A Community Guide to GTC 2025

NVIDIA GTC is here! Join us in person at the San Jose Convention Center, or online, March 17-21. We will be hosting sessions and special events for developers featuring experts from Microsoft, Google, Amazon and more that will cover key themes including:

🛠️ OpenUSD: Learn how developers and industry leaders are adopting and evolving OpenUSD for the world’s physical and industrial AI data pipelines and workflows.

🤖 Physical AI and Robotics: Join sessions to learn how accelerated computing, gen AI, and physics-based world simulation are advancing the world of physical and embodied AI. Plus, don’t miss the opportunity to check out Humanoid Developer Day, where we’ll dive deep into the latest advances in humanoid robot development.

🏭 Industrial AI and Digital Twins: Browse sessions for developers, technical practitioners, and business leaders in the industrial and manufacturing sectors.

🎬 Generative AI in Advertising: Join sessions exploring how generative AI and OpenUSD are transforming creative agency workflows, boosting efficiency and innovation.

🥽 Spatial Computing and XR: Explore the future of XR and learn how spatial computing is changing the future of immersive development and industry workflows.

While you are adding sessions to your calendar, don’t forget to add the keynote live broadcast from NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang on March 18th at 10:00 AM PT / 7:00 PM CET.

Attend live to network with OpenUSD and physical AI experts and attend in-person training. If you can’t make it live, register free to join us virtually. Browse our registration options, and don’t hesitate to reach out on Discord with any questions.

Use our Community Discount Code: OMNIVERSE20 for 20% off when registering.

– The Omniverse Community Team

🚀 Startups, this one’s for you! GTC 2025 is packed with exclusive sessions, events, and programs designed to accelerate your journey. Whether you’re looking to harness AI, connect with industry leaders, or showcase your innovation, there’s something for every founder.

🔗 Explore what’s in store: GTC 2025 for Startups

🔥 Highlights:
💡 AI Day for Startups – Dive into the latest AI breakthroughs tailored for emerging businesses.
🚀 NVIDIA Inception – Discover how this program fuels startup success.
🎤 Inception Startup Pitches – See top startups pitch their ideas.
📢 Startup Sessions – Learn from experts shaping the future.

Don’t miss out—secure your spot today!

💻 The World’s Shortest Hackathon at GTC 2025

Join us for the World’s Shortest Hackathon at ⁠GTC 2025 – 50 teams, 2 hours, and the latest AI tools. 🏆 Win an NVIDIA GPU signed by Jensen Huang.

📅 March 20 | 6–10 PM
📍 San Jose Convention Center
👉 Learn More: World’s Shortest Hackathon at GTC | NVIDIA Developer

If you’re working on something related to Omniverse and need support or assistance, feel free to reach out to us on Discord.


Headed to GTC in a couple weeks?

🤝 Connect with developers, researchers, and industry experts at the Physical AI Developer Meetup on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. PDT.

🗣️ This is an opportunity to discuss the latest advancements in OpenUSD, generative AI-powered simulation, digital twins, and generalist robotics, all shaping the future of various industries.

🥂 Beverages and refreshments will be provided, and attendees will have a chance to win a GeForce RTX™ 5090 GPU, signed by NVIDIA Founder and CEO Jensen Huang.

✉️ RSVP: Special Events

(Note: Must be registered for an in-person GTC conference pass to RSVP for the meetup. If you’re not already registered, use code OMNIVERSE20 for 20% off.)

We look forward to seeing you there

Attention Students! Join the GTC 2025 Keynote Watch Party!

Are you ready to dive into the future of AI? NVIDIA GTC—the world’s premier AI conference—is bringing an exclusive student experience to San Jose State University!

📅 Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. PT
📍 Location: Provident Credit Union Event Center, San Jose State University

Join fellow students from Bay Area colleges for a special GTC Keynote Watch Party! Watch NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang’s highly anticipated keynote, hear from AI experts during a panel discussion, connect with NVIDIA representatives, and score some exclusive gear and prizes!

🎟 Register Today
Sign up with your .edu email for free access to this event and receive a virtual pass to GTC. Plus, get the chance to register for a discounted $25 one-day pass for our live Student Day at the San Jose Convention Center on Friday!

🔗 Register Now

Don’t miss this chance to be part of the biggest AI event of the year—see you there! 🚀

Headed to GTC next week in-person? Don’t miss out on the exclusive training and networking opportunities available to you onsite.

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🤝 Connect With Experts Sessions:

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See you there!