Southern Dallas AI Defense · Track C

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Tech is hard. You should not have to dig through fifty websites to find a program that actually fits. HiTek is your on-ramp for hands-on AI skills. When you are ready for classrooms, fellowships, or credentials, this page points you there.

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Start at HiTek

Workshop, First AI Session, or Mama's Micro-Agency. Plain English. Hands-on. Southern Dallas focused.

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Pick your next step

Free online cert, local classroom, paid fellowship, or community conference. Match your goal and schedule.

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HiTek On-Ramp

Non-technical adults and business owners in Southern Dallas. No PhD required. No Silicon Valley pricing.

Free Online

Learn on Your Own Time

Good for job seekers and anyone who wants a credential before investing in a bigger program.

Google AI Essentials

Free. Under five hours. Covers core AI concepts and practical workplace uses. Great first credential on a resume.

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IBM SkillsBuild — AI Fundamentals

Free modules on AI basics, ethics, and workplace applications. Self-paced with digital badges.

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Latimer AI

Culturally fluent AI trained on Black and Brown histories. Useful for education, content, and bias-aware research. Optional tool in HiTek workshops.

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Local Classroom

DFW Training Centers

When you want a classroom, micro-credentials, or workforce programs. HiTek complements these; we do not replace them.

Dallas College — South Dallas Training Center

Workforce training, certifications, and continuing education in South Dallas. HiTek recommends this for classroom learners who want structured credentials.

  • 4915 Brashear St, Dallas TX 75216
  • (214) 360-1263
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Dallas College — AI-Enabled Learning (FIPSE)

Federal grant funding for AI curriculum, faculty training, and micro-credentials across Dallas College. Watch for public enrollment windows.

  • Micro-credentials and workforce pathways
  • Grant announced Spring 2026
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Black in AI Ecosystem

Fellowships, Events & Community

For career changers, students, and professionals ready for the national Black in AI pipeline. HiTek helps you get ready; these programs take you deep.

Read our full 2026 Black in AI roundup →

BASE Fellowship

AI Safety & Ethics · Paid · Remote

12-week part-time fellowship for Black talent in AI alignment, governance, and security. Stipend included. Applications open early 2026.

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ELAI Grad Prep Program

Black in AI · Undergrads & Recent Grads

Free workshops on PhD applications, program selection, and interview prep for Black students pursuing AI research careers.

blackinai.org

AfroTech 2026

November 2–6 · Houston TX

40,000+ attendees. AI sessions, networking, and career opportunities. Closest major Black tech conference to DFW.

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Black is Tech Conference 2026

April 20–24 · Multi-stage

Four stages covering AI careers, skills, and innovation. Strong networking for Black tech professionals.

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Not sure which path?

"I might lose my job."

  1. HiTek AI Resilience Workshop (free)
  2. AI Resume Upgrade
  3. Google AI Essentials (free, 5 hours)
  4. Mama's Micro-Agency or Dallas College classroom

"I run a business."

  1. Opportunity Map call (free)
  2. First AI Session ($47)
  3. AI Employees trial ($97)
  4. DFW Prompt Pack for your industry

"I want a career in AI."

  1. Google AI Essentials + IBM SkillsBuild
  2. Dallas College micro-credentials
  3. BASE Fellowship or ELAI (Black in AI)
  4. AfroTech or Black is Tech conference

"I lead a church or nonprofit."

  1. Sponsor an AI Resilience Workshop for your members
  2. Sermon Economy pilot
  3. Subscribe to DFW Black AI Brief
  4. Refer justice-involved members to Clean Slate AI

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DFW Black AI Brief

Monthly roundup: local automation risks, grant deadlines, fellowship openings, and tools worth your time. No hype. Southern Dallas lens.

Read Issue 0 Brief archive 90-day roadmap