What we’re about
Southend Techmeet aims to bring together everyone who is interested in technology or keen to learn by meeting similar minded people.
Who should join ?
Anyone who is passionate about technology both old and new is welcome.
Why should I join ?
To meet and learn from experts in technology. Learn from other experts experience.
Grow your network by meeting interesting people in and around Southend.
If you are an expert in any tech related field, you will have an opportunity to present your ideas or lead the group into discussion .
Currently we're meeting in Southend monthly at The Board Game Hut on the third Thursday evening of the month and Basildon on the third Sunday of the month.
Online meetings restarting from April 2025.
Latest details on https://www.southendtech.co.uk/
We look forward to meeting you.
Upcoming events
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AI event - Chelmsford Tech Meetup
Patch, 5-6 Gray's Yard, Springfield Road, Chelmsford, CM2 6QR, Chelmsford, GBAn AI event at Chelmsford Tech Meetup with a panel talk, the results of the AI hackathon, and some tech projects on show. 7pm-10pm at Patch Chelmsford. Over 18s, suitable for beginners.
6.45pm - Doors open
7.00pm - Arrivals
7.30pm - Welcome
7.40pm - Hackathon presentations
8.00pm - Panel discussion on the theme of AI
9.00pm - Networking and projects on display
9.45pm - Suggested departure
10.00pm - Doors closedFuture events
* Thursday December 4th and 2026, we're looking for people to do tech talks at the monthly Chelmsford Tech Meetup - 5 minutes or 20 minutes.
* We're looking for people to help mentor our 18-30 members with careers and project advice
DM if you'd like to help or get involved.A big thank you to Patch for sponsoring our venue.
Our Meetup is hosted at their modern co-working space in the heart of Chelmsford.Click here to learn more about Patch, book a free trial day, find location/transport details and take the 3D virtual tour:
https://www.patch.work/locations/chelmsfordWe look forward to meeting you.
Future talk: PolyGen, a large-scale interactive experience designed to engage attendees through RFID-based gameplay - as seen at EMF Camp.
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Basildon Tech Meetup
Orleto Lounge, 2 East Square, Basildon, GBJoin us on the 3rd Sunday of the month in Basildon Town Centre for a monthly social meetup for those interested in all things tech.
Over 18s only.We'll be upstairs at Orleto Lounge in the middle of the town centre - next to the new cinema.
Food and drink is available:
https://thelounges.co.uk/orleto/Tech Nation cited Basildon as one of the top locations in the UK for e-commerce investment locations.
Check out our hackathon and the other events at Basildon Creative Tech Festival 2024 here:
https://creativetechfest.co.uk/hackathon-projects
https://creativetechfest.co.uk/tech-meet-talks-networking
https://creativetechfest.co.uk/basildon-tech-meetupWe also meet monthly in Southend and Chelmsford to work on projects with occasional talks and networking.
(See our events on Meetup and https://www.southendtech.co.uk for further details.)We look forward to seeing you.
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Southend Tech Meetup
The Board Game Hut, 10-12 Clarence Street, Southend-on-Sea, GBAre you interested in building hardware and software projects ?
Want to build projects alongside other makers, organisations and companies ?
Want to learn various technologies ? Or just chat with others.Join us at The Board Game Hut on the third Thursday of the month.
Southend Tech Monthly Meetup at The Board Game Hut is a meetup for those who work in tech related industries, enthusiasts and those interested in all things tech. Over 18s only.
We will cover topics such as computer software, website design, cloud and internet technologies, hardware, Raspberry Pi, and much more.
The agenda is open to you. If you have any ideas for talks or demos, we’re especially keen to hear from you.Entrance £6 per person payable to the shop on entry.
Food/drink available: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0585/3505/1298/files/TBGH-Menu-6-5-23-5a.pdf
Please bring laptop / tablet / charger / hardware eg. Microbit to use, if you wish
We also meet monthly for Basildon Tech Meetup and other events such as Basildon Creative Tech Festival. (See other listings on Meetup and https://www.southendtech.co.uk/)
Check out our hackathon and the other events at Basildon Creative Tech Festival 2024 here:
https://creativetechfest.co.uk/2024-events
There will also be another festival in February 2025.4 attendeesChelmsford Tech Meetup
Patch, 5-6 Gray's Yard, Springfield Road, Chelmsford, CM2 6QR, Chelmsford, GBFrom September, we're starting a monthly Tech Meetup in Chelmsford on the first Thursday of the month 7pm-10pm at Patch.
6.30pm - Setup
6.45pm - Doors open
7.00pm - Arrivals
7.30pm - Discussions, news, events
7.45pm - Occasional short talk / Q/As
8.15pm - Discussions / Networking / Working on Projects
9.45pm - Suggested departure time
10.00pm - Doors closedAs the group grows:
/dev/meet - more advanced technical workshops or talks suitable for those with industry experience (but anyone is welcome to attend if capable)
Hackathons - work on developing projects in a short timescaleAlso, an event is being planned for October during Chelmsford Science Festival where we'll showcase the projects we have been working on; have a panel discussing AI; and some short talks on the theme of AI.
We're looking for people to give talks, help with organisation, promotion and recruitment, share skills with others, and work on exciting tech projects. Contact us via Meetup or attend an event if you'd like to get involved.
A big thank you to Patch for sponsoring our venue.
Our Meetup is hosted at their modern co-working space in the heart of Chelmsford.
Click here to learn more about Patch, book a free trial day, find location/transport details and take the 3D virtual tour:
https://www.patch.work/locations/chelmsfordWe look forward to meeting you.
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Past events
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