Name: Triangle AWS User Group + Aligned TG Present: Retro Arcade Night & Game-Building
Start: 2025-06-23T15:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-06-23T19:00:00-04:00
Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade

# **Triangle AWS User Group + Aligned TG Present:**

**Retro Arcade Night & Game-Building Workshop**
Code. Connect. Game On.

Join us **Monday, June 23rd** for a one-of-a-kind experience that blends hands-on game development with retro arcade fun and relaxed networking in Raleigh’s tech hub.

🎮 **Choose Your Adventure**

**Option 1: Game Workshop**
🕒 **3:00–4:45 PM @ WeWork** (1 Glenwood Ave, 10th floor)

* Join the global **[Build Games Challenge](https://community.aws/content/2y6egGcPAGQs8EwtQUM9KAONojz/build-games-challenge-build-classics-with-amazon-q-developer-cli?trk=097e3904-44bf-4aaf-8973-98d13e4e3a18&sc_channel=el)**
* Bring ***your*** ***laptop*** and get guided support from AWS experts
* Explore AI-assisted game dev with **Amazon Q Developer CLI**
* Collaborate with fellow devs to build your own retro-inspired game

**Option 2: Arcade Night**
🕔 **5:00–7:00 PM @ Boxcar Arcade** (330 W Davie St)

* Enjoy **free arcade tokens** and drinks
* Network casually with Triangle’s cloud & dev community
* Play classics like **Pac-Man, Space Invaders, Pong**, and more

**Option 3: Do Both!**
💥 Start coding, then head straight into the arcade

* Build something cool, then play the games that inspired it
* Perfect balance of hands-on learning + laid-back connection

**What Is the [Build Games Challenge](https://community.aws/content/2y6egGcPAGQs8EwtQUM9KAONojz/build-games-challenge-build-classics-with-amazon-q-developer-cli?trk=097e3904-44bf-4aaf-8973-98d13e4e3a18&sc_channel=el)?**
Running **June 6–30th, 2025**, this global challenge invites developers to recreate classic retro games using AI-powered tools like **Amazon Q Developer CLI**. The Build Games Challenge is a celebration of what’s possible when coding meets creativity.

**Who Should Attend?**

* **Developers & Engineers**: Hands-on experimentation + new connections
* **Cloud Architects & DevOps**: Learn new tools in a fun setting
* **Tech Leaders**: Skill-building meets relationship-building
* **Gaming Fans & AI Curious**: Play, code, and explore at your pace

**What You'll Walk Away With**

* **From the Workshop**: Real experience using Amazon Q, AI dev tips, and game project progress
* **From Arcade Night**: New connections, nostalgic fun, and great convos
* **From Both**: The best of both worlds—tech, community, and play

📅 **Event Info**
**When & Where**: Monday, June 23rd, 2025

* **Workshop**: 3:00–4:45 PM: WeWork (1 Glenwood Ave, 10th floor)
* **Arcade Night**: 5:00–7:00 PM: Boxcar Arcade (330 W Davie St) Downtown Raleigh

**Cost**: Free! (Includes arcade tokens & drinks)

**What to Bring**:

* **Workshop**: Your laptop
* **Arcade**: Just your competitive spirit

**RSVP Your Way**

* ◻️ Game Workshop Only
* ◻️ Arcade Night Only
* ◻️ Both Events (*The Most Fun*)

**Spots are limited — RSVP now!**

🔗 Stay connected with the **Triangle AWS User Group** for more events and workshops.
📌 *21+ required for Boxcar Arcade. ID required. Drinks & tokens available while supplies last.*

Jessica Zemonek

Alaina Verdi

Triangle AWS User Group

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