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Code & Coffee Philly

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Philadelphia, PA, US

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What we’re about

This is the Code&Coffee Chapter of Philadelphia. We host weekly in person coding collaboration sessions, biweekly leetcode wednessdays and AI paper discussion sessions! Let's actually build something and have a raving conversation about the latest developments in AI!

Upcoming events

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Wed, Sep 17 · 8:00 PM EDT
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Diffusion Paper Reading Group
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**Explore the Future of Generative AI: Diffusion Models Reading Group** Are you passionate about the cutting edge of machine learning and generative AI? Join our **Diffusion Models Reading Group**—a community of enthusiasts, researchers, and practitioners dedicated to exploring the fascinating world of diffusion-based generative models. **📅 When:** Every Wednessday **🕒 Time:** 800 PM - 900 PM EST **📍 Where:** Online in our discord server **About the Group:** Diffusion models have revolutionized the field of generative AI, enabling breakthroughs in image synthesis, data generation, and more. Our reading group is designed to dive deep into the latest research, discuss foundational concepts, and explore innovative applications of diffusion models. **Where?** * Online meeting link to the discord server is released on the day of the meetup via announcement! **What to Expect:** * **Weekly Discussions:** Engage in insightful conversations about recent papers, breakthroughs, and methodologies in diffusion modeling. * **Collaborative Learning:** Share your ideas, ask questions, and collaborate on projects with fellow members. **Who Should Join:** * **Machine Learning Enthusiasts:** Whether you're a student, researcher, or industry professional, if you're interested in generative models, this group is for you. * **Data Scientists & Engineers:** Enhance your skills and stay updated with the latest advancements in AI. **Discussion Notes from previous paper readings:** * Here is our Google Doc where we take notes (I added edit privileges for the OBNYC mailing list, and comment privileges for anyone who has the link; let me know if you need me to give you edit privileges separately): * [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-HtbGd1lGj68YEmgv8Ekpg0aI7TUmQVpAbRp498AVj8/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-HtbGd1lGj68YEmgv8Ekpg0aI7TUmQVpAbRp498AVj8/edit?usp=sharing "https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-HtbGd1lGj68YEmgv8Ekpg0aI7TUmQVpAbRp498AVj8/edit?usp=sharing") **See you there!** Links: Site: https://www.codephiladelphia.com/ Donate: https://hcb.hackclub.com/donations/start/code-and-coffee-philadelphia Merch: https://nol-kky-shop.fourthwall.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/code-coffee-philadelphia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philly_codes/
2 attendees
Thu, Sep 18 · 7:00 PM EDT
🚀 In-Person Mock Coding Interviews & Coworking Session
Luxor, 9 Presidential Blvd, Bala Cynwyd, PA, US
**[Check out a video where he breaks down the techniques used to get interviews from 44 companies out of 90 applications!](https://youtu.be/4XmiixA0LNU)** **[The ONLY Algorithms FAANG Actually Asks (2300+ Questions Analyzed) | Is Neetcode 150 Enough](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=deJBbSdLzjo&t=328s)** \-\-\- **You can choose to either interview with peers or cowork/network.** **In-Person Mock Coding Interviews** \- LeetCode questions \- System design questions \- Real interview simulation with feedback \- Practice with peers in a supportive environment **Coworking Session** \- Collaborative coding time \- Work on personal projects \- Network with fellow developers \- Share knowledge and get unstuck **Who Should Attend** \- Software engineers preparing for interviews \- Developers looking to sharpen their skills \- Anyone wanting to practice coding in a group setting \- Tech professionals seeking community and networking **What to Bring** \- Laptop with your preferred coding environment \- Notebook for system design sketches \- Water bottle and snacks \(long session\!\) \- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
20 attendees
Fri, Sep 19 · 10:00 AM EDT
Founder Coworking at Pennovation
Pennovation Center, 3401 Grays Ferry Ave, (adjacent to University of Pennsylvania campus), Philadelphia, PA, 19146, Philadelphia, PA, US
🚀 **Join Us for a Day of Collaborative Coworking & Innovation!** 🚀 **When:** All day, 10 AM - 6 PM (Drop in anytime!) **Where:** [Pennovation](https://pennovation.upenn.edu) \- Pennovation Center Building \#450\, Seminar/ Engagement Room 129/ 133\, 3401 Grays Ferry Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA 19146 **Please check in at the welcome desk in the Pennovation Center upon arrival.** Building #450, Seminar/ Engagement Room 129/ 133, 3401 Spend the day inside Penn’s Pennovation Center, where robotics labs, life-science startups, and software founders work side by side. Bring your laptop, grab a cup of coffee, and plug into the energy of Philadelphia’s most interdisciplinary innovation hub. Don't miss a special talk at 12 PM! Andrew Lenehan, a two-time founder and current GTM at Pinecone, will be giving a presentation on the power and applications of vector databases. Lunch will be provided for all attendees, giving you a chance to network and refuel before diving back into your work. A huge thank you to [Lamont Coffee](https://www.lamontcoffee.com/) for providing the delicious coffee that's fueling our day at the Pennovation Center! We appreciate your support **Who Should Attend** • Pennovation residents and alumni teams • Philly-area startup founders and early employees • Independent developers, data scientists, designers, and product consultants • Anyone who thrives on collaboration and wants a taste of the Pennovation ecosystem **Why Join Us** • Shared workspace with founders, engineers, and researchers building everything from biotech to AI Whether you’re iterating on a prototype, polishing a pitch deck, or freelancing between projects, Founder Friday at Pennovation gives you the space and community to push your work forward. Come code, caffeinate, and create with the people shaping Philly’s next generation of startups. **Useful Links:** [Pennovation](https://pennovation.upenn.edu) [Pinecone](https://www.pinecone.io/) [Lamont Coffee](https://www.lamontcoffee.com/) 🌐 [Website](https://www.codephiladelphia.com) 💖 [Donate](https://hcb.hackclub.com/donations/start/code-and-coffee-philadelphia) 🛍️ [Merch](https://nol-kky-shop.fourthwall.com/) 🔗 [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/code-coffee-philadelphia) 📸 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/philly_codes/)
50 attendees
Sun, Sep 21 · 1:00 PM EDT
Coding on Localhost; Connecting the Community
Localhost (Philly), 401 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, US
A fun and light code session where tech friends get together in a Game Lounge, and Code! It's a great opportunity to ask questions, share ongoing projects, help each other out, and meet other awesome coders. We're all about the code, we hope to make a space for people who like to build. **Notes to keep in mind:** * BYO Food/Bev is ok, just no alcoholic items. * The $5.40 tabletop fee will cover use of the Retro Lounge space for 1-4PM and is to be paid individually at the front desk as attendees check-in. * Power and guest wireless internet access is available, use of extra monitors is possible but not guaranteed. Attendees will ask venue staff for availability/assistance as it's subject to change with weekend events/business volume. Come out and work, help, or just hang out! **Links:** **Site:** https://www.codephiladelphia.com/ **Donate:** https://hcb.hackclub.com/donations/start/code-and-coffee-philadelphia **Merch:** https://nol-kky-shop.fourthwall.com/ **LinkedIn:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/code-coffee-philadelphia **Instagram:** https://www.instagram.com/philly_codes/
7 attendees

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Steven Chen and 6 others

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