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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•OnlineDiffusion Paper Reading Group
OnlineExplore 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
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/5 attendees- •Online
Diffusion Paper Reading Group
OnlineExplore 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
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/1 attendee 
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 - 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.
Founder and professor, Jacob Rozran will be giving a talk from 12pm-12:30pm on AI safety for children.
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.
IMPORTANT: Make sure to stay on the 1st floor of Pennovation at all times to avoid disrupting Pennovation members at work.
Useful Links:
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