REFACTR.TECH

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Join us as we guide you through reading a surprise code excerpt and learn from each other how to better read unfamiliar code. As more and more code is generated due to AI, our ability to read code is increasingly important but a skill we rarely practice. At this meetup we will guide you through a series of prompts and activities to explore and discuss a small piece of code. This meeting is language agnostic - whether you know the language or it’s new to you, your perspective matters. Fresh eyes often spot what experts overlook.

This meetup is equally for those new to development as well as seasoned professionals - we can all get better at reading code (and understanding how others approach code so we can be better mentors and teammates). If you know what a variable is, this is for you!

This month's discussion will be led Hannah Hogan!

Learn more about Code Reading Clubs

Agenda
6:00 pm - Check-in & Networking
6:30 pm - Welcome & Introduction Kick-off
6:45 pm - Read some Code! The group will be guided through a series of questions and actions as we read a piece of unfamiliar code together
8:00 pm - Closing & Next Steps

Host & Sponsor
PrizePicks

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Attendees should bring:

• themselves
• colored pencils/highlighters
• pen or pencil for writing on code

Parking is available for visitor deck of the Star Metal Building (turn onto Vidalia Lane off of 11th Street)

MARTA is smarta: Both the 12 and 14 bus, departing from Midtown Station, will take you to west midtown. Transfer to bus from rail is free. Pro-tip, follow along on google maps or the transit app if you’re unfamiliar with the bus route and which stop to take.

Everyone participating in the REFACTR.TECH conference, events and Discord/Slack community—including, but not limited to attendees, speakers, sponsors and volunteers at REFACTR.TECH, are required to agree to the following code of conduct. Organizers will enforce this code throughout the event.

• Tons of food options inside the market
• Easy, low-pressure networking
• No agenda—just lunch and convo

Finding Us
Look for the tables with the REFACTR.TECH signs and come say hi.

Parking & Getting There

• On-site parking garage and surface lot available
• All visitors must register and pay for parking when they arrive
• Pay by scanning a QR code, texting a code, or using pay stations in the garage
• Garage rates start around $4 for the first hour before 4 pm
• Surface lot has a 3-hour max stay during the day
• For more parking and transit details, see the Krog Street Market website: https://www.thekrogdistrict.com/visit

Come as you are, bring a friend, grab something tasty, and let’s build community over lunch.

If you have trouble finding us or have questions, drop a comment on the Meetup.com page or ask in the #ask-us channel in our Discord.

Everyone participating in the REFACTR.TECH conference, events and Discord/Slack community—including, but not limited to attendees, speakers, sponsors and volunteers at REFACTR.TECH, are required to agree to the following code of conduct. Organizers will enforce this code throughout the event.

Harald Kirschner - Principal Product Manager, Microsoft
Tracy Lee - CEO, This Dot Labs
Elliott Fouts - CTO, This Dot Labs

You'll hear diverse perspectives on AI tooling, workflow integration, and real-world implementation challenges. Expect practical insights you can apply to your work, not just theoretical possibilities.

🎉 More speakers to be announced! We're confirming additional voices to round out the conversation.

What to Expect
Real talk about what's working (and what isn't) with AI in production
Insights from teams actively shipping AI-powered features
Networking with Atlanta developers, navigating the same challenges
Food, drinks, and genuine community connection
Whether you're already integrating AI into your workflows or just starting to explore the possibilities, this is your chance to learn from practitioners who are doing the work.

Everyone participating in the REFACTR.TECH conference, events and Discord/Slack community—including, but not limited to attendees, speakers, sponsors and volunteers at REFACTR.TECH, are required to agree to the following code of conduct. Organizers will enforce this code throughout the event.