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Mel<video> with Netflix, Fastly and Eluvio @ Kick HQ. Melbourne Video Tech
We are back for our second of four meetups in 2026. Whether you’re deep in the code or just curious about the future of streaming, it's a perfect chance to grab a slice of pizza, a cold drink, and catch up with the local engineering scene, make some friends and check out Kick.com (Easygo) HQ.
Talks in May are from two leaders in Video Technology Industry sharing:
**[Garrett Singer (US Remote) - Software Engineer @ Netflix](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gesinger/)**
Garrett shared technical strategies and insights on reducing toil and debugging video-related operations in software engineering pipelines.
**[Zac Shenker (US) - Senior Director, Media Strategy @ Fastly](https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacshenker/)**
We’re making the most of a rare visit from the States from Zac Shenker- a genuinely great guy and renowned leading expert in video streaming who is currently shaping the industry's most ambitious new streaming architectures by drawing on his experience from events like the Super Bowl.
**[Sean Curran - APAC Director @ Eluvio](https://www.linkedin.com/in/curransean/)**
*Kill the Encode Farm: The Case for Just-in-Time Video*
Eluvio is a decentralised, blockchain-backed distribution network that replaces traditional CDNs and cloud stacks by streaming premium video directly from source objects with just-in-time transcoding and built-in monetisation.
📍 Easygo – 271 Collins Street Melbourne
📅 Tuesday 26 May, 6:00–8:00pm
👉 RSVP is essential for Easygo building access
**Sponsors**
Our thanks to **Easygo** for hosting and sponsoring pizza + drinks at the venue.
Melbourne Video Technology is a volunteer group, as part of many groups independently run around the world.
Tonight’s hosts will be: [Jeremy Brown - Kick](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremybrownau/), [Nick MacPherson - Fastly](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasmacpherson1/) and [James Broberg - StreamShark](https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-broberg-8654052/)
Melbourne Cocoaheads Social Night
Come along and join in a relaxed evening of dev and tech talk, drinks and dinner.
Building the wrong things faster. AI and the Build Trap
**🏢 Hosted at:**
Fabric Group
**🚀 Building the Wrong Thing Faster: AI and the Build Trap**
AI has dramatically compressed the time it takes to build software. But it hasn't stopped us building products that nobody wants.
If anything, it's accelerated the problem - to the point we've invented a new word for the output: ***slop***.
Drawing on observations from Brendan's consulting work and conversations with friends at ***Google, Meta and Spotify***, He'll explore how this ***isn't really a new problem*** and why now, more than ever, we need human centricity, sound product strategy and product discovery.
**🎤 Speakers:**
***Brendan Marsh*** is a Product & Org Advisor and Director at ***Organa***, where he helps organisations improve product strategy, org design and execution at scale.
He previously served as ***Chief Product Officer*** of a mental health non-profit and spent five years at ***Spotify*** during its hyper-growth phase, first as an ***Agile Coach*** supporting innovation and product discovery teams and later as a ***Product Manager*** responsible for the Mac and Windows clients (40M+ MAU).
***Ruben Cardoso*** is the ***Head of Product & Design*** at ***Fabric Group***. An experienced UX/UI designer specialising in product design and delivery, with a strong track record running discovery-to-delivery cycles for large enterprise clients.
***Dzmitry Yaltykhau*** is the ***Delivery Practice Lead*** at ***Fabric Group.*** Leads large-scale product design and delivery programs end-to-end from presales through discovery, build and rollout while driving best practices, coaching and AI-accelerated ways of working across the team.
**🗓 Agenda:**
Arrival and light refreshments
Featured Talk
Panel discussion with contributions from Fabric and the audience
GrafanaCON Local 2026 Meetup: Melbourne
A taste of [GrafanaCON](https://grafana.com/events/grafanacon/) is coming to you!
Join your local observability community for an evening of open source inspiration, real-world stories, and meaningful connections - all in a laid-back, meetup-style setting.
This event will feature a recap of the [GrafanaCON](https://grafana.com/events/grafanacon/) keynote, combined with fresh voices from your own community.
Grafana team members walk through Grafana 13 and the most impactful improvements across the platform. Learn about how Grafana is becoming easier and safer to operate as production infrastructure, with updates that improve configuration management, recovery, and long-term maintainability. The session showcases significant advances in core user workflows, including more flexible and powerful dashboards, with improved performance.
Whether you’re building dashboards, scaling Kubernetes, contributing to open source, or just getting started - this meetup is for you!
**🎟** Free to attend
🍕 Pizza + soft drinks provided
🤝 Built for connection
**💡** Real talks from real practitioners
Agenda:
5:00-5:30PM: Arrivals and pizza
5:30-6:15PM: GrafanaCON recap presentation [Brian Stinehart, Staff Solutions Engineer at Grafana Labs]
6:15-6:30PM: Q & A
6:30- 7:00PM: AWS DevOps Agent Integration with Grafana [Ankita Saxena, Technical Account Manager at AWS]
7:00-7:30PM: Observability in Agentic AI: Upgrading OpenTelemetry with OpenInference [Thiago Shimada Ramos, Cloud Engineer at DNX, Chapter Organiser at Cloud Native Melbourne]
Note that by registering for this event you consent to related event & product communications from Grafana Labs and agree to our [code of conduct](https://grafana.com/events/events-code-of-conduct/).
MelHug x Siggraph Meetup @ Framestore Melbourne
Its Melhug time again! This time we are cohosting the event with the Melbourne Siggraph Chapter.
Once again we are delighted to have Framestore hosting the event!
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**PRESENTATIONS -**
FX Supervisor Edward Ferrysienanda will be running us through Framestores awesome work on Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age.
Further presentations TBC.
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**SCHEDULE**
6pm: Doors open, networking and drinks
6.30pm to 8pm: Presentations and Q&A
8 to 9pm: Networking and drinks
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**LIMITED SPOTS!**
Due to space limitations, this event is limited to just 50 people.
Only attendees who RSVP may attend this event.
We are using humantix to track RSVPs for this event so please grab a ticket if you want to come.
https://events.humanitix.com/framestore_prehistoricplanet
Attendees must pre-sign an NDA prior to attending the event (this will be sent out to attendees beforehand).
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**PRIZES AND GIVEAWAYS**
* SideFX has a couple of Houdini Indie licenses up for grabs.
Any questions feel free to ask! Hope to see you there!
Multisport Trial Night
Thinking about joining a social sports club but not sure where to start? Come give it a crack at our FREE Multisport Trial Night! 🙌
This is your chance to experience what Multisport at Urban Rec is all about: seriously social vibes, meeting new people, and trying a mix of different sports all in one night. No pressure, no egos, just good fun and a great crew. 💛
If you’ve been wanting to get active, meet legends, and see what all the hype is about… lock it in 😎
📍 Carlton Baths
📅 May 26
⏰ 6:00pm
REGISTER VIA OUR WEBSITE FOR FREE:
https://melbourne.urbanrec.com.au/social/10260/multisport-carlton-trial-night
NetSquared Events This Week
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Squishface Monthly Drawing Night MAY @ SQUISHFACE
LAST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH so
**IT'S DRAWING NIGHT AT SQUISHFACE**
Join us at Squishface's studio space in South Melbourne: Studio Hall, on the grounds of St Kilda South Port Uniting Church on Dorcas St. There are FOUR TRAMS you can catch from the city. **58, 96, 12** or the **1!** It is even walkable from the city.
Bring your sketch books, bring your pens, bring a friend. It's not a class - it's a drawing hang out. All skill levels welcome. Always lots of regulars, always newies. Be socially awkward, be confident as heck. This is informal, it's just a free drawing session.
Go ahead and bring snacks. But no nuts please!
Our venue is wheelchair accessible, as are the very toilets.
Minors are welcome but will need an accompanying adult.
Contact us on 0422509144 if any issues or you get lost.
Please follow us both on instagram, for comic and zine related news and events. 👉 [Squishface Studio](http://www.instagram.com/Squishfacestudio)
Here's an [instagram video](https://www.instagram.com/reel/C4J5GiOPLxc/) showing where Studio Hall is. You simply enter from the street, walk up toward the big bluestone church, then go left to the car park and you will find Studio Hall!
Real‑time & Batch on Fabric
* **Topic:** Real‑time & Batch on Microsoft Fabric
* **Date:** Thursday 28th May 2026 at 6.00 pm - 8.00 pm
* **Networking:** 6 pm - 6.30 pm and 7.20 - 8 pm
* **Presentation Time**: 6.30 pm - 7.20 pm
*(includes welcome, presentation 30 mins & community marketplace)*
* **Location:** Thoughtworks HQ Level 35/360 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
* **Ticket:** Free of cost, however, registrations and RSVP are required!
* **Sponsor:** Thoughtworks
**Real‑time & Batch on Fabric**
This session presents the end state of a mixed real‑time and batch analytics platform on **Microsoft Fabric**.
Live event streams are handled using KQL/Eventhouse, enabling low‑latency dashboards and operational insights with minimal processing overhead. In parallel, near real‑time and batch data is processed using governed, lightweight Fabric patterns designed for efficiency and scale.
The outcome is a single, capacity‑aware Fabric platform where real‑time and analytical workloads coexist cleanly, with Power BI as the unified consumption layer.
**About The Speaker**
Arjun Shankar has over a decade of experience turning data challenges into scalable, cloud-first platforms that drive real business decisions. He has worked across banking, finance, transport, insurance, and energy, specialising in the Azure stack: Synapse, Data Factory, Databricks, PySpark, and Fabric.
From reducing platform costs, to accelerating delivery, and putting self-service analytics in the hands of the people who need it.
Outside work, he's usually out on a trail, training for his next marathon, or keeping up with two young boys.
We’re excited to bring the Data Engineering Melbourne Meetup group together for an evening with Arjun and his insights!
May 28 | Game On — The KISMETRIX Trivia Night — Konar Bar
## 💘 KISMETRIX \| True Connection
[Ticketed Event](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/may-28-game-on-the-kismetrix-trivia-night-konar-bar-tickets-1988470004311?aff=oddtdtcreator)
### GAME ON — THE KISMETRIX TRIVIA NIGHTDrinks, Banter & Real Connection
Hosted by **KISMETRIX \| True Connection**
📍 Konar Bar — Private Dining Room (Downstairs): 483 North Road, Ormond Vic 3204
📅 Thursday, 28 May 2026
🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Venue open late)
#### BACK. UPGRADED. AND A WHOLE LOT OF FUN.
Never done trivia? Perfect. Neither has half the room.
This isn't about what you know. It's about who you end up laughing with by the end of the night.
The KISMETRIX Trivia Night is back — and this year we've stepped it up. We now have our own in-house host and an exclusive private room just for Kismetrix guests. Same great energy from last year, but more intimate, more personal, and a whole lot more fun.
No speed dating. No awkward mingling. No standing around with a drink wondering what to say. Just teams, trivia, a bit of friendly rivalry, and the kind of atmosphere where strangers become easy company.
#### 💫 ABOUT THE NIGHT
Tired of the same old bar scene? Not quite ready for a formal dinner event? This is the sweet spot.
KISMETRIX \| True Connection was created for people who want something more human — real conversation\, real presence\, and a genuine good time\. The Trivia Night is our most fun and relaxed format\, and it's exclusively for Kismetrix guests\.
You'll walk into a private room full of people who:
🎯 Are open, friendly and easy-going
🎯 Want a fun night out that feels natural — not forced
🎯 Prefer real-life connection over swiping
🎯 Are simply here to enjoy themselves and see where the night goes
Come for the trivia. Stay for the laughs. See who you meet along the way.
#### 🎯 WHAT TO EXPECT
You'll arrive to a private room — no general public, just Kismetrix guests. You'll be placed into a small team of around six, the questions will start, and within ten minutes you'll forget you didn't know anyone when you walked in.
Expect:
🎯 A welcome drink waiting when you arrive
🎯 A warm hosted welcome so nobody walks in feeling lost
🎯 Fun, accessible trivia rounds — no expertise required
🎯 Rotating teams through the night so you meet different people across different rounds
🎯 A mystery round (yes, really)
🎯 A prize worth playing for
🎯 Plenty of laughs, friendly arguing, and genuinely good company
Our in-house Kismetrix host keeps the energy warm and the night moving — so it always feels like a night out with good people, not a structured event.
#### 👥 AGE GUIDE
🎯 25–35 · 30–45 · 40–58
Kismetrix Trivia Night is open to all singles who are here for a good time and genuine connection. We provide age groups so you know what to expect from the room. The focus is always on good energy and like-minded people — not strict age gates.
If you're slightly outside a range and the format feels right for you, you're welcome to book.
#### 🎯 WHO THIS NIGHT IS FOR
This event is for singles who:
🎯 Want a fun, social night out that's a little different
🎯 Are curious about Kismetrix but want a low-pressure way to start
🎯 Love trivia — or have never done it but like the sound of it
🎯 Want to meet new people without it feeling like a "singles event"
🎯 Are open, friendly, and ready for a genuinely good Thursday night
Come solo — most people do. You'll be in good company from the moment you walk in.
#### 🍽 FOOD & DRINKS
Your ticket includes one standard welcome drink on arrival.
Konar Bar has a great food and drinks menu available throughout the night, directly from the venue. Perfect if you'd like to make a full evening of it — and many of our guests do.
#### 🎟 TICKETS
🎯 Early Bird — $39
🎯 General — $49
🎯 Last Minute — $59
Welcome drink included at every tier. Spots are strictly limited to 7–8 tables to keep the night intimate and social — early booking is strongly recommended.
*Last year's event sold out. Don't sit on it.*
#### 💡 WHY PEOPLE LOVE KISMETRIX EVENTS
🎯 No swiping. No apps. Just real people in a real room
🎯 No awkward formats or forced interactions
🎯 A genuinely fun night — even if you come solo
🎯 Exclusively for Kismetrix guests — private room, warm atmosphere
🎯 Hosted by people who actually care about how the night feels
Many guests come "just to try it" — and end up staying all night.
#### ✨ WHERE THE TRIVIA NIGHT FITS
The KISMETRIX Trivia Night sits alongside our Drinks Socials, Elevated Dinners, and Activity Nights as one of our most fun and accessible formats. If you've been curious about Kismetrix, this is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to experience what we do.
#### 🔔 IMPORTANT NOTES
🎯 This is a hosted social experience — not speed dating
🎯 A welcome drink is included; additional drinks and food are available at the venue
🎯 Gender balance is carefully aimed for but not always guaranteed
🎯 Respect, boundaries, and good energy are essential at all Kismetrix events
🎯 Tickets are non-refundable but transferable
#### 🔗 STAY CONNECTED WITH KISMETRIX \| TRUE CONNECTION
📧 **social@kismetrix.com.au**
🌐 **[www.kismetrix.com.au](http://www.kismetrix.com.au/ "http://www.kismetrix.com.au")**
📱 Follow us on **[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/kismetrix_/ "https://www.instagram.com/kismetrix_/"), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559826808523 "https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559826808523") & [Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/kismetrix-singles-events-84848288353 "https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/kismetrix-singles-events-84848288353")**
📄 Important Notice: By registering for this event\, you confirm that you have read and agree to Kismetrix \| True Connection's Terms & Conditions\, Privacy Policy\, Disclaimer and Code of Conduct\.
🤝 Collaborations: collabs@kismetrix.com.au
New! Bridging The Planet Gap
**Bridging the Planet Gap**
### *An Exclusive Pre‑Launch Transformative Educational Experience for Singles*
**Sun 31 May • 4–6pm • Upstairs The Tower Hotel, East Hawthorn**
A boutique facilitated event for singles who value humour, depth and conscious connection.
If you’re tired of the apps, awkward small talk, being single or feeling misunderstood by the opposite sex, this ***pre‑launch event*** (with socialising afterwards), offers something completely different.
This is **not** speed‑dating.
It’s **not** therapy.
It’s an **educational, insightful group experience** designed to help men and women understand each others wants and needs more deeply - in a way that feels safe, fun, and surprisingly easy.
*"Until you make the unconscious conscious it will direct your life and you will call it fate"- Carl Jung*
BOOK NOW. LIMIITED SPACES.
**Pre‑Launch discount (Feedback Event)**
* **Solo ticket: $30**
* **Bring a friend (of the opposite sex): Ony $25 each**
*\*This event is **heavily discounted** in exchange for your feedback*
**BOOKING LINK**: [https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1989809975200?aff=oddtdtcreator](http://%5Bhttps//www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1989809975200?aff=oddtdtcreator%5D(https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1989809975200?aff=oddtdtcreator) "\[https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1989809975200?aff=oddtdtcreator\](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1989809975200?aff=oddtdtcreator)")
**What You’ll Experience**
You’ll move through a series of **short, facilitated exercises and conversations** that are:
* fun
* insightful
* easy to participate in
* completely optional
There is **no obligation to speak** at any time. You can participate silently or engage at your own pace.
**This experience is crafted to help you:**
* understand the opposite sex in a clearer, more grounded way
* notice your own patterns and responses
* relax your nervous system so your personality can shine
* connect naturally with others
* feel more confident and at ease in social and dating contexts
This is a **light, fast‑moving, educational experience** that will leave you feeling more aware, more connected, and more confident about modern day dating and relationships.
**Why We’re Doing This**
Because singles today are navigating:
* mixed signals
* outdated myths and stories about men, women, dating and relationships
* confusion around roles, boundaries and expectations
* emotional fatigue from apps, speed dating and small talk events
* fear of rejection due to past hurts and miscommunication
**This event helps you:**
* expand your confidence and self‑worth
* strengthen communication skills
* understand masculine & feminine dynamics
* release old patterns that sabotage connection and love
* get clear on your wants, needs and boundaries
* rebuild trust between the sexes
* learn a new modern dating and relating model
**Who This Event Is For**
* Singles 30+ (all ages)
* Curious, conscious, open‑minded individuals
* People who want meaningful connection, not small talk
* Relationship‑minded men and women
* Heterosexual singles
* Aim: **Equal numbers of men and women. (Bookings required) BOOKING LINK**: [https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1989809975200?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1989809975200?aff=oddtdtcreator)
**If you’re ready to learn, grow and connect in a whole new way, we would love you to join us.**
*Love & light,*
*Jane Roder*
*International Author Sex & Relationship Counsellor*
***[www.janeroder.com](http://www.janeroder.com/) [info@janeroder.com](mailto:info@janeroder.com) 0411 300 627***
Knitting and Crocheting with Conversation and Coffee at Kindred Studios
**Description**:
Join me to knit or crochet in the warm, friendly environment of Kindred Studios where we can share our skills and ideas. Knitters, crocheters and crafters of all abilities are welcome. The conversation is relaxed as we work on our projects together and it's a great way to make new friends.
The Bass Note Cafe is within the studios and will bring great coffee and delicious snacks to our table.
**Agenda**:
I'll meet you at 10.00am inside Kindred Studios at the large table near the tiered seating. We have the space available until 12.00pm.
**Location**:
Kindred Studios
3 Harris St
Yarraville
Street parking is available nearby in Harris, Cowper, Hyde and Whitehall Streets. There are large red signs on the footpath to guide you to Kindred Studios.
If you are coming by train take the Williamstown/Werribee line to Seddon Station. It's then about 10 minutes to walk to the Studios.
When you RSVP please click attend on the Event Page and I will be in touch via direct message. I will also be available on the Events Comments page on the day.
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Badminton Social (羽球匯友) @Caulfield
**Welcome to Badminton Social (羽球匯友) Meetup!**
Join us for regular badminton, social meetups, and a great time on the court around Caulfield. Let's build a welcoming badminton community and make some amazing memories together!
Whether you are a beginner or a pro, this event is perfect for anyone looking to stay active, make new friends, and enjoy some friendly plays. Our group is made up of both local and international members, creating a diverse and welcoming atmosphere for everyone to join in.
Not only will you have the chance to improve your Badminton skills and stay fit, but you'll also have the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for healthy living and staying active. Come and be a part of our community in Melbourne, where friendships are made on and off the court.
**Details as below:**
When: 30 May, this coming Saturday
Time: 10am - 11.30pm
Where: Monash Sport Caulfield (1-min walk from Caulfield Station / free parking around the Station)
Fee: $12 per head (PayID to the organizer)
*#Limited spots - first come first served (RSVP)*
*#Please bring your own racket(s); or you can rent it from the Centre (if needed)*
***#Please kindly update your RSVP as soon as possible if you need to cancel, so hopefully others can still get a spot to join. Cancellations within 24 hours or no-shows will be charged the full rate - Many thanks for your understanding and cooperation.***
*#Please let the organizer know after the first play, if you'd like to play regularly with the group ongoing and enjoy exclusive offer - Organizer will add you to our Whatsapp group for the regulars :)*
*DISCLAIMER:* *By* *attending any event hosted by this Meetup group, you acknowledge and accept that participation involves inherent risks, including injury or loss of property, and you assume full responsibility for your safety. The organizers are not liable for any damages, injuries, or losses that occur, regardless of cause. You agree to follow any event guidelines, act responsibly, and understand that you are responsible for your own well-being. By attending, you accept these terms. 3*
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Networking Night
Free monthly networking for Columbus business owners. Real conversations, real connections, no forced formats. Space is limited. RSVP now.
Most owners leave networking events with a stack of business cards and no plan. The best leads quietly slip through the cracks.
Networking Night is a monthly meetup for Columbus business owners who want to build real local relationships, not just trade contact info. Every kind of local business welcome. No pitch round, no pressure, no awkward speed-networking.
**This month**
We are focused on referral relationships. Walk in with a clear idea of who refers people like you. Walk out having met a few owners whose work fits next to yours.
**What to expect**
Doors open at 6 PM. You get real conversation with other local owners, time to actually connect, and a short marketing lesson woven in. The room is reserved through 7:30 PM.
**Who this is for**
Any local business owner who wants to grow through relationships, not just paid ads. Service businesses, retail, home services, professional services, online owners building local presence, anyone serious about being part of the Columbus business community.
**Not the right fit if**
You are here to pitch the room or recruit for an MLM.
**Details**
* Last Thursday of every month
* 6:00 to 7:30 PM
* COhatch Easton
* Free to attend, RSVP required, space is limited
**About the host**
Rita Suzanne is a local marketing strategist and the founder of Local Marketing Method. She runs Visibility is Profitability, the membership where local owners build the system that keeps their phone ringing, including tracking the referral relationships built in rooms like this one. Learn more at learnlocalmarketing.com.
Register here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/local-marketing-networking-night-tickets-1988510112275](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/local-marketing-networking-night-tickets-1988510112275)
Marketing Monday Networking
Monthly working lunch for Columbus business owners. One specific topic, one to three actions you can run this week.
You can be the best at what you do and still be invisible. If local buyers cannot find you, the phone does not ring.
Marketing Monday Lunch + Learn is a monthly working lunch for Columbus business owners focused on building relationships, local networking, and local marketing. Every kind of local business welcome. No pitch round, no pressure, no upsell.
**This month**
Most local businesses pick one or two places to be visible and call it good. The result is inconsistent calls and a feeling that marketing is not working. We will walk through the three places every local business needs to show up, plus the fourth place most owners ignore that quietly produces the warmest leads.
**What to expect**
Doors open at noon. Order lunch and drinks at the cafe counter or bring your own. You get real conversation with other local owners and a focused marketing lesson. You leave knowing people and with one to three actions to run that week. The room is reserved through 1:30 PM.
**Who this is for**
Any local business owner who wants clearer marketing direction and real local relationships. Service businesses, retail, home services, professional services, online owners building local presence, anyone serious about being part of the Columbus business community.
**Not the right fit if**
You are here to pitch the room or recruit for an MLM.
**Details**
* Second Monday of every month
* 12:00 to 1:30 PM
* Good Cafe Easton, 4400 Easton Commons, Ste 150, Columbus, OH 43219
* Order lunch and drinks at the counter when you arrive
* Free to attend, RSVP required, space is limited
**About the host**
Rita Suzanne is a local marketing strategist and the founder of Local Marketing Method. She runs Visibility is Profitability, the membership where local business owners build the system that keeps their phone ringing. Learn more at learnlocalmarketing.com.
Register here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989964540509?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989964540509?aff=oddtdtcreator)
Ensuring Software Quality in the world of AI Developers - Matt Eland
**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you.
The building address is 4450 Bridge Park
The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400
You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge.
**Abstract**
Like it or not, AI agents are now capable of turning a quickly written paragraph of requirements into a pull request that is ready to be integrated into real-world production applications and it's now our responsibility to make sure AI doesn't go rogue and take down prod - or corrupt our data by misunderstanding the requirements or our existing schemas. In this session we'll explore strategies to protect our codebases through unit and integration testing, documentation, and code review along with additional ways of providing context and guard rails to our AI agents as they carry out the work we've assigned them to do. By the time we're done, you'll have a firm grasp of the problem and understand some helpful options for protecting your codebase from vibe coding mishaps getting YOLOed into prod.
**YouTube Link**
TBD
Join Biggest Community | Investors Founders | Columbus | Online
Please reserve your spot by registering on the below link :
**Reserve**
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-biggest-community-investors-founders-columbus-online-tickets-1988563717610?aff=meetup
**QUESTIONS ?**
Pls Reach out to;
Ridhi - +971504724873 ( WhatsApp Only)
ServiceNow Knowledge 26 Recap + Topgolf Happy Hour
Couldn't make Knowledge? Or want to debrief the dancing robots or Autonomous Workforce? Join us for a Knowledge '26 recap, insights sharing, a couple rounds of golf, and fun at Topgolf. As always, drinks and food will be provided. More details to come — mark your calendar, RSVP, and save your spot today!


















