Children's Book Illustrators

GDG Competitive Programming Challenge (GCPC) is a programming competition organized by GDG Algiers, bringing together teams of three programmers to solve a series of algorithmic problems of increasing difficulty. This event tests participants' skills in algorithmics, optimization, and problem solving in a competitive and stimulating environment. Within a limited time, teams must design efficient solutions while optimizing their temporal and spatial complexity. The GCPC aims to promote teamwork, quick thinking, and algorithmic creativity, offering participants a unique opportunity to improve their competitive programming skills and measure themselves against the best talent. Agenda --- Hosted By MALEK AMINA, GDG Algiers Lead Nabil Ghemam Djeridi, GDG Algiers Co-Lead Ayyoub Kasmi, GDG Algiers Co-Lead Sirine Ouarab, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Kamel Mokrani, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer GDG Algiers Co-Manager Khalil Lounis, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer ALLAM MAROUA, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Bioinformatics master student and UI/UX designer BOKHTACHE Khawla, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Mohammed Elmahdi BELGHIT, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer BENDAHMANE NESRINE, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Kaoutar Hosseinat, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer boukhemia lyna, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer hamma yasmine, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer MOHAMED RAOUF GUERIOU, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Aicha Lahreche, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer MELZI MOUNIR, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Kheira Assaidi, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Lyes Boudjabout, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Abdelghani Derdouche, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Chamel Nadir Bouacha, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer AOUININE LYLIA, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer BOUDIB MOHAMEDKHALIL, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer MEZENNER FARES, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer sohaib zouambia, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer afnane touhar, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer abderrahman ben rabah, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Belkis Nour Balamane, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Nesrine Merrouchi, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Abdeldjalil Lamara, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Alaaeddine Bendali Braham, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Anes Mezdoud, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer YEKENE SOFIANE, GDG Algiers Co-Organizer Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-algiers-presents-gcpc-30/.

Posting this early because seemingly all Sundays in May are holidays or busy! I picked a shorter thriller that's hopefully a fast read/listen. [Columbus library link to book](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3458940) Location: Grandview Cafe, *1455 W. 3rd Ave*, Columbus, OH 43212 [Menu](https://www.grandviewcafe.com/menu) Book summary: Daniel leads a rich life in the university town of Athens, Georgia. He's got a couple close friends, a steady paycheck working for a regional airline, and of course, for a few glorious days each Fall, college football tailgates. He considers himself to be a mostly lucky guy -- despite the fact that he's suffered from a debilitating disease since he was a small child, one that has left him unable to speak or to move without a wheelchair. Largely confined to his home, Daniel spends the hours he's not online communicating with irate air travelers observing his neighborhood from his front porch. One young woman passes by so frequently that spotting her out the window has almost become part of his daily routine. Until the day he's almost sure he sees her being kidnapped.

This month we’ll be reading Assassin’s Apprentice by Robin Hobb. Feel free to come even if you don’t finish the book!

Welcome, readers! Our April read is **_Martyr!_ by Kaveh Akbar.** The story follows a young Iranian American poet grappling with grief, addiction, and the aching question of what makes a life meaningful. Drawn into an unexpected friendship with a terminally ill artist, he begins to confront faith, love, and the seduction of self-destruction. Lyrical, darkly funny, and emotionally piercing, the novel wrestles with beauty and despair in equal measure. It’s a story about longing—to be seen, to be forgiven, and to matter. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, April 22 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.