GRWebDev Powered by LaFleur presents Community Code Showcase

We're finishing off the year with an informal "show and tell" featuring personal projects, demos, and more at the Grand Rapids coLab!

GRWebDev Powered by LaFleur presents
Community Code Showcase
Grand Rapids coLab (38 Fulton St. W, Grand Rapids, MI 49503)
Monday, November 23rd 2026, 6pm - 8pm

DESCRIPTION
Have you been using a new toolset, library, language, or framework that you're particularly excited about? Perhaps you've been digging into the use of AI agents or built some home automation tools and you'd like to share your experiences. Well, now is the time!

We're sending off 2026 with a fun and informal Community Code Showcase featuring short, 10-minute demos or presentations from folks right here in West Michigan (no slide deck required!). Have something you’d like to share? Submit our registration form by Friday, November 6th. Interested in learning something new? Come on down and enjoy food, refreshments, and enjoy the evening with us. 😎

OUR PRESENTERS
James Lund is a problem solver who's determined to bridge the gap between nature and technology. By day, James helps local businesses upgrade their digital infrastructure. By night, he advocates for others by volunteering at organizations such as Django Girls, Code for Good West Michigan, and of course, GRWebDev.

Jason Stiles is a full stack engineer with 30 years of experience and founder of Bolero Services, LLC. This year, Jason launched lookingforgroup.social, a platform for finding and forming small, intimate groups based on shared interests and values, right in your neighborhood.

Dean Marano is a developer that loves Javascript, Ruby, Rails, Ember.js, accessibility, and testing. A graduate of Hope College and DePaul University, has worked in industry for 18 years, currently working at Hashicorp with IBM. He likes biking, baking, jamming, and PB&J.

John DiPiazza recently graduated from GRCC with an associate degree in Computer Programming. He began to take interest in programming and web development in 2018, and spent the summer of 2026 interning at Slothwerks as a full stack web developer.

… and YOU! Fill out the registration form

SCHEDULE

• 6:00pm … Refreshments and Networking
• 6:30pm … Opening Announcements + Presentations
• 7:45pm … Closing Announcements
• 8:00pm … Event Ends

LOCATION
The Grand Rapids coLab is located on the third floor of the Leonard Building at 38 Fulton St. West (SW corner of Commerce and Fulton). Enter the lobby from the north side (front) of the building or the accessible entrance on the south side adjacent to the parking lot. Take the elevator to the third floor.

PARKING
Parking is available in the lot behind the Leonard Building, the Gallery Ramp across the road on Commerce, and on nearby streets. (Pro tip: Weston, Sheldon, and LaGrave just east of Division are often more easily accessible than busier streets such as Commerce and Division.) Street parking pricing and hours vary depending on location; details can be found on the City of Grand Rapids website.

SPONSORS
This evening’s event is sponsored by SPARK Business Works. SPARK is an award-winning agency helping mid-sized businesses and industry leaders modernize operations and accelerate growth. Through custom app development, workflow automation, and data-driven marketing, they deliver practical, high-impact tech solutions for sectors like manufacturing, healthcare, and construction. Learn more at sparkbusinessworks.com.

Tonight’s event is also sponsored by SlothWerks. SlothWerks is a Grand Rapids-based development consultancy crafting custom web & mobile apps for startups, small businesses, and nonprofits. Driven by 20+ years of tech expertise, they’re passionate about building practical software solutions and empowering West Michigan’s tech community. Learn more at slothwerks.com.

Our meetup is also sponsored by West Michigan Tech Talent. West Michigan Tech Talent connects local employers, educators, community organizations and workforce experts who are invested in creating a strong tech workforce. By sharing best practices, leveraging resources and collaborating on innovative solutions, WMTT is actively addressing the tech talent gap and makes upskilling affordable and accessible. Learn more at westmichigantechtalent.com.

GRWebDev is also sponsored by Start Garden. Empowering West Michigan's startup ecosystem through financial, intellectual & social capital, Start Garden provides a neighborhood for startups to grow. No matter where you are on your journey - whether you’re an entrepreneur, a startup or simply a dreamer with a great idea - the Start Garden ecosystem provides a strong community of support to help you get your idea off the ground or move your business to the next level. Learn more at startgarden.com.

GRWebDev's title sponsor is LaFleur Marketing. LaFleur is your forward-thinking digital marketing partner, creating innovative, data-driven marketing strategies and assets for law firms, healthcare organizations, and growing businesses. Learn more about their services on the web at lafleur.marketing.

VENUE
Our venue this month is the Grand Rapids Collaborative. Originally envisioned by Craig Hall, the coLab is a community of individuals and companies focused on technology, design, and entrepreneurship. The space offers affordable office spaces with shared amenities including WiFi, kitchen areas, and more. Contact Wisinski of West Michigan for availability and pricing at naiwwm.com.