Growth Hacking Berlin

Model Mondays - Spotlight On Model router in Microsoft Foundry

AI agents rarely rely on a single model to solve every task. In this episode of Model Mondays, we'll explore how model router helps developers apply a hill-climbing approach to agent development by continuously finding better models for different steps in a workflow. Learn how to evaluate models, compare performance across providers and model families, and dynamically route requests to the model best suited for each task. Through discussions and demos, we'll show how model router helps agents improve quality, efficiency, and cost by treating model selection as an ongoing optimization process rather than a one-time decision. *** * [Explore the Resources](https://github.com/microsoft/model-mondays) * [Read the Newsletter](https://aka.ms/model-mondays/newsletter) * [Continue the conversation on the Discord](https://aka.ms/model-mondays/discord)

AFRICAN FOOD FESTIVAL - BLACK & BIPOC LGBTQ MEETUP 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️☀️

Hey y'all 🌞🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Let's get together for a Sunday afternoon filled with good music, good food, great conversation, a sunny vibe. Come join **BLACK & BIPOC LGBTQ+ Meetup @ African Food Festival Berlin.** **Date:** Sunday, August 23, 2026 **Location:** Jules B-Part (Gleisdreieck, Luckenwalderstr. 68) **Time:** 15:30 - 19:30 **There will be:** * Authentic African cuisine from talented chefs 🇪🇹🇳🇬🇬🇭 * African fusion & vegan options for a unique taste experience * 50+ Black-owned businesses showcasing fashion, jewellery, & more * Live DJ sets featuring Afrobeats, Amapiano & Afrohouse all day long **You can find more information here:** https://www.eventbrite.de/e/african-food-festival-berlin-summer-market-212223082026-tickets-1992479332319?aff=erelexpmlt **Please Note:** There is an entrance fee €5-€10. You can purchase an entrance ticket online or you can purchase an entrance ticket in person on the day of the event (although it may cost more). See you there! ❤️

Women Founders Meet & Greet🌸

🌸**Women Founders Meet & Greet is back!** ​After so many inspiring conversations, meaningful connections, and unforgettable moments, we're excited to invite you to the next edition of our Women Founders event. ​Once again, we'll be gathering at our favorite coffee place — **Cafe Amelie Coffee & Breakfast** ☕✨ and, of course, with the best host, Chi, who always makes us feel at home. ​Join us for an afternoon filled with inspiring women, genuine conversations, new connections, and a supportive atmosphere where founders can share experiences, challenges, and ideas. ​No pressure. No awkward networking. Just authentic conversations and amazing women building exciting things together 🤝 ​Whether you're already running a business, building a startup, freelancing, or simply exploring your next idea, we'd love to have you join us. ​📅 15.08.2026 ⏰ 12:00 – 15:00 📍 Cafe Amelie Coffee & Breakfast ​Because entrepreneurship is better when we build together 🌸🚀 For more information and updates about our events, check out the link below: [https://linktr.ee/Growfirma](https://linktr.ee/Growfirma?utm_source=luma)

berlinCreators eLAB-Werkstattabend

Wir bieten allen Interessierten die Möglichkeit, mit Elektronik zu basteln. Workshops und Vorträge zu verschiedenen Themen rund um Elektronik und Software sind willkommen. Von Arduino bis zu komplett selbst entwickelten High-End Schaltungen sind wir für alle kreativen Ideen offen. Wir haben auch Gruppen rund um das Nähen, Programmieren, Retro Computer. Wir treffen uns immer am Dienstag und am Freitag ab 18:00 Uhr. Egal ob Anfänger oder Profi – hier seid Ihr jederzeit Willkommen. Ihr könnt mit anderen fachsimpeln oder auch mit unserer Hilfe Eure ersten elektronischen Gehversuche starten. Wenn zeitgleich in den vorderen Räumen Workshops oder Vorträge stattfinden, kann hinten Werkstattbetrieb stattfinden.

OKR Leaders Meetup #7 - From Beginners to Experts - everyone is welcome!

✨ Let the lively discussions continue! ✨ **Join us for our 7th OKR Meetup!** We’re excited to welcome you to TAM Akademie, an inspiring location that perfectly matches what our community stands for: fresh thinking, experimentation, and meaningful exchange. 🚀 This time, we’re diving into: **“Beyond the OKR Playbook: 3 Challenges and How We Cracked Them at the TAM Akademie”** OKRs look great on paper - but in practice, they often create confusion, friction or unrealistic expectations when applied too rigidly. In this session, we’ll share insights from 4 years of working with OKRs at TAM: the myths, mistakes and tensions we’ve seen - and what actually helped. Together, we’ll explore three common OKR beliefs, challenge some “golden rules” and discuss when it makes sense to adapt the framework instead of following the textbook. Expect practical input, honest lessons learned and an open exchange with fellow practitioners. 🗓️ Agenda: 18:30 – 19:00: Arrival and Registration 19:00 – 19:15: Welcome & Opening Remarks 19:15 – 20:30: Interactive Session: Beyond the OKR Playbook: 3 Challenges and How We Cracked Them 20:30 – 21:30: Networking ⏰ Doors Open: 18:30 📍 Location: TAM Academy, [Hagelberger Str. 53/54, 10965 Berlin](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47a84e4ee9d03035:0x3c19998b440eca7d?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111) **Important:** Please register with your full name for smooth check-in. Photos will be taken during the event. 🚫 **No sales, no pitches, no hidden agendas:** Just honest conversations, shared learnings and real connection. **"MOVED":** We have moved this meetup to August, due to the slow response rate! The agenda will stay the same. Also the ticket price has been removed. Any paid tickets have been reimbursed. We are looking forward to seeing you there! 🥰 See you soon, Vivien & Maxi

berlinCreators Werkstattabend

Unser Verein berlinCreators e.V. trifft sich jeden Freitag ab 18 Uhr im Makerspace. Wir haben Gruppen rund um Elektronik, 3D-Druck, Nähen, Programmieren, Retro Computer. Egal ob Anfänger oder Profi – hier seid Ihr Willkommen. Ihr könnt mit anderen fachsimpeln, Euch inspirieren lassen oder auch mit unserer Hilfe Eure ersten Projekte starten. Wenn Ihr Euch bei uns wohlfühlt und Mitglieder bei den berlinCreators werden möchtest, freuen wir uns. Kommt vorbei, lernt den Space, uns und die Möglichkeiten kennen.

Don't eat alone lunch #96 (in Fhain; Korean place)

🌟 Join us for **"Don't Eat Alone"** – an event designed to transform your lunch break into a social feast! **Tired of solitary meals in front of the computer?** **Thriving to meet some new people and curious what it may bring to your life?** Just come, check and enjoy a delicious meal with friendly faces. Connect with like-minded individuals, engage in conversations, and make your lunchtime a memorable social experience. Mark your calendar, bring your appetite, and let's build connections, one meal at a time! 🍽️🤝✨ PAYMENTS: the meetup is free, but everyone pays for their meals. Here you can pay by card easily.

Lerne Reden zu halten und Menschen zu begeistern | Berliner Rhetorikmeister

Build & Learn: From Data Science to AI Engineering Week 1

**📅 Week 1: Kickoff — From Data Science to AI Engineering** After a short break, Build & Learn is back with a new seven-week focus: learning how to build and ship real AI applications. 👩‍💻 AI engineering is becoming an increasingly important path for data scientists, analysts and Python developers. The biggest shift is not simply learning more machine learning theory—it is learning how to turn an AI prototype into a working application that other people can use. Over seven weeks, we will build AND deploy basic end to end LLM/AI project touching key technologies ( FastAPI, Postgres, Docker, a real AI pipeline. ) * **Week 1 — Kickoff & Setup:** Set up Python, GitHub, Docker, API keys, and run the starter project locally. * Week 2 — Learn the LLM specific layer. (OpenAI API) * Week 3 — Build production ready AI backends. (Fast API, MCP server) * Week 4 — Connect AI to your data with RAG (vector database) * Week 5 — Lean into evals and observability (tracing, evaluation) * Week 6 — Build & Ship Your Version * Week 7 — Demo Day By the end of the 7 weeks you will have a working AI application in your own GitHub repository and experience building an AI pipeline, backend, database and frontend. **✨ Who is this for?** This cycle is designed for data scientists, analysts, software developers and anyone interested in transitioning toward AI engineering. No previous LLM or AI engineering experience is required. However, you should already understand basic Python or be willing to complete some preparation before the first build session. **✨ Who’s hosting?** I’m Lindsey, a senior data scientist working on AI systems, causal inference and data products. I’ve worked on machine learning, uplift modelling, fraud detection and production LLM systems. I care about learning through building—and about moving beyond AI hype toward applications that actually work. 💻 **Bring:** **Your laptop** and curiosity. Please also grab ☕ at the octopus bar to support their business and providing the location!

Lean Coffee for Managers & Leaders

Ambitious Girls’ Club ✨

A monthly mastermind circle for women who are building something meaningful — a business, product, freelance practice, personal brand, creative project, or community. This isn't a traditional book club. Bring the business, personal growth, or leadership book you're currently reading. We'll begin with a focused silent reading session, then each woman will share: * What she read * What she's currently building * How she's applying those insights to her work or life * One action she's committing to before our next gathering Together, we'll ask thoughtful questions, share ideas, offer feedback, and help each other move forward. The goal is simple: learn faster, stay accountable, and connect with ambitious women who are creating, growing, and taking action. Whether you're launching, scaling, freelancing, creating, or building a community, this is a space for meaningful conversations, fresh perspectives, and genuine support. **Our Session** 🕛 12:00 PM 📍 Iskra, Berlin 👥 Maximum 10 spots Hosted by baesh × Iskra Reserve your spot and bring the book that's currently shaping your thinking.

Founders picnic #1🧺🥪🥐

# 🌿 Founders Picnic #1 Founders, founders, and people who somehow ended up building a company… this one’s for you. 😄 We’re taking a break from laptops, pitch decks, and “quick calls” for an afternoon in the park. Join us on **22 August at Mauerpark** for a relaxed founders’ picnic good food, drinks, random conversations, new connections, and probably a few questionable startup ideas. No presentations. No awkward networking rounds. No “tell us about your business in 30 seconds.” 😂 Just **good people, good vibes, and a sunny afternoon together.** 📅 **22 August** ⏰ **1:00 PM – 5:00 PM** 📍 **Mauerpark, Berlin** Bring yourself, your picnic mood, and maybe something to share like blankets, snacks, or games. 🧺☀️ Come for the picnic. Stay for the conversations. Leave with a few new friends (and hopefully no new business problems). 😉 Join our Whatsapp community for meaningful collaborations with other founders : [[https://chat.whatsapp.com/K75rj3CXgqF2CpkIUtsVQs](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K75rj3CXgqF2CpkIUtsVQs)] **See you at the park! 🌿**