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GDG Sydney Meetup March 2026
Wed, Mar 4, 6:30 AMGDG Cloud Sydney is back for a meetup this March! Join us for an evening of exciting technical talks, community connections, and knowledge sharing. 📍 New venue for this event — please double-check the location before coming. Come Hire! The meetup allocates 10 minutes to people seeking technical jobs or with open roles at their company. If you’re hiring or job hunting, this is your chance to connect with the community. 👉 This meetup is in-person only. There are no plans to stream the event. Partners This meetup is organised in partnership with The Institute of International Studies (TIIS). The platform was conceived not only as a place for students to develop career-ready skills and competencies but also as a space where they could nurture attributes that would enrich their life experiences as engaged and contributing citizens. They have academic programs that are meticulously designed to align with the ever-evolving needs of various industries. TISS graduates emerge equipped with the essential tools and knowledge needed to confidently enter the workforce. Dented Code teaches coding skills that you need to become a full-stack developer and help you advance your career, pursue your dream job, or enjoy the freedom of life as a freelancer. – Learn more on their website. We will also give out two 1-year subscriptions from JetBrains to any of JetBrains' IDEs and two programmable event tickets in a raffle. Winners can choose from tools like IntelliJ IDEA Ultimate, PyCharm, WebStorm, Rider, and more. Talks Talk 1: How to use Gemini to search and bag your first or next tech job In this era of AI and agents, to stay ahead of the competition in this difficult job market, you must leverage AI tools, even for your job search and interview preparation. While you should not use AI to cheat in the interview, you should use it to search for and find the right roles and to research the company, so you can better prepare yourself and increase your chances of getting the job offer. In this talk, you will learn how to use Gemini and other tools that use Gemini in the background to get a fair advantage when you search for your first or next tech job. You will also learn more about the hiring process and interview stages, and get useful tips to help your application move into the top 20% of applicants. In this demo-filled talk, you will pick up how to use Gemini deep research, guided learning, live share (for on-demand interview preparation), and Notebook LM to your advantage. Be smart: let AI (Gemini) do the hard work so you can get the desired outcome without outsourcing the thinking. What you’ll learn: Gemini Deep Research: How to use Gemini to sniff out the roles that actually fit your stack. The Power of NotebookLM: Organizing your interview prep and research about the company. Live Share: Using AI as a mock interviewer that actually gives helpful feedback. Guided Learning: learning something step by step in bite-sized pieces The Golden Rule: Let AI handle the heavy lifting and data crunching, but never outsource the actual thinking. About the speaker — Geshan Manandhar Geshan is a seasoned software engineer with over 17 years of software engineering experience. Currently, he serves as a technical lead at Safewill in Sydney, Australia. He is a language-agnostic software engineer who believes the value provided to the business is more important than the choice of language or framework. With a keen interest in REST architecture, microservices, agile software engineering, and serverless, he has spoken at tech conferences in the Middle East, Europe, the United States, and Australia. He is actively involved with the developer community and is a Google Developer Expert (GDE) for the Google Cloud Platform (GCP). He is a Docker Captain, too. Blogging since 2007, he has a well-maintained tech blog, where he shares his views and ideas. Talk 2: AI Engineering on Databricks: The Back to Front Databricks Intro AI and data engineering were the hottest jobs of 2025 — full of excitement, confusion, and more than a few failed projects. One thing is clear: the genie is out of the bottle, and the demand for solid data and AI engineering isn’t slowing down. So how do you ride this wave and actually build a career in it? In this session, we'll try to navigate that. About the speaker — Anoj Shrestha Anoj is a seasoned data professional with over five years of consulting experience in big data engineering and architecture, specialising in the Databricks platform. He’s passionate about helping organisations unlock the value of their data — from choosing the right strategy to executing with clarity and staying focused on what matters. Event Schedule 5:30pm - Event doors open 5:45pm - Introduction and hiring connect (5 mins for each group, every participant gets up to 1 min) 6:00pm - Talk 1: How to use Gemini to search and bag your first or next tech job — Geshan Manandhar 6:45pm - Talk 2: AI Engineering on Databricks: The Back to Front Databricks Intro — Anoj Shrestha 7:15pm - Raffle for 2 JetBrains IDE licenses and 2 programmable tickets 7:45pm - Event end Agenda --- Hosted By Shital Shrestha, Community Organiser Rohit Maharjan, Community Organiser Hi, I’m Rohit, a dedicated software engineer with 2 years of experience and a keen interest in transitioning to a DevOps role. I have a strong background in building digital solutions using PHP, JavaScript (React.js), and MySQL. My passion for cloud technologies and continuous integration/deployment (CI/CD) drives me to further develop my skills in DevOps. I am eager to leverage my development experience and cloud knowledge to contribute to a dynamic DevOps team. Sajan Shrestha, Community organiser Shasanka Acharya, Community Organiser Ryan Snowden, Community Organiser Katharine Russell, Software Engineer Gary Lou, Community organiser Kunal Ostwal, Luke Moody, Founder Russal Arya, Community organiser Roshan Ghale, Community organiser A passionate Software Engineer skilled in JavaScript, React, Node.js, as well as Salesforce Development. Currently I am working as a Software Engineer at Practifi. --- Partners Dented Code (https://dentedcode.com) At Dented Code, we have developed an innovative coding Bootcamp approach to empower candidates with cutting-edge technology and skills to thrive in the Australian multi-billion-dollar digital economy. In 2021, Dented Code began transferring its programming skills to students through BootCamp courses, in-school workshops, community upskilling initiatives, and online tutorials. Through Dented Code’s BootCamp, students get equipped with in-demand coding and web development skills. JetBrains (https://www.jetbrains.com) At JetBrains, code is our passion. Ever since we started, back in 2000, we have strived to make the strongest, most effective developer tools on earth. By automating routine checks and corrections, our tools speed up production, freeing developers to grow, discover and create. Our Mission We make professional software development a more productive and enjoyable experience. The Institute of International Students (https://www.tiis.edu.au) --- Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-cloud-sydney-presents-gdg-sydney-meetup-march-2026/.
Executive to Entrepreneur: Business Masterclass Dinner
Thu, Mar 5, 6:30 AM**Getting Started with Digital Marketing & Paid Ads for Growth** **Date:** Thursday 5th March 2026 **Time:** 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm **Location:** 852 Hong Kong Restaurant, Newtown, Sydney **Ticket Includes:** Main meal dinner + 2 standard drinks (beer, wine or non-alcoholic) or 1 matcha drink or 1 cocktail drink ### **Turn Attention Into Leads. Turn Leads Into Growth.** If you are a business owner or entrepreneur wondering: * Where do I start with digital marketing? * Should I be running paid ads, and how do I do it properly? * How do I generate leads without wasting money? This event is designed for you. Join us for an evening of strategic networking and practical learning, focused on how to use paid digital marketing to grow your business, particularly at the top of the funnel where awareness and leads begin. ## **Guest Speaker** ### **Parth Gandhi** **Founder\, Tussle Digital \| Expert in Performance Marketing** Parth is the founder of Tussle Digital, a performance-driven digital marketing agency helping businesses generate leads and scale through paid advertising and data-led strategy. ### **In This Masterclass, Parth Will Cover:** * How to get started with digital marketing without overwhelm * An introduction to paid advertising and how it works * Which platforms to focus on first and why * How to generate leads and top-of-funnel activity * Common mistakes businesses make with paid marketing * How to align paid ads with your business goals and budget This is practical, real-world insight based on what is working right now. ### **Interactive, Open and Business-Focused** One of the biggest questions business owners ask is where do I start? This session is designed to answer that question in a highly interactive way. Parth will address attendee questions, discuss real business scenarios, and where possible, talk through your business challenges in an open and collaborative setting. This is a conversation, not a lecture. ## **Dinner, Drinks and Genuine Networking** The atmosphere is relaxed, friendly, and welcoming. When like-minded people are in the same room, it makes a massive difference. Conversations flow easily, connections feel natural, and ideas are shared openly. It is an open setting where everyone is approachable, supportive, and connected through a shared entrepreneurial mindset. ## **Agenda** **5:30 pm to 6:45 pm** Arrival, Dinner and Networking Check in, enjoy dinner and drinks, and begin networking in a relaxed setting. **6:45 pm to 8:00 pm** Masterclass: Getting Started with Digital Marketing and Paid Ads Parth Gandhi delivers an interactive session focused on paid marketing, lead generation and top-of-funnel growth. **8:00 pm to 9:00 pm** Open Discussion and Final Networking Continue conversations, ask questions and build meaningful connections. ## **Who Should Attend** * Business owners and entrepreneurs looking to grow * SME founders wanting more leads and visibility * Professionals considering starting a business * Leaders who want clarity and confidence around paid marketing ### **Limited Seats Available** This is an intimate event designed for quality conversations and practical value. Join us on Thursday 5th of March and leave with clear direction, actionable insights and the confidence to take your next step in digital marketing.
LTP Events: Perfect vs Possible: How Real Product Decisions Get Made
Wed, Feb 25, 6:30 AM**Perfect vs Possible: How Real Product Decisions Get Made** A fireside chat with Dovetail CEO Benjamin Humphrey, hosted by Brainmates CEO Adrienne Tan LTP Events is back — this time with an evening designed for thoughtful discussion, honest reflections, and meaningful connections within Sydney’s product community. At the heart of the night is an **insightful fireside chat** between Benjamin Humphrey (CEO, Dovetail) and Adrienne Tan (CEO, Brainmates), exploring the tension every product leader knows well: *perfect vs possible*. Expect real stories, practical wisdom, and candid perspectives on how product decisions actually get made — not the textbook version, but the human one. Surrounding the conversation is what LTP does best: a relaxed, no-pressure space to connect with fellow product folks who understand the realities of the work. Just good people, shared experiences, and conversations that continue long after the chat ends. **Evening timeline** * **5.30 – 6.00pm:** Arrive, grab a drink, and start networking * **6.00 – 6.30pm:** Fireside chat * **6.30 – 7.30pm:** Networking, conversation, and connection We’ll have light food and drinks covered — all we ask is that you bring your curiosity and positive vibes. **Plus!** Everyone who attends goes into the draw to win **2 free tickets to LTP 2026**. Simply show up, connect, and you could be heading to Australia’s best product conference next year. How good is that? We’re excited to be hosting this edition with our friends at **Dovetail**, creating a welcoming, light-hearted environment to unwind, meet new people, and strengthen our local product community. Click **‘Attend’** if you’re keen so we can plan for you — and don’t stress, late cancellations are okay. Looking forward to seeing you there.
A New Chapter Begins: Reboot, Rediscover, Reinvent Yourself
Sat, Feb 21, 3:00 AMRealign your vision. Reignite your drive. Reinvent your future. Your next chapter deserves the same intention you give your clients. We are living through a period of profound global transformation - technological, financial, societal, and spiritual. Many people feel it as a quiet inner knowing: something is shifting. If you’re re-evaluating your direction, identity, or contribution in a rapidly changing world, then this in-person workshop is for you - to lean into it with greater clarity, purpose, and grounded intuition - not escape from it. This is not about fixing yourself or having all the answers. It’s about pausing, listening, and creating space for clarity to emerge. 💡**Why attend this workshop?** 2026 is a Universal Year 1. This is a year for new beginnings, heightened self-awareness, bold conscious choices, personal growth and transformation. It’s a powerful moment to reconnect with: * Who you are now * What truly matters to you * What you want the next chapter of your life to stand for Rather than stepping away from life, this is an invitation to lean in: * Lean into learning * Lean into contribution * Lean into service **🌟 About the Experience:** This is a deeply human, in-person, interactive workshop designed to help you: * Slow down and reconnect with yourself * Release outdated identities and expectations * Clarify your values, motivations, and inner compass * Experience real, face-to-face connection in a world dominated by screens. It’s a guided, reflective, and relational experience. 🌱 **Who This Is For:** This workshop is ideal for you if you are: * At a personal or professional crossroads * Re-evaluating your career, direction, or identity * Experiencing a midlife transition or reinvention * Seeking more meaning, balance, and authenticity * Curious about how to stay relevant and human in a changing world * Simply feeling that one chapter is ending, and another is quietly waiting You do not need to know what comes next. You only need a willingness to pause and listen. 🧠 **What You’ll Leave With:** * A clearer sense of who you are now * Greater self-trust and inner alignment * Renewed connection to your values and motivations * Meaningful conversations and human connection * A grounded foundation for the next chapter of your life 💎 **You Are Never Too Old To:** * Reboot your life * Rediscover your values * Reconnect with your inner wisdom * Begin again, consciously 🔗 **Join us if you’re ready to:** * Align your purpose with your potential * Redefine success on your own terms * Thrive at the intersection of tech, transformation, and timeless values A new chapter of magic, alignment, and awakening awaits you. 🎟️ 🎟️ 🎟️ Reserve your seat and open the door to new beginnings. [https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/a-new-chapter-begins-reboot-rediscover-reinvent-yourself-tickets-1980840420019](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/a-new-chapter-begins-reboot-rediscover-reinvent-yourself-tickets-1980840420019) Ticket includes hot/cold drinks, savoury finger foods, cakes & snacks (to be served during the workshop break). **Workshop Facilitators:** Fleur Leong - Leadership, Learning & Lifestyle Strategist Jonathan Lee - Founder of Utopia Rising, Themed Events & Experiences Artist Two Senior Executives, and Professional Coaches
Cognitive Distortions of a High Achiever
Mon, Feb 23, 7:00 AMhttps://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/allinthemind/cognitive-distortions-high-achiever/105884544 Over years of practice, clinical psychologist Dr Mary Anderson started to notice a peculiar pattern across her many clients. Despite being impressive high achievers on the outside, inside they were struggling with burnout, imposter syndrome, anxiety and self-criticism. So she set out to develop a guide for these high achievers. A framework to support their success ... without sacrificing their mental health. You can catch up on more episodes of the All in the Mind podcast with journalist and presenter Sana Qadar, exploring the psychology of topics like stress, memory, communication and relationships on the ABC Listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. TRANSCRIPT https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/allinthemind/high-achiever-stress-productivity-anxiety/105199130
Prepare for the Future: Digital & AI Mentor Bootcamp - Parramatta Library
Tue, Feb 24, 11:00 PM**Level 1 Ideas Lounge, Parramatta Library, 5 Parramatta Square Parramatta** Join Western Sydney’s biggest AI Community for an exclusive 1-day bootcamp designed to create the next generation of community tech leaders (lunch and refreshment provided). Limited seats available, RSVP now to secure a spot! **"Don't just watch the digital future happen. Let’s Shape it together."** Join Western Sydney Tech Innovators, Western Sydney’s biggest AI Community, for an exclusive 1-day bootcamp designed to create the next generation of community tech leaders. **What you will learn in this 1-Day Bootcamp:** * **Morning (Become a Digital Mentor):** Master the "Art of Mentoring" to help beginner learners overcome tech anxiety. You will learn to explain complex topics without jargon. As a solid training ground, we use the credible "Be Connected" government toolkit, and use essential accessibility features to support older Australians. * **Afternoon (Digital and AI Literacy Training):** A hands-on guide to using AI for productivity, creativity, and safety. You'll leave with practical skills in ChatGPT (for everyday tasks), Midjourney (for visual creation), and critical AI Ethics to help your community stay safe from scams. **By 4pm, you will gain two critical certifications:** 1. **Certified Digital Mentor:** Learn the psychology and skills to help *anyone* (even your grandparents!) cross the digital divide. 2. **AI Literacy Mentor:** Master the latest AI tools (ChatGPT, Midjourney) for your own life and learn how to teach them safely. **Who is this for?** This bootcamp is designed for anyone who wants to lead in their community or consider career-skill expansion: * **Professionals & Trainers:** Future-proof your career by adding "Digital and AI Trainer" skills to your toolkit. * **Social Workers & Support Staff:** Gain the practical digital skills to better support your clients. * **Founders & Business Owners:** Give back to the ecosystem while networking with other local leaders. * **Local Champions:** community leaders who want to bring digital and AI skills back to their groups. * **Volunteers & Retirees:** Turn your patience and life experience into a superpower to help others get online. **Why join?** * **Career Edge:** Add "Certified Digital Mentor" to your CV. * **Impact:** Gain the skills to help others navigate the digital world safely. * **Community:** Connect with like-minded locals over a catered lunch (break refreshments included). *No coding required. Just a desire to learn and help.* *This Bootcamp is brought to you by WSTI and Good Things Australia, funded through the Be Connected and AI for Good programs.* **About WSTI** Western Sydney Tech Innovators (WSTI) is the largest grassroots AI community in Western Sydney. WSTI is recognised as a leading community organisation in digital and AI literacy training by government (featured at the National AI Plan launch), leading universities, and our 1,800+ active members. Our mission is to ensure no one is left behind in the Digital and AI transition.
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