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Amateur Vibe Code Club š
Wed, Aug 12, 8:00 AMwe made it to chapter 2 of the Amateur Vibe Club wahoo! save the date 12th August, State Library Martin Place! If it is your first time here welcome : ) The aim of the Amateur Vibe Code clubs is to create a small tight-knit community of people who enjoy tinkering with, or are interested in getting involved with with AI, vibe coding, and exploring the latest tech. I want to create a cosy third space for people who are looking to just wind down after or meet new people! Whether youāre building a side project, experimenting with new AI tools, or just curious about tech, this is safe place to learn together, share ideas, and help each other bring projects to life! If you are a student, early career, tech-builder, startup founder or just curious this is the place for you. Rough Agenda: 15 minute networking ā 1 hour focus session/yap ā 30 minutes presentation/demos/more yap Message me if you are keen :)) Event capped at 15 confirmed attendees\~ (IGNORE ATTENDEE LIMIT)

ćSydneyćAI Engineering Insights:ļ¼From Idea to Production
Wed, Aug 12, 7:30 AM## An English-language meetup exploring how AI ideas move into real-world use. The event brings together engineers and industry practitioners to share practical perspectives on AI engineering, market analytics, business value, go-to-market strategy, and the effective use of Gemini. The focus is on concrete cases, practical workflows, and lessons drawn from real experience. **š Bonus:** A chance to get job insights, referrals & opportunities from our speakers ā meet top-tier engineers in person and take the next step in your career. ## š” Talks ### Harness Engineering: A Woolies Case Study A practical case study on how Checkout AI applied harness engineering to build a market analytics system for Woolies. ### Using Gemini for Your Next Tech Job Learn how Gemini can support job research, company research, application preparation, and technical interview practice. The session will include practical examples using Gemini Deep Research, Guided Learning, Live Share, and NotebookLM. ### Building AI Solutions for Business Value A practical perspective on building AI solutions that address real customer needs and create measurable business value. The session will cover selecting the right problem and balancing quality, cost, and delivery time when moving an AI solution toward production. ### AI-Native GTM: Organic Marketing A discussion on how AI can support go-to-market and organic marketing activities, informed by experience across engineering, product development, and technology leadership. ## š¤ Speakers ### Harris Law **Senior AI Engineer, Quantium** Harris is an AI engineer and full-stack developer with experience across Quantium, Commonwealth Bank, and PwC. His technical interests include LangChain, LangGraph, RAG, AI agents, cloud services, and enterprise software development. ### Geshan Manandhar **Technical Lead, Safewill** **Google Developer Expert for Google Cloud Ā· Docker Captain** Geshan is a software engineer with more than 17 years of experience. His work covers cloud computing, microservices, serverless architecture, and modern software engineering. He has presented at technology events across Australia, the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. ### Devika Mohotti **Founder, Devika Mohotti Advisory (AI & Strategy)** **AI Strategy and Operations Leader** Devika has more than 20 years of experience in strategy, operations, and commercial leadership across organisations including AWS, IBM, Avanade, and Schneider Electric. Her work focuses on connecting AI initiatives with customer needs, operational priorities, and measurable outcomes. ### Stan **Head of Engineering, Kindling (AirTree Portfolio)** **Former Principal Software Engineer, McKinsey** Stan has experience in software engineering, engineering leadership, and product development. He currently leads engineering at Kindling and previously worked as a Principal Software Engineer at McKinsey. ## šļø Event Schedule **5:15 PMā5:30 PM** ā Check-in, food and networking **5:30 PMā5:40 PM** ā Welcome and speaker introduction **5:40 PMā7:00 PM** ā Speaker sessions **7:00 PMā7:30 PM** ā Live Q&A and technical discussion **7:30 PM** ā Event concludes ## š Event Details š **Date:** Wednesday, 12 August 2026 ā° **Time:** 5:30 PMā7:30 PM AEST š£ļø **Language:** English š„¤ **Food and drinks:** Provided ## š Venue **Nutanix Sydney Office** Level 10, Maritime Trade Towers 201 Kent Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia ## About the Organisers ### ā JR Academy Founded in August 2017 and headquartered in Brisbane, Australia, JR Academy is a technology education company providing international students and the Chinese-speaking community with IT training, career development and employment-related services. Through its media network, online learning platform and career platform, JR Academy provides integrated access to education, employment information and professional development opportunities. Beginning with IT and business training programmes, JR Academy has continued to expand its impact across Australiaās international student community and has helped 6,000 students secure job offers. By using technology to empower education, JR Academy aims to make the overseas study and career journey more efficient, accessible and clearly structured. ### ā KSUG.AI ā A Global AI and Cloud-Native Technology Community [KSUG.AI](http://KSUG.AI) (Kubernetes & AI User Group) is one of the largest and most active global communities focused on Kubernetes, cloud-native and AI technologies. With more than 180,000 members and followers worldwide, KSUG.AI brings together developers, engineers and technology enthusiasts to share knowledge, collaborate and grow.

From EVP & CPO of Walmart US to Advisor for MrBeast: A Chat with Jon Alferness
Tue, Aug 25, 7:30 AMSome careers shape products. Others shape industries. Join Leading the Product for an exclusive evening with [Jon Alferness](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-alferness-b193a3/) ā one of Silicon Valley's most accomplished product leaders, advisor and investor. Jon is a highly experienced technology and product leader with more than 20 years' experience in Silicon Valley and the global retail sector, including recent focus on the food and grocery sector. Across more than two decades, his career has been defined by senior executive roles delivering digital transformation and innovation at some of the world's most influential technology companies, including Google, Pinterest, Lyft and, most recently, as Executive Vice President and Chief Product Officer at Walmart US whilst a Strategic Advisor to MrBeast ā a role encompassing eCommerce, Financial Services, Health & Wellness, Merchant Tools, and Last Mile Delivery. Prior to Walmart, Jon spent 13 years at Google, where as Vice President of Product Management, he played a pivotal role in developing Google Ads across Search, Mobile, Shopping, and Travel, driving innovations that shaped the digital advertising landscape. Now, Jon's roles consist of Non Executive Director for Woolworths Group and Advisor/Investor to many companies. Hosted as an intimate Fireside Chat, with Brainmates CEO [Adrienne Tan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriennetan/) driving the fireside chat, this is a rare opportunity for the Australian product community to hear directly from someone who has operated at the highest levels of global product leadership. This will be an open, candid conversation exploring what it really takes to build enduring product organisations, lead through constant technological change, make high-stakes decisions, and develop the next generation of product leaders. We'll dive into topics including: * How product leadership has evolved across the world's biggest technology companies. * What separates exceptional product organisations from merely good ones. * Leading through AI, disruption and constant change. * Building products, teams and cultures that scale. * The lessons, mistakes and experiences that only come from operating at the very highest level. Following the fireside conversation, we'll open the floor for an audience Q&A, giving attendees the chance to ask their own questions and engage directly with one of the industry's most experienced product executives. We'll then continue the conversation over drinks and networking with Sydney's product community. **Evening timeline** 5.30 ā 6.15pm: Arrive, grab a drink, and connect 6.15 ā 7.15pm: Fireside conversation with Jon Alferness and audience Q&A 7.15 ā 8.00pm: Networking, conversation, and connection Whether you're an experienced product leader, an aspiring executive, or simply curious about how the world's best product organisations think and operate, this promises to be an evening of practical insights, honest stories, and unforgettable access. A huge shoutout to Dovetail for their gracious hosting at their Surry Hills office. We'll have light food and drinks coveredāall we ask is that you bring your curiosity, your questions, and your perspective. RSVP your spot today.

Women in Projects Australia presents: Ai in Action with Barbara Watson
Tue, Aug 18, 8:00 AMKick off 6pm for Nibbles and networking. Welcome at 6:30pm and then dive into our session. With the success of our Ai-prompt-a-thon, we have decided to do a series on Ai. We are going to start with the basics so people have a way to start, to learn how to work safely with Ai, and get outcomes that work for you! This will be a practical session, so bring your devices to practice on the night. All are welcome, but this will be especially valuable for beginners. Thank you to PMI Sydney Chapter, Escient and The Commons for your support.

The Art of Metaphor: Using Metaphor to Inspire Insight, Communication & Change
Sun, Aug 9, 9:00 AMš„Sometimes the most powerful way to create change isnāt to explain moreāitās to tell a better story. The Art of Metaphor explores how metaphor can open new ways of thinking, communicating, and understanding experience. š§ What if a metaphor could help someone see a challenge from an entirely new perspective? š©Join **Chris Collingwood** for **The Art of Metaphor**, a free MOTIVATE Community webinar exploring the fascinating role of metaphor in communication, coaching, NLP, and personal development. Discover how metaphor can help express complex ideas, invite fresh perspectives, and create conversations that go beyond straightforward explanation. š»Presented as part of After-Hours Discussion with Professional Coaches, this 1.5-hour online session offers an opportunity to explore metaphor through the lens of professional coaching and NLP. š£Whether youāre a coach, NLP practitioner, personal development enthusiast, or simply curious about how language influences the way we think, this Sunday discussion invites you to discover the possibilities hidden within metaphor. šÆ **KEY POINTS / TAKEAWAYS FOR THE AUDIENCE** Based strictly on the topic provided in the flyer, the session can be positioned around these themes: ā Explore the art and role of metaphor in human communication. ā Consider how metaphors can make complex or abstract ideas easier to understand. ā Discover how metaphor may invite new perspectives and ways of thinking. ā Explore the relevance of metaphor within coaching, NLP, and personal development conversations. ā Develop greater curiosity about the language, stories, and imagery we use to make sense of experience. š **ADDITIONAL KEY POINTS / BENEFITS** Participants may gain a deeper appreciation for how metaphor can enrich communication and create opportunities for reflection. The webinar may be particularly relevant for coaches, NLP practitioners, trainers, facilitators, leaders, and personal development enthusiasts interested in becoming more intentional with language. It also creates an opportunity to learn from and engage with Chris Collingwood within MOTIVATE Communityās professional coaching discussion format. **šABOUT THE SPEAKERš** Chris Collingwood has been involved in learning and teaching NLP since 1979. He studied with all the major early developers of NLP and, together with his partner Jules Collingwood, brought NLP co-creator Dr. John Grinder and his partner Carmen Bostic to Australia for many years. Chris and Jules designed, developed, and accredited the first government-recognized postgraduate qualification in NLP. Their graduate certificate in NLP teaches NLP from first principles, enabling students to master NLP and apply it in their own language and style. Chris has extensive experience applying NLP to learning, coaching, and organizational consulting. His recent focus has been on the thinking, behavior, and organizational patterns of successful entrepreneurs. CONTACT DETAILS šFacebook: www.facebook.com/chris.collingwood šFacebook: www.facebook.com/inspiritive/ šLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/collingwoodchris šYoutube: www.youtube.com/@InspiritiveAuNLP šWebsite: www.nlp.edu.au and https://overcomeanxiety.org/anxietytransformationpahtway ā°August 09, šššš (š¦šš»š±š®š), š.š± šš¼ššæ 5:00 PM GMT+8 China 7:00 PM GMT+10 Australia 5:00 AM GMT-4 New York 11:00 AM GMT+2 Barcelona šFor first-time attendees please scan the QR code on the flyer or click the following link to register and become part of our enriching live discussion, all at no cost: https://adriancahill.agilecrm.com/forms/6002900926529536 šZoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/86301571361 Log-in: 86301571361 Password: #motivate š Secure your spot now!

Soda Factory Tuesdays // Free Entry + Free Drink + $1 Hot Dogs
Tue, Aug 11, 9:00 AMTuesday nights get no better than at The Soda Factory! Join the guestlist for a free drink on arrival plus $8 drinks til midnight! **Make sure to show your ticket at the door to get your free drink voucher and VIP wristband for discounted drinks.** * Free entry all night * Free drink on arrival (before 10pm) * $8 drinks til midnight * $1 hot dogs * Musical bingo 7:30pm-9:30pm * DJ's from 9:30pm-late Download your free ticket: [https://tix.unhinged.party/sodatues](https://tix.unhinged.party/sodatues) **This is not an organized Meetup, just an awesome offer we have for you! Our organized Meetups are our pub crawls on Fridays and Saturdays!** *Please don't leave a negative review as we have informed you that it is not a Meetup and there won't be any host.*
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