Tech Groups and Events: Connect Over Technology with Meetup

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *TBD* **YouTube Link** TBD

AWS environments can accumulate unused and underutilized resources, making cost optimization an ongoing challenge. In this session, Girish, an AWS Community Builder, will demonstrate how he built an AI-powered AWS Cost Cleanup Advisor using Amazon Bedrock and Claude 3 Haiku. We’ll explore how the solution scans AWS resources and identifies potential cost optimization opportunities. Girish will walk through how Kiro and agentic AI workflows helped accelerate the development process. We’ll also look at the serverless architecture using AWS Lambda, Amazon EventBridge, Amazon S3, Amazon DynamoDB, and Amazon SES. The solution uses AI to analyze findings, assess risk and confidence, and provide actionable recommendations. Finally, Girish will demonstrate the solution in action and show how the AI-generated cost optimization report is delivered. The session will highlight practical ways to combine AWS serverless services, generative AI, and Kiro to solve real-world cloud operations challenges. **THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: [https://www.franklin.edu/](https://www.franklin.edu/) **DIRECTIONS** Franklin University Fisher Hall 300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 Map: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8) Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map. NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

**AI eCommerce for Entrepreneurs – Build a Store That Scales** The founders winning in eCommerce are using AI for everything — sourcing, marketing, fulfilment. This masterclass gives you the same playbook. Everyone in this session is building something. Expect real conversations about what is working and what is not. Your seat is only confirmed once you register below. Do not miss out. ### [REGISTER NOW](https://aiventurelab.org/product/AIEcommerce?city=Columbus&groupurlname=gliding-together-ice-skating-social-club&startgmtdatetime=2026-09-16T10:55:00Z) --- What you'll build: - AI-powered product research and ad creation workflows - A scalable income stream you can expand without hiring - A marketing funnel that drives traffic without manual effort The entrepreneurs building AI-powered stores today are setting themselves up for years of passive income. This is how you start.

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

New models, new tools, new frameworks—and a growing list of things you feel like you should already know. Keeping up with AI can feel like a full-time job. Join Columbus AI Engineering for a practical discussion about deciding what deserves your attention and turning that learning into useful skills. We’ll cover: * **Building T-shaped knowledge:** Develop enough breadth to understand the AI landscape, then go deep in one area where you can build real expertise. * **What to learn:** Prioritize foundational concepts and skills that remain useful as tools change. * **What to try:** Evaluate new models and tools through small, focused experiments connected to problems you actually have. * **What to ignore:** Filter out hype, distractions, and developments that aren’t relevant to your goals. * **Making it sustainable:** Build a manageable routine for finding useful information, practicing, and sharing what you learn. Whether you’re getting started with AI or already building with it, this session will help you make more deliberate choices about where to spend your time. Bring your favorite learning resources—and something you’re trying to figure out whether to learn, try, or ignore.

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://christians-in-tech.org/](https://christians-in-tech.org/) Sponsors and Partners - Improving (Venue Sponsor) - Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) - Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *TBD* **YouTube Link** TBD

Come join Women in Agile Columbus for an AI learning circle. Bring what you’ve been doing with AI in your role and be prepared to try some things together! WIA Columbus has been talking about a hands-on in-person meeting on AI for a little bit and interest was growing. To learn and support each other we invite you to this learning circle focused on practitioner examples and practical exercises. We’ll meet at CoHatch. You’ll need: * laptop * access to your ai of choice * examples if you plan to share All skill levels and roles welcome. Food and drink will not be provided but please, especially if you will be joining us directly after your work day, we welcome you to bring what you need on that regard.

✨ **Dev Days** is a global, in-person community-led initiative taking place from **September 1st - October 31st, 2026**. The series brings together developers, enthusiasts, and local tech communities to explore the power of GitHub Copilot through practical, hands-on experiences. **PLEASE REGISTER HERE**: https://luma.com/rjsq14jp ​Open to all developers, each session runs for approximately 2-3 hours and focuses on real-world workflows, hands-on activities, and workshops centered on GitHub Copilot in the Copilot app and the CLI. *​Disclaimer: this event utilizes AI credits. While the workshops can be completed with Copilot Free, it will take up a large amount of those credits, so ensure you're preserving them where it makes sense, knowing you'll be attending this event* ​Code of Conduct ​We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants. Please review the event Code of Conduct before attending. ​👉 Event Code of Conduct: https://github.com/github/dev-days/blob/main/EVENT_CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md **LOCATION:** 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 **FREE PARKING:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017

Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration! This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired. **New to electronics or curious about tinkering?** You’re absolutely welcome. If you’re a beginner and want to experiment, I’ll have a couple of starter kits available so you can try things out—whether that’s blinking your first LED, putting something on a display, or experimenting with simple sensors. No pressure and no experience required—just an interest in learning and building. While we continue to pursue a more permanent venue for this Meetup, we’ll be using public library facilities based on availability.

**Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). This month John Lairson will provide a lightning talk about what types of data are available in Yahoo Finance for public consumption, and Jessica Woods will give a presentation about her AI Agents. We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com

Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to: * develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment * share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other * learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas ***NOTE:*** Pre-registration is required for this event. **Please arrive 10 minutes early** to check in at the security desk.

**[VS Code Documentary] Watch Party** Erich Gamma once called VS Code an overnight success 10 years in the making. Those 10 years were pretty eventful. Before becoming one of the most widely used developer tools in the world, VS Code started with a small team building online developer tools out of Zurich, called itself Monaco, then Visual Studio Online Monaco, then Ticino (because why not?), became a desktop editor, went open source, became an ecosystem in its own right, went back to the browser, and helped establish a whole bunch of open protocols along the way. And just when it felt like the hard part was done, AI happened. This is the story of how VS Code got here, told by the people who built it and the developers who helped shape it. And now, how it's adapting once again as AI changes what a code editor can be. **LOCATION:** 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 **FREE PARKING:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017

DevOps Columbus is hosting an event for DevOps industry professionals as well as those interested in DevOps. Come to talk, meet new people with like-interests, have food, and enjoy the time together. Join us for pizza, drinks, and networking @ Improving's office. Doors open at 5:45.

***\*\*GUESTS MUST REGISTER THROUGH PMI CENTRAL OHIO: https://www.pmicoc.org/2026pdd\*\**** # About Professional Development Day PMICOC's Professional Development Day (PDD) is the pinnacle event for project management professionals in Central Ohio. It offers a curated agenda of keynote presentations, breakout sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities, all designed to enhance skills and knowledge. ​ We welcome over 600 project professionals from a variety of industries like Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals, Technology & IT Services, Consulting & Professional Services, Government & Public Services, Engineering & Manufacturing, Education, Financial Services, and Banking. Whether you're a seasoned expert or new to the field, PDD promises a day of growth, inspiration, and valuable connections. Join us to expand knowledge, sharpen skills, and build lasting relationships while discovering how maximizing project success can elevate our world. **Agenda-at-a-Glance** 7:30AM - Registration Opens, Breakfast & Networking 8:00AM - Opening Remarks 8:30AM - Keynote: Susan Powter 'STOP THE INSANITY' 9:45AM - Noon - Breakout Sessions NOON - Lunch 1:00PM - Keynote: Melissa Boggs 'Hidden Cultures: Why good organizations stay stuck' 2:15-4:30PM - Breakout Sessions 4:30PM - Event Concludes **Learn More & REGISTER NOW**: [https://www.pmicoc.org/2026pdd](https://www.pmicoc.org/2026pdd)

Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration! This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired. **New to electronics or curious about tinkering?** You’re absolutely welcome. If you’re a beginner and want to experiment, I’ll have a couple of starter kits available so you can try things out—whether that’s blinking your first LED, putting something on a display, or experimenting with simple sensors. No pressure and no experience required—just an interest in learning and building. While we continue to pursue a more permanent venue for this Meetup, we’ll be using public library facilities based on availability.

**Hello Columbus!** **The community is buzzing and growing well. We are thrilled to bring our next BrowserStack QA Meetup on Thursday, September 17th!** We are creating a space for deeper insights, meaningful connections, and a vibe you won't want to miss. **What to expect:** * **Connect:** Network with Columbus' top engineering and QA minds. * **Learn:** Real-world tactics and trends you can use immediately. * **Enjoy:** Food, drinks, and great community spirit. **Agenda** * **Concept to Live Site: A Hands-On Cloudflare MVP Workshop, [Bob Fornal](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rfornal/)** **RSVP Essential:** Space is limited, and we want to ensure a great experience for everyone. **RSVP now to secure your spot!** 📍 **Venue:** Leading EDJE, 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 📍 **Free Parking:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017 📅 **Date & Time:** September 17, 6:00 PM **Stay Connected!** Want to continue the conversation beyond the meetup? Join our **BrowserStack Discord Server** to get updates, connect with fellow QA professionals, and be part of an ongoing discussion. **Don’t miss out—click below to join!** 🔗 [\[](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[Join the BrowserStack Discord Server](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[\]](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW) **A Few Notes:** ✅ This is an **in-person event** ✅ **RSVP does not guarantee a seat** – A confirmation email will be sent one day before the event. **TALK ABSTRACT:** Got an idea and a weekend? This hands-on workshop shows you how to go from a blank repository to a live, working MVP using Cloudflare's edge platform; no server provisioning, no DevOps rabbit holes, no waiting on cold starts. We'll build a real, functioning application from scratch using Cloudflare Workers for compute, D1 for relational data, KV for fast key-value storage, and Pages for the frontend. We'll wire up auth, a database-backed API, and a deployed UI in a single session. Along the way, you'll learn the patterns that make Cloudflare a serious platform for early-stage products: instant global deployment, pay-per-use pricing that costs pennies at MVP scale, zero cold-start latency, and a local dev loop (wrangler dev) that feels as fast as your ideas. By the end, you'll have a deployed, shareable MVP and (more importantly) a reusable mental model and starter template for spinning up your next idea in hours, not weeks. Bring a laptop and a Cloudflare account; we'll do the rest together. Prerequisites: Basic JavaScript/TypeScript familiarity; no prior Cloudflare experience required.

This meetup is a hands-on workshop on Unity's Data-Oriented Tech Stack - the Job System, Burst, and ECS. Instead of slides or theory-heavy lectures, we build the same game three times and watch the frame time drop each pass. The format is structured but interactive. You'll see a short demo of each idea, then write the code yourself with guidance, and we'll compare numbers before moving on. By the end you'll have a top-down arena running 5,000 enemies, and you'll know which of the two performance problems each DOTS piece actually solves. **What to Expect:** * Build one game three ways: plain MonoBehaviours, then jobs plus Burst, then full ECS * Profile each version yourself and see where the time goes * The Job System, Burst, Collections, and Mathematics, what each is for and when to reach for it * Entities, components, and systems, plus baking and sub scenes * No prior DOTS experience required; comfort with C# is enough * Checkpoint files provided if you fall behind * Resources for continued learning All experience levels are welcome. Whether you've never installed the Entities package or just want to fill gaps in your knowledge, this is a supportive space to learn by doing. **Food and drinks provided. Bring a laptop with Unity 6 installed. Join us to learn, build, and make things go fast.**

NFT's are here to stay folks! This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more. **PLUS** This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.

Join us for Bytes & Boards First Thursdays at the Forge: \- fully hosted happy hour and your choice of food selections 5\-7PM at the Forge Tavern\, Columbus\. \- multiple game hosts ready to teach you fun board games or feel free to watch and join in when ready\! \- You can’t lose\! All of your friends are already coming\! Seriously\! If they aren’t coming yet- remind them! Everyone in IT careers around Columbus and any of their friends are WELCOME! We’re fully backed by harness.io- with the goal of bringing the networking community together. ❤️ This will be ongoing First Thursdays of every month for the foreseeable future! Block your calendars now and we’ll see you soon!

**Join us at the Midwest Bitcoin Summit 2026** The Columbus Bitcoin Meetup is proud to be a sponsor of the Midwest Bitcoin Summit 2026, and we want to invite everyone to join us for what is expected to be the largest Bitcoin-only event ever held in the Midwest. Taking place September 23-24, 2026, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, the Midwest Bitcoin Summit will bring together thousands of Bitcoiners, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, miners, developers, and newcomers for two days of learning, networking, and collaboration focused entirely on Bitcoin. The summit is expected to feature over 100 speakers, more than 100 exhibitors, and over 5,000 attendees from across the country, making it one of the premier Bitcoin events of the year. **Special Discount for Columbus Bitcoin Meetup Members and Guests** As part of our efforts to help raise awareness for the summit, attendees will receive **21% OFF** their ticket purchase by using promo code: **COLUMBUS** Simply enter the code during checkout to receive your discount. [PURCHASE TICKETS WITH PROMO CODE ALREADY APPLIED](https://tickets.midwestbtc.com/affiliate/columbusbitcoinmeetup/event/midwest-bitcoin-summit-2026/?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=columbus) **Stop by Our Booth!** As an official sponsor of the event, the **Columbus Bitcoin Meetup will have a booth in the Expo Hall**, and we'd love to meet you in person. Whether you've attended one meetup or have been with us since the beginning, be sure to stop by our booth, say hello, meet other members of the community, and learn more about what we've been building here in Central Ohio since 2020. Our meetup has grown into one of the most active Bitcoin communities in the Midwest, hosting regular educational and social events focused on Bitcoin adoption, self-custody, mining, economics, energy, and financial freedom. We're excited to represent our community at the summit and connect with Bitcoiners from across the region. **Why Attend?** * Hear from over 100 Bitcoin-focused speakers * Connect with thousands of Bitcoiners from across the Midwest and beyond * Explore the Expo Hall featuring leading Bitcoin companies and organizations * Learn about mining, self-custody, Lightning, economics, energy, policy, and adoption * Meet entrepreneurs, builders, educators, and industry leaders * Discover new opportunities to get involved in the Bitcoin ecosystem * Support the continued growth of Bitcoin education and community in Ohio The Columbus Bitcoin Meetup is helping promote this event because we believe it will be an incredible opportunity for both newcomers and longtime Bitcoiners to learn, connect, and strengthen the Bitcoin community throughout the Midwest. We hope you'll join us for this historic event—and don't forget to stop by the Columbus Bitcoin Meetup booth and say hi! Get your tickets today and we'll see you at the Midwest Bitcoin Summit! [VISIT THE OFFICIAL SITE OF THE MIDWEST BITCOIN SUMMIT](https://www.midwestbtc.com)

# 🔥 MIDWEST BITCOIN SUMMIT KICK OFF PARTY! 🔥 **Columbus Bitcoin is kicking off Midwest Bitcoin Summit week — and you're invited!** Before the Midwest Bitcoin Summit takes over Columbus, we're bringing the community together for a special **Kick Off Party** at **The Daily Etcetera**. 📅 **Tuesday, September 22, 2026** ⏰ **6:00 PM – 10:00 PM** 📍 **The Daily Etcetera** **702 S High St, Columbus, OH 43206** Whether this is your **first Bitcoin meetup** or you've been stacking sats for years, come spend the evening with Bitcoiners from Columbus and visitors arriving from across the Midwest. This isn't a presentation or a conference session. It's a chance to grab a drink, meet people, exchange ideas, share stories, make new connections, and get the energy going before two huge days of Bitcoin begin. ### ⚡ WHY JOIN US? 🤝 **Meet Bitcoiners** Connect with members of the Columbus Bitcoin community and Bitcoiners coming into town for the Summit. 🎙️ **Hear Great Ideas** Talk Bitcoin, mining, self-custody, Lightning, economics, technology, adoption, entrepreneurship—or whatever part of Bitcoin interests you. 🧠 **Share Knowledge & Stories** New to Bitcoin? Come ask questions. Been here for years? Come share what you've learned. 🎉 **Celebrate the Bitcoin Movement** No formal agenda. No pressure. Just good people, great conversations, and a community excited about Bitcoin. ## THEN… THE MIDWEST BITCOIN SUMMIT! The party is only the beginning. The **Midwest Bitcoin Summit 2026** takes place **September 23–24 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center**, bringing Bitcoiners, builders, entrepreneurs, educators, miners, companies and industry leaders together in the heart of Ohio. The Summit is expecting **5,000+ attendees, 100+ speakers and 100+ exhibiting companies** for two full days dedicated to Bitcoin. And **Columbus Bitcoin will be there!** We're proud to help welcome the wider Bitcoin community to our city and represent the community we've been building right here in Central Ohio. ### 🎟️ DON'T HAVE YOUR SUMMIT TICKETS YET? We've got you covered. **Save 21% on your Midwest Bitcoin Summit tickets with Columbus Bitcoin's promo code:** ### **COLUMBUS** 👉 **Get your tickets:** https://midwestbtc.com/ Use promo code **COLUMBUS** when purchasing your tickets to receive **21% OFF**. So grab your Summit tickets, then come hang out with us Tuesday night before the conference doors open Wednesday morning. **Meet Bitcoiners. Hear great ideas. Share knowledge. Make connections.** ### HYPERBITCOINIZATION STARTS HERE. **DON'T MISS IT! ⚡₿** RSVP and join us September 22. **Columbus Bitcoin** Education • Community • Freedom

Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to: * develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment * share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other * learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas

**Latest Dojo Location!** **Knotty Pine Brewing** 1765 W 3rd Ave, Columbus, OH 43212 We're going to try a new dojo location for a few weeks and see how it works Dojos are informal Python group study sessions where everyone interested in Python gathers to learn about Python, help others with Python, or just hang out. Everyone is welcome from Python beginners to experts. Bringing a laptop is encouraged (we'll have extension cords and power strips). If there's something you want to learn leave a comment on this invite so we can plan ahead. We're looking for speakers for our Monthly Meetups! Fill out the form if you are interested in presenting to the Python Community. https://forms.gle/ehSfUAC2WgR34Crq9

An inviting virtual gay speed dating night for singles living in Columbus, held via Zoom. We are a supportive and inclusive group where local residents connect with authentic people nearby. Look forward to brief individual conversations, organized by age group, all while relaxing in your own space. Sign up here: [Reserve your place](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=636.0&productType=onlineSpeedDatingGay&city=Columbus&groupurlname=level-up-together-mobile-gaming-social&face_v=5.0) Clicking RSVP indicates your interest. To participate in the sessions, please complete your registration at the link provided above.

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *TBD* **YouTube Link** TBD

**[https://www.thegdex.com/gamejam](https://www.thegdex.com/gamejam)** *\*\*Please note, registering for this free event does NOT subsequently register you as a jammer or a ticket to the IRL GDEX event. Please see details below\*\** Lucky number 7! It's GDEX's SEVENTH Annual GDEX Game Jam! Still online, always free to participate, we're excited to give a new group of jammers the chance to test or build their creative skills over a week of jamming fun. As always, the Jam will be held on our GDEX Discord Server with teams and channels managed by our bot [jammio.xyz](https://jammio.xyz/). **More information can be found on – GDEX Game Jam landing page:** **[https://www.thegdex.com/gamejam](https://www.thegdex.com/gamejam)** **Please Register and Submit:** Your final game on our – Itch.io page: **[https://itch.io/jam/gdex-game-jam-2026](https://itch.io/jam/gdex-game-jam-2026)** **Please Register on Discord join the chat:** With GDEX Game Jam teams on – Jammer Discord registration invite link **[here](https://discord.com/channels/728357008536764603/1539752070926827550)**. Also, be sure to join us at GDEX this year October 15th-18th: **[https://www.thegdex.com/](https://www.thegdex.com/)** **As always, if you have any questions let us know via info@thecogg.com or directly to GDEX at info@thegdex.com**

Colleagues, Please join us on **Thursday September 17** **at 12:00 noon** (eastern) for the fifth of our **Future Ohio 2076 Public Forums**, a webinar series from America 250-Ohio, in partnership with Columbus Futurists. The topic will be **“Ohio as an Energy-Rich State,” **presented by Stephen M. Millett, Ph.D. For more than two centuries, Ohio glowed as an energy-rich state that attracted businesses, mills, and factories. The energy forms, however, shifted over the years due to depletion, higher prices, new technologies and environmental concerns. Ohio went from chopping energy (forest wood) to mining it (coal), to piping it up from under the ground (natural gas and oil) to generating it (electricity). Today, Ohio faces a potential shortage of electricity to meet residential, industrial and data center demands. Ohio could regain its energy-rich status by making yet another shift, this time to *manufacturing energy* as solar panels, electric-generating windmills, advanced batteries, geothermal systems and fuel cells. The shift also involves less reliance on carbon and greater utilization of hydrogen. Such a transition would bring more industry back to Ohio with a renewed growth in the state’s population and economy. Hope you can join us on the 17th, David J. Staley, Ph.D. President, Columbus Futurists Chair, Future Ohio [http://columbusfuturists.org](http://columbusfuturists.org/) [https://davidjstaley.substack.com/](https://davidjstaley.substack.com/) 

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *TBD* **YouTube Link** TBD

AI is becoming a practical tool that is changing how organizations work, collaborate, and make decisions. But adoption looks very different from one company to another. Some organizations are embracing AI-powered solutions, while others are moving cautiously as they weigh governance, security, and risk considerations. Join this **open, interactive roundtable discussion** focused on real-world experiences with AI and Copilot across the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem. Whether you use **Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, Business Central, Customer Engagement applications, Power Platform, Microsoft 365 Copilot, or related technologies**, this conversation is for **you**. We'll discuss how organizations are approaching AI initiatives, what use cases are delivering value, and where challenges still exist. We'll also share key takeaways from AI Summit North America and hear about the Kurt J. Lesker Company's Digital Center of Excellence, which is advancing AI adoption through a focused group of AI super-users. Come prepared to share your experiences, ask questions, and learn from peers navigating this ever-evolving landscape.

Join Angelina (a contributor and maintainer from the Hiero project) to explore how CodeRabbit can assist developers throughout the software development and review process. Learn how CodeRabbit helps teams plan implementation, improve code quality, streamline reviews, and provide helpful guidance that makes development and collaboration more efficient. **Zoom Meeting Link**: [https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09](https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09) **Please note: This event is being shared with our entire global community. If you're interested in this content but can't attend the event live, feel free to sign up and we will send you a link to the recording after the meetup is over.**

**Welcome to Startup Oasis** If you are a startup founder, developer, UX designer, marketer, or anyone else in the tech ecosystem looking to start, join, or help a tech startup, this event is for you! Startup founders pitch their business or idea to the audience like on Shark Tank. Except there are no winners, and founders are not pitching for money. Instead, founders get their own breakout room to continue building, workshopping, and/or onboarding the startup with attendees. Stay inside the Startup Oasis by joining the [newsletter](https://mailchi.mp/startupoasis/meetup). This is a brand-new type of structure that has never existed before, and there is so much direct value for all parties. Startup Oasis was created to pierce the illusion of accessibility of startups and tech by creating a grassroots forum for early-stage founders to pitch to those in the tech ecosystem to get real-time feedback for their idea or business. See our [overview video ](https://youtu.be/VH11MFd3X1Q?si=eavhvdVj5oSn5RI8)for more info! **Agenda:** 1. **Introductions:** during the first 10 minutes, we will give you the history, structure, and future plans of Startup Oasis and open signups for founders that want to pitch their startups. 2. **Pitches:** each founder will then get up to 3 minutes to pitch their startup. This format is recommended: name, business, the problem, your solution, target customer base, and your biggest challenge/current need. This part is similar to Shark Tank. 3. **Breakouts:** for the remainder of the event, each founder gets a breakout room, and you can talk to the founders in greater detail their about their needs and challenges in a small group setting. This part is similar to a hackathon. Use this [link](https://lnk.bio/startup.oasis) to: * Follow us on LinkedIn * Join our community on Discord * Donate to our cause * Visit our website **FAQ:** **Is this event free to attend?** Yes - Startup Oasis will always be free for anyone to attend. If you would like to donate, you can do so directly on our [website](https://donate.stripe.com/eVa2a0dV27Nlb2ofYY). You can also talk to us about volunteer or sponsorship opportunities. **How do I sign up to pitch?** RSVP here. Right when the event starts, fill out the form and then raise your hand on Zoom. That will also determine the order. You can also buy a VIP ticket to support our cause and guarantee you a spot to pitch. To be eligible to pitch, you must be the cofounder of a technology-based startup. Agencies, consultants, coaches, MLM schemes, and nonprofits are not eligible to pitch, but you can still watch the pitches and join the breakouts. **What happens after the pitches?** The breakout groups open for the remainder of the event. Each founder gets a breakout room, and you can talk more about their business and needs with them. **Can I invite other people that I know?** Yes - please have them RSVP here or on the [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/startup-oasis-global) event listing. **How do I get the most out of this event?** * Founders - In this event, no money is awarded nor are any winners named. We are not here to critique your pitch, just to help you find teammates, cofounders, and feedback from other professionals. Make sure your pitch is 3 minutes or less and clear about what your biggest needs are. * Attendees - If you are new to startups and tech, feel free to just watch with no pressure to participate. If you are looking to join a startup or find a side project, make sure you take notes during the pitches to join the group of the founder that you're most interested in helping. Most founders need help with either developing the product or with a go-to-market strategy. **Do we meet in person?** We do this event in Atlanta, USA each month. We will visit your city in the future to do this event in person during our world tour. If you'd like to help us organize, please let us know! **Content:** We are looking for founders to be interviewed or people to interview founders for short videos. Let us know if you are interested!

Connect with Pete and Jim Friday morning to discuss your current projects! Show off your successes! Discuss future plans! Grow your community! Join us in Discord: https://discord.gg/wJhNUzUted Agenda --- Host Pete Gordon Pete has been an Internet Software fanatic for decades since Information Systems at The Ohio State and then Informatics at Northwestern, and more recently thrown into the AI/ML/NLP world after joining the Columbus Collaboratory in 2015. Beginning with IBM Watson Services and Google DialogFlow (and resisting the Hadoop Big Data hype), he has now been swept away by Large Language Models and Open… Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-columbus-presents-gdg-columbus-shots-on-goal-2026-09-25/.

**Cleveland PyLadies is hosting [Toddlers & Tech for Cleveland Tech Week!](https://luma.com/5th1ybs7) Presented by Expedient!** Cleveland PyLadies is excited to host **Toddlers & Tech**, a family-friendly networking event created to bring Cleveland’s technology community and the little people in our lives together in one space. This event is for parents, aunts, uncles, godparents, caregivers, friends, and anyone who wants to connect with the local tech community while bringing a child along. **Event Details** 📅 October 1, 2026 ⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM 📍 Little Diggers, Fairview Park **Please register through the official Luma event page:** [https://luma.com/5th1ybs7](https://luma.com/5th1ybs7) **Important:** Only guests registered through Luma will be included in the final event headcount. A Meetup RSVP alone will not count as your official registration. Toddlers & Tech is hosted by **Cleveland PyLadies** in partnership with **Cleveland Tech Week 2026**, with **Expedient as the Presenting Sponsor**. We’d love to see you there!

In today’s complex OT and ICS environments, effective cybersecurity doesn’t always mean adding more tools or layers—it often starts with simplifying what we already have. Join us for this **(CS)²AI Online™ Replay** where we explored how to **keep defense simple yet powerful**—balancing practicality, scalability, and resilience in real-world industrial environments. Learn actionable strategies that focus on what truly matters: reducing risk, improving visibility, and building sustainable security programs without unnecessary complexity. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry experts, and walk away with clear, applicable insights you can implement immediately. 👉 **[Register now](https://events.zoom.us/ev/Ag6bP_KhXtF_7xljkd9n8AV_ONjUGPcHFC9QJEoMaxb2irDaYOOE~AuPhvsABdrunZFxIyUZJsmN1nd5D9BBlAzvgxGKQTLnGNU1mneryUR0reCnVWZhGBZJGefXiEYcok7hijpte0tm2_A)** to reserve your spot and earn **1 CEU credit** for attending! ***[https://events.zoom.us/ev/Ag6bP_KhXtF_7xljkd9n8AV_ONjUGPcHFC9QJEoMaxb2irDaYOOE~AuPhvsABdrunZFxIyUZJsmN1nd5D9BBlAzvgxGKQTLnGNU1mneryUR0reCnVWZhGBZJGefXiEYcok7hijpte0tm2_A](https://events.zoom.us/ev/Ag6bP_KhXtF_7xljkd9n8AV_ONjUGPcHFC9QJEoMaxb2irDaYOOE~AuPhvsABdrunZFxIyUZJsmN1nd5D9BBlAzvgxGKQTLnGNU1mneryUR0reCnVWZhGBZJGefXiEYcok7hijpte0tm2_A)*** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Becoming a paid member is quick and easy (and helps us keep offering free educational opportunities!). Please join now! [https://www.cs2ai.org/plans-pricing](https://www.cs2ai.org/plans-pricing) All past seminars and symposiums are available to paid [CS2AI.ORG](http://cs2ai.org/) members. Check out the Resources area of our website in the Members Portal [https://www.cs2ai.org/](https://www.cs2ai.org/) Certificates for Professional Development/Continuing Education Units (PDUs/CEUs) are available for all registered individuals who attend at least one hour of the event. [https://www.cs2ai.org/get-involved](https://www.cs2ai.org/get-involved) \*Please note that (CS)²AI Online™ events are provided free of charge as educational career development content through the support of our paid members and the generous contributions of our corporate Strategic Alliance Partners. Contact information used in registering for our directly supported seminars may be shared with sponsors funding those specific events. Unless noted on our Zoom Event registration page, all events are open for direct funding support. © Control System Cyber Security Association International 2026

**[Register to save your spot!](https://ctrly.io/DcmQt )** **Event Overview** AI is transforming how healthcare and life sciences organizations discover drugs, run clinical trials, analyze data and develop new medical technologies. But innovation is also creating demand for talent that can bridge technology, science, clinical operations and regulatory requirements. This session explores where technology professionals can find opportunity across the life sciences ecosystem—and which skills can transfer from traditional tech roles into this rapidly evolving market. **What You'll Learn** * Where technology and AI are driving growth across life sciences and digital health * Why demand is shifting toward cross-functional technology + science talent * High-demand skills across clinical operations, biometrics, data, AI/ML and regulatory functions * How can tech professionals take their experience into life sciences * Emerging roles and the H2 2026 hiring and investment outlook

Join us for a discussion about the new VeltoraCore lab that is building a pair-coin, system-agnostic optimization engine that jointly coordinates user execution and LP participation in a single feasibility framework. A lightweight Proof-of-Optimization (PoO) mechanism cryptographically commits optimized batch outcomes to external system states, enabling verifiable cross-system settlement. Simulations on the ETH–USD pair show superior retained execution and materially lower user fees relative to benchmarks, while delivering liquidity-provider returns higher with reduced volatility. This is a great opportunity to talk to the developers about what they're building and to learn how to get involved if this sounds interesting. More about the VeltoraCore lab is at: [https://github.com/LF-Decentralized-Trust-labs/veltoracore](https://github.com/LF-Decentralized-Trust-labs/veltoracore) **Zoom Meeting Link**: [https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09](https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09) **Please note: This event is being shared with our entire global community. If you're interested in this content but can't attend the event live, feel free to sign up and we will send you a link to the recording after the meetup is over.**