Mendix Community Netherlands

We are excited to announce our very first Mendix Meetup in Zwolle! This event is a unique opportunity for developers in the region to connect, share knowledge, and explore the future of low-code development.

Our theme is "Smart Mendix Chat: Integrating AI to Automate Logic."

In this session, we will demonstrate how to move beyond traditional user interfaces by building an intelligent, conversational chat within a Mendix application. We’ll show you how to create a system that understands natural language commands to query data and trigger complex business logic.

To achieve this, we will dive into the practical integration of Mendix with a modern tech stack, including:

• External AI Services: Leveraging the power of large language models through providers like AWS, OpenAI or Gemini.
• Function Calling: A deep dive into this key technique, allowing the AI model to intelligently decide which Mendix microflow to execute based on the user's request.
• Automation Platforms: Orchestrating workflows and connecting to other systems using powerful tools like N8N and Make.com.

"We'll use a practical scenario to explore the possibilities: imagine a user asking, "Which engineers are available next Monday?" or "Create a draft schedule for the new project." We will break down the conceptual architecture of how an AI can interpret this request, trigger the correct logic in Mendix, and deliver the result."

We look forward to kicking off the Mendix community in Zwolle with you!

Location
Kobeon Office
Noordzeelaan 50, 8017 JW
Zwolle

Agenda
17:30 – 18:30 | Welcome & Pizza
18:30 – 19:30 | Smart Mendix Chat
19:30 – 20:30 | Networking & Drinks

Parking
Free parking available

Public transport
Central Station Zwolle > 5 minute walk

This Mendix Meetup combines a deep technical case with a powerful personal story — a unique blend of insight and inspiration.

🔬 Workflow Innovation in Big Pharma
In the first half of the session, we dive into a real-life enterprise use case from the pharmaceutical industry. Learn how Sopra Steria helped a global pharma company implement Mendix Workflows with runtime-configurable templates to orchestrate complex production processes — from active ingredient manufacturing to final packaging and labeling. Discover how the Mendix platform enabled seamless workflow orchestration, replacing SharePoint as the central coordination tool. We’ll show how dynamic task planning, smart “Wait for Notification” mechanisms, and extensible admin tooling led to improved traceability, scalability, and control.

🌱 The Rise of a Female Mendix Developer
In the second half, Shakira Tahya will share her personal journey from Computer Science student to full-fledged Mendix consultant. Hear how her switch to Business IT led her to Mendix, how she grew through certification and real-world client experiences, and what it means to find your place as a young woman in a team of experienced developers. Are you a young woman wondering if Mendix is the right path for you? Shakira’s story may just be the spark you need — showing how growth, grit, and guidance can turn uncertainty into opportunity.

### What You’ll Learn

• How Mendix Workflows helped a Big Pharma company streamline and govern complex operations
• The value of configurable workflow templates and task logging for scalability
• How to implement workflow orchestration in Mendix, using Mx Workflow
• Lessons learned building a native mobile app as a female junior Mendix consultant
• How coaching, certification, and client ownership accelerate personal growth
• What it means to make an impact as a young woman in the Mendix ecosystem

### Agenda

18:00 - 19:00: Dinner (for in-person attendees – don’t forget to RSVP with your dietary preferences!)
19:00 - 20:00: Presentations & Q&A
20:00 - 21:00: 🍻 Drinks & Networking

### Speakers

🎤 Cindy Ho
Medior Mendix Developer at Sopra Steria Belgium, with a strong focus on Mendix Workflow and UX. Cindy brings a sharp eye for user-centric design into highly structured process automation.

🎤 Hans Cleemput
Senior Mendix Expert at Sopra Steria Belgium. With half a decade of experience in Mendix software architecture and process optimization, Hans is known for combining deep technical insight with pragmatic delivery.

🎤 Shakira Tahya
Junior Mendix Consultant at Sopra Steria Netherlands, currently building a native app for a municipality. Shakira transitioned from software engineering to Business IT and thrives on combining technical growth with real-world impact. She is passionate about learning, building, and bridging business with IT — and she can’t wait to share her journey to inspire other aspiring developers who might be on the fence about Mendix, showing them how curiosity and courage can open doors to a meaningful career.

### About This Event

This is an in-person event hosted at the Sopra Steria office in Nieuwegein. A recording will be made available for those who can’t attend live.
Mendix Meetups are all about community, learning, and real-world experience — no sales pitches, no recruiting, just valuable insights and knowledge sharing.

Ready for the biggest Mendix event of the year, Mendix CTF 2025?
We've got you covered to ensure you're fully prepared and excited!

Blue Green Solutions, The S-unit, and Low-code Academy, official partners of Mendix Capture The Flag 2025, proudly present the Pre-Capture The Flag Meetup.

What to expect:
Lots of fun, good food and three short but powerful talks designed to equip you with the essential knowledge to capture those flags!

• The S-unit will teach you everything you need to know about hacking Mendix applications.
• Blue Green Solutions will demonstrate how to prevent hacking and effectively secure your Mendix applications.
• Low-code Academy will provide all the insights you need about CTF 2025, plus reveal secret hacking tips during an interactive quiz.

A detailed timetable will be announced soon. Event starts at 17:30 and ends at 21:30.

Location:
The S-unit
Savannahweg 71, 3542 AW Utrecht

Food, drinks, and snacks will, of course, be provided!
Spaces are limited, RSVP quickly to secure your spot and avoid missing out!

Note: This is an in-person event with no recordings.
This meetup is primarily aimed at those participating in the CTF2025 event but will also be beneficial and interesting for anyone unable to attend this year's main event.