What we’re about
Welcome to the Orlando JUG (Java User Group)!
We are a community of professionals and enthusiasts interested in all things related to Java, Java frameworks (e.g. Spring, Quarkus, etc.), Java versions, Java news, ...everything Java!
Our meetups are designed to foster learning, collaboration, and networking among like-minded individuals. Whether you are a seasoned developer or just starting out, our group offers something for everyone. Join us to expand your knowledge, share your experiences, and connect with others who are passionate about Java and software development. We look forward to meeting you at our next meetup!
Upcoming events
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Spring Meets AI: A Java Developer's Guide to LLMs
Tech Hub, 36 W. Pine St, Orlando, FL, US## Spring Meets AI: A Java Developer's Guide to LLMs
- Learn how Spring AI makes it easy for Java developers to leverage large language models without becoming ML experts.
- We'll cover the fundamentals of prompts, tokens, and model selection, plus hands-on examples of integrating AI capabilities into your Spring Boot applications.
## Format
- 6:30pm — Welcome & networking: Pizza, drinks and name tags will be provided—come hungry and ready to connect!
- 7:00pm — Get people into the auditorium.
- 7:05pm — Orlando JUG and ODevs opening remarks.
- 7:10pm — Spring Meets AI: A Java Developer's Guide to LLMs.
- 8:20pm — Q&A. Two attendees will each win an IntelliJ IDEA license!
## Speaker
- Richard Thibault is a seasoned full-stack developer and software architect who’s been building software for over 30 years. He loves working with Spring Boot to create elegant, high-performance business applications - and occasionally steps into the mobile world with iOS and Android projects. Rich is founder and president of Exquisite Loop, an Orlando-based software consulting firm. Outside of tech, Rich spends his time traveling, cooking, and jamming on guitar.
## Links
- Orlando JUG: https://www.meetup.com/orlando-jug-java-user-group/
- Richard Thibault @ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-thibault-684b97/
- Percy Vega @ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/percyvega/
## Parking
- 55 West Parking Garage: Located at 60 West Pine Street, it's a short walk to the Tech Hub.
- Flat Lot: Located on Pine Street, near the fire department, and at the corner of Garland and Central.
- Metered Parking (via ParkMobile, DTO code): are metered spots available on streets near the Tech Hub, such as Pine Street and Central Boulevard.
## Sponsors
- Orlando Devs: ODevs is a vibrant community of software developers, designers, and tech enthusiasts in the Orlando and Central Florida area, dedicated to fostering growth, collaboration, and knowledge sharing among its members.
- JetBrains: JetBrains develops a suite of developer tools, including Integrated Development Environments (IDEs), team tools, and other software designed to enhance programmer productivity and code quality.
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