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Our monthly Las Vegas Developers group meets at 6pm on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at Corporate Coworking. All levels of experience are welcome. We love to share knowledge and talk about the latest in programming, AI, mobile app development, and more. Every month we have a technical talk presented by members of the group. If you have a talk you'd like to share, email me Josh@RemoteDevForce.com

Speakers and topics are TBD.

RSVP now as seating is limited.

We upload talks to our YouTube channel a few days after the meetup. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVAynQyhWbBoc-pBhOuSTrg

We are looking for sponsors, speakers, freelance developers, and businesses looking to hire talent. Contact me at Josh@RemoteDevForce.com for more information.

Thanks for joining our group!

-Joshua Copeland
@OGProgrammer

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**CorporateCowork.com - a co-working community**
Choose from either of the free 1 time options below:
Day pass:

* Includes 9am-5pm access of our coworking office
* Desk with wide screen monitor
* Cold brew tap and micro brew coffee
* Privacy booths
* Creative common areas and more

Event Space:

* Pick one of our 4 event spaces options from a training room to an event space with a bar or kitchen.

Contact Tony at tkerrnaja@corporatecowork.com for more information.

**JetBrains** \- They make the best IDEs in the business\.
We give out a free 1 year JetBrains license at every meetup.

Las Vegas Developers

Joshua Copeland

Jonathan Atkins

Scott Scoble

Dillon Dao

Brendan K. Schatzki

Justin Voon

Joe L Roberts

Hector 

Nicholas Abel

Connor

anson15205

tuxracer

Dimi G

SHU Sean

Monthly Meetup @ Corporate Coworking

Corporate Coworking Las Vegas

**Note: You must be a registered member of Meetup to attend. Your registration must be your full and complete name and your name when joining the google meet must match it. New/incomplete Meetup accounts will not be permitted to attend unless you contact Josiah Davisson prior to the event to request to attend and inform why you're interested in attending.**

**Details**
Join us at the Nevada Game Developers Meetup, a vibrant gathering designed to unite game development enthusiasts, educators, and aspiring developers from across the state. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, hosted by Josiah Davisson, a Game Dev Teacher in at A-TECH HS in CCSD and Conner Torres, CEO and Founder of Dotware Games, this meetup is the perfect platform to explore, learn, and share in the dynamic world of game development.

**Who Should Attend?**

* Educators passionate about integrating game development into their curriculum.
* Students and aspiring developers eager to dive into the world of game creation.
* Industry professionals looking to connect and share insights.
* Anyone with an interest in game development, regardless of experience level.

We have amazing attendees with credits including:
Original Composer of the Elder Scrolls games
Virtual Production Artist on Percy Jackson Series and Star-Wars Skeleton Crew
Numerous Indie Developers, Artists, and more!

**Our Focus:**

* **Primary Platform: Unreal Engine**: Dive deep into the capabilities of Unreal Engine, exploring its latest features and how it's shaping the future of game development.
* **Unity Insights**: For those interested in Unity, we've got you covered too! Our experienced educators will share their knowledge and tips on Unity game development and education.
* **AI in Gaming**: Engage in discussions about the role of Artificial Intelligence in game development and how it's revolutionizing the industry.
* **New Releases & Updates in Unreal**: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements and releases in Unreal Engine, and discuss how these can be leveraged in your projects.
* **Showcase of Current Projects**: Discover what fellow developers and students are working on. This segment provides a platform for showcasing current projects, receiving feedback, and sparking collaboration.
* **Pathways to Development**: Learn how educators are guiding students to become proficient developers, ready to contribute to Nevada's growing tech and game development scene.

**Why Attend?**

* **Networking**: Connect with like-minded individuals, industry professionals, and educators.
* **Knowledge Sharing**: Gain insights from experienced developers and educators.
* **Collaboration Opportunities**: Find potential collaborators for your next project or offer your skills to others.
* **Inspiration**: Get inspired by the innovative work being done by students and professionals in the field.

Whether you're passionate about Unreal Engine, have experience in Unity, or are curious about the intersection of AI and game development, this meetup is for you. Come, be a part of a community that's shaping the future of game development in Nevada! 🎮🌟

Agenda:
**Welcome and Introduction (15 minutes)**

* Brief welcome by the host.
* Quick round of introductions from participants (name, role, interest in game development, reason for joining/what you hope to get from the meeting).

**Depending on guests interests, break out sessions may be used.**
**Discussion on Game Development in Education (15 minutes)**

* Overview of integrating game development in educational settings.
* Sharing experiences and challenges faced in teaching game development.
* Exploring the use of Unreal and Unity in the classroom.
* Q&A

**Latest Updates in Unreal Engine (10 minutes)**

* Overview of the latest Unreal Engine release.
* Discussing new features and how they can be utilized in educational projects.

**Exploring Useful Plugins for Game Development (15 minutes)**

* Sharing insights on plugins that enhance development efficiency.
* Discussing how these plugins can be integrated into classroom projects.

**Q&A Session: Resources, Strategies, and Best Practices (10 minutes)**

* Open floor for questions related to classroom resources, teaching strategies, and best practices in game development education.
* Participants share their experiences, tips, and resources.

**Current Projects and Collaborative Opportunities (20 minutes)**

* Participants briefly share their current projects or ideas.
* Discussion on potential collaboration opportunities among attendees.

**Closing Remarks and Next Steps (5 minutes)**

* Summarizing key takeaways from the meeting.
* Discussing the possibility of future meetups and topics of interest.
* Thanking participants for their contributions and insights.

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