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**Important:** * Please sign up on the following website to complete your sign up: https://uxdx.com/community/community-barcelona-2026-04-21/ An in-person series of meetups focused on helping product & engineering teams in Copenhagen bridge the gap between UX, Product, Design, and Dev, and to build better products faster, together. **Agenda:** 18:30 - 19:00 Opening and registration 19:00 - 19:15 Welcome from the UXDX Ambassadors and Manychat 19:15 - 19:45 Talk 1: [Glòria Langereo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/glorialangreo/), Senior Design Director at GitHub 19:45 - 20:15 Talk 2: [Greg Kozakiewicz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkozakiewicz/), Director of Design at Oracle 20:15 - 20:45 Closing and networking ## **✨ Talks** **Talk by Glòria Langreo - What Breaks When AI Hits Real Product Workflows** A talk focused on the things that do not work smoothly in practice yet, like undocumented internal APIs, weak documentation, messy systems, and the gap between AI hype and what teams can actually use day to day. **Talk by Greg Kozakiewicz - Fast is Easy. Coherent is Hard.** Ai is making it faster and cheaper to build than ever before but speed without coherence is how products fall apart. This talk explores what actually changes for designers and design leaders when Ai enters the workflow at scale: not the tools, but the judgment, the responsibility, and the systems needed to keep products from fragmenting under velocity pressure. Using design systems as a concrete anchor, the talk makes the case that the designer's role isn't shrinking, it's shifting upstream, toward the decisions that Ai can't make on its own. Practical, honest, and beyond the hype. ## **About UXDX** UXDX helps teams shift from project based delivery to empowered, autonomous product teams. We host global conferences and over 150 free community events each year, bringing together UX, Product, Design and Development practitioners to share how real teams build better products faster.

NEW MEMBERS: REMEMBER TO SEND US YOUR EMAIL TO BARCELONAWRITERS@GMAIL.COM IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY DONE SO!! You need to read the submissions! Working on a novel or short story? Get feedback from other writers, find motivation to meet your deadlines, and bemoan the difficulties of the writer's life with like-minded people. We will discuss up to two submissions of 3,000 words at this event. Submissions will be sent out a few days in advance. Please come with the pieces read. New here? Wonderful! But come to a session before you submit, to see what we're all about and how we do things. Please email submissions (3,000 words max.) to barcelonawriters@gmail.com

Este taller es un espacio de aprendizaje y búsqueda creativa. La idea es acompañar procesos personales e ir aprendiendo técnica. Vemos obras de artistas. Un espacio para indaga en nuestro estilo personal. Materiales incluidos. 20 euros la clase/ 60 el mes

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¡Nueva sesión de charlas en Software Crafters Barcelona! No te pierdas estas dos charlas que estamos preparando, y un buen rato de networking, gracias a nuestro host, [Fotocasa Group](https://www.linkedin.com/company/inactivo-fcgroup). **📅 Agenda** * 18:00-18:15. Check-in. * 18:15-18:30. Bienvenida de [Fotocasa Group](https://www.linkedin.com/company/inactivo-fcgroup). * 18:30-19:15. De side project a producto, el camino que nadie cuenta con [Andrés Álvarez](https://www.linkedin.com/in/aalvarezsordo/) (charla en castellano). * 19:15-20:00. The Hardest Part of Software Isn't the Code with [Wellyson Freitas](https://www.linkedin.com/in/wellyfrs) (talk in english). * 20:00-21:00. Networking. **🙇‍♀️ Facilitan** * [Andrés Álvarez](https://www.linkedin.com/in/aalvarezsordo/) Staff Front-End Engineer en Adevinta Spain. Crear side projects es fácil, especialmente hoy en día con la IA, convertirlos en algo que la gente pague, no tanto. En esta charla te contaré mi recorrido real: dudas, fracasos, aprendizajes y pequeños aciertos que terminaron en primeras ventas. Una historia real para quienes quieren dejar de construir en el vacío y empezar a generar impacto (y dinero). * [Wellyson Freitas](https://www.linkedin.com/in/wellyfrs) Software engineer with experience building and operating systems in fintech environments such as Revolut and N26, focusing on complex integrations and real-world constraints. Writing code has never been easier, but building the right system is not. Engineers still face challenges like understanding unclear problems, collaborating across teams and organisations, aligning on decisions, and evolving systems under real-world constraints. This talk explores where this complexity comes from in practice and how to navigate it more effectively, focusing on the parts of software engineering that go beyond just writing code. **🏢 Dónde** Fotocasa Group: Ciutat de Granada\, 150\, Planta 9\,
08018 Barcelona \| [https://maps.app.goo.gl/PazWEktvTuHPaazh7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/PazWEktvTuHPaazh7) *Si tenéis problemas para llegar o acceder, contactad a través de comentarios en el meetup.* Queremos agradecer a nuestro sponsor, [Fotocasa Group](https://www.linkedin.com/company/inactivo-fcgroup) 🙌, por facilitarnos el espacio, snacks y refrescos 🍲 🍕 🍴🥤🧃 ¡Nos vemos allí!

**Invitation** **We are the instruments.** A participatory, improvised, embodied practice that reconnects us to one another through rhythm, voice, and play. This is a guided yet fully improvised experience, using the facilitation tools and methods of [Musica do Circulo](https://www.musicadocirculo.com/en). No prior experience is required, only an openness to connect with other humans in your own fun, light and authentic way. Circle songs are an invitation into a fully immersive, fully improvised musical experience using vocals, body percussion and movement. It draws inspiration from musical embodied rhythm practices from around the world, including call-and-response singing, rhythmic clapping games and circle song traditions. *"We are doing something that is so human and so needed, something that we've forgotten." - Igor, circle participant May 2025* Simply by standing in a circle and connecting with our bodies as our instruments, we are reminded that we can find joy and meaning right here in this present moment, and in the next. **This event is donation-based. What does this mean?** It means pay if and what you can, so that everyone can join. It also means spreading the word and bringing your friends to keep this going strong! If you think your company, organisation, team, or event could benefit from a similar experience — please reach out. That's how we sustain it in the long run. **Doors close at 18.45** [Join the WhatsApp community](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IEKLeWAAIxP0I2MFUaSP1c?mode=gi_t) to contact the organisers and stay up to date on all circles! **About Matteo (facilitator):** Matteo is a creative facilitator who uses embodied practices — music, theatre, play — to spark connection and joy. He has spent the last seven years working with Greenpeace and organising the Climate Justice Camps, a global gathering of thousands of young people from around the world. He is a trained Música do Círculo leader*.* *[www.matteodevos.com](http://www.matteodevos.com)*

🌿 Este domingo tienes un plan diferente para parar un poco… y charlar de cosas que de verdad importan **Cada mes organizo encuentros de crecimiento personal.** Saco el desarrollo personal de los lugares "especiales" o de las salas de terapia. Y lo traigo a lo cotidiano, al día a día. **Es un espacio cercano, distendido, donde puedes venir tal y como estás.** **Sin postureo. Sin presión.** Hacemos dinámicas sencillas, compartimos, nos reímos… y poco a poco van saliendo conversaciones interesantes, de las que normalmente no tienes en el día a día. Es una forma muy bonita de conocer gente nueva, con inquietudes parecidas. Se suelen crear amistades y contactos de forma muy orgánica.🌱 **Y sí, hay desayuno ☕🥐** Porque todo se siente mejor con un café de por medio. **Vente y pasa una mañana distinta.** **Conectando contigo y con los otros :)**

**Join Us for a Product Design Networking Meetup at Barcelona!** Are you passionate about product design? Looking to connect with fellow designers, share ideas, and showcase your latest work? Then this is the event for you! Enjoy a relaxed evening of networking with some minds in the industry while sipping on craft beers from Brewdog. Whether you're an experienced product or design person or just getting started, this is a great opportunity to exchange ideas, find inspiration, and build valuable connections. Come prepared to share! Join our WhatsApp Group at: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/LwFwk4uQTLw526t9mNdMtG](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LwFwk4uQTLw526t9mNdMtG)

### Sesiones de creación de contenido **Fotografía & moda en entorno editorial** Las sesiones de creación de contenido en La Clandestina están diseñadas para profesionales de la fotografía y la moda que buscan elevar su portafolio y generar material con estética editorial. Cada jornada ofrece distintos sets cuidadosamente diseñados dentro del espacio, junto a modelos profesionales y una dinámica colaborativa que permite maximizar resultados en un entorno creativo y bien curado. Más allá de la producción de contenido, estas sesiones fomentan el networking entre perfiles del sector, generando conexiones reales y oportunidades de colaboración a futuro. Un espacio pensado para crear, conectar y potenciar tu trabajo creativo. *** ### Formato de la sesión * Duración: 1 jornada (4–6 horas) * Modalidad: sesión guiada con sets definidos * Sets: 2–3 espacios diferentes dentro de La Clandestina (interior y/o exterior) * Rotación: equipos rotativos por set para maximizar la variedad de contenido *** ### ¿Qué te llevarás? * Material fotográfico con estética editorial * Contenido variado en distintos sets * Experiencia de trabajo en entorno profesional * Nuevos contactos dentro del sector creativo * Posibilidades de colaboración futura *** ### 📅 Información práctica 📍 La Clandestina (Poblenou, Barcelona) 🗓 Viernes 25 de abril ⏰ De 10h a 14h 💸 Precio: 60 € – 120 € (según formato y recursos incluidos) 👥 Cupos limitados 📩 Inscripciones: hola@laclandestinadepoblenou.org

Join us monthly for a creative gathering of designers, design researchers, and AI innovators. This networking event unites professionals passionate about user experience, design methodologies, research insights, and AI-powered design tools to share knowledge, exchange perspectives, and build meaningful connections. Our collaborative atmosphere offers an ideal space to discuss design challenges, explore research methodologies, and discover how AI is transforming the design landscape. Whether you're looking to expand your professional circle, gain insights on emerging design practices, or explore the intersection of human-centered design and artificial intelligence, this monthly meetup is your creative hub. Expect inspiring conversations, practical insights, and opportunities to connect with fellow design professionals who are pushing boundaries and redefining what's possible through thoughtful design, rigorous research, and innovative AI applications.

**OFFICIAL REGISTER 12€** [https://luma.com/oi706ky7 ](https://luma.com/oi706ky7 ) Join us for an interactive event that blends learning, action, and connection. This session offers hands-on workshops and training designed to help you innovate sustainably using nature-inspired design and circular economy principles. **What to expect:** Brief training session: Why Not Sustainable, Think Differently and SoulFood ForestFarms, will share tools, tips, and tricks to nature-inspired design. Hands-On Activities: Dive into one of the group exercises, including: * *Escaping the Waste is an escape room where you solve real problems, apply circular economy, and learn how to turn waste into an opportunity. You will also get to take home a treat!* * *Syntropic Puzzle Game* is a fun yet enlightening activity that guides you through the core principles of syntropic agriculture and regenerative agroforestry systems design. You'll discover nature's collaborative power to yield abundant, healthy food while restoring ecosystems services. * *Experimenting with Patterns* is a two-fold activity, involving taking inspiration from patterns to solve challenges, and experimenting with placement to explore creative and innovative tools to shift perspectives, and drive innovation. Networking: We will end the session connecting over snacks, and drinks. Perfect for: Those interested in how nature-inspired design and circular thinking can unlock innovation, and leave with actionable ideas to make a difference. Spaces are limited—reserve your spot today!

### Taller de lámparas de papel **Con Carolina Lizana Lamarca** Descubre el arte de transformar el papel en luz. En este workshop aprenderás a explorar el material de forma experimental, descubriendo sus posibilidades a través de la textura, la forma y la luz. Manipularás el papel con distintas técnicas para diseñar y crear tu propia lámpara única. No necesitas experiencia previa, solo curiosidad y ganas de crear con tus manos. Al final del taller, te llevarás una pieza personal que iluminará tu espacio y tu proceso creativo. *** ### ¿Qué haremos en el workshop? * Presentación de distintos tipos de papel, sus características y usos * Exploración de técnicas como plegado, arrugado y plisado * Experimentación guiada con el material * Desarrollo de una pieza personal: escultura o lámpara lumínica Los participantes tendrán la oportunidad de familiarizarse con el material y luego expresarse libremente, creando una obra única que podrán llevar consigo. *** ### ¿Qué aprenderás? * Técnicas de manipulación del papel * Cómo combinar textura, forma y luz * Desarrollo de un objeto artístico funcional * Exploración creativa desde la experimentación *** ### ¿Qué te llevarás? * Una lámpara o escultura lumínica propia * Nuevas herramientas para experimentar con materiales y luz * Conocimientos prácticos para seguir creando en casa * Experiencia artística y sensorial con un material versátil *** ### 📅 Información práctica 📍 La Clandestina (Poblenou, Barcelona) 🗓 Sábado 25 de abril ⏰ De 10h a 14h 💸 Precio: 50€ por participante( Materiales incluidos) ✂️ Traer: cúter/cartonero, tijeras, paño y recipiente para agua 📩 Inscripciones: hola@laclandestinadepoblenou.org *** ### Imparte **[Carolina Lizana Lamarca](https://www.instagram.com/tallerlizo/)** es licenciada en Artes Plásticas con especialización en pintura (Universidad Finis Terrae, Santiago de Chile) y experta en maquillaje de cine y efectos especiales. Tras 15 años de trabajo internacional en Barcelona, Nueva York, Los Ángeles y Londres, Carolina se ha orientado hacia la pintura para museos de Historia Natural y la creación de esculturas y lámparas lumínicas en papel. Su práctica explora la relación entre materialidad, luz y atmósfera, inspirándose en tradiciones ancestrales, especialmente japonesas, donde el papel y la luz se combinan para generar sensaciones de calidez, contemplación y belleza.

**Looking for a cozy, creative experience in Barcelona?** Join us at HUMAN Art Café for a special Sant Jordi edition, where we celebrate books, small gifts, and handmade details. This is not a traditional art class. It’s a relaxed, guided creative session where you’ll design your own bookmark and book strap, something you can wear, use daily, or gift to someone special. ### **What you’ll do** • Design and create your own bookmark • Create a custom book strap (to carry your book on your shoulder) • Choose your colors, textures, and style, minimal, playful, expressive, or elegant • Follow gentle prompts if you need inspiration (or create freely) ### **What’s included** • All materials (paper, straps, textures, colors, tools) • A warm, cozy, beautifully curated space • Tea, coffee, music, and a relaxed atmosphere • Your handmade bookmark + book strap to take home 📅 Date: 23 April at 19:00 🕰 Duration: \~1.5–2 hours (flexible, no rush) 💶 Price: 20€ No pressure. No perfection. Just a quiet moment to create something small, personal, and meaningful. A space where art is accessible to everyone. No experience needed ;)

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

AI is changing how art is made. But when does it stop being your work and start being the machine’s? This month we're going to be doing a panel with with digital image, music, and written word artists, talking about at what point, while using AI in the creation process, does the work become not the artist creation? We encourage audience participation during this event that will be moderated by Chris Slee. Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus. Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services) Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/55umjqta)

Let’s meet and share our thoughts about Carson McCullers’ novella, The Ballad of The Sad Café.

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Join us for a Fun Friday event as we get together to see the long-awaited sequel to the 2006 original, THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2! Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci all return for this follow-up that finds the former assistant is now a rival! Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follow’s Miranda Priestly's struggle against Emily Charlton, her former assistant turned rival executive, as they compete for advertising revenue amidst declining print media. The film is directed by David Frankel and written by Aline Brosh McKenna (who wrote/directed the 2006 original). It stars returning cast members Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci along with newcomers Justin Theroux and Kenneth Branagh. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9HXmMnUEdE PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 30 minutes before showtime. Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but early arrival is advised. Be sure to mention you’re with the Movie Group for admission/concession discounts. And make this a true Fun Friday by joining us after the show for the best part of the night – food and drinks at the nearby Rusty Bucket! Complete details, including showtime, will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Should be a fun one, Dan

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