About us
Retro Computing Basics Meetup Group is a relaxed gathering for anyone curious about the machines that started it all, from beige boxes and command lines to floppy drives and pixelated games. You do not need a collection or a computer science degree to fit in here. Curiosity is the only requirement, and plenty of us are still learning as we go.
Our meetups mix short show-and-tell sessions with open time to tinker. Someone might demonstrate booting an old system from a floppy, another might walk through what a BASIC program actually does line by line, and someone else might bring a pile of rescued hardware to poke at. We keep things hands-on and low-pressure, so asking basic questions is the whole point rather than something to avoid. If you have a machine gathering dust, bring it along; if you just want to watch and listen, that works too.
Most of all, this is a social group. We want people to swap stories, share tips, and maybe leave with a new project or a new friend who also thinks a blinking cursor is charming. Whether you grew up with these machines or are discovering them for the first time, you are welcome to pull up a chair and join the conversation.
Upcoming events
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Berlin Singles Speed Social
Zwieseler Str. 2, Berlin, DE💫 Berlin Singles Speed Social: Short Dates, Real Sparks
A friendly speed dating social where Berlin singles meet face to face on video. Each round is a few minutes with someone new from around Berlin. When the time is up the host moves everyone on, so there's never an awkward goodbye.
Register under your age group:
- Ages 18-32 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 30-46 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 40-58 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 55+ → REGISTER HERE
⚠️ RSVP is not registration. To take part, tap your age group above, sign up and take the quiz. Each session has limited places.
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🎯 Perfect for:
- Anyone new to speed dating who wants a gentle first go
- Berlin singles who'd rather talk than swipe
- Introverts who are at their best one-on-one
- Anyone who wants to see if there's a spark before meeting in person
Event Details
- Format: Hosted rounds, a few minutes per date
- Where: Zoom: your link arrives after you register
- Host: Experienced host keeping the evening relaxed
- Vibe: Easy going chats with Berlin singles
How It Works
- Register – Tap your age group above and sign up.
- Take the quiz – A short personality quiz so we can match you well.
- Check your inbox – We send the Zoom details ahead of time.
- Meet people – Rotate through quick video dates while the host keeps time.
- Match – Pick who you'd like to see again; mutual matches are shared after.
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✨ Your next great date could be one round away. 🌟 ✨1 attendee
Hamburg Singles Speed Social
Wandsbeker Königstraße 41, Hamburg, DE🎉 Singles Speed Social: Hamburg Singles, Live on Zoom
A friendly speed dating social where Hamburg singles meet face to face on video. You'll meet Hamburg singles your age in short one-on-one video dates. Our host introduces each round and keeps the timing, so all you need to do is chat.
Pick your age group and save your spot:
- Ages 18-32 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 30-46 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 40-58 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 55+ → REGISTER HERE
⚠️ RSVP is not registration. To take part, tap your age group above, sign up and take the quiz. Each session has limited places.
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🎯 Perfect for:
- Hamburg locals who want to meet people nearby
- Singles who like a hosted, structured evening
- Anyone who wants to see if there's a spark before meeting in person
- Busy people who want to meet several singles in one evening
- Introverts who are at their best one-on-one
How It Works
- Register – Tap your age group above and sign up.
- Fill in the quiz – It helps us pair you with people you'll click with.
- Get your link – Your Zoom link arrives by email before the session.
- Date – Short one-on-one rounds with Hamburg singles matched to you.
- Match – Pick who you'd like to see again; mutual matches are shared after.
Event Details
- Format: Live on Zoom: short one-on-one video dates
- Where: From home, on Zoom
- Host: Host handling the introductions and timing
- Vibe: Warm, welcoming and low pressure
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✨ Come for the chats, leave with a match or two. 💌 ✨1 attendee
Munich Singles Speed Social
Wesendonkstraße 44, Munich, DE💫 Munich Singles Speed Social: Short Dates, Real Sparks
Speed dating with the feel of a good night out, from the comfort of home. Each round is a few minutes with someone new from around Munich. When the time is up the host moves everyone on, so there's never an awkward goodbye.
Pick your age group and save your spot:
- Ages 18-32 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 30-46 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 40-58 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 55+ → REGISTER HERE
⚠️ Please register as well as RSVPing. Use the age group link above so we can match you. Spots fill up.
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🎯 Perfect for:
- Munich locals who want to meet people nearby
- Anyone new to speed dating who wants a gentle first go
- Anyone who wants to see if there's a spark before meeting in person
- Singles who like a hosted, structured evening
How It Works
- Register – Tap your age group above and sign up.
- Fill in the quiz – It helps us pair you with people you'll click with.
- Check your inbox – We send the Zoom details ahead of time.
- Meet people – Rotate through quick video dates while the host keeps time.
- Match – Pick who you'd like to see again; mutual matches are shared after.
Event Details
- Format: Hosted rounds, a few minutes per date
- Where: From home, on Zoom
- Host: Experienced host keeping the evening relaxed
- Vibe: Easy going chats with Munich singles
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✨ Register, take the quiz, and come say hello. 💬 ✨1 attendee
Stuttgart Singles Speed Social
Q3GP+J3 Stuttgart, Stuttgart, DE🫶 Stuttgart Singles Speed Social: One Evening, Lots of New Faces
A relaxed, hosted speed dating social for Stuttgart singles, held live on Zoom. Before the night we match you by age and personality with a quick quiz. On the night you rotate through short Zoom dates with Stuttgart locals, and mutual matches are shared afterwards.
Find your age group and sign up:
- Ages 18-32 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 30-46 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 40-58 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 55+ → REGISTER HERE
⚠️ Please register as well as RSVPing. Use the age group link above so we can match you. Spots fill up.
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🎯 Perfect for:
- Stuttgart locals who want to meet people nearby
- Stuttgart singles who'd rather talk than swipe
- Singles who like a hosted, structured evening
- Introverts who are at their best one-on-one
Event Details
- Format: Hosted rounds, a few minutes per date
- Where: Online on Zoom. Join from anywhere in Stuttgart
- Host: A friendly host running every round
- Vibe: Easy going chats with Stuttgart singles
How It Works
- Sign up – Choose the link for your age range above.
- Fill in the quiz – It helps us pair you with people you'll click with.
- Get your link – Your Zoom link arrives by email before the session.
- Meet people – Rotate through quick video dates while the host keeps time.
- Follow up – If the interest is mutual, we connect you after the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is each date?
A few minutes, enough to see if there's a spark.What happens afterwards?
You choose who you'd like to see again, and mutual matches are shared.---
✨ Grab a drink, open Zoom, and meet some Stuttgart singles. 💬 ✨1 attendee
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