What we’re about
Join fellow technologists to share experiences, learn from each other, and build lasting connections in a welcoming environment around code quality, security, and DevOps.
What We’re About
We strive to lead our events with Sonar Social in addition to talks, hands-on workshops, and open discussions about Sonar practices, code quality, AI, and DevOps. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting your journey, you’ll find value and friendly folks at our meetups.
Events typically include
- Technical presentations from community members with interactive sessions.
- Socializing with fellow technologists and experts.
- Complimentary food, drinks, and exclusive Sonar swag.
Get Involved
Volunteer to Give a Talk! We’re always looking for speakers to present their experiences with Sonar, security tools, or code quality practices. Speaker Form
Want to volunteer? Send an email to steve.chen@sonarsource.com, we prefer volunteers to be users (of any tier - including free) or use it at your workplace.
Send an email to steve.chen@sonarsource.com page to learn about speaking and volunteering opportunities.
What to Expect
Each meetup runs 2-3 hours in a casual, friendly atmosphere. Feel free to bring your laptop! We believe in creating a space where everyone can learn, connect, and grow together.
Our community values
- Trust and transparency
- A safe, welcoming environment for all
- Diverse perspectives and inclusive discussions
Questions? Contact steve.chen@sonarsource.com
All events are free and operate under our Code of Conduct to ensure a positive experience for everyone.
Upcoming events
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Software Social ft Sonar Navigator Faris Aziz & DigitalOcean's Amit Jotwani
Index NYC, 120 Walker St. 3rd Floor, New York, NY, USJoin us for an evening where developers (of all experience levels) can learn, share, and make friends. We’ll kick things off with quick introductions and 2 featured talks! One by a Sonar Navigator from Geneva and another on MCP with DigitalOcean's Amit Jotwani!
Afterward, we’ll have free-form networking and coding time to dive deeper into your projects.
🗓️ Schedule
6:30-6:50 PM 💡 Arrival & Welcome Grab a drink, pizza, meet fellow devs, and get settled.
6:50-7:00 PM 💬 Intro Circle Quick intros so we know who's in the room.
7:00-7:30 PM 🐋 Featured Talk: Engineering without a Safety Net with Faris Aziz
7:30-8:00 PM 🌊 Featured Talk: Model Context Protocol (MCP) with Amit Jotwani
8:00-9:00 PM 🚀 Software Social Stick around for food, drinks, and convos over code.👇Featured talks👇
7pm 🎤 Engineering Without a Safety Net: Where It Works and Where It Hurts with Sonar Navigator Faris Aziz
Testing, monitoring, observability. They're rarely urgent, often skipped, and easy to dismiss when things are moving fast. But what's the real cost of deferring them, and how much can you actually get away with? This talk explores the tradeoffs of skipping traditional engineering practices in the name of speed, and what happens when you try to layer them in after a system has already scaled. It's not about dogma or checklists, it's about pragmatism, risk, and timing.7:30pm 🎤 Model Context Protocol with DigitalOcean's Amit Jotwani
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is emerging as the essential, standardized pattern for dynamically managing, prioritizing, and encoding the input stream for any modern LLM. We will break down the MCP specification, walk you through its practical implementation, and demonstrate how to architect robust, cost-effective, and scalable LLM backends.Additionally, we’ll have a Software Social: an open, casual social to work on projects, chat with fellow devs, or just relax over drinks and food. Bring a laptop if you want to code or demo something, but no pressure if you just want to mingle and grab some food.
Sound good? RSVP now to save your spot - can’t wait to see you there!
Get involved 🙋 Do you want to speak at a future meetup? Do you have a cool DevOps project you’d like to share? Send us a message at steve.chen@sonarsource.com for details on how to give a talk.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions ❓
- I won't be available immediately, can I show up later? We’re flexible about the time you show up. If you plan to arrive 1 hour or more late, check for directions on the front door or in the event comments section.
- Can I bring a guest? Of course - be sure to have them RSVP so we can accommodate seating and food!
- Do I need a laptop? Ideally, but not mandatory. The primary focus is on building community and connections amongst the Sonar community. Hence why we emphasize socializing and connection. You'll have a great time regardless!
- I'm new to coding, is this a good place to start? Of course! Sonar is a language agnostic tool thatf helps you code better in the age of AI. Although some words may sound scary, we strive to create a friendly environment for all skill levels and backgrounds.
More Questions? Contact steve.chen@sonarsource.com
❤️ Looking forward to meeting you! - Steve Chen
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Past events
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