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Hck4G-0x12 From-Hacker-to-Defender - Real Cybersecurity Career Insight
## **Hck4G#0x12 – Event Details**
!!**Register here:** https://events.humanitix.com/hck4g-0x12-from-hacker-to-defender-what-real-cyber-security-jobs-actually-look-like
From Hacker to Defender – What Real Cyber Security Jobs Actually Look Like
A cyber security meetup for the community, by the community.
Hck4G is an initiative focused on ethical pathways, real-world skills, and building defenders who understand context not just tools.
This session is designed for students, early-career professionals, career switchers, and anyone questioning what cyber security roles actually look like beyond CTFs, hacking challenges, and online stereotypes.
📅 **Event Information**
Date: 21 January 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM AEST
Location: Building 80/435-457 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 300
Cost: Free (registration required)
Catering: Food and drinks provided
🌍 **Livestream Watch Parties**
Ghana
Nigeria
(Livestream links will be shared with registered attendees 24 hours before the event)
**Talk**
**From Hacker to Defender – What Real Cyber Security Jobs Actually Look Like**
This talk cuts through the noise around cyber security careers.
Rather than focusing on exploits, tools, or certifications alone, this session explores:
* What day-to-day cyber security roles actually involve.
* How technical skills translate into defensive, advisory, and architectural roles
* The difference between lab-based learning and real organisational decision-making
* Why judgement, communication, and ethics matter more than raw technical ability
* How to think long-term about a sustainable career in cyber security
This is a grounded, honest conversation about the industry; what it is, what it isn’t, and how to navigate it responsibly so you can win in 2026.
👤 **Speaker Bio – Jason Breytenbach**
Jason is a cyber security professional with over 25 years of experience spanning security architecture, operations, consulting, and managed services. He has worked across deeply technical, advisory, and customer-facing roles, helping organisations make practical, risk-based security decisions in complex environments.
With a background that bridges hands-on networking and security engineering, strategy, and communication, Jason is passionate about helping people understand what cyber security really looks like beyond tools and hacking challenges. His focus is on ethical pathways into the industry, human-centred security, and developing the judgement and thinking skills that matter over the long term.
At Hck4G#0x12, Jason will share real insights into cyber security careers, how technical interests evolve into real-world roles, and what aspiring professionals should prioritise as they build their path into the industry.
💻**Hands-On Workshop -Powered by [CyLynk.com](http://CyLynk.com)**
Practical Foundations: OvertheWire (Bandit) Challenges
To reinforce learning through practice, attendees will participate in a guided, hands-on workshop solving OverTheWire Bandit challenges.
This workshop is not about “hacking for hype”, it’s about:
* Understanding Linux fundamentals used daily by defenders
* Building problem-solving discipline
* Learning how attackers and defenders think
* Developing confidence navigating unfamiliar systems
* The workshop complements the talk by showing how foundational technical skills support real defensive work.
**What to Bring**
Laptop with internet access
At least 8GB RAM
SSH client or terminal access
Willingness to learn and ask questions
🏆 **Prizes & Community**
Participants may receive:
Sponsor giveaways
Training or lab access opportunities
Recognition for strong workshop participation
Interested in speaking at a future Hck4G meetup?
Email - **[speakers@hck4g.org](mailto:speakers@hck4g.org)**
Disclaimer - By Registering for the event, you consent and authorise Hck4G LTD to take your photo and or video image. See our website for our privacy Policy
Interested in volunteering? Visit our website [Hck4G.org](http://Hck4G.org)
[Midsumma] Bangers, Beers & Bears: Princess and Villains
Once upon a beer, I mean bear... if you thought Melbourne couldn't get any queerer, this fairy tale just got hairy!
(Tickets are available on Midsumma Festival webite. [Link to tickets here](https://www.midsumma.org.au/whats-on/events/bangers-beers-bears-princess-and-villains/))
Join Big Kev and Dean Arcuri for a full-blown bear-powered sing-along takeover of some fab queer venues this Midsumma, where you can expect frosty ice-queen ballads, under-the-sea diva wails, glass-slipper dreams, and more wicked witch sass.
The beers will be flowing, the choruses will be roaring, and the crowd will be louder than a castle full of fireworks. This isn’t your childhood bedtime story—it’s camp, it’s cheeky, and it comes in a pint glass.
It's hairy storybook magic where all the show profits donated to Queer Sporting Alliance. You don’t need a magic wand or a poisoned apple to join in the action.
Grab your mates, dust off your inner villain grin, and come thirsty—because this is where Pride meets storybook fantasy.
Be early, be loud, and above all, be wicked.
Social – Welcome to new members & catch up for regulars - City
Never been to one of our meet-ups before? Been a member for a while or just joined? Either way this is the social for you!
Once a month we hold a special meet-up to welcome in new members. Regulars are encouraged to attend and help new members have a fun night out!
Our monthly “newbie” social is an opportunity to learn about our groups, events held and resources to help members.
More importantly it is an opportunity to meet others going through separation & divorce in a safe and friendly environment. We can all learn from each other, but the primary aim of the socials is to enjoy ourselves!
Our socials are hosted by members of the Divorce Support & Social Group and the Melbourne Divorce Support Group.
We pay for own food and drinks individually.
On Wednesday nights the Royal Melbourne has $20 pizza and pasta specials. Great food and great company.
We hope to see you!
Bayside Rock Climbing - Carrum downs (First timers to advanced)
Hi Climbers! A weekly Wednesday Meetup group at Bayside Rock (Carrum Downs) for beginners and experienced climbers alike
If you need a lift, someone may be able to assist.
Please let the staff know that you are with the Climb Victoria Meetup when you arrive at climbing . Climb Victoria members who have RSVP'd to the weekly Bayside Rock Meetup will receive discounted entry and half price harness and shoe hire on the night. Look out for black Climb Victoria Shirts
For anyone visiting Rock Climbing for the first time, there is a brief safety induction to complete - Climb Victoria can help with that! For more information about the venue and to access an online waiver form, please check out this link to the Bayside Rock website - [https://baysiderock.com.au](https://baysiderock.com.au)
**We also now have a Facebook Group:** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/663576119053808](https://www.facebook.com/groups/663576119053808)
Squishface City Drawing Night JANUARY 2026 @ STICKY!
**DRAWING NIGHT IN THE CITY!**
We are back again for city drawing night at **Sticky Institute**, located at 510 Elizabeth St, just across the road from the Queen Victoria Market main entrance. There is a tram stop (Stop 7 for 57, 19, 59) just out the front.
Bring your sketch books, bring your pens, bring a friend. It's not a class - it's a drawing hang out. All skill levels welcome. Always lots of regulars, always newies. Be socially awkward, be confident as heck. This is informal, it's just a free drawing session.
Go ahead and bring snacks. But no nuts please!
Our venue is wheelchair accessible.
Minors are welcome but will need an accompanying adult.
Contact us on 0400 356 922 if any issues or you get lost.
Please follow Squishface on Instagram, for comic and zine related news and events.
👉 [Squishface Studio](http://www.instagram.com/Squishfacestudio) 👉[Sticky Institute](https://www.instagram.com/sticky_institute/)
WED NIGHT Asian Background Social: Lounge Asia Meetup (Easy English) @ Melbourne
Global Asian Social: Lounge Asia Meetup @ Melbourne
🥂 Looking for your community in Melbourne?
Welcome to Lounge Asia — The premier social exclusively for Global Asians.
⚡ WHY JOIN? (Your Benefits)
✅ Find Your Tribe: Instantly connect with people who share your Asian heritage & values.
✅ Real Conversations: No loud club music. Just a relaxed vibe for genuine chats.
✅ Safe & Chill: Your "Third Place" mid-week to relax and be yourself.
⚡ WHO IS THIS FOR?
* This event is exclusively for people with Asian backgrounds.
* Global Asians: Living, working, or studying abroad.
* Cross-Cultural: Returnees, TCKs, or Mixed Heritage.
(We curate this space to share our specific shared experiences. Thank you for respecting this.)
📍 WHEN & WHERE
🗓 Date: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month
⏰ Time: From 6:00 pm
📍 Venue: Diesel Bar & Eatery (Melbourne CBD)
🚪 Entrance: Enter via Little Lonsdale St only. (No entry from inside Melbourne Central).
💰 Entry: Buy 1 Drink from the bar OR Pay $3 at the door.
🚨 HOW TO JOIN (Mandatory)
1. You MUST RSVP on this page.
STRICT POLICY: No RSVP = No Entry. We check the list at the door.
2. Follow Instagram: @_lounge_asia
3.
🎁 VIP ACCESS (Founding Members)
Join the VIP list for early access to our official app & special party invites.
👉[GET VIP ACCESS](https://forms.gle/t6GXAjTNFECetVuZ8)
⚠️ HOUSE RULES (Zero Tolerance)
To protect our safe environment, we strictly ban:
🚫 Solicitation: No MLM, business recruitment, or poaching.
🚫 Harassment: No pickup artists or creepy behavior.
Violators are removed immediately.
🌏 OUR VISION
"Connecting Asia & The World"
🇦🇺 Australia: Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne (1,500+ Members)
🌏 2026 Expansion: Tokyo, Ho Chi Minh, Cebu.
⚠️ IMPORTANT
ID Required: Passport or Driver’s License (18+).
Student IDs: NOT accepted.
VIC Law: ID checks are required at the licensed bar.
👥 Your Host:
🎤 David – Your friendly Melbourne host!
Global Asian Social: Lounge Asia Meetup @ Melbourne
🥂 メルボルンでコミュニティをお探しですか?
Lounge Asiaへようこそ — グローバル・アジア人のための最高の交流会です。
⚡ 参加するメリット
✅ 仲間が見つかる: アジアのルーツや価値観を共有できる人とすぐにつながれます。
✅ リアルな会話: 騒がしいクラブではありません。リラックスして会話を楽しめます。
✅ 安心・安全: 平日の夜、素の自分でいられる「サードプレイス」です。
⚡ 参加対象
* 本イベントは、アジアのバックグラウンドを持つ方限定です。
* Global Asians: 海外在住、勤務、留学中の方。
* Cross-Cultural: 帰国子女、TCK、ミックスの方。
(共通の経験を共有する場を作るため、ご理解をお願いいたします。)
📍 日時・場所
🗓 日程: 毎月 第3水曜日
⏰ 時間: 6:00 pm から
📍 場所: Diesel Bar & Eatery (Melbourne CBD)
🚪 入口: Little Lonsdale St側の入り口からお入りください (Melbourne Central内からは入れません)。
💰 参加費: バーでドリンク1杯購入 または 入場料$3
🚨 参加方法 (必須)
1. このページで必ずRSVP (参加登録) をしてください。
厳格なルール: RSVPがない場合は入場できません。入り口でリストを確認します。
2. Instagramをフォロー: @_lounge_asia
3.
🎁 VIPアクセス (創設メンバー)
公式アプリの先行アクセスと特別パーティーへの招待を受け取るには、VIPリストに登録してください。
👉[GET VIP ACCESS](https://forms.gle/t6GXAjTNFECetVuZ8)
⚠️ ハウスルール (ゼロ・トレランス)
安全な環境を守るため、以下を厳禁とします。
🚫 勧誘行為: MLM、ビジネス勧誘、引き抜きは禁止です。
🚫 迷惑行為: ナンパ、不快な行動は禁止です。
違反者は即座に退場となります。
🌏 私たちのビジョン
"Connecting Asia & The World"
🇦🇺 オーストラリア: ブリスベン、シドニー、メルボルン (メンバー1,500名以上)
🌏 2026年展開: 東京、ホーチミン、セブ
⚠️ 重要
ID必須: パスポートまたは運転免許証 (18歳以上)。
学生証: 不可。
👥 ホスト:
🎤 David (メルボルン担当)
Global Asian Social: Lounge Asia Meetup @ Melbourne
🥂 正在墨爾本尋找屬於你的社群嗎?
歡迎來到 Lounge Asia — 專為全球亞裔打造的優質社交圈。
⚡ 為什麼要參加? (你的收穫)
✅ 找到歸屬感: 立即連結擁有相同亞洲背景與價值觀的朋友。
✅ 真誠對話: 這裡沒有吵雜的夜店音樂,只有輕鬆交流的氛圍。
✅ 安全放鬆: 週間放鬆身心的「第三空間」,讓你做回真實的自己。
⚡ 適合誰參加?
* 本活動專為擁有亞洲背景的人士舉辦。
* Global Asians: 在海外生活、工作或求學的亞裔。
* Cross-Cultural: 海歸派、TCK 或擁有混合文化背景者。
(為了分享共同的經歷,我們特別規劃此專屬空間,感謝您的理解。)
📍 時間與地點
🗓 日期: 每月的第三個星期三
⏰ 時間: 6:00 pm 開始
📍 地點: Diesel Bar & Eatery (Melbourne CBD)
🚪 入口: 請務必從 Little Lonsdale St 入口進入 (無法從 Melbourne Central 內部進入)。
💰 費用: 購買一杯飲料 或 支付 $3 入場費
🚨 如何參加 (必須遵守)
1. 你必須在此頁面報名 (RSVP)。
嚴格執行: 無報名 = 無法入場。我們將在門口核對名單。
2. 追蹤 Instagram: @_lounge_asia
🎁 VIP 會員 (創始成員)
加入 VIP 名單,搶先體驗我們的官方 App 及獲得特別派對邀請。
👉[GET VIP ACCESS](https://forms.gle/t6GXAjTNFECetVuZ8)
⚠️ 規範 (零容忍政策)
為了維護安全的環境,我們嚴禁:
🚫 推銷招攬: 禁止直銷 (MLM)、商業招攬或挖角。
🚫 騷擾行為: 禁止搭訕騷擾或任何令人不適的行為。
違規者將被立即請離。
🌏 我們的願景
"Connecting Asia & The World"
🇦🇺 澳洲: 布里斯本、雪梨、墨爾本 (成員超過1,500人)
🌏 2026年擴展: 東京、胡志明市、宿霧。
⚠️ 重要事項
必須出示 ID: 護照或駕照 (須滿18歲)。
學生證: 不接受。
👥 主辦人:
🎤 David (墨爾本負責人)
Global Asian Social: Lounge Asia Meetup @ Melbourne
🥂 멜버른에서 커뮤니티를 찾고 있나요?
Lounge Asia에 오신 것을 환영합니다 — 글로벌 아시안을 위한 프리미엄 소셜 모임입니다.
⚡ 참여해야 하는 이유 (혜택)
✅ 공감대 형성: 아시아의 문화적 배경과 가치관을 공유하는 사람들과 즉시 연결됩니다.
✅ 진솔한 대화: 시끄러운 클럽 음악이 아닙니다. 편안한 분위기에서 진짜 대화를 나누세요.
✅ 안전과 휴식: 주중의 피로를 풀고 온전한 나로 돌아갈 수 있는 '제3의 공간'입니다.
⚡ 참여 대상
* 본 이벤트는 아시아 배경을 가진 분들만을 대상으로 합니다.
* Global Asians: 해외 거주, 근무, 유학 중인 아시아인.
* Cross-Cultural: 귀국 유학생, TCK, 또는 다문화 배경을 가진 분.
(공통의 경험을 나누기 위한 자리이므로, 이 점 양해 부탁드립니다.)
📍 일시 및 장소
🗓 날짜: 매월 셋째 주 수요일
⏰ 시간: 6:00 pm 부터
📍 장소: Diesel Bar & Eatery (Melbourne CBD)
🚪 입구: 반드시 Little Lonsdale St 쪽 입구로 입장해주세요 (Melbourne Central 내부 연결 불가).
💰 비용: 바에서 음료 1잔 구매 또는 입장료 $3
🚨 참여 방법 (필수)
1. 이 페이지에서 반드시 RSVP(참가 신청)를 해야 합니다.
엄격한 규칙: RSVP 없음 = 입장 불가. 입구에서 명단을 확인합니다.
2. Instagram 팔로우: @_lounge_asia
🎁 VIP 멤버 (창립 멤버)
VIP 리스트에 등록하고 공식 앱 조기 사용 권한과 특별 파티 초대장을 받으세요.
👉[GET VIP ACCESS](https://forms.gle/t6GXAjTNFECetVuZ8)
⚠️ 운영 규칙 (무관용 원칙)
안전한 환경을 위해 다음을 엄격히 금지합니다:
🚫 영업 금지: 다단계(MLM), 비즈니스 권유, 스카우트 행위 금지.
🚫 괴롭힘 금지: 헌팅 목적이나 불쾌한 행동 금지.
위반 시 즉시 퇴장 조치됩니다.
🌏 우리의 비전
"Connecting Asia & The World"
🇦🇺 호주: 브리즈번, 시드니, 멜버른 (멤버 1,500명 돌파)
🌏 2026년 확장: 도쿄, 호치민, 세부.
⚠️ 중요 사항
신분증 필수: 여권 또는 운전면허증 (18세 이상).
학생증: 불가.
👥 호스트:
🎤 David
Global Asian Social: Lounge Asia Meetup @ Melbourne
🥂 正在墨尔本寻找属于你的社群吗?
欢迎来到 Lounge Asia — 专为全球亚裔打造的优质社交圈。
⚡ 为什么要参加? (你的收获)
✅ 找到归属感: 立即连接拥有相同亚洲背景与价值观的朋友。
✅ 真诚对话: 这里没有嘈杂的夜店音乐,只有轻松交流的氛围。
✅ 安全放松: 周间放松身心的“第三空间”,让你做回真实的自己。
⚡ 适合谁参加?
本活动专为拥有亚洲背景的人士举办。
Global Asians: 在海外生活、工作或求学的亚裔。
Cross-Cultural: 海归派、TCK 或拥有混合文化背景者。
(为了分享共同的经历,我们特别规划此专属空间,感谢您的理解。)
📍 时间与地点
🗓 日期: 每月的第三个星期三
⏰ 时间: 6:00 pm 开始
📍 地点: Diesel Bar & Eatery (Melbourne CBD)
🚪 入口: 请务必从 Little Lonsdale St 入口进入 (无法从 Melbourne Central 内部进入)。
💰 费用: 购买一杯饮料 或 支付 $3 入场费
🚨 如何参加 (必须遵守)
1. 你必须在此页面报名 (RSVP)。
严格执行: 无报名 = 无法入场。我们将在门口核对名单。
2. 关注 Instagram: @_lounge_asia
🎁 VIP 会员 (创始成员)
加入 VIP 名单,抢先体验我们的官方 App 及获得特别派对邀请。
👉[GET VIP ACCESS](https://forms.gle/t6GXAjTNFECetVuZ8)
⚠️ 规范 (零容忍政策)
为了维护安全的环境,我们严禁:
🚫 推销招揽: 禁止传销 (MLM)、商业招揽或挖角。
🚫 骚扰行为: 禁止搭讪骚扰或任何令人不适的行为。
违规者将被立即请离。
🌏 我们的愿景
"Connecting Asia & The World"
🇦🇺 澳洲: 布里斯班、悉尼、墨尔本 (成员超过1,500人)
🌏 2026年扩展: 东京、胡志明市、宿务。
⚠️ 重要事项
必须出示 ID: 护照或驾照 (须满18岁)。
学生证: 不接受。
👥 主办人:
🎤 David
Global Asian Social: Lounge Asia Meetup @ Melbourne
🥂 Bạn đang tìm kiếm cộng đồng tại Melbourne?
Chào mừng đến với Lounge Asia — Cộng đồng hàng đầu dành riêng cho Global Asians.
⚡ TẠI SAO NÊN THAM GIA? (Lợi ích của bạn)
✅ Tìm thấy sự thuộc về: Kết nối ngay lập tức với những người chia sẻ di sản và giá trị Á Đông.
✅ Trò chuyện chân thực: Không ồn ào như vũ trường. Một không gian thư giãn để trò chuyện thật sự.
✅ An toàn & Thoải mái: "Không gian thứ ba" giữa tuần để thư giãn và là chính mình.
⚡ DÀNH CHO AI?
Sự kiện này chỉ dành riêng cho những người có nguồn gốc Châu Á.
Global Asians: Đang sống, làm việc hoặc học tập ở nước ngoài.
Đa văn hóa: Du học sinh về nước, TCK, hoặc người có dòng máu lai.
(Chúng tôi tạo ra không gian này để chia sẻ những trải nghiệm chung cụ thể. Cảm ơn bạn đã tôn trọng điều này.)
📍 THỜI GIAN & ĐỊA ĐIỂM
🗓 Ngày: Thứ Tư tuần thứ 3 hàng tháng
⏰ Thời gian: Từ 6:00 pm
📍 Địa điểm: Diesel Bar & Eatery (Melbourne CBD)
🚪 Lối vào: Vui lòng chỉ vào từ đường Little Lonsdale St (Không có lối vào từ bên trong Melbourne Central).
💰 Vào cửa: Mua 1 đồ uống tại quầy HOẶC Trả $3 tại cửa.
🚨 CÁCH THAM GIA (Bắt buộc)
1. Bạn PHẢI đăng ký (RSVP) trên trang này.
CHÍNH SÁCH NGHIÊM NGẶT: Không RSVP = Không vào cửa. Chúng tôi kiểm tra danh sách tại cửa.
2. Theo dõi Instagram: @_lounge_asia
🎁 THÀNH VIÊN VIP (Sáng lập)
Tham gia danh sách VIP để truy cập sớm ứng dụng chính thức & nhận vé mời tiệc đặc biệt.
👉[GET VIP ACCESS](https://forms.gle/t6GXAjTNFECetVuZ8)
⚠️ NỘI QUY (Không khoan nhượng)
Để bảo vệ môi trường an toàn, chúng tôi nghiêm cấm:
🚫 Chèo kéo: Cấm đa cấp (MLM), tuyển dụng kinh doanh, hoặc lôi kéo.
🚫 Quấy rối: Cấm tán tỉnh làm phiền hoặc hành vi khiếm nhã.
Người vi phạm sẽ bị mời ra ngay lập tức.
🌏 TẦM NHÌN CỦA CHÚNG TÔI
"Connecting Asia & The World"
🇦🇺 Úc: Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne (Hơn 1,500 thành viên)
🌏 Mở rộng 2026: Tokyo, TP.HCM, Cebu.
⚠️ QUAN TRỌNG
Yêu cầu giấy tờ: Hộ chiếu hoặc Bằng lái xe (18+).
Thẻ sinh viên: KHÔNG được chấp nhận.
👥 Chủ nhà của bạn:
🎤 David
Global Asian Social: Lounge Asia Meetup @ Melbourne
🥂 Naghahanap ka ba ng iyong komunidad sa Melbourne?
Welcome sa Lounge Asia — Ang premier social na eksklusibo para sa Global Asians.
⚡ BAKIT DAPAT SUMALI? (Ang iyong Benepisyo)
✅ Find Your Tribe: Agad na kumonekta sa mga taong kapareho mo ng Asian heritage at values.
✅ Real Conversations: Hindi maingay na club. Relaxed na vibe para sa totoong kwentuhan.
✅ Safe & Chill: Ang iyong "Third Place" sa kalagitnaan ng linggo para mag-relax.
⚡ PARA KANINO ITO?
Ang event na ito ay eksklusibo para sa mga taong may Asian background.
Global Asians: Nakatira, nagtatrabaho, o nag-aaral sa ibang bansa.
Cross-Cultural: Returnees, TCKs, o Mixed Heritage.
(Ginawa namin ang space na ito para maibahagi ang aming shared experiences. Salamat sa pagrespeto nito.)
📍 KAILAN AT SAAN
🗓 Petsa: Tuwing ika-3 Miyerkules ng buwan
⏰ Oras: Mula 6:00 pm
📍 Venue: Diesel Bar & Eatery (Melbourne CBD)
🚪 Entrance: Pumasok sa Little Lonsdale St lamang (Walang entry mula sa loob ng Melbourne Central).
💰 Entry: Bumili ng 1 Drink sa bar O Magbayad ng $3 sa pinto.
🚨 PAANO SUMALI (Mandatory)
1. KAILANGAN mong mag-RSVP sa page na ito.
MAHIGPIT NA PATAKARAN: Walang RSVP = Hindi Makakapasok. Tinitingnan namin ang listahan sa pinto.
2. I-follow ang Instagram: @_lounge_asia
🎁 VIP ACCESS (Founding Members)
Sumali sa VIP list para sa early access sa aming official app & special party invites.
👉[GET VIP ACCESS](https://forms.gle/t6GXAjTNFECetVuZ8)
⚠️ HOUSE RULES (Zero Tolerance)
Para maprotektahan ang aming safe environment, mahigpit naming ipinagbabawal:
🚫 Solicitation: Bawal ang MLM, business recruitment, o poaching.
🚫 Harassment: Bawal ang pambabastos o creepy behavior.
Ang mga lalabag ay tatanggalin agad.
🌏 ANG AMING BISYON
"Connecting Asia & The World"
🇦🇺 Australia: Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne (1,500+ Members)
🌏 2026 Expansion: Tokyo, Ho Chi Minh, Cebu.
⚠️ MAHALAGA
ID Required: Passport o Driver’s License (18+).
Student IDs: HINDI tinatanggap.
👥 Ang iyong Host:
🎤 David
Global Asian Social: Lounge Asia Meetup @ Melbourne
🥂 Mencari komuniti anda di Melbourne?
Selamat Datang ke Lounge Asia — Sosial premier eksklusif untuk Global Asians.
⚡ KENAPA SERTAI? (Manfaat Anda)
✅ Cari Geng Anda: Berhubung segera dengan orang yang berkongsi warisan & nilai Asia anda.
✅ Perbualan Sebenar: Bukan muzik kelab yang bising. Suasana santai untuk borak sebenar.
✅ Selamat & Santai: "Tempat Ketiga" anda pada pertengahan minggu untuk berehat.
⚡ UNTUK SIAPA?
Acara ini adalah eksklusif untuk mereka yang berlatarbelakangkan Asia.
Global Asians: Tinggal, bekerja, atau belajar di luar negara.
Silang Budaya: Mereka yang kembali, TCK, atau Warisan Campuran.
(Kami menyediakan ruang ini untuk berkongsi pengalaman bersama. Terima kasih kerana menghormatinya.)
📍 BILA & DI MANA
🗓 Tarikh: Setiap Rabu ke-3 setiap bulan
⏰ Masa: Dari 6:00 pm
📍 Lokasi: Diesel Bar & Eatery (Melbourne CBD)
🚪 Pintu Masuk: Sila masuk melalui Little Lonsdale St sahaja (Tiada laluan masuk dari dalam Melbourne Central).
💰 Masuk: Beli 1 Minuman dari bar ATAU Bayar $3 di pintu.
🚨 CARA MENYERTAI (Wajib)
1. Anda MESTI RSVP di halaman ini.
POLISI KETAT: Tiada RSVP = Tiada Masuk. Kami semak senarai di pintu.
2. Ikuti Instagram: @_lounge_asia
🎁 AKSES VIP (Ahli Pengasas)
Sertai senarai VIP untuk akses awal ke aplikasi rasmi kami & jemputan parti khas.
👉[GET VIP ACCESS](https://forms.gle/t6GXAjTNFECetVuZ8)
⚠️ PERATURAN RUMAH (Toleransi Sifar)
Untuk melindungi persekitaran selamat kami, kami melarang keras:
🚫 Solicitation: Tiada MLM, perekrutan perniagaan, atau curi tenaga kerja.
🚫 Gangguan: Tiada gangguan seksual atau kelakuan yang tidak menyenangkan.
Pelanggar akan dikeluarkan serta-merta.
🌏 VISI KAMI
"Connecting Asia & The World"
🇦🇺 Australia: Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne (1,500+ Ahli)
🌏 Pengembangan 2026: Tokyo, Ho Chi Minh, Cebu.
⚠️ PENTING
ID Diperlukan: Pasport atau Lesen Memandu (18+).
ID Pelajar: TIDAK diterima.
👥 Hos Anda:
🎤 David
Crash Computer Club kick-off hangout
We're kicking off 2026 with our first meetup -- a virtual hangout over Zoom!
We'd like to meet and get to know some of our members and gauge to see their interests and what they'd like to experience at Crash Computer Club (CCC). This will be an **easy-going** hangout just to chat and get to know one another.
We're currently pulling things together to make CCC a great club for diverse computer/tech/internet enthusiasts in Melbourne.
Bring a snack, some tea, and a comfy chair.
In the meantime, follow us at @crashcomputerclub on Instagram, or get in touch with us at crashcomputerclub@proton.me
Keep on Crashin' 🖖🏼👾
Agile and Scrum Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Growing an Architecture and Its Organization for Fast Flow
Achieving fast flow—the rapid and reliable delivery of change—requires picking the right socio-technical architecture: a combination of software architecture and organizational structure suited to your context. To paraphrase Einstein, it should be as simple as possible but no simpler. Unfortunately, many enterprises fall into the trap of over-engineering their architecture while simultaneously misaligning their teams, resulting in unnecessary complexity and friction that slows delivery.
In this presentation, I describe a strategy for starting with the simplest possible socio-technical architecture for your context and then incrementally evolving it to support fast flow. You will learn about the building blocks of socio-technical architecture. I explain how organizational structures, like architectural elements, exist to solve specific problems and must evolve as those problems change. You will learn to recognize the signals that indicate when your socio-technical architecture needs to change—and how to transform it accordingly.
**About Chris Richardson**
Once again we are delighted to welcome Chris back to Melbourne and our Platform Engineering Meetup.
Chris is a software architect and serial entrepreneur. He is a Java Champion, a JavaOne rock star and the author of POJOs in Action, which describes how to build enterprise Java applications with frameworks such as Spring and Hibernate. Chris was also the founder of the original CloudFoundry.com, an early Java PaaS for Amazon EC2.
Today, Chris is a recognized thought leader in microservices and speaks regularly at international conferences. Chris is the author of the book Microservice Patterns.
Chris helps organizations improve agility and competitiveness through better software architecture.
He delivers consulting and training that helps organizations successfully adopt and use the [microservice architecture](https://microservices.io/patterns/microservices.html).
Chris is the [founder of a startup](http://eventuate.io/) that is creating a platform that simplifies the development of transactional microservices.
He maintains a comprehensive set of [resources for learning about microservices](https://microservices.io/adopt/index.html).
Round 1: Let's see what we can achieve together
Buzz my apartment - 2807 and we can let you up - just go to the lifts and hit 28, my apartment is to the right. We'll go up to level 55 together. Anyone who's late can call me on 0447 591 141 and I'll come down and get you.
## **🛠️ Meetup Format (2 hours)**
**⚡ Project Intros (5 minutes total)**
Each participant gets **1 minute (hard stop)** to briefly share:
* What they’re building
* What they want to focus on today
**🚀 Build Sprints (90 minutes total)**
We’ll run **three focused build cycles**:
* **25 minutes** of deep, uninterrupted building
* **10 minutes** of casual chatting, sharing progress, and asking questions
**🎤 Demos & Wrap-up (5 minutes total)**
Each participant gets **1 minute (hard stop)** to:
* Demo what they built
* Share learnings or next steps
This format balances **deep focus**, **collaboration**, and **show-and-tell**, while keeping things lightweight and fun.
Leadership - Speakers Lab - FAST LEARNING
Smashing! Try something new Sunday
This week - Speaker Lab - where everyone gets the chance to talk in small groups, and receive live feedback. Very interactive, great learning and non-stop action!
Serious about improving your leadership - **Why mess, come to the best**
Why is Smashing different to other speaking clubs?
Passion!!!
1\. Fast\-paced\, energized and exciting meets
2\. We practice **bold, confident** and **dynamic** leadership!
3. **Everyone talks** multiple times during super-interactive workshops every meet - Plus the chance to speak on the big stage for those that are keen
4. **FAST LEARNING**
**IMPORTANT: Be on time, as doors close when the show starts**
Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St (Opposite Queen Vic Market)
Level 1, Purple Room (End of corridor)
More to come...
🌿Enchanting TARRA-BULGA: Misty Trails & Spectacular Views 🌄: Day trip
* 🌏 **MELBOURNE - Tarra-Bulga** 🏙️
* 📅 SUN **25 JAN, DAY TRIP☀️**
* ✨ Follow the Ferns, Find the Stillness.
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🌿 **Join Us for A Day of Rainforest Magic Awaits!** 🌿
Let Tarra-Bulga surround you with its wild beauty—soaring Mountain Ash, lush fern gullies, and cool rainforest trails. We’ll cross the famous Suspension Bridge, explore secret waterfalls, enjoy meditation and grounding, and gather for a relaxing picnic with a fruit platter. Nature, adventure, and good vibes all in one unforgettable day.
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🎒 **All-Inclusive — Just $99!**
✔️ Guided 9 km hike + all gear 🥾
✔️ Unlimited **snacks** & refreshments 🥤
✔️ Coffee & tea throughout the day ☕
✔️ **Fruit** platter 🍏
✔️ **Meditation** & relaxation session ✨
✔️ **Comfortable Mercedes minivan transport** (round trip) 🚐
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**📍 Your Adventure Itinerary**
🚐 **7:00 AM** – Pick-up from **St Paul’s Cathedral, Flinders Street**
🥐 **8:00 AM** – Stop for a **break**
☕ **9:00 AM** – Arrival + **morning coffee, tea & snacks** (provided)
🥾 **9:15 AM** – **Hiking adventure** (9 km, 180m elevation)
🥗 **1:30 PM** – **Picnic lunch + coffee/tea/snacks** (provided, BYO lunch welcome)
✨ **2:30 PM** – **Meditation + Fruit platter** 🍏
🌊 **3:30 PM** – Explore the **Waterfall**
🔭 **4:30 PM** – Take in **breathtaking lookout views**
🦘 **4:30 PM** – Enjoy a **scenic drive**
🚐 **6:30 PM** – Return to Melbourne (**drop-off at Hamer Hall**)
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**🎒 What to Bring**
✅ **BYO lunch** 🥪 (we can buy on the way)
✅ **Warm, wind-water-resistant clothing** 🧥
✅ **Hiking shoes** (available for free if needed) 🥾
✅ **Long sleeves, long pants, hat** 🧢
✅ **A positive attitude**
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**💰 How to Book?**
Secure your spot with a **$99 transfer**
**Please note:** An RSVP alone does not secure your spot — only a transfer confirms your place on the trip. Thanks for understanding!
🔹 **PayID:** 0414 661 458
🔹 **Bank Transfer:**
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🌟 **Limited spots available—RSVP now!**
S*pots are only confirmed once payment is received !!!*
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❗️**Please Note:**
**Payments are only credited or refunded if the event is canceled or rescheduled by the organizer.**
In all other circumstances, payments are **non-refundable and non-transferable**.
❗️Thank you for understanding and supporting the planning involved in creating these experiences! 🌿
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🌿✨ Don’t miss this **epic day of adventure, nature, and fun!** ✨🌊
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* Rainforest Light. Waterfall Sound. Pure Calm.
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**LIABILITY WAIVER**
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property on this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms.
## **COVID-19 Safety Measures**
* The event host is instituting the above safety measures for this event.
* Please do not attend if you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, or sore throat.
* If you have recently tested positive for COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who has, we kindly ask that you refrain from attending.
* Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in keeping our community safe!
In person: Melbourne Stoa Meetup
Hi budding Stoics,
This is our monthly in-person session (the 4th Saturday of every month)
We will be discussing a podcast. Link can be found below.
Philosophize This! Podcast Episode 14
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2CV6RHPkEMUdb0syxya6LH
We will meet outside KereKere Green cafe inn Fitzroy Gardens. If weather is poor we can retreat into the cafe.
Feel free to bring a picnic blanket and snack.
NEW TO STOICISM
New faces are always welcome. We use the readings, podcasts, videos and stoic training to facilitate discussion. You can participate in the discussion as little or as much as you like.
We look forward to seeing you. :)
Osho Dynamic Meditation
Beloved Friends ,
You are warmly invited to join **Osho Dynamic Meditation** — a powerful space to release stress, let go of built-up tension, and breathe freely again.
Through movement, breath, and silence, allow the mind to unwind and the body to relax.
No experience is needed — just come as you are and reconnect with your true nature, with awareness, aliveness, and inner peace.
We would love to share this meditative journey with you.
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When : Every Saturday , 7:30am to 8:30am
Where : Elwood Angling Club, Foreshore, Elwood
Contribution : $15
"Just to be is such a great celebration if you know how to take the conditioning off. This 'taking off' you will learn through Dynamic Meditation. it will not be caused; it will come to you uncaused. Meditation will create a situation in which you will come to the unknown; by and by you will be pushed from your habitual , mechanical, robot-like personality. be courageous: practise Dynamic Meditation vigorously and all else will follow. it will not be you doing, it will be a happening" OSHO - Meditation the art of ecstasy
With Love and Hugs,
Bodhiprem
* If you are coming along for the first time, please arrive 10 minutes early for instructions,
Please see below a link for the Dynamic Meditation Instructions:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hjxr9MySioc&feature=youtu.be
Agile and Scrum Events Near You
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Rise and Shine with Atlassian - Upper Arlington
Come chat about Atlassian tools and best practices at the Upper Arlington Sunny Street Cafe and Breakfast is on Atlassian!
Let's get the day started off with breakfast with your ACE Leaders! We're always excited to talk about Atlassian Products, share our knowledge and hand out swag! Come chat with us about new product news and anything you are working on within the Atlassian product stack. This is a great opportunity to come see what we are all about, hear new business news and share with other Atlassian users your questions and experiences. We'd love to see new and old friends come out to chat and learn about Atlassian!
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Kimberly Deal - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader
Kevin Stanley - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader
Greg Sprowls - Columbus Atlassian Community Leader
Hosted By
Kimberly Deal, Atlassian User Group Leader
Kevin Stanley, Chief Everything
Greg Sprowls, Agility Lead
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Millions of users globally rely on Atlassian products every day for improving software development, project management, collaboration, and code quality.
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Complete your event RSVP here: https://ace.atlassian.com/events/details/atlassian-columbus-presents-rise-and-shine-with-atlassian-upper-arlington-23/.
Project Management (PMP) Classroom Training in Columbus, OH
**Course Overview:** For project management professionals, the PMP certification is a widely accepted credential. It attests to their proficiency in project management and leadership. Obtaining PMP certification indicates proficiency in project management techniques and a dedication to best practices. It raises earning potential, creates new chances, and improves career prospects. The Project Management Institute (PMI) administers the PMP certification, which necessitates passing a demanding exam, proving experience, and fulfilling professional development criteria.
**Training Overview:** This in-depth PMP® course is carefully crafted to provide professionals with the information, tools, and techniques needed to lead projects in a wide range of industries. Updated according to the most recent PMBOK® Guide and PMI standards, the course addresses fundamental project management areas such as initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing a project.
Attendees will receive hands-on practice through live case studies, interactive training, and exam techniques so that they are well-equipped to take the PMP certification exam. The training is also in compliance with the PMI 35 contact hour requirement and is conducted by certified trainers with real-world industry experience.
[https://www.icertglobal.com/course/pmp-certification-training/Classroom/5/3644](https://www.icertglobal.com/course/pmp-certification-training/Classroom/5/3644)
Take your career to the next level with our **intensive PMP® Bootcamp**, designed to help you lead projects with confidence and earn your PMP credential quickly and efficiently.
· Hands-on training in project planning, execution, monitoring & closure
· In-depth understanding of PMI frameworks and the PMBOK® Guide
**·** Proven strategies to **clear the PMP exam on your first try**
· Guidance from expert trainers with 15+ years of industry experience
**Key Features of PMP Certification**
· **4 Days In-Person Training:** Intensive classroom sessions with expert-led instruction, hands-on activities, and full PMP® exam coverage.
· **PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition-Based Training:** Aligned with the latest PMI standards, focusing on principles, performance domains, and real-world project applications.
· **90 Days of E-Learning Access:** Get unlimited access to recorded sessions, study materials, and practice exams for 90 days to reinforce your learning at your own pace.
· **PMI Application Assistance:** Get step-by-step guidance to complete and submit your PMP® exam application accurately and confidently.
· **35 Hours of Classroom and Online Instructor-Led Live Training:** Comprehensive, real-time training delivered by certified instructors in both in-person and virtual formats.
· **Approved Course Materials:** Study with PMI-authorized and industry-recognized materials aligned with the latest PMP® exam content outline.
· **Money-Back Guarantee:** Enroll with confidence—get a refund if you don’t pass the PMP® exam under our specified terms and conditions.
· **Exam-Based Mock Tests:** Practice with full-length, PMP®-style mock exams designed to simulate the real test environment and boost your confidence.
**Benefits of PMP Certification:**
· **Global Recognition:** PMP is a universally respected credential recognized across industries worldwide.
· **Higher Salary Potential:** PMP-certified professionals earn up to 20% more than non-certified peers.
· **Career Advancement:** Opens doors to leadership roles and high-impact project opportunities.
· **Validated Skills:** Proves your ability to manage projects efficiently using industry-standard best practices.
· **Stronger Networking:** Connect with a global community of project managers and PMI members.
**What will you learn?**
* **Project Management Frameworks:** Understand PMI’s approach and the PMBOK® Guide (7th Edition)
* **Project Lifecycle & Processes:** Master initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing phases
* **Agile & Hybrid Methodologies:** Apply adaptive project practices used in modern industries
* **Team Leadership & Communication**: Learn stakeholder engagement, team dynamics, and conflict resolution
* **Risk, Time & Cost Management:** Effectively manage project constraints and ensure delivery success
* **PMP® Exam Strategy:** Gain test-taking techniques, practice with mock exams, and get exam-ready tips
**Our Pass Guarantee: Your Success is Our Priority:**
We’re committed to your success—our training, tools, and support are designed to help you pass the PMP® exam with confidence.
**Why Choose Our Program? Learn from Industry Leaders. Succeed with Confidence.**
· Led by certified experts with 15+ years of experience
· PMI-authorized training aligned with the latest PMBOK® Guide
· Proven track record of high first-attempt pass rates
· Practical case studies and real-world project insights
· Dedicated support from registration to certification
However, basic understanding and knowledge about quality aspect and quality control will prove to be useful.
Other course you might be interested: CAPM \| PMP \|LSSGB \| LSSBB \| LSSGB & LSSBB \| ITIL \| CBAP \| PMI\-ACP \| Big Data \| DevOps \| Data Science \| CSM
If you are interested, please let me know so that I can send you special discounted price along with the customized registration link which will help you to enroll it easily.
**Other Training Courses:** CAPM \| LSSGB \| LSSBB \| LSSGB&LSSBB\| CSM \| PMI\-ACP \| CCBA \| CEH \| DevOps
If you have any more queries regarding PMP training and certification write an email to : [alex.wood@icertglobal.org](mailto:alex.wood@icertglobal.org)
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Email: [alex.wood@icertglobal.org](http://alex.wood@icertglobal.org/)
Phone: 713-287-1187
Columbus Ruby Brigade Monthly Meetup
**\*\*\* We've Moved! Bold Penguin - 6555 Longshore St, Dublin, OH 43017 \*\*\***
Please note that the Jan meeting is moved to the following week because of the MLK Holiday (instead of the 3rd Monday of the month)
**AGENDA:**
* Doors open at 5:30, feel free to come and hang out before!
* Official start of the meeting is at 6:30pm
* After the meeting is done, we will go hang out at a nearby space in Bridge Park!
If you can, please sign up via meetup by noon the day of the meeting so we can have an estimate headcount for food :) We always order extra, so feel free to join us even if you don't get signed up!
Thank you to Bold Penguin for providing the location!
**Parking & Arrival:**
**Parking:** Parking in Bridge Park is free. The closest lots are the Mooney Garage and the Hotel/Endres Garage.
**Entry:** The doors to the office are to the right of PINS. The street level door and elevators lock at 6pm. If you arrive after that, someone should be there to let you in, else call the number posted. Take the elevator to the 2nd floor. Once you exit the elevator, turn right.
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We are a bunch of professionals, students, and geeks who are excited about Ruby programming language ([http://ruby-lang.org/](http://ruby-lang.org/)) and Rails framework ([http://rubyonrails.com/](http://rubyonrails.com/)) and the joy they have brought back to web development. Our main goal is to share the love of the Ruby and Rails ecosystems with anyone that is interested. We cater to everyone, whether a non-programmer through advanced Rubyists.
We give lectures on programming topics
We freely provide decades worth of experience
For full details of this month's meeting please visit [http://columbusrb.com](http://columbusrb.com)
Intro to GitHub Copilot: Your AI Pair Programmer - Chris Steele
**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you.
The building address is 4450 Bridge Park
The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400
**Abstract**
GitHub Copilot is rapidly changing how developers write, understand, and maintain code. Powered by generative AI and deeply integrated into modern development environments, Copilot acts as an intelligent coding assistant, helping developers move faster while maintaining quality and focus.
In this session, we’ll explore what GitHub Copilot is, how it works, and where it fits into a real-world developer workflow. We’ll break down what Copilot can (and cannot) do, where it can be used, and how licensing differs for individuals and organizations. Most importantly, this talk goes beyond theory with a live, hands-on demo showcasing Copilot inside the IDE and on GitHub, demonstrating how it can assist with code generation, refactoring, learning new APIs, and accelerating day-to-day development tasks.
Designed for developers, technical leads, and engineering managers, this session provides a practical introduction to AI-assisted development, highlights best practices for getting value from Copilot, and closes with guidance on how to continue learning and evolving alongside this rapidly advancing tool.
Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how GitHub Copilot can enhance productivity, improve developer experience, and fit into modern software teams today, not someday.
**YouTube Link**
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DevOps Columbus January: Learn Infrastructure-as-Code Through Minecraft
## Details
\#\# Learn Infrastructure\-as\-Code \(the FUN Way\) — Through Minecraft 🎮☁️
**Joint Meetup: DevOps Columbus - Azure CBUS - Columbus HashiCorp User Group**
What if learning Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code didn’t feel like a whitepaper… but more like a game?
Join us for a joint DevOps Columbus, Azure CBUS and Columbus HashiCorp User Group meetup where **Mark Tinderholt** \(Principal Architect\, Microsoft Azure \| HashiCorp Ambassador \| “The Azure Terraformer”\) shows how **Minecraft** can be used as a surprisingly powerful way to understand real-world Infrastructure-as-Code concepts.
In this session, Mark will demonstrate how Terraform and Azure can be used to provision, configure, and manage Minecraft servers—while teaching the same patterns you’d use for production cloud infrastructure.
\#\#\# What we’ll cover
* Infrastructure-as-Code fundamentals using **Terraform**
* Provisioning real infrastructure on **Azure**
* Applying **IaC best practices** (immutability, repeatability, versioning)
* How playful environments like Minecraft make complex concepts *click*
* Why learning through experimentation beats click-ops every time
\#\#\# Who should attend
* Developers, platform engineers, and cloud engineers
* Terraform users (new or experienced)
* Anyone curious about Infrastructure-as-Code but tired of boring examples
* Minecraft fans who want to see it used in a totally unexpected way
No prior Minecraft experience required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn infrastructure the fun way.
Come for the blocks, stay for the Terraform. 🧱➡️📐
Neurospicy Columbus - Join us for Stauff's Coffee and Book Loft
Join Neurospicy Columbus at the Stauff's for coffee and then a stroll through the Book Loft nearby!
This will be a friendly chat for like minded individuals with Autism and/or ADHD (or somewhere on the Neurodiverse Spectra).
Azure CBUS January: Learn Infrastructure-as-Code Through Minecraft
## Learn Infrastructure-as-Code (the FUN Way) — Through Minecraft 🎮☁️
**Joint Meetup: Azure CBUS × Columbus HashiCorp User Group × DevOps Columbus**
What if learning Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code didn’t feel like a whitepaper… but more like a game?
Join us for a joint Azure CBUS, Columbus HashiCorp User Group, and DevOps Columbus meetup where **Mark Tinderholt** \(Principal Architect\, Microsoft Azure \| HashiCorp Ambassador \| “The Azure Terraformer”\) shows how **Minecraft** can be used as a surprisingly powerful way to understand real-world Infrastructure-as-Code concepts.
In this session, Mark will demonstrate how Terraform and Azure can be used to provision, configure, and manage Minecraft servers—while teaching the same patterns you’d use for production cloud infrastructure.
### What we’ll cover
* Infrastructure-as-Code fundamentals using **Terraform**
* Provisioning real infrastructure on **Azure**
* Applying **IaC best practices** (immutability, repeatability, versioning)
* How playful environments like Minecraft make complex concepts *click*
* Why learning through experimentation beats click-ops every time
### Who should attend
* Developers, platform engineers, and cloud engineers
* Terraform users (new or experienced)
* Anyone curious about Infrastructure-as-Code but tired of boring examples
* Minecraft fans who want to see it used in a totally unexpected way
No prior Minecraft experience required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn infrastructure the fun way.
Come for the blocks, stay for the Terraform. 🧱➡️📐
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/azure-cbus-2026/




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