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Looking to meet new people in Milan and experience one of the city’s most authentic traditions? On **Saturday, February 21**, join us for a special **Ambrosian Carnival Social Night** at **Rowing Milano**, right in the heart of the Navigli district — one of Milan’s most vibrant and international areas. This event is designed especially for **expats, international professionals, students, and globally minded locals** who want to connect in a relaxed, festive environment. *** ### 🌍 An International Social Experience The evening starts with an **aperitivo buffet**, giving you the perfect opportunity to mingle, network, and break the ice naturally. As the night progresses, the atmosphere shifts into a lively **DJ set & party**, where music, costumes, and Carnival energy bring everyone together. Whether you’ve just moved to Milan or have been here for years, this is the perfect setting to expand your circle in a fun and informal way. *** ### 💰 Entry – Milano Expat Guest List **€20 per person**, including: ✔ 1 drink ✔ Aperitivo buffet ✔ DJ set & party access Access is available with **Eventi Milano guest list reservation**. *** ### 🎭 Dress Code Ambrosian Carnival theme — masks and creative outfits are welcome. Participation in costume is encouraged, but not mandatory.

**Unisciti a noi per dedicare una giornata a imparare e sperimentare con Zig!** Zig è un linguaggio di programmazione con una community in crescita. Ha una sintassi snella, performance incredibili ed è estremamente versatile. Se non lo conosci, questo evento è l’occasione ideale per iniziare a impararlo! Se invece già conosci Zig, potrai condividere il tuo progetto con altri e avrai la possibilità di aiutare altri programmatori a capire perché e come usare Zig. Non ci sono vincoli particolari per questa giornata: l’unico obiettivo è creare qualcosa di magico con Zig. **Agenda** 09:00 – 09:30 Accoglienza, introduzione informale e setup progetti 09:30 – 12:45 Sessioni Hands-On 12:45 – 14:15 Pausa pranzo 14:15 – 17:30 Sessioni Hands-On 17:30 - 18:00 Show & Tell **Attività extra** **Colazione @ Napoli Bakery** Il corpo principale dello Zig Day inizia alle 9:00. Per chi può e vuole arrivare a Seregno al massimo per le 8:10 (maggiori dettagli nella sezione "Come arrivare a Seregno"), potete unirvi a me da Napoli Bakery ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/PwLuW3pXqPhUa9xK7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/PwLuW3pXqPhUa9xK7)). I miei consigli: * Coda d'aragosta (crema chantilly) * Zeppola di San Giuseppe (crema pasticcera) * Cornetto ischitano (ripieno a piacere) Dopo colazione, raggiungeremo a piedi il luogo dell'evento. **Pranzo @ Pane e Olio + Gelato @ Albero dei Gelati** Seregno offre diverse alternative, ma il gruppo principale pranzerà da Pane e Olio ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/oWBU5XRsHffcBrb8A](https://maps.app.goo.gl/oWBU5XRsHffcBrb8A)). Dopo pranzo, se il tempo è bello e ne abbiamo voglia, possiamo fare due passi fino all'Albero dei Gelati ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/QmpGpzv34bp7joEv8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/QmpGpzv34bp7joEv8)) per un gelato, e poi tornare indietro. **Cena e oltre** Non ho ancora scelto un ristorante specifico, ma ovviamente possiamo cenare insieme. Dopo cena possiamo fare un salto all'Old Station Pub ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/Fdrb7kU5B8tfXTBP9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Fdrb7kU5B8tfXTBP9)) per un paio di birre. Un vantaggio dell'Old Station Pub è che si trova proprio accanto alla stazione ferroviaria: se avete intenzione di tornare in treno, potete restare fino alle 23:00 circa. Lo stesso vale per i parcheggi (vedi sezione successiva), entrambi i luoghi consigliati sono lì accanto. E se volete prendervela comoda e dormire a Seregno, anche il Biffi Hotel ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/vWeidrxkiKP342gSA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/vWeidrxkiKP342gSA)) si trova proprio vicino al pub. **Come arrivare a Seregno** Parcheggi consigliati: * [https://maps.app.goo.gl/ppiKJ4pvR2LJkoGH8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ppiKJ4pvR2LJkoGH8) (gratuito, all'aperto) * [https://maps.app.goo.gl/zFaSis5cU7PEMxgC6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/zFaSis5cU7PEMxgC6) (a pagamento, al coperto) ***Treni*** Se venite da Milano: * RegioExpress da Milano Centrale (consigliato, ogni ora al minuto :43, durata 25 min) * S11 da Porta Garibaldi (ogni ora ai minuti :08 e :38, durata 35 min) * S9 da Lambrate (ogni ora ai minuti :26 e :56, durata 35 min) Seregno si trova nella zona tariffaria Mi6 (Ring 6), quindi avrete bisogno di un biglietto che copra le zone 1-6. Se prendete il RE delle 7:43 da Centrale, sarete a Seregno perfettamente in tempo per la colazione da Napoli Bakery :^) Se avete domande sulla logistica, non esitate a contattarmi (@kristoff) sul gruppo Telegram Zig Italia ([https://t.me/ziglang_it](https://t.me/ziglang_it)) o via email (loris@zig.day).

For Chapter 20 of The Milan Playground, we’re switching things up with an Arcade Night. Join us for a fun and energetic Saturday evening filled with friendly competition, laughs, and a bit of playful rivalry. Whether you’re aiming for strikes or just trying to keep the ball out of the gutter, this night is all about enjoying the moment together. Between bowling rounds, we’ll explore the arcade machines, challenge each other, and see who walks away with the bragging rights. 📅 **Date**: Saturday, 21 February 2026 📍 **Location**: Bowling dei fiori, Via Privata Renzo e Lucia 4, 20142 Milan, Italy ⏰ **Time**: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (officially). Bowling starts at 6:30 PM. You’re welcome to stick around and keep the fun going after 8 PM if you’d like—the games don’t have to stop when the clock does! 💰 **Cost**: • Bowling: €9 per person • Laser Tag: €12 per person (20 minutes) • Other arcade games can be paid for directly at the machines. **No prepayment required**—just pay at the venue for what you join in on. No experience needed. No pressure. Just a great social night out. RSVP to join Chapter 20 of The Milan Playground. Let’s roll into another fun chapter. 🎳✨

Continua il nostro sabato adulto di Milano e dintorni con ricco buffet e musica commerciale a 360°. Tavolo riservato con posto a sedere, ingresso con prima consumazione e buffet 20€. Ampio parcheggio gratuito nei dintorni del locale. Consigliato per un età compresa tra 30 e 60 anni. Gradita la conferma ai nostri numeri Enrico 3930134920 melissa 3755058482

Are you ready to meet new people, practice your spoken english and spanish, have a drink and enjoy the evening in a different way? Let's meet up at 19.00 at Pacino cafè for aperitivo, cocktails and for a new evening together !!! Every Saturday night other groups from meetup, tablo and Instagram are coming and with them you will have the possibility of interacting in English, Italian and Spanish 💯 Therefore the number of participants you see registered here is only one part that is coming just from this group 🤩 To find out exactly how many we are, you can contact the organizers a few hours before the event 💌 Aperitivo euro 11 Siete pronti a conoscere nuove persone, conversare in inglese e spagnolo, bere qualcosa e godervi la serata in modo diverso? Ci vediamo alle 19:00 al Pacino cafè per un aperitivo con cocktail e per una nuova serata insieme!!! Ogni sabato sera si uniranno altri gruppi di meetup, tablo e Instagram, con i quali avrete la possibilità di interagire in inglese, italiano e spagnolo 💯 Pertanto, il numero di partecipanti che vedete registrati qui è solo una parte, ossia quelli che provengono solo da questo gruppo 🤩 Per scoprire esattamente quanti siamo, potete contattare gli organizzatori qualche ora prima dell'evento 💌 Aperitivo euro 11

Hello and welcome 😊 This is a recurrent event where we can sit & knit / crochet together for two hours, sipping a cup of coffee and exchanging ideas on the projects we are working on. If you are totally new to knitting & just curious about it, you’re also welcome! Please confirm your presence with the dedicated RSVP, and try avoiding same-day cancellations as we will reserve a table for the event. Hope to see you there! 🧶

ITALIANO Ciao a tutti, questa volta vi propongo una passeggiata ai Giardini della Guastalla. I Giardini hanno una superficie di 12.000m2 e si affacciano su via Francesco Sforza, di fronte all'Università Statale di Milano. Si tratta di uno dei parchi meno estesi di Milano, ma è anche una delle aree verdi più antiche e più belle della città. La passeggiata continuerà in un altro parco vicino.. Dopo la passeggiata, per chi vuole, possiamo bere qualcosa o fare aperitivo. Ci troveremo all'uscita della metro gialla Crocetta M3. Programma Ore 15.30-15.40: Raduno dei partecipanti Ore 15.45: Partenza Trovate tutte le info sui gruppi Telegram e Facebook: - Telegram: https://t.me/+ImpLzLM9vRcyODQ8 - Facebook https://m.facebook.com/groups/1185913102643016/?ref=share Vi aspetto! -------------------- ENGLISH Hi all, this time I propose a walk in Guastalla Gardens. They have an area of ​​12,000sm and are located along Francesco Sforza Street, opposite the University of Milan. It is one of the least extensive parks in Milan, but it is also one of the oldest and most beautiful green areas in the city. The walk will continue in another park.. After the walk, if you want, we can have a drink or happy hour. We will meet at the exit of Crocetta M3 Station of the yellow subway. Program 3.30-3.40pm: Meeting 3.45pm: Departure You can find all the info on Telegram and Facebook groups: - Telegram: https://t.me/+ImpLzLM9vRcyODQ8 - Facebook https://m.facebook.com/groups/1185913102643016/?ref=share See you!

Immerse yourself in the world of matcha in this hands-on workshop, where you'll learn the traditional techniques of preparing and enjoying this vibrant green tea. You’ll explore matcha’s rich history, health benefits, and different grades, while mastering the art of whisking the perfect frothy bowl. Experience a mindful tea ritual and discover how to incorporate this superfood into modern recipes. Whether you’re a tea enthusiast or a curious beginner, this workshop offers a unique blend of culture, flavor, and relaxation. 🍵✨ **Les Amis** is a women-only community of friendly souls. We provide access to hundreds of experiences that explore your passions and connect you with other event participants. **Check our website to learn more, and apply to join our community and events**: [lesamis.cc/apply](https://www.lesamis.cc/apply)

Questo meetup nasce con un obiettivo semplice ma potente: conoscersi e creare connessioni reali tra persone che lavorano o vogliono lavorare nel mondo del video, soprattutto nel contesto dei set. L’idea è creare uno spazio informale dove: 1. incontrare altri professionisti e aspiranti professionisti del settore video e cinema 2. Scoprire che tipo di progetti fanno gli altri 3. condividere competenze, esperienze e idee 4. costruire relazioni che possano trasformarsi in collaborazioni creative, lavori o progetti personali Che tu sia: • direttore della fotografia • regista • montatore • fonico • producer • scenografo • runner • studente • o semplicemente qualcuno che vuole entrare nel mondo dei set sei nel posto giusto. L’obiettivo è far nascere connessioni concrete. Non è una masterclass, non è una presentazione formale, è un momento di networking autentico Se lavori già nel settore o vuoi entrarci, questo evento è per te.

Casual and low-pressure, but we’re also here to improve our game. We rotate regularly, keep it fun, and bring good vibes while respecting the court and each other. We’ll set **balanced teams** before we start. Due to high demand, we play up to 5v5 max (not standard 4v4). **RSVPs close Saturday**. If it’s full, join the waitlist. I’ll message you if a spot opens. Final attendance + teams will be shared in the WhatsApp group. ✅ **RSVP only if you can commit**. **Details** * **Court:** Covered + heated * **Arrive:** 10 minutes early so we start on time * **Cost:** €10.50 per person (card ok; cash as backup) **Important (especially if you’re new)** * Join the WhatsApp group AND message **Ellie** to be added before game day (your spot is confirmed + you get updates). * If it fills up, we’ll prioritize **regular/active Volleyball 4All players** (fair for those who show up consistently). * **Be respectful:** arrive on time, rotate when asked, and bring a team-first attitude so everyone gets a solid run. 💛 **About WE NEED + (MORE) PPL** We’re building a community for adults **25–50** who enjoy real, low-pressure social time. Nothing formal, just show up as you are. **WhatsApp (updates + future games, go to "Volleyball 4All" group):** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FYQt2RrO8VkEsOIJVGpiFW](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FYQt2RrO8VkEsOIJVGpiFW) **Meetup (events + RSVPs):** [https://www.meetup.com/we-need-ppl/](https://www.meetup.com/we-need-ppl/) Keywords: community building, meet new people, make friends, adult friends, introvert-friendly, welcoming group, locals & expats, newcomers in Milan, social meetup, low-pressure social time, Sunday plans, Milan/Milano, Navigli, Porta Venezia, Isola, social sports, recreational volleyball, indoor beach volleyball, mixed levels, beginners welcome, intermediate welcome, skill-building, practice and play.

Hai una passione creativa? O vorresti trovare un' ispirazione? Un Hobby? Crei con le mani o ti piacerebbe iniziare? Giri per mercati e mercatini a tema? spesso finisci per Spendere tutti i tuoi soldi in materiale per creare? Benvenuta nel club 🙂😅 Vieni e condividi con noi la tua passione creativa! Oppure se ancora non la hai ma vorresti proporre un' idea per un prossimo workshop o prendere ispirazione.... unisciti al tavolo creativo ✨ se ti va porta qualche tua creazione 🙂 Facciamo networking creativo! E chissà da cosa nasce cosa perché si sa....le cose belle accadono se ci credi 😉🌻⭐ L' evento è aperto! Non c'è bisogno di essere già creative o hobbiste, condividiamo insieme tempo prezioso per fare nuove amicizie davanti a un dolce 😊 Evento a partecipazione gratuita, vi chiedo la conferma di partecipazione per prenotare il tavolo. Ogni consumazione è a carico del partecipante ☕🍰🍮 Instagram/fb: anahera olistic

Who's in to hang out and play some basketball this Sunday? 😊 Our community member **Manikandan** is hosting a casual, friendly meetup. He’s a **professional basketball player** and would love to bring people together for a relaxed run. No teams yet, the idea is simple: meet at the court, say hi, shoot around, and play low-pressure pick-up with rotations so everyone gets a chance to play. **Date:** Feb 22, 2026 **Time:** 5:30 PM-6:30 PM **Languages:** English + Italian **Location plan (we’ll decide on Saturday ✅)** We’re collecting interest first. If we get enough people, we can consider **renting a court and split the cost**. If we don’t have enough people to rent, **Parco Sempione will be our backup** (meet and play at the public court). To join: **drop a quick RSVP here**, then **join the WhatsApp group and message Ellie** so she can count you in and send the final location + updates. Once we see the numbers, we’ll finalize the plan and share details on Saturday. 💛 **About WE NEED + (MORE) PPL** We’re building a community for adults **25–50** who enjoy real, low-pressure social time. Nothing formal, just show up as you are. **WhatsApp (updates):** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FYQt2RrO8VkEsOIJVGpiFW](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FYQt2RrO8VkEsOIJVGpiFW) **Meetup (events + RSVPs):** [https://www.meetup.com/we-need-ppl/](https://www.meetup.com/we-need-ppl/) #weneedppl #milanmeetup #milanexpats #adultfriends #introvertfriendly #communitymilan #milanbasketball #pickupbasketball #sportmilan #citylifeMilan #ParcoSempione

**All registrations must be completed through our website:** [cinemi.wixsite.com/milan](https://cinemi.wixsite.com/milan) **RSVP only via Meetup will not be accepted.** **Short Overview:** CineMì brings together locals and internationals who love films, culture, and conversation. Once a month, we meet at a cinema in Milan to watch a film in its **original version with Italian subtitles**, followed by a relaxed discussion over a drink in **English**. No film expertise is needed – everyone is welcome! **How it works:** 1. Go to the website 👉 [cinemi.wixsite.com/milan](https://cinemi.wixsite.com/milan) 2. Scroll down to the **Calendar** section and click **Register** 3. Fill out the form with your **name, surname, and email address** 4. You will receive an **automatic confirmation email** 5. Pay the cineclub fee 6. Purchase your **ticket directly with the cinema** 7. And that’s it – see you at the film! 🎬

**Hello Columbus!** **The community is buzzing and growing well.** **We are thrilled to bring our third BrowserStack QA Meetup on March 12th!** We are creating a space for deeper insights, meaningful connections, and a vibe you won't want to miss. **What to expect:** * **Connect:** Network with Columbus' top engineering and QA minds. * **Learn:** Real-world tactics and trends you can use immediately. * **Enjoy:** Food, drinks, and great community spirit. **Agenda** * **[Sam Gomez](https://www.linkedin.com/in/samueljgomez/)** is presenting "AI is more than LLMs: Choosing the right AI for your needs." **RSVP Essential:** Space is limited, and we want to ensure a great experience for everyone. **RSVP now to secure your spot!** 📍 **Venue:** Leading EDJE, 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 📍 **Free Parking:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017 📅 **Date & Time:** March 12, 6:00 PM **Stay Connected!** Want to continue the conversation beyond the meetup? Join our **BrowserStack Discord Server** to get updates, connect with fellow QA professionals, and be part of an ongoing discussion. **Don’t miss out—click below to join!** 🔗 [\[](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[Join the BrowserStack Discord Server](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[\]](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW) **A Few Notes:** ✅ This is an **in-person event** ✅ **RSVP does not guarantee a seat** – A confirmation email will be sent one day before the event. **TALK ABSTRACT:** AI is all the hype these days; however, despite (or maybe because of) the excitement around it, a high percentage of AI projects fail. Projects that are over budget, delayed, or that fail to scale past the POC phase are very common. In many of these scenarios, choosing the right approach can be as critical as the solution itself. Should you build a tailored machine learning model, leverage the power of large language models (LLMs), or integrate with AI copilots? Each option has unique strengths, trade-offs, and resource requirements, and the key to success lies in aligning your choice with your business goals and technical constraints. In this talk, we will go beyond the basic concepts and definitions to provide a practical guide that allows attendees to navigate these decisions through real-world case studies. We will examine scenarios in which different AI paradigms were chosen, discuss the factors that influenced those decisions, and outline the process for evaluating needs, constraints, and outcomes. From assessing data availability and team expertise to balancing cost and scalability, you'll gain insights into the critical considerations that guide the selection process. By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear process for determining whether machine learning, LLMs, or copilots are best suited to your AI challenges and understand the resources and strategies needed to bring your chosen solution to life. This talk is ideal for decision-makers, technical leads, and innovators seeking to demystify AI implementation and maximize the impact of their investments.

**\*\*\*\* More details and sign up at: https://aifalliance.org/summit-2026/ \*\*\*\*** **What is AI Freedom Alliance?** AI Freedom Alliance promotes the responsible growth of AI guided by practical, commonsense ethics. Our nonprofit is built by professionals from a wide range of industries and is made up entirely of small- and mediumbusiness representatives—never large tech companies. We provide a counterbalance to big corporate influence, focusing instead on how AI can benefit businesses and the world at large. **What’s Happening?** ***The inaugural AI Freedom Alliance Summit.*** This full-day event will explore how we can ensure AI is adopted responsibly through shared ethical standards that empower humanity. The summit will feature interactive and educational sessions led by thought leaders, technologists, policymakers, and advocates who are passionate about making AI fair, transparent, and beneficial for everyone. **Why Attend?** Learn about the legal and technical challenges with implementing AI solutions within your organization. Build better solutions while protecting your organization from legal and compliance risks. And learn how to think strategically about AI as a differentiation tool for your business. This summit is highly recommended for C-Suite leaders to learn as well as interact with each other and our sponsors.

Join the Columbus AI community for our quarterly gathering — a casual, community-focused evening where everyone has a chance to share, learn, and connect. These open mic–style events give anyone in the community up to **5 minutes** to present a project, share a tool, pose a question, or offer a perspective on the evolving AI space. No slides required — just a welcoming space to exchange ideas and keep the local AI conversation moving. If you’d like to take the stage, message **Chris (the organizer)** with a **title and short description** of what you’d like to share. 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)

This is an in-person meeting. At this meeting you will get answers to depression and anxiety. Find out the source of them and how to get rid of them. Did you know that unwanted emotions like anxiety, depression, unhappiness, loneliness, hopelessness, anger, fear, or feelings of irritation don’t just fall on you for no reason. They are not random occurrences that simply happen to people's minds. They are definitely not due to a chemical imbalance in your brain from some nebulous chemical reaction "by chance". Your negative emotions are the symptoms of the painful experiences that you have which are not healed, and which are still affecting you. The effects of these painful experiences are exacerbated by the pressures or difficulties of the other problems in your life. Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation of Central Ohio and Church of Scientology of Central Ohio.

As you may or may not know--I didn't until late last year--Aristotle wrote extensively on "friendship" in the Nicomachean Ethics. After 69 years the concept of friendship still creates questions and uncertainty. I had close friends in high school and for a few years after high school but our interests diverged and people moved all over the country so it was hard to maintain connections. * So if I/you haven't talked with a friend for several years, are you still friends? Are we friends who meet at Drunken Philosophy or Omnipresent Atheists? * Can you be friends with someone with whom you have virulently divergent political views? Sartre and Camus could not. * Aristotle regarded friendship as essential to a good life, not merely an added "bonus." Do you agree? * In the Nicomachean Ethics (Books VIII and IX), he claims that wealth and power are meaningless without friends. Trump has wealth and power but seems to have no real friends, but wealth and power seem meaningful to him in perverted ways. Can you have meaning in your life without friends? * Do men and women view and maintain friendships in different ways? * Aristotle categorizes friendship into three types, based on what forms the bond: * **Utility**: Based on mutual benefit, but this type is fragile and ends when the usefulness ceases. * **Pleasure**: Based on shared enjoyment (e.g., humor, hobbies). Common among youth but fades as interests change. * **Virtue (The "Complete" Friendship)**: Based on mutual respect for each other's character and goodness. You wish good for the other for their sake, not yours. * **Key Principles of "True" (Virtuous) Friendship:** * **Permanence**: Virtuous friendships last a lifetime whereas those based on utility and pleasure are fleeting. * **Reciprocity**: Requires mutual goodwill; secret or unreciprocated affection does not qualify. * **The "Second Self"**: A true friend is "another self"—their virtue helps you understand and improve yourself. * **Time and Intimacy**: Deep ("complete") friendships are few, built on time and shared experiences. * **Self-Love and Friendship:** * Good friendship starts with being a friend to yourself. * They distinguish shallow egoism (chasing honors) from real self-love (pursuing virtue). * A virtuous person’s pleasant self-company allows them to be a stable, good friend to others. * Aristotle argues that one's social circle ultimately reflects one's character—a view with striking relevance today. Well--the Drunken Philosophy social circle certainly reflects good character!

[Social Softball 2026 - Calendar - Columbus Ski Club](https://www.columbusskiclub.org/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=686961&item_id=2871538&actr=3) CSC Softball is a competitive but friendly co-ed league. This is CSC’s largest activity with over 200 participants. Each team typically consists of 6 men and 6 women players. Some teams also have a Non-Playing Assistant (NPA) who helps keep score and organize cookouts. **2026 Regular Season:** Thursdays April 30th - July 30th 6:15pm/7:15pm \*No games the week of July 4th\* **End of Season Tournament:** August 8th-August 9th (All Day) \*5 Game Min., 7 Game Max\* **Location:** Anheuser Busch Fields 4990 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43214 **Ratings Clinic:** March 14th or March 21st 10:30am - 11:30am @ Busch Fields \*All New Players must attend 1 of the clinics\* **Team Accouncements:** April 3rd 6:00pm @ Coaches Bar & Grill **Team Practice Dates:** April 16th & April 23rd **Fees:** Coach/Player - $72 Sponsor - $310 Non Playing Assistant/Party Coordinator/Base Coach - $25

**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 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit: From Intent to Implementation* Spec-driven development flips the traditional workflow on its head: instead of code being the source of truth, the specification becomes the backbone of design, collaboration, and delivery. In this session, we’ll explore how GitHub Spec-Kit enables teams to treat specifications as first-class artifacts—living documents that drive architecture, implementation, and verification. You’ll learn how Spec-Kit helps teams clearly express intent using structured, version-controlled specs that live alongside code. We’ll walk through a practical workflow that starts with defining system behavior and constraints, then progressively refines those specs into testable, automatable outcomes. Along the way, we’ll show how specs can reduce ambiguity, improve cross-functional collaboration, and make design decisions explicit before a single line of production code is written. This talk will cover: --What spec-driven development is (and what it isn’t) --How GitHub Spec-Kit fits into modern developer workflows --Using specs to align product, engineering, and AI-assisted development --Real-world examples of turning specs into implementations with confidence Whether you’re building greenfield systems, integrating AI into your stack, or trying to reduce costly rework, spec-driven development offers a scalable way to move faster without sacrificing clarity. Attendees will leave with concrete patterns and a clear mental model for adopting GitHub Spec-Kit in their own projects. **YouTube Link** TBA