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FlutterLDN / June 10th @ BT
*We have limited space, but we will do our best to record the event and publish on our [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_a-vGdkAIRMKT1zzZ4I2ag) soon afterwards.*
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Flutter London will be back with another exciting event for 2026!
We look forward to seeing some familiar and new faces.
We are excited to announce the next FlutterLDN on ***Wednesday 10th June*** is being hosted at [BT](https://www.bt.com/about), (thanks go to [Few&Far](https://www.fewandfar.io/) for helping to arrange this).
We're thrilled to deliver the familiar setup we all cherish and enjoy. Join us for an evening filled with insightful talks, networking opportunities, and a delightful surprise spread of food and drinks, thoughtfully put together by [George](https://georgemedve.co.uk/) and [Tom](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomshannon1/) team - guaranteed to impress and satisfy.
**The venue address is:**
BT - One Braham
1 Braham St, London E1 8EE
maps: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/UdexaanKGxCYGASM7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/UdexaanKGxCYGASM7)
โฐ **Schedule:**
[6:00pm] Arrival & registration
[6:15pm] Drinks and snacks and socialising (sponsored by BT and Few&Far)
[6:45pm] Introduction from FlutterLDN and [Few&Far](https://www.fewandfar.io/)
[7:00pm] **Talk 1:** Morgan McKenzie \| dart:ffi
[7:45pm] **Talk 2:** Renan Araujo \| Bringing AI to Life with Shaders and FFI
[8:30pm] Q&A and networking
[9:00pm] Drinks and chat: TBD
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๐**Talks and Speaker Information:**
**// ๐ Talk 1:** Morgan McKenzie \| How to use FFI to integrate 3rd party non\-dart libraries
* build hooks, allowing for building sources (i.e. c code) alongside the library/plugin
* FFIGen for Swift/Objc
* JNIGen for Java/Kotlin
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*Tags: FFI, iOS, Native, Flutter Android, Desktop*
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// Morgan's Links
Github: [https://github.com/rmtmckenzie](https://github.com/rmtmckenzie)
X/Twitter: ---
LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rmtmckenzie](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rmtmckenzie)
**// ๐ Talk 2:** Renan Araujo \| Discover how to use Dart FFI and shaders to build a living particle system\. We'll explore creating a dynamic AI persona that pushes Flutter's performance limits\.
*Tags:* Flutter, Dart, FFI, InterOp
// links:
Web: [https://renan.gg](https://renan.gg)
LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/renancaraujo/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/renancaraujo/)
Mastodon: [@renan@fluttercommunity.social](https://fluttercommunity.social/@renan)
X/Twitter: [https://x.com/reNotANumber](https://x.com/reNotANumber)
Github: [https://github.com/renancaraujo/](https://github.com/renancaraujo/photo_view)
**FlutterLDN:**
BlueSky: [https://bsky.app/profile/flutterldn.dev](https://bsky.app/profile/flutterldn.dev)
X/Twitter us @FlutterLDN [https://x.com/FlutterLDN](https://x.com/FlutterLDN)
Flutter London YouTube channel: [http://bit.ly/2yZLTTb](http://bit.ly/2yZLTTb)
See you there!
**[George Medve](https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgemedve/)** is Professional Mobile App Consultant and building and scaling teams for success.
**[fewandfar](https://www.fewandfar.io/)** is a Tech, Product, Data and Design recruitment company, **[Tom Shannon](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomshannon1/)** who heads up mobile hiring and will be at the event.
Scala Talks: Ports and Adapters & Complexity is a Sin
๐ Come along to the London Scala Talks for a deep dive into functional architecture! ๐
In this event you'll hear from David Lebl and Przemysลaw Pokrywka.
**Agenda**
6:00pm - ๐ฅค Doors open. Come along and grab a drink!
6:35pm - ๐ฃ๏ธ Introduction
6:40pm - ๐ฃ๏ธ Przemysลaw Pokrywka: Ports and Adapters for People on Tight Schedules
7:20pm - ๐ Intermission: Join us for some free food and drinks! Vegan and vegetarian options are provided. Let us know if you'd like something special - we'd be happy to accommodate.
7:50pm - ๐ฃ๏ธ David Lebl: Complexity is a Sin, But Hexagons Forgive
8:30pm - ๐ฅค Socialising: Grab a drink and let's discuss the talks.
9:00pm - ๐ป Join us in a pub to discuss the talks!
๐ **This event will not have a live stream**
We hope to see you there in person.
**๐ฃ๏ธ Przemysลaw Pokrywka: Ports and Adapters for People on Tight Schedules**
Focus on software architecture is not always associated with pragmatism in common perception. Terms such as architecture astronautics and the ivory tower stereotype highlight the perceived disconnect between many architects and the realities of day-to-day code maintenance. Too often, architectural patterns are applied with insufficient understanding, leading to cargo-cult adoption and increased waste in the software development process. When applied in the right context, however, certain architectural approaches can be powerful enablers. In this talk, I would like to share the story of a serverless application in which elements of the Ports and Adapters architecture made a tangible, positive difference.
โญ Przemysลaw Pokrywka โญ
Husband, dad, grandad, software engineer. Functional Scala enthusiast with imperative OOP Java background. Fan of the command line.
**๐ฃ๏ธ David Lebl: Complexity is a Sin, But Hexagons Forgive**
A visual journey from spaghetti to sanity. This talk traces how cognitive load accumulates in unconstrained codebases, how domain-driven design and bounded contexts restore order, and how hexagonal architecture provides a practical, forgiving structure for real-world systems โ all laid out on a single zoomable canvas where every example links back to the bigger picture.
โญ David Lebl โญ
David is a software developer with a CS background and 5 years of Scala and FP experience. He leads a small team, occasionally survives his own accidental complexity, and is here to share what he learned the hard way.
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๐ฃ๏ธ Would you like to present, but are not sure how to start? Give a talk with us and you'll receive mentorship from a trained toastmaster! Get in touch through [this form](https://forms.gle/zv5i9eeto1BsnSwe8) and we'll get you started
๐ก Interested in hosting or supporting us? Please get in touch through [this form](https://forms.gle/3SX3Bm6zHqVodBaMA) and we can discuss how you can get involved.
๐ All London Scala User Group events operate under the [Scala Community Code of Conduct](https://www.scala-lang.org/conduct/).
We encourage each of you to report the breach of the conduct, either anonymously through [this form](https://forms.gle/9PMMorUWgBnbk1mm6) or by contacting one of our team members. We guarantee privacy and confidentiality, as well as that we will take your report seriously and react quickly.
Gigs and Drinks ๐๐ป: TRAINWRECK @ O'Neils in Soho (Ticketed)
๐ Something is happening...
The best way I can describe it is like one member said to me:
'Tim - It's like freshers week, every week, but better, with bands and stuff...'
and that's how it's been over the last 7 years since we created this group. It's honestly the most fun we've had and I'm inviting everyone of you because something's been happening for a while now and you just don't know about it...It's a Showcase of some of the Best London bands playing their music in London - and it's also a MEETUP group, so you can watch the gig with a mix of regular members and newcomers. Feel free to come on your own or bring your friends and meet new people. Look for the 'MEETUP SIGN' or ask the Host on the Door when you arrive. It's an awesome line-up and at one of the Top Venues in London - Great place for a beer, meet new people and see some amazing unsigned bands! ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐ป
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โผ๏ธ THE ULTIMATE LONDON GIG MEETUP! โผ๏ธ
LONDON MUSIC SHOWCASE Presents:
**ONEILLS in SOHO - FLAMINGO ROOM**
June 10th WEDNESDAY
[TRAINWRECK](https://linktr.ee/trainwreck.band?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=8bc68278-955e-4f1c-90b6-d429b1a72340 "https://linktr.ee/trainwreck.band?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=8bc68278-955e-4f1c-90b6-d429b1a72340")
[PUNCH DRUNK PIRATES](https://www.instagram.com/punchdrunkpirates?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== "https://www.instagram.com/punchdrunkpirates?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==")
LAST HARBOURS
[KAFIRAT](https://www.instagram.com/kafiratofficial?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== "https://www.instagram.com/kafiratofficial?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==")
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There aren't enough emojis for this, so I'll keep it simple: BE THERE.
If you've been to the MEET-UPS over the last 7 years, you'll know what it's all about so come down, bring your friends, bring your foes, cancel your wedding, book Granny out of the retirement home. Whatever it takes, she won't want miss it ๐๐ป
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WHATSAPP GROUP:
We're a friendly mix; English, French, Australian, Portuguese, Italian, Spanish and Japanese people so I'm sure you will meet someone that shares a passion for Rocking Music. Don't worry if attendance looks low, we are meeting other Meetup / WhatsApp / Facebook Groups and a lot of my friends don't RSVP. I can also add you to the Event's WHATSAPP GROUP if you are interested in joining - Just message me your number.
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\*\*\*IMPORTANT\*\*\*
This is a TICKETED EVENT:
If you would like to come, simply message me directly through this Group and I will send you the details on how to download a DISCOUNTED TICKET (Click my profile - there is an icon at the top for Private Messages)
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DISCLAIMER:
I work for the Venue / Promoters. It's just for fun nights and meeting people. We are not responsible for you or your belongings. By attending this event you agree to waiver liability for the Host :) Please bring ID to events as some are 18+. You may appear in photos/videos of the gig. Thank you
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All Gig Meetups here ๐โผ๏ธ๐
[https://dice.fm/promoters/london-music-showcase-6ko3](https://dice.fm/promoters/london-music-showcase-6ko3)
[https://www.instagram.com/londonmusicshowcase/](https://www.instagram.com/londonmusicshowcase/)
[https://www.meetup.com/London-Music-Showcase-Gigs-Drinks/](https://www.meetup.com/London-Music-Showcase-Gigs-Drinks/)
[https://www.facebook.com/LondonMusicShowcase](https://www.facebook.com/LondonMusicShowcase)
๐Volleyball Game๐Leytonstone ๐ถ Mixed Ability
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/49011
**Game Description:**
Drills and Games for Lower Intermediate level on a smaller court. Led by a club's coach and open to 6-8 club members and 6 players from Sportas.
**Rules**
Respect all participants and have fun! Everyone plays all the time, no waiting around.
Fems and Thems Social
Join us for our weekly Fems and Thems Climbing Social, a welcoming space for women and non-binary climbers to connect, climb, and have fun! Whether you're new to climbing or a seasoned pro, this social is all about building a supportive community and celebrating our shared love for the sport.
This is a relaxed, no-pressure environment designed to help you enjoy climbing while meeting like-minded people.
Open to all women and non-binary folks aged 18 and over.
Cost: ยฃ16 regular peak time entry at Bethwall Climbing centre (ยฃ2 registration fee might apply) + ยฃ4 rental shoes (chalk is provided
Come solo or bring a friend โ everyone is welcome! Letโs climb, chat, and share some good vibes.
We canโt wait to see you there!
For any questions or accessibility inquiries, feel free to contact us in advance.
๐Volleyball Drills + games๐Canary Wharf ๐ถMid Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/49775
**Game Description:**
๐ Drills led by experienced players who also join the session.
๐ช Intense volleyball skills practice for individuals.
๐ฎ Drills and game setting.
๐ Positive co-learning environment for rapid improvement.
๐ Access to 18 volleyballs.
**Rules**
\- point to 15
\- max 2 games in a row
\- 3 team of 6 players
\- modified games situation might be applied depending on situation \(5:1\, modified 5:1 or 6:2 etc\.\)
๐Volleyball Drills + Games๐Leyton ๐ถLower Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/48851
**Game Description:**
๐ Drills led by experienced players who also join the session.
๐ช Intense volleyball skills practice for individuals.
๐ฎ Drills and game setting.
๐ Positive co-learning environment for
rapid improvement.
๐ Access to 18 volleyballs.
**Rules**
\- point to 15
\- max 2 games in a row
\- 3 team of 6 players
\- modified games situation might be applied depending on situation \(5:1\, modified 5:1 or 6:2 etc\.\)
\*Privacy policy for drills and games sessions\*
You may not record any footage or take photos during the session unless explicitly authorised by the organisers.
Android Events This Week
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IO Extended London 2026
โJoin us for an exciting gathering to celebrate Google I/O Extended 2026 with the GDG London community!
โThis event will bring together developers, tech enthusiasts, and industry experts to share key highlights and innovations, including those unveiled just a few weeks ago at Google I/O 2026. You'll have the opportunity to hear and ask questions of expert speakers, and participate in hands-on workshops and engage in insightful discussions.
โWe'll cover the latest in AI , Android, Web, Cloud, and more technologies. Whether you're a seasoned developer or new to Google's tech ecosystem, this event is packed with valuable content to enhance your knowledge and network. Come and connect with like-minded individuals, expand your tech skills, and be a part of the vibrant GDG London community.
โDon't miss out on this chance to learn and grow with usโregister now to secure your spot!
Agenda
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Hosted By
Goran Minov, Regional Technical Strategist | GDG Organizer
I am a Cyber Security Architect specialising in Identity & Access Management (IAM). My passion lies in architecting secure Google Cloud solutions and building Android applications.
I currently serve as a Senior Technical Account Manager at Okta. As a key member of the customer success team, I'm dedicated to ensuring customers fully maximise the value of their Okta investment, focusing on automation and efficiency within their identity and access management solutions. With a background that spans various technical and leadership roles, I bring deep expertise in transforming complex identity challenges into streamlined, secure, and user-friendly experiences.
Stefan Cornea, GDG Organizer
Chris Bouloumpasis, GDG Organizer
Sara Mita Gabriel, Team Member
Renuka Kelkar, GDG Organizer
Sumith Damodaran, PM / GDG Organizer
Tom Colvin, Organiser
Tom Colvin is CTO of Apptaura, the app development specialists; and founder of Conseal Security, the mobile app security experts. He has been a developer for over 20 years and worked with Android since Cupcake. He is a Google Developer Expert in Android.
Mihaela Peneva,
Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-london-presents-io-extended-london-2026/.
๐ฅBuild Your First Mobile App with AI (Vibe Coding) โ In Just 4 Weekends
โก *No coding? No problem. Just bring your idea.*
โก *From Idea โ Real App โ Store-Ready โ In 4 Weekends*
โก This is a **hands-on, instructor-led workshop experience** where participants **build a real mobile app step-by-step with expert guidance**.
# ๐๏ธ **Program Structure (4 Weekends)**
**๐งฉ Weekend 1 โ Foundations + Environment Setup**
* **13/06/2026 Saturday - Time:** 09:00 โ 13:00
* **14/06/2026 Sunday - Time:** 09:00 โ 13:00
**๐ค Weekend 2 โ Vibe Coding & Prompt Engineering**
* **20/06/2026 Saturday - Time:** 09:00 โ 13:00
* **21/06/2026 Sunday - Time:** 09:00 โ 13:00
โ๏ธ **Weekend 3 โ Build Real Features**
* **27/06/2026 Saturday - Time:** 09:00 โ 13:00
* **28/06/2026 Sunday - Time:** 09:00 โ 13:00
๐ **Weekend 4 โ Launch & Go Live**
* **04/07/2026 Saturday - Time:** 09:00 โ 13:00
* **05/08/2026 Sunday - Time:** 09:00 โ 13:00
**Format:** Hands-on, project-based, real product
# ๐ฃ **Paid event** ๐ call for booking
***
## ๐ **Standard Ticket: ยฃ549** ๐ท
## ๐ **Early Bird: ยฃ499** ๐ท
## ๐ WhatsApp: +44 (0) 7470914266
# ๐๏ธ **Program Details**
***
## ๐งฉ **Weekend 1 โ Foundations + Environment Setup**
**Theme:** *โSet Yourself Up Like a Proโ*
* Mobile app fundamentals (simple & practical)
* iOS & Android ecosystem explained
* Guided setup:
* Node.js, Expo, React Native
* Android Emulator + iOS overview
* First app launch (live with instructor)
* Intro to Git & project structure
* First AI-assisted feature
โ
**Outcome:** Your app is running on your device
***
## ๐ค **Weekend 2 โ Vibe Coding & Prompt Engineering**
**Theme:** *โAI is Your Senior Developerโ*
* Vibe Coding methodology (real workflow)
* Prompt engineering for developers:
* Structured prompts
* Debugging prompts
* UI generation prompts
* Build:
* Navigation
* Screens
* Components
* Live:
* โBuild feature with AIโ
* โFix bug with AIโ
โ
**Outcome:** Multi-screen working app
***
## โ๏ธ **Weekend 3 โ Build Real Features**
**Theme:** *โTurn Your Idea Into a Productโ*
* React Native essentials:
* Components, state, hooks
* API integration (real-world data)
* Forms & user interaction
* Local storage
* AI as:
* Code reviewer
* Refactoring assistant
* Performance optimizer
โ
**Outcome:** Functional app with real features
***
## ๐ **Weekend 4 โ Launch & Go Live**
**Theme:** *โShip It Like a Proโ*
* UI/UX polishing
* Testing basics
* App Store & Google Play walkthrough
* Build & publish (Expo)
* Preparing:
* Icons
* Screenshots
* Descriptions
* Career guidance:
* Portfolio building
* CV enhancement
* Next steps in tech
โ
**Final Outcome:**
* ๐ฑ Your own mobile app
* ๐ Store-ready build
* ๐ผ Portfolio-ready project
***
# ๐ง What Makes This Different?
* โ No passive learning
* โ No endless theory
* โ No โwatch and forgetโ
โ Instructor-guided building
โ AI-powered workflow
โ Real product outcome
โ Industry mindset
***
# ๐ก Example Project Ideas (let them choose)
* AI-powered To-Do App
* Habit Tracker
* Simple Social App
* Expense Tracker
* Event / Meetup App (aligned with your brand ๐)
## ๐ฏ Who is this for?
* Beginners with **zero coding experience**
* Career changers entering tech
* Students & juniors wanting a **real project**
* Anyone curious about **AI-powered development**
#
***
# Social Media
***
## zero2hero.net - Technology Training Center
WhatsApp: +44 (0) 7470914266
E-mail: info@zero2hero.net
Address: Unit 15 Castle Square, 40 Elephant Rd, London SE17 1EU
๐ฌ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/zero2hero-meta
๐ฆ Twitter: https://twitter.com/zero2hero_uk
๐ธ Instagram for training: https://www.instagram.com/zero2hero.training
๐ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/senrasim
๐ Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/zero2hero
๐๏ธ Eventbrite: https://zero2hero-meta.eventbrite.com
Casual Musicians: The hassle-free way to join a band and play live
**๐
Book your time here:**
[www.betheband.org/book-online](http://www.betheband.org/book-online)
๐ **Exact location sent after booking**
๐ธ **BetheBand Meet & Greet โ Come Play & Say Hi** ๐ค
Curious what itโs like to be in a band again?
BetheBand is a London-based music programme for amateur to intermediate musicians who want to rehearse regularly, improve as players, and perform live โ **without the hassle of organising bands, rehearsal rooms, or gigs yourself**.
๐ค **Whatโs the meet & greet?**
This is a relaxed introduction โ **not an audition**.
Youโll play **one song** with a backing track alongside one of our band directors ๐ถ
You can **play whatever you like**, or choose from a **short song list** if you want some inspiration ๐
Itโs friendly and low-pressure โ just a chance for us to get to know your level, taste, and goals, and for you to see if BetheBand feels right for you.
๐ **What happens if you join?**
๐ฏ Matched with musicians at your level
๐๏ธ Weekly rehearsals in a central London studio
๐ผ Guided by a professional musician as your band director
๐ค Perform a full live set for friends & family at the end of an 8-week term
๐ถ **Who itโs for**
๐ธ Guitarists โข ๐ธ Bassists โข ๐ค Vocalists โข ๐ฅ Drummers โข ๐น Keyboard players
โน๏ธ **Practical details**
๐ Central London (address sent after sign-up)
๐ท ยฃ15 meet & greet slot (non-refundable)
โณ Limited slots โ book a time that works for you
If youโve been playing on your own and miss making music *with* people, this is an easy, no-pressure way to take the first step ๐ถโจ
Cloud Native, Open Source & AI Conf
Join us for the **Cloud Native & Open Source AI Conference**, a full-day, in-person event bringing together engineers, architects, platform teams, AI practitioners, technical leaders, and open-source communities working at the intersection of **cloud-native infrastructure, open-source AI, and production-scale systems**.
**MAKE SURE TO REGISTER HERE: https://www.communitystack.io/conferences/cloud-native-london USE CODE: CommunityStack for a free ticket**
## Opening Keynote
**Evolving the Kubernetes User Experience: More Intuitive, More Extensible, More Agentic**
With:
**Andrew Randall** โ Principal PM, Office of the CPO, Microsoft
**Pal Lakatos-Toth** โ Senior Product Manager, Microsoft
Kubernetes has become the default platform for modern workloads, and increasingly for AI systems. This keynote will explore how the Kubernetes user experience is evolving for both humans learning the platform and AI agents operating within it, with a focus on usability, governance and production readiness.
## Full Conference Programme
**09:00 โ 09:30**
Doors Open
**09:30 โ 10:15**
Opening Keynote: *Evolving the Kubernetes User Experience: More Intuitive, More Extensible, More Agentic*
Andrew Randall, Microsoft
Pal Lakatos-Toth, Microsoft
**10:15 โ 11:00**
Panel: *From HFT to Enterprise Banking: The Talent War for Cloud Native, Open Source and AI Engineers*
Moderated by Ethan Sumner, Community Stack
Craig Whiting, RLS Search
Jon Freedman, Quant Fin
**11:30 โ 12:00**
*The Massively Parallel Agent Stack*
Peter Bhabra, Doubleword
**12:00 โ 12:30**
*Controlling AI Agent Access in Cloud-Native Engineering Workflows*
Viola Lykova, nuclecode
**12:30 โ 13:00**
*Preventing Silent Interpretation Errors at Scale*
Maebh Booth, Senior Engineering Leader, Former M&S
**14:00 โ 14:30**
*Prompt Driven Platforms: The Future of Self-Service Infrastructure*
Salman Iqbal & Amir Tayabali, Appvia
**14:30 โ 15:00**
*Platform as a Product: What Happens When We Treat Security as a User?*
Hannah Foxwell, Bimp
**15:00 โ 15:30**
*Beyond the Portal: Architecting AI-Native Platforms with CNOE and MCP*
Hossein Salahi, Liquid Reply
**16:00 โ 16:45**
*Intro to Apache Kafka on Aiven: From Managed Simplicity to Inkless Architectures*
Hugh Evans, Aiven
**16:45 โ 17:15**
Closing Keynote: *The Age of โBig Techโ is Over*
Sean M Tracey, Mitchell Technologies
**17:15 โ 17:30**
Closing Remarks
Ethan Sumner, Community Stack
Mercedes Moxon Greenfield, Community Stack
## Speakers
We are delighted to welcome an exceptional speaker lineup, including:
Andrew Randall โ Principal PM, Office of the CPO, Microsoft
Pal Lakatos-Toth โ Senior Product Manager, Microsoft
Peter Bhabra โ Member of Technical Staff, Doubleword
Viola Lykova โ Senior Software Engineer, nuclecode
Hannah Foxwell โ Co-Founder, Bimp
Sean M Tracey โ Founding Technologist, Mitchell Technologies
Craig Whiting โ Director, RLS Search
Jon Freedman โ Chief Technology Officer, Quant Fin
Ben Davison โ Founder, Axiologik
Salman Iqbal โ Solutions Architect, Appvia
Amir Tayabali โ Tech Lead, Appvia
Maebh Booth โ Senior Engineering Leader, Former M&S
Hossein Salahi โ Senior Principal Engineer, Liquid Reply
Jon Shanks โ CEO, Appvia
Hugh Evans โ Senior Product Advocate, Aiven
Ethan Sumner โ Co-Founder & CEO, Community Stack
Mercedes Moxon Greenfield โ Co-Founder & CTO, Community Stack
## Sponsors and Partners
This conference is made possible through the support of our sponsors and partners:
**Headline Sponsor**
BrainStation
**Platinum Sponsors**
Overmind
Appvia
Harvey Nash
Axiologik
**AI Native Sponsor**
Nearform
**Supporting Sponsors and Partners**
RLS Search
Doubleword
Postman
X4 Group
Engaging Data
BIMP
Aiven
If you'd like to get involved with a future event, please email: ethan.sumner@communitystack.io
๐Volleyball Sessions๐Canning Town๐ถMid Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/49608
**Game Description:**
Come and join a mid intermediate session in Canning Town
๐จDirections๐จ
๐Enter via Morgan Street
๐ถโโ๏ธ5 minute walk from Canning Town Station๐ Free car parking on site
๐ฟ Showers, changing rooms, water fountain & toilets are present
**Rules**
\- 3 teams of 6
\- Games to 15 points
\- Max 2 games in a row
\- Please be kind and respectful to all players ๐งก
๐Volleyball Game๐Poplar ๐ถLower Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/49697
**Game Description:**
๐ฎ Warm up and game only setting.
๐ Positive environment.
Rules
\- point to 15
\- max 2 games in a row
\- 3 team of 6 players
\- modified games situation might be applied depending on situation \(5:1\, modified 5:1 or 6:2 etc\.\)
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\*Privacy policy for games only sessions\*
By attending this game session, you agree to the following:
\* Video recordings/photos are allowed only during free game\* sessions
\* Attending implies consent to potentially being recorded by other participants
\* Any videos must only be shared via private links
\* Distribution limited to session participants only
\* Explicit consent required for any public sharing
\* Respect others' privacy and comfort
\*Please contact the co-organisers if you have any questions about the policy.
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AI Improv: letโs build a game together with Claude Code, Codex, and Gemini and b
We are going to build together with all the CLIs! E will be doing it at Columbus Code and Coffee
Agenda
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Hosted By
James Power, Organizer
Pete Gordon, Organizer
Just a Software Guy in the age of the Internet.
Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-columbus-presents-ai-improv-lets-build-a-game-together-with-claude-code-codex-and-gemini-and-be-the-judge/.
Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code - Alan Barber
**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**
*Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code*
Visual Studio Code is one of the most widely used development environments today, and much of its flexibility comes from its extension ecosystem. Extensions allow developers to customize the editor with new features, integrations, and workflow improvements tailored to their needs.
In this session, weโll cover what extensions are and the different types available, including full extensions written in TypeScript or JavaScript, along with lighter-weight extensions such as color themes, language packs, language support, code snippets, and keymaps. Weโll also look at practical reasons a developer might create an extension, from automating repetitive tasks to adding custom tooling.
The session includes a hands-on walkthrough of creating a new extension, testing it locally, and understanding the basic project structure. Weโll close with a brief overview of how extensions are packaged and published to the Visual Studio Marketplace and other distribution options.
**YouTube Link**
TBD
Candle Making Night at The Arcane Foundry | Design Your Own Custom Candle
## Candle Making Night at The Arcane Foundry \| Design Your Own Custom Candle
**SPECIAL PROMOTION**: Buy 3 and get 1 Free!
Step into The Arcane Foundry and create your own custom candle from start to finish. This is a laid back, hands-on experience where **youโll blend fragrances, choose your vessel, and pour your own candle using 100% soy wax**. Whether youโre coming solo or with friends, itโs designed to be simple, creative, and a good time.
Weโll walk you through the entire process, from picking your scents to choosing between a traditional cotton wick or a crackling wood wick. You can go with one fragrance or mix your own blend to create something completely unique**. No experience needed**, just show up and weโll handle the rest.
While your candle sets, feel free to hang out, play a game, explore the shop, or just relax and talk. Drinks and snacks are available, and the atmosphere leans into the **fantasy**, **dark academia**, and **gothic horror** vibe The Arcane Foundry is known for.
Learn More: [Candle Making in Columbus, Ohio at The Arcane Foundry](https://thearcanefoundry.com/candle-making/)
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### What to Expect:
* Guided candle making experience
* Choose your own vessel, wax, wick, and fragrance
* 100% soy wax candles
* Optional drinks and snacks
* Time to relax while your candle cools
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### Important Notes:
* Please arrive on time so we can start together
* Candles will need time to set before taking home
* This is a beginner-friendly event
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### RSVP Required
Reserve your spot on Meetup to lock in your seat.
**Candle Making** (includes vessel, your choice of wick, wax, scented oil, labels and lids)
5oz Glass Jars $15
8oz Candle Tins $25
12oz Glass Candles $35
12oz Amber Jars $40
16 oz Skull or Jack o Lantern Candle Mugs $65 (Limited Edition!)
**All materials included. You just bring yourself (and your drink of choice).**
**Payments accepted:**
* Credit Card
* Venmo: @Daclaud-Lee
* Cashapp: $DaclaudL
Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio!
The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us!
And yes, there will be free food.
Please RSVP via [Microsoft Build //localhost:columbus | Microsoft Reactor](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27247/).
June 2026 AWS Columbus - Topic to be announced
Topic to be announced.
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com
NSCoder Night
We've moved to guild.host Look for us there.
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