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KSUG.AI Australia #57 - Melbourne Meetup @AWS - 4 Mar 2026
**Register now to attend! =>** [https://konfhub.com/ksug-au-2026-03-04](https://konfhub.com/ksug-au-2026-03-04) **<=**
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We're excited to welcome you to the upcoming **KSUG.AI Australia Meetup** — happening both in-person at at Amazon and online via [Zoom](https://linktr.ee/ksug.ai)! 🎉
We're actively seeking more awesome AI topic speakers!
👉 [https://speaker.ksug.ai](https://speaker.ksug.ai)
**Agenda and topics preview:**
* Food, drinks and Socializing
* Welcome / Introductions by the Organizers @**[KSUG.AI](https://ksug.ai/?ref=meet)**
* **Topic 1:** Beyond Patching: Why Distroless is Your Last Line of Defense Against 0-Days by **[Andrew Dean](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ad7/)**, Enterprise SE @**[Chainguard](https://www.chainguard.dev/)**
* **Topic 2:** Managing Kubernetes at scale with ClusterAPI, GitOps, and NKP by **[Chris Porter](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrchrisporter/)**, Principal SA @**[Nutanix](https://www.nutanix.com/)**
* **Topic 3:** Era of Resource Efficient AI Models by **[Om Subrato Dey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/om-subrato-dey/)**, Incoming Master of IT with AI @**UoM**
* **Quiz time:** nice swags giveaways
Food and drinks will be provided between **5.30 and 6 pm** on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a great opportunity to learn and network with our peers. Thanks to our sponsors @**[Amazon](https://aws.com/)**, @**[KodeKloud](https://ksug.ai/kk/?ref=meet)**, **[Nutanix](https://www.nutanix.com/)** and **[Chainguard](https://www.chainguard.dev/)**!
**[Register here](https://konfhub.com/ksug-au-2026-03-04) to secure your spot!** See you all there!
**Location:** Amazon MEL12, Level 13.304 [555 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Kbi13GZqj2zDqDz2A)
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MEL MLOps Community #16 | Generative AI in Games and Getting Hired
We’re excited to kick off 2026 with our first **Melbourne MLOps Community Meetup** of the year!
This event is extra special! For the first time, we’re featuring a married duo, Mr. and Mrs. Badawy. And what better day to announce it than Valentine’s Day? 🚀✨
**🎤 Speakers**
We’re thrilled to introduce:
**\- Luke Badawy**, Generative AI Engineering Manager *at* Commonwealth Bank. Luke is a seasoned Software Engineer and self-proclaimed AI nerd with years of industry experience. In his talk, *Generating Games Using Only Gen AI*, Luke will explore a fascinating and often overlooked frontier in Generative AI — game generation.
**\- Natalie Badawy**, Talent Acquisition Specialist *at* Andromeda.
Described by Mr. Badawy as “Initiative Lord 9000,” Natalie is the co-founder of "What the Heck is Tech (?)" and co-organiser of "Melbourne Talent Meetup"*.* With deep experience in the tech recruitment landscape, she’ll share a recruiter’s-eye view of how the job market is evolving in the age of AI and ML in her talk: *How to Get Hired in the AI/ML Era*.
**Networking**
The Melbourne MLOps Community is committed to fostering a space where AI/ML engineers and practitioners can connect, exchange ideas, and build meaningful relationships.
Come ready to discuss:
* The tools you’re experimenting with
* Trends you’re seeing in ML and MLOps
* Challenges you’re tackling
* Ways to find peer support
We’ll have food, drinks, and the perfect space for great conversations — so feel free to bring along anyone interested in ML, MLOps, or AI more broadly.
**Agenda**
🍕 **5:30pm** – Networking, drinks & food
🙋 **6:00pm** – Welcome
🎤 **6:10pm** – Presentation by Luke
❓ **6:30pm** – Questions for Luke
🎤 **6:40pm** – Presentation by Natalie
❓ **7:00pm** – Questions for Natalie
🍻 **7:10pm onwards** – Networking, drinks & food
We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
**P.S.** If you can’t make it in person, we’ll be streaming the event via Google Meet.
Google Meet link: [https://meet.google.com/fxh-hpsg-ryt](https://meet.google.com/fxh-hpsg-ryt)
BrowserStack QA Meetup Melbourne - March
Hello Melbourne,
We’re excited to host our next BrowserStack QA meetup in Melbourne. an evening of practical insights on how AI is reshaping software quality, security, and developer workflows at scale.
Come for sharp talks from industry leaders, stay for dinner and networking with the local QA, security, and engineering community.
Agenda:
**6:00 PM**: Open doors and introduction
**6:30 PM - 7:10 PM**: Will be Updated soon
**7:30 PM:** Dinner and networking
**Few notes:**
**🔹 This will be an In-Person event**
**Mark your calendars and reserve your spot now! We can't wait to see you there!**
**Note- RSVP doesn't confirm your seat, We will be sending the confirmation email one day prior to the Meetup to confirm your seat.**
Wednesday Night Chill Run
Let's have fun while watching the night view with our friends!
🏃♂️Training menu🏃♂️
Every Wednesday 6:00p.m~
Fed Square Assembly
【https://maps.app.goo.gl/zmPQ6U533pUDcNSA9?g_st=ic】
If you have luggage, please consider using the lockers at the station.
💥40~60 min Jog+Walk
Pace: Easy pace, suitable for beginners. If you got tired, let's walk together.
【schedule】
6:00 p.m Gathering
6:10 p.m Start
7:00 p.m End of training
Challengers we are waiting for you 😊
[FREE]Language exchange! Make friends & practice English🇦🇺🇬🇧🇫🇷🇯🇵🇮🇳🇫🇷
**📣IMPORTANT📣:** registrations are essential! Attendees that have not registered will be charged $5 to enter. For FREE entry, get your membership below:
[https://bit.ly/LanguageExchangeMembership-FluentFast](https://bit.ly/LanguageExchangeMembership-FluentFast)
**== Find someone to practice with before the event ==**
(Optional:) post the language you're learning (and teaching language) in the comments so the right people can connect with you. E.g. a comment like: "#learnFrench #teachEnglish seeyou all soon :-)".
**Overview:**
Every week, over 150 people from 23+ countries meet at out language exchange to practice a new language and make new friends over a beer.🍻
The first thing you will notice when you go to New To Melbourne is the great community atmosphere; people in our group are friendly and helpful and always welcoming of new group members. I hope you can bring a friend and join us for some language practice :-)
Our language exchange is free and runs every We3ednesday night, there's cheap food & drinks if you arrive at 6pm and want some dinner ;-)🍻🍟
**If you want to attend:**
Event cost: **FREE**! (you must register for free entry: [https://bit.ly/LanguageExchangeMembership-FluentFast](https://bit.ly/LanguageExchangeMembership-FluentFast))
**First Time? / What is a language exchange?**
If you've never been to a language exchange (many people haven't) we wrote an article for first timers (based on our 8+ years of running language exchanges). It's a comprehensive article and well worth reading:
[https://bit.ly/firstTimeAtTheLanguageExchange](https://bit.ly/firstTimeAtTheLanguageExchange)
**===== EVENT FORMAT =====**
When you arrive, you receive a badge with your native language and the languages you would like to learn. Place them on your chest with your native language on the right and other languages you are learning on the left. Then go meet people and exchange languages!
What to bring: Pen and Paper and good vibes!
Age Group: 18+
**===== FREE BEER AND PIZZA FOR FRIENDLY VOLUNTEERS! =====**
We're looking for friendly volunteers who want to help out and welcome newcomers to the group. We provide free beer/drinks and food (pizza wedges etc) and a friendly team of other volunteers to hang out with. If it's your first time at the event, you're welcome to applt - our volunteers are often newcomers too :-)
To find out more about volunteering at our language exchange, please see the link below:
[https://bit.ly/NTM-Lang-Exchange-volunteering](https://bit.ly/NTM-Lang-Exchange-volunteering)
**===== Group Rules =====**
We pride ourselves on running events where people feel safe and open to making new friends. To protect our group members, we have several rules in place:
1\. This is \*not\* a dating group\, please do not ask for people's numbers / socials\. Contact them via the meetup\.com private chat if you want to get in touch\.
2\. Please do not advertise other groups / events / tours on this page or to this groups attendees during / after events\.
3\. Please do not advertise products and services \(e\.g\. MLM / mentorship\)\. Please do not ask our attendees to complete surveys\.
4\. Please do not add people to wechat / whatsapp groups\.
By join our group or attending our events, you agree to these rules. If you attend an event and someone is breaking these rules, you can speak to the host if you wish.
**===== MENU🍔 =====**
The management gave us a special menu with some cheap eats :-)🍟 This section will be updated soon.
**===== NEW TO MELBOURNE! =====**
This event is run by New to Melbourne! We run fun and affordable event for people mostly between 18-35 including: international students, backpackers and even some locals :-)
You can find all our upcoming social events and tours here:
[https://bit.ly/FF-Free-language-exchange](https://bit.ly/FF-Free-language-exchange)
See you soon! :-)
API Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Women in Cloud - International Women's Day
To celebrate ***International Women’s Day***, we’re bringing our community together for a special evening featuring two inspiring women in tech.
This event is all about sharing experiences, learning from real journeys, and creating space for honest conversations about building a career in cloud and technology. Whether you’re just starting out, making a transition, or already deep in the industry, you’ll find stories, insights, and perspectives that resonate.
**And some exciting news** — thanks to our friends from [Programmable](https://www.programmable.tech/), attendees on the day will get a chance to win a ticket to the Programmable conference (valued at $449!).
Expect practical lessons, personal reflections, and the kind of discussions that remind us why community matters. See you then!
**Topics**
**1\. One Platform\, Infinite Connections**
An API Platform is not simply a layer for routing traffic; it is an operating model for how organisations design, secure, and monetise digital capabilities. This session opens by defining what an enterprise API Platform looks like in practical terms and why it’s becoming a core part of modern engineering and business strategy.
Using a real implementation as context, the discussion examines how Apigee enables structured governance, streamlined developer onboarding, intelligent traffic control, and deep observability. It also addresses how the platform supports emerging AI, LLM, and MCP patterns, outlining its security architecture in production environments and demonstrating how APIs can be bundled into consumable products to create commercial value. Particular attention is given to advanced protection strategies for managing both conventional API workloads and AI-driven traffic.
Attendees will leave with a concrete, experience-backed framework for turning an API platform into a measurable driver of innovation, resilience, and revenue.
**About the speaker**
Neha is an Engineering Manager at MYOB, leading the API Platform capability. With nearly two decades of experience in the IT industry, she has built deep expertise across cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, and large-scale technology transformations.
**2\. Stateful Secrets in a Stateless World: Navigating the Azure Serverless Landscape**
Serverless is more than just a buzzword; it represents a fundamental shift from managing infrastructure to focusing entirely on code. In this session, we’ll begin by comparing serverless with traditional server-based models to unpack the true differences in cost, maintenance, and scalability.
From there, we’ll walk through a real-world application architecture to see how Azure Functions can be used to solve practical engineering problems that conventional servers often struggle to handle efficiently. Drawing on lessons learned from hands-on experience, we’ll also explore common pitfalls, optimisation strategies, and cost-saving techniques.
Whether you’re new to serverless or already working with cloud-native systems, this talk will leave you with a clearer, more practical blueprint for designing and building modern applications.
**About the speaker**
Archana is a Master’s in Data Science candidate with a foundation in Computer Science and Engineering. She brings hands-on experience from her background as a Full Stack Developer, where she focused on building web applications powered by Azure serverless backends.
By blending her software engineering roots with her current work in data science, Archana designs cloud-native solutions that are both scalable and data-driven. She is passionate about sharing practical lessons and helping the community understand how to effectively bridge the gap between web development and serverless technology.
**Agenda**
5:30pm – Food and networking
6:00pm – Presentation 1
6:40pm – Presentation 2
7:20pm – Networking
Thanks to our sponsors: [HAL systems](https://www.halsystems.com.au/), [Mantel](https://mantelgroup.com.au/) and [REA group](https://www.rea-group.com/)!
Join us for an evening of learning, conversations, and great company!
Elixir Melbourne meetup
Welcome to Elixir Melbourne's monthly meetup. Where we go over Elixir ecosystem news, listen to great talks, and socialise with other Elixir developers of all levels.
We’re rebooting the meetup after a hiatus with new (and old) organisers, a new venue and emphasis on more time to socialise.
There are still speaking spots open. If you want to talk about anything Elixir related, get in touch.
**Agenda**
* 6:00pm - Arrive, socialise
* 6:30pm - Welcome; introduction; “who’s hiring” pitches.
* 6:45pm - Talk 1 (speaking spot open!)
* 7:15pm - Food, socialise
* 7:45pm - Maybe another talk (speaking spot open!)
* 8:15pm - Finish up and head to Saint & Rogue (down the street from SuperAPI at 582 Little Collins St, Melbourne)
**Sponsor**
Huge thanks to [SuperAPI](https://superapi.com.au/) for catering and venue.
2026 S1 Melbourne Freshers Welcome Event
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We're excited to welcome you to the upcoming **KSUG.AI Australia Meetup** — happening in-person! 🎉
We're actively seeking more awesome AI topic speakers!
👉 [https://speaker.ksug.ai](https://speaker.ksug.ai)
Join us for Melbourne’s biggest S1 Newcomer Festival! Whether you are a brand new student, a returning senior, or just looking to meet new friends, this is the event to kick off your semester.
**Event Details:**
* **Date:** Sunday, March 8, 2026
* **Time:** 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
* **Location:** Drill Hall, Multicultural Hub (26 Therry St, Melbourne VIC 3000)
* **Entry:** **Online Registration Required** (Strictly no walk-ins)
**What to Expect:**
* **5,000+ Free Gifts:** From student survival kits to brand merchandise, everyone walks away with something. Arrive early for the best selection!
* **Mega Lucky Draw:** Electronic draws every 30 minutes featuring prizes like a PS5, Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer, Stanley Tumblers, LEGO sets, Wayfarer (Gen 2) and more.
* **Interactive Fun:** Booth games and a stamp collection challenge to unlock bonus lucky draw entries and exclusive gifts.
* **Study & Career Advice Zone:** Mentors and industry professionals will be available to answer questions about course planning, internships, resume tips, and migration pathways.
* **Networking:** Connect with trusted local brands, student organizations, and peers from different universities.
**How to Maximize Your Chances:** You can earn multiple lucky draw tickets (up to 10 per person) by checking in with a group, referring friends, sharing on social media, participating in booth activities, or volunteering.
**Don't miss out on this full experience!**
**[Register here](https://linktr.ee/ksug.ai) to secure your spot!** See you all there!
*(This event is organized by JR Academy with strong support from KSUG.AI Community and various sponsors.)*
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*By registering, you consent to the management of your personal information in accordance with KSUG.AI Meetup's [Privacy Policy](https://k8sug.ai/privacy). Additionally, you agree that our sponsors may contact you.*
**[KSUG.AI](https://ksug.ai/?ref=meet)** is an independent community and not affiliated with or endorsed by CNCF. Kubernetes, K8s, Kubestronaut are registered trademarks of The Linux Foundation.
🍕Pizza Dinner!!🍕 Language Exchange Event in Richmond (EN & JP)
**言語交流会で取り残されたと感じたことはありませんか?問題ありません!**
**Have you felt left out in a language exchange event? Don't worry, we've got your back!**
私たちのイベントでは**しっかりと英語と日本語の時間が区切られているの**で自身の言語のレベルによらず練習できます!**熱々のピザを食べながら**静かな場所で英語や日本語を話して、上達していきましょう!
**With clearly scheduled language sessions,** you can practice the language you are learning regardless of your level! What are you waiting for? Let's practice in a quiet, relaxed space while **having delicious, crispy pizza!**
**LOCATION / TIME**
**Location**: Cafe & Pizzaro
〒218 Bridge Rd, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
google.com/maps/place/Cafe+%26+Pizzaro/@-37.8185894,144.9953969,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x6ad64390212a3ba1:0x2e4a6b51bdcae368!8m2!3d-37.8185894!4d144.9979665!16s%2Fg%2F11yddttlnb?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDIyMy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
*There are a couple of **parking lots** nearby.*
**Time**: 18:00 - 20:00, 6/3, 2026
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/cafeandpizzarorichmond/
**場所/時間**
**場所**:Cafe & Pizzaro
〒218 Bridge Rd, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
google.com/maps/place/Cafe+%26+Pizzaro/@-37.8185894,144.9953969,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x6ad64390212a3ba1:0x2e4a6b51bdcae368!8m2!3d-37.8185894!4d144.9979665!16s%2Fg%2F11yddttlnb?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDIyMy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
**時間**:2026年3月6日 18:00 - 20:00
インスタグラム
https://www.instagram.com/cafeandpizzarorichmond/
**Participation fees**
**$5 (PayID ONLY)** + **1 soft drink and a pizza (CARD or CASH) or anything above $17**
*The $5 via PayID will be collected 5–10 minutes after the end of the event.*
According to the owner, even a **kid-sized pizza** can fill you up! 😄
If you can't finish your pizza, **it comes in a takeaway box so you can take it home!**
Hungry? 🍕 Click below to see the menu! Vegitarian? You're covered! 😋
https://cafe-and-pizzaro-richmond.nextorder.com/
**参加費用**
\*\*$5 (PayID のみ)+ドリンクとピザ一品ずつ または 合計$17以上の注文(\*\*カード支払いと現金両方可)
(イベント終了5-10分前に参加費としてPayIDで$5徴収させていただきます。)
**オーナーによるとお子様サイズでもおなかいっぱいになるとか、ならないとか……**
テイクアウト用の箱でピザが提供されるので、食べきれない分はそのまま**持ち帰り可能!!**
**メニューは下記からアクセスしてください↓**
https://cafe-and-pizzaro-richmond.nextorder.com/
**Schedule(当日の流れ)**
17:55 - 18:00 pm The organizer will guide participants to a seat and give them a brief overview of the event (主催者が参加者をそれぞれのお席へと案内し、簡単なイベント説明を行う)
20 MIN ENGLISH TIME(英語オンリーの時間)
20 MIN JAPANESE TIME(日本語オンリーの時間)
20 MIN JPN & ENG TIME (英語と日本語ミックスの時間)
19:00pm -SEAT CHANGE (席替え)
20 MIN ENGLISH TIME(英語オンリーの時間)
20 MIN JAPANESE TIME(日本語オンリーの時間)
20 MIN JPN & ENG TIME (英語と日本語ミックスの時間)
19:50 - 20:00 The $5 via PayID will be collected during this time (PayIDで$5徴収させていただきます。)
20:00 - Wrap-up (締めの言葉)
**NOTES**
* To ensure that everyone gets a chance to practice, **please follow the schedule.** We really appreciate your cooperation.
* **RSVP is required to attend the event, as we have limited seats.**
* Provided that there are **fewer than 6 participants**, including the event host, on the event day, **we may cancel the event.** In such a case, participants will be informed through DMs.
* As seating for the event is limited, RSVPs may be adjusted to maintain a balanced group (e.g., nationality, gender) and ensure a smooth international exchange. We appreciate your understanding.
* In the event of a potential natural disaster, we will notify **you by 22:00 p.m** the day before the event regarding whether it will proceed as scheduled.
* Please make sure to **check your RSVP status** **after 22:00 p.m. on the day before the event**, just in case.
* **Children under 16** must be accompanied by a guardian.
* Participation for the purpose of sales, pick-up activities, religious solicitation, or MLM (network marketing) is strictly prohibited.
* We aim to provide a comfortable environment for everyone. Any behavior that makes others feel uncomfortable is not tolerated, and participants may be asked to leave and may be restricted from attending future events.
* Please avoid RSVP’ing to another event that takes place at the same time as ours.
* Please note that we may take photos during the event to show what it’s like. If you’re not comfortable being in photos, just let us know in advance—we’ll be happy to accommodate.
* The organizer is not responsible for any issues or disputes that occur after the event.
**注意事項**
* 参加者全員が練習できるようにするため、区切られた時間に従ってお話していただくことご協力お願いします。
* **人数制限**を設けていますので、**参加登録が必須**となります。
* イベント当日に**参加者が6名未満の場合**、イベントを**中止する**場合があります。その際は、ダイレクトメッセージにてご連絡いたします。
* 座席数に限りがあるため、円滑な国際交流を行う目的で、国籍や性別などのバランスを考慮し、参加状況を調整させていただく場合があります。あらかじめご了承ください。
* 自然災害の恐れがある場合、イベントが予定通り開催されるかどうかにつきましては、前日の**22:00まで**にご連絡いたします。
* **念のため、イベント前日の22:00以降に、ご自身で参加ステータスの確認をお願いいたします。**
**16歳未満のお子様**は保護者の同伴が必要です。
* 営業・ナンパ行為、宗教勧誘、MLM(ネットワークビジネス)などを目的とした参加は固くお断りします。
* 参加者の皆さんが安心して楽しめる環境を大切にしています。他の参加者が不快に感じる行為が見られた場合、途中退場や今後の参加をお断りすることがあります。
* 当イベントと同じ時間帯に開催される他のイベントへの同時参加登録はご遠慮ください。
* SNSでイベントの様子を紹介するため、当日写真を撮影する場合があります。写真に写ることに抵抗がある方は、事前にお知らせください。配慮いたします。
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2026 S1 Melbourne Freshers Welcome Event(Mandarin speaking)
# 2026 S1 Melbourne Freshers Welcome Event(Mandarin speaking)
Overview
Melbourne’s biggest S1 Newcomer Festival at City Hall — 5,000+ gifts, nonstop prizes & Consulate support.
🎉 2026 S1 Melbourne Freshmen Welcome Festival
This isn’t just a “booth event.”
It’s a full experience.
🌟 5,000+ FREE gift packs
🎟 Electronic lucky draw every 30 minutes
🎯 Interactive booth games + stamp collecting challenge
🎓 Study, career & migration Q&A zone
🤝 Meet trusted local brands & student organisations
📸 Social sharing activities to win extra prizes
And yes — online registration is required to join the lucky draw. No walk-ins.
## 5\,000\+ Free Gifts 🎁 \| Lucky Draw Every 30 Minutes 🔥 \| Interactive Expo Experience
Melbourne’s biggest Chinese student welcome event is back — and it’s bigger than ever.
Whether you’re a brand new student ✨, a returning senior 🎓, or simply looking to meet new friends and explore opportunities — this is THE event you cannot miss.
**📅 Time: Sunday, 8th Marth 2026 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM**
**📍 Location: Drill Hall,Multicultural Hub 📍 26 Therry St, Melbourne VIC 3000**
💥What Makes This Event Special?

💥👇**SECURE YOUR SPOT NOW** 👇
### **📍 Event Details**
* **Time: Sunday, 8th Marth 2026 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM**
**📍 Location: Drill Hall,Multicultural Hub 📍 26 Therry St, Melbourne VIC 3000**
* **🎟 Entry:** **Registration Required** (Strictly no walk-ins. Spots are limited!)
### **📢 Why You Must Attend?**
Welcome to the 2026 S1 Freshers' Festival! As Melbourne's largest orientation event, we are bringing you a day filled with gifts, insights, and fun.
**This event is your gateway to settling into Melbourne life quickly.**
✅ **Get Answers:** Real solutions to common study and lifestyle questions.
✅ **Make Friends:** Meet students from different universities through games.
✅ **Start Right:** Kick off the semester with fun, not confusion.
✅ **Resource Hub:** Connect with premium local businesses and services in one go.
*(P.S. Seniors and alumni are welcome too! It’s not just for newbies!)*

**🎫Ticket Earning Rules:**
• Individual check-in: 1 ticket
• Group of 3 checking in together: 2 tickets each
• Group of 5 checking in together: 3 tickets each
• Invite a friend to register and check in: +1 ticket per friend (maximum 10 tickets)
• Event volunteers: +2 bonus tickets
• Post on Instagram / Xiaohongshu with #澳洲匠人学院: +1 ticket per post (maximum 3)
• Take a photo at the event and tag official account: +1 ticket
• Livestream or short video sharing event experience: +2 tickets
• Take a photo with a student from a different university and post on Xiaohongshu: +1 ticket
• Participate in interactive games / booth activities / stamp challenge tasks to earn additional tickets
🎯 Maximum 10 tickets per person.
The more tickets you have, the higher your chance of winning.
🎁 Mega Lucky Draw — Every 5 Minutes
We’re giving away prizes all day long.
Every 30 minutes, multiple winners will be drawn live on stage 🎤
🎉 Prize List (Partial – More Coming Soon)
🎮 PS5
🍟 Philips Air Fryer
💨 Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
🥤 Stanley Tumbler
🧹 Akitas Vacuum Cleaner
🧺 Steam Iron
🌏 Jacaranda Globe Crystal
🍲 Slow Cooker
💄 Wellcare LED Makeup Box
🖨 HP Printer
📸 Canon Photo Printer
✨ Ulike Air3 Hair Removal Device
🧱 LEGO Sets
💪 Goodlife Gym Bag + Water Bottle (x5)
🔥 Mountain Hotpot “Shishi Ruyi” Plush (x3)
🧧 Panda Delivery $30 Vouchers
🛒 Student Shopping Wagon (x2)
🐻 Graduation Teddy Bears (x5)
🏋️ Goodlife 3-Month Nationwide Gym Membership
🥤 2.28kg Protein Powder (x1)
🎀 LABUBU
⭐ Star Series Blind Box (x3)
📷 Mini Digital Camera
🎁 Panda Delivery Freshmen Gift Pack
🕷 Marvel Spider-Man Icon Lamp
🎁 Bupa Gift Pack
⌨ Vintage Typewriter Toy
🏫 JR Academy Sports Water Bottle
… and many more exciting prizes!
🏷 Stamp Collection Challenge — New This Year!
Visit participating booths.
Complete mini activities.
Collect stamps.
Unlock bonus lucky draw entries and exclusive small gifts 🎁
This isn’t just about grabbing freebies — it’s about exploring, interacting, and having fun.
🎓 Study & Career Advice Zone
Have questions about university life or your future?
We’ve invited experienced mentors and industry professionals to help you with:
📚 Course planning
💼 Internship & part-time job advice
📝 Resume & interview tips
🛂 Migration & visa pathways
🏡 Student life survival tips
Ask questions freely. This is your space.
🎁 5,000+ Free Gifts — First Come, First Served
From student survival kits to brand merchandise, discount vouchers, gym passes, beauty experience cards, food samples, and practical lifestyle gifts — everyone walks away with something.
Arrive early for the best selection.
⚠ Important Information
• Online registration is mandatory
• On-site check-in required to activate lucky draw eligibility
• Friends must arrive together to claim group bonus tickets
• Lucky draw tickets are electronic — no paper tickets

### **🎟 How to Maximize Your Lucky Draw Chances**
**Step 1: Register Online (Mandatory)** Only registered guests are eligible for the draw.
报名链接:**[\[Melbourne\] 2026 S1 Melbourne Tri-University New Student Festival](https://jiangren.com.au/events/698e91ace0fc334785c20650?source=Angela "https://jiangren.com.au/events/698e91ace0fc334785c20650?source=Angela")**
**Step 2: Get Raffle Tickets**
* **Standard Check-in:** 1 Ticket.
* **Group of 3:** 2 Tickets each.
* **Group of 5:** 3 Tickets each.
* **Refer a Friend:** +1 Ticket per friend (Max 5).
* **Social Media Share:** +2 Tickets (Share on WeChat Moments).
* **Instagram/Red (Xiao Hong Shu) Post:** +1 to 3 Tickets (Tag #JR_Academy).
* **Volunteers:** +2 Tickets.
*Max 10 tickets per person. The more tickets, the higher your winning chance!*
**⚠️ Important Notes:**
* **Pre-registration is essential.** No ticket, no entry.
* You must be present to win lucky draw prizes.
* Bring your friends and arrive early to beat the queue!
🌟 **Thank You to the Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Melbourne for Their Strong Support**🌟
💎 **Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Melbourne** 💎
The Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Melbourne is an important diplomatic mission of the Chinese government in Australia, representing China within its consular district. It is responsible for consular protection, external communication, and cooperation.
## 「Organizer」JR Academy
🌏 **The No.1 AI Learning Hub for Global Chinese**
JR Academy is an AI-focused EdTech company specializing in IT education. We are dedicated to empowering the Chinese community in Australia to achieve breakthroughs in IT-related studies and careers.
With **600+ top-tier mentors** and **700+ enterprise partners** across multiple IT domains, we provide hands-on project experience and career coaching.
Through our strong social platforms, we have hosted **200+ events**, helping students pursue their IT career dreams.
To date, we have supported students in securing **6,000+ offers** from **500+ global tech companies**.
Whether in Chinese or English programs, JR Academy is committed to supporting students’ academic and professional growth.
🌟 Special Thanks to Our Supporting Partners 🌟
## 「Diamond Partners」
### Block Club
Block Club focuses on crypto learning and networking.
With active online discussions and regular offline meetups, the community emphasizes high-quality information sharing and insightful discussions.
### Ruiyuan Investment Group
Ruiyuan Investment Group provides one-stop services for property sales, leasing, and asset management.
During orientation season, we assist students in efficiently matching suitable properties, completing applications, signing leases, and settling in smoothly.
We also support owner-occupiers and investors with furniture and appliance setup advice, helping you settle into Melbourne quickly and comfortably.
## 「Gold Partners」
### ACIC Education & Migration
Founded in 1988, ACIC is a globally recognized education consultancy and an official recruitment center for all Australian universities.
ACIC has successfully helped over 100,000 students from 40+ countries study in Australia and supported tens of thousands in obtaining work visas and permanent residency.
### HungryPanda
HungryPanda specializes in serving the global Chinese community through food delivery, retail, and grocery services — satisfying your Chinese cravings wherever you are.
### Bupa
Bupa is a health and care company committed to helping people live longer, healthier, and happier lives.
It offers a wide range of services including aged care, dental, optical, health insurance, and community wellbeing initiatives across Australia.
### Compass Education & Migration
Founded in 2002, Compass is one of Australia’s largest local education and migration agencies, with 24 years of industry leadership.
Services include:
* Study abroad consulting
* Career planning
* Visa applications
* Local employment guidance
* Skilled migration
* Employer-sponsored visas
* Family reunion
* Distinguished talent migration
* Business & investment migration
### Fantuan Delivery
Fantuan is a leading global lifestyle service platform connecting users and merchants through technology.
From food delivery to grocery services, Fantuan aims to make life easier — “One Fantuan is all you need.”
### Mood Skin Lab
A trendy skin management studio located in Melbourne CBD, offering 1:1 customized treatments combining advanced technology and professional injectable solutions.
Specializing in acne, dullness, unstable skin conditions, and early aging concerns — creating natural, healthy, and youthful skin.
More than a skincare space, it’s a popular urban healing destination.
### 2EZY
2EZY Driving School × Car Detailing Studio
* Official bilingual instructors
* Patient and supportive coaching
* Professional car detailing & coating
* Dashcam installation
Learn driving and car care in one place!
### ICE U
Founded in 2024, ICE U is Melbourne’s first innovative Sichuan sesame sauce BBQ brand.
After multiple recipe refinements, it perfectly combines sesame sauce with authentic Sichuan flavors.
Fresh skewers daily, with ingredients displayed openly for customers to choose — creating a truly unique Melbourne dining experience.
### Dawei Malatang
Dawei Malatang — Australia’s popular Sichuan-style spicy hotpot.
Self-select ingredients, convenient and full of flavor!
### Dealmoon ANZ
Dealmoon ANZ is the Australia/New Zealand branch of the North American Dealmoon platform, serving the Chinese community with real-time promotions and discounts.
Fashion, beauty, electronics, home goods — everything in one place.
### Jobpin AI
Jobpin AI is an intelligent career platform leveraging artificial intelligence to revolutionize job searching and career development.
Through advanced AI algorithms, it provides:
* Personalized job matching
* Resume optimization
* Cover letter generation
* Internal referral support
Making job hunting more efficient, precise, and competitive.
### Amo Lumie
Amo Lumie creates emotional value through fragrance, connecting people and spaces.
The brand name combines the Latin words for “Love” and “Light,” symbolizing each candle as a source of warmth and illumination in daily life.
### Yeeyi
Founded in 2006, Yeeyi is one of the most widely visited Chinese platforms in Australia.
Providing reliable news and comprehensive lifestyle services across 40+ categories including housing, jobs, second-hand market, cars, pets, and more — serving as a digital community hub for Chinese Australians.
「Community Partners」
### University of Melbourne Chinese Debating Group (CDG)
Founded 29 years ago, CDG began as a small Chinese debating team and has grown into a large comprehensive student organization.
Through decades of dedication, it continues to promote Chinese debate culture and intellectual exchange.
### Venture Club Melbourne
The official venture capital club at the University of Melbourne.
Dedicated to connecting innovation, entrepreneurship, and investment resources across Melbourne and beyond, providing students with early-stage investment knowledge and industry connections.
### Monash Chinese Student Association
Officially recognized student association and the only one acknowledged by the Consulate’s Education Office.
With five major departments and thousands of members, it supports students throughout their academic journey.
### RMIT Chinese Students & Scholars Association
Founded in 1980, RMIT CSSA is a non-political, non-religious, non-profit organization recognized by the Consulate’s Education Office.
It promotes cultural exchange and provides support to Chinese students and scholars in Melbourne.
「Corporate Participation Opportunity」
## 2026 S1 Melbourne New Student Meet-up
📣 Sponsorship opportunities closing soon!
Limited spots remaining!
If you are looking to increase brand exposure, please contact:
📧 **business@jiangren.com.au**
Or add us via WeChat (QR code below).
## 📍 Event Location
**Drill Hall, Multicultural Hub**
(Opposite Queen Victoria Market)
26 Therry St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Progressibu Japanese English Language Exchange
## 🇯🇵 Progressi部: Japanese-English Language & Culture Exchange 🇦🇺
**"Serious Study, Authentic Community" — 本気で学び、本気で交流する。**
Join us for our weekly exchange designed for those dedicated to practicing Japanese and English. This is a space to improve your language skills, share cultural insights, and make new, like-minded friends in a respectful environment.
### 🎯 Who This Group Is For
We welcome individuals who are here to **actively practice their Japanese or English**. Whether you are looking for a study partner or want to learn more about culture, this is a community for focused and meaningful interaction.
**✅ 受付方法 / Event Check-in (Strictly Required)** 到着の際、必ず主催者に以下の提示をお願いします / Upon arrival, please present the following to the organizer:
* **Meetupの参加申し込み(RSVP)画面をご提示ください。** / Show your Meetup RSVP confirmation screen.
* **予約なし(No RSVP)での参加はお断りしております。** / No walk-ins permitted without a confirmed RSVP.
* **Participation Fee: $3 CASH** Non-Japanese citizens.
### 🚫 Conduct & Safety Policy
To ensure a high-quality experience for all members, we maintain a strict standard of behavior:
* **Immediate Ban:** Any individual found guilty of misconduct or creating "trouble" will be banned from the group immediately.**.**
* **Organizer Authority:** The Organizer reserves the right to remove any member at their sole discretion to maintain the safety and integrity of the community.
* **Respectful Interaction:** All members are expected to be polite and mindful of others. Do not make fellow participants feel uncomfortable or pressured.
* **Privacy:** Please respect the personal boundaries of others. Do not pressure members for private contact information.
**If any member makes you feel uncomfortable, please report it immediately to the organizers: Shin, David, or Ray.**
***
### 📝 Event Details
* **Time:** Saturday, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
* **Arrival:** Please arrive **10–15 minutes early** due to limited seating.
* **Entry Fee:** **$3 CASH** (Non-Japanese citizens). This contribution covers monthly meetup hosting fees.
* **Photography:** Photos will be taken during the event for our community archives.
### 🇯🇵 日本語でのご案内
メルボルン市内のカフェで、本気で学べる日英言語文化交流会を主催しています。
* **目的:** 日本語・英語の練習、そして同じ目標を持つ友人作りを目的としています。
* **参加費:** 日本国籍以外の方は $3ドル(現金のみ)。
* **ルール:** 迷惑行為やトラブルを起こす方の参加は一切禁止です。主催者の判断により、即座に退会・出入り禁止の措置を取らせていただきます。
* 困ったことがあれば、すぐにオーガナイザー(Shin, David, Ray)までお知らせください。
### 🔗 Connect With Us
* **Facebook:** [facebook.com/groups/progressibu](https://www.google.com/search?q=http://www.facebook.com/groups/progressibu)
* **X (Twitter):** [twitter.com/progressibu](https://www.google.com/search?q=http://twitter.com/progressibu)
[FREE New Venue] THURSDAY 🇯🇵🇦🇺[English x Japanese Language Exchange : 日本語&英語
FREE ENTRY, 1 drink order upon entryMax 80 guests.
1 Crockford St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
EVERY FORTNIGHT THURSDAY!
2週間に一度の開催!
PRIVATE EVENT! 完全プライベート語学交換会!
\[FREE Language Exchange:無料\! 2週間ごと開催!!日本語と英語で話しましょう\!\] \[MUST READ\!\!\! English below\] hosted by: MELLIFE メルライフ主催 概要は下に!
We do most of the announcements on Instagram! Check us out! インスタフォローもよろしくお願いします
IG: @mellife2022
[毎月2回木曜日開催]
Location: The Cornerstone
1 Crockford St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
Entry fee: Free !!!
Time: 6pm\~ 8pm
[Schedule 当日のスケジュール]
6:00 - 6:30 Entry opens 入場開始
6:30 - 6:45 Japanese time 日本語タイム
6:45 - 7:00 English time 英語タイム
7:00 Announcement from staff members, crowd shuffle, find different partner/group スタッフからのお知らせ、注意喚起等。違うパートナーを探す時間
7:00 - 7:15 Japanese time 日本語タイム
7:15 - 7:30 English time 英語タイム
7:30 - 8:00 Socializing time 社交タイム
メルボルン最大の日英ランエク【会場変更のお知らせ】
長すぎたロックダウンを終え、新しく皆が楽しめる場所を提供したいと始まった私たちMELLIFE
初回は30名ほど集まる小さなコミュニティでしたが、結成から半年が経ち、あっという間に多くの方々に参加頂けるメルボルン最大の日英ランエクグループに成長する事が出来ました
今後のMELLIFE が更に成長して、より楽しい時間を提供するために次回のイベントから会場を変更し、質を上げた会場へ移る事を決めました
今回からはメルボルン市内でもとても有名でおしゃれな会場、The Cornerstoneで開催を決定いたしました。
ぜひ次回のイベントからもMELLIFE をよろしくお願い致します
メルライフ一同
日本語を学びたい世界の方が集まるので、英語が得意でなくても、コミュニケーションが取れます(日本語、英語喋れる人も)
お互いの得意な言葉を教え合って一気に語学上達しちゃいましょう✨
メルボルンで新しい友達が出来るチャンスです
ぜひ参加表明をお願いします!
途中参加の方も受け付けております!
[下記を必ずお読みください]
メルライフが主催するイベントはどのような方も歓迎しています。しかし、"お酒などの強要・いじめ・ハラスメント・暴言" など他のメンバーが不愉快に感じる行為は絶対におやめください。このルールを守れない方は積極的に処置をとらせていただきますので、これらを経験した、または見つけ次第メルライフスタッフにいつでも言いつけをお願いいたします。メルライフを ”いつでも気軽に来れて安全なコミュニティ” をモットーにするため、皆様のご協力をお願いいたします。
Social event: JAP/ENG language exchange at a fancy venue with great vibes!
FREE ENTRY!!!!
✨️ Thursday from 6pm\~✨️
Do you want an opportunity to have a conversation and make friends in person? Say no more! We are organising a language exchange event at a trendy venue near the CBD!!!
Feel free to join at any time throughout the event, but good things may happen to those who come in early ;)
See you guys then!
ENROLL EARLY TO SECURE YOUR SPOT
See you guys then
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(Everyone is welcomed to MELLIFE events. However, we ask that all attendees treat each other with respect and be polite. Our community does not tolerate innappropriate behaviour or any form of HARRASMENT!!!!! When you see or experience any, please call it out or reach out to Mellife staff members ASAP so we can address this and keep the community a safe space.)
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From Idea to Working App in Minutes: The Agentic Development with Amazon Kiro
Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way.
In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents.
In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding.
What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy
Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025
Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs
Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving
Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows.
**Speakers Bio:**
Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale.
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/)
Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry.
Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives.
Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/)
**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
CBusData - Discover the Power of Window Functions
Window functions have nothing to do with the Windows operating system but provide a “window” to a result set when used in SQL queries. They are powerful, set-based methods to view data in unexpected ways. Window functions provide easy, set-based solutions to solve some common problems:
* Using running totals
* Performing operations in intervals
* Identifying data gaps and islands
* Performing aggregates without losing detail
Many people are confused by window functions and do not know how to use them properly. This session will explore window functions, how they work, and how to use them. Demonstrations with several examples will solidify how window functions can simplify queries and make them more powerful.
Columbus Code & Coffee 84 @ Improving
Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you!
**What to Expect at the Intro Circle**
\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~
Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup:
* Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics
Round 1 - (7 secs max):
* Your name
* What you're working on
* What you can help others with
Round 2:
* Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too.
Round 3:
* Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool.
After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!
Unlocking Retirement Capital: Flips, Wholesales & Private Money Strategies
FREE meetup. Register HERE 🎟️- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/unlocking-retirement-capital-flips-wholesales-private-money-strategies-tickets-1983411263481?aff=cicmeetupapp
**Unlocking Retirement Capital: Flips, Wholesales & Private Money Strategies in Self-Directed Accounts**
**Featuring Guest Speaker:** Amanda Holbrook (Specialized Trust Company)
**Hosted by:** Columbus Investors Club
### **Event Description**
Most people think retirement accounts are passive.
That they’re “for later.”That you can’t touch them. That real estate and retirement money don’t mix.
They’re wrong.
This meetup is about how investors use **Self-Directed IRAs and Solo 401(k)s** to put retirement capital to work…**buying real estate, funding deals, and even raising private money** (the right way).
### **Featured Guest Speaker: Amanda Holbrook**
We’re excited to welcome **Amanda Holbrook of Specialized Trust Company** to break this down clearly and practically…so you understand what’s allowed, how it works, and what to avoid.
### **What You’ll Learn**
Amanda will walk through:
**Flip inside a Self-Directed IRA or Solo-401(k)**
* How to structure the deal correctly
* How expenses must be handled
* When UBIT may apply
**Wholesale within a retirement account**
* How assignments work
* What type of income it creates
**Use OPM (Other People’s Money) to scale**
* How investors raise private money from Self-Directed IRAs
* How to structure notes properly
* How to fund deals inside **and** outside your own retirement account
### **The Core Idea**
There is a lot of capital sitting in retirement accounts.
This session shows you how real estate investors unlock it **without guessing, winging it, or accidentally creating a compliance mess.**
### **Who This Event Is For**
* Investors flipping or wholesaling who want to understand self-directed rules
* Anyone raising private money (or wanting more capital sources)
* People with retirement funds who want them working harder than stocks/mutual funds
### **Event Details**
**Location:** Ohio Brewing Company – 421 E 2nd Ave, Columbus, OH 43201
**Date & Time:** Thursday, March 26th, 6–8 PM *(Doors open at 5:30)*
**Cost:** Free *(Seats are limited — RSVP required)*
**Food:** Free food included
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*Disclaimer: This event is for educational purposes only and is not legal, tax, or investment advice.*
Cocoaheads
Come out to Improving for our monthly iOS and Mac meetings.
This Month's Presentation:
Nothing yet. (You should volunteer).
What is Cocoaheads (http://cocoaheads.org/)?
CocoaHeads is a group devoted to discussion of Apple Computer's Cocoa Framework for programming on MacOS X and iOS (including the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch). During monthly meetings, members present on their projects and offer tutorials on various programming topics.
What is BuckeyeCocoa (http://buckeyecocoa.org/)?
BuckeyeCocoa is a group of Objective-C/Swift developers/enthusiasts. We host monthly Cocoaheads and near-weekly NSCoder meetings in Columbus, Ohio. The meetings are free to attend.
Presentations!
Presenters welcome! We are always in need of people willing to present material. Any Swift and/or Objective-C related topic is welcome. Times can be 5 minutes (i.e. lightning talks) to a maximum of 2 hours. Interested? Contact info is on the BuckeyeCocoa website.
To volunteer for a presentation contact us at @BuckeyeCocoa on Twitter.
Follow us on Twitter! @BuckeyeCocoa (https://twitter.com/#!/Buckeyecocoa/) For more information: http://buckeyecocoa.org/
IxDA Chat ‘n Pancakes
Join membersrs of the Central Ohio UX and digital design community for a casual monthly breakfast.
Building Agents with Microsoft Foundry
We will show a variety of methods for building agents that run in Microsoft Foundry. This covers the different types of agents: Prompt, Multi, and Hosted, as well as the development lifecycle using evals and traces.















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