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Go Ireland x MongoDB - May 2026 Meetup
Go Ireland x MongoDB - May 2026 Meetup
We've survived the Winter, and are looking forward to a busy Summer! To kick things off we're partnering with **MongoDB** to bring you our latest Meetup. We'll be hosted by **MongoDB** in their Dublin office on **Thursday 21st May from 6:00pm** and we'll have two speakers for you that evening. **MongoDB** need very little in the way of introduction, they've a strong presence here in the Irish tech scene and are big supporters of other communities we're all part of. We're delighted to have finally made that connection now ourselves here at Go Ireland and look forward to what's to come over the next few years together. We've got two speakers for you for this Meetup, the first is a Go Ireland regular Dmytro Lahoza, and the second is MongoDB's own Andrei Matei who'll be coming over from Manchester to join us on the night. **"MongoDB × Go: Inside the Ecosystem and How It Runs at Scale" with Andrei Matei - Software Engineer at MongoDB** **"Plugins Without Borders: A Language-Agnostic Plugin System for Go and Beyond"** **with Dmytro Lahoza - Software Engineer at Verda** Big thanks again to **MongoDB** who'll be supporting us for this entire event. As always, you'll be fed, watered, and we'll head to a pub nearby after the event to keep the conversations going. We've also got a new home on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/go-ire), going forward this will be the best place to find updates.
Thursday Language Exchange @ River Bar
Thursday Language Exchange @ River Bar
Join us to **practise and improve your target language with native speakers on Thursday downstairs in River Bar** (Burgh Quay, Dublin 2) from **6.30pm to 8.30pm**. **Our system:** **• You sit opposite a native speaker of the language you're learning** **• You speak 5mins English, 5mins other language, then change table** This ensures everyone gets an equal opportunity to practise the language they're learning. Our team seats people, controls the time, organises the table changes etc. What to expect: • Relaxed easy going atmosphere • Professional and quality service • Great networking opportunities • All levels welcome from absolute beginner to fully fluent • A big mix of ages with attendees at each event from 18 to 70+ years old • Topic cards on the tables to help start conversations Wide range of languages: We usually have **native speakers of English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese** and more depending on who shows up. **Admission fee €7** (€6 for student card holders). **No pre-registration required, just show up**. Loyalty card system: Come to 5 events and the 6th is free. Over 150,000 people have attended our language exchange events since 2012 to practise and improve their target language - you can too! Everyone is welcome! For more news and info check: Website: [www.languageexchangeireland.com](http://www.languageexchangeireland.com/) FB: [www.facebook.com/languageexchangeireland](http://www.facebook.com/languageexchangeireland) Instagram: [www.instagram.com/languageexchangeireland](http://www.instagram.com/languageexchangeireland) NOTE: The MeetUp attendance does not reflect actual attendance. There are usually around 100 people at each event.
Coffee ☕️ and great craic
Coffee ☕️ and great craic
HARRY POTTER QUIZ NIGHT: Prisoner Of Azkaban @19:00 + HP General @20:30
HARRY POTTER QUIZ NIGHT: Prisoner Of Azkaban @19:00 + HP General @20:30
# **🪄 HARRY POTTER & THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN QUIZ — Two Rounds, 100 Questions** Welcome, witches and wizards! Tonight’s event focuses on **Harry Potter and The Prisoner Of Azkaban**, followed by a full **Harry Potter General** round. **Round 1:** 19:30–20:15 — *Prisoner Of Azkaban* **Round 2:** 20:30–21:15 — *Harry Potter General* Join one or both **No repeated questions** between rounds. **✨ Quiz Structure** ### **Round 1 — The Prisoner Of Azkaban (50 Questions)** • **10 Book questions** • **20 Movie questions** • **10 Character questions (Double Points)** • **10 General HP questions (Double Points)** ### **Round 2 — Harry Potter General (50 Questions)** • **5 questions per movie** (40 total) • **10 Character questions (Double Points)** Both quizzes count towards the **Harry Potter League 2026**. **🏆 Harry Potter League 2026** Your team’s score is saved each time you attend. End-of-year champions win: **Custom wizard-style jerseys**, including: • Team name • Photo • Title: **“Harry Potter Champions 2026”** **💸 Pricing** **Per Round:** €7 individual • €5 groups of 2–3 • €4 groups of 4–6 **Both rounds:** +€2 extra **💳 [Membership Options (Save € & unlock perks)](https://buymeacoffee.com/newindublin)** **🟡 Regular Membership (€12/mo)** ✔ Free: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup ✔ –50%: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge ✔ Extra perks **🔵 Theme Membership (€15/mo)** ✔ Free: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge ✔ –50%: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup ✔ Extra Perks **🟣 Complete Membership (€20/mo)** ✔ Free access to ALL events ✔ Extra Perks **📱 Stay Connected** 🔗 **[Linktree](https://linktr.ee/newindublin)**[ ](https://linktr.ee/newindublin)– full weekly calendar 💬 **[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)**[ ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)– reminders & updates 📘 **[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/newindublinmeetup)**[ ](https://www.facebook.com/newindublinmeetup)– photos & highlights 📸 **[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/)**[ ](https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/)– stories & behind-the-scenes 🌐 **[Website](https://newindublin.net/)**[ ](https://newindublin.net/)– all information about our events
Spanish English Language Exchange @ River Bar
Spanish English Language Exchange @ River Bar
Join us to **practise and improve your Spanish/English with native speakers every Thursday @ River Bar** (Burgh Quay, Dublin 2) from **6.30pm to 8.30pm**. **Our system:** **• You sit opposite a native speaker of the language you're learning** **• You speak 5mins English, 5mins Spanish, then change table** This ensures everyone gets an equal opportunity to speak the language they're learning. Our team organises everything such as the timing, seating people, moving people etc. What to expect: • Relaxed easy going atmosphere • Professional and quality service • Great networking opportunities • All levels welcome from absolute beginner to fully fluent • A big mix of ages with people from 18 years to 70+ attending each event • Topic cards on the tables to help start conversations **Admission fee €7** (€1 off for student card holders). **No pre-registration required, just show up.** Loyalty card system: Come to 5 events and the 6th is free. Over 150,000 people have attended our language exchanges to practise and improve their target language - you can too! Everyone is welcome! For more news and info check: Website: [www.languageexchangeireland.com](http://www.languageexchangeireland.com/) FB: [www.facebook.com/languageexchangeireland](http://www.facebook.com/languageexchangeireland) Instagram: [www.instagram.com/languageexchangeireland](http://www.instagram.com/languageexchangeireland)
Thursday Italian English Language Exchange @ River Bar
Thursday Italian English Language Exchange @ River Bar
Join us to **practise and improve your Italian-English with native speakers every Thursday downstairs at River Bar** (Burgh Quay, Dublin 2) **from 6.30pm to 8.30pm**. **Our system:** **• You sit opposite a native speaker of the language you're learning** **• You speak 5mins English, 5mins Italian, then change table** This ensures everyone gets an equal opportunity to practise the language they're learning. Our team seats people, controls the time, organises the table changes etc. What to expect: • Relaxed easy going atmosphere • Professional and quality service • Great networking opportunities • All levels welcome from absolute beginner to fully fluent • A big mix of ages with attendees at each event from 18 to 70+ years old • Topic cards on the tables to help start conversations **Admission fee €7** (€1 off for student card holders). **No pre-registration required, just show up**. Loyalty card system: Come to 5 events and the 6th is free. Over 150,000 people have attended our language exchange events since 2012 to practise and improve their target language - you can too! For more news and info check: Website: [www.languageexchangeireland.com](http://www.languageexchangeireland.com/) FB: [www.facebook.com/languageexchangeireland](http://www.facebook.com/languageexchangeireland) Instagram: [www.instagram.com/languageexchangeireland](http://www.instagram.com/languageexchangeireland) We also organise this event every Monday at River Bar at 6.30pm.

API Events This Week

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 Kirtan & HeartSong - A Fundraiser in Sandycove (stunning indoor location)
Kirtan & HeartSong - A Fundraiser in Sandycove (stunning indoor location)
Kirtan & HeartSong - Their Lives Matter (TLM) Fundraiser This is a very special evening, dedicated to raising much needed funds for TLM, a wonderful charity very close to our hearts. TLM, Their Lives Matter, are a group of charities based in Tanzania, Ireland & UK with the united aim to reach every child in Tanzania who develops cancer and treat them with high quality cancer treatment free of charge. [https://www.tixtree.com/e/kirtan-heartsong-tlm-fundraiser-5883b19ddcc7?_gl=1](https://www.tixtree.com/e/kirtan-heartsong-tlm-fundraiser-5883b19ddcc7?_gl=1*10x5knd*_up*MQ..*_ga*Mzk2MDQ0Mzg1LjE3NzkyMTM2Njk.*_ga_NC63NZQRVP*czE3NzkyMTM2NjkkbzE)*[10x5knd](https://www.tixtree.com/e/kirtan-heartsong-tlm-fundraiser-5883b19ddcc7?_gl=1*10x5knd*_up*MQ..*_ga*Mzk2MDQ0Mzg1LjE3NzkyMTM2Njk.*_ga_NC63NZQRVP*czE3NzkyMTM2NjkkbzE)*[_up](https://www.tixtree.com/e/kirtan-heartsong-tlm-fundraiser-5883b19ddcc7?_gl=1*10x5knd*_up*MQ..*_ga*Mzk2MDQ0Mzg1LjE3NzkyMTM2Njk.*_ga_NC63NZQRVP*czE3NzkyMTM2NjkkbzE)*[MQ..](https://www.tixtree.com/e/kirtan-heartsong-tlm-fundraiser-5883b19ddcc7?_gl=1*10x5knd*_up*MQ..*_ga*Mzk2MDQ0Mzg1LjE3NzkyMTM2Njk.*_ga_NC63NZQRVP*czE3NzkyMTM2NjkkbzE)*[_ga](https://www.tixtree.com/e/kirtan-heartsong-tlm-fundraiser-5883b19ddcc7?_gl=1*10x5knd*_up*MQ..*_ga*Mzk2MDQ0Mzg1LjE3NzkyMTM2Njk.*_ga_NC63NZQRVP*czE3NzkyMTM2NjkkbzE)*[Mzk2MDQ0Mzg1LjE3NzkyMTM2Njk.](https://www.tixtree.com/e/kirtan-heartsong-tlm-fundraiser-5883b19ddcc7?_gl=1*10x5knd*_up*MQ..*_ga*Mzk2MDQ0Mzg1LjE3NzkyMTM2Njk.*_ga_NC63NZQRVP*czE3NzkyMTM2NjkkbzE)*[_ga_NC63NZQRVP*czE3NzkyMTM2NjkkbzE](https://www.tixtree.com/e/kirtan-heartsong-tlm-fundraiser-5883b19ddcc7?_gl=1*10x5knd*_up*MQ..*_ga*Mzk2MDQ0Mzg1LjE3NzkyMTM2Njk.*_ga_NC63NZQRVP*czE3NzkyMTM2NjkkbzE) Join us for an uplifting evening of pause, self‑care, and connection by the sea. Just a moments stroll from Sandycove beach, we’ll gather in a beautiful private INDOOR space to weave songs, chants and sacred mantras from around the world accompanied by guitar, harmonium, percussion, and shamanic drum. This intimate gathering invites us to slow down, reconnect, and deeply nourish ourselves among friends old and new. Together we’ll move with the ebb and flow of our intuitive hearts, sharing practices that ground, uplift, and restore as we raise money & our collective prayers for peace and healing in our world. What to Expect: ️ Kirtan, HeartSong & Meditation: Experience the blessings of Bhakti Yoga through devotional mantra, intention‑setting, and heart‑opening group singing. ️Sound Bath: Soothe your nervous system with calming, restorative frequencies. ️Time for Reflection & Connection: Share space with like‑minded souls in the spirit of Sangha- Spiritual Community. Anyone feeling overwhelmed or in need of a gentle reset, those seeking natural, holistic well‑being practices and/or anyone longing for connection & joy in an open‑hearted space, this is for you. No experience needed, just bring your voice and an open heart. When: This Saturday May23rd ️Location: Private indoor venue near Sandycove Beach. The exact location of our gathering will be shared upon booking. ️Time: 6:30pm\~8:30pm Exchange: €40 \| €30 \| €25 Link in bio to book, or revolut/paypal Beannachtaí, Asante Felicity, Joyce & all the kids at TLM x Check out TLM website [www.wearetlm.og](http://www.wearetlm.og/) for more details about the amazing work they do! Lastly, this beautiful gathering is THIS Saturday, and time has somehow slipped by. If it speaks to your heart, & you can't make it we’d be so grateful if you shared it with your friends and communities & perhaps donate on revolut or paypal. Every share & donation will help so much! #kirtan #theirlivesmatter #dublinevents #felicityananda Namaste, *Felicity Ananda* Check us out on instagram & facebook @felicityanandakirtan [![Google map of the user's next upcoming event's location](https://maps-googleapis.meetup.com/maps/api/staticmap?center=53.2881%2C+-6.11413&zoom=15&size=620x160&format=png&scale=1&key=AIzaSyBhcQiQISkjMBwLAugJj8V78nMPfitnr44&markers=color%3A0xF65858%7C53.2881%2C+-6.11413)](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=53.2881%2C%20-6.11413)Sandycove · Dublin NOTE: The above pin is not our exact location. The exact address will be sent upon securing your ticket. Please PM me on 0894037056. Thanks! ##
Monthly Meetup in the pub
Monthly Meetup in the pub
**We are trying out a new venue. Please allow for adjustments on the day as we settle** New people who know nothing about Linux are welcome and encouraged to attend, please don't be shy. If you are new please feel free to approach one of the organisers, and we'd be only happy to help explain things as best as we can, we honestly don't mind and don't judge. We were new once ourselves :) Please note that in general, these are adult friendly meetups, therefore, we are not responsible for those under 18 in attendance. We may have events targeted at children in the future. As with any Meetup, please try to stick to your RSVP or change it to No if you can't come.
Hack and Chill
Hack and Chill
🔐 **Hack and Chill – Weekly Meetup** 🔐 📍 **Tog Hackerspace** \| 🕖 **Fridays, 7–9 PM** *(Except the first Friday of the month – we’re at 2600 Dublin then!)* Are you into cybersecurity, hardware hacking, or just love the hacker mindset? Bring your laptop, your curiosity, and your latest digital mischief to our chill Friday night sessions. No talks, no pressure — just hacking, learning, and chatting with like-minded folks in a relaxed space. 💻 BYO projects, hacks, and war stories ☕ Tea, tools, and toggers provided 💬 New faces always welcome Come hang out. We don’t bite — unless you’re a vulnerable service. https://www.tog.ie/2025/08/new-weekly-group-night-hack-and-chill/
Dublin Tech Week: Amateur Radio & Connected Tech at Ballyroan Library
Dublin Tech Week: Amateur Radio & Connected Tech at Ballyroan Library
Join South Dublin Radio Club and TOG Hackerspace for a free, family-friendly Dublin Tech Week drop-in event at Ballyroan Library. Explore the invisible world of wireless signals with live radio demos, satellite signals, Morse code, digital modes, simple IoT workflows, and a beginner-friendly radio fox hunt. No radio knowledge needed, just curiosity. Drop in, ask questions, and have a go. **When:** Saturday, 23rd May 2026, 12:00 to 16:00 **Where:** Ballyroan Library, Orchardstown Avenue, Rathfarnham, Dublin, D14 VY33 **Cost:** Free **More info:** [https://www.tog.ie/2026/05/amateur-radio-connected-tech-at-dublin-tech-week-2026/](https://www.tog.ie/2026/05/amateur-radio-connected-tech-at-dublin-tech-week-2026/)
📚 Books & Social 🍸
📚 Books & Social 🍸
📚Reading books and discussing them are two distinct experiences! Conversations about books and sharing insights help us better appreciate literature and enrich our lives. Let's grab a drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and discuss books we're currently reading or have recently enjoyed—whether poetry, fiction, or non-fiction. Bring your physical book or e-reader. There's no formal structure or agenda—just books and good conversation.💬 It's a perfect place to get book recommendations and rediscover your reading momentum if you've hit a slump. We welcome readers of all backgrounds and interests! ⚠️**Something Happened?** If something unpleasant happened to you, it may happen to others. Even if it seems minor, don't hesitate to reach out to me. 🔍 **How to find us?** * When I reach the venue, I'll leave a comment in the meetup where the group is seated. Normally, the booking is in my name, so you can ask the staff for the group. * If you're unable to find us, leave a comment in the meetup page. I'll be able to guide you. We highly encourage you to move between tables and strike up conversations with fellow book lovers. These discussions about literature and reading recommendations are often the highlight of the event! As an organizer, I'm always looking for feedback about the event and suggestions for new events, so feel free to suggest ideas to me. 💡 I look forward to seeing you all! 😊
DMG Visit to Dublin's Botanic Gardens
DMG Visit to Dublin's Botanic Gardens
Reset + Release + Rise. Breathwork. Bodywork. Energy. Dance
Reset + Release + Rise. Breathwork. Bodywork. Energy. Dance
**Release +Reset + Rise Experience** Experience the integration of breathwork, bodywork, energy, and dance in our immersive events. Step into a space where reset meets empowerment. Release + Reset + Rise is not a class. It's a full-body initiation into clarity, strength, and power. LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE. THIS IS A PAID EVENT[ PLEASE BOOK YOUR PLACE HERE](https://www.releaseandreset.com/event-details/reset-release-rise-experience-dublin-2) **What Makes This Experience Unique** Wireless headphones create an immersive soundscape that cuts through noise and drops you straight into your body. Every track is intentional, moving energy, awakening emotion, amplifying presence. **The Journey** Across three immersive hours, you will move through: * **Guided Breathwork** — calm the mind, awaken life force, drop into deep presence. * **Somatic Movement & Bodywork** — release blockages and reconnect with your body’s intelligence. * **Immersive Sound Journey** — curated soundscape in wireless headphones for full-body release and embodiment. * **Energy Activation Practices** — awaken your inner power, open your heart, elevate your state. * **Dance & Free Movement** — liberate your expression, shake off stagnant energy, feel fully alive. * **Integration & Grounding** — lock the shift into your system, anchor the reset, and carry it into daily life. This is a full-spectrum reset — a space to breathe, move, release, and come home to yourself. LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE. THIS IS A PAID EVENT [PLEASE BOOK YOUR PLACE HERE](https://www.releaseandreset.com/event-details/reset-release-rise-experience-dublin-2) [Follow us on Instagram HERE](https://www.instagram.com/release_and_reset/) **The Shifts You May Notice** * Emotional release that dissolves old weight * Nervous system reset into deep calm and stability * Clear mind, anchored mood, vibrant energy flow * Breakthroughs as profound as psychedelic states — without substances * Expanded capacity for joy, intimacy, sensual aliveness, and creative expression * Anchored confidence, embodied self-trust, untouchable strength **Who This Is For** This experience is for you if… * You feel stuck in your head and long to feel grounded, alive, and at home in your body. * You crave more than a workout or wellness class — you want transformation. * You’re ready to reset your nervous system and rise into your full energy. Whether you’re new to somatic practices or already deep on your path, this journey meets you where you are and lifts you higher. LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE. THIS IS A PAID EVENT [PLEASE BOOK YOUR PLACE HERE](https://www.releaseandreset.com/event-details/reset-release-rise-experience-dublin-2) **What’s Included** * 3-hour guided immersion (breathwork, bodywork, energy, sound, dance) * Integration guide + reflection prompts * Take-home practices to anchor the reset **Event Details** **Time & Location** 23 May 2026 \| 17:00 – 20:00 Yoga Lab Dublin \| 1st Floor\, 28 Corrig Rd\, Sandyford, Dublin, D18 V274 [JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP TO GET SPECIAL DISCOUNTS](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BnkkS9W0ZUSAOKsjwKyH2p?mode=hqrt1) [Follow us on Instagram HERE](https://www.instagram.com/release_and_reset/) If you have any questions please contact us at **[carmen@releaseandreset.com](http://carmen@releaseandreset.com/)**

API Events Near You

Connect with your local API community

SQL Server 2025: The Developer’s Revolution
SQL Server 2025: The Developer’s Revolution
The June Ohio North Database Training user group meeting will be held on **June 2nd, 2026 at 5:00PM**. This will be a **HYBRID** event and we will be joined online by **Sam Nasr.** You're welcome to come meet in-person at our meeting location, the offices of Improving at **[6000 Freedom Square Dr,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** **[Unit 110,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** **[Independence, OH 44131](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** [Teams Link ](https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/215625630917731?p=vxNb3zudhNj0S6Cg0v)if anyone needs it after RSVP-ing for in person. If you would like to subscribe to our email list outside of Meetup, we have changed platforms recently and you will need to register [here in Kit ](https://ohio-north-data-training.kit.com/b8f036f615)instead to receive emails. Agenda: **5:00 PM EST**: Online and in-person meeting begins with a social hour. This is an unstructured hour where you can join us to catch up and meet other group members before the session starts. There will be food brought in for in-person attendees. **6:00 PM EST**: Elections, announcements, followed by our feature presentation. See below for presentation details. **7:30 PM EST**: Optionally after the main presentations, the in-person crowd may go out for snacks and drinks at a local establishment. We hope to see you there! Session Abstract ### SQL Server 2025: The Developer’s Revolution Explore SQL Server 2025’s new dev features -JSON type, Regular Expressions, and Change Event Streaming for real-time pipelines. See how REST API and Data API Builder turn your data into secure, high-performance APIs. Packed with demos, this session is perfect for developers, DBAs, and architects \*Please note, that we will be using Microsoft Teams for the online portion of this meeting. You may want to join a few minutes early to ensure you do not have any issues. If you are attending in person, there are large TVs at the office, and you do not need to bring a laptop or use Teams.
Ensuring Software Quality in the world of AI Developers - Matt Eland
Ensuring Software Quality in the world of AI Developers - Matt Eland
**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** Like it or not, AI agents are now capable of turning a quickly written paragraph of requirements into a pull request that is ready to be integrated into real-world production applications and it's now our responsibility to make sure AI doesn't go rogue and take down prod - or corrupt our data by misunderstanding the requirements or our existing schemas. In this session we'll explore strategies to protect our codebases through unit and integration testing, documentation, and code review along with additional ways of providing context and guard rails to our AI agents as they carry out the work we've assigned them to do. By the time we're done, you'll have a firm grasp of the problem and understand some helpful options for protecting your codebase from vibe coding mishaps getting YOLOed into prod. **YouTube Link** TBD
NSCoder Night
NSCoder Night
Bring your work or your hobby, hang out, and code with us. Follow @buckeyecocoa for more information.
DoJo (Informal Python Meeting)
DoJo (Informal Python Meeting)
**Latest Dojo Location!** **Knotty Pine Brewing** 1765 W 3rd Ave, Columbus, OH 43212 We're going to try a new dojo location for a few weeks and see how it works Dojos are informal Python group study sessions where everyone interested in Python gathers to learn about Python, help others with Python, or just hang out. Everyone is welcome from Python beginners to experts. Bringing a laptop is encouraged (we'll have extension cords and power strips). If there's something you want to learn leave a comment on this invite so we can plan ahead. We're looking for speakers for our Monthly Meetups! Fill out the form if you are interested in presenting to the Python Community. https://forms.gle/ehSfUAC2WgR34Crq9
Prompting Is Not Magic: How to Give AI Better Context
Prompting Is Not Magic: How to Give AI Better Context
Most people use AI like a search box: they type one sentence, hope for the best, and get frustrated when the answer is generic, wrong, or useless. But getting better results from tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and other AI systems is not about memorizing magic prompts. It is about learning how to give the AI better context. In this beginner-friendly session, we’ll break down how to make AI dramatically more useful by improving the way you communicate with it. You’ll learn how to give clearer instructions, provide examples, set constraints, ask for better output formats, and use follow-up questions to turn a mediocre answer into a genuinely useful one. We’ll cover practical techniques you can use immediately for work, learning, writing, coding, planning, research, and everyday problem solving. We’ll also touch on why these same ideas show up in more advanced AI systems, including RAG, agents, evaluations, and AI workflows. No technical background required. Bring your curiosity, your questions, and maybe one real task you wish AI was better at helping you with. **What you’ll learn:** * Why “better prompting” is really about better context * How to structure requests so AI gives more useful answers * How to use examples, constraints, and output formats * How to iterate when the first answer is not good enough * How these skills connect to more advanced AI workflows This meetup is for anyone who wants to move beyond basic ChatGPT usage and start getting more practical value out of AI. LOGISTICS AND PARKING: The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks! The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.
Game Dev Meetup  (@Improving In-Person)
Game Dev Meetup (@Improving In-Person)
PLEASE NOTE!!! This event will be In-Person for our very 1st Improving collab! If you know the [Columbus Unity group](https://www.meetup.com/columbus-unity-user-group/) location, we'll be at the same place. This is our 1st event and are doing a soft launch with limited attendance. 1st come 1st serve. If you want to be there and we fill up, please email me at [info@thecogg.com](mailto:info@thecogg.com) and I'll be in touch. All street parking is free on Sundays but you can also pay to park in any of the local garages. See image of [parking map here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Mr9_LFIggbs-0_Zd3AJTGNqEhgMf2TzQ/view?usp=sharing). \-\-\- On the last Sunday of the month, we're having our usual end-of-the-month social gathering with our GameDev Meetup meeting. There will be announcements and presentations followed by some social networking Let's continue the conversations with good vibes and friends. All are welcomed from all ages and backgrounds to this public event. If we can, we'll be streaming or uploading the video later via our COGG YouTube channel here: [https://www.youtube.com/@TheCOGG/streams](https://www.youtube.com/@TheCOGG/streams) (Also please do subscribe if you have not done so!) No game development experience required! If you are interested in doing a 20 minute game development related presentation, please fill out our form online here: [https://goo.gl/forms/lVdTJZiNJewlPJuj1](https://goo.gl/forms/lVdTJZiNJewlPJuj1) Or e-mail us at info@thecogg.com with the following: Your Name, Company/Affiliation, Name of Your Game/Topic, Description, Tech Needs, and Your Contact. Be sure to check out our Discord for real time news updates: [https://discord.gg/NrBhuNQ](https://discord.gg/NrBhuNQ)
Cocoaheads
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/