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Dulles Code & Coffee is a collaborative community of software and technology enthusiasts seeking to learn, grow, and help each other. All skill levels are welcome. The concept is simple. Bring a laptop and ideas. We’ll provide coffee, tea, and donuts. Thank you to [BTI360](https://www.bti360.com/) for sponsoring this event. ## **Event Format** 1. At 9:15 everyone introduces themselves and briefly describes what brought them out this morning (project, homework, networking, etc.). 2. For the rest of the day folks work in the communal space, socializing and asking/giving help as desired. ## **Location** BTI360’s Office in Herndon The office is across from Worldgate, looking down on the toll road. ## **Address** 12930 Worldgate Dr, Ste 400, Herndon, VA 20170 [[map](https://goo.gl/maps/pF5ZrPUviX1vtmdSA)] ## **Logistics** * **Must be a U.S. Citizen to attend. Real ID verification is required.** * PARKING: Use the surface lot. All spaces marked MIII are open for parking. Please avoid Management spaces, State Farm and SP+ * ARRIVAL: Follow the signs from the front entrance to the freight elevator located in the parking garage on level P2. Take the elevator to Suite 400 (Floor 4). * How to find us video: [https://youtu.be/ohqFzyqiASE](https://youtu.be/ohqFzyqiASE) ## **Community Guidelines** We value the participation of each member of the community and want all attendees to have an enjoyable and fulfilling experience. To ensure a conducive environment, all participants are required to conform to our [code of conduct](https://github.com/DullesCodeCoffee/.github/blob/main/code-of-conduct.md).

Learn how a GenAI application is helping organizations move beyond reactive security measures by identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cybersecurity threats before incidents occur. This session explores how to take proactive security measures before incidents happen through automated cybersecurity assessments that minimize business impact. The application addresses a critical challenge facing security teams: centralizing disparate data sources by creating a single pane of glass for security data from AWS environments, SaaS providers, on-premises systems, and cloud sources into a purpose-built data lake stored in the client's account. Attendees will discover how this approach delivers tangible outcomes, including accelerated threat investigations using natural language processing, identification of critical areas to proactively prioritize security efforts, reduced mean time to respond to and detect threats, and enhanced capability to focus on both internal and external data sources. Whether you're looking to strengthen your security posture or streamline your security operations, this session offers practical insights into leveraging GenAI for proactive cybersecurity. **Timeline:** **6:00 PM** \- Doors Open\. Please be prepared to show ID that matches your registration\. **6:30 PM - 7:30 PM** \- Speaker **7:30 PM - 8:00 PM** \- Networking **8:00 PM** \- Event ends\. Conversation continues at Highline for anyone interested\.

**Agenda :** * 4.30 to 4.45 PM ET: Food and Networking * 4.45 to 5.30 PM ET: "Practical Applications of Model Context Protocol (MCP) (Feb 2026 Edition)" Hello Everyone! Please join us for our Feb 10th edition of the AI-ML MeetUp. **Please note this is an in-person meeting and light refreshments/food will be provided.** **Title:** Practical Applications of Model Context Protocol (MCP) (Feb 2026 Edition) **Description:** This session explores how the Model Context Protocol (MCP) can be used to connect AI models with real-world tools and data. Attendees will learn practical patterns for implementing MCP in production workflows and applications. Through examples and use cases, the session highlights how MCP enables more capable, context-aware AI systems. **Location:** The meeting will be hosted in the Applied Information Sciences ( AIS ) office in Reston, at 11440 Commerce Park Dr # 600 · Reston, VA. The location is also right off the Silver Line metro's Wiehle-Reston Metro Station. **Parking:** Parking is paid and can be validated at the AIS office reception. We will meet in Room Lake Anne. We hope to see you all there!!!!

\*This event will be **ONLINE ONLY** Are you an experienced tech professional aiming for top-tier roles at MANGA, AI companies, hedge funds, or just the next step? Your coding skills are solid, but **can you perform under pressure?** * Do you freeze when the timer starts? * Struggle to articulate your thought process clearly while coding? * Pass the coding screen but get rejected after the onsite? * Find it difficult to demonstrate "Senior" scope during technical discussions? Top-tier tech companies don't just look for the correct code. At the senior level, it’s no longer just about solving the algorithm - it’s about **communication, trade-off analysis, edge-case handling, and clarity of thought.** We are bringing in a **Senior Engineer directly from Amazon** to conduct a **Live Mock Interview session**. This is your chance to see exactly what happens inside a top-tier technical interview and understand the specific rubric hiring managers use to grade candidates. **This is not a theoretical lecture.** This is a real-time simulation of the high-stakes interview environment, followed by a detailed breakdown of what went right and what went wrong. **What We Will Cover:** * **The Interviewer’s Lens:** How a Senior Amazon Engineer evaluates a candidate in real-time (beyond just the syntax). * **Structured Problem Solving:** How to approach ambiguous problems, ask the right clarifying questions, and drive the solution forward. * **Communication is Key:** Mastering the "Think Out Loud" technique effectively to show your reasoning. * **The Senior Difference:** How to demonstrate seniority through code modularity, optimization discussions, and handling constraints. **Who Should Attend:** ⚠️ **Please Note:** This event is tailored for **experienced professionals** in the tech industry (e.g., Senior Software Engineers and tech professionals with more than 2 years of experience) who want to crack the interview process at major tech firms. **RSVP today to elevate your interview game.** **Hosted by TopCoding**

HYBRID EVENT, VIRTUAL SPEAKER In this talk, Sean Hoar will explore the transformative journey of AI’s role in modern software engineering, from rapid prototyping (“Vibe Coding”) to strategic AI integration by skilled practitioners. It clarifies the distinctions between AI-assisted, AI-enabled, and practitioner-led approaches, offering insights into how developers can effectively adapt to and harness AI tools. The presentation also highlights recent advancements and practical strategies for leveraging AI in daily workflows and long-term development.

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We will be meeting at Starbucks to learn together. Come with an online class you're already going through or an interest and we will try to connect you with a course where you can learn it. Already have a skill you want to contribute to a Kaggle Datascience competition? We will work on these too! Laptop required :)