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dear all, We will move to Bailian Zhongshan BEFORE jing’an opens. Welcome to join us Please confirm with me first before you signed up My WeChat is ellenliu12345 60rmb for 2 hours , 6 people share a court 小伙伴们， 所以我们在静安开放之前将会在百联中环打，欢迎加入我们

what is the best way to spend your weekend ? come to join us for badminton to have fun! please prepare racket by yourself , shuttlecock will be provided , add my WeChat : ellenliu12345 to sign up by our WeChat group . 60 RMB for 2 hours , we play double for fun game , 6 people share one court

what is the best way to spend your weekend ? come to join us for badminton to have fun! please prepare racket by yourself , shuttlecock will be provided , add my WeChat : ellenliu12345 to sign up by our WeChat group . 60 RMB for 2 hours , we play double for fun game , 6 people share one court

This is a group for anyone interested in learning Chinese, including oral Chinese ,business Chinese ,HSK. And on every Friday night we do Chinese Corner,greetings,learning part, language exchange, free talk,games etc. Btw, coffee,drinks are on the side. all skill levels are Welcome!! It’s a great chance to make international friends ,and learn about other cultures . Looking forward to seeing you:-) WeChat : ZoeMandarinClass 喜欢外语的朋友欢迎加入我们！既能练习第二语言，又能结交一些新朋友，感受不同国家的文化和习惯！欢迎大家!

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Come run around, throw some frisbees, play board game , and see old friends and make new ones in expo park this wekkend. Cost: RMB15 including water, Please buy the sports insurance for this event yourself inadvanced. After sign up, Please add the host wechat via hawk_cn Pickleball is a rapidly growing sport that is a mix of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. It's easy to learn, fast paced, and tons of fun! This is a game for people of all ages and skill/experience levels who want to play a friendly and non-competitive pickup frisbee game. We meet every Weekend afternoon in century park as long as weather is okay. We arrange warm up & practice. We'll work on some throws, passes, & catches. and utimate Frisbee Pickup Game of 7 vs 7 as well. All levels welcome even beginners! If you haven't played before or want to polish your skills, myself and a couple of the more experienced players will be there 30 minutes before to toss, explain the rules and run through a couple drills. We also prepare camping tarp and board games. Let's have fun by playing board games during Frisbee breakup. Please take metro line 2/7 to Century Park and the venue is entry from gate 6. (go straight 100m and the frisbee lawn is on your right side) General guidelines: Dress accordingly. Have plenty of water. Sunscreen on a sunny day. Stretch & warm up. Playing Ultimate is all about good sportsmanship, respect, and gracefulness on the field. Fun & having a good time is a must above anything else. Disclaimer： Each person who participates accepts responsibility for making their own determinations and for their own safety, conduct and well being; recognizes that possible attend outdoor activities and agrees to participate solely at their own risk. The organizer of this ultimate Frisbee event shall not be held liable for any inconvenience, accidents, rescues, injuries etc. Meetup Citywalk reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at the Walking tour. If you have problem with this, please contact the event organizer or tout leader. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! All those who sign up for the event will accept this declaration by default, so please read it carefully! 抛掉烦恼，接住快乐！以盘会友，飞你莫属！运动社交，快乐飞盘！掼蛋桌游，躲避球体验！ 费用：15元/人， 参与本活动务必领取活动保障，无活动当天有效保险者谢绝参与！ 友情提醒: 谢绝微商，保险，医美销售人员参与！ 活力重燃，世博文化公园飞盘桌游掼蛋派对！ 小伙伴们准备好流汗了嘛？！ 飞盘初体验，满满多巴胺\~ 周末欢乐飞盘为长期活动，活动时间安排在周末，为喜欢运动的青年朋友提供相遇的机会。 你的收获： 认识更多喜欢运动的朋友 体验极限飞盘这项运动带来的乐趣 锻炼身体，放松身心 小白友好，飞盘超容易上手，有领队飞盘入门教学。 活动流程： 01 初次见面，破冰互动 02 零基础教学，正反手传接盘练习 03 规则讲解，拉伸热身，分组对抗 04 集体合影，赛后交流 05 活动结束AA聚餐（可选） 遇见城市部落Meetup Citywalk为带社交属性的公益活动，让大家在愉快轻松的氛围中用脚步丈量和认知这个城市，以及通过羽毛球，保龄球，飞盘，骑行等活动认识新朋友。领队导游会对沿线的地标景观和历史建筑等做适度讲解，行程开始会有破冰互动和自我介绍，行程中安排小游戏，分组交谈互动，coffee break来加深了解, 帮内向的朋友放松融入团队，漫步活动结束视情况组织晚餐，增加大家的社交半径。活动参与者以8090后国内和海归名校毕业生，各行业精英为主。烦请带有不良企图和商业目的的参与者绕行 飞盘运动是一种老少咸宜的健身项目， 只要有一片空旷的场地就能开心的玩耍。飞盘的参与门槛很低。一身运动服、一双跑鞋、一片飞盘，就是全部的必要装备。 飞盘运动融合了橄榄球、足球、篮球等运动特色是一项无身体碰撞、男女差异小乐趣与竞技兼备的运动对新人友好、上手快、没有裁判不需要运动天赋 哪怕是不爱运动的小伙伴也很快可以参与其中并享受飞盘运动带来的畅爽与热血\~飞盘是少有的男女能够共同参加，需要相互配合，不容易出现身体冲撞和激烈对抗的竞技运动。进攻方通过传接飞盘推进，在得分区内接到盘得分，期间飞盘落地则攻防转换 在自己大汗淋漓 享受奔跑、跳跃 带来激情和自由的同时 也能感受到团队合作的魅力 抓盘、接盘、传盘 和队友齐心协力 体验“盘不落地，永不放弃！” 快来成为一名优秀的“操盘手”吧\~ 燃脂暴汗 比起室内的运动 户外的项目更能体验到 暴汗燃脂的畅快 为忙碌的身体放放风、充充电 和小伙伴们互相配合 制定战术、攻守兼备 通力合作最终取得胜利 玩过的小伙伴都说上瘾 “社恐星人”的社交利器： 团队运动游戏是最快打破尴尬的利器 飞盘游戏的团体意识强 每个人都需要在短时间内搭建信任和默契 直接打破圈层限制 认识更多有趣的朋友 “都市打工人”的解压利器：草坪上肆意奔跑、呐喊、欢呼不仅锻炼身体，还释放心中压力运动后荷尔蒙的飙升也使人降低防备在欢乐的氛围里更深层次的了解彼此、拉近距 “社恐星人”的社交利器： 团队运动游戏是最快打破尴尬的利器 飞盘游戏的团体意识强 每个人都需要在短时间内搭建信任和默契 直接打破圈层限制，认识更多有的朋 WFDF世界飞盘联合会将极限飞盘精神浓缩为“SOTG”图标，即熟知规则、避免身体接触、公平竞争、享受比赛、真诚沟通。独特的精神内核自这项运动诞生之日起，就蕴含其中。 飞盘绝对是让你大汗淋漓的有氧运动，因为比赛场地一般都是一整个足球场，全场人追着一个飞盘跑，享受多巴胺带来的快乐，当然它还可以满足身心愉悦的社交需求，他可以是一个人的快乐，也可以是一群人的快乐。通过飞盘场上队友双方一次又一次的飞盘抛接合作，促进了彼此之间的沟通交流。场上挥洒汗水，场下收获友谊，飞盘运动就是这么一项简单又有趣的社交运动。 燃脂，也是人们热爱大飞盘的一大原因：飞盘是一项特别好的有氧和无氧相结合的运动，一场飞盘下来就能消耗900多大卡。投接飞盘的手法千变万化。 历经20多年的变化与发展，已衍生出十余种正式的国际竞赛。参加飞盘运动的同学在锻炼身体的同时，可以结识伙伴，锻炼大脑，有益身心。即使没有一丝基础，你也可以在草地上玩得酣畅淋漓。因为飞盘上手快，是一种非常快乐的有氧运动！飞盘，是可以迅速激活全身肌肉的健身项目 ，男女同场竞技、门槛低、强社交、无身体碰撞......这些特点让任何人都能轻松上手。 Frisbee飞盘这是一项只有20多年发展历程的运动这是一项已有十余种正式国际竞赛的运动这是一项可以提高多种身体机能的运动: 眼手协调力 专注力 弹跳力 免责声明： 本活动为非盈利户外公益活动，可能存在其他风险因素。团队的任何一名队员都应本着：“尽力救助，风险自担”的原则参加这次活动，参与人员选择共同参与，属于自愿行为，双方不存在强制性约束力。并且明确知道此次活动不存在合同范畴的权利义务关系。 主办方负责对活动进行组织协调，如活动中发生意外事故，组织者有义务组织救援，但不承担任何法律和经济责任，特此申明！ 如活动中产生经济与身体损害，由受损害人和本组织声明依法解决，特此声明。凡报名参与此次活动，均视为已阅读并认可本声明，活动开始后本声明自动生效并表明你接受本声明，否则，请在活动开始前退出！参加活动请自行购买至少涵盖活动当日的意外险，未购买活动当日意外险的谢绝参与活动！ 照片说明：默认主办方拥有活动当天所有相关照片的使用权、传播权。如有异议，请提前与领队沟通，否则默认同意上述条款。 报名后请添加领队获取最新活动安排。

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晚7-9点 周末小酌@静安香格里拉Calypso地中海酒廊! Meetup Citywalk invite you to join our weekend drink & Mixer event at Calypso lounge. Meet and mingle with fellows, enjoy a drink or two and have fun! Don't be afraid to come alone and you can make friends quickly here since most of us also come alone too. See you there! 周末的时光，不应该空白！ 遇见·城市部落诚挚的邀请您一起来Calypso地中海酒廊参加after-work drink,和新老朋友一起小酌，邂逅漫时光。花看半开 酒到微醺，开启夏日时尚社交！

Itinery: 9:00 AM, Arrive at Hangzhou east train station, Take metro to West lake for walking tour in the spring. Lunch break, Hiking at Dragon well tea plantation，Faxi Buddhist temple, 6:00PM finish the hiking and take train back to Shanghai. Please book the train ticket in advanced which will be sold our soon. Cost: free to participate, train ticket, food exclude. After sign up, please add the host wechat via hawk_cn 行程：上午9点高铁到达杭州东站，西湖苏提漫步，法喜寺祈福，徒步至龙井村午餐，下午徒步十里琅珰茶园，九溪十八涧，下午7点结束徒步乘坐地铁回到杭州东站，**请自行提前购买往返火车票。** 费用：免费参与，火车票，餐费自理 Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province in East China, has been reputed highly as the “Paradise City” for more than 1,000 years. As one of the seven ancient capitals in China, it was once the “City of Heaven, the most magnificent in all over the world” by Marco Polo. Also, this idyllic dreamy place keeping its own poetic charm still ranks top among the most beautiful, quiet and elegant cities in China nowadays. 杭州西湖，柳枝轻拂，桃花绽放。每一缕春风，都带着江南的诗意。每一朵桃花，都藏着春的密语，每一根柳枝，都摇曳着岁月的温柔。漫步湖畔，目之所及，皆是大自然馈赠的浪漫诗行。 Dragon Well Tea plantations！ Located southwest of West Lake, Long Jing Tea Plantations are one of the most gorgeous places in Hangzhou. Long Jing is also known as “No. 1 Tea Village” with growing plantations of almost 800 acres of Long Jing Tea. In Long Jing Mountains Park which is located in the Long Jing Tea Village you can discover many attractions related to tea culture, watch the process of tea roasting and drink famous Long Jing Tea in the hundred-year old teahouse. Incidentally, Long Jing Tea Village is an amazing place for taking pictures for your Instagram so be prepared and do not lose a chance to visit this charming place right now. 画舫推开三月的烟波，垂柳蘸着桃色在碧空写意。苏堤春晓揉碎了千年月光，烟雨裁成白居易的诗行，新燕衔着苏东坡的韵脚掠过断桥。茶山捧出龙井的嫩芽，把时光酿成一杯清欢。你与江南，只差一个西湖之春——看黛色山岚漫过亭台，看落花驮着宋词款款入画。此刻，风是吴侬软语，水是流动的平仄。 杭州市有“人间天堂”的美誉，以风景秀丽著称于世。龙井问茶是新西湖十景之一，位于龙井村内，是走访龙井茶文化的著名景点，也是西湖龙井的主 Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province in East China, has been reputed highly as the “Paradise City” for more than 1,000 years. As one of the seven ancient capitals in China, it was once the “City of Heaven, the most magnificent in all over the world” by Marco Polo. Also, this idyllic dreamy place keeping its own poetic charm still ranks top among the most beautiful, quiet and elegant cities in China nowadays. Dragon Well Tea plantations！ Located southwest of West Lake, Long Jing Tea Plantations are one of the most gorgeous places in Hangzhou. Long Jing is also known as “No. 1 Tea Village” with growing plantations of almost 800 acres of Long Jing Tea. In Long Jing Mountains Park which is located in the Long Jing Tea Village you can discover many attractions related to tea culture, watch the process of tea roasting and drink famous Long Jing Tea in the hundred-year old teahouse. Incidentally, Long Jing Tea Village is an amazing place for taking pictures for your Instagram so be prepared and do not lose a chance to visit this charming place right now. 作为一座显赫一时的千年古刹，上天竺法喜寺以其佛教文化内涵和其独擅胜场的景色吸引人。古人赞上天竺景色称：“万竹参霄，碧荫数里，寂然空谷，惟闻泉声。 **法喜讲寺**，又名**上天竺**，座落在杭州市天竺山白云峰麓。与西湖周围山水诸胜相连，东接中印寺、灵隐寺，南越琅珰岭通龙井、五云山，西出梅灵隧道即为云栖、梅坞诸景。 现在法喜讲寺的殿宇主要有山门、天王殿、圆通宝殿、大雄宝殿、藏经楼、毗卢殿等建筑，布局庄严，错落有致。千年古刹再现昔日胜景。 法喜寺整个寺庙依山而建，历史上以观音灵验、香火兴旺而闻名大江南北，历代许多帝王临幸上天竺敬香朝拜。尤其是明清以来，每到春香时节，浙东苏南各地的香客纷纷前来天竺敬香，形成每年一度的“天竺香市”，延续至今，经久不衰。 Shangtianzhu Temple is also known as Faxi Temple. It is located at No. 239, Tianzhu Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou. It has a history of over one thousand years and is one of the origins of the Chinese white-dressed Guanyin. Inside the temple, there are ancient buildings such as the Tibetan Buddhist Temple, the Liangfeng Hall, the Thousand Buddhas’ Pavilion, and the Huanghua Pavilion. There are also the Baiyunfeng, Ruituofeng and Ruituoquan scenic attractions nearby. It is a great place to visit and worship the Buddha. If you come to Hangzhou as a pious supplicant,you don't necessarily have tovist Lingyin Temple-there are so many people there,how could the Buddha respond to all their prayers?The three temples of Tianzhu:Faxi,Fajing and Fa-jing are just next to Lingyin Temple,and are much quieter,purer places compared to the crowded clamour of Lingyin Temple.The Buddha can do his best to answer your prayers there,as you are the only one before him. 不尽西湖美，一品龙井香。 人间天堂，茶韵之都，寻茶杭州，欲把西湖比西子，从来佳茗似 Inquiring About Tea at Dragon Well. **Longjing (Dragon Well) green tea** Located just south of Hangzhou province's beautiful West Lake, Longjing is home to China's most celebrated green tea, the color of jade, and has the fresh aroma of chestnuts and cut grass. The best time to visit the area is during China's Qing Ming Festival (usually April), when most picking and roasting take place. Longjing's tea villages and plantations are connected by a cycle pathway and a bus route. Longjing is home to the China National Tea Museum Among the temples, pagodas, and gardens lining the shores of nearby West Lake sit many small tea houses where Longjing tea can be enjoyed in a relaxed atmosphere. 漫步被岁月翻新的茶山，感受自然的馈赠与历史的沉淀。 乾隆下江南时曾经到胡公庙，细细品龙井茶后，对其称赞不绝并亲自将胡公庙前的十八棵龙井茶树列为御茶从此杭州龙井茶开始冠绝天下. Longjing village's tea plantations. At over 1200 years old Longjing offers history and culture in abundance. 清朝乾隆皇帝六巡江南，四访龙井，作了《再游龙井作》，诗中写道：“问山得路宜晴后，汲水烹茶正雨前。”明代文人高濂在《四时幽赏录》中提到：“西湖之泉，以虎跑为最。两山之茶，以龙井为佳。”虎跑泉配龙井茶，是大自然馈赠给杭州的珍品。 独步天下的龙井茶，以“色绿、香郁、味甘、形美”著称。一片片青绿的茶叶，不仅是茶农勤劳致富的依靠，更是经过西湖山水温润的历史文化，是千百年来一代代杭州人的烟火人间。 茶为国饮 杭为茶都中国茶叶博物馆是全国唯一的茶专题博物馆，也逐步成为西湖风景的一个不可或缺的组成 中国茶叶博物馆坐落于风景秀丽的茶都杭州，西湖龙井茶园环绕馆区四周，是我国唯一以茶和茶文化为主题的国家级专题博物馆。共有双峰馆区（龙井路88号）和龙井馆区（翁家山268号），两馆区占地面积共12.2万平方米，建筑面积共1.3万平方米。博物馆集茶主题文化展示、科普宣传、学术研究、国际交流、茶艺培训、互动体验及品茗、会务、休闲等服务功能于一体，是向世界展现中国茶历史文化的重要窗口，也是市民游客茶文化旅游活动的乐园。 China National Tea Museum This charming themed museum dedicated to tea culture is also located in Long Jing Tea Village in the southwest of West Lake. The museum has variety of exhibition halls, each with a different tea-focused theme, such as tea history, extract, affairs, culture and tools. It is an amazing place where you can learn almost everything about tea and see treasured teas with thousand years of history. One more reason for visiting this museum is that it has a tea ceremony area where you can enjoy fresh tea in a calm and quiet atmosphere. Nine Creeks Meandering Through a Misty Forest！ This scenie spot is situated among the wooded hills southwest of West Lake. formerly known as Nine Creeks and Eighteen Gullies.Or it is simply called Nine Creeks. As it remains as natural as ever,with serene rustic charms. 九溪烟树并非以名胜古迹见长，而是以意境深幽的自然景观取胜。每年的4月-10月是丰水期，也是游九溪最好的季节，否则可能看不到瀑布，溪流也较小。

Time : 15:00-16:00 Venue: Oriental Sports Center Cost: RMB 55/person After sign up, Please add the host wechat via hawk_cn Citywalkers Group invites you to play some badminton games. Do you have your rackets ready? Let's have some smashing fun! Enjoy the badminton! Build friendship. Spread the happiness. We arrange two courts for the two hours and most of us are social players to have fun. Most of time is playing double. Please prepare your own racket and we will prepare feathers shuttlecocks. ​Advance booking and prepaid are required and RSVP will stop after all availble spaces have been filled! Please add tour leader wechat: hawk_cn to register for this event. Cancellation：at least 24hrs before the session start time. This will ensure fair access for everyone. Ignoring RSVPs: Anyone with 2 no-shows (signed up but not played) will be de-prioritized for future sessions, meaning their RSVPs won’t be taken seriously. Badminton is a very intense and high demanding sport, players with heart disease, high blood pressure and other physical condition that may hinder their performance are discouraged from joining. You will need correct shoes and clothing. Please ensure that you stretch and warm up before and after sessions to prevent injury. Your are responsible for your own well-being and we and the sports facility representatives will not be responsible for any injury, stolen or damaged property or any other occurrences during our sessions.

***Scan the WhatsApp QR code above to connect with us.*** (Hint: Save the image to your phone, then open it. Press and hold on the image, and your WhatsApp app will open and prompt you to add the contact.) The picture above was taken in the compound of **Baoshan Temple** (寶山寺), it is a Buddhist temple located on the banks of the Lianqi River in the town of Baoshan District, Shanghai. Hi, my name is Nigel. I graduated from Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics and began my career designing rocket components for China’s aerospace program. So unlike the so-called “rocket scientists” on Wall Street, I am the real deal. For the past 20 years, I have helped foreign businesses achieve a smooth landing in China, navigating everything from market strategy and regulatory compliance to local partnerships and execution. I speak the languages of engineering, mathematics, and cross-border business. Let us have a cup of tea at a peaceful Buddhist temple and talk business. We can brainstorm practical, real-world approaches to doing business in China. My associate and I also host business networking events and organize trips around China for professionals and entrepreneurs. Please add the WhatsApp contact above to connect and confirm details.

Meet and connect with other solo entrepreneurs who understand the unique challenges and rewards of running a business single-handedly 结识并联系其他独立创业者，他们了解独自经营企业的独特挑战和回报 Whether you're just starting out or have been on this journey for a while, our gathering is designed to provide you with valuable connections, insights, and resources. You'll have the chance to: 无论您是刚刚起步还是已经踏上征程一段时间，我们的聚会都旨在为您提供宝贵的联系、见解和资源。您将有机会： * **Meet and Mingle:** Engage with fellow solo entrepreneurs from various industries. Share your stories, challenges, and triumphs in an environment that understands the solo journey. * **Learn from Experts:** Hear from experienced entrepreneurs and industry experts who will offer actionable advice on key topics like time management, scaling your business, and building a personal brand. * **Explore Collaboration Opportunities:** Discover potential collaborations and partnerships that can help expand your business, diversify your offerings, and reach new markets. * **Boost Your Business Visibility:** Showcase your business, products, or services and gain visibility among a community that’s eager to support fellow entrepreneurs. This networking event isn’t just about making connections; it’s about building a community of solo entrepreneurs who can grow and succeed together. Come, be a part of this empowering experience, and take your solo business to new heights! **Who Should Attend:** * Solo Entrepreneurs * Freelancers * Startup Founders * Consultants * Small Business Owners * Creative Professionals * Digital Nomads * Aspiring Entrepreneurs * Side Hustlers * Business Coaches and Mentors: 🟩Please set(RSVP) You're going! We'll as you get early-bird ticket 🎫：Early-bird: 40 RMB = 6$ normal 50 RMB = 7$ At door 60 RMB = 8$ **豆瓣主办方** Douban version — RSVP there too: [https://site.douban.com/307201/](https://site.douban.com/307201/) 手机（同微信号）Phone Number (Same for): +8617317121983 WhatsApp/WeChat：17317121983 活动地址：复旦科技园1楼

For Adults: Beginner Macrame Plant Hangers January 31, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Create a basic cord plant hanger and then practice some simple macrame knots to use in future projects. Hosted by Metro Parks VENUE Inniswood Metro Gardens 940 S. Hempstead Rd. Westerville, OH 43081 Phone (614)895-6216

**Join Us for Brunch at Portia’s Cafe!** 🌿 Come meet fellow vegan friends and enjoy a delicious brunch with the Columbus Vegan Meetup! We’ll be gathering at **[The Cozy](https://www.google.com/viewer/place?mid=/g/12hqnx2x0&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj9lPzVmI6SAxXs48kDHS9NMbgQqdYPegYIAQgFEAI)** (located right next door to Portia’s Cafe) to sample a 100% vegan and gluten-free menu featuring savory wraps, breakfast favorites, hearty soups, and decadent desserts. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with a community that shares your values while supporting a local, family-owned staple in our city. * **When:** Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM * **Where:** the Cozy (next to Portia’s Cafe) * **Address:** 4428 Indianola Ave, Columbus, OH 43214 We can’t wait to see you there!

## Details \#\# Learn Infrastructure\-as\-Code \(the FUN Way\) — Through Minecraft 🎮☁️ **Joint Meetup: DevOps Columbus - Azure CBUS - Columbus HashiCorp User Group** What if learning Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code didn’t feel like a whitepaper… but more like a game? Join us for a joint DevOps Columbus, Azure CBUS and Columbus HashiCorp User Group meetup where **Mark Tinderholt** \(Principal Architect\, Microsoft Azure \| HashiCorp Ambassador \| “The Azure Terraformer”\) shows how **Minecraft** can be used as a surprisingly powerful way to understand real-world Infrastructure-as-Code concepts. In this session, Mark will demonstrate how Terraform and Azure can be used to provision, configure, and manage Minecraft servers—while teaching the same patterns you’d use for production cloud infrastructure. \#\#\# What we’ll cover * Infrastructure-as-Code fundamentals using **Terraform** * Provisioning real infrastructure on **Azure** * Applying **IaC best practices** (immutability, repeatability, versioning) * How playful environments like Minecraft make complex concepts *click* * Why learning through experimentation beats click-ops every time \#\#\# Who should attend * Developers, platform engineers, and cloud engineers * Terraform users (new or experienced) * Anyone curious about Infrastructure-as-Code but tired of boring examples * Minecraft fans who want to see it used in a totally unexpected way No prior Minecraft experience required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn infrastructure the fun way. Come for the blocks, stay for the Terraform. 🧱➡️📐