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BioInformatics Events Today
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AI Impact Summit Fringe Event Hackathon – Opening India’s AI Future, New Delhi
NOTE: Access to this hackathon is limited. Please ensure you register on [Luma](https://luma.com/2lkuky4i).
AI Impact Summit Fringe Event Hackathon – Opening India’s AI Future with Bharat AI Mission
19 Feb 2026, 10:00 – 16:00 IST
IIT Delhi, Research and Innovation Park, Auditorium
New Delhi, India
STORM THURSDAY BADMINTON INTERMEDIATE AND ABOVE
Our THURSDAY EVENING Session and social is primarily for Club Members but guests are welcome. It is aimed at Players of INTERMEDIATE LEVEL AND ABOVE.
We would like to keep the level above intermediate. Anyone below this level may be asked to attend cosching sessions until they reach the required standard
There is coaching available for beginners and players of all levels.
The session will be run as follows.
Courts 1 and 2
Games
Court 3
Coaching & Drills
If you believe you should be playing at a higher level I will be pleased to assess your game.
Please respect the way the session has been planned. Any deviation from this and you may be asked to leave.
Sometimes team members will need to practice together. If you are interested in trying out for one of our many league teams please let Mani know. Places may be restricted if a match is being played.
The cost for this session is £12.
MEMBERS WILL ALWAYS BE PRIORITISED WHEN SIGNING UP FOR SESSIONS.
**THERE IS A 12 HOUR CANCELATION PILICY. IF YOU CAN'T MAKE IT PLEASE UPDATE YOUR RSVP TO NO 12 HOURS BEFORE THE SESSION. ANY TIME UNDER 12 HOURS AND YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT AND UNABLE TO RSVP AGAIN UNTIL PAYMENT IS CLEARED**
PLEASE BRING DRINKING WATER TO STAY HYDRATED AS ACCESS TO WATER FOUNTAINS MAY BE RESTRICTED.
PLEASE PAY WHEN YOU RSVP TO GUARANTEE YOUR SPOT.
I WILL NOT BE TAKING CASH PAYMENTS FOR THE TIME BEING.
PAYMENT DETAILS
paypal.me/ManiFrempong
Monzo Bank
Storm BC
04-00-03
77638837
Thanks and see you on court.
Agentic AI Meetup - AI Governance for Developers
**Important:** Register on the [event website](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026021910)[ ](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2025110510)is required for admission.
We are excited to partner with Coder for a special edition of our AI Meetup in February, focusing on AI governance and compliance for developers.
AI is already part of how developers work: Coding assistants. Autonomous agents. Background tasks. PR reviews. But in most companies, AI usage is either completely ungoverned or quietly blocked.
This meetup is for developers who want to understand what AI governance actually means in practice, without turning their workflow into a compliance nightmare.
We’ll focus on how teams are introducing guardrails that protect source code, credentials, and infrastructure while still letting developers move fast. No policy decks. No buzzwords. Just real examples of how AI agents are being used safely inside modern dev environments.
**You’ll walk away with:**
* \- A clear understanding of what AI governance actually means for developers\, not just security teams
* \- Insight into why AI agents need different permissions than humans and where most teams get this wrong
* \- Practical examples of how guardrails can speed teams up instead of slowing them down
* \- A simple mental model you can apply whether you’re experimenting with AI locally or rolling it out across a team
**Who this is for:**
\- Beginner → intermediate software developers
\- Platform engineers and DevOps folks supporting dev teams
\- Anyone using \(or wanting to use\) AI tools beyond simple autocomplete
**Agenda:**
\* 6:00pm\~6:30pm: Checkin, Food and Networking
\* 6:30pm\~6:45pm: Welcome/community update
\* 6:45pm\~8:30pm: Tech talks and Q&A
\* 8:30pm\~9:30pm: Open discussion & Mixer
**Tech Talk: AI Governance for Developers**
**Speaker:** Eric Paulsen, Field CTO, Coder
**Abstract:** In this session, we will deep dive into AI governance for developers. We will explores the often-unseen risks developers face when using AI tools—from unintended data exposure to tool lock-in—and how teams can implement lightweight, developer-friendly governance. Learn how to build secure, standardized AI workflows that provide guardrails without slowing innovation, so you can ship with confidence.
**Speakers/Topics:**
Check the [event website](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026021910) for speakers and topics.
If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration: [Submit Topics](https://forms.gle/JkMt91CZRtoJBSFUA)
**Sponsors:**
We are actively seeking sponsors to support AI developers community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, but also gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 20,000+ AI developers in London and 500K+ worldwide.
COACHING & DRILLS WITH MANI FOR IMPROVERS TO INTERMEDIATE PLAYERS
Coaching and drills for 60 minutes followed by 60 minutes of games with Badminton England UKCC Level 2 Coach.
Players will be encouraged to play in the main session and to apply what has been learned.
This session is designed for players who are looking to improve their badminton, perhaps with an eye on playing league badminton.
We are on the lookout for players who may be able to play with our performance level players.
PLEASE PAY WHEN YOU RSVP TO SECURE YOUR PLACE.
Monzo Bank
Storm BC
04-00-03
77638837
Fabric Implementation Journey at the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA)
For our February meetup, we're looking forward to welcoming Steven Spencer to talk us through a real-world implementation of Microsoft Fabric at the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA)
*\*\* Please only register if you are able to attend as the number of available places is limited \*\**
**Fabric Implementation Journey at the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA)**
Two and a half years ago the Fabric platform was evaluated as part of an investigation to replace the legacy data platform in use by the NHS Business Services Authority. During this period a proof of concept was built based on one of our smaller datasets to test for suitability.
The NHSBSA are now 18 months into the migration proper and look to complete during the coming year.
This talk covers the journey, the highlights, the decisions and their reasoning, and the learning points discovered during the process.
**Agenda**
18:30 - Welcome, drinks, pizza & networking
19:00 - Main Session
20:00 - Close
**Venue**
Tenth Revolution offices in London.
Aldgate House, 33 Aldgate High St, London EC3N 1DL
Please provide your first and last name when registering for the event, as this is provided to building security to allow you entrance into the venue.
Lunchtime Boxercise for a Healthier You
Join Champs Within for an energizing lunchtime Boxercise session aimed at promoting a healthier lifestyle and supporting weight loss goals. This event is not only a fantastic way to stay active and fit, but also provides a social opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who are focused on their well-being. Boxercise is not just a physical workout, but also contributes to mental health support by helping you de-stress and boost your mood. Come sweat it out, release some endorphins, and feel the empowerment and positivity that comes with taking charge of your health. Let's punch and kick our way to a healthier and happier you together!
Meetup #13 - AI Coding The Right Way
NOTE: This meetup is more technical than our normal subjects! Everyone is welcome to join but the content will be designed for developers and engineering leaders.
Shaping our future with AI. Creating opportunity through AI fluency, connection and community.
No jargon. No hype. No confusing terminology.
**Join us for our next in-person meetup in London on Thursday February 19th.**
Our theme for this meetup is **AI Coding the right way.** We'll be joined by Daniel Jones (AI Consultant, re:cinq) who has taught over 100 developers how to get the most of AI tools. Then we welcome a panel of engineering leaders to discuss the lessons they have learned on getting the best from their teams with new tools!
**Where and When?**
* Thursday, February 19th
* Doors open at 18:00
* Talks start at 19:00
* Tessl HQ, 210 Pentonville Rd, London N1 9JY, UK
**Talk: Agentic Coding For 100 Developers** (Daniel Jones)
How has a $3b Stockholm SaaS company transitioned 100 developers to AI-native development over a few weeks? Deejay shares how he helped Odevo with exactly this, but the answer might be more than you expect - it involves just as much discovery and psychology and it does training. Learn about the social and business pre-requisites for such a transformation, the syllabus that enables developers to use multi-agent workflows, and how 'one-and-done' training is insufficient for this type of behavioural change.
**About Deejay:**
Deejay is an AI Consultant at re:cinq, and has over a decade of experience in assisting organisations with tech transformation. He's been a developer, manager, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, father, bassist, martial arts instructor, games developer, and wearer of a rather silly moustache.
**Expert Panel: Leading Dev Teams Through AI Adoptions**
There are no right answers but there is certainly a lot of talk about when it comes to adopting AI coding tools in the right way. This expert panel will share the lessons they've learnt so far and what's working for their teams.
* Norberto Lopes, VP Engineering, Incident.io
* Corey Leigh Latislaw, Head of Engineering at JustEat Takeaway
* Daniel Jones, AI Consultant, re:cinq
**About Norberto**
Norberto is focussed on the intersection of building technology and how humans behave and work together. Currently VP Engineering at Incident.io, Norberto has enjoyed a varied career from startups to large companies. Growing teams across IT, product delivery, security, data infrastructure, and infrastructure.
Read Norberto's excellent blog here: [nlopes.dev](https://nlopes.dev/)
**About Corey**
Corey Leigh Latislaw is Head of Groceries and New Verticals at JustEat Takeaway and previously led AI adoption alongside her day job at Trainline and Kin + Carta. She believes the human capacity for creativity is key to thriving in the age of AI.
**Code of Conduct**
This event has a code of conduct that you can [review here.](https://aifortherestofus.live/code-of-conduct)
**Providing Your Name and Email**
To register for this event you'll be asked to provide your full name and email address. This is a requirement for building security so please provide your real name and email address. After the event you will be automatically subscribed to event updates from AI for the rest of us and AI Native Dev. You can unsubscribe at any time.
BioInformatics Events This Week
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Fractile x Red Badger Rust in the Age of AI: *SIGN-UP ON LUMA*
**\*SIGN-UP ON LUMA\***
https://luma.com/u5kxljj6
Join us for a discussion of Rust in the Age of AI, with drinks and brunch!
Following the [Rust Nation UK conference](https://www.rustnationuk.com/), [Fractile ](https://www.fractile.ai/)and [Red Badger](https://red-badger.com/) are excited to host a brunch discussion exploring how the Rust ecosystem is evolving to respond to rapid developments in Artificial Intelligence.
We will be hosting a world-class panel discussion, with guest speakers:
* [Jon Gjengset](https://www.youtube.com/c/JonGjengset) (Helsing)
* [David Haig](https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-haig-9185957/) (Fractile)
* [Stuart Harris ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartharris4/)(Red Badger)
* [Stephen Eckes](https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephan-eckes/) (ai-coustics)
Afterwards, we will host a networking session with food and drink for attendees.
**Date and Time:** Friday, February 20th, from 11 AM to 1 PM
*About Fractile*
Fractile is building chips, systems and software to radically improve the speed and cost of running frontier AI inference. [They are currently hiring](https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/fractile), including for a Senior Rust Software Engineer.
*About Red Badger*
Red Badger is the digital product transformation consultancy for blue chips and scale-ups.
Location
**Red Badger**
**2 Old Street Yard, London EC1Y 8AF, UK**
INFJ Hangout (Late-February)
Join us for our chilled Sunday afternoon Meetup, for connection and sanctuary amongst others who get you. We don't have a theme for this Meetup but please bring any topics you'd like to discuss and we'll also have the conversation cards with us.
We'll meet at the Southbank Balcony Bar on the 5th Floor of Royal Festival Hall. The easiest way to find us is to enter through the main entrance and take the lift to the fifth floor - we'll try to sit at that end on a big table & will have a Meetup sign on display. We'll also comment on the day. There is an entrance to Royal Festival Hall that is quite close to the Nelson Mandela (INFJ) statue and there is also an entrance to the ground floor around the corner. Lifts are at either end of the building.
You can buy either alcoholic or soft drinks, or tea/coffee at the bar.
This venue is usually quieter than Picturehouse and there appears to be no concerts that day.
Please note you don't have to be well-versed on Myers-Briggs Type Indicator to attend; we are merely looking to build a community of like-minded people for fun, support and connection.
There are always some people who don't come on the day, so if you're top of the waitlist, it's very likely you'll be bumped up, so please come anyway and equally if you would really like to come, please do. We're not going to turn you away! If there's a lot of attendees, we'll split into 2 groups.
Forex Fridays
Link up with fellow traders, swap setups, share wins, and play fun trading games like Forex Taboo and Pair on Your Head. Fridays just got profitable! 😎
Audio Vibe Coding w/ ElevenLabs & Lovable
Vibe Coding Collective is teaming up with **ElevenLabs** & **Lovable** to push the boundaries of sound-first vibe coded apps. For one night, we’re getting full access to their tech to explore what’s possible when vibe coding meets voice and music generation.
PLEASE JOIN THE WAITING LIST TO BE ACCEPTED =)
Whether you want to build a voice-controlled game, an AI storyteller, or a children’s app, this is your playground. Use any tools you like (Lovable, Google AI Studio, v0, Cursor, Replit…) and plug in ElevenLabs' power. 🍻
👉 **Join our WhatsApp Chat**: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BxLUpQMiXwo6d1vG7YSirT](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BxLUpQMiXwo6d1vG7YSirT)
\#\# Format 🛠️
We’ll be teaming up in small groups (2–3 people). We'll provide a specific "Voice & Vibe" challenge, then it’s heads-down building. The goal is to **vibe, experiment with sound, and see how voice and music changes the way we interact with vibe coding**.
## New to vibe coding or voice tech? ✨
No worries! We’ll provide a special **ElevenLabs Starter Kit** with API recipes and prompt examples so even total beginners can get an AI talking in minutes.
## Schedule 🕒
*(Aim to arrive by 5:50 PM so we can get your API access sorted!)*
* 6:00 – ElevenLabs Presentation & Tech Demo
* 6:20 – The Challenge + Team Formation 🤝
* 6:30 – Round 1: Build & Hear 💻
* 7:00 – Break (Grab a drink, hear what others are cooking) 🍺
* 7:15 – Round 2: Polish & Play 🏗️
* 7:50 – The "Vibe Check" Demos 📺 (Show/Hear what you built!)
* 8:10 – Hang out, network, make friends ✌️
## Who is it for?
Anyone! Curious coders, GameDevs, artists, musicians, sound designers, voice actors, entrepreneurs. If you’ve ever wanted to talk to your computer (and have it talk back), you belong here.
## What to bring:
* Laptop! 💻
* Headphones (Essential for testing those voice vibes!) 🎧
* Vibes ⚡
## Location 📍
London College of Political Technology
Newspeak House
133-135 Bethnal Green Road
London E2 7DG
👉 No gatekeeping. No silence (this time). Just new voices and friends!
Welcome to the *INAUGURAL* 2026 AWS London Well-Architected User Group Meetup!
Hi Architects,
Welcome to our the inaugural AWS London Well-Architected User Group Meetup!!! 🥳🥳🥳
The AWS London Well-Architected Meetup is the latest chapter in the most popular AWS Meetup group globally.
At each meetup we covered off various pillars of AWS best-practice in detail including insights from industry leaders that specialise in the Well-Architected Framework.
And a drones giveaway.
We'll be announcing more speakers during the coming months but our speakers this month include:
* **Are you Well-Architected? Will Lawrie - Business Development Manager @ AWS**
* **Well-Architected as a Business Tool: Translating Pillars into Business Outcomes - James Harding, Technical CSM @ Green Custard**
* **Understanding and Remediating Opportunities** **-** **Aoife Egan, Cloud Optimisation Solutions Architect II @ AWS**
This month's menu will include:
* Pizzas
* Beer
* Wine: Big and red 🤤
So come join us at 5:30 for a 6pm start, followed by beer, wine, pizza and friendly networking after our talks :-)
\*\*\*NB: No entry to the building after 6pm. Photo ID required.\*\*\*
I Fought the Pod and the Pod Won: Breaking and Defending Kubernetes from Within
🗓 **Agenda:**
* 6:00pm: Doors open
* 6:00pm - 6:30pm: Food, Drinks & Networking
* 6:30pm - 7:15pm: Rafael Natali, Lead DevSecOps, Marionete
* 7:15pm - 8:00pm - Additional Q&A & Networking
💡 **Speaker:**
Rafael Natali, Lead DevSecOps, Marionete
**Abstract:**
Kubernetes gives us abstraction and power—but with great YAML comes great responsibility. In this talk, we’ll walk through live demos of real-world misconfigurations that allow attackers to escape containers and tamper with the host. You’ll see exactly what happens when Pods run in privileged mode, use hostPath volumes carelessly, or retain excess Linux capabilities. We’ll also show how to detect these attacks in real time using Falco, and enforce safety nets with Pod Security Admission. If you’ve ever wondered "what’s the worst that could happen?"—this session answers that with receipts.
**Bio:**
[Rafael Natali](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafaelnatali/) has 20 years of experience in the IT industry, specifically as a System Administrator and DevSecOps professional. Throughout his career, he has developed extensive knowledge in designing, operating, and troubleshooting solutions that prioritize scalability and reliability. Rafael is also an expert in Automation as well as Continuous Integration and Delivery.
He has been working with Kubernetes since 2018 and is recognised as a [Kubestronaut](https://www.cncf.io/training/kubestronaut/) since 2024. Currently, Rafael leads a team that is implementing a hybrid streaming data and analytics platform for a major insurance company in the UK.
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DISCLAIMER
NOTE: We are unable to cater for any attendees under the age of 18.
BioInformatics Events Near You
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DoJo (Informal Python Meeting)
**New Dojo Location!**
**Draft Day Columbus**
1130 Dublin Road
Columbus, OH 43215
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 topic suggestions and people interested in presenting at our monthly meetings. To this end we've set up a survey form at [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15eBKF1nQQ2XS5gzD4rvhVRHMBEj7lJtHuA9wXupS3Uc](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15eBKF1nQQ2XS5gzD4rvhVRHMBEj7lJtHuA9wXupS3Uc)
COhPy Monthly Meeting
**NEW LOCATION: Improving Office in Franklinton**
Physical location:
Improving Office
330 Rush Alley Suite #150
Columbus, OH 43215
Schedule:
* 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages.
* 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s).
See the handy Parking Map - we recommend street parking.
[Street Parking Map](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1u2A4fLNlxwLJn0KA_hKc8bnFlFHLvsHBDh-_8wzX_tk/edit?usp=sharing)
We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact centralohpython@gmail.com
International Relations / Foreign Policy Group – Columbus Inaugural Meetup
**Welcome to the inaugural meeting of the International Relations / Foreign Policy Group Columbus!**
This group brings together students, professionals, academics, and anyone interested in global affairs, diplomacy, and geopolitics.
Our first meetup will be an informal discussion focused on current international developments and global trends. This is a great opportunity to:
• Meet others interested in international relations and foreign policy
• Discuss current global events and geopolitical developments
• Exchange perspectives and ideas in a respectful environment
• Build a network of globally minded individuals in Central Ohio (Columbus and periphery)
**Discussion topics may include:**
* Strategic planning for the group and the way forward
* US foreign policy priorities in 2026
* Major geopolitical developments (Europe, Asia, Middle East)
* Global security and strategic competition
* International economic and diplomatic trends
No prior expertise is required—everyone is welcome, whether you're a student, professional, or simply interested in world affairs.
**This will be a casual, friendly, and intellectually engaging conversation.**
I look forward to meeting everyone and building a strong international relations / foreign policy community in Central Ohio.
Quarterly Community Gathering
Join the Columbus AI community for our quarterly gathering — a casual, community-focused evening where everyone has a chance to share, learn, and connect. These open mic–style events give anyone in the community up to **5 minutes** to present a project, share a tool, pose a question, or offer a perspective on the evolving AI space.
No slides required — just a welcoming space to exchange ideas and keep the local AI conversation moving.
If you’d like to take the stage, message **Chris (the organizer)** with a **title and short description** of what you’d like to share.
Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus.
Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services)
Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit - Barret Blake
**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**
*Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit: From Intent to Implementation*
Spec-driven development flips the traditional workflow on its head: instead of code being the source of truth, the specification becomes the backbone of design, collaboration, and delivery. In this session, we’ll explore how GitHub Spec-Kit enables teams to treat specifications as first-class artifacts—living documents that drive architecture, implementation, and verification.
You’ll learn how Spec-Kit helps teams clearly express intent using structured, version-controlled specs that live alongside code. We’ll walk through a practical workflow that starts with defining system behavior and constraints, then progressively refines those specs into testable, automatable outcomes. Along the way, we’ll show how specs can reduce ambiguity, improve cross-functional collaboration, and make design decisions explicit before a single line of production code is written.
This talk will cover:
--What spec-driven development is (and what it isn’t)
--How GitHub Spec-Kit fits into modern developer workflows
--Using specs to align product, engineering, and AI-assisted development
--Real-world examples of turning specs into implementations with confidence
Whether you’re building greenfield systems, integrating AI into your stack, or trying to reduce costly rework, spec-driven development offers a scalable way to move faster without sacrificing clarity. Attendees will leave with concrete patterns and a clear mental model for adopting GitHub Spec-Kit in their own projects.
**YouTube Link**
TBA
Understanding the Columbus Housing Market: Let’s Talk Downsizing for Seniors
**Understanding the Columbus Housing Market: Let’s Talk Downsizing for Seniors**
Understanding the Market to Make Your Best Move Yet
Thinking about downsizing or helping a parent prepare for a move? Join us for a friendly, educational seminar designed specifically for seniors in Central Ohio.
We’ll break down what’s happening in today’s Columbus housing market, explore timing and planning for downsizing, and discuss easy ways to prepare a longtime home for sale—without overwhelm. You’ll also learn about low‑maintenance housing options, financial considerations, and simple steps to make your next move smooth and stress‑free.
This is a relaxed, no‑pressure event where you can ask questions and get practical advice tailored to seniors and their families.
Hosted by:
Katie McCartney, Broker & Senior Real Estate Specialist® (SRES)
Columbus HUG February
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/cbus-hug-2026/





























