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Biological Engineering Events Today
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Disconnect & Connect in Nature
I’m putting together a small hike trip weekend in Hoorneboegse heide in Hilversum, the idea is to come with a few people who want to step out of their routine, spend time in nature, and meet others in a relaxed way.
This is not a tour or a structured retreat.
The idea is simple step out of your comfort and everyday life to reconnect with nature and with each other. We will
– explore the beautiful nature
– share a few moments together
– and keep things easy and natural
There will be time together (walks and sunset).
Group size will be small (around 2- 4 people), to keep it comfortable and personal.
This Meetup is to connect people who are interested in real and human connection
If this resonates, feel free to join and I’ll share more details 🙂
Amsterdam Art & Wine: Watercolor for Beginners!
Are you looking for a creative escape in the heart of Amsterdam Jordaan? Whether you’ve never held a brush before or haven't painted since school, this group is for you! 🎨🍷
We combine the joy of watercolor painting with the relaxed atmosphere of a wine evening. Our workshops take place in a cozy studio in Amsterdam Jordaan, offering a perfect "gezellig" setting to spark your creativity.
What to expect:
\* Step-by-step guidance: We focus on fun, not perfection. You’ll learn basic watercolor techniques and create your own masterpiece in just 2 hours.
\* Wine & Socialising: Sip on a glass of wine (or tea/coffee) while meeting fellow locals and expats. It’s a great way to make new friends in the neighborhood!
\* All-inclusive: We provide all professional materials (paints, brushes, and high-quality paper), so you just need to bring yourself.
\* Small groups: To ensure everyone gets personal attention and the atmosphere stays friendly.
⏰ Time: We start at 19:45.
Price: €35 per ticket
Bring a friend and get €5 off each!
Who is it for?
Absolutely everyone! Our workshops are designed for total beginners. It’s a stress-free zone where the goal is to relax, chat, and discover your inner artist.
Join us for an evening of colors, laughter, and community.
LCU Meeting #811
Hi all! 🙂
On Wednesdays we welcome you to practice languages!
If you want to practice a specific (uncommon) language, please send us a message so we can find some conversation partners for you on our mailing list!
We hope to see you in Café Marktzicht!
In the last year we had tables for the following languages:
* Dutch
* English
* French
* Italian
* Spanish
* Turkish\*
* German\*
* Portuguese\*
* Danish\*
* Norwegian\*
* Russian\*
* Arabic\*
* Chinese\*\*
* Japanese\*\*
* Indonesian\*\*
*
* Most likely, but not every week present.
\*\* - Rather rare ;-)
If your language is not in this list, please let us know! We have a large database of Language Cafe visitors speaking 56 different languages! We might be able to connect you with a person that does speak the language you want to practice.
In case you are not in our database yet, please use this form: http://goo.gl/forms/oSCn9Dn8m8
AI Agents: Test or Trust?
AI is inmiddels overal in softwareontwikkeling te vinden. Van code genereren tot documentatie schrijven, van workflows automatiseren tot agents die zelfstandig acties uitvoeren. Maar hoe houd je grip op tools die niet altijd hetzelfde antwoord geven? En wie is er uiteindelijk verantwoordelijk als AI daadwerkelijk iets gaat doen?
Tijdens deze meetup duiken we in de praktische kant van AI in software engineering en test automation. Zoals altijd georganiseerd door deTesters, TestCoders en TechChamps, in ons kantoor in de Werkspoorkathedraal in Utrecht.
Deze keer hebben we twee talks die mooi op elkaar aansluiten. Ghislain Gabriëlse laat zien hoe je AI skills kunt testen wanneer klassieke assertions niet meer genoeg zijn. Bert Jan Schrijver neemt ons mee in de bredere vraag wat AI agents betekenen voor software engineering, verantwoordelijkheid en controle.
Twee talks, twee invalshoeken, maar allebei heel relevant voor iedereen die serieus bezig is met kwaliteit, test automation en de manier waarop AI ons vak verandert.
**The Agent Who Tested Me: Behavioral Testing for AI Skills**
Hoe test je tools die elke keer net een ander antwoord kunnen geven?
Ghislain laat zien hoe zij AI skills testen met echte Copilot sessies, zonder alles weg te mocken. Want bij LLMs kun je niet simpelweg een assertEquals op de output zetten. Tenzij je van mega flaky tests houdt.
In deze talk neemt hij je mee in een framework waarmee AI skills op verschillende niveaus worden gevalideerd. Van deterministische checks en een LLM Judge tot baseline vergelijkingen en variance analysis. Zo wordt niet alleen gekeken of een skill iets teruggeeft, maar ook of het antwoord klopt, waarde toevoegt en betrouwbaar genoeg is.
Een praktische sessie over testen, CI en non determinisme voor iedereen die bezig is met AI, test automation of Copilot skills.
**Ghislain Gabriëlse**
Ghislain Gabriëlse is een ervaren Test Automation Engineer met ruim 11 jaar ervaring in testen en automatisering. Hij richt zich vooral op het ontwikkelen en inrichten van tools en frameworks die de developer experience verbeteren, zodat teams beter en efficiënter kunnen ontwikkelen en testen.
**Software engineering in the age of AI agents: who’s in control?**
Een AI verwijdert een production database en blijft vervolgens volhouden dat dit niet is gebeurd. Welkom in moderne software engineering.
Generatieve AI wordt steeds vaker een echte samenwerkingspartner. Het schrijft code, past systemen aan en voert acties uit. Maar dat betekent niet automatisch dat het ook doet wat wij denken dat het doet.
In deze presentatie neemt Bert Jan ons mee in wat er echt verandert. Niet alleen in hoe we code schrijven, maar vooral in hoe we controleren, begeleiden en verantwoordelijkheid nemen. De rol van engineers verschuift steeds meer van zelf bouwen naar richting geven, beoordelen en kritisch blijven kijken naar wat AI oplevert.
Aan de hand van persoonlijke verhalen, inzichten uit de industrie, successen en mislukkingen laat Bert Jan zien hoe je verantwoord om kunt gaan met AI tools die zich razendsnel ontwikkelen.
Want ook als je AI het werk laat doen, blijf jij verantwoordelijk voor de uitkomst.
**Bert Jan Schrijver**
Bert Jan Schrijver is CTO bij OpenValue en houdt zich bezig met Java, AI, software architectuur, Continuous Delivery en DevOps. Hij is Java Champion, JavaOne Rock Star speaker, winnaar van een Duke’s Choice Award en bestuurslid bij NLJUG, de Nederlandse Java User Group.
Daarnaast deelt hij graag zijn kennis op conferenties, schrijft hij voor het Nederlandse Java Magazine en helpt hij bij Devoxx4Kids om kinderen te leren programmeren.
**Doelgroep**
Deze meetup is interessant voor testers, QA engineers, developers en iedereen die bezig is met kwaliteit in moderne software teams.
Deze avond is **volledig in het Nederlands (Dutch spoken).**
**Programma**
17:30 Ontvangst en eten
18:30 The Agent Who Tested Me: Behavioral Testing for AI Skills
19:30 Korte pauze
19:45 Software engineering in the age of AI agents: who’s in control?
20:45 Q&A en discussie
21:00 Afsluiting met een borrel
Volleyball Expats
Welcome to our Volleyball community !! 🏐🎉
We are a community of volleyball enthusiasts who want to enjoy the game, improve their skills, and meet new friends. Our open play sessions offer a friendly, social environment where everyone can get some practice and have fun.
Our sessions consist of mixed level play, however intermediate volleyball knowledge is mandatory. We try to have a balanced levels per team to ensure smooth play. If you aren’t familiar with basic volleyball rules and have no experience, sorry to say, but it's not your group.
❗❗ Meetup recently pops up their subscription option after you click on RSVP— you can dismiss it by clicking the "X" in the top left corner.
✅ RSVP & Attendance
Attendance is limited to 14 people. If the RSVP list is full, join the waiting list—cancellations happen frequently. If the event appears full on the Meetup app, try using a web browser instead.
❌Cancellations & Refunds
cancellation prior to 24h before the event, can be refunded. Can’t make it? Update your RSVP to "Not Going" ASAP so someone else can take your spot.
👟 What to Bring
For your own safety and comfort, wear sport shoes and clothing (no street shoes—must change into sport shoes) and bring deodorant for ours.
💸 Payment & Contribution (€6.00 per person)
Payment must be made in advance via Tikkie.
Please only pay once you are added to the going list. In case you do not meet the payment deadline, you may be moved to the not going list.
Looking forward to seeing you on the court! 🏐🔥 Let’s play, have fun, and make new friends!
Utrecht Board Game Design Session
> The location is Landhuis in de Stad, Utrecht
Want to expand on a game design idea? Talk about a game feature that isn't just ready yet? Are you looking for playtesters or do you want to brainstorm on a new board game design with others and get their feedback? Find out what goes into making board games or just meet like-minded board game enthusiasts?
Then the Amsterdam Board Game Design session is for you!
Join us on [Discord](https://discord.gg/eDfmkyCyVX) for more information about what we do and upcoming events!
🏊Learn how to swim in Utrecht!🏊
Are you an **expat** in **Utrecht** and do you want to **learn how to swim?**
Look no further!
Dive into **personalized swimming lessons** with **Your Personal Swim Coach**. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an advanced swimmer seeking to refine your technique, our expert coaches offer **tailored sessions** that fit your needs.
**De Kwakel** is a great pool close to the city center, has free parking, and is easy to reach by bus. It's an **amazing learning environment!**
**Don't wait any longer:** **[Sign up for a Try Out Lesson!](https://www.your-personal-swim-coach.nl/product/try-out-adult-swimming-lesson/)**
Want to learn more first? Go to our **[website](https://www.your-personal-swim-coach.nl/)** or **[schedule a call!](https://calendly.com/ypsc/new-meeting)**
Biological Engineering Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
From strangers to friends - Locals meet expats
I'm excited to host the 24st edition of *Strangers to Friends*! Every event so far has been warm, fun and full of great connections. So we’re doing it again!
Curious about our previous events? Check out our photo albums (only visible on the laptop version of Meetup).
**What to expect**
* A safe, relaxed environment to meet both locals and expats, whether you want to meet new people, experience an international atmosphere or talk about business, it’s all possible.
* Start the evening with a few rounds of conversation cards: pair up with someone you don’t know, answer meaningful questions and rotate every 10 minutes. Within just one hour, you’ll get to know several people really well and enjoy meaningful conversations.
* Everyone comes on their own, so it’s easy to connect.
**Practical details**
* Doors open at 20:00, after 30 minutes we start with conversation cards
* Venue: Boekencafé Libertas, Klarendalseweg 477-1, Arnhem
* 20 min walk from Arnhem Central
* 7 min walk from Arnhem Velperpoort
* You’ll receive 1 drink token for (beer/wine/soft drinks) and snacks all night!
* Find us on the right side of the café at the bar, by the window and garden
Bring a smile and join us for an evening where friendships grow, business ideas spark and real-life connections happen. Back to basics, away from screens, meeting face-to-face.
Warm regards, Julia
Hike Blauwe Kamer – Grebbeberg (18 km)
Join the Dutch Outdoor and Hiking Group for a day hike and enjoy Beautiful shell path along the Lower Rhine and visiting De blauwe Kamer and hiking on the Grebbeberg
* We **start at 11:00** from the train station in Rhenen
https://maps.app.goo.gl/CrbeFtQPutUSYWFp7
* Length: \~18 km (4 - 5 hr hiking)
* What to bring: lunch, water, snack.
* For whom: As always, sporty folks that like to combine social event with being active in nature.
**Getting there by Train:**
* To train station in Rhenen.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/CrbeFtQPutUSYWFp7
**Getting there by Car:**
* Free Parking: Stationsplein, 3911 AP Rhenen
https://maps.app.goo.gl/qVrH9pA5JK2prQPg9
**Note:**
* Please **pay a small fee (3 euro)** to help us cover the (increased) yearly Meetup contribution of 240 euro. We'll ask you to pay before the start of the hike (can be on the day itself). No refunds, but in the unlikely event that hike would be cancelled and you already paid, you don't need to pay for your next hike. Thank you so much! Use the **safe link** here: https://www.ing.nl/payreq/m/?trxid=WrVKENccZiV4tdRSPrVbFG4WVyikUVQn
* Keep in mind that the hike can be canceled when the weather is very bad (**always check the event before you go**).
* If you RSVP 'yes' we expect you to show-up. Please do not cancel less than 24 hours before the hike. **No-shows** will lead to your removal from the group. Thanks for the understanding.
* By signing up for this event, you agree to release the organizers from any responsibility and liability in all claims. As the participation is strictly voluntary and you freely choose to join, it is the responsibility of individuals participating to ensure that they are fit enough and have adequate coverage to protect themselves.
Double Feature: Backend-Performance mit Data Engineering & Projekte ruinieren
Hallo liebe Java User Group Mitglieder!
Diesmal haben wir zwei Bonner Kollegen zu Gast:
* Martin Stoller: **Backend-Performance in Hochlast-Systemen: Lösungsansätze aus dem Data Engineering**
* Andreas Monschau: **Zehn goldene Regeln, um dein Softwareprojekt zuverlässig zu ruinieren**
Wir freuen uns euch zu sehen (virtuell oder vor Ort).
Dank an [codecentric](https://www.codecentric.de/standorte/nuernberg) für Location, Bier und Pizza!
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Viele Hochlast-Systeme beginnen als kleine, unscheinbare Prototypen - gebaut mit bewährten Mitteln wie relationalen Datenbanken, objektorientierter Business-Logik und klassischen Request-Response-Architekturen.
Doch was passiert, wenn diese Systeme plötzlich nicht mehr Tausende, sondern Millionen von Requests bedienen oder Terabytes an Daten verarbeiten müssen?
In der Praxis zeigt sich häufig: Klassische Optimierungen wie Caching, horizontale Skalierung oder effizientere Algorithmen stoßen irgendwann an ihre Grenzen, weil sie innerhalb desselben Paradigmas bleiben.
Dieser Vortrag zeigt, warum echte Skalierbarkeit oft ein Umdenken erfordert. Anhand eines durchgehenden Praxisbeispiels wird schrittweise demonstriert, wie sich ein System von einer latenzoptimierten Request-Response-Architektur hin zu einem durchsatzoptimierten, analytischen System entwickelt.
Dabei werden zentrale Konzepte aus dem Data Engineering greifbar gemacht - darunter Precomputation, Batch Processing, deklarative Verarbeitung und Denormalisierung - und in den Kontext klassischer Backend-Entwicklung eingeordnet.
Die Teilnehmenden lernen, typische Grenzen traditioneller Architekturen zu erkennen und erhalten ein alternatives Denkmodell, um High-Throughput-Systeme gezielt und nachhaltig zu skalieren.
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Softwareprojekte sind chaotisch, anstrengend und voller Überraschungen. Und ganz ehrlich: So soll es auch bleiben. Ordnung würde ja nur den Spaß verderben. Trotzdem gibt es immer wieder Menschen, die glauben, man könnte Projekte wirklich zu Erfolg führen… unglaublich, oder?
Damit dir so etwas nicht passiert, zeige ich dir in diesem Vortrag, wie du ein Softwareprojekt in 10 einfachen Schritten zuverlässig an die Wand fährst. Die „goldenen Anti-Pattern für maximalen Projektschaden“ entstammen jedoch nicht
meiner Fantasie, nein, sie werden in der Realität täglich mit beeindruckender Konsequenz praktiziert. Und das Beste: Sie wirken nachhaltig. Manche dieser Muster entfalten ihre volle Zerstörungskraft erst Monate später.
Nachdem du alle Regeln kennengelernt hast, kannst du selbst entscheiden: Möchtest du sie weiterhin anwenden, oder vielleicht doch etwas verändern?
Solltest du allerdings inspiriert sein, eines dieser Anti-Pattern künftig noch konsequenter zu leben… dann sollten wir uns nach dem Talk dringend unterhalten.
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Dein Vortrag bei der Java Usergroup Nürnberg!
Hast du dich in letzter Zeit in deinem Projekt oder privat mit einem interessanten Thema beschäftigt? Vermutlich ist das nicht nur für dich selbst interessant! Hast du Lust, selber einmal einen Vortrag bei der Java-Usergroup Nürnberg zu halten?
Wir sind nicht nur auf Java-Themen fokussiert, sondern beschäftigen uns gern mit und um alles über Software Entwicklung und IT.
Wir wollen bei der JUG nicht nur bekannten Speaker\*innen eine Plattform geben und die neuesten State-of-the-Art Technologien vorstellen. Wir freuen uns auch besonders, wenn wir Themen aus unserem technologischen (Arbeits-)alltag Raum geben zu können. Melde dich gerne bei uns, wenn du dazu Lust hast, wir geben wenn gewünscht gerne auch Hilfestellung bei der Vorbereitung!
Immersieve ervaringen: van verhaal tot beleving
*Please note: this meetup will be held in English.*
In this first meet up, you will be shown a set of immersive artistic and design research experiments.
Project Thuis conducts two years of artistic and design research into immersive experiences that place the body at the centre. The central question is: "How can immersive experiences in (semi-)public spaces contribute to a sense of connection, belonging, and 'feeling at home'?
To explore this, a multidisciplinary consortium consisting of [Fillip Studios,](https://www.fillipstudios.com/) [affect lab,](https://www.affectlab.org/) [Introdans,](https://introdans.nl/) [Utrecht University,](https://www.uu.nl/staff/SPonzanesi) and the [Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences,](https://civicinteractiondesign.com/) has embarked on a creative journey together.
Within the context of Project Thuis, this meetup will focus on artistic and design research forms applicable across various disciplines.
**Programme:**
16:00 - 16:15: Opening
16:15 - 17:15: Interactive session
17:15 - 17:30: The role of the maker in the future of immersive experiences
17:30 - 18:00: Networking and drinks (including presence of [CIIIC](https://us2.mailchimp.com/mctx/clicks?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ciiic.nl%2F&xid=f4ced03a90&uid=2313462&iid=e62065ab18&pool=cts&v=2&c=1780312609&h=0b99fb0b79b5fe3d2625a4891bea9d8bc6ef045db3b8ee6ffe56d6cfc6e501c4))
Within the context of Project Thuis, this meetup will focus on experiments that you, as a maker, can use to conduct artistic and design research across various disciplines.
*[This event marks the first in a series for Project Thuis (Home). Ontwerp Platform Arnhem has been invited to organise the meetups. We strongly endorse the importance of initiatives like this, and are highly committed to connecting designers with these themes and consortia](https://www.ciiic.nl/)***[.](https://www.ciiic.nl/)**
Bakery walk 🥐☕ (GIRLS ONLY)
Bakery Walk: A Sunday Girls Stroll
Let’s romanticize our Sundays in Amsterdam. ☕🥐
We’ll meet and start with a relaxed city walk for coffee & pastries.
Between stops, we’ll:
✨ Mix & match conversation buddies
✨ Use fun conversation cards (no awkward small talk)
✨ Get our steps in (pastries taste better after walking 😉)
Perfect for new expats and women looking to build genuine friendships in Amsterdam.
Come solo. Leave with new connections
Please note: everyone buys their own pastries & drinks at the bakeries. That way you can pick what you like best!
**Join our WhatsApp group💕**
https://chat.whatsapp.com/JFgvbHvRLoP5P9K3GtwGlU?mode=gi_t
Outdoor games
Who says games are just for kids?
Remember playing games when you're a kid with no need for a manual and no responsibiliies?
That's what we're doing. Tag, Cops and Robbers, Ninja... Stir up the memories of what made you happy and bring that pure joy out.
Sign up through this [1 question form.](https://forms.gle/XWHNG63iyzuumEon8)
To make our inner child completely satisfied, we'll reward ourselves with a hangout and pancakes at Teahouse Rhijnauwen after!
💵 Price : Free
👝What to bring: water, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, an open mindset
Sketching in Pinetum Blijdenstein
📍 AH to go, inside of the Hilversum Station, 10:30 → Pinetum → back by ~15:00
🚶♂️ Short walk (~20–30 min each way)
🎯 Main location: Pinetum Blijdenstein (€4 entry)
This time we’re keeping it shorter and focusing on one beautiful spot: the Pinetum — a small botanical garden dedicated to pine trees, full of interesting shapes, textures, and quiet corners to sketch.
We’ll meet at Hilversum Station at 10:30, walk together to the garden (arriving around 11:00), and spend about 2-2,5 hours sketching.
There are some benches, but not many — please bring a foldable chair or something you can sit on, if possible.
Around 14:00, we’ll head back toward the station. If people feel like it, we can grab drinks and maybe lunch at Mout before wrapping up around 15:00.
Bring:
Sketching materials
Water
Foldable chair
No pressure on skill level — quick sketches, detailed studies, or just experimenting are all welcome.
Come for the trees, stay for the sketches 🌲✏️
Biological Engineering Events Near You
Connect with your local Biological Engineering community
AI Agents 101: How to Make ChatGPT Do Actual Work
Most people still use AI like a search box: type one question, get one answer, repeat.
But the next step is AI agents: systems that can take a goal, break it into steps, use tools, remember context, and produce useful work for a human to review.
In this beginner-friendly session, we’ll demystify what AI agents actually are — without hype or jargon. We’ll walk through practical examples of how agents can help with research, planning, writing, coding, operations, and personal productivity.
We’ll cover:
* What makes an AI “agent” instead of just a chatbot
* How agents break tasks into steps
* Where agents are genuinely useful today
* Where they fail, hallucinate, or need human review
* How to design simple AI workflows for your own work
* A live demo of an AI agent-style workflow from start to finish
No coding experience required. This is for anyone who wants to understand where AI tools are going and how to use them more effectively right now.
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.
Stop Guessing: A Product Person's Guide to AI Adoption
## 🤝 Host Information
A co-hosted event by ProductTank Columbus & Women in Product Columbus
💡 About the Workshop
AI adoption is stalling across organizations — not because of a lack of motivation or tools, but because it's fundamentally a behavior design challenge.
This hands-on workshop applies proven Behavior Design models and methods to help you move from a vague organizational wish to boost AI adoption to 3-5 concrete, testable interventions you can act on starting tomorrow.
Whether you're a product manager, on a product team, or just someone trying to get AI to actually stick at work, you'll leave with a clear picture of what's worth focusing on, what to ignore, and how to drive real, sustained adoption — no guesswork required.
🛠️ What to Bring
Laptop: Fully charged and ready to go.
AI Assistant: Have your favorite AI assistant pulled up. (Dom will be using Claude, but feel free to use whichever assistant you prefer!)
🍕 Logistics & Perks
Food & Drink: Pizza and drinks provided!
Parking: Plenty of free spaces available on-site.
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American Sign Language Beginners Meetup Group
We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able!
Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!
Prototype, Play, and Build Workshops (In-Person @GameArena)
We're going to GameArena! We'll be in-person at the GameArena Gateway for our monthly COGG Prototype and Play event. Come to play and showcase your games!
We're back in the upper levels of the catwalk area. It'll be packed with lots of camaraderie playing your game(s) and other's games on the 2nd floor. Light snacks and water provided but you can buy food and drinks at the bar (alcoholic drink ID required).
[www.game-arena.co](http://www.game-arena.co/)
**Attendees:**
Don't have a game to show? Not a problem! All are welcomed and invited from all ages and backgrounds. The more we can have to play test our games is all the better!
**Developers:**
Do you have a game that you would like to get critical feedback on? Would you like an excuse to work on a game with other talented artists, programmers, musicians, designers, and writers? Digital, table-top, non-experienced developers, and the like are welcomed! We'll provide signage for your game to help others learn more about your work. Wifi, outlets, tables, and seats (though standing tables also) are available.
Come to the Prototype and Play workshop to collaborate and meet local game developers for an evening of epic and raw game play fun! Play works-in-progress, show off your own game, work with others to add polish to a game, or even lend your talents to other fellow developers. For this event, light snacks from the bar and water will be provided!
Though you can purchase you own if you like at the bar:
[https://www.game-arena.co/menu](https://www.game-arena.co/menu)
Can use South Garage at the Gateway with a $5 voucher on your way out.
75 E 11th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201
[https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9)
If you have any questions or comments, as always, feel free to reach out to us at [info@thecogg.com!](http://info@thecogg.com!/)
Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code - Alan Barber
**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**
*Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code*
Visual Studio Code is one of the most widely used development environments today, and much of its flexibility comes from its extension ecosystem. Extensions allow developers to customize the editor with new features, integrations, and workflow improvements tailored to their needs.
In this session, we’ll cover what extensions are and the different types available, including full extensions written in TypeScript or JavaScript, along with lighter-weight extensions such as color themes, language packs, language support, code snippets, and keymaps. We’ll also look at practical reasons a developer might create an extension, from automating repetitive tasks to adding custom tooling.
The session includes a hands-on walkthrough of creating a new extension, testing it locally, and understanding the basic project structure. We’ll close with a brief overview of how extensions are packaged and published to the Visual Studio Marketplace and other distribution options.
**YouTube Link**
TBD
Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio!
The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us!
And yes, there will be free food.
Please RSVP via [Microsoft Build //localhost:columbus | Microsoft Reactor](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27247/).




















