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#### Next step: schedule your first event. Scheduling an event will encourage more people to join your group. Schedule Change photo  # [Gruppo di biliardo pool/carambola amatoriale e mini-tornei](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/) [Milano, MI, Italy](https://www.meetup.com/find/it--mi--milano/) [1 members](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/members/) · Public group Share Manage groupSchedule event [About](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/?eventOrigin=your_groups) [Events](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/events/?eventOrigin=your_groups) [Members](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/members/?eventOrigin=your_groups) [Photos](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/photos/?eventOrigin=your_groups) [Discussions](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/discussions/?eventOrigin=your_groups) More ## What we’re about Buongiorno a tutti. Sono proprietario di un bar e dispongo di un tavolo da biliardo semi-professionale. Sto creando un gruppo WhatsApp di giocatori amatoriali di biliardo americano pool/carambola, per la maggior parte debuttanti. Cerco persone disposte a unirsi al gruppo per giocare e divertirsi nel tempo libero, il pomeriggio oppure la sera in ogni giorno. Per stimolare l'impegno di ogni giocatore, abbiamo pattuito che il vincitore di ogni "mini-torneo" organizzato nei vari giorni giochi gratis e non paghi la tariffa di tempo per il periodo di gioco (un'ora di gioco costa 10€, ma viene di volta in volta frazionata in base al periodo di gioco effettivo). Il locale si trova in zona nord di Milano, stazione Greco-Pirelli, università Bicocca. Chiunque dovesse essere davvero interessato a partecipare e unirsi al mio gruppo, non esiti a contattarmi. Cerco persone serie e disposte solamente a divertirsi, senza puntare mazzette grazie mille. Antonio

**Are you ready for the Milano–Cortina Winter Olympics? We’re not.** **That’s why we’ve created our very own Ostello Bello "Olympic" Games: a glorious display of questionable athletic skills and high-level nonsense.** While the "other" guys are busy with the official **Milano-Cortina 2026** ceremonies, we’re bringing the real "action" to the streets of Milan. From February 6th, we aren't gathering to break world records; we’re gathering to break the laws of physics. This isn’t about the podium; it’s about the survival of the chillest. Get your "winter" gear ready, because we’re about to prove that being an elite athlete is 10% talent and 90% just showing up for the vibes. **The Incentive:** Every participant gets a **shot**. The "legends" who actually win take home an **Ostello Bello T-shirt or a Drink**. ## The Disciplines: Official "Technical" Standards Every day from **7 PM to 9 PM**, our "athletes" will face a rotating schedule of these elite winter disciplines: ### 1\. Air Hockey: The Wrist\-Flick Battle A high-speed duel where the only thing frozen is your gaze on the puck. * **The Goal:** Smash the plastic disc into the hole. * **Requirement:** Move your hand faster than your brain can process and celebrate every point like you’ve just secured a gold medal. ### 2\. Boxing\-Glove Beer Pong: The Clumsy Champion Challenge We took a classic and made it impossible by adding the "Yeti factor." * **The Twist:** You have to play wearing massive, padded boxing gloves. * **The Challenge:** Gripping a tiny ball with giant hands is the ultimate test of patience. Success here is statistically unlikely and basically a miracle. ### 3\. DIY Curling: The Professional Slide The most serious-looking sport in our program. We’ve replaced expensive stones with pots and ice with felt pads, but the tension is real. * **The Setup:** A "House" (target) taped on the floor and a "Hog Line" for the release. * **The Action:** Launch the pot while your teammates run alongside it with brooms, screaming *"Hurry! Hard!"* just like in the real tournaments. * **The Score:** Closest pot to the center wins. Clean floors are a bonus. ### BONUS DAY: The "Wildcard" Game The discipline is a mystery. Our local legends will choose the challenge. Expect the unexpected: and probably more shots. **AND REPEAT.**

A pub quiz with of stupid questions, even dumber answers and the chance to prove your random knowledge isn’t totally useless. Study not required. ⋯⋯⋯ Ostello Bello Milano Centrale - Via Lepetit 33, Milano 🎫 Posti limitati. - Ingresso gratuito tramite registrazione Ti ricordiamo che nel corso dell’evento potranno essere effettuate delle riprese di immagini fotografiche e audio-video con diritti di utilizzo ad uso esclusivo del locale. www.ostellobello.com https://www.instagram.com/ostellobello.milanocentrale/

Beneath Milan’s streets, the Roman Empire is still quietly alive. This 2-hour narrated walking experience explores the hidden traces of Roman Milan, starting from **Piazza del Duomo**. The route will remain undisclosed, discovery is part of the journey. This is not a traditional tourist tour, but a slow walk guided by a scholar, designed to uncover lesser-known Roman layers of the city through storytelling rather than lectures. It’s also a different way to meet people and experience Milan together, at a human pace. At the end of the walk, **those who wish can stay for an aperitivo** and continue the conversation. For anyone curious to see Milan differently and look beyond the obvious. The Roman Empire never disappeared. It simply learned how to hide. 📍 Start: Piazza del Duomo, Milan 🍹 Optional aperitivo at the end 👉 Join the [Telegram group](https://t.me/+MeJi9ZBqm2s1OGY0) to organize and stay updated ***

**Dance, Connect & Shine** Looking for a fun way to meet new girl friends, get moving, and feel fabulous? ✨ Our **Flawless Female Latin class** brings together women from all walks of life to dance, laugh and share an empowering experience. Each week we’ll learn steps from **Samba, Cha-Cha, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Jive**, building toward a group choreography that we’ll celebrate with a **video day** at the end. No partner needed — we focus on dancing together, cheering each other on, and making new friends along the way. 🌟 A chance to socialize while doing something active and fun 🌟 Open to beginners and anyone curious to try Latin dance 🌟 Friendly, supportive community 🗓 Every Monday & Tuesday at 20.00 🎟 8€ Trial class **Important: To sign up, you must register via the link for the lesson. Only then we can assure you a place in class** [https://shorturl.at/kdun3](https://shorturl.at/kdun3) Come dance, connect, and discover how flawless you can feel 💖

**How to Join** * Add your name on Meetup to reserve your spot. * Message me on **WhatsApp** to get information about introductory class and package options. * Once the **payment** is completed, your booking will be **confirmed**, and all details will be shared with you. **Monday Studio Class** * **Time:** 18:45 – 19:45 * **Level:** Transition to Intermediate (International, English) This class is for students who already know basic yoga poses and have been practicing regularly. (not for beginners) We focus on **balance, strength, and flexibility** with intermediate-level poses and flows. If you’re ready to take your practice to the next level, this class is for you. 📍 **Location:** Via Melzi d’Eril , Milan **What to Bring** * Your own yoga mat *(limited studio mats available on request)* * Comfortable clothes and water *** **📌 Cancellation Policy** – More than 24h before class: Cancel directly on Meetup. – 6–24h before class: Send me a WhatsApp message to let me know. – Less than 6h before class: Unfortunately, your class credit will be used and no replacement can be offered. *** **Safety & Notes** * Your safety and well-being are very important. By attending, you acknowledge that yoga involves physical activity and accept responsibility for your own practice. * ❗ *This class is not suitable for pregnant women.* * If you have health concerns, please check with a doctor before joining. *** **About Me** I’m Ozzy, a certified yoga instructor specializing in **Hatha Yoga**. Learn more about me: [https://linktr.ee/ozzyoga.milano](https://linktr.ee/ozzyoga.milano)

Primo incontro ufficiale della Green Software Foundation del 2026 (a Milano, ospiti di TeamSystem) per parlare delle novità nel mondo del Green Software e presentare **SCI for AI.** Esploreremo strategie attuabili per i product manager e gli operatori esperti all'interno delle aziende di prodotti digitali, affinché affrontino in modo proattivo l'impatto ambientale delle proprie organizzazioni che vogliono usare l'AI. **ATTENZIONE EVENTO A MILANO!**

Bla Bla Milano is the multi language event in the city! Join both locals than expats, talk different languages, and make new connections in a friendly atmosphere. Multiple tables with different languages created on the go! Anyone is welcome, just join us and get your drink! If you are hungry we have a dedicated formula with the place, dish + drink @ 13 euro. See you at Henry's cafe in via Col di Lana, close to Darsena and Navigli, Tram number 3 or metro Porta Genova. Join us at any time and... Bring your friends! Our whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JpPUx7VB0HGBgCcMEUCGmP (please momentarily add an "+" before Info description in order to be accepted)

Ciao! L'appuntamento di **febbraio** è per **mercoledì 11 alle 19** con un altro interessante talk in presenza, sempre al [Politecnico di Milano](https://www.google.com/maps/place/45%C2%B028'41.3%22N+9%C2%B013'43.6%22E/@45.478127,9.228763,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d45.478127!4d9.228763?entry=ttu)! Questo mese lo speaker sarà **Cesare Capobianco**, con il talk **Dal sito al sistema: come estendere WordPress con CRM, preventivi, portali e fatture (senza litigare col commercialista)** Abstract Costruiamo ottimi siti WordPress. Ma spesso il sito è solo una piccola parte dell’ecosistema digitale di una PMI. Vendite, preventivi, fatturazione, assistenza clienti e follow-up vivono altrove, in modo frammentato e poco efficiente. Questo talk parte da una domanda concreta: come possiamo estendere il nostro ruolo da “chi fa il sito” a consulenti del sistema digitale dell’azienda, aumentando il valore percepito e la sostenibilità economica del nostro lavoro? L’incontro è pratico e orientato alla strategia, non solo al codice. Vedremo come usare WordPress come punto di ingresso di un sistema aziendale più ampio e coerente, collegandolo a CRM, gestionali, strumenti di marketing, AI chat e helpdesk. In particolare parleremo di: come individuare le applicazioni aziendali che devono dialogare con il sito e come trasformare queste esigenze in consulenza e integrazione, non solo ore di sviluppo; come strutturare proposte semplici da vendere ma percepite come realmente convenienti, capaci di generare fiducia, referenze e nuove opportunità; come affrontare il tema delicato delle fatture elettroniche e dell’integrazione contabile, producendo dati corretti dal sito senza sostituire (né scontentare) il commercialista; come scegliere consapevolmente tra plugin WordPress, piattaforme di integrazione low-code (Make, Zapier) e soluzioni open source modulari come Odoo, anche con il supporto dell’AI per prototipi e demo rapide. Obiettivo Fornire una mappa concreta per ampliare i propri servizi WordPress e competere nel ruolo di consulente per il business digitale, restando nell’open source e con costi controllati \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Saremo in diretta streaming** Non puoi partecipare di persona? Noi non ti giudicheremo! :) Se vuoi, puoi seguirci anche in diretta streaming su YouTube. Il link sarà visibile solo una volta che avrai fatto la tua iscrizione all'evento. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **I prossimi appuntamenti della community WordPress** **Checkout Summit** La prima conferenza indipendente dal vivo per i professionisti di WooCommerce. 23-24 aprile a Palermo https://checkoutsummit.com/ **WordCamp Torino** 8-9 maggio a Torino https://torino.wordcamp.org/2026/ **WordCamp Europe** 4-6 giugno a Cracovia https://europe.wordcamp.org/2026/ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **In breve, ecco come sarà organizzata la serata:** 19:00 Benvenuto + networking 19:20 Presentazione (di circa 50 minuti) 20:10 Domande e risposte 20:30 Fine; Chi vuole può continuare il networking in un bar o pizzeria vicino al luogo dell’evento. All’inizio dell’incontro faremo il conteggio per prenotare: per non creare disguidi conferma la presenza solo se sei sicuro di venire. Networking significa che ci sarà tempo per chiacchierare con chi partecipa e fare amicizia. Potresti trovare una persona interessante, un futuro cliente, un futuro fornitore o un nuovo partner di lavoro, chi può dirlo? Non riesci a venire, o devi dare la tua disdetta? Nessun rancore, sarà per la prossima. Ti chiediamo solo di farci sapere 24 ore prima così - liberiamo il tuo posto per altre persone. **Vuoi essere speaker?** Beh, nulla di più facile: **Compila il modulo [cliccando qui](https://wpmilano.org/speaker-form/)**. Ti risponderemo per fornirti tutti i dettagli. Ci vediamo lì! 😉

**Expat & Local Language Meet Up: English, Russian, Italian & more** **Every Friday Evening \| 19:30 – 23:30** **At “DAISY - AMERICAN GARDEN” - Ripa di Porta Ticinese, 79, Milan** [https://maps.app.goo.gl/FfbXtEA8sYph2y2Q7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/FfbXtEA8sYph2y2Q7) \*\*\* 🌍 **Connect with Expats & Locals Through Language** New in town or looking to make meaningful connections? Dive into real-life conversations with a diverse mix of expats and friendly Milanese locals! Whether you're brushing up on your Italian, practicing English, or exploring a new language, our meetup is the perfect place to bond over shared passions in a fun, welcoming vibe. 🎉 **Build Friendships & Expand Your Milan Network** Meet people from all walks of life—expats settling into Milan, locals eager to share their culture, and global language lovers. Our events are a gateway to new friendships, cultural exchange, and insider tips about life in Milan, all in the heart of the city’s vibrant Navigli district. 🌟 **Why You’ll Love It** * **Perfect for Newcomers**: Feel at home instantly with our warm, inclusive community—great for expats or travelers! * **Native Speakers**: Pick up authentic pronunciation, slang, and cultural gems from locals and fluent speakers. * **All Levels Welcome**: Beginners get support, while advanced speakers can share their skills and shine. 📍 **Where & When** Join us at **DAISY - AMERICAN GARDEN**, a cozy spot just a 5-minute walk from **Porta Genova Metro & Railway Station** in the famous **Navigli district**. Enjoy relaxed vibes, comfy seating, tasty drinks, and upbeat music. Drop in anytime after **19:30**. ✨ **How It Works** 1. **Arrive & Order**: Find **Arsen’s table**, grab a drink at the bar to support our awesome venue, and settle in. 2. **Chat & Connect**: Join the lively conversation at our single large table, where everyone mingles freely, swapping languages and stories. 3. **Mix & Enjoy**: Share laughs, make friends, and connect with expats and locals in a natural, fun way! 💡 **Support Our Host** Please grab at least one drink upon arrival to keep DAISY - AMERICAN GARDEN as our friendly home. Your support keeps the good vibes flowing! Come join our growing community of expats, locals, and language lovers. We’re adding new languages soon, so there’s always something fresh to explore! \*\*\* **Ready to meet new people and speak your heart out?** 📅 **Every Friday Evening at 19:30** \| no sign\-up needed\! Just show up\. 📍 **DAISY \- AMERICAN GARDEN – Ripa di Porta Ticinese\, 79\, Milan \|** ask for **Arsen's table** [https://maps.app.goo.gl/FfbXtEA8sYph2y2Q7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/FfbXtEA8sYph2y2Q7) **Spread the word, bring your friends and join our growing community of expats, locals, and language lovers !** 🍷 #Milan #Milano #Italy #LanguageExchange #LanguageLearning #LanguagePractice #SpeakingClub #MeetNewPeople #SocialEvent #Networking #Multilingual #International #EnglishConversation #LearnEnglish #RussianLanguage #LearnRussian #KazakhLanguage #LearnKazakh #ItalianLanguage #LearnItalian

Tutti parlano di LLM e ChatGPT. Demo impressionanti, risposte fluenti… finché non provi a fargli usare **i tuoi dati**. In questo talk vedremo perché un LLM, da solo, non basta: senza contesto risponde in modo generico, inventa, e perde affidabilità. La soluzione non è addestrare modelli sempre più grandi, ma usare il pattern **RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation)** per fornire al modello le informazioni giuste, nel momento giusto. Parleremo di embeddings, database vettoriali e del flusso completo che porta una domanda dell’utente a una risposta davvero utile. Il tutto con un esempio **end-to-end**, usando **PHP e Laravel**, fino a una demo concreta e riproducibile. E no, non serve Python. Se ti hanno sempre detto che per lavorare con gli LLM devi cambiare linguaggio o stack, qui vedremo come costruire soluzioni solide **restando nel mondo PHP**. **Meno parole, più architettura.** **Meno buzz, più controllo.**

* Привет дорогой друг! Добро пожаловать в нашу группу языкового и культурного обмена в Милане! * Если ты желаешь улучшить свои знания итальянского или русского, то эта группа для тебя :) * На наших встречах мы общаемся на самые разные темы, делимся опытом и знаниями, преодолеваем языковой и культурный барьер и просто приятно проводим вечер в веселой компании, наслаждаясь итальянским аперитивом ;) * Цена 12€: аперитив и практика; или, если хотите, можете заказать простой напиток * Присоединяйся к нашей группе в Телеграм чтобы узнать больше: https://t.me/+JDrRjcQ-FqE2OTE0 * Hello dear friend! Welcome to our language and cultural exchange group in Milan! * If you want to improve your knowledge of Italian or Russian, this group is for you :) * At our meetings we communicate on various topics, share experience and knowledge, overcome language and cultural barriers and just have a nice evening in a fun company, enjoying Italian aperitivo ;) * The cost is of 12€ which includes aperitif and language practice; or, if you prefer, you can order just a simple drink * Join our Telegram group to learn more: https://t.me/+JDrRjcQ-FqE2OTE0

**ToWork è una micro-community che ogni settimana organizza dopo lavoro informali tra LAVORATORI DIGITALI, FREELANCE, CREATIVI E REMOTE WORKERS.** **Ad ogni incontro ti sentirai parte di un gruppo e farai nuove interessanti amicizie partendo dal tuo lavoro.** Ti sentirai subito tra amici, garantito! ⚠️*PER PARTECIPARE È FONDAMENTALE REGISTRARSI AL LINK QUI SOTTO.* **La location la scoprirai SOLO DOPO LA REGISTRAZIONE.👇🏻** [CLICCA QUI PER REGISTRARTI](https://luma.com/e6u1nmr7)

Come join us at Nova Labs for our monthly lockpicking meeting! We meet every third Wednesday at the Nova Labs Fairfax location at 3850 Jermantown Road. Learn about locks, lockpicking, lock modifications, and even lock smithing in our classroom environment. No tools, skills, or knowledge required, but feel free to bring any of those things with you! Our meetings are overseen by one or more locksmiths.

**Title**: Powering AI Through Data Modernization: Modernizing ETL with Databricks & Unity Catalog In this session, we will discuss how enterprises are modernizing their data platforms by migrating from legacy ETL tools (such as Informatica and traditional data warehouses) to Databricks Lakehouse architecture, and how Unity Catalog enables enterprise-grade governance, security, and discoverability across data and AI assets. We will start with food and drinks at 6pm and then move into the presentation at 6:30pm. The session will cover: * Why traditional ETL platforms are becoming a bottleneck for scale, cost, and AI adoption * How Databricks changes the data engineering and analytics operating mode * The role of Unity Catalog in centralized governance * How this foundation enables AI and Gene.AI use cases on trusted data * Q&A Our speaker for this event is **Hirenkumar Dholariya**. Hirenkumar Dholariya is a Senior Data Engineering Architect with 18+ years of experience modernizing enterprise data platforms for global Fortune 500 organizations, delivering up to 40% system performance improvement and 20–35% infrastructure cost reduction through large-scale migration from legacy ETL platforms to cloud-native Lakehouse architectures. He specializes in Databricks-based data engineering, Unity Catalog–driven governance, and building scalable, secure, and real-time analytics platforms. He has led multiple enterprise-wide transformations from tools such as Informatica and traditional data warehouses to Databricks, establishing governed data foundations using Unity Catalog and enabling advanced analytics and AI use cases on top of trusted data platforms. His leadership focuses on architecting durable data platforms, enabling teams to move faster with confidence, and translating data and AI investments into measurable business outcomes. *

\| Government Leaders Meet in DC | Policy makers around the world are coming to DC to learn about blockchain. | | -------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | [](https://gbaglobal.org/u-s-capitol-hill-blockchain-showcase) | | \| Government Leaders Meet in DC | Policy makers around the world are coming to DC to learn about blockchain. Learn More https://gbaglobal.org/u-s-capitol-hill-blockchain-showcase/ Government officials from over 50 government offices and over 300 people have registered to attend the Government Blockchain Showcase on Capitol Hill, March 2nd, 2026 in Washington, DC. Do you have a production-ready blockchain solution that government can use? Schedule a call to discuss showcasing https://calendly.com/gerard-dache/30min. Want to attend the free daytime event on Capitol Hill? Register on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/events/7404602812124524544?viewAsMember=true. Want to attend the daytime showcase and the Spies Across Time Evening Reception? Purchase a ticket https://gbaglobal.org/u-s-capitol-hill-blockchain-showcase/. Who Will Be Attending International Organizations United Nations National Governments Argentina Bermuda Guatemala India Israel Japan Mexico Singapore United States Government White House Of of Science & Tech Department of Agriculture (USDA) Department of Commerce Technology Modernization Fund Department of War (DoW) Defense Acquisition University Department of the Navy Depart of Education (DoE) Depart of Health & Human Services (HHS) Health Resources & Services Admin (HRSA) Depart of Housing & Urban Dev Federal Housing Finance Agency Depart of Homeland Security (DHS) Transportation Safety Agency (TSA) Department of the Interior Department of State Department of the Treasury Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Federal Labor Relations Authority General Services Admin (GSA) Technology Modernization Fund House of Representatives House Committee on Ways & Means House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Internal Revenue Service (IRS) National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) National Institutes of Health Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) Senate Committee on Small Business & Entrepreneurship State & Local Government Offices Maryland Government Annapolis Prince George’s County North Carolina City of Charlottesville Utah County Virginia Retirement System Washington, DC Office of the Inspector General Washington Area Transit Authority \| https://gbaglobal.org/u-s-capitol-hill-blockchain-showcase/ About GBA The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) is a nonprofit (501c6) organization committed to advancing blockchain technology standards, facilitating industry education, and ensuring a trusted, secure ecosystem for blockchain solutions. For more information, visit https://gbaglobal.org/. For more information contact Bob Miko, bmiko@pacificdialogue.com 203 378 2803. Bob Miko GBA Director of Public Relations Editor in Chief/Producer Pacific Dialogue 203 378 2803 bmiko@pacificdialogue.com

**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 training is designed for real estate agents who want to learn how to play the Agent Investor game. The goal of this training is to help you flip your income into ownership. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ **Investors move fast. Most agents don’t.** If you can’t evaluate a deal quickly and confidently, you lose credibility—and the opportunity disappears. Deal or Disaster teaches a simple, repeatable framework to determine in minutes whether a deal prints money or burns it. In this session, you’ll learn a 5-minute investment evaluation system that works across flips, rentals, BRRRRs, wholetails, and creative deals. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s speed, clarity, and credibility. We’ll break down: * How to identify the investor’s true goal before running numbers * A fast, reliable method to estimate ARV with confidence * How to calculate the real all-in acquisition cost * Simple heuristics to ballpark rehab and improvement costs * The key metrics that reveal whether a deal works—or should be killed You’ll also learn the most common red flags that signal bad deals, thin margins, and hidden risk, so you know when to pause or walk away. When you can analyze deals in minutes, you earn authority, build trust, and become indispensable to investors. Speed creates opportunity—and opportunity creates repeat business. If you want to move from real estate generalist to trusted investment strategist, this session gives you the framework to do it. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ **Did you miss it?** [Watch all GRID Reston event playback on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOTh5kxLLJI1G3VH6Pqhlhu0uTA8yrdpi) ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ **Join the GRID Facebook Community** [Join the online GRID community here](https://www.facebook.com/groups/gridinvestor) to post deals, ask questions, and connect with other investors across the globe.

Join us for a fun afternoon of board games, card games, etc! Bring your favorites or play a game that someone else brings. You are welcome to bring snacks (for yourself or to share) and non-alcoholic beverages. RSVP will remain open until the start of the event!

**Inflow 6:00 PM - Talks Start \~6:30 PM** **Reston Community Center - 2310 Colts Neck Rd, Reston, VA 20191** NoVA Hackers is a group located in the Northern Virginia area and is made up of Information Security Professionals from all walks of life, from government and private sector, to students and beginners. The monthly meetings are held much like a mini-conference with 4-8 speakers and only a few basic but strict rules. Participation and Permission Active Participation is required for continued membership and is the only due required. Permission is required to be obtained from anyone providing information to the group from the person providing it to be made public by anyone other than the provider. Historically our talks generally run a bit late and we have a hard stop at 9:30pm for the room. If you want to socialize we recommend you arrive at 6 to meet and greet before the talks. Agendas and remote meeting option available after you join the group.