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We’re excited to welcome a new speaker to our next Design Talk: Gabe Ferreira, Design Lead at Google. In his talk, Gabe will talk about AI and the creative process. AI represents the most disruptive moment the creative industry has seen since the popularization of the internet. Processes, expectations, output, and possibilities have changed (and will continue to change) quickly and dramatically; for the worse when AI is used carelessly, potentially for the better when applied thoughtfully. Organized in 6-10 (short) chapters and 2 (even shorter) intermissions, the talk will go over tools, projects, observations and predictions that inform, prepare, and provoke. Here is a preview of what you can expect: 1. How studios are using GenAI (examples from real world projects) 2. When is it ok to use GenAI in your creative projects? (with examples) 3. ⁠Good and Bad GenAI ads I’ve seen, and why … and how certain brands are reacting/pushing back. 4. ⁠2 paths forward as a creative (many jobs will be lost, some new ones will surface) 5. Artists exploring GenAI as a new medium After the talk, we’ll hang out and enjoy some drinks and snacks! 🗓️ January 21st, 7 PM 📍 Bau, Carrer de Pujades, 118, Sant Martí, 08005 Barcelona 🎟️ Free Anyone taking part in the event agrees that the organizer accepts no liability. By participating in the event, you also agree to videos and pictures being taken for later publication online. See you soon, designer friends! 🫶

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**🌌 Barcelona Space Friends** is a **free** monthly meetup uniting **space enthusiasts and professionals,** who share a fascination with the **space** and **exploration**. Hosted at the energetic **Brewdog Barcelona** 🍻, this gathering creates a laid-back atmosphere space Friends to connect and share their passion for the space. No formal lectures, no structured activities—just talk while we drink. The event is **completely free**, welcoming anyone eager to grow their space-loving community.

¿Te has preguntado cómo hacer WordPress aún mejor? Hay muchas respuestas, probablemente, pero esta que te vamos a explicar es por la que la Fundación Linux apuesta: independencia y federación. FAIR significa "Federated And Independent Repositories" y permite descentralización, seguridad, privacidad, resiliencia e independencia de WordPress de un ecosistema centralizado. ¿Sabes que solo por instalar WordPress incumples el RGPD? ¿O qué estás mandando telemetría que no puedes desactivar? ¿Y qué estás enviando todas tus publicaciones a una empresa privada? Con FAIR puedes desactivar todo esto de manera más sencilla, mejorando además la velocidad de carga de tu sitio y su descubribilidad. Si usas WordPress, de la manera que sea, esto te interesa, porque ¡te vamos a enseñar a hackear el sistema!

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En este encuentro presencial realizaremos un análisis astrológico del año 2026, atendiendo a los principales ciclos planetarios, configuraciones relevantes y dinámicas de fondo que marcarán el clima colectivo y los procesos individuales de este año tan decisivo y relevante. Exploraremos los grandes tránsitos del año, los cambios de ritmo, los momentos de mayor tensión y las ventanas de oportunidad, no desde una astrología predictiva simplista, sino como lectura simbólica del tiempo que habitamos. El encuentro tendrá un formato expositivo y dialogado, con espacio para preguntas y reflexión compartida. Está pensado como una sesión abierta tanto a personas con formación astrológica como a quienes se acercan con interés serio y curiosidad intelectual. Será conducido por los astrólogos Sergio Trallero y Rodolfo del Pueyo. **Duración aproximada:** 90 minutos. **Formato:** Presencial, grupo reducido. **Inscripción**: Necesaria la reserva por cuestión de aforo. Confirmar a Sergio: 687 46 86 27 **Aportación**: se sugiere de 10 euros en el mismo evento **Lugar**: "El Jardí", C/ Roger de Llùria 93, entsuelo 1º. Barcelona

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**Coordinación por David Garcia -especialista en Biodescodificación & Carla Scolaro -licenciada en Psicología.** Un encuentro de terapia grupal donde combinamos herramientas de psicología y biodecodificación para comprender el origen emocional de tus síntomas, patrones y bloqueos. **Si estás esperando “el momento perfecto” para ocuparte de lo que sentís… este puede ser el comienzo.** En Barcelona estamos creando un espacio grupal donde trabajar tus emociones, comprender tus patrones y encontrar alivio real a través de diversas herramientas. A través del trabajo en grupo, reflexión guiada y ejercicios de conciencia, vas a encontrar claridad, alivio y nuevas formas de responder a lo que te sucede. **DONDE?** Nos reunimos en el bar Viena (Av. Diagonal, 609, 8º, Les Corts, 08028 Barcelona, Spain). Espacio reducido y acompañamiento personalizado. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **RESERVÁ TU LUGAR / PAGO** **Los encuentros grupales son actividades de pago,** ya que están coordinados por profesionales especialistas de la salud. Esto garantiza un espacio serio, cuidado y responsable, pensado para ofrecerte un proceso de calidad y con verdadero sostén. **Aporte: 10€ por persona. Cada entrada permite traer a un acompañante sin coste adicional.** **El pago se realiza el día del encuentro en efectivo o por bizum a Carla o a David.** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Este espacio no reemplaza un tratamiento psicológico individual, sino que lo complementa y ofrece un marco de reflexión y crecimiento acompañado. **Únete al grupo de WhatsApp para recibir novedades y próximos eventos del Circulo:** [GRUPO DE WHATSAPP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GjHrQ3n9IL2317A9ipZFmh?mode=hqrt1) Contactame para saber más! [www.carlascolaro.com](http://www.carlascolaro.com/) [https://www.instagram.com/psi.carlascolaro_tucoach/](https://www.instagram.com/psi.carlascolaro_tucoach/)

**It's our first event of the year!** Technology continues to accelerate our lives, and with AI, we are on the verge of even more profound shifts - not just in how we work or connect, but in how we think, learn, and create. In this landscape of constant change, it is easy to give in to fear or discouragement… but creativity will save us! In this creative session, **Ian Gehlhaar**, Founder and Creative Director at **Fail Fast**, will share insights and exercises on creativity, exploring the vital importance of reconnecting with one of the most ancient and human qualities of all: curiosity. **Fail Fast** is a studio based in Barcelona, specialized in strategy, design, creativity, and growth. With a team of nearly 100 multidisciplinary creatives, we develop strategies, digital products, service design, and narratives focused on generating real impact. We work at the intersection of technology and creativity, designing experiences that connect emotionally with people and make a difference. **Location:** Fail Fast, Carrer de Provençals, 44, Sant Martí, 08019 Barcelona **To join us, just:** ✅ RSVP here on Meetup ✅ Answer [this form](https://48db4b2d.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFALVJFCY58-PfU2C7p8iFqLfIpbdAnwa1shIn0g1fbdOPELPhsS2WSTgOGm3hP3zjlXplloQ6K5UdHfoaLW4Xp9Rb-7dWdt2LlM9Qj4zpoKnYUy86h1nQ_Cwku5-DvanYtkLAOnFmDyBEqlo4SyA66wHQ9OAWCsv-XywZi3xxUGlqtpLPBqxByqP9yHhzUlzBLh8JTuj_Akv4) 👈 **What’s Happening?** * Keynote Talk: Ian Gehlhaar on Creativity Will Save Us! * Connect with Curiosity: Insights and exercises on creativity * Interactive Q&A: Get your questions answered * Community Networking: Connect with fellow designers, PMs, and UX thinkers **Details:** **🗓 Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026** **⏰ Time: 18:30–21:00** **📍 Location:** Fail Fast, Carrer de Provençals, 44 **Why You’ll Love It:** You'll learn to reconnect with your curiosity **🗓 Agenda:** **18:30 – Door Opens** **19:00 – Introduction** **19:15–20:00 – Talk & Q&A** **20:00–21:00 – Socialization & Fun!** **Educational partner:** [Interaction Design Foundation](https://www.interaction-design.org/turn-passion-into-paycheck?ep=ux-salon-bcn) [Uxcel](https://uxcel.com/) **P.S.** Please make sure to show up on time. 🫶 **If we reach full capacity, we'll not be able to let you in**, even if you have a ticket! 🙏

La Tarde Astrológica es un encuentro en el que podrás conocer a personas que comparten contigo el interés por la astrología. En este evento hablaremos de la influencia que ejerce Plutón en la configuración astral y de las profundas transformaciones que originan sus tránsitos, poniendo el foco en su parte de sombra, los procesos de crisis y la posterior transformación personal que permite la reconexión con el poder interno. Personalizaremos la sesión viendo la posición que ocupa en nuestra propia carta natal y analizando cómo nos afecta su actual ubicación. Para participar no necesitas tener conocimientos previos de astrología, solamente ganas de ampliar conocimientos e intercambiar opiniones y puntos de vista en un ambiente lúdico y distendido. Finalizaremos la tarde con una dinámica en la que recibiremos un mensaje de los dados astrológicos o del oráculo planetario. Aportación: 10 euros.

Want a professional website but feel stuck because you’re “not technical”? In this 2-hour practical course, I’ll guide you step by step to understand what you really need to launch (or improve) a website that looks professional, is easy to navigate, and helps people understand your business in seconds. You won’t just learn theory — you’ll leave with clarity, structure, and a concrete action plan for your website and content. **What you’ll learn (and apply):** * How to clarify your message so visitors instantly understand what you do * The essential pages every small business website needs (and what to put on each) * Website structure that converts: menus, sections, and clear calls-to-action * Basics of SEO you can apply from day one (without getting overwhelmed) * What content to create after your site is live to gain visibility and clients * Your next steps: a simple plan for the next 7–14 days **Who this course is for:** * Entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small business owners * Anyone who wants a website without coding or technical overwhelm * People who already have a website but need it to look more professional and convert better **What you’ll take home:** * A clear one-sentence message for your homepage * A website page checklist + structure template * Practical guidance + real examples * Q&A and personalized feedback **Format:** Hands-on session (practical exercises + examples + Q&A) **About the host:** I’m Adina Harnagea, a communication and digital marketing specialist based in Barcelona. I’ve worked with businesses since 2009, and my background includes live TV and radio — I help brands communicate clearly and build a professional online presence that gets results. **What to bring (recommended):** Laptop + charger (and your website/login details if you already have them).

Hello, everyone! You want to improve your Photos in 2026? Then come join our **Photo Review Session**. **How it works:** Bring 3 photos. Leave with clarity. A friendly, small-group workshop for amateur photographers. Bring 3 of your favorite photos (camera or smartphone photos) and receive clear, supportive feedback focused on composition, light, and storytelling. **When and where:** When: 15:00-17:00 Date: January 24th 2026 We meet at: LeMURia Continente Cultural ✨ Adress: María Aguiló 113 – Poblenou Urban District **IMPORTANT: This event has a 16€ Fee.** **Pay** through the following methods **BEFORE the event to secure your spot:** Bizum, Revolut, PayPal or Cash. **Please use the reference: Photo Review + Your Name** Please **submit your 3 favourite photos BEFORE the photo review session** by adding it to the google drive folder. You will receive the google drive in a direct message on Meetup. We also share it in the WhatsApp Group (link below). 1\. Reserve your SPOT on Meetup ASAP\, we have limited spots\. Please don't show up if you are not on the final list of attendees. If you can't make it, please move yourself to the not going list to allow people on the waiting list to move. 2\. Join our [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LDphol4BTdR4iuMdoH9Sw3) it´s important to get last minute updates. 3\. Follow us on Instagram [@takeaphotowalkcommunity](https://www.instagram.com/stories/takeaphotowalkcommunity/) where you'll find more information about our next events, as well as photos of the group and our walks. 4\. The photo walk will be in English 🇺🇸🇬🇧 but we have members from all over the world\. **Who we are.** Take a Photo Walk is a community-based startup founded in July 2024 in Barcelona to connect photographers around the world. We organise and host our own photo walk meetups and private photo walks in Barcelona, Madrid, Paris, London and several cities in Europe. We're an open and inclusive community. Feel free to join one of our events and bring your friends! **Data Protection: Regulations for Photos/Videos at Events.** When attending any events, policies regarding personal images often involve your consent and usage. Generally, private photos for personal use are acceptable, sharing them on social media may require consent if individuals are recognizable within the photo. You should tag the community and the individual in social media. If you're not comfortable being photographed or filmed, please let the group know before the event begins.

Another spot from my 'Want to Go' list, this cafe is in the South Riding area. As the name suggests, this is a brewery, but also known for their coffee. I've heard good things and am looking forward to another new experience. Take a break with me! (No discussions on politics, religion or potentially controversial topics. We're here to relax and have fun. Just be respectful and we'll be alright. Pay your own way, and enjoy!)

**\*This is an in-person event\*** Most people hold their ideas too tightly. They refine too early, hesitate to share half-formed concepts, and wait for “perfect” before putting anything in front of a user. Frankie Abralind works the opposite way and that mindset is a big part of why his projects succeed. In this session, Frankie walks you through his real creative process: messy drafts, discarded versions, surprising user reactions, and the moments when he threw out something he loved because the evidence pushed him in a new direction. You’ll see firsthand how treating ideas as *disposable, not precious* accelerates learning and leads to better outcomes. You’ll also get to examine real artifacts from the development of his games **BrainSpin**, **DIEKY**, and **eckso**. Explore prototypes, dive into design dilemmas, and hear candid stories of iteration, failure, and breakthrough that have earned former DT:DC director Frankie Abralind a reputation as an “entrepreneur who ships.” **What you'll learn** • What you need to test an idea quickly • Where to find real users (beyond friends and family) • How to ask non-leading, non-biasing questions • User-testing methods that uncover meaningful insights • Best practices for rapid iteration • How to log feedback, share modifications, and track updates • How to receive feedback with openness and use it productively • How to build, and reward, a network of testers and supporters **Agenda** **6:00pm** – Snacks & connection **6:30pm** – Case Study 1: *BrainSpin* — finding user testers **6:50pm** – Case Study 2: *DIEKY* — play tester appreciation **7:10pm** – Case Study 3: *eckso* — rapid prototyping **7:30pm** – *Zenmo* — live user testing **8:00pm** – Debrief & questions **8:30pm** – Adjourn **About our presenter** **Frankie Abralind** is an experience designer, artist, and neurodiversity advocate. He earned his MBA from the University of Maryland, where he has taught “Innovative Thinking” to graduate students since 2014. He also served as co-director of the Innovation Hub at Johns Hopkins Sibley Memorial Hospital. In 2018, Frankie co-founded **The Good Listening Project**, a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening psychological safety in healthcare. He is the inventor of the bestselling game **BrainSpin**, which showcases the power of divergent thinking and collaboration. Today, he leads the stealth startup **Zenmo**, which helps people connect through color. He’s Autistic (and proud!)

I recently discovered this spot in Herndon, a comic-themed cafe that’s relatively new to the area. They’re building community here, not just selling coffee. They brew Counter Culture Coffee, and although their options for bites are limited, this is a good place to chill and talk about music or hobbies or anything in between. Kick off the weekend with a mellow vibe. (No discussions on politics, religion or potentially controversial topics. We're here to relax and have fun. Just be respectful and we'll be alright. Pay your own way, and enjoy!)

**Important! Please register on [Luma Page](https://luma.com/n7h7ynr4)** This event is organised by Projector Institute community and Ukrainian Tech Space DC MD VA Join us for an exclusive evening dedicated to exploring what it truly means to be a Product Designer — and how to manage this role more effectively in today’s fast-changing digital landscape. ​ During this session, we’ll dive into: • The pros and cons of working in product vs. non-product companies • Communication as one of the main design tools • Business-oriented approaches to product design • Practical insights for both junior and senior designers • The use of AI tools and workflows — backed by real-world examples ​ Speaker: [Misha Rybachuk](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-rybachuk/) — Co-founder of [Projector Institute](https://prjctr.com/en/about), Art Director at [Lezo.io](https://lezo.io/en), and former designer at Accenture. With over 10 years of experience in interface design, Mike has helped build impactful digital products by merging creativity, strategy, and technology. ​ This event is your opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, gain hands-on insights, and see how design bridges creativity, communication, and business success.

Let’s hang out and journal together, trade stationary and stickers, and have a good time! Please note, we do not have a reservationtion, so we will do our best to find some good spots when we get there. The address is:

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