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👋 Hello Grafana & Friends Singapore! This month, we are excited to partner with the MongoDB for a collaborative evening of tech! As observability and data landscapes become increasingly complex, the integration between the LGTM stack and MongoDB is more critical than ever. This month, we are bringing together engineers from both ecosystems to share implementation strategies, architectural best practices, and real-world monitoring patterns. As always, come ready to learn, connect, and exchange ideas with the community. Light bites and networking included! **Topic 1: Real-Time Observability with MongoDB and Grafana: From Logs to Dashboard** **Speaker: Piti Champeethong**, Senior Consulting Engineer, MongoDB **Session Abstract:** Learn how to integrate MongoDB Atlas with Azure Grafana to build real-time dashboards for both database performance and application data. This session covers Prometheus-based monitoring, direct querying, and Azure-native pipelines for modern observability. **Topic 2: Agentic Observability: From OTel Signals to Production Remediation with MongoDB MCP** **Speaker: Hendri Tjiptowibowo**, Senior Partner Solutions Engineer, Grafana Labs **Session Abstract:** Learn how Grafana Assistant (available on OSS) combines OpenTelemetry signals with MongoDB MCP to move from observability to action. This session demonstrates AI-driven investigation of production issues, including trace analysis, query plan inspection, index recommendations, and automated remediation workflows. **📅 Date:** Thursday, June 11th, 2026 **🕡 Time:** 6:00pm - 9:00pm **📍 Location:** Smartworks Great Eastern Centre, 1 Pickering Street, Singapore 048659 - Level 8 ⚠️ **Reminder:** Please bring your valid physical photo ID (NRIC or Passport) to access the building. **Agenda** * **6:00 PM:** Registration, Light Bites & Networking * **6:55 PM:** Welcome & Opening * **7:00 PM:** Piti Champeethong, Senior Consulting Engineer at MongoDB – Real-Time Observability with MongoDB and Grafana: From Logs to Dashboard * **7:30 PM:** Hendri Tjiptowibowo, Senior Partner Solutions Engineer at Grafana Labs - Agentic Observability: From OTel Signals to Production Remediation with MongoDB MCP * **8:00PM:** Networking & Close **In Partnership with MongoDB:** This event is a collaborative session between **Grafana & Friends Singapore** and the **Singapore MongoDB User Group**. Special thanks to our Co-Partner, **MongoDB**, for providing the space.

## Details **♟️ Geek Out, Stress Out 🎯** **Note:** If you are hosting games, you can create a session under this event via this URL: [https://playbojio.vercel.app/](https://playbojio.vercel.app/) Ready to flex that board game brain? This night is for the seasoned gamers, the engine-builders, the tableau tacticians, and the worker placement pros. We're diving into the deeper end of the tabletop pool—**strategy games that challenge, engage, and maybe even melt your brain (in a good way).** Whether you're plotting your next move in a Euro classic or trying out a hot new release, this is your space to **go big on games** and connect with fellow strategy lovers. Bring your A-game, bring your favorite titles to share, and let’s get into the good stuff. **Venue:** Geekster **Time:** 7pm to 11pm (Every Thu) **Address:** 100 Lorong 23 Geylang #03-02 S388398 (Near to Aljunied MRT, take the shorter path at Atrix Bulding) **Fee:** Option A: Roll 2 dice and the sum will be the entry fee Option B: S$8 per entry Both options come with **ONE** complimentary drink **🎲 Play Arena Rules 🎲** 1️⃣ Max capacity: 24 people (excluding Geekster). RSVP is first come, first served. If you can’t make it, please de-RSVP so others on the waitlist can join. ✅🔄 2️⃣ Be respectful—no excessive noise or aggressive behavior. 🚫🎭 3️⃣ You’re welcome to bring your own games! Just make sure they’re ***clean*** and ***mold-free***. Comment below with what you're bringing. 😊🎲 4️⃣ Handle all games with care. Damage to Geekster’s games may incur a replacement fee. 💸⚠️ 5️⃣ No outside food or drinks (except plain water). Keep food and drinks away from games. 🚱🍔 6️⃣ Feeling unwell? Please stay home. Hosts may deny entry if needed. 🤒❌ 7️⃣ Keep an eye on your belongings; management isn’t responsible for lost items. 🎒👀 8️⃣ Theft = police report + permanent ban. 🚔🚨 Please join our **Telegram** group here for more details/updates: [https://t.me/+6r-3vSQcxwNjZjM1](https://t.me/+6r-3vSQcxwNjZjM1) **CONNECT WITH US!** **📌 Follow us on** [IG](https://www.instagram.com/geekster.sg/) **📌 Check out our latest arrivals and pre-orders on our** [website](https://www.geekster.sg/)

**Thunder Pong 雷攻乒乓 Thursday Table Tennis – Intermediate & Above** **(7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | 3 Hours)** Join us at **Thunder Pong** for a structured and competitive table tennis session catered for intermediate-level and above players. Suitable for players who enjoy competitive rallies, consistent match play, and pushing their game to the next level. **Skill Level** Open to intermediate-level and above players who can sustain good rallies and serve consistently. Participants should have a basic understanding of the game rules and maintain fair play and sportsmanship. **What to Bring** • Your own table tennis racket • Tables & balls provided (Nittaku / DFish / DHS 3⭐ 40+) **Venue** • High-grade 7mm ITTF-approved flooring • Fully air-conditioned **Important Rules** • ⏰ Session runs 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM • 👟 Indoor court shoes only 🚫 Running / track / outdoor shoes / slippers NOT allowed • 🍴 No eating in playing area • Play responsibly — any damage to venue/equipment is chargeable **RSVP & Payment** • $9 per session | PayNow only • Join waitlist to indicate interest • Once moved to RSVP (Going), payment must be made at least 48 hours before session • Unpaid slots may be released to the waitlist • Maximum 8 players per session If you have any questions, feel free to contact me directly. Let’s enjoy a competitive yet friendly TT session — sharpening skills, challenging ourselves, and making new friends 🏓 **Disclaimer** Participation is voluntary and at your own risk. Thunder Pong is not liable for injuries, damages, or losses. Players confirm they are medically fit, agree to sportsmanlike conduct, are responsible for personal belongings, and consent to photos/videos for promotional use.

**Talk Abstract:** — \# Bootiful Spring Boot 4: Sweet and Sour Spring Boot 4.x and Java 25 have arrived, making it an exciting time to be a Java developer! Join us, **Josh Long** (@starbuxman) and **DaShaun Carter** (@dashaun), will dive into the future of Spring Boot with Java 25. We'll learn how to scale your applications and codebases effortlessly, explore the robust Spring Boot ecosystem featuring AI, modularity, seamless data access, security, and cutting-edge production optimizations like Project Loom's virtual threads, GraalVM, AppCDS, and more. Let's explore the latest-and-greatest in Spring Boot to build faster, more scalable, more efficient, more modular, more secure, and more intelligent systems and services and we'll look at how to get older apps to this leaner, greener future. \-\-\- **Josh Long** (@starbuxman) has been Spring's first-ever Developer Advocate since 2010. A Java Champion, author of 7 books, host of *A Bootiful Podcast*, and open-source contributor — if Spring ships it, Josh has probably already done a live demo of it. **DaShaun Carter** (@dashaun) is a Spring Developer Advocate at Broadcom, Testcontainers Champion, and keynote speaker with a passion for helping developers ship better software, faster. Whether he's on stage, on a Raspberry Pi, or on a racecourse, he brings the same deliberate, high-energy focus to everything he does. **Important:** Please share your mail address ( if you have not done already) , need it for security clearance at Redhat . Can send it to [mailto:singadev-organisers@googlegroups.com](http://mailto:singadev-organisers@googlegroups.com/) by 9 June evening. Thanks for understanding and cooperation.

Join us for a fun and exciting session! RSVP if u are coming. Whatsapp 93366835 for any enquiry or if u are coming. Don't pop up unannounced. Game will only start with 4 px minimum. Located at the Pickleball Ang Mo Kio courts, our group welcomes players aged 25 and above who are passionate about both pickleball and discussing the latest happenings in Singapore, business, investing and anything under the sun. Come prepared to enjoy some friendly and serious competition on the courts, and forge meaningful friendship with fellow Pickle-chus! Reserve your slots now. All u need to bring is yourself, pickle paddle, hydration for yourself, a towel to dry yourself, comfortable shoes and attire and you're good to go. For first time members, a one time only $4 admin fee is payable for provided equipment (net) and expensive silent balls. That's all. Subsequently it will be $1 a month just to cover cost of setup etc.

Join our vibrant volunteer community at Wildlings Forest School Singapore, **Dempsey Hill**, where we come together on the **2nd, 3rd, and 4th Thursdays of every month** to nurture our gardens and regenerate our forest trails that support our unique learning environment. #### Why Join? * It’s absolutely free! * Gain hands-on knowledge from our passionate team as we share resources and expertise. * Enjoy fresh produce and the fruits of your labour. * Help restore and enhance our forest trails, making them safe, sustainable, and magical for all who explore them. * Support environmental education by shaping the natural spaces where children thrive. * Beautify and enrich Wildlings to create a vibrant habitat for wildlife biodiversity. * Promote eco-conscious living by engaging in meaningful, sustainable practices. #### Who Can Participate? * Adults and students aged 16 and above. Young people aged 12–15 may join with an accompanying adult. * Local residents and community members. * Anyone passionate about nature, wellness, or sustainability. * Parents of Wildlings Forest School students (Hornbills and Eagles groups; Sunbirds are a little too young for this one!). * Aspiring Forest School Leaders and outdoor educators. * Nature enthusiasts and hobbyists from all walks of life. #### What Does Each Session Offer? * **Warm Welcome**: Start your morning by sampling fresh produce straight from our gardens. * **Interactive Learning**: Begin with a thematic talk, then explore the gardens and forest trails through a guided walk and observation session. * **Hands-On Work**: Get involved with physical gardening tasks, trail conservation efforts, and ongoing sustainability projects. * **Group Reflections**: Wrap up with thoughtful group reflections and a friendly farewell.

Join us for a fun photography meetup at Lau Pa Sat! This historic food court is a great place to take pictures of the beautiful architecture, bustling street life, and delicious local dishes. Whether you're using a fancy camera or just your phone, you'll be able to capture some amazing shots. We'll start with a quick meet and greet, then head out together to explore and take photos. Don't worry if you're a beginner - we're all here to learn and have fun! After our photo walk, we'll meet up at a nearby coffee shop to chat about our experiences and share our favorite photos. It's a great way to connect with other photography enthusiasts and get inspired. Join us if you're interested in photography, whether you're a pro or just starting out. We do it for the love of the craft! This is a free event, but please RSVP so we know you're coming. If you have any trouble finding us or have questions, feel free to call or text: Jay: +65 9352 0249 Sandeep: +65 8609 1667 Join our WhatsApp group for live location sharing: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IYNcf63yaXr2PAXyrjeHzi We share our live location there to help everyone stay connected — especially as people naturally wander off while shooting. Meeting Point: Downtown/Raffles Place (Lau Pa Sat) - Raffles Place MRT — Exit I (Lau Pa Sat / Boon Tat Street) Route: Lau Pa Sat → Boon Tat St → Shenton Way

Want to check out what dragonboat paddling is all about? Whether you are seasoned paddler or a newcomer, we welcome you to try out dragon boating with the German Dragons and end off the session with **ICE COLD BEER**! All paddling equipments and life vests are provided! **WHAT to bring:** \- comfortable sports attire\, flip\-flops\, hat\, sun glasses \- water \( min 1.5L) \- sun lotion **WHERE and WHEN:** \- 2:30PM meet at the boat nursery\, 5 Stadium Rd (be on time at our cage as we cannot wait for late-comers) \- grab your paddle\, life vest\, lock your belongings\, then warm\-up \- water training till 5PM \- after 5PM cool\-down\, chilled drinks\, freshly brewed Paulaner beer **Cost** $25 includes your training session and an awesome time over a keg of beer as post-training fuel! Pay on-site Send us a message for further enquiries. Looking forward to meeting you this Saturday!

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in Singapore. Most men have no symptoms in the early stages — and by the time they do, it may already be advanced. **Early detection saves lives. And it starts with knowing your risk.** This May, take the most important step for your health and join us for a free, expert-led talk by **Dr. Lim Huat Chye Peter** — one of Singapore's most respected urologists and founder of the Society for Men's Health (Singapore). **📅 Date:** Saturday, 13 June 2026 **🕑 Time:** 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM **📍 Venue:** Farrer Park Hospital, Connexion, #16-06 (Viv Hall) **💰 Admission:** FREE **If you're a man over 40, this talk is for you.** Most men avoid talking about their health — until it's too late. Don't wait for symptoms. Prostate cancer is highly treatable when caught early, but the window matters. This is your chance to get straight-talking, expert guidance in a relaxed, open setting where all questions are welcome. **What you'll learn:** * What prostate cancer is and how it develops silently * Who is at risk — and why men over 40 need to act now * When and how to get screened, and what tests to expect * Treatment options and the latest advances in urological care * How to have the conversation with your doctor — and what questions to ask Come alone, or bring a father, brother, husband, or friend. The men in your life need to hear this. **Seats are limited. This event is free — but your health is priceless. Register now before it's too late.**

Copied from https://exhibitions.nlb.gov.sg/thealbatrossfile/about/ "Revisit the moments that led to Singapore's separation from Malaysia – in the footsteps of our founding leaders. *The Albatross File: Singapore's Independence Declassified* exhibition takes you behind closed doors, into the complex journey from merger to separation. Based on the book *The Albatross File: Inside Separation* and supplemented by newly declassified documents and oral history accounts, explore the uncertainty, conviction, and tensions that defined 1963 to 1965, leading to the birth of an independent Singapore." **Tickets**: Book your own free ticket here [https://thealbatrossfile.nlb.gov.sg/book](https://thealbatrossfile.nlb.gov.sg/book) **Meeting Point**: National Library Singapore, Level 1 lobby, **Adress:** 100 Victoria St, Singapore 188064 **Meeting Time**: 5.00 pm **Tentative Plan:** 1.5 hrs of free and easy at the exhibition followed by optional dinner and chat. **Late Comers:** Find us using the Live Locator in the Telegram Channel\*. **Total walking distance**: About 0.5 km **Total exploration time:** about 1.5hrs **Optional Dinner and Chat**: about 1hr at some budget friendly place nearby, eg Brash Basah complex foodcourt **\*Telegram Channel:** Join [Walk, Chat, Explore SG](https://t.me/+rIuiiEM9j6oyNzI1) [https://t.me/+rIuiiEM9j6oyNzI1](https://t.me/+rIuiiEM9j6oyNzI1) **for updates. The Live Locator will be posted there.**

Over a billion documents processed. Millions of Veterans impacted. Hundreds of thousands of employee hours saved. Faster decisions. Greater accuracy. More benefits in the hands of our disabled Veterans. We created Smart Search, the world’s largest consumer of Amazon Textract, right when GenAI began reshaping what’s possible. Since then, we’ve built a suite of AI‑driven solutions that transform this data into real, measurable outcomes—accelerating benefits decisions for our Nation’s Veterans. Join us for a focused conversation on how an outcome‑driven approach to AI is helping us boost accuracy, streamline workflows, and deliver faster results for those who have served. This is a follow up to the AWS re:Invent 2023 "Intelligent Document Processing with Gen AI for Public Sector" presentation. About Speaker: Cameron Williams is a Senior Technical Project Manager and cross-functional technical leader at Booz Allen Hamilton with 15+ years of experience architecting and evolving scalable, cloud-native systems, from greenfield development to complex enterprise modernization. https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronw711/ **THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/ **DIRECTIONS** Franklin University Fisher Hall 300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8 Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map. NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

Get ready for a Picnic, this is our social and member appreciation event for the year! Feel free to bring family, but be sure to reach out with the number of attendees, so we can provide food for everyone. There will of course be food, music, games and fun! Event is held rain or shine, we have a covered shelter house reserved for the event. Agenda --- Moderators Kimberly Deal - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Greg Sprowls - Columbus Atlassian Community Leader Hosted By Kimberly Deal, Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley, Chief Everything Greg Sprowls, Agility Lead --- Global Partner Atlassian (http://atlassian.com) Millions of users globally rely on Atlassian products every day for improving software development, project management, collaboration, and code quality. For over a decade, Atlassian customers have come together to network, share ideas, solve problems, and find new ways to use Atlassian products. Today, more than 15,000 people take part in Atlassian community events in more than 30 countries. --- Complete your event RSVP here: https://ace.atlassian.com/events/details/atlassian-columbus-presents-annual-columbus-ace-summer-picnic/.

## 🤝 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. ###

Come chat about Atlassian tools and best practices at the Reynoldsburg Sunny Street Cafe and Breakfast is on Atlassian! Let's get the day started off with breakfast with your ACE Leaders! We're always excited to talk about Atlassian Products, share our knowledge and hand out swag! Come chat with us about new product news and anything you are working on within the Atlassian product stack. This is a great opportunity to come see what we are all about, hear new business news and share with other Atlassian users your questions and experiences. We'd love to see new and old friends come out to chat and learn about Atlassian! Agenda --- Moderators Kimberly Deal - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Greg Sprowls - Columbus Atlassian Community Leader Hosted By Kimberly Deal, Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley, Chief Everything Greg Sprowls, Agility Lead --- Global Partner Atlassian (http://atlassian.com) Millions of users globally rely on Atlassian products every day for improving software development, project management, collaboration, and code quality. Partner Atlassian --- For over a decade, Atlassian customers have come together to network, share ideas, solve problems, and find new ways to use Atlassian products. Today, more than 15,000 people take part in Atlassian community events in more than 30 countries. --- Complete your event RSVP here: https://ace.atlassian.com/events/details/atlassian-columbus-presents-rise-and-shine-with-atlassian-reynoldsburg-5/.

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves. The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate. 730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves 830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate) 15 for One Class 20 for Both Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space. Viva Dance Columbus 2809 Festival Lane Dublin OH 43017

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/).