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Not a tourist party. Not a local bar. Something better. 🎄✨ Christmas Rooftop Party at Gazi View ✨🎄 📍 Friday | ⏰ 9:30pm | 💥 FREE ENTRY (Reservation Required) This isn’t just a party — it’s a Christmas rooftop night full of surprises 🎁 🥃 Welcome Christmas shots 🎟️ Lottery with cool prizes ✨ What’s waiting for you: • Insane Acropolis views • DJ all night • Great drinks • Fun, international crowd • Festive vibes & unexpected moments 🎄 🗣️ Prefer real conversations? The 5th floor is dedicated to relaxed socialising and good talks. ⚠️ Limited capacity 👉 Reserve your spot now to guarantee entry and start the night right. Come dance, mingle, celebrate & vibe — don’t miss this one ✨

Σε συνεργασία με τον **Δήμο Αγίου Δημητρίου**, συνεχίζουμε τις δράσεις μας με ένα πρακτικό σεμινάριο αυτοβελτίωσης. Πώς θα σου φαινόταν αν σου έλεγα ότι **δεν χρησιμοποιείς το 100% των δυνατοτήτων σου;** Ότι υπάρχει ένα κομμάτι του εγκεφάλου σου, που αν το ξεκλειδώσεις, θα μπορείς να «διαβάζεις» τους ανθρώπους, να αναλύεις δεδομένα και να παίρνεις σύνθετες αποφάσεις σε δευτερόλεπτα; Και όμως, είναι ένα εργαλείο που οι περισσότεροι άνδρες αγνοούν εντελώς. Ο κοινός παρονομαστής σε όλα τα παραπάνω είναι η **Συναισθηματική Νοημοσύνη (EQ).** Πολλοί νομίζουν ότι το EQ είναι απλώς «να είσαι ευαίσθητος». Λάθος. Είναι η ικανότητα να ρυθμίζεις τη διάθεσή σου, να χτίζεις συμμαχίες και να παίρνεις αποφάσεις υπό πίεση. ### Τι θα μάθουμε σε αυτό το σεμινάριο: * **Ο Μύθος των Φύλων:** Είναι τελικά οι γυναίκες πιο συναισθηματικά έξυπνες από τους άνδρες; Τι σημαίνει αυτό για σένα; * **Book-Smart vs Street-Smart:** Ποια είναι η διαφορά και γιατί η «εξυπνάδα του δρόμου» είναι καθαρή συναισθηματική νοημοσύνη. * **3 Πρακτικές Τεχνικές:** Πώς να αναπτύξεις το EQ σου για να γίνεις πιο έξυπνος, πιο ήρεμος και πιο αποτελεσματικός. **Σημείωση:** Το σεμινάριο έχει σχεδιαστεί **ειδικά για το ανδρικό κοινό**, εστιάζοντας στις προκλήσεις που αντιμετωπίζουμε σήμερα. ### **Πληροφορίες Εκδήλωσης** 📅 **Πότε:** Παρασκευή 19 Δεκεμβρίου ⏰ **Ώρα:** 19:30 📍 **Πού:** 6ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο, Λεωφ. Αγ. Δημητρίου 186, Άγιος Δημήτριος **Πώς να συμμετέχεις:** Η είσοδος είναι **δωρεάν.** Για την καλύτερη οργάνωση του χώρου, είναι απαραίτητη η κράτηση θέσης. ➡️ **Κάνε κράτηση** τηλεφωνικά στο 2109760505 ή στο email [polathl@dad.gr](http://polathl@dad.gr) Νιώσε ελεύθερος να προωθήσεις αυτή την ανακοίνωση σε όποιον φίλο, συνάδελφο ή γνωστό σου πιστεύεις ότι θα ωφεληθεί. Σε περιμένουμε, Athens Men's Support Group

This Friday, come and release all the stress of the week! International Friday night! Meet new friends, Dance, and connect. big international event with Whatsapp community as well as Couchsurfing and Facebook community. All together Free event at Aura rooftop bar, the best view of Athens..from 9 pm, you pay what you drink, Greek and International communities together. All languages are welcome. event organized by Athens Fun & Connection, One of the biggest communities for expats, locals and digital nomads. join our members every Friday As a token of sympathy for the bar, Please Order at LEAST one drink. Let's have fun and a great time, we all deserve it. Let's own the night !! See you all on Friday Michaël +32486805343 Whatsapp and Telegram

***Note:*** *We receive bookings from many different platforms, so you can expect a lively group with people joining from all over the world. When you join the **Original Athens Pub Crawl**, you’ll be part of a fun, social crowd ready to explore the city together.* **The New Year’s Eve Pub Crawl includes 1 Hour Open Bar - All You Can Drink** ### Original Athens Pub Crawl – Explore Athens by Night: Looking for the best way to experience Athens nightlife? The **Original Athens Pub Crawl** is the ultimate evening adventure for travelers who want to explore the city after dark, meet new people, and enjoy an unforgettable night out. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and groups, this crawl takes you through some of Athens’ most exciting nightlife districts, mixing popular venues with hidden local gems. Led by friendly local hosts, you’ll discover Athens in a whole new light—through its buzzing atmosphere, music, and social energy. Expect a night filled with fun activities, interactive games, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow travelers from around the world. Whether you’re here for one night or a full holiday, the Original Athens Pub Crawl guarantees a memorable evening of laughter, culture, and new friendships. **Highlights:** * Experience Athens nightlife with local hosts and fellow travelers * Explore a mix of lively venues, social spots, and hidden gems * Join fun games and activities that keep the energy going all night * Meet new friends from across the globe in a relaxed, friendly setting * A perfect choice for solo adventurers, groups of friends, or party lovers Make your trip to Athens unforgettable—join the **Original Athens Pub Crawl** and dive into the city’s vibrant night scene!

**Get ready to hop from bar to bar, sip on unlimited drinks, and dance the night away at the Athens Party Pub Crawl - it's gonna be legendary!** ## Highlights * Feel the rush of excitement of **meeting new people** and dancing the night away * Opt to include an **open bar for 1 hour**, including beer and wine or long drinks * Be led by **experienced and fun local hosts** and explore Athen's nightlife * **Dance, drink, and mingle** with fellow party enthusiasts from around the globe * Breeze past long lines at the nightclub and relax knowing **entry is covered** ## Full description Experience the ultimate night in Athens with 1 FULL HOUR of Unlimited Drinks (8€ - 35€+ Value!)\*, free shots, and Free Nightclub Access (10€ Value!) while meeting nightlife lovers from around the world! Get ready to celebrate like never before with the Best Pub Crawl in Athens! Embark on an epic pub crawl through Athens' hottest nightlife spots. Dance, drink, and mingle with fellow nightlife enthusiasts from around the globe. Enjoy an hour of unlimited drinks and free shots at each\* venue, while our energetic party hosts lead you through the night. Skip the lines and get access to the city's best clubs. Book now and make your night in Athens unforgettable! **\* We offer three ticket options:** 1\. The **Sober Owl Ticket**: Does not include an open bar \| Includes: A Free Shot at each Venue \- Drink Discounts \- Free Entrance & Skip the Line to Club 2\. The **Tipsy Owl Ticket**: Includes 1 hour of unlimited beer or wine\. \| Also includes: Free Shot at 1st & Last Venue \- Drink Discounts \- Free Entrance & Skip the Line to Club 3\. The **Drunken Owl Ticket**: Includes 1 hour of unlimited long drinks \(Gin/Vodka/Rum/Tequila\)\, beer\, and wine\. \| Also includes: Free Shot at 1st & Last Venue \- Drink Discounts \- Free Entrance & Skip the Line to Club ## Includes * Local Experienced event host(s) * Bar crawl: Visit 2 Bars & 1 Nightclub * 1 hour of unlimited drinks (depending on ticket option chosen) * 2-3 Free Shots (depending on ticket option chosen) * Discounts in Cocktails (1st Venue) * Skip-the-line & Free entry to Nightclub ## What to bring * Your Best Mood 🤩 * Comfortable shoes for dancing 🕺💃 * Camera * Charged Smartphone ## Not allowed * Intoxication ## Know before you go * This is an Adults only event. 18+ years old ## Booking Terms & Conditions - Code of Conduct By participating in any event (including pub crawls) organised and hosted by Athens Party Pub Crawl, you the participant & every person your booking is consisted of, agree to the following terms and conditions without restriction: [https://athenspartypubcrawl.com/terms-and-conditions-code-of-conduct](https://athenspartypubcrawl.com/terms-and-conditions-code-of-conduct "https://athenspartypubcrawl.com/terms-and-conditions-code-of-conduct")

Αυτη τη φορα θα κανουμε κατι λιγο πιο special! Θα παμε σε μια πολυ συντομη αλλα μερικως αναρριχητικη διαδρομη, στην Κοψη Φλαμπουριου, Παρνηθα! 🧗‍♂️🗻 Την εκανα προσφατα, πριν 1 μηνα, ειναι πολυ ομορφη πεζοπορικη εμπειρια! ❗️ ⚠️**ΠΡΟΣΟΧΗ: η διαδρομή απαιτεί ελαφριά αναρρίχηση-scrambling και είναι απαγορευτική για ακροφοβικούς και υψοφοβικούς!** ❗️ Ανεβαίνοντας την θεαματική κόψη, θα κατευθυνθούμε στο καταφύγιο Φλαμπούρι για ενα διαλλειμα. Μετά την κόψη, το βουνό αρχίζει και πρασινίζει ευχάριστα και τα δέντρα θα μας συντροφεύουν σε όλη την υπόλοιπη διαδρομή μας. Μετα απο διάλειμμα στο καταφύγιο θα συνεχίσουμε κατεβαίνοντας στα αυτοκίνητα μέσω του φαραγγιού της Χούνης. 🧭 [Πληροφοριες διαδρομης](https://www.wikiloc.com/hiking-trails/parnetha-kopse-phlampouriou-phlampouri-khoune-242121756) \- Υψομετρικη διαφορα: 620μ \- Συνολο χλμ: 6\.96χλμ \- Επιπεδο δυσκολιας: Μετριο\, αλλα απαιτει ικανοτητα σε αναρρίχηση\-scrambling \(θα ανεβουμε 600μ υψομετρικης διαφορας σε 1\.7χλμ\, και απο εκει μετα ξεκιναει η καταβαση\) \- σημειο εκκινησης: https://maps\.app\.goo\.gl/5F69M8urnCrAP39CA Η πεζοπορία θα έχει διάρκεια περίπου **3.5 ώρες**, συμπεριλαμβανομενου διαλειμματων (*εκτιμω 1 ωρα διαλειμμα*) και σχετικα χαλαρου ρυθμου *(3χλμ / ωρα*). 💪 **Απαιτείται και αναμένεται κάποια φυσική αντοχή!** 🚗 Οσοι οδηγοι ενδιαφερονται για την εκδρομη, παρακαλω να δηλωσουν την διαθεσιμοτητα του οχηματος τους, μαζι με το ποσες θεσεις εχουν διαθεσιμες για carpooling. ❗️ Συναντιόμαστε στα σημεια εκκινησης στις **12:00**, η πεζοπορία ξεκινά στις **12:30** ακριβώς. ⏳ Ακραιες καθυστερησεις θα αγνοηθουν = θα ξεκινησουμε χωρις εσας. Sorry but not sorry. Οποτε απλουστατα... μην αργησετε. 😎 🚗 Υπάρχει δυνατότητα carpooling. Θα συζητήσουμε τη διαθεσιμότητα carpooling μόλις δηλώσουν συμμετοχή όλα τα ενδιαφερόμενα μέλη. ΠΡΟΤΕΙΝΟΝΤΑΙ: 🥾 Ορειβατικά παπούτσια / μπότες (προτείνεται εντόνως!) ☔️ Αδιαβροχο μπουφαν! 💧 Τουλάχιστον 1.5 λίτρο νερό! 💊 Φάρμακα για αλλεργίες κλπ ⛈ Η εκδήλωση ενδέχεται να ακυρωθεί ή να επαναπρογραμματιστεί εάν η πρόγνωση του καιρού 1-2 ημέρες πριν είναι αρκετά κακή. ⚡️ Ακολουθηστε μας στα social media! ⚡️ \- Facebook: [Athens Fun Activities \[GR\]](https://www.facebook.com/groups/athensfunactivitiesgr) \- Instagram: @athens\.fun\.activities\.gr ([https://www.instagram.com/athens.fun.activities.gr/](https://www.instagram.com/athens.fun.activities.gr/))

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. More about FRC global: 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 55+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) [http://instagram.com/frcathens](http://instagram.com/frcathens) **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

This Sunday we meet early in Koukaki, at Bel Ray Bar, a cozy and laid-back all-day snack bar. We can have a coffee ☕, a drink 🍺 or/and food. 🍔🥗🍲 But above all we will chat in Greek and English or any other languages you wish to practice. 🗣️🇬🇷🇬🇧... Let's get to know eachother, connect and share experiences! You can also bring friends. 🫂💬 Card games will be available for those who like challenges! 🎴🃏 *The event is free of charge. You only pay for what you order at the bar.

Join us for a 3-hour December reset — breath, gentle movement, release & intention. Let go of stress, reconnect with yourself, and step into the new year with clarity, calm, and renewed energy 🤍 🗓 20/12 | 11:30–14:30 📍 Palaio Faliro (location shared after booking) 🍪 Snacks provided 💶 40€ (discounted price for our first workshop) Book your spot — limited spaces.

Coffee & Chat (& Brunch) Come and make new friends this Sunday over a nice coffee & chat (& Brunch), the perfect way to end the weekend. Everyone is welcome, International & Greek, meeting in English (but other languages are welcome) Let's meet at En Aithria from 12 to 16/17. Ask for the coffee group https://maps.app.goo.gl/ecdSiXxg6sT8h6kF7 +32486805343 Whatsapp Looking forward to seeing you all there!

To chat with us,and go in different plans, join our whtsapp group https://chat.whatsapp.com/EDf4HaUjK4gLMMQeiOsllt 🔥 Missed Thursday? No worries. Tonight — Saturday — we activate. The city’s most talked-about social meetup returns to Mint Bar, and this one is engineered to hit different. Not just another night out. A night people talk about the next day. --- ✨ The Experience Half chill, half dance. Open-air flow with real atmosphere. A warm, social crowd that’s easy to join and easy to talk to. Every week you see new faces — and every night the vibe stays strong. --- 🍹 Community-Only Deals Vodka Portokali / Whiskey Cola / Gin & Tonic → €7 Sangria → €3 Shots → €2.5 🎶 Dance Music All Night: Smooth enough for conversations, energetic enough to move when the moment hits. --- 📍 Logistics Mint Bar → https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ffi2B7Riw73TJM4Q9 Starts 21:30 — ends when the energy runs out Entry FREE — just say you’re with our community No dress code. Just come as you are. --- 🚇 Easy Transport, All Night Long Athens moves 24/7 on Saturday nights: Metro lines run all night Buses operate 24 hours Getting here — and heading home — is seamless, safe, and convenient. --- Why Tonight Matters Expect a friendly, open-minded, balanced crowd — the kind of people who make the night feel warm even in December. And remember: Our events run across multiple social channels, so the actual turnout is always bigger than what you see online. You’ll walk into a lively, welcoming group from the start. Whether you come solo or with your people, you’re leaving with stories, smiles, and new connections. --- Final Call This isn’t just a party. This is where the good nights begin — and where other events wish they were. Let’s make tonight count. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athenslocalstravellers?igsh=MWM4MTh4c2p5M3NxdA== Mamad – The organiser of Athens locals&Travellers events Athens Winter Social Meetup, Cozy Party Night, Dance & Socialize, Locals & Travellers, Expats in Athens, Digital Nomads Athens, Salsa Night, Bachata Night, Warm Vibes, Indoor Event, International Community Athens, Meet New People, Things To Do in Athens Winter, Social Networking Athens, Couchsurfing-Style Meetup, December Events Athens, Winter Nightlife Athens, Open Social Event

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 11:00 - quick intros. 11:15 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 12:15 - (the end) chat / take off / keep writing / socialising. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at To Theatron! What Should I Bring? Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Ideally come with your laptop fully charged in case there are not enough plugs for everyone. Other Important Details: -Theatron is close to the newly-opened metro station Dimotiko Theatro. The tram also stops right outside, and there are several bus stops nearby. -There is a parking service nearby on Kountouriotou 137 if you are unable to find a parking space. -Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

## Learn Infrastructure-as-Code (the FUN Way) — Through Minecraft 🎮☁️ **Joint Meetup: Azure CBUS × Columbus HashiCorp User Group** What if learning Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code didn’t feel like a whitepaper… but more like a game? Join us for a joint Azure CBUS and Columbus HashiCorp User Group meetup where **Mark Tinderholt** \(Principal Architect\, Microsoft Azure \| HashiCorp Ambassador \| “The Azure Terraformer”\) shows how **Minecraft** can be used as a surprisingly powerful way to understand real-world Infrastructure-as-Code concepts. In this session, Mark will demonstrate how Terraform and Azure can be used to provision, configure, and manage Minecraft servers—while teaching the same patterns you’d use for production cloud infrastructure. ### What we’ll cover * Infrastructure-as-Code fundamentals using **Terraform** * Provisioning real infrastructure on **Azure** * Applying **IaC best practices** (immutability, repeatability, versioning) * How playful environments like Minecraft make complex concepts *click* * Why learning through experimentation beats click-ops every time ### Who should attend * Developers, platform engineers, and cloud engineers * Terraform users (new or experienced) * Anyone curious about Infrastructure-as-Code but tired of boring examples * Minecraft fans who want to see it used in a totally unexpected way No prior Minecraft experience required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn infrastructure the fun way. Come for the blocks, stay for the Terraform. 🧱➡️📐 Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!! https://sessionize.com/azure-cbus-2026/

### Tools in your AI's Toolbox : An introduction to MCP Servers The generative AI revolution has unlocked unprecedented capabilities, but the next frontier is agency: empowering models to interact with, query, and act upon the world. The current challenge is the “N x M integration problem,” where every AI model requires a custom, brittle integration for each external tool or data source. This approach simply doesn’t scale. How can we give an AI access to our sales leads, code repositories, or IoT devices in a standardized, secure, and reusable way? This session introduces Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol (MCP), the open-source framework designed to solve this challenge and become the universal connector—the USB-C port—for AI. MCP standardizes how AI models discover and use external tools, moving beyond simple function-calling to a robust, client-server architecture. We will dive into how this open protocol is creating a new ecosystem for building powerful, context-aware AI agents. Join this session for a developer-focused introduction where you will learn how to: Understand the core concepts of the open-source Model Context Protocol and its architecture. Utilize pre-built, open-source MCP servers to instantly connect AI to tools like Git, Slack, and databases. Build a custom MCP server to securely expose your own proprietary data and APIs as tools for any compliant AI. Move beyond bespoke integrations and contribute to a standardized, collaborative, and open ecosystem. Stop building one-off connectors and start building intelligent agents. This session will give you the practical knowledge to leverage MCP and create the next generation of AI that doesn’t just talk, but does. Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!! [https://sessionize.com/azure-cbus-2026/](https://sessionize.com/azure-cbus-2026/)

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

Topic details coming soon. AGENDA: 7:00pm - Opening announcements 7:10pm - Main Topic 7:50pm - Q&A

The December Ohio North Database Training user group meeting will be held on **January 6th, 2025 at 5:00PM**. This will be a **HYBRID** event and we will be joined online by **Jason Romans**. You're welcome to come meet in-person at our meeting location, the offices of Improving at **[6000 Freedom Square Dr,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** **[Unit 110,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** **[Independence, OH 44131](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** [Teams Link ](https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_N2Q3ODVjM2YtNDQ1NS00MDBjLWI5MzYtNDQ3YmFlZjkzMjAx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b966f302-6b93-4686-9041-c084635642c5%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2278c760cb-657f-46aa-bd2f-7066d9403bdb%22%7d)if anyone needs it after RSVP-ing for in person. If you would like to subscribe to our email list outside of Meetup, we have changed platforms recently and you will need to register [here in Kit ](https://ohio-north-data-training.kit.com/b8f036f615)instead to receive emails. Agenda: **5:00 PM EST**: Online and in-person meeting begins with a social hour. This is an unstructured hour where you can join us to catch up and meet other group members before the session starts. There will be food brought in for in-person attendees. **6:00 PM EST**: Updates and announcements, followed by our feature presentation. See below for presentation details. **7:30 PM EST**: Optionally after the main presentations, the in-person crowd may go out for snacks and drinks at a local establishment. We hope to see you there! Session Abstract **Data on Fire: A Hands-On Intro to Spark in Fabric** Curious about Apache Spark but not sure where to start? This hands-on session introduces you to Spark in Microsoft Fabric Notebooks—a powerful and accessible way to process and analyze big data using familiar tools in the Microsoft ecosystem. We’ll break down key Spark concepts like distributed computing, DataFrames, and lazy evaluation, then show how they come to life inside Fabric’s notebook experience. You’ll see practical demos that cover loading, transforming, and analyzing large datasets—while leveraging Fabric’s modern data stack, including OneLake, Dataflows, and Pipelines. You’ll also learn how to choose between Spark and pure Python notebooks in Fabric, based on execution needs, data integration, and use case fit. Whether you're a SQL pro, BI developer, or data engineer, this session will give you the tools and confidence to start using Spark in your own projects—no cluster management required. \*Please note, that we will be using Microsoft Teams for the online portion of this meeting. You may want to join a few minutes early to ensure you do not have any issues. If you are attending in person, there are large TVs at the office, and you do not need to bring a laptop or use Teams.