Critical Design

Hey AWS Security fam 👋 For our March 2026 AWS Security Users Group meetup, we are honoured to welcome **Jeff Moss**, founder of DEF CON and Black Hat, for a special fireside conversation with the community. This session is a candid discussion shaped by questions from practitioners who build, defend, and operate systems every day. Expect perspectives on judgment, tradeoffs, and how security actually plays out across very different environments and worlds. **Our goal remains the same: bring security and cloud practitioners together.** Security is wide; cloud teams move fast. Let us meet in the middle — share what is working, what is painful, and how we can ship safer, faster. 🎤 **Speakers** ✅ **Fireside Chat - Ask Me Anything** 📌 Jeff Moss, Founder of DEF CON and Black Hat An open fireside style conversation shaped by questions from the community. Expect candid discussion around judgment, tradeoffs, and how security really plays out across very different environments and worlds. No slides. No sales. Just real talk. 📝 Have a question for Jeff? Submit it in advance here: 🔗 https://forms.gle/vJNB7b98zAwakov46 We will prioritise thoughtful, practitioner driven questions during the live conversation. ✅ **Ask a CIO** 📌 Damian Leach, CIO, Seaco An open and interactive conversation with a CIO operating at enterprise scale. This session will explore how security decisions are made, the tradeoffs leaders face, and what it takes to align technology, risk, and business priorities under real constraints. 🧭 **Event Details** 📅 Date: Friday, 13th March 2026 🕡 Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Venue: AWS Singapore, 2 Central Blvd, IOI Central Boulevard East Towers, Level 5 🛂 **Registration & Check-in (Important)** Watch for an email titled: AWS Security User Group Singapore: Registration Confirmed for AWS Security Meetup – March 2026 Show this email at Level 1 Concierge to access Level 5 for verification. Walk-ins: Only if capacity allows. Confirmed registrations get priority. No confirmation email = walk-in; entry not guaranteed. 🙌 **What to Expect (and why it’s worth your evening)** * 30-minute interactive sessions — no death-by-slides * Live Q&A & show-and-tell — bring questions, tooling, and war stories * Security × Cloud crossover — incident learnings, IaC guardrails, identity, data protection, cost/risk trade-offs 🍕 **Agenda & Housekeeping** 6:30 PM — Pizza & drinks (vegetarian + halal options) Talks — Start right after dinner Networking — Meet builders, defenders, and platform folks 📸 Photos/recordings may be used for future promo Pro tip: Arrive early to skip queues and snag a good seat 🎁 Swag & promo codes — stay till the end for giveaways

Some quiet time doing writing / working at a cafe.

🚨 **IMPORTANT – REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED VIA THE AWS SECURITY MEETUP PAGE** 👉 **Please RSVP here:** 🔗[https://www.meetup.com/aws-sg-security/events/313260292/](https://www.meetup.com/aws-sg-security/events/313260292/) 📌 This event is hosted under the **AWS Security Users Group Singapore**. 📩 All attendees **must register** via the link above to receive a confirmation email and secure access to the venue. ❗ Registrations on other meetup pages will **not** be considered valid. **Hosted by AWS User Group Singapore x AWS Security Users Group Singapore** Hey AWS Community, We will be hosting a fireside style conversation with **Jeff Moss**, founder of DEF CON and Black Hat. The discussion will be shaped by questions from the community and moderated to focus on judgment, tradeoffs, and how security really plays out across very different environments and worlds. Expect an open, candid, and thoughtful conversation. No product pitches. No rehearsed talks. Just a room full of practitioners and leaders digging into the questions that actually matter. We will be opening an **Ask Me Anything** with Jeff ahead of the event across our social channels. Keep an eye out and send your questions in! 📅 Date: Friday, 13th March 2026 🕡 Time: 6.30pm – 9.00pm 📍 Location: AWS Singapore; 2 Central Blvd, IOI Central Boulevard East Towers, Level 5 🎤 **Speakers** ✅ **Fireside Chat - Ask Me Anything** 📌 Speaker: Jeff Moss, Founder of DEF CON and Black Hat An open fireside style conversation shaped by questions from the community. Expect candid discussion around judgment, tradeoffs, and how security really plays out across very different environments and worlds. No slides. No sales. Just real talk. ✅ **Ask a CIO** 📌 Speaker: Damian Leach, CIO, Seaco An open and interactive conversation with a CIO operating at enterprise scale. This session will explore how security decisions are made, the tradeoffs leaders face, and what it takes to align technology, risk, and business priorities under real constraints. 📸 Kindly note that photographs and recordings captured during the event will be used for future promotional purposes. 🍕 **Agenda & Housekeeping** 💡 Pro Tip: Arrive early to avoid queues and secure your seat for the sharing sessions! 🍕 Pizza Time: Dinner starts at 6.30pm, enjoy pizza and drinks before the talks begin. 🎤 Talks start around 7.00pm 🍻 Post-Event Networking: Stick around to meet fellow builders, practitioners, and experts. 🎁 Swag & Promo Codes: AWS swag and giveaways await those who stay till the end! 🔗 Connect with us: Meetup: [AWS Security Users Group Singapore](https://www.meetup.com/aws-security-users-group-singapore/) Meetup: [AWS User Group Singapore](https://www.meetup.com/aws-sg/) LinkedIn: [AWS User Group Singapore](https://www.linkedin.com/company/aws-user-group-singapore/) Discord: [https://discord.com/invite/nkZagBG](https://discord.com/invite/nkZagBG) 📬 Enquiries: [aws.usergroup.singapore@gmail.com](mailto:aws.usergroup.singapore@gmail.com)

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**For ages 13 and above.** In this class, you will build on the basics from Foil Foundational Class and continue to learn more advanced technical skills and their applications, such as: * Different parries * Compound attacks * Counter riposte * Counter attack ### **Address** 231 Mountbatten Rd, BLK F, #01-01, Singapore 397999 ### **Schedule** Fridays 730PM - 930PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

I invite you to a small group hatha yoga class that is suitable for yoga beginners and newcomers. The class is usually a small group of usually not more than 5 pax. Enjoy practising yoga outdoors! Session will include breathing and loosening exercises to prepare you for the asanas (poses), and we will end with relaxation and pranayamas. Session is USD16 (via the meetup platform) or SGD20 (plus fees) via [Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/outdoor-yoga-for-beginners-3548139?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=creatorshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=odclsxcollection&utm-source=cp&aff=escb), if you prefer to pay in SGD. *Things to bring* **\- Yoga mat** \- Water \- Small towel \- Optional mosquito repellent \- An open mind **Meeting point.** at PAssion Wave Jurong Lake Gardens. *Once you RSVP, your place is confirmed. I will usually send you an individual message to confirm your attendance at least a day before.* **Private yoga class/therapy or Corporate Yoga Class** If you will like private individual/group classes or yoga therapy (e.g. for weight loss, back pain, knee pain, constipation, migraine, insomnia, anxiety etc) at your convenient time, fees apply - do chat with me! Or contact via Lalang Life [lalanglife.sg](https://www.lalanglife.sg/?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=listing&utm_campaign=meetupevent) **Note: In case of rain or otherwise, the session shall be cancelled and not proceed. I will try my best to inform you of such cancellation via meetup at least 45 minutes before the session. I appreciate your understanding on this.** **Release and waiver of liability** By your RSVP to this event, you: \- consent to the voluntary participation in the yoga session conducted by the organiser; \- understand that you should consult a physician before participating in the yoga session; \- recognise that it is your responsibility to notify the organiser of any serious illness or injury before the yoga session; \- will not perform any postures to the extent of strain or pain; \- assume full responsibility for any risks\, injuries\, or damages\, known or unknown\, which I might incur because of the yoga session; \- knowingly\, voluntarily\, and expressly waive any claim you may have against the organiser\, for injury or damages that you may sustain because of participating in the yoga session\.

The perfect opportunity for anyone new to fencing. * In this class, you will learn: * How to handle the foil blade safely * How to wear the protective gear * Fundamental footwork and bladework * Various offense and defense techniques * How to work with a partner in partner exercises * How to spar with others safely and effectively ### **Address** 231 Mountbatten Rd, BLK F, #01-01, Singapore 397999 ### **Schedule** Fridays 730PM - 830PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

🏛️ **WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?** Practical Philosophy is a weekly meet-up that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no ‘official’ philosophy knowledge required! 😎 Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking and communication as we explore that topic. The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community 🙌 📓 **HOW DOES IT WORK?** Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going. When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, it’s important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse or lecture. **General Meeting Agenda** Each Practical Philosophy meet-up follows this general timeline: * 19:00-19:15 - People arrive and chat, get to know each other before the ‘official' start. * 19:15-19:25 - Meeting introduction, explanation of Practical Philosophy and the topic for the week, read the guidelines and the overview so attendees know what to expect in terms of timelines. * 19:25-20:45 - Break into small groups - introduce yourselves and general thoughts on the topic, open discussion afterwards. At this point the group can review the ‘jump-off’ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. It’s not obligatory to answer them. * 20:45-21:00 - Bring everyone back together to discuss conclusions of the topic - each group gives a short 1-minute summary. Organizer concludes the meeting and everyone takes a group photo. * 21:00 - The official meeting is over but it’s a great opportunity to get to know people in a non-structured environment, so we often stick around, chat, and get to know each other. **🧧PRICING?** Practical Philosophy Club is FREE to attend! We just ask that if we are meeting in a café, buy a beverage! Some chapters rent a space for us to meet, and they may ask for donations to help contribute to the cost of rent. Donations will always be 100% voluntary though! 💛 WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY 🗣 “I feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting what’s right and wrong” - Ekam 🗣 “I got hooked from day 1 (the topic was authority) and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.” - Daniel **🤓 FAQ** * ​What will we talk about? What's the topic? ​The topic for the week is shared every Sunday in the Whatsapp group. We try to add the topic to the comment section on this event page as well but if you don’t see it, the topic and the jump-off points will be in our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS). * Do I need to study or read anything to attend? No preparation is necessary. This isn’t a study of other thinkers. We want to know what YOU think about the topic, not what an old philosopher thought. If you have a perspective from a religion or a school of thought to share, throw it on the table and we’ll discuss it, but it's not required. * Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on? The goal of our meet-ups is to not have dogmatic discussions, and flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school. * Is it mostly men that attend? Surprisingly, no! Although philosophy is seen as a Candelabra affair in a dark room with a bunch of guys, our Practical Philosophy meetups are generally 50/50 between genders, and we don’t meet in any dark rooms. * Can I come alone? Of course you can, we encourage it :) * Can I be late? Please don't be! We do have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, but after that if you arrive too late, it disrupts the flow of the conversation. * Where do you meet? The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS) group for this location. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you join the Whatsapp group! If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/). **PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY - Making Philosophy Available To All.** ✨ Practical Philosophy hosts weekly, in-person meetups in over 20 countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! 🗺️ \*\*\* Join our [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS) 👈 Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈 Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈

⚠️ **REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED VIA [THIS GOOGLE FORM](http://forms.gle/saLWmbr5XbwUX8Jp8)**[ ](forms.gle/saLWmbr5XbwUX8Jp8)⚠️ **ABSTRACT** SHELLgym is the regular cybersecurity workout you have been looking for! Whether you're just starting out and need some exercises, studying for a cert (hint: OSCP), looking at CTF challenges, or developing something cybersecurity-related (maybe your own automated tools?), SHELLgym aims to help you progress in picking up practical cybersecurity knowledge and skills. Come and go as you please, work on your own stuff with like-minded individuals, or just have fun during the workout! **AGENDA** Thematic activities for this session * Triaging in Windows (sysinternals) * Step-by-step windbg * Guided walkthrough on selected real-life binary **⚠️ NOTE** Bring your own laptops (and laptop chargers) with pre-installed Windows VM. Please also download windbg ([Link to Guide](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/drivers/debugger/)) before the session. **VIRTUAL SHELLgyms in MARCH** Hosted on Discord, do approach KK or the Div0 Crew for access! * 7 Mar 2026, 1pm-3pm (SGT) * 21 Mar 2026, 1pm-3pm (SGT) * 28 Mar 2026, 1pm-3pm (SGT) **TRAINER** **KK "Jim" Tan — Founder, counterShell** As a mid-careerist convert to cybersecurity, **Jim** picked up his practical skills through getting OSCP certified and by participating in a variety of CTFs. In his career at CSIT, he performed a variety of red-teaming and vulnerability research roles and established the Cyber Training School at CSIT as the Lead Instructor. Besides the OSCP certification, Jim is also OSCE and OSEE certified, and has a Bachelor's degree in Social Science (Psychology). He now sees psychology as a field of study where you fuzz humans until they produce unexpected behaviour. **SPONSORS** * VENUE SPONSOR: [CyberSG TIG Collaboration Centre](https://www.linkedin.com/company/cybersg-tig-collaboration-centre) **IMPORTANT NOTICES** * Code of Conduct: [https://www.div0.sg/code-of-conduct](https://www.div0.sg/code-of-conduct) * Terms of Use & Disclaimer Notice: [https://www.div0.sg/terms-of-use-disclaimer-notice](https://www.div0.sg/terms-of-use-disclaimer-notice)

🗓️Midweek Power Workout ⏳60-minute session 🎟️ New Participant Benefit 💪🏻Resistance Training with Certified Instructor Event Details 🗓️ Every Saturday 🕥 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM 📍 Aperia Mall, Level 3, Open Plaza Elevate your fitness journey with our professionally guided resistance training session, led by a certified instructor. This structured and progressive workout is designed to safely challenge your muscles beyond their usual limits—helping you build strength, enhance endurance, and improve overall physical performance. Whether you are new to strength training or looking to refine your routine, this session provides expert guidance in a supportive and motivating environment. 🎟️ New Participant Benefit First-time attendees receive a complimentary body composition analysis to establish a fitness baseline and support personalized goal-setting. Why Join Us? Build muscular strength and endurance Improve bone density and joint stability Boost metabolism and energy levels Enhance balance and coordination Support cardiovascular health Complement the management of chronic conditions such as diabetes Our goal is to help you develop sustainable strength, improve muscle tone, and achieve better overall fitness—one session at a time. What to Bring: Yoga mat Towel Water bottle Take the first step toward a stronger, healthier you. We look forward to welcoming you this Saturday. Disclaimer: Participants are encouraged to consult a healthcare professional before starting any new exercise program, especially if they have existing medical conditions or injuries. By attending, participants acknowledge that they are voluntarily engaging in physical activity and assume responsibility for their own health and safety. The organiser and instructor shall not be held liable for any injury or medical condition arising from participation.

**For ages 7 and above. Children aged 5 to 7 require parental assistance.** Want to test your skill at the sport? Be the Willliam Tell or Robin Hood? Absolute Archery (Singapore) was inaugurated in 2020, aiming to provide training venue, competitive coaching, fun shoot events and a place for the community bring people together to advocate and support each other in pursuing the sports. Our head coach, Colin, has been active in the sports since late 90s till date. Being a competitive archer, he was with the National Team and had accumulated experiences which he could share with the archers and students. **Past Experiences** * National Team (Compound) 2000 - 2002 * National Junior Development Team Coach (Compound) 2013 - 2015 * Community Club Compound Coach 2013 - 2018 * National Team (Compound) 2018 - 2020 * Tampines Meridian Junior College Archery Coach 2018 - now ### **Address** 9 Ah Hood Rd, East Asia Institute of Management ### **Schedule** Sundays 1PM - 2PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

**For ages 13 and above.** We recommend a comfortable t-shirt and track pants or long pants. Please ensure your attire does not have sharp edges as these might cause unintended injuries to others and yourself. We also recommend you to wear clothes that you can afford to get ruined as there are many contact drills where they could get pulled or warped. We do not have shower facilities at the gym although there is a changing room and toilet at both locations. You can bring a set of spare clothes to change into after class with a towel or wet tissue to clean yourself if you wish. Bottled water is available for purchase at both locations, but you can also bring your own plain water. Food and drinks are not permitted in the venues. ### **Address** Lor 23 Geylang, #03-05 37, Singapore 388371 ### **Schedule** Saturdays 10AM - 11AM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

**For ages 13 and above.** Systema is a Russian Martial Art founded by the late Colonel Mikhail Ryabko and Vladimir Vasiliev. Systema was designed to develop individuals in a combative style which upholds the intrinsic value of all human life. This is why it is non-destructive – even of one’s enemies. Through the use of simple exercises, breathing techniques and massage work, Systema helps you to build a strong mind and body. Here is what you can expect: **Warm ups** Class begins with warming up each of the systems of the body – from the breathing, muscular and nervous system, each component needs to be properly engaged. **Thematic studies** Fetching from a huge pool of drills and sometimes even crafting specialized ones, our instructors format a logical progression of the concept being shared. Depending on the ability of the class, the drills are modified to be at the optimal level for learning, with suitable modifications given to students based on their individual performance. **Application of concepts** After the thematic studies, some time is given for the students to apply the training – the intensity is decided upon by the students under the supervision of the instructor. At times, the instructor will request for the students to push themselves, while at other times they are there to taper in the sparring to a productive level. **Cool downs** The cooldowns are usually done in a way both the help the class recover from the higher intensity application section as well as to revisit the concepts again in a calmer manner. This helps to ensure everyone is reminded of the key points. Sometimes we do a little massage. **Training circles** At the end of every training session, we circle up to share a few words about the training. This tradition was handed to us from our founders and is an integral part of our training. ### **Address** Lor 23 Geylang, #03-05 37, Singapore 388371 ### **Schedule** Saturdays 10AM - 12PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

**Own the Airwaves**: Build Your Private LoRa Mesh Network The future of communication is decentralized, and it’s in your hands. In this hands-on Singapore-based tech workshop, you will assemble and configure your own Heltec V3 LoRa board running **Meshtastic**, a secure, encrypted, off-grid mesh communication system designed for private, long-range messaging without relying on mobile data or Wi-Fi. Create your own controlled mesh network where you decide who joins, who connects, and who has access to your conversations. **Full privacy. Zero compromise.** Perfect for: • Private family messaging while shopping in Johor Bahru • Coordinating carpool and road trip adventures • Tactical team communication for **Nerf** or **Gel Blaster milsim games** • Learning real-world LoRa and decentralized networking skills No telecom disruption. No infrastructure dependency. Just resilient, peer-to-peer communication built by you. **Seats are limited.** Build the future. Reserve your frequency today.

This month, we are in-person at GameArena!!! We will also be joined by students and their games from [Shawnee State](https://www.shawnee.edu/game-design-programs)! \-\-\- Join us for our our monthly COGG Prototype and Play event @GameArena! Come to play and showcase your games. We're back in the upper levels of the catwalk mezzanine area. It'll be packed with lots of camaraderie playing your game(s) and other's games on the 2nd floor as well as the 1st floor in the gaming room below the mezzanine. Light snacks and water provided but you can buy food and drinks at the bar (alcoholic drink ID required). [https://www.game-arena.co/menu](https://www.game-arena.co/menu) **Attendees:** Don't have a game to show? Not a problem! All are welcomed and invited from all ages and backgrounds. The more we can have to play test our games the better! **Developers:** Do you have a game that you would like to get critical feedback on? Would you like an excuse to work on a game with other talented artists, programmers, musicians, designers, and writers? Digital, table-top, non-experienced developers, and the like are welcomed! We'll provide signage for your game to help others learn more about your work. Wifi, outlets, tables, and seats (though standing tables also) are available. Come to the Prototype and Play workshop to collaborate and meet local game developers for an evening of epic and raw game play fun! Play works-in-progress, show off your own game, work with others to add polish to a game, or even lend your talents to other fellow developers. Can use South Garage at the Gateway with a $5 voucher on your way out. 75 E 11th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9) If you have any questions or comments, as always, feel free to reach out to us at [info@thecogg.com!](http://info@thecogg.com!/)

Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way. In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents. In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding. What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025 Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows. **Speakers Bio:** Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale. [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/) Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry. Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation. https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/) **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

**Web Design Decoded: Tools, Practices, and Proven Processes:** **Semantic HTML** At WebDev Columbus, we are exploring some of the most important topics of professional high-end web design and page building. Primarily focused on site building in the WordPress environment, our group explores tools, tips, and techniques for building the best WordPress sites possible. Additionally, we focus on disciplines and technologies that take website design from visually appealing to optimized spaces for delivering you and/or your client's message effectively and with a nod towards extended reach. Each session combines practical demonstrations with real-world insights, giving you actionable knowledge you can apply immediately. Whether you're a seasoned developer looking to enhance your design skills or a newcomer wanting to understand design best practices, this series offers valuable insights for every skill level. **What to expect:** * Hands-on demonstrations of popular design tools * Best practices for design-to-development workflows * Tips for creating responsive, accessible designs * Real-world problem-solving scenarios * Interactive Q&A sessions * Networking opportunities with fellow developers **Each meetup features:** 60 minutes of focused presentation 30 minutes of live demonstrations 30 minutes for questions and discussion **See you there!** Our casual, collaborative environment encourages learning from both presenters and fellow attendees. Bring your questions, share your experiences, and connect with Central Ohio's web development community! **Stay tuned for specific session topics and dates.**

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 **Abstract** TBD **YouTube Link** TBA

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

**Men of Unity** is a safe, welcoming space for men to connect, share, and grow together. In this circle, we explore what it means to live with purpose, integrity, and spiritual awareness in today’s world. Through open dialogue, reflection, and mutual support, we learn to balance strength with compassion, confidence with humility, and action with mindfulness. Whether you’re seeking deeper spiritual connection, personal clarity, or simply a supportive brotherhood, this group invites you to bring your authentic self and grow in community. Each gathering may include: * Open discussion on real-life challenges and victories * Guided reflection, prayer, or meditation * Encouragement for living from truth, not fear * Tools for emotional and spiritual growth No preaching. No pressure. Just real men, real conversations, and real transformation.

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!