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๐ฅ #laiplayleow jio all Upcoming, Aspiring and Established Game Designers! ๐ฅ
**๐ค WHAT IS THIS AH? ๐ค**
* A initiative centred around **game design and the tabletop gaming industry** brought to you by #laiplayleow
* This tabletop initiative is held an office area at the Labrador Park / Alexandra area
* This is a non-ticketed initiative, **so do contribute with some F&B contributions!**
* **THERE MAY OR MAY NOT BE ANY TABLETOP GAMING as that is not the focus for this monthly initiative.**
**๐ฅ HOW MANY CAN COME LEH? ๐ฅ**
18 game designers
**๐ธ ADMISSION AND CONTRIBUTIONS ๐ธ**
1. If this is a ticketed initiative, please pay money first ah before joining us on a tabletop adventure.
2. If this is a non-ticketed initiative, bring some snacks and drinks lor as contributions.
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**Important: No refunds for sudden unavailability. In the event of cancellation, a full refund will be provided promptly.**
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* *We are candid. Like, very candid.*
* *We think we can behave well for the first 10 minutes.*
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***(All of the above information was last updated on January 14, 2024)***
Flamenco Technique & Choreo Group Class (Beginner)
### **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
### **Cancellation Policy**
Credits will be considered used if class is cancelled within 24 hours before the start of the lesson
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Founders' Mondays: Sustainable Growth from Day 1
**This week's session will focus on: Sustainable Growth from Day 1.**
โIn today's session, we will be working through a few topics with you:
* โPart 1: Jobs-to-be-done Framework
* โPart 2: What are your business' value drivers
* โPart 3: How to do customer interviews/role-playing
โThe Work Room will be facilitated by: [Hansel Tantohari](https://www.linkedin.com/in/hanseltantohari/?utm_source=luma)
โHansel is a commercial Strategist & Operator specialising in driving early GTM strategy and revenues in new/frontier markets.
โHe was previously lead venture builder at Wright Partners, and senior associate consultant at Bain & Company.
***Register [here!!](https://luma.com/w51hyuyn?utm_source=meetup)***
**Why weโre here?**
Give serious AI-native founders in Singapore an edge so they keep moving from *building* to *delivering.*
**Who itโs for?**
* Actively building *(pre-MVP, post-launch, late-stage)*
* Wantโs likeminded peers and structured problem-solving
* Interested in at-least weekly cadence
* Open to committing if the value is real
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## **How the day plays out?**
**10am โ Doors open**
As we say in Singapore, OTOT.
**12.30pm โ Lunch & Social**
BYOF. Meet your peers. Build real relationships over food.
**2:30pm โ The Work Room**
From founder topics that broaden your awareness, to real-time problem-solving. This is where you build your founder muscle and keep moving
**5pm โ โNext moveโ**
We roundup & wrap here.
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## **The Work Room**
We bring a veteran.
โYou come with something real: what youโve done, what changed, whatโs stuck.
โThis is *your* time to focus on being a founder, leader, business owner. Not just tech, not just AI, but running a business.
โIt could be: Pipelines. Product. Marketing.
Segments. Users. Traction. Flywheels.
Budgets. Teams. Funding. Pricing
Contracts. Taxes. Regulationโฆ
โBring a problem, leave with a decision/direction/solution thatโs yours. Follow-up next week.
**Weekly Founder Topic**
โ*20-30 mins, talk or learning*
Short session on a real founder topic, drawn from the room, or brought by someone whoโs lived through it.
โ**Founder Cases**
โ*2-3 cases, up to 45 mins each*
โFacilitated and collaborative problem-solving with your peers in the room.
-> Never skip a Monday <-
HIIT Bootcamp ๐ช๐๏ธโโ๏ธ for Charity
Join our 1 hour HIIT bootcamp session for a good cause! ๐ช๐
Monday @7:30pm
The Lawn@MarinaBay | Downtown MRT
๐ This month we are supporting www.aidah.org ๐
Fee: $10 (donation)
UEN: T17SS0099L or cash
โฉIs this class for you? Yes! All fitness levels are welcome and we will make sure you enjoy the hour with us! ๐ฅณ
What to bring: Water and Towel, optionally a Yoga mat
Please arrive 5 minutes early!
If you're unsure about anything just text us!โบ๏ธ
About us:
We are a group of fitness enthusiasts regularly supporting AIDHA, ECDC Nepal and Cambodian children's fund by running fitness classes.
COVID-19 safe measures: we want to make the bootcamp as safe as possible for everyone and work out by complying with the current valid covid -19 safe measures.
We ask you to fill out our waver the first time you join:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1up4iapcx14z82MIa0XtO5bq1BdQtQFJLDMc-Y94YT6M/edit
Tuesday Morning Outdoor Yoga (Beginners)@Botanic Gardens
Join me on Tuesday mornings for a hatha yoga class at Botanic Gardens to unwind, stretch, & breathe in the fresh air. Small class size.
Hi! I'm Karyn. I organise this small group Hatha Outdoor yoga class for beginners at Singapore Botanic Gardens.
Find me at [Lalang Life](https://www.lalanglife.sg/?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=listing&utm_campaign=meetupevent) IG [@lalanglifesg](https://www.instagram.com/lalanglifesg/) (a collective of yoga instructors for private yoga sessions at home/your preferred location).
**Small Group Outdoor Hatha Yoga Class at Singapore Botanic Gardens**
*Perfect for beginners who want to start their yoga journey in a* UNESCO World Heritage setting.
**What You'll Experience:**
This is an intimate outdoor hatha yoga class for *newcomers to yoga* and those seeking *a gentle introduction to mindful practice*. With class size **capped at just 4 participants**, you'll receive personalised attention while enjoying the tranquil environment of the Singapore Botanic Gardens.
**Who This Class Is For:**
* Complete beginners who have never tried yoga before
* Busy professionals looking for stress relief in nature
* Anyone intimidated by large studio classes who prefers small group settings
* Nature lovers who want to combine outdoor time with wellness practice
**What Each Session Includes:**
* Breathing exercises to ground yourself, centre your mind and be ready for the practice
* Gentle loosening and warm-up exercises that prepare your body safely for yoga poses (asanas)
* Beginner-friendly yoga asanas (poses) taught with clear, step-by-step guidance
* Relaxation and pranayama (breathing techniques) to end your practice
**Why Choose Outdoor Yoga at Singapore Botanic Gardens**
* Enhanced mental well-being: Studies show that being in green spaces reduces stress
* Fresh air & sunshine benefits: Outdoor practice improves oxygen flow and energy levels
* Small group: Maximum 4 participants ensures individual attention
Meetup collects payment in USD. If you will like to pay in SGD, sign up on [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) (SGD20) or DM for paynow payment. Payment to me made by 5pm the day before.
**Things to bring:**
* ***Yoga mat***
* A small towel
* Water
* Optional ground sheet/picnic mat or large garbage bag. We may practise on the grass. If you might be uncomfortable laying your yoga mat over the grass (which tends to be damp), do bring something to place under your mat.
* Insect repellent will be a good idea
**Location**
**Meeting point.** We'll meet at the open lawn where the **Bougainvilleas and Bamboo collection** is. Look out for my *yellow* bag.
* If you are coming from the **Botanic Gardens MRT Exit A** (circle line), (1) enter the gate then walk through Trellis Garden. (2) Take the middle path. (3) Turn right once exiting Trellis Garden. (4) Look out for the bamboo trees. Then walk on the stone path. (5) You should see the open lawn with bougainvilleas. (6) Look out for my Yellow bag.
* If driving, the nearest carpark is near Melati Gate.
Google map: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/PhHFbQAEFNB7j1pc6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/PhHFbQAEFNB7j1pc6)
**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 your registered email at least 45 minutes before the session. I appreciate your understanding on this. Your fee will be refunded if the class is cancelled due to rain.**
**Release and waiver of liability**
By your getting a ticket 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\.
**Photography/videography**
Photos and/or videos may be taken during the class. The photos/videos may be put up in the public domain for publicity purposes. If you do not wish to have your photo/video used, please inform me during the class.
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[Networking for Impact] Friday Footnotes
**Youโve built a careerโbut are you building something that truly matters?**
If youโve ever wondered whether your skills could be used for something more meaningful, youโre not alone.
Join us for a morning walk near Raffles Place for networking and knowledge sharing focused on meaningful work and venture building. Connect with like-minded professionals and founders, engage in meaningful conversations, and discover opportunities to contribute to a more sustainable future.
This meetup is the perfect platform to expand your network, exchange ideas, and learn the secrets behind venture building.
Letโs explore how your experience can help build a better futureโalongside others who are turning that same restlessness into real impact.
[Note: Please be on time as this is a walk!
We may grab a coffee after the walk, so please message me if you would like to join for that only!]
Singapore Hashicorp User Group 11th Meetup @Red Hat Singapore
Hey Hashicorpians,
Weโre excited to invite you to the Cloud Native and HUG Singapore May Meetup, a collaborative in-person event with the Singapore CNCG meetup, hosted at Red Hat Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
๐ **[RSVP now](https://konfhub.com/singapore-cncf-and-hug-28may26)** and join us in person!
This meetup brings together the cloud-native community to explore AI innovation and Kubernetes data security, share practical insights, and connect with fellow practitioners.
๐ **[RSVP now](https://konfhub.com/singapore-cncf-and-hug-28may26)** and join us in person!
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Date: Thursday, 28 May 2026
โฐ Time: 6:00 PM โ 9:00 PM (GMT+8)
๐ Venue: Red Hat Asia Pacific, 88 Market St, Level 46 CapitaSpring, Singapore 048948
๐ค Talks include:
1. **๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ต๐ช๐ค ๐๐ ๐ฐ๐ฏ ๐๐ถ๐ฃ๐ฆ๐ณ๐ฏ๐ฆ๐ต๐ฆ๐ด: ๐๐ฉ๐ฆ ๐๐ญ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฅ ๐๐ข๐ต๐ช๐ท๐ฆ ๐๐ข๐บ** by ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฒ๐๐ต ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐ฝ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฎ๐๐ต, Author of Kubernetes and Ansible books, ๐๐ฟ๐ฐ๐ต๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ ๐ฎ๐ ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐๐ฎ๐
2. **๐๐ฐ๐ญ๐ท๐ช๐ฏ๐จ ๐๐ถ๐ฃ๐ฆ๐๐ช๐ณ๐ต ๐๐ ๐ค๐ฉ๐ข๐ญ๐ญ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐จ๐ฆ๐ด** by ๐ง๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ธ ๐ฆ๐ถ๐ฎ๐ป๐ด ๐ช๐ผ๐ป๐ด - ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐ฎ๐น๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ฟ๐ฐ๐ต๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ for Kubernetes Data Protection at CloudCasa.
3. **๐๐ฆ๐ค๐ถ๐ณ๐ช๐ฏ๐จ ๐๐ข๐บ 2 ๐๐ฑ๐ฆ๐ณ๐ข๐ต๐ช๐ฐ๐ฏ๐ด ๐๐ด๐ช๐ฏ๐จ ๐๐ฆ๐ณ๐ณ๐ข๐ง๐ฐ๐ณ๐ฎ ๐ข๐ฏ๐ฅ ๐๐ข๐ถ๐ญ๐ต** by ๐ฅ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐๐ต ๐๐ฒ๐ด๐ฑ๐ฒ, ๐๐๐ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ๐ถ๐ผ๐ป & ๐ ๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ผ๐ณ๐ ๐ ๐ฉ๐ฃ
๐๏ธ Venue - Sponsored by ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐๐ฎ๐
๐ Networking, food & drinks - Sponsored By ๐๐น๐ผ๐๐ฑ๐๐ฎ๐๐ฎ ๐ฏ๐ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ฎ๐น๐ผ๐ด๐ถ๐ฐ
๐ Quiz, swag & vouchers - Sponsored By ๐๐ฎ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฝ, ๐ฎ๐ป ๐๐๐ ๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ป๐
2 Lucky winners will also get an opportunity to win Physical copy book of - **[๐ง๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ๐บ ๐๐๐๐ต๐ผ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ข๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ณ๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐ถ๐ป ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฒ](https://mattias.engineer/blog/2026/terraform-authoring-operations-professional/)**
Whether youโre a platform engineer, SRE, developer, or cloud architect, this is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with the **CNCF & HUG community.**
๐ **[RSVP now](https://konfhub.com/singapore-cncf-and-hug-28may26)** and join us in person!
Join Our Telegram Channel:
**[Singapore HUG Telegram Public Channel](https://t.me/+4TSTIb7Z31JkMTk1)**
**[CNCF Telegram Public channel](https://t.me/+7nwzcfCV03JjMzhl)**[ ](https://t.me/+7nwzcfCV03JjMzhl)
LinkedIn:
**[Singapore Hashicorp User Group](https://www.linkedin.com/company/singapore-hashicorp-user-group-hug/)**
**[Singapore Cloud Native Community Group - Official CNCF Community](https://www.linkedin.com/company/cloud-native-community-group-singapore-cncf/)**
See you there!
Singapore HUG Organizers.
Practical Philosophy Meetup - Singapore ๐ธ๐ฌ
๐๏ธ **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 โofficialโ philosophy knowledge required! ๐
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 ๐
๐ **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/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going.
When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, itโs 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 โofficial' 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 โjump-offโ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. Itโs 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 itโs 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.
**๐งงPRICING?**
Practical Philosophy Club is FREE to attend! We just ask that if we are meeting in a cafรฉ, 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!
๐ **WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY**
๐ฃ โI feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting whatโs right and wrongโ - Ekam
๐ฃ โI 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.โ - Daniel
**๐ค FAQ**
* โWhat will we talk about? What's the topic?
โThe 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 donโt see it, the topic and the jump-off points will be in our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t).
* Do I need to study or read anything to attend?
No preparation is necessary. This isnโt 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 weโll 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 donโt 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/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t) 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.** โจ
Practical Philosophy hosts weekly, in-person meetups in over 20 countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! ๐บ๏ธ
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Join our [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t) ๐
Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) ๐
Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) ๐
Fun Shoot (All Levels)
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**
Fridays 1030AM - 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.
Mid-week 7pm Writing #069 (City / Waterloo St)
Bring your writing toolkit, charged batteries (social and electronic) and a writing agenda two hours long!
Join fellow writers/journalists embarking on their journey towards Pulitzers and Hugos or maybe a print deadline!
We accept researchers and marketers clearing overtime too! :)
**We Write Together** is here to start building a writing community and get to know like-minded folk with stories to tell. Let's make new friends!
As this is a small group event with limited slots, please keep your RSVP up to date!
Foil Developmental Group Class (Adults & Teens, Intermediate)
**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.
Whatโs Really Keeping You Stuck: A Fireside Chat on Alignment & Self Worth
Why do smart, capable people keep finding themselves in the same cycles?
The same relationship patterns.
The same self-doubt.
The same fear around speaking up.
The same struggle with worth, visibility, and even money.
Often, it is not a lack of ability.
It is the unseen inner scripts running beneath the surface.
For our next Superhumans fireside chat on **26 May**, we are honoured to welcome **Amara Samata**, founder of the InnerGuidance Instituteโข and trusted guide to founders, Fortune 500 executives, and senior leaders, including teams connected to OpenAI and Sam Altman.
Amara is the creator of the InnerGuidance Methodโข, an original process that helps people uncover the hidden beliefs, emotional patterns, and disempowering stories that keep them stuck.
In this guided fireside conversation, we will explore:
* why you keep repeating the same challenges
* the hidden scripts around unworthiness and self-doubt
* why speaking your truth can feel difficult
* how your internal story shapes your relationship with value and money
* what true alignment actually looks like
This will not be a loose conversation.
It will be a guided experience designed to help you move from curiosity to clarity.
Perfect for you if:
* you know something in life needs to shift
* you feel stuck in repeating patterns
* you want deeper self-understanding
* you are ready to break old inner scripts
Bring a notebook.
Bring a friend.
Come ready for honest reflection.
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Ensuring Software Quality in the world of AI Developers - Matt Eland
**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
You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge.
**Abstract**
Like it or not, AI agents are now capable of turning a quickly written paragraph of requirements into a pull request that is ready to be integrated into real-world production applications and it's now our responsibility to make sure AI doesn't go rogue and take down prod - or corrupt our data by misunderstanding the requirements or our existing schemas. In this session we'll explore strategies to protect our codebases through unit and integration testing, documentation, and code review along with additional ways of providing context and guard rails to our AI agents as they carry out the work we've assigned them to do. By the time we're done, you'll have a firm grasp of the problem and understand some helpful options for protecting your codebase from vibe coding mishaps getting YOLOed into prod.
**YouTube Link**
TBD
You Exist Too Much by Zaina Arafat
[Columbus library link to book](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3351321)
Location: The Goat River South
219 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215
Street parking is free on Sundays
[Menu](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/686d3ed16745133042482c5f/t/68ff654dbb03b96875430bde/1761568077220/all_brunch-20250311.pdf)
Book summary:
On a hot day in Bethlehem, a twelve-year-old Palestinian-American girl is yelled at by a group of men outside the Church of the Nativity. She has exposed her legs in a biblical city, an act they deem forbidden, and their judgement will echo on through her adolescence. When our narrator finally admits to her mother that she is queer, her mother's response only intensifies a sense of shame: 'You exist too much,' she tells her daughter. Told in vignettes that flash between the U.S. and the Middle East--from New York to Jordan, Lebanon, and Palestine--Zaina Arafat's debut novel traces her protagonist's progress from blushing teen to sought-after DJ and aspiring writer.
Christians in Tech - Meetup #36 @ Improving
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 growthโboth 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)
American Sign Language Beginners Meetup Group
We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able!
Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!
Cocoaheads
Come out to Improving for our monthly iOS and Mac meetings.
This Month's Presentation:
Nothing yet. (You should volunteer).
What is Cocoaheads (http://cocoaheads.org/)?
CocoaHeads is a group devoted to discussion of Apple Computer's Cocoa Framework for programming on MacOS X and iOS (including the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch). During monthly meetings, members present on their projects and offer tutorials on various programming topics.
What is BuckeyeCocoa (http://buckeyecocoa.org/)?
BuckeyeCocoa is a group of Objective-C/Swift developers/enthusiasts. We host monthly Cocoaheads and near-weekly NSCoder meetings in Columbus, Ohio. The meetings are free to attend.
Presentations!
Presenters welcome! We are always in need of people willing to present material. Any Swift and/or Objective-C related topic is welcome. Times can be 5 minutes (i.e. lightning talks) to a maximum of 2 hours. Interested? Contact info is on the BuckeyeCocoa website.
To volunteer for a presentation contact us at @BuckeyeCocoa on Twitter.
Follow us on Twitter! @BuckeyeCocoa (https://twitter.com/#!/Buckeyecocoa/) For more information: http://buckeyecocoa.org/







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