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Data Integration Events Today
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Sunday Reading @ Natl Library
Welcome! Gist below! :-)
Bring a book to the meet!
Buy a drink (and a bite if you're hungry).
Say hi to the folks.
Read!
We'll do a short round of intros and a short sharing at the end too. :)
Find the folks with books! In the event that the place is full, we'll find a back up nearby. :-)
This is a limited seats, small group event, so do try to update your RSVP early if your plans change! Thanks in advance!
Nearest MRT: Bugis (EW12/DT14)
Sunday Badminton (Low Intermediate and above) at SBH East Cost (Expo)
* Venue: Singapore Expo Carpark J, Singapore 486150
* SGD $16 (SBH increase price from 1 Jan 26
* I will contact you via WhatsApp to confirm your RSVP
* **\**IMPORTANT - Please note the skill level\****
* **Able to play strategically with lob, smash, clear, drop shot, netting, cover whole court, proper serving, and do double rotation.**
* Doubles or mixed doubles game
* RSL Supreme or equivalent shuttlecocks will be provided
* Prepayment is required to secure the slot
* Cancellation within 24 hrs before the event or no show is considered session attended. Unless a replacement of the same level is found. Hence, please withdraw promptly
* Payment via Paynow or PayLah is preferred
* For no show, you will be banned unless payment is made
* Those who do not respond to message will be removed to release the slots for others
Practical Philosophy Meetup - Singapore 🇸🇬
🏛️ **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! 🗺️
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Join our [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS) 👈
Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈
Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈
RESURRECTION SUNDAY WORSHIP
***Are you feeling aimless, lost, or carrying a heavy heart?***
This Resurrection Sunday, we invite you to a divine encounter of **Soul Revival**. If you are seeking healing, restoration, or a major breakthrough in your life, this is your moment.
Join us for a powerful Day of:
**Spirit-Led Worship:**
Enter into the tangible Presence of God where chains are broken.
**Life-Transforming Teaching:**
Hear from **Dr. Then Chee Min**, an experienced relationship counsellor and minister in deliverance. He will be sharing biblical keys to emotional and spiritual wholeness.
**Healing & Deliverance:**
Dedicated time to seek restoration for the broken-hearted and direction for the lost.
No matter what you've walked through, there is hope for a new beginning. Resurrection power isn't just history—it's for your story today.
It is not by chance that you have browse through here!
God is speaking and want you to know that He has not forgotten you!
Data Integration Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Bishan - Bidadari Park Walk
Meet: Bishan MRT \(NS17 \|\| CC15\) Exit A
When: Sunday 5th Apr 5 pm\*\*
\*\*This is a Rain or Shine event. Please take a good lunch or bring along some snacks if you feel hungry along the way. Our walks are usually between 8 - 12 km long. Just so you know, the weather may be hot but as the sun sets, the weather should be cooler.
Please be punctual. You are encouraged to be slightly early to avoid disappointments. There will be 5 minutes grace for attendance taking. Please remember that we cannot wait because this would be unfair to those already present.
Explore the newly opened Bidadari Park together! We will start our journey from Bishan and head towards Potong Pasir.
Situated at a focal point amidst four districts in the Bidadari estate — Woodleigh, Alkaff, Park Edge and Bartley Heights— the 13-hectare park occupies more than 10 per cent of the Bidadari estate’s land area.
The park's design drew inspiration from the Hundred Acre Wood inhabited by the characters from children's story "Winnie-the-Pooh", and encompasses a myriad of habitats from woodlands, grasslands to marshes.\*
\*Source: https://mothership.sg/2024/09/bidadari-park-open/
We will end at the newly opened Woodleigh Village Hawker Centre (https://www.woodleighhawker.com.sg/). There are many choices and good food to sample for every tastebud :-)
See you there! :-)
What to bring:
\- Shades
\- umbrellas
\- Water
\- Good walking shoes
\- Long pants preferred
\- Mosquito Repellent
This is a Rain or Shine event. Where there are thunderstorms, we will adjourn for coffee or early dinner. We will resume the walk once the rain subsides.
Event communication will be through the event chat. Please check the event chat on the day of the event so that you will be updated on any changes.
Please keep in mind that I may not respond to messages sent after the walk starts because I will be busy helping the attendees and leading the walk.
Please be sure to RSVP responsibly to help those who are on the waitlist get the chance to come for the walks.
Thank you for your kind understanding.
Disclaimer:
Your physical well-being is your responsibility. Exercise care while you walk. Please let me know when you feel unwell and need to drop out.
Walking comes with a risk of personal injury.
***By joining the walk, you accept responsibility for your safety and join the walk at your own risk. The organizer(s) will not be responsible or held liable for any accidents or injuries during or arising from the event.***
Virtual Skating Weekly Challenge!
Hi Everyone,
With Covid19 happening, there is still a limited participants for group events of up to 8 pax happening, so this just to keep the virtual skating together going.
The Challenge is to skate as much as you can during this pandemic each week. And see how we rank on leaderboard of Strava. The ranking is arranged by most distances skated each week.
Do join us through on Strava App below:
Leaderboard updates on a weekly basis and resets every week (Mon to Sun)
Join us at https://www.strava.com/clubs/freewheelers_sg
(Kindly note that with specifically the Strava app, it is unable to cater for Inline skating option, so you will have list your tracking via run or ride for your ranking to show up in leaderboard. And this is the main challenge majority of skaters will be using.)
Feel feel to contact Janice on Meetup if you need help with the apps to join us on these virtual skating challenges. You can also ask Janice for link to join a telegram group where impromptu small group skating events are frequently organized if you are looking for skating buddies.
Special Note:
Heard feedback from some Iphone users that trouble getting apps FOC. All these apps should be free. Please make sure you download the FREE VERSION. And please download the app, before you join via Challenge Links as the Challenge Links lead Iphone users to paid versions I think.
Android Phones should be automatic directed to free version.
IPHONE DOWNLOAD LINKS:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/strava-run-ride-swim/id426826309
Rise Up: Resurrection Sunday Musicians’ Call to Anointing
Date & Time: Sunday, April 5, 2026 5pm to 7pm
Venue: JLOJ REVIVAL HUB LLP
1 Irving Place #09-12 The Commerze@Irving S369546
This Resurrection Sunday, we aren't just celebrating an empty tomb—we are calling for a resurrection of the gifts within our music ministry. We believe that the highest level of musical skill is only a vessel; the true power comes from a healed inner being.
We are inviting all musicians—whether you are currently serving or have been waiting for the right moment to step forward—to "Rise Up" and experience a fresh oil of anointing.
Why Attend?
Healing for the Artist: Before we play for the congregation, we must be whole before God. This service focuses on laying down inner challenges at His feet to receive clarity and spiritual authority.
Experience how a "clear vessel" allows the Holy Spirit to flow through your instrument, turning music into a tool for deliverance and transformation.
We are actively seeking instrumentalists to join our team. Come see how your technical talent can be paired with a deep spiritual calling.
We stand on Psalm 33:3, committing to play skillfully with a heart that has been made new by the Resurrection.
Who Should Join?
If you have a heart for worship and a desire to see God use your musical talents for His glory, we want to meet you. Whether you play the keys, drums, guitar, or sing, there is a place for your gift to be restored and released.
How to Get Involved
Please join us for the service and stay for a brief Creative Interest Meeting after service.
We will discuss the vision for the upcoming season and how you can begin your journey with the worship team.
Games Sunday! #170 @Toa.Payoh.Central
***As we often have a Waitlist, please be considerate and amend your RSVP status if you have registered but subsequently cannot attend. We will be using Meetup* Organizer *app to track attendance and flag no-shows.***
***Thank you for your cooperation!***
Games Sunday! is organised by Game On! @Toa.Payoh.Central
PLAY GAMES! MAKE FRIENDS!
Date: 5 April 2026
Time: 3:30pm — 7:30pm
Venue: Seminar Room #05-05, Toa Payoh CENTRAL Community Club (opposite the road from Toa Payoh Public Library)
Fee: **$2.00** per person (**CASH only**, or use your unexpired FREE GS!R Pass if available)
Free for kids below 16 years old, and seniors 60 years and above. This fee goes to our Toa Payoh Central Community Club's Youth Network fund which we use to purchase / maintain our games and support our other social service projects.
Objective: Play Games! Make Friends! Players achieve these two to win!
Strategy: Go around smiling at people. Introduce yourself and ask for names, shake hands and laugh loudly. Be friendly, helpful, cheerful and a fun person to play with!
Games: Our Games Closet has a collection of board and card games which you can view the list here — [Game On! Games Collection](https://boardgamegeek.com/collection/user/gamestour2010). Of course you can bring your own games as well and everyone will be spoilt for choices!
IMPORTANT: Please help to set up when you come and help to pack up before you leave, including folding up all the tables, stacking the chairs and clearing the rubbish. Also, adhere to our Games Closet etiquette:
— Return browsed game to its respective shelf--if you are unsure of shelf location, check Shelf Code on Game On! sticker (see sample sticker below) found on every game box.
— File or stack game box properly within the shelf.
— Don't bring more than one game to your table.
— Return borrowed game that has been played to the Games Return Table. Before returning, check table surroundings for any fallen game component, report missing component so that replacement can be found, and pack components back in ziplock plastic bags accordingly, if provided.
***Thank you everyone! Be a good gamer!***
**About Game Sunday!...**
Games Sunday! is organised by Game On!, a sub-club of the Youth Network (YN) at Toa Payoh Central Community Club.
Games Sunday! is a regular calendar event happening on the first Sunday of every month. With a spacious venue, a newcomer-friendly atmosphere, and an ever-expanding library of board and card games, the meet-up is always well-attended and receives much love from first-timers and loyal regulars alike.
Visit and join our Facebook Group [Game On! (Toa Payoh Central Community Club)](https://www.facebook.com/groups/154963871278307/).
Game On! is one of two sub-clubs of Toa Payoh Central Community Club's Youth Network. The two sub-clubs are:
— Game On!
— Guitar Club
#ToaPayohCentralYouthNetwork #GameOn #GamesSunday
The Book of Fate by Parinoush Saniee
In April, we are timely compelled to read **The Book of Fate** by Parinoush Saniee.
* From Banned Book to International Bestseller
* Winner of the 2010 Boccaccio Prize for Best International Book
Spanning 50 years of Iranian history, from before the 1979 revolution, through the Islamic Republic and up to the present, *The Book of Fate* is a powerful story of friendship and passion, fear and hope - and a rare insider's view of Iranian society.
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A teenager in pre-revolutionary Tehran, Massoumeh is an ordinary girl, passionate about learning. On her way to school she meets a local man and falls in love - but when her family discover his letters they accuse her of bringing them into dishonour. She is badly beaten by her brother, and her parents hastily arrange a marriage to a man she's never met. Facing a life without love, and the prospect of no education, Massoumeh is distraught - but a female neighbour urges her to comply: 'We each have a destiny, and you can't fight yours.'
The years that follow Massoumeh's wedding prove transformative for Iran. Hamid, Massoumeh's husband, is a political dissident and a threat to the Shah's oppressive regime and when the secret service arrive to arrest him, it is the start of a terrifying period for Massoumeh. Her fate, so long dictated by family loyalty and tradition, is now tied to the changing fortunes of her country...
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“Written with passion and anger from the inside, it's a compelling account."
―Independent on Sunday
“Rarely can a novel have sustained such levels of emotion over so many gut-wrenching pages. It's a memorable and nuanced dissection of a patriarchal society."
―Guardian
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**📆Event Details**
* **Date & Time:** Sunday, April 5th, 3:00 PM
* **Venue:** Las Palmas rooftop bar
* **Note:** Please support the venue by ordering at least one drink.
📚**Club Guidelines**
* The book has been translated into 26 languages and was one of *World Literature Today’s* 75 Notable Translations of 2013. So feel free to read in the language of your choice; however, the discussion will be conducted in English.
* The link below is the book discussion questions.
[https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1NKVL1HZbPKNKc5BQE-HUcbiCtPqIkCu3N4csKreh5DU/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1NKVL1HZbPKNKc5BQE-HUcbiCtPqIkCu3N4csKreh5DU/edit?usp=sharing)
Please take a look at them before joining the event.
* Following the discussion, our next book will be chosen by group poll—come prepared to champion your pick. Each month, we explore a different genre. For the May discussion, please bring at least one **non-fiction** recommendation. If your suggestion wins the vote, your book takes center stage! Even if not, you’ll enjoy stepping beyond your usual horizons.
**❓FAQ**
* 1)"Do I have to finish reading the book to join the event?"
**YES.** We’re here to discuss the book! To ensure a rich and meaningful conversation for everyone, all participants are expected to read the book in full before attending.
* 2)"Can I just listen and not join the discussion?"
**NO.** We gather in person to **share** ideas. Your voice matters! Whether you agree, disagree, or interpret things differently, every perspective helps deepen our understanding of the book. There’s no right or wrong answer, and every opinion is equally cherished.
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Feel free to send me a message if you have any other questions.
See you in April, bookflies🦋!
Cat cafe with dinner buffet speed dating night 🌟first event at pet cafe
**🌟 Unexpectedly, there is still such an operation? You can actually eat Loklok buffet in the cat cafe! 🔥**
**Maxwell in Singapore is a must-see! Cat cafe + dinner, two hours full of happiness**
**Who can refuse? Do you want to play with the cat while realising the freedom of sting?**
**Those who like Loklok, gather! A K Zai played big this time and did self-service in the warm cat cafe atmosphere!**
**Not only can you take photos with the super beautiful white cat, but you can also eat it.**
**The point is that you can meet a lot of like-minded "Friendmakers" here, which is not only full, but also expands the social circle!**
**📍 Venue: The smith road A zai Lok Lok**
**🎟️ Ticket: $48 entry include 2hr buffet Lok Lok + stemboat bbq +cat cafe explore**
**( food price includes for buffet don’t include drink , causes don’t know everyone favor)**
**include free dessert 🍨ice cream !!**
**Loklok buffet + Mala buffet + free cat cafe**
**Friday-Sunday, 4pm onwards**
**Children below 12yo and height below 1.4M, 40% discount for the loklok buffet / Children below 4yo is free of charge**
**Every Lok Lok buffet order will get free admission for the cat cafe**
***Term and conditions for the free entry***
**-Same day Single entry**
**-subject to maximum capacity at between 12-15pax at one time in the interaction area**
**-cat cafe close at 10pm**
**Subject to the rule and regulations at the cat cafe**
**Include Soup base with BBQ Plate**
**Causes I want to protect the event quality attend so I hope everyone can make a payment before attend it , by paynow !**
**Join us for a fun, relaxed Horoscope + MBTI matchmaking night, where personality, stars, and real conversations come together ✨**
**🔔 Important Note**
**As the event is held in a bistro for 2 hours, each guest is required to order a minimum of 2 drinks to cover venue costs. Thank you for your support**
**🕒 Event Flow (Flexible & Chill)**
**You’re free to follow the schedule or simply enjoy casual chats if you prefer.**
**🧊 First 30 min – Self Introduction**
**Light and easy introductions. No pressure, just be yourself.**
**🍹 Next 30 min – Drinking Game**
**Fun ice-breaker games to loosen up and connect naturally.**
**💬 Next 30 min – Debate Game**
**Interesting discussions around: —Life**
**-Career**
**-Relationships**
**Share your thoughts, listen to different perspectives, and spark chemistry 💡**
**Sample topic :**
**Do you check your partner's phone?**
**Will you be the first to apologize during a silent treatment?**
**📸 Final 30 min – Photo Session**
**Take photos with:cat cafe 🍵**
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Data Integration Events Near You
Connect with your local Data Integration community
CBusData: The Fellowship of the Star Schema: Transforming OLTP Data for Power BI
The Fellowship of the Star Schema: Transforming OLTP Data for Power BI
One does not simply build reports on OLTP data. Join us on an epic journey from the depths of raw, normalized tables to the shining halls of a well-modeled star schema fit for Power BI greatness. We will demystify the differences between OLTP and OLAP, walk through star schema vs snowflake (and why Power BI has a clear favorite), and show you the compression differences between normalized and columnar storage that will make you never look at an OLTP model the same way again.
We will cover the different types of dimensions, when to use them, and how to handle Slowly Changing Dimensions without losing your mind. You will leave knowing exactly how to identify a bad model, how to convert OLTP data into a clean star schema, and how to forge relationships that rule them all.
Whether you are a data wizard, a curious hobbit, or somewhere in between, your models will never be the same.
Accidental Friends: How a DBA and an SRE worked together
The April Ohio North Database Training user group meeting will be held on **April 7th, 2026 at 5:00PM**. This will be a **HYBRID** event and we will be joined online by **Kayla Boor**.
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/meet/22562814501129?p=w1cSxeUXFTVeIpZiMw)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
**Accidental friends: How a DBA and an SRE worked together to optimize the system.**
This session is focused on how to communicate effectively between teams to improve alert fatigue, performance, and observability.
\*\*NEW SPEAKER
\*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.
Data & Analytics Wednesday - The Data-Driven Brand
**The Data-Driven Brand: Using Analytics to Shape Perception**
Can you use analytics to improve tacos? This being CBUSDAW, we think the answer is probably “yes”, but we’re not sure how to implement or test this theory.
For our April meetup we’ve got Sara Kear, CMO of Condado Tacos, to investigate this delicious question. Sara will explore how she blends quantitative data and qualitative customer feedback to shape brand positioning and drive business decisions. We all know that marketing and analytics go way beyond attribution. Sara will show how Condado uses customer insights to inform product and pricing strategy.
She’ll also highlight how Condado leverages customer feedback at scale to influence operational priorities, positioning marketing as the voice of the customer across the organization. In the last 12 years Condado has gone from one location in Columbus to 52 locations across 10 states, so we’re guessing there’s more to that growth than really good guac (though the guac probably helps).
Ultimately, this talk focuses on the intersection of art and science—using data to inform creativity and build a brand that resonates with customers in a measurable way.
**About Our Speaker**
Sara Kear is Chief Marketing Officer at Condado Tacos, where she oversees brand, restaurant design, menu and pricing strategy, off-premise including catering, and customer data strategy. Since joining in 2021, she has helped grow the brand from 19 to 52 locations while building a data-driven marketing organization focused on loyalty and customer insights. Condado has since been named to the Inc. 5000, recognized as Breakout Retailer by Chain Store Age, and consistently ranked among FastCasual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers.
Thanks to our 2026 sponsors:
[Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro)
More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)
IxDA Chat ‘n Pancakes
Pay attention! We’re delaying a week for those of you who may be on Spring break and/or celebrating the holiday. Ok, no pancakes, but waffles-a-plenty.
Join the local UX and Digital Design community for a casual monthly breakfast.
Look for us upstairs!
Prompt vs. Paintbrush
AI is changing how art is made. But when does it stop being your work and start being the machine’s?
This month we're going to be doing a panel with with digital image, music, and written word artists, talking about at what point, while using AI in the creation process, does the work become not the artist creation?
We encourage audience participation during this event that will be moderated by Chris Slee.
Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus.
Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services)
Global Azure - Columbus
The global Azure community is coming together again, and Columbus is officially on the map.
View the session lineup and speakers at [Global Azure Columbus 2026](https://coazure.github.io/cbus-global-azure-2026/)
On **Saturday, April 18, 2026**, the Azure Columbus Meetup, DevOps Meetup, and Code and Coffee Meetup are hosting our local edition of Global Azure 2026. This is a free, community-driven event packed with learning, networking, and all things Microsoft Azure.
Whether you’re building modern cloud-native apps, experimenting with AI agents, deploying containers, automating infrastructure, or just beginning your Azure journey, this event is for you!
**What to Expect**
* Engaging technical sessions
* Real-world Azure architecture & cloud-native patterns
* AI, agents, automation, and modern DevOps
* Food and drinks (because learning burns calories)
* Time to connect with fellow engineers, architects, and cloud enthusiasts
**Who Should Attend?**
* Software engineers (any language, any stack)
* Cloud architects
* DevOps engineers
* Data professionals
* AI explorers
* Platform builders
* Anyone who loves solving hard problems with great tools
If you build, deploy, automate, scale, monitor, or optimize in Azure, you’ll feel right at home.
**Why Global Azure?**
Global Azure is a worldwide community event where Azure user groups host learning sessions on the same day across the globe. It’s grassroots. It’s technical. It’s practical. And it’s powered by people who genuinely love sharing what they’ve learned.
And yes, it’s free to attend!
Columbus PHP: Monthly Meetup
Our monthly PHP meetup.
A virtual shindig courtesy of Zoom. Check back here for the details around 6:15 pm









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