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Improv Tuesday with Vero group B
Enrolment:[ https://www.iicv.at/improv-tuesday](https://www.iicv.at/improv-tuesday)
Bi-weekly improv class
Build on core improv fundamentals—listening, agreement, character, and relationships—while exploring scene work and group dynamics.
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**Code of Conduct**: We are a Vienna-based international community seeking to explore, play, practice, and perform improvised arts in a group setting. In treating this space with integrity and professionalism, we are committed to facilitating a harassment-free space for all persons regardless of cultural background, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race, etc.
Therefore, the IICV will not tolerate any inappropriate behaviour as per our [Code Of Conduct](https://www.iicv.at/code-of-conduct). Repeated violations of our guidelines can and will result in warnings, removal from sessions, or cancelation of membership.
The **International Improv Community in Vienna** IICV e.V. ZVR Nr:1236421179
Launch Night: Cybersecurity & Compliance for SMEs and Startups
**SME Security & Compliance Guild: Launch Event**
**Secure early, scale smoothly**
Join us for the first public event of the **SME Security & Compliance Guild**, a free after-work meetup in Vienna for startups and SMEs that want to strengthen cybersecurity, improve resilience, and approach compliance in a practical way.
Over the past year, we have hosted similar sessions in smaller, closed circles. Since the response has been so positive, we are now opening the format to a wider community.
We will meet at the **OSM Solutions office in Vienna** for an evening of expert insights, discussion, and networking. Expect **free drinks, some food, two practical talks, and open exchange** with people who care about building stronger, more resilient companies.
This event is for founders, leaders, operators, IT professionals, and anyone in startups or SMEs who wants to better understand security, pentesting, governance, certifications, and regulatory requirements such as **ISO 27001, DORA, PCI DSS, and NIS2**.
## Agenda
### Talk 1
**Pentesting for SMEs: When to Do It, What to Expect, What to Avoid**
Pentesting is often misunderstood. Some companies think it is only relevant for large enterprises, while others pay for low-value testing without knowing what good looks like. This session will explain when pentesting makes sense for SMEs, how professional pentests actually work, and how to get real value without wasting budget.
We will cover:
* the difference between automated scanning and a real pentest
* when a pentest makes sense, and when it does not
* what a professional pentest process actually looks like: scoping, rules of engagement, testing, reporting, and retesting
* common findings in smaller companies
* how to get value from a pentest without wasting budget
* how pentests support customer trust, audits, certifications, and enterprise sales
### Talk 2
**Start Early, Scale Smarter: GRC for Startups and SMEs**
Governance, risk, and compliance are often treated as something to deal with later. In reality, waiting too long usually makes things slower, harder, and more expensive. This session looks at why early GRC work is a strategic advantage for startups and SMEs, and how to start in a lean and practical way.
We will cover:
* why GRC is not just for large enterprises
* what happens when companies delay structure until a customer, investor, or regulator forces it
* how early work on policies, controls, responsibilities, and documentation reduces future pain
* how GRC supports certifications and frameworks like ISO 27001, DORA, PCI DSS, and NIS2
* how basic governance decisions early on save time and money later
* common mistakes such as spreadsheet chaos, unclear ownership, retrofitting controls, and audit panic
* how SMEs can start lean without building a huge compliance machine
After the talks, we will open the floor for **questions, discussion, and socialising**.
Whether you are just starting your journey or already dealing with growing customer, regulatory, or certification requirements, this meetup is designed to offer **practical insight, real-world experience, and useful connections**.
We look forward to welcoming you at **OSM Solutions in Vienna**.
Improv Foundation Class
**All Info and enrolment: [https://www.iicv.at/improvclass](https://www.iicv.at/improvclass)**
4-weeks to discover improv!
Curious about improvisation and not sure where to start? This beginner-friendly course is designed to give you all the essential tools to step on stage with confidence, creativity, and a sense of play.
In a supportive and relaxed environment, you’ll explore the grounding principles of improv through hands-on exercises and guided practice. We’ll break everything down step by step, so you can build skills at your own pace while having fun along the way.
Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to:
* Make and offer ideas clearly
* Accept and build on uncertainty
* Take your first confident steps on stage
Whether you're looking to boost your creativity, improve communication, or simply try something new, this class is a great place to begin your improv journey.
No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and willingness to play!
Walk & Talk Wien
**Walk & Talk**
Willst du auch mehr Bewegung in dein Leben bringen? Und dich dabei noch gut unterhalten, so dass die Zeit verfliegt?
Dann bist du hier genau richtig, denn mir geht es genauso. Alleine ist langweilig und die Zeit vergeht nicht, daher hab ich mir Walk & Talk überlegt. Inspiriert wurde ich durch die Walk & Talk Gruppe in Hamburg, wo ich mehrere Male dabei war als ich in Hamburg lebte. Unterschiedliche Menschen treffen sich einmal in der Woche für einen flotten Spaziergang und unterhalten sich dabei. Ich liebe es neue Menschen kennenzulernen und auch bekannte Gesichter wiederzusehen, dann geh ich ganz nebenbei und das macht auch noch Spaß.😊
**Walk:**
Wir brauchen einfach regelmäßige Bewegung und ich weiß selbst, wie schwierig es ist, diese in den Alltag zu integrieren. Deshalb ist dieser Walk genau richtig. Nach diesem Spaziergang fühlst du dich einfach wohl, fit und entspannt.
**Talk:**
Das Reden kommt ganz von selbst beim Gehen. Du kannst über alles reden, egal, ob privates oder berufliches, alles was sich ergibt ist willkommen. Und wenn du keinen Bock aufs Reden hast, dann gehst du alleine, auch das ist völlig in Ordnung.
**Wie das ganze abläuft:**
* Die Teilnahme ist völlig kostenlos.
* Wo: U4 Roßauer Lände ausnahmensweise! Oben direkt bei der U4 Station bei der Brücke
* Wann: Wir treffen uns dienstags um 13 Uhr, egal, ob bei Regen, Sturm und Kälte oder bestem Sonnenschein – Walk & Talk findet nahezu JEDE Woche statt außer ich bin mal im Urlaub.
* Wir starten pünktlich und beginnen mit einer kurzen Vorstellungsrunde.
* Wie gehen am Donaukanal.
* Ca. 7 Kilometer sind wir unterwegs und unterhalten uns dabei mit interessanten Menschen. Dabei kannst du neue Bekanntschaften schließen, dich inspirieren lassen, von Projekten erzählen oder einfach nur smalltalken und die frische Luft genießen. Alles ist erlaubt.
* Nach ca. 1,75 Stunden sind wir wieder am Ausgangspunkt zurück.
* Bei einer Teilnahme von über 5 Personen gehen wir in Paaren und wechseln diese alle 10 Min. Wenn du aber lieber alleine gehst, ist das auch vollkommen in Ordnung.
* Für alle, die einfach mal etwas Neues ausprobieren wollen.
**Bist du bereit?**
Dann komm mit!
**Start bei U4 Roßauer Lände oben!**
Nochmal: um **PUNKT 13.00 Uhr dort sein**, denn **nach kurzen Vorstellungsrunde gehen wir gleich los. Sei pünktlich, denn die Gruppe wartet nicht.**
Du musst nichts vorbereiten oder dich gar anmelden, komm einfach vorbei. Ausreden gibt es nicht. Geh mit und freu dich auf eine tolle neue Erfahrung.
**Wer macht es?**
Ich bin Marie Meyer-Marktl und Ideengeberin, Host und Organisatorin von Walk & Talk. Ich unterstütze seit 2019 Menschen dabei Freude ins Arbeitsleben zu bekommen und bin Business und Life Coachin. „Strahle, wenn du an deine Arbeit denkst“, ist meine Vision für jedermann und jedefrau. Privat merkte ich, dass ich endlich wieder mehr Bewegung brauche – und das klappt am besten gemeinsam mit anderen Menschen. Sei dabei bei Walk & Talk und bring Bewegung in dein Leben.
**Do you speak English? Then welcome to Walk & Talk!**
This event is suited for all people who like to connect to other people and like to walk. The beauty of this regular event is that you are in the nature and you walk around 7 kilometers. In the meantime, if you feel for it, you talk, if not, you just walk. You do something for your health, get to know new people and you will feel much better.
It’s FREE, all you need to do is to show up this Tuesday at no later than 1 pm at the U4 Roßauer Lände above near the bridge.
UX Vienna Evening Meetup
UX Vienna Evening Meetups are on the 2nd tuesday of every month — 12 times a year. We’re excited to invite you to the next **UX Vienna Evening Meetup** – an evening of inspiring talks, interesting perspectives and community exchange.
We’re diving into two distinct sides of the industry:
the high-stakes world of healthcare and the messy, but hopefully rewarding journey of building your own tools.
**UX in Healthcare**
by **[Leandro Albino De Oliveira](https://www.linkedin.com/in/leandro-oliveira-uxdesigner/)**, UX Chapter Lead at Roche
Leandro will be diving into the unique challenges and trends shaping the current landscape of UX within the healthcare sector.
**GoGoGolor – a bloody Vibecode project**
by **[Wieland Kloimstein](https://www.linkedin.com/in/wieland-kloimstein/)**, UX Designer, ImmoScout24
In 2014 I had an idea for a better color picker. Then it sat in a drawer for 10 years.
Two things changed that: OKLCH — a new perceptual color standard — and LLMs that could actually help build it.
A UX designer with no coding background ended up building something he had no business building.
**Location**
**[mySugr/Roche](https://www.mysugr.com/de/uber-uns)**
Trattnerhof 1/5.OG, 1010 Vienna, Austria
When you enter via the front door, take the elevator to the **5th floor**.
**Important note:** once inside the office space, please stay—if you leave early or arrive (very) late, there’s no way to ring the bell or be let back in. There is no reception or security desk.
**Don’t miss out on these insights.**
Secure your spot by clicking the join button.
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Collaboratively we document each UX Vienna Evening Meetup at [https://UXvienna.at/ongoing/](https://uxvienna.at/ongoing/)
Check out to see what kept us busy and what you might have missed so far.
UX Vienna announcements are available at [https://meetup.com/UXvienna](https://meetup.com/UXvienna).
In addition you can follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/103220346).
We are looking forward seeing you!
Body-doubling
Every Tuesday, 13:00 – 18:00
Looking for a little extra motivation to tackle your to-do list? Join us for our weekly Body Doubling event at Villa Vida!
What is Body Doubling?
Body doubling is a productivity technique where simply working alongside others helps you stay focused, accountable, and motivated. Whether you’re studying, working remotely, or just need a space to concentrate, being around others who are also focused can make a difference.
What to Expect:
A relaxed, supportive environment for getting things done
Quiet spaces for deep work and focus
Free WiFi throughout the cafe
Bring your laptop, notebooks, or anything else you need to stay on track. Drop in anytime from 13:00-18:00 – we’re here every Tuesday to keep you in good company and good spirits while you work. See you there! 
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Jeden Dienstag, 13:00 – 18:00
Brauchst du ein bisschen extra Motivation, um deine To-Do-Liste abzuarbeiten? Dann komm zu unserem wöchentlichen Body-Doubling-Event bei Villa Vida!
Was ist Body Doubling?
Body Doubling ist eine Produktivitätstechnik, bei der die Anwesenheit anderer dir hilft, fokussiert, motiviert und bei der Sache zu bleiben. Ob beim Lernen, Arbeiten im Homeoffice oder anderen Aufgaben – das Arbeiten neben Gleichgesinnten kann einen echten Unterschied machen.
Was dich erwartet:
Eine entspannte, unterstützende Atmosphäre zum konzentrierten Arbeiten
Ruhige Bereiche für tiefe Konzentration
Kostenloses WLAN im gesamten Café
Bringe deinen Laptop, deine Notizen oder alles andere mit, was du brauchst, um produktiv zu sein. Komm jederzeit zwischen 13:00 und 18:00 Uhr vorbei – wir sind jeden Dienstag hier, um dir Gesellschaft und positive Energie zu bieten. Bis bald! 
powerpoint karaoke' Know yourself
Are you interested in improving your presentation skills? Want to become more comfortable speaking in front of people? Do you feel the need to enhance your creativity and connect better with your audience? Here, you'll have the opportunity to practice your presentation skills in a fun and creative environment like never before!
This evening, you will have the opportunity to participate at an event called PowerPoint-Karaoke: presenting slides that you've never seen before. There will be random short presentations but also special group presentations created for this event. And if you want to challenge yourself even more then there is the option of grabbing some additional feelings from the challenge box 😊.
Even if this sounds daunting, we encourage you to embrace the challenge and experiment in a fun and safe environment where you're allowed to fail! You're also welcome to join regardless of whether you want to present or simply observe. Expect a pressure-free atmosphere that encourages everyone to at least try and tap into their talent, as it's bound to be an enjoyable experience filled with improvisation.
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We'll meet at **Quentin Kaffeebar** in Kaiserstraße 96. We'll be there from 7:00pm onwards and begin with the event at 7:15pm. You'll find us in the back where the beamer is. The event lasts around three hours with a 15-minute break in between.
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We are a group of people who organize monthly Social Adventures, everyone is free to join. This event will be held in English, please respect each other and speak English only. German events will be organized in the future as well.
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Fokus Gesundheit – Vortrag & Networking ⭐️ by EFS-Wienerberg
**💬 Fokus Gesundheit: Von Früherkennung bis Privatservice**
Du möchtest mehr über unser Gesundheitssystem und deine Möglichkeiten im Bereich Vorsorge und Diagnostik erfahren? Dann bist du bei diesem Event genau richtig. In diesem Vortrag bekommst du spannende Einblicke in radiologische Früherkennung sowie den Unterschied zwischen Kassenleistungen und Privatservice.
‼️ **Hard Facts**
🗓 Datum: 16.04.2026
🕖 Einlass: 19:00 Uhr
🕢 Start Vortrag: 19:30 Uhr
🍽 Im Anschluss: Essen, Getränke & Networking
📍 Wo: MyHive am Wienerberg, 16. Stock mit atemberaubendem Blick über ganz Wien
**⚠️ Bitte beachte:** Eine **Bestätigung deines Kommens ist zwingend notwendig**, damit wir das Catering planen können. Zur Anmeldung ist eine Mailadresse notwendig. Ihr bekommt einen QR-Code als "Ticket".
🎤 **Fachvortrag von Doz. Dr. Florian Prayer, PhD**
**Thema: Gesundheitssystem & Früherkennung**
* Radiologische Früherkennung – warum sie entscheidend ist
* Überblick über Kassenleistungen
* Unterschiede und Vorteile von Privatservices
* Praxisnahe Einblicke in das Gesundheitssystem
👥 **Für wen ist das Event geeignet?**
* Menschen, die praxisnahes Wissen aus erster Hand erhalten möchten
* Menschen, die sich für Gesundheit und Vorsorge interessieren
* Alle, die mehr über das Gesundheitssystem und ihre Möglichkeiten erfahren wollen
* Alle, die sich für Selbstständigkeit, Vermögensaufbau oder neue berufliche Perspektiven interessieren
💡 **Voraussetzungen:**
Keine Vorkenntnisse erforderlich, keine Verpflichtungen.
Komm vorbei, hör zu, stell Fragen und genieße einen inspirierenden Abend mit Ausblick und Networking
VATA's Weekly Portrait Event
(Deutsch unten.)
Sunday's portrait sessions start at 3 PM. Everyone is welcome to join our Open Sessions, just bring pencil, paper and any other utensils you may need. (Easels & Boards are available in the atelier). One pose will be maintained for the whole session, so that it is also possible to paint in watercolor, oil, etc. For the breaks we will offer some drinks and snacks.
Free snacks and non-alcoholic drinks are available.
Registration through this Meetup is suggested but not required. You can pay the 12 Euros fees in cash upon arrival. For more information, feel free to send email at info@viennaatelier.com
Looking forward to see you soon!
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Die Porträtsitzungen am Sonntag beginnen um 15 Uhr. Bringe Bleistift, Papier und andere Materialen selbst mit, Staffeleien & Bretter gibt es im Atelier. Die gleiche Pose wird, unterbrochen von kleinen Pausen, über den gesamten Zeitraum beibehalten, daher ist es auch gut möglich mit Aquarell, Öl, usw. zu malen.
Kostenlose Snacks und alkoholfreie Getränke stehen zur Verfügung.
Eine Anmeldung über dieses Meetup wird empfohlen, ist aber nicht erforderlich. Sie können die 12 Euro Gebühr beim Ankommen in bar bezahlen.
Für weitere Informationen senden Sie bitte eine E-Mail an info@viennaatelier.com
Backstage Social! By Improvisers for improvisers
**All info and registration: [https://www.iicv.at/community-event](https://www.iicv.at/community-event)**
Join us for a night of socialising with your favourite improv-people
Bring your own drinks and some snacks to share, and meet some old and new faces of the improv community in Vienna.
There may or may not be some improv games, depending on the mood, but the primary goal is just getting to know each other and networking in a chill environment :)
If you can no longer make it, please update your attendance so we know how many people to expect!
SQUER Brainfood Event: PO Club #2 – AI, now what?
**❗️ 👉 TO THE EVENT:** [PO Club #2 – AI, now what? powered by SQUER](https://www.meetup.com/product-owner-club/events/313604636/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link&utm_version=v2&member_id=357085385)**❗️**
In cooperation with the [Product Owner Club – Vienna](https://www.meetup.com/product-owner-club/) Community are hosting a meetup **at the SQUER Office Vienna**
**👉** Please register on the dedicated [PO Club #2 – AI, now what? powered by SQUER](https://www.meetup.com/product-owner-club/events/313604636/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link&utm_version=v2&member_id=357085385) Page to join us on April 16th at 6:00 PM
🥳 We are looking forward to seeing you there!
House Concert Revival: Fauré, Brahms & Grieg
> **A beautiful chamber music program for violin and piano! Let yourself get enchanted by works from Fauré, Brahms, and Grieg.**
You can pay cash at the door.
We would be happy to see many of you attend!
Please note: there is limited seating, so if you cannot make it, please be polite and cancel in time so someone else can take your place.
How to reach us:
U6 Josefstädter Straße
Lines 2, 46: Brunnenmarkt
PO Club #2 – AI, now what? powered by SQUER
**Our second Product Owner Club is coming up and this time we’re diving into one of the biggest shifts currently reshaping our roles as product people: AI.**
We’re excited to be **hosted by** **SQUER**
**📍 [Althanstraße 4/3/63, 1090 Wien](https://maps.app.goo.gl/zysnKBZEobcA2pHz5)**
**Thank you for helping the product community come together!**
**Agenda:**
🕕 18:00 — Doors open & welcome
🎤 18:30 — Session #1: Alexander Schwingenschrot
🎤 19:15 — Session #2: Maurizio Rinder & Julian Tandler
🍕 20:00 — Networking with drinks & pizza
**Session #1 by Alexander Schwingenschrot – Senior Consultant / AI-Manager @ adesso Austria GmbH**
**The Product Owner as an "Intellectual Tourist"? How Psychological Safety Rescues Our Critical Thinking from AI.**
You know the feeling: The backlog is overflowing, pressure is high, and suddenly GenAI generates your user stories, acceptance criteria, and market analyses in seconds. Sounds like a dream, right? The ticket is ready, let the sprint begin.
But what happens when we switch our thinking to "autopilot"? We risk becoming mere "middle managers of our own thoughts," outsourcing the hard work of critical thinking to an algorithm. AI makes us incredibly fast—but without true psychological safety within the team to challenge the machine (and each other), we degrade into mere rubber-stampers. That’s not just dangerous for the product; it fundamentally alters the core of what Product Ownership is all about.
In his talk, Alexander breaks down:
* why AI becomes an innovation killer without a culture that embraces failure (Automation Bias),
* what the "Intellectual Tourist" concept actually means for your daily Product Discovery, and
* how you as a PO can maintain "Meaningful Human Control" without sacrificing the speed of AI.
**Session #2 by Maurizio Rinder, Lead Product Engineer @ SQUER & Julian Tandler, Principal Consultant Product Management @ SQUER**
**What If the Answer to Every Feature Debate Was "Let's Find Out This Week"? A PM's Guide to AI in 2026**
You know the drill: Three stakeholders, three opinions, no data. Everyone argues about what to build next, and two months later only a handful of people used the feature. But what if "let's just find out" was a real answer? When AI makes building cheap, you can stop debating and start testing. That's not just a new tool in your PM toolkit, it's a structural shift in what the role is about.
In his talk,
* Julian breaks down what's actually changing, and goes hands-on with real examples,
* Before Maurizio makes the case why this redefines what it means to be a developer, too.
**Like last time, the sessions will be hands-on and interactive. There will be space to discuss, challenge, and exchange with fellow colleagues.**
We’re looking forward to seeing familiar faces and welcoming new ones to the community.
**Connect**... get to learn peers from different industries.
**Learn**... how other Product Leaders deal with different situations.
**Profit**... from shared experiences and thrive even more in your role.
**Please be fair and only click “attend” on Meetup if you’re truly planning to join, so we can plan foods and drinks accordingly.** Last time we had a **show-rate of 92%**, let's keep this up 😃
**Best regards, Alex & Miriam**
Vue.js Vienna Meetup
We are back with another in-person Vue.js meetup. Get together with other Vue.js fans (beginners and curious people are also welcome) listen to talks, and socialize.
Vue.js is a front end JavaScript framework. Learn about Vue.js here: https://vuejs.org/
We usually start with a short introduction followed by some interesting talks. Afterwards it's all about mingling with others and engaging in great discussions.
**Talks**
1. **Vue without VDom** by Martin Szalay
2. **Meet Drupal CMS 2.0 - A Powerful Backend for Vue** by Wolfgang Ziegler
If you want to hold a talk feel free to reach out!
We always have slots for lightning talks, as long as you keep them under 5 mins. Just bring your presentation and approach at the venue.
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Dynatrace Austria GmbH
THE ICON VIENNA
Tower 24 - 22nd Floor
Wiedner Gürtel 13, 1100 Vienna
When you arrive in the ICON tower, walk straight to the info point and ask for a visitor’s card for Dynatrace (22nd floor). They will explain your way to tower 24.
Walk through the 1st glass door. At the 2nd glass door, you will need your visitor’s card (left side) and hold it against the card reader to open.
At the turnstiles, hold your visitor card against the card reader, walk through and look at the screen on your slide (while entering).
The screen will display a letter (A-D) about which elevator you need to take.
At the elevator, entrance is a small display showing you the floor where it is going -> enter if you see the number 22.
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🙏 Dynatrace
Dynatrace definitely is one of Austria’s big success stories in recent history. Founded in 2005 in Linz, we're now one of the fastest-growing SaaS companies on the planet.
Dynatrace is the market leader in software intelligence, that is: We provide full-stack insights into user sessions, applications' runtimes, and infrastructure.
And guess what? We're looking for JavaScript developers: [https://careers.dynatrace.com/jobs/?country=Austria&category=Engineering&](https://careers.dynatrace.com/jobs/?country=Austria&category=Engineering&)
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Don't forget to RSVP!
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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)
Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/55umjqta)
Operating Data Pipelines at Scale: Lessons from a Metadata-Driven Architecture
We will cover metadata-driven approach to building and operating data pipelines at scale on AWS. Discuss architecture, design trade-offs, and lessons learned from running a unified pipeline across multiple customers using configuration-driven workflows.
This is a cross posting, please register on the AWS Columbus Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/columbus-aws-amazon-web-services-meetup/events/313426350/[https://www.meetup.com/columbus-aws-amazon-web-services-meetup/events/313426350/](https://www.meetup.com/columbus-aws-amazon-web-services-meetup/events/313426350/)
**Presenter: Dilshad Nasirov**
Seasoned Software Architect and cloud practitioner with 20+ years of experience building scalable systems and data platforms. Specializes in AWS, with deep expertise in data lakes, serverless architectures, and real-time data processing. Has led the design and delivery of enterprise-grade solutions across industries, helping organizations improve performance, reduce costs, and unlock data-driven insights.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dilshad-nasirov-4538431/
**CALL FOR SPEAKERS**
Learn more: https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/
**THANK YOU** *Leading EDJE* for hosting our meetup!
Leading EDJE specializes in helping organizations innovate and solve complex problems. EDJE does this with their "A" player team of professionals using agile methodologies and SCRUM management techniques to give organizations a competitive advantage that sets them apart. Learn more at https://www.leadingedje.com/
**THANK YOU** *Amazon Web Services* for sponsoring pizza! Learn more at https://aws.amazon.com/.
**DIRECTIONS**
6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300
Dublin, OH 43017
(3rd floor)
**FREE PARKING** at the Endres Garage across the street, 6540 Riverside Dr, Dublin, OH
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab for a future meetup?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com
Indianapolis Local Pros Speed Date with Matches
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- **Host:** Your personal guide through the evening – friendly, encouraging, and fun
- **Vibe:** Light-hearted, easy-going speed dates with open-minded Indianapolis singles
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- **Duration:** About 60–90 minutes of structured, fun conversations
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**How long are the conversations?**
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Soccer + Vida’s Plant Based Butcher ⚽️ 🌱 🥪 🔥
Soccer + vegan deli eats =
the perfect Saturday ⚽🌱🔥
We’re kicking things off with soccer (all levels welcome!) and then heading to Vida’s Plant-Based Butcher for some seriously good food—Vida’s Reubens, Philly cheesesteaks, Chipotle Cheddar Melt and classic deli sides.
Whether you’re playing, socializing, or just here for the food, this is a great way to meet like-minded people and enjoy the day!
Game → Food → Good vibes
📍 Soccer - Park of Roses
3923 N High St
Columbus, OH 43214
📍 Vida’s Plant Based Butcher
1724 Northwest Blvd Unit C
Columbus OH, 43212
Indianapolis Authentic Profile Speed Dating
💓 **Online Speed Dating Built for First Timers – Real Connections, Zero Pressure!**
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🤝 Tired of swiping with no results? Try real conversations instead! Online speed dating removes all the awkward parts of traditional dating. A friendly host guides you through each round, so all you have to do is show up and be yourself.
🎯 **Perfect for:**
- Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations
- First-time speed daters seeking a welcoming, easy experience
- First-timers who want to date without the pressure of face-to-face meetings
- Busy professionals who value their time and comfort
**How It Works**
1. **Sign Up** – Click the registration link for your age bracket above.
2. **Finish the Short Personality Assessment** – This helps us optimise your matches for the evening.
3. **Connect on Zoom** – No setup needed. Just click the link and you're in!
4. **Meet Your Matches** – Rotate through fun one-on-one rounds with Indianapolis singles who share your vibe.
5. **Discover Your Matches** – We'll notify you of any mutual interest after the event. The rest is up to you!
**Event Details**
- **Format:** Hosted live on Zoom – guided, fun, and stress-free
- **Location:** No venue needed – just a comfy seat and a good internet connection
- **Host:** Your personal guide through the evening – friendly, encouraging, and fun
- **Vibe:** Light-hearted, easy-going speed dates with open-minded Indianapolis singles
- **Accessibility:** Join from any device – laptop, tablet, or phone
- **Duration:** About 60–90 minutes of structured, fun conversations
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**How long are the conversations?**
Each round is a few minutes – long enough to feel a connection, short enough to keep things exciting!
**What happens after the event?**
We reveal mutual matches after the event. If you both liked each other, we help you connect!
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✨ The hardest part is clicking register. After that, we make everything easy. See you there! 💘 ✨
🌱✨ Vegan Night Out: Portia’s + Roller Skating 🛼
Get ready for a fun night with amazing food, great energy, and even better company! 🥰✨
🍽️ Portia’s Café — 6:30PM
🛼 Skate Zone 71 — 8:30PM
Come join us for delicious vegan food and/or roller skating — it’s totally up to you!
Whether you come for the food, the skating, or both… you’re in for a great time 💗
📍 Portia’s Café
4424 Indianola Ave
Columbus, OH 43214
📍 Skate Zone 71
4900 Evanswood Dr
Columbus, OH 43229





















