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**🎯 DARTS DARTS DARTS** Aim steady, drink steadily. Miss the board, blame the beer. Hit the bullseye, act like you meant it. Welcome to the most serious darts tournament you’ll ever play badly. ⋯⋯⋯ Ostello Bello Milano Centrale - Via Lepetit 33, Milano 🎫 Posti limitati. - Ingresso gratuito tramite registrazione Ti ricordiamo che nel corso dell’evento potranno essere effettuate delle riprese di immagini fotografiche e audio-video con diritti di utilizzo ad uso esclusivo del locale. www.ostellobello.com https://www.instagram.com/ostellobello.milanocentrale/

Costruire sistemi moderni non significa solo scegliere le tecnologie giuste, ma avere il coraggio di ripensare architetture, processi e persino il nostro modo di lavorare. In questo quinto meetup dell’AWS Well-Architected User Group Italy esploreremo **due storie** molto diverse, ma unite da un filo comune: la **trasformazione**. Da un lato, l’evoluzione di un sistema complesso e maturo verso un’**architettura event-driven** capace di alimentare un social feed in tempo reale; dall’altro, sei mesi di sviluppo immersivo che raccontano come nuove **tecnologie possano cambiare** non solo il codice, ma anche **le persone** che lo scrivono. Al termine dei talk, **networking e aperitivo 🍕 offerto dallo User Group.** **TheFork Feed: costruire un social engine** Giovanni Laganà \- Fullstack Software Engineer II @ TheFork \| Author @ thelinkedinengineer\.com Ogni social network possiede un Feed, ma implementarne uno ‘from scratch’ su un’architettura matura con 20 anni di storico dati è una sfida ingegneristica complessa. Come si aggregano efficientemente attività distribuite su domini di business separati, gestendo al contempo il flusso di dati in tempo reale? In questo talk, Giovanni Laganà — Software Engineer in TheFork — analizzerà le decisioni architetturali critiche dietro il ‘TheFork Feed’ lanciato a luglio 2025. Esploreremo il passaggio da logiche sincrone a pattern Event-Driven e le strategie adottate per garantire performance e coerenza in un ecosistema a microservizi. **Sei mesi di sviluppo immersivo con Kiro : Coraggio, tecnologia e umanità** Massimo De Giorgio - Innovation Analyst @ Tabata Massimo De Giorgio e il suo team vivono da sei mesi un’esperienza completamente immersiva nello sviluppo con Kiro. In questo speech, Massimo condividerà il proprio percorso attraverso le diverse prospettive di imprenditore, project manager e sviluppatore, offrendo una visione concreta e multidimensionale dell’adozione di questa tecnologia. Sarà un’occasione per raccontare non solo i risultati nei processi di coding, ma anche la passione, le emozioni e i timori che accompagnano quello che Werner Vogels definisce un nuovo “Rinascimento”: una trasformazione tecnologica e umana che interpella chi ha avuto il coraggio di intraprendere un profondo cambiamento professionale e personale. **📍 Location** **TheFork – Palazzo dell’Informazione** Piazza Cavour, 5° piano – **Milano** **Da ricordare:** * 🎫 Porta la tua cartolina raccogli punti per il timbro! (Se non ce l'hai ancora, te ne diamo una nuova) * ✅ Registrazione obbligatoria (posti limitati) Ci vediamo in TheFork! 👋

**Are you ready for the Milano–Cortina Winter Olympics? We’re not.** **That’s why we’ve created our very own Ostello Bello "Olympic" Games: a glorious display of questionable athletic skills and high-level nonsense.** While the "other" guys are busy with the official **Milano-Cortina 2026** ceremonies, we’re bringing the real "action" to the streets of Milan. From February 6th, we aren't gathering to break world records; we’re gathering to break the laws of physics. This isn’t about the podium; it’s about the survival of the chillest. Get your "winter" gear ready, because we’re about to prove that being an elite athlete is 10% talent and 90% just showing up for the vibes. **The Incentive:** Every participant gets a **shot**. The "legends" who actually win take home an **Ostello Bello T-shirt or a Drink**. ## The Disciplines: Official "Technical" Standards Every day from **7 PM to 9 PM**, our "athletes" will face a rotating schedule of these elite winter disciplines: ### 1\. Air Hockey: The Wrist\-Flick Battle A high-speed duel where the only thing frozen is your gaze on the puck. * **The Goal:** Smash the plastic disc into the hole. * **Requirement:** Move your hand faster than your brain can process and celebrate every point like you’ve just secured a gold medal. ### 2\. Boxing\-Glove Beer Pong: The Clumsy Champion Challenge We took a classic and made it impossible by adding the "Yeti factor." * **The Twist:** You have to play wearing massive, padded boxing gloves. * **The Challenge:** Gripping a tiny ball with giant hands is the ultimate test of patience. Success here is statistically unlikely and basically a miracle. ### 3\. DIY Curling: The Professional Slide The most serious-looking sport in our program. We’ve replaced expensive stones with pots and ice with felt pads, but the tension is real. * **The Setup:** A "House" (target) taped on the floor and a "Hog Line" for the release. * **The Action:** Launch the pot while your teammates run alongside it with brooms, screaming *"Hurry! Hard!"* just like in the real tournaments. * **The Score:** Closest pot to the center wins. Clean floors are a bonus. ### BONUS DAY: The "Wildcard" Game The discipline is a mystery. Our local legends will choose the challenge. Expect the unexpected: and probably more shots. **AND REPEAT.** **See you at the starting line (the bar) on the 6th. May the chillest win.** ⋯⋯⋯ Ostello Bello Milano Duomo - Via Medici 4, Milano 🎫 Posti limitati. - Ingresso gratuito tramite registrazione Ti ricordiamo che nel corso dell’evento potranno essere effettuate delle riprese di immagini fotografiche e audio-video con diritti di utilizzo ad uso esclusivo del locale. www.ostellobello.com https://www.instagram.com/ostellobello.milanoduomo/

Due ore di puro divertimento e competizione: 4 partite di **padel** da mezz’ora ciascuna, in un **format dinamico e avvincente**. Ogni match conta: chi vince va nel campo dei più forti, chi perde va nel campo dei più scarsi. Ogni volta le coppie si scoppiano e vanno l'uno contro l'altro, mantenendo le posizioni (sx/dx) sempre fisse. Solo la coppia che trionferà nell’ultima partita del campo dei più forti potrà fregiarsi del titolo di **“Re della Settimana”** 👑. 💥 **In palio per la coppia vincitrice:** 💪 2 borsellini da polso Preparati a scalare la vetta… o a lottare per non retrocedere. Il Rodeo Padel non perdona, ma ti farà divertire come mai prima! Livello richiesto: **Playtomic 3.0 – 5.0.** Luogo: **Murat4all** \| Via Gioacchino Murat\, 29\, 20159 **Milano** MI Costo: **15€ a testa** per **due ore di padel** (potrai **pagare direttamente al centro sportivo** con carta o contanti; qui l'iscrizione è gratuita). Al momento dell’iscrizione all'evento, se è il tuo primo evento con QuellidelPadel, comunica il tuo numero di cellulare (solo l'organizzatore potrà vederlo e utilizzarlo per contattarti su **Whatsapp** **per la conferma**). Padel, risate, foto di gruppo e premi per i vincitori. Unica regola: **chi perde passa sotto la rete.** **Che fai, vieni?** **Termine iscrizioni: lunedì 16 febbraio**

#### Next step: schedule your first event. Scheduling an event will encourage more people to join your group. Schedule Change photo  # [Gruppo di biliardo pool/carambola amatoriale e mini-tornei](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/) [Milano, MI, Italy](https://www.meetup.com/find/it--mi--milano/) [1 members](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/members/) · Public group Share Manage groupSchedule event [About](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/?eventOrigin=your_groups) [Events](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/events/?eventOrigin=your_groups) [Members](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/members/?eventOrigin=your_groups) [Photos](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/photos/?eventOrigin=your_groups) [Discussions](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/discussions/?eventOrigin=your_groups) More ## What we’re about Buongiorno a tutti. Sono proprietario di un bar e dispongo di un tavolo da biliardo semi-professionale. Sto creando un gruppo WhatsApp di giocatori amatoriali di biliardo americano pool/carambola, per la maggior parte debuttanti. Cerco persone disposte a unirsi al gruppo per giocare e divertirsi nel tempo libero, il pomeriggio oppure la sera in ogni giorno. Per stimolare l'impegno di ogni giocatore, abbiamo pattuito che il vincitore di ogni "mini-torneo" organizzato nei vari giorni giochi gratis e non paghi la tariffa di tempo per il periodo di gioco (un'ora di gioco costa 10€, ma viene di volta in volta frazionata in base al periodo di gioco effettivo). Il locale si trova in zona nord di Milano, stazione Greco-Pirelli, università Bicocca. Chiunque dovesse essere davvero interessato a partecipare e unirsi al mio gruppo, non esiti a contattarmi. Cerco persone serie e disposte solamente a divertirsi, senza puntare mazzette grazie mille. Antonio

Ti piace leggere ma non sai con chi parlarne? Vuoi partecipare ad un bookclub ma non sei ancora riuscit*? Vuoi conoscere persone nuove con gli stessi interessi? Bookclub Proibito Afterdark fa per te!! La community di @bookclubproibito si incontra per due chiacchiere informali e scialle davanti ad un buon drink, questa volta senza libri! Il costo dell’aperitivo è di 14€ (drink + cibo) per partecipante 🧚‍♀️ Everyone welcome!! 🖤

**Unisciti a noi per dedicare una giornata a imparare e sperimentare con Zig!** Zig è un linguaggio di programmazione con una community in crescita. Ha una sintassi snella, performance incredibili ed è estremamente versatile. Se non lo conosci, questo evento è l’occasione ideale per iniziare a impararlo! Se invece già conosci Zig, potrai condividere il tuo progetto con altri e avrai la possibilità di aiutare altri programmatori a capire perché e come usare Zig. Non ci sono vincoli particolari per questa giornata: l’unico obiettivo è creare qualcosa di magico con Zig. **Agenda** 09:00 – 09:30 Accoglienza, introduzione informale e setup progetti 09:30 – 12:45 Sessioni Hands-On 12:45 – 14:15 Pausa pranzo 14:15 – 17:30 Sessioni Hands-On 17:30 - 18:00 Show & Tell **Attività extra** **Colazione @ Napoli Bakery** Il corpo principale dello Zig Day inizia alle 9:00. Per chi può e vuole arrivare a Seregno al massimo per le 8:10 (maggiori dettagli nella sezione "Come arrivare a Seregno"), potete unirvi a me da Napoli Bakery ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/PwLuW3pXqPhUa9xK7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/PwLuW3pXqPhUa9xK7)). I miei consigli: * Coda d'aragosta (crema chantilly) * Zeppola di San Giuseppe (crema pasticcera) * Cornetto ischitano (ripieno a piacere) Dopo colazione, raggiungeremo a piedi il luogo dell'evento. **Pranzo @ Pane e Olio + Gelato @ Albero dei Gelati** Seregno offre diverse alternative, ma il gruppo principale pranzerà da Pane e Olio ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/oWBU5XRsHffcBrb8A](https://maps.app.goo.gl/oWBU5XRsHffcBrb8A)). Dopo pranzo, se il tempo è bello e ne abbiamo voglia, possiamo fare due passi fino all'Albero dei Gelati ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/QmpGpzv34bp7joEv8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/QmpGpzv34bp7joEv8)) per un gelato, e poi tornare indietro. **Cena e oltre** Non ho ancora scelto un ristorante specifico, ma ovviamente possiamo cenare insieme. Dopo cena possiamo fare un salto all'Old Station Pub ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/Fdrb7kU5B8tfXTBP9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Fdrb7kU5B8tfXTBP9)) per un paio di birre. Un vantaggio dell'Old Station Pub è che si trova proprio accanto alla stazione ferroviaria: se avete intenzione di tornare in treno, potete restare fino alle 23:00 circa. Lo stesso vale per i parcheggi (vedi sezione successiva), entrambi i luoghi consigliati sono lì accanto. E se volete prendervela comoda e dormire a Seregno, anche il Biffi Hotel ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/vWeidrxkiKP342gSA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/vWeidrxkiKP342gSA)) si trova proprio vicino al pub. **Come arrivare a Seregno** Parcheggi consigliati: * [https://maps.app.goo.gl/ppiKJ4pvR2LJkoGH8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ppiKJ4pvR2LJkoGH8) (gratuito, all'aperto) * [https://maps.app.goo.gl/zFaSis5cU7PEMxgC6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/zFaSis5cU7PEMxgC6) (a pagamento, al coperto) ***Treni*** Se venite da Milano: * RegioExpress da Milano Centrale (consigliato, ogni ora al minuto :43, durata 25 min) * S11 da Porta Garibaldi (ogni ora ai minuti :08 e :38, durata 35 min) * S9 da Lambrate (ogni ora ai minuti :26 e :56, durata 35 min) Seregno si trova nella zona tariffaria Mi6 (Ring 6), quindi avrete bisogno di un biglietto che copra le zone 1-6. Se prendete il RE delle 7:43 da Centrale, sarete a Seregno perfettamente in tempo per la colazione da Napoli Bakery :^) Se avete domande sulla logistica, non esitate a contattarmi (@kristoff) sul gruppo Telegram Zig Italia ([https://t.me/ziglang_it](https://t.me/ziglang_it)) o via email (loris@zig.day).

Costruire una data platform in contesti enterprise è spesso una battaglia quotidiana. Dati duplicati, pipeline fragili e trasformazioni poco tracciabili. Processi di sviluppo sul dato difficili da testare, versionare e rilasciare in sicurezza. Cataloghi presenti ma scollegati dai flussi reali, governance dichiarata ma non operativa. Piattaforme che crescono nel tempo, aumentando complessità e perdita di controllo. Il paradigma Data Lakehouse open source promette ordine, scalabilità e flessibilità — ma come si traduce davvero in produzione, quando entrano in gioco: \- requisiti enterprise \- qualità del dato \- testing \- CI/CD \- governance reale \- responsabilità e ownership? 👉 Questo meetup nasce per rispondere a questa domanda, partendo da un caso d’uso reale, sviluppato e messo in produzione. **Agenda** * 18:30 – 18:45 **Benvenuto e Networking** * 18:45 – 19: 40 **Lakehouse Open Source in produzione: architettura, governance e developer experience in un caso reale** * 19:40 – 20:00 **Community Slot** (Proponi il tuo talk) * 20:00 – 20:30 **Q&A e Saluti** Registrati subito al meetup per ricevere tutti gli aggiornamenti sull'agenda. **Lakehouse Open Source in produzione: architettura, governance e developer experience in un caso reale** Il paradigma del data lakehouse open source rappresenta oggi una scelta strategica anche in contesti enterprise complessi. In questo meetup presenteremo uno use case reale, mostrando come sia possibile costruire una data platform moderna basata su tecnologie open source. Il talk si concentrerà sull’adozione di pratiche data-driven e developer-oriented, evidenziando il ruolo di **dbt** nel garantire replicabilità, qualità del dato, testing e integrazione con pipeline CI/CD. A completare il quadro, affronteremo i temi di data governance e data discovery attraverso **DataHub** e **OpenMetadata**, illustrando come un data catalog centralizzato abiliti tracciabilità, ownership e governance nel dato. Un percorso pratico per portare i data lakehouse open source verso una vera data platform moderna che possa rispondere a esigenze enterprise reali. **Lorenzo Pasco - Data Engineer @Seacom Società Benefit:** Laureato in Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering a Pisa, fin da giovane, ho alimentato la mia passione per l’informatica e i videogiochi, unendo la tecnologia alla mia vita quotidiana. Al di là del digitale, il mio cuore batte per lo sport, in particolare il calcio, e sperimento la creatività in cucina. **Se stai cercando di capire come rendere i Data Lakehouse davvero “enterprise-ready”, questo meetup è l’occasione per confrontarti su un’esperienza reale, fatta di architettura, codice, governance e persone.** Come sempre, ci sarà ampio spazio per il confronto, le domande e le discussioni aperte

**Are you ready for the Milano–Cortina Winter Olympics? We’re not.** **That’s why we’ve created our very own Ostello Bello "Olympic" Games: a glorious display of questionable athletic skills and high-level nonsense.** While the "other" guys are busy with the official **Milano-Cortina 2026** ceremonies, we’re bringing the real "action" to the streets of Milan. From February 6th, we aren't gathering to break world records; we’re gathering to break the laws of physics. This isn’t about the podium; it’s about the survival of the chillest. Get your "winter" gear ready, because we’re about to prove that being an elite athlete is 10% talent and 90% just showing up for the vibes. **The Incentive:** Every participant gets a **shot**. The "legends" who actually win take home an **Ostello Bello T-shirt or a Drink**. ## The Disciplines: Official "Technical" Standards Every day from **7 PM to 9 PM**, our "athletes" will face a rotating schedule of these elite winter disciplines: ### 1\. Air Hockey: The Wrist\-Flick Battle A high-speed duel where the only thing frozen is your gaze on the puck. * **The Goal:** Smash the plastic disc into the hole. * **Requirement:** Move your hand faster than your brain can process and celebrate every point like you’ve just secured a gold medal. ### 2\. Boxing\-Glove Beer Pong: The Clumsy Champion Challenge We took a classic and made it impossible by adding the "Yeti factor." * **The Twist:** You have to play wearing massive, padded boxing gloves. * **The Challenge:** Gripping a tiny ball with giant hands is the ultimate test of patience. Success here is statistically unlikely and basically a miracle. ### 3\. DIY Curling: The Professional Slide The most serious-looking sport in our program. We’ve replaced expensive stones with pots and ice with felt pads, but the tension is real. * **The Setup:** A "House" (target) taped on the floor and a "Hog Line" for the release. * **The Action:** Launch the pot while your teammates run alongside it with brooms, screaming *"Hurry! Hard!"* just like in the real tournaments. * **The Score:** Closest pot to the center wins. Clean floors are a bonus. ### BONUS DAY: The "Wildcard" Game The discipline is a mystery. Our local legends will choose the challenge. Expect the unexpected: and probably more shots. **AND REPEAT.** **See you at the starting line (the bar) on the 6th. May the chillest win.** ⋯⋯⋯ Ostello Bello Milano Duomo - Via Medici 4, Milano 🎫 Posti limitati. - Ingresso gratuito tramite registrazione Ti ricordiamo che nel corso dell’evento potranno essere effettuate delle riprese di immagini fotografiche e audio-video con diritti di utilizzo ad uso esclusivo del locale. www.ostellobello.com https://www.instagram.com/ostellobello.milanoduomo/

**Hello PyData People!** We are excited to announce our **second event of 2026**! This time, we will be hosted at **iliad Italia**'s headquarters in Milan for an evening dedicated to AI at scale—ranging from Foundation Models for credit risk to sovereign and open-source data architectures. 📅 **When:** Wednesday, February 18, 2026 📍 **Where:** iliad Italia, Viale Francesco Restelli, 1A, 20124 · Milano **⚠️ Important:** Spots are limited. Please keep your RSVP updated to allow others to participate if you can no longer attend. *** ## 🕒 Agenda * **18:30:** 🚪 Doors open & Check-in * **19:00:** 🎤 **Talk 1:** Open Source & Sovereign Architecture – Riccardo Lorenzon * **19:45:** 🎤 **Talk 2:** Klarna’s Foundation Model – Valeria Verzi, Sudhakar Periyasamy, Goran Dizdarevic * **20:30:** 🍕 **Networking & Aperitivo** offered by Iliad! *** ## 🎤 The Talks ## 1️⃣An Open Source and Sovereign Architecture for Data, ML and AI **Speaker:** Riccardo Lorenzon (Head of Data @ iliad Italia) Iliad Group invests billions in sovereign AI ecosystems, open-source tech, and low-carbon data centers to reduce reliance on non-European providers and bolster Europe's technological autonomy. True to Iliad Group's 'make-over-buy' culture of full control, iliad Italia is building a data architecture in a hybrid on-prem and Scaleway (Iliad Group cloud) setup, combining open-source tech and managed services. This powers data management, self-service analytics, and ML/AI use cases for our 12m+ user base and 1000+ employees. During this speech, we will guide you through the tech journeys we have built and are building. **About the Speaker:** Riccardo Lorenzon serves as Head of Data at iliad Italia, where he works on evolving the data function into a modern setup covering the full data value chain from sources to business decisions. He previously led data teams at Vedrai, an AI startup, and Whirlpool EMEA, handling projects in analytics, machine learning, and cloud platforms across areas like consumer service, supply chain, and sales. With a Master’s in Mathematical Engineering from Politecnico di Milano and studies at ETH Zürich, he combines a hands-on approach to delivery with a strong focus on strategic value for the business. *** ## 2️⃣ Building the Klarna Foundation Model: A Unified Transformer for Customer Behavior Modeling at Scale **Speaker:** Valeria Verzi (Principal Data Scientist @ Klarna), Sudhakar Periyasamy, Goran Dizdarevic In this session, we introduce Klarna’s Foundation Model (KFM): a lightweight Transformer trained on more than 130 million customer events to learn a unified representation of customer behavior. Rather than building separate, task-specific models, KFM operates as a common sequence-modeling backbone that encodes behavioral patterns across different touchpoints of a customer’s interaction history with Klarna. We will walk through the technical design of the system, including event tokenization, sequence construction, and Transformer architecture, as well as how the learned embeddings are exposed as a shared layer for multiple downstream use cases. Attendees will gain a concrete understanding of how foundation models can be applied to behavioral sequence data in fintech, and how a single model can serve as a reusable, extensible representation layer across heterogeneous modeling tasks. **About the Speaker:** Valeria Verzi is a Principal AI Scientist at Klarna, where she leads the development of next-generation models, from foundation models to advanced deep learning or agentic systems. She has nearly a decade of experience applying machine learning to high-stakes decisioning across fintech and insurance. Before her current role, Valeria served as Klarna’s Head of Data Science for Fraud Prevention. Prior to Klarna, she held senior data science roles at Generali and NTT Data. Valeria holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science Engineering from Politecnico di Milano. *** See you there! 🚀 *The PyData Milano Team*

**Vuoi migliorare la tua capacità di parlare in pubblico, ma non sai da dove iniziare?** Unisciti a noi per una serata energica e stimolante con **The Xplorers Toastmasters Club Milano**. Che tu sia un manager, uno studente o semplicemente una persona che vuole vincere la paura del public speaking, questa è la serata giusta per te. **📅 COSA ASPETTARSI:** I nostri incontri sono divisi in tre parti dinamiche: 1. **Discorsi Preparati:** I nostri soci presentano discorsi su vari argomenti per allenare le loro skill (Storytelling, body language, struttura). 2. **Improvvisazione (Table Topics):** La parte più divertente! Esercizi di 1-2 minuti per imparare a pensare velocemente. * *Nota:* Anche gli ospiti possono provare a buttarsi, ma **solo se lo desiderano**. Nessuno ti forzerà! 3. **Valutazioni:** Ogni speaker riceve un feedback costruttivo per capire cosa ha fatto bene e cosa può migliorare. **🎒 COSA PORTARE:** * Non serve portare nulla di specifico (penna e quaderno se vuoi prendere appunti). * Porta solo la tua curiosità e, se vuoi, un amico! **📍 COME TROVARCI:** Ci riuniamo presso **OiT** in **Via Nicola Antonio Porpora, 14** (Zona Loreto/Città Studi) ogni 1° e 3° mercoledì del mese. * Arriva verso le **19:00** per fare due chiacchiere e prendere posto. Iniziamo puntualissimi alle 19:15! **🎟️ COSTI:** L'ingresso per gli ospiti è **GRATUITO al 100%**. Ti aspettiamo per una serata di crescita e divertimento! A mercoledì! 👋

# *"Once in a while, the right people sit at the same table."* ​**QUARTET** is a small private morning gathering organised by Data Leaders. Please register at: [https://luma.com/84zbikxz](https://luma.com/84zbikxz) *** ​**The Session** ​The session takes place on **Thursday, 19 February 2026** in the heart of **Winter Olympics in Milan – Data Leaders - Edition Olympics**. ​Milano host the winter Olympics is a excellent backdrop to discuss the latest innovation in data and AI, at the center where the world's top athletes take on each others. *** ​**The Table** ​At the **QUARTET** table there will be one of each: ​**A Builder** \- An entrepreneur\, founder or independent operator\. ​**A Technologist** \- A deep tech\, data\, AI\, engineer\, developer\, scientist or architect\. ​**A Pragmatist** \- A person with common sense\, a generalist from a private or public organisation\, or an aspirational non\-technical profile\. ​**The Host.** *** ​**Protocol** ​Bring one topic or question that needs an answer. ​The purpose is a casual peer exchange across different viewpoints, without panels, presentations or performance. No stress. ​The gathering is free flow with no forced answers. Join the discussion or simply enjoy tasty pastries and coffee in a setting that reflects Olympics spirit, Milanese heritage. ​Typical discussion themes include: Is AI a bubble, where data ROI really comes from, latest innovation in data and AI, operating models, why everything still ends up in Excel, geopolitics impact on tech and AI and why the answer is 48. ​**Chatham House Rule** applies. No recordings. The conversation stays at the table. *** ​**Rules** ​• **Four people only** • **One table, one hour** • **No investors or VCs** • **Strictly no soliciting or shilling** • **Chatham House Rule** ​Coffee is not free but of excellent quality. Please order a coffee or drink to respect the venue. *** ​**Venue** ​**Marchesi 1824 – Milano** ​Marchesi has embodied Milanese style since 1824. Exceptional craftsmanship, elegant spaces and impeccable service have accompanied moments of conviviality shaped by artisanal taste and refined creativity. ​One of Milan’s oldest and most renowned patisseries, Marchesi 1824 is known for its heritage, precision and attention to detail. Traditional recipes are reinterpreted with a contemporary approach, reflecting a spirit of research and quiet excellence that aligns naturally with the Data Leaders ethos. ​Find Marchesi 1824 at (NOTE this is original cafe opened in 1824 located at Via Santa Maria): ​[https://share.google/TkSM8P4mELr9yeOcP](https://share.google/TkSM8P4mELr9yeOcP) *** ​**Registration** ​Please register with full details. Confirmation subject to availability. ​If plans change, update the RSVP so the seat can be released. *** ​**About Data Leaders** ​Data Leaders is a regional collective of data and AI professionals, connecting peers through initiatives such as **Data Leaders QUARTET**, **Data Tuesday** and **DAMA Singapore**. ​https://www.linkedin.com/company/data-ai-tuesday/

**(7:00 PM)** 🔹**Please fill in your details to confirm your attendance.** https://forms.gle/GmCTgY1SDqeHS6cG9 **Talk: The power of color in personal branding** How to build a memorable color identity Color is not an aesthetic choice. It's a strategic lever. Too often, a brand or personal brand is built following simplistic, outdated rules: "blue conveys trust," "red means energy," "green feels natural." The truth? It doesn't work that way. In this talk, we'll move beyond color psychology clichés to explore a deeper, more scientific and truly personal approach. According to neuroscience, color perception isn't universal: it's tied to each person's experiences, memories and emotions. This is exactly where the difference lies between a brand that follows conventions and a brand that gets recognized, remembered and chosen. What will you take away? ● A fresh perspective on the strategic role of color in your personal brand ● A method to build an authentic palette that reflects who you are and what you want to communicate ● The tools to set yourself apart from competitors relying on standard solutions ● Hands-on examples, perception tests and real rebranding case studies we'll analyze together All without ever losing sight of what truly matters: readability, accessibility and functionality. Because a brand that works isn't just beautiful. It's effective. **About the speaker** **Gabriele Lakhal** Gabriele Lakhal is a Design Strategist for freelancers and SMEs. He helps professionals and businesses who fear becoming invisible in an increasingly competitive market stand out with authority and win clients. His approach combines brand strategy, user-centered design, color psychology and funnel marketing to achieve tangible business results. ***📍 Join Our Community*** 📱 WhatsApp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/LptflUCjNOk8BsU43ZE8HG](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LptflUCjNOk8BsU43ZE8HG) 💼 LinkedIn: [Digital Marketing Group Lisbon](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9249844/) ✈️ Telegram: [https://t.me/+YrJYhbXrDDYwYjg0](https://t.me/+YrJYhbXrDDYwYjg0) 🎟️ Register: [https://dmktribe.com/register/](https://dmktribe.com/register/) **🌍 About DMK Tribe** **DMK Tribe** is an international community of marketers, creatives, entrepreneurs, and curious minds who believe in the power of genuine human connection. With two inspiring years of growth behind us in Lisbon, Barcelona, Cascais, and Milan, our journey of expanding reach and impact continues. Our mission is to empower professionals and businesses through authentic connections, continuous learning, and purposeful collaboration. With over **6.000 active members**, we organise regular events, workshops, and masterminds focused on digital marketing trends, personal branding, content creation, AI, and entrepreneurship. We’re more than a network – we’re a movement of value-driven professionals building lasting impact. ***We're a global community of marketing professionals united by our values*** ***❤️ Love \| 🤝 Caring \| 🎁 Serving \| 📚 Learning \| 🌍 Inclusion*** 👉 Curious to see what we’ve been up to in Portugal, Spain and Milan? Check out our latest magazine here: [https://dmktribe.com/magazine/](https://dmktribe.com/magazine/) ***Come network with Milan's most dynamic marketers! Let's grow together***.

**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

In this local meeting, you will discover knowledge that you can use to get over the past. The key to improving your personal motivation, self-confidence, and happiness is to get over your painful memories. When you become free of your past, you will be free from stress, anger, anxiety and depression. Studies show that negative emotions can affect your health. By being free of negative emotions, believe it or not, you will most likely even look younger, feel more energetic, and become healthier! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is brought to you by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.

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Join the Columbus AI community for our quarterly gathering — a casual, community-focused evening where everyone has a chance to share, learn, and connect. These open mic–style events give anyone in the community up to **5 minutes** to present a project, share a tool, pose a question, or offer a perspective on the evolving AI space. No slides required — just a welcoming space to exchange ideas and keep the local AI conversation moving. If you’d like to take the stage, message **Chris (the organizer)** with a **title and short description** of what you’d like to share. 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)

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.

Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration! This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired. (NOTICE - Location change!) This session will be at the Karl Road Branch of the Columbus Library in the Conference Room 2.