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How does it work? Get paired with native speakers in a series of 10-minute conversations during every two-hour session. Attending as little as two times a week, for 2 hours at a time, you’ll meet and practice with an unparalleled number of native speakers. https://youtu.be/blo5nNjgMBc https://youtu.be/xk04lA9x3qQ https://youtu.be/2TJMigrxiwI There is no shortcut to Spanish fluency - but Spanglish is so fun you won’t want one! Spanglish starts during the 30 minute check in: Get to know the other Spanglishers – about half of the attendees at every event are new! After a little bit of ice-breaking, you’ll head to an assigned table for your first one-on-one conversation. No need to worry about making mistakes – the person sitting across from you is in the same boat! You converse for 5 minutes in english, 5 in Spanish – and then move on to a new conversation partner. By the second rotation we promise you’ll be having so much fun you’ll forget you’re learning. What do we talk about at Spanglish?: Whatever you want! There are no set topics. We talk about everything from our favorite superheroes to our favorite restaurants – it’s the best way to practice another language – hanging out in a relaxing environment and talking about stuff you know and like! Who attends Spanglish? Study abroad students, international students, local Argentine students studying English and anyone looking for a flexible, affordable, and comfortable environment to practice their conversation skills. How much does it cost? AR$10000 at the event. Get the Spanglish package 4 events AR$28000 Enjoy the virtual language exchange events for FREE You can find more information on our website http://www.spanglishexchange.com and see pictures of the events at facebook.com/SpanglishBuenosAires *** ►HOW TO BE PART? Go directly to the bar during the check in time and you will find a Spanglish Staff who will register you! ►HOW DOES IT WORK? Get paired with native speakers in a series of 10-minute conversations during every two-hour session. Attending as little as two times a week, for 2 hours at a time, you’ll meet and practice with an unparalleled number of native speakers. There is no shortcut to Spanish fluency - but Spanglish is so fun you won’t want one! Spanglish starts during the 40 minute check in: Get to know the other Spanglishers – about half of the attendees at every event are new! After a little bit of ice-breaking, you’ll head to an assigned table for your first conversation. No need to worry about making mistakes – the person sitting across from you is in the same boat! You converse for 5 minutes in english, 5 in Spanish – and then move on to a new group of conversation partners. By the second rotation we promise you’ll be having so much fun you’ll forget you’re learning. ►WHO ATTENDS SPANGLISH? Study abroad students, international students, local Argentine students studying English and anyone looking for a flexible, affordable, and comfortable environment to practice their conversation skills.

Esto no es un evento al que te sumás. Es una propuesta distinta: 👉 preparo un kit para que vos armes tu propio picnic o mateada con amigos. Yo no participo del encuentro. Hace unos días pasó algo que me encantó. Personas que se conocieron en mis encuentros de Sabores & Conexión se juntaron en el parque por su cuenta… simplemente porque tenían ganas de volver a verse. Yo acompañé ese encuentro con un pequeño kit, y ver lo que pasó me dejó pensando... 🌿Así nació esta propuesta. Un Kit Sabores & Conexión para que puedas organizar una mateada o picnic con amigos de una forma distinta, sin tener que ocuparte de nada. Incluye postres caseros para compartir y pequeñas dinámicas que ayudan a que la conversación aparezca… y a que surjan charlas inesperadas. No es solo comida. Es una pequeña experiencia pensada para compartir. El kit puede incluir: 🍰 postres caseros 🧉 mate, bombilla y yerba 💌 tarjetas con dinámicas 🍽 servilletas y cucharitas La dinámica es simple: Vos elegís el lugar, vos te organizás con tus amigos, y yo preparo todo para que solo lleguen y disfruten. 💫 Valor: 36.000 Para compartir entre 6 a 8 personas (aprox. 4.500 – $6.000 por persona) Si te interesa o te da curiosidad, podés escribirme por WhatsApp y lo vemos juntos: 📱 11 6220 1726 ⚠️ Nota: la fecha publicada es solo de referencia. No es un evento grupal. 👉 La fecha publicada es solo de referencia para poder organizar pedidos para el fin de semana. **---------------------** This is not an event you can join. It’s a different kind of proposal: 👉 I prepare a kit so you can create your own picnic or “mate-style” gathering with friends. I don’t attend the meetup. A few days ago, something really beautiful happened. People who met at my Sabores & Conexión gatherings decided to meet in the park on their own… simply because they wanted to see each other again. I sent them a small kit to accompany that moment, and what came out of it really stayed with me. 🌿That’s how this idea was born. A Sabores & Conexión kit designed to help you organize a picnic or gathering with friends in a different way — without having to take care of everything. It includes homemade desserts to share and simple conversation prompts that help connection happen naturally… and allow unexpected moments to unfold. It’s not just food. It’s a small, thoughtful experience to share. The kit may include: 🍰 Homemade desserts 🧉 Mate, yerba and bombilla 💌 Conversation cards 🍽 Napkins and small utensils How it works: You choose the place, you organize with your friends, and I prepare everything so you can simply arrive and enjoy. 💫 Price: 36,000 ARS For 6 to 8 people (approx. 4,500–6,000 ARS per person) If you’re curious or interested, feel free to message me on WhatsApp and we can figure it out together: 📱 +54 9 11 6220 1726 ⚠️ Note: The date shown is only for reference. This is not a group event. 👉 The date shown is only for reference to help coordinate orders for the weekend.

Experience an evening of exploring, tasting, and discovering. The fair brings together different stands from Argentine producers, where you can approach and chat with the winemakers and taste at your own pace. What's included with your ticket? 🍷 UNLIMITED WINE TASTING UNTIL 11 PM 💧 Hydration station available all night 🛒 Opportunity to purchase your favorite wines 🎧 Live DJ ✨ Surprises throughout the event A relaxed and dynamic plan to enjoy good wine, food, and music in a laid-back atmosphere. ///////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Viví una noche para recorrer, probar y descubrir. La feria reúne **diferentes stands de productores argentinos**, donde vas a poder acercarte, charlar con quienes hacen el vino y degustar a tu ritmo. **¿Qué incluye la entrada?** 🍷 DEGUSTACIÓN LIBRE DE VINO HASTA LAS 23HS 💧 Puesto de hidratación durante toda la noche 🛒 Posibilidad de **comprar los vinos que más te gusten** 🎧 DJ en vivo ✨ Sorpresas a lo largo del evento Un plan relajado y dinámico para disfrutar buen vino, gastronomía y música en un ambiente distendido. **LINK** https://www.eventbrite.com.ar/e/feria-de-vinos-y-gastronomia-tickets-1981584948925

**Welcome! I’m Facu.** **Let’s get together for a snack and a group drawing session at Parque Las Heras.** You can draw people, plants, animals, or whatever comes out of your imagination! The theme is completely open—this is not a class. **Please bring your own materials and something tasty :)** Event by donation **[Whatsapp group Link](https://chat.whatsapp.com/E3eKj0sTvjH236ABgveKqq?mode=gi_t)** \-\-\- **Bienvenidos! Soy Facu** **Juntemonos a merendar y dibujar en grupo en el Parque Las Heras.** Podés dibujar personas, vegetación, animales o lo que salga de tu imaginación! La temática es completamente libre, no es una clase. **Traer los materiales a utilizar y algo rico :)** Evento a colaboración **[Link Whatsapp del grupo](https://chat.whatsapp.com/E3eKj0sTvjH236ABgveKqq?mode=gi_t)**

Nos encontramos en el Centro Cultural San Martín y de ahí vamos a explorar por Corrientes algún sitio con música en directo, o un parque si alguien quiere tocar libremente su música.

(Español debajo) Ready to get out of your comfort zone? Join us at a new SpeedFriendship edition 🥂 **The perfect opportunity to expand your social circle and forge connections in Buenos Aires.** 📍 **VENUE:** Buda Bar (Costa Rica 4667) ⌚ **TIME:** 9:00 p.m. 🌐 **Bilingual** **Event**: SPANISH AND ENGLISH 🎟️ $10,000, which includes a drink and free pizza slices. Immerse yourself in the game and engage in meaningful conversations with a **diverse group of four strangers**. Our dynamic format ensures you'll connect with various persons throughout the evening. **Event Schedule:** 🕗 9:00pm - Open doors and registration begins 🕤 9:30pm - Registration concludes 🕤 9:45pm - Kick off the activity 🕚 11:30pm - Activity concludes, allowing for free time to extend your newfound connections. There is also a Beerpong Tournament in the bar and later a dj and a dance floor **IMPORTANT:** *⚠️ In order to participate in the game **you have to assist before 9:30pm**. Otherwise there might not be available spots to participate. If you cannot make it on time, you´re still welcome to come and enjoy the evening outside the activity.* *⚠️ Registration is mandatory, if you didn´t sign up here before, you may be requested to wait in case someone doesn´t show up on time.* ⚠️ *Participation in the game is individual. The objective is to meet new friends, therefore, the game proposes to present ourselves as individual people.* ✨ [JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FXZN2MVkGzSADssNSq9R40) ✨ **[Follow us on instagram](https://www.instagram.com/meetups.ba)** 📷 [Look at the pictures of other editions](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SRen7_pUv8w346Rl06U2WuoEUotSppTk?usp=sharing) 📷 Get ready to embark on this one-of-a-kind experience! Don't miss out and expand your social circle at our SpeedFriending. See you there! *SpeedFriendship Team* —------------------------------ ¿Listos para salir de la zona de confort? Súmate a una nueva edición de SpeedFriendship ☀️🥂 **La oportunidad perfecta para ampliar tu círculo social y forjar conexiones en Buenos Aires.** 📍 **LUGAR:** Buda Bar (Costa Rica 4667) ⌚ **HORA:** 21:00 horas. 🌐 Evento **Bilingüe**: ESPAÑOL E INGLÉS 🎟️ $10.000 que incluye un trago y bandejeo de pizza Anímate a hacer amigos mientras participas en conversaciones con un **grupo diverso de cuatro extraños**. Nuestro formato garantiza que conectarás con varias personas durante la noche. **Horarios del evento:** 🕗 21:00 - Apertura de puertas y comienzo de la inscripción 🕤 21:30 - Finaliza la inscripción 🕤 21:45 - Comienza la actividad 🕚 23:30 - La actividad finaliza, lo que permite tener tiempo libre para ampliar sus nuevas conexiones. El bar también tiene un torneo de Beerpong, y más tarde, un dj y una pista de baile *⚠️ Para poder participar en el juego **deberás asistir antes de las 21:30 horas**. De lo contrario, es posible que no haya plazas disponibles para participar. Si no puedes llegar a tiempo, aún puedes venir a disfrutar de la noche fuera de la actividad.* *⚠️ Tienes que estar registrado aquí previamente. De lo contrario puede ser solicitado que aguardes al final del ingreso para ver si alguien registrado no llega a tiempo.* ⚠️ *La participación en el juego es individual. El objetivo es conocer nuevos amigos, por lo tanto, el juego propone presentarnos como personas individuales.* ✨ [ÚNETE A NUESTRO GRUPO DE WHATSAPP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FXZN2MVkGzSADssNSq9R40) ✨ **[Síguenos en Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/meetups.ba)** 📷 [Mira las fotos de las últimas ediciones](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SRen7_pUv8w346Rl06U2WuoEUotSppTk?usp=sharing) 📷 ¡Prepárate para esta experiencia única! Amplía tu círculo social en el SpeedFriending. *SpeedFriendinship Team*

Hey tech people! If you work in **IT, software, startups, cybersecurity, data, AI, or anything tech-related** and you also love **techno music**, this meetup is for you. This Saturday at **midnight**, we’re gathering at **Avant Garden** for a relaxed outdoor hangout with **international people from the tech world**. The idea is simple: disconnect from work, meet like-minded people, share ideas, talk about projects, startups, tech trends—or just life—while enjoying **chill techno in the background**. No formal networking. No presentations. Just **good vibes, interesting conversations, and music**. 🌙 Whether you're a **developer, engineer, founder, designer, data nerd, or digital nomad**, come join us. 📅 Saturday — Midnight 📍 Avant Garden (outdoor) 🎶 Chill techno 🌍 International tech crowd If you like the vibe and want to stay connected for future meetups, **join our WhatsApp community** and be part of the group. https://chat.whatsapp.com/CXpIwpZ2MVgE64pG7dLk5m See you there! 🚀

En este meetup de **Women in Cloud Argentina** nos encontramos en las oficinas de AWS para compartir una noche de **aprendizaje y networking**. Tendremos dos charlas breves que combinan **comunicación y tecnología**, dos habilidades clave para crecer en el mundo tech. Primero vamos a explorar herramientas concretas para **animarse a hablar en público y compartir ideas con confianza**. Luego nos vamos a meter en uno de los grandes desafíos actuales: **cómo evaluar correctamente sistemas de IA generativa** y entender si realmente funcionan. Después de las charlas tendremos un espacio de **networking entre las asistentes** para conocernos, intercambiar experiencias y seguir fortaleciendo la comunidad. ### **🎤 Hablar en público empieza por decir: ¡sí!** **Julieta Cane** Una charla sobre cómo dar el primer paso para compartir ideas en público: técnicas para hablar con seguridad, gestionar el miedo escénico y conectar con la audiencia. ### **🎤 Más allá del vibe check: cómo evaluar sistemas de IA generativa** **Martina Fernández Irungaray** Cómo saber si un sistema de IA generativa realmente funciona. Exploraremos métricas, evaluación automática y por qué esto es clave para pasar de prototipo a sistema confiable. 📍 **Evento presencial en oficinas de AWS** ⚠️ **Cupos limitados** Para poder ingresar al edificio es **obligatorio registrarse previamente en Meetup y enviarnos tus datos**. Solo podrán acceder las personas registradas.

please join our WhatsApp group to confirm cafe address and your assistance! https://tally.so/r/w4AO7X Join us for an afternoon of networking, collaboration, and inspiration at the BA Coworking Coffee Meetup. Whether you're a remote worker, freelancer, startup founder, or any other creative professional, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and expand your professional and social network. So grab a cup of coffee or tea, bring your enthusiasm, and let's build a supportive community of creatives together. Venue details will be shared on our WhatsApp group, so make sure to RSVP and join us for a productive and enjoyable morning of coworking and entrepreneurship!

SPANISH VERSION BELOW 👇 **☕ Culture Shock Therapy – Deep Conversation / Coffee Talk** Some conversations change your day. Some change your life. Every Sunday we create a space for meaningful conversations about life, emotions, culture, psychology, relationships, and the things we usually don’t talk about in normal social events. 📍 Tienda de Cafe Italiano – Perón 4233, CABA 🕕 Every Sunday \| 18:00 – 20:00 🎟 Entry: 5,000 ARS (≈ 5 USD) **What you can expect:** • Deep questions • Social dynamics • Interactive games to feel comfortable • Open-minded people • Respectful environment • Coffee, ideas, and connection You don’t need to be an expert. You just need to be honest. This is not small talk. This is real conversation. Follow us on Instagram: [https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy](https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy) ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL 👇 **☕ Culture Shock Therapy – Deep Conversation / Coffee Talk** Algunas conversaciones te cambian el día. Otras te cambian la vida. Cada domingo creamos un espacio para conversaciones con sentido sobre la vida, emociones, cultura, psicología, relaciones y todo lo que normalmente no se habla en eventos sociales comunes. 📍 Tienda de Cafe Italiano – Perón 4233, CABA 🕕 Todos los domingos \| 18:00 – 20:00 🎟 Entrada: $5.000 **Qué podés encontrar:** • Preguntas profundas • Dinámicas sociales • Juegos para que todos se sientan cómodos • Gente abierta • Ambiente respetuoso • Café, ideas y conexión No necesitás ser experto. Solo necesitás ser auténtico. Esto no es charla superficial. Es conversación real. Seguinos en Instagram: [https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy](https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy)

Join our **Night Crawl**! We´re planning an unforgotable night to make great memories and friendships ⚠️ NEW: The tour is for people aged 25 or older. If you’re younger you can join on Fridays (write us for more details) ITINERARY: 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM: First bar with complimentary pizza 10:00 PM to 11:30 PM: Second bar with a welcome shot 11:30 PM to 1:00 AM: Third bar with a welcome shot 1:00 AM to 7:00 AM: Nightclub with priority entrance We have a [group chat](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GmBhFW6tFYX4XExOmrjgDa) to meet others attending ️ How to get the entrance? - On [Passline](https://www.passline.com/eventos/nightcrawl-490736) - At the first venue with cash or card If you buy it before Saturday, it’s cheaper ✨ What is included? - Pizza in the first bar - A shot in the second and third bar - Club entry without queue - Games to meet other friends - The best energy to make it an unforgettable night See you! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ¡Únete a nuestro Night Crow! Estamos planeando una noche inolvidable para crear grandes recuerdos y amistades ⚠️ NUEVO: El tour es para mayores de 25 años. Si eres menor, puedes unirte los viernes (escríbenos para más información). ITINERARIO: 20:30 a 22hrs: Primer bar con bandejeo de pizza incluido 22 a 23:30hrs: Segundo bar con shot de bienvenida 23:30 a 1am: Tercer bar con shot de bienvenida 1am a 7am: Club nocturno con entrada preferencial Hay un [chat grupal](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GmBhFW6tFYX4XExOmrjgDa) para conocer a otros asistentes ️ ¿Cómo conseguir la entrada? - En [Passline](https://www.passline.com/eventos/nightcrawl-490736) - En el primer bar, en efectivo o tarjeta ✨ ¿Qué incluye? - Pizza en el primer bar - Un shot en el segundo y tercer bar - Entrada al club sin filas - Juegos para conocer gente - El mejor ambiente para una noche inolvidable ¡Nos vemos!

**[🎟️ Click here to grab your ticket 🎟️](https://luma.com/ftst3buenosaires)** 🎫 **RSVP ≠ ticket**. A paid ticket is required to attend. 🔗 On your phone and can’t click? Click the link in the comments :) F\*ck the Small Talk has traveled the world from Berlin, Melbourne, London, Lisbon, to Mexico City, and is now back in **Buenos Aires** for our 3rd season: Summer 2026! The weather is beautiful and it's time to meet new people! 😎 **📦 WHAT'S THIS ABOUT?** FTST is a one-of-a-kind social experience where strangers come together for meaningful, fun and deep conversation. It’s also a different & cool way of meeting new people by getting a bit out of your comfort zone and skipping the small talk! Join us for games, talks, and connections with friends you haven’t met yet. Join if you get annoyed after being asked what you do, where you are from, and how long you've been in BA every single time you meet someone. If you feel that there are better questions in life then this is the place for you. 🙌 **📓 HOW DOES IT WORK?** We start with a short & sweet intro talk followed by a few fun games to warm up. After that, we split you up into small groups (of 3-4) and start with the conversation rounds. We'll have awesome question **cards** that will guide the flow of the conversation. You'll **be guided by experienced hosts** (Elle & Michelle) who'll make sure everything goes smoothly. 🍭 **🕹 HOW TO JOIN?** **[Take 1 minute to sign up 👈](https://luma.com/ftst3buenosaires)** 🔗 On your phone and can’t click? Click the link in the comments :) Our events are limited to **30 handpicked guests** to ensure a cozy atmosphere. **Confirm your spot on the link above** to make it happen! We prioritize a balance of gender and age. If you're invited you'll receive a confirmation within 48 hours via Luma (our ticketing platform) ***NOTE***: We won't validate your payment unless you've been accepted! (which you most likely will ❤️) **🧧 HOW MUCH IS IT?** The cost to attend is $13 (early llama) - $15 (general) and includes the following: ⏰ 3 hours of facilitated and curated activities 🙌🏽 Access to the Llamas in Buenos Aires Community on WhatsApp 👥 A space to meet new people in the least boring way possible 💛 Supporting our mission to spread human connection events around the world *(🎫 we also cover those annoying **ticket fees**!)* **🌳 WHERE IS IT?** We host our events in awesome bars & parks across the city. *We only **reveal the location** upon confirmation (or 25 before if it's in a park).* This event will take place in a nice **park** in Palermo. 📣 **IMPORTANT**: An RSVP on Meetup does **NOT** **confirm** your spot. 🎟️ **💛 WHAT THEY SAY** 🗣 “This is the kind of activity **humanity needs every weekend**. Thank you for all.” - *Sonya* 🗣 "I cannot recommend this event enough to connect with an international crowd. It was fun and light-hearted, but offered depth and humanity. As a digital nomad of 3 years, it's one of the best events and meet up activities I've been to yet!" - *Tom* 🗣 “Great way to connect with people in a more meaningful way. Get to the heart of the matter, dive straight into what really counts!” - *Matthias* 🗣 “F\*ck the Small Talk changes the narrative from "Where are you from?" to "When was the last time you laughed uncontrollably?" and I think that's beautiful.” - *Monika* 🗣 “I loved F\*ck the Small Talk, I was a little bit nervous at first but they are pros at making you feel comfortable with the rest of the group, the activities are really fun and I enjoyed every second (consider that the one who's saying this is very, very shy). Give it a try!” - *Brenda* 🗣 "It’s a wonderful experience, it’s like being a kid again, when you were at the park, playing with other kids, and just decided you were going to be best friends for the next hours. Maybe you’ll never see those kids again. But that hour was amazing because you both opened up and trusted each other." - *Sara* [More Google reviews here 👈](https://www.google.com/maps/place/EPIC+LLAMA/@29.4255256,-41.3746386,3z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x41cb49107d35788f:0xf758abc88e22289c!8m2!3d29.4255256!4d-41.3746613!16s%2Fg%2F11swcv3hw2?entry=ttu) **🤓 FAQ** **• Can I come alone?** Of course, we encourage it :) 99% of people do! **• I signed up but never got an invite. Why?** We usually get a high volume of sign-ups yet we like to keep it cozy & only invite around 25-30 people. Please try again next time if you do not receive an invite - no hard feelings 💛 **• Why do you charge?** We value our time and put a lot of love, planning, and effort into creating & designing these experiences. ♥️ This is our project/business and what we give to the world and we think everything should be a fair exchange! 🎈 However, money should never be the reason for people not to attend. If you can’t afford it send us a message! **• Can I bring my pet llama?** 100% yes, any *well-behaved* pets are highly encouraged as long as you can still focus on connecting with the humans around you! Especially llamas. Please confirm with us beforehand. **𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨, 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙚𝙙. ✨** 🙅‍♀️📱This event is a no-phone experience. 🙅‍♀️📱 ’F\*ck the Small Talk’ is part of the EPIC LLAMA Universe. 🌍🦙 We design out-of-the-box experiences that spark curiosity, creativity, and human connection. We're on a mission to make boring brilliant! Join us in Mexico City, London, Lisbon, Malta, Edinburgh, Buenos Aires, and beyond. 😍 Follow us on[ Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/epic.llama/)👈 Our [website ](https://epicllama.com/)👈 * **Sold out or can't make it?** [Drop us your email ](https://epicllama.myflodesk.com/buenosaires)and we'll keep you in the loop for the next one! 😎

Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way. In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents. In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding. What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025 Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows. **Speakers Bio:** Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale. [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/) Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry. Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation. https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/) **THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/ **DIRECTIONS** Franklin University Fisher Hall 300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8 Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map. NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

**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** Web Forms gave .NET developers a powerful abstraction for building reusable UI controls long before design systems were a thing. Web Components finally bring that same idea to the browser natively. This session explores how the Web Forms mindset translates into Custom Elements, Shadow DOM, and HTML templates. We’ll examine how Web Components enable design systems that work across frameworks, how they differ from server‑driven controls, and why they’re becoming a foundational layer for modern UI. Whether you’re maintaining legacy apps or building greenfield projects, you’ll leave with a practical understanding of how to apply familiar patterns in a modern, standards‑based way. **YouTube Link** TBA

**New Dojo Location!** **Buffalo Wild Wings in Grandview** 968 W 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43212 We're going to try a new dojo location for a few weeks and see how it works Dojos are informal Python group study sessions where everyone interested in Python gathers to learn about Python, help others with Python, or just hang out. Everyone is welcome from Python beginners to experts. Bringing a laptop is encouraged (we'll have extension cords and power strips). If there's something you want to learn leave a comment on this invite so we can plan ahead. We're looking for topic suggestions and people interested in presenting at our monthly meetings. To this end we've set up a survey form at [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15eBKF1nQQ2XS5gzD4rvhVRHMBEj7lJtHuA9wXupS3Uc](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15eBKF1nQQ2XS5gzD4rvhVRHMBEj7lJtHuA9wXupS3Uc)

Calling all founders, CEOs, lawyers, doctors, and entrepreneurs to join our special *Founder Edition* of Sip & Read meetup event. Let's sip on fine wine and discuss our first book **The 5AM Club- Own Your Morning Elevate Your Life, by Robin Sharma**. We will pair this book with our favorite wine at **Wine on High** and engage in thought-provoking discussions on startup businesses and entrepreneurship, and network with like-minded individuals in a cozy book club setting. Come prepared to discuss this month's book. At the end of each book club meeting, we will take next book and venue suggestions from the participants for the next meeting. Whether you are a book lover, women entrepreneur, or a content creator, this event is perfect for sharing ideas and insights with other funders and founders in the entrepreneurial world. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. Sign up now to reserve your spot! *Fun fact! This meetup was established in 2015 and had over 1,000 members. I had to shut down operations while attending law school, but we're back!!*

The topic for March is "Our Bodies, Ourselves" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

Join Voice Over Pros Of Ohio for an exciting morning of networking, and exploring opportunities in the world of voice acting. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is perfect for expanding your network, learning how to start a VO business, and for honing your skills. Connect with fellow voice actors and VO experts, that will help you succeed in your voice over business. This event will feature discussions on professional development, entrepreneurship in the voice over industry, with tips for navigating the world of voice acting. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from others, collaborate with like-minded individuals, and take your voice over career to the next level. Join us Saturday, March 28, from 10am - 12pm and learn how to start or grow your voice over business. Let your voice be heard! The $10 fee covers refreshments and door prizes.

Builders, creators, architects, admins, consultants - come one, come all. This one's for you. We're bringing a little friendly competition to the Columbus ServiceNow community while highlighting the cool things people have built on the platform. Five presenters will take the stage to showcase something they've built, solved, designed, or imagined on the ServiceNow platform - and a panel of judges (plus YOU, our amazing audience) will score them live. So basically, America's Got Talent but make it ServiceNow's Got Talent. Bring a notepad if you'd like 'cause you'll definitely be learning something new. Each presenter gets 10 minutes max to wow the crowd with: • A demo • A real-world business solution • A bold idea • A UX transformation • Or a creative use of the platform Judging Criteria: 🏆 Business Value 🚀 Innovation ✨ User Experience This event is about celebrating ideas, sharing knowledge, and showing how ServiceNow can drive both business impact and meaningful user value. Come learn. Come support. Come get inspired. Refreshments and bites will be provided. And maybe next time… you’ll be on stage.