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​**We flipped hiring.** **Startups pitch to recruit you.** ​Forget CVs and long applications. Show what you can build in a day Land interviews on the spot! + cash prizes (not just credits)! **For all details and registration go to [www.giveago.co/rsvp/hiring-hackathon](www.giveago.co/rsvp/hiring-hackathon)** *** ​On **7th March**, the founders and senior engineers from **[Otel](https://otelai.com/), [Kota](https://www.kota.io/) and [Lette](lette.ai)** are spending the full day with builders like you. ​These aren’t recruiters with clipboards. These are the people who decide who gets hired, what gets built next, and how the company moves. * ​**THOUSANDS of euros in cash prizes $$$** * ​A fast track straight to the founders and decision makers\*\*.\*\* No application. No recruiter screen. No three-month loop. * ​Building with some of the best in the city ​This is what hiring should look like. **Register to join on [www.giveago.co/rsvp/hiring-hackathon](www.giveago.co/rsvp/hiring-hackathon)** ​**What the day looks like** ​ 11:00 AM — Doors open at Baseline 11:30 AM — Company briefs presented, tracks open 12:00 AM — Build window begins 1:00 PM — Lunch ️ 5:00 PM — Demos and prize announcements 5:30 PM — Conversations, and follow-ups ## ​Our Sponsors **- [Otel AI](otelai.com): Building the AI-native operating system for hotels. A digital GM that monitors every system, catches revenue leaks, and kills the reporting that eats 60% of a hotel manager’s day.** ​- **[Kota](kota.io): Rebuilding employee benefits from scratch. Health insurance, pensions, and flex benefits in one AI-powered platform, synced to your HRIS and live in minutes. Operating across 30+ countries. ​** **[Lette.ai](lette.ai): Building the agentic AI back office for property management. Already used by three of Ireland's largest landlords and managing 5,000+ properties across the UK and Ireland.** Are you a company looking to hire top-tier builders? ​**Contact us at hello@giveago.co or [book a call](https://cal.com/give-a-go/15min)** **Register to join on [www.giveago.co/rsvp/hiring-hackathon](www.giveago.co/rsvp/hiring-hackathon)**

Make New Friends💏! This Event is a large Monthly Social Salsa Dance Party 🎉🎊🎇 for Salsa Dancers and for those New Solo people who want to learn Salsa dancing. This Salsa Dance Party will be held in a large hall. There is Bar facilities, cheaper drinks and toilets are avaliable. Time of Dance Party from about 9.30pm/10pm. till after 1 am. Dress: Neat Dress. (Salsa Dance class lesson from 8.45pm to 9.30pm.) There may also be free Pizza at the end of the party like in previous parties. There are Salsa Social Dance Classes on Thursday evenings for those who like to learn or improve Salsa dancing. The entrance fee for the Salsa Party is 10 euros at the Door, which includes the Salsa class lesson. This is very good value. Place of large Hall is in Dublin 8. There is a large Free Car Parking at the back also. Dublin Bus 2 mins walk. There will be many other solo people attending from all around Ireland beside this meetup who already know this venue. In the past Social Salsa Dance Parties, over 270 people attended. https://youtu.be/DWir_XczIE8?is=YWe0j-H3tECeWaQx https://youtu.be/iyLdoQGBchQ?feature=shared So if you are Solo, like Social Dancing, meeting new people and or like a free lesson to start learning Salsa dancing, RSVP and I will send you the Dance Party Address Details on the day of the event. Many people come solo, so do not worry, come solo or bring your friends with you and enjoy the great Latino music and social Salsa dancing.

On International Women’s Day, we acknowledge the role of exemplary women who have given a powerful contribution in Science within the framework of a Philosophical approach to life in its many facets. The work and legacy of these inspiring women is just another beautiful reminder that science and philosophy are not just fields of study, but ways of life that drive human potential. *There will be a break with tea, coffee and cakes.*

Brunch on Saturday . Who is interested in this . There are great venues around the city . Let me know - Press Cafe is located at the National Print Museum and has great Coffee and a fab brunch menu.

**Speed Dating Event** **Ages 30 - 44** **Saturday 7th March 2026** **7.00pm - 9.30pm** **The Circular Bar, South Circular Road, Dublin 8** **€29.99 Ticket Entry** ‼️ [Sign Up Here](https://tablefor2dublin.com/tickets-7-march)‼️ **Real People. Real Conversations.** **"Table for 2"** will allow you to meet people in person and make new connections. · **2 hours of fun** - **meet up to 20 singles in one night.** · Located at **The Circular Bar, South Circular Road, Dublin 8** · **Tables of 2, with 5 minutes per Conversation**. · **Private Area Reserved** · **Mood music & Soft lighting** · **Balanced number of men & women,** within 20% (excluding no-shows on the night), or your money back · **Drinks Promotions** · **Raffle for Voucher for Venue** · Half-time break and end of event opportunity to mingle · Next-day matches · Conversation prompts (available if required) · Waitlist system to ensure symmetry. **Limited Spaces Available** To ensure attendance please purchase tickets at the link below. To keep balanced the numbers of men & women, walk-ins will not be accepted on the day. €29.99 - Ticket Entry ‼️ [Sign Up Here](https://tablefor2dublin.com/tickets-7-march)‼️ Website: [https://tablefor2dublin.com](https://tablefor2dublin.com/)

Come along to celebrate International Women’s Day with a circle of open-hearted women and men from diverse backgrounds. We will open our hearts and voices to collectively honour the women of the world through harmony songs and chants from around the world. All welcome – women, men and older kids who like singing! Let’s celebrate all that women contribute, especially the often invisible care work they do in the home, workplace, wider families, and for the Earth. You will leave renewed, uplifted, and with a deep sense of belonging and community. You don’t need any singing or voice-work experience, as it isn’t about talent, it is about participation. This is a relaxed, friendly and safe space, with no right or wrong way to use the voice. Adults of all ages and abilities are welcome. You don’t need any singing or voice-work experience, and no one will be asked to sing solo. This is a relaxed, friendly and safe space, and participants frequently report leaving feeling recharged, grounded, and uplifted. Click [here](https://fullcirclechange.ie/offerings/self-care/singing/) to learn more about the style of singing at this workshop. Harmony singing is extremely beneficial to our physical, mental and spiritual health and wellbeing, and you will leave feeling recharged, grounded, and uplifted. Adults of all ages and abilities are welcome. You don’t need any singing or voice-work experience, and no one will be asked to sing solo. This is a relaxed, friendly and safe space. Please book a ticket in advance [here](https://fullcirclechange.ie/event/womens-day-song-circle/). Prices from €35

Welcome to a vibrant community created for men and women who are ready to connect, explore, and thrive together as friends! This group is all about bringing solo people together in a fun and welcoming space. Where new friendships are formed and fresh experiences await. **For details on this event and to get your ticket, click on Eventbrite link:** https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/solo-meets-social-make-new-friends-bowling-games-tickets-1983538802955?aff=oddtdtcreator **Important information:** Strict ticket event. Tickets will be scanned at check in. **Do not show up without an Eventbrite ticket.** Please bring ID in case the doorman ask you for proof of age. Minimum age to attend is 23. RSVPs are not a true representation of the people attending. By joining this event, you accept our T&Cs, check them out on our website: Yinyangevents.ie **[Follow us on Insta: Yinyangeventsireland](https://www.instagram.com/yinyangeventsireland/)**

Catan, coup, Muchkin, Exploding kittens y mas! Agradeceriamos que consumierais algo (bebida, comida, postres, cafe, etc.) durante el evento para apoyar al local :) el evento es preferiblemente Alcohol free. Te esperamos!

While Organizer does this for free, entry to the gym is needed. Day pass and shoe rental. Get ready to reach new heights and forge lasting connections doing Indoor Bouldering Adventure this Sunday at 12:00! Whether you're a seasoned climber or brand new to the sport, this event is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself, have fun, and meet fellow enthusiasts in a supportive and social setting. Located at the Bloc Climbing Gym in Ballymount, indoor bouldering social event is suitable for climbers of all levels. No climbing experience? No problem! Our friendly group will provide guidance, tips, and encouragement every step of the way. Whether you're learning or honing your skills, you'll find plenty of support and encouragement from your fellow climbers. After our exhilarating climb, we'll gather for some well-deserved refreshments and socializing, where you can swap climbing stories, share tips, and make new friends with fellow adventure-seekers. So lace up your climbing shoes, chalk up your hands, and get ready for an afternoon of adrenaline-pumping fun and friendship at our Indoor Bouldering Adventure this Sunday! Let's climb, connect, and conquer together. See you there! 🧗‍♀️🤝🧗‍♂️ If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the event organizer.

Dance your Sunday afternoon away at ESPRESSO RAVE — big beats, good energy, and home for Sunday dinner feeling recharged. Espresso Rave is your Sunday reset — a high‑energy, booze‑free dance floor designed to lift your mood, boost your spirit, and set you up for the week ahead. Loud electronic beats, big movement, and real feel‑good science: dancing at 130 BPM naturally boosts dopamine, endorphins, and energy. If 2pm fits better for you than 2am, come move, sweat, and leave glowing — home in time for Sunday dinner and in bed by 10pm, ready to glow and go on Monday morning. With classic electronic tunes such as A Prayer for the Dancefloor, No Division and Overdrive — it’s going to be next level. Last month’s crowd brought unreal energy — let’s do it again. Espresso Rave — Wake up your Sunday. Dance it out. Go home glowing. Follow us on Instagram @dancespacedublincheck out our website for more: [www.dancespace.ie](http://www.dancespace.ie/) \*\*Tickets available at [dancespace.ie**](http://dancespace.ie%2A%2A/) Limited capacity.

Ann’s has long been a favourite of the group, offering a fantastic selection of Malaysian, Chinese, and Thai dishes. Tim and I are looking forward to welcoming you to our first event of 2026 and hope you can join us. If you’re unable to attend, please update your RSVP by the Wednesday prior to the event. This helps us offer your place to other members and provide accurate numbers to the restaurant. Please note that failing to amend your RSVP by Wednesday may result in being placed on future waitlists or removal from the group. The booking is under Tim’s name. As this is a group reservation, you may need to calculate your share from the total bill and pay either by card or with small denominations of cash.

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

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

We will show a variety of methods for building agents that run in Microsoft Foundry. This covers the different types of agents: Prompt, Multi, and Hosted, as well as the development lifecycle using evals and traces.

One of the most valuable parts of this community is the opportunity to think out loud with other product professionals. This session is built for exactly that. As we wrap up the quarter, it’s a great time to pause and reflect. What’s on track? What needs adjustment? Where could a small shift create bigger impact? Join fellow product professionals for a focused, interactive conversation designed to help you recalibrate for the next quarter. You’ll have the opportunity to share where you are, hear how others are thinking through similar challenges, and gain fresh perspective you can bring back to your team and organization. We’ll gather at 8:00AM, with discussion starting promptly at 8:15AM. 📍 First Watch - 7227 N High St Located in: The Shops at Worthington Ample parking is available. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Start your morning with clarity and connection — we hope to see you there! ☀️

**Google Analytics Alternatives** Is it finally time to make the switch away from Google Analytics? Two-and-a-half years ago Jason Packer asked this question at Columbus Web Analytics Wednesday. Since then: Google’s Universal Analytics has been sunset, we’ve changed our name to Columbus Data & Analytics Wednesday, and Jason has released two editions of his book “Google Analytics Alternatives”. Fresh off the release of the 2nd edition of his book, we thought it was time to re-open this conversation. While people love to complain about it, GA’s market share has remained relatively constant (at least in the United States). Why is that? You won’t find any complaints about GA4 in this talk, but rather an overview of what’s currently available in the market and how to frame your decision-making process. We’ll also be giving out some free copies of Jason’s book! So even if you’ve got a “GA4Lyfe” tattoo (no judgement), there’s free books to go with the free pizza and beer. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

We're excited to launch **GitHub Copilot Dev Days**, a global in‑person community event series running **March 15 – April 30**! Let's come together as developers, grow our local community, and showcase the power of GitHub Copilot with **free, high‑quality training materials** from Microsoft + GitHub. * GitHub Copilot in VS Code * GitHub Copilot CLI … and more! * **Intro Talk (30–45 min):** GitHub Copilot + AI development * **Local Community Talk (30–45 min):** NOT ME, **[Matt Eland](https://www.linkedin.com/in/matteland/)** * **Hands‑on Workshop (1 hour):** Practical exercises using GitHub Copilot * **SPECIAL GUEST** **(virtual)**: **[Andrea Griffiths](https://www.linkedin.com/in/acolombiadev/)** (Senior Developer Advocate at GitHub) ***Bring your laptop and expect to write some (non-AI-generated) code!*** Food and drinks will be available. **LOCATION:** 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 **FREE PARKING:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017

The global Azure community is coming together again, and Columbus is officially on the map. On **Saturday, April 18, 2026**, the Azure Columbus Meetup is hosting our local edition of Global Azure 2026. This is a free, community-driven event packed with learning, networking, and all things Microsoft Azure. Whether you’re building modern cloud-native apps, experimenting with AI agents, deploying containers, automating infrastructure, or just beginning your Azure journey, this event is for you! **What to Expect** * Engaging technical sessions * Real-world Azure architecture & cloud-native patterns * AI, agents, automation, and modern DevOps * Food and drinks (because learning burns calories) * Time to connect with fellow engineers, architects, and cloud enthusiasts We’re lining up a strong set of speakers from the local and regional Azure community. Speaker announcements coming soon! **Who Should Attend?** * Software engineers (any language, any stack) * Cloud architects * DevOps engineers * Data professionals * AI explorers * Platform builders * Anyone who loves solving hard problems with great tools If you build, deploy, automate, scale, monitor, or optimize in Azure, you’ll feel right at home. **Why Global Azure?** Global Azure is a worldwide community event where Azure user groups host learning sessions on the same day across the globe. It’s grassroots. It’s technical. It’s practical. And it’s powered by people who genuinely love sharing what they’ve learned. And yes, it’s free to attend!