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**Register now to attend! =>** [https://konfhub.com/ksug-sg-2026-03-11](https://konfhub.com/ksug-sg-2026-03-11) **<=** We're excited to welcome you to the upcoming **KSUG.AI Singapore Meetup** — happening both in-person at **[Datadog](https://www.datadoghq.com/)** office and online via [Zoom](https://linktr.ee/ksug.ai)! 🎉 **Latest promotions** discovered by our community! * Missed **75%** off [LF / CNCF](https://lf.ksug.ai/)? [Get Notified](https://ksug.ai/?notify&ref=meetup) for next BIG drop! * **35%** off [International Women's Day](https://iwd.ksug.ai) Sale code **IWD26AI** * **20%** off [KubeCon Europe](https://ksug.ai/events/?ref=meet) 2026 using code **KSAI20** * Up to **30%** off popular [Books](https://ksug.ai/books/?ref=meet) and [Events](https://ksug.ai/events/?ref=meet) **Agenda and topics preview:** * Food, drinks and Socializing * Welcome / Introductions by the Organizers @**[KSUG.AI](https://ksug.ai/?ref=meet)** * **Topic 1:** AI Ops for Ops: Man's Best Friend for Faster Troubleshooting by **[Hong Hua Chin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/honghua/),** Senior Enterprise SE @**[Datadog](https://www.datadoghq.com/)** * **Topic 2:** Beyond ingress-nginx: Smarter Kubernetes Traffic by **[Junwei Chan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/junwei-chan/)** and **[Minh Nguyen](https://www.linkedin.com/in/minh-nguyen-kumi-aa537452/)**, Modern Apps Solutions Engineer @**[F5](https://f5.com)** * **Topic 3:** From Legacy to Cloud-Native: Keeping Systems in Sync Without a Big-Bang Migration by **[Ashish Thakur](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mountainnerd/)**, Directory of Technology @**Material** * **Quiz time:** nice swags giveaway Food and drinks will be provided between **6 and 6.30 pm** on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a great opportunity to learn and network with our peers. Thanks to our sponsors @**[Datadog](https://www.datadoghq.com/)**, @**[F5](https://f5.com)**, @**[confluent](https://www.confluent.io/)** **[Register here](https://konfhub.com/ksug-sg-2026-03-11) to secure your spot!** See you all there! **Location:** [Datadog Singapore office, 38 Beach Road, 10 South, #10-11, Level Beach Tower, 189767](https://maps.app.goo.gl/CPWigPswds1mM9px6) Join **[#Discord](https://discord.com/invite/Rp9WzYyKua)** for latest update 👉 [https://discord.com/invite/Rp9WzYyKua](https://discord.com/invite/Rp9WzYyKua) 🔖 𝐎𝐧𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐬: ☸ 30% OFF **[Kubernetes](https://lf.ksug.ai/)** Certs - Code: **30K8SUG** ☸ 37% OFF **[KodeKloud](https://ksug.ai/kk/?ref=meet)** Plans - Code: **K8SUGKK** 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐖𝐞 𝐃𝐨 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬: ✅ Learn 𝐅𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 ⚡ ✅ Certify 𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐑 💰 ✅ Grow 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐑 💪 𝟐𝟎𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎+ follow **[KSUG.AI](https://ksug.ai/?ref=meet)** 🔥 [linktr.ee/ksug.ai](https://linktr.ee/ksug.ai) *By registering, you consent to the management of your personal information in accordance with KSUG.AI Meetup's [Privacy Policy](https://ksug.ai/privacy). Additionally, you agree that our sponsors may contact you.* **[KSUG.AI](https://ksug.ai/?ref=meet)** is an independent community and not affiliated with or endorsed by CNCF. Kubernetes, K8s, Kubestronaut are registered trademarks of The Linux Foundation.

Hi everyone! Join us in our bimonthly dinner series: Invest in Fire: 投資光明，前程自亮. As we move into the "Period of Fire" in Chinese Fengshui, the next two years (Fire Horse and Fire Lamb) bring unique opportunities and challenges for business owners and investors. We’re gathering at a nice cafe in town to talk shop, share experiences, and look at how this "fire energy" might shape our future ventures. The Agenda: Casual Dining: No pitches, no "serious" lectures. Thematic Chat: We use the "Fire" cycle as a conversation starter, but feel free to talk about anything! Networking: Connect with fellow investors and entrepreneurs in a relaxed setting. The Schedule: Every 2 months on a Wednesday! Either the 2nd Wed (usually) or 3rd (if 1st day of month is Thurs) depending. [Contact me via whatsapp for details: 94359199](https://wa.me/6594359199) [Or join our ChatGroup: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Fw9IYcHwYp5KBiXOXBFtnP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Fw9IYcHwYp5KBiXOXBFtnP)

Appreciate your kindness to support yesterday walk.For those who were busy with pre CNY and missed it. We strive to share and care , join us for a meaningful weekday morning walk across Bishan–AMK Park—river to ponds, surrounded by birds and biodiversity—ending at **Professor Brawn Café (Pathlight School)**. Our mission is to support this café because it creates real jobs, skills, and confidence for persons with special needs—proving that inclusion is not charity, but dignity through opportunity. By showing up, spending, and sharing this cause, we help sustain a workplace where every contribution is valued. https://www.profbrawn.com.sg/ Note 1. wear comfortably and equip for rain. 2. bring water to hydrate and light snack before walk. 3. repellant, sunblock and hat is wise. 4. if bad weather cat 1 notice early am, will inform asap for cancellation Distance around 5.5km mostly flat and stations exercise with drones We have reserve a private quite area for 20-30pax. appreciate soonest RSVP

We strive to share and care , join us for a meaningful weekday morning walk across Bishan–AMK Park—river to ponds, surrounded by birds and biodiversity—ending at **Professor Brawn Café (Pathlight School)**. Our mission is to support this café because it creates real jobs, skills, and confidence for persons with special needs—proving that inclusion is not charity, but dignity through opportunity. By showing up, spending, and sharing this cause, we help sustain a workplace where every contribution is valued. [https://www.profbrawn.com.sg/](https://www.profbrawn.com.sg/) Note 1. wear comfortably and equip for rain. 2. bring water to hydrate and light snack before walk. 3. repellant, sunblock and hat is wise. 4. if bad weather cat 1 notice early am, will inform asap for cancellation Distance around 5.5km mostly flat and stations exercise with drones We have reserved a private, quiet area for 20-30pax. appreciate soonest RSVP **What is Live Share and Care?** **Live, Share, and Care** is the CSR initiative by **Adventures Unlimited** (TA02844) that turns hiking into a mission for social good. Instead of just trekking for fitness, participants "hike with a purpose" to support vulnerable communities in Singapore. Key Pillars of LSC * **Support Local:** The group eats at stalls run by seniors or people with special needs to provide direct economic support. * **Give Back (Pack2treat):** They purchase meals from these vendors and hand-deliver them to isolated seniors in areas like Toa Payoh and Geylang. * **Provide Connection:** Volunteers offer companionship and help seniors link up with essential services like the AIC and Active Ageing Centres. You can join their activities on meetup: [https://www.meetup.com/live-share-care/](https://www.meetup.com/live-share-care/)

Beginner-Friendly Class: Celebrate rhythm and self-expression in a supportive environment—no experience needed! • Learn & Shine: Coach Alina will guide you through beautiful moves that connect body and soul. • Community & Joy: Meet new friends, share in energy, and dance for a great cause. 💌 100% of your donation goes directly to the charity we support. This month, we are exceptionally supporting Aidha. Learn more about their work Our Goal To create a space where anyone can dance, feel confident, and support something bigger. Every shimmy and step helps kids access schooling, food, and a nurturing community. Come dance, have fun, and make an impact! donation : 10 sgd sing up here : www.because.fit

Welcome back to our meetup in March. * **05:30 PM** Registration, dinner, networking * **06:00 PM** Talk starts If you want to have practical AI Agents that can take actions with real application data, this event is for you. There are 2 parts to this event that may be of interest to you. **This is a hands-on lab - please bring your laptop.** Part 1: \- The event begins by grounding you in what an AI agent actually is: an LLM\-powered system that can call tools\, make decisions\, and carry out tasks on your behalf\. You will explore practical use cases across industries—from virtual assistants and customer support to analytics and personalized experiences—so you can understand when AI Agents are the right fit for your applications and how they differ from traditional automation\. \- Learn the foundational concepts of AI agents\, such as reasoning\, memory\, tools\, etc\. \- Understand what AI Agents are\, how they work with large language models\, and when to use them in real\-world applications\. \- Learn when to use cases for AI agents\, different types of agent architectures\, etc\. \- Explore industry use cases for AI Agents\, from customer service to analytics \- Understand how tools are called by agents Part 2: \- You are guided to set up a working environment for building AI Agents\. \- Using concrete examples\, such as answering “What’s the status of my order?” or analyzing trends across thousands of documents\. \- Create a multi\-tool AI Agent \- Build a MongoDB learning agent using MongoDB and LangGraph\. \- Add memory to the AI agent\, including strategies for storing and retrieving past interactions\. Practical applications of Part 2: \- Have a vector store and memory provider for agentic applications using MongoDB \- Build production\-grade agentic applications using MongoDB \- Build controllable\, reliable agentic workflows using LangGraph Special Thanks: \- To SQ Collective for the venue

🏛️ **WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?** Practical Philosophy is a weekly meet-up that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no ‘official’ philosophy knowledge required! 😎 Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking and communication as we explore that topic. The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community 🙌 📓 **HOW DOES IT WORK?** Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going. When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, it’s important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse or lecture. **General Meeting Agenda** Each Practical Philosophy meet-up follows this general timeline: * 19:00-19:15 - People arrive and chat, get to know each other before the ‘official' start. * 19:15-19:25 - Meeting introduction, explanation of Practical Philosophy and the topic for the week, read the guidelines and the overview so attendees know what to expect in terms of timelines. * 19:25-20:45 - Break into small groups - introduce yourselves and general thoughts on the topic, open discussion afterwards. At this point the group can review the ‘jump-off’ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. It’s not obligatory to answer them. * 20:45-21:00 - Bring everyone back together to discuss conclusions of the topic - each group gives a short 1-minute summary. Organizer concludes the meeting and everyone takes a group photo. * 21:00 - The official meeting is over but it’s a great opportunity to get to know people in a non-structured environment, so we often stick around, chat, and get to know each other. **🧧PRICING?** Practical Philosophy Club is FREE to attend! We just ask that if we are meeting in a café, buy a beverage! Some chapters rent a space for us to meet, and they may ask for donations to help contribute to the cost of rent. Donations will always be 100% voluntary though! 💛 WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY 🗣 “I feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting what’s right and wrong” - Ekam 🗣 “I got hooked from day 1 (the topic was authority) and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.” - Daniel **🤓 FAQ** * ​What will we talk about? What's the topic? ​The topic for the week is shared every Sunday in the Whatsapp group. We try to add the topic to the comment section on this event page as well but if you don’t see it, the topic and the jump-off points will be in our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS). * Do I need to study or read anything to attend? No preparation is necessary. This isn’t a study of other thinkers. We want to know what YOU think about the topic, not what an old philosopher thought. If you have a perspective from a religion or a school of thought to share, throw it on the table and we’ll discuss it, but it's not required. * Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on? The goal of our meet-ups is to not have dogmatic discussions, and flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school. * Is it mostly men that attend? Surprisingly, no! Although philosophy is seen as a Candelabra affair in a dark room with a bunch of guys, our Practical Philosophy meetups are generally 50/50 between genders, and we don’t meet in any dark rooms. * Can I come alone? Of course you can, we encourage it :) * Can I be late? Please don't be! We do have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, but after that if you arrive too late, it disrupts the flow of the conversation. * Where do you meet? The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS) group for this location. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you join the Whatsapp group! If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/). **PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY - Making Philosophy Available To All.** ✨ Practical Philosophy hosts weekly, in-person meetups in over 20 countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! 🗺️ \*\*\* Join our [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS) 👈 Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈 Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈

Join Live Share and Care (with Adventures Unlimited) for a weekend trekking adventure that combines nature exploration and community care. Inspired by our previous successful events like "Walk for Nature, Dine for Inclusion" and "City Walk: From Gardens to Heartlands", this adventure promises to be a fulfilling experience. Whether you are a seasoned trekker or a beginner looking to connect with like-minded individuals, this event is open to all who share a passion for exploring outdoor activities, old school foodcourt and senior folks in need , making a positive impact. We will walk along East coast park beach to Tanjong Rhu Lookout Tower ending at old Golden Mile food center. Supporting Pack2treat food distribution for senior folks at Geylang Bahru Come join us for a memorable weekend filled with adventure, camaraderie, and a sense of purpose. Please read this #1 - This is a number-controlled event. Please come only if you are on the attending list. #2 - We will move out at 0830 sharp. We are not able to wait for late-comers. #3 - As this is a limited number event, please check your calendar and make sure you can come before you RSVP. Do not change your attendance at the last minute and deny someone else who genuinely wishes to come.

Hi all\~ Join me for our next Korean class on Korean calligraphy (seoye). We’ll learn different styles and get some hands on practice too! As always, register via WhatsApp to reserve your spots. Seating is limited!

Please click [https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1GC6X7o6eM/](https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1GC6X7o6eM/) for trip details. [Registration closes 19th February 2026 or when hiking permit runs out, whichever is earlier] For trip payment & confirmation, kindly WhatsApp: Kelvin [https://wa.me/6593838649](https://wa.me/6593838649) or Magdalene [https://wa.me/6597914105](https://wa.me/6597914105) For more adventure trips, please click: [https://linktr.ee/wlcadventure](https://linktr.ee/wlcadventure)

***Ready for sign-up!*** Question? [WhatsApp organizer](http://wa.link/j2at9z) ➡️ Pay to secure a slot Min. 15 pax to confirm. **What will you experience?** **Seaside living, the rustic style**: 2 easy yet scenic coastal hikes, 1 night camping by the sea, learn some basic survival skills & cook your own dinner with team effort. **INTRODUCTION** The Selantai and Pulau Mawar hike in Mersing, Johor, is a short yet scenic coastal trail renowned for its dramatic rock formations, crystal-clear blue waters, and tranquil, untouched beaches. The route passes through coastal shrubs, sandy stretches, and rocky outcrops before reaching the iconic **“Heaven’s Gate (天堂之门)”** rocks at Pulau Mawar—one of the area’s most photogenic spots. It’s an easy-to-moderate hike suitable for beginners, offering beautiful sunrise views and a peaceful, nature-rich escape by the sea. **[Drone video of Heaven's Gate: CLICK](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBu_W4OSp_N/)** People flock to Pulau Mawar undoubtedly for the Heaven’s Gate view – a huge rock arch that opens to the view of the South China Sea. In Malay, it is also known as Gerbang Laut or in Chinese, “天堂之门”, which means “Door to Heaven”. Don’t be deceived by the photo; the actual rock arch is a lot bigger than it looks. **=> [Read more here](https://1step1footprint.com/pulau-mawar-heavens-gate/)** Pulau Mawar is located at the tip of Pantai Mawar beach, just a 30-minute drive north of Mersing Town/Jetty. Many years ago, it was indeed an island separated by a small strait from the mainland. However, after years of alternating high and low tides, a sandbank forms, connecting Pantai Mawar to Pulau Mawar. So, it is not a *Pulau,* an island anymore – totally accessible on foot! **Bukit Selantai** is a short but rewarding coastal hill hike known for its sweeping sea views and peaceful natural setting. The trail climbs gently through light forest and rocky terrain before opening up to panoramic vistas of the coastline, offshore islands, and turquoise waters. Suitable for beginners with a moderate fitness level. **[The hiking video](https://youtu.be/B34L21HUDBw)** **[For drone video, click](https://www.tiktok.com/@dronecococil/video/7536101625736269073)** **Cost, SGD: $ 245 / pax [2 pax in a tent]** 1. Extra SGD 15 for a single tent 2. Min 15 pax to confirm. Max 20 3. Kids aged below 12 in 2026 get $5 discount **Cost Includes :** * 2-way Air-Con VIP Coach * Private vehicle Pickup from & Return to Marsiling MRT station * Certified & licensed mountain guides for **2 hikes** * **Campsite rental with shower facilities** * **Three-man tent for 2 pax** [Washed] * **Pack lunch for day 1 hike - Selantai, 2 km** * **Field Cooked BBQ dinner & breakfast** * **Fruits**, **Kopi** & **Tea** [day 1 lunch on the summit] * **Basic skills training**: fire-starting, water filtration, simple first aid bandage * Entrance & permit fee * First aid kit by the guide * Radio communication equipment * SANL Founder, TS Chua * Our Management & Operational costs **Excludes :** * Meals not stated * Travel Insurance (highly recommended) * All personal expenses * All others not mentioned above * **DAY** 1️⃣ => **6 am departure from Marsiling Station bus stop -** Cross Custom * 2.5 hours drive to Mersing * Quick stop to pack local breakfast & toilet break * Meet at the **Selantai** trailhead & start Hike [bag leave in our private coach] * Enjoy a packed Lunch by the guide with fruit, hot kopi & tea provided at the summit * End hike - transfer to campsite for shower - set up tent * Basic survival training * Enjoy the seaside and sunset * DIY & team-cooked dinner: BBQ and team effort for Bonfire * Enjoy the cool night sea breeze and the starry night * * **DAY** 2️⃣ * Breakfast cooked by the guide * Dismantle the tent & pack up * Hike to **[Pulau Mawar](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBu_W4OSp_N/) \- Haven's Gate\, 2 km** * Drive to Mersing town for a shower & get your own lunch * Reach Marsiling Important: Ensure you have **valid travel insurance** Zoom Travel International Pte Ltd STB license TA# 02902

So this month's prompt is more general. I think we can all agree that we are living in "unique" times that require coping skills. I think that one role and/or purpose of philosophy is to help us deal with our daily lives and our "unique" times. So, let's share our feelings and thoughts about which philosopher/philosophy we turn to in order to deal with our crazy events. Who/what helps you stay focused in your daily life and helps you sleep at night. I find that Stoicism with a little philosophical pessimism mixed in goes a long way in helping me deal with what I see as very destructive, fearful and mean spirited public policies at both the state and federal levels. Hope to see you on March 28th!

Window functions have nothing to do with the Windows operating system but provide a “window” to a result set when used in SQL queries. They are powerful, set-based methods to view data in unexpected ways. Window functions provide easy, set-based solutions to solve some common problems: * Using running totals * Performing operations in intervals * Identifying data gaps and islands * Performing aggregates without losing detail Many people are confused by window functions and do not know how to use them properly. This session will explore window functions, how they work, and how to use them. Demonstrations with several examples will solidify how window functions can simplify queries and make them more powerful.