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**AI & Coffee — Microsoft Edition** is a special happy-hour format of the AI & Coffee community, focused on how AI is evolving **inside the Microsoft ecosystem** and how companies are actually using these tools in practice. **25th February, Wednesday** ⏰ **18h30–20h30** **Updown Bar - Grund** *(Private area downstairs eserved for our group)* This edition is inspired by members of the community who are actively deploying AI within companies that rely on Microsoft tools — and who suggested creating a dedicated space to exchange experiences, questions, and insights. ☕ **Topics may include:** • AI features and evolution within Microsoft tools • How companies are using Copilot, automation, and AI-assisted workflows • Real experiences, challenges, and learnings from inside organizations • How AI is changing daily work for teams using the Microsoft ecosystem **Who’s welcome?** Professionals working with Microsoft tools, people curious about AI in enterprise environments, entrepreneurs, developers, consultants — and anyone interested in how AI is being adopted in real business contexts. No deep technical expertise required. **What to expect** • Relaxed, after-work happy hour atmosphere • Open conversations (no presentations, no sales pitches) • Practical insights from people using AI in companies • New connections across industries and roles ** The event is free to attend.** **Drinks and food are at your own expense.**

Four makers share their projects in embedded systems, robotics, and microcontroller electronics. Come, listen, ask questions, and learn in a friendly and entertaining environment. Demos can go wrong, so enjoy the jeopardy as our presenters tell their story. * **Fun with Furbies**: [Mike Brewer](https://www.linkedin.com/in/magarimike/) Mike brings us back to the 1990s Furbies craze but hacks them to bring them under his control * **When Machines Sing**: Designing a Robot Choir: [Richard Vahrman](https://www.youtube.com/@RichardVahrman/videos) A short talk and live demo exploring the Robot Choir: an experimental performance system that treats robotic voices as a choir rather than an instrument. * **Drifting with Dignity**: My Macanum Drive Journey: [Jon Durrant](https://youtube.com/@drjonea) From a custom RP2040 quad motor control to Inverse Kinematics and the Robot Operating System control. Lets start the journey * **Breaking Breadboards at Evolve26**: [Mike Brewer](https://www.linkedin.com/in/magarimike/) We will have an area again at Evolve26 on 26-Jun-26 at the Brighton Centre. We would like your thoughts on how to make this a truly community event. Remeber you can book your ticket with 50% off by using the code **`BREAKINGBREADBOARDS`** [https://evolve.siliconbrighton.com/](https://evolve.siliconbrighton.com/) Timeline: 18:30 Pizza, soft drinks and networking 18:50 Introdutions 19:00 **Fun with Furbies** 19:20 **When Machines Sing** 19:40 **Drifting with Dignity** 20:00 Q&A With the Panel 20:10 **Breaking Breadboards at Evolve26** 20:30 Close Thank you to all the companies who help us put these events on: * [Yair Energy](https://yair.energy/) for helping us fund the event * [Sopro](https://sopro.io/). for helping us fund the event * [Freedom Works](https://www.freedomworks.space/) for hosting us * [Silicon Brighton](https://siliconbrighton.com/) for helping us run, marketing and AV support If you would like to present your project, please get in touch with our organisers. Or why not bring a project along for our show-and-tell table?

Departure: rue des récollets in Diekirch (parking near the church) The trail is about 13km Ascent/descent: 280m Please note that the organizer assumes no responsibility or liability for any injuries, accidents, losses, or damages that may occur during the hike. Participation is at your own risk.

**VERY IMPORTANT!** This Meetup group is mainly for newcomers. **In order to join us and confirm your presence please register to our official team platform:** [https://www.sporteasy.net/en/join/GD1554M/](https://www.sporteasy.net/en/join/GD1554M/) Attention: If you don't register on our official football platform we cannot guarantee that you'll play. **ABOUT THIS GROUP** This is a group for anyone interested in playing outdoor football/soccer. All skill levels are welcome. Our regular players are registered on the official DayStar team platform. If you have a decent skill level and you would like to be part of a dynamic team with a licensed coach and official sponsors, you are welcome. We have always players to organize games and we are looking forward to more players! **REGISTRATION** Register to DayStar team here: https://www.sporteasy.net/en/join/GD1554M/. If you would like to be part of an eleven-a-side football team and to play in the LuxFootball League, you are welcome to our team training. **FOLLOW US** Subscribe to our YouTube channels where you can watch the recorded games: LuxFootball League TV channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYHOLqNtBn11d-E7ZOaljew?sub_confirmation=1 DayStar Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_P6efUSOYVNl7uwbl_v3hw?sub_confirmation=1 Like and follow our Facebook page to find the latest news and events: https://www.facebook.com/daystarfc/ **Where do we play?** We play at the International School of Luxembourg (https://goo.gl/maps/CXTygCWqtcz), on the big synthetic field. If you come for the first time, pay attention to don't confuse with the small fields surrounded by the running track. If you come by car, there is outside free parking. If you come by bus, there are a number of buses that you can take. Check the map (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pL7SyORjZSjfNtJ-Q-RTHfbbieJBOL18/view?usp=sharing) with all the details. **How much does it cost?** You must pay 10 euros before the game.

\*This event will be **ONLINE ONLY** **Are you an experienced tech professional aiming for top-tier roles at MANGA, AI companies, hedge funds or just the next step?** Your experience is solid, but is your CV holding you back? * CV doesn't bring you more interviews ? * Get ghosted often? * Recruiters don't move you forward once they review it? * 100 applications and less than 12 interviews (industry average) Top-tier tech companies receive thousands of applications from qualified candidates. At the senior level, it’s no longer just about listing your skills - it’s about how you frame your impact, leadership, and technical depth. We are bringing in a **Senior Engineer directly from Amazon** to provide insider insights on exactly what hiring managers at major tech firms look for in senior-level applications. **This is not a generic resume workshop.** This is a deep dive into crafting a CV that gets noticed by decision-makers at the highest levels of tech. **What We Will Cover:** * **The MAANG Lens:** How a Senior Amazon Engineer reads a resume * **Impact vs. Duties:** Shifting your CV language to highlight measurable business outcomes rather than just job responsibilities. * **Senior Positioning:** How to effectively structure leadership, architecture, and system design experience. * **The "Red Flags":** Common mistakes that get even highly experienced candidates rejected by ATS or recruiters. **Who Should Attend:** ⚠️ **Please Note:** This event is tailored for **experienced professionals** in the tech industry (e.g., Senior Software Engineers and tech professionals with more than 2 years of experience). **RSVP today to elevate your career prospects.** **Hosted by TopCoding**

**⚡ AI & Coffee – In-Person Meetup in Luxembourg** We’re hosting the next event on Sunday 8th March from 15h00-17h00 in Updown Bar (Downstairs) Based on the great feedback last time, feel free to bring your laptops if you’d like to show your work. People were very open to sharing approaches and projects, which sparked some truly deep conversations. Looking forward to meeting you all again, and also welcoming those who couldn’t make it last time. AI is moving so fast that it’s hard to keep up alone. The best way to make sense of it is by meeting others, exchanging ideas, and hearing fresh perspectives. That’s what this meetup is about. ☕ We’ll gather in a local café for open conversations about: * AI news and trends (what’s real, what’s hype) * Sharing projects, ideas, and feedback * Supporting each other and creating new stories * Building connections with like-minded people **Who’s welcome?** Developers, entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, students, researchers, creatives — and anyone simply curious about AI. **What to expect** * Casual atmosphere, no commitment, no pressure * The host will share small icebreakers and sparks of AI news * The rest is up to you: meet, talk, connect, and exchange The only cost is your own coffee or drink. Bring your curiosity and an open mind — and let’s build one of the most exciting AI communities in the area.

On Sunday 1 March, I have arranged a private guided tour for our group of the Dräi Eechelen Museum, which is located inside the renovated Fort Thüngen and showcases Luxembourgish history from the Middle Ages to the early 1900s. The tour will start at 13:00 sharp, so please aim to be at the museum at least a few minutes early! The 15€ fee includes your museum entry and contribution to the tour guide. To make things smoother on-site, I would appreciate advance payment so we can get straight to learning things the day of :) Please message me to arrange this. See you there!

A standup comedy show for comedy lovers! ️ London-based Mike Capozzola brings New York-style, Italian-flavored comedy to Luxembourg without going to New York! The host and the MC is Ken Park and some of Luxembourg's rising stars will be opening the night in the first half ⚡️ ️ **Tickets:** On sale now on Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leave-the-cannoli-take-the-capozzola-tickets-1982271667920?aff=oddtdtcreator **About Mike Capozzola** *MIKE CAPOZZOLA is a New York-raised / London-based Italian-American comic.* *He's performed in most of the **USA** and in 25 countries across the UK, Europe and Middle East.* *Mike doesn't have **OVER 5M TikTok FOLLOWERS** or an appearance on **'Mock My Ten Cats,'** just decades of real-world comedy chops and **actual** credits.* *"Hilarious... Twisted!”* **-RICHARD LEWIS** 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' *"The Petersfield audience lapped up Mike's performance and applauded him loudly."* **-PETERSFIELD COMEDY CLUB** *"Mike is a powerhouse headliner”* **-HOT PAPRIKA COMEDY Budapest** *"Charming with a quick wit!”* **\- METRO COMEDY CLUB Prague** *“A brilliant comedian with a dry sense of humor”* **-SAN FRANCISCO SKETCHFEST** **Event Details** When: Friday, February 27th, 8:00pm ⏰ Doors: 19:00 \| Showtime: 20:00 Where: Le Croque Bedaine, Avenue Du Bois, 139 **Why You Should Come** ✅ A hilarious night with one of the best American comedians in Europe✅ Drinks, laughter, and a guaranteed good time Meet & Greet – stick around after the show to meet Mike, grab a photo, or just say hi!

Join us for a relaxed café-style gathering where good conversation, meaningful connections, and positive energy take center stage. Expect cosy vibes, thoughtful prompts, laughter, and a few “aha” moments as we share stories, listen to different perspectives, and reflect on what lifts us up in everyday life. **Optional :** * How does the brain process happiness? Which parts of the brain are activated? * a game related to the topic

Let’s meet on the last day of February for a gentle, warm, and slightly unpredictable afternoon together. This meetup is for people who enjoy meaningful conversations, emotional awareness, and authentic exchanges, the kind that leave you feeling both lighter and more alive. What to expect A small circle of open-minded humans, with tea, coffee, or food in hand, sharing self-reflection, philosophy, psychology or simply ideas and inspirations that arise naturally in the moment. There is no fixed topic. The conversation flows on its own. To give you a sense, here are some topics that emerged last time: - If you have lived in different places and cultures for many years, can you still define your origin as where you were born? - How to find peace and calm (inspired by Indian philosophy). - If someone behaves differently from most people in a system, are they wrong? (I’ve shared my perspective on this topic [[click here](https://www.instagram.com/p/DTqk5t6Avy_/?igsh=MXBhemd5ZTE1dnFzcQ==) ], feel free to add your own in comments . ) - Where would you like to spend your retirement, and why? - How to position yourself as an expat in a country like Luxembourg. - Cultural differences around complaining: in some cultures it’s negative, in others it’s seen as necessary for change. - Human energy, presence, and “frequency” — and how we influence it. - … and more. Practical details Venue: Bouneweger Stuff Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Time: 15:00 – 17:00 Group size: 12 people ☕ Food & drinks: Everyone orders and pays individually (If you can’t attend, please cancel so someone else can take the spot.) If you enjoy authentic connection, gentle humour, openness to different perspectives, and conversations that have a life of their own - you are very welcome to join. ✨

Friday evening sketching session at Villa Vauban. Every friday Villa Vauban is free between 6-9pm. We willl have a monthly sketch & sip session (in that order :)) using a specific room/painting in the museum. Agenda: 6-8pm drawing/sketching 8-9pm sip your favorite wine, beer etc in a bar/restaurant in the city centre. Join the whatsapp group to keep informed and share your work: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CDtDO1GurPrA4ceFPePeQb

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)

Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to: * develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment * share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other * learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas

Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to: * develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment * share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other * learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas

## Overview Networking event for aspiring school leaders interested in building their own high-quality K-12 public school in their community. **About the Event:** Aspiring school founders in the Columbus, OH, area are invited to join us for this special in-person networking event where you will be able to ask questions, learn more about the BES Fellowship and make sure you are prepared for the application process and beyond. In addition to meeting like-minded leaders who are also committed to transforming education and bringing a high-quality K-12 option to their community, you’ll have the opportunity to meet our team and gain special insights from Dr. Chaundria Smith, BES Senior Director of Fellowship Coaching, who works closely to support BES Fellows. During this event, you can also learn more about the various regions across Ohio we are prioritizing for the BES Fellowship to ensure that new schools will respond to the needs of their community. **About the BES Fellowship:** Leaders in the BES Fellowship embark on a multi-year process to design, found, and lead an excellent K-12 public school that reflects and responds to community needs. We are currently accepting applications to the 2026 BES Fellowship. The extended deadline is March 30, and the 2026 Cohort will begin August 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all spots are filled. Learn more at [bes.org/fellowship](http://bes.org/fellowship "http://bes.org/fellowship").

**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)

**\*\*\*\* More details and sign up at: https://aifalliance.org/summit-2026/ \*\*\*\*** **What is AI Freedom Alliance?** AI Freedom Alliance promotes the responsible growth of AI guided by practical, commonsense ethics. Our nonprofit is built by professionals from a wide range of industries and is made up entirely of small- and mediumbusiness representatives—never large tech companies. We provide a counterbalance to big corporate influence, focusing instead on how AI can benefit businesses and the world at large. **What’s Happening?** ***The inaugural AI Freedom Alliance Summit.*** This full-day event will explore how we can ensure AI is adopted responsibly through shared ethical standards that empower humanity. The summit will feature interactive and educational sessions led by thought leaders, technologists, policymakers, and advocates who are passionate about making AI fair, transparent, and beneficial for everyone. **Why Attend?** Learn about the legal and technical challenges with implementing AI solutions within your organization. Build better solutions while protecting your organization from legal and compliance risks. And learn how to think strategically about AI as a differentiation tool for your business. This summit is highly recommended for C-Suite leaders to learn as well as interact with each other and our sponsors.

* Who Can Attend \* The Central Ohio .Net Developers Group meetings are free and open to the public! All developers; professional, student, and hobbyist are welcome and encouraged to attend. * When we meet \* The Central Ohio .Net Developers Group meets on the 4th Thursday of every month. * Where we meet \* Please check our Meetup group link below for the latest location details! * Join our Meetup Group \* https://www.meetup.com/Central-Ohio-NET-Developers-Group-CONDG/