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**[ProductTank London](https://www.meetup.com/producttank/) and [One Knight in Product](https://www.oneknightinproduct.com/) are excited to host [Nesrine Changuel](https://nesrine-changuel.com/) for the launch of her new book Product Delight!** **We'll meet IN-PERSON at The Stepstone Group’s [office](https://www.thestepstonegroup.com/english/careers/our-offices/london/) in Southwark, London. At our event, each in-person attendee will receive a free copy of Nesrine's new book [Product Delight](http://www.productdelightbook.com/). And Nesrine will sign your book for you!** **Too many products compete only on features and functionality. But customers don’t just buy and use products; they form emotional connections with them.** **In her talk, Nesrine will share advice from her book on:** **⭐ Why delight is the secret ingredient that separates good products from great ones** **🎯 How emotional connection drives customer loyalty and advocacy** **🛠️ Practical techniques to design experiences that delight** **📈 Real-world examples of companies that win by standing out emotionally** **💡 How to apply these lessons to your own product strategy and roadmap** **You can learn more about her book at [productdelightbook.com](https://productdelightbook.com/) .** **Join us for an informative and engaging session! There will be drinks, nibbles and networking after the talk.** **SCHEDULE** * **6:00 to 7:00 pm: Nesrine signs books, plus networking and drinks / nibbles** * **7:00 pm: to 8pm: Talk + Q&A** * **8:00 to 9:00 pm: Networking and drinks / nibbles** # ABOUT The SPONSORS Miro We are grateful to [Miro](https://miro.com/page/product-leaders/?utm_campaign=amer-26-us-se-hi-c3_dsp-lean_product_meetup&utm_source=eventexternal&utm_medium=event&src=-event_amer) for sponsoring books for in-person attendees! [Miro](https://miro.com/page/product-leaders/?utm_campaign=amer-26-us-se-hi-c3_dsp-lean_product_meetup&utm_source=eventexternal&utm_medium=event&src=-event_amer) helps your teams break free from work silos, repetitive meetings, endless feedback cycles, and missed launch deadlines. Streamline ways of working at every stage of product development, from strategy to outcome, with time-saving AI at every step. Miro's unified workspace helps you find alignment that sticks, build what customers really want, and ship it faster. [Learn more about Miro](https://miro.com/page/product-leaders/?utm_campaign=amer-26-us-se-hi-c3_dsp-lean_product_meetup&utm_source=eventexternal&utm_medium=event&src=-event_amer) Jira product discovery We are grateful to Atlassian's [Jira Product Discovery](https://www.atlassian.com/software/jira/product-discovery?utm_source=&utm_medium=comarketing&utm_campaign=P:atlassian%7CO:%7CI:lean-product%7C) for sponsoring books for in-person attendees! Product teams aren’t short on ideas—they’re missing a system. Ideas are everywhere—in spreadsheets, messages, and docs. Prioritization is inconsistent, and product managers lack confidence they’re building the right thing. [Jira Product Discovery](https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/dan-olsen/delight) puts feedback, priori tization, and roadmapping into one place. Capture insights, prioritize with context, and build roadmaps connected to delivery in Jira. No scattered tools. No endless updates. The result: product managers prioritize based on outcomes, stakeholders see the why behind the roadmap, and teams get time back and the confidence to build the right thing. Learn more about [Jira Product Discovery](https://www.atlassian.com/software/jira/product-discovery?utm_source=&utm_medium=comarketing&utm_campaign=P:atlassian%7CO:%7CI:lean-product%7C) Alloy Prototype with your real product using [Alloy](https://alloy.app/). Just capture your product from the browser, make changes with AI chat, and see results that instantly match your design system. Say goodbye to App Builders, and try the first AI Prototyping tool purpose-built for Product Managers. The Stepstone Group We’re delighted to be hosted by The Stepstone Group’s Product team in their 9th-floor office at the Blue Fin Building, just steps from the Tate Modern and boasting panoramic views of the River Thames. The Stepstone Group is a leading global recruitment and job technology company, dedicated to connecting people with the right opportunities. With a presence in over 30 countries and a portfolio of 20+ brands, Stepstone leverages innovative technology and AI-driven solutions to help employers find top talent and job seekers discover the perfect role. Committed to making hiring more efficient, fair, and impactful, Stepstone is driven by the mission of “the right job for everyone” and a focus on innovation, integrity, and long-term success in the world of work.

This week we'll discuss chapter 1 of [How Language Began](https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Language-Began-Humanitys-Invention/dp/1781253935/ref=sr_1_1?crid=27SNUKXPY1BWO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.pTtn5alJgGZxLimiVijnr1oxTj0AiKpPdpaaVkIUio1hwzPu48_laQFrsnpFEGZMkWvnwbcALfmeyhyeuVQbcNCtoB6oD_Bg6K-GRhzBWrI.g5fzcdJdVKVgxgrTe1s6wn3c6dilMbYkHbhe_yGuzbQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=how+language+began&qid=1768693702&s=books&sprefix=how+language+began%2Cstripbooks%2C90&sr=1-1), by Daniel Everett. In this work Everett presents his views about the origin of language -- that it is a culturally evolved tool for communication, not the product of innate biological instinct or pre-wired universal grammar. Please read the chapter before attending.

**Welcome to Networx London!** Are you a business owner, entrepreneur, or tech professional passionate about health, wellness, and nutrition innovation? Join **HealthTech & Nutrition Network**, a relaxed and engaging evening designed for founders, leaders, and innovators transforming the future of healthcare, nutrition, and wellness. Whether you're a CEO, executive, investor, health tech developer, nutrition expert, or aspiring founder, this is your space to connect with like-minded professionals and spark new opportunities. We start at 6:30 PM with a warm welcome and light icebreakers to get conversations flowing, followed by open networking all evening. No formal pitches—just real connections, fresh ideas, and meaningful relationships in a friendly, laid-back setting. 📍 **The Otherist – Liverpool Street** is a stylish and contemporary venue located just minutes from Liverpool Street Station. Known for its modern decor, comfortable ambiance, and excellent facilities, it’s a favorite spot for professional networking, social events, and after-work meetups. With a central City location, The Otherist offers easy access and is surrounded by vibrant restaurants, cafes, and bars, making it an ideal setting for dynamic and engaging gatherings. 📅 **Event Schedule** **18:30 – 19:00 \| Welcome** Kick off with a warm intro and fun icebreakers to set the tone. **19:00 – 19:30 \| Meet & Greet**Mingle and network in an open, friendly setting. **19:30 – 21:30 \| Informal Networking** Free-flowing, informal networking all evening—no sales, no pressure. Just authentic connections with amazing people. 💼 **Bring Your Business Cards!** Want people to know what you do? Bring your business cards and share your story. It’s a great way for others to remember you and follow up after the event. 📝 **Have an idea for future events?** We want to hear from you! If there's a specific theme, industry focus, or type of event you’d love to see, let us know. We’ll have a dedicated space with a suggestion sheet where you can write down what you're looking for. Our team will review everything and work step-by-step to make it happen! 💡 **Why Attend?** Connect with HealthTech, nutrition, and wellness professionals in a relaxed and dynamic setting. Discover career opportunities, meet innovative companies, and exchange insights with peers. Get inspired by new ideas and find partners, clients, or investors to grow your startup, project, or business in the health and wellness space. **Who Should Attend:** This event is perfect for anyone looking to expand their professional network, grow their venture, or gain fresh perspectives from a diverse mix of HealthTech founders, nutrition experts, wellness entrepreneurs, developers, investors, and innovators. **🎟 Tickets & Entry:** To avoid the venue getting overcrowded and ensure everyone enjoys an amazing night, we've introduced a small ticket price to keep things running smoothly. **Limited spots!** Register today and hit **Follow** for updates on future weekly events. 📸 **Event Photography** Please note that photos and videos may be taken for promotional purposes. 📸 \*\*Follow us on Instagram for updates and event news:\*\*👉 [@networxldn](https://www.instagram.com/networxldn/ "https://www.instagram.com/networxldn/") 🔗 \*\*Join our WhatsApp group to connect before and after the event:\*\*👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GisOCaIiMeKEehV5Lv7qxg](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GisOCaIiMeKEehV5Lv7qxg "https://chat.whatsapp.com/GisOCaIiMeKEehV5Lv7qxg") 📲 \*\*Follow us on Eventbrite for updates and future Networx London events:\*\*👉 [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/networxlondon-111633223561](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/networxlondon-111633223561 "https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/networxlondon-111633223561")

**Details 🚀** This meetup is a **social coding jam** where we use AI to quickly turn fun ideas into functional prototypes. Whether you’re an experienced developer or have never written a line of code, you’ll fit right in. You can use any AI tools you like: **Google AI Studio, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Replit**, whatever! And see what you can build together before the last orders 🍻 👉 Join our global Discord chat! [https://discord.gg/5R9YwvEr](https://discord.gg/5R9YwvEr) **Format 🛠️** After an opening presentation by vibe coding experts Erfan Izadi and Abhinav, we’ll be teaming up in small groups (2–3 people). Everyone gets the same open-ended challenge (or a choice between two), and then it’s heads-down building with your teammates. The goal is to **vibe, learn from each other, and see where the collaboration takes us.** **New to vibe coding? ✨** No worries! We begin with a simple starter guide with example prompts and tips so even total beginners can dive in without stress. *** **Schedule 🕒** *(Doors open early so we can settle in — aim to arrive by 6:50 PM so we can kick off on time)* * **7:00** – Presentation: Erfan Izadi and Abhinav (founders @ The Movie App) 🎤 * **7:15** – Assignment + team formation 🤝 * **7:15** – **Round 1:** Build together 💻 * **8:00** – Break (grab a drink, swap ideas, hang out) 🍺 * **8:20** – **Round 2:** Keep building 🏗️ * **8:50** – Optional demos 📺 * **9:10** – Hang out, network, make friends ✌️ *** **Who is it for?** **Anyone!** Curious coders, tinkerers, designers, artists, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to explore AI-powered creativity in a fun, social pub setting. **What to bring:** * **Laptop!** 💻 * **Vibes** ⚡ **Location 📍** **The Reliance** 336 Old St, London EC1V 9DR · London 👉 **No pressure, no gatekeeping.** Just good people, fun ideas, and some fast-paced collaborative building.

**Welcome to Networx London!** Are you a business owner, entrepreneur, or tech professional passionate about the future of sports, fitness, and wellness? Join **Sports, Fitness & Wellness Startups & Tech Networking**, an evening designed for innovators, founders, and professionals shaping the next generation of health and performance experiences. Whether you're building a fitness app, running a wellness brand, investing in sports tech, or leading a health-focused startup this is your space to connect, share ideas, and explore collaborations. Expect a relaxed, inspiring atmosphere where meaningful conversations lead to real opportunities across fitness technology, sports innovation, wearables, wellness platforms, and performance coaching. We start at **6:30 PM** with a warm welcome and light icebreakers to get conversations flowing, followed by **open networking all evening**. No formal pitches—just real connections, fresh ideas, and meaningful relationships in a friendly, laid-back setting. 📍 **The Otherist – Liverpool Street** is a stylish and contemporary venue located just minutes from Liverpool Street Station. Known for its modern decor, comfortable ambiance, and excellent facilities, it’s a favorite spot for professional networking, social events, and after-work meetups. With a central City location, The Otherist offers easy access and is surrounded by vibrant restaurants, cafes, and bars, making it an ideal setting for dynamic and engaging gatherings. 📅 **Event Schedule** **18:30 – 19:00 \| Welcome** Kick off with a warm intro and fun icebreakers to set the tone. **19:00 – 19:30 \| Meet & Greet** Mingle and network in an open, friendly setting. **19:30 – 21:30 \| Informal Networking** Free-flowing, informal networking all evening—no sales, no pressure. Just authentic connections with amazing people. 💼 **Bring Your Business Cards!** Want people to know what you do? Bring your business cards and share your story. It’s a great way for others to remember you and follow up after the event. 📝 **Have an idea for future events?** We want to hear from you! If there's a specific theme, industry focus, or type of event you’d love to see, let us know. We’ll have a dedicated space with a suggestion sheet where you can write down what you're looking for. Our team will review everything and work step-by-step to make it happen! 💡 **Why Attend?** Connect with sports tech founders, wellness innovators, fitness entrepreneurs, and health-focused leaders in a relaxed and dynamic setting. Discover new career and partnership opportunities, meet companies transforming the fitness, wellness, and sports industries, and exchange insights with professionals shaping the future of health, performance, and wellbeing. Get inspired by fresh ideas, find partners, clients, or investors, and spark collaborations that drive real impact in the world of fitness and wellness. **Who Should Attend:** This event is perfect for founders, co-founders, entrepreneurs, startup leaders, investors, sports scientists, wellness experts, fitness tech innovators, and business leaders looking to expand their network, grow their ventures, or gain new perspectives from a vibrant mix of sports, fitness, and wellness pioneers and changemakers. **🎟 Tickets & Entry:** To avoid the venue getting overcrowded and ensure everyone enjoys an amazing night, we've introduced a small ticket price to keep things running smoothly. **Limited spots!** Register today and hit **Follow** for updates on future weekly events. 📸 **Event Photography** Please note that photos and videos may be taken for promotional purposes. 📸 \*\*Follow us on Instagram for updates and event news:\*\*👉 [@networxldn](https://www.instagram.com/networxldn/ "https://www.instagram.com/networxldn/") 🔗 \*\*Join our WhatsApp group to connect before and after the event:\*\*👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GisOCaIiMeKEehV5Lv7qxg](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GisOCaIiMeKEehV5Lv7qxg "https://chat.whatsapp.com/GisOCaIiMeKEehV5Lv7qxg") 📲 \*\*Follow us on Eventbrite for updates and future Networx London events:\*\*👉 [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/networxlondon-111633223561](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/networxlondon-111633223561 "https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/networxlondon-111633223561")

Hi new friends and old! We're baaack! As a smaller group, we make meaningful connections with like-minded data professionals. Lifelong friendships are forged along the way! Whether you're new in town, want to expand your social circle, get into the data and AI space, or see a friend you know, this is the place to be! No guest speakers nor rigid agenda, just a casual meetup and lots of fun conversation! 🥳 See you soon! NOTE: Please remember to bring your ID with you, as all guests must be of legal age to enter the venue. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **💼 Looking for Work?** If you're a data professional looking for work, check out Datalytes. Building your profile there helps potential employers find you based on your skills. There's also a cash reward if you have a friend you could refer. Check out [https://datalytes.com](https://datalytes.com) **🤝 Code of Conduct:** The Friendly Data Meetup welcomes all genders, nationalities, ethnicities, backgrounds, identities etc. There is a strict no discrimination policy in adherence to our code of conduct and our guiding principles. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for hateful or antisocial behaviour. In short, be kind to others. Do not insult or put down others. Behave professionally, don't make others feel uncomfortable. Remember that harassment and sexist, racist, or exclusionary jokes are not appropriate for The Friendly Data Meetup. **🌱 Donations, Volunteers and Patrons Welcome:** The Friendly Data Meetup is completely volunteer run and not for profit. Donations and ideas are very welcome to fund some more exciting activities as summer is coming up! Buy us a coffee or come and chat with us. Support us: https://bit.ly/support-friendly-data-meetup \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **About Us** 🤗 Welcome data professionals and friends! Sometimes, it can be difficult to make friends within the field, and that's what we're all about! We're a group of like minded individuals who understand the highs and lows of working in data and tech. ✅ Our primary goal is to have **higher quality conversations** that are more meaningful, with smaller groups so that we get to spend more attention on each individual. 💯 If you're already reading this, you're definitely welcome! **We welcome everyone**, whether you're already in the data field, looking to get started or just curious! 🗨️ **Bring your friends**, bring your plus ones, we're all just here to have a good laugh and a good chat about the world, even if it isn't always about our work. **Our values:** 📖 **Openness** \- We welcome everyone 🤝 **Trust** \- Build long\-lasting friendships together 💝 **Care** \- Be kind to others and help each other out **Who it's for** \- Data Scientists \- Data Engineers \- Data Analysts \- AI Engineers \- ML Engineers \- Software Engineers \- Data Product Managers \- Financial and Quantitative Modellers \- Entrepreneurs\, Contractors \- Anyone who works with Data \- Anyone looking to get into the space \- Friends **How to Make the Most of the Meetup** The Friendly Data Meetup has one simple purpose - meaningful connections. We're not just a community of people, **we're friends** who get invested in each others lives. We check in on our friends regularly, and personally. So come and join us, **more than just once or twice!**

Nous irons au Corner Cafe (Tate Modern) afin de bavarder en francais apres le travail autour d'un verre. Nous y serons a partir de 18h 30. Une petite participation de £1 sera demandee.

PyTorch isn't just another framework; it's the de-facto standard for Deep Learning. Our community is dedicated to bringing together PyTorch users in London and those with a profound interest in ML and AI. This is your platform to share experiences, network, seek advice, and initiate collaborations. This event is packed with opportunities to learn, connect, and exchange ideas and knowledge with experts from both Revolut and the data industry. Join us for exclusive talks from Revolut speakers and our partner, PyTorch, and dive into the world of Data Science—with a special focus on conversational AI. Here's what you can look forward to at the meet-up. **Speakers** 1\. Stas Bichenko\, CEO at Recombine: "Solving Interruptions in Voice AI" 2\. Anna Baidina \(Revolut\) 3\. Angelo Giacco \(ElevenLabs\) **Event Details:** **Date:** 22th January 2026 **Time:** 18:30 (GMT+4) **Where:** Revolut HQ Office

Our regular social on the fourth Thursday every month, in a Soho bar. Great for new members; very friendly, relaxed atmosphere, definitely social, fun, and happy; not meat-market, just informal chat and optional drinks from the bar. Come say hi and hang out! This is our main regular event. All bi+ people welcome (so including pansexual, m-spec queer etc.), plus supportive partners, anyone bi-curious/questioning, and practicing allies - no biphobia, racism, transphobia or other bigotry allowed! If you have extra needs or questions, please get in touch via Meetup messaging/social media. ⚫ Who/what to expect... Pre-pandemic pub meets were 30-40 people, we're back near those numbers again; there will be a good mix of regulars and first-timers (roughly half and half - always a lot of new faces every time), genders (not too far from an even split of men/women, a few of whom might be trans — of course non-binary people welcome too), a mix of ethnicities similar to or sometimes even more diverse than the London population, and some neurodiversity (not all neurotypical people). The odd couple/+1 too. This keeps it fresh and friendly to all - regulars chat to new folk. New members won't be the only new person (by a long way) so you shouldn't feel left out. If you turn up after the start and it looks like everyone already knows everyone - it only seems like that; its just how friendly we are. We finish late so we're used to people coming and going all through the evening. Most people arrive within the first hour, it's busiest at 9-9.30pm but a crowd is around til at least 10pm, often later (sometimes even a handful til closing). ⚫ Social Media / Further details: We also use Twitter/a little Instagram and a Facebook Page for news, issues, updates and activism from the community in London and further afield. The group accounts are happy to be tagged for bi content but respect individuals' privacy (eg. avoid identifying anyone without consent). Official events always on Meetup, but links often shared on social media and LinkedIn/our Discord chat server. Twitter @londonbi / Instagram @londonbisexualsmeetup / Facebook Page and LinkedIn: London Bisexuals Meetup Group (all use our logo). Links via our campsite bio (bottom of list): https://campsite.bio/londonbi After the meet finishes (between events), continue the chat via our Discord server (needs a separate account): https://discord.gg/PvZBDVu or official WhatsApp group (ask for invite/check comments here sometimes).

**Bi, Pan & Queer Women’s Games Night** This is a chilled evening for bisexual, pansexual, and queer women to hang out, play board or card games, sip wine (BYO to share!), snack on treats (please bring some too), and enjoy some laughs in good company. *** **Theme: Cat Attack 🐾😼** Celebrate the grace, independence, and curiosity of cats with an evening of sleek, clever games and snacks that are a little mysterious, a little indulgent. Cat Attack is all about keeping your 9 kitty lives and the sly, smooth energy of our feline friends—so bring your cat ears and any snacks with a touch of luxury or spice to get ready for some cunning gameplay. 🐱🍣🧶 *** **Important Details** 🗓 Location: Sent by PM 🚇 1 min from Borough (Northern Line) or 10 mins from London Bridge ⚠️ RSVP is mandatory — spaces are very limited. Only those who RSVP will receive the exact address via private message on Meetup. Please enable PM notifications.

Our next Experimentation London Meetup will take place on **Wednesday 21st January 2026**. Please visit our [Experimentation London website](https://www.experimentationlondon.com/) for all the details and to get your FREE ticket. We have a fantastic lineup with several speakers, including: Sebastian Ankargren, Senior Data Scientist at Spotify Luke Frake, Senior Product Manager (Growth) at Spotify Johan Söderholm, Senior Customer Success Engineer at Confidence by Spotify There will also be a Spotify Q&A session! To help us manage the capacity of the space (and ensure we have the right amount of food and drink for everyone), please sign up for your ticket on our [Experimentation London website](https://www.experimentationlondon.com/), and bring your PDF ticket with you. \-\-\- **Location** *Central London location - see full address and details on the [Experimentation London website](https://www.experimentationlondon.com/)* \-\-\- **Agenda** 6:00 PM - Welcome drinks, pizza and networking 6:30 PM - Sebastian Ankargren 7:00 PM - Short break 7:15 PM - Spotify Q&A Session with Luke Frake, Johan Söderholm & Sebastian Ankargren 7:45 PM - More Networking 8:30 PM - Official end \-\-\- **Event & Speaker Guidelines** * No Sales Pitches: Our group is a space for genuine connections and learning. Tell stories. * Respect and Open-Mindedness: Embrace diversity, treat everyone with respect, and value different perspectives. * Community Spirit: Engage positively to build a supportive and collaborative community.

🚨 Spoiler alert: We built the space we couldn’t find. A place where you show up alone, say hi first, and meet new people naturally. We celebrate the curious and the hungry—if you’re ready to expand your circle, you’re in the right place. Ps. You can check us out on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/_balancers/)🚨 🎉 Get ready for another Social at The Otherist! **To get the full experience, just [download our app 📲](https://onelink.to/balancers)—you’ll be able to connect with others, grab the best ticket deals, track the rewards you win, and relive the night through our photo gallery.** Here\`s the plan: 🔥 **7:30 PM – Spark Conversation Begins** Head to the welcome desk to grab your **Spark Conversation game**—your key to breaking the ice in a fun and effortless way! Play the challenge, connect with new people, and **win golden coins for free drinks!** ✨ **Keep the connections going!** ***[Download our app](https://onelink.to/balancers)*** to track your rewards and stay in touch with the people you meet after the event! 🎲 **9:00 PM – Choose Your Vibe:** * **Games Area:** Jump into **silly, lighthearted games—no skills needed!** just jump in, have a laugh, and win prizes! Every week, we feature a **new game** to keep things fresh and fun. 🎉 * **Mingling Zone:** Prefer a relaxed vibe? Grab a drink, chat, and connect in a more laid-back setting. * **Beer Pong & Jenga:** Feeling playful? Challenge someone to a **fun match** and enjoy some friendly competition. * **Welcome Desk:** Need help? Our friendly hosts are here for you! 🎶 **10:00 PM – The Night Turns Up** The vibe picks up! The DJ sets the mood with timeless tunes and crowd favourites, keeping the energy high. Whether you're singing along, swaying to the rhythm, or just soaking in the atmosphere, let the music bring the night to life! ✨ **Pro Tips:** ✅ Start early with **Spark Conversation** to meet people right away. ✅ Explore different areas and find the vibe that suits you. ✅📲 **Download our free [app](https://onelink.to/balancers)** to **track your rewards from the games** throughout the night and stay connected with the people you meet after the event. ### **Important Reminders:** 🔹 **After-party?** Bring your **ID!** 🔹 **Stay connected:** [Join our ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IJKXDkwUTlmDsYTOCIUg7O)**[WhatsApp group \[here\]](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IJKXDkwUTlmDsYTOCIUg7O)**[ for last-minute updates.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IJKXDkwUTlmDsYTOCIUg7O) 🔹 **Coming alone?** Most people do. You don’t need a plus-one to have a great Saturday. Our hosts are on the floor to get you involved in the games and challenges as soon as you arrive. We make it easy to start those first conversations so you can connect with the room naturally. *Remember, our pillars are Openness, Respect, Kindness and Authenticity.* *Attendance at this event is subject to our [Code of Conduct](https://www.balancers.app/code-of-conduct) and [Terms of Service](https://www.balancers.app/term-of-service). By joining, you may receive emails about Balancers events and community updates. You can unsubscribe at any time.*

**Important:** Register on the [event website](https://luma.com/fmjv8ft4?utm_content=ai%20camp&utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter)[ ](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2025110510)is required for admission. (RSVP on meetup is turned off) Join **Together AI and Black Forest Labs** for the AI workshop, bringing together practitioners and researchers interested in model customization. Join **Max Ryabinin**, VP of Research & Development at Together AI, and **Stephen Batifol**, Developer Advocate at Black Forest Labs, for an evening of in-depth technical talks covering recent advances in reasoning with language models and fine-tuning diffusion-based image models. **Talk 1 (Max Ryabinin): Escaping the Verifier: Learning to Reason via Demonstrations** * ​Leveraging Inverse RL to train reasoning language models * ​Jointly optimizing the critic and the policy through an adversarial game * ​How to stabilize adversarial RL with a relativistic objective * ​Strong empirical gains on both non-verifiable and verifiable benchmarks **Talk 2 (Stephen Batifol): LoRA for diffusion image models** * ​How LoRA behaves in diffusion models * ​Choosing effective LoRA hyperparameters for images and how they impact visual quality vs. overfitting * ​Data strategies for high‑quality image LoRAs and diagnosing common failure modes ​ **Agenda**: * ​​18:00–18:15 Welcome reception * ​​18:15–19:15 Escaping the Verifier: Learning to Reason via Demonstrations * ​​19:30–20:30 LoRA for diffusion image models * ​20:30–Close Networking

2026 may be the last year many developers write code by hand. We need coding agents to solve complex problems in production codebases, but vibe coding alone won’t get us there. Vibe coding is all gas, no brakes. It burns up the context window until the agent slips on its own slop. You can go fast at first, but the more you stuff into the context window, the more tangled its outputs get. While the industry is rapidly increasing code generation speed, we still have to understand, review, merge, and maintain what gets shipped. This talk featuring Michael Geiger will outline how coding agents (Claude Code + Gas Town) work and a framework for orchestrating them to solve complicated problems in complex codebases. It’s about steering the model: doing the research to align intent, planning the approach up front, implementing in parallel steps, and breaking early. Human judgment still matters, but it should be spent on high-leverage decisions: what to build, what to forbid, and “what is quality?”, not cleaning up slop. Attendees will leave with a checklist to identify workflow and environment gaps that hold agents back, so you and your team can ship higher-quality software starting tomorrow.

WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.

**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** GitHub Copilot is rapidly changing how developers write, understand, and maintain code. Powered by generative AI and deeply integrated into modern development environments, Copilot acts as an intelligent coding assistant, helping developers move faster while maintaining quality and focus. In this session, we’ll explore what GitHub Copilot is, how it works, and where it fits into a real-world developer workflow. We’ll break down what Copilot can (and cannot) do, where it can be used, and how licensing differs for individuals and organizations. Most importantly, this talk goes beyond theory with a live, hands-on demo showcasing Copilot inside the IDE and on GitHub, demonstrating how it can assist with code generation, refactoring, learning new APIs, and accelerating day-to-day development tasks. Designed for developers, technical leads, and engineering managers, this session provides a practical introduction to AI-assisted development, highlights best practices for getting value from Copilot, and closes with guidance on how to continue learning and evolving alongside this rapidly advancing tool. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how GitHub Copilot can enhance productivity, improve developer experience, and fit into modern software teams today, not someday. **YouTube Link** TBA

**We'll have two meetings covering AI - this one is for RStudio** We will review which AI features are linked in for RStudio, and a quick demonstration of using AI to write R code with external AI (such as ChatGPT, ClaudeAI, etc.) The code will be either run on Posit Cloud (RStudio on the web) or in RStudio desktop (from a Github repository). **Location:** The meetup will be at SPARK's ([https://annarborusa.org/](https://annarborusa.org/)) Ann Arbor site: [SPARK HQ (Ann Arbor)](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.google.com/maps/place/Ann*Arbor*SPARK*Headquarters/@42.2792515,-83.7447708,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x883cae3effe193cb:0x5296a53db2a282bf!8m2!3d42.2792515!4d-83.7447708?hl=en-US__;Kysr!!HXCxUKc!3EEdBNXRJKknP6LCGkZetSuEsdtChFojQnOVitFUC5C0fyilqXEbiMstT9ajBR3Cw-55qoFkrElCjQvjMdTxUw$). There is on street parking, and parking at local structures. **This will be a hybrid meeting - the Zoom session starts at 6:30 PM.** **Time:** The doors will be open at 6:00, with pizza and beverages provided. We will have a meet-and-greet-and-pizza session, and then at 6:30 we'll have a presentation. **Zoom information:** https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87236570854?pwd=zhj9DSebB1LaBeam4LFF90OHFVzPrz.1 Passcode: 012862 **If you can't get in, please call me at: 734 223-3307** **Document source:**

## Learn Infrastructure-as-Code (the FUN Way) — Through Minecraft 🎮☁️ **Joint Meetup: Azure CBUS × Columbus HashiCorp User Group** What if learning Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code didn’t feel like a whitepaper… but more like a game? Join us for a joint Azure CBUS and Columbus HashiCorp User Group meetup where **Mark Tinderholt** \(Principal Architect\, Microsoft Azure \| HashiCorp Ambassador \| “The Azure Terraformer”\) shows how **Minecraft** can be used as a surprisingly powerful way to understand real-world Infrastructure-as-Code concepts. In this session, Mark will demonstrate how Terraform and Azure can be used to provision, configure, and manage Minecraft servers—while teaching the same patterns you’d use for production cloud infrastructure. ### What we’ll cover * Infrastructure-as-Code fundamentals using **Terraform** * Provisioning real infrastructure on **Azure** * Applying **IaC best practices** (immutability, repeatability, versioning) * How playful environments like Minecraft make complex concepts *click* * Why learning through experimentation beats click-ops every time ### Who should attend * Developers, platform engineers, and cloud engineers * Terraform users (new or experienced) * Anyone curious about Infrastructure-as-Code but tired of boring examples * Minecraft fans who want to see it used in a totally unexpected way No prior Minecraft experience required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn infrastructure the fun way. Come for the blocks, stay for the Terraform. 🧱➡️📐 Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!! https://sessionize.com/cbus-hug-2026/

This meetup is a collaborative Unity workshop focused on real projects and shared problem-solving. Instead of talks or presentations, attendees bring a Unity project they’re actively working on and collaborate through discussion, troubleshooting, and hands-on exploration. The format is flexible and community-driven. You might debug a tricky issue, improve your workflow, explore performance optimizations, or get feedback on architecture, tools, and implementation approaches. Learning happens by doing, asking questions, and helping each other. **What to Expect:** * Bring-your-own Unity project (any level) * Group discussion and peer feedback * Debugging, optimization, and workflow problem-solving * Shared tips, best practices, and practical solutions Example projects may include games, tools, or prototypes—personal or professional. All experience levels are welcome. Whether you’re just getting started or refining advanced systems, this is a supportive space to learn and build together. **Food and drinks provided. Join us to learn, collaborate, and connect.**