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Two Frontiers of Transformers: Life Trajectories and Tabular Learning
**Life Sequence Transformer: Generative Modelling of Socio-Economic Trajectories from Administrative Data** by [Alberto Cabezas](https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=lOpuVOUAAAAJ&hl=en) and [Carlotta Montorsi](https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=6pFg4lkAAAAJ&hl=it)
Generative modelling with Transformer architectures can simulate complex sequential structures across various applications. We extend this line of work to the social sciences by introducing a Transformer-based generative model tailored to longitudinal socio-economic data. Our contributions are: (i) we design a novel encoding method that represents socio-economic life histories as sequences, including overlapping events across life domains; and (ii) we adapt generative modelling techniques to simulate plausible alternative life trajectories conditioned on past histories. Using large-scale data from the Italian social security administration (INPS), we show that the model can be trained at scale, reproduces realistic labour market patterns consistent with known causal relationships, and generates coherent hypothetical life paths. This work demonstrates the feasibility of generative modelling for socio-economic trajectories and opens new opportunities for policy-oriented research, with counterfactual generation as a particularly promising application.
**The Rise of Tabular Foundation Models: From Zero-Shot Inference to the Security Frontier** by [Karim TIT](https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=kpKry3kAAAAJ&hl=fr)
Traditional tabular machine learning has long been dominated by gradient-boosted decision trees and complex AutoML pipelines that require extensive search, hyperparameter tuning, and feature engineering. In this talk, I will first introduce the emerging paradigm of Tabular Foundation Models (TFMs), which leverage Transformer architectures and massive *synthetic* pre-training datasets to achieve state-of-the-art performance via zero-shot in-context learning. I will conduct a deep dive into the TabPFN family, explaining the Prior-fitted Network paradigm and its latest evolutions, including Real-TabPFN, which integrates curated real-world data to handle larger, more complex datasets. Building on these foundations, I will provide a tour of other diverse SOTA approaches like TabDPT and TARTE, highlighting how different architectural choices impact scalability. Finally, I will shift to a security-researcher perspective to discuss the hidden vulnerabilities of this new paradigm. I will present recent results from our paper (accepted at SatML 2026) showing that TFMs are highly susceptible to structured test-time attacks and can even be repurposed as tools to attack traditional models. I will conclude by introducing Adversarial In-Context Learning (AICL), a novel defense that hardens these models by optimizing their data context, offering a path toward more robust and reliable tabular AI.
Club Polyglotte Luxembourg: 6 online TEAMS language conversations
Dear Club Polyglotte members,
Please note that we changed our online meetings from Skype to Teams. An installation of Teams is not necessary (see links at the bottom).
The online meetings take place on Tuesdays at 19:00, unless otherwise indicated.
CP English Club Polyglotte Luxembourg Community in Microsoft Teams with Pete from London on Tuesdays at 19:00 h:
https://teams.live.com/l/community/FEA32nllYOKVkYfQA8?v=g1
CP German Club Polyglotte Luxembourg Community in Microsoft Teams with Margit on Tuesdays at 19:00 h:
https://teams.live.com/l/community/FEAPmC0cP2yAknqqAw?v=g1
CP Italian Club Polyglotte Luxembourg Community in Microsoft Teams on Tuesdays at 20:30 h.
https://teams.live.com/l/community/FEAgAGRUsyLPKIB8BU?v=g1
CP Spanish Club Polyglotte Luxembourg Community Community in Microsoft Teams on Wednesdays at 19:00 h:
https://teams.live.com/l/community/FEA7FZyGJ463yXNOwM?v=g1
CP Luxembourgish Club Polyglotte Luxembourg Community in Microsoft Teams Wednesdays at 19:00 h
https://teams.live.com/l/community/FEAyv2RkRJLWFo8vAo?v=g1
CP French Club Polyglotte Luxembourg Community in Microsoft Teams on Fridays at 19:00 h.
https://teams.live.com/l/community/FEAHMjICzF_sgKrfgs?v=g1
When you click on the secured https link, you need to connect to Teams and click on the button to join via your browser (no installation needed)
Or via the MS Teams App, which is of course also possible.
Download from the official website for your desktop:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app
For your Android device from Google:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.microsoft.teams&pli=1
For your OIS device from Apple:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/microsoft-teams/id1113153706
Kind regards,
Your Club Polyglotte Luxembourg team
Email: clubpolyglotte@gmail.com
Club Polyglotte Luxembourg: 6 language tables: LU, UK, FR, DE, IT, ES
Welcome to our weekly physical or virtual Club Polyglotte meeting.
* As usual, a minimum consumption of one drink or something small to eat is obligatory at Restaurant Quai Steffen at 13, Place de la gare at the Luxembourg railway station.
* We start our get together at 19:00 h and finish at 22:00 h.
As on every Tuesday, participate at one of the following language tables:
1. English
2. French
3. Luxemburgish
4. German
5. Spanish
6. Italian
or languages like Mandarin, Russian, Romanian or Arabic, if needed.
We are constantly searching for Buddies who lead the various language tables and for those who would like to participate in the organisation for our club established in 1999. Please message us, if you are interested in managing the Club with us on Facebook / Meta.
Membership fees per calendar year: 3 EUR cash (members until and including 24 Y, only 1 EUR)
Compulsory consumption applies at Restaurant Le Quai Steffen!
Best regards,
Your Club Polyglotte Luxembourg team
Weekly Boardgames in Sandweiler
Feel free to bring games, or suggest some from my collection (http://www.boardgamegeek.com/collection/user/garryjenkins).
Please RSVP so I can select appropriate games for the number of people attending.
Food and drinks should be purchased on site.
Also to have an idea about what type of games you probably will play, you can take a look at the comments of previous weeks of this weekly meetup.
If you have any question, don't hesitate to send me a message, or ask here in comments.
Teams erklärt: Warum es so viele Kanäle, Chats und Orte für Kommunikation gibt
Viele kennen das Gefühl: In Microsoft Teams gibt es Chats, Gruppenchats, Kanäle, private Kanäle, geteilte Kanäle, Viva Engage und jeder fragt sich irgendwann, warum das alles nötig ist und wie man damit im Alltag sinnvoll arbeitet.
In dieser Session bringt Christian Decker Struktur in das Thema. Er zeigt, warum Teams so viele unterschiedliche Kommunikationswege anbietet, welchen Zweck sie jeweils erfüllen und wie man daraus einen roten Faden für die eigene Zusammenarbeit entwickelt.
Wir sprechen über:
* warum Teams unterschiedliche Kommunikationsräume kennt
* wie sich diese voneinander unterscheidenwelche Rolle Kanäle, private Kanäle und geteilte Kanäle im Alltag spielen
* wie Teams, Chatgruppen und Viva Engage zusammenspielen
* wie man Ordnung in die tägliche Kommunikation bekommt
**Für wen ist das Event gedacht?**
Für alle, die Teams täglich nutzen und verstehen möchten, wie man die vielen Kommunikationswege sinnvoll einsetzt. Egal ob IT, Projektarbeit oder Fachabteilungen.
**Ablauf**
**17:00** Ankommen und kurzer Austausch
**17:10** Impuls von Christian Decker
**18:10** offene Fragerunde
**19:00** Ende
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Culinary exchange workshop
Love food and meeting new people? Join us for a **Culinary Exchange Workshop** — a fun, hands-on cooking event where everyone brings a taste of their own culture to the table.
**How it works:**
* 👩🍳 Each participant submits one or more recipes — starter, main course, dessert, or even a drink.
* 🗳️ We vote together to create our dream menu: one dish per category.
* 🧺 We then organize who brings which ingredients, so everything’s ready for the big day.
* 🏆 The 3–4 chosen chefs lead the group in preparing their winning dishes, guiding others through the recipe without cooking themselves.
* 🍷 Finally, we cook, laugh, and share a delicious meal together in a warm, friendly atmosphere.
Whether you’re a passionate cook or just curious to learn, this is the perfect opportunity to **discover new flavors, share your culinary traditions, and make new friends** from around the world.
Build with AI 2026: Agentic Hackathon PART 1
Build with AI 2026: Agentic Hackathon
📢 Important Participation Rule
⚠️ Hybrid Speakers, In-Person Builders:
While our expert speakers may join both online and in-person, this hackathon is an In-Person Only experience for participants. To form a team, build your agent, and qualify for the final prizes, you must be physically present at the venue in Ahlen. Let's build the future together, face-to-face! 🤝
About Build with AI Hackathon
Build with AI 2026 is here!
This is a community-led, hands-on hackathon where developers of all levels acquire and apply skills to prototype, build, and deploy applications using the latest Google AI technologies: Gemini 3, Vertex AI, AI Studio, and Antigravity.
Our hackathon is a two-week intensive sprint focused on AI Agents and the ADK (Agent Development Kit).
Participants are actively engaged in rapid problem-solving, moving from initial ideation to a functional, tangible prototype.
Goal:
Transform an idea into a working solution using Google’s AI ecosystem to solve real-world challenges.
Hackathon Schedule & Format
The event is structured into two Saturday sessions to allow for deep building and technical excellence:
Part 1: Ignition & Agent Construction (First Saturday)
Introductory Session: Direct deep dive into Gemini 3 and the Antigravity IDE.
Tools Exploration: Hands-on setup of the ADK (Agent Development Kit).
Team Building: Finalizing teams and brainstorming agentic workflows.
Building Phase: Immediate start on prototypes with direct support from mentors.
Mid-Week: Development Sprint
Continuous building and remote collaboration.
Access to Google Cloud resources and community technical channels.
Part 2: Final Sprint & Pitch Day (Second Saturday)
Project Finishing: Final technical polish, debugging, and deployment.
Live Presentations: Teams showcase their functional agents and "Skills" to the community.
Judging & Awards: Evaluation by industry experts followed by the Gift Giving ceremony and exclusive Google AI swag.
Participant Resources
Cloud Resources: Claim your Cloud OnRamp credits to use Google Cloud Platform at no cost during the event.
Official Recognition: All participants receive the Build with AI 2026 Attendee Badge on their Google Developer Program profile.
Expert Guidance: Work directly with trainers and experts to master agent creation.
Part 1 : Build with AI 2026: Agentic Hackathon
Part 2 : Build with AI 2026: Agentic Hackathon
🎁 Exclusive Rewards
To celebrate your progress, we have special Google AI Swag for the top performers:
👕 Limited Edition T-shirt
🎒 Premium Bag
Prizes will be awarded during the Final Ceremony in Part 2!
#BuildWithAI
This is a hybrid event. Join the event virtually at https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-ahlen-presents-build-with-ai-2026-agentic-hackathon-part-1-2026-02-21/
or in person at
Initiative Bürgerzentrum Schuhfabrik e.V. - 7 Königstraße Ahlen, 59227
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Agenda
3:00 PM: 👋 Check-in & Welcome
Registration and informal greeting of participants.
3:30 PM: 🎤 Keynote: The Era of Agents
Intro to Gemini 3, Vertex AI, and the vision of Antigravity.
4:00 PM: 🛠️ Tech Deep Dive: ADK
Presentation on the Agent Development Kit and AI Studio workflows.
4:30 PM: 💻 Workshop: Hands-on Setup
Live coding: Setting up the environment and deploying a basic "Hello World" agent.
5:30 PM: 💡Idea Pitching
Open mic: Anyone with an idea shares it in 60 seconds to attract teammates.
6:00 PM: 🤝 Team Formation
Creating teams, assigning roles, and initial brainstorming of the agentic workflow.
6:15 PM: 🍕 Networking & Kick-off
Teams start their project outlines. Mentors provide feedback on feasibility.
***
Hosted By
Chidera Onuma,
Hassan Adams,
GDG Organizer passionate about building inclusive developer communities and helping people grow through technology. Data analyst with a focus on business analysis and business intelligence. Background in mobile development, mathematics, statistics, and computer science, with a strong interest in startups and real-world problem solving. Startup founder and current Business Informatics student at Fachhochschule Südwestfalen. I enjoy connecting people, sharing knowledge, and supporting developers at every stage of their journey.
Suzan Aydın, Subsidies Management (Working Student)
Background in information security, AI governance, and technology risk, with a strong interest in how AI systems are built, deployed, and governed in practice.
Passionate about responsible AI, secure-by-design systems, and bridging the gap between engineering, regulation, and real-world use cases.
Denys Doroshev, GDG Organizer
I'm a Product Manager and Organizer for Google Developers Group (GDG) Ahlen, where I work to foster innovation, collaboration, and growth within the developer community.
In my professional career, I serve as a Senior Regional Sales Manager at Metal Work Pneumatic, focusing on B2B sales in industries like metallurgy, machine building, and agriculture across Ukraine. I also work as a Technical Director at Bray International, Inc., where I specialize in system integration and providing engineering solutions for large enterprises.
With over a decade of experience in technical management and sales, I am passionate about connecting people, ideas, and businesses to drive impactful change in the tech and industrial sectors.
Adewumi Saheed Adewale, GDG Organizer
Anna Muzykina, GDG Organizer
Passionate Flutter Developer & AI Engineer \| Google Developers Group Ahlen Organizer \| Flutter Ahlen Organizer \| Women Techmakers Ambassador \| Quantum Computing & ML Explorer \| Mentor at Groundbreaker \| Community Builder
Passionate about empowering women in tech through community building, mentorship, and knowledge sharing. I’m a skilled Flutter developer with a strong foundation in Dart, Firebase, and AI ecosystems, and I’m proficient in cross-platform development using frameworks like Flutter and React. Currently, I’m exploring the potential of AI and ML, with a focus on Vertex AI and Gemini, to bring innovative solutions to mobile app development. Known for my ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and consistently deliver high-quality results, I thrive in collaborative environments and approach each challenge with a growth-oriented mindset.
Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-ahlen-presents-build-with-ai-2026-agentic-hackathon-part-1-2026-02-21/.
Fast Friending – Meet new friends! (Drink Offer/Bring a lady free)
Fast Friending is all about creating a warm, relaxed space where you can meet new friends, connect with like-minded ladies and gents, and enjoy meaningful conversations without any pressure. If you’ve been looking for a fun way to expand your social circle in Luxembourg, this is the perfect evening to join us!
**You will need to buy a ticket for attending -**
[https://lux21stfeb.eventbrite.co.uk](https://lux21stfeb.eventbrite.co.uk)
\*You can use any debit or credit card to purchase your ticket at PayPal checkout. It will ask you for your email address but that is only to send you a receipt. You do not need a PayPal account.
TICKETS:-
Early Bird - €5 / person
Regular Ticket - €10 / person
Cash at meetup: If you do not purchase a ticket in advance then you can pay Lara cash of €15 when you attend.
**Here’s how our Fast Friending works:-**
\- We will meet at 7\.00 and have time to get settle down and get a drink\.
\- From about 7\.30 to 8\.30 we will run the fast friending system\. Half of the group \(mixed gender\) will stay in a fixed place and the other half of the group \(mixed gender\) will be asked to rotate\. During these intervals\, each pair of people will get the opportunity to talk to each other\.
\- Lara will be hosting the evening and she will organize the fast friending process\. She will indicate when you should move to the next person\.
\- From 8\.30 onwards we will stop the system and people will have to chance go chat and interact with those they have met as well as others\.
If you are a bit shy or anxious then please come early. Jennifer will help you meet other members in a small group and help you settle down and get comfortable. All attendees are also welcome to bring a lady friend along with them for free. This will make it a lot less stressful for you as you will always have your friend alongside.
\- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\!
\- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\.
\- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 21 to 40 age group\. While some will be at the younger end of this range there will also be others at the other end of the range and lots in\-between\! You will naturally gel with others of your own age range and so you will always find many attendees who fit your range\.
\- We are not a dating group\. Our events are not organised to manage your dating life\. Our group is created to help ladies and gents meet other like minded ladies and gents\. Please do not attend our event if a perfect gender balance is important for your enjoyment of our meet\-up\.
Why do we have tickets?
1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication.
2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved.
3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity.
ABOUT [fastfriends.co.uk ](https://fastfriends.co.uk/)-
We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk).
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You can contact our founder Dan on +447715705005 with any questions or ideas.
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**Here are some videos which will give you some guidance and comfort to make your attendance more productive.**
Secrets of socializing at our meetups - [http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing ](http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing)
How to make new friends - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs)
Watcha reading?
Wondering what to read next? You wish to explore "Book X," but somehow "Book Y" catches your attention and holds your time hostage in pages. "Book Z," on the other hand, is the one you think you should read to *improve* your life, because only then does busy reading become busy living, and progress is assured!
But what about when life is good enough to read for pleasure? Or bad enough to escape through fantasy? Do the books we choose shape our character? Or do they simply reveal what we already are? Too philosophical, I know… Ralph Waldo Emerson — whom I’ve never read — said: “I cannot remember the books I have read any more than the meals I have eaten; even so, they have made me.”
This discussion aims to explore the reading choices we make and the connecting power of books: how they link people to ideas, ideas to ideas, and most importantly, people to people... Let’s meet and talk books.
Let's eat Nepalese fusion together on Friday 20 Feb!
I recently discovered Nepalese fusion restaurant Aayam and was blown away, so I look forward to sharing a meal with you there!
Aayam is located just off of Place de Paris and has a compact yet varied menu that has something for everyone! I've booked a table for 8 of us on the Friday night at 19:00.
As always, the PayPal fee is only a deposit to secure your spot and fight against no-shows! If you ghost us, we reserve the right to buy naan with your money! Thanks for understanding :) and let me know if the PayPal fee is an issue for you.
See you soon!
MINDFUL CHARITY EVENT - WELL BEING AND SOCIAL NETWORKING AT ROYAL BAR
**Elevate your weekend with purpose.** Join the **Changemakers Group** for an afternoon dedicated to personal well-being and social impact at the prestigious **Hotel Le Royal Luxembourg**.
This isn't your typical networking mixer. We are combining professional networking with two transformative wellness sessions designed to boost your health and energy before we move to the bar for social drinks.
### The Program
* **Part 1: Natural Healing & Immune Boost** – A session led by **Valerie** focused on strengthening your body’s natural defenses.
* **Part 2: Mindful Breath & Laughter Yoga** – Hosted by **Naheeda**, this session focuses on stress release and positive energy.
* **Part 3: Social Networking** – After the sessions, we will transition to a **reserved area at the hotel bar** for drinks, snacks, and meaningful conversation with fellow expats and professionals.
### 📍 Arrival & Venue
* **Location:** Hotel Le Royal (12 Bd Royal, Luxembourg).
* **Protocol:** Upon arrival, please **ask at the Reception** for **Naheeda** or the "Changemakers Event." You will be directed to the dedicated hall.
### Impact: Support "Riding the Rainbow"
Your participation makes a difference. All proceeds from this event will go to **Afrilanthropy** to support the activities of **Riding the Rainbow**, an NGO dedicated to fostering solidarity and supporting those in need.
### Essential Details
* **Date:** 21st February \| 16:00 – 18:00
* **Entry:** €30 (Includes fresh drinks and the wellness sessions)
* **Registration (Required):** Send a WhatsApp message to **+352 621 156 200** to secure your spot.
**Note:** Space is limited due to the private nature of the venue. Please register early to ensure your place in the reserved bar area.
Talk, Sip & Socialise— International Language Exchange Night at Big Beer Company
Want to practise French 🇫🇷 German 🇩🇪 English 🇬🇧 Luxembourgish 🇱🇺 — or ANY language you can find a partner for?
Then join our crew of friendly expats & locals for a night of chats, laughs & global energy 🎉
In Luxembourg, speaking multiple languages is basically a superpower 🦸♂️🦸♀️ — but this meetup is all about connection, not perfection. Beginners, pros & “I understand but can’t speak” people — all welcome 😄
Don’t feel like practising a language?
😎 No worries — you’re STILL totally welcome!
come hang out, meet people & enjoy the international vibes anyway 🥂✨
Come for the languages — stay for the laughter, friendships & drinks 🍹
✨ What You’ll Find
✔ Super chill atmosphere 😌
✔ Expats from everywhere 🌍
✔ Zero pressure — just vibes ✨
✔ “How do you say…?” moments 🤔😂
✔ Old friends & new — ❤️
🍹 AFTER-EXCHANGE APÉRO 🤩
Languages warm-up…
Drinks cool-down…
Balance restored 😌🍺
Most weeks we wander to another bar afterwards for beer, bites & bonus socialising.
Just follow the organisers — they know the 🔥 hotspots 😉
🪧 HOW IT WORKS
➡️ Sit with the group for the language you want to practise
➡️ Look for the table signs 📍
➡️ Switch groups anytime — totally chill
➡️ Rare language? Post in the group & find your match 💫
➡️ Luxembourgish shows up too 🇱🇺
⚠️ By attending, you agree organisers can’t be held liable for regulation violations
(or accidental grammar crimes 😜)
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From Stability to Stewardship
A Biblical & Practical Path to Financial Freedom
This is not just a money class.
This is a restoration space.
The I AM Worthy of Ownership™ Path is a 12-step, sister-centered journey for women who are ready to build financial stability without shame, fear, or pressure—and to do it in a way that honors both wisdom and the spirit.
Many women don’t struggle with money because they lack discipline or intelligence. They struggle because of unhealed experiences, survival patterns, and the quiet belief that they are “behind” or “disqualified.” This series gently challenges those beliefs while offering practical tools for peace, clarity, and long-term planning.
Together, we will talk honestly about:
Releasing shame and money anxiety
Building stability as a form of self-respect and spiritual discipline
Understanding money as a tool, not a source of worth
Managing debt with clarity instead of condemnation
Preparing for life’s unexpected moments without fear
Laying a calm foundation for future ownership and legacy
Each session blends practical financial education with reflection, conversation, and encouragement. There is no pressure to share personal numbers or experiences. You are welcome to speak, journal quietly, or simply listen.
This is not about hustle.
This is not about perfection.
This is about alignment, wisdom, and peace.
Who this series is for:
Women who are starting over or rebuilding
Women who want stability without stress
Women preparing for future ownership or housing decisions
Women who want their financial lives to reflect wholeness, not fear
No prior financial knowledge is required.
Come as you are. Bring a notebook.
Leave a little lighter than you arrived.
Light refreshments will be served along with 30 minutes of networking.
Christians in Tech - Meetup #29 @ Improving
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)
Investing & Personal Finance Meeting
If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you.
We are a local chapter of Bogleheads**®**, whose investment strategy can be found here:
https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy
Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here:
https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php
I look forward to seeing you there.
Mark Vonder Haar
NFT AI ART Columbus
NFT's are here to stay folks!
This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more.
**PLUS**
This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.
Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit - Barret Blake
**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
You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge.
**Abstract**
*Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit: From Intent to Implementation*
Spec-driven development flips the traditional workflow on its head: instead of code being the source of truth, the specification becomes the backbone of design, collaboration, and delivery. In this session, we’ll explore how GitHub Spec-Kit enables teams to treat specifications as first-class artifacts—living documents that drive architecture, implementation, and verification.
You’ll learn how Spec-Kit helps teams clearly express intent using structured, version-controlled specs that live alongside code. We’ll walk through a practical workflow that starts with defining system behavior and constraints, then progressively refines those specs into testable, automatable outcomes. Along the way, we’ll show how specs can reduce ambiguity, improve cross-functional collaboration, and make design decisions explicit before a single line of production code is written.
This talk will cover:
--What spec-driven development is (and what it isn’t)
--How GitHub Spec-Kit fits into modern developer workflows
--Using specs to align product, engineering, and AI-assisted development
--Real-world examples of turning specs into implementations with confidence
Whether you’re building greenfield systems, integrating AI into your stack, or trying to reduce costly rework, spec-driven development offers a scalable way to move faster without sacrificing clarity. Attendees will leave with concrete patterns and a clear mental model for adopting GitHub Spec-Kit in their own projects.
**YouTube Link**
TBA
Quarterly Community Gathering
Join the Columbus AI community for our quarterly gathering — a casual, community-focused evening where everyone has a chance to share, learn, and connect. These open mic–style events give anyone in the community up to **5 minutes** to present a project, share a tool, pose a question, or offer a perspective on the evolving AI space.
No slides required — just a welcoming space to exchange ideas and keep the local AI conversation moving.
If you’d like to take the stage, message **Chris (the organizer)** with a **title and short description** of what you’d like to share.
Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus.
Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services)
Agile Coaching Circle -- IN-PERSON
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





















