Firmware Development

ITCB Association, Clal Insurance & Finance, UCL Group and the TestIL meetup group are pleased to invite you to an open seminar on: **“Preparing for Job Interviews for QA Software Testers”** > > > The workshop will be held in the auditorium of Clal Insurance & Finance, 36 Raul Wallenberg St., Tel Aviv <<< If you are about to complete a software testing course or are currently looking for a job – this seminar is for you! **All lectures will be delivered in Hebrew.** *** ### Agenda **16:00** – Introduction to ITCB activities and the social networks of the testers’ community **16:15** – Lecture: *“CV, LinkedIn Profile and Job Interview Questions”* Topics: * Writing an effective CV for software testers * The importance of a professional LinkedIn profile as a tool for finding a job * Phone, onsite and online interviews * How to prepare for professional onsite interviews * Examples of questions from real job interviews **18:30** – Break **18:40** – Lecture: *“The Path from Web Development to Software Testing”* – Wassim Khatib **19:10** – Lecture: *“The Candidate’s Journey – From Sending a CV to Signing a Contract”* + interview simulations by the recruitment team of UCL Group **19:55** – Summary *** **Participation:** Free of charge **Wi-Fi:** Available **Accessibility:** Accessible for people with disabilities *** ### Speakers **Nitzan Goldenberg** – Senior QA Engineer at Appcard, Editor-in-Chief of the “Testing World" magazine, and Head of the ITCB Advisors Group [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nitzan-goldenberg/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nitzan-goldenberg/) **Wassim Khatib** – Web developer, software tester and software testing instructor [https://www.linkedin.com/in/wassim-khatib-070297181/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/wassim-khatib-070297181/) **Recruitment & HR team of UCL Group** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-ovadia-5a200b1b/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-ovadia-5a200b1b/) *** CV submission link (CVs will be forwarded in bulk to recruitment companies): [https://bit.ly/49YOXSi](https://bit.ly/49YOXSi) [Link to the jobs page at Clal Insurance & Finance](https://www.clalbit.co.il/careers/) [Link to the careers page on the UCL Group website](https://ucl-group.co.il/career/) *** Before the meetup – it is recommended to read these posts and start acting according to the guidance: [http://bit.ly/LinkedIn-TST](http://bit.ly/LinkedIn-TST) , [http://goo.gl/B0xwrj](http://goo.gl/B0xwrj) *** ### How to get there **Waze map link:** [https://bit.ly/4oUT6vq](https://bit.ly/4oUT6vq) **Public transportation:** From “University” train station: bus lines 12, 2, 44, 189 Moovit link: [https://bit.ly/49VgDYg](https://bit.ly/49VgDYg) **Parking:** * Rami Levi complex parking * Building no. 6 parking * Street parking (blue & white) *** For any questions, you can contact: **Nitzan Goldenberg** – 052-6718757 [nitzan@itcb.org.il](nitzan@itcb.org.il) *** For professional discussions, you can join our main Facebook forum: [http://bit.ly/TestIL-FB](http://bit.ly/TestIL-FB) You can also find us on **Whatsapp**: [http://bit.ly/TestIL-Slack](https://bit.ly/TestIL_Whatsapp) And on **Telegram**: For professional discussions – [http://bit.ly/Test_IL-Teleg](http://bit.ly/Test_IL-Teleg) For job opportunities – [https://t.me/IL_QA_Job](https://t.me/IL_QA_Job)

TAMI π is a curated meeting, workshop or presentation about a topic in math. It happens every two weeks at TAMI. The event is hosted by a different person each time. You can come, learn topics and share ideas in an open and informal atmosphere. For proposing a presentation or topic you can drop us a line. תאמי פי הוא מפגש אוצר, סדנה או מצגת על נושא במתמטיקה. זה קורה כל שבועיים בתאמי. את האירוע מנחה אדם אחר בכל פעם. תוכלו לבוא, ללמוד נושאים ולחלוק רעיונות באווירה פתוחה ונעימה. להצעת מצגת או נושא ניתן לפנות אלינו.

We’re excited to invite you to **Real-Time Data & Self-Serve Analytics for Modern Product Teams**, powered by Google Cloud & Mixpanel. In 2026, product decisions can’t wait for dashboards. They need to happen now. This event brings together Israel’s top product minds to explore how to build true self-serve cultures, unlock real-time value, and enable product teams to move faster than the competition. Expect practical frameworks, real-world case studies, and insights you can apply immediately — whether you're scaling a unicorn or leading a specialized product team. **Who is this for?** Product leaders, group leads, data & analytics professionals, CTOs, founders, and anyone driving data-informed decision-making. 📅 December 18 ⏰ 9:00-11:00 📍 Google Cloud Offices, Tel Aviv 🔗 Register here: [https://luma.com/ggilim24](https://luma.com/ggilim24) Looking forward to seeing you there! MAKE SURE TO REGISTER VIA LUMA LINK

**English follows** חברי המיטאפ של מרכז איין בישראל מוזמנים ליום עיון מיוחד וממוקד שיתקיים במסגרת [Ayn Rand CON TLV](https://tickchak.co.il/90051) זהו מפגש תוכן למתקדמים: הרצאה של ד״ר אהרן סמית והרצאה של ד״ר ניקוס סוטיראקופולוס. מיועד למי שכבר בתוך הרעיונות ומחפש לחדד, לשאול, ולהעמיק. מומלץ במיוחד לחברי המיטאפ. מוזמנים גם להכין שאלות מראש ולהעלות נושאים שמעניינים אתכם **פרטים:** * **תאריך:** יום חמישי, 18 בדצמבר 2025 * **שעות:** 13:45–19:30 * **מקום:** מוזיאון נחום גוטמן, תל-אביב תוכנית: 13:45 הגעה והרשמה 14:30 דברי פתיחה - טל צפאני ובועז ארד 15:00 הרצאה וסדנה - ד״ר אהרון סמית׳ 16:20 ארוחת צהריים 17:05 הרצאה וסדנה - ד״ר ניקוס סוטיראקופולוס 18:25 הפסקה 18:45 מילות סיכום - טל צפאני **English:** Meetup members of the Ayn Rand Center Israel are invited to a special, focused study day to be held as part of the [Ayn Rand CON TLV](https://tickchak.co.il/93164?ref=nwc). This is an advanced content session: a talk by Dr. Aaron Smith and a talk by Dr. Nikos Sotirakopoulos. It’s intended for those already engaged with the ideas and looking to sharpen, question, and go deeper. Highly recommended for Meetup members. You’re also welcome to prepare questions in advance and raise topics that interest you. **Details:** * **Date:** Thursday, December 18, 2025 * **Time:** 13:45–19:30 * **Location:** Nahum Gutman Museum, Tel Aviv **Program:** 13:45 – Arrival & Registration 14:30 – Opening Remarks – Boaz Arad and Tal Tsfani 15:00 – Talk and workshop – Dr. Aaron Smith 16:20 – Lunch Break 17:05 – Talk and workshop – Dr. Nikos Sotirakopoulos 18:25 – Break 18:45 – Closing remarks – Tal Tsafny

### ✮ CAPPELLA THURSDAY MAINSTREAM ✮ **HANUKKAH EDITION** הרשמה חינם בלינק: https://go-out.co/event/1765110412054?ref=a3fi92ff02 חמישי קפלה 🌃 מאירים את המגדל💡 חנוכה סטייל בקומה ה 1️⃣4️⃣ מיינסטרים ברחבה המרכזית & היפ הופ בחדר הסודי 🎧 סילבסטר — מכירה נפתחה 💋 https://www.go-out.co/event/cappellanewyearseve?ref=a3fi92ff02 לערוץ השקט שלנו 👯‍♂️ https://shorturl.at/5yQtq להזמנת שולחנות / בר 🍸 https://tinyurl.com/krpwx45f 🎧Your playlist 🎧 **MAIN STAGE** SHENHAR OR SHALOM (Mainstream) **Secret Room** SPIKES (Hip Hop) \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Cappella Haarbaa 28, Tel Aviv \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ דגשים חשובים מספר המקומות מוגבל הזמנת שולחנות החל מהשעה 20:30 אנחנו ממליצים בחום להגיע עד השעה 21:15 על מנת להימנע מהמתנה בכניסה יש לצרף קישור לחשבון אינסטגרם/פייסבוק זמין - ומספר טלפון לאדם. מזמין אשר יזין את .אותם פרטים יותר מפעם אחת אוטומטית לא יאושר בקאפלה יש אפס סבלנות להטרדות מינית, המרחב בטוח וחשוב לשמור על כך

**TAMI Fanzine Release Party** All the deadlines were missed but we are finally releasing the bullshit TAMI fanzine! Come at any time from 6pm to late. There will be music, beers, fanzines and much more :) All creatures welcome!

***🎲 אירוע משחקים + אליפות שם-קוד 2025 🎲*** בואו לחגוג יחד חנוכה וסיום שנה באירוע מיוחד! 🕎🎉 מה בתוכנית? 🃏 מפגש המועדון הרגיל והאהוב - פרטים בתחתית. 🏆 אליפות שם-קוד 2025! טורניר מיוחד נושא פרסים שווים. בהרשמה נפרדת מראש. 🏆 ***אליפות שם-קוד 2025*** 🏆 🏆 מי יהיה אלוף שם-קוד 2025? 🏆**בואו לזכות ב-300 ש"ח**! 🕵️‍♀️ מרגישים שאף אחד לא יכול עליכם בשם-קוד? 🕵️‍♀️ האם גם אתם תצליחו לתת רמז של 6 מילים? 🕵️‍♀️ חושבים שאתם והפרטנר/ית שלכם קוראים מחשבות? הגיע הזמן להוכיח מי הרב-מרגלים המבריק ביותר!!! 📌מה בתוכנית? 1\. טורניר שם\-קוד: קבוצות של 2\-3 אנשים\. (ניתן גם להירשם לבד ואנו נצוות) 2\. פרס מטורף: 300 ש״ח לקבוצה הזוכה\! 💰💰💰 3\. אירוע משחקים ענק במקביל\! עלות: 50 ש״ח. המחיר כולל גם כניסה לערב המשחקים במקביל, כיבוד ושתייה חופשי! חובה הרשמה מראש עד רביעי ה- 17.12 בלינק המצורף. הירשמו עכשיו! 👇 לינק: [https://forms.gle/KtyCU7DzwkbAvkoXA](https://forms.gle/KtyCU7DzwkbAvkoXA?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExS3JqNE1Ka214OVcwY3IzRnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4k7NvL-Z_I-KCELZKa1FA1_jhPkDQIAV85AOkZ0uTDyqDRZRf3G1G1xJEAUg_aem_USioMUKAm3Yy5E3u7fAfjg) ***🎲*** מפגש המועדון החודשי ***🎲*** אוהבים קטאן? מכורים לשם קוד? חושבים שאתם אסטרטגיים מומחים? 👑 בואו להנות ממגוון רחב של משחקי קופסה. זוהי הזדמנות מצוינת להכיר אנשים ומשחקים חדשים. 🎯 לא משנה אם אתם מחפשים ערב מהנה עם חברים, משפחה, דייט או לבד ולהכיר אנשים חדשים – המשחקים הם דרך מעולה לשבור את הקרח ולבנות קשרים. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑💬 אין צורך בידע מוקדם! האירוע מתאים לכל הרמות: 💠 שחקנים מתחילים – אל דאגה, נלמד אתכם את כל מה שצריך! 💠 שחקנים ותיקים – אתם מוזמנים גם לגלות משחקים חדשים וגם להביא את הלהיטים המובחרים שלכם מהבית. מוזמנים להצטרף לאירוע מלא באתגרים, תחרות, אסטרטגיה ובעיקר כיף! עם אוסף משחקי קופסה גדול של מעל 100 משחקים – כולל אהובים ומוכרים. 🧩 📆 מתי? יום שבת, 20.12 🕗 שעה: 13:00-17:30 📍 איפה? 7 טחנות, פארק הירקון 💵 30 ש״ח כניסה לאירוע משחקים בהרשמה המוקדמת עד ה- 19.12, 40 ש"ח אחר כך. ✨ מה להביא? אווירה טובה ואת המשחקים האהובים עליכם! (לא חובה, יש גם אוסף גדול במקום). 🥐 מלא חטיפים ושתייה חופשי. 🍕 פיצה ובירה בעלות נוספת. קבוצת העידכונים בוואטסאפ: https://chat.whatsapp.com/ETCOIJkx3rQLHxKPx8PmJS 🔗 לינק לאירוע המשחקים בפייסבוק: https://www.facebook.com/events/1219716743388653

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. Join locall Tel-Aviv chat with all news and updates https://chat.whatsapp.com/IWWgu9DznjzLvMe8p6cVCu?mode=ac_t For any questions pleae contact Tel-Aviv city leaders: Lev +972 55-7704496 Ilia +972535007183 Nastya +972533838320 Dan +972537162316 More about FRC global: 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 35+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

עברית בהמשך **[Sign up Here](https://tickchak.co.il/93164?ref=nwc)** **AYN RAND Con TLV — A New Path to Victory** **Location:** Nahum Gutman Museum of Art, Tel Aviv Why has the war lasted so long? Could it have been conducted differently? How do the ideas we hold shape our lives? October 7th, the way many states and universities responded to it, and the grinding war that followed should raise urgent questions for any thinking Israeli who cares about their life, their freedom, and the country they live in. **AYN RAND Con TLV** will take on the hard questions, cut to their intellectual core, and present a worldview fundamentally different from what you hear today. Through Ayn Rand’s distinctive philosophy—treating freedom, individualism, and human reason as exalted values—our speakers will analyze the war in Gaza. They will argue why secularism, a rational moral code, and a deep love of human life demand a decisive, uncompromising defeat of the enemy. You will encounter a new way to look at the war and at Israel—and, more fundamentally, a radically different way to think about your own life and happiness. This is a first-of-its-kind event in Israel, featuring speakers and experts from around the world. It is for people who take ideas, truth, and justice seriously. It is for people whose lives matter to them. If that’s you—especially if you’re young—this conference is for you. **Reserve your seat early.** **Featured speakers:** * **Tal Tsfany** — President & CEO, Ayn Rand Institute * **Dr. Aaron Smith** — PhD (Philosophy); Senior Fellow & Educator, Ayn Rand Institute * **Dr. Nikos Sotirakopoulos** — PhD (Sociology & Politics); Lecturer & Writer, Ayn Rand Institute * **Boaz Arad** — Founder & CEO, Ayn Rand Center Israel * **Mosab Hassan Yousef (“The Green Prince”)** — Exclusive live Zoom interview * Additional speakers to be announced. **Agenda:** **8:00 AM – Arrival & Registration** **9:00 AM – Opening Remarks – Tal Tsfany** **9:15 AM – Israel’s Moral Right to Exist as a Free, Western Nation – Nikos Sotirakopoulos** **10:00 AM – Objectivism: A Philosophy of Life for the Living – Aaron Smith** **10:45 AM – Coffee Break** **11:00 AM – Philosophy and Happiness – Tal Tsfany** **11:50 AM – Panel: How Rand’s Ideas Impacted My Life – Michael Kauffman, Guy Gavrieli, Iyar Raichel, Itamar Feldman** **12:30 PM – Lunch Break** **1:15 PM – Q&A Panel** **1:55 PM – Elan Journo conducts a Zoom interview with the “Green Prince” Mosab Hassan Yousef** **3:00 PM – Closing Remarks – Tal Tsfany** [Please sign up here](https://tickchak.co.il/93164?ref=nwc) עברית: **[הרשמה באתר](https://tickchak.co.il/90051)** **AYN RAND Con TLV — דרך חדשה לניצחון** **מקום:** מוזאון נחום גוטמן לאמנות, תל-אביב למה המלחמה נמשכת כל כך הרבה זמן? האם היינו יכולים לנהל אותה אחרת? כיצד הרעיונות שאנחנו מחזיקים מעצבים את חיינו? השבעה באוקטובר, האופן שבו מדינות ואוניברסיטאות רבות הגיבו לו, והמלחמה הנגררת שהתנהלה מאז—כל אלה צריכים לעורר שאלות דחופות אצל כל ישראלי חושב שאכפת לו מהחיים שלו, מהחופש שלו, ומהמדינה שבה הוא חי. **AYN RAND Con TLV** יעסוק בשאלות הקשות, יחתור לליבה האינטלקטואלית שלהן, ויציג השקפת עולם השונה מהותית ממה ששומעים היום. באמצעות הפילוסופיה הייחודית של איין ראנד—הרואה בחירות, אינדיבידואליזם ותבונת האדם ערכים נשגבים—הדוברים שלנו ינתחו את המלחמה בעזה. הם יטענו מדוע דווקא חילוניות, מוסריות ואהבת חיי אדם מחייבות הכרעה נחושה ובלתי-מתפשרת של האויב. תוצג לכם דרך אחרת להביט על המלחמה ועל ישראל—ובעומק רב יותר, דרך שונה בתכלית להתבונן על החיים והאושר האישי שלכם. זהו אירוע ייחודי וראשון מסוגו בישראל, עם דוברים ומומחים מרחבי העולם. הוא מיועד למי שמתייחס לרעיונות, לאמת ולצדק ברצינות. הוא מיועד לאנשים שחייהם חשובים להם. אם אתם כאלה—ובמיוחד אם אתם צעירים—הכנס הזה בשבילכם. **הבטיחו את מקומכם ורכשו כרטיסים מוקדם.** **בין הדוברים:** * **טל צפאני** — מנכ״ל ונשיא מכון איין ראנד (ARI) * **ד״ר אהרן סמית׳** — דוקטור לפילוסופיה; חוקר ומרצה בכיר במכון איין ראנד * **ד״ר ניקוס סוטירקופולוס** — דוקטור לסוציולוגיה ופוליטיקה; מרצה וכותב במכון איין ראנד * **בועז ארד** — מייסד ומנכ״ל מרכז איין ראנד בישראל * **מסעב חסן יוסף (“הנסיך הירוק”)** — ראיון זום בלעדי לכנס תוכניה: * **08:00** **פתיחת דלתות והרשמה** * **08:45** **דברי פתיחה - טל צפאני** * **09:10** **הזכות המוסרית של ישראל להתקיים מהיותה מדינה חופשית ומערבית - ניקוס סוטיראקופולוס** * **10:00** **איך הפילוסופיה של איין ראנד רלוונטית לישראל - אהרון סמית׳** * **10:45** **הפסקה** * **11:00** **התמורה על ההשקעה בפילוסופיה: פילוסופיה ואושר - טל צפאני** * **11:50** **פאנל: איך רעיונותיה של איין ראנד השפיעו על חיי - מייקל קאופמן, אייר רייכל, איתמר פלדמן, גיא גבריאלי** * **12:30** **ארוחת צהריים** * **13:15** **פאנל שאלות ותשובות** * **13:55** **ראיון זום עם ״הנסיך הירוק״ מסאב חסן יוסף. מראיין: אילן ג׳ורנו** * **15:00** **דברי סיום - טל צפאני** **[הרשמה באתר](https://tickchak.co.il/90051)**

Hare: Popcorn **Ugly sweater HannuChristmas run** Bring your ugliest sweaters with your prettiest faces! A cold winter trail in the center of Tel Aviv, with a warm on-after at Popcorn's place. BYOM (Bring Your Own Meat) ! \* Beware of Wolt scooters When: December 20, 3 pm Where: Central Tel Aviv, precise location to be announced Join us wankers! (It costs 25 shekel) Magic Dyke

Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com). **Other Important Details:** WiFi name/password: TBD Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

Join us in the search for the true, the good and the beautiful. Each meet is in one of two formats: a shared reading and open discussion of philosophical texts, or a continuing series of lectures based on the reading of a fascinating book of philosophy. Both formats are in Hebrew, with some reading of English texts, assisted whenever needed. We meet weekly Friday on 80 Rokach Boulevard, Tel Aviv, at the gardens of the Council for a Beautiful Israel. Welcome anyone interested in understanding life more deeply, regardless of age or prior knowledge. The love of wisdom is enough. Please join our WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JeAa2uRNTlF0rdrVTLzUC0?mode=wwt Note: there's always enough sitting room, but some of it is on the grass or a mat on the floor. If you want to guarantee yourself a chair, please bring one with you. Sapere Aude! (Kant's Motto: Dare to Think!)

This special holiday event will be AT GAMEARENA near the Gateway!!! Come with games if you like but also come just to chill and relax with new and old friends before we end the 2025 year. Snacks will be provided and working to get holiday drinks like last year if you would like partake more at the bar. Play game at the main venue or other games COGG members bring! \-\-\- **Usual In-Person Notes** \-\-\- **Attendees:** Don't have a game to show? Not a problem! All are welcomed and invited from all ages and backgrounds. The more we can have to play test our games the better! **Developers:** Do you have a game that you would like to get critical feedback on? Would you like an excuse to work on a game with other talented artists, programmers, musicians, designers, and writers? Digital, table-top, non-experienced developers, and the like are welcomed! We'll provide signage for your game to help others learn more about your work. Wifi, outlets, tables, and seats (though standing tables also) are available. Come to the Prototype and Play workshop to collaborate and meet local game developers for an evening of epic and raw game play fun! Play works-in-progress, show off your own game, work with others to add polish to a game, or even lend your talents to other fellow developers. For this event, light snacks from the bar and water will be provided! Though you can purchase you own if you like at the bar: [https://www.game-arena.co/menu](https://www.game-arena.co/menu) Can use South Garage at the Gateway with a $5 voucher on your way out. 75 E 11th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9) If you have any questions or comments, as always, feel free to reach out to us at info@[thecogg.com](http://thecogg.com/)!

Bring your work or your hobby, hang out, and code with us. Follow @buckeyecocoa for more information.

Monday December 29th at 6PM we'll be meeting up dinner at the Pies & Pints at Easton. Feel free to bring guests. Sandwiches run about $15 and large pizzas run $20-30.

**Web Design Decoded: Tools, Practices, and Proven Processes:** **Semantic HTML** At WebDev Columbus, we are exploring some of the most important topics of professional high-end web design and page building. Primarily focused on site building in the WordPress environment, our group explores tools, tips, and techniques for building the best WordPress sites possible. Additionally, we focus on disciplines and technologies that take website design from visually appealing to optimized spaces for delivering you and/or your client's message effectively and with a nod towards extended reach. Each session combines practical demonstrations with real-world insights, giving you actionable knowledge you can apply immediately. Whether you're a seasoned developer looking to enhance your design skills or a newcomer wanting to understand design best practices, this series offers valuable insights for every skill level. **What to expect:** * Hands-on demonstrations of popular design tools * Best practices for design-to-development workflows * Tips for creating responsive, accessible designs * Real-world problem-solving scenarios * Interactive Q&A sessions * Networking opportunities with fellow developers **Each meetup features:** 60 minutes of focused presentation 30 minutes of live demonstrations 30 minutes for questions and discussion **See you there!** Our casual, collaborative environment encourages learning from both presenters and fellow attendees. Bring your questions, share your experiences, and connect with Central Ohio's web development community! **Stay tuned for specific session topics and dates.**

**PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT NOTES:** 1. The dates listed for this series are about 95% reliable. We are completing our 2026 schedule as we speak, so minor adjustments are still occurring. 2. Each class in this series has an attendance fee, though this first offering is free on a first-come, first-served basis. 3. Each class, from BOTH a sign-up and fee perspective, is a separate entity. **Introduction:** HTML5 is the foundational technology for modern web development, serving as the standard markup language for structuring and presenting content on the World Wide Web. Developed through a collaboration between the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) and the Web Hypertext Application Technology Working Group (WHATWG), HTML5 provides a robust system of elements (tags) that tell a browser how to display text, images, and multimedia in a clear and meaningful way. It works in concert with Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) for presentation and JavaScript for interactivity, forming the core technology stack for virtually all websites and many web applications today. One of the significant advancements of HTML5 is the introduction of powerful new features and elements designed to improve functionality and simplify development. Key additions include native multimedia support via the \ and \ tags, allowing developers to embed media without third-party plugins. It also offers new form controls for better user input, such as date and email types, and introduces web storage capabilities to store data offline for enhanced performance. These features streamline the process of building rich, interactive web experiences. A significant focus of HTML5 is enhanced semantics and better structural organization of content. New semantic elements like , , , , and \ provide meaningful structure to documents, which aids in search engine optimization (SEO) and improves accessibility for assistive technologies. These elements define different parts of a webpage (e.g., a header for the top, a nav for navigation links, a footer for the bottom), making the code more readable and understandable for both developers and machines. This emphasis on clear structure helps in creating more logical and maintainable websites. Developing websites in today's competitive environment requires taking advantage of every technique you can to get the maximum exposure possible. Our HTML5 class will not only show you what's new in the HTML specification, but also the best way to develop optimized web pages that get the attention your client and/or company requires. **The breakdown of the four-class series is as follows:** **Class 1: Introduction to Web Structure and Basic HTML5** This class introduces the core concepts of web development, the history of HTML, and the fundamental structure of an HTML5 document. * **Topics**: * **Web Architecture Overview**: How browsers, servers, and web pages interact. * **HTML Fundamentals**: Understanding elements, tags, and attributes. * **Basic Document Structure**: Using !DOCTYPE html, html, head, and body. * **Text Formatting**: Headings (h1 to h6), paragraphs (p), and text-level semantics (e.g., strong, em, br). * **Lists and Links**: Creating ordered (ol) and unordered (ul) lists, and linking between pages using anchor tags (a). * **Activity**: Students create a basic personal webpage containing text, a list of hobbies, and a link to an external website. **Class 2: Semantic HTML5 and Multimedia Integration** Class 2 focuses on modern HTML5 elements that provide meaning (semantics) to content, improving accessibility and search engine optimization. It also covers adding images and multimedia. * **Topics**: * **Semantic Elements**: Understanding and implementing elements like header, footer, nav, section, and article. * **Images**: Adding images using the img tag and attributes like src, alt, width, and height. * **Multimedia**: Embedding audio and video content using the audio and video tags. * **File and Folder Structure**: Best practices for organizing project files and managing file paths. * **Activity**: Students refactor their Class 1 project to use a proper semantic layout and add an image and a link to a video file. **Class 3: Forms and User Input** This session is dedicated to building interactive HTML5 forms, which are essential for capturing user data and input. * **Topics**: * **Form Basics**: Using the form element, action and method attributes. * **Input Types**: Exploring various input types (e.g., text, password, checkbox, radio, date, submit). * **Form Elements**: Utilizing label, textarea, select, option, and button. * **Client-side Validation**: Implementing HTML5 validation attributes like required, minlength, and pattern. * **Activity**: Students build a complete contact form with different input fields, radio buttons, and basic HTML5 validation. **Class 4: Introduction to CSS3 and Basic Styling** The final class introduces Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to style the HTML content and make the web pages visually appealing and accessible. * **Topics**: * **CSS Fundamentals**: The role of CSS, selectors, properties, and values. * **Integrating CSS**: Using inline, internal, and external style sheets. * **The Box Model**: Understanding margin, padding, border, and content for basic layout. * **Basic Styling**: Changing colors, fonts, and text alignment. * **Accessibility Basics**: Identifying principles of web design usability and accessibility, including ARIA labels. * **Activity**: Students apply an external CSS file to their Class 3 form project to style the layout, colors, and fonts, culminating in a well-structured and styled webpage.

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)

**New Dojo Location!** **Draft Day Columbus** 1130 Dublin Road Columbus, OH 43215 We're going to try a new dojo location for a few weeks and see how it works Dojos are informal Python group study sessions where everyone interested in Python gathers to learn about Python, help others with Python, or just hang out. Everyone is welcome from Python beginners to experts. Bringing a laptop is encouraged (we'll have extension cords and power strips). If there's something you want to learn leave a comment on this invite so we can plan ahead. We're looking for topic suggestions and people interested in presenting at our monthly meetings. To this end we've set up a survey form at [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15eBKF1nQQ2XS5gzD4rvhVRHMBEj7lJtHuA9wXupS3Uc](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15eBKF1nQQ2XS5gzD4rvhVRHMBEj7lJtHuA9wXupS3Uc)