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The **Digitec Galaxus Product Development Meet-Up** is back — this time diving into **recommender systems** with two talks bridging data science and engineering practice. **Talk 1: Insights from Building and Operating a Recommender System for Migros Supermarkets** *Max Nolte – Data Scientist & Team Lead at Supermarkt IT, Migros-Genossenschafts-Bund* When you think of a Migros supermarket, you don't usually think about recommender systems. Over the past four years, my team and I have built and operated the engine behind personalized Cumulus coupons and a few other digital touchpoints. I'll share how it works, why we invest in it at a brick‑and‑mortar retailer, and what we've learned, covering data, models, measurement, and the practical realities of running it day to day. **Talk 2: Recommendations at Digitec Galaxus — From Data Science to Engineering Practice** *Michael Weiss, Senior Software Engineer & Robert Rosenbach, Senior Data Scientist – Digitec Galaxus* How do you go from a promising model to a recommender system that is fast, scalable, and maintainable in production? We will walk through the Digitec Galaxus recommendation stack end to end: the engineering architecture that keeps recommendations snappy and reliable, and the data-science side of model training — what to optimize for, which input signals matter, and the trade-offs involved in both. The two presentations will take roughly a combined hour, leaving plenty of time for discussions, questions, and exchange afterwards over drinks and snacks. Whether you come from a software engineering, data science, product, or any other background — we'd love to have you join us!

**Got something you’re designing, experimenting with - or just looking to chat with other creatives?** **Then you’re invited to join us at sphères.** 🙂 We meet monthly to chat and connect in a relaxed, friendly setting. It’s a chance to meet new people, talk about what you’re working on, and be part of Zürich’s creative community - surrounded by like-minded people who just get it. PS: RSVPs are coming in from multiple platforms, which means the total number of sign-ups is likely higher than what you see here. 🥂 **Why swing by?** * Find new collaborators, clients, employers and friends * Swap ideas, get feedback, and share experiences * Meet in a cozy after-work drinks atmosphere * Join creatives from various fields and ages. 📍 **Where?** [sphères](https://share.google/iOZR7HY6DqyLDm2Kj), next to the Limmat river. \> Hardturmstrasse 66\, 8005 Zürich (Tram-Station Förrlibuckstrasse) ⏰ **When?** Every second Thursday of the month, starting at 6 PM / 18:00 Uhr 🔗 **Discord link** Get event reminders and connect with other members on Discord: ➡️ [discord.gg/PAyRBDhKkk](discord.gg/PAyRBDhKkk) —— **Who’s Visual Fields?** Visual Fields is a network of designers and creatives built for people to connect, support, and share with fellow experts. We have upcoming events in Zürich, Basel, and Luzern. [Check out upcoming events](https://www.visualfields.ch/) —— **Event policies** We have zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment. Be mindful not to make assumptions about gender, sexual orientation, or identity. Always ask for consent - for physical contact and work critique - and treat everyone and the space with respect. [All policies](https://experienc.es/policies) **Fine print (the friendly kind)** By joining, you agree that photos or videos taken at the event may be used by Visual Fields for promotional and communication purposes. See you soon!! 🤩

It all sounded straight forward. Then the project started... Join us for an informal evening with fellow Agile practitioners, Scrum Masters, project managers, coaches, and anyone working with change, delivery, or transformation. We’ll meet at a local pizzeria, have some good food, and talk about the things that usually come up once the theory meets reality — challenges, lessons learned, different approaches, and questions we’re still figuring out. Nothing formal, just a chance to exchange ideas, meet people from the community, and have interesting conversations. Because some of the best discussions don’t happen in meeting rooms. They happen in the second floor private room of a pizzeria. 🍕 **The venue:** Da Raffaele brings a slice of Naples to the heart of Zürich's Altstadt. Think 48-hour dough, a 500°C wood-fired oven, and an amazing pizza. Two minutes from Central, close to HB — easy for everyone coming from across the city or the S-Bahn.

Hare is Keys to the Treasure. Since Zurich Marathon weekend is approaching, this'll be an easy and short trail with a focus on fluid replenishment :) **Where**: Brauerei Oerlikon, in Oerlikon. Look for English speakers wearing running gear. **When:** We'll meet at 6:50 pm to start at 7:00 pm. There's a charge of CHF 5 for participating, which covers all you can drink beer/cider (and non-alcoholic alternatives) plus snacks afterwards. **All Welcome:** If you are new, curious, and want to get out of the house, stretch your legs, talk shit, enjoy a drink, and hopefully a laugh, then here's what you need to know: • We are a social running/walking group, physical fitness is not required, but a sense of humour is useful. • The aim is to find the '*Beer Stop*' at the end of the '*trail*' and have fun. • 'True Trail' is typically 4-7 km. Some will go less (especially those walking or walk/running), and some over-achieving fast runners will go further. • The '*Hare*', which changes each event (along with location), cleverly lays the trail (typically with flour marks) so that everyone reaches the end at the same time. • There is always a place to deposit your bag and sometimes a place to change. • **After Trail**, we group for \~20-40 minutes for drinks, snacks, and some fun. This '*Circle*' is typically outside, so leave something warm in your bag in winter (and bring a flashlight when it's dark). If you don't want to stand around drinking afterwards, you can head home. We occasionally all go to a restaurant afterwards. **Why bother leaving your warm & dry sofa?** If you enjoy getting outside, being around people, and doing something a bit different, you will probably enjoy hashing. Exercise is important, and this is probably the least boring way to get it. 'Hashing' and the idea of some physical activity to work up a thirst, have been around for almost 90 years and there are groups (*Hashes*) in most major cities. Its humor and 'traditions' can be explored on the internet - **or you can just come along and find out.** *See you there.* We are of many nationalities, all ages, full of misfits and idiots (at least there is no one taking themselves seriously!) and always welcome newbies 'Virgin Hashers' and visitors from other groups. For more about Zürich Hash House Harriers, check out [www.zh3.ch](http://www.zh3.ch/) ( [http://www.zh3.ch/](http://www.zh3.ch/) )

Looking for a **fun, relaxed social event in Zurich**? Join **Zurich Fun Gamers (ZFG)** for an easygoing Tuesday night of party & strategy board games in a cozy Irish pub 🍺 Whether you’re **new in Zurich**, a regular, or **joining solo**, this is one of the **easiest ways to meet people** — most guests come alone and quickly find a table. **[Ticket Link :](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/leisure-excursions/groups-games/board-games-zurich-ladies-night-social-gaming-zfg-7445962311116829917.html)**[ ](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/leisure-excursions/groups-games/board-games-zurich-ladies-night-social-gaming-zfg-7445962311116829917.html) 🗓 This week: **Ladies Night** 💃 Ladies **FREE entry** 🕺 Gents **CHF 5.–** 🎲 **70+ board games explained**, across party, strategy, bluffing, co-op & social deduction — no rules knowledge needed 👉 **[Check our website](https://zurichfungamers.com/list-of-games)** for all game details 🤝 **Solo-friendly** — we help match tables and rotate groups naturally 🍀 **Venue:** Coopers Pub Oerlikon (cozy, social, no chaos) 💬 **Join Switzerland’s biggest social gaming** WhatsApp community here: **[Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GhVuGiUwPpi3BkhskOUJgp)** [🎟 ](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/leisure-excursions/groups-games/board-games-zurich-ladies-night-social-gaming-zfg-7445962311116829917.html)**[Please secure your ticket here:](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/leisure-excursions/groups-games/board-games-zurich-ladies-night-social-gaming-zfg-7445962311116829917.html)** 👉 **Official [Website](https://zurichfungamers.com/)** 📲 **Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/zurichfungamers/)** Limited spots to keep the experience relaxed and social. Come for the games, stay for the people 🙂

PLEASE PURCHASE **CHF 59 (early bird)** TICKET VIA [LUMA](https://luma.com/rii1rycb). Most AI workshops show you slides. This one gives you something to take home. ​In 2-3 hours you'll build a personal AI assistant that actually knows how you work: what drains you, how you prioritise, what you keep forgetting. No coding. No fluff. Just your laptop and one problem you wish would solve itself. ​You leave with something working. Tonight. ​**What to expect:** You'll learn how to build your own AI assistant using Claude and taking advantage of Claude skills and MCP connectors. All whilst you get to sip on your Aperol (or San Bitter as an alcohol-free alternative). **What to bring** A Claude account (free plan works). Claude Pro recommended if you want to go further on the night. ​**Works even better if you use one of these:** Notion, Asana, Linear, Jira, Google Drive, Gmail, Slack, ClickUp, [Monday.com](https://monday.com/). Claude connects directly to all of them, so your assistant can see your actual tasks without you pasting anything. **In Hottingen, Zurich, detailed location will be revealed after ticket purchase via [luma](https://luma.com/rii1rycb).** ​Don't use any of these? No problem, you'll still build something that works.

We keep it a fun and practical language exchange. First thing you'll notice is we match you with **fluent speakers** in your target language. **Event Flow** **18:45–19:15** → Registration Scan the QR code to tell us your fluent and target languages. **19:15–20:30** → Language Exchange Powered by our **Learn by Flipping** method. **20:30 onwards** → Stay, chat, or head off — totally up to you 😉 **What is "Learn by Flipping"?** **Practical** → You speak with fluent speakers in your target language. **Collaborative** → Every 5 minutes, you switch roles: learner ↔ helper. **Fun** → Small groups, good energy, and a bar atmosphere — without the chaos. Save some time by [Signing up to our web app](https://fliplingoes.com/) beforehand. **Entrance:** 10 CHF (includes a tapa) Please note, event registration closes after 7:15PM

Von **3D-Druckern** und **Laser Cuttern** über die **CNC-Fräse**, **Holzwerkstatt**, **Keramik-Projekte**, **vollautomatische Strickmaschinen**, **3D-Scanner** bis hin zur **Elektronikwerkstatt** – bei uns könnt ihr alles live erleben und ausprobieren. **Kurzeinführungen:** * **13:00 Uhr:** **3D-Druck –** Vom Modell zum fertigen Produkt in Minuten * **14:00 Uhr:** **Laser-Cutter in Action –** Flaschen gravieren * **13-21 UHR: Free-style**\- Das Fablab ist bis 21 Uhr geöffnet\, unsere Labmanager und Labmanaginnen zeigen euch gerne\, was immer euch interessiert\. **Apéro & Austausch:** Natürlich ist auch für das Wohlbefinden gesorgt, meldet euch an, damit wir genügend für den Apéro vorbereiten können. **Was läuft sonst noch im Fablab ?** Erfahrt mehr über unsere **Workshops** und wie ihr selbst Teil der Fablab-Community werden könnt. [Fablab Zürich Workshops](https://zurich.fablab.ch/events/categories/workshops/)

Ready to sweat, smash, and socialize? Join **Zurich Fun Gamers (ZFG)** for our bi-weekly Sunday Badminton session at the legendary Yonex Halle! Whether you are a complete beginner or a smash-master, this is the perfect way to end your weekend. We book **minimum 4 courts**, so there is plenty of space for everyone. **[Tickets Required : Click here :](https://eventfrog.ch/ZFGBadminton)**[ ](https://eventfrog.ch/ZFGBadminton) **🏸 The Setup** * **Social Vibe:** We mix and match! It’s about fun first. * **Skill Levels:** We guarantee at least **one dedicated Beginner Court**. Advanced players can form a **Competitive Court** to battle it out. 🏆 * **Equipment:** Shuttles are **included**. Rackets available for rent (CHF 5). * **🔄 Rotation:** We may allow **2 extra players** on the bench to rotate in. This ensures full courts in case of no-shows/injuries and gives everyone a chance to catch their breath! 😅 **👟 The "Golden Rule" (Strict!)** * **NO OUTSIDE SHOES:** You must bring a separate pair of **clean, non-marking indoor court shoes** and change into them *inside* the locker room. No street shoes allowed on the courts. **🎟️ [Tickets & Pricing (Book Early & Save!)](https://eventfrog.ch/ZFGBadminton)**[ ](https://eventfrog.ch/ZFGBadminton)*[T](https://eventfrog.ch/ZFGBadminton)o manage court bookings (48h cancellation policy), we reward early planners:* * **[Early Bird Ticket:](https://eventfrog.ch/ZFGBadminton)**[ ](https://eventfrog.ch/ZFGBadminton)**[CHF 22](https://eventfrog.ch/ZFGBadminton)**[ (Buy 72h before event)](https://eventfrog.ch/ZFGBadminton) * **[Standard Ticket:](https://eventfrog.ch/ZFGBadminton)**[ ](https://eventfrog.ch/ZFGBadminton)**[CHF 25](https://eventfrog.ch/ZFGBadminton)**[ (Last minute)](https://eventfrog.ch/ZFGBadminton) * *Note: You must buy a ticket on Eventfrog to play. No cash/Twint on spot.* **📍 Logistics** * **Location:** Yonex Halle, Hardbrücke (Zurich) * **Meeting Point:** Inside the lobby at **15:50** (Warm-up & Shoes change) * **Game Time:** 16:00 – 17:30 (90 Mins) 🍻 **After the Game:** The fun doesn't stop at match point! We usually stay for a drink or coffee nearby to cool down and socialize. That’s the real ZFG vibe! ✨ Let’s smash it, ZFG-style! 💪🔥

Welcome to the Competitive Play Session. This session takes place every Saturday from 10:45 to 12:15 at the Yonex Badminton Hall Hardbrücke. The number of players on the waitlist one week in advance determines the number of courts booked. If you are on the waitlist but can no longer attend, please remove yourself as early as possible. Players are accepted into the session based on skill suitability. This session is for experienced players looking for quality games. Play is focused on doubles with a competitive mindset and consistent rallies. You should be comfortable smashing, return smashes and keeping up a moderate tempo throughout the session. New players and those who are new to badminton are welcome to join the PM Session (Open Level Play). Payment can be made via TWINT after the session.

Echte Werte entstehen nicht am Bildschirm, sondern auf dem Feld. Und doch verliert unser Geld Jahr für Jahr an Kaufkraft – weil es einfach nur gedruckt wird. Wenn du dich fragst, wie Werterhalt und Freiheit heute noch möglich sind, ist dieser Abend für dich. Bitcoin bringt die Freiheit zurück: weg von Banken, Inflation und Kontrolle. Bitcoin macht dich zu deiner eigenen Bank, wie ein digitaler „Tresor“, in dem Wert langfristig gespeichert werden kann, ohne dass jemand ihn einfach „dazudruckt“. Im Vortrag „Bitcoin & Landwirtschaft – echte WERTschätzung?“ zeigt Christopher Burgert praxisnah: • Warum unser Geldsystem kaputt ist • Was Bitcoin wirklich ist - und weshalb es Wert schützen kann • Wie Bitcoin und Landwirtschaft perfekt zusammenpassen • Wie man Bitcoin im Laden oder Hofladen akzeptiert - und welche Vorteile das für Landwirte und Kunden bringt Christopher Burgert ist Freiheits- und Bitcoin-Enthusiast. Schon mit 16 Jahren erkannte er die Dysfunktion unseres Geldsystems und beschäftigt sich seitdem mit Werterhalt und dezentralen Strukturen. Auf dem Land aufgewachsen ist es ihm ein Herzensanliegen die dezentralen Strukturen vor Ort zu unterstützen und über Freiheit und echten Wert aufzuklären. Eintritt frei, freiwillige Spende

Welcome to the Open Level Play Session. This session takes place every Saturday from 12:15 to 13:45 at the Yonex Badminton Hall Hardbrücke. The number of players on the waitlist one week in advance determines the number of courts booked. If you are on the waitlist but can no longer attend, please remove yourself as early as possible. Open to players of all skill levels. This session is for doubles with a relaxed and social focus. Ideal for casual play, improvement and meeting new players. Payment can be made via TWINT after the session.

**[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/eating-drinking/digital-detox-cafe-7438257105201571682.html) or** **[www.social-circle.ch](www.social-circle.ch)** **Unplug & Create: Digital Detox Café at Paint it Easy** Take a break from screens and reconnect with yourself and others at our Digital Detox event in Zürich’s most inviting creative space, Paint it Easy. We’ll kick off the evening with a relaxed atmosphere, setting the tone for a mindful and inspiring night. Join our craft group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3) Choose your path for the evening: **Deep Talk with Question Cards:** Dive into meaningful conversations and connect with fellow participants on a deeper level. **Boardgames:** Just for fun or to meet new people. **Creative Activities:** * **Drawing** (included) * **Canvas Painting** (CHF 10/hour + canvas, e.g., 30x40 cm: CHF 9) * **Pottery Painting** (CHF 20–45 per piece) * **Jewellery Making with Beads** (CHF 10/hour + materials, avg. CHF 20–30) * **Linocut Printmaking** (CHF 25–35 per piece) **Location:** Paint it Easy, Zürich **Ticket:** CHF 15 **Includes :** Welcome drink\*, drawing material, notebook, games, workshop **Doesn't include** : optional creative activity fees (depending on your choice) \*Warm drink, homemade iced tea, or lemonade Want more events like this? Join our community! [https://chat.whatsapp.com/DaGFCvKs6iu62pftk5cotM](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DaGFCvKs6iu62pftk5cotM) No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and an open mind! Whether you're painting, reflecting, or connecting, this is your space to recharge, express, and enjoy. Please note that pictures might be taken and used, if you don't want to be on them please let the host know. Tickets are not refundable. #digitaldetox

Pay attention! We’re delaying a week for those of you who may be on Spring break and/or celebrating the holiday. Ok, no pancakes, but waffles-a-plenty. Join the local UX and Digital Design community for a casual monthly breakfast. Look for us upstairs!

Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration! This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired. **New to electronics or curious about tinkering?** You’re absolutely welcome. If you’re a beginner and want to experiment, I’ll have a couple of starter kits available so you can try things out—whether that’s blinking your first LED, putting something on a display, or experimenting with simple sensors. No pressure and no experience required—just an interest in learning and building. While we continue to pursue a more permanent venue for this Meetup, we’ll be using public library facilities based on availability. This session will be at the Worthington Park Library in the Olentangy Meeting Room.

The Fellowship of the Star Schema: Transforming OLTP Data for Power BI One does not simply build reports on OLTP data. Join us on an epic journey from the depths of raw, normalized tables to the shining halls of a well-modeled star schema fit for Power BI greatness. We will demystify the differences between OLTP and OLAP, walk through star schema vs snowflake (and why Power BI has a clear favorite), and show you the compression differences between normalized and columnar storage that will make you never look at an OLTP model the same way again. We will cover the different types of dimensions, when to use them, and how to handle Slowly Changing Dimensions without losing your mind. You will leave knowing exactly how to identify a bad model, how to convert OLTP data into a clean star schema, and how to forge relationships that rule them all. Whether you are a data wizard, a curious hobbit, or somewhere in between, your models will never be the same.

**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** GitHub Copilot is powerful, but what if you could scale from a solo AI assistant to an entire team of specialized agents working in parallel? This session introduces Squad: an open-source framework for multi-agent orchestration that lets you define teams of AI agents with specific roles, responsibilities, and expertise. We'll progress from Copilot basics to the Copilot CLI, explore how Agents add autonomy, and see how Instructions and Skills let you customize agent behavior. Then, the climax: a live demo where a Squad team of 3 agents (Lead, Developer, Tester) stands up and builds a working application in real-time, showcasing true multi-agent collaboration. Whether you're new to AI or exploring how to scale your use of Copilot, this session will show you what's possible when agents work as a team. **YouTube Link** TBD

AI is changing how art is made. But when does it stop being your work and start being the machine’s? This month we're going to be doing a panel with with digital image, music, and written word artists, talking about at what point, while using AI in the creation process, does the work become not the artist creation? We encourage audience participation during this event that will be moderated by Chris Slee. 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) Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/55umjqta)