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The “war” between TradFi and crypto is over. Now comes the **Great Convergence**. Banks, asset managers, and blockchain infrastructure providers are merging into a new financial system — powered by tokenization, institutional custody, and 24/7 markets. Join CryptoMondays Zurich for a sharp panel exploring: ✅ Is regulation now a competitive moat? ✅ Which assets move on-chain next after tokenized treasuries? ✅ Will banks dominate custody and infrastructure? ✅ Is global crypto liquidity splitting East vs West? ** Speakers:** [Nicolas Kuhn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-kuhn-900b0142/) \- Product Manager Digital Assets at [ZKB](https://www.linkedin.com/company/zkb-ch/) [Ralf Kubli](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralf-kubli-644393/) \- President EU at [Validation Cloud](https://www.linkedin.com/company/validationcloud/) **Event Details:** Monday, 23 February Tenity Office, Pfingstweidstrasse 110, 8005 Zürich 18:30 Doors open 19:00 Panel & discussion 19:45 Networking 21:00 Finish For builders, investors, institutions & curious minds shaping digital finance. Thanks to **[Tenity](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tenity/)** & **[Bitget](https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitget-global/)** for supporting this event. **Follow Us:** **[LinkedIn](https://ch.linkedin.com/company/cryptomondayszurich) \| [Twitter](https://x.com/CryptoMondaysZH)** **Spread the Word** Share with your Web3, Crypto & Blockchain network Hashtags: `#CryptoMondaysZurich` `#TradFi` `#Crypto2026` Hosted by CryptoMondays Zurich: **[Aliya](https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliya-das-gupta/), [Luis](https://www.linkedin.com/in/luismoncosilinares/), [Alex](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandreflorysamartino/), [Maria](https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-romero-von-fedak-374a32b7/) , [Gio](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gio-georgiou-web3/), [Laura](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-kiviharju/)** & **[Robin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-huber-29168413a/)** ⚠️ *By attending you consent to receiving event updates via email. The event will be photographed & recorded for promotional purposes.*

Encuentro de Mujeres Hispanas en Suiza – Carnaval de Basilea ⚠️ Para nuestro encuentro es indispensable tu registro en el grupo de WhatsApp. [No olvides entrar al grupo. Aquí coordinaremos los detalles importantes para el encuentro.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JwixLLipk8U8fl1T1mtPs5?mode=gi_t) ¡Te invitamos a un encuentro especial de mujeres hispanohablantes en Suiza! Nos reuniremos en Basilea para celebrar juntas el famoso Carnaval de Basilea (Basler Fasnacht), una de las fiestas más tradicionales y espectaculares del país. Fecha: Lunes 23 de febrero Lugar: Basilea ➡️ Treffpunkt: 11:00 am. / Basel Bahnhof Será una ocasión perfecta para: ✨ Conocer a otras mujeres hispanas ✨ Compartir risas, cultura y buena compañía ✨ Disfrutar del ambiente único del carnaval, con su música, disfraces y desfiles Importante para el Carnaval de Basilea Para integrarnos al ambiente del Basler Fasnacht y evitar que nos llenen de confeti (Räppli), es imprescindible: • Llevar la insignia del carnaval (Fasnachtsplakette) • Ir disfrazadas o, al menos, llevar algún accesorio carnavalesco (sombrero, máscara, maquillaje, etc.) Durante el carnaval, quienes no llevan insignia o disfraz suelen convertirse en el blanco perfecto del confeti Con una Plakette y un toque de disfraz mostramos respeto por la tradición y, además, apoyamos al carnaval. Si no tienes un disfraz completo, cualquier detalle cuenta. La Plakette se puede comprar fácilmente en la ciudad. ¡Vamos a vivir el carnaval como se debe y a divertirnos juntas! Con el siguiente enlace puedes entrar directamente al grupo de WhatsApp. Cuando ingreses por favor lee atentamente la descripción del grupo. [Whatsapp Hispanas en Suiza BASLER FASNACHT 23.02.2026](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JwixLLipk8U8fl1T1mtPs5)

*English description below* Come un bookclub ma per i podcast. Ogni mese ci ritroviamo per parlare di un podcast che abbiamo ascoltato e scambiarci pareri, opinioni e consigli su nuovi e possibili ascolti. **Questo mese ascoltiamo *Incantagioni Audio-Essay***, un podcast indipendente realizzato da K-assandra, prodotto da Mariano Tomatis e distribuito da NERO. Puoi ascoltarlo su **[Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/0DZ23Q93SzHrjOXLOzbo2G?si=b61e502fa224451a)**. Puoi usare questo schema per annotare le tue riflessioni e condividerle poi con il resto del gruppo [https://bit.ly/fogliotqe_PAZ](https://bit.ly/fogliotqe_PAZ) *(Per scaricarlo è necessario avere un account Google)* ### Incantagioni Audio-Essay *[Dalla descrizione del Podcast](https://www.neroeditions.com/format/incantagioni/)* Una giovane antropologa si imbatte nel libro scritto da un mago: Incantagioni. Storie di veggenti, sibille, sonnambule e altre fantasmagoriche liberazioni (Nero 2022) racconta la storia di sei donne che, tra Sette- e Ottocento, hanno usato la magia per emanciparsi dall’oppressione patriarcale. Usando le sue pagine come mappa, la ricercatrice avvia una ricerca che la porterà ben al di là delle traiettorie del libro, con l’obiettivo di esplorare forme e influenze del magico nella contemporaneità europea. Incantagioni Audio-Essay è un podcast indipendente realizzato da K-assandra, prodotto da Mariano Tomatis e distribuito da NERO. Le musiche sono di Kalisia e Lp_saad. Il progetto grafico è di Lucrezia Gentili. Registrazione presso Accademia Recording Studio (Verona). ### Cosa è P.A.Z. Podcast Ascolti Zurigo? Il miglior modo per conoscere un podcast è il passaparola. Solitamente questo viaggia attraverso i social media. P.A.Z., acrononimo che sta per Podcast Ascolti Zurigo nasce per scoprire cose nuove da ascoltare e avere la possibilità di parlarne con altri, in persona. Come un bookclub, ma per i podcast. #### *English Version* Each month, we gather to discuss a podcast we've listened to, sharing thoughts, opinions, and recommendations for future listens. This month we are listening to Incantagioni Audio-Essay, an independent podcast created by K-assandra, produced by Mariano Tomatis, and distributed by NERO. Listen to it now on **[Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/0DZ23Q93SzHrjOXLOzbo2G?si=b61e502fa224451a)**. ### *Incantagioni Audio-Essay* **From Podcast notes** A young anthropologist comes across a book written by a magician: Incantagioni. Stories of Seers, Sibyls, Somnambulists, and Other Phantasmagorical Liberations (NERO, 2022) tells the story of six women who, between the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, used magic as a means of emancipation from patriarchal oppression. Using the book’s pages as a map, the researcher embarks on an investigation that leads her far beyond the book’s original trajectories, with the aim of exploring the forms and influences of magic in contemporary European society. Incantagioni Audio-Essay is an independent podcast created by K-assandra, produced by Mariano Tomatis, and distributed by NERO. The music is by Kalisia and Lp_saad. Graphic design by Lucrezia Gentili. Recorded at Accademia Recording Studio (Verona). ### What's P.A.Z.? The best way to discover a podcast is through word of mouth, usually traveling through social media. P.A.Z., an acronym for Podcast Ascolti Zurigo, was born to uncover new things to listen to and the chance to discuss them with others in person. Like a book club, but for podcasts. #### Is there an entry fee? The event is free (it would be nice to know how many of us are coming, so if you can, RSVP for free here). Everyone is free to order something at the bar at their own expense. #### Do I need to have listened to the entire podcast? No, you can come even if you haven't heard the entire podcast (but it's better if you have). #### Is the podcast to listen to always in Italian? Yes, currently, P.A.Z. aims to focus on Italian-language podcasts, and anyone who speaks Italian is welcome. #### I like it but I can't be there, what can I do? Feel free to contact me via the email you find on Eventbrite, and I will be able to keep you updated on upcoming events.

En février, "you don't dry, you try" ! Grande dégustation de vins de la maison Bindella au Kunsthaus. Nous aurons l'occasion d'admirer les collections du Kunsthaus, un verre à la main. Plus de 40 vignerons italiens seront présents pour faire déguster quelque 200 vins de diverses régions viticoles. Entrée CHF 20.- via le lien https://eventfrog.ch/de/p/messen/messe/die-winzerinnen-kommen-7396128336001408211.html 15% sur les vins sont proposés durant la soirée. et Rabais des CHF 20 sur toute commande à partir de CHF 100. https://www.bindella.ch/events/die-winzerinnen-kommen Rdvs à l'entrée du bâtiment

**ALL YOU CAN CREATE** is the perfect offer for anyone who wants to be creative without committing to just one technique. Inspired by the "All You Can Eat" principle, you can try out and combine different creative workshops all day long, setting your own pace. Whether painting, crafting, embroidering, or decorating – at **All You Can Create,** your creativity takes center stage. In a relaxed and open atmosphere, you have the opportunity to choose from a variety of **creative techniques** and realize your own projects. This program is suitable for both beginners and experienced creative individuals. You don't need to be perfect at anything – the only important thing is that you enjoy creating something. ### What can you do at All You Can Create? **Decoding** involves decorating everyday objects like picture frames, cases, mirrors, jewelry boxes, etc., with a creamy paste and playful details. This technique is particularly popular because it delivers quick, visible results and leaves plenty of room for imagination. **Coloring** allows you to relax and fully concentrate on colors and shapes. Whether using templates or freehand designs, coloring helps you unwind and is ideal for creative breaks between other projects **.** When **designing jewelry,** you create your own accessories. Whether bracelets, necklaces, or earrings – here you can combine colors, shapes, and materials to create something personal. **Punch needle** offers a relaxing textile technique where you create textured patterns and small works of art using yarn and a needle. This technique is easy to learn and ideal for beginners. We also **offer nail services** . For hygiene reasons, we ask that you bring your **own nail file and nail polish** . ### A rule like at an all-you-can-eat event. Just like with "All You Can Eat," there's only **one important rule at All You Can Create** : **You must complete your project.** If a project appears incomplete, an **additional fee of 10 CHF** will be charged. This rule helps ensure that the creative space is used fairly for everyone and motivates participants to consciously complete their projects. ### When does All You Can Create take place? **Between 13:00 and 17:00** ### Who is All You Can Create for? **For everyone!** Children, teenagers, and adults are all welcome. All You Can Create is ideal for anyone who wants to unwind, be creative, try new things, and create something without pressure. Whether alone, with friends, or as a creative break – here you'll find space for ideas and inspiration.

Hi there! I’m happy you have come across **Afro Dance Fitness classes**! Are you interested in group fitness (all levels) or dancing, Afrodance and Working out in a group of likeminded women to Afrobeats music, then this is for you! Afro Workout is an Afrodance inspired Dance Fitness Class in Zürich that combines dynamic dance moves and intensive Workout to Afrobeats. Similiar to Zumba but to Afro music including dance movement, fitness and sculpt. Afro is all about Good Vibes! Expressing a joy of living, to be confident and feel good in your body. Classes take place **every Monday from 7-8 pm** in Zürich Altstetten. For all levels! You don’t have to be a dancer or a fitness geek. Party, Dance and sweat with us to Afrobeats! First class is always free for first timers! Sign up for the FREE class [Free class](https://afroworkout.as.me/free-class) Please always sign up and RSVP to every class, via Meet up Event, [Email](vanessa@afroworkout.com) vanessa@afroworkout.ch, DM on Instagram or Sign up link on Website. There will be always more people in a class then shown on Meet up. Don‘t hesitate to sign up via above mentioned channels. Can‘t wait! Check daily updates and classes on [Instagram](https://instagram.com/afroworkout.ch?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=) Website for more information and class info [www.afroworkout.ch](https://www.afroworkout.ch) Move, Dance and Stay Fit to Afrobeats!

*BellaZurigo goes to Basel*: Experience the UNESCO-listed Basler Fasnacht Are you curious to experience one of Switzerland’s most unique cultural traditions together with BellaZurigo? Join BellaZurigo on WhatsApp https://chat.whatsapp.com/E21SfzKkOCaH5s2K2oPUGB?mode=gi_t a vibrant community for a special cultural day trip to Basel’s Fasnacht, officially recognized as UNESCO Cultural Heritage. The Basler Fasnacht is a deeply rooted tradition combining music, satire, art, and creativity. On Monday afternoon we will experience the highlight of the celebration: the Cortège, the grand parade where more than 10,000 masked participants, musicians, lanterns, and artistic floats move through Basel’s old town. After the parade, we will walk to *Münsterplatz* to admire the famous illuminated lantern exhibition. ✨ Why join BellaZurigo? We create Italian-inspired experiences; relaxed, friendly, and open to everyone. Many of our members are expats looking to meet new people and enjoy meaningful social moments together.Whether you come alone or with friends, you will find a welcoming group. *Event details* Destination: Basel Old Town Date: Monday, 23 February 2026 ⏰ Meeting time in Zurich: under the angel at HB at 14:50 sharp * Train: IC3 (direct intercity) * Departure: 14:59 from Zürich HB (Platform 12) * Arrival: 15:52 at Basel SBB (Platform 5) * Travel time: 53 minutes Afternoon: *Cortège parade* (16:00 – 18:00) Evening: *Lantern exhibition* & Fasnacht atmosphere For additional information about the Fasnacht program and live updates, you can also download the “This is Basel” app. You are also welcome to join us directly in Basel and connect with the group through our *WhatsApp chat*, or simply join later in the evening if you cannot make it earlier. Come discover one of Switzerland’s most magical traditions together and make new connections along the way.

**About** Home Assistant is an open source home automation that puts local control and privacy first. It is powered by a worldwide community of tinkerers and DIY enthusiasts. **Presentations** 1. 15’: Welcome (Urs/Reto and SCS) 2. 45’: Intro to Home Assistant and Open Home Foundation, technical deep dive on Home Assistant and Home Assistant Operating System (Stefan Agner) 3. 30’: Intro to Home Assistant integration development and current work at GARDENA (Ezra, Florian) Presentations start at 19:00. Afterwards we’ll have plenty of time to discuss and socialize. **About the speakers** * [Stefan Agner](https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefan-agner-6a43066a/) is the team-lead Home Assistant Operating System and works at the Open Home Foundation. * [Ezra Bühler](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ezrabuehler/ "https://www.linkedin.com/in/ezrabuehler/") is a senior embedded software developer. He maintains the GARDENA smart gateway and currently works on allowing offline operation. * [Florian Schweikert](https://mistkratzer.li/ "https://mistkratzer.li/") is a data engineer at GARDENA and works on a Home Assistant integration. * [Lukas Woodtli](https://ch.linkedin.com/in/lukaswoodtli) is a senior embedded software developer. He develops and maintains services on the GARDENA smart gateway.

An evening for professionals who are actively applying GenAI in their work — across product, data, operations, and strategy. We’re bringing together practitioners who are moving beyond experimentation and using AI to create real impact inside teams and organizations. **Format:** • Three short, insight-focused talks • A straight-talking panel on what’s working (and what isn’t) • Networking apero with people actively building and implementing GenAI **Speakers:** * **Friedemann Schestag** — Data & AI Engineer, Unit8 * **Karim Zeid** — Founder, Fiduza * **Simon Heimlicher** — AI Engineering Director This is a curated, in-person event for people who want practical perspectives, useful workflows, and high-signal conversations. No technical background required, but a professional mindset and real interest in applied AI will help you get the most out of the evening. **Location:** Unit8 Office, Zurich ** Date:** Wednesday, 25th of February 2026 **Time:** 18:00–21:00 ️ **Capacity is limited** — please RSVP only if you plan to attend Hosted by **GenAI 360 Zurich**.

Hi everyone! We’re continuing the conversation. For the next **Cloud Platforms Switzerland Meetup**, we’re moving from listening to *working together*. Join us on **24.02.26** at **18:00 at isolutions @ Circle ZH** for a short welcome before we dive straight in. This edition is about **co-defining cloud platforms** \- and questioning the idea that a single\, universal platform model can realistically serve every organization\, team\, or context\. ️ At **18:35**, **Philipp Kuntschik and Marcel Wiedemeier** will set the stage with a structured introduction to platform definitions. What do we actually mean when we talk about “platforms”? Which definitions hold up in practice, and where do they start to fall apart? ️ From there, we’ll shift into a **hands-on workshop format**. After a brief setup, we’ll split into groups by **platform type** and work through concrete questions around scope, responsibilities, and trade-offs. The objective isn’t to force alignment - it’s to make differences explicit and actionable. Each group will briefly present their key takeaways, followed by an open discussion to compare patterns, tensions, and open questions across platform types. We’ll conclude the structured part around **20:00**, then move into networking and apéro , and wrap up the evening at **21:00**. If you’re involved in designing, operating, or governing cloud platforms - and you’re not fully convinced that existing models fit your reality - you’ll feel right at home. See you there!

**About the talk** Conversational assistants aren’t “just another feature”. They are full experiences shaped by countless design decisions that must hold up in real life: messy inputs, high expectations, edge cases, and the constant tension between speed, quality, and cost. In this talk, Gea and Alberto share what they’ve learned while designing AI-enabled assistants in different contexts (from support to retail-like journeys). Instead of focusing on hype or theory, they’ll unpack the practical choices that make the difference: how to keep conversations actionable, how to design a consistent “voice” without overdoing personality, how to define (or intentionally limit) the assistant’s identity, and how the interface and the underlying logic need to evolve together. They’ll also touch the less glamorous, but most decisive parts of the work: when AI is the right tool (and when it isn’t), why data is the elephant in the room, what “testing” means in conversational design, and how to guide users so the assistant is easy to understand and hard to misuse without overwhelming them. Expect a set of clear takeaways you can reuse with your own team, whether you’re starting from scratch or improving something already in production, shared through real design trade-offs, not spoilers. **About the speakers** [Gea Sasso](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gea-sasso/) is a Senior Service Designer at Sketchin focused on service experiences where journeys, touchpoints, and contexts come together. Her work explores how services can be shaped across channels, including the interplay between digital and physical environments. [Alberto Andreetto](https://www.linkedin.com/in/albertoandreetto/) is a Lead Interaction Designer at Sketchin specialized in interaction design and complex digital systems. He works on defining how products behave, respond, and communicate, especially when interfaces become conversational and adaptive. [Sketchin](https://www.sketchin.com/) is an advanced strategic-design studio that helps forward‑thinking organizations explore technology and face their next sustainable change. They combine business opportunities with customer expectations to design and deliver end‑to‑end experiences, often leveraging deep tech and AI to reshape products, services, and customer engagement. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ** The Talk is in English** ** \*Note\* The event is happening in a new room \*note\* The event will be held at ETH Zürich Maschinenbau ML, Room F34** *We kindly ask you to arrive 10 minutes early of the event start, so everyone can find a seat due to high attendance. Thank you!*

An jedem letzten Donnerstag-Abend des Monats findet im Fablab Zürich ein Mini-Workshop statt. Erfahrene LabmanagerInnen teilen ihr Wissen zu Themen wie Lasern, Fräsen, 3D-Drucken, 3D-Scannen, Plotten uvm. Auch Nicht-Mitglieder sind eingeladen um die tollen Möglichkeiten des Fablab kennenzulernen, der Eintritt ist frei. Bitte über dieses Meetup registrieren: [LINK](https://www.meetup.com/fablab-zurich-mini-workshop/events/) **Das Fokus-Thema heute:** Up-cycling mit Filzmaschine, Martina zeigt euch, wie du deinen Lieblingspullover retten kannst.

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!

A single broken type can ripple through your entire stack, turning a seamless deployment into a debugging nightmare. But when your types are watertight, the magic happens: code that documents itself, databases that talk to forms, and modularity without the risk. This February, we’re stripping away the guesswork and looking at the architecture that keeps modern web apps unbreakable. Whether you’re looking to harden your infrastructure or automate your validation logic, join us for an evening of deep-dive demos and technical insights that go way beyond the documentation. **Agenda** * 17:30 – **Doors open** * 18:30 - 18:50 – **Settling in & Intro** * 18:50 - 20:30 – **Talks and pizza** * 20:30 – **Networking** **Explore the detailed agenda and speaker info: [https://zurichjs.com/events/march-2026](https://zurichjs.com/events/march-2026)** **About the organizers** * **[Bogdan Ilie](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilie-bogdan/)** is a user advocate. He's dipped his toes into Web Development, Technical Writing, Marketing, Design, and more. That makes him uniquely predisposed to identify improvement opportunities anywhere in the chain, or come up with unique solutions to problems. Nowadays, he's building websites and webapps at novu ag, using his beloved framework, Vue. * **[Faris Aziz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/farisaziz12/)** is a front-end master and Staff Software Engineer at Smallpdf, after his Engineering management job at Navro, a fintech company in the UK. Faris is a mentor, conference speaker, and workshop instructor, most recently at CityJS and other major conferences. He has contributed to open-source projects like Raycast and has mentored on platforms like Mentor Cruise. His projects include work on GCN, Eurosport, Discovery+, Fiit (a top UK fitness app), and he was the founding engineer of Navro in London. He also serves as a technical mentor at the Bletchley Institute. * **[Nadja Hesselbjerg](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadja-r%C3%B8mer-hesselbjerg-47002a12b/)** is a Zurich-based frontend developer with a flair for crafting sleek, user-friendly web experiences. With a passion for innovative UX/UI design, she transforms complex ideas into intuitive digital solutions. Her multicultural background adds a unique perspective to her work. When she's not coding, Nadja is likely exploring the latest design trends or enjoying the vibrant Swiss tech scene. **Who are the awesome sponsors and partners?** * **[Vercel](https://vercel.com/?utm_source=zurichjs&utm_medium=sponsored_meetup&utm_campaign=zurichjs_partner_2026)** is THE platform for frontend developers, providing the speed and reliability needed to create at the moment of inspiration. We love Vercel because they’ve turned the "manual labor" of deployment into a simple `git push`. By handling the heavy lifting of global infrastructure and serverless scaling, Vercel allows us to focus on what we actually enjoy: building great user experiences. Whether you’re using Next.js, Nuxt, or SvelteKit, Vercel is the gold standard for shipping fast and staying in the flow. * **[GYFF](https://www.getyourfreefast.ch/?utm_source=zurichjs&utm_medium=sponsored_meetup&utm_campaign=zurichjs_partner_2026)** is a Swiss platform that facilitates connections between IT experts and businesses, where they vet both the companies and the freelancers, so the collaboration goes smoothly. **Get involved** * Have an interesting idea? * Something missing from all meetups in this space? * Do you have feedback? * Wanna buy us a coffee? * **Got a venue idea?** We love rotating locations to showcase Zurich’s tech ecosystem. Reach out, we’re always scouting fresh spots for our upcoming events. There are multiple ways to get in touch: * **[conf.zurichjs.com](https://conf.zurichjs.com)** \- get your conference ticket and find out more\! * **[zurichjs.com](http://www.zurichjs.com/)** \- the source of truth for all things zurichjs\, including all social links to follow us and interact with us online Our goal is to create a space where everyone can bring value and feel like they are getting something out of it. We are open to sponsorships and partnerships, and we would appreciate you **sharing the event** and message us about opportunities. We are also committed to fostering a respectful and psychologically safe space where anyone can share their ideas. If this is your first time speaking, or if you need help preparing for a talk, we are happy to offer guidance and support.

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. (NOTICE - Location change!) This session will be at the Karl Road Branch of the Columbus Library in the Conference Room 2.

**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

**NEW LOCATION: Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: * 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. * 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). See the handy Parking Map - we recommend street parking. [Street Parking Map](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1u2A4fLNlxwLJn0KA_hKc8bnFlFHLvsHBDh-_8wzX_tk/edit?usp=sharing) We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact centralohpython@gmail.com

Meeting @ Improving's office in Downtown Columbus, near Cosi. Parking is paid, food & drink are free! This time we're hanging out after the long winter break. We are going to look at a group-member's project used to help learn the fundamentals of Go, and if time allows, we can take a look at how we like to build Go projects using AI.

We will show a variety of methods for building agents that run in Microsoft Foundry. This covers the different types of agents: Prompt, Multi, and Hosted, as well as the development lifecycle using evals and traces.

Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!! https://sessionize.com/cbus-hug-2026/