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FPGA Events Today
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Conversational AI Design: A Practical Field Guide
**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.
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**💬 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 F36**
*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!*
ZurichJS Meetup: All down to the types
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?**
* **[Sentry](http://sentry.io/?utm_medium=meetup&utm_source=zurichjs&utm_campaign=february_2026_meetup)** is an open-source application monitoring and error-tracking platform that helps developers diagnose, fix, and optimize code performance in real-time. It provides actionable insights, such as stack traces and performance bottlenecks across web and mobile apps, supporting over 100 languages to help teams ship faster and improve software health
* **[Supabase](http://supabase.com/?utm_medium=meetup&utm_source=zurichjs&utm_campaign=february_2026_meetup)** is an open-source "Backend-as-a-Service" (BaaS) platform built on top of PostgreSQL. It acts as a developer-friendly, open-source alternative to Firebase, offering instant SQL database capabilities, authentication, real-time API subscriptions, file storage, and edge functions. It eliminates the need for manual backend infrastructure, enabling faster development
* **[Remotion ](https://www.remotion.dev/?utm_medium=meetup&utm_source=zurichjs&utm_campaign=february_2026_meetup)**allows you to create videos programatically, by just writing React. With the advent of AI coding tools, it's never been easier to get a marketing video up and running in no time.
* **[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.
Hackergarten February
We're planning the next Hackergarten Zurich 🥳 We're looking forward to see some familiar faces and share knowledge within the open-source community. Spread the word — everyone is welcome! Bring your project, a bug, a feature, a question... or just your time and enthusiasm 💜 As always there will be free drinks, beer and pizza, sponsored by Quatico.
As usual we briefly present the open-source projects we'd like to work on, break up into groups and try to make an actual contribution. We offer free pizza, beverages and depending on weather conditions a great view on Zurich West from the rooftop terrace.
Many thanks to Quatico (https://www.quatico.com) for hosting the event!
Post-Meetup Dinner (Last Thursday Talks)
**Pizza, Pasta & UX: Join us for the Post-Meetup Dinner!** 🍕
Want to keep the conversation going after the UX meetup?
Join us for dinner right after!
We have reserved a table at our favorite local Italian restaurant. They have welcomed us many times with delicious food and a cozy atmosphere. It’s the perfect place to unwind and discuss the evening's topics over some tasty pizza or pasta.
**Important:**
Please register here to save your seat. This reservation is exclusive to attendees of the main meetup of the same day.
See you there!
The LTT Team
ZH3 Hash # 1710: Johnny Cash Birthday Hash
Hare (someone to set the route) is NewBalls.
This Thursday evening (not Sunday morning) we're Coming Down to Bucheggplatz to celebrate Johnny Cash's birthday - hash style. Channel your inner Man in Black with your best cowboy boots (or sneakers) and black outfits. We'll run on for a long (not so long, \~6k true trail) time and then go down, down, down with our fellow fools drinkin' whiskey(?)/wine/beer/etc. Bonus points if you're a man named Sue. All ramblers and gamblers and back biters (no weird stuff) welcome to come run/walk, drink, and socialize!
**Where**:
See location. Typically within Zurich Zone 10. 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/) )
Why protein matters across a women’s life and how to implement it
**Über dieses Netzwerk-Event**
*(For English description see below)*
**FRAUENGESUNDHEIT & PROTEIN**
**Warum Protein über das ganze Leben einer Frau hinweg wichtig ist – und wie man es umsetzt**
📅 **Donnerstag\, 26\. Februar 2026 \| 18:00–20:15**
📍 **Swiss Life**, General-Guisan-Quai 40, Zürich👥
**Networking-Event vor Ort**
Eine ausreichende Proteinzufuhr unterstützt die metabolische Gesundheit, die Knochendichte sowie die Prävention altersbedingten Muskelabbaus – und hilft Frauen, über alle Lebensphasen hinweg stark und widerstandsfähig zu bleiben.
Der Proteinbedarf verändert sich im Laufe des Lebens – von hormoneller Gesundheit und Schwangerschaft über Perimenopause und Menopause bis hin zu gesundem Altern.
Zu verstehen, wie viel Protein Frauen wirklich benötigen, wie sich dieser Bedarf mit dem Alter verändert und wie typische Fehler vermieden werden können, ist entscheidend.
Denn in Protein zu investieren heisst, in **Healthspan** zu investieren.
Begleiten Sie **@Health2Wealth** zu einem Abend, der der Wissenschaft rund um Protein gewidmet ist und zeigt, wie Proteine die Frauengesundheit über die gesamte Lebensspanne hinweg unterstützen können.
**👤 Für wen ist das Event geeignet**
* Frauen, die verstehen möchten, wie Protein ihre Gesundheit verbessern kann
* Ärzt:innen, Apotheker:innen, Health-Coaches sowie Trainer:innen
**🕓 Agenda**
**17:30** Türöffnung
**18:00** Lightning Talks
**18:20** Paneldiskussion
**18:50** Q&A
**19:10** Abschluss — Anders Bally
**19:15** Networking-Apéro
**20:15** Eventende
**🎤 Speakers:**
* **Anders Bally, PhD** — Co-Founder & Präsident, Health2Wealth
* **Dr. Valentina Vinante** — Fachärztin für Gynäkologie und Geburtshilfe (FMH), Präventivmedizin
* **Ueli Lanz** — Master Personal Trainer & Ernährungsberater
👉 **Entdecken Sie die Vorteile einer bewussten Investition in Protein**
📅 **26\. Februar 2026 \| 18:00–20:15**📍 Swiss Life, General-Guisan-Quai 40, Zürich
🌐 **Sprache:** Deutsch (Fragen auch auf Englisch möglich)
🎟️ **Anmeldung:** https://health2wealth.org/product/womens-health-and-protein-why-protein-matters-across-a-womens-life-26-febr-2026/
Vielen Dank an unsere Partner **Swiss Life** und **Biogena** für die Unterstützung dieses Events.Teilen Sie diesen Beitrag gerne mit Ihrem Netzwerk – wir freuen uns, Sie in Zürich zu begrüssen!
**English version:**
### **Why Protein Matters Across a Woman’s Life — and How to Implement It**
Adequate protein intake supports metabolic health, bone density, and the prevention of age-related muscle loss — helping women stay strong and resilient across all stages of life.
Protein needs change over the course of a woman’s life, from hormonal health and pregnancy through perimenopause and menopause to healthy aging.
Understanding how much protein women really need, how these needs evolve with age, and how to avoid common mistakes is essential.
Because investing in protein means investing in **healthspan** — the number of healthy years lived.
Join like-minded participants for an evening dedicated to the science of protein and to discovering how protein can support women’s health across the entire lifespan.
**👤 Who Should Attend?**
* Women who want to understand how protein can improve their health and enhance performance
* Physicians, pharmacists, health coaches, and trainers
**🎤 Speakers**
* **Dr. Valentina Vinante** — Board-certified OB-GYN (FMH), Specialist in Preventive Medicine
* **Ueli Lanz** — Master Personal Trainer & Nutrition Therapist
* **Anders Bally, PhD** — Co-Founder & President, Health2Wealth
**🕓 Agenda**
**17:30** Doors open
**18:00** Lightning Talks
**18:20** Panel Discussion
**18:50** Q&A
**19:15** Networking Reception
**20:15** Event close
📅 **26 February 2026 \| 18:00–20:15**
📍 **Swiss Life**, General-Guisan-Quai 40, Zurich
🌐 **Language:** German (questions welcome in English)
🎟️ **Registration:** https://health2wealth.org/product/womens-health-and-protein-why-protein-matters-across-a-womens-life-26-febr-2026/
👉 Discover the benefits of consciously investing in protein
Many thanks to our partners **Swiss Life** and **Biogena** for supporting this event.
Photo Exhibition. FREE ENTRY. Vote for your favorite photos to win a prize.
Hundreds of local photographers are getting their best work featured in a gallery in the heart of Zurich, and YOU choose who should win one of 5 fabulous prizes!
Come and enjoy an amazing exhibition. Full details can be found on our website here:
https://swissphotoclub.com/en-ch/photo-contest/zurich/26-02
Entry is free and open to all.
FPGA Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
🏸🔥 ZFG Sunday Smashes -Social Badminton in Zurich -All Level 💥😎
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! 💪🔥
Hack The Box Meetup 0x15 Onsite @ PAUSE, sponsored by Digitec Galaxus (Beginner)
Welcome to the 20th edition of the Hack The Box Zurich Meetup. We will meet in person at [PAUSE im Foifi](https://www.pauseimfoifi.ch/) for another HTB machine walkthrough. I am happy to announce [Shabin Shanmugalingam ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/shabin-shanmugalingam-212839169/)as a presenter, he will walk us through the exploitation of [Bucket](https://www.hackthebox.com/machines/bucket):
* Difficulty: Beginner Level 🟢
* Topics: Cloud / Enumeration / S3 Buckets
You will need:
* Your own laptop with Wi-Fi (don't forget your power adapter)
* A Hack The Box account, [register here](https://account.hackthebox.com/register) (don't use Google or LinkedIn)
* Some experience working with a terminal (cmd.exe / shell)
* *Optional*: local virtual machine running your preferred hacking OS (browser-based VM is provided alternatively)
* Motivation and good mood
The participation is free of charge. This is an onsite event, neither online-participation is possible nor recording will be provided. **Attendance is exclusive to registered participants. Please use the RSVP button to confirm your participation.**
The meetup takes place with the kind support of [Digitec Galaxus](https://www.digitecgalaxus.ch/) who are kindly hosting the event.
**Please note**: seats are allocated on a first-come-first-serve basis. After reaching max capacity, guests will be added to a waiting list. If you change plans, and are not able to come, please kindly release your seat for someone on the waiting-list. **Unexcused no-shows will be excluded from future participation.**
AM Session - Competitive Play
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.
Dinner after General Assembly
**Open to PICZ members attending the GA only (plus their families).**
Dinner following the GA at Restaurant Commihalle near Central tram stop.
**Antipasti (starter) buffet;** country ham, tomato-mozzarella, shrimps, avocado-mango, *calamari fritti*, grilled vegetables
**Secondo (main course):** Beef entrecôte finely sliced on rocket with parmesan and cherry tomatoes, fried potatoes
*or*
Hand folded cappelletti stuffed with ricotta and spinach, served with tomato cream sauce (v)
**Dolci (dessert) buffet:** Panna cotta, tiramisù, chocolate mousse
**CHF55 per person**. Payment required in advance. Drinks not included.
Please email the secretary after registering which main course each person you sign up wants. You will then receive instructions to pay the club.
General Assembly (PICZ club members only)
Our annual general assembly will be held in the studio, with the option to participate remotely.
This event is open to PICZ members only. Invitations will be sent via e-mail.
PM Session - Open Level Play
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.
Digital Detox Café [Relax, Play, Socialize, Craft]
**⚠️ Ticket needed:** [https://social-circle.ch/](https://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 (workshops are first come, first served):
**Connection, Play, Learn**
**Workshop:** Reducing your screen time
✨ **Want to continue your digital detox after the event?**
For those who feel inspired to go deeper, you’ll have the option to join a **30-Day Unplug Challenge**
A gentle, playful program with small weekly offline challenges, reflection prompts, and an accountability buddy — designed to help you reduce screen time and build healthier habits, without going extreme.
Details will be shared during the event
**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
**Early Bird Ticket:** CHF 15 (standard CHF 18)
**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/Hmm9DZP3wzaL8cXrtAAafw](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hmm9DZP3wzaL8cXrtAAafw)
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
FPGA Events Near You
Connect with your local FPGA community
Columbus Arduino Raspberry Pi Enthusiasts (CARPE) (Check Location)
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.
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
Go Build & Learn
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.
Building Agents with Microsoft Foundry
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.
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
Cocoaheads
Come out to Improving for our monthly iOS and Mac meetings.
This Month's Presentation:
Nothing yet. (You should volunteer).
What is Cocoaheads (http://cocoaheads.org/)?
CocoaHeads is a group devoted to discussion of Apple Computer's Cocoa Framework for programming on MacOS X and iOS (including the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch). During monthly meetings, members present on their projects and offer tutorials on various programming topics.
What is BuckeyeCocoa (http://buckeyecocoa.org/)?
BuckeyeCocoa is a group of Objective-C/Swift developers/enthusiasts. We host monthly Cocoaheads and near-weekly NSCoder meetings in Columbus, Ohio. The meetings are free to attend.
Presentations!
Presenters welcome! We are always in need of people willing to present material. Any Swift and/or Objective-C related topic is welcome. Times can be 5 minutes (i.e. lightning talks) to a maximum of 2 hours. Interested? Contact info is on the BuckeyeCocoa website.
To volunteer for a presentation contact us at @BuckeyeCocoa on Twitter.
Follow us on Twitter! @BuckeyeCocoa (https://twitter.com/#!/Buckeyecocoa/) For more information: http://buckeyecocoa.org/














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