Game Programming

How does a developer move from hobby projects and university assignments to building **production systems that are reliable, scalable, and environmentally responsible**? In this **lightning talk and storytelling discussion**, we explore the transition from experimental coding to professional software engineering. Through short, focused talks and conversation, we’ll look at what it takes to turn ideas and side projects into **real-world applications designed for sustainable delivery**. During the discussion we will explore: * The transition from **hobby coding to professional engineering** * Lessons learned when moving from prototypes to **production-grade systems** * Building and scaling **engineering teams in an international environment** * Integrating **sustainability and efficiency into software delivery** * Opportunities for developers to grow within **diverse engineering communities** If you are interested in expanding your network, working in diverse engineering teams, or exploring opportunities in sustainable software development, this session will offer practical insights and inspiration. Join us to hear real stories from engineers building systems and communities right here in Budapest.

Наша классическая игра – 7 раундов, вопросы на абсолютно разные темы и море позитива. В команде может быть от 2 до 9 человек, игра открыта для всех: новых и опытных участников. **Квиз, плиз!** — это командная игра, отличный способ провести вечер с друзьями в уютном баре и получить новые позитивные впечатления. К игре невозможно подготовиться, а вопросы могут быть на абсолютно разные темы: от покемонов до истории Древнего Рима. Более того, пригодиться может любая информация, которую вы встречали в своей жизни. Дата и время: 30 апреля в 19:30 Стоимость на 1 участника: 5000 HUF Сайт для регистрации: https://quizplease.com

Hello everyone, Welcome to the Monthly Book Club, the discussion edition of the Budapest Silent Book Club for those who enjoy reading the same book and sharing their thoughts together. This month, we’ll be reading Humble Pi by Matt Parker a funny, surprising, and eye-opening book about what happens when maths goes wrong in the real world. From computer glitches and engineering mistakes to everyday miscalculations, the book shows how deeply our modern lives rely on numbers and how absurd the results can be when something goes slightly off. It’s an entertaining read that opens the door to conversations about technology, logic, human error, and the strange ways small mistakes can lead to very big consequences. 🕕 **Time:** 18:00–20:00 – Group discussion about the book (no silent reading hour this time) 📍 **Location: Csiga Cafe**

Please sign up in advance! Hot Paprika Presents: Budapest’s Best Pub Quiz! Sign Up: https://forms.gle/CouTc9QdmoPqEkRp8 Join us for the Hot Paprika Pub Quiz at Bunkert, kicking off at 8 PM! This isn’t your average trivia night—it's hosted by comedians, so expect uncomfortable laughs, unexpected twists, and an unforgettable time! What to Expect: Diverse Topics – From pop culture to history, no subject is off-limits! Comedian Hosts – The hilarious Tauseef Parvez will keep you entertained. Big Prizes – Weekly winners score free comedy show tickets & bar discounts . Donation-Based – Come, play, and support the show however you can! Gather your team, sharpen your wits, and let’s make trivia night legendary! Register now and don’t miss out!

**Looking to connect with other business-minded people in Budapest?** Come join us for a laid-back evening with fellow entrepreneurs, freelancers, and creatives living and working in the city. There’s no formal agenda – just good vibes, real conversations, and a chance to meet others who understand the ups and downs of building your own path. We're looking forward to meeting you. **P.S.** Join our WhatsApp group for event updates and coordination: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FDSt53cB0xx3uWfw8oqxYi

„A bizonyítékokat és a józan észt kell használnunk, hogy a lehető legtöbb jót tegyük.” **William MacAskill - EA.** Mi lenne, ha a jótett nem a szándékról… hanem az optimalizálásról szólna? **(Az esemény magyar nyelven zajlik!)** Ez alkalommal az Effective Altruism (EA) filozófiáját vizsgáljuk meg — egy modern mozgalmat, amelyet William MacAskill-hez hasonló gondolkodók vezetnek, és amely azt állítja, hogy indoklást, adatokat és tudatos priorizálást kellene használnunk ahhoz, hogy a lehető legtöbb jót tudjuk tenni. Ez pedig néhány kényelmetlen kérdést vet fel: A moralitás leredukálható számokra és eredményekre? Lehet, hogy eddig kevéssé hatékony ügyekre adományoztunk? Kötelességünk több pénzt keresni, hogy többet adhassunk? Megvizsgáljuk az EA kulcsfogalmait: - A hatás maximalizálása a jó szándék helyett - Ügyválasztás hatékonyság alapján - Az „earn to give” (keress, hogy adhass) etikája - A hosszú távú jövő kockázatainak növekvő hangsúlya **Bevezetés (15 perc)** Rövid bemutatkozással kezdünk, ahol a résztvevők röviden bemutatják magukat. **Többek között az alábbi kérdéseket is feltesszük (1 óra 45 perc):** 1. Utilitarizmus: Mi ez, és miért kap újra erős fókuszt? 2. Nem‑következményelvűség vs. következményelvűség – melyik szolgálja jobban az emberiséget? 3. Racionálisabb morális rendszer ez… vagy inkább embertelen? - A barátodat mentenéd meg, vagy 5 távoli idegent? 1. Figyelmen kívül hagyja az érzelmeket, kapcsolatokat és a személyes értelmet? 2. Három egymástól különböző ember élete ugyanannyit ér? 3. A megmentett emberéletek száma a legjobb mérőszám a jótettre? Akkor is, ha a jövő kevesebb emberrel élhetőbb lenne (erőforráshiány vagy más okok miatt)? 4. Ki dönti el, mit jelent „a legtöbb jót tenni” vagy „hatékonyabbnak lenni”? 5. A plutokratáké legyen a jövő alakításának hatalma? Vagy lennének jobb alternatívák? 6. Hosszútávelvűség: mindig elsődleges erkölcsi prioritásnak kell-e lennie a hosszú távú jövő pozitív befolyásolásának? 7. EA és hosszútávelvűség: egy jobb és igazságosabb jövőt biztosítanak, vagy egy új disztópia felé vezetnek? 8. Mennyire számít egy mozgalom megítélésében egy botrány? **RSVP**: Kérjük, itt a Meetupon erősítsd meg a részvételedet, hogy biztosítsd a helyed. Ha mégsem tudsz részt venni, kérjük add át a helyedet a várólistán lévőknek. Adományokat 1.000 Ft-tól (minimum 400 Ft) szívesen fogadunk a meetup költségeinek fedezésére. **Ha ételt szeretnél rendelni, vagy alkoholmentes bort fogyasztasz, nem szükséges adományoznod a csoport számára**. Köszönjük!

In this session, we dive into Pranayama, (an ancient practice to discover the flow of energy within) and the power of conscious breathing, which is one of the most important aspects of the original yogic lifestyle. On these Tuesday evenings, we do more than just a breathwork session: this is an opportunity to explore a true harmony between our breath & the mind - body connection. We begin with a 15-minute chest-opening yoga sequence to gently expand our lungs and prepare for deeper breathing (no need for gym clothes though, just an open mind). Then, we explore different breathing techniques designed for self-awareness, relaxation, and energy flow. These classes are designed to help you discover how breath can be a tool to balance, energize, and center yourself. To close, we immerse in a short yet profound "silent concert", a meditative sound journey where 174 Hz sound waves or white noise guide us into a state of deep harmony. Whether emotions are light or heavy, thoughts are clear or clouded, this is a space to simply be and find some peace. Book your spot here: https://www.sanctuary.hu/service-page/thursday-pranayama-meditation-19-00-en?referral=service_list_widget

Capture the clean lines of glass, steel and the rhythm of contemporary design. Walk, shoot, and connect with photographers & creators as we move from Fővám Square into the futuristic structures of the Millennium City Center. Beginners, enthusiasts, and pros — all are welcome. –––––––––– EVENT DETAILS Location: Fővám tér → Bálnaközpont → Millennium City Center Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026 Time: 16:00 – 18:00 Meeting Point: **[Tamp & Pull Espresso Bar](https://maps.app.goo.gl/TvP7ZargghBMwqgd8)** Address: Budapest, Czuczor u. 3, 1093 Hungary –––––––––– **EVENT FLOW** 1**6:00 \| Meet & Connect** We’ll gather at the meeting point, introduce ourselves, and warm up creatively. **16:15 \| Main Walk** (Reflections, surfaces) We will explore the "Bálna" (The Whale) building, capturing how the afternoon sun plays off its glass shell. Our focus is on abstract geometric patterns, distorted reflections of the Danube, and the contrast between industrial steel and organic shapes. **18:00 →** Optional dinner or drinks nearby. –––––––––– **IMPORTANT** This isn’t a class. It’s not a tour. It’s a creative meetup. We’ll walk. We’ll shoot. We’ll connect. –––––––––– WHAT TO EXPECT Bring your: • Film camera • Digital camera • Smartphone • Curiosity Whether you're a beginner, seasoned photographer, content creator, or just creatively curious — you’re welcome here. Come solo or bring friends. Spots are limited — reserve your place ASAP. –––––––––– STAY CONNECTED 📍 Join our [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HWDCuTYeUGAIfgARQu09oL?mode=gi_t) for live location & updates. 📸 Follow [@takeaphotowalkcommunity](https://www.instagram.com/takeaphotowalkcommunity) and tag us in your photos.

Hey everyone, here we go again with our next event on Saturday! I will host this session, so please follow my instructions! 🙏 IMPORTANT NOTE: Free Cancellation is only until Friday, 18:00 PM. If you cancel after that without noticing the host, You must pay the fee to compensate the court and shuttlecock. WAITLISTED ATTENDEES: If you are in the WAITLIST. Do not come Level of expectation : intermediate - advanced Venue: HODOS TAMAS Badminton Hall Our venue does not provide rackets, which means that you'll have to bring your own racket! There are 2 courts booked for us for 3 hours from 12:00 till 15:00. Showers and changing rooms are available! Extra Note Attendance fee: We will divide the court fee by the number of people showing up. However, in certain circumstance, when the number of people cannot is less than and equal to 12, The Host deserve to contact the people who canceled after the time designated cancellation time. The expected fee is usually around 2000-3000 HUF per person. Payment is done at the court. or The host will reach you out via meetup chat. !!!Last but not least: if you have signed up but cannot make it for some reason, just take a minute to sign off, RSVP = no. This is to help those who are on the waiting list and want to play. The cancellation time with non-sick reason should be 18 hours before the session. In case you are not feeling well on the session day, please kindly contact the host via comment or privately message him/her with the direct message feature maximum 3 hours before the session. Looking forward to seeing you! cheers, Yoga Liability: The participation happens on own risk. There is no liability for any accidents, thefts or damages from the organizer.

Hey everyone, here we go again with our next event on Saturday! Boni will host this session, so please follow her instructions! 🙏 IMPORTANT NOTE: Free Cancellation is only until Friday, 18:00 PM. If you cancel after that without noticing the host, You must pay the fee to compensate the court and shuttlecock. WAITLISTED ATTENDEES: If you are in the WAITLIST, do not come Level of expectation : intermediate Venue: Tüskecsarnok Sportscentre: 1117 Budapest, Hevesy György út, Sportscentre Map: http://tuskecsarnok.hu/wp-content/uploads/tuske-map-1-full.png Look for #7 on the map. More info in the "How to find us" section of the Meetup event. Our venue does not provide rackets, which means that you'll have to bring your own racket! There are 3 courts booked for us for 2 hours from 12:00 till 14:00. Showers and changing rooms are available! Extra Note Attendance fee: We will divide the court fee by the number of people showing up. However, in certain circumstance, when the number of people cannot is less than and equal to 8, The Host deserve to contact the people who canceled after the time designated cancellation time. The expected fee is usually around 2500-3500 HUF per person. Payment is done at the court. or The host will reach you out via meetup chat. !!!Last but not least: if you have signed up but cannot make it for some reason, just take a minute to sign off, RSVP = no. This is to help those who are on the waiting list and want to play. The cancellation time with non-sick reason should be 18 hours before the session. In case you are not feeling well on the session day, please kindly contact the host via comment or privately message him/her with the direct message feature maximum 3 hours before the session. Looking forward to seeing you! cheers, Yoga Liability: The participation happens on own risk. There is no liability for any accidents, thefts or damages from the organizer.

Sziasztok! **English below** Szeretnél egy kis szünetet tartani a rohanó városi életben? Vagy csak kipróbálnál valami újat egy jó társaságban? Nálunk egyszerű és nagyszerű a koncepció: mindenki hozza a saját könyvét, amiben egy órán át, teljes csendben haladhat. Az olvasás után pedig jöhet a legjobb rész, a kötetlen beszélgetés, ahol megosztjuk egymással, ki mit olvasott. Hogy miről szoktunk beszélgetni? Bármiről! A témáink a madarak evolúciójától kezdve, az Ubuntu (a boldogság afrikai filozófiája) szemléletén át egészen addig terjedhetnek, hogy milyen hatással van a Hold a szervezetre. **Fontos:** Ez egy teljesen magyar nyelvű esemény. A bemutatkozó kör az elején és a kötetlen beszélgetés a végén is magyarul zajlik. Az olvasás csendje persze mindenkié, így nyugodtan hozhatsz bármilyen nyelvű könyvet. 📍 **Helyszín és Találkozó:** Irány a Margit-sziget! A közös találkozási pontunk a **Zenélő szökőkútnál** lesz. Onnan együtt keresünk egy kényelmes, árnyas-füves helyet a sziget közepén. Keressetek egy könyvekkel felszerelt csapatot, mi leszünk azok! ⏰ **Késel egy picit?** Semmi gond! Ha már nem találsz minket a találkozási ponton, nézd meg az esemény kommentjeit – oda fogjuk kiposztolni a pontos koordinátákat, hogy hol telepedtünk le. **MIt hozz magaddal?** * Az aktuális könyvedet. * Egy plédet vagy pokrócot, amin kényelmesen elhelyezkedsz. * Inni- és rágcsálnivalót ízlés szerint. **A Menetrend:** * **14:30–15:00** – Találkozó és helykeresés. 14:40-ig várunk a megbeszélt ponton, majd együtt keresünk egy zöld területet, ahol megtartjuk a bemutatkozó kört. * **15:00–16:00** – A csendes olvasás órája. * **16:00–17:00** – Választható beszélgetés a könyvekről (magyarul). * **17:00- –** Kötetlen beszélgetés A részvétel ingyenes, de a helyek korlátozottak. Kérlek, mindenképpen jelentkezz az eseményre, ha jönnél! Várunk szeretettel! 📌 [Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1271292-budapest-silent-book-club) 📌 [Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/people/Budapest-Silent-Book-Club/61567388151835) \*\*\* **✨** **Önkéntes hozzájárulás** A meetup regisztráció költségeire gyűjtünk adományokat, hogy eseményeket az eddig megszokott színvonalon és nyitott emberek között tarthassuk. Kérjük, amennyiben lehetőséged van rá támogasd a könyvklubot! Az eseményen lesz adománygyűjtő doboz és Revolut QR kód. Köszönjük mindenkinek, aki eddig támogatott minket! Please note: This is a Hungarian-language event. The introductions at the beginning and the optional discussion at the end are held in Hungarian.

Every Saturday at 8:00 PM, we gather in the city to share languages, cultures, and conversations. [[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CrJ7hXrYgckCM0f1D4kRUZ)] Our group is made up of friendly 20s–30s people — locals, expats, and travelers alike — who come together to meet new people and explore different ways of thinking. Whether you’re new to Budapest or call it home, this meetup is your chance to connect in a relaxed, open-minded space. Join us to swap stories, practice new languages, and build genuine friendships across cultures.

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El objetivo de este encuentro es romper el hielo, hablar de las historias que nos gusta escribir, de por qué escribimos, de los libros que nos gusta leer, de qué dificultades encontramos al enfrentarnos al folio en blanco y de qué esperamos del grupo. En definitiva, se trata de conocernos como personas para entendernos como escritores. No importa si has escrito diez novelas, cuatro cuentos o el precioso título de un poema sin versos. Aquí todo aspirante a juntaletras es bienvenido.

FREE event [https://www.ccad.edu/chroma](https://www.ccad.edu/chroma) Friday, May 15, 3–7 p.m. CCAD campus, 60 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH Join Columbus College of Art & Design for *2025* *Chroma: Best of CCAD*, our annual campuswide exhibition showcasing outstanding student work from across the college’s academic programs. This faculty-juried show features select work from CCAD students of all class years, and is a can’t-miss end-of-year campus celebration recognizing their tremendous achievements. It’ll be a night of fun and entertainment, with interactive games, animation and film screenings, art symposiums, poetry and prose readings, and more (along with some of the best local food trucks). *Chroma* is free and open to all. Many exhibitions including... **Game Art & Design:** **DSB, first floor, Welcome Center lobby and Room 115**

This meetup is a beginner-friendly session introducing version control for Unity projects, with a look at three common tools: Git, Perforce, and Unity Version Control. The goal is to help you understand what version control is, why it matters for Unity development, and what options are out there. The format will likely be presentation-style, with live demos and time for questions throughout. You'll see each tool in action and learn how they fit into a Unity workflow. What to Expect: * An introduction to version control and why it's essential for Unity projects * An overview of Git, Perforce, and Unity Version Control * Demos of each tool in a Unity workflow * Tips for getting started * No prior version control experience required * Resources for continued learning All experience levels are welcome. Whether you're new to version control or already using one of these tools, this session will help you understand what each one offers. Food and drinks provided. Join us to learn more about version control options for Unity.

CABS First Friday of the month gaming!!! Door opens at 4pm and will go until the last game is played or the closer for the night needs their sleep.

Thanks for being a part of the CABS Meetup Group! We meet @ the COFFEE UNDERGROUND on Indianola Avenue. We play many different games @ CABS - bring your own or play one of the OVER 2000 in our library. What are your favorite games? What was the last game you played? Hope to see and game with you soon! Check us out on Facebook! Doors open early on Saturday Mornings at 10am and around 4pm on Fridays if you are interested in learning new / simpler games ... or new to the hobby or just want to check us out come in early just after noon and we will show you around before the crowd grows. Stay for a game or two, an hour or two or for the day! Your first visit is free and after that it's $5 a meeting or you can join for the year! It's Your Move

The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~20 per person. Soft drink refills are 1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group! The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play. Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes. We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area. Parking can sometimes fill esrly. There is additional parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.

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/

It feels like we just saw each other 🤷. Join members of the local design and UX community for our monthly breakfast. For May we’re stopping in for Rooh’s popup breakfast/cafe concept. You know someone is getting the lobster yuzu croissant, and that’s not even the prettiest thing on the menu!.