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Agents & APIs Berlin Developer Meetup
Register: [https://luma.com/cc38ppvg ](https://luma.com/cc38ppvg)
Supercharge your dev game at the **Agents and APIs Developer Meetup** brought to you by Postman.
Do you:
* Need to put your AI agents into production?
* Create APIs that actually scale with your AI app?
* Want to meet other AI & API builders and share best practices?
Then this event is for you!
Join us, along with special guests from \*\*[Monoscope ](https://monoscope.tech/)\*\*and **[Neo4j](https://neo4j.com/)**, for food, networking, live demos, and best practices on how to scale API development and get your AI apps ready for production. Come for the learning, stay for the vibes.
Agents & APIs Berlin Developer Meetup with Postman
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https://luma.com/cc38ppvg
Supercharge your dev game at the **Agents and APIs**
**Developer Meetup** brought to you by Postman.
Do you:
* Need to put your AI agents into production?
* Create APIs that actually scale with your AI app?
* Want to meet other AI & API builders and share best practices?
Then this event is for you!
Join us, along with special guests from \*\*[Monoscope ](https://monoscope.tech/)\*\*and **[Neo4j](https://neo4j.com/)**, for food, networking, live demos, and best practices on how to scale API development and get your AI apps ready for production. Come for the learning, stay for the vibes.
## Speakers
* \*\*[Zaid Zaim](https://www.linkedin.com/in/zaidzaim/),\*\* **Developer Advocate** at **Neo4j,** will walk through context Graphs and how they aid explainable, Decision-Aware AI Agents.
* \*\*[Anthony Alaribe](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-alaribe-293a41bb/?originalSubdomain=de),\*\* **CTO & Co-founder at Monoscope,** will talk about a DIY Agent that could be your next on-call engineer and run locally
* \*\*[Gbadebo Bello](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbahdeyboh/)\*\*, **Developer Advocate** at **Postman** will present a demo on the new AI native features in Postman and how they fit into your development lifecycles.
Space is limited. Register now, and we look forward to seeing you there!
***
**Keep the Conversation Going**
* Still want more? Join the **[#ai-conversations](https://discord.gg/ajCXuHrXfV)** channel on Postman Discord ([https://discord.gg/ajCXuHrXfV](https://discord.gg/ajCXuHrXfV)) to share your favourite tool, script, or workflow and meet other builders exploring the same space.
* Follow-up threads and resources will be shared after the event, so you can try everything yourself
***
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Lean Coffee for Managers & Leaders
Join us for an upcoming in-person Lean Coffee meetup. Lean Coffee is a lightly-structured meeting format where the attendees create the agenda.
Bring your management challenges; whether you're managing people, products, processes or beyond, and solve them together with peers from a diverse set of backgrounds.
This event is great for anybody trying to create better ways of working and wants to share with + learn from others trying to do the same.
Co-Work & Escape Room | Guided Productivity Sprints + Escape Room
**Deep work by day. Escape room after work. 🗝️**
**Co-Work & is for people who want to actually get meaningful work done without working alone. The day is built around structured focus sessions and practical productivity methods like Pomodoro 🍅, Eat the Frog, guided work sprints, and accountability check-ins to help you move real projects forward.**
**Each edition of Co-Work & ends with a different activity. Something fun and slightly outside your usual routine. This time, after a full day of focused work, we will head to an Escape Room 🧩 and try to solve our way out together.**
**And because the people around you matter just as much as the work itself, the day also includes intentional networking moments designed to help you connect with the right people. This could mean exchanging ideas, finding collaborators, or simply meeting others who are building something meaningful.**
**👉 The 5€ ticket covers the co-work session only. Coffee and lunch are not included and will be paid individually at the location.**
**👉 The evening Escape Room activity is optional and paid separately. The price will be approximately 15–25€ per person.**
**If fewer than 4 people join the activity, we will not be able to run the escape room. The co-working day will still happen as usual.**
***
**💸 What your 5€ ticket includes**
**• Guided productivity sprints**
**• Accountability that helps you stay on track**
**• A focused space away from home distractions**
**• Intentional networking with people building interesting things**
**• A community of like-minded people to connect with**
**• A structured workday that helps you move something forward**
***
**⏰ Timing**
**09:30 – 17:00 Co-Work Session**
**Evening: Escape Room**
**📍 Escape Room location will be shared 2 days before the event date.**
**The evening activity is completely optional.**
**You are welcome to join just the co-work portion.**
***
**🧠 How the Day Works**
**We use structured focus blocks and practical productivity techniques to help you drop into deep work and maintain momentum throughout the day.**
**The format includes:**
**• Clear intentions at the start**
**• Timed focus sprints**
**• Shared breaks**
**• Intentional networking moments**
**• End-of-day reflections**
**We work until 17:00 so you have a full, intentional workday to move something meaningful forward.**
**Group size: around 12 people**
**Small enough to feel personal.**
**Big enough to feel energizing.**
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**🧩 Rough Flow of the Day**
**09:30 – Arrival**
**Settle in. Open your laptop. Ease into the day.**
**10:00 – Introductions & intentions**
**Who you are and what you are focusing on today.**
**10:30–13:00 – Deep Work Block**
**Structured focus sprints with short breaks.**
**13:00–14:30 – Lunch together**
**Coffee and lunch are not included.**
**We will plan to order lunch together at the location and everyone will pay individually.**
**14:30–16:30 – Focus Block #2**
**Back into execution mode.**
**16:30–17:00 – Reflections & small wins**
**What moved? What shifted?**
***
**🔐 Evening: Escape Room**
**After 17:00, those interested will head to the Escape Room.**
**This part is about:**
**• Collaborating under pressure**
**• Solving challenges together**
**• Connecting beyond job titles**
**• Ending the day with something fun and memorable**
**The escape room will be booked once we know how many people want to join, and the cost will be split among participants (approximately 15–25€ per person).**
**The final location will be shared with participants before the event.**
***
**⚠️ Important Note**
**Spots are intentionally limited to keep the space focused and comfortable. If you register and cannot attend, please cancel at least 1 day in advance so someone else can join.**
**📸 Photos and short videos may be taken during the event. By signing up, you agree that they may be used for community and promotional purposes. If you would prefer not to appear in any content, just let me know on the day and that will always be respected.**
**Thank you for helping keep this space intentional and energising 🤍**
Coworking at Alexanderplatz
Today we are working in a beautiful location at Alexanderplatz with desks, power sockets, free WiFi, available food/drinks and air conditioning. We will be working on the second floor of the building with a beautiful view of the Fernsehturm.
NOTE: We don't share the venue location publicly. Find out where it is by joining our Telegram chat group: **[https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly](https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly)**
😴 Tired of working by yourself?
🌡️ Too hot or too cold to work at home?
🍫 Contents of your fridge or the laundry distracting you?
💻 Come join other freelancers and remote workers for coworking!
☕️ There are no membership requirements, free WiFi, some power sockets, a large desk, some affordable coffee, toasted sandwiches and drinks!
⏰ We'll be there from the start time, but feel free to stop by any time.
• WHAT TO BRING •
Whatever you need to work on your own project / tasks :)
• QUESTIONS? •
Join our Telegram chat group to ask any questions:
[https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly](https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly)
• MORE EVENTS? •
To have more events, we need more organisers. If you would like to help out, please get in touch [😀](https://emojipedia.org/grinning-face/)
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8v8 pickup football game at Safe-Hub
Hi Footballers,
We play in the format 8v8 for a full hour. The pitch is a modern artificial turf (outdoor) in Safe-Hub Berlin. The fee to participate is 7.49€. In order to sign up for the game, you would need to download the mobile app "CeleBreak", where you can sign up for the game and pay the participating fee. You can download the app for free from the AppStore and Google Play App Store.
Download the **CeleBreak App** here: [https://onelink.to/celebreak](http://onelink.to/celebreak)
Visit our **Website**: [https://app.celebreak.com/](https://app.celebreak.com/)
An organizer will welcome you at the pitch and provides bibs and balls for the game. **Female and male players of all skill levels are welcome!** :-)
Hope to see you soon on the pitch
Marius
PS: No worries about the event attendees number on Meet Up - the real sign up number of players for a game you will see in the app!
Sip Happens! Saturday Social @ Tabula Rasa 🔥
Meet up and join us this Saturday!
Whether you're a long-time resident or just travelling through, come and meet new people to have fun, make new friends and enjoy your Saturday evening in a safe and welcoming environment at one of Berlins fantastic bars (and then there's always people who want to go to a club afterwards).
This week we're heading for the first time to the fantabulous **Tabula Rasa** (see link to location).
We always have several organisers there (male and female), so come say hello to us! We care to make sure that everyones enjoys themselves and we have **no tolerance for bad behaviour or creepiness.**
**Follow us on Insta:** @siphappens.berlin
**Join us on Telegram:** t.me/siphappens_berlin
**👉 Other important notes:**
\- 🍸 The locations we visit are bars and clubs\, they are businesses and we are able to keep these events free ONLY if people buy drinks\. Please respect the locations and the event by making purchases
\- 🦹♂️ Remember to keep an eye on your belongings and prioritize your own well\-being\. We are not responsible for any lost items or personal issues\.
\- 📷 By attending our events\, you consent to being photographed or filmed\. Photos and videos taken during the events may be shared on our social media\. If you do not wish to appear in the photos or if you appear in a photo that we post that you would like removed\, please send us a private message as soon as possible on Instagram \(@siphappens\.berlin\)
Weekend Starter ✖️✖️✖️ Self Care Yoga — Lifestyle ❤︎ ❤︎ ❤︎
✌︎ HELLO WEEKEND — HELLO SELF-CARE
Beginne deine Wochenende genau so, wie es sein soll!
• YOGA
This yoga practice is suitable for all levels.
With individual support, adjustment/alignment of your asana practice. Flowing sequences of asanas will energise your body, release tension and activate the whole system to wake up and start your weekend in a positive way.
• HOW CAN YOU HAVE A RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS
…if you don't have one with yourself?
We must revolutionise the rules of society that have us believe self care is selfish. In your practice we create more room for yourself to stay whole, healthy and happy.
• LIMITED to 12 SPOTS •
• The balance recommended:
Donation-Drop-In 15€
5 x Donation-Card 70€
10 x Donation-Card 140€
20 x Donation-Card 240 €
Hugs (0€ pro Klasse)Free
USC (M, L, XL)
• USC Members Welcome: M, L, XL
• 90 Min. Class
• LOCATION
YOGA at Lobe Block
Böttgerstraße 16, 13357 Berlin
right elevator, ring bell
• HOW TO GET THERE
5 Min. walk from Gesundbrunnencenter
near Magic Mountain Kletterhalle
U8 Gesundbrunnen
S42/41 & S1
BUS N7, 247, RE5
GOOGLE MAPS: https://tinyurl.com/yal3wf2x
How can you have relationships with others,
if you don't have one with yourself?
Agentic AI Engineering Lab #4 – Cloud-Native Foundation: The Echo-Agent in a Box
To build truly autonomous systems, we need to move beyond local setups. This session is about **creating a stable, containerized foundation** that allows us to abstract from infrastructure in future sprints.
**The Plan:** We will containerize a basic agent and deploy it to Google Cloud Run. This creates a repeatable environment where our results can be hosted, scaled, and accessed via stable endpoints.
**This is a "Lab" session. We will:**
* **Show & Tell:** Briefly discuss the move from local scripts to containerized services.
* **Hands-on Building:** Containerize a Python/FastAPI/JS/TS agent using Docker.
* **Cloud Deployment:** Push our images to the cloud and go live on GCP.
**The Format**
We run our sessions like an anthology series: **Every meetup is a standalone sprint.** While we often build on previous results, each session provides a complete experience and remains fully accessible to first-time attendees. This is a high-density micro-meetup limited to 6 seats.
**What you'll build**
By the end of the session, you'll have:
1. **A Dockerized Agent:** A portable container containing your agent logic.
2. **A Cloud Deployment:** Your agent running on GCP Cloud Run with a public URL.
3. **Foundation for the Future:** An environment ready for Inter-Agent Communication (Sprint #5).
**Schedule (Saturday, 10:00 - 13:00 CET)**
* **10:00:** Quick round of introductions.
* **10:15:** Intro session: Docker, Containerization, and GCP Basics.
* **10:30:** **Build time:** Hands-on experimentation and Cloud Deployment.
* **12:00:** Live demos + technical teardown.
* **12:45:** Wrap-up + takeaways.
**Prerequisites**
* **Google Account:** Essential for GCP access and project setup.
* **Laptop with dev setup:** Docker installed and working.
* **Access to an LLM API:** (Gemini, Claude, OpenAI, etc.).
* **Mindset:** This is a lab for engineers, not a tutorial. We learn by building, breaking, and iterating.
**Logistics**
* **Location:** We meet at my office in the Grunewald area near Martin-Luther-Krankenhaus. The exact address will be shared privately with attendees to maintain privacy.
* **Capacity:** Limited to 6 seats.
Productive Sunday Morning - Co-Working Session (Deep Work, all work welcome)
Hey everyone!
I’m organising a co-working + socialising session for all of us who like to work on something (e.g. our own project, freelance or remote work) but don't feel like sitting alone at home. 🙂
To ensure that we have both **socialising** AND **working**, we will be using the so called “Pomodoro” technique:
**50min of deep work** (silent), followed by **10min of break** to socialise. Then repeat! If you get into flow, you're also welcome to skip the breaks.
It’s an effective way to stay focused - you can read more about it [here](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pomodoro_Technique).
Anyone from any background is welcome, whatever project you are working on or whatever is your personal background.
I (the host) speak English and German, so either is fine :-)
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AGENDA:
* **15min Intro**
* Get to know everyone, talk about what you will work on today
* **Pomodoro Session** (3x) - *Each Pomodoro session consists* *of...*
* ...**50min** of uninterrupted “deep work” (no talking, no interruptions, no phones)
* ...**10min** of break: share your progress with others, talk about what you are stuck on etc.
* Repeat
* Conclude and celebrate your progress
Share your progress, socialise and get to know others 😊
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We'll be at the Social Hub Berlin (they have a food menu in case you get hungry). The structured part will end at 2:30pm, but you're welcome to stay longer, go for lunch together, or leave earlier. See you there 🩵
**\*\*We'll reserve the long table. Please update your RSVP in advance if you can't attend!\*\***
AI Walk & Create: Futurium Edition
(This event is more than full, please don't register anymore. To stay up-to-date [join our newsletter](https://socialrising.com/join "https://socialrising.com/join") or follow us on [Luma](https://luma.com/socialrising "https://luma.com/socialrising"))
Let’s make Futurium come alive!
*Night at the Museum? Close enough.*
Join us as we walk through Futurium, capture whatever catches our eye, and use AI to bring Futurium to life. This is a fun content creation event where we meet to create & socialize.
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🎨 Event Preparation: Get Your AI Ready!
To make the most of our time together, please ensure you have your favorite AI tools set up and ready to go before the event begins.
⚠️ The "Fine Print"
* Self-sufficiency: Everyone is responsible for their own account and subscription (if a paid plan is required).
* No Tutorials: This is an active creation session, not a training workshop. Please ensure you already know how to navigate your chosen app.
* Pre-installation: Please have your apps downloaded and your logins tested. We won’t have time for tech support or "how-to-download" guides during the event!
🔍 What are these tools?
If you are new to these names, here is the "simple version" of two of our top recommendations:
* Freepik: All-in-one AI image and video production, speed, and asset accessibility.
* Higgsfield: operates as a versatile, all-in-one creative platform, excelling in high-quality image generation, extensive asset libraries, and rapid, high-volume production.
🚀 Further Recommended Generators:
* Gemini: Excellent for quick image generation (Free plan allows \~20 images/day; currently no video).
* Google Veo 3: Google’s latest high-end cinematic video model.
* Kling: Famous for highly realistic human motion and physics.
* Hailuo / Wan: Cutting-edge models for fast, high-quality social clips.
* OpenAI Sora 2: The "gold standard" for complex scenes. (Note: Availability on Freepik)
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We at Social Rising organize regular events for creators, influencers & social media enthusiasts to connect, learn and grow. We invite you to meet and engage in conversations with like-minded people both locally and in our worldwide events!
**Most important information**
* The best way to stay informed about our events is to join our newsletter at [https://socialrising.com/join](https://socialrising.com/join)
* If you're a creator with a larger audience, you will benefit the most from this newsletter. You will be invited to public and exclusive events, and we will reach out to you with partner and job opportunities.
* If you want to help us creating our events: We're looking for 1-2 volunteers per event! Let us know if you're intersted through this form: [https://socialrising.com/volunteer](https://socialrising.com/volunteer) \- we'll then reach out if we need you\.
**What do participants & speakers think?**
"Matteo's meetups are incredible. Every time I come, I meet people who genuinely change my life. He somehow manages to get everyone involved, and the overall vibe is so nice. Can't wait for the next one!" - Dom (tech_wizzdom)
"Matteo, thanks for the event yesterday. Its much better than other social media events that I have attended. Good work! So thanks!" Joe (via a Google Review)
"What a fantastic group of people! If you are looking to connect with top-shelf digital communicators, Social Rising's meetups are perfect for that."- Oliver Aust - Founder, Investor, Bestselling Author, Podcast Host.
"Matteo put on a killer event. Normally events are full of trivial, uncomfortable conversations, but I love Social Rising events, cool people and discussion points, and great locations", Digital Nomad Lifestyle.
**Our story**
In 2019 we started organizing meetups for creators & influencer in Berlin, and we became huge fans of the people that showed up and the topics that were discussed. So we expanded to London early 2020, and as the pandemic started, we became a home for creators worldwide.
Now, in 2026, we host events in multiple cities and countries in North America & Europe. Wherever we are, influencers & creators connect, learn, and grow. Sometimes creators join us and share insights in lightning talks, and each time we all go home with new, interesting connections!
**Virtual events**
We have regular virtual meetups. Join your local meetup group ([https://socialrising.com/meetup-groups](https://socialrising.com/meetup-groups)) or follow our Eventbrite organizer dedicated to virtual events ([https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/social-rising-virtual-34048034485](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/social-rising-virtual-34048034485)).
Please find a list of upcoming events at [socialrising.com](https://socialrising.com/)
**What is this meetup for?**
* Get to know new people in the social media space
* Share experiences with like-minded people
* Listen to inspiring lightning talks
* Brainstorm and share ideas with fellow creators
* Motivating each other
* Finding opportunities to work together
* Discuss how to approach and reach chosen target groups
* Sometimes we have a product/brand presenting how they can support you
* ... and of course: have a good time and grab a drink together!
**Your host**
Matteo Savio, CEO of Social Rising & Digital Ideas, hosts the event. As a digital marketer, he is consulting in B2B marketing & sales, and started Social Rising in 2019 as he became fascinated by the topics and amazing people that showed up. He's enthusiastic ever since! Connect with him beforehand on LinkedIn!
\*\*... and now?\*\*
* Do you have experiences in growing and/or monetizing on Social Media? We'd love you to apply for a lightning talk: [socialrising.com/lightning-talk](https://socialrising.com/lightning-talk).
* Are you interested in helping us creating our events? Help out as a volunteer: [socialrising.com/volunteer](https://socialrising.com/volunteer).
* Follow us on Instagram and check out event images from past events: [instagram.com/socialrisingevents](https://instagram.com/socialrisingevents).
* Especially as a brand or product you might be interested in following us on LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/company/socialrisingevents](https://linkedin.com/company/socialrisingevents).
* Does your product bring value to creators? Apply for a product presentation: [socialrising.com/product-presentation](https://socialrising.com/product-presentation).
* Join the meetup group closest to you here: [https://socialrising.com/meetup-groups](https://socialrising.com/meetup-groups).
See you at the event!
Matteo & the Social Rising Team
Mavericks Bouldering — Casual Climb & Hangout
A small NEXUS gathering built around movement and natural conversation.
**Important!**
We’re moving our full event schedule to our website.
👉 For all upcoming events and details, visit: [https://nexuswerkstatt.com](https://nexuswerkstatt.com)
*Registration equals commitment. If you sign up, you show up.*
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ServiceNow's Got Talent
Builders, creators, architects, admins, consultants - come one, come all. This one's for you.
We're bringing a little friendly competition to the Columbus ServiceNow community while highlighting the cool things people have built on the platform.
Five presenters will take the stage to showcase something they've built, solved, designed, or imagined on the ServiceNow platform - and a panel of judges (plus YOU, our amazing audience) will score them live.
So basically, America's Got Talent but make it ServiceNow's Got Talent.
Bring a notepad if you'd like 'cause you'll definitely be learning something new.
Each presenter gets 10 minutes max to wow the crowd with:
• A demo
• A real-world business solution
• A bold idea
• A UX transformation
• Or a creative use of the platform
Judging Criteria:
🏆 Business Value
🚀 Innovation
✨ User Experience
This event is about celebrating ideas, sharing knowledge, and showing how ServiceNow can drive both business impact and meaningful user value.
Come learn. Come support. Come get inspired.
Refreshments and bites will be provided.
And maybe next time… you’ll be on stage.
Build Real World AI Apps with Google Antigravity ✨
Please Join GDG Cloud Indy for a live demonstration of latest Google AI Tools for building apps, followed by practical examples of enterprise production. Coming to central Indy.
The Lineup:
11:00 AM AI-Assisted Development with Antigravity
Google Antigravity is an agent-first IDE. We will move beyond standard code completion to explore how autonomous agents can orchestrate terminal tasks, manage dependencies, and perform UI testing directly within the development environment. This session includes a walkthrough of Antigravity's core interface followed by a live demo building a simple full-stack webapp to show how these agentic workflows function in practice.
Speaker : Anil Yanamandra is a Solutions Architect with 17+ years of experience building global, consumer-facing applications. He is currently focused on transforming legacy enterprise processes and systems through the strategic application of Generative AI. A hands-on practitioner in the rapidly evolving AI landscape, Anil constantly explores the latest tools and methodologies to bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and production-ready AI engineering.
11:40 AM Real Life AI Coding Examples
Review real-life examples of applications and utilities created with AI code-assist tooling, as well as security and safety considerations pertaining to developing and using AI tools in a large organization.
Speaker : Jeff Price is a Senior Technical DevOps Manager at Red Hat, and leads a technical team responsible for Enterprise Resource Planning systems and software delivery pipelines for Go to Market systems. He has a background in IT Infrastructure, Public and Private Cloud, and DevOps.
The Perks:
🎁 Exclusive GDG Swag for attendees!
🍕 Pizza & Soft Drinks (for in-person guests).
🤝 Networking & Q&A with local industry leaders.
Also, Check our Meetup page at https://www.meetup.com/gdgcloudindy/
See you there!
P.S.-> Parking Vouchers instructions will be available to attendees for Free garage parking.
This is a hybrid event. Join the event virtually at https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-cloud-indy-presents-build-real-world-ai-apps-with-google-antigravity/
or in person at
Lacy School of Business (LSB) , Dugan Hall (DH 118 Classroom) , Butler University - 625 Butler Way Indianapolis, 46208
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Agenda
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Speakers
Anil Yanamandra
Anil Yanamandra is a Solutions Architect with 17+ years of experience building global, consumer-facing applications. He is currently focused on transforming legacy enterprise processes and systems through the strategic application of Generative AI. A hands-on practitioner in the rapidly evolving AI landscape, Anil constantly explores the latest tools and methodologies to bridge the gap be…
Jeff Price - Red Hat (Senior Technical DevOps Manager)
Jeff Price is a Senior Technical DevOps Manager at Red Hat, and leads a technical team responsible for Enterprise Resource Planning systems and software delivery pipelines for Go to Market systems. He has a background in IT Infrastructure, Public and Private Cloud, and DevOps.
Host
Olga Scrivner - Scrivner Solution Inc. (President)
Olga is an Assistant Computer Science and Software Engineering Professor at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. She is also a President and Co-Founder of Scrivner Solution Inc. Olga’s passion is upskilling and mentoring women in STEM. She is a Women TechMakers Ambassador and a member of the Executive Committee for the IEEE Women in Engineering (Central Indiana) chapter. Olga’s current researc…
Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-cloud-indy-presents-build-real-world-ai-apps-with-google-antigravity/.
From Idea to Working App in Minutes: The Agentic Development with Amazon Kiro
Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way.
In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents.
In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding.
What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy
Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025
Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs
Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving
Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows.
**Speakers Bio:**
Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale.
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/)
Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry.
Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives.
Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/)
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com
How to Move on From the Past and Feel Happy
In this local meeting, you will discover knowledge that you can use to get over the past.
The key to improving your personal motivation, self-confidence, and happiness is to get over your painful memories.
When you become free of your past, you will be free from stress, anger, anxiety and depression. Studies show that negative emotions can affect your health. By being free of negative emotions, believe it or not, you will most likely even look younger, feel more energetic, and become healthier!
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is brought to you by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.
From Web Forms to Web Components - Burton Smith
**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
**Abstract**
Web Forms gave .NET developers a powerful abstraction for building reusable UI controls long before design systems were a thing. Web Components finally bring that same idea to the browser natively.
This session explores how the Web Forms mindset translates into Custom Elements, Shadow DOM, and HTML templates. We’ll examine how Web Components enable design systems that work across frameworks, how they differ from server‑driven controls, and why they’re becoming a foundational layer for modern UI. Whether you’re maintaining legacy apps or building greenfield projects, you’ll leave with a practical understanding of how to apply familiar patterns in a modern, standards‑based way.
**YouTube Link**
TBA
OVER 50 HAPPY HOUR AT LIBERTY TAVERN IN POLARIS FRI, APRIL 10TH 4:00PM-8:00PM!
Over 50 Happy Hour – Liberty Tavern Polaris
Join us for a fun and relaxed Over 50 Happy Hour on Friday, April 10th from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Liberty Tavern Polaris.
This is a great opportunity to meet new people in our age group in a casual, comfortable setting. Whether you’re in your fifties, sixties, or seventies, everyone is welcome. Some people who attend are retired, while others are still working, but we all share one thing in common — enjoying good conversation and good company.
If you’re new to the group, don’t worry. Many people attend solo and quickly find it easy to strike up conversations. The goal of this happy hour is simple: meet people, socialize, laugh, and enjoy the evening.
We’ll be gathering at Liberty Tavern Polaris, a welcoming tavern with a warm atmosphere, great food, and a bar perfect for relaxed conversation.
Feel free to come when you can and leave when you want.
Some members arrive right at 4:00 PM, while others stop by later after work.
There’s no formal agenda — just friendly people getting together to enjoy a Friday evening.
Location:
Liberty Tavern Polaris
2170 Polaris Parkway
Columbus, Ohio
Time:
Friday, April 10
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Come join us for a drink, good conversation, and the chance to meet some great people in the 50+ community.
Rise and Shine with Atlassian - Downtown/Nationwide
Come chat about Atlassian tools and best practices at the Nationwide Sunny Street Cafe and Breakfast is on Atlassian!
Let's get the day started off with breakfast with your ACE Leaders! We're always excited to talk about Atlassian Products, share our knowledge and hand out swag! Come chat with us about new product news and anything you are working on within the Atlassian product stack. This is a great opportunity to come see what we are all about, hear new business news and share with other Atlassian users your questions and experiences. We'd love to see new and old friends come out to chat and learn about Atlassian!
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Moderators
Kimberly Deal - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader
Kevin Stanley - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader
Hosted By
Kimberly Deal, Atlassian User Group Leader
Kevin Stanley, Chief Everything
Greg Sprowls, Agility Lead
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Atlassian (http://atlassian.com)
Millions of users globally rely on Atlassian products every day for improving software development, project management, collaboration, and code quality.
Partner
Atlassian
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For over a decade, Atlassian customers have come together to network, share ideas, solve problems, and find new ways to use Atlassian products. Today, more than 15,000 people take part in Atlassian community events in more than 30 countries.
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Complete your event RSVP here: https://ace.atlassian.com/events/details/atlassian-columbus-presents-rise-and-shine-with-atlassian-downtownnationwide-22/.











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