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Hands-on with Agent Development Kit (ADK)
Agenda
6.30PM Registration
7.00PM Welcome
7.15PM Workshop (1hr 45min)
9.00PM till 10.00PM Networking, pizza and drinks
Speaker & Content
Wietse Venema
Senior Developer Relations Engineer, Google
Title : Hands-on with Agent Development Kit
Description : Get hands-on with Google Agent Development Kit (ADK), Google’s framework for building, evaluating, and deploying AI agents. You'll progressively learn to design advanced agents and train them to play the text-based adventure game “The Garden of the Forgotten Prompt”. Get ready to explore a mysterious world, solve puzzles, and uncover secrets! Ideal for developers and architects aiming to build next-generation, intelligent applications.
Disclaimer
Participants are required to bring their own, charged laptop.
Please note that registration is needed to enter the event - We will not be able to grant access on the day without a ticket. Please show proof of ticket confirmation upon arrival.
Please ensure you register with your full legal name - We are unable to accept registrations without surnames or name abbreviations.
Agenda
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Hosted By
Amanda Cavallaro, GDG Organizer
I'm an Aikidoka, Developer Advocate, Software Developer, Google Developers Expert, Linkedin Learning Author and a Full Stack Web Development Specialist.
Saverio Terracciano, GDG Organizer
Stefano Le Pera, GDG Organizer
Lorenzo Turrino, GDG Organizer
Natalie Godec, GDG Organizer
Systems/DevOps/Cloud engineer and a resident GCP expert. Women TechMakers Ambassador, Google Developer Expert in Cloud and Champion Innovator. I photograph, drink tequila and collect designer handbags ✨
Kubra Harmankaya, Android Developer
Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-cloud-london-presents-hands-on-with-agent-development-kit-adk/.
GoodGym Greenwich // Group Session // Do Good & Get Fit
**PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE TO CONFIRM SESSION DETAILS AND LET US KNOW YOU PLAN TO ATTEND. THIS IS MANDATORY.**
**Want to do something useful with your exercise? GoodGym is no ordinary gym. We're a group of people who get fit by doing good - helping out local charities and community groups with physical jobs like shifting compost and planting trees.**
**📍 We meet at** **Charlton House - Royal Greenwich Heritage Trust, Charlton Road, London, SE7 8RE** **at 6:45pm.**
**🏃♂️ At 7:00pm we'll run, walk or cycle to do a 30-40 minute task.**
**🏃♂️ Then we'll head back to where we started by 8:45pm, do some stretches and maybe grab a beverage?**
It's FREE. It's fun. It's fulfilling. And we're a very friendly bunch. 🍇
—
**BOOK ONTO THE SESSION**
**To come to the session click here:** https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions
**You will need to confirm your attendance on the GoodGym website** (this includes creating an account with us if you haven’t already - it only takes a few mins).
The link above takes you to the session listings in your area - if this session doesn’t fit your schedule, you may find something that does so check it out.
p.s. GoodGym is a charity and you will be asked whether you’d like to donate when first creating an account. The choice is yours and does not affect your ability to attend a session.
—
**FAQ**
Not sure you'll keep up? GoodGym is for everyone (18+). Whether you've never run before, or are chasing a marathon PB, you are 100% welcome. We always have a back-marker so no one gets left behind.
70% of GoodGym members start as non-runners so if you're new to this kind of thing you will be supported by people who are all on the same journey. 👍
What do I need to wear? Most of us wear gym/running gear. Make sure you're prepared for the weather.
Don't feel like you're fit enough? Our tasks are simple and fun. There are easy jobs as well as more challenging things for those who want a workout! The choice is always yours.
Do I need to bring anything? Gardening gloves are really useful for a lot of GoodGym tasks. And a head torch too if it’s likely to get dark. Please bring some if you can but there’s no requirement 🧤💡🧤
What is GoodGym? We're a (really lovely) group of people who use our energy to make a difference in our local community (and in communities across the UK!). We often meet on a weeknight, at least once a week, for a session to do good and get fit. We'd love you to come and join us. Any questions, just pop a comment below or send me a message. Find out everything you need to know at goodgym.org
AI Exchange - Sky, Webuild & AWS
And we're back! We are excited to announce that on Wednesday, March 4th, we will host our first AI Exchange event of the year at AWS London.
Join us for another night of insightful conversations, expert perspectives and real world examples exploring how AI is being built, scaled, and applied across industries.
We have three brilliant talks to kick us off this year. Hope to see you there and please RSVP as soon as you can to secure your place.
**Agenda:**
**[Kaitlin Brabec](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitlinbrabec/) @ [We Build AI](https://www.linkedin.com/company/webuild-ai/)**
**Practical Tips For Using AI To Enhance And Accelerate Your Work (Without Compromising On Quality Or Learning) by an AI Engineer**
As AI becomes embedded in how we work, the expectation to deliver quickly and correctly is higher than ever. But the real opportunity is how to use AI to genuinely grow, both personally and professionally, along the way.
Kaitlin shares real examples from her work as an AI Engineer - from picking up software engineering best practices, to data engineering techniques, to project management tasks - and the simple habits she developed to use AI in a way that builds real knowledge you can reuse and lean on next time. Kaitlin also shares how she stays up to date with the latest AI learnings to keep refining her technique and growing over time.
Whether you're technical or not, this session will provide practical tips to use AI whilst balancing quality output and self-development.
Kaitlin is a Senior AI Engineer at WeBuild-AI. Kaitlin has 4 years of hands-on experience delivering GenAI and Agentic AI solutions to enterprise clients, with a focus on the energy and utilities sectors. Recent client feedback includes "I'm very impressed with the speed and quality of work that was delivered on this project". Kaitlin is passionate about using AI not just to build, but to keep growing her skills outside the norms and sharing best practices with both the WeBuild-AI team and beyond. Outside of work, Kaitlin is a keen athlete and is currently training for her next half Ironman race.
**[Amit Dhingra](https://www.linkedin.com/in/amitdhingra7/) @ AWS**
**The Agentic Enterprise: How AI Agents Are Rebuilding Business in 2026**
This session explores the transformative shift from AI assistants to autonomous AI agents in 2026, showcasing real-world production deployments across finance and retail that are fundamentally changing how businesses operate.
The Paradigm Shift: We've moved from AI as chatbots (2023) and copilots (2025) to autonomous agents (2026) that plan, decide, and execute complete workflows independently. While 64% of professionals now use AI agents, only 25% use them regularly—creating a widening competitive gap.
Amit will discuss how agentic AI differs fundamentally from current AI tools they useConcrete examples of agents operating in production today. The career implications for developers, technical professionals, and business leaders.
Unlike the internet transition that took 20 years, the agentic AI shift is happening in 20 months. Organizations that master agent orchestration in 2026 will have significant competitive advantages, while those waiting risk falling permanently behind.
**Lisa Smisson @** **[Sky](https://www.linkedin.com/company/sky/)**
**AI Journey and Software Development Transformation Summary**
Lisa's AI journey started with a simple need: creating illustrations for a story she’d written for her daughter. After her arty husband quoted a couple of weeks to create a few pictures to illustrate it, she decided to try ChatGPT's image generation capabilities. In just a few hours, she created all the illustrations needed, a moment that revealed AI's transformative potential.
Lisa will take us through her journey of software development using AI coding assistants, without ever having written a line of code. Calling out key points to consider on AI transformation.
Lisa is an AI Delivery Manager at NBCUniversal/Sky, on her 12-month AI journey and its implications for software development transformation.
We look forward to seeing you all soon!
All the best,
Tony, Andrea and The AI Exchange team
The AI Exchange is brought to you in partnership with[ LinuxRecruit](https://www.linuxrecruit.co.uk/) and[ AWS.](https://aws.amazon.com/)
LinuxRecruit is building the next wave of Technology Unicorns in Europe.
Whether you're hiring or exploring your next opportunity,[ get in touch](https://www.linuxrecruit.co.uk/contact-us). The types of roles we have currently are across Founding Engineers, Product Engineers, Software Engineers, AI/ML Engineers, Data Engineers, Product Managers, Modern Infrastructure Engineers.
GoodGym Southwark // Group Session // Do Good & Get Fit
**PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE TO CONFIRM SESSION DETAILS AND LET US KNOW YOU PLAN TO ATTEND. THIS IS MANDATORY.**
**Want to do something useful with your exercise? GoodGym is no ordinary gym. We're a group of people who get fit by doing good - helping out local charities and community groups with physical jobs like shifting compost and planting trees.**
**📍 We meet at** **Old Spike Roastery, 54 Peckham Rye, London, SE15 4JR** **at 6:30pm.**
**🏃♂️ At 6:45pm we'll run, walk or cycle to do a 30-40 minute task.**
**🏃♂️ Then we'll head back to where we started by 8:30pm, do some stretches and maybe grab a beverage?**
It's FREE. It's fun. It's fulfilling. And we're a very friendly bunch. 🍇
—
**BOOK ONTO THE SESSION**
**To come to the session click here:** https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions
**You will need to confirm your attendance on the GoodGym website** (this includes creating an account with us if you haven’t already - it only takes a few mins).
The link above takes you to the session listings in your area - if this session doesn’t fit your schedule, you may find something that does so check it out.
p.s. GoodGym is a charity and you will be asked whether you’d like to donate when first creating an account. The choice is yours and does not affect your ability to attend a session.
—
**FAQ**
Not sure you'll keep up? GoodGym is for everyone (18+). Whether you've never run before, or are chasing a marathon PB, you are 100% welcome. We always have a back-marker so no one gets left behind.
70% of GoodGym members start as non-runners so if you're new to this kind of thing you will be supported by people who are all on the same journey. 👍
What do I need to wear? Most of us wear gym/running gear. Make sure you're prepared for the weather.
Don't feel like you're fit enough? Our tasks are simple and fun. There are easy jobs as well as more challenging things for those who want a workout! The choice is always yours.
Do I need to bring anything? Gardening gloves are really useful for a lot of GoodGym tasks. And a head torch too if it’s likely to get dark. Please bring some if you can but there’s no requirement 🧤💡🧤
What is GoodGym? We're a (really lovely) group of people who use our energy to make a difference in our local community (and in communities across the UK!). We often meet on a weeknight, at least once a week, for a session to do good and get fit. We'd love you to come and join us. Any questions, just pop a comment below or send me a message. Find out everything you need to know at goodgym.org
SAFe and AI - The New Frontier for 2026
**Are you ready for the biggest shift in enterprise agility since the invention of the ART?**
The future of SAFe is here, and it’s **AI-Native**. Join us in person for an exclusive evening diving deep into how Artificial Intelligence is fundamentally reshaping the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).
***
### **Event Details**
* **📅 Date:** Wednesday, 4th March 2026
* **📍 Location:** Central London (Venue TBD)
* **⏰ Time:** 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM]
***
### **What We'll Cover: The AI Evolution of SAFe**
This meetup is essential for SPCs, RTEs, and senior Agile leaders who need to stay ahead of the curve. We will explore three critical areas driving the 2026 roadmap:
1. **Framework Advances with AI:** Discover the **latest updates and guidance** on how AI is integrated into the core SAFe principles and practices. Learn how AI is enabling new levels of portfolio flow and continuous delivery.
2. **Courseware Transformation:** Get a first look at the **changes embedded in SAI's courseware** (from Leading SAFe to Implementing SAFe). Understand how AI tools and concepts are now taught to practitioners to drive better outcomes.
3. **SAI's New AI-Native Products:** We'll showcase the newest **AI-Native products and tools** released by Scaled Agile, Inc. See how these solutions are designed to automate, optimize, and radically simplify high-effort activities within your Value Streams.
**Don't miss the insights that will define enterprise strategy for the next five years.**
➡️ **Register Now to Secure Your Spot!**
GoodGym Newham // Group Session // Do Good & Get Fit
**PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE TO CONFIRM SESSION DETAILS AND LET US KNOW YOU PLAN TO ATTEND. THIS IS MANDATORY.**
**Want to do something useful with your exercise? GoodGym is no ordinary gym. We're a group of people who get fit by doing good - helping out local charities and community groups with physical jobs like shifting compost and planting trees.**
**📍 We meet at** **PrintHouse Bar, 133 High Street, London, E15 2RB** **at 6:45pm.**
**🏃♂️ At 7:00pm we'll run, walk or cycle to do a 30-40 minute task.**
**🏃♂️ Then we'll head back to where we started by 8:45pm, do some stretches and maybe grab a beverage?**
It's FREE. It's fun. It's fulfilling. And we're a very friendly bunch. 🍇
—
**BOOK ONTO THE SESSION**
**To come to the session click here:** https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions
**You will need to confirm your attendance on the GoodGym website** (this includes creating an account with us if you haven’t already - it only takes a few mins).
The link above takes you to the session listings in your area - if this session doesn’t fit your schedule, you may find something that does so check it out.
p.s. GoodGym is a charity and you will be asked whether you’d like to donate when first creating an account. The choice is yours and does not affect your ability to attend a session.
—
**FAQ**
Not sure you'll keep up? GoodGym is for everyone (18+). Whether you've never run before, or are chasing a marathon PB, you are 100% welcome. We always have a back-marker so no one gets left behind.
70% of GoodGym members start as non-runners so if you're new to this kind of thing you will be supported by people who are all on the same journey. 👍
What do I need to wear? Most of us wear gym/running gear. Make sure you're prepared for the weather.
Don't feel like you're fit enough? Our tasks are simple and fun. There are easy jobs as well as more challenging things for those who want a workout! The choice is always yours.
Do I need to bring anything? Gardening gloves are really useful for a lot of GoodGym tasks. And a head torch too if it’s likely to get dark. Please bring some if you can but there’s no requirement 🧤💡🧤
What is GoodGym? We're a (really lovely) group of people who use our energy to make a difference in our local community (and in communities across the UK!). We often meet on a weeknight, at least once a week, for a session to do good and get fit. We'd love you to come and join us. Any questions, just pop a comment below or send me a message. Find out everything you need to know at goodgym.org
London AI x Miro Meetup [Limited capacity]
Join us on March 4, 2026 to learn, share, and network with some of the most experienced professionals who are passionate about AI/ML.
This time, we are partnering with **Miro** as a special partner.
**Speakers:**
\- Andrey Khusid\, [CEO and Co-founder](https://miro.com/about/) of Miro, for a conversation on how AI is reshaping the way teams work together.
\- You’ll hear from additional expert speakers\, connect with leaders exploring new ways of collaborating\, and walk away with practical steps you can apply immediately\.
**What to expect**
* Insightful conversation about how and where AI is transforming teamwork
* Live Q&A with Miro's CEO and Co-Founder and AI experts (bring your best questions!)
**Event Details**
**Date:** Wednesday, March 4, 2026
**Time:** 17:30 – 19:30
**Location:** 11th Floor, The Bower, 207, 211 Old St, London EC1V 9NR
👉 **Important:** Limited seats available.
*Registration is required. For security reasons, only registered guests will be granted access. Walk-ins will not be allowed.*
‼️ Please, bring your physical ID to attend the event.
If you’d like to give a talk or become a partner for one of the upcoming meetups, message [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirzharov/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirzharov/).
Google Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
From Insight to Impact: Women’s Health Design Jam – Manchester
More Infro and Sign: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/from-insight-to-impact-womens-health-design-jam-manchester-tickets-1982205961390?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
AI Builders London
Register: [https://luma.com/london-mar5](https://luma.com/london-mar5)
**Join our meetup for AI nerds, engineers & founders!**
We share the latest insights about: *AI dev tools, Agent frameworks, RAG, vibe coding, and more!*
\*\*// FOR WHO\*\*
✅ Devs, Product peeps, Data lovers, ML engineers, Founders
✅ Anyone building with AI
⚠️ Some LLM knowledge required!\*
Neo4j Session:
**Living in an Agentic World (model) by Andreas Kollegger**
What if we onboarded AI agents the same way we onboard employees? That's the key insight of "context graphs" - giving agents access to why decisions are made improves their performance.
This leads to \*Agentic World Models\*: the convergence point where agent memory, knowledge graphs, and context graphs meet. Agents discover written policies and unwritten tribal knowledge, learn formal org structures and informal influence networks, and capture the \*decision traces\* that explain not just what happened, but why it was the right call.
We'll cover:
\- how to capture decisions traces
\- how to query the context graph when making decisions
\- a demo of what this looks like
Together, we'll put context in context.
AI Builders London Old St. - Mar 5
🎟️ **Get tickets: [https://lu.ma/ai-builders](https://lu.ma/ai-builders)** 🎟️
☝️This is a free meetup however a Luma ticket is required!
**Join our meetup for AI engineers & founders!**
We share the latest insights about: *AI dev tools, Agent frameworks, RAG pipelines, automation hacks, Cursor/Claude code hacks, and new gen-AI models.*
\*\*:: FOR WHO ::\*\*
✅ Anyone actively building with Generative AI
✅ Devs, Product peeps, Data lovers, ML engineers, Founders
⚠️Technical LLM knowledge required!\*
:: **FORMAT** ::
* 💻⚡️ **Speed Demos** (10 min)
Builders share real-world AI solutions and how it's built. Including code, prompts & architecture examples!
* **🎤 🦄 Pioneer Talks** (20 min)
Inspiring talk/demo from emerging Gen-AI leaders from Europe or Silicon Valley
* **🤝🍕🍻 Informal Vibes**
Lots of time to network with other builders over some yummy pizza & drinks.
\*\*:: AGENDA ::\*\*
17:30 **🤝** Walk-in
18:00 **🍕** Pizza (be early!)
18:30 **🎤** Pioneer Speaker
19:00 ---- 💬 BREAK TIME -----
19:30 💻 Demo (TBA)
19.45 💻 Demo (TBA)
20.00 🍻 Drinks
21.00 End
**:: FAQ ::**
• What is **AI Builders?**
A self-organizing nonprofit community of 3000+ AI nerds🤓. and yes.. we're building a democratic AI CEO and run on [opencollective.com](http://opencollective.com/aibuilders) donations.
• **Can I demo, give a talk, or just help out?**
Message Arthur [(+31636570260)](https://aib.club/whatsapp-arthurp) in case you want to shine✨ on stage and grow your network!
• \***I'm not technical. Can I come?**
Yes! To fully enjoy the meetup, we recommend chatting with AI to understand these basic LLM concepts: *Multimodal, Vector Embeddings, RAG, Chaining, Structured JSON Output, Function Calling, API calls, Knowledge Graphs, Reinforcement Learning, Fine-tuning, AI Agents.*
• **Why hangout at AI Builders?**
* NETWORKING: Connect with 80+ technical attendees and a larger community of 3000+ across Europe
* LATEST KNOW-HOW: We focus on innovative AI demos + slides with diagrams, code/prompt examples.
* FUN: a lot of time to chill, 10min demos, informal good vibes!
**Location**
We look forward to hang out with you:
207 Old St, London EC1V 9NR, United Kingdom
It's close to the Old Street Tube Station
**Thanks to our friends at [Beyond](https://www.wearebeyond.work/beyond-the-bower)**
![]()🎟️ **Get tickets: [https://lu.ma/ai-builders](https://lu.ma/ai-builders)** 🎟️
☝️This is a free meetup however a Luma ticket is required!
Free Chinese English Language Exchange 语言交换
2nd Sunday of every month, join us for a relaxed and fun language exchange, where meaningful conversations flow as freely as delicious coffee and tea!
This isn't just practice; it's **accelerated progress** in a supportive setting, designed to quickly boost your **Mandarin, Cantonese and English** skills.
**How We Make It Effective & Enjoyable:**
* **Perfect Groupings:** We carefully match you with native speakers and learners at a similar level, ensuring comfortable and productive conversation practice.
* **Forget awkward silences!** We provide fun, engaging discussion topics to spark lively chats and keep the conversation flowing.
* **Maximise Your Practice:** Rotate between groups if you wish to connect with more people and strengthen your conversation skills!
* **Expert Support:** Our experienced tutor is always on hand to help.
👌 **All levels welcome!** Native speakers and learners alike.
💛 Please support the cafe by buying a drink or snack while you are here - they've kindly let us use the space.
We can't wait to welcome you!
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**Take your Mandarin beyond the exchange.** 🤝 If you’re looking for a bit more structure to go along with your conversation practice, let’s chat! We're offering **complimentary 1-on-1 advice sessions** to help you find the perfect learning path. Get a professional assessment of your level so you can study with confidence. **No commitment** required. [Book your Free Session](https://eu.bigin.online/org20070515371/bookings/course-advice)
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**China Unbound** is the best place to learn practical Chinese for adults.
While most schools prioritise grammar and writing, China Unbound empowers you to confidently communicate in Chinese in real-world situations. Join us and discover a fun, fast, and personalised way to master Chinese!
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**🤘 FAQs:**
**I'm learning Chinese, are the sessions suitable for beginners?**
Yes! Come and speak as much or as little as you like, or just come and listen! There is no pressure!
**Are there any discounts for Chinese lessons for members?**
Yes, you can use code MEETUP10 for your exclusive £10 discount on our [Chinese courses](https://china-unbound.co.uk/personal/) site-wide!
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每个月的第二个星期天,来加入我们,享受一场轻松又有趣的语言交流体验!在茶香与咖啡的陪伴下,开启一场自然流畅、充满收获的双语对话。
这不仅仅是练习,而是一种更快提升你英语水平的高效方式。我们为你打造一个轻松友好、真正有用的语言环境,让你的口语交流能力飞速进步!
**我们如何让语言交换高效又好玩:**
* **精准匹配,聊天不尴尬**:我们用心将你和母语者或相近水平的学习者配对,确保每一次对话都轻松自在又高效实用。
* **话题有趣,轻松破冰**:拒绝冷场!我们提前准备了有趣又实用的聊天话题,让你一开口就停不下来,交流自然顺畅。
* **灵活轮换,提升更全面**:想多练一点?欢迎自由选择是否换组,认识更多人、接触不同语言风格,快速提升真实沟通能力。
* **专业老师现场支持**:我们的资深语言导师会在现场提供实时帮助,确保你在交流中不断进步、有信心开口!
**活动详情:**
🗓️ **时间**:每月第二个星期日
⏰ **时段**:下午 2:30 - 4:30
💰 **费用**:免费参加
不只是练语言,这里还有文化的碰撞、朋友的陪伴和成长的喜悦。现在就来加入我们,开启你的高效交流之旅吧!
**🤘 常见问题解答:**
**我最后会不会一直说中文而一无所获?**
-不会,因为我们的“快速聊天”模式鼓励大家用中/英文交换来交流。
**会员有折扣吗?**
有,欢迎你跟你学中文的朋友分享代码**Meetup10**,他们会获得10镑的独家折扣!
CheckedIn - London Chapter - Speed Networking With The CheckedIn App
### 📍**CheckedIn London — Speed Networking for Real Connections**
CheckedIn London is built for one thing:
**helping you meet the right people faster—in real life.**
We get you out from behind the screen and into the room, where real conversations happen.
We show up at tech mixers, networking events, and industry gatherings across Leeds and use the **CheckedIn app** to turn quick introductions into meaningful connections—*on the spot*.
### 🚀 How Speed Networking Works with CheckedIn
At each event, the CheckedIn app helps you:
* Instantly connect with people you meet—no business cards required
* Follow up later without awkward LinkedIn requests
* Remember who you met, what you talked about, and why it mattered
* Turn short conversations into real collaborations, fast
Think of CheckedIn as the **spiritual successor to LinkedIn**—
but built for **in-person moments**, not endless scrolling.
No cold DMs. No forgetting names. Just tap, connect, and keep the conversation going after the event.
Whether you’re a founder, operator, creative, or curious professional, this is a space for conversations that actually go somewhere.
Come solo or bring a colleague.
No pressure. No pitches.
Just good people, efficient introductions, and momentum.
***
## 🌍 Help Us Grow CheckedIn
CheckedIn is expanding, and we’re actively looking for **chapter organizers** to help run and grow chapters in cities around the world.
If you enjoy:
* Bringing people together
* Hosting great events
* Building real community
We’d love to hear from you.
👉 Apply here: **[www.checkedIn.site/organizer-apply](http://www.checkedIn.site/organizer-apply)**
***
## 🌍 About This Chapter
CheckedIn is a **chapter-based, community-driven network**.
The Londonchapter is part of the wider CheckedIn community. On some occasions, the primary organizer may not be in attendance. These meetups are designed to be **self-led, welcoming, and participatory**—members take ownership of starting conversations, making introductions, and helping others connect.
If you show up, you belong.
If you tap in, connections start immediately.
**Join us. Check in. Connect faster.**
**CheckedIn — open the app and tap.**
3D London | 3D Networking Community
Hosted by Nadia Monte, Nigel Hunt, and Simon Moir.
Headline presentation:
* **[Anna Perela](https://www.linkedin.com/in/annaperela/) \- Head of Planning and Projects\, Cityscape Digital**
*
* Chartered Architect with over 15 years’ experience in architecture, planning, and visualisation. Experienced in leading multidisciplinary teams, combining strong architectural knowledge and technical expertise with innovative use of technology.
Education presentation:
* **[Solent University](https://www.solent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/cgi-and-visual-effects-ba/2026/ba-hons-cgi-and-visual-effects-3-years-2026) \- CGI\, VFX & Games Art\.**
*
* Each year, the students from Solent University make a pilgrimage to 3D London to mingle with industry folks and give short introduction presentations, the majority of whom it's their first time presenting in public.
First-time 5-minute presentations:
* We offer 3 spots for anyone willing to take to the stage to give a short 5-minute introduction presentation.
Sponsored partners
[SiNi](https://www.sinisoftware.com/), [Chaos](https://www.chaos.com/), [Itoosoft](https://www.itoosoft.com/), [NTI](https://www.nti-group.com/uk/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=brand-nti-pm&utm_content=adgroup-bluegfx&keyword=bluegfx&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23336319810&gbraid=0AAAABB31zGGrX5M9GuQgtXaFDu8MZSRVN&gclid=CjwKCAiAkvDMBhBMEiwAnUA9BWzTkav1enKz2adGWAV6IUQFXfJ8-QnQh3PaN4JV76OWyuQ7by74jBoCHlIQAvD_BwE), [Heata](https://www.heata.co/).
Google Events Near You
Connect with your local Google community
Data & Analytics Wednesday - Google Analytics Alternatives
**Google Analytics Alternatives**
Is it finally time to make the switch away from Google Analytics? Two-and-a-half years ago Jason Packer asked this question at Columbus Web Analytics Wednesday.
Since then: Google’s Universal Analytics has been sunset, we’ve changed our name to Columbus Data & Analytics Wednesday, and Jason has released two editions of his book “Google Analytics Alternatives”.
Fresh off the release of the 2nd edition of his book, we thought it was time to re-open this conversation. While people love to complain about it, GA’s market share has remained relatively constant (at least in the United States). Why is that? You won’t find any complaints about GA4 in this talk, but rather an overview of what’s currently available in the market and how to frame your decision-making process.
We’ll also be giving out some free copies of Jason’s book! So even if you’ve got a “GA4Lyfe” tattoo (no judgement), there’s free books to go with the free pizza and beer.
Thanks to our 2026 sponsors:
[Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro)
More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)
IxDA Chat ‘n Pancakes
Join membersrs of the Central Ohio UX and digital design community for a casual monthly breakfast.
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
Columbus Code & Coffee 84 @ Improving
Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you!
**What to Expect at the Intro Circle**
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Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup:
* Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics
Round 1 - (7 secs max):
* Your name
* What you're working on
* What you can help others with
Round 2:
* Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too.
Round 3:
* Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool.
After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!
Christians in Tech - Meetup #30 @ Improving
Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you.
Our Website
[https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus)
Sponsors and Partners
* Improving (Venue Sponsor)
* Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor)
* Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)
Quarterly Goals Reset for Product Professionals
One of the most valuable parts of this community is the opportunity to think out loud with other product professionals. This session is built for exactly that.
As we wrap up the quarter, it’s a great time to pause and reflect. What’s on track? What needs adjustment? Where could a small shift create bigger impact?
Join fellow product professionals for a focused, interactive conversation designed to help you recalibrate for the next quarter. You’ll have the opportunity to share where you are, hear how others are thinking through similar challenges, and gain fresh perspective you can bring back to your team and organization.
We’ll gather at 8:00AM, with discussion starting promptly at 8:15AM.
📍 First Watch - 7227 N High St
Located in: The Shops at Worthington
Ample parking is available.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Start your morning with clarity and connection — we hope to see you there! ☀️














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