Hackers and Makers

**👉 [REGISTRO](https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3422950/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage?sc_cid=RHCTL1260000471480)** Te invitamos a una sesión donde exploraremos las nuevas **herramientas de AI** que Red Hat ofrece para que tu plataforma avance al siguiente nivel: * **Apoyo automatizado a los developers** * **Análisis y resolución de problemas en las aplicaciones** * **Mejor reutilización y aprovechamiento de recursos existentes.** Un encuentro para conocer de cerca herramientas como **Red Hat Openshift Lightspeed, Developer Lightspeed, Model Context Protocols (MCPs)** y otros avances que están transformando la forma de construir, desplegar y escalar aplicaciones inteligentes sobre **Red Hat OpenShift**. Si querés potenciar tus flujos de desarrollo y operaciones con IA, descubrir casos reales y conectar con la comunidad, no te pierdas esta sesión. ¡Te esperamos con snacks y bebidas! **👉 [REGISTRO](https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3422950/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage?sc_cid=RHCTL1260000471480)** ***Registro único a través del link. Evento con capacidad limitada*.**

**We are migrating to LUMA, sign up here:** [https://luma.com/vulreh8x](https://luma.com/vulreh8x?utm_source=meetup_body) ## ​***IMPORTANT CHANGE OF DATE/TIME*** Hi Digital Nomads, **💫** Every week we meet with an international crowd and we’re back at our nomads cave, **Behind Bar**! Don’t worry about the summer heat, we’ve got the AC blasting inside! ❄️🌻 ​​ ​​ 📍🕗 Feel welcome @ **Behind Bar** \| Costa Rica 4933 \| **THURSDAY 12 MARCH**: 8.30pm - 12.30am 🍺🍹 Happy Hour from 9 until 10pm & the best in house drinks ever - **please ask for your wristband & use the bar at the front!** 🎵🎤 DJ or music all night! **[⚡🎟️ ](https://luma.com/up2puot5?utm_source=meetup_body)*[RSVP now!](https://luma.com/vulreh8x?utm_source=meetup_body)*** [https://luma.com/vulreh8x](https://luma.com/vulreh8x?utm_source=meetup_body) And as always... come as you are & enjoy the show! 💃🕺 Keep spreading the ‘For Nomads by Nomads’ love 💕 See you THURSDAY 12 MARCH! Abrazo grande 🤗 **Team BA Digital Nomads** Agus & Darío *** ​​​*🍻👉 Tip: join our [WhatsApp groups](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BuU9uzsvgrp6HnJB6pQmlD) and meet/inspire/share with thousands of other digital nomads.* PS: If you enjoy the BA Digital Nomads community, you can **support us by “buying us a coffee” at [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/badn](https://www.buymeacoffee.com/badn).** Your contribution helps us cover our Meetup and Luma subscriptions and keeps our events free and fun for everyone. Thanks for being part of this community! 🙏

How does it work? Get paired with native speakers in a series of 10-minute conversations during every two-hour session. Attending as little as two times a week, for 2 hours at a time, you’ll meet and practice with an unparalleled number of native speakers. https://youtu.be/blo5nNjgMBc https://youtu.be/xk04lA9x3qQ https://youtu.be/2TJMigrxiwI There is no shortcut to Spanish fluency - but Spanglish is so fun you won’t want one! Spanglish starts during the 30 minute check in: Get to know the other Spanglishers – about half of the attendees at every event are new! After a little bit of ice-breaking, you’ll head to an assigned table for your first one-on-one conversation. No need to worry about making mistakes – the person sitting across from you is in the same boat! You converse for 5 minutes in english, 5 in Spanish – and then move on to a new conversation partner. By the second rotation we promise you’ll be having so much fun you’ll forget you’re learning. What do we talk about at Spanglish?: Whatever you want! There are no set topics. We talk about everything from our favorite superheroes to our favorite restaurants – it’s the best way to practice another language – hanging out in a relaxing environment and talking about stuff you know and like! Who attends Spanglish? Study abroad students, international students, local Argentine students studying English and anyone looking for a flexible, affordable, and comfortable environment to practice their conversation skills. How much does it cost? AR$10000 at the event. Get the Spanglish package 4 events AR$28000 Enjoy the virtual language exchange events for FREE You can find more information on our website http://www.spanglishexchange.com and see pictures of the events at facebook.com/SpanglishBuenosAires *** ►HOW TO BE PART? Go directly to the bar during the check in time and you will find a Spanglish Staff who will register you! ►HOW DOES IT WORK? Get paired with native speakers in a series of 10-minute conversations during every two-hour session. Attending as little as two times a week, for 2 hours at a time, you’ll meet and practice with an unparalleled number of native speakers. There is no shortcut to Spanish fluency - but Spanglish is so fun you won’t want one! Spanglish starts during the 40 minute check in: Get to know the other Spanglishers – about half of the attendees at every event are new! After a little bit of ice-breaking, you’ll head to an assigned table for your first conversation. No need to worry about making mistakes – the person sitting across from you is in the same boat! You converse for 5 minutes in english, 5 in Spanish – and then move on to a new group of conversation partners. By the second rotation we promise you’ll be having so much fun you’ll forget you’re learning. ►WHO ATTENDS SPANGLISH? Study abroad students, international students, local Argentine students studying English and anyone looking for a flexible, affordable, and comfortable environment to practice their conversation skills.

Come join us to play games! DODA has a library of board games available. Ask at the reception for the Meetup. ¡Únete a nosotros para jugar! DODA tiene una biblioteca de juegos de mesa. Pregunta en la recepción por el Meetup. * **Where/Donde:** DODA, Fitz Roy 1855, CABA * **When/Cuando:** Thursday/jueves, de 6:30 p.m. a 10:30 p.m * **Cost/Costo:** $5500 pesos/hour/person, or $14000 pesos for up to 4 hours / $5.500 pesos/hora/persona o $14.000 pesos por hasta 4 horas * **Food available to buy?/Hay comida para comprar?:** Yes/Sí * **Do I need to bring games?/Necesito traer juegos?:** No

Nos encontramos en el Centro Cultural San Martín y de ahí vamos a explorar por Corrientes algún sitio con música en directo, o un parque si alguien quiere tocar libremente su música.

#### 🌍 CONNECT. INSPIRE. TRAVEL. REPEAT. **Travelers Loop** is a global community for people who travel with purpose. We connect travelers through real stories, cultural exchange, and shared experiences. ### **What is a Loop Night?** Loop Night is an **offline gathering** for travelers who value depth over checklists. It’s a space to connect with like-minded people, exchange real travel stories, and explore new perspectives on places, cultures, and the journey itself. A place to share your experience, learn from others, and meet potential travel partners for future adventures 🤝 **If you’re tired of:** — Overpacked events — Meaningless small talks — Awkward standing with a glass waiting for someone to make an eye contact And you’d rather talk about: — the moment a place changed you — your best travel story and present it to everyone — a culture shock that shifted your perspective Then this is your room. It’s an intimate, structured, high-quality space designed for meaningful connection. ### **What to expect** 🧠 **Interactive quiz** 🧉 **Mate ceremony** 🎤 **Story sharing** — tell a short story about your most recent or favorite adventure *(contact us in advance and we’ll provide a simple PPT template)* 💬 **Open networking** and meaningful conversations ### **Who it’s for** 🌱 Curious travelers who value culture, context, and real experience 🧭 Solo adventurers looking for meaningful connections and future travel buddies 🌎 People who see travel as a way to connect, learn, and grow — not just move from place to place 🕹 **HOW TO JOIN** Spots are limited to keep the atmosphere personal and high-quality. **To attend:** Send a message to confirm your spot. Once confirmed, bring ARS 12.000 in cash, OR [here's the payment link ](https://luma.com/2ktsyi0v)**[👈](https://luma.com/ftst2buenosaires)**(if it doesn't work, we'll leave the same link in the comment section). No random drop-ins. We curate the room intentionally. **🌍 CONNECT. INSPIRE. TRAVEL. REPEAT.** Travelers Loop isn’t a networking event. It’s a conversation space for people who move through the world differently. **If that resonates — join us.**

🇪🇸Español Abajo 👇 💫 **Biodanza: Conexión auténtica a través del movimiento** 💫🫂 Have you ever experienced this? You meet someone on the dance floor, share a rhythm, a glance, a smile. You don’t even know their name, yet you feel a sense of connection and human unity. That’s Biodanza. 🔹 **What to expect?** ✔️ Connecting with others in an authentic way — this time through the body ✔️ No steps, no choreography. Two left feet are welcome! ✔️ Inspiring movement invitations that awaken your inner child and reveal hidden potentials If you’re ready to dive into the unknown and meet others in a direct, playful, and unpredictable way, this is your call! Remember: our bodies don’t lie — they simply express what is alive within us. 📍 **Where?** Centro Cultural “La Insólita”, Lezica 4044 (Almagro) 💰 **How much?** 23000$ If you come with a friend: there is a 2 for 1 promotion! 🙋🏼‍♀️ **Who?** Your facilitator is Valerie Kattenfeld. She was trained by the family of the founders of Biodanza and loves guiding group processes that foster human connection in safe, non-judgmental spaces — using dance as her main tool. 👟 **What to bring?** Wear comfortable clothes that allow you to move easily, both standing and on the floor. Bring a bottle of water. ☕ **And afterwards?** Join us for a coffee at Diletto nearby! **FOLLOW US** **INSTAGRAM: @CULTURE.SHOCKTHERAPY / @valeriekattenfeld** [https://www.instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy/](Instagram) *** 💫 **Biodanza: Conexión auténtica a través del movimiento** 💫🫂 ¿Alguna vez viviste esta experiencia? Conocés a alguien en la pista de baile, comparten un ritmo, una mirada, una sonrisa. Ni siquiera sabés su nombre y, sin embargo, sentís una complicidad y una profunda conexión humana. Eso es Biodanza. 🔹 **¿Qué podés esperar?** ✔️ Conectar con otras personas de manera auténtica — esta vez a través del cuerpo ✔️ Sin pasos, sin coreografías. ¡Bienvenidas las personas con dos pies izquierdos! ✔️ Propuestas de movimiento inspiradoras que despiertan tu niño interior y evocan potenciales tapadas Si estás lista/o para sumergirte en lo desconocido y encontrarte con otras personas de una manera directa, lúdica e impredecible, esta es tu invitación. Recordá: el cuerpo no miente, simplemente expresa lo que está vivo en nuestro interior. 📍 **¿Dónde?** Centro Cultural “La Insólita”, Lezica 4044 (Almagro) 💰 **¿Cuánto?** 23.000$ Si venis con alguien hay una promo 2x1! 🙋🏼‍♀️ **¿Quién?** La facilitadora es Valerie Kattenfeld. Se formó con la familia de los fundadores de Biodanza y le apasiona acompañar procesos grupales que fomentan la conexión humana en espacios seguros y libres de juicio, utilizando la danza como herramienta principal. 👟 **¿Qué traer?** Vení con ropa cómoda que te permita moverte con facilidad, tanto de pie como en el suelo. Traé una botella de agua. ☕ **¿Y después?** ¡Después de Biodanza podés sumarte a un café en Diletto, que queda cerquita! **SEGUINOS** **INSTAGRAM: @CULTURE.SHOCKTHERAPY / @valeriekattenfeld** [https://www.instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy/](instagram)

Español Abajo **☕️ Coffee Talk: Where Conversations Are Stronger Than the Coffee ☕️** Had enough of awkward small talk and silent social gatherings? This is your chance to break free. Join us for a night of meaningful conversations about life, dreams, existential crises, and why we keep procrastinating our goals. \*\* What to expect?\*\* ✔️ Thought-provoking questions (but not too deep, we promise). ✔️ Interesting people with zero interest in discussing traffic. ✔️ Interactive dynamics that push you out of your comfort zone—without feeling like a job interview. If you're ready for an evening of deep conversations, great coffee, and a dash of sarcastic humor, save your spot before you regret it (again). **Where?** Diletto – Perón 4217 (because coffee without great conversations is just wasted caffeine). **How much?** $5,000 ARS / $5 USD (yes, genuine connections have a price, but they’re worth every cent). **FOLLOW US** **INSTAGRAM: @CULTURE.SHOCKTHERAPY** [https://www.instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==] *** **☕️Coffee Talk: Donde las Conversaciones Son Más Fuertes que el Café☕️** Si ya tuviste suficiente de las mismas charlas de ascensor y los silencios incómodos en reuniones sociales, este es tu evento. Aquí venimos a hablar de todo lo que realmente importa: la vida, los sueños, las crisis existenciales y por qué seguimos procrastinando nuestras metas. \*\* ¿Qué puedes esperar?\*\* ✔️ Preguntas que te harán pensar (pero no demasiado, prometemos). ✔️ Gente interesante con cero ganas de hablar del tráfico. ✔️ Dinámicas interactivas que te sacarán de tu zona de confort sin hacerte sentir en una entrevista de trabajo. Si estás listo para una tarde de conversaciones profundas con café en mano y un toque de humor sarcástico, reserva tu lugar antes de que te arrepientas (otra vez). **¿Dónde?** Diletto – Perón 4217 (porque el café sin buenas conversaciones es solo cafeína desperdiciada). **¿Cuánto?** $5.000 ARS / $5 USD (sí, las conexiones genuinas tienen su precio, pero valen cada centavo). **FOLLOW US** **INSTAGRAM: @CULTURE.SHOCKTHERAPY** [https://www.instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==]

🎲♠️ **Casino Night: Texas Hold ’Em Poker** ♠️🎲 This week at **The Classic Sports Bar**, we’re hosting a **Texas Hold ’Em Poker Night** — and it’s completely **free to play**. No buy-ins. Just cards, chips, drinks, and a fun, social vibe. Whether you’re a seasoned player or have never played before, this is a relaxed, low-pressure game where everyone is welcome. We’ll go over the basics at the beginning for anyone new to Hold ’Em. 🃏 Free to play 🍔 Full kitchen open late 🍻 Drinks flowing all night 🎉 Great mix of locals, expats & travelers Come solo or bring friends. Grab a seat, order a drink, and see how your poker face holds up. It’s all about the fun — are you in? ♠️ [Follow us on Instagram!](https://www.instagram.com/theclassicsportsbar?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==) *** 🎲♠️ **Noche de Casino: Póker Texas Hold ’Em** ♠️🎲 Esta semana en **The Classic Sports Bar** organizamos una **Noche de Póker Texas Hold ’Em** — y es totalmente **gratis para jugar**. Sin inscripcion. Solo cartas, fichas, bebidas y un ambiente divertido y social. Tanto si ya tienes experiencia como si nunca jugaste, es una partida relajada y sin presión donde todos son bienvenidos. Explicaremos las reglas básicas al comienzo para quienes sean nuevos en el Hold ’Em. 🃏 Gratis para jugar 🍔 Cocina abierta hasta tarde 🍻 Bebidas toda la noche 🎉 Gran mezcla de locales, extranjeros y viajeros Ven solo o con amigos. Busca tu lugar, pide algo para tomar y pon a prueba tu cara de póker. La idea es divertirnos — ¿te sumas? ♠️ [Siguenos en Instagram!](https://www.instagram.com/theclassicsportsbar?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==)

Jornada de Juegos de mesa hasta que salga el sol en el Geek Out! Club Listado de juegos ([Nuestra web](https://www.geekout.com.ar/Ludoteca/) o [Usuario en BGG](https://boardgamegeek.com/collection/user/GeekOutClub?own=1&subtype=boardgame&ff=1) ) Consulten por juegos que tengan ganas de jugar para ver la posibilidad de que alguien lo traiga por wpp al https://wa.me/+5491124601608 :D O sumate a la [Comunidad de Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KvF6IiO5S4VFjlV1mAokzQ?mode=ems_copy_t) https://chat.whatsapp.com/KvF6IiO5S4VFjlV1mAokzQ?mode=ems_copy_t Podes venir solo Arevalo 2061, Palermo. COSTO: $20.000 por persona que incluye bebida sin alcohol LIBRE tambien, aparte hay para comprar cafe y comida. Si no conocés los juegos no te preocupes, SIEMPRE hay gente nueva así que no vas a ser la única persona que lo esté jugando por primera vez, y SIEMPRE hay gente que los conoce y tiene la mejor buena onda para explicarlos =)

🌎✨ **Join Us EN ESPAÑOL at The English Group of BA – TEGOBA!** ✨🌎 We’re excited to invite you to a special language exchange space at **The English Group of BA - TEGOBA**! 📅 **Every first Friday of the month** 🕠 **5:30 PM – 6:30 PM** 🗣️ **Spanish Practice Session** This session is specially designed for foreigners who would like to practice Spanish — **all levels are welcome!** Whether you’re just starting out or looking to polish your conversation skills, this is a friendly and supportive space to build confidence and connect with others. Then… 🕡 **From 6:30 PM onwards** 🇬🇧 **Advanced English Practice Group** We continue the evening with our advanced-level English conversation group — perfect for those who want to challenge themselves and engage in dynamic discussions. It’s a great opportunity to practice, meet new people, and enjoy a multicultural environment all in one evening! 📩 Feel free to message us for more details. We look forward to seeing you there! 💬🌍

🚨 **¡Última hora!** 🚨 ✨ **Podés venir a pasar la tarde del viernes por solo $50k** (*Incluye comidas)* Es una gran oportunidad para **vivir la experiencia**, compartir el espacio y **encontrarte con colegas de la comunidad** 🤝 Si te quedaste con ganas de sumarte… **¡Éste puede ser tu momento!** 🙌 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🎲🌍 Se viene una nueva edición del Play for Agile Latam** El encuentro mundial de quienes creemos en el juego como motor de transformación. 📅 Cuándo: del 13 al 15 de marzo 🧩 Qué: 3 días de Open Space, inmersión, juegos, conversaciones y red. **👉 ¿Qué es Open Space?** Un formato sin agenda cerrada, donde las personas proponen los temas que les importan, se arman conversaciones reales y cada quien se mueve hacia donde puede aprender, aportar y jugar de verdad. **👥 ¿A quién está dirigido?** A líderes, facilitadores, coaches, consultores, agilistas, profesionales de RRHH, educación y a todas las personas que trabajan con equipos, cultura y cambio… y que creen que el juego no es una pausa, sino una forma seria de transformar. **📍 Dónde: Los Cuatro Amaneceres Mercedes** Nueva ubicación. Nuevo destino. Es-pec-ta-cu-lar. A solo 1 hora del centro de Buenos Aires. **🔥 Qué haremos:** Lo de siempre… pero con ganas acumuladas. Juegos aplicados a equipos, liderazgo y cultura. Nuevas dinámicas para transformar el trabajo. Conversaciones reales, inspiración, comunidad viva y muchas, muchas sorpresas. Si sos de los que creen que jugando se habla en serio, este es tu lugar 🙌🎮 👉 Preinscribite y asegurá tu cupo: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdAWiaX9AEx0zbiyiVj3JjPXN3nfN_UbILKjjDYBtw8lQBxRQ/viewform Nos vemos en marzo, player 💥

Vengan con ganas de tomar buena cerveza.

👉🏼**Ampliá tu círculo social y conectá con personas fuera de tu entorno habitual**. Te invitamos a un evento único donde podrás relajarte, disfrutar de una cerveza 🍻, y compartir experiencias en un ambiente cálido y distendido. Si aún no te animaste a participar, ¡es el momento! Este encuentro está diseñado para conocer gente nueva, generar contactos valiosos y pasarla bien. 🔥Sabemos que el primer paso puede ser difícil, pero ya hemos organizado más de **150 eventos**, y siempre recibimos tanto a participantes nuevos como a aquellos que vuelven una y otra vez. El ambiente es abierto, ameno y perfecto para hacerte sentir parte de nuestra comunidad desde el primer momento. Si eres nuevo en la ciudad, quieres sociabilizar, conocer y conectar con gente interesante, te animo a unirte y formar parte de nuestra comunidad. 👉🏼 **El evento es GRATUITO**. El CONSUMO es OBLIGATORIO. 🕒 **Edades habituales**: entre 30 y 60 años. ¡No te pierdas esta oportunidad de expandir tus horizontes! ¡Te esperamos!

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** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ 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!

Drake Lundstrom is presenting: Code Anywhere by Talking to your Phone Abstract: Have you heard the trend of people deploying code anywhere from checkout lines to doctors' offices? In this talk, you will learn how to talk to your phone and have an app on Azure to show your friend 5 minutes later. The basic DevOps tools you already know, plus a little bit of AI magic, are all you need! If you want to follow along, the demo will be in Azure with GitHub Actions and GitHub Copilot, and you can have it set up on your phone by the end of the session. Just come in with an Azure account and a GitHub repo. Join us for pizza, drinks, and networking @ Improving's office. Doors open at 5:45.

Hey Everyone! Let's meet at Belle's Bread Bakery and Cafe. There is lots of free parking and easy access to the cafe and many shops and restaurants as well. This is a great way to meet new and old friends while chatting about life and practicing English language speaking skills. All are welcome and encouraged to join us anytime between 11am and 1pm. Looking forward to seeing you soon.

This month, we are in-person at GameArena!!! We will also be joined by students and their games from [Shawnee State](https://www.shawnee.edu/game-design-programs)! \-\-\- Join us for our our monthly COGG Prototype and Play event @GameArena! Come to play and showcase your games. We're back in the upper levels of the catwalk mezzanine area. It'll be packed with lots of camaraderie playing your game(s) and other's games on the 2nd floor as well as the 1st floor in the gaming room below the mezzanine. Light snacks and water provided but you can buy food and drinks at the bar (alcoholic drink ID required). [https://www.game-arena.co/menu](https://www.game-arena.co/menu) **Attendees:** Don't have a game to show? Not a problem! All are welcomed and invited from all ages and backgrounds. The more we can have to play test our games the better! **Developers:** Do you have a game that you would like to get critical feedback on? Would you like an excuse to work on a game with other talented artists, programmers, musicians, designers, and writers? Digital, table-top, non-experienced developers, and the like are welcomed! We'll provide signage for your game to help others learn more about your work. Wifi, outlets, tables, and seats (though standing tables also) are available. Come to the Prototype and Play workshop to collaborate and meet local game developers for an evening of epic and raw game play fun! Play works-in-progress, show off your own game, work with others to add polish to a game, or even lend your talents to other fellow developers. Can use South Garage at the Gateway with a $5 voucher on your way out. 75 E 11th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9) If you have any questions or comments, as always, feel free to reach out to us at [info@thecogg.com!](http://info@thecogg.com!/)

**Hello Columbus!** **The community is buzzing and growing well.** **We are thrilled to bring our third BrowserStack QA Meetup on March 12th!** We are creating a space for deeper insights, meaningful connections, and a vibe you won't want to miss. **What to expect:** * **Connect:** Network with Columbus' top engineering and QA minds. * **Learn:** Real-world tactics and trends you can use immediately. * **Enjoy:** Food, drinks, and great community spirit. **Agenda** * **[Sam Gomez](https://www.linkedin.com/in/samueljgomez/)** is presenting "AI is more than LLMs: Choosing the right AI for your needs." **RSVP Essential:** Space is limited, and we want to ensure a great experience for everyone. **RSVP now to secure your spot!** 📍 **Venue:** Leading EDJE, 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 📍 **Free Parking:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017 📅 **Date & Time:** March 12, 6:00 PM **Stay Connected!** Want to continue the conversation beyond the meetup? Join our **BrowserStack Discord Server** to get updates, connect with fellow QA professionals, and be part of an ongoing discussion. **Don’t miss out—click below to join!** 🔗 [\[](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[Join the BrowserStack Discord Server](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[\]](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW) **A Few Notes:** ✅ This is an **in-person event** ✅ **RSVP does not guarantee a seat** – A confirmation email will be sent one day before the event. **TALK ABSTRACT:** AI is all the hype these days; however, despite (or maybe because of) the excitement around it, a high percentage of AI projects fail. Projects that are over budget, delayed, or that fail to scale past the POC phase are very common. In many of these scenarios, choosing the right approach can be as critical as the solution itself. Should you build a tailored machine learning model, leverage the power of large language models (LLMs), or integrate with AI copilots? Each option has unique strengths, trade-offs, and resource requirements, and the key to success lies in aligning your choice with your business goals and technical constraints. In this talk, we will go beyond the basic concepts and definitions to provide a practical guide that allows attendees to navigate these decisions through real-world case studies. We will examine scenarios in which different AI paradigms were chosen, discuss the factors that influenced those decisions, and outline the process for evaluating needs, constraints, and outcomes. From assessing data availability and team expertise to balancing cost and scalability, you'll gain insights into the critical considerations that guide the selection process. By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear process for determining whether machine learning, LLMs, or copilots are best suited to your AI challenges and understand the resources and strategies needed to bring your chosen solution to life. This talk is ideal for decision-makers, technical leads, and innovators seeking to demystify AI implementation and maximize the impact of their investments.

**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** TBD **YouTube Link** TBA