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BrowserStack Software Testing and QA Meetup
¡Hola, comunidad de QA y Testing! We are thrilled to invite you to the latest **BrowserStack Meetup in Buenos Aires**. Join us for an evening of learning, networking, and insightful discussions on the evolution of technology and the vital role of Quality Assurance in the digital age.
🎤 **Featured Speakers & Sessions**
**De la máquina de Estados a la Inteligencia Artificial**
**Speaker:** Diego Wolf \| *QA Engineer*
Explore the technical journey from traditional state machines to the cutting-edge world of AI. Diego will dive into how these shifts impact the way we build and test modern software.
**Transformación Digital**
**Speaker:** Mariana Riquelme \| *Salesforce Quality Assurance Lead*
Digital transformation isn't just a buzzword; it's a structural shift. Mariana shares her expertise on how QA teams adapt and lead through large-scale organizational changes.
**Ser QA no es solo hacer clicks**
**Speaker:** Cynthia Cabrera \| *Digital Transformation & Technology*
Think testing is just clicking buttons? Think again. Cynthia breaks down the strategic mindset, technical depth, and critical thinking required to be a modern QA professional.
***
🕒 Agenda
* **18:00 :** Open doors & Introduction 📝
* **18:15 :** **De la máquina de Estados a la Inteligencia Artificial**
* **18:45 :** **Transformación Digital**
* **19:15 :** **Ser QA no es solo hacer clicks**
* **19:40 :** Dinner and Networking
***
**💡 Why Attend?**
* **Learn from Experts:** Gain insights from leaders at the forefront of automation and digital transformation.
* **Network:** Connect with the local Buenos Aires tech community over coffee and conversation.
* **Grow your Career:** Discover new perspectives on the QA role that go beyond the manual "click."
**Limited availability!** Secure your spot today to be part of the conversation at UNTREF.
💃 🕺 BA Digital Nomads - After Office @ Distrito Federal ✨🤩
**We are migrating to LUMA, sign up here**: [https://luma.com/w4y688j6](https://luma.com/w4y688j6?utm_source=meetup_body)
Hi Digital Nomads, **💫**
This season, every week many nomads, expats, and like-minded folks get together to talk and meet new people 😊 Share a good laugh, get inspired, and meet many new friends for your stay in Buenos Aires… or forever! 🔥 (check the dates for which specific day we’re meeting)
Summer is here! We’re back at Distrito Federal, join us for another meetup of the season & enjoy the nice weather!
📍🕗 **Distrito Federal** \| Honduras 5608 \| **FRI 17 APRIL:** 8pm - 1am
🍺🍹 Happy Hour until 9/10pm - don't forget your wristband at the door!
🎵🎤 **music all night**!
⚡🎟️[ ](https://luma.com/p2iriwz9?utm_source=meetup_body)**[RSVP now](https://luma.com/w4y688j6?utm_source=meetup_body)** here! ⚡
[https://luma.com/w4y688j6](https://luma.com/w4y688j6?utm_source=meetup_body)
And as always... come as you are & enjoy the show! 💃🕺
Keep spreading the ‘For Nomads by Nomads’ love 💕
See you **FRI 17 APRIL**!
Abrazo grande 🤗
**Team BA Digital Nomads**
Agus & Darío
***
*🍻👉 Tip: join our [WhatsApp groups](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HG5yXstO9i5ANhvXEzZeMF) and meet/inspire/share with thousands of other digital nomads.*
**PS Support the 100% committed BA Digital Nomads team**
We want to thank you for your trust in us, for making your Nomad life in Buenos Aires easier, more social & more fun! Hopefully you met many new friends for your stay in BA… or forever! 🔥
The BA Digital Nomads team is **100% committed**. Feel free to 'buy us a coffee' at [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/badn](https://www.buymeacoffee.com/badn), to say thanks and encourage us to moderate the community and organize more free fun activities for you.
**Our promise:** The 'coffees' only cover our annual [Meetup.com](http://Meetup.com) subscription. The rest flows back into the work of all admins/hosts! 😉
Thanks again for your support. Buy a coffee for us and the community here: [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/badn](https://www.buymeacoffee.com/badn) 🙏
BA Coworking Coffee Meetup - Palermo (Venue provided on WhatsApp group)
please join our WhatsApp group to confirm cafe address and your assistance! https://tally.so/r/w4AO7X
Join us for an afternoon of networking, collaboration, and inspiration at the BA Coworking Coffee Meetup. Whether you're a remote worker, freelancer, startup founder, or any other creative professional, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and expand your professional and social network. So grab a cup of coffee or tea, bring your enthusiasm, and let's build a supportive community of creatives together. Venue details will be shared on our WhatsApp group, so make sure to RSVP and join us for a productive and enjoyable morning of coworking and entrepreneurship!
Speak English in Buenos Aires 🌍 Weekly International Meetup (TEGOBA)
Ready to speak English, meet people from around the world, and have a great time? 🌍
This is a great opportunity to meet international people while sharpening your communication skills.
Join us at TEGOBA (The English Group of Buenos Aires) for a dynamic evening of conversation, connection, and cultural exchange. Whether you're a native speaker or a fluent learner, this is your space to connect, share, and enjoy real conversations.
✨ Good vibes. Great conversations. Global friendships.
Come solo or with friends, grab a drink, and be part of a vibrant community of locals and expats who love connecting through language.
🗣️ **Conversational level of English is required** – this meetup is all about natural, flowing conversation. If you can jump into discussions with ease, you’ll fit right in!
Expect engaging chats about travel, culture, life experiences, and anything that sparks curiosity. No boring lessons—just real people, real conversations, and a welcoming international atmosphere.
See you at TEGOBA!
Watch this video to check your level for participating in our meetings. [https://youtu.be/dAmsEhnDWXM](https://youtu.be/dAmsEhnDWXM)
Spanglish Friday Language Exchange Palermo -
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.
BAMM April Meetup
🎟️🎟️**[GET YOUR TICKET HERE! ](https://luma.com/30kkrsdd)**🎟️🎟️
Meetup RSVP isn't enough to snag your spot!
🇺🇸🗣️
Are you a motion designer in Buenos Aires who spends more time moving keyframes than exchanging ideas with other creatives? We get it.
We’re **Buenos Aires Motion Makers (BAMM)** — a community of local and international creatives who come together to share work, exchange ideas, collaborate, and grow alongside each other.
This isn’t traditional networking. It’s creative connection.
**If you…**
💫 Love motion graphics or an adjacent discipline
💫 Want to meet collaborators, not just contacts
💫 Have ideas, projects, or perspectives you want to share
💫 Learn best by talking, doing, and building with others
💫 Crave genuine, human connection
…then this community was designed for you.
Join us for our **April monthly meetup** in **the city centro**, at 4 **PM on Friday, April 17th!**
**What to expect:**
✨ **Mini Share Sessions**
You’ll join a small, intentionally curated group where each person shares something they want to put into the room with the group. This could be a short presentation about your journey in your craft, something you’re building and want to put out into the world, a project you'd like feedback on, or an idea you’re exploring.
🧩 **Connection Activities (no awkward networking nonsense)**
Playful activities designed to help you meet a lot of people in a natural, low-pressure way, without forced small talk.
🛠️ **Creative Collaboration Activity**
You’ll team up in small groups to create something together, sparking ideas and getting out of your head and into motion.
**\*\*Where is it?\*\***
We’re collaborating with Éter, located at the top of the iconic Bencich Building, a historical landmark completed in 1927.
**Photography**
Our event will be photographed by[ Anna Blank. ](https://www.instagram.com/a.sber/)Final photos are included in your ticket, so feel free to dress your best and juje up your LinkedIn profile.
**Registration** 🎟️
Spots are limited and registration is required and closes April 16th, so snag your spot now!
*We’re building a space where people can show up as themselves, feel respected, and actually connect. Come with openness, curiosity, and kindness. Any form of discrimination, harassment, or exclusion won’t fly here*
Mundo Lingo Buenos Aires - Palermo Hollywood
100s of people from around the 🌎 meet weekly to socialise, have a drink, and meet foreign/local people of all ages. It's chilled, fun and free.
🟢 The Flags
Place flags on your chest from top to bottom according to fluency. We offer flags from 200+ places.
🟢 Stand to mingle, sit to dwindle!
🗣 Talk about anything you like. You don't have to be an advanced speaker - it's open to everyone!
🛎 Reception 9 - 10pm
Not obligatory, but arrive at this time if you’re new or want those drinks specials.
Connect with us 👉 http://x.MundoLingo.com
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Make Friends: Not Small Talk - Deep talks & Coffee | 🌎Culture Shock Therapy
SPANISH VERSION BELOW 👇
**☕ Culture Shock Therapy – Deep Conversation / Coffee Talk**
Some conversations change your day.
Some change your life.
Every Sunday we create a space for meaningful conversations about life, emotions, culture, psychology, relationships, and the things we usually don’t talk about in normal social events.
📍 Tienda de Cafe Italiano – Perón 4233, CABA
🕕 Every Sunday \| 18:00 – 20:00
🎟 Entry: 5,000 ARS (≈ 5 USD)
**What you can expect:**
• Deep questions
• Social dynamics
• Interactive games to feel comfortable
• Open-minded people
• Respectful environment
• Coffee, ideas, and connection
You don’t need to be an expert.
You just need to be honest.
This is not small talk.
This is real conversation.
Follow us on Instagram:
[https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy](https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy)
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VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL 👇
**☕ Culture Shock Therapy – Deep Conversation / Coffee Talk**
Algunas conversaciones te cambian el día.
Otras te cambian la vida.
Cada domingo creamos un espacio para conversaciones con sentido sobre la vida, emociones, cultura, psicología, relaciones y todo lo que normalmente no se habla en eventos sociales comunes.
📍 Tienda de Cafe Italiano – Perón 4233, CABA
🕕 Todos los domingos \| 18:00 – 20:00
🎟 Entrada: $5.000
**Qué podés encontrar:**
• Preguntas profundas
• Dinámicas sociales
• Juegos para que todos se sientan cómodos
• Gente abierta
• Ambiente respetuoso
• Café, ideas y conexión
No necesitás ser experto.
Solo necesitás ser auténtico.
Esto no es charla superficial.
Es conversación real.
Seguinos en Instagram:
[https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy](https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy)
🔥COMUNICACIÓN NO VIOLENTA en acción - PALERMO
En este encuentro trabajaremos con **conversaciones reales**, de esas que a veces evitamos, postergamos o atravesamos con tensión.
Es un espacio de **práctica colectiva**, donde miramos **cómo hablamos, cómo escuchamos y qué efecto tienen nuestras palabras**.
**✅¿Cómo será el encuentro?**
* Trabajo en grupo
* Casos reales aportados por los participantes
* Sin juicios, sin consejos rápidos, sin recetas
La propuesta es **entrenar la mirada**: detectar qué acerca y qué aleja en una conversación, y qué nos pasa cuando la compasión se pierde.
**✅¿Para quién es?**
* Personas que atraviesan conversaciones difíciles en su vida personal o laboral.
* Líderes, profesionales, emprendedores o cualquier persona interesada en comunicarse mejor.
👉🏼**Valor:**
* Miembros **Meetup**: **$6,000 ✅**
* Miembros **Club de Liderazgo**: $4,000 (únete en [club.exoliderazgo.com](club.exoliderazgo.com))
*\*El valor incluye acceso al encuentro. NO incluye consumición.*
**Facilitador**: Esteban Coluccio, Coach Ontológico Certificado (ICF) Lic. en Administración, Magister en Finanzas, ex Director Financiero de IBM.
Realizó cursos de Liderazgo en Armonk, New York - San Pablo, Brasil, entre otros.
👉🏼Para mantenernos conectados, te invito a seguirme 📱[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/exoliderazgo)
Mate club 🧉 - Language Exchange at Rabieta BAR (Palermo)
# Mate Club – Language Exchange en Buenos Aires 🧉
¿Querés practicar idiomas y conocer gente de todo el mundo en un ambiente relajado y social?
Mate Club es un espacio de intercambio de **inglés, español y portugués** donde nos juntamos a conversar de forma real, espontánea y dinámica.
FORMULARIO DE INSCRIPCION: [https://forms.gle/sKe9TDeGFBosfVUSA](https://forms.gle/sKe9TDeGFBosfVUSA)
Valor de entrada única: 7,000ARS
Valor del abono mensual: 25,000ARS (4 encuentros durante el mes)
🧉 Compartimos mate durante todo el evento.
💬 Proponemos dinámicas para que todos puedan participar.
🌍 Participan locales, viajeros y estudiantes de distintos países.
🤝 Organizamos los grupos para que realmente practiques.
Si querés mejorar tu fluidez, perder la vergüenza al hablar y vivir una experiencia auténtica en Buenos Aires, sumate.
Nos vemos en Mate Club 🧉
📩 Consultas: mateclubdeconversacion@gmail.com
***\* It's important to note that the people who RSVP through Meetup are often new, so they don't necessarily reflect the actual number of regular attendees.\****
Encendé tu fuego interior
Sólo mujeres
El sábado 18 de abril 10hs a 12.30hs nos juntamos en Palermo en Cobra Bar para compartir una mañana de:
Astrología (vamos a hablar sobre la energía del momento y cómo podos aprovecharla para encendernos internamente.
Pilates (movimiento para pasar por el cuerpo lo que se activó antes)
Charlamos juntas sobre lo que experimentamos y desayunamos rico y saludable.
Es en un espacio al aire libre frente a los Lagos de Palermo.
Inversión: $22.000-
Incluye todo, no tenés que llevar nada!
Podés inscribirte acá https://forms.gle/8k3YrMx5nAxhnEcw5
Practical Philosophy - San Telmo 🇦🇷
**IMPORTANTE**: El evento transcurre en el parque, que es grande; y si el clima lo requiere en algún café cercano. Por tal motivo se recomienda ingresar al grupo de **Whatsapp** para acceder a la ubicación exacta y actualizada: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JXuUvIkBR8VKyanyUgFKWa
**IMPORTANT:** The meeting is in the park, that is quite big; and in case of raining in a nearby Cafe. Because of that, is highly recommended to join the WhatsApp group in order to know the precise and uploaded location: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JXuUvIkBR8VKyanyUgFKWa
🏛️ **¿DE QUÉ SE TRATA FILOSOFÍA PRÁCTICA?**
Filosofía Práctica es un encuentro semanal para quienes disfrutan de conversaciones profundas, el pensamiento crítico, y la exploración de nuevas ideas. No necesitas conocimientos previos, solo curiosidad y ganas de compartir.
Cada semana abordamos un tema distinto, practicando la comunicación y construyendo una comunidad de personas reflexivas.
📓 **¿CÓMO FUNCIONA?**
* Compartimos el tema de la semana en nuestro grupo de WhatsApp con algunas preguntas guía.
* Nos reunimos a las 14:00, comenzando con una charla informal antes de la discusión.
* Conversamos en grupos pequeños para que todos puedan participar.
* Al final, cada grupo comparte sus conclusiones y cerramos la sesión alrededor de las 16:00.
🧧 **¿CUÁNTO CUESTA?**
¡Es completamente gratis! Si nos reunimos en un café, solo pedimos que apoyes el lugar comprando una bebida. Algunas sedes alquilan un espacio y pueden solicitar donaciones voluntarias, pero no es obligatorio.
💛 **LO QUE DICEN**
🗣 “Siento que Filosofía Práctica te ayuda a construir tu propio sistema de creencias a través de diversas perspectivas, sin imponer lo que está bien o mal.” – Ekam
🗣 “Desde la primera vez que asistí (el tema era autoridad), supe que este era mi lugar. Me encanta cómo nos desafía a cuestionar diferentes puntos de vista, fomentando la apertura y la flexibilidad mental.” – Daniel
🗣 “Siempre quise tener este tipo de conversaciones, pero nunca encontré el espacio adecuado… hasta ahora. La gente, los temas, los debates abiertos… todo hace que sienta que pertenezco aquí.” – Sofía
🤓 **PREGUNTAS FRECUENTES**
📌 **¿Debo estudiar antes de asistir?** – No es necesario. Nos interesa saber *qué piensas tú*, no solo lo que dijeron los filósofos clásicos. Si quieres compartir ideas de alguna corriente de pensamiento, ¡adelante!, pero no es un requisito.
📌 **¿Se habla español?** – ¡Sí! Organizamos los grupos según el idioma para que todos se sientan cómodos participando.
📌 **¿Puedo ir solo/a?** – ¡Por supuesto! Muchos asistentes llegan solos y terminan haciendo grandes conexiones.
📌 **¿Dónde se reúnen?** – Compartimos la ubicación en WhatsApp y Meetup. Recomendamos unirte al grupo de WhatsApp para estar al día.
✨ **Desde 2021, Filosofía Práctica ha crecido a más de 50 capítulos en todo el mundo. ¡Únete a la comunidad!**
**EL GRUPO DE WHATSAPP ES EN INGLES, CUALQUIER DUDA CONSULTE POR EL ORGANIZADOR AL INGRESAR.**
📲 [WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JXuUvIkBR8VKyanyUgFKWa) \| 📷 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) \| 🌍 [Website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/)
Couchsurfing Meeting, Distrito Federal
**COUCHSURFING BA – Distrito Federal Fridays**
📅 Every Friday
⏰ From 21:00
📍 Distrito Federal, Honduras 5608, Palermo, Buenos Aires
The weekly meeting point for travelers and locals who want to share languages, travel stories, and a great night out. Expect an easy-going crowd, good music, and a party that keeps going.
✨ What to expect
* Multilingual crowd (stickers to show your languages)
* Travel-story ice-breakers
* International playlist
* Free entry
Come solo or with friends – everyone’s welcome.
RSVP here and we’ll save you a spot.
***
**COUCHSURFING BA – Distrito Federal Fridays**
📅 Todos los viernes
⏰ Desde las 21:00
📍 Distrito Federal, Honduras 5608, Palermo, CABA
Punto de encuentro semanal para viajeros y locales que quieren compartir idiomas, historias de viaje y una buena noche. Buena onda, música variada y fiesta hasta tarde.
✨ Qué encontrarás
* Grupo multilingüe (etiquetas para mostrar idiomas)
* Dinámicas para compartir historias
* Playlist internacional
* Entrada libre
Ven solo o acompañado – todos son bienvenidos.
Confirma asistencia y guardamos tu lugar.
Spanglish Saturday Language Exchange Palermo - Every Saturday
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.
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NoVABeerSec - April 29th @Aslin Beer Company (Herndon, VA)
The next NoVABeerSec event - "Informal Gathering of Security Minds Over Beer" will be Wednesday, April 29th, 5:30PM til 7:30ish at Aslin Beer Company - Herndon Taproom (767 Elden St., Herndon VA 20170).
**Venue for April:** Aslin Beer Company (https://www.aslinbeer.com) - Aslin Beer Co. was founded in 2015 by Andrew Kelley and Kai Leszkowicz. The name, Aslin, comes from the family that connected Andrew and Kai through marriage; they each married a daughter from the Aslin Family. Andrew’s professional background was in finance and consulting, while Kai worked in public service. They bonded over a shared interest of craft beer and home-brewing, which eventually lead to the idea that “We can do this too.”
**Additional Info:** We are an inclusive group, so if we missed anyone please let us know or if you want to bring your significant other/spouse please do. We do know there are folks that have changed roles since we last met so please also let us know if we need to add new contact info for people. Have a great week and see you later this month!
Cheers,
Rinaldi Rampen & Mike McCabe
of @NoVABeerSec
Fairfax Home Board Game Fun!
Welcome to the Fairfax Home Board Game Group. I have been running this group for 3+ years, every other Saturday. The group has evolved since I first started, so I thought I should update the description to more closely describe how it runs today.
This group is hosted at my home in Fairfax and primarily plays hosted games, meaning a player owns the game and will teach others at the table how to play. Below are some tips for a great first visit and what to expect.
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**Tips for the Best Experience for Newcomers**
1. Check the event messages periodically, and more frequently as the event gets closer. If you see someone hosting a game you are interested in, respond to the post to reserve a space.
2. Watch a "how to play" video for the game you want to play. While the host will teach the game at the table, coming prepared will make for a better experience. Most hosts will post a link to a "how to play" video in their initial post. If you want to host a game feel free to post in the event and see if there is interest!
3. Arrive on time. Games tend to start promptly between 8:30pm and 8:45pm — I make it a rule not to wait past 8:45pm. Please also avoid arriving earlier than 8:15pm; if you get to the house before then, please wait in your car as we are usually still getting last-minute things ready. If you do arrive late you are welcome to come in, but depending on when you arrive there may not be a seat available. The last thing I want is for someone to drive all the way out only to miss the game, so please be on time! =)
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**What to Expect & General Tips**
**Game Length** — Most games take anywhere between 2 and 3 hours, including the teach, which means you will typically only play one game per evening. Occasionally a shorter game wraps up early and that group may play a second, but that is more the exception than the rule.
**Game Difficulty** — This group primarily plays medium to complex games, and while new players are always welcome — the host will teach you at the table! — it's worth knowing what to expect before you come. If you are looking to play games like Scrabble, Monopoly, Uno, or party games, this is probably not the right event for you. In three years I have seen only two party games played and zero classic board games.
**Update Your Status** — Please be considerate of others who would like to attend but may be held back by space constraints. If you can no longer make it, update your status as soon as possible so others can attend — even if there is no waitlist. This also helps me plan seating and choose games appropriate for the number of players.
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In between sessions, join the conversation on our Discord, where we chat about games, minis, and other game-related topics! Discord invite: [https://discord.gg/JyprPCvmMj](https://discord.gg/JyprPCvmMj)
Postgres Performance Fundamentals: Shared Buffers, Memory, Pages
Let’s reboot the DC Postgres Meetup series!
This inaugural meeting will be hosted by John Porvaznik and Eddie Pickle and all are welcome. We’re actively looking for speakers, co-hosts, event spaces and other folks that want to help bring this group back to life. If you can’t make it but want to be involved in the future, please let us know.
John Porvaznik will present a talk on Postgres fundamentals including shared buffers, memory usage, pages, and more. John is a long time PostgreSQL Engineer and DBA in the government space with focus on ETL / Data Ingestion, PostGIS and spatial data sets, query optimizations, Database Design // DDL, benchmarking and specifications, data health, and system healths and monitoring.
This meetup will be hosted near the Snowflake office in Tysons (event space sponsored by Snowflake). We’ll have pizza and drinks for folks.
6:00 arrival and networking, 6:30 talk followed by discussion, 7:45 close.
The event is at 1750 Tysons Boulevard, McClean, VA, 22102, in the 1750 Tysons Conference Center. This is Metro Accessible from the Silver Line to Tyson's Corner station. Parking at the mall next door is free or the event building has paid parking.
Dharma Talk & Meditation
Join us at 11:30 a.m. for a meditation class led by Khenpo Karze, followed by a public talk and Q&A.
The meditation focus varies from class to class. We are currently learning how to meditate on the Four Immeasurables: loving-kindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and equanimity.
The class begins with 30 minutes of meditation instruction, followed by 5-10 minutes of meditation practice, and then continues with discussion and Q&A. Each session concludes with a brief Chenrezig practice in which we recite Om Mani Padme Hung (a prayer of compassion), and a dedication prayer that our efforts benefit all beings.
This class offers a strong foundation in meditation, helping cultivate inner peace and compassion amidst busy lives.
All are welcome!
This program is open to anyone with an interest in Buddhism and you can come to all or any part of the program. Families are welcome. There is no fee, but donations are encouraged.
Join us!
Class is offered IN-PERSON in our Prayer Room and ONLINE on [Facebook Live](https://www.facebook.com/KPCBuddhistTemple/) and [YouTube Live](https://www.youtube.com/@KunzangPalyulCholing/streams).
You can also watch online here: https://www.tara.org/kpc-maryland-events-calendar/
About the teacher:
Khenpo Tenzin Karze graduated from Ngagyur Nyingma Institute’s intensive Buddhist graduate course in 2006, and was awarded the degree of Khenpo, equivalent to a PhD in Buddhist Philosophy, in 2011. He has received teachings and empowerments from many great Nyingma masters, and taught extensively in various Palyul temples in Nepal, India, Europe and Taiwan. This is his first time in the USA. We are delighted that Khenpo is now in residence at KPC and will be providing traditional Dharma instruction to help us deepen our practice of wisdom and compassion.
GitHub Copilot Dev Days - D.C
Important: Register on [AICamp website](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026043014) is required for admission.
**Description:**
Join us for a community-led developer event focused on AI-assisted coding with GitHub Copilot. This event brings together developers to explore practical workflows, real-world use cases, and hands-on experiences using GitHub Copilot.
Whether you are new to GitHub Copilot or already using it, this event will help you better understand how to apply AI-assisted coding techniques in everyday development.
**Speakers/Topics:**
\- Reynald Adolphe\, Microsoft\.
Stay tuned as we are updating speakers and schedules. If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration: [Submit Topics](https://forms.gle/JkMt91CZRtoJBSFUA)
**Sponsors:**
We are actively seeking sponsors to support AI developers community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, but also gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 5,000+ AI developers in D.C and 500K+ worldwide.
Board games at Purcellville Library
A friendly meetup to play both competitive and cooperative board games. Bring some games if you’d like, but don’t worry, we will have plenty to play. Come join us for some fun games and camaraderie.
AI Tool Explorers Night | Connect & Make New Friends
Most AI meetups end up as just networking. **We’re different.**
At **AI Tool Explorers Night \| Connect & Make New Friends**, you’ll:
✨ Walk away with a *real learning nugget* (a tool, workflow, or strategy you can use immediately)
✨ Connect with people who share your curiosity for AI, productivity, and automation
✨ Enjoy a fun, casual setting where new ideas and friendships spark naturally
👉 **Our promise:** every session delivers structure, substance, and takeaways you can use when you get home.
### 📅 Event Flow
* **6:00–6:15 PM** → Arrivals & intros
* **6:15–6:45 PM** → AI demo / learning nugget
* **6:45–7:00 PM** → Q&A and group discussion
* **7:00–8:00 PM** → Networking & contact sharing
⚡ Please hold networking until after the presentation so we can all learn together. Plenty of time at the end to connect and exchange cards!
**Let's explore AI Tools that actually *work* in our day-to-day life!**
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#ChatGPT #Claude #Grok #Gemini #Perplexity #DeepSeek #NotebookLM #Cursor #GitHubCopilot #Replit #Windsurf #v0dev #Lovable #Zapier #Makecom #n8n #Descript #OpusClip #Synthesia #Runway #Sora #Kling #Veo #PikaLabs #LTXStudio #AdobeFirefly #Vidu #Hailuo #LumaDreamMachine #Wisecut #Elaiio #Capsule #Filmora #Gling #Magisto #AdobePremierePro #ElevenLabs
#Suno #Udio #Soundraw #Riffusion #Mubert #BeatovenAI #AIVA #Loudly #SplashPro #Soundful #MagentaStudio #WavTool #MakeBestMusic #BandLabSongStarter #TadAI #EcrettMusic
#Midjourney #DALLE3 #CanvaMagicStudio #NotionAI #Gamma #Fathom #FirefliesAI #MLX




















