IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service)

Join us for the Berlin FinOps Meetup, hosted by Cortex Reply. An evening for anyone interested in **FinOps**, **cloud cost optimization,** and the **real-world challenges** of managing cloud spend. We’ll kick things off with two short, practical talks (one from Cortex Reply and one from an external guest speaker), followed by an open discussion and plenty of time for networking with other FinOps and cloud professionals. ### Agenda **17:00** – Doors open **17:30** – Welcome & introductions **17:45** – FinOps at Cortex Reply **18:15** – FinOps Practitioner talk: Living on the Edge: Kafka, Postgres, and the Art of Getting Evicted ([Christoph Ebeling](https://www.linkedin.com/in/christoph-ebeling/)) **18:45 – 21:00** – Discussion & networking We look forward to seeing you there.

We are excited to announce our next meetup, which will be hosted at the impressive SAP Berlin office. We are so excited to join forces with the OKR Leaders community to move beyond Customer Value and goal setting towards value driven integrated strategy execution. 🚀 Get ready for snacks, drinks and plenty of opportunities to learn and share. 🗓️ **Agenda**: • 18:30 – 19:00: Arrival and Registration • 19:00 – 19:15: Welcome & Opening Remarks • 19:15 – 20:30: Goal setting beyond organizational boundaries: Still Cooking 👩🏼‍🍳👩🏻‍🍳 • 20:30 – 21:00: Networking ⏰ **Doors Open:** 18:30 📍 **Location:** SAP Office, George-Stephenson-Str. 7-11, 10557 Berlin **Important: Please register with your full name for smooth check-in at the venue. Photos will be taken during the event for the purpose of sharing wrap-up posts and event summaries.** Expect an exciting and engaged discussion and feel free to bring questions of your own. We are looking forward to having you back, Steven & Stefan

**Why join?** Germany is one of the world’s most stable and profitable real-estate markets. In this briefing you’ll learn how expats can build a portfolio in Germany with step-by-step guidance—while financing, legal matters and property management are handled for you. You’ll also get access to exclusive investment opportunities available only through us. **You’ll learn:** * How the German market works and where returns come from * A practical, step-by-step path to your first (or next) property * How we handle financing, legal, and management end-to-end **Format:** Short talk, current projects, Q&A & networking. **Seats are limited:** Please **RSVP on Meetup** and **email** Artur at **artur.jarosiewicz@tecis.de** to confirm your place. (RSVP alone isn’t sufficient.)

**🚨🚨🚨 ATTENTION: we moved to luma. please RVSP [HERE](https://luma.com/12min.me_Berlin)🚨🚨🚨** # ​[12min.me](https://12min.me/) START UP is a brand new morning format for bold ideas and fresh perspectives ​Berlin Startup Community, we’re launching something new. Together with betahaus, we’re bringing the [12min.me](http://12min.me/) spirit into the morning. ​[12min.me](http://12min.me/) STARTUP is a three-part breakfast series, embedded in the well-known betabreakfast format. Instead of three speakers in one evening, we do things differently. ​One morning. One speaker. One focused impulse. ​12 minutes. One voice. Zero fluff. ​Join us for the first edition of [12min.me](http://12min.me/) STARTUP, a compact morning session for founders, operators, creatives and everyone building things that matter. ​**✔️ What to expect** * ​One inspiring startup-related talk * ​12 minutes of sharp insight * ​Curated exchange over breakfast * ​The familiar [12min.me](http://12min.me/) energy, just earlier in the day# ​🚀 **The formula stays the same** * ​12 minutes talk * ​12 minutes of Q&A * ​12 minutes of networking ​The familiar [12min.me](http://12min.me/) energy, just earlier in the day ​**🎤 Our speakers** **Speaker 1 @March 5** **[Jonathan Hegel](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-beisiegel) from [FW Systems](https://www.linkedin.com/company/frachtwerk/)** Jonathan is the CEO of FW Systems, a specialized system house for open source solutions and IT services with a fixed-price model. After years in traditional IT, where he regularly had to work night shifts due to emergencies, he decided to do things better—for customers and for IT professionals. Today, he help SMEs transform their IT from a constant work in progress to a reliable infrastructure they can depend on. **Jonathan\`s talk: "How we are completely rethinking system administration as a service for your company"** Companies cannot possibly do everything themselves. So things like accounting, logistics, and IT are outsourced to external service providers. In the IT sector, system houses have been doing very well for themselves in recent decades! Every little thing is charged for, and if there are any errors, the customer is expected to open a ticket. We are rethinking this! We are applying the “as-a-service” concept from Airbnb, Uber, and Everstox to system administration and taking responsibility. Jonathan will show how this works in his talk. ​ **Speaker 2 @March 12** **[Anne Biedermann](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-biedermann/), independent wealth partner for women** Anne has extensive experience across venture capital, single-family-office & HNWI investing, and early-stage operations. She works with investors who are building, inheriting, or stewarding wealth on how to allocate capital with clarity — particularly where venture capital intersects with long-term wealth strategy. Anne also invests personally, giving her a practitioner’s perspective on capital allocation decisions. **Anna\`s talk: "Not All Capital Is the Same: Decoding Investor Behavior"** Founders often assume all investors evaluate risk, timelines, and returns the same way and that assumption is costly. This session breaks down how funds, family offices, and individual investors actually make decisions, where founder–investor misalignment typically begins, and how founders can better position themselves for the right kind of capital, not just any capital. **Speaker 3 @March 19** **[Immo Ait Stapelfeld](https://www.linkedin.com/in/immoaitstapelfeld/), Co-Founder & CEO at [913.ai](https://913.ai)** **"From Legal Complexity to Practical AI. How We Help Regulated Industries Use AI Without Losing Control"** This presentation tells the story of Immo’s transition from a trained lawyer working in mass proceedings to an entrepreneur building AI products for regulated industries. His legal background, combined with hands-on experience as a founder, shaped a pragmatic view on AI. not as a disruptive replacement, but as a controlled and compliant tool. At[ ](http://913.ai)[913.ai](https://913.ai), this perspective enables conservative organizations such as insurers to enter the AI era in a way that respects regulation, responsibility, and existing teams while still unlocking real efficiency gains. ​📅 **The series at a glance** [12min.me](http://12min.me/) STARTUP consists of three independent sessions. Please follow the luma link for registration: * ​[March 5, 2025](https://luma.com/yo32qaud) * ​[March 12, 2025](https://luma.com/y0wytmck) * ​[March 19, 2025](https://luma.com/cucrx8is) ​Each session has its own Luma page and can be attended individually. ​📍**Event details for the whole series** * ​**Location**: betahaus Kreuzberg, Rudi-Dutschke-Straße 23, 10969 Berlin * ​**Time**: Doors open 9:30, Start 10:00, End 11:00 * ​**Entry**: Free entry including breakfast and drinks * ​**RSVP:** via [Lu.ma](http://lu.ma/) to save your spot as spots are limited ​**Why mornings** Because good ideas don’t only happen after work. We believe in strong insights, respectful use of time and real conversations, even before noon. ​​🎈🎈🎈 Join our WhatsApp group for more details and to engage with the community - [HERE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FWphInbgYaKJUGv7Uusum9) we go. 🎈🎈🎈 ​We’re looking forward to kicking off this new format with you. Lots of love, Your [12min.me](http://12min.me) Berlin crew [Sandra](http://linkedin.com/in/sandrakarner), Olha, Silvana, Ben \*\*\* **Media rights (picture and video recordings):** Participants agree that photos and video recordings made during the event may be used without any claim to compensation and without any time or space restrictions. The rights to image and video material are transferred to the organiser or the representatives of the press or other parties distributing image and sound material who are present on site, without exception and without any time or place restrictions.

Bienvenue :) Rejoignez-nous si vous parlez français couramment et aimez rencontrer des gens francophones pour bavarder. A bientôt!

👋 Hallo und herzlich Willkommen Ahead of the [bobkonf this year](https://bobkonf.de/2026/en/) we're getting the Clojure and Elixir meetup groups together again and celebrate functional programming. Let's grab some drinks together to warmup for bobkonf starting the next day. We're meeting at the Volksbar near Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz which is just a quick U2 ride away from the Bobkonf location at Potsdamer Platz ⏰ Schedule 7:30 PM: We're getting started at Volksbar We will be getting together in the bar and have small groups per table to socialize and nerd out on topics of your liking (unconference style). Entrance to this pre-event Meetup is free, just RSVP please.

Agenda * 18:15 Welcome to the PUB (Python Users Berlin) – setting up * 18:30 Presentation by CorrealAid * 20:30 Lightning talks * 20:45 Social gathering (hang out afterwards to chat) The Python User Group will be joined by the CorrelAid Berlin Local Chapter to present an upcoming opportunity for volunteers. We will share what CorrelAid is, and about the upcoming project with NABU: a hands-on, community-powered data project examining the distribution of the native European hornet and the spread of the invasive Asian hornet across Germany 🐝 The session will be hybrid, so online participation will be possible. To register online, please use this link: https://correlaid.org/veranstaltungen/lc-berlin-nabu-project ⚡️ Lightning talks As always, we'll still have time for lightning talks (short 5 minute presentations). Please bring your ideas and inspirations with. Additional links: * https://correlaid.org/

🔥 Bring a friend along and enjoy a complimentary welcome drink! 🔥 The tasting is free, taste the wines and then go for a glass or two ! French low-intervention wines from Jura, Ardèche, Beaujolais and the Loire. These evenings feature wines from some of the most exciting artisanal producers working in these regions today. The wines can be tasted first — and afterwards you simply decide which glass you would like to drink. Featuring wines from Catherine et Pierre Breton, Loire Domaine Overnoy-Crinquand, Jura Sylvain Bock, Ardèche Domaine Saint-Cyr, Beaujolais La Ville et La Papillon, Ardèche and Caveau de Bacchus. Jura Französische Low-Intervention-Weine aus Jura, Ardèche, Beaujolais und der Loire. [https://www.eventbrite.de/e/einladung-zum-weinabend-franzosische-weine-entdecken-tickets-1984456411547?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/einladung-zum-weinabend-franzosische-weine-entdecken-tickets-1984456411547?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) An diesen Abenden werden Weine von einigen der spannendsten handwerklich arbeitenden Weingüter dieser Regionen ausgeschenkt. Viele von ihnen gehören zu den prägenden Produzenten der heutigen französischen Weinlandschaft. Die Weine können in Ruhe verkostet werden – danach entscheidet man einfach, welches Glas man trinken möchte. Mit Weinen von Catherine et Pierre Breton, Loire Domaine Overnoy-Crinquand, Jura Sylvain Bock, Ardèche Domaine Saint-Cyr, Beaujolais La Ville et La Papillon, Ardèche und Caveau de Bacchus, Jura

Deep release, embodied awakening & grounded integration. A guided journey into your body’s natural intelligence. ### **Kundalini Activation & Intuitive Energy Healing Journey** **Step into a transformative space where the pathways to your full energetic self and potential are opened. Through Kundalini Activation and Intuitive Energy Healing, this journey invites you to experience profound alignment, release, and a powerful connection to your true essence.** ### **What to Expect** Embark on an inward journey combining ancient practices with intuitive energy work, guiding you toward balance, clarity, and expansion. ### **Program Overview:** **Welcome & Intention Setting:** We begin with a gentle welcome and an invitation to set an intention or mantra—an open doorway for your heart’s desire: * Healing the past and embracing the present * Releasing old stories and welcoming clarity * Expanding into your full being and inner peace * Seeing yourself beyond limitations Feel free to come with your own or choose one of these mantras as a guide. **Meditation & Breathwork:** Center your energy and prepare for activation, connecting deeply to your intention. **Kundalini Activation:** Relax in Shavasana as energy flows through your body, releasing blocks, expanding channels, and awakening new frequencies for healing and embodiment. **Closing Integration:** Reflect, share, or simply allow the experience to settle within, anchoring your transformation. ### **What You Might Experience:** * A deep sense of relaxation and inner peace * Subtle or profound energy movements through the body * Emotional release, such as joy, tears, or laughter * Heightened awareness or spontaneous insights * A reconnection to your inner power and clarity ### **Who is This For?** Whether you're new to Kundalini practices or deeply immersed in your spiritual journey, this session meets you where you are. Every experience is unique, and all are welcome. ### **What to Bring:** * Comfortable clothing (white or light colors recommended) * Warm socks or layers for comfort during stillness * A sleeping mask or something to cover your eyes * Earplugs, if you're sensitive to sound, to adjust the environment to your comfort ### **Integration Tips:** The effects of this session may unfold over time, initiating shifts in awareness and energy. Create space afterward for stillness, journaling, or self-care to support integration. ### **About Sebastiaan:** Sebastiaan blends expertise in Kundalini practices, Reiki, intuitive energy healing, and movement-based modalities to hold a safe, supportive, and transformative space. His intuitive approach integrates ancient wisdom with modern understanding, empowering participants to reconnect with their inner healer. ### **Session Details:** **Duration:** 2 Hours **Location:** Dharma Studios Kreuzberg • Oranienstraße 189 • 2. Hof, 1.OG • 10999 Berlin • Second Hinterhof, through the tunnel and then on the right side. **Sliding Scale:** €44 / €66 [https://linktr.ee/Sebastiaanlefuce](https://linktr.ee/Sebastiaanlefuce) ### **Disclaimer:** This session complements your overall well-being but is not a substitute for medical treatment, therapy, or diagnosis. If you are under medical care, please consult your healthcare provider before participating. Participants with serious health conditions, such as heart issues, epilepsy, or severe mental health challenges, are encouraged to reach out beforehand to ensure a safe experience. **Stay up to date with new events, ecstatic dance, storytelling, healing journeys, energy practices, telegram groups, cacao ceremonies, mantra joy, and yoga:** [https://linktr.ee/Sebastiaanlefuce](https://linktr.ee/Sebastiaanlefuce "https://linktr.ee/Sebastiaanlefuce") **Much Love and Light,** **Sebastiaan**

Join us for our Saturday Evening Worship with Holy Communion—a service for night owls and anyone who needs a different rhythm for the weekend. Centered on John 9:1–41, we hear the story of Jesus healing the man born blind—and the deeper question it raises: what does it mean to truly see? This is a night for honest faith. Light breaks in, eyes open, and we’re confronted with the unsettling truth that sometimes the people most sure they “see” are the ones most resistant to grace. That’s not just then—it’s us. We all carry blind spots, assumptions, and ways of hiding from what we’d rather not face. In church, we name this because the Gospel isn’t denial; it’s illumination. Christ meets us in the dark and leads us toward what is real and freeing. We’ll gather in a old school liturgy, share Holy Communion, and enjoy warm fellowship afterward. All are welcome. We mean it: ALL are welcome!

Join us for a welcoming and reflective Saturday evening worship service in Engish. This service follows a classic liturgical form and includes Holy Communion, offering a meaningful and grounding way to end the week. The liturgy is a bit shorter than our Sunday service. After worship, stay for fellowship and conversation. Whether you are new to faith, returning after a long time, exploring Christianity, or deeply rooted in the tradition — you are truly welcome here. And when we say *all*, we mean **all**. Come as you are. You belong. We celebrate open communion, meaing all are wecome to recieve Holy Communion.

Hallo, es ist wieder so weit, der zweite Freitag im März ist schon diese Woche. Deshalb habe ich im Neffes am Freitag Abend für uns den hintere Bereich reserviert und ich freue mich schon, euch wieder persönlich zu sehen! Und hier der übliche Ankündigungstext: Unser zweimonatliches Treffen steht wieder an! An jedem zweiten Freitag eines ungeraden Monats treffen wir Selbstständige, Unternehmer und Freiberufler aus der IT uns wieder um 19:00 Uhr im Neffes. Bei einem gemütlichen Zusammensein werden wir uns über fast alle Themen unterhalten. Der Schwerpunkt liegt dabei auf den beruflichen Themen. Z. B. wie gehen andere mit den Kunden und deren Mitarbeitern um, was sind die neuesten Insider Infos von den verschiedenen Unternehmen, wie sieht es bei den anderen mit den Einsatzorten und Arbeitsbedingungen aus und vieles mehr. Es wird wie immer ein interessanter Abend mit einem umfangreichen Erfahrungsaustausch werden, der einen auch beruflich weiterbringt. Mit dem DBITS e.V. wollen wir die Anerkennung von IT-Freiberuflern in der Gesellschaft und Politik vorantreiben. Dort gibt es leider noch einen sehr großen Aufhol- und Aufklärungsbedarf und damit viel zu besprechen und zu erfahren. Des Weiteren bietet uns der Verein ein breites Netzwerk an Leuten mit den gleichen Zielen und Problemen. Aber wie gesagt, das Ziel ist ein schöner, informativer Abend, es gibt kein Mitgliederzwang. Nimm teil, ich freue mich schon auf Dich! Viele Grüße und eine gute Zeit bis zum nächsten Freitag!

There’s a peace and relaxation possible for everyone, that can occur with total ease, with a simple body process, called Access Bars ® Access Bar is like hitting the delete button on your computer’s hard drive. Negative thought patterns and mental chatter can be released and a space for peace, ease and new possibilities opens up. Best, everyone can learn this body process in a one day class. You can give the Bars® to your family and friends and to your clients. And of course you can let the Bars run also on yourself. Access Bars ® and Bodyprocess classes in English take place once a month, classes in German twice a month. Just ask for your desired date. Would this class be a contribution to your body, to your life, your business? Then I would like to have you in a one-day Access Bars. Consider this your invitation to a totally different paradigm for healing, change and transformation in all aspects of your life. The Access Bars class fee is 380 Euro, Practitioner License, Manual, Charts, food and drinks included. PLEASE NOTE THAT REGISTRATION IS ONLY POSSIBLE BY PHONE. For more information please visit my website: https://www.i-feel-so-good.de/home-en.html What happens in the brain during a Bars Session: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgGbFRjqQPk If you have any question or you want to book a session, do not hesitate to contact me. Once a week we have an Access Bars ® evening that gives you the opportunity to exchange the Bars® and to meet other practitioners. ®

He's back! The inventor of EventStorming is once again joining the Berlin Collaborative Modeling Meetup for an evening of massive learning, massive laughter, and no doubt a massive number of sticky notes. Here is the agenda: **Collaborative Reverse Roadmapping** We'll put future events on a timeline to build the future we want to happen and make it tactically sound. We'll leverage ideas from * EventStorming (surprise!) * Futurespective * Traditional planning And we'll explore a tool that will enable strategic planning and overcome deadlocks. This is a rare opportunity to spend time with a true thought leader in the DDD community and the person who contributed to the world the whole premise of our meetup. He's full of insights and stories, wit and wisdom, and we are lucky to have him drop by to share them with us. Don't miss this one! **Please do not RSVP if you do not intend to come. For this event only, we have to limit attendance.** As always, everyone is welcome. You don't need to be a software engineer to participate. In fact, it would be great to have more people who aren't software engineers. We're here to solve problems cross-functionally, not get into implementation details. As long as you care passionately about getting things right, then you belong here! This is a hands-on workshop. Be prepared to participate fully and add to the energy of the room. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Join the CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group for a dynamic afternoon of B2B networking! This event is perfect for professionals looking to expand their business connections, share insights, and foster collaboration within the community. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network in a supportive environment. Connect with like-minded individuals, explore potential partnerships, and discover new opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business network and take your career to the next level with CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group! We meet the 4th Monday of every month from 11am-1pm. Welcome and general networking from 11am - 11:30am with core meeting 11;30 - 12:30 and a final round of networking from 12:30 - 1pm.

Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way. In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents. In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding. What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025 Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows. **Speakers Bio:** Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale. [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/) Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry. Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation. https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/) **THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/ **DIRECTIONS** Franklin University Fisher Hall 300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8 Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map. NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

Builders, creators, architects, admins, consultants - come one, come all. This one's for you. We're bringing a little friendly competition to the Columbus ServiceNow community while highlighting the cool things people have built on the platform. Five presenters will take the stage to showcase something they've built, solved, designed, or imagined on the ServiceNow platform - and a panel of judges (plus YOU, our amazing audience) will score them live. So basically, America's Got Talent but make it ServiceNow's Got Talent. Bring a notepad if you'd like 'cause you'll definitely be learning something new. Each presenter gets 10 minutes max to wow the crowd with: • A demo • A real-world business solution • A bold idea • A UX transformation • Or a creative use of the platform Judging Criteria: 🏆 Business Value 🚀 Innovation ✨ User Experience This event is about celebrating ideas, sharing knowledge, and showing how ServiceNow can drive both business impact and meaningful user value. Come learn. Come support. Come get inspired. Refreshments and bites will be provided. And maybe next time… you’ll be on stage.

Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!! https://sessionize.com/cbus-hug-2026/

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.

Window functions have nothing to do with the Windows operating system but provide a “window” to a result set when used in SQL queries. They are powerful, set-based methods to view data in unexpected ways. Window functions provide easy, set-based solutions to solve some common problems: * Using running totals * Performing operations in intervals * Identifying data gaps and islands * Performing aggregates without losing detail Many people are confused by window functions and do not know how to use them properly. This session will explore window functions, how they work, and how to use them. Demonstrations with several examples will solidify how window functions can simplify queries and make them more powerful.

**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