Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT)

### THIS IS OUR RESCHEDULED FEB EVENT! ### \*\*\*\* What is The Hip Haus? \*\*\*\*The Hip Haus is an organization that exists to empower young and experienced professionals alike in the GTA and help the growth of local business. As professionals (especially post pandemic world) it is sometimes difficult to network with other like minded individuals, get good career advice or simply make connections with others you may be able to help or get help from. The Hip Haus is committed to providing social gatherings in an atmosphere where such networking can take place. \*\*\*\* Who Should Attend? \*\*\*\*The Hip Haus events are ***19+***. The focus however is the growth and development of professionals in the GTA. It doesn’t matter if you are a business owner, have a job, are looking for a job, recently graduated university/college, still in university/college, looking for others to launch a new idea or just want to meet other professionals, our events are for you. Remember that Industry is Industry. One is not better than the other to The Hip Haus. We are expecting a diverse range of industry professionals. Our events in clude professionals from Tech & AI to Entrepreneurs, Musicians, Artists, Bankers, I.T Professionals, Accountants, Investors, Advertising/Marketing Professionals, Bloggers, Authors, Lawyers, Doctors, Dentists (This List Can Clearly Go On). ALL ARE WELCOME! \*\*\*\* What to Expect at Our Events? \*\*\*\*Bring Business cards or have your LinkedIn QR code at the ready. Networking! That is the key to these events. Sure it can be a great place to hang out and have a beer with a few friends but it is important to come with an open mind to meet new people and make new connections. Build your network of friends/colleagues/advisors to help yourself as well as them. The Hip Haus wants the professionals of the GTA to come together to help foster personal and professional development. \*\*\*\* Dress Code! \*\*\*\*This is a tricky one. There is NO strict dress code but remember this; you are meeting professionals in an informal manner and we all know first impressions last forever. Come dressed in a way that would allow you to be comfortable and professional according to your industry. Consider This…would a professional musician/artist necessarily dress the same as an investment banker at work? Be who you are or who you want to be. #YoungProfessionalsNetworking #ProfessionalsNetworking #EntrepreneurNetworking #FounderEvents #FounderNetworking #AINetworkingToronto #TechNetworkingEvents #YoungProfessionalsAI #EntrepreneursAI #AIandTechToronto #NetworkingEventsGTA #IssabellsToronto **\*\* Let's Get Social!\*\*** WEB: [www.thehiphaus.com](http://www.thehiphaus.com/ "http://www.thehiphaus.com/") [INSTAGRAM](m/thehiphaus/ "m/thehiphaus/") \| [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/thehiphaus "https://www.facebook.com/thehiphaus") \| [TWITTER](https://twitter.com/thehiphaus "https://twitter.com/thehiphaus")

**RSVP Link** - [https://luma.com/qhj60bys](https://luma.com/qhj60bys) **TorontoAI Pitch Night** is an evening dedicated to early-stage founders building AI-driven startups who are looking to validate their ideas, sharpen their pitch, and connect with potential seed investors, angels, and ecosystem partners. This event creates a safe, founder-first space where builders can present what they’re working on, get candid feedback, and start real conversations around funding, traction, and next steps. What to Expect * **Founder Pitches** Selected early-stage startups (pre-seed to seed) will pitch their ideas, products, or MVPs to a live audience of investors, operators, and fellow founders. * **Live Feedback & Q&A** Each pitch is followed by constructive feedback from experienced investors, operators, and AI practitioners—focused on clarity, market fit, and execution. * **Investor & Operator Presence** The audience includes angel investors, VCs, startup advisors, and senior leaders from AI, cloud, data, and product organizations. * **Networking with Purpose** Stick around after the pitches to connect with investors, mentors, potential co-founders, and early customers. Here’s a **clear, application-ready section** you can add to the event page or directly reuse in the **pitch application form**. It sets expectations without discouraging early founders. *** ## Who Can Pitch at TorontoAI Pitch Night TorontoAI Pitch Night is focused on **early-stage, execution-oriented startups** that are actively working toward their first institutional or angel investment. Eligibility Criteria To apply for a pitch slot, startups must meet the following requirements: 1\. Stage & Funding Goals * Early-stage startups (Pre-Seed to Seed) * Actively raising a **seed round between $10K – $100K** * Clear plan for how the initial capital will be used (product, GTM, hiring, infrastructure, etc.) 2\. Product Readiness Applicants **must have at least one of the following**: * A working **MVP** * A live **demo** * A functional **mockup or prototype** (Figma, clickable demo, recorded walkthrough, etc.) > *Idea-only pitches without any form of prototype or demo will not be accepted.* 3\. Pitch Materials \(Required\) Startups must submit: * **Pitch Deck** (PDF or link) Recommended: Problem, Solution, Market, Product, Traction, Business Model, Team, Ask * **Product Demo / Mockup Link** (Live URL, video demo, or design prototype) * **Brief Startup Summary** What you’re building, who it’s for, and why now 4\. Founder Commitment * At least **one founder must be present** to pitch in person * Founders should be prepared for **live Q&A and feedback** 5\. Focus Areas \(Preferred\, Not Mandatory\) While all strong startups are welcome, preference may be given to teams building in: * AI */ML* GenAI * Data & Analytics * Developer Tools * Cloud & Infrastructure * Healthcare, FinTech, Enterprise AI, or AI-powered SaaS *** ## Pitch Selection Process * **All applications will be reviewed** by the TorontoAI organizing team * Startups will be selected based on: * Clarity of problem and solution * Product readiness * Market opportunity * Founder insight and execution potential * Selected teams will be notified prior to the event with pitch format and timing details

We're back with the first event of 2026! Here’s the February 2026 edition of our Tech Talk event at Super.com on February 24, 2026 Join us for some drinks, snacks, and Tech Talks. Make sure to mark your calendars and come out and join us for this event! ** Agenda & Schedule ✨** * 18:00 - Doors open * 18:20 - Intro and announcements * 18:30 - **Brief History of NPM Supply Chain Attacks in Year 2025** by **[Emily Xiong](https://www.linkedin.com/in/xiongemi/)** *Abstract*: We'll be going over 4 supply chain attack incidents from 2025, break down the history, the technical details of "Patient 0," and how we can protect our pipelines moving forward. * 19:00 - **Vector Embeddings and Cosine Similarity** by **[Dev Shah](https://www.linkedin.com/in/busycaesar)** *Abstract*: In NLP, text is converted into tokens and then into vectors (number lists) that capture meaning. This talk explains how these vectors work as points in multi-dimensional space and how cosine similarity compares them. Basic vector math and trig knowledge is helpful. * 19:30 - Networking * 21:00 - Doors Close (**Note**: *All times in the schedule are an approximation.*) Please RSVP to confirm your attendance. If you have your friends or teammates joining please ask them to RSVP as well. This event is open to all skill levels. Many thanks to [Super.com](Super.com) for hosting us! We're looking for sponsors for events like these. If you or your company would like to support TorontoJS and get a message out to our community, please get in touch with organizers@torontojs.com The Code of Conduct is enforced at all TorontoJS events and spaces - online or in-person. TorontoJS is a volunteer-led not-for-profit organization. **Please help us** with tidying up. Otherwise, the venue staff and volunteers will have to pick up after you. *TorontoJS is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all. Our Code of Conduct applies both online and in person at all our events and spaces.* See you there!

This is a ticketed event. Please register at [this link](https://luma.com/k344dsfj). [​Kathrin Gardhouse](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathrin-gardhouse-988691175/?originalSubdomain=ca) will present on her recent paper with the same title that discusses various governance challenges that AI agents pose and the adequacy of the EU AI Act's response to these challenges, including the institutional implementation, ie, the self-regulation approach, distributed enforcement, and institutional capacity and resourcing. ​​**Event Schedule** 6:00 to 6:30 - Food and introductions 6:30 to 7:30 - Presentation and Q&A 7:30 to 9:00 - Open Discussions ​​​If you can't attend in person, join our live stream starting at 6:30 pm via [this link](https://www.youtube.com/@Trajectory-Labs/live). ​​​This is part of our weekly [AI Policy Tuesdays](https://luma.com/trajectory-labs?k=c) series. Join us in examining questions like: * ​​​How should AI development be regulated? * ​​​What are the economic and social implications of widespread automation? * ​​​How do we balance innovation with safety considerations? * ​​​What governance structures are needed for safer AI?

**A Special Event!** Join Hae Kwang Sunim Bad Stress Out "Inner Peace" Qigong - Don't Miss It! **THIS IS NOT LIKE ANY OTHER QI-GONG YOU EVER EXPERIENCED** Class also Includes full lying down guided Inner Peace Qigong. Join Community - lets connect and grow the Inner Life Training. **Experience the healing and stillness of Inner Peace Qigong. Also learn essential mind-body tools for the Inner Life.** **Location - Merritt & Niagara St. Welland.** **Required:** **Contact Sunim to register (text 416-797-7553 or email to [innerpeaceqigong@icloud.com](mailto:innerpeaceqigong@icloud.com))** **Investment: Only $17.70 + hst ($20.00\*\*)** **Location - Merritt & Niagara St. Welland.** **Required:** **Contact Sunim to register (text 416-797-7553 or email to innerpeaceqigong@icloud.com)** **Investment: Only $17.70 + hst ($20.00\*\*)** **Benefits of attending this class** \*\*\*Soft 'Inner Peace' Qigong leads to the deep release of dis--ease / stress and the restoring of ones energy channels and the infusion of fresh Qi and Peace through the body (reconnection to the Universal Qi field). About Inner Peace Qigong **"HARMONIZE" - "DESTRESS" and "RECHARGE"** We invite you to a great class which includes Zen Qigong, "Experiential" Qi Energy infusion and healing instruction, Meditation and more. This class also includes a soft, flowing series of Tao In, Deep Breathing, Relaxation and an amazing stress reduction closing and meditation that will leave you floating out of the class. The energy healing components of the classes are taught at Zen Temples in Korea that specialize in martial arts. This class by Hae Kwang Sunim is considered the ultimate stress reducer. All are welcome!! \*\*What to Bring A yoga mat and anything else that will make you comfortable for this class. A friend! Note: We have extra yoga mats, blankets, etc., but we recommend bringing a yoga mat to place over ours for optimal 'Inner Qigong' comfort. We supply use of meditation chairs and blankets (please arrive 15 minutes early). Class Benefits Include: Reduced stress level / deepening mind-body connection, improved blood pressure, massaging of all organs of the body, reduced anxiety and depression, relieving chronic pain, improved balance and coordination, improved sleep quality (such as staying asleep longer at night and feeling more alert during the day), strengthen mind awareness and inner peace, vitality, and everyday physical functioning. UNDERSTANDING Bad Stress Out "Inner Peace" ZEN QIGONG Health = A Balanced Flow Of Qigong The health of our body is dependent upon a clear, strong and balanced flow of Chi through the Sen Lines. Since qigong practice accomplishes just this, it should come as no surprise that the benefits of qigong (also spelled “Chi Kung”) practice extend to every physical system of our bodies, as well as to the mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of our Being. Physical Benefits of Qigong Practice: Qigong practice makes the body strong and supple. It improves balance, stamina and flexibility. It has positive effects on the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, and immune and central nervous systems. It tends to create smooth skin, and a pleasant feeling of deep warmth within the body. It increases sexual vitality, and allows our sleep-time to be more deep and restorative. Over time, qigong practice can reduce or eliminate chronic pain. It also has the power to reverse the aging process, and restore youthfulness. Emotional Benefits: The smooth and balanced flow of Qi created by qigong practice shows itself as a joyful, relaxed, optimistic and energized state of mind. While the emotional energies of anger, fear, anxiety or grief still may arise, they will be much less “sticky” – and be held and then dissolved within the larger field of joy, gratitude, acceptance and equanimity. Mental & Spiritual Benefits of Qigong: The abundance of clarified energy and mental stillness generated by qigong practice supports great mental clarity, and nourishes both intuition and creativity. As our intelligence becomes rooted in a connection to the inner body, it widens and deepens in increasingly wonderful ways. As we deepen in our qigong practice, we become aware of more subtle realms of Being, and begin to experience, directly, our interconnectedness with All-That-Is. As acclaimed cardiovascular surgeon Dr. Mehmet Oz, vice-chair and professor of surgery at Columbia University and director of the Cardiovascular Institute and Complementary Medicine Program at New York–Presbyterian Hospital writes in his best selling book ‘Staying Young’: “Qigong allows us to cope with the day to day struggle of being human – it can help us stretch and stay loose and balanced in both mind and body.” On the Oprah Winfrey show in November he simply put it this way, "If you want to be healthy and live to be 100, do Qigong." He also added that Qigong reverses the aging process. Parts of P.K.Z.Q. are modeled off of the Mind-Body Wellness Program taught at the Stress Reduction Clinic at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center. The mindfulness based stress reduction meditation techniques come from Dr. Jongmae Park of Loyola Marymount University. During P.K.Z.Q., cares and troubles wash away. Replacing them are positive images, increased confidence and peace of mind. Near the end of each class the goal is for participants to attain the full ‘relaxation response’ and it’s that response that helps release the feel good endorphins. Why is this important? Endorphins encourage white blood cells and white blood cells help the body fight infection and disease. According to Dr. Benson, “repeated activation of the relaxation response can reverse sustained problems in the body and mend the internal wear and tear brought on by stress.” (Ref: Center for Women’s Healthcare, Weil Medical College of Cornell University.) "When the mind is trained, quieted, then room is created for our brightness, our True Self to shine through. The nature of True Self IS positive, loving, witnessing, unmoved in the moving. No positive affirmation can deliver the depth of contentment, of joy that already exists, that comes forward from True Self. The more we connect with it, the more it grows through us. In such an environment, the body has comfort, hurry sickness and chasing to 'fix' what we 'thought' we were collapses. The nervous system can finally rest - Stillness. From this place, the body will not easily fall prey to disease." - Hae Kwang Sunim ** Stay connected beyond our gatherings** **Between classes and events, we share reflections, short teachings, inspiration, and gentle reminders to return to presence, balance, and inner peace on Facebook and Instagram.** **You’re warmly invited to join us here:** **Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/innerpeaceqigong **Instagram:** https://www.instagram.com/inner_peace_qigong Questions? Email us at innerpeaceqigong@icloud.com --- About The Teacher: Hae Kwang Sunim started training at the age of 18 in Thailand. He has taken full seminary and in temple training, with graduated ordinations (including Bhikkhu ordination) under Patriarch Kun Sunim in South Korea. He spent over 25 years distilling the deepest and hardest to grasp teachings into a simplified language so it can be taught and effectively applied directly in daily life. In 2005 (2549), the 19th Headquarters in Korea appointed Venerable Hae Kwang as Director of Bo Kwang Zen Center Palm Springs, U.S.A. In 2013, the Western Bhikkhus Council nominated Hae Kwang Sunim 교구장 Kyo Goo Jahng of all American-European Temples (closest english translation: North American-European Oversight Head / Bishop / Director). Qigong and Mind-Body Training Hae Kwang Sunim drew from the most effective mind-body teachings he acquired from studying under different teachers in the East, including the teachings of Wat Bua Luang in Thailand. The methodology is based on the ancient Eastern principles of Hai Palung (Energy Healing), Pon Klie Kwan Sow (Emotional Release), Meditation, Food Based Healing and the importance of compassion, gratitude, oneness, outreach and the need to support the whole person holistically - body, mind and spirit.

\*\*This is a paid event, please register via our Luma Page. You need to have a ticket in order to attend this event: [https://luma.com/health-toronto-feb-24-2026](https://luma.com/health-toronto-feb-24-2026) **Health Toronto is where innovation, impact, and collaboration converge to shape the future of healthcare.** Join us for an evening that brings together the city’s brightest minds in healthtech, biotech, life sciences, and care delivery. From startup founders and clinicians to investors and policy leaders, this event gathers a diverse community passionate about solving the most pressing challenges in health. ​Through insightful talks, founder stories, and curated networking, we’ll explore how emerging technologies, data, and design are transforming how we access, experience, and deliver care. Whether you're building the next breakthrough medical solution, investing in health innovation, or rethinking care systems. TechTO is more than just great content - it’s a community. Expect plenty of networking opportunities to meet like-minded peers, exchange ideas, and spark collaborations that could take your business or career to the next level. **Featured speakers:** [Anne Forsyth](https://www.linkedin.com/in/akankshaforsyth/), Director of Clinical Applications and Decision Support at [Women’s College Hospital](http://www.womenscollegehospital.ca/) [Mary Aglipay](https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryaglipay/) Co-Founder at [Pippen AI](https://pippen.ai/) **More speakers will be announced soon, stay tuned!**

What to expect Connect. Create. Meet Your Tribe. Network with creatives and professionals from diverse industries in one inspiring evening. Join us for an evening of meaningful connections, bold ideas, and new collaborations. The Creatives & Professionals Social is a networking experience designed for professionals and creatives across diverse industries from beauty, entrepreneurs, entertainment, finance to wellness, and everything in between. Whether you're looking to build business relationships, discover collaboration opportunities, or simply expand your professional circle, this is the space where conversations spark innovation and inspiration. Target Audience Film, TV & Production Directors, Actors, Filmmakers, Producers, Screenwriters, Editors, Talent Managers Music, Performing Arts & Entertainment Musicians, DJs, Singers, Dancers, Songwriters, Theatre Performers Fashion, Photography & Media Models, Photographers, Fashion Creatives, Media Creators Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Gamers, Streamers, Esports Players, Game Developers Digital Content & Social Media Content Creators, Influencers, Bloggers, Podcasters Visual Arts & Design Artists, Illustrators, Painters, Visual Designers ‍♀️ Beauty, Health & Wellness Makeup Artists, Hairstylists, Personal Trainers, Therapists, Wellness Coaches Entrepreneurship & Leadership Entrepreneurs, Founders, Business Owners, Executives Technology & Digital Tech & IT, Al, Engineering, SEO, Digital Marketing Operations & Commerce Operations Managers, Retail, E-Commerce, Supply Chain & Logistics Finance, Real Estate & Construction Finance Professionals, Real Estate, Construction, Property Development Healthcare & Skilled Professions Medical & Healthcare Professionals, Skilled Trades Education & Language Services Educators, Trainers, Language Tutors Why Attend? * Build valuable professional relationships * Discover hidden job opportunities * Explore partnership opportunities * Create long lasting meaningful connections * Drinks and baked goods available for purchase Dress Code: Business Casual / Creative Professional Bring: Business cards, open minds, and good energy Meet like minded individuals, collaborate, build meaningful connections, and expand your network at the Creatives & Professionals Social. Get your tickets now, limited tickets available. Follow us on Instagram, Tik Tok, and Youtube @thenetworkingevents. Stay tuned for upcoming events, giveaways, and future experiences. Get your ticket now on Eventbrite! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/creatives-professionals-social-meet-your-tribe-networking-event-tickets-1982370376159/?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1

**Important:** Register on the [event website ](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026022707)is required for admission.(RSVP is turned off on meetup) **Description:** Join Google Cloud for the agentic AI bootcamp to learn how to build production-ready AI and multimodal agents. **The ‘Next’ – Capturing Innovation** The era of the text-only chatbot is evolving. Focus on the bleeding edge of AI: Multimodality. We’ll explore how to build intelligent agents that can see, hear, and respond to the world in real-time, creating immersive experiences that feel more human than ever before. **What to Expect:** * \- Multimodal Gemini Agents: Coordinate agents to analyze video and audio while maintaining character consistency across multi\-turn image generation\. * \- Intelligence Beyond RAG: Move past simple retrieval with hybrid search\, context engineering\, and multi\-agent pipelines\. * \- Real\-Time Live Interaction: Build low\-latency\, interruptible agents that "see" and "hear" using the Gemini Live API and bidirectional streaming\. **Who Should Attend?** This hands-on workshop is designed for software developers, data scientists, and AI practitioners who have some experience building applications or working with models, and are looking to productionize them. To get the most out of the labs, you should have foundational knowledge of a programming language like Python and be comfortable using the command-line interface. While expertise is not required, a basic understanding of Cloud computing concepts, web APIs, and containerization technology like Docker will be highly beneficial. To participate, you must bring your own laptop and power cable. The activities are intended for laptops and cannot be completed on a tablet or phone. Venue: Waterloo, Canada (register full the full address)

HAPPY FEBRUARY everyone ! Welcome to our new location : The Urban House Kitchen & Bar on Queen St East! If you're available, please join us on the SECOND FLOOR of Urban House Kitchen & Bar, for your favourite Film and TV Networking evenings. Rain, Shine or Blizzard, WE WILL BE THERE! AND THERE WILL BE PRESENTS :D Of course, if you feel sick, have a fever, a cough, or don't feel comfortable with attending such an event post COVID times, please, don't put yourself and others in a bad position, and wait for the next one, because there will always be a next one. :D Bring your smiles and business cards! See you there ! DISCLAIMER : The organizers are not responsible for the potential stupid behaviour of some people, and you and us know that there is always a possibility of these happening, so by RSVPing to this event, you assume all responsibility and won't be able to hold the organizers responsible if anything happens that is related to your decision of attending. ================ FREEZEBRUARY Toronto Film and TV Industry Social Evening Thursday, Feb26th 2026, 6PM The SECOND FLOOR at Urban House Kitchen & Bar 718 Queen St E. Toronto, ON M4M 1H2

**Program and Build a NLP (Natural Language Processing) Solution with Azure AI Foundry** This session demonstrates how to build an end-to-end Natural Language Processing (NLP) solution using Microsoft Azure AI Foundry, based on a real hands-on project. It walks through designing an NLP workflow, selecting and configuring foundation models, applying prompt engineering techniques along with model fine-tuning, and structuring the solution for scalability and real-world use. Attendees will see real architecture decisions, code examples, and lessons learned from implementing NLP solutions on Azure. **Speaker: Kaan Turgut** Kaan Turgut is a passionate tech professional who loves turning cutting-edge ideas into reality. As a Hybrid Cloud Solution Architect with deep expertise in the cloud, DevOps and AI, Kaan thrives on designing scalable cloud solutions, building smart AI-driven applications, and streamlining development workflows. His mission? Helping organizations unlock the full potential of the cloud to drive innovation and growth. But Kaan’s impact goes beyond code and infrastructure. He’s a huge believer in the idea that “you get as much as you give.” That’s why he’s always sharing his knowledge with the tech community—whether it’s through mentoring up-and-coming developers, hosting hands-on workshops, or speaking at industry events. He’s even on YouTube, sharing tips, tutorials, and insights to help others grow. For Kaan, it’s all about making a meaningful impact on the ecosystem and the lives of those around him. Want to explore how cloud and AI can transform your business? Or just swap ideas and stories? Reach out to Kaan—he’d love to connect! **Schedule:** 6:00 - 6:30 - Meet 'n Greet with Pizza and Pop 6:30 - 6:45 - Introduction and Welcome 6:45 - 7:45 - Main Presentation 7:45 - 8:00 - Closing and Prize Draw (You're not going to want to miss this prize!!) 8:00 - ? - (Optional - whoever would like to join) Continue our conversations at Bar 6ix, 201 City Centre Drive (3 minute walk) **Where to Find Us** Room 204 in the Hazel McCallion Central Library. 2nd Level. **Parking** There is a parking garage under the library. Parking is free from 6PM on.

A technical evening exploring two critical dimensions of autonomous AI: the infrastructure powering it and the frameworks keeping it secure. [RSVP on Luma ](https://luma.com/yps2pw1f) **Part One: Plumbing for the Gigafactories in the AI Era** How networking is done for AI, how it's evolving, and the infrastructure challenges emerging at scale. **Part Two: Secure and Safe Autonomous AI** As AI systems grow more capable and independent, how do we maintain control? Talks on security architecture, safety frameworks, and the governance decisions shaping what comes next. **What to expect:** * 4 Technical talks with breaks for discussion * Real-world perspectives from infrastructure and security experts * Networking with engineers, builders, and technical leaders and the community that cares. **Admission:** $10 Contribution (Complimentary for Students, Seniors, and Job Seekers) As a non-profit, your ticket purchase directly supports our mission to provide equitable access to AI education and resources for the entire community. **Presented by:** NovaForge AI Venture Lab: A non-profit incubator and accelerator in a 50,000-sq-ft Canadian Innovation Hub & Co-working Centre, pairing world-class mentorship, capital access, and deep resources to turn bold ideas into enduring businesses. [https://novaforge.ca](https://novaforge.ca)

Living On Video + DJ Lazarus presents **Sat Feb 28 - PANIC: 80s/90s Video Dance Party w/ THE SMITHS Spotlight** ADVANCED TIX $10: https://PANICsmithsspotlight.eventbrite.ca PANIC is a brilliant evening of new wave, post-punk, classic alternatives, synth pioneers, britpop, shoegaze, madchester, new romantic, classic industrial, ska, and more. Join hundreds of your friends dancing to the coolest retro tunes at PANIC. Saturday February 28, 2026 PANIC: 80s/90s Video Dance Party w/ THE SMITHS Spotlight Ground Control - 1279 Queen St West - Toronto @groundcontroltoronto Lounge 9pm - Mainroom 10pm 19+ event Adv. Tix ONLY $10: https://PANICsmithsspotlight.eventbrite.ca $15 at the door INVITE: www.facebook.com/events/906531455595436/ (please INVITE your friends) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- SOCIAL: www.instagram.com/groundcontroltoronto www.facebook.com/livingonvideoclub www.facebook.com/djlazarusrocks www.twitch.tv/livingonvideoclub www.mixcloud.com/livingonvideo www.instagram.com/djlazarusrocks www.twitter.com/djlazarusrocks

Most Java developers have tried AI-assisted coding through chat interfaces or inline autocomplete. Useful — but limited. In this talk, we’ll explore the next step: agentic Java development using Claude Code. Instead of treating AI as a smarter text box, we’ll look at what changes when the model can reason across files, plan multi-step changes, interact with tools, and operate closer to how real developers work. This will be a practical, experience-driven session focused on: • How agentic coding differs from ChatGPT-style prompting and traditional Copilot usage • Where Claude Code fits (and where it doesn’t) in real Java projects • How tools, context, and workflows matter more than “prompt tricks” • How to avoid unstructured vibe coding while still moving faster No prior experience with agentic tools is required. The goal isn’t to sell a silver bullet — it’s to help Java developers understand what’s genuinely new, what’s hype, and how these tools can be used responsibly in real-world codebases. **About the venue** Free Times Cafe has bistro-style seating and a full food and drink menu. Please consider helping to support the venue by planning to have supper during the talk. **Speaker Bio** Victor Szoltysek is a seasoned consultant and technologist, currently at RAVL, where he helps clients eliminate the inefficiencies of undifferentiated heavy lifting and focus on building solutions that drive real business value for their customers. With a career spanning notable organizations like Accenture, Pivotal, and ThoughtWorks, as well as numerous startups, Victor brings a wealth of experience in cloud transformations, DevOps enablement, and Agile software development. A dedicated Java enthusiast with a sharp eye for cutting-edge technologies, Victor’s work frequently intersects with AWS, where he strives to streamline workflows and help teams leverage the cloud without unnecessary complexity. Recently, he’s also ventured into the dynamic world of artificial intelligence, exploring ways to make programming more engaging, efficient, and rewarding. Victor is known for his humorous and sometimes controversial presentation style, ensuring lively discussions and thought-provoking takeaways. His disdain for overly complex tech solutions drives his mission to simplify the way we build and deploy software. Whether he’s sharing insights about Java, AWS, or AI, Victor’s talks are as energizing and satisfying as your favorite cup of coffee. Don’t miss his unique blend of wit, wisdom, and deep technical expertise at our meetup!

Connected Westerville Night of Networking flips the script on networking, with surprises and connections that'll make you say, "Who knew networking could be this much fun?!"

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

Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration! This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired. **New to electronics or curious about tinkering?** You’re absolutely welcome. If you’re a beginner and want to experiment, I’ll have a couple of starter kits available so you can try things out—whether that’s blinking your first LED, putting something on a display, or experimenting with simple sensors. No pressure and no experience required—just an interest in learning and building. While we continue to pursue a more permanent venue for this Meetup, we’ll be using public library facilities based on availability. This session will be at the Worthington Park Library in the Olentangy Meeting Room.

Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration! This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired. (NOTICE - Location change!) This session will be at the Karl Road Branch of the Columbus Library in the Conference Room 2.

Come check us out! You will have a wonderful time! The music and friendships are life-changing!

Join the Columbus AI community for our quarterly gathering — a casual, community-focused evening where everyone has a chance to share, learn, and connect. These open mic–style events give anyone in the community up to **5 minutes** to present a project, share a tool, pose a question, or offer a perspective on the evolving AI space. No slides required — just a welcoming space to exchange ideas and keep the local AI conversation moving. If you’d like to take the stage, message **Chris (the organizer)** with a **title and short description** of what you’d like to share. Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus. Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services)

**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 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit: From Intent to Implementation* Spec-driven development flips the traditional workflow on its head: instead of code being the source of truth, the specification becomes the backbone of design, collaboration, and delivery. In this session, we’ll explore how GitHub Spec-Kit enables teams to treat specifications as first-class artifacts—living documents that drive architecture, implementation, and verification. You’ll learn how Spec-Kit helps teams clearly express intent using structured, version-controlled specs that live alongside code. We’ll walk through a practical workflow that starts with defining system behavior and constraints, then progressively refines those specs into testable, automatable outcomes. Along the way, we’ll show how specs can reduce ambiguity, improve cross-functional collaboration, and make design decisions explicit before a single line of production code is written. This talk will cover: --What spec-driven development is (and what it isn’t) --How GitHub Spec-Kit fits into modern developer workflows --Using specs to align product, engineering, and AI-assisted development --Real-world examples of turning specs into implementations with confidence Whether you’re building greenfield systems, integrating AI into your stack, or trying to reduce costly rework, spec-driven development offers a scalable way to move faster without sacrificing clarity. Attendees will leave with concrete patterns and a clear mental model for adopting GitHub Spec-Kit in their own projects. **YouTube Link** TBA