Independent Game Development

**We are back. And by popular demand: We are finally doing this on a Friday!** For Event #4, we’re flipping the script. Forget the best practices. This time, we're focusing on **worst practices.** We’ll dissect real business failures through three lenses: legal, psychological, and marketing. Decisions that looked smart on paper, passed approval, and still detonated. We’ll revisit familiar disasters like **Theranos** and **Fyre Festival**, then go deeper into lesser-known, more uncomfortable cases and even scandals including global brand implosions and local examples like **Shrooly**. **This isn’t about laughing at failure.** It’s about understanding how smart teams convince themselves bad ideas are good ones, and learning how to spot the moment everything starts going wrong. **The Agenda & What You'll Learn** Three angles, one goal: Make sure you don't end up on this list next year. * **17:45:** Arrive, grab a drink (it's Friday!), and connect. * **18:00 – 18:15: How NOT to run your business (legal angle).** We look at the structural red flags that sink ships. From the valuation hallucinations of **WeWork** to the **Honey scam** and local hardware flops like **Shrooly**. We’ll cover how to mismanage cash, ignore the law, and implode your company from the inside out. * **18:15 – 18:30: How NOT to gain customers (marketing angle).** “There’s no such thing as bad publicity” is how this always starts. Then the backlash hits. We’ll break down campaigns that went viral for all the wrong reasons - from **Pepsi and Bumble** to **Bud Light and Apple** \- unpacking how rebrands\, stunts\, and culture\-driven ads cross the line from attention to alienation\, and how brands lose their audience because of some 'viral' ideas\. * **18:30 – 18:35:** **🎁** A super secret surprise * **18:35 – 18:50: How NOT to handle customers (psychological angle).** Users don’t leave when something breaks, instead they leave when something feels off. We’ll explore dark UX patterns, manipulative design, and behavioral shortcuts that quietly cross ethical lines from **friend.com** to platforms that optimized engagement until users turned hostile. This is how loyal users become your loudest critics. * **18:50 – 19:00:** A very special announcement * **19:00 – 20:00:** Genuine networking & conversations with quality food and drinks. * **20:00 onwards:** We are heading to a nearby bar. Since **nobody** has work tomorrow, we expect the conversation to go late. **Who Is This For?** This is for freelancers, digital nomads, and founders in Budapest who want to disaster-proof their work. Join a community of curious, open-minded people for an honest conversation. No corporate fluff, just genuine connections. If you want actionable takeaways on what *not* to do, this is for you. **Location** We'll be hosting at the fantastic **KLUSTER Coworking** space. **The Legal Bit** Our imaginary lawyers (who are currently panicking about this event topic) wanted us to mention that we'll be taking some photos. By attending, you consent to this. Thanks for reading, see you on **the 20th**! Bence & Marguerite & Nándi

Fedezd fel Budapest egyik legizgalmasabb rejtett udvarát az Astoria közelében! A Paloma Artspace egy 19. századi, neoreneszánsz épület belső udvarában működő alkotói közösség, ahol hazai tervezők és iparművészek dolgoznak. Az 60 perces vezetett séta során megismerheted az épület építésének és 130 évének izgalmas történetét, 🕒 Időpontok: 15:30 17:00 📍 Helyszín: 1053 Budapest, Kossuth Lajos utca 14–16 (1 perc sétára az Astoria M2 és a Ferenciek tere M3 megállótól) 🎟 A program ingyenes, de előzetes regisztráció szükséges: 👉 https://forms.gle/XawRDg91xPa4isTE7

Egy péntek délután, ami az alkotásról és a felfedezésről szól. A Paloma crAfternoon során több bemutatóteremben 5–10 perces mini workshopokkal várunk a belváros szívében, egy rejtett udvarban. A programok között: • természetes fürdősó készítés • bőr kulcstartó készítés • filc kokárda • fa unikornis kitűző • illatkerék játék 🕒 Időpont: 15:00–19:00 között folyamatosan 📍 Helyszín: Paloma Artspace (Astoria/Ferenciek tere mellett) 🎟 A részvétel ingyenes, de a korlátozott alapanyagok miatt előzetes regisztráció szükséges: 👉 https://forms.gle/c6dpi9cdswG6zV5b8 További információ a weboldalunkon: https://www.palomaartspace.hu/crafternoon

FlowDan’s Mix is a Latin-inspired dance party workout. High energy, easy-to-follow choreographies, and nonstop good vibes! Each class has a theme we dance through, plus one song where we drop the steps and enjoy pure free dance. Class fee: 2500 Huf 5 class pass: 10000 Huf

Join me to practice dynamic power yoga in Budapest! English-speaking classes held at [Sanctuary yoga studio](https://www.sanctuary.hu/). Every Friday at 6:30pm. Open to all levels. Move, Sweat & Connect. **Book your spot [here.](https://www.sanctuary.hu/booking-calendar/friday-power-yoga-18-30-en?referral=service_list_widget)** Location: Budapest, Bercsényi u. 5, 1111 Instagram: [theinner.drishti](https://www.instagram.com/theinner.drishti/)

Join us for a fun and creative workshop where we’ll explore the vibrant combination of oil pastels and watercolor to create stunning floral paintings! 🌸🎨 In this 1.5-hour session, you’ll learn how to blend these two mediums to create expressive textures and lively compositions. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this workshop will offer a relaxing and inspiring space to experiment with color and form. You will go home with your very own art creation, ready to be framed and displayed! **💰 Price: 5500 Ft** All materials are provided—just bring your creativity! 🌿✨

We meet at **05:45 AM** (**Gellért Hill**) for a small, low-volume **synthwave / retrowave / ambient** sunrise hang. Coffee or wine in hand, neon-coded accessories welcome, friendships are to be made. This isn’t a party; it’s a shared moment, music, conversation, and Budapest waking up. **Who should join:** Music lovers, sunrise people, photographers, internationals & locals who enjoy calm vibes and good talk. **How it works:** * **RSVP to get the exact pin** (capacity **20**) * **One speaker provided, please don’t bring yours** * 60–90 min flow: ambient → lift at first light * Optional group photo + coffee walk after **Bring:** blanket, coffee/wine, warm layer, subtle 80s/neon touch. **Vibe & etiquette:** quiet & considerate, **leave no trace**, no litter, no drones at dawn, respect neighbors/sleepers. **Lore:** Rumor says the host is a friendly **cyborg** powered by synths and caffeine. Come verify.

Hey everyone, here we go again with our next event on Saturday! I will host this session, so please follow my instructions! 🙏 IMPORTANT NOTE: Free Cancellation is only until Friday, 18:00 PM. If you cancel after that without noticing the host, You must pay the fee to compensate the court and shuttlecock. WAITLISTED ATTENDEES: If you are in the WAITLIST but you decided to come, there will be an extra payment as part of the punishment. The amount of Payment should be 1,000 HUF extra. Level of expectation : intermediate - advanced Venue: HODOS TAMAS Badminton Hall Our venue does not provide rackets, which means that you'll have to bring your own racket! There are 3 courts booked for us for 2 hours from 18:00 till 20:00. Showers and changing rooms are available! Extra Note Attendance fee: We will divide the court fee by the number of people showing up. However, in certain circumstance, when the number of people cannot is less than and equal to 12, The Host deserve to contact the people who canceled after the time designated cancellation time. The expected fee is usually around 2000-3000 HUF per person. Payment is done at the court. or The host will reach you out via meetup chat. !!!Last but not least: if you have signed up but cannot make it for some reason, just take a minute to sign off, RSVP = no. This is to help those who are on the waiting list and want to play. The cancellation time with non-sick reason should be 18 hours before the session. In case you are not feeling well on the session day, please kindly contact the host via comment or privately message him/her with the direct message feature maximum 3 hours before the session. Looking forward to seeing you! cheers, Yoga Liability: The participation happens on own risk. There is no liability for any accidents, thefts or damages from the organizer.

Hey everyone, here we go again with our next event on **Saturday**!. Boni will host and please follow her instruction. IMPORTANT NOTE: Free Cancellation is only until Friday, 18:00. If you cancel after that without noticing the host, You must pay the fee to compensate the court and shuttlecock. Also note that due to Meetup Organizer Subscription fee is increased significantly, The on-duty host will add an extra fee based on the number of attendees. Please do not come if you are in the WAITLIST. Level of Expectation: Beginner - Intermediate. Please watch the video if you are first timer of playing Badminton : https://youtu.be/tAS7rOKtpgQ?si=IDm9UEV55nUzU5Oc Venue: Tüskecsarnok Sportscentre: 1117 Budapest, Hevesy György út, Sportscentre Map: http://tuskecsarnok.hu/wp-content/uploads/tuske-map-1-full.png Look for #7 on the map. More info in the "How to find us" section of the Meetup event. Our venue does not provide rackets, which means that you'll have to bring your own racket! Should you get lost, feel free to text me on Meetup. There are 3 courts booked for us for 2 hours from 12:00 till 14:00. Showers and changing rooms are available! Extra Note Attendance fee: We will divide the court fee by the number of people showing up. However, in certain circumstance, when the number of people cannot is less than and equal to 14, The Host deserve to contact the people who canceled after the time designated cancellation time. The expected fee is usually around 2000-2500 HUF per person. Payment is done at the court. or The host will reach you out via meetup chat. !!!Last but not least: if you have signed up but cannot make it for some reason, just take a minute to sign off, RSVP = no. This is to help those who are on the waiting list and want to play. The cancellation time with non-sick reason should be 18 hours before the session. In case you are not feeling well on the session day, please kindly contact the host via comment or privately message him/her with the direct message feature maximum 3 hours before the session starts. Looking forward to seeing you! cheers, Yoga Liability: The participation happens on own risk. There is no liability for any accidents, thefts or damages from the organizer.

Every Saturday at 8:00 PM, we gather in the city to share languages, cultures, and conversations. [[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join]](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EPBjVl3S2WD15XIYvVUHKF) Our group is made up of friendly 20s–30s people — locals, expats, and travelers alike — who come together to meet new people and explore different ways of thinking. Whether you’re new to Budapest or call it home, this meetup is your chance to connect in a relaxed, open-minded space. Join us to swap stories, practice new languages, and build genuine friendships across cultures.

Ready for an intentional Sunday morning to anchor your week? **Women's Coffee Network** is a female networking community with the mission to create a *soft landing* for local and expat professionals. We believe that in a world of digital noise and "mass networking," we all need a steady anchor, a place where we can skip the small talk and build genuine, meaningful relationships that fuel our collective growth. Whether you are a corporate professional, a creative freelancer or currently navigating a career transition, you have a seat at our table. **Why join the Connection Circle?** Moving beyond standard networking, this is a thoughtfully designed experience. As your facilitator, my goal is to ensure every woman in the circle is introduced and heard, so you leave the morning with full batteries and a fresh network of professional bridges in the city. **WHAT TO EXPECT** * **Intimate Connection:** We keep our groups small to ensure high-quality, focused conversation. * **Meaningful Dialogue:** A space to share insights on career, balance and growth without the pressure of an elevator pitch. * **Curated Atmosphere:** We meet at Budapest's most charming hidden gems—places with soul that provide the perfect backdrop for deep talk. * **Included Perk:** Your ticket includes your **first coffee or tea**. Simply arrive, settle in and start connecting. **THE DETAILS** **When:** Sunday\, February 22nd\, 2026 \| 10:00 AM \(CET\) **Where:** A hand-picked secret cozy location (to be revealed to ticket holders 3 days before the event). **Support Fee:** Your ticket includes your first coffee or tea. This contribution supports the design of our materials, the organization of the community, and helps us ensure an intimate, high-quality experience for everyone. Seats are limited to maintain an intimate atmosphere. If you feel called to start your year with connection, we can’t wait to welcome you! 👉 To secure your spot, please **[grab your ticket here.](https://luma.com/0km88ch9)** \-\-\- **🛡️ Our Private Circle** To maintain a safe and transparent environment for our members, this is a dedicated space for women and those identifying as female. We kindly require all participants to have a full name and a clear face photo on their profile. Requests that do not meet these criteria will be declined to ensure our members' privacy and comfort.

RF Kuang Katabasis című könyvének volt egy alcíme is megjelenése előtt, ami az első kiadáson még szerepelt: "To hell with love". A februári szívek és bonbonok zuhatagában mi ezt a fantasy könyvet fogjuk megbeszélni, ami a dark academia műfajában írodott, és egyetemi hallgatók nem csak elméleti pokoljárását mutatja be.

Join us for a night of board gaming with FANG (Fem All Night Gaming). **We are an all fem board game group** in Columbus, Ohio. No cis-men, please! We play modern hobby board games! If you're unsure what that is, we can teach you! We'll be meeting on the second floor of Giant Eagle in their cafe area. Giant Eagle has a lot of food and beverage options including their hot foods bars. You are also welcome to bring in any outside food.

**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

The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~$20 per person. Soft drink refills are $1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group! The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play. Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes. We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area. Parking can be challenging. There is a parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.

CABS Double Header Saturday 2/21 - Join us for double the fun. Your first visit is FREE!!

Welcome to Casual Boardgames, where we enjoy classic tabletop games and social deduction games while bonding over good food, drinks, and great conversations. 
We started this group to meet new people and make new friends, and bonding over games in a relaxed atmosphere is a great way to do that. We currently meet near route 23 and Polaris Parkway, and this is close to areas like Powell, Lewis Center, Worthington, and parts of Westerville and Columbus. 
Feel free to bring your own games or play one of the many games our members bring. If you are inexperienced, we will help you learn. 
Here are just a few examples of the kind of games we play. 
Tabletop/board games: Splendor, Catan, Azul, Dominion, 7 Wonders… 
Social deduction games: Code Names, Chameleon, Werewords… 
IMPORTANT: 
1. While we love playing a variety of games and competing, we are not just about the games. We interact and talk while playing, and this leads to a lot of laughter and fun. If you just want to compete and focus solely on the game, then this is probably not the group you are looking for. 
2. Many people join groups like this and never (or rarely) show up after weeks or months. If you join and never really come, we will eventually remove you from the group as a courtesy to our members. Why? Because limiting group conversations (on the app) to regular members makes communication and planning much easier. Also, while it may be rare, it protects members from people who join because they are interested in following a person instead of having a real interest in our group. If you get removed, it is just because you haven’t come, and we follow this protocol as a courtesy to our regular game players.

Join us on the last ay of February for a fun day of gaming !!!

CABS Friday of our 1st Quarter Double Header 2/20 (We do one double header a quarter)