Innovations in Software Testing

**Special topic for this week: TODO!** Have you ever wondered what happens after you write your program in any programming language and hit "Run"? Welcome to the new group dedicated to Compiler Engineering so we can discuss language design, static analysis, VMs, and code generation. Topics related to hardware architecture and FPGA are also welcomed! **Join us weekly and learn about:** * The vision for this group. * A crash course on how to start learning compiler dev (including top book recommendations). * An open networking session for showcasing projects and finding collaborators. * Weekly topic to learn about particular aspect of programming languages or hardware **Who is this for?** * Anyone building DSLs or new languages. * Anyone curious about low-level systems and programming * Anyone hiring for compiler/toolchain roles (come pitch your jobs!). * Anyone who wants to learn more about programming languages nature! This isn't a lecture—it's a conversation. Come share your projects and get motivated! This group is not super serious, so if you want to just yap about how bad is the new C++ standard you can find some listeners here. See you!

**Thank you for your interest.** **The event is currently fully booked, but places may open if registered guests cancel. Please join the waiting list here: [https://luma.com/ehv9t4u1](https://luma.com/ehv9t4u1)** \-\-\- # DATA LEADERS SINGAPORE # 02 # ​**An exclusive evening for senior data, AI and technology executives and experts*.*** *** ​24 June 2026 ​6:00 PM - 9:00 PM *** ​*Venue: Singapore Cricket Club* ​*Hosted by: DAMA Singapore* *** ​*Topic for the evening* ## ​**AI Harness and the Future of Data Governance** ​Halfway into 2026, it has already been a wild year. New models are shipping at the speed of light. Governance cannot keep up. ​Agents are already being used by consumers and employees in many different ways. Data governance is taking a new shape around control, accountability and organisational redesign. *** ## ​**We have local data and AI leaders and some from across the region, including speakers and participants flying in from New York, Tokyo and Australia.** ​*Agenda - Speakers and topics* > ​01 > ​**Topic: AI in Luxury Retail From Use Cases to Operational Reality** > ​**Speaker: Masood Pasha, Data & Analytics Manager, Louis Vuitton, Tokyo** > ​02 > ​**Topic: The Foundation for Trusted AI Data Contracts, Data Products, and Sovereignty** > ​**Speaker: Emma McGrattan, CTO, Actian, New York** > ​03 > ​**Topic: From AI Harness to Autonomous AI Reengineering Organisations for the AI Era** > ​**Speaker: Milind Gaharwar, Principal AI Scientist, Mercedes-Benz, Singapore** > > ​*Special Guest* > ​Jamie Fan > Global Head of Data Trust & Safety > TikTok *** ​*The event runs under the Chatham House Rule.* ​*Guests will be hosted with food and drinks curated by Singapore Cricket Club.* ​We are currently filling the seats. ## ​Thank you. We look forward to welcoming you at the Data Leaders evening! *** ​*\* For industry executives and practitioners. Please register with full details. Confirmation is subject to availability. By submitting, you consent to receive communications.* Location Singapore Cricket Club A Connaught Dr, Singapore 179681 The event is held at Singapore Cricket Club. Guests are kindly requested to observe the Club’s dress etiquette. Smart casual or business attire is recommended. Please avoid flip-flops, open-toe footwear for men, sandals, shorts, bermudas, singlets, collarless T-shirts, sportswear or overly casual attire. Thank you.

Please RSVP the Below: **[https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/1977567650076](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/1977567650076)** An exclusive business sharing and networking session where entrepreneurs reveal practical lessons from expanding into HK and AI landscape. Are you a business owner, entrepreneur or marketing professional looking for growth opportunities beyond Singapore? Join us for an exclusive business sharing and networking session where experienced entrepreneurs reveal practical lessons from expanding into Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area (GBA), and navigating the fast-changing AI landscape. Whether you're exploring market expansion, looking for strategic partnerships, or seeking ways to stay competitive in the AI era, this session will provide actionable insights from professionals who have successfully adapted and grown their businesses across Asia. **Programme** **14:30 Participants short self intro** **14:45 Scaling into Hong Kong & the Greater Bay Area: Lessons from Building a Wellness Business Across Asia**

**About This Group** This group is perfect for 1. **Beginner guitarists** who love singing and playing music in a group 2. **Sing-along enthusiasts** who don’t play the guitar but enjoy singing to live music **Who’s a Beginner Guitarist?** If you’ve been playing guitar for less than 12 months and are familiar with basic chords like G, C, D, Em, Am, and A—you’re in the right place. **Singers Welcome!** As long as you enjoy singing and can carry a simple tune, you’re absolutely qualified. No experience required—just bring your voice and your enthusiasm! We’ll also share tips and ideas to help each other improve our guitar skills in a fun and supportive environment. **Come for the Music—Stay for the Community** Expect laughter, learning, and meaningful connections with fellow music lovers. **Important Note:** While we meet at a church venue, this is *not* a religious or church-based group. People of all beliefs and backgrounds are welcome. ***COMPILATION OF OUR JAM SONGS:*** [https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Aw-MuvPHAhU23DhncMBcYK_17TgIqhKH](https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Aw-MuvPHAhU23DhncMBcYK_17TgIqhKH) ***LOAN OF GUITARS :*** \> We have 10\-15 guitars to loan out for the session\. First come\, first served basis\. ***FREQUENCY OF THE JAM SESSIONS*** : \> The jam takes place fortnightly on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month\. ***REGISTRATION:*** \> Entry into the venue is STRICTLY by registration ONLY\. \> No walk\-in will be entertained\.

**Singapore — Monthly Startup, Tech & Business Networking** Join us for an exciting evening where founders, investors, and innovators in **Tech fields**come together to connect, collaborate, and create opportunities. 🚀 **What to expect:** * **Startup Pitches** – Founders present their projects to investors & peers. * **Networking Sessions** – Meet like-minded entrepreneurs, potential partners, and investors. * **Keynote Insights** – Hear from speakers on the future of AI, Web3, and venture opportunities. * **Open Discussions** – Exchange ideas, challenges, and solutions in an informal setting. 🎯 **Who should attend:** * Startup founders looking for funding & exposure * Investors exploring high-potential opportunities * Tech enthusiasts & builders in Tech industry * Professionals curious about the startup ecosystem or expanding networking 📍 **Details:** * **Time:** 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM * **Dress Code:** Smart casual * **Bring:** Business cards / LinkedIn ready to connect ✨ Whether you’re raising capital, looking for a co-founder, or simply want to expand your network, this is the room you need to be in. 🎟 Tickets & Registration If PayPal is not convenient for you, you can also register or purchase tickets via our official platforms: • Luma:[https://luma.com/spj0sw09](https://luma.com/spj0sw09) • Eventbrite:[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980584273879?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980584273879?aff=oddtdtcreator) Choose the option that works best for you. See you there!

Welcome! Gist below! :-) 1. Bring a book to the meet! 2. Buy a drink (and a bite if you're hungry). 3. Say hi to the folks. 4. Read! 5. We'll do a short round of intros and a short sharing at the end too. :) Come in and find us (we're probably the only reading group)! In the event that the place is full, we'll find a back up nearby. :-) This is a limited seats, small group event, so do try to update your RSVP early if your plans change! Thanks in advance! Nearest MRT: Somerset (NS23 North-South Line)

**ANNOUNCEMENT – Registration via this [link](https://go.gov.sg/stackmeetup-25jun2026) only.** Singpass is the backbone of Singapore's national digital identity, but what does it actually take to run, scale, and evolve the infrastructure beneath? In this engineering-focused Meetup, we'll trace the evolution of Singpass’ infrastructure from its early days to the present. Deep dive into the modern architectural strategies being deployed today by the team to ensure that this critical digital product is secure and resilient by default. Moving past the buzzwords, we will dissect what truly constitutes PaaP or Platform as a Product, and pull back the curtain on the real-world realities of leading a platform engineering team. Whether you are currently building internal tooling or seeking inspiration on scaling your cloud-native systems, this session will challenge you to rethink how your organisation can approach infrastructure.​ Who should attend: ​​Software Engineers, Cloud and Infrastructure professionals, and Product Managers working on infrastructure platforms. Attendees should have a basic understanding of Kubernetes or Cloud Service Providers. **Programme** 6:30pm: Networking 7:00pm: Introduction By STACK Community 7:05pm: Opening By Tay Li Soon, Deputy Director, Product Management and Head of Product, Singpass, GovTech Singapore 7:15pm: What’s In A Platform? The evolution of Singpass infrastructure and the latest unification efforts [Part 1] By Lian Yuanlin, Engineering Manager, Core Platform, Singpass 7:35pm: What’s In A Platform? The evolution of Singpass infrastructure and the latest unification efforts [Part 2] By Adinda Savitri, Lead Product Manager, Core Platform, Singpass 8:00pm: Q&A 8:30pm: End of STACK Meetup Click **[here](https://go.gov.sg/stackmeetup-25jun2026)\*** to sign up! \*Registration will be accepted via GovEntry only.

**Dates:** * 13 June 2026 * 27 June 2026 * 11 July 2026 * 25 July 2026 **Timing:** 2pm onwards **Venue:** HackerspaceSG **Address:** Textile Centre, #08-10, Singapore 199018 ​We'll be hanging out to practice some LeetCode questions together. **\#\# No food provided \#\# Bring your laptop \#\#** # ​Format: * ​Pick a random LeetCode question (easy or medium). * ​One volunteer will connect to screen and attempt the question within 40 minutes. * ​Rest of the group will either role-play as interviewer, collaborator or just observe. * ​At the end of the attempt, the group will provide feedback to the volunteer. # ​Format of Feedback: ## ​Soft skills * ​Ask good questions? * ​What should be talked about? What should demo thru code? ## ​Technical feedback * ​Quality of execution. # ​About JuniorDev SG: ​JuniorDevSG is a developer interest group that focuses on providing a place for junior developers to learn and network with each other. ​At the same time, we seek to be a support system to help junior developers break into tech, navigate their careers as well growing them to one day become senior developers or tech leaders in the tech industry.

Come for a quiet block of 2 hours in a beautiful Japanese-inspired café in Tanjong Pagar. **This is a simple, calm space** **to:** * read or work quietly on your own things or dreams * take short breaks and chat if you feel like it * just enjoy the atmosphere and company **Schedule (approx.)** * 10 mins: arrivals + grab a drink (min. 1) * 60 mins: thinking, reading, working on your dreams * 10–20 mins: optional chill chat before we wrap and stretch **Intro style (keep it easy):** We’ll keep introductions simple - name + what brought you here today. No need to introduce yourself through work. **House note:** This is not a networking or sales event. Please no pitching, recruiting, or unsolicited DMs. Priority to ladies who have attended a session previously. Please update RSVP if you can't make it so we can reserve the right table size. **What to bring:** Laptop / book / anything you want to work on **Good for:** People who like Japanese cafés, cozy spaces, and quiet company.

Register at [bit.ly/gdgsg-iox26](https://bit.ly/gdgsg-iox26) \-\-\- ​More event details coming soon! **​#GoogleIO #GoogleForDevelopers #GDGSingapore** \-\-\- By attending this event, you acknowledge that you have [read and agreed to follow these security guidelines](https://bit.ly/devspace-security). We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our office and community space safe and welcoming for everyone. Let’s focus on building the future — safely and responsibly!

This month, we return to the crowd-favourite topic of Agentic Systems & Harnesses! Talks: **"Patterns of Successful Agent Harnesses" - Sam Witteveen** In a talk he previously delivered at Google Cloud Next in Las Vegas, Sam will focus on the core patterns and components of successful agents and harnesses, covering patterns from coding agents like Claude Code & Codex through personal agents like OpenClaw & Hermes. These patterns clearly show what is working in building modern agents. **"Trying to download more RAM for my life" - Raghav Bhardwaj** In this lightning talk, Raghav describes his month-long journey hacking in OpenClaw to build a personal agent OS. He goes over changes made for continuity across hundreds of projects, and turning scattered chats, files, tasks, tools, and memories into a working loop that can keep up with the mess. **"Local Models & Self-Evolving Harnesses" - Martin Andrews** In his talk, Martin will first explain how a number of the recently announced self-updating harness systems work. Then, in light of the recent turbulence in the world of Foundation Models, he'll talk about Local Models, and how to increase business robustness. **FOOD UPDATE :** Google has told us that **there WILL BE** pizza at the event \-\-\- Talks will start at 7:10pm (entry at 6:45pm) and end at around 9:00pm, at which point attendees can come up to the front for a bit of a chat with each other, and the speakers. Due to some recent security incidents at the venue please take note of the new DevSpace security procedures [https://bit.ly/devspace-security](https://bit.ly/devspace-security) Attendees will not be admitted later than 15min after the talks have started. As always, we're actively looking for more speakers - both '30 minutes long-form', and lightning talks. For the lightning talks, we welcome folks to come and talk about something cool they've done with keras, PyTorch, JAX and/or Deep Learning for 5-10mins (so, if you have slides, then #max=10). We believe that the key ingredient for the success of a Lightning Talk is simply the cool/interesting factor. It doesn't matter whether you're an expert or an enthusiastic beginner: Given the responses we have had to previous talks, we're sure there are lots of people who would love to hear what you've been playing with. If you're interested in talking, please just introduce yourself to Martin at one of the events.

* Understanding why native AD tools fall short in change tracking * Tracking who changed what, when, and from where in real time * Detecting unauthorized or suspicious changes instantly * Simplifying forensic investigations with detailed audit trails * Strengthening accountability with actionable insights

**You’ve built a career—but are you building something that truly matters?** If you’ve ever wondered whether your skills could be used for something more meaningful, you’re not alone. Join us for a morning walk near Raffles Place for networking and knowledge sharing focused on meaningful work and venture building. Connect with like-minded professionals and founders, engage in meaningful conversations, and discover opportunities to contribute to a more sustainable future. This meetup is the perfect platform to expand your network, exchange ideas, and learn the secrets behind venture building. Let’s explore how your experience can help build a better future—alongside others who are turning that same restlessness into real impact. [Note: Please be on time as this is a walk! We may grab a coffee after the walk, so please message me if you would like to join for that only!]

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

**Hello Columbus!** **The community is buzzing and growing well. We are thrilled to bring our fourth BrowserStack QA Meetup on Thursday, July 9th!** We are creating a space for deeper insights, meaningful connections, and a vibe you won't want to miss. **What to expect:** * **Connect:** Network with Columbus' top engineering and QA minds. * **Learn:** Real-world tactics and trends you can use immediately. * **Enjoy:** Food, drinks, and great community spirit. **Agenda** * **Two Roads Diverged in a Wood: Docker Compose vs. Kubernetes** by **[Doug Reeder](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pdouglasreeder/)** **RSVP Essential:** Space is limited, and we want to ensure a great experience for everyone. **RSVP now to secure your spot!** 📍 **Venue:** Leading EDJE, 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 📍 **Free Parking:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017 📅 **Date & Time:** July 9, 6:00 PM **Stay Connected!** Want to continue the conversation beyond the meetup? Join our **BrowserStack Discord Server** to get updates, connect with fellow QA professionals, and be part of an ongoing discussion. **Don’t miss out—click below to join!** 🔗 [\[](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[Join the BrowserStack Discord Server](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[\]](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW) **A Few Notes:** ✅ This is an **in-person event** ✅ **RSVP does not guarantee a seat** – A confirmation email will be sent one day before the event. **TALK ABSTRACT:** Docker Compose and Kubernetes are two of the most popular tools for running containerized applications. Their feature lists are similar. Architects and senior developers need to know how their different paradigms lead to unexpectedly different experiences in production.

**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** *Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code* Visual Studio Code is one of the most widely used development environments today, and much of its flexibility comes from its extension ecosystem. Extensions allow developers to customize the editor with new features, integrations, and workflow improvements tailored to their needs. In this session, we’ll cover what extensions are and the different types available, including full extensions written in TypeScript or JavaScript, along with lighter-weight extensions such as color themes, language packs, language support, code snippets, and keymaps. We’ll also look at practical reasons a developer might create an extension, from automating repetitive tasks to adding custom tooling. The session includes a hands-on walkthrough of creating a new extension, testing it locally, and understanding the basic project structure. We’ll close with a brief overview of how extensions are packaged and published to the Visual Studio Marketplace and other distribution options. **YouTube Link** TBD

PLEASE NOTE!!! This event will be In-Person for our 2nd Improving collab! If you know the [Columbus Unity group](https://www.meetup.com/columbus-unity-user-group/) location, we'll be at the same place. This is our 2nd event at this location so bare with us as we grow into this space. There's paid street parking on Saturdays but you can also pay to park in any of the local garages. See image of [parking map here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Mr9_LFIggbs-0_Zd3AJTGNqEhgMf2TzQ/view?usp=sharing). \-\-\- On the last Sunday of the month, we're having our usual end-of-the-month social gathering with our GameDev Meetup meeting. There will be announcements and presentations followed by some social networking Let's continue the conversations with good vibes and friends. All are welcomed from all ages and backgrounds to this public event. If we can, we'll be streaming or uploading the video later via our COGG YouTube channel here: [https://www.youtube.com/@TheCOGG/streams](https://www.youtube.com/@TheCOGG/streams) (Also please do subscribe if you have not done so!) No game development experience required! If you are interested in doing a 20 minute game development related presentation, please fill out our form online here: [https://goo.gl/forms/lVdTJZiNJewlPJuj1](https://goo.gl/forms/lVdTJZiNJewlPJuj1) Or e-mail us at [info@thecogg.com](mailto:info@thecogg.com) with the following: Your Name, Company/Affiliation, Name of Your Game/Topic, Description, Tech Needs, and Your Contact. Be sure to check out our Discord for real time news updates: [https://discord.gg/NrBhuNQ](https://discord.gg/NrBhuNQ)

Let's get together and listen to **[Eric Rico](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericrico/)** from Unity3D (**From Joints to Gestures: Reading Hands in Unity**). A hand tracker gives you joints, not a gesture. This talk shows how you get from raw joints to a "thumbs-up" in Unity: the pipeline that cleans up the data, how a gesture becomes a few 0-to-1 values within tolerance, and why orientation matters as much as finger shape. Includes a live demo of tuning gesture thresholds. Eric also runs the **[Columbus Unity User Group](https://www.meetup.com/columbus-unity-user-group/)**. Check it out! ***Bring your laptop and expect to write some (non-AI-generated) code!*** Food and drinks will be available. **LOCATION:** 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 **FREE PARKING:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017

Most people still use AI like a search box: type one question, get one answer, repeat. But the next step is AI agents: systems that can take a goal, break it into steps, use tools, remember context, and produce useful work for a human to review. In this beginner-friendly session, we’ll demystify what AI agents actually are — without hype or jargon. We’ll walk through practical examples of how agents can help with research, planning, writing, coding, operations, and personal productivity. We’ll cover: * What makes an AI “agent” instead of just a chatbot * How agents break tasks into steps * Where agents are genuinely useful today * Where they fail, hallucinate, or need human review * How to design simple AI workflows for your own work * A live demo of an AI agent-style workflow from start to finish No coding experience required. This is for anyone who wants to understand where AI tools are going and how to use them more effectively right now. LOGISTICS AND PARKING: The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks! The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.

**Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). Topic: This month Chris Pazsint will be talking about Agentic Coding. How does one use CLI Based Agents, and Agentic IDEs such as Cursor, Kiro, Antigravity? How to include agentic coding plugins for IDEs you already love such as Visual Studio Code. We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com