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Hello Gophers, Welcome back for another year of Go talks and networking! Would your company like to host our meetup? Let us know! If you'd like to give a talk - submit your proposals here: http://goo.gl/forms/54YvJT223F All talk formats work: short talks (5-10 min) as well as regular length (25 min). If you have more ideas - talk to us at the Gophers slack: https://invite.slack.gobridge.org/ in the #berlin channel, and follow us on twitter: https://twitter.com/gdgberlingo Speakers: *Kiril Vuchkov* is Director of Software Engineering at Vay, where he leads the mobility organization across mobile, web, and backend systems, with Go at the core of the platform. He joined Vay as a Principal Backend Engineer, helping design and build a greenfield microservice architecture powering a driverless mobility service built on Vay’s proprietary remote driving technology. He later moved into leadership, focusing on technical strategy, system architecture at the organizational level, and team development. Previously, he was a Tech Lead at Uber, where he worked on large-scale distributed systems using Go, Python, and Java." *Gaurav Gahlot* is a Staff Software Engineer at IONOS Cloud where he primarily works with Go, and Kubernetes. Outside work, he organizes Cloud Native Berlin meetups and maintains the CNCF Akri project. He is also having an affair with Rust. Join in person at: **Vay** Vay’s product combines teleoperation software and hardware to power a deliverable car rental service, where trained drivers remotely bring vehicles directly to customers on demand. Heidestr. 46-52, 10557 Berlinhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/9dXWRYjsMgfn4b3k8 Walk toward the back building. There is a sign to our office in front of the stairs up; Vay is on the 4th floor or virtually at: https://youtube.com/TBD This is a hybrid event. Join the event virtually at https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-berlin-golang-presents-hybrid-april-golang-meetup-2/ or in person at Vay Technology GmbH - 46-52 Heidestraße Berlin, 10557 *** Agenda 7:00 PM: Networking Networking over drinks and food 7:30 PM: Welcome Welcome words from the organizers 7:35 PM: Talk 1: Durable Execution in Go: Building Long-Running Workflows with Temporal / Kiril Vuchkov, Director of Software Engineering @ Vay 8:10 PM: Announcements and break Announcements, HR lost & found, open mic 8:30 PM: Talk 2: The Two Faces of sync.Mutex / Gaurav Gahlot, Staff Software Engineer @ IONOS Cloud Go's sync.Mutex has two faces — one that's fast but unfair, and another that's fair but slower. Most developers never see the switch happen. In this talk, we'll explore how mutex work under the hood and how the runtime decides which face to show. Through a series of benchmarks, we'll observe mutex behavior under increasing contention and across different core counts to see both modes in action. 9:05 PM: Networking Networking over drinks and food *** Hosted By Natalie Pistunovich, Organizer Ole Bulbuk, Organizer Tim Scheuermann, Organizer Anderson Queiroz, Organizer Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-berlin-golang-presents-hybrid-april-golang-meetup-2/.

Meet other people in the Berlin tech industry in a low key, no expectations setting. We all have to eat, so don't eat alone! Rules: 1\. Register 2\. Show up \(we have limited seats\) 3\. Meet people 4\. Be nice and enjoy dinner\! There are no other expectations :) We charge an attendance fee because of a lot of cancellations and to cover the cost of meetup. You are responsible for buying your own food and drinks.

If you work with Kirby CMS let's meet up, get to know and learn from each other! Basics09 invites us to their beautiful studio close to U Schlesisches Tor.

**Registration only via Eventbrite:** [👉](https://www.meetup.com/de-DE/berlin-digital-business-network-sibb/events/313709910/?eventOrigin=group_events_list) https://www.eventbrite.de/e/1985050238700 👈 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Find your ideal startup co-founder in Berlin – structured matching, and an opportunity to join the SIBB Incubator** **The hardest part of building a startup is finding the right people.** **Great ideas often fail not because of the concept, but because the founding team doesn’t fit. Finding someone who shares your ambition, complements your skills, and is ready to build something meaningful is harder than it sounds.** This event brings together founders with startup ideas and talented people looking to join a startup in a structured, data-driven matching format. Organized by SIBB –Digital Association Berlin-Brandenburg, this evening combines curated co-founder matching sessions with open networking. The matching process is supported by TribeSquare, which helps identify the most relevant connections before the event. During the event you will also learn about the SIBB Incubator, a startup programme supporting early-stage founders building solutions in Cybersecurity and Trustworthy AI. **⚠️ Important: Entry is only possible until 19:00, as the structured matching sessions begin shortly afterwards.** #### **💡 What you gain from the event** • Meet potential co-founders who match your skills, interests and ambitions • Discover promising startup ideas looking for the right team members • Connect with ambitious builders from the Berlin startup ecosystem • Participate in curated one-on-one conversations instead of random networking • Learn about equity-free startup funding opportunities through the SIBB Incubator #### **How the Matching Works** 1️⃣ Register on Eventbrite and select the ticket category that best fits your role. 2️⃣ After registration, you will receive a short matching questionnaire (powered by TribeSquare) via email in your ticket confimation. Your response is important to identify the most relevant connections for you. 3️⃣ Based on your answers, you will receive personalized matches at the event. 4️⃣ During the event, you will meet your matches in short one-on-one sessions, followed by open networking with all participants. #### 🚀 Apply for the SIBB Incubator If you are currently forming a startup team or already working on an idea, this event can also be your entry point to the SIBB Incubator. The program supports early-stage startups developing solutions in Cybersecurity and Trustworthy AI. Selected founders receive: • €2,500 per month per founder for 10 months • equity-free funding through the Berlin Startup Stipendium • mentoring and expert support from the Berlin tech ecosystem • access to investors, corporates and research partners Applications are currently open. 👉 Learn more and apply here: **[https://sibb.de/incubator](https://sibb.de/incubator "https://sibb.de/incubator")** #### 🧑‍🏫 About the Host Mario Liebrenz – Program Manager, SIBB • Program Manager for startup and innovation programs at SIBB • Responsible for the SIBB Incubator and several European startup initiatives • Organiser of founder and ecosystem events connecting startups, talent and partners in Berlin #### 🎯 Who should attend • Founders looking for a co-founder • Talented professionals who want to join a startup • Developers, designers, product builders and business profiles • People interested in building a startup in Berlin \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Registration only via Eventbrite:** [👉](https://www.meetup.com/de-DE/berlin-digital-business-network-sibb/events/313709910/?eventOrigin=group_events_list) https://www.eventbrite.de/e/1985050238700 👈

Hola chicos, Moin zusammen, lasst uns Deutsch und Spanisch sprechen und ein paar Bier zusammen trinken, die Idee ist einfach und gut :) Bitte bringt zumindest basis Deutsch oder Spanisch Kenntnisse mit! Vamos a hablar español y alemán y tomar unas cervezas, la idea es simple y buena jaja. ¡Por favor, ven por lo menos con un nivel básico de español o alemán! Danke, gracias!

🌸 **Women Founders Meet & Greet** Join us for a welcoming and inspiring evening where **women founders, builders, and entrepreneurs** come together to connect, share, and support each other within Berlin's startup ecosystem. 📅 **April 15, 2026** ⏰ **5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.** 📍 **The Castle Pub Berlin** This is a **safe and open space** designed for honest conversations — no stage, no pressure — just real connections with people who are building, learning, and navigating the startup journey. Whether you're working on an idea, growing your startup, or simply looking to meet like-minded women, this event offers the opportunity to: ✨ Connect with founders at different stages ✨ Share your ideas and receive honest feedback ✨ Find collaborators, partners, or co-founders ✨ Be part of a supportive and empowering community We believe that strong founders grow through **community, openness, and shared experiences** — and this is exactly what this event is about. Come as you are, bring your ideas, and leave with new connections. 🤝 Join Our WhatsApp Community For updates about upcoming events, networking opportunities, and founder meetups, join our **WhatsApp community** where entrepreneurs support, connect, and grow together. 👇 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JmibzpAnl5e058fSBIlgpL](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JmibzpAnl5e058fSBIlgpL?utm_source=luma)

English, see below. *** Willkommen beim Bitcoin Meet-up im Café Holzmarktperle (Holzmarktstraße 25). Die Berliner Community kann einfach nicht genug davon bekommen über Bitcoin zu reden. :) Deshalb bieten wir dieses Meet-up als weitere Option neben dem etablierten “Berliner Bitcoin-Stammtisch @ Friedel Richter” an. Jeder ist willkommen - Bitcoin-Anfänger, Enthusiasten, etc. Wir freuen uns auf den gemeinsamen Austausch mit anderen Plebs in lockerer Runde und gemütlicher Atmosphäre und beantworten auch gerne eure Fragen. Natürlich könnt ihr im Café mit Bitcoin ₿ / Lightning ⚡bezahlen. Dies ist der richtige Ort für Menschen, die glauben, dass Bitcoin die Welt verändern kann und Teil der nächsten großen Revolution in der Finanzwelt sein wird. *** Welcome to the Bitcoin meet-up at Café Holzmarktperle (Holzmarktstraße 25, Berlin). Since we can’t get enough of talking Bitcoin we are offering this meet-up as a another option in addition to the established Berliner Bitcoin-Stammtisch @ Friedel Richter. Everyone is welcome - Bitcoin beginners, enthusiasts, … you name it. We are always happy to meet with other plebs, teach, talk and help! Payment in Bitcoin ₿ / Lightning ⚡accepted! This is the place to be for people who believe that Bitcoin will rock the world and will be part of the next big revolution in the financial world.

​GDG Berlin × Arbio ​ 🌍 ABOUT THIS EVENT ​ Join us for a Berlin AI Builders Meetup, organized by GDG Berlin and hosted by Arbio. ​This evening brings together engineers, builders, founders, and AI practitioners for practical, real-world discussions around AI, data, and modern software systems. ​Whether you’re building AI-powered products, working with cloud infrastructure, or exploring real-world AI use cases, expect insightful talks, open conversations, and strong community energy. ​ 📍 EVENT DETAILS ​• Location: Arbio Office — Greifswalderstraße 212, 10405 Berlin • Date: Thursday, April 16 • Time: 18:30 – 22:00 (GMT+1) ​ ⚠️ CAPACITY ​• \~70 seated spots available • Additional standing spots available • Entry is first come, first served — arriving early is recommended ​ 🎤 AGENDA ​18:30 – Doors Open Grab a drink, meet fellow builders, and get settled. ​19:00 – Talk 1 Building AI Designing context-first AI systems • Arnon Cavaeiro — Head of product @ Arbio ​🍕 Break — 15 min ​20:00 – Talk 2 Building AI Agents on GCP: Practical Lessons from AI Engineering • Nur Rafizade — AI Solution Engineer @ Deloitte ​🍕 Break — 15 min ​21:00 – Talk 3 AI in Cybersecurity • Hamza M'hirsi — Founder @ CyberDebunk ​🕺 Networking from 21:45 until 22:00 💃 ​ 🍕🍻 FOOD & DRINKS Food and drinks will be provided. ​ 🙏 THANKS & CREDITS A big thank you to Arbio for hosting and supporting the Berlin developer community. ​And a huge thanks to everyone in the community who helps make these events possible 💙

👋 Hallo und 💜-lich Willkommen to the Elixir Berlin Meetup. Due to the easter holidays, we moved to the third Thursday of the April for some sweet Elixir. If you're new to the community the best way to introduce yourself is [to submit a talk](https://github.com/elixir-berlin/planning/issues/new?template=talk.yml) ⏰ Schedule 18:45: Doors open 19:05: Welcome & Announcements 19:15: 🗣 Surveyor - Extracting Specifications from Legacy Software with Elixir by Chris 19:45: 🍺 break 🍵🧃 20:15: 🗣 Talk about the SSH OTP application by Cara 20:45: ⚡️ Lightning talks and Socializing 🪩 We want to encourage members of the Elixir community to share what they're working on. If you want to give a lightning talk at this Meetup, contact one of the organizers with a short description of your talk - or [submit a talk](https://github.com/elixir-berlin/planning/issues/new?template=talk.yml) See you all there 💜💜💜

**Sunday Beginner Tango @ Tangoloft 💃🏾🕺** Curious about tango? This class is for you – no experience and no partner needed. We focus on connection, simple fundamentals and creating a relaxed, inclusive space where everyone can explore both roles. 🕐 16:30–18:00 🎶 Afterwards: Milonga (reduced entry for participants) 💸 20 € or USC + 10 € Come as you are – and be part of a growing, open tango community ✨ **Einsteiger Tango am Sonntag im Tangoloft 💃🏾🕺** Du willst Tango ausprobieren? Dann bist du hier genau richtig – ganz ohne Vorkenntnisse und ohne festen Partner. Wir legen den Fokus auf Connection, einfache Basics und eine entspannte, inklusive Atmosphäre, in der jede\*r beide Rollen tanzen und lernen kann. 🕐 16:30–18:00 🎶 Danach: Milonga (ermäßigter Eintritt für Teilnehmende) 💸 20 € oder USC + 10 € Komm vorbei und werde Teil einer offenen Tango-Community ✨

Whether you're a seasoned tech veteran or just starting out, let's create the ideal afterwork place to meet and chill with other workers in tech - find that new job, expand your network, share ideas, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the industry. Let's inspire, innovate, and shape the future of technology in Berlin! Tech, AI, Data, IT, and more \~ ​ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Event Details 💰 Cost: Free 🍺🥃 Afterwork drinks and social 📍 Belushi's Berlin (Alexanderplatz) (Inside, or ask for Tech Social) - Rosa-Luxemburg-Straße 41 🕕 6:00pm onwards every Friday ​ **Or RSVP on the website for our Discord / WhatsApp communities, and to see who else is going and what their backgrounds/seniority/interests are:** 🔗 [Link to Website](https://techsocialberlin.com/event/meetup) ​ If you cannot find us, ask staff about Tech Social, or ask in the WhatsApp community above. ​ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Who Should Attend? Perfect for **Berlin tech professionals** including: * **Software Developers & Engineers** (Python, JavaScript, Java, C++, React, Node.js) * **Data Scientists & Analysts** (Machine Learning, AI, Data Visualization, SQL) * **Cybersecurity Professionals** (InfoSec, Ethical Hacking, Cloud Security) * **Product Managers & Tech Entrepreneurs** * **Students & Tech Graduates** looking to break into tech * **Career Changers** entering tech industry * **Remote Workers & Digital Nomads** in Berlin * **Startup Employees & Entrepreneurs** * **Digital Marketing & Product Professionals** * **Senior Engineers** looking to mentor and network \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### What You'll Experience * 🤝 **Network with Berlin tech community** * 💼 **Job opportunities** and referrals from peers * 🚀 **Career acceleration** through peer networking * 🎯 **Skill sharing** and tech discussions * 🧠 **Knowledge sharing** on latest tech trends * 🎉 **Social activities** and games * 🧠 **Learn from peers** about real-world challenges * 🚀 **Collaborate** on projects and ideas * 🎯 **Mentorship connections** (both ways!) * 🍻 **Fun, casual atmosphere** \- no matter your seniority level \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Event Guidelines * Support the venue by purchasing drinks/food (no outside items allowed) * Maintain appropriate behavior and respect for all attendees * Bring physical ID if required by venue (call ahead to confirm) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ​ ​ *Berlin Germany tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup software development machine learning python javascript professional networking career development it professionals developers mentorship ai sql analytics data engineering business intelligence deep learning tensorflow pytorch data visualization data analysts ml engineers Berlin Germany tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup software development machine learning python javascript professional networking career development it professionals developers mentorship ai sql analytics data engineering business intelligence deep learning tensorflow pytorch data visualization data analysts ml engineers*

Register: [https://luma.com/rjekky53](https://luma.com/rjekky53) Join us for a **hands-on introduction to Generative AI with Neo4j** with CODE University. ​In this **instructor-led workshop**, participants will explore how graph databases can improve GenAI applications and reduce common challenges such as hallucinations. You’ll learn key concepts including **Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), GraphRAG, vector search, knowledge graphs, and AI agents**. ​The workshop follows a **mixed format** with theoretical lessons combined with practical exercises while instructors are available to support and answer questions. ​During the session, you will learn how to: * ​Use **Neo4j to enhance GenAI applications** * ​Build **knowledge graphs from unstructured data** * ​Use **vector embeddings for similarity search** * ​Create **GraphRAG retrievers using Python** * ​Build a **conversational AI agent using Neo4j and LangChain**

**HVLtech KIDS LABS – Free Tech Workshops for Kids** **Registration required – email meetup@hvltech.de to sign up! Please check [https://hvltech.de/labs](https://hvltech.de/labs) for details.** Hands-on tech, building, and fun! The Havelland Tech Community invites kids and their families to **KIDS LABS** – a free event with two workshops for different age groups. * **When:** Sunday, April 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (doors open 9:45) * **Where:** Kulturhaus "Johannes R. Becher", Havelländer Weg 67, Falkensee (1st floor) * **Cost:** Free! * **Languages:** German & English **Workshop 1: Electronics (ages 6+, max. 15 spots)** Kids learn to build glowing circuits from paper, LEDs, and coin batteries, no experience needed! All materials are provided on-site, just show up and start building. We ask parents to stay with kids during the event. **Workshop 2: Minecraft Modding (ages 10+, max. 10 spots)** Kids design their own items in Blockbench – a building block, a weapon, and a food item – then import them into Minecraft and play together! Please bring a laptop (Windows, Mac, or Linux – no tablets/Chromebooks) with charger. Minecraft Java Edition must be installed beforehand. Ideally also install IntelliJ IDEA Community Edition (but we can do it together too). \-\-\- An event by the Havelland Tech Community in cooperation with the Förderverein Kulturhaus "Johannes R. Becher" e.V. Full details: [https://hvltech.de/labs](https://hvltech.de/labs)

**⚠️ IMPORTANT: REGISTRATION MANDATORY ⚠️** Registration on **Luma** is **REQUIRED** to attend this event. **Link: [https://luma.com/nklicoct](https://luma.com/nklicoct)** Your registration is subject to host approval. You must complete the registration process on lu.ma to receive the full event location details and confirmation of your attendance. **Please note: Without approved registration on Luma, you will NOT be able to access the event location or attend.** We are excited to invite you to an interactive workshop hosted by LISS x Semrush and led by **Saeid Nobakht, Lead AI Engineer at Semrush**, focused on bringing agentic AI into production. The session will last around 2 hours, followed by a networking session with Semrush and fellow AI enthusiasts (and free pizza 🍴😋🍕!). Bring your laptop! And please arrive a bit early to get settled :) **Schedule** * 17:45 - Doors Open * 18:00 - Start of Workshop * 20:00 - Networking + Catering **Abstract** Building reliable agentic systems requires more than evaluating individual LLM outputs — it demands a systems-level approach to testing, observability, and operations. This session covers how to design evaluation frameworks for multi-step, tool-using agents; how to instrument and trace agent decisions for debugging and audit; and how to recognize and respond to common production failure modes. **Who is this for?** This workshop is open to everyone curious about building with agentic AI. Technical background and Python knowledge recommended. **⚡ FINAL REMINDER ⚡** **You MUST register and be approved on Luma to attend. The event location will only be visible after your registration is confirmed by the host. Link: [https://luma.com/nklicoct](https://luma.com/nklicoct)** *** About BLISS: Berlin's AI community connecting like-minded individuals passionate about machine learning and data science. BLISS Workshops connect students and young professionals with industry partners. Website: [https://bliss.berlin](https://bliss.berlin) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bliss.ev.berlin

We will cover metadata-driven approach to building and operating data pipelines at scale on AWS. Discuss architecture, design trade-offs, and lessons learned from running a unified pipeline across multiple customers using configuration-driven workflows. **Presenter: Dilshad Nasirov** Seasoned Software Architect and cloud practitioner with 20+ years of experience building scalable systems and data platforms. Specializes in AWS, with deep expertise in data lakes, serverless architectures, and real-time data processing. Has led the design and delivery of enterprise-grade solutions across industries, helping organizations improve performance, reduce costs, and unlock data-driven insights. https://www.linkedin.com/in/dilshad-nasirov-4538431/ **CALL FOR SPEAKERS** Learn more: https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/ **THANK YOU** *Leading EDJE* for hosting our meetup! Leading EDJE specializes in helping organizations innovate and solve complex problems. EDJE does this with their "A" player team of professionals using agile methodologies and SCRUM management techniques to give organizations a competitive advantage that sets them apart. Learn more at https://www.leadingedje.com/ **THANK YOU** *Amazon Web Services* for sponsoring pizza! Learn more at https://aws.amazon.com/. **DIRECTIONS** 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300 Dublin, OH 43017 (3rd floor) **FREE PARKING** at the Endres Garage across the street, 6540 Riverside Dr, Dublin, OH **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab for a future meetup?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

Join us for **Ben Frain**'s talk ... Ben's book "Responsive Web Design With HTML5 and CSS" caught my attention (and should interest you as well). Find it here: [https://rwd.education/](https://rwd.education/) ***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

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Join us for an engaging panel discussion on **AI Agentic Coding** and how autonomous AI systems are transforming the way software is built. Experts in AI, software engineering, and developer tools will share insights on how agentic AI—systems that can plan, reason, and execute coding tasks—is reshaping modern development workflows. The discussion will cover topics such as AI-assisted development, productivity gains, challenges around reliability and governance, and what the future of software engineering may look like with AI agents as collaborators. Whether you’re a developer, tech leader, or AI enthusiast, this session is a great opportunity to learn, ask questions, and explore how agentic AI is redefining coding

**PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT NOTES:** 1. The dates listed for this series are about 95% reliable. We are completing our 2026 schedule as we speak, so minor adjustments are still occurring. 2. Each class in this series has an attendance fee, though this first offering is free on a first-come, first-served basis. 3. Each class, from BOTH a sign-up and fee perspective, is a separate entity. **Introduction:** HTML5 is the foundational technology for modern web development, serving as the standard markup language for structuring and presenting content on the World Wide Web. Developed through a collaboration between the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) and the Web Hypertext Application Technology Working Group (WHATWG), HTML5 provides a robust system of elements (tags) that tell a browser how to display text, images, and multimedia in a clear and meaningful way. It works in concert with Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) for presentation and JavaScript for interactivity, forming the core technology stack for virtually all websites and many web applications today. One of the significant advancements of HTML5 is the introduction of powerful new features and elements designed to improve functionality and simplify development. Key additions include native multimedia support via the \ and \ tags, allowing developers to embed media without third-party plugins. It also offers new form controls for better user input, such as date and email types, and introduces web storage capabilities to store data offline for enhanced performance. These features streamline the process of building rich, interactive web experiences. A significant focus of HTML5 is enhanced semantics and better structural organization of content. New semantic elements like , , , , and \ provide meaningful structure to documents, which aids in search engine optimization (SEO) and improves accessibility for assistive technologies. These elements define different parts of a webpage (e.g., a header for the top, a nav for navigation links, a footer for the bottom), making the code more readable and understandable for both developers and machines. This emphasis on clear structure helps in creating more logical and maintainable websites. Developing websites in today's competitive environment requires taking advantage of every technique you can to get the maximum exposure possible. Our HTML5 class will not only show you what's new in the HTML specification, but also the best way to develop optimized web pages that get the attention your client and/or company requires. **The breakdown of the four-class series is as follows:** **Class 1: Introduction to Web Structure and Basic HTML5** This class introduces the core concepts of web development, the history of HTML, and the fundamental structure of an HTML5 document. * **Topics**: * **Web Architecture Overview**: How browsers, servers, and web pages interact. * **HTML Fundamentals**: Understanding elements, tags, and attributes. * **Basic Document Structure**: Using !DOCTYPE html, html, head, and body. * **Text Formatting**: Headings (h1 to h6), paragraphs (p), and text-level semantics (e.g., strong, em, br). * **Lists and Links**: Creating ordered (ol) and unordered (ul) lists, and linking between pages using anchor tags (a). * **Activity**: Students create a basic personal webpage containing text, a list of hobbies, and a link to an external website. **Class 2: Semantic HTML5 and Multimedia Integration** Class 2 focuses on modern HTML5 elements that provide meaning (semantics) to content, improving accessibility and search engine optimization. It also covers adding images and multimedia. * **Topics**: * **Semantic Elements**: Understanding and implementing elements like header, footer, nav, section, and article. * **Images**: Adding images using the img tag and attributes like src, alt, width, and height. * **Multimedia**: Embedding audio and video content using the audio and video tags. * **File and Folder Structure**: Best practices for organizing project files and managing file paths. * **Activity**: Students refactor their Class 1 project to use a proper semantic layout and add an image and a link to a video file. **Class 3: Forms and User Input** This session is dedicated to building interactive HTML5 forms, which are essential for capturing user data and input. * **Topics**: * **Form Basics**: Using the form element, action and method attributes. * **Input Types**: Exploring various input types (e.g., text, password, checkbox, radio, date, submit). * **Form Elements**: Utilizing label, textarea, select, option, and button. * **Client-side Validation**: Implementing HTML5 validation attributes like required, minlength, and pattern. * **Activity**: Students build a complete contact form with different input fields, radio buttons, and basic HTML5 validation. **Class 4: Introduction to CSS3 and Basic Styling** The final class introduces Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to style the HTML content and make the web pages visually appealing and accessible. * **Topics**: * **CSS Fundamentals**: The role of CSS, selectors, properties, and values. * **Integrating CSS**: Using inline, internal, and external style sheets. * **The Box Model**: Understanding margin, padding, border, and content for basic layout. * **Basic Styling**: Changing colors, fonts, and text alignment. * **Accessibility Basics**: Identifying principles of web design usability and accessibility, including ARIA labels. * **Activity**: Students apply an external CSS file to their Class 3 form project to style the layout, colors, and fonts, culminating in a well-structured and styled webpage.

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)

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)