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Liferay Events Today
Join in-person Liferay events happening right now
IN-PERSON: Data Streaming Meetup
Join us on March 17th from **6:00pm** for a Data Streaming meetup hosted by **Snowflake** and supported by **Dremio** and **Streambased!**
📍**Venue:**
**Snowflake**
One Crown Place, London EC2A 4EF, U.K. 5th & 6th floors · London
**PLEASE bring your PHOTO ID and REGISTER with your details for security purposes.**
🗓 **Agenda:**
* 6:00pm – 6:30pm: Food/Drinks and Networking
* 6:30pm - 7:00pm: Celeste Horgan, Developer Advocate, Snowflake
* 7:00pm - 7:30pm: Tom Scott, Founder & CEO, Streambased
* 7:30pm - 8:00pm: Will Martin, EMEA Evangelist, Dremio
* 8:00pm: Q&A Networking
💡**Speaker One:**
Celeste Horgan, Developer Advocate, Snowflake
**Title of Talk:**
I have no idea what I’m doing, or: building an Apache Spark to Apache Iceberg pipeline from scratch for data ingestion
**Abstract:**
Transitioning to Apache Iceberg requires a shift in how we think about data storage and ingestion. Enter: Apache Spark… maybe? Exactly how is an open question. In this talk we’ll go through the trial-and-error process of ingesting data into an Apache Iceberg table using Apache Spark. We’ll learn about file formats for Apache Iceberg tables, when to partition (and what the consequences are), common integration mistakes (as made by me in the learning process), and what Apache Spark does best, and when a different tool might work better. Most importantly, we’ll learn how to learn a new piece of software fast using AI to help rather than hinder.
**Bio:**
Celeste Horgan is a Sr. OSS Advocate at Snowflake. She got her start in open source at the Linux Foundation, where she supported the Kubernetes project on their documentation. From there, she went on to work at Aiven on open source data platforms, and now continues that work evangelizing data systems for Snowflake. Her work on inclusive language has been featured in the New York Times, and she lives in London.
💡**Speaker Two:**
Tom Scott, Founder & CEO, Streambased
**Title of Talk:**
Turning The Database Inside Out
**Abstract:**
Over a decade ago, Martin Kleppmann's Turning the Database Inside Out reshaped how we think about data systems, putting the event stream at the heart of storage and computation. That vision inspired a generation of systems built atop Kafka, Flink, and event-driven materializations.
But what if we never finished what Martin started?
This talk takes the next leap, reimagining not just the transaction log, but the entire database through the lens of streaming. We'll keep Kafka as our canonical source of truth, but enrich it with the missing primitives: long-term storage, indexes, and projections. To achieve this, we'll move beyond Kafka's simple produce/consume model and embrace Apache Iceberg as the new foundation for durable, queryable event data.
**Bio:**
Long time enthusiast of Kafka and all things data integration, Tom has more than 15yrs experience in innovative and efficient ways to store, query and move data. Tom is currently CEO at Streambased a company focused on unifying operational and analytical data estates into a single, consistent and efficient data layer.
💡**Speaker Three:**
Will Martin, EMEA Evangelist, Dremio
**Title of Talk:**
From Stream to Table: Building Kafka-to-Iceberg Pipelines
**Abstract:**
While Kafka excels at streaming data, the real challenge lies in making that data analytically useful without sacrificing consistency or performance. This talk explores why Apache Iceberg has emerged as the ideal streaming destination, offering ACID transactions, schema evolution, and time travel capabilities that traditional data lakes can't match. Learn about some foundational tools that enable streaming pipelines and why they all converge on this industry standard table format.
**Bio:**
Will Martin is the EMEA Evangelist at Dremio. Beginning with a background of statistical analysis in particle physics, his professional journey has spanned multiple industries, including banking, shipping logistics, entertainment, healthcare, defence, and customer 360. With experience as a data engineer, solutions architect, and software developer, he has spent 15+ years collaborating with companies and organisations across EMEA and APAC, including roles at CERN, Deloitte, and Tamr.
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N7 Life Drawing
weekly life drawing classes every Tuesday different model every week. In our Large open victorian function room. £15 to attend
This is a non guided class in a casual setting.
Bring your own drawing tools (we do provide the basics if you dont have any). All levels welcome!
For more info contact us on 07751881112
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tuesday-life-drawing-at-the-owl-hitchhiker-holloway-road-tickets-702448551527?aff=oddtdtcreator
Hope to see you soon.
XTC @ City Pride Farrindon (In-Person Round Table)
Join us for discussions about what’s happening in the world of XP, UX and software engineering in general.
**What to expect:**
Lively discussion amongst a diverse group of members within a friendly and safe space. New members welcome, the only thing we ask is that you care about software engineering and are happy to offer an opinion or two.
**When and where:**
Expect people to start arriving from 5.30pm UK.
The meetup will officially run until \~8.30pm UK (but you won't be kicked out!)
The venue will be the City Pride in Farringdon.
**Agenda:**
5.30pm Soft start - everyone mingling
6.00pm 15 mins for lightning talks
6.15pm Topic Proposals
6.25pm Voting on topics
6.30pm First session - break out into groups, discussions happen
7.00pm Come back together, summarise any a-has
7.15pm Second session - break out into groups, discuss more
7.45pm Come back together again, share a-has
8.00pm Wrap up, then either farewell, or carry on talking
Please do show the venue your appreciation by buying drinks & food at the bar, and leaving a nice Google / Tripadvisor / etc. review.
About XTC
The eXtreme Tuesday Club (XTC) is London's oldest agile meetup, and has been meeting since 1999. Initially the meetup was focused on discussing Extreme Programming (XP), but it has expanded to include anything XP, agile, lean, or the larger context in which we do software development activities.
We welcome all software development newbies, practitioners, and experts to discuss topics of interest over drinks.
Follow @extremetuesday (https://twitter.com/extremetuesday) on Twitter for announcements and updates, or use the hashtag #XTCLondon (https://twitter.com/hashtag/XTCLondon) to find and share insights.
Vibe Coding London | Social Jam
**Details 🚀**
This meetup is a **social coding jam** where we use AI to quickly turn fun ideas into functional prototypes. Whether you’re an experienced developer or have never written a line of code, you’ll fit right in.
You can use any AI tools you like: **Google AI Studio, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Replit**, whatever! And see what you can build together before the last orders 🍻
**Format 🛠️**
We’ll be teaming up in small groups (2–3 people). Everyone gets the same open-ended challenge (or a choice between two), and then it’s heads-down building with your teammates. The goal is to **vibe, learn from each other, and see where the collaboration takes us.**
**New to vibe coding? ✨**
No worries! We begin with a simple starter guide with example prompts and tips so even total beginners can dive in without stress.
***
**Schedule 🕒**
*(Doors open early so we can settle in — aim to arrive by 6:50 PM so we can kick off on time)*
* **7:00** – Presentation
* **7:25** – Assignment + team formation 🤝
* **7:30** – **Round 1:** Build together 💻
* **8:15** – Break (grab a drink, swap ideas, hang out) 🍺
* **8:30** – **Round 2:** Keep building 🏗️
* **9:00** – Optional demos 📺
* **9:15** – Hang out, network, make friends ✌️
***
**Who is it for?**
**Anyone!** Curious coders, tinkerers, designers, artists, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to explore AI-powered creativity in a fun, social pub setting.
**What to bring:**
* **Laptop!** 💻
* **Vibes** ⚡
👉 **No pressure, no gatekeeping.**
Just good people, fun ideas, and some fast-paced collaborative building.
TUESDAY STUDIO: COVENT GARDEN DROP IN LIFE DRAWING
**Its so great to welcome you back into the studio for our weekly drop in life drawing sessions**
Our Covent Garden space is beautifully spacious and airy – with lovely high ceilings and light- a fantastic venue to add to our portfolio which we hope you will love
As with all our drop in classes- expect professional tutors and models in an inspiring and unique space. With poses from 30 seconds to one hour- there is something for everyone. This is a general life drawing class with tuition for beginners and advice for those who are more experienced, all designed to encourage you to develop your own style and approach.
**Please don’t come to class if you feel ill- you can rebook to another date- just email info@londondrawing.com**
**Classes can be booked ahead via tickets below**
**We also have drop in places available- cash or PayPal on the door**
**[INFO AND TICKETS](https://londondrawing.com/tuesday-studio-in-person-tutored-life-drawing-sessions-2/)**
Easels and drawing boards provided Materials available to buy, or bring your own-
Paper 20p per sheet, charcoal 25p per stick
**Tuesday Studio**
**Every Tuesday**
**7-9pm**
**£15 / £10 students and under 25's**
**Tickets in advance – or cash / PayPal on the door**
**Venue:**
52 St. Martin’s Lane
Charing Cross,
London
WC2N 4EA
[https://westminsterquakers.org.uk/](https://westminsterquakers.org.uk/)
Sobell Badminton Club: Advanced
We're finally back at Sobell Leisure Centre:
\- Tuesdays 7pm\-10pm
\- Courts 1a\-1d \(courts 1a\-1c after 9\.20pm\)
\- Sobell Leisure Centre\, Tollington Rd\, London N7 7NY\.
We are a friendly, competitive club for players at high intermediate to advanced / league standard. Not suitable for beginners or lower intermediates.
We are always looking for new competitive players. The club has a regular attendance of around 25 players, and will be participating in the Middlesex league in ladies' doubles, men's doubles and mixed doubles in the 2025/26 season.
We play doubles or mixed doubles only, with top quality feather shuttles.
Please RSVP if you like to attend, or don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.
Guest Fee is £17 for the 3-hour session. Enquire for our membership options. Please be prepared to pay by bank transfer or cash.
The club reserves the right to charge the full fee for non-attendance or if you withdraw later than 4 hours before the start of the session (if your space cannot be filled by another person on the wait list).
For new joiners: Please be prepared to pay after your first few games during the session. You can also join our WhatsApp community if you wish - feel free to ask us to add you.
Bank details: Sobell Badminton Club / Account 43745220 / SC 230580
Liferay Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Life drawing class in Harrow - new
This is a new life drawing class in Harrow. The class will last for two hours and comprise a mix of short and longer poses. The event is hosted by Glen, an experienced life model and member of the register of artists' models.
Drawing materials will be provided, along with a glass of wine! What better way to start your early Friday evening and weekend? 
Alternative timings can be requested if Fridays do not suit you. One to one meetings are also possible. 
Come along, relax and enjoy a great drawing experience!
Check the class out on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/harrow_life_drawing?igsh=MW0zMnZudm9mNzVr&utm_source=qr
Introduction to R Shiny Training Course
***Please note: signing up to this event does not mean you are booked onto the course. For full details and booking information, please visit [Cademy.](https://datacove.cademy.io/introduction-to-r-shiny)***
**Introducing Datacove**
Datacove are a Data and Analytics Consultancy Team based in Brighton, with experience in founding many well-attended R & Python events. Plus, home of the EARL Conference! We work across multiple streams - from marketing and consumer analytics, to bespoke dashboards, process automation, and training! :)
**Introduction to R in Shiny**
Thursday 19th March, online 10am-12pm.
£99 + VAT
**Understand what Shiny is and when to use it**
* What Shiny does, how it fits into the R ecosystem, and common use cases (apps, dashboards, internal tools, data products)
* Differences between static R outputs (plots, reports) and interactive Shiny applications
**Learn the basic structure of a Shiny application**
* The roles of ui and server components
* How shinyApp() brings the UI and server together
* File structures for a multi-file Shiny app
**Build user interfaces with Shiny layouts**
* Using layout functions such as fluidPage() , sidebarLayout() , sidebarPanel() , and mainPanel()
* Organising content with rows, columns, tabs, and panels
* Adding titles, text, and spacing for clean, readable app design
**Work with Shiny input and output elements**
* Common inputs (sliders, dropdowns, text inputs, buttons, checkboxes)
* Displaying outputs such as plots, tables, and text
* Connecting inputs to outputs through the server logic
**Introduction to Shiny’s reactive programming model**
* What reactivity is and why it matters in interactive apps
* How Shiny automatically updates outputs when inputs change
**Create a foundation of a complete, working Shiny app**
* Combining UI layouts, inputs, outputs, and reactivity into a functional application
* Running and testing apps locally
* Leave with a foundation app, ready to learn more advanced content to build upon.
**Be ready to build your first dashboard or application**
* Understanding next steps, such as theming, modules, and deployment options
**How to Join**
Please visit [Cademy](https://datacove.cademy.io/introduction-to-r-shiny) to book your space.
Primrose Hill Life Drawing
Life Drawing Friendly sessions for all levels run by professional artist for 16 years. U
Claude Code for Technical Writers: Beyond the Chat Interface
🤖 **Most AI writing tools keep you in a chat box. This talk is about what happens when you step outside it.**
Led by **[Max Clayton Clowes](https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxclaytonclowes/)**, afractional product manager, we'll look at how technical writers — regardless of coding background — can use Claude Code to work in a docs-as-code environment, extend their documentation tooling, and build workflows that hold their own standards over time.
We'll cover:
\- Why Claude without proper context is a frustrating experience and how Skills fix that
\- How Claude Code enables technical writers to work with frameworks like Docusaurus without needing to be developers
\- Building and extending documentation tooling — plugins\, components\, GitHub Actions — that most teams don't have the time or skills to build from scratch
\- Using Claude Code to maintain docs at scale: auditing\, keeping content in sync with a changing codebase\, and automating the checks that keep quality consistent
The talk is aimed at technical writers of all levels. You don't need to be comfortable in a terminal to get value from it — we'll show a clear path from the Claude web interface through to Claude Code, and you can engage at whichever level suits you.
**Want to follow along?**
Pick the level that works for you and get set up before you arrive:
\- Web interface: A Claude account at claude\.ai\. Free tier is fine\.
\- Claude Code: Download the Claude desktop app at claude\.com/download\. Requires a paid Claude plan \(Pro or above\)\. On macOS/Linux\, run *curl \-fsSL https://claude\.ai/install\.sh \| bash* to install. Windows users can download the installer directly. No other dependencies needed.
Not set up? Everything will be on screen — you can explore at your own pace afterwards.
**🗒️ Agenda**
**When:** Thursday 19 March, from 6.30pm
**Where:** The Gallery @ [The Corner](https://maps.app.goo.gl/C1iSyEeMffB7BZjf6) (42 Adler Street, E1 1EE)
**What:**
**18.30 - 19.00** Arrival
**19.00 - 19.10** Welcome & Housekeeping
**19.10 - 19.40** Part 1 of presentation
**19.40 - 20.00** Break
**20.00 - 20.30** Part 2 of presentation
**20.30 - 21.00** Closing and networking
*All times are approximate.*
**📍 How to find us:**
Enter the hotel, turn right and right again past the bar to find The Gallery meeting room. Look for WTD signs and friendly organisers.
**📸 Photos:**
Note that the organizers will take some photos for the WTD group.
Soho Life Drawing Thursdays!
DROP IN'S WELCOME
*If you'd like to book in advance, you can purchase tickets [here](http://www.soholifedrawing.com/store/p82/Thursday_Drop-In_Life_Drawing%3A_Both_Sessions.html) . Otherwise please bring cash as we are cash only*
£17.00 (cash, £1 surcharge for PayPal/card payments)
Soho Life Drawing is a non-profit drawing group in central London that aims to make life drawing affordable and accessible while paying our models a fair wage. We believe that creativity is an essential part of well-being that is often stifled by the demands of busy schedules or fear due to lack of experience. We want to change that.
Whether you're a professional, student, or amateur artist you'll find yourself at home at Soho Life Drawing. Located in one of London's most central locations, our drop-in classes provide an easily accessible and nonjudgemental space for you to hone your life drawing skills. We offer a portfolio boosting mix of both short and long poses with new models every week, making us a great fit for professionals and novices alike. Our members come from literally all walks of life, so don't be afraid to drop by if you have no background in art--at Soho Life Drawing, you are guaranteed to find a supportive place to explore your artistic abilities.
Here's why you'll love Soho Life Drawing
It's a Great Space!--Our sessions are held at one of London's best kept secrets--the historic Quaker Meeting House, which provides an oasis of calm just minutes away from Leicester Square Station.
Short and Long Poses!--Our sessions begin with short, gestural poses and move up to a longer sustained pose. Our models are personally vetted professionals, and some of the best in the business.
No Need to Bring your own Supplies!--We provide clipboards, and pencils, paper, and rubbers are available on site.
Tea and Biscuits!--Yes, that's right. We provide tea and biscuits to keep your energy up during the breaks! Also, quite often homemade cookies!
Drop-ins Welcome!--No need to book in advance!
So come by and check us out—we look forward to seeing you there!
6:30-7:30 PM Guided Life Drawing
7:30PM-8:30PM: Tea Break + Longer Poses
We also host private events. For more information visit www.privateartevents.co.uk
Careers Panel at IG Group
**\*\*** ***When you RSVP, please ensure your full name is included on your meetup account profile to ensure successful entry to the event, thank you. \*\****
Join the London Software Craftsmanship Community (LSCC) and a panel of speakers with a wide range of career paths from **IG Group, Bank of America, Ohme** & **Codurance** for an evening of tech career advice.
**A big thank you to our sponsors for the evening, IG:**
IG is a FTSE 250 FinTech company building award-winning trading platforms used by over 340,000 people worldwide. Our mobile, web, and desktop products give clients access to thousands of markets — from stocks and shares to futures, options, and crypto — across 16 global regions.
We operate with high autonomy in cross-functional teams, moving fast to ship better experiences for our customers. With offices in 18 countries and ambitious growth plans ahead, we're on a journey to evolve our tech and push the boundaries of what's possible in financial trading. Come along to learn more about the engineering challenges we're tackling and the products we're building.
Discover IG at [https://www.ig.com/uk](https://www.ig.com/uk)
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Panelists:
* Tolga Sofuoglu - Head of Engineering, Ohme
* Nathalie Gavet - Engagement Manager, Codurance
* Qaiser Maher - CTO UK&IE, IG Group
* Micheal Nestor, Technology Analyst, Bank of America Merrill Lynch
The panel will be facilitated by **[Ed Farrow, Principal Consultant @ Codurance](https://www.linkedin.com/in/edfarrow/)**
Hear our panel discuss their personal journeys and strategies, including:
* Unlocking career growth and key points to look out for
* Navigating career pivots and embracing new technologies
* Practical strategies to land your next promotion
* Tech careers in the AI era
Whether you're starting out, aiming for leadership, or a seasoned pro ready to share your wisdom, this event is for you.
**Spots are limited, register now!**
**Agenda:**
18:00 - 18:30 - Arrival, pizza and drinks + networking
18:30 - 20:00 - Intros and panel + Q&A
20:00 - 21:00 - Networking & exit
A big thank you to our amazing sponsors IG Group who are providing the space, drinks and pizza and to [Codurance](https://www.codurance.com/) for organising the meetup.
Guided Life Drawing
In our beginner-friendly first hour, we offer verbal guidance on how to approach poses, and one-on-instruction for anyone who wants it as you move through the process by Ann and Jen (don't worry--if you just want to show up and do your own thing we won't be looking over your shoulder). We've seen and tutored artists of every level, from stick figure to full-on academic drawings, and are here to help-simply let us know at the beginning of class where you're at or raise your hand if you'd like personal guidance.
If you'd like to book in advance, you can purchase tickets [here](http://www.soholifedrawing.com/store/p81/Thursday_Drop-In_Life_Drawing%3A_1_Session.html)
ABOUT US
Soho Life Drawing is a non-profit drawing group in central London that aims to make life drawing affordable and accessible. We believe that creativity is an essential part of well-being that is often stifled by the demands of busy schedules or fear due to lack of experience. We want to change that.
Whether you're a professional, student, or amateur artist you'll find yourself at home at Soho Life Drawing. Located in one of London's most central locations, our drop-in classes provide an easily accessible and nonjudgemental space for you to hone your life drawing skills. We offer a portfolio boosting mix of both short and long poses with new models every week, making us a great fit for professionals and novices alike. Our members come from literally all walks of life, so don't be afraid to drop by if you have no background in art--at Soho Life Drawing, you are guaranteed to find a supportive place to explore your artistic abilities.
Here's why you'll love Soho Life Drawing
It's a Great Space!--Our sessions are held at one of London's best kept secrets--the historic Quaker Meeting House, which provides an oasis of calm just minutes away from Leicester Square Station.
Short and Long Poses!--Our sessions begin with short, gestural poses and move up to a longer sustained pose. Our models are personally vetted professionals, and some of the best in the business.
No Need to Bring your own Supplies!--We provide clipboards, and pencils, paper, and rubbers are available on site.
Tea and Biscuits!--Yes, that's right. We provide tea and biscuits to keep your energy up during the breaks! Also, quite often homemade cookies!
Drop-ins Welcome!--No need to book in advance!
So come by and check us out—we look forward to seeing you there!
Timetable
6:30-7:30 PM Guided Life Drawing (Pose Length: 2min min. building to 15 min max)
7:30PM-7:40/4545PM: Tea Break
7:45-8:00PM: Life Drawing: Longer Poses (5 min min building to 20/28+ min max)
\*We charge by the hour: £12.00 1 Hour; £14.00 2 Hours
For more info about our classes and about us please visit www.soholifedrawing.com
We also host private events. For more information visit www.privateartevents.co.uk
Liferay Events Near You
Connect with your local Liferay community
From Web Forms to Web Components - Burton Smith
**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you.
The building address is 4450 Bridge Park
The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400
**Abstract**
Web Forms gave .NET developers a powerful abstraction for building reusable UI controls long before design systems were a thing. Web Components finally bring that same idea to the browser natively.
This session explores how the Web Forms mindset translates into Custom Elements, Shadow DOM, and HTML templates. We’ll examine how Web Components enable design systems that work across frameworks, how they differ from server‑driven controls, and why they’re becoming a foundational layer for modern UI. Whether you’re maintaining legacy apps or building greenfield projects, you’ll leave with a practical understanding of how to apply familiar patterns in a modern, standards‑based way.
**YouTube Link**
TBA
What Causes Your Roller Coasters in Life?
Do you sometimes feel like you do well in life then something happens and you slide back, never quite getting ahead.
At this Meetup you'll find out how to identify what actually causes the lows, the highs and everything in between. More importantly you’ll get the secret of how to gain control over your life so the highs are higher and the lows go away.
Wouldn’t it be nice to stop the wild roller coaster ride for good? Or at least make it a fun roller coaster ride, with more ups and downs.
There is a hidden factor that will be going over and you’re going to be quite surprised what it is and how much it affects your life.
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to the event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is hosted at the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center.
From Idea to Working App in Minutes: The Agentic Development with Amazon Kiro
Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way.
In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents.
In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding.
What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy
Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025
Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs
Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving
Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows.
**Speakers Bio:**
Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale.
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/)
Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry.
Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives.
Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/)
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com
Conquer Negative Emotion To Have a Happier Life!
Do you want more Self Confidence, less Self Doubt, more Happiness, less Anxiety, and more Love? This event is an introduction to how to handle irrational emotion. How often are yours or another's emotions out of control? What is that about??? I have asked these questions and after much search have found answers and am sharing.
Maybe you have suffered a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? After that, you try to move on but you just can't. Possibly you have a thought or emotion that hangs around for days and you just can't shake it. What is all this stress, anxiety, depression, and self doubt? It's just crazy! It's not the real you. You can find out what is at the root of all this.
This is a local event.
Areas you can change with the right information:
* Control of unwanted emotions
* Lack of confidence
* Grief
* Anxiety
* Anger management
* Creating ideal relationships
* Memory
* and more...
This is a local meeting that can start you on the way to a better life, more confidence and less negativity. All the happiness you have lies within you. Let's find it!
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is created by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.
ServiceNow's Got Talent
Builders, creators, architects, admins, consultants - come one, come all. This one's for you.
We're bringing a little friendly competition to the Columbus ServiceNow community while highlighting the cool things people have built on the platform.
Five presenters will take the stage to showcase something they've built, solved, designed, or imagined on the ServiceNow platform - and a panel of judges (plus YOU, our amazing audience) will score them live.
So basically, America's Got Talent but make it ServiceNow's Got Talent.
Bring a notepad if you'd like 'cause you'll definitely be learning something new.
Each presenter gets 10 minutes max to wow the crowd with:
• A demo
• A real-world business solution
• A bold idea
• A UX transformation
• Or a creative use of the platform
Judging Criteria:
🏆 Business Value
🚀 Innovation
✨ User Experience
This event is about celebrating ideas, sharing knowledge, and showing how ServiceNow can drive both business impact and meaningful user value.
Come learn. Come support. Come get inspired.
Refreshments and bites will be provided.
And maybe next time… you’ll be on stage.
Rays Of Light Spiritualist Church Service
Rev. Steven Clevenger is an ordained spiritualist minister with over 40 years experience as a Spiritual Healer, Clairvoyant and Spiritual Teacher, educated and trained at the White Lily Chapel.
Rev. Siobhan Wolf Shaffer is an ordained spiritualist minister and certified medium and healer with over 20 years experience. She began her development in 1988 in Pennsylvania and continued when she moved to Ohio in 1998 where she studied at Rays of Lights Church with Rev. Steven Clevenger.
Our full worship services consist of an inspirational lecture, healing meditation, and messages from the spirit world that serve to demonstrate evidence of eternal life.
Please visit our Official Church Website (http://raysoflightchurch.com) for more information.
Columbus HUG March
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/cbus-hug-2026/





















