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Rust Berlin on location đłïžâđ - Edition 012
**Rust Berlin on location đłïžâđ** is a new, informal in-person Rust meetup group in Berlin.
We are a interactive meetup format interested in mob coding, deep diving and problem solving together.
We build toy projects, share experiences, discuss technology and learn new cool stuff.
And you are welcome to join!
No matter if you are writing Rust production code every day, if you already contribute to Open Source projects or want to start doing so, if you use Rust in hobby projects or if you are just curious what the hype and buzz is all about, you are very welcome!
To coordinate and plan activities, please join our **[Rust Berlin on location đłïžâđ](https://rust-berlin.zulipchat.com/join/gap4pdbz7xsquliiz7tgcyuk/)**[ Zulip chat](https://rust-berlin.zulipchat.com/join/gap4pdbz7xsquliiz7tgcyuk/)!
**Planned programme**
Being an informal meetup, we are open to anything between just meet and talk, explore nerd snipes and rabbit holes, mob code together, plan and build fun projects, tinker with electronics, and presentations with Q&A.
With the [introduction](https://berline.rs/2026/04/01/berlin-talks.html) of the new [Rust Berlin Talks](https://berline.rs/about#rust-berlin-talks) meetup series, **[Rust Berlin on location đłïžâđ](https://berline.rs/about#rust-berlin-on-location)** strengthens its focus on social community experience, the exchange of knowledge, ideas and perspectives, and the joy of spontaneity.
This time, we will try a new interactive discussion format: Jonas will introduce the topic of *The Job Market and AI* with an impulse presentation, then open up a moderated discussion with all participants. Letâs see where this hot topic leads us!
If someone brings other cool stuff, questions or problems, then let us dedicate the second half of the meetup time to that!
Anyone is invited to bring their projects and questions, show something, ask something, or explore a topic together. The best conversations and deepest rabbit holes can emerge out of seemingly nowhere.
**Projected upcoming meetups**
We schedule regular meetups on Thursday evening every four weeks, using the slot between the Berlin Rust Hack and Learn online meetup (every two weeks), and the Rust Nuremberg online meetup (every four weeks).
19 March 2026 is our twelfth meeting. Our next projected meetings are going to occur on the following dates:
* 16 Apr 2026
* 14 May 2026 (tentative, public holiday)
* 11 Jun 2026
* 9 Jul 2026
* 6 Aug 2026
* 3 Sep 2026
**Location**
Our meetup location is the new shared office community space of Ferrous Systems, Slint and KDAB in Berlin Mitte, for up to 25 people.
We are expecting to use this space as our default location for the time being, with the IN-Berlin e.V. community space in Moabit as backup.
Regardless, as our group might eventually outgrow the locations' size limit, we are low-key looking for bigger locations. If you know a fitting location, then please let us know in our Signal group! Another workable way might be to split the meetup into smaller, interest-specific sub-groups instead.
As the no-show rate on Meetup.com is rather high, consider showing up even if you are on the waiting list. We can't promise that there is any space left, but usually there is. So give it a shot!
**Accessibility**
The location has an elevator and a wheelchair accessible bathroom. Please note that the bathroom is two floors down from the meetup space.
On our quest for a bigger location, we are going to pay special attention to accessibility.
**Community**
We aim to create a safe place for everyone and adhere to the [Berlin Code of Conduct](https://berlincodeofconduct.org/).
Inclusivity is very important to us. If you are curious about Rust, but unsure if you are welcome to join: Yes, yes you are. Please come to the meetup! If you have special needs, please get in contact, we will try to accommodate you as best we can.
We are part of [https://berline.rs/](https://berline.rs/) and like to hang out in the Berlin Rust Hack and Learn online meetup's [Matrix channel](https://matrix.to/#/!xycQxSjSAvEezkyztA:chat.berline.rs). You are very welcome to join!
Workshop: Logo & Visual Representation for Freelancers
**How can freelancers create a professional logo and visual identity without a big budget?**
In this practical workshop, youâll learn the basics of logo creation, common mistakes to avoid, useful free tools, and how AI can support (and where it cannot replace) the design process. Youâll also get practical tips to build and maintain a consistent visual presence for your freelance work.
Participants will receive short takeaways with guiding questions and helpful tools.
**Room: 121**
Trainer: **Anna Martiusheva**, graphic designer with experience in logo creation, corporate identity, and design for print and digital media.
The workshop is limited to **10 participants** to allow time for questions and discussion.
This event is part of **WorkCoopHub**, funded by the IGP program of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE).
RED - A play by John Logan
**RED**
*by John Logan*
**RESERVATIONS** **& INFO** [HERE](https://tfk-berlin.de/?page_id=6936)
**Please note:** An RSVP on Meetup doesn't reserve you a place
**Actors:** Adam Ludwig, Josh Spriggs
**Director**: Brian Bell
**Assistant Director:** Izzy Rousmaniere
**Tickets:** 20 âŹ, reduced 15 âŹ
**Theatre:** [Theaterforum Kreuzberg](https://tfk-berlin.de/?page_id=5665)
Produced by *The Acting Muscle*
The eminent and idealistic artist Mark Rothko, clashes with his young impressionable assistant Ken in an unflinching look at two people's very different perspectives on what makes life worth living and art worth making. As they grapple with their art and each other, we get a front row seat to a generational conflict for the ages. Whose opinion is valued? What can art accomplish and what value does it have in our lives? A play about the delicate balance between making art, making peace with yourself, and making your own way in the world.
*Recommended for audiences 13 and older. Contains strong language. Herbal cigarettes are smoked onstage.*
**RESERVATIONS** **& INFO** [HERE](https://tfk-berlin.de/?page_id=6936)
**Please note:** An RSVP on Meetup doesn't reserve you a place
Thursday Jam @ Marameo
**PLEASE ALWAYS CHECK THEIR REPECTIVE WEBSITES! Sometimes they cancel events and you don't want to go there for nothing.**
This Contact Jam happens every thursday. Entry is 5âŹ.
The room is huge! Sometimes with live music.
Their Homepage (http://marameo.de/kurse/marameo-contact-jam/)
https://www.marameo.de/wp-content/uploads/marameo_%C2%A9Christian_Schneider_11.jpg
SU&W - XKölln Thursday
Come along, grab a coffee, shut up, and write! We will do at least two sessions of each 45 minutes of writing and two breaks. We will start the first writing session at 10:45.
For space reasons we only allow a limited number of attendees, so please update your RSVP if you can't come. We'll probably be grouped around the large table in the back room's center. In the summer, also outside.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
đș New in Town: Neukölln Social & Drinks
Moving to Berlin is an adventure, but letâs be realâthe "Berlin Schnauze" (the city's famous bluntness) can be a bit intimidating, and finding your people takes time.
Whether you arrived last week or last year, if youâre looking to break out of the "expat bubble" or just find some friendly faces in your neighborhood, this is for you.
Weâre gathering at **Ă Stube**, a cozy, alternative gem in the heart of Neukölln. Think dim lights, great music, and a relaxed atmosphere where you don't have to shout to be heard.
We can't wait to welcome you to the neighborhood. đ„šâš
đŒđ§ Neurodivergent Co-working & Networking đŹđ
This **coworking and networking** meetup is for neurodivergent people to get our tasks/projects/work done and to connect with other neurodivergent, whether for focus work or just finding someone who understands what youâre working on.
**PLEASE READ THE EVENT DESCRIPTION BELOW:**
So we can be self-accountable for our own comfort.
**Location:** WerkrÀume inside Humboldt Forum https://maps.app.goo.gl/Jw5totHbQadfsJsE8
The **exact area** of WerkrÀume where we cowork will be updated in the **pinned comment on the event page**, as it is a public space and we cannot reserve a specific spot.
**How to find WerkrÀume:**
* **If you are starting from the Front Desk:**
Find the large escalator behind the front desk. Go up to the 1st floor (one level above ground floor).
* **If you are starting from the Humboldt Bistro:** go to the other building. Find the escalator and go up to the 1st floor (one level above ground floor).
* **Final Destination:** On the 1st floor, look for the WerkrÀume sign.
**What to expect:**
* We usually use **[Pomodoro method](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pomodoro_Technique).** **When you are late** and the session has started, just take a seat and start working until break time.
* However, **feel free to work with how you are most comfortable with.** What's important is, we all become accountability buddies.
âš **Notes:**
1. **This a public place so bring your sensory management tools (earphone, stim toys, etc).** We canÂŽt control the environment if there are other groups having their activities.
2. **The WerkrÀume can't be reserved** so we will all help each other by occupying the seats.
3. The place has wifi, locker and toilet.
4. The space has power plugs, but only in specific areas. Please ensure your devices are charged before coming.
5. **Food & drink:** there is a Bistro but pricey. Feel free to bring your own. **IMPORTANT:** No eating in the WerkrÀume. Use the public visitor seating instead.
6. **Bring a coin for the locker.** Security may ask you to store bags in the lockers outside the WerkrÀume.
7. **PLEASE EDIT YOUR RSVP if you can't come.** This helps us better manage the coworking session. Your update is much appreciated.
8. **All organizers are volunteers who are neurodivergent individuals.** We ask you to **be kind to us** and for your **support in making the event an enjoyable** for everyone.
**Till then busy bees!**
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Agents & APIs Berlin Developer Meetup
Register: [https://luma.com/cc38ppvg ](https://luma.com/cc38ppvg)
Supercharge your dev game at the **Agents and APIs Developer Meetup** brought to you by Postman.
âââDo you:
* âââNeed to put your AI agents into production?
* âââCreate APIs that actually scale with your AI app?
* âââWant to meet other AI & API builders and share best practices?
âââThen this event is for you!
âââJoin us, along with special guests from \*\*[Monoscope ](https://monoscope.tech/)\*\*and **[Neo4j](https://neo4j.com/)**, for food, networking, live demos, and best practices on how to scale API development and get your AI apps ready for production. Come for the learning, stay for the vibes.
FuĂball / Soccer / Football - Göschenpark (Wittenau/Reinickendorf)
Please contact me on m WhatsApp if youâd like to join our group, as this group will soon be deleted from Meetup. 017684589930
Thanks, Marco
We play every Sundayâyear-roundâand are looking for a few players who are willing to join regularly. Average age is around 27-50.
We play on grass using poles as goals, which allows us to adjust the field and goal size depending on the number of players. Please arrive on time, as we need to divide the teams.
Game starts 11:30 sharp.
Wir spielen jeden Sonntag - ganzjĂ€hrig - und suchen nach ein paar Spielern, die sich vorstellen können, regelmĂ€Ăig dazuzukommen. Alter im Schnitt ca. 27-50.
Wir spielen auf Rasen mit Stangen als Toren, wodurch wir die Platz- und Torgrösse flexibel a die Anzahl der Spieler anpassen können. Bitte pĂŒnktlich da sein, weil wir die Mannschaften aufteilen mĂŒssen.
Das Spiel beginnt pĂŒnktlich um 11:30 Uhr.
#4 social writing club â Kreuzberg · Tempelhof (DE)
**Come together. Write. Support each other.**
âą Du schreibst einfach gern â egal ob Buch, Blog, Poesie oder Tagebuch?
âą Du vermisst GesprĂ€che ĂŒber das Schreiben und das, was dabei entsteht?
âą Du wĂŒnschst dir mehr Zeit zum Schreiben â und Menschen, die Ă€hnlich ticken?
Kreativ sein verbindet â und genau dafĂŒr ist dieser *Social Writing Club* da.
Dieser Club ist fĂŒr Menschen, die gerne schreiben und Lust haben, das nicht immer allein zu tun: gemeinsam Zeit verbringen, schreiben, sich austauschen und ganz nebenbei neue Menschen kennenlernen â in einem entspannten, offenen Rahmen. Ganz gleich, wo du gerade mit dem Schreiben stehst: Du bist willkommen.
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Wir treffen uns einmal im Monat in einem CafĂ© am Platz der LuftbrĂŒcke in Kreuzberg/ Tempelhof.
**Es gibt kein Thema, keinen Input, kein Feedback.**
Jede\*r schreibt fĂŒr sich, an dem, was gerade da ist â im eigenen Tempo, auf die eigene Art.
Zwischendurch und danach gibt es Raum fĂŒr GesprĂ€che: ĂŒber das Schreiben selbst oder einfach ĂŒber das Leben.
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**So lÀuft ein Treffen ab**
Wir kommen entspannt an, bestellen etwas und richten uns ein. Der Vormittag besteht aus **einer Schreibeinheit**. Wir schreiben in Stille â nebeneinander, konzentriert, jede\*r fĂŒr sich. Zum Abschluss gibt es Zeit zum Ankommen miteinander: Kennenlernen, Austauschen, Zuhören.
Alles kann, nichts muss.
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**âčïž Hinweise**
* Wir treffen uns in einem Café und sind dort normale GÀste. Also plane bitte ein, dort etwas zu bestellen.
* Die Teilnahme selbst ist kostenlos. Um die monatlichen Meetup-GebĂŒhren zu decken, freue ich mich ĂŒber einen freiwillige **Spende** **von** **2 ⏠bis 5 âŹ** â vor Ort in **bar** oder per **PayPal**.
* Eine Vorbereitung ist nicht erforderlich. Alles, was du brauchst, ist das, woran du schreiben willst â handschriftlich oder digital.
* Das Treffen findet auf Deutsch statt. đ©đȘ
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đïž **Agenda**
**11:00 â 11:15 Uhr** Ankommen, BegrĂŒĂung, Einrichten & etwas bestellen
**11:15 â 12:45 Uhr** Stille Schreibeinheit (konzentriertes Schreiben, jede\*r fĂŒr sich â gerne Kopfhörer mitbringen, falls es im CafĂ© etwas lauter wird)
**12:45 â 13:30 Uhr** Austausch & Ausklang
Meet New People @ Pariser Platz
* **Meet New People @ Pariser Platz**
New in town? Allways up for meeting new people? If so, then this meetup is for you! You will meet some people you've met before, and you will meet a lot of people you've never met before, so yes, this is a fun way to spend your saturday-evening in Berlin!
* **Hybrid Pop Up Meetup**
The idea of this meetup is to make it easy to meet some people before going to another meetup together. Not everyone want to go to another meetup after 9:30PM, but a lot of people do want this.
The meetup is hybrid, the first event-host far most likely wont be there. We'll ask people who sign up if they can be there at 7:30 sharp, and stay in this venue at least untill 8:30.
- **Curious, Retro or Modern** -
Curious people can take part in the meetup on internet only, for example for suggesting meetups to go to after this one is over, People who want this, can also go 20th century retro style and show up without a phone or whatever internetconnection at all. And those who want this, can also show up and be like modern people, which mean play with the phone a bit and talk to people a lot - this is a hybride meetup indeed.
* **Does this mean the event host knows where to go?**
This is the very thing it means! Which makes this the best choise to start your saturday-evening in Berlin! So, sign up - and be there :)
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Agents & APIs Berlin Developer Meetup with Postman
Community Partnership with Postman
Registration
https://luma.com/cc38ppvg
Supercharge your dev game at the **Agents and APIs**
**Developer Meetup** brought to you by Postman.
âââDo you:
* âââNeed to put your AI agents into production?
* âââCreate APIs that actually scale with your AI app?
* âââWant to meet other AI & API builders and share best practices?
âââThen this event is for you!
âââJoin us, along with special guests from \*\*[Monoscope ](https://monoscope.tech/)\*\*and **[Neo4j](https://neo4j.com/)**, for food, networking, live demos, and best practices on how to scale API development and get your AI apps ready for production. Come for the learning, stay for the vibes.
## âââSpeakers
* â\*\*[Zaid Zaim](https://www.linkedin.com/in/zaidzaim/),\*\* **Developer Advocate** at **Neo4j,** will walk through context Graphs and how they aid explainable, Decision-Aware AI Agents.
* â\*\*[Anthony Alaribe](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-alaribe-293a41bb/?originalSubdomain=de),\*\* **CTO & Co-founder at Monoscope,** will talk about a DIY Agent that could be your next on-call engineer and run locally
* â\*\*[Gbadebo Bello](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbahdeyboh/)\*\*, **Developer Advocate** at **Postman** will present a demo on the new AI native features in Postman and how they fit into your development lifecycles.
âââSpace is limited. Register now, and we look forward to seeing you there!
***
ââ**Keep the Conversation Going**
* ââStill want more? Join the **[#ai-conversations](https://discord.gg/ajCXuHrXfV)** channel on Postman Discord ([https://discord.gg/ajCXuHrXfV](https://discord.gg/ajCXuHrXfV)) to share your favourite tool, script, or workflow and meet other builders exploring the same space.
* ââFollow-up threads and resources will be shared after the event, so you can try everything yourself
***
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Poetry in the Park â International Day of Poetry đčđ â Social Butterfly Club đŠ
On the International Day of Poetry, weâre meeting in the Rosengarten at BĂŒrgerpark Pankow to write and share poetry together â in a simple, grounded way.
No stage.
No microphone.
No pressure.
Bring:
* A poem you love
* A journal + pen
Weâll sit on the benches, take time to write, and then gather in a standing circle to share â if weâd like to.
Iâll guide us through a few short writing prompts and weâll do 2â3 rounds, depending on the groupâs energy.
The focus is on presence, listening, and creative expression â not perfection.
Dress warmly â March can still be crisp.
Duration: approx. 75â90 minutes.
Afterwards, whoever wants can join for tea or coffee nearby.
Orga
This meetup is donation based. Your contribution helps keep this community alive and is highly appreciated. You can either contribute in cash or via Buy me a Coffee: [https://buymeacoffee.com/butterflyradar](https://buymeacoffee.com/butterflyradar)
Questions? Check our FAQs:
[https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/](https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/)
Meet your host
Iâm Julia â a Berlin local who loves bringing people together. My path went from growing up in a dance school to studying philosophy to working in IT support, and somehow all of that led me here: hosting meetups and creating spaces where people can show up, relax, and connect.
Insta [https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/](https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/)
LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/)
About
The Social Butterfly Club đŠ is a Berlin-based community that has been bringing people together for over three years. Each gathering is part of a larger framework designed to help friendships grow through shared experiences in the city â with a long-term vision of turning Berlin itself into a shared, playful experience.
**Curious to learn more about the Social Butterfly Club?**
You can explore the bigger picture and stay connected here:
[https://social-butterfly-berlin.kit.com/join](https://social-butterfly-berlin.kit.com/join)
Join our Telegram Group:
[https://t.me/+OnASVWZ7emhjYzEy](https://t.me/+OnASVWZ7emhjYzEy)
Support us with a monthly membership:
[https://steady.page/en/social-butterfly-club/](https://steady.page/en/social-butterfly-club/)
Sunday Silent Reading at the Bode Museum
Silent Book Club is a group of book lovers who enjoy reading together in public. All books and all readers are welcome.
(Kindly RSVP 'yes' only if you can make it, so we can save a seat for you and our fellow readers on the waitlist!)
This page-turning party will unfold in the Café (1st floor) at the Bode Museum.
There's no entrance fee, but please order at least one item from the cafe and don't bring any outside drinks :)
No quizzes, no pressure, no assigned books - just a group of book-loving souls basking in the beauty of silent reading.
**Our thrilling agenda:**
10:30 am - 11:00 am - Arrivals, ordering drinks/food (social time)
11:00 am - 12:00 pm - The Great Quiet Reading Hour (where silence is the star)
12:00 pm - 13:00 pm - Optional socializing, share your reading adventures or just keep exploring the pages
Stay for lunch, and who knows? You might just find your next favorite book over a pizza.
NB: If you plan to go for lunch, please consider bringing cash, as some restaurants only accept card payments after a certain amount.
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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. Weâll examine how Web Components enable design systems that work across frameworks, how they differ from serverâdriven controls, and why theyâre becoming a foundational layer for modern UI. Whether youâre maintaining legacy apps or building greenfield projects, youâll leave with a practical understanding of how to apply familiar patterns in a modern, standardsâbased way.
**YouTube Link**
TBA
COhPy Monthly Meeting
**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: Type Annotations with John Cassidy
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
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 youâll get the secret of how to gain control over your life so the highs are higher and the lows go away.
Wouldnât 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 youâre 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, AWSâs 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 Kiroâs 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 Kiroâs 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 â Associate, AWS Certified Developer â 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
Spring Social Bowling League đ„ł 20% Discount for NEW Bowlers!
âïž **Shake Off the Winter Chill** **\- Bowl With Us\! 20% off for NEW bowlers\!**
Our 6-week spring social bowling league starts in **April** \- trade social hibernation for strikes\, beers\, and new friends\! Whether you're looking to unwind after work\, meet new people\, or just have a fun night out with pals\, this league is perfect for everyone\! Chill times\, cold drinks\, and plenty of chances to connect with others\. No matter your skill level\, this league is all about having fun and meeting new friends\. **;)**
**đ Thursday evenings \|đ AMF Sawmill Lanes \| đ” $79 *(while Early Bird is active)***
**đšNEW to the league??** Use discount code (**MU2P26**) for 20% off - $63.20 *during Early Bird*
**đ» League Info & Registration**: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling
**Why Join?**
đ Itâs only 6 weeks - perfect for a low-commitment social plan
đ» Great mix of people in their 20s-40s, plus post-game hangs at the bar
đł Zero pressure - gutter balls totally welcome!
đ Free league shirt if you sign up early
đ§ Weekly trivia w/ prizes
đŹ Super social - join solo or w/ friends!
**Want in?**
Join our Meetup team Ballbusters đ **Click here to join** https://tinyurl.com/27x7kclx
Or start a team of your own with a few friends - weâll all be hanging out either way!
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League Dates (Thursday evenings): April 16, April 23, April 30, May 7, May 14, May 21
***(The MeetUp event date is deadline to register for the league.)***
**Cost & Whatâs Included:**
â $79 Early Bird registration - **NEW bowler?? Get 20% off with code: MU2P26**
â 6 weeks of bowling (1â3 games/week)
â Shoe rentals & full league setup
â Trivia, prizes, and great people
đ **SIGN UP NOW**
đ»League Info & Registration: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling
đ€Use promo code MU2P26 to save 20%
đž Follow the fun on Instagram: https://bit.ly/BowlingLeague-IG
đ© Questions? Contact the league: http://bit.ly/2nKHno7
Spots are filling fast â donât miss out on the fun times!
DoJo (Informal Python Meeting)
**New Dojo Location!**
**Buffalo Wild Wings in Grandview**
968 W 5th Ave,
Columbus, OH 43212
We're going to try a new dojo location for a few weeks and see how it works
Dojos are informal Python group study sessions where everyone interested in Python gathers to learn about Python, help others with Python, or just hang out. Everyone is welcome from Python beginners to experts. Bringing a laptop is encouraged (we'll have extension cords and power strips). If there's something you want to learn leave a comment on this invite so we can plan ahead.
We're looking for topic suggestions and people interested in presenting at our monthly meetings. To this end we've set up a survey form at [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15eBKF1nQQ2XS5gzD4rvhVRHMBEj7lJtHuA9wXupS3Uc](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15eBKF1nQQ2XS5gzD4rvhVRHMBEj7lJtHuA9wXupS3Uc)





















