Mechanical Engineering

Mit csinálsz június 18-án? Mert mi biztosan ott leszünk az idei **BeerUP Tech Fest**en, és neked is ott a helyed! A lényeg idén sem változott: izgalmas témákkal, pörgős előadásokkal és hideg sörökkel várunk. Aki volt már, tudja: a BeerUP-ot a hangulat és a közösség teszi azzá, ami. Itt a legfrissebb tech topicok mellett végre jut idő az ismerkedésre és arra, hogy találkozzunk egymással. Gyere el, és formáljuk együtt a hazai IT közösséget! **A részvétel ingyenes, de regisztrációhoz kötött!** Foglald le a helyed most: [https://digitalk.tech/beerup-tech-fest-2026](https://digitalk.tech/beerup-tech-fest-2026) Hívd meg a csapatot is! Használd a regisztráció után kapott kódodat: minden meghívott ismerősöd után egy sörkupont kapsz tőlünk. A promókód-verseny győztesét pedig külön díjazzuk az este folyamán. **Tervezett agenda**: **BrewStage program:** **17:00 - 17:25** Bonda Balázs & Szilvai Zoltán (Diligent) - Vibe Coding a valóságban - Hogyan dolgozzon együtt Product és Engineering az AI korában? **17:25 - 17:50** Tujner Viktória (ALDI International IT Services) - Geopolitikai játszmák hatása az információbiztonságra - Kína térnyerése az ICT szektorban **17:50 - 18:15** Rafael Keramidas (SideQuest Bar) - NodeJS is dead, long live NodeJS **18:15 - 18:40** Géresi János & Torma Zsolt (Audi Hungaria) - Győrből a világnak - hétköznapok és kihívások egy VW Csoport Kompetencia Központ életében **18:40 - 19:05** Czirok László & Kósa Eszter (TC2) - AI-alapú MSP működés: observability, automatizáció és Day-2 üzemeltetés AWS-en **19:05 - 19:30** Kiss Tamás (Dakai Group) - AI-ready organization: hogyan tegyük a business kezébe az automatizációt? **19:30 - 19:55** Lehóczky Zoltán (Lombiq Technologies) - Biztonságos webes platformok szabályozott környezetben: CMS, portálframework vagy egyedi fejlesztés? **19:55 - 20:20** Kiss Dávid (Nova Services Zrt.) - Egy kódbázis, sok platform – meddig bírja a web? **20:20 - 20:45** Tanx Wang & Bodak Dániel (SANGFOR - CDSYS) - VMware után: hogyan válasszunk új virtualizációs platformot pánikmigráció helyett? **20:45 - 21:05** Takács Krisztián & Nagy Gábor(Vivesec Box) - Hogyan védjük és használjuk egyszerre a vállalati adatvagyont? **21:05 - 21:25** Bíró Róbert (Uphome) - Okosépület-forradalom fejlesztői keretrendszer segítségével **HopZone program:** **17:20 - 17:45** Major Balázs - Data Lake megvalósítása adatplatform nélkül – valós idejű aggregálás **17:45 - 18:10** Kelemen Márton - Kiberbiztonság újratöltve: Túlélési kézikönyv az AI és a modern compliance korában **18:10 - 18:35** Boros Dániel - SIMD-től a GPU-ig: nagy teljesítményű nem-markovi szimulációk Rustban **18:35 - 19:00** Papp Dávid - A hálózat Shazamja: Valós idejű fenyegetésészlelés eBPF-fel és JA4+ ujjlenyomat-azonosítással **19:00 - 19:25** Borbély Máté - A naiv RAG-en túl: megbízható AI support rendszerek strukturált reprezentációkkal **19:25 - 19:50** Molnár Kata - Prompt, inject, breach – security testing az AI-korban **19:50 - 20:15** Peller Balázs (CDSYS) - Enterprise-szintű jogosultságkezelés - hónapok alatt az évek helyett **20:15 - 20:40** Előadó hamarosan (HexaIO) - Voice SDK a gyakorlatban: így lesz a hangvezérlésből beépíthető fejlesztői komponens **20:40 - 21:10** Varga Károly - A budapesti tech community: mi van a motorháztető alatt? **FutureShift program:** **16:00 - 16:30** Dr. Mezősi Balázs (CliMates' Alliance)- Hogyan tervezzünk beruházásokat a zöld átállás korszakában? **16:30 - 17:15** Cserneczky Tamás (CliMates' Alliance) - Hogyan alakítsuk termékportfóliónkat a zöld átállás korszakában? **17:15 - 18:00** Kerekasztal beszélgetés - Hogyan lehet versenyképes a magyar ipar a zöld átállás korszakában? **Egyéb program:** Az esemény során lehetőséget biztosítunk a **Kaptár Napközi** számára, hogy bemutassa tevékenységét és küldetését a résztvevőknek.

Please sign up in advance! Hot Paprika Presents: Budapest’s Best Pub Quiz! Sign Up: https://forms.gle/CouTc9QdmoPqEkRp8 Join us for the Hot Paprika Pub Quiz at Bunkert, kicking off at 8 PM! This isn’t your average trivia night—it's hosted by comedians, so expect uncomfortable laughs, unexpected twists, and an unforgettable time! What to Expect: Diverse Topics – From pop culture to history, no subject is off-limits! Comedian Hosts – The hilarious Tauseef Parvez will keep you entertained. Big Prizes – Weekly winners score free comedy show tickets & bar discounts . Donation-Based – Come, play, and support the show however you can! Gather your team, sharpen your wits, and let’s make trivia night legendary! Register now and don’t miss out!

Practice Buddhist meditation in the middle of Budapest! The meditation is suitable for beginners. Each regular meditation is guided and begins with a short introduction. (all together is about 30-40 minutes) Our regular Buddhist meditations have proven popular with people who want to integrate authentic Buddhist methods into their daily lives. For the modern lay person who is juggling work, relationships, and an active role in society, we teach a meditation that is easy to learn, and profound and powerful for experienced practitioners. The meditation originates from the Karma Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. It has a cumulative effect on mind, leading to greater clarity and calmness. Fearlessness, joy, and active compassion are the result of regular practice of Buddhist meditation. * Do I need any special clothing? No special clothing needed. * Does the attendance cost anything? No, the meditation is free.

English below \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 📚 Tarts egy kis szünetet a hétköznapi rohanásban és **gyere el** csendes könyvklubunkba a Fővárosi Szabó Ervin Könyvtárba. Hozd magaddal az aktuális könyvedet, merülj el benne egy órácskát, majd oszd meg velünk, amit olvastál. 🗺 **Hogyan találsz meg minket:** Az eseményt a Központi Könyvtár fő épületében, a **Metszéspont** termében (a régi tanulótérben) tartjuk: a könyvtárba belépve haladj tovább a liftekig, de mielőtt elérnéd őket, fordulj balra a mosdók irányába. Az ott található lépcsőkön gyere fel fél emeletet. 💡 Az eseményen való részvételhez nem szükséges könyvtári regisztráció vagy beiratkozás, csak jelezd, hogy a Csendes Könyvklubra jössz. 🥤 **Étel-ital:** Kérünk, zárható üvegben hozz magaddal innivalót, ha az esemény alatt megszomjaznál. Másból inni, valamint a teremben enni nem lehet, de az épület átriumában üzemel kávézó. 🕑 **A menetrend:** 17:30 – Érkezés és bemutakozókör: mit fogsz olvasni? –18:45 – Csendes olvasás 18:45–19:30 – Kiscsoportos beszélgetés a könyvekről (opcionális) 🍹 Az esemény után igény szerinti **afterezés** a [Prága Kávéház és Sörözőben](https://pragakavezo.hu/) (Baross u 8.), hogy ne csak könyvekről beszélgessünk! Ha csak erre jönnél, írj üzenetet, hogy ne kerüljük el egymást. 🇭🇺 Fontos: Ez egy teljesen **magyar nyelvű esemény**. A bemutatkozó kör az elején és a kötetlen beszélgetés a végén is magyarul zajlik. Az olvasás csendje persze mindenkié, így nyugodtan hozhatsz bármilyen nyelvű könyvet. **✨** **Önkéntes hozzájárulás** A Meetup-felület fenntartására elfogadunk adományokat, hogy eseményeket az eddig megszokott színvonalon és nyitott emberek között tarthassuk. Kérjük, amennyiben lehetőséged van rá, támogasd a könyvklubot! Az eseményen lesz adománygyűjtő doboz és Revolut QR kód. Köszönjük mindenkinek, aki eddig támogatott minket! Várunk szeretettel! \-\-\-\- Please note: This is a Hungarian-language event. The introductions at the beginning and the optional discussion at the end are held in Hungarian.

The Men’s Circle of Excellence Gathering, for men who seek truth, mastery, and a life beyond mediocrity. The goal is simple: to support each other in mastering mind and spirit, breaking free from comfort, and moving toward excellence in every area of life. Modern life offers endless distractions but little real connection. Too often, men walk the path of self-development alone, or struggle against the negative pull of today’s society. The Men’s Circle of Excellence was created to change that: to bring support, accountability, challenge, and community energy. We gather in person to share openly, confront fears, and inspire one another to reach higher. Here, power is rooted in virtue, strength is balanced with empathy, and ambition is guided by wisdom. How it works: • Welcome & introductions: Meet new members and reconnect with familiar faces. • Open sharing: Each man speaks about his current challenges, fears, or obstacles. • Honest reflections: The group responds with insight and encouragement. • Connection Time: After the circle, we'll have extra time to relax, talk, and build friendships. Recommendation: • Before the event, take some time to think about your current situation and what to bring into the circle. Limited to max. 8 men per gathering to keep the space focused, personal, and meaningful. Confirm your attendance to reserve your spot.

# Integral self-awareness workshops in Budapest Do you ever react more strongly than the moment seems to call for? Do you ever wonder why the people you love most can trigger the biggest reactions? Do you ever say something in the heat of the moment and later wish you had responded differently? Do you ever notice how quickly closeness can turn into tension, defensiveness, or withdrawal? Do you ever get overwhelmed by a tone of voice, a look, or a silence you can’t quite explain? Do you ever feel your body respond before your mind understands what is happening? The integral self-awareness group is a safe and accepting space where you can observe your inner processes and how you relate to others. You can gain insight into recurring patterns and experiment with more conscious, new ways of functioning. The group supports you in letting go of your defensive layers and connecting to yourself and others without judgment. This offers a deeply nourishing experience of acceptance, while also helping you become aware of inner processes that often remain hidden in everyday life. The focus is on experiencing bodily sensations and emotions, often beyond words. The practices are mostly movement-based and require no prior experience. The method is based on integral psychology, associated with Ken Wilber, combining Western psychology with Eastern perspectives to support personal growth and a more loving, present way of being. Join us if, alongside the flow of everyday life, you’d like to connect more deeply with yourself – both your light, vibrant parts and your more shadowed aspects. We work together in a closed, small group over four sessions, in a safe and supportive environment. **Who is this for?** This group is ideal if you haven’t yet participated in a self-awareness process – especially a movement-based one – and would like to try it. You’re also very welcome if you already have experience but are currently looking for a shorter commitment. **What is it about?** We all carry an inner child within us that shapes how we see the world and ourselves. It holds both our resources – spontaneity, curiosity, joy – and the deeper patterns formed through early experiences. This group helps you recognize and reconnect with these parts. **What will you gain?** • A connection with your inner child • Deeper self-connection and emotional awareness • Greater freedom in experiencing your feelings • Acceptance: the experience of being who you are • Insights and experiences that integrate into daily life • A taste of integral self-awareness work The sessions build on each other. At the end of the first session, we ask for your commitment to the full process. **Application** Joining the group is preceded by a short conversation where we get to know each other and decide together whether to work together. If the decision is mutual, your place can be secured with a payment of 7500 HUF, which will be applied to the fee of the final session. The remaining session fees are paid per occasion. Registration here: [https://forms.gle/9zeRqwDq25Nib6JC8](https://forms.gle/9zeRqwDq25Nib6JC8) The events will take place with a minimum of 5 participants.

[Please register via this link if you’d like to join!✨](https://www.sanctuary.hu/service-page/thursday-morning-flow-08-15-en?referral=service_list_widget) This morning Flow class is a light, continuous practice designed to gently awaken and energize the body for the day ahead. We don’t stay in one pose for too long — movement is guided by the breath, creating a steady rhythm and a sense of flow throughout the class. The pace is soft and seamless, helping the mind settle while gradually building warmth, strength, and mobility. The practice supports releasing stiffness, increasing circulation, and creating space for clarity, focus, and a grounded start to the morning. We close the class with soothing stretches after the dynamic sequence, allowing both the body and nervous system to soften and reset before moving into the rest of the day. Each class follows a weekly changing theme, offering a fresh focus and a new experience every time you step onto the mat.

Hot Paprika Comedy Presents: Open Air English Comedy Showcase! Looking for the perfect way to spend your summer evenings? Join us at Mixát for our Open Air English Comedy Showcases, bringing you top-tier laughs under the sky! Shows kick off at 7:30 PM — but we recommend arriving early as seating is limited! Entry is free, but we suggest a minimum donation of 2000 HUF to help support the hardworking comedians and organizers who bring these shows to life. We accept cash, revolut, transferwise or your kidneys. Expect a carefully curated lineup featuring the best English-speaking comedians Budapest has to offer. It’s the perfect blend of comedy, community, and summer vibes. In case of bad weather, don't worry. We have an indoor venue where we can host the show. Bring your friends, grab a drink, and laugh your way through the summer with Hot Paprika Comedy!

*“The idea that we live in a universe without meaning is a difficult one to accept.”* *―* Richard Dawkins *“Science can tell us how the heavens go, but not why we are here.”* *―* Stephen Jay Gould **Session in english! Also available on [consciouspass.com](https://consciouspass.com/activity/philosophy-session-science-noma-and-the-limits-of-knowledge-2026-06-19/) for Karma Points.** Science has transformed the world. It has allowed us to predict nature, cure diseases, build technologies, and understand ourselves better than any previous civilization. But a question remains: Are there limits to where science cannot reach? Should there be limits to science? What happens when science gets in other territories like culture, morals or values? * **The scientific naturalist view**: reality is ultimately explained through physical processes. * **NOMA** (Non Overlapping Magisteria) or the idea that science and religion answer different kinds of questions. * **Critiques of scientism**: the belief that science is the only valid way of knowing. Thinkers like Richard Dawkins, Stephen Jay Gould, and Mary Midgley approach these questions from very different directions. **You do NOT need to have read any of the books**. **Introduction of guests (15 minutes)** We start with a short introduction of the topic and of the guests * Which main driver do you think has the most influence on the outcome for a nation? **Questions (1 hour and 45 minutes)** 1. What meaningful things are there that science will never be able to explain? 2. If a belief cannot be falsified, does that make it irrational? 3. If science explains how something happens, does it also explain why it matters? 4. Should we trust science because it is useful, or because it is true? 5. Evolution can explain why humans developed morality, would that make morality less real? 6. If the universe has no built-in meaning, can human-created meaning be just as real? 7. Would a world with perfect happiness but no truth be better than a world with suffering but genuine knowledge? 8. Is religion answering different questions than science, or are they competing? 9. If religions disappeared tomorrow, would humanity lose something important? 10. If a religious belief produces good consequences but is scientifically unprovable, should we keep it? 11. Is believing only what can be scientifically proven itself a belief that science cannot prove? 12. Can religion remain in a “separate domain” if it makes claims about reality (miracles, creation, afterlife)? 13. If science explains how humans came to believe in God, does that undermine the religious belief itself? 14. If only scientifically verifiable statements are meaningful, is that rule itself meaningful or scientifically provable? 15. Problem of induction: If something has always worked in the past, is that a good reason to trust it will work in the future—or just a habit of thinking? 16. Problem of uniformity: Why do we trust that a star 10 billion light-years away follows the same rules as experiments on Earth? *** **RSVP:** Please confirm your attendance here on Meetup OR [consciouspass.com](https://consciouspass.com/activity/philosophy-session-science-noma-and-the-limits-of-knowledge-2026-06-19/) (get Karma Points for assisting!) In both cases, in case you cannot come, please yield your space to another person in the waiting list. **We are testing a different days and a different places. This is a tea place so you are encourage to try some tea.**

🌿 **Samurai Sword Training in Budapest – One-Day Seminar** 🌿 Step into the world of the Samurai: This one-day seminar focuses on the martial arts principle **KI · KEN · TAI · ICHI** \- the unity of body\, sword and movement\. Training is done with the **bokken** (wooden training sword representing the katana) and focuses on the coordination of posture, movement and cut – not on sport competition. People with metal Katana can use it for solo practice, unless decided otherwise on spot. 🔸 Calm, clearly guided training, suitable for beginners 🔸 Work with movement, stability, timing and attention 🔸 No pressure, no performance, no competition 🔸 Bokken can be borrowed during the seminar 🔸 Hand-crafted sword available, order in advance 🗣️ The seminar is conducted entirely **in English**. (Questions are welcome at any time.) 📍 **Location:** Budapest Metropolitan University 🕘 **Time:** 10:00 – approx. 15:30 (including break) 💶 **Price:** **30 699 Ft** (payment in advance) ✨ The number of participants is limited. 📩 **Questions and registration:** [marek@samurajska-skola.cz](mailto:marek@samurajska-skola.cz) We will be looking forward!

Hey everyone, here we go again with our next event on Saturday! I will host this session, so please follow my instructions! 🙏 IMPORTANT NOTE: Free Cancellation is only until Friday, 12:00 PM. If you cancel after that without noticing the host, You must pay the fee to compensate the court and shuttlecock. WAITLISTED ATTENDEES: If you are in the WAITLIST. Do not come Level of expectation : intermediate - advanced Venue: HODOS TAMAS Badminton Hall Our venue does not provide rackets, which means that you'll have to bring your own racket! There are 2 courts booked for us for 3 hours from 12:00 till 15:00. Showers and changing rooms are available! Extra Note Attendance fee: We will divide the court fee by the number of people showing up. However, in certain circumstance, when the number of people cannot is less than and equal to 12, The Host deserve to contact the people who canceled after the time designated cancellation time. The expected fee is usually around 2000-3000 HUF per person. Payment is done at the court. or The host will reach you out via meetup chat. !!!Last but not least: if you have signed up but cannot make it for some reason, just take a minute to sign off, RSVP = no. This is to help those who are on the waiting list and want to play. The cancellation time with non-sick reason should be 18 hours before the session. In case you are not feeling well on the session day, please kindly contact the host via comment or privately message him/her with the direct message feature maximum 3 hours before the session. Looking forward to seeing you! cheers, Yoga Liability: The participation happens on own risk. There is no liability for any accidents, thefts or damages from the organizer.

Hello everyone, Take a break from your week, make progress on your reading in good company, then join a relaxed chat about what everyone's been reading. **Schedule** 10:30 \- 11:00 \| Arrival & Introduction round 11:00 \- 12:00 \| Silent Reading Hour 12:00 \- 13:00 \| Chat & Discussion **Location** Metropolitan Ervin Szabo Public Library, Boulevard Library It will take place in the event room. After you enter the library, turn right, cross the lounge, and go down the stairs at the far end. If you bring snacks, you can have them in the lounge area. Whether you're a regular or a first-timer, you're welcome. See you there! **[Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/people/Budapest-Silent-Book-Club/61567388151835)** **[Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1271292-budapest-silent-book-club)**[ ](https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1271292-budapest-silent-book-club) **[Silent Book Club](https://silentbook.club/pages/about-us)** This is a free event, but Meetup has its own fee. If you'd like to contribute and help keep this going, you're welcome to donate [via Revolut](https://revolut.me/schmidtpeter), every bit helps! (we keep track of all donations in this [spreadsheet](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1C_N9CN_pQO5aUYezqzQW4GS7pr8IfplchwG8-ruZ19g/edit?usp=sharing))

Hey everyone, here we go again with our next event on Saturday! Tina will host this session, so please follow her instructions! 🙏 IMPORTANT NOTE: Free Cancellation is only until Thursday, 12:00 PM. Any cancellation should be done by Thursday 12 noon. Any cancellations after these fully chargeable It is mandatory to wear a dedicated indoor shoes (no outdoor shoes are allowed to be worn when entering the courts) WAITLISTED ATTENDEES: If you are in the WAITLIST, Do not come Level of expectation : Beginner Venue: Tüskecsarnok Sportscentre: 1117 Budapest, Hevesy György út, Sportscentre Map: http://tuskecsarnok.hu/wp-content/uploads/tuske-map-1-full.png Look for #7 on the map. More info in the "How to find us" section of the Meetup event. Our venue does not provide rackets, which means that you'll have to bring your own racket! There are 3 courts booked for us for 1,5 hours from 10:30 till 12:00. Showers and changing rooms are available! Extra Note Attendance fee: We will divide the court fee by the number of people showing up. However, in certain circumstance, when the number of people cannot is less than and equal to 12 people, The Host deserve to contact the people who canceled after the time designated cancellation time. The expected fee is usually around 2500-3000 HUF per person. Payment is done at the court. or The host will reach you out via meetup chat. !!!Last but not least: if you have signed up but cannot make it for some reason, just take a minute to sign off, RSVP = no. This is to help those who are on the waiting list and want to play. The cancellation time with non-sick reason should be 18 hours before the session. In case you are not feeling well on the session day, please kindly contact the host via comment or privately message him/her with the direct message feature maximum 3 hours before the session. Looking forward to seeing you! cheers, Yoga Liability: The participation happens on own risk. There is no liability for any accidents, thefts or damages from the organizer.

Every Saturday at 8:00 PM, we gather in the city to share languages, cultures, and conversations. [[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CrJ7hXrYgckCM0f1D4kRUZ)] Our group is made up of friendly 20s–30s people — locals, expats, and travelers alike — who come together to meet new people and explore different ways of thinking. Whether you’re new to Budapest or call it home, this meetup is your chance to connect in a relaxed, open-minded space. Join us to swap stories, practice new languages, and build genuine friendships across cultures.

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

## 🤝 Host Information A co-hosted event by ProductTank Columbus & Women in Product Columbus 💡 About the Workshop AI adoption is stalling across organizations — not because of a lack of motivation or tools, but because it's fundamentally a behavior design challenge. This hands-on workshop applies proven Behavior Design models and methods to help you move from a vague organizational wish to boost AI adoption to 3-5 concrete, testable interventions you can act on starting tomorrow. Whether you're a product manager, on a product team, or just someone trying to get AI to actually stick at work, you'll leave with a clear picture of what's worth focusing on, what to ignore, and how to drive real, sustained adoption — no guesswork required. 🛠️ What to Bring Laptop: Fully charged and ready to go. AI Assistant: Have your favorite AI assistant pulled up. (Dom will be using Claude, but feel free to use whichever assistant you prefer!) 🍕 Logistics & Perks Food & Drink: Pizza and drinks provided! Parking: Plenty of free spaces available on-site. ###

We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio! The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us! And yes, there will be free food. Please RSVP via [Microsoft Build //localhost:columbus | Microsoft Reactor](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27247/).

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

We're going to GameArena! We'll be in-person at the GameArena Gateway for our monthly COGG Prototype and Play event. Come to play and showcase your games! We're back in the upper levels of the catwalk area. It'll be packed with lots of camaraderie playing your game(s) and other's games on the 2nd floor. Light snacks and water provided but you can buy food and drinks at the bar (alcoholic drink ID required). [www.game-arena.co](http://www.game-arena.co/) **Attendees:** Don't have a game to show? Not a problem! All are welcomed and invited from all ages and backgrounds. The more we can have to play test our games is all the better! **Developers:** Do you have a game that you would like to get critical feedback on? Would you like an excuse to work on a game with other talented artists, programmers, musicians, designers, and writers? Digital, table-top, non-experienced developers, and the like are welcomed! We'll provide signage for your game to help others learn more about your work. Wifi, outlets, tables, and seats (though standing tables also) are available. Come to the Prototype and Play workshop to collaborate and meet local game developers for an evening of epic and raw game play fun! Play works-in-progress, show off your own game, work with others to add polish to a game, or even lend your talents to other fellow developers. For this event, light snacks from the bar and water will be provided! Though you can purchase you own if you like at the bar: [https://www.game-arena.co/menu](https://www.game-arena.co/menu) Can use South Garage at the Gateway with a $5 voucher on your way out. 75 E 11th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9) If you have any questions or comments, as always, feel free to reach out to us at [info@thecogg.com!](http://info@thecogg.com!/)

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code* Visual Studio Code is one of the most widely used development environments today, and much of its flexibility comes from its extension ecosystem. Extensions allow developers to customize the editor with new features, integrations, and workflow improvements tailored to their needs. In this session, we’ll cover what extensions are and the different types available, including full extensions written in TypeScript or JavaScript, along with lighter-weight extensions such as color themes, language packs, language support, code snippets, and keymaps. We’ll also look at practical reasons a developer might create an extension, from automating repetitive tasks to adding custom tooling. The session includes a hands-on walkthrough of creating a new extension, testing it locally, and understanding the basic project structure. We’ll close with a brief overview of how extensions are packaged and published to the Visual Studio Marketplace and other distribution options. **YouTube Link** TBD