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Open Draw
Kommt am 2. Montagabend im Monat ins Offene Wohnzimmer zum Open Draw!
Raucht Euch auch manchmal der Kopf von zu viel PC-Arbeit? Der Asphalt der Stadt ist heute wieder viel zu grau? Ihr würdet am liebsten mal wieder wild auf einem Blatt Papier rumklecksen oder gedankenverlorene Linien zeichnen?
Höchste Zeit zur Tat zu schreiten!
Wir wollen in entspannter Atmosphäre die kreativen Zellen auf Volldampf fahren und uns der Inspiration überlassen. Mit Musik im Hintergrund sowie Wein, Tee und Snacks im Repertoire wird dann gekleckst, gemalt, gezeichnet, geklebt, geredet und gelacht. Das Ganze kann sehr ambitioniert stattfinden, aber genauso zum Hirn-abschalten dienen. Austausch, Bilderswapping und gegenseitige Tipps/Kritik sind sehr willkommen.
Material stellen wir (Kreide, Bleistift, Wasserfarbe, Acrylfarbe, Pastellstifte, Kohle, Papierbögen, Spiegel, Postkarten, Zeichenbücher, Illustrierte).
Sujet kann alles sein: Der/die Tischnächste, der letzte Traum, oder der Feldhase Dürers. Technik auch: Von (Selbst)portrait über Stilleben bis zur Comiczeichnung soll alles abgedeckt werden.
Wir bieten jeden 2. Montag im Monat offene Treffen zum kreativen Arbeiten sowie gelegentlich technik- und themenbasierte Workshops an.
Wie immer wird um eine Spende für Raummiete/Material von 5-10€ gebeten.
Anmeldung: Katharinav.runnen@gmx.de
13. Flow Game Salon 🌀
\*\*\* English below \*\*\*
### Einladung
**Du bringst die Frage**
**Das Spiel bringt die Klarheit**
**Wir halten den Raum**
Du bist herzlich eingeladen, gemeinsam mit anderen einen achtsam gestalteten Raum für tiefgehende Fragen und persönliche Klärung zu betreten. Der Flow Game Salon bietet dir die Gelegenheit, mit einer für dich bedeutungsvollen Frage präsent zu sein – und im Kreis neue Perspektiven und Resonanz zu erleben. Das Flow Game ist ein dialogisches Reflexionsspiel, das dich einlädt, innezuhalten, zuzuhören und Impulse für das zu empfangen, was in deinem Leben gerade zählt. Keine Vorkenntnisse erforderlich!
**Ort:** Facilitation Academy, Wilhelmshavener Street. 18, 10551 Berlin
**Sprache:** Meist Deutsch oder Englisch (wir passen uns an, nach Bedarf)
**Spendenbasis:** 20–50 € pro Person inkl. Hosting, Vorbereitung, Raum und Snacks (Empfehlung)
### 🕒 Ablauf (ca.)
* **15:45 – 16:00** – Ankommen
* **16:00 – 16:45** – Check-in-Fragen & Café
* **16:45 – 19:30** – Flow Game spielen (im Kreis oder in Kleingruppen)
* **19:30 – 20:00** – Reflexion & gemeinsamer Abschluss
### Praktisches
* Komme gern in bequemer Kleidung – wir sitzen und bewegen uns vielleicht leicht im Raum.
* Es gibt Tee, Kaffee, Wasser und kleine Snacks. Wenn du etwas Besonderes mitbringen oder teilen möchtest, sehr gerne!
* Wir sind ein wechselnder Kreis von Gastgeber:innen aus dem Berliner Flow Game Netzwerk. Die jeweils anwesenden Hosts bestätigen ihre Teilnahme im jeweiligen Event.
* Je nach Gruppengröße spielen wir in einem gemeinsamen Kreis oder in parallelen Gruppen in verschiedenen Räumen.
Wir freuen uns auf dich – und deine Frage. Jede Perspektive bereichert den Kreis, unabhängig von deiner bisherigen Erfahrung mit dem Flow Game.
Herzlich,
das Flow Game Salon Team
**\*\*\* english Version \*\*\***
**Invitation**
**You bring the question**
**The game brings the clarity**
**We hold the space**
You are invited to join others in a mindfully designed space for deep questions and personal clarification. The Flow Game Salon offers you the opportunity to be present with a question that is meaningful to you - and to experience new perspectives and resonance in the circle. The Flow Game is a dialogical reflection game that invites you to pause, listen and receive impulses for what matters in your life right now. No previous knowledge required!
Location: Facilitation Academy, Wilhelmshavener Street. 18, 10551 Berlin
Language: Mostly German or English (we adapt as needed)
Donation basis: 20-50 € per person incl. hosting, preparation, room and snacks (recommended)
**Schedule (approx.)**
15:45 - 16:00 - Arrival
16:00 - 16:45 - Check-in questions & café
16:45 - 19:30 - Play flow game (in a circle or in small groups)
19:30 - 20:00 - Reflection & closing together
**Practical**
* Come in comfortable clothes - we may sit and move around the room slightly.
* There will be tea, coffee, water and snacks. If you would like to bring or share something special, please feel free!
* We are a rotating group of hosts from the Berlin Flow Game network. The hosts present confirm their participation in the respective event.
We look forward to hearing from you - and your question. Every perspective enriches the circle, regardless of your previous experience with the Flow Game.
Sincerely,
the Flow Game Salon Team
New in Berlin: Soft Connections – Social Butterfly Club 🦋
Not every connection needs intensity. Some are built slowly, in small exchanges and shared laughter.
This Social Butterfly Club Meetup is about low-pressure conversations and genuine presence. A space where you can be curious without performing, open without oversharing, and social without exhausting yourself. 🌙
If you enjoy meaningful encounters that feel light but real — this evening is for you.
✨ Suggested Ice Breaker Question:
“What makes a conversation feel easy for you?”
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
I’m Julia — 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 🦋 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 — 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)
Monday evening Basketball at Bergstr in Berlin Mitte 10115
We play half court 4x4 amateur basketball.
All levels are welcome but you should be able to play and know the basic rules.
Don't be alarmed by the low attendee number, this group is mostly managed through WhatsApp today, we'll add you when you come play.
The Sandwich Open Mic
🥪THE SANDWICH MIC 🥪
It’s a *show up, go up* comedy open mic — 12 spots total!
Bring your jokes, your friends, and your best punchlines.
🎟️ Free reservations for guests (we appreciate donations at the end).
💥 Good vibes, cold drinks, and fresh laughs every week.
German Sprachcafé at Denizen! From A1 to B1 *Read Description
**Hi everyone!**
We’ll now be meeting twice a week at Denizen House (Köpenicker Str. 40, 10179 Berlin), on **Mondays and Wednesdays**!
* **Mondays:** levels A1 to B1
* **Wednesdays:** levels B1 to C1
We work with dedicated materials tailored to each level, so everyone will have a place to practice and improve.
**Event schedule**
* **18:00 – 18:30** Arrival and registration
* **18:30 – 19:50** Sprachcafé
* **19:50 – 20:00** End and clean up
Please be aware that the moderated event starts at **18:30**. Before this time, we are busy setting up the space.
Registrations usually take place around **18:15 / 18:20**.
Participants are kindly asked **not to arrive too far in advance** at the house.
If someone arrives much earlier, Denizen may ask them to pay either for a drink (consumption) or for a **day pass**, as the space is a co-working environment during the day. **Please remember, our event is only happening from 18:00 to 20:00**
**How the Sprachcafé works**
We use different materials to help participants gain confidence in German. Together with whiteboards and our volunteers, the Sprachcafé is based on **interactive conversations** in small groups.
**Participation fee**
The Sprachcafé has a **participation fee of 5 €**, which helps cover organizational costs and **includes one soft drink for free**.
Tickets can be purchased directly on the day of the event, card and cash payments are accepted.
As the Sprachcafé has become very popular, we now need to **limit the number of participants**. Please understand this measure; it ensures that everyone has a comfortable space to practice.
We kindly ask you to be **rücksichtsvoll** and only RSVP “Yes” if you are certain you can attend.
If your plans change at the last minute, please update your RSVP so someone on the waiting list can take your spot.
Getting your ticket early can help secure your place.
**Please note**
Our event will begin **promptly** at the scheduled start time.
If you arrive late, we cannot guarantee your participation, even if you have a ticket or have RSVP’d.
We encourage all guests to arrive on time to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
**About Denizen**
Denizen is a new-style co-working space focused on being an integral part of local communities.
Located on the ground floor of the historic Eiswerk on Köpenicker Straße in Kreuzberg, Denizen House is a communal place providing work, refreshment, and recreational facilities throughout the day. Think of it as a living room for the neighborhood.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to let me know.
If you’d like to contribute to this night, send me a message!
Ich freue mich schon!
Grüße,
**Nacho**
Lerne Reden zu halten und Menschen zu begeistern | Berliner Rhetorikmeister
Liebe Rhetorikfreunde,
Habt ihr Lust, die Kunst des Redens zu erlernen?
Du kannst als Gast einfach reinschnuppern oder als Clubmitglied das volle Programme nutzen.
Mithilfe eines ausgezeichneten praxisorientierten Programms kannst du einen von 11 verschiedenen Lernpfaden auswählen und in 5 aufeinander aufbauenden Stufen lernen:
* frei und ohne Blackout zu reden
* unterhaltsam und überzeugend zu präsentieren
* souverän zu moderieren
* Deine Körpersprache wirkungsvoll einzusetzen
* spontan zu einem vorher unbekannten Thema zu pitchen
Haben wir dich neugierig gemacht?
Ganz gleich, ob du einfach mal „reinschnuppern“ oder dein Können gleich mit einer kurzen Stegreifrede unter Beweis stellen möchtest – wir freuen uns auf dich.
Willkommen sind
* Redebegeisterte
* Redescheue
* Kreative, denen die Werkzeuge zur Kommunikation fehlen
* Angestellte/Selbstständige, die besser vor Publikum oder vorm Chef reden wollen
Du kannst bei uns alle aktuellen Herausforderungen trainieren:
* Präsenztreffen vor Publikum
* Onlinetreffen
* Präsentieren
* Pitchen
Wir freuen uns auf rege Teilnahme und Anmeldung.
***
Der Eintritt ist kostenfrei.
Wir beginnen pünktlich um 19:00 Uhr. Einlass ab 18:45 Uhr.
Microsoft Office Events This Week
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Gin and liqueur tasting at Catnip Coffee!
On March 13, 2026, starting at 5:30 p.m., we have a real highlight in store for you! Together with Böser Kater, we are hosting an exclusive gin and liqueur tasting at Catnip Coffee, the cozy cat café in Friedrichshain!
**Tl;dr version:**
Location: Catnip Coffee, Warschauer Str. 69, 10243 Berlin
Admission: from 5:30 p.m.
Start of the tasting: 6:00 p.m.
End: approx. 8:00 p.m.
Beverages: 4 special cocktails, water, snacks
Tickets: [Only here](https://catnip-coffee.sumupstore.com/produkt/ticket-tasting-event-mit-boser-kater-am-13-03-2026)
Catnip Coffee: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/catnip.coffee/)
**The event:**
Look forward to an exciting journey with 4 rounds of tasting! Experience extraordinary creations, learn exciting details about the products, and enjoy the evening while our four fluffballs cozy up in the café.
The event will take place in a closed, private setting outside of our regular opening hours. To make it really cozy, seats are limited to only 20 tickets!
**Tickets & what to expect:**
A ticket costs 14.99 EUR. This includes all tasting drinks for the various rounds, as well as water and snacks to neutralize between courses. Important: As this event involves alcohol, participation is strictly limited to those aged 18 and over!
**Important booking information:**
Tickets are only available in advance from our online shop [here](https://catnip-coffee.sumupstore.com/produkt/ticket-tasting-event-mit-boser-kater-am-13-03-2026). There will be no box office. As we calculate the seating and tasting drinks for this unique event precisely, tickets cannot be canceled or returned. If you are unable to attend at short notice (e.g., due to illness), you are welcome to pass on your ticket, which you will receive by email, to another adult.
We look forward to a purr-fect evening with you!
Hands-On Data Engineering: From Zero to Billion-Row Analytics [IN-PERSON!]
# Workshop: From Zero to 1 Billion Rows
Process 1 billion+ rows of real-world NHS prescription data with Exasol Personal.
Install the database, build a data pipeline with workflow orchestration, and create an AI-powered dashboard.
## Workshop Outline
* Configure Exasol Personal on AWS
* Build a reliable data ingestion pipeline
* Ingest 1B+ rows with data cleaning in staging
* Create data warehouse tables ready for analytics
* Build an AI-powered dashboard for instant analytics
Note: You need an AWS account with admin permissions if you want to install Exasol Personal yourself. Otherwise we will provide access to a pre-configured Exasol instance for your experiments during the workshop.
## Details
* Date: March 10, 2026
* Time: 18:00 (doors open earlier)
* Location: Hotel Telegraphenamt, Berlin
This workshop is part of Exasol Xperience 2026, an in-person gathering in Berlin for customers, prospects, and partners. The event offers customer success stories, use cases, panel discussions, and a chance to connect with the Exasol community. DataTalks.Club community members can attend the conference for free with code EXA-VIP-RDTC.
[https://www.exasol.com/events/exasol-xperience/registration/](https://www.exasol.com/events/exasol-xperience/registration/)
## Speaker
Alexey Grigorev - Founder of DataTalks.Club, principal data scientist, and creator of the Zoomcamp free course series. He teaches 100,000+ students worldwide and has 16+ years of software engineering experience.
This workshop is sponsored by Exasol. Thank you for supporting our community!
Philosophischer Stammtisch - Für Nicht-Philosophen ohne Stammtisch-Niveau
* *For English, please see below*
Der Philosophische Stammtisch ist für alle, die gerne über das Leben philosophieren wollen ohne dabei zu verbissen den Fragen auf den Grund zu gehen. Wir wollen gemeinsam zu neuen Einsichten kommen und einen Raum schaffen für Menschen, die sich auf tieferer Ebene austauschen wollen. Die Fragen können von tiefen metaphysischen Fragen bis zu praktischen Lebensfragen reichen. Diese Veranstaltung soll gerade auch die ansprechen, die sich über solche Fragen Gedanken machen und sich austauschen wollen. Das hier ist kein politischer Diskurs.
**Das Thema für diesen Abend**
Wird bald bekannt gegeben.
**For our English speaking members**
We will have one table where the discussion is in English and you are welcome to join :)
**Topic**
Will be soon announced.
Ableton User Group Berlin - 12.4 and Track Feedback
**RSVP on the [343 Labs Website](https://343labs.de/events/ableton-user-group-berlin-5/) to reserve your seat!**
Berlin Ableton User Group is back! This meetup is open to producers, songwriters, DJs, and musicians of all types and proficiency levels who use Ableton and are looking to exchange ideas, network, meet like-minded producers, and learn new tips and tricks from our presenters and fellow participants.
This month, 343 Labs instructor Alex Iso will walk through features of the new Ableton version 12.4, currently in Beta. Following the workshop, attendees are invited to share their music, both finished tracks and works-in-progress, in a track feedback session. Peers and experienced mentors will offer each participant constructive feedback aimed at helping you improve your track; from songwriting to arrangement to sound design to mixing.
Register now on the 343 Labs website and **bring your track on the day of the event** (mp3 file, email link, private Soundcloud).
To Customer Value and Beyond & OKR Leaders at SAP
We are excited to announce our next meetup, which will be hosted at the impressive SAP Berlin office. We are so excited to join forces with the OKR Leaders community to move beyond Customer Value and goal setting towards value driven integrated strategy execution. 🚀
Get ready for snacks, drinks and plenty of opportunities to learn and share.
🗓️ **Agenda**:
• 18:30 – 19:00: Arrival and Registration
• 19:00 – 19:15: Welcome & Opening Remarks
• 19:15 – 20:30: Goal setting beyond organizational boundaries: Still Cooking 👩🏼🍳👩🏻🍳
• 20:30 – 21:00: Networking
⏰ **Doors Open:** 18:30
📍 **Location:** SAP Office, George-Stephenson-Str. 7-11, 10557 Berlin
**Important: Please register with your full name for smooth check-in at the venue. Photos will be taken during the event for the purpose of sharing wrap-up posts and event summaries.**
Expect an exciting and engaged discussion and feel free to bring questions of your own.
We are looking forward to having you back,
Steven & Stefan
Acro Yoga Kurs/Jam
AKRO YOGA
Jeden 2. Sonntag: Kurs
Jeden 1., 3., und 4. Sonntag: Open Jam
15 bis 18Uhr
\*KURS\*
Partner-Akrobatik im Offenen Wohnzimmer - Open Level Class
Der Kurs richtet sich an alle, die noch nie Partnerakrobatik ausprobiert haben, aber motiviert und interessiert sind. Aber auch für Menschen, die schon Erfahrungen mitbringen, wird etwas dabei sein. Wir praktizieren L-Basing (bei der eine Person auf der Erde liegt und eine andere Person auf den Füßen oder Armen balanciert).
Wir werden uns jede Woche mit einem neuen Flow beschäftigen, wobei unser Fokus vor allem auf sauberer Technik und Sicherheit liegt.
Du kannst gerne alleine kommen, wir werden im Kurs Partner\*innen zum Ausprobieren der Flows finden.
Du brauchst: Bequeme, eng anliegende Kleidung, etwas zu trinken. Matten sind vor Ort.
\*OPEN JAM\*
Partner-Akrobatik im Offenen Wohnzimmer - Offene Jam
Du möchtest deine neu gelernten Flows und Figuren aus der Partnerakrobatik mit anderen Menschen ausprobieren? Dann bist du hier genau richtig. Wir wollen gemeinsam einen Raum schaffen, in dem wir gemeinsam an unseren Flows arbeiten und kreativ experimentieren können.
Nach einem gemeinsamen Warm Up wird frei ausprobiert, um am Ende bei einem gemeinsamen Cool Down wieder zusammen zu kommen.
Du kannst gerne alleine kommen, es wird genug potentielle Partner\*innen vor Ort geben.
Du brauchst: Bequeme, eng anliegende Kleidung, etwas zu trinken. Matten sind vor Ort.
\*\*\*\*
Anmeldung erforderlich : melde dich bitte an unter [akro@filua.de](mailto:akro@filua.de)
🚀 Learn Public Speaking — Every Wednesday - The Center, Potsdamer Platz
An inspiring, high-energy meeting of public speaking, connection, and personal growth in the heart of Berlin.
**Mercury Toastmasters Berlin** invites you to our weekly meeting at our new home at **Das Center, Potsdamer Platz**, in the stunning **Historic Imperial Breakfast Hall**. *Experience the **power of prepared speeches** loaded with bold ideas, participate in our **dynamic Impromptu Session**, and **gain valuable insights** during our feedback segment.*
*Leave with practical tools, fresh ideas, and renewed inspiration.*
*Whether you want to speak up at work, boost your presence, or just meet inspiring people, you’ll feel at home at Mercury Toastmasters Berlin.*
***
**[What to Expect:](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/)**
✨ A supportive space to speak, grow, and connect
🎤 Engaging prepared speeches
⚡ Fun, fast-paced impromptu speaking challenges
💬 Feedback session you can actually use
🌍 A friendly, international crowd (around 25–30 people)
**Schedule** (times may vary)
⏰ 19:15 - Doors open & networking
🎙️ 19:30 - Prepared Speeches
🏓 20:35 - Impromptu Session (Guest welcome to join)
↩️ 21:00 - Constructive feedback
💬 21:30 - Food, drinks & relaxed socializing
**No experience needed.**
***Come curious. Leave energized.***
***
**🤙 [Hear it from our members:](https://maps.app.goo.gl/eRtvR9DRNqU9WZQn7)**
*“You can sharpen your public speaking skills and gain tons of confidence, while having fun and making new friends. Mercury is well-structured, fun, and affordable.”*
— *Therese Pitt*
*“Mercury gave me a safe place to speak, create, and grow. I love the multicultural vibe and supportive community. It’s the best place to learn and have fun.”*
— *Krisztina Linka*
***
**[Did You Know?](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/about-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)**
Toastmasters is where people go to get better at speaking—and grow into confident communicators and leaders.
Today [Toastmasters ](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/about-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)has 350,000+ members across 16,000 clubs in 143 countries. And [Mercury](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/) is one of the best places to experience it.
So bring your curiosity, your energy—and just be yourself.
Whether you’re just starting or ready to level up, there’s a place for you here.
***
**[Wondering what you get as a member?](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/membership-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)**
Think expert feedback, real-world speaking practice, and a supportive crew that’s got your back.
[See you Wednesday night! 🎉](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/)
Microsoft Office Events Near You
Connect with your local Microsoft Office community
Building Agents with Microsoft Foundry
We will show a variety of methods for building agents that run in Microsoft Foundry. This covers the different types of agents: Prompt, Multi, and Hosted, as well as the development lifecycle using evals and traces.
CBusData - Discover the Power of Window Functions
Window functions have nothing to do with the Windows operating system but provide a “window” to a result set when used in SQL queries. They are powerful, set-based methods to view data in unexpected ways. Window functions provide easy, set-based solutions to solve some common problems:
* Using running totals
* Performing operations in intervals
* Identifying data gaps and islands
* Performing aggregates without losing detail
Many people are confused by window functions and do not know how to use them properly. This session will explore window functions, how they work, and how to use them. Demonstrations with several examples will solidify how window functions can simplify queries and make them more powerful.
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.
TBD
**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**
TBD
**YouTube Link**
TBA
Using Philosophy to Cope with Current Events
So this month's prompt is more general. I think we can all agree that we are living in "unique" times that require coping skills. I think that one role and/or purpose of philosophy is to help us deal with our daily lives and our "unique" times. So, let's share our feelings and thoughts about which philosopher/philosophy we turn to in order to deal with our crazy events. Who/what helps you stay focused in your daily life and helps you sleep at night. I find that Stoicism with a little philosophical pessimism mixed in goes a long way in helping me deal with what I see as very destructive, fearful and mean spirited public policies at both the state and federal levels. Hope to see you on March 28th!
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.
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**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















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