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"Climate change: I say the debate is over. We know the science, we see the threat and we know that the time for action is now" - Arnold Schwarzenegger Forget Skynet. Right now, AI's greatest threat to humanity is its demand for electricity. Anne Currie, co-author of O'Reilly's Building Green Software, will talk about why the energy demand from AI has exceeded anything we've seen before in tech; how that demand can and is being met using efficiency and flexibility by forward thinkers like Google and DeepSeek; and what you can do from your own desk that might have global impact on both the AI and the renewable power revolutions. Anne will be joining us remotely. Check out the Green Software Brighton [website](https://greensoftwarebrighton.co.uk/) for links to previous talks. Arrive from 18:00 for pizza and drinks. Talk will start at 18:30. We always head for a drink and a chat locally afterwards too. --- ***Thank you to Runway East for use of their space to host our events and to Silicon Brighton and the Green Software Foundation for supporting us.***

**Welcome to our Official Members Club Night!** * See our new payment terms, prices & updates below! * **Suitable for Higher Intermediate to Advance players!** Many of our players compete at a Division 1 Level in the local leagues! * **Guests of a suitable standard welcomed (if interested in playing league matches do enquire)** * To maintain the level of the session, it may be necessary to direct a player to one of our other nights at their suitable level! **New Payment Terms, Prices & Updates (from 9/9/25)** * **Make your payment when you RSVP** (bank details below), don't leave it till later! (unless on waiting list) * If you don't complete the above you will be removed from the list/added to waiting list! See T&C's below! * **Members and Guests prices have increased!** (see below) **SESSION DETAILS** **VENUE** \- Harris Girls Academy East Dulwich\, SE22 0NR **TIME** \- 7\.30pm till 10pm **COURTS** \- 4 **SHUTTLES** \- Quality Feather Shuttles **COST** - **Annual Members £10 per session / Non-Members £14** * Pay when you RSVP, or you will be moved to 'Not Going' * Membership (only applicable for Wed sessions) For details regarding membership email - [sandra1.crossfire@gmail.com](mailto:sandra1.crossfire@gmail.com) Please note Membership may not always be available for different reasons! **BOOKING YOUR SPACE** **1 - RSVP & Pay via Bank Transfer to NatWest Account Details below** * **PLEASE MAKE YOUR PAYMENT WHEN YOU RSVP!** If you delay in making your payment, your spot will be removed without notice, and placed in the the waiting list or not attending **PAYMENT DETAILS** * Bank - NatWest * Account Name - Crossfire Badminton Club * Sort Code - 60-24-25 * Account no - 10579109 * Reference - Your Name & Session date * * **Waiting List** \- Be sure to have notifications on from Meetup to know if/when you are allocated a spot\! It is your responsibility to keep update\. Payment will be required promptly to secure your place\! Cancellation & No\-Show policies apply\. * If you take to long to secure your spot, you will be removed from the waiting list, giving other players a chance to book! **\*\*\*\* TERMS & CONDITIONS \*\*\*\*** **RSVP & UPDATING STATUS -** \~ You can only RSVP on this website! A prompt payment will be required unless you're on the waiting list. ( a delay in payment could mean you lose your spot! \~ **You can RSVP until 7pm the latest on Wednesday!** However do note the cancellation policy/times below! \~ If you have **RSVP'd and your plans change, please update/change your RSVP immediately!** So that other players have a chance to book! \~ No rackets are provided **CANCELLATION /NO SHOW POLICY & PENALTY FEE** **This session does not give a refund**, however, if you cancel your RSVP before 48hrs of the session start time, we are happy to transfer your payment to the following Wednesday session upon request! (Contact Sandra) **No Show Penalty**. A £5 penalty will be enforced which is payable before attending a future session. Repeat offenders will not be allowed to attend other sessions! \~ **Waiting List** **\- Please do keep an eye on any updates as you will be automatically added if someone cancels\, and required to make your payment ASAP to secure your place**. Cancellation/ No-Show policies apply! \~ Please understand that a 'No Excuses accepted!' policy will be taken, and understand that purpose of the penalty system is to maintain the value of the session, and allow us to plan accordingly. We thank you for your understanding and support! Toilets will be available, but changing rooms & showers will be closed, so arrive dressed to play **DRESS CODE, WELL-BEING, CONDUCT & EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:** Please ensure that you wear suitable clothing and footwear for indoor sporting activity. Ensure than your jewellery is also kept to a minimal, and avoid wearing large ear rings, chains or bracelets/bangles. If your footwear and/or clothing is not suitable you might not be able to participate in the session. No refund of transfer of session fees applicable! Your health and safety in important to us, so if needed please seek advice from your doctor before playing any sports. You are also responsible for warming up/cooling down stretches to reduce the risk of strains/ injuries. Please understand that you play at your own risk as Crossfire Badminton Club will not be held responsible for any injuries incurred. We welcome players of all backgrounds, and treat everyone equally with respect. This is also expected from our participants. If you fail to do this, you may be asked to leave the session, or even banned from future sessions Thank you for all your understanding and support CrossFire Badminton Club

Looking for quality **business networking in London for SMEs and local business owners**? Join an exclusive evening at **Tide HQ**, organised by **GMax Card**, **Getshop Today,** and **Tide** \- three products built by founders\, for founders\. Hosted inside **Tide’s headquarters in London.** **WHY ATTEND:** * Free premium digital business card (£75 value) - claim it on the night (for paid tix holders only) * Real connections - business partners, co-founders, customers & more Practical tools & insights to run your business smarter Connect with SMEs and local business owners, **founders and decision-makers in the small and medium business area.** **WHO'LL BE ATTENDING** * SME owners and decision-makers * Small business, local business, and growing company owners * Founders, entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and bootstrapped business owners * Independent freelance professionals building and scaling their businesses * Business owners looking to grow their network, partnerships, and customer base **ABOUT THIS STARTUP AND BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENT** In the **startup and business world**, success rarely happens in isolation. The right connections unlock **co-founders, early customers,** and relationships that accelerate **growth**. But most networking events don't deliver that. After hundreds of iterations, we've built a **format that actually works:** * Well-tested icebreakers (optional, but they work) to break the initial awkwardness * "Quick intros" round - 30-60 seconds each so everyone knows who's who in the room * Short talks from [GMax Card](http://www.gmaxcard.com/) on strategic networking and Tide on founder-friendly business tools * On-the-spot [Tide](https://www.tide.co/partners-business-account/?ref=GMAXF2F) consultations - bring your banking and ops questions, get real answers * Drinks and refreshments for real conversations to develop naturally **Testimonials:** Check out [video testimonials from founders who've attended previous events.](https://vimeo.com/1162995661) **VENUE** **[Tide](https://www.tide.co/partners-business-account/?ref=GMAXF2F) HQ London** Tide's modern headquarters provides an open, professional environment designed for founders and operators and built for collaboration. Part of our bi-weekly series. **ORGANISERS** **[GMax Card](http://www.gmaxcard.com/)**[ - Free digital business cards](http://www.gmaxcard.com/), with Premium NFC smart cards and team networking tools. **[Getshop Today](http://www.getshop.today/)**[ - UK based eCommerce platform ](http://www.getshop.today/)to build your own independent online store in minutes. **Hosted at [Tide](https://www.tide.co/partners-business-account/?ref=GMAXF2F)**[ - The digital-first business banking solution ](https://www.tide.co/partners-business-account/?ref=GMAXF2F)built to support entrepreneurs and SMEs. **DRESS CODE** Business or smart. Dress as you would for an important meeting - polished and professional. **IMPORTANT DETAILS** * **Photography & Video:** Content may be captured by [CineEye Audiovisual Production Studio](www.cineeye.co.uk) for promotional use. By attending, **you agree to sign a media release form**. If you prefer not to appear in photos or video, please refrain from attending. * ID Requirements: Attendance for 18+ only. Proof of ID may be requested at reception. * Refund Policy: Refunds available up to 1 day before the event if any. Meetup fees are non-refundable (if any). **RESERVE YOUR PLACE NOW** **Limited spaces - early registration is recommended.**

**What we are about:** Life drawing sessions every Wednesday 7.30pm-9.30pm This class is for all drawing levels, aiming to improve your own drawing style and learning about drawing the human form and anatomy in a relaxed and friendly environment. The class invites you to study guided or untutored with professional models in a variety of different poses. Usually we begin with a series of short poses and warm up exercises from 1min to 5mins. Followed by longer studies of 10, 15 and 20mins. We have a small break and the we’ll continue with a 25 min pose and concluding with a 20 minute pose. A different model each week All levels welcome Guidance given/optional Drawing materials and paper provided and included in the price. We are a friendly, welcoming, sociable group. Price: Drop-in, single session £15 - weekly sessions art materials and paper provided You can pay by cash or use this pay pal link : // [paypal.me/CreativeLifeDrawing](http://paypal.me?CreativeLifeDrawing) please choose - pay friends and family members If you like to secure your spot you can pay via this meet-up site but they will add some additional fees. CreativeLifeDrawing [J_wolfmail@yahoo.com](mailto:J_wolfmail@yahoo.com) Jennifer Wolf

We’re excited to launch Amplify Her Monthly Co\-Working Sessions in collaboration with The Ministry \| Workspace & Members’ Club\. After high demand, we’re so excited to announce the launch of our **Amplify Her Monthly Co-Working Sessions**, in collaboration with **The Ministry\, Borough \| Workspace & Members’ Club**. These monthly co-working days are designed to give our community a dedicated space to **connect, create, and get things done**. Each session brings Amplify Her members together in an inspiring environment to co-work side by side, share ideas, collaborate on projects, and support one another’s growth within the music industry. Whether you’re writing, planning, producing, marketing, or simply need focused time around like-minded creatives, these sessions offer the perfect balance of **productivity, accountability, and community**. **[Make sure to grab your ticket on our website, so that you receive a QR code to use upon arrival.](https://www.amplifyher.co.uk/event-details/amplify-her-monthly-co-working-sessions-2026-06-17-10-00-1)** **Want to join?** **All In Pass** The **All-In Pass** offers full access to everything Amplify Her provides, plus personalised mentorship support. This is our most comprehensive membership option and is designed for artists and music professionals ready to fully invest in their growth. All-In Pass includes: * Access to industry events * Entry to workshops * Attendance at live music events * Full access to music industry courses * Monthly co-working sessions in collaboration with The Ministry, Borough * Access to industry opportunities, including: * Sync placement opportunities * Gig opportunities * Songwriting camps * Other professional development opportunities * 3 hours of one-to-one mentorship, offering personalised guidance, strategy, and industry insight * Access to the Amplify Her community network for collaboration and support **Amplify Her Pass** The Amplify Her Pass is perfect for those looking to stay connected, informed, and actively involved in the music industry while being part of a supportive community. Amplify Her Pass includes: * Access to industry events * Entry to workshops * Attendance at live music events * Full access to music industry courses * Monthly co-working sessions in collaboration with The Ministry, Borough * Access to industry opportunities, including: * Sync placement opportunities * Gig opportunities * Songwriting camps * Other professional development opportunities * 3 hours of one-to-one mentorship, offering personalised guidance, strategy, and industry insight * Access to the Amplify Her community network for collaboration and support At Amplify Her, we welcome everyone at every stage of their journey — whether you’re just starting out, finding your voice, or building a sustainable career in the music industry. Our mission is to create inclusive, supportive spaces where women and gender-marginalised creatives feel empowered, connected, and equipped with real opportunities to grow. Through community, education, collaboration, and access to industry pathways, Amplify Her exists to ensure no one has to navigate the music industry alone. Wherever you are on your journey, there is space for you here. **Follow us here:** [https://www.instagram.com/amplify_herLive/](https://www.instagram.com/amplify_herLive/ "https://www.instagram.com/amplify_herLive/") [https://www.amplifyher.co.uk/](https://www.amplifyher.co.uk/ "https://www.amplifyher.co.uk/") [https://www.linkedin.com/company/amplifyher/](https://www.linkedin.com/company/amplifyher/ "https://www.linkedin.com/company/amplifyher/")

In this session, we’ll explore how **AI** can enhance your **React app development** workflow. This workshop will introduce you to **best practices** for building **React applications**, including how to integrate **REST APIs**, manage app **state**, and structure your components for long-term success. You’ll also learn how to use **AI tools** to generate code snippets, troubleshoot issues, and automate repetitive tasks, making the development process faster and more efficient. 🧪 **What You’ll Learn:** * **React Development Best Practices**: Core principles for structuring components, managing state, and optimizing performance. * **REST API Integration**: How to efficiently connect React apps with REST APIs for dynamic data and functionality. * **State Management**: Best practices for managing app state and syncing data from APIs. * **AI Assistance**: Use AI tools like ChatGPT to speed up development, generate code, and improve overall code quality. * **Error Handling & Debugging**: Leverage AI to identify and fix common issues in your React apps. 💡 **Why It Matters:** * **Efficient Development**: Building React apps with AI assistance allows you to write cleaner, faster code while reducing errors. * **API Integration**: Mastering API integration is essential for creating dynamic and data-driven applications. * **AI-Powered Tools**: AI tools like ChatGPT enhance your productivity by automating repetitive tasks, debugging code, and improving your development process. 🕓 **Schedule:** * 18:15 - Networking * 18:30 - Program starts * 19:30 - Q&A - networking * 20:00 - End \-\-\-\-\- zero2hero Address: Unit 15 Castle Square, 40 Elephant Rd, London SE17 1EU WhatsApp: +447470914266

Looking for meaningful startup networking in London? Join an evening of founder-focused networking at Tide HQ, hosted by GMax Card, Getshop Today, and Tide - three products built by founders, for founders. **WHY ATTEND** ✅ Meet startup founders, tech entrepreneurs, operators, investors and early-stage builders ✅ Find potential co-founders, partners, clients, collaborators and hires ✅ Learn practical tools to grow and operate your business more effectively ✅ Connect with people actively who are building, launching and scaling businesses ✅ Free Premium Digital Business Card (£75 value) for paid ticket holders **WHO ATTENDS** • Startup founders and co-founders • AI, SaaS, FinTech and technology entrepreneurs • Startup operators, growth professionals and product leaders • eCommerce founders and digital business owners • SME decision makers • Investors, advisors and startup ecosystem professionals • Ambitious professionals exploring entrepreneurship **ABOUT THE EVENT** Building a startup can be challenging, especially when you're doing it alone. That's why we've refined a networking format designed specifically for founders and entrepreneurs: • Structured introductions that make meeting people easier • 30–60 second founder introductions so everyone knows who is in the room • Short founder-focused talks and insights from Tide and GMax Card • Practical discussions around growth, operations, funding, networking and business development • Informal networking over drinks and refreshments Whether you're validating an idea, launching your first product, growing a startup, or scaling an established business, you'll be surrounded by people facing similar challenges and opportunities. **VENUE** **Tide HQ, London** Hosted inside Tide's modern London headquarters — a space built to support entrepreneurs, founders and growing businesses. Part of our ongoing founder and startup networking series. **ORGANISERS** * GMax Card - Digital business cards and networking tools designed for modern professionals and growing teams. * Getshop Today - A UK-based eCommerce platform helping entrepreneurs launch and grow independent online businesses. * Tide - The digital-first business banking platform built specifically for startups, founders and SMEs. **DRESS CODE** Business casual or smart business attire. **IMPORTANT INFORMATION** * Photography & Video * Photography and video may be captured by CineEye Audiovisual Production Studio for promotional purposes. * Age Requirement * 18+ only. Proof of ID may be requested. * Refund Policy * Refunds available up to 24 hours before the event. Platform fees are non-refundable where applicable. **RESERVE YOUR PLACE** Spaces are limited and founder events at Tide HQ often reach capacity. Early registration is recommended.

Our second London Evening D365 and Power Platform User Group event of 2026 will take place on Thursday 18th June 2026 at 6 PM. **Agenda:** * 6.00pm - Registration and Networking * 6.30pm - Welcome and Introduction * 6.40pm - **Session 1 : Upgrade Your Customer Service Game with Microsoft's Digital Contact Center, Tricia Sinclair - MVP Avanade** * 7.20pm - Break, Networking and Food * 7:40pm - **Session 2:** **Virtual Tour Inside the Microsoft Inclusive Tech Lab - The Microsoft Inclusive Tech Lab is an innovation hub where Microsoft showcases how inclusive design shapes modern technology. In this session, you’ll explore how solutions are built with and for people with disabilities to create more accessible and impactful experiences for everyone** * 8:10 **Session 3 :** **Getting AI ready - Process and Data optimisation, Steve Snowden - CEO Snowden Consulting** * 8:40 pm - **Interactive Session / Q&A ( Atif, Pritesh, Tammy)** * 9:00pm - Close After event social/networking continues at London Bridge Hotel SE1 9SG. **Want to present in next event?** If you are interested in presenting, then drop us a line at london@d365ppug.com. First-timers and our tech women are especially welcome :) **The event will be at:** Dotdigital Offices 9th Floor, 1 London Bridge, London SE1 9BG A member of the user group will be at the entrance to greet and direct you to the conference room.

**PLEASE RSVP with first and last name as we** **will need to register you with Building security!** **Timings** Arrival from 18:00 Food from 18:15 Talks from 18:45 **Details** It's been a few months since our last event, but we're back in 2026 for our first organised event. Join us at our new home on the 31st floor of the Walkie Talkie building. We have some amazing speakers with a backdrop of incredible views across the city for a great evening of networking and socialising with fellow tech enthusiasts. It’s the perfect way to celebrate a great start to the year that I hope many of you have had— all in the company of great people who share your passion for data and technology. **Link for Remote** *To be shared closer to day* **Speakers** 🗣️[Jack Tracey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacktracey93/) is the Senior Product Manager for AVM (Azure Verified Modules) on the Azure Deployments team in Azure Core. He has worked at Microsoft for over 6 years and continues to directly shape the direction of the Microsoft Catalog, including AVM but previous ALZ and Subscription Vending. Join us as Jack takes us through an interactive deep dive into the evolution of AVM, where we’ll bridge the gap between product management and engineering through AI-driven workflows and practical spec-kit implementation. This session explores how modern engineering shifts are shaping our frameworks and invites you to help shape the future of the upcoming AVM module updates in real-time. 🗓️ Save the date and be part of the first SLM event of 2026 where innovation meets inspiration! Connect with fellow tech enthusiasts, expand your network, and stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving tech landscape. **Why Attend?** * Hear from experts and leaders in the industry * Network to help yourself grow and help others grow * Free food and drinks * Free spectacular views of the city Everyone is welcome, whether you're a beginner just starting out with Azure or you've been in and around Azure since 2010 we hope getting likeminded people together will help build connections and grow knowledge.

**Dead Product Society \| After Work Drinks** Come along, bring a friend/colleague or two and join us for a relaxed evening of informal product and tech chats over a few drinks and doughnuts. We aim to connect everyone without awkwardness or LinkedIn spiel, and value good conversation over boring presentations. **Who is welcome?** Product Managers, CEOs, UX/UI Designers, Developers, Scrum Masters etc. We welcome anyone who works in, with or wants to break into product. *Note: We intentionally keep our After Work Drinks on the smaller side to allow for more in-depth conversations.* **The Bike Shed** We'll be hanging out in the lounge area (behind the area with all the tables, next to the store). \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Dead Product Society** Dead Product Society is a collective of like-minded professionals sharing real-talk and joining forces to navigate the twists and turns of the product world. Our down-to-earth community is for anyone who works in, with or wants to break into product teams regardless of their background or experience. **Our Sponsors** Shout out to our generous sponsors at Waggel Pet Insurance; Lifetime pet insurance, simplified. With their support we are able to host these events for you and create a space for those important, honest conversations.

Life Drawing ✍️ Pls pay at class £15 cash or £16 by card. If you are a concession pls speak to Sophie. Class fee includes tea, coffee & biscuits 🍪& sometimes 🍰 😋 We’re upstairs at Primrose Hill Community Association NW1 8TN

Roll up your sleeves: we're teaming up with DevOps Society for our very **first London hack night**! Come along with your laptop and get ready to win a prize 🏆 👉 **Limited spots** available so make sure you got yours by arriving on time. The event attendance will run on a first comes, first served basis. This time, we’re doing something a little different, a hands on hack night where you’ll get stuck into real-world observability, OpenTelemetry. and AI-powered workflows. 📍 **Location** Elastic office, Davidson Building, 1st Floor, 5 Southampton St, London, WC2E 7HA Note: please use Exeter St entrance as the main entrance is closed after 6pm. The hack night will happen in the Galactus room. This isn’t your typical meetup, you’ll be building and exploring in real-time: * Spin up a demo microservices app using Docker * Connect it to Elastic Observability * Explore logs, metrics, and traces using OpenTelemetry * Build and interact with AI-powered observability agents using Elastic MCP + Claude Whether you’re deep into DevOps or just getting started, there’s something here for everyone. **🛠️ You will need** 1. Your laptop! 2. The following software installed on your laptop: 3. ​[Docker](https://docs.docker.com/get-started/get-docker/?utm_source=luma) 4. [Docker Compose](https://docs.docker.com/compose/install/?utm_source=luma) 5. ​[Claude Code](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/desktop?utm_source=luma) 6. ​`kubectl` and `minikube` as per the [Kubernetes install tools guide](https://kubernetes.io/docs/tasks/tools/?utm_source=luma) ​**Setup** ​The full setup instructions for the hack night are available [here](https://github.com/carlyrichmond/devops-society-elastic-hack-night?utm_source=luma). ​**Tools to be used** * ​[Elastic Observability](https://www.elastic.co/observability?utm_source=luma) * ​[Elastic Agent Builder](https://www.elastic.co/docs/solutions/observability/get-started?utm_source=luma#create-an-obs-serverless-project) * ​[Elastic Observability MCP App](https://github.com/elastic/example-mcp-app-observability?utm_source=luma#quick-start) * ​*Note: you will need a local Claude Code installation to use the MCP App* **📆 Agenda** 6:00pm – 6:30pm — Networking on arrival with food and drinks provided by Elastic 6:30pm – 6:50pm — Challenge and tools demo 6:50pm – 8:30pm — Hacking time 8:30pm – 9:00pm — 5-minute lightning demos 9:00pm — Close and networking at a nearby pub 🎙️ **Hosts & Sponsors** Hosted by Steve Wade and Carly Richmond ⚠️ **Heads-up:** we also have a [mirror event with DevOps Society on Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/devops-society/events/314769583/). To keep things tidy on our side, please make sure you only sign up on **one** of the event pages — not both. Thanks!

We're back to our usual format of 3 speakers + Q&A followed by networking. 18:30: Doors open 19:00 Welcome by Alexandra Deschamps-Sonsino (organiser since 2011) 19:10 **Music Thing Workshop System: Design for Community & Collaboration**, [Tom Whitwell](https://www.musicthing.co.uk/) 19:30 [Ben Beavers](https://www.linkedin.com/in/benbeavers/) (Smarty Plants) 19:50 Speaker 3 (TBA) 20:10 Networking 21:00 End of event and move to a nearby pub There will be drinks (including non-alcoholic) and nibbles. **About our sponsors:** [Green Custard](https://www.green-custard.com/) is an award-winning AWS IoT specialist consultancy that helps organisations design, build, and scale secure cloud-connected products and solutions. With deep expertise across IoT architectures, data lakes, ML and agentic AI our IoT expertise spans from product innovation to smart factory innovation. We have full stack capability from embedded & mobile to cloud-native development. Green Custard partners with clients to deliver on their business outcomes whether modernising legacy devices, unlocking new value from existing data, or accelerating the delivery of production-ready solutions. Customers trust Green Custard for its technical excellence, pragmatic delivery, and we are proud of our customer success. [Aqua Libra](https://aqualibra.com/pages/flavour-tap) is redefining sustainable hydration through innovative, low-impact dispensing technology. Beyond its zero-sugar infused drinks, the brand has pioneered solutions such as the Aqua Libra Flavour Tap, a digitally controlled dispensing system that delivers chilled, filtered water with natural flavours on demand. By removing the need for single-use bottles and reducing transport emissions, the Flavour Tap enables offices, venues, and public spaces to offer great-tasting drinks with a dramatically smaller environmental footprint. Aqua Libra’s approach blends sustainability, smart technology, and convenience to meet the growing demand for healthier, greener beverage options.

**Join us for an exciting AI agent engineering meetup where developers, architects, and AI enthusiasts come together to connect and learn from industry experts.** **We’re thrilled to welcome guest speakers from Snowflake.** **Jenny Zhou and Ioannis Doukas,** **experienced solution engineers who will share insights on Cortex AI and discuss practical approaches to building AI agents efficiently across different industries.** **The session will include:** * **Introducing AI and Cortex features in Snowflake** * **Agent use cases across different industries** * **Interactive discussion**

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/).

**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

On Thursday, June 18, 2026, we will meet in the 700N Conference Room at 700 N Hurstbourne Pkwy for a special Louisville .NET Meetup as we host **Microsoft Build //localhost:louisville**. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., and the presentation will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. TEKsystems will provide food, so please RSVP to help us plan appropriately. The session will also be streamed at **[https://twitch.tv/TaleLearnCode](https://twitch.tv/TaleLearnCode)**. This month, we’ll dive into the most important announcements from **Microsoft Build 2026**. Chad Green will present a curated, developer‑focused walkthrough of the new capabilities across .NET, Azure, AI, developer tooling, and platform updates. We’ll explore what these announcements mean for architects and developers, how they fit into real‑world solutions, and which changes you can start applying immediately in your projects. And then, Rob Richardson will present: ### **GitOps: Easy Deploy and Even Easier Rollback** GitOps isn't just for containers. The methodology of deploying from a build is now baked into our culture. Take it a touch farther with infrastructure as code and a few extra techniques, and you can reliably deploy to any platform: cloud, on-prem, container, PaaS, and more. Join us as we learn the methodology of GitOps, the critical pieces you need in place, and the elegance of rollbacks with GitOps. You'll leave with a working repo of deployment techniques that doesn't consume any paid tools or container-specific techniques. **Important:** To participate fully, please RSVP in **both** places: * **Louisville .NET Meetup** (this page) * **Microsoft Build //localhost:louisville registration**: [https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27112/](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27112/) After the session, we’ll head to Brick House Tavern to continue the conversation over food and drinks.

We are going to build together with all the CLIs! E will be doing it at Columbus Code and Coffee Agenda --- Hosted By James Power, Organizer Pete Gordon, Organizer Just a Software Guy in the age of the Internet. Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-columbus-presents-ai-improv-lets-build-a-game-together-with-claude-code-codex-and-gemini-and-be-the-judge/.

Welcome to Drunken Philosophy, a casual, curious, social discussion club. Come grab a drink and a seat at The Oracle. **Optional topic for this meetup: Where is everybody?** In 1950 the physicist Enrico Fermi was talking about aliens over lunch and asked a question that still has not gone away: if the universe is so vast and so old, and even a fraction of those billions of stars have planets, where is everyone? By the numbers the galaxy should be crowded with civilizations. Instead we look up and hear silence. That gap between "they should be everywhere" and "we see no one" is the Fermi Paradox. One of the most unsettling answers is the idea of a **Great Filter**: somewhere on the road from dead chemistry to a galaxy-spanning civilization, there is at least one step that is almost impossible to get past. Maybe the filter is behind us. Maybe life starting at all, or simple cells becoming complex, or intelligence ever evolving, is the freak accident, and we already cleared the hard part. Or maybe the filter is ahead of us, and advanced civilizations reliably wipe themselves out before they spread. Here is the part that messes with people. If we ever found life somewhere else, even pond scum on Mars, most people would call it the greatest discovery in history. But it might be the worst possible news. It would mean life is common, the early steps are easy, and the hard step is still in front of us. So the eerie silence overhead might actually be the best sign we could ask for. **Questions to wrestle with:** * Is it better to be alone? Would you rather we find alien life and learn we are not special, or find nothing and quietly improve our odds of surviving? * Where do you bet the filter sits, behind us or ahead of us, and why? * If it is ahead of us, what is it? Nuclear war, climate collapse, AI, something we cannot even picture yet? And can we do anything about a filter we cannot see coming? * Does any of this change how you live, or how humanity should be spending its time and money right now? As always the prompt is optional. Come for the conversation, stay for the drinks, and bring your own questions.

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

## 🤝 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. ###