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Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit - Barret Blake
Spec-driven development flips the traditional workflow on its head: instead of code being the source of truth, the specification becomes the backbone of design, collaboration, and delivery. In this session, we’ll explore how GitHub Spec-Kit enables teams to treat specifications as first-class artifacts—living documents that drive architecture, implementation, and verification.
You’ll learn how Spec-Kit helps teams clearly express intent using structured, version-controlled specs that live alongside code. We’ll walk through a practical workflow that starts with defining system behavior and constraints, then progressively refines those specs into testable, automatable outcomes. Along the way, we’ll show how specs can reduce ambiguity, improve cross-functional collaboration, and make design decisions explicit before a single line of production code is written.
This talk will cover:
--What spec-driven development is (and what it isn’t)
--How GitHub Spec-Kit fits into modern developer workflows
--Using specs to align product, engineering, and AI-assisted development
--Real-world examples of turning specs into implementations with confidence
Whether you’re building greenfield systems, integrating AI into your stack, or trying to reduce costly rework, spec-driven development offers a scalable way to move faster without sacrificing clarity. Attendees will leave with concrete patterns and a clear mental model for adopting GitHub Spec-Kit in their own projects.
AI Tool Explorers Night | Connect & Make New Friends
Most AI meetups end up as just networking. **We’re different.**
At **AI Tool Explorers Night \| Connect & Make New Friends**, you’ll:
✨ Walk away with a *real learning nugget* (a tool, workflow, or strategy you can use immediately)
✨ Connect with people who share your curiosity for AI, productivity, and automation
✨ Enjoy a fun, casual setting where new ideas and friendships spark naturally
👉 **Our promise:** every session delivers structure, substance, and takeaways you can use when you get home.
### 📅 Event Flow
* **6:00–6:15 PM** → Arrivals & intros
* **6:15–6:45 PM** → AI demo / learning nugget
* **6:45–7:00 PM** → Q&A and group discussion
* **7:00–8:00 PM** → Networking & contact sharing
⚡ Please hold networking until after the presentation so we can all learn together. Plenty of time at the end to connect and exchange cards!
**Let's explore AI Tools that actually *work* in our day-to-day life!**
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#ChatGPT #Claude #Grok #Gemini #Perplexity #DeepSeek #NotebookLM #Cursor #GitHubCopilot #Replit #Windsurf #v0dev #Lovable #Zapier #Makecom #n8n #Descript #OpusClip #Synthesia #Runway #Sora #Kling #Veo #PikaLabs #LTXStudio #AdobeFirefly #Vidu #Hailuo #LumaDreamMachine #Wisecut #Elaiio #Capsule #Filmora #Gling #Magisto #AdobePremierePro #ElevenLabs
#Suno #Udio #Soundraw #Riffusion #Mubert #BeatovenAI #AIVA #Loudly #SplashPro #Soundful #MagentaStudio #WavTool #MakeBestMusic #BandLabSongStarter #TadAI #EcrettMusic
#Midjourney #DALLE3 #CanvaMagicStudio #NotionAI #Gamma #Fathom #FirefliesAI #MLX
Beginner Salsa Classes at Crown Dance Studio.
This is an absolute beginner Salsa group class. It is specifically designed for those with no prior experience in Salsa and participations does not require having a partner.
Every Other Sunday:
$25 per person.
[Click Here to Sign Up](https://crowndancestudio.com/)
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Beginner Bachata.
RSVP to the next Washington D.C. Red Hat User Group
RSVP here: **[https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3558153/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage?sc_cid=](https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3558153/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage?sc_cid=)[RHCTN1260000475092](https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3558153/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage?sc_cid=RHCTN1260000475092)**
Is configuration drift silently killing your stability? Join us for the next Red Hat User Group (RHUG) event in Washington D.C. and discover the future of IT infrastructure management with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 10 Image Mode.
This isn't just another operating system update—it's a new paradigm. You’ll learn how to treat your entire OS as a versioned, container-native artifact, bringing the speed and control of DevOps to your foundational layer.
**Event Highlights:**
* Deep Dive: Deploying and maintaining a truly immutable, compliant operating system.
* Expert Insight: How to use familiar container-native tools to build bootable RHEL images.
* Networking: Connect with peers, Linux administrators, security engineers, and infrastructure architects.
Don't miss this opportunity to transform your IT services.
Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST
Location: Red Hat Tysons Corner, McLean, VA
Secure your spot today and get ready to eliminate operational "noise" for good.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Your RHUG Team
Beginner Bachata Classes at Crown Dance Studio
This is an absolute beginner Bachata group class. It is specifically designed for those with no prior experience in Bachata and participations does not require having a partner.
$25 per person for 90 minute class.
[Click Here to Sign Up](https://form.jotform.com/250681156839162)
Every Other Sunday:
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Beginner Bachata.
RSVP to the next Washington D.C. RHUG
**RSVP here: [https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3558153/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage?sc_cid=](https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3558153/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage?sc_cid=)[RHCTN1260000475092](https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3558153/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage?sc_cid=RHCTN1260000475092)**
Is configuration drift silently killing your stability? Join us for the next Red Hat User Group (RHUG) event in Washington D.C. and discover the future of IT infrastructure management with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 10 Image Mode.
This isn't just another operating system update—it's a new paradigm. You’ll learn how to treat your entire OS as a versioned, container-native artifact, bringing the speed and control of DevOps to your foundational layer.
Event Highlights:
* Deep Dive: Deploying and maintaining a truly immutable, compliant operating system.
* Expert Insight: How to use familiar container-native tools to build bootable RHEL images.
* Networking: Connect with peers, Linux administrators, security engineers, and infrastructure architects.
Don't miss this opportunity to transform your IT services.
Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST
Location: Red Hat Tysons Corner, McLean, VA
Secure your spot today and get ready to eliminate operational "noise" for good.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Your RHUG Team
Questions? Email [rhug@redhat.com](http://rhug@redhat.com/)
Spring Lacrosse League
All players 18 and older are welcome to join the league. Sign up as a full team, partial team, or as a free agent and we'll put you on a team. Games will be played once a week. We invite lacrosse players of all abilities to join. [CLICK HERE](https://ulax.org/washingtondc/men/spring/) to learn more and sign up!







