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Foundation models are leaving the cloud — and entering the physical world. Robotics is quietly becoming the next global ecosystem. Open-source foundation models. End-to-end learning. Industrial-grade reliability. And radically new ways of building robotic bodies. This meetup is special because we’re not just talking theory. We’re bringing together speakers from: • **Hugging Face** — powering one of the world’s leading open AI ecosystems, now expanding into open-source robotics • **mimic robotics** — building scalable, real-world robotic manipulation systems for industrial deployment • **Allonic** — reinventing how robotic bodies are manufactured through its 3D Tissue Braiding technology, recently raised €6M in pre-seed funding — the largest hardware pre-seed round in Hungary to date This event is powered by **ShareTech Foundation** — a non-profit initiative building bridges between frontier technology, industry, and the European tech ecosystem. This event venue is provided by **Tulip Interfaces** a manufacturing app platform empowering frontline teams with digital tools and real-time data. *** ** Date & Time:** March 5. 2026, 17:30 ** Location:** Tulip Interfaces Office - Budapest, Köztelek u. 6, 1092 *** ** The Talks** *** **Dana Aubakirova** ML Research Engineer — Hugging Face **Open-Source Robotics: Bringing Foundation Models to Real Robots** From Vision–Language–Action models to real robotic deployment. Dana will walk us through: * How foundation models are reshaping robotics * Multimodal pretraining and scaling trends * SmolVLA and the LeRobot open-source ecosystem * Community-driven robot data collection * What still blocks large-scale embodied AI If you care about open-source AI moving into the physical world — this one’s for you. *** **Benedek Forrai** Co-Founder & Lead Roboticist — mimic robotics **Systems as Moat — Bringing Reliability into End-to-End Learning** End-to-end learning is exciting. Industrial reliability is harder. Benedek shares: * VLA → VAM evolution * Scaling pretraining without massive robot datasets * Architectural bottlenecks in current pipelines * Why system design becomes the true competitive moat This is where research meets customer-grade deployment. *** **Benedek Tasi** Founder & CEO — Allonic **Complexity in Robotic Bodies — And Making Them Simple Enough for Mass Production** As robot intelligence scales, hardware complexity explodes. Allonic introduces **3D Tissue Braiding** — a radically new way of “growing” robotic bodies in a single integrated process. We’ll explore: * Bio-inspired robotic connective structures * Reducing hundreds of parts into unified builds * Manufacturing scalability for the next robotics wave This is how you build robots that can actually scale. *** ** Agenda** 17:30 — Arrival & welcome 18:00 — Talks 20:00 — Community networking 21:00 — Wrap-up ** Why You Should Come** Because robotics is no longer sci-fi. It’s becoming infrastructure. And the next big shift in AI will be embodied. Join us if you’re into: * AI & foundation models * Robotics & manipulation * Industrial systems * Hardware innovation * Or just want to see where this is all heading As always: high-signal talks, real practitioners, strong community. See you there. *ShareTech.Foundation is building Europe’s next-generation tech communities — from AI and robotics to hardware prototyping and cross-border collaboration.* \*Please note: All presentations will be conducted in English to welcome our growing number of international members. \*\*Please be informed that photographs/videos can be taken at the event, in which the event participants may be identifiable as data subjects. The event usually produces mass shots to show the events in their overall effects, but it can also be possible to highlight a particular person or moment in the recordings. The photo/video may be used and published in promotional and/or marketing materials, on the website, intranet and social media channels. We declare that we will only use photo that are not infringe the personal rights of the data subject.

El objetivo de este encuentro es romper el hielo, hablar de las historias que nos gusta escribir, de por qué escribimos, de los libros que nos gusta leer, de qué dificultades encontramos al enfrentarnos al folio en blanco y de qué esperamos del grupo. En definitiva, se trata de conocernos como personas para entendernos como escritores. No importa si has escrito diez novelas, cuatro cuentos o el precioso título de un poema sin versos. Aquí todo aspirante a juntaletras es bienvenido.

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: A tanulótér felújítása miatt az eseményt a FSZEK Ötpacsirta u-i épületében tartjuk (Ötpacsirta u. 4., a Központi Könyvtár bejáratával szemben): az épületbe beérve gyere fel az első emeletre a balra található lépcsőn. A termünk rögtön a lépcsősorral szemben lesz. 💡 Részvételi díj: Nincs. :) 🥤 Étel-ital: Kérünk, zárható üvegben hozz magaddal innivalót, ha az esemény alatt megszomjaznál. Másból inni, valamint a teremben enni nem lehet. 🕑 A menetrend: 17:00–17:30 – Érkezés és bemutakozókör: mit fogsz olvasni? 17:30–18:30 – Csendes olvasás 18:30–19:30 – Választható beszélgetés a könyvekről (magyarul) Extra: 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. A részvétel ingyenes, de a helyek korlátozottak. A helyedet a hivatalos Meetup eseményen való regisztrációval tudod biztosítani: 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.

Csatlakozz hozzánk egy inspiráló estére március 5-én a Lupus Consulting irodájában a 10. Atlassian Community Eseményre, amelyet olyan szakemberek számára szervezünk, akik szeretnék megismerni az ügyfélszolgálat és az eszközmenedzsment legmodernebb megoldásait. Az esemény főbb témái: Customer Service Management (CSM) – Az ügyfélszolgálat jövője Ismerd meg a CSM működését, lehetőségeit és gyakorlati megoldásait Kiss Marcell előadásában. Hatékony eszközmenedzsment Tari Levente bemutatja, hogyan építhetsz fel jól strukturált asset sémákat, valamint hogyan automatizálhatod az eszközobjektumok frissítését és létrehozását a hatékonyabb működés érdekében. Élet az Opsgenie után Betekintést nyerhetsz az Opsgenie migráció kihívásaiba, majd megismerheted az új Jira Service Management (JSM) Operations felületet Salánki Attila izgalmas bemutatója keretében. Networking Kötetlen beszélgetés és közös pizzázás🍕🍺 az előadások témáiról és egyéb izgalmas szakmai lehetőségekről. Program: 16:30–17:00: Regisztráció 17:00–17:10: Köszöntő 17:10–17:30: A Customer Service jövője: Újdonságok, lehetőségek és megoldások Előadó: Kiss Marcell 17:35–17:55: Hatékony Asset kezelés – Asset sémák felépítése, objektumok frissítése és létrehozása automatizmusokkal Előadó: Tari Levente 18:00–18:30: Pizzázás🍕 18:30–18:50: Élet az Opsgenie után – migrációs kihívások és az új JSM Operations felület bemutatása Előadó: Salánki Attila 📍 Helyszín: Lupus Consulting iroda Ne hagyd ki ezt a remek lehetőséget, hogy kapcsolatba lépj hasonló gondolkodású szakemberekkel, és lépéselőnybe kerülj a szakmádban. Biztosítsd a helyed most, és légy részese a jövőbe vezető izgalmas útnak! 🚀 Agenda --- Speakers Attila Salánki - Lupus Consulting (Atlassian Consultant) Marcell Kiss - Lupus Consulting (Atlassian Consultant) Levente Tari - Lupus Consulting (Atlassian Consultant) Hosted By Attila Gaspar [META-INF], Community Leader Ernszt-Galamb Eszter, Marketing specialist Ágnes Ignáth, Community Champion & Atlassian Consultant --- Global Partner Atlassian (http://atlassian.com) Millions of users globally rely on Atlassian products every day for improving software development, project management, collaboration, and code quality. Partner Lupus Consulting (https://lupusconsulting.com/hu) --- For over a decade, Atlassian customers have come together to network, share ideas, solve problems, and find new ways to use Atlassian products. Today, more than 15,000 people take part in Atlassian community events in more than 30 countries. --- Complete your event RSVP here: https://ace.atlassian.com/events/details/atlassian-budapest-presents-10th-budapest-ace-tavaszi-atlassian-community-esemeny/.

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.

From the earliest moments of human reflection, people have asked a question as simple as it is profound: **Why are we here?** "*The unexamined life is not worth living,*" Socrates The search for the meaning of life is not merely an abstract puzzle; it is woven into our choices, our values, and the way we understand happiness, suffering, and purpose. In ancient Athens, Socrates suggested that a meaningful life begins with examination, placing self-knowledge at the center of human existence. For Socrates, meaning was not something handed to us but something discovered **through dialogue, questioning, and moral awareness**. Aristotle later offered a different but complementary vision. He proposed that the purpose of human life is eudaimonia, often translated as **flourishing**. According to Aristotle, meaning is found not in fleeting pleasure but in living virtuously, developing our capacities, and contributing to the life of the community. A meaningful life, in his view, is one lived in accordance with reason, balance, and excellence of character. Modern philosophy introduced a more unsettling perspective. Jean-Paul Sartre argued that human beings are “condemned to be free.” There is no predetermined purpose, no universal script that defines our existence. Instead, meaning emerges from **our choices**. We create who we are through action, and with that freedom comes responsibility. Meaning, then, is not discovered but constructed. Simone de Beauvoir extended this existential insight by emphasizing that meaning is not created in isolation. Human freedom exists in relation to others. To live meaningfully is to recognize both one’s own freedom and the freedom of others, and to engage in projects that affirm shared humanity. For de Beauvoir, meaning involves responsibility, connection, and the ethical use of freedom in a world that offers no fixed answers. Across these perspectives, a fascinating tension emerges. *Is meaning something we discover, cultivate, or create?* Is it rooted in virtue, happiness, responsibility, relationships, or purpose? Perhaps the enduring power of this question lies precisely in the fact that no single answer has ever satisfied everyone. Today, the question remains open, inviting each generation to respond in its own way. Philosophy offers frameworks, science offers explanations, culture offers narratives—but ultimately the question turns toward each of us personally. So as we begin this seminar, we return to the question that has echoed across centuries of thought and experience: **What is the meaning of life to you?** **BIO**: Georgiana Turculet is a multidisciplinary philosopher and two-time Marie Curie fellow. She holds a PhD from Central European University and has held academic positions at several European institutions, including the Department of Philosophy at Pompeu Fabra University and the Department of Philosophy at University of Copenhagen If the Paypal system is not working for any reason, don't worry, you can make a contribution on location, which helps us to pay for the meetup service and to keep the event going. Send me a private message if you need help.

**Solve crimes. Sip wine. Make friends.** A murder, a vineyard, and too much wine… what could possibly go wrong? Step into a world of secrets and laughter at our first Whodunit interactive evening. You’ll become one of the guests at a wine tasting event but when the host suddenly drops dead, it’s up to everyone to uncover the killer among you. Language: English Players: 6–10 (no acting experience needed) Duration: 2–2.5 hours Location: A cozy wine bar in central Budapest (final venue shared after reservation) You’ll receive a character role, hidden secrets, and clues to help you solve the case - all while enjoying good company, good wine, and a night full of surprises. The experience is tip-based, but drinks are purchased separately. Feel free to enjoy as much (or as little) wine as you like. See you there! :)

**Celebrate yourself, your path, and your power. Let's bloom together! Hello Budapest! 🌷** Traditional International Women’s Day can often feel like a quick gesture. At the **Women’s Coffee Network**, we believe you deserve more than just a polite nod. You deserve a space to be seen, heard and celebrated for the professional journey you are on. For our **March 8th Special Edition** in Budapest, we are hosting a curated circle designed to anchor our intentions and empower our collective growth. **What makes this edition special?** Within the high-quality connections we usually create, this time we'll be using thematic design tools specifically designed for this day. These prompts set focus on **Female Empowerment**, reclaiming our unique strengths and visualizing our futures for the year ahead. **Your Ticket includes** * **Facilitated Circle:** An intimate, 2-hour soft guided session to build genuine professional and social bridges. * **Empowerment Collection:** First access to our new thematic design tool. * **Seasonal Surprise:** Every lady at the table will receive a curated gift to take home (a living symbol of your growth and grounding this spring). **Important Details** 🕒 **When:** Sunday, March 8th 📍 **Where:** Budapest. A secret, cozy café (to be revealed to participants a few days before the event). 💜 Seats are strictly limited for this special tribute. 👉 To secure your spot, please [grab your ticket here.](https://luma.com/644u3b7w) \-\-\- **🛡️ Our Private Circle** To maintain a safe and transparent environment for our members, this is a dedicated space for women and those identifying as female. We kindly require all participants to have a full name and a clear face photo on their profile. Requests that do not meet these criteria will be declined to ensure our members' privacy and comfort.

This is a **paid** and **Women only** event! In honor of International ***Women’s Day (8th of March)***, we celebrate not only strength and success, but also resilience — the quiet, powerful kind that lives in every woman’s story. Every scar, every lesson, and every woman who continues to rise — stronger, wiser, and beautifully whole. ***Kintsugi*** dates back to the 15th century and means “joining with gold” in Japanese. A broken object (ceramic) is glued together with lacquer and then the seams are covered with gold. Wabi Sabi, related to Kintsugi, is the philosophy of embracing our flaws and life’s fragility. During the workshop, we will go through the various processes of Kintsugi – breaking, grinding, joining, gluing, gilding – thereby we will also see our own vulnerability on the path to becoming whole. **Leading the workshop:** Jennifer Nyerki (Art and Sociotherapist) **Date:** Saturday 7 March 2026 - 09:30-13:30 **Location:** 7th district **Fee:** 15,000 HUF via bank transfer only! **No drop-ins!** **To register, send an email to thearttofreedom@gmail.com** **What is art therapy?** Art therapy is a self-development tool that uses creative expression for emotional awareness and personal growth. The field of Art Therapy is diverse, with each branch having its own area of expertise - visual arts, movement, dance, music, and drama..etc The focus is not on the final artwork, but on the journey and what it reveals. Important: This is not an art workshop or an art course. The workshop does not qualify and does not replace psychotherapy but is a meaningful addition to the self discovery journey. Furthermore, it is not recommended for those undergoing neurological or psychiatric treatment. **What to expect:** \- no prior artistic skills or experience required \- express and explore emotions freely \- process over outcome \- experience a supportive and inspiring environment\, the collective energy of the group can deepen personal reflection and foster a sense of belonging **Cancellation Policy:** \- Full refund for cancellations made more than 7 days before the workshop\. \- 50% refund for cancellations made within 7 days of the workshop\. \- Registrations may be transferred to another person with prior notice\. \- No refunds for no\-shows\. \- Full refund if rescheduled/cancelled due to the organiser\.

\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- \(English version below\) \-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Tanulj meg tangózni 2 óra alatt – még akkor is, ha soha nem táncoltál!** Fedezd fel Dél-Amerika legbensőségesebb és legszenvedélyesebb táncát, az argentin tangót – egy különleges élményt, ahol a mozdulat és az ölelés találkozik. Ez a workshop pont neked szól, ha mindig is szerettél volna táncolni, de nem tudtad, hol kezdd el. * Kezdőknek is ideális – semmilyen előképzettség nem kell * Partner nélkül is jöhetsz – ott párosítunk * Már az első óra végére tudsz táncolni egy tangót **Mit ad neked ez a 2 óra?** * Megtanulod a tangó alapjait, miközben megtapasztalod: * milyen érzés valakivel egy ritmusra lélegezni, * hogyan ad önbizalmat a mozgás, * és hogyan kapcsol össze két embert egy ölelés. A workshop után azonnal csatlakozhatsz rendszeres tangótanfolyamainkhoz, így lépésről lépésre fejlődhetsz tovább. **Dátum:** Márc. 8. (vasárnap) – 18:30–20:30 **Helyszín:** Budapest, Andrássy út 35. **Ár:** 9.000 Ft – **elővételben 6.000 Ft,** **ha előző napig befizeted.** **Regisztrálj most!** [https://tangolibre.hu/intenziv-tango-tanfolyam/](https://tangolibre.hu/intenziv-tango-tanfolyam/) ///////////////////////////////////////////// **Learn to dance tango in just 2 hours – even if you’ve never danced before!** Discover South America’s most intimate and passionate dance – the Argentine tango. An experience where movement meets connection, and every embrace tells a story. This workshop is perfect for you if you’ve always wanted to dance but never knew where to start. * Ideal for absolute beginners – no previous experience required * No partner needed – we’ll match you up during the class * By the end of the first hour, you’ll already be dancing your first tango * **What will these 2 hours give you?** * You’ll learn the basics of tango while discovering: * how movement builds confidence, * and how an embrace can connect two people beyond words. After the workshop, you can immediately join our regular tango courses and continue your journey step by step. **Date:** March 8 (Sunday) – 18:30–20:30 **Venue:** Budapest, Andrássy út 35. **Price:** 9,000 HUF – **early-bird 6,000 HUF if paid by the day before.** **Frequently Asked Questions** I don’t have a dance partner – can I still come? \- Yes\! Most participants come alone\, and we’ll pair you up during the workshop\. I’ve never danced before – will I feel lost? \- Not at all\. This workshop was created exactly for you\. We teach step by step\, so even complete beginners can enjoy immediate success\. What should I wear? \- Comfortable clothes that allow free movement and smooth\-soled shoes\. That’s all you need\! **Instructors** Szeghalmi Endre & Serbán Andrea : [https://tangolibre.hu/en/intensive-tango-workshop/](https://tangolibre.hu/en/intensive-tango-workshop/)

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/CGM1Jm8JfNS291xA1zMobk) ] 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.

Sziasztok tangósok, kedves Tanítványaink! Ez a praktika kifejezetten nektek szól, és a fő célja a gyakorlás: hogy legyen idő és tér a tanult lépések, technikák és kombinációk elmélyítésére. Lesz lehetőség falatozni, beszélgetni és együtt tölteni egy tartalmas vasárnap délutánt. Ha szeretnétek, hozzatok magatokkal egy kis harapnivalót vagy italt, amit szívesen megosztanátok a többiekkel – mi is készülünk finomságokkal. 📅 Mikor: 2026. március 8., vasárnap, 16:00–18:00 📍 Helyszín: Roxy Studio – Tátra u. 4. Hozzájárulás: 3000 Ft 👉 Tango Libre bérlettel: 2000 Ft Várunk szeretettel, Andi és Endre ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ Tango Libre Practica This practica is a wonderful opportunity to refine your technique, deepen what you’ve learned in class, and spend a beautiful Sunday afternoon dancing together. There will be time to enjoy snacks, chat, and of course dance a lot. ✨ Feel free to bring small snacks or drinks to share with others — we’ll also prepare some treats! 📅 When: Saturday, March 8 • 16:00–18:00 📍 Venue: Roxy Studio – Tátra utca 4. Contribution: 3000 HUF 👉 with a valid Tango Libre pass: 2000 HUF See you soon, Andi and Endre

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Love reading & self-reflection? Join us for silent reading, writing, discussion and being tied to a char (rope not included) Do you love reading and self-reflection, but struggle to find the time or place for it? Join us! We promise to tie you to a chair until you finish reading (rope not included). But seriously: if you want a cozy space to read, write, reflect, and share with others, bring your favorite book **(novel, non-fiction, etc.—any genre is welcome!)** and join us. You can bring a hard copy or an e-book in any language, or you can just focus on writing if that’s more your style. This is a safe, welcoming space—feel free to share your thoughts and approach others with kindness. **How the Event Works:** * **Introductions:** We’ll start with a quick round to say hello and get settled. * **Reading & Writing (40 minutes):** Time to dive into your book or write in silence. We will provide paper and pens if you want to take notes! * **Discussion (Until 6:00 PM):** We'll spend the rest of our time discussing the ideas and thoughts from our books and mingling. **The discussion will be held in English.** *The event itself is free, but please support the venue by getting yourself a nice slice of cake, tea, or hot chocolate while we hang out.* ⏱️ **Time:** 15:00-18:00 📍 **Location:** V51 Café, Budapest, Mester u. 9, 1095 🗣️ **Language:** English 📸 **Please note:** By attending the event, you consent to photos being taken of you and used for promotional purposes.

Join us as we get together to see the period drama / classic monster movie, THE BRIDE! The film is written/directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal and stars Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale in a new take on the classic tale, The Bride of Frankenstein. We'll be seeing this one on Thurs, 3/5 one day ahead of the film's opening on Friday. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: In 1930s Chicago, Frankenstein's creature asks Dr. Euphronius to create a companion for him. They give life to a murdered woman as "the Bride," sparking romance, police interest and radical social change. It is written, directed and co-produced by Maggie Gyllenhaal and stars Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale, Peter Sarsgaard, Annette Bening, Jake Gyllenhaal and Penélope Cruz. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-qJkAXLfYM PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night! PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and we’ll meet inside the upstairs lobby between 6:40 and 6:50pm. Advance ticket purchase is advised (via Gateway website preferred). Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments below! Pre-show bite at Cazuela’s next door at 5:30pm. Please arrive by 5:30pm and ask for the Movie Group! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

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!

## Hey Columbus WIP peeps! ## Are you ready for an event that actually gives you what you asked for?? **\-\-\-\-\-\-** **A Small-group coaching conversations for women in product navigating growth, leadership, and career decisions.** **March 10 \| 5:30–8:00 PM** **Rev1 -- NEW SPACE** **330 Rush Alley #100** **Parking Options:** • **Rev1 at The Peninsula** • **Starling St. Garage South** – 377 W. Capital St. • **LAZ Parking (COSI)** – 50 Belle St. • **LAZ Parking Limited** – 375 W. State St. • **Veterans Memorial Lot** – 300 W. Broad St. • **Metered Street Parking** **What moves are you making?** A promotion you’re working toward. A role change you’re considering. A bigger leadership opportunity. A conversation that needs to happen. A decision that’s been sitting in the back of your mind. For our Q1 Women in Product Columbus event, we’re creating space to actually work through those moments. **Making Moves** is an evening of focused, facilitated coaching conversations with experienced mentors from our local product community. This isn’t a panel. It’s not passive networking. It’s small-group dialogue designed to be thoughtful, practical, and worth your time. Here’s how it will work: • You’ll choose a topic that reflects what you’re navigating right now • You’ll join a small coaching circle (5–7 participants) • Each circle is led by a mentor who has lived experience in that area • We’ll run two rounds so you can go deeper or explore a second conversation ### Coaching Topics: • Communicating the Value of Your Work (or Team) • Career Transitions & What’s Next • Growing Into Leadership • Staying Relevant as Technology (and AI) Changes • Getting Alignment and Decisions from Leadership Our goal is simple: you leave with clearer thinking, practical perspective, and at least one next step you feel confident about. Space in each circle will be limited to keep conversations meaningful. If this sounds like the kind of room you’ve been wanting to be in, we’d love to see you on March 10. RSVP here! [https://community.womenpm.org/c/all-local-events/making-moves-a-columbus-wip-event](https://community.womenpm.org/c/all-local-events/making-moves-a-columbus-wip-event "https://community.womenpm.org/c/all-local-events/making-moves-a-columbus-wip-event") *And if you haven't joined the WIP group - do that too, would ya?!?!* — Your Columbus Chapter Leads - Amber, Leah and Liz!

Bring your work or your hobby, hang out, and code with us. Follow @buckeyecocoa for more information.

Join membersrs of the Central Ohio UX and digital design community for a casual monthly breakfast.

Drake Lundstrom is presenting: Code Anywhere by Talking to your Phone Abstract: Have you heard the trend of people deploying code anywhere from checkout lines to doctors' offices? In this talk, you will learn how to talk to your phone and have an app on Azure to show your friend 5 minutes later. The basic DevOps tools you already know, plus a little bit of AI magic, are all you need! If you want to follow along, the demo will be in Azure with GitHub Actions and GitHub Copilot, and you can have it set up on your phone by the end of the session. Just come in with an Azure account and a GitHub repo. Join us for pizza, drinks, and networking @ Improving's office. Doors open at 5:45.

The topic for March is "Our Bodies, Ourselves" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!