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DC iOS returns to the Capital One campus for another meetup! And not only just DC iOS, we are collaborating with [iOSoHo](https://www.meetup.com/iosoho/), [DC Android](https://www.meetup.com/dcandroid/), [New York Android](https://www.meetup.com/new-york-android-engineers/) and the Dallas iOS Developers Group for a big combined meetup! Come and meet with fellow Apple AND Android developers in the DC Area, enjoy some food, networking, and a great tech talk! PLEASE INDICATE IF YOU WILL BE ATTENDING IN PERSON OR OVER ZOOM. **Agenda (NOTE THE LATER START TIME):** • 6:00 PM - Doors Open (in-person attendees). **Don't forget your ID!** • 6:30 PM - Welcome (in-person and Zoom attendees) • 6:35 PM - **First Talk: From Shared Logic to Shared Pixels: A KMP & CMP Deep Dive** (Live from DC) • 7:05 PM - Community Announcements • 7:15 PM - **Second Talk: Swift on Android** (Virtually from NYC) • 7:45 PM - Networking **First Talk Description:** • From Shared Logic to Shared Pixels: A KMP & CMP Deep Dive Clinton Teegarden Explore the complete lifecycle of Kotlin and Compose Multiplatform, tracing the journey from compiler mechanics down to the practical day-to-day developer experience. By building a Flappy Bird-style game, we'll unpack how shared UI rendering actually works while navigating the realities of iOS interoperability and common architectural gotchas. You'll leave with a clear roadmap for seamlessly translating shared business logic into performant, cross-platform pixels. Clinton is a Distinguished Engineer at Capital One with a focus on Mobile and AI core platforms **Second Talk Description:** • Swift on Android Marc Prud'hommeaux The release of Swift 6.3 features official support for the Android platform. This is the culmination of over 10 years of effort to bring the Swift language to Android, first through a series of independent and uncoordinated projects and then eventually coalescing into an official Android Workgroup under the umbrella of the Swift project. The result is the Swift SDK for Android, a cross-compilation Swift SDK that can be used on macOS and Linux to compile Swift code into the various Android architectures as a native library. But what can you actually do with Swift on Android? Far from being limited to just libraries for sharing business logic between Android and iOS, you can, in fact, use it to build and distribute entire apps. This talk will discuss the various ways in which the Swift SDK for Android can be used to create applications, from the lowest-level manual native interaction with the Android NDK and SDK, to synthesizing Java bindings generated with the nascent swift-java project, all the way up to creating full Jetpack Compose powered apps using [Skip.dev.](http://Skip.dev.) Swift is now a contender among the languages that can be used to build applications for both iOS and Android. While it is a newer entrant compared to the established players like Dart, JavaScript, and Kotlin, it features some distinct advantages that make it worth considering for your next app project. Marc Prud'hommeaux has been developing apps for iOS and Android since 2008, and was the author of the very first ebook reader for the iPhone: Stanza. He has worked in a variety of roles over the years, designing and building apps for giants like Amazon, Bose, and the New York Times. In 2022 he started [Skip.dev](http://Skip.dev) ([https://skip.dev](https://skip.dev/)) with the vision of bringing Swift and SwiftUI application development to Android, and is one of the founding members of the Swift Android Workgroup. He is also the founder of the non-profit App Fair Project ([https://appfair.org](https://appfair.org/)) and an advocate for software freedom. Zoom Link: [https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86441046804?pwd=l2Thmnyi92YAQmCd1iqbUuo9GRRl1R.1](https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86441046804?pwd=l2Thmnyi92YAQmCd1iqbUuo9GRRl1R.1) **Location:** Capital One, C2 Building 1680 Capital One Drive, Mclean VA, 22102 100A Visitor parking is either in the garage attached to 1680 Capital One Drive, or the open lot next to 1600 Capital One Drive. After that you will walk over to the main entrance of 1680 Capital One drive, and then walk around the right to the corner to room 100A For the metro, take the Silver Line to the McLean metro stop, then walk into main campus (about a 5 minute walk). From there, walk to the main entrance of 1680 and then go to room 100A **What you need to bring:** ID **When to arrive (NOTE LATER THAN USUAL START TIME):** Doors open at 6:00pm ET Event will start at 6:30 pm ET **Will food and drinks be provided?** Yep! **Will there be rapid testing provided?** No **Will masks be required?** No

**Come join us for some casual coworking at the** **brand new** **Tous Les Jours** **in Union Market!** **We’ll hold a coworking session from 10-1,** **and then** **walk a few doors down to Chai** **Pani,** **a delicious,** **hip** **new** **Indian spot** **for lunch. Come to the coworking, Chai Pani or both!** **You can park for free for 3 hours in the parking garage in back of Blue Bottle Coffee, just off Morse St NE.** **Co-hosted with the Northern Virginia Coworking Group.** [The new Tous les Jours](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DWW6JFykWWx/?igsh=NGQxZmNzbWVheGpj) [Chai Pani](https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2025/10/31/chai-pani-dc-restaurant-review/)

Join our **Washington Speed Dating event** and meet Lesbian, Bi, Trans & Queer+ singles for authentic conversation and fun connections! Tired of endless swiping and ghosting? Craving real conversations and genuine connections? Little Gay Book, the nation’s leading LGBTQ+ matchmaking agency, invites you to a speed dating event specifically designed just for Lesbian, Bi, Trans, and Queer+ singles. **🎟 TICKETS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT: Pay for them by clicking [HERE](http://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984654541158/?discount=Meetup).** **Join us on Tuesday, April 21 from 7 pm to 9 pm ET.** **Schedule:** Check-in begins at 6:30 PM ET Please join no later than 6:55 PM ET The event will start promptly at 7:00 PM ET *(late arrivals will not be permitted to participate in speed dating).* We encourage arriving early to ensure your technology is working and you don't miss your matches. Please note: late arrivals will not be able to participate. **Venue:** **Spark Social** 2009 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 **🌟 Why You Can't Miss It** Imagine an evening where meeting incredible people is effortless and exhilarating. Our Personalized Speed Dating event uses cutting-edge technology to match you with potential connections. Say goodbye to the ordinary and hello to the extraordinary! **What Awaits You:** * A dynamic event filled with laughter, smiles, and captivating conversations. * Smartphone magic that tailors each match to your preferences, so you can focus on the fun. * The thrill continues after the event - you'll receive contact info for your promising matches, ensuring meaningful connections! **🥂 Two drink minimum required** Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to forge connections with the vibrant queer community who share your passions. Act quickly before the remaining spots disappear. **👇 FAQ:** **Q: How does the matching technology work?** A: Our innovative technology, created by Dr. Frankie’s 20+ years of LGBTQ+ matchmaking success, allows you to tailor your event experience. You share your preferences, including age range and where your preferred date falls on the masculine-feminine spectrum. Our algorithm pairs you with compatible individuals, creating a more personalized and intentional experience than traditional public speed dating. **Q: How can I connect with my matches after the event?** A: After the event, you'll receive the contact information for your matches, allowing you to take those promising connections to the next level. **Q: What should I do after the event ends?** A: We encourage you to stay after the event, mingle, and support the venue. It's a chance for great conversations, new friendships, and connections that go beyond the event. Your continued presence can make the experience even more memorable. **Q: Are there any specific guidelines for attendees?** A: Yes, our Lesbian, Bi, Trans and Queer+ Speed Dating events are open to lesbian, bisexual, nonbinary, and genderqueer folks. These events are trans-welcoming, and intolerance is not permitted. 🎟 **TICKETS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT: Pay for them by clicking [HERE](http://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984654541158/?discount=Meetup).** **Need Assistance?** 📧 Email: events@littlegaybook.com 📞 Phone: 510-254-9105 By registering, you consent to SMS updates (reply STOP to opt-out). All sales are final. No refunds. Spots are limited. Reserve your ticket now for the lowest price! 💕 PS - The number of RSVPs on Meet Up does NOT indicate the number of people attending the event. We promote our events on many channels, not just this Meet Up Group. **RSVP'ing for this event on Meetup will NOT reserve a spot for you at this event. You will need to register by purchasing a ticket on Eventbrite.** *By RSVPing to this event, you consent to being added to the Little Gay Book email list. This allows us to send you important updates about this event and future communications about related events and services. We take your privacy seriously and will handle your information with care in accordance with our privacy policy. You are free to unsubscribe at any time.* 💕 Visit our website to view our upcoming speed dating events: [https://littlegaybook.com/speed-dating-event-lbtq/](https://littlegaybook.com/speed-dating-event-lbtq/)

A low cost, 6-week intermediate-level **中文** (Mandarin Chinese) course with the non-profit organization, the Global Language Network. \#\# Chinese \(Mandarin\) Frequent Flyer Language Class **Details:** \#\#\#\# Chinese \(Mandarin\) Frequent Flyer with Alex Tuesdays from 6:00pm - 8:00pm ET Apr 7th to May 12th In-person, Farragut Square DC * GLN classes are open to everyone over 18 years of age. * Have a credit or stipend to apply to your payment? Learn more about our credit, stipend, and refund policy on the [Pricing & Course Levels page.](http://%5B%5Bhttps://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D%5D(https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D)(%5Bhttps://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D(https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels))) Ready to learn? **Register [HERE](http://%5B%5Bhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D%5D(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D)(%5Bhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform))).** **About GLN** We are a Washington, DC-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to "Use Language as a Tool to Help Fix Our World." Since 2015 we have been rated #1 Best Language Classes in Washington, DC by Yelp! We are so happy and grateful to have you join our network and we appreciate your support of our mission.

We will be doing a combined iOS and Android meetup this month! Come and meet with fellow Apple and Android developers in the DC Area, enjoy some food, networking, and some great tech talks - as we enter opposite land for an evening **Agenda:** • 6:00 PM - Doors Open (in-person attendees). • 6:30 PM - Welcome (in-person and Zoom attendees) • 6:35 PM - **Talk: *From Shared Logic to Shared Pixels: A KMP & CMP Deep Dive*** • 7:05 PM - Community Announcements • 7:15 PM - **Talk: *Swift on Android*** • 7:45 PM - Networking • 8:30 PM - Doors close **Talk Descriptions:** **From Shared Logic to Shared Pixels: A KMP & CMP Deep Dive** Clinton Teegarden Explore the complete lifecycle of Kotlin and Compose Multiplatform, tracing the journey from compiler mechanics down to the practical day-to-day developer experience. By building a Flappy Bird-style game, we'll unpack how shared UI rendering actually works while navigating the realities of iOS interoperability and common architectural gotchas. You'll leave with a clear roadmap for seamlessly translating shared business logic into performant, cross-platform pixels Clinton is a Distinguished Engineer at Capital One with a focus on Mobile and AI core platforms **Swift On Android** Marc Prud'hommeaux The release of Swift 6.3 features official support for the Android platform. This is the culmination of over 10 years of effort to bring the Swift language to Android, first through a series of independent and uncoordinated projects and then eventually coalescing into an official Android Workgroup under the umbrella of the Swift project. The result is the Swift SDK for Android, a cross-compilation Swift SDK that can be used on macOS and Linux to compile Swift code into the various Android architectures as a native library. But what can you actually do with Swift on Android? Far from being limited to just libraries for sharing business logic between Android and iOS, you can, in fact, use it to build and distribute entire apps. This talk will discuss the various ways in which the Swift SDK for Android can be used to create applications, from the lowest-level manual native interaction with the Android NDK and SDK, to synthesizing Java bindings generated with the nascent swift-java project, all the way up to creating full Jetpack Compose powered apps using [Skip.dev](https://www.google.com/url?q=http://Skip.dev&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw3I5ILdv2sMo1xwliX7CkaF). Swift is now a contender among the languages that can be used to build applications for both iOS and Android. While it is a newer entrant compared to the established players like Dart, JavaScript, and Kotlin, it features some distinct advantages that make it worth considering for your next app project. Marc Prud'hommeaux has been developing apps for iOS and Android since 2008, and was the author of the very first ebook reader for the iPhone: Stanza. He has worked in a variety of roles over the years, designing and building apps for giants like Amazon, Bose, and the New York Times. In 2022 he started [Skip.dev](https://www.google.com/url?q=http://Skip.dev&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw3I5ILdv2sMo1xwliX7CkaF) ([https://skip.dev](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://skip.dev&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw3hCAQLAUiBQYGyWIa3Djpv)) with the vision of bringing Swift and SwiftUI application development to Android, and is one of the founding members of the Swift Android Workgroup. He is also the founder of the non-profit App Fair Project ([https://appfair.org](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://appfair.org&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw2_5gond6tqviw59Pu0QKSj)) and an advocate for software freedom. **How to find us:** 1680 Capital One Drive, McLean, VA 22102 We'll be located in C2 **100 A**. The area is publicly accessible. If you can't find it, you can ask the front desk for directions to the **C2 100 A** **Attending Virtually?** Zoom Link: [https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86441046804?pwd=l2Thmnyi92YAQmCd1iqbUuo9GRRl1R.1](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86441046804?pwd%3Dl2Thmnyi92YAQmCd1iqbUuo9GRRl1R.1&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw2MZCwwtil3TnK_8ktQz6p6) Meeting ID: 864 4104 6804 Passcode: 324839 **Parking**: You can park at 1680 Capital One Drive; this garage has a sign indicating public parking. Or at the WEGMANS parking lot.

\#\# A low\-cost\, 6\-week beginner\-level Turkish course with the non\-profit organization\, the Global Language Network\. Ready to dive into the world of Turkish? Join our fun and interactive class designed especially for those new to the language. **Details** Turkish Tourist with Ilhan Tuesdays from 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET April 7th to May 12th Hybrid - In-person, Farragut Square DC and Online Ready to learn? **Register [HERE](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform).** **Additional Information** * GLN classes are open to everyone over 18 years of age. * Have a credit or stipend to apply to your payment? Learn more about our credit, stipend, and refund policy on the [Pricing & Course Levels page.](https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels) **About GLN** We are a Washington, DC-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to "Use Language as a Tool to Help Fix Our World." Since 2015 we have been rated #1 Best Language Classes in Washington, DC by Yelp! We are so happy and grateful to have you join our network and we appreciate your support of our mission.

A low cost, 6-week beginner-level **فارسی** (Farsi) course with the non-profit organization, the Global Language Network. \#\# Farsi Foreigner Language Class **Details:** \#\#\#\# Farsi Foreigner with Nargis Tuesdays from 6:00pm - 8:00 pm ET Apr 7th to May 12th In-person, Farragut Square DC or Online * GLN classes are open to everyone over 18 years of age. * Have a credit or stipend to apply to your payment? Learn more about our credit, stipend, and refund policy on the [Pricing & Course Levels page.](http://%5B%5B%5Bhttps://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D%5D%5D(https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D%5D)(%5Bhttps://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D%5D(https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D))(%5B%5Bhttps://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D%5D(https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D)(%5Bhttps://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D(https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels)))) Ready to learn? **Register [HERE](http://%5B%5B%5Bhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D%5D%5D(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D%5D)(%5Bhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D%5D(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D))(%5B%5Bhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D%5D(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D)(%5Bhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform)))).** **About GLN** We are a Washington, DC-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to "Use Language as a Tool to Help Fix Our World." Since 2015 we have been rated #1 Best Language Classes in Washington, DC by Yelp! We are so happy and grateful to have you join our network and we appreciate your support of our mission.

♠️ Last Saturday Spades in Silver Spring! ♠️ 🌟 In Downtown Silver Spring 🕕 6:00pm to 10:00pm 😀 **Posted in multiple groups. So, expect a nice crowd.** 🚗 Nearby Parking in Wayne Ave. Garage 🍷 Alcoholic beverages are available! Please support the business by purchasing food/drinks. ✅️ No partner needed! Get matched with a partner onsite. All skill levels are welcome. ❤️ Come hang out with a friendly and welcoming group. Meet new people and have a great time! 🌟 The fun starts at 6:00pm! RSVP today.

**☕ Code & Coffee \| Black Code Collective** Pull up, plug in, and enjoy some good company. Join us for a chill Sunday coworking session — bring your laptop and your current project (or no project at all). All skill levels welcome. **Free to attend. Coffee & treats provided. Just show up.** 📅 **Sunday, April 26** 🕙 **10:30 AM – 12:30 PM** 📍 **Falls Church, VA** Please note that we would be located on the 5th floor with the listed address below. 105 W Broad St, Suite #410 · Falls Church, VA 22046

Secrets of Embassy Row: Mysteries Behind the Mansions!--DC, Friday, April 24, 5:30 pm Founded as D.C.’s neighborhood for the wealthy, and long the sites of foreign embassies and espionage, Embassy Row and Dupont Circle are a center of architecture, statesmanship—and intrigue. Take a walk into the exciting past and alluring present of this world-renowned locale! We'll explore the sites featured in our Embassy Row-based spy thriller, Femme Fatalité, and tell many other astonishing tales: [https://www.amazon.com/Femme-Fatalité-Lizzy-Thorne-Novel-ebook/dp/B0F4945MR5/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0](https://www.amazon.com/Femme-Fatalit%C3%A9-Lizzy-Thorne-Novel-ebook/dp/B0F4945MR5/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExc3VRSmRVM3QxbHVZSzZsbgEemjNuhGEciLMi7f7uOHXsj3Ncsd15ldSDt61f_uXmEvTBkmkQkqsnQHp89YQ_aem_TARtU1K3sAdVb3iGsqpMPQ) MEET at the Dupont Circle fountain, 21 Dupont Cir NW Washington, DC 20036. When: Friday, April 24, 5:30 pm! Length: c. 2 hours. Fee: Starts at $22. Pre-Register and Pre-Pay at— Eventbrite: Or PayPal, sending $23 to: paypal.me/EMoser460 Or pay $22 in cash at the start of the tour. Nearest metro stop: Dupont Circle. We’ll draw from this action-packed itinerary!: · How American agents stole intel from an enemy embassy · Vanished, and preserved, mansions of the Gilded Age · The site of the worst terrorist attack in D.C. history · The first steamboat voyage—in Rock Creek Park! · The home of a cursed diamond · The architect of Dupont Circle, and the Lincoln Memorial · A new spy novel set along Embassy Row and Georgetown · Dueling statues of a great imperialist and a great anti-imperialist · The first airplane pilot · The murderer who impersonated an Iraqi general · The inventor who revolutionized farming · Where the Attorney General, and a future President, were nearly bombed to death · The site of the murder of a ranking foreign diplomat · The astonishing influence of the DuPont family on American history · Cavalry duel--General Sheridan vs General Stuart · The traitorous spy of a valued ally · The secret espionage tunnel · George Washington’s private club · And Washington, D.C.’s even more exclusive club · Dupont Circle’s craziest house · The lady mogul of the media · The Confederacy’s retirement home · Statues of famed leaders from Turkey, Czech Republic, India…. · America’s greatest hero—and villain · The suicide that spun off from a great tragedy · A President’s ghost · Museum of a brewer who outlasted Prohibition · The most qualified man to be President--who was never elected · And more! Your guide is a former writer for the “Tonight Show”, and ex-White House speechwriter, and author of the new historical novel, based on actual World War II espionage in Embassy Row and Georgetown, Femme Fatalité: [https://www.amazon.com/Femme-Fatalité-Lizzy-Thorne-Novel/dp/B0F5NPSKDS/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FFemme-Fatalit%C3%A9-Lizzy-Thorne-Novel%2Fdp%2FB0F5NPSKDS%2Fref%3Dtmm_pap_swatch_0%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExc3VRSmRVM3QxbHVZSzZsbgEemjNuhGEciLMi7f7uOHXsj3Ncsd15ldSDt61f_uXmEvTBkmkQkqsnQHp89YQ_aem_TARtU1K3sAdVb3iGsqpMPQ&h=AT2L7wAmbpyO2oYeR7L25R66iqrMEoNcjbe1HB4NmqpZxLDETLwlvKC-QDSPHnGzkr2hP_CEgrAZaNEOMRQ_9yIHmOcXQT8Alka4mnS5bNj4Ix5odYjSC-_XPmHj6MFEXa7YwABcxFtMZYymNQ&__tn__=-UK-R&c%5b0%5d=AT1W3otwwvr3TLuWfMCqkXwwAxzbs2I9hmM15ZMK529m4JwnLSFGikFNVBYpOrbQPLhTZnERyTuIKlKseh5L3i0k9Qy7QhVx3Y4TA5lQxojL565xUXKXUfeioYniYqXXxCJUzG71w8brEYFWjyFj1eH7cgReZhrI5nrbdSxC6CuWGBO3K5_sLqCp-jpKIpotAYKyV7lLMIX8mBG2AtKf3cWJV7InEzMf) He is also author of the book The White House’s Unruly Neighborhood: [https://www.amazon.com/White-Houses-Unruly-Neighborhood-Lafayette-ebook/dp/B082ZVDCD7/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0](https://www.amazon.com/White-Houses-Unruly-Neighborhood-Lafayette-ebook/dp/B082ZVDCD7/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0) And a forthcoming book on the history of Georgetown. MEET at the Dupont Circle fountain, 21 Dupont Cir NW Washington, DC 20036. The Dupont Circle metro is nearby. Think history is boring? Not on this tour! Join us on the tour of a neighborhood steeped in history, beautiful buildings, and foreign intrigue!

Join Women & Gender eXpansive Coders DC for brunch at Union Market! We will get a large picnic table outside the main Union Market building. Come for 30 minutes or for the whole time. Meet fellow tech women and nonbinary folx over a cup of coffee or a meal from one of Union Market's many tasty restaurants. Getting there: Union Market is a short walk from the NoMa-Gallaudet University metro (Red line). Parking is usually available in the lot in front of the market, or on the street, although street parking can fill up on busy weekends.

**Founded as D.C.’s neighborhood for the wealthy, and long the sites of foreign embassies and espionage, Embassy Row and Dupont Circle are a center of architecture, statesmanship—and intrigue. Take a walk into the exciting past and alluring present of this world-renowned locale!** **We'll explore the sites featured in our Embassy Row-based spy thriller, Femme Fatalité, and tell many other astonishing tales:** **[https://www.amazon.com/Femme-Fatalité-Lizzy-Thorne-Novel-ebook/dp/B0F4945MR5/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0](https://www.amazon.com/Femme-Fatalit%C3%A9-Lizzy-Thorne-Novel-ebook/dp/B0F4945MR5/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExc3VRSmRVM3QxbHVZSzZsbgEemjNuhGEciLMi7f7uOHXsj3Ncsd15ldSDt61f_uXmEvTBkmkQkqsnQHp89YQ_aem_TARtU1K3sAdVb3iGsqpMPQ)** **MEET at the Dupont Circle fountain, 21 Dupont Cir NW Washington, DC 20036.** **When: Friday, April 24, 5:30 pm!** **Length: c. 2 hours.** **Fee: Starts at $22.** **Pre-Register and Pre-Pay at—** **Eventbrite:** **https://www.eventbrite.com/e/secrets-of-embassy-row-mysteries-behind-the-mansions-tickets-1987774399739?aff=oddtdtcreator** **Or PayPal, sending $23 to: paypal.me/EMoser460** **Or pay $22 in cash at the start of the tour.** **Nearest metro stop: Dupont Circle.** **We’ll draw from this action-packed itinerary!:** **· How American agents stole intel from an enemy embassy** **· Vanished, and preserved, mansions of the Gilded Age** **· The site of the worst terrorist attack in D.C. history** **· The first steamboat voyage—in Rock Creek Park!** **· The home of a cursed diamond** **· The architect of Dupont Circle, and the Lincoln Memorial** **· A new spy novel set along Embassy Row and Georgetown** **· Dueling statues of a great imperialist and a great anti-imperialist** **· The first airplane pilot** **· The murderer who impersonated an Iraqi general** **· The inventor who revolutionized farming** **· Where the Attorney General, and a future President, were nearly bombed to death** **· The site of the murder of a ranking foreign diplomat** **· The astonishing influence of the DuPont family on American history** **· Cavalry duel--General Sheridan vs General Stuart** **· The traitorous spy of a valued ally** **· The secret espionage tunnel** **· George Washington’s private club** **· And Washington, D.C.’s even more exclusive club** **· Dupont Circle’s craziest house** **· The lady mogul of the media** **· The Confederacy’s retirement home** **· Statues of famed leaders from Turkey, Czech Republic, India….** **· America’s greatest hero—and villain** **· The suicide that spun off from a great tragedy** **· A President’s ghost** **· Museum of a brewer who outlasted Prohibition** **· The most qualified man to be President--who was never elected** **· And more!** **Your guide is a former writer for the “Tonight Show”, and ex-White House speechwriter, and author of the new historical novel, based on actual World War II espionage in Embassy Row and Georgetown, Femme Fatalité:** **[https://www.amazon.com/Femme-Fatalité-Lizzy-Thorne-Novel/dp/B0F5NPSKDS/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FFemme-Fatalit%C3%A9-Lizzy-Thorne-Novel%2Fdp%2FB0F5NPSKDS%2Fref%3Dtmm_pap_swatch_0%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExc3VRSmRVM3QxbHVZSzZsbgEemjNuhGEciLMi7f7uOHXsj3Ncsd15ldSDt61f_uXmEvTBkmkQkqsnQHp89YQ_aem_TARtU1K3sAdVb3iGsqpMPQ&h=AT2L7wAmbpyO2oYeR7L25R66iqrMEoNcjbe1HB4NmqpZxLDETLwlvKC-QDSPHnGzkr2hP_CEgrAZaNEOMRQ_9yIHmOcXQT8Alka4mnS5bNj4Ix5odYjSC-_XPmHj6MFEXa7YwABcxFtMZYymNQ&__tn__=-UK-R&c%5b0%5d=AT1W3otwwvr3TLuWfMCqkXwwAxzbs2I9hmM15ZMK529m4JwnLSFGikFNVBYpOrbQPLhTZnERyTuIKlKseh5L3i0k9Qy7QhVx3Y4TA5lQxojL565xUXKXUfeioYniYqXXxCJUzG71w8brEYFWjyFj1eH7cgReZhrI5nrbdSxC6CuWGBO3K5_sLqCp-jpKIpotAYKyV7lLMIX8mBG2AtKf3cWJV7InEzMf)** **He is also author of the book The White House’s Unruly Neighborhood:** **[https://www.amazon.com/White-Houses-Unruly-Neighborhood-Lafayette-ebook/dp/B082ZVDCD7/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0](https://www.amazon.com/White-Houses-Unruly-Neighborhood-Lafayette-ebook/dp/B082ZVDCD7/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0)** **And a forthcoming book on the history of Georgetown.** **MEET at the Dupont Circle fountain, 21 Dupont Cir NW Washington, DC 20036.** **The Dupont Circle metro is nearby.** **Think history is boring? Not on this tour!** **Join us on the tour of a neighborhood steeped in history, beautiful buildings, and foreign intrigue!**

Let's go to AMC and watch "Michael". It's about Michael Jackson. Here's the link to the trailer for ur reference: https://youtu.be/mbtgEE6rkxw?si=CH4659uZtQheNKkq The 3:45 screening offers 20% discount. After that we will go to dinner TBD. Looking fw to seeing you all.

**Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). Topic: This month Chris Pazsint will be talking about Agentic Coding. How does one use CLI Based Agents, and Agentic IDEs such as Cursor, Kiro, Antigravity? How to include agentic coding plugins for IDEs you already love such as Visual Studio Code. We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com

**PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT NOTES:** 1. The dates for this series are simply placeholders at the moment. We are working on our 2026 schedule, and adjustments are forthcoming. 2. Each class in this series has an attendance fee. 3. Each class from BOTH a sign-up and fee perspective is a separate entity. **Introduction:** Our Page Building with Bricks web development class provides detailed instruction for using Bricks Builder, a visual site builder for WordPress, to create and manage websites. Widely considered by many of the world's leading web developers to be the most complete page builder on the market today, Bricks Builder offers a wide range of features and comprehensive tools. Our Bricks Builder web development class provides detailed instructions on utilizing the toolset. The series of courses covers the core features of Bricks Builder, enabling users to design and develop responsive, visually appealing websites. Moreover, the courses are oriented to reinforce a focus on professional, scalable web development. Throughout the series, we focus our page-building instruction on the semantic and structural integrity of the pages in a responsive world. By the end of the 10-class series, participants will have a fundamental understanding of proper web page and website development. **The breakdown of the 10-class series is as follows:** * Class 01 - Survey of Page Builders / What Bricksbuilder Does For You * Class 02 - Boxes, Boxes, Boxes / Sections / Containers * Class 03 - Static Units / Relative Units / Responsive Development And Math Functions * Class 04 - CSS Variables And DRY Development / Classes And Global Styling * Class 05 - CSS Grid And CSS Flexbox * Class 06 - Responsive Development / Breakpoints And Media Queries * Class 07 - Effective Use Of Color / Effective Use Of Images * Class 08 - Beginning To Think Dynamically / Using Templates And Components * Class 09 - Dynamic Styling / Data Attributes And Attribute Selectors * Class 10 - Pseudo Elements / Programmatically Styling With Pseudo Classes Throughout the class sessions listed above, we cover the following key areas of web development with Bricks Builder: * **Introduction to Bricks Builder Interface:** * Familiarization with the builder's layout, including the toolbar, panel, and canvas, and understanding how to navigate and interact with its various components. * **Visual Site Building:** * Techniques for creating layouts using Bricks' drag-and-drop interface, incorporating sections, rows, columns, and elements to build page structures. * **Styling and Design:** * Utilizing Bricks' styling options to customize elements, apply global CSS classes for consistent design, and leverage features like Flexbox and CSS Grid for responsive layouts. * **Dynamic Content and Custom Fields:** * Integrating dynamic content from custom post types and custom field plugins (like ACF, Meta Box) to build data-driven websites. * **Template Building:** * Creating and managing reusable templates for headers, footers, post type layouts, and other site-wide elements. * **Performance Optimization:** * Understanding how Bricks Builder contributes to fast-loading websites and implementing performance best practices. * **Advanced Features:** * Depending on the class level, it might delve into advanced topics such as conditional logic, interactions, and custom code integration to enable more complex functionality. The series aims to equip participants with the skills to efficiently build, customize, and maintain WordPress websites using Bricks Builder, catering to both beginners and experienced web developers.

**Latest Dojo Location!** **Knotty Pine Brewing** 1765 W 3rd Ave, Columbus, OH 43212 We're going to try a new dojo location for a few weeks and see how it works Dojos are informal Python group study sessions where everyone interested in Python gathers to learn about Python, help others with Python, or just hang out. Everyone is welcome from Python beginners to experts. Bringing a laptop is encouraged (we'll have extension cords and power strips). If there's something you want to learn leave a comment on this invite so we can plan ahead. We're looking for speakers for our Monthly Meetups! Fill out the form if you are interested in presenting to the Python Community. https://forms.gle/ehSfUAC2WgR34Crq9

**PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT NOTES:** 1. The dates for this series are simply placeholders at the moment. We are working on our 2026 schedule, and adjustments are forthcoming. 2. Each class in this series has an attendance fee. 3. Each class, from BOTH a sign-up and fee perspective, is a separate entity. 4. As the Etch toolset evolves, so too will the class outline below. **Introduction:** Our Site Building with Etch class provides detailed instructions on the philosophy of the Etch development framework, as well as in-depth, hands-on instruction on using the Etch environment and associated tools. Anyone familiar with Kevin Geary and the Digital Gravy set of products will tell you that they offer ground-breaking approaches to professional WordPress site development. As we write this, the Etch toolset and environment are rapidly taking shape, with weekly quantum leaps forward in WordPress development methodologies. As early investors in the Etch product offering and its development process, we are actively testing and evaluating the toolset as it takes shape. We are beyond excited to see how WordPress site development is being modernized, and can't wait to bring this course set to you. It will be a paradigm shift in page and site development within WordPress, as well as moving your development mindset light-years forward. Join us as we explore Etch and dive deep into development approaches that will genuinely elevate your craft as a website developer and agency provider. Scalable, responsive, compliant websites are now within easy reach, and Etch provides both the platform and toolset to take you there. **The breakdown of the 10-class series is as follows:** * Class 01 - TBD * Class 02 - TBD * Class 03 - TBD * Class 04 - TBD * Class 05 - TBD * Class 06 - TBD * Class 07 - TBD * Class 08 - TBD * Class 09 - TBD * Class 10 - TBD Throughout the class sessions listed above, we cover the following key areas of web development with Etch: * **Introduction to Etch Interface:** * Familiarization with the toolset's layout and understanding how to navigate and interact with its various components. * **Visual Site Building:** * Techniques for creating layouts using Etch's interface, incorporating sections, divs, containers, and elements to build semantically correct page structures. * **Styling and Design:** * Utilizing Etch's styling approach to customize elements, apply global CSS classes for consistent design, and leverage features like Flexbox and CSS Grid for responsive layouts. * **Dynamic Content and Custom Fields:** * Integrating dynamic content from custom post types and custom field plugins (like ACF, Meta Box, and even built-in fields) to build data-driven websites. * **Component Building:** * Creating and managing reusable components for headers, footers, post type layouts, and other site-wide elements. * **Performance Optimization:** * Understanding how Etch contributes to fast-loading websites and implementing performance best practices. * **Advanced Features:** * Depending on the class level, it might delve into advanced topics such as conditional logic, interactions, and custom code integration to enable more complex functionality. The series aims to equip participants with the skills to efficiently build, customize, and maintain WordPress websites using Etch, catering to both beginners and experienced web developers alike.

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**TBA**

**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** GitHub Copilot is powerful, but what if you could scale from a solo AI assistant to an entire team of specialized agents working in parallel? This session introduces Squad: an open-source framework for multi-agent orchestration that lets you define teams of AI agents with specific roles, responsibilities, and expertise. We'll progress from Copilot basics to the Copilot CLI, explore how Agents add autonomy, and see how Instructions and Skills let you customize agent behavior. Then, the climax: a live demo where a Squad team of 3 agents (Lead, Developer, Tester) stands up and builds a working application in real-time, showcasing true multi-agent collaboration. Whether you're new to AI or exploring how to scale your use of Copilot, this session will show you what's possible when agents work as a team. **YouTube Link** TBD