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Program and Build a NLP Solution with Azure AI Foundry
**Program and Build a NLP (Natural Language Processing) Solution with Azure AI Foundry**
This session demonstrates how to build an end-to-end Natural Language Processing (NLP) solution using Microsoft Azure AI Foundry, based on a real hands-on project.
It walks through designing an NLP workflow, selecting and configuring foundation models, applying prompt engineering techniques along with model fine-tuning, and structuring the solution for scalability and real-world use.
Attendees will see real architecture decisions, code examples, and lessons learned from implementing NLP solutions on Azure.
**Speaker: Kaan Turgut**
Kaan Turgut is a passionate tech professional who loves turning cutting-edge ideas into reality. As a Hybrid Cloud Solution Architect with deep expertise in the cloud, DevOps and AI, Kaan thrives on designing scalable cloud solutions, building smart AI-driven applications, and streamlining development workflows. His mission? Helping organizations unlock the full potential of the cloud to drive innovation and growth.
But Kaan’s impact goes beyond code and infrastructure. He’s a huge believer in the idea that “you get as much as you give.” That’s why he’s always sharing his knowledge with the tech community—whether it’s through mentoring up-and-coming developers, hosting hands-on workshops, or speaking at industry events. He’s even on YouTube, sharing tips, tutorials, and insights to help others grow. For Kaan, it’s all about making a meaningful impact on the ecosystem and the lives of those around him.
Want to explore how cloud and AI can transform your business? Or just swap ideas and stories? Reach out to Kaan—he’d love to connect!
**Schedule:**
6:00 - 6:30 - Meet 'n Greet with Pizza and Pop
6:30 - 6:45 - Introduction and Welcome
6:45 - 7:45 - Main Presentation
7:45 - 8:00 - Closing and Prize Draw (You're not going to want to miss this prize!!)
8:00 - ? - (Optional - whoever would like to join) Continue our conversations at Bar 6ix, 201 City Centre Drive (3 minute walk)
**Where to Find Us**
Room 204 in the Hazel McCallion Central Library. 2nd Level.
**Parking**
There is a parking garage under the library. Parking is free from 6PM on.
FREEZEBRUARY Toronto Film and TV Industry Social
HAPPY FEBRUARY everyone !
Welcome to our new location : The Urban House Kitchen & Bar on Queen St East!
If you're available, please join us on the SECOND FLOOR of Urban House Kitchen & Bar, for your favourite Film and TV Networking evenings.
Rain, Shine or Blizzard, WE WILL BE THERE! AND THERE WILL BE PRESENTS :D
Of course, if you feel sick, have a fever, a cough, or don't feel comfortable with attending such an event post COVID times, please, don't put yourself and others in a bad position, and wait for the next one, because there will always be a next one. :D
Bring your smiles and business cards!
See you there !
DISCLAIMER : The organizers are not responsible for the potential stupid behaviour of some people, and you and us know that there is always a possibility of these happening, so by RSVPing to this event, you assume all responsibility and won't be able to hold the organizers responsible if anything happens that is related to your decision of attending.
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FREEZEBRUARY Toronto Film and TV Industry Social Evening
Thursday, Feb26th 2026, 6PM
The SECOND FLOOR at Urban House Kitchen & Bar
718 Queen St E.
Toronto, ON M4M 1H2
Beyond Copilot: Agentic Java Development with Claude Code - Victor Szoltysek
Most Java developers have tried AI-assisted coding through chat interfaces or inline autocomplete. Useful — but limited.
In this talk, we’ll explore the next step: agentic Java development using Claude Code. Instead of treating AI as a smarter text box, we’ll look at what changes when the model can reason across files, plan multi-step changes, interact with tools, and operate closer to how real developers work.
This will be a practical, experience-driven session focused on:
• How agentic coding differs from ChatGPT-style prompting and traditional Copilot usage
• Where Claude Code fits (and where it doesn’t) in real Java projects
• How tools, context, and workflows matter more than “prompt tricks”
• How to avoid unstructured vibe coding while still moving faster
No prior experience with agentic tools is required. The goal isn’t to sell a silver bullet — it’s to help Java developers understand what’s genuinely new, what’s hype, and how these tools can be used responsibly in real-world codebases.
**About the venue**
Free Times Cafe has bistro-style seating and a full food and drink menu. Please consider helping to support the venue by planning to have supper during the talk.
**Speaker Bio**
Victor Szoltysek is a seasoned consultant and technologist, currently at RAVL, where he helps clients eliminate the inefficiencies of undifferentiated heavy lifting and focus on building solutions that drive real business value for their customers. With a career spanning notable organizations like Accenture, Pivotal, and ThoughtWorks, as well as numerous startups, Victor brings a wealth of experience in cloud transformations, DevOps enablement, and Agile software development.
A dedicated Java enthusiast with a sharp eye for cutting-edge technologies, Victor’s work frequently intersects with AWS, where he strives to streamline workflows and help teams leverage the cloud without unnecessary complexity. Recently, he’s also ventured into the dynamic world of artificial intelligence, exploring ways to make programming more engaging, efficient, and rewarding.
Victor is known for his humorous and sometimes controversial presentation style, ensuring lively discussions and thought-provoking takeaways. His disdain for overly complex tech solutions drives his mission to simplify the way we build and deploy software. Whether he’s sharing insights about Java, AWS, or AI, Victor’s talks are as energizing and satisfying as your favorite cup of coffee. Don’t miss his unique blend of wit, wisdom, and deep technical expertise at our meetup!
[CAS] ENG x MANDARIN Board Game Exchange (英语x普通桌游活动)
*To join this event, you must be able to speak full sentences in Mandarin.
This event is for those wanting to practice Mandarin and/or English. Here, you can chat with others and play board games in either language to improve your linguistic skills. Feel free to join our WeChat group during the event, as it is the best way to stay connected with us.
If you have any questions, leave a comment on this event page.
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此活动是以聊天和玩桌游练习中文或英文,等级不限,平时有6-10位参加者。此活动微信群可在活动中加入,互相学习,天天向上。
如果您有任何疑问,请随时在活动页上留言或联系主持人
Generating more business before 9am than most people see all week
To register, please visit https://www.bnibusinessconnectionsone.com/
• What we'll do
Doors open: 6:45 am
Structured meeting: 7:00 am - 8:30 am (We start and stop on time.)
- Informal Networking
- President’s Welcome
- Leadership Team Introductions
- Education Moment: 2-minute talk on a networking topic
- Weekly Presentations (45-seconds per member and guest- pitching your own services)
- VP’s Report: Chapter Performance Update
- Reports: Treasurer and Membership Committee
- 5-Minute Break
- 10-Minute Feature Presentation by a Member
- Passing of referrals, testimonials, thank yous to guests
- Presenter’s Gift Draw
- Close
OUR GUARANTEE: Business Connections One are full of life, laughter and learning!
• What to bring
What you’ll need to do as a visitor:
- Plan a 45 second (100 words) infomercial on your business and what makes a good referral.
- Bring about 40 business cards for circulation to the group.
- Pay $30 in cash or cheque at the door (or via Paypal on this site)
• Important to know
French at the Royal Conservatory
Join us for an evening of French conversation at B Espresso Bar in the atrium of the Toronto Royal Conservatory of Music (near St. George station)!
We welcome all levels of French, and it's free\*.
Venez pratiquer votre français!
\*While there is no fee to attend this event, guests are expected to purchase something from B Espresso Bar, in accordance with RCM's restrictions on usage of the cafe atrium space.
**Building location:**
The Royal Conservatory is at 273 Bloor St W, between Varsity Stadium and the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM). There are entrances off Bloor St. and Philosopher's Walk. If you enter from Bloor St through the large glass doors, follow the hallway on the left beside the staircase and turn left at the end. (Closest TTC: St. George)
**Notes and restrictions:**
The host may or may not attend this event. Attendees are encouraged to seat themselves at two or more adjacent tables, as needed. Please form groups of 6 people at each table; do not rearrange chairs and tables to accommodate more people, as this obstructs the narrow walking space. Guests are expected to order something from the cafe, and are asked to please refrain from bringing outside food or drink. Attendees must leave the building at 8pm when the cafe stops serving.
**Contributions:**
If you are a regular with us and would like to support the group, please send any contributions by e-transfer to [diskutomeetup@gmail.com.](http://diskutomeetup@gmail.com.) The yearly donation goal and amounts received year-to-date will be tracked anonymously on [this google sheet](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18GfqYsis8Cf2XGg4KsKQJsY_0Fv3bsSQHwJAxvC1Km8/edit?usp=sharing). Thank you so much for your support.
🚀 CONNECT & GROW: Work from Anywhere Revolution!
🚀 CONNECT & GROW THURSDAY'S🤝
Work from Anywhere Revolution!
📍 Union Social \| 6986 Financial Dr\.\, Mississauga
🗓Thursday, February 26th, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
[https://connectgrowwar0226.eventbrite.ca](https://connectgrowwar0226.eventbrite.ca/)
Calling all small business owners, entrepreneurs & side-hustlers! 👋
Join us for Connect & Grow, a high-energy Power Hour designed to help you:
✨ Expand your professional network
✨ Build real connections & collaborations
✨ Learn about LegalShield services and a work-from-anywhere opportunity to create an additional stream of income to your portfolio
✨ Get inspired by like-minded professionals who are serious about growth
💥 Cost: FREE to attend
🍔🍹 Kindly support our amazing host, Union Social, by purchasing food and/or drinks during the event.
Spots are limited—RSVP now to secure your place and show up ready to connect, learn, and grow! 🌱
👉 Register today & bring a friend!
#ConnectAndGrow #PowerHour #MississaugaNetworking #EntrepreneurLife #SmallBusinessOwners #SideHustle #WorkFromHome #LegalShield #SupportLocal 💼✨🍽️
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Travel & Tourism Networking: Connect, Collaborate & Travel
Get ready to mingle, share stories, and make travel plans with fellow travel enthusiasts at our Travel & Tourism Networking event!
EVENT SUMMARY
Join us for Travel & Tourism Networking Night: Connect, Collaborate & Travel, an in-person event focused on bringing together travel lovers, industry professionals, content creators, nomads, expats, vagabonds, and anyone interested in making connections, working, creating, or growing in the travel industry.
Whether you’re already in the industry or simply passionate about travel, come enjoy a relaxed, fun atmosphere where connecting feels easy, natural, and intentional.
Expect good vibes, great conversations, and connections that go beyond exchanging business cards.
✨ No awkward networking
✨ No forced pitches
✨ Just real people and genuine conversations
EVENT DETAILS
Capacity: Limited to ensure a high-quality experience
Vibe: Fun, respectful, relaxed, and welcoming
Dress Code: Smart casual (look good, feel comfortable)
⚠️ Limited spots available. Once tickets sell out, registration closes.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
✔ Travel lovers & explorers
✔ Travel industry professionals (tourism, hospitality, airlines, agencies)
✔ Content creators & influencers in the travel space
✔ Freelancers, students, or career switchers interested in travel
✔ Anyone who values meaningful, in-person connection
If you’re ready to meet new people and form meaningful connection, then this event is for you.
HOW IT WORKS
1. Arrival & Welcome
Check in, grab a drink/food, and get settled.
2. Open Networking
Spend time chatting with people you’re drawn to, sharing experiences, ideas, and opportunities organically.
WHY TRAVEL & TOURISM NETWORKING NIGHT: CONNECT, COLLABORATE & TRAVEL
✔ Thoughtfully hosted and well-organized
✔ Comfortable, welcoming environment
✔ Genuine conversations over forced networking
✔ Opportunity to meet like-minded people in travel
✔ Designed for connection, collaboration, and community
This is networking done better.
IMPORTANT NOTES
• This is a curated experience; respectful behavior is required
• Please arrive on time to fully participate
• No refunds are available
FINAL CALL
✨ Spots are intentionally limited to keep the experience intimate and high-quality
✨ If you’ve been waiting to meet people in the travel world in real life, this is your moment
Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube @thenetworkingevents.
Stay tuned for upcoming events, giveaways, and future experiences.
👉 Grab your ticket and join us for a night of connecting, collaborating, and meeting your next travel buddies
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/travel-tourism-networking-connect-collaborate-travel-tickets-1980779276136/?aff=erellivmlt&keep_tld=1#organizer-card
Mob Programming at Mofer Coffee
Let’s do some coding together at a cafe! No more working alone in the weekend. Here, we write code together. And I mean together together. Not occupying-the-same-space-but-separate together.
Here’s how it works: Jennifer brings her mobile app project, tells everyone that it is like Pinterest for recipes and she’d like to work on the nav bar. Paul and Chloe think Jennifer's project is fascinating, and they join the group. They gather around Jennifer’s laptop and work on the nav bar for 2 hours. Jennifer is the one typing out the code while Paul and Chloe research, brainstorm, and offer suggestions.
If you’re feeling stuck on your own project or need a motivation boost, bring it to mob programming!
Want to learn by watching how others code and solve problems? Join someone else’s project at this event!
Oh and we love your half-done projects that you are a bit embarrassed to share. Absolutely bring those to the event!
**Discord**:
We use Discord to share screen & code snippets during the event. Also feel free to share your projects here before the event!
https://discord.gg/Da9fZFxPfs
**Event policy**:
* We have 0 tolerance for harassment.
* We don’t allow the projects that are not meant to be shared in public such as school assignments, interview tasks, or trade secrets.
* The goal is to write code. We discourage you from pitching business ideas here, doing code reviews, or spending the whole event on planning what to do.
* Please buy a drink, and tip the barista well.
Creatives & Professionals Social: Meet Your Tribe Networking Event
What to expect
Connect. Create. Meet Your Tribe. Network with creatives and professionals from diverse industries in one inspiring evening. Join us for an evening of meaningful connections, bold ideas, and new collaborations.
The Creatives & Professionals Social is a networking experience designed for professionals and creatives across diverse industries from beauty, entrepreneurs, entertainment, finance to wellness, and everything in between. Whether you're looking to build business relationships, discover collaboration opportunities, or simply expand your professional circle, this is the space where conversations spark innovation and inspiration.
Target Audience
🎬 Film, TV & Production
Directors, Actors, Filmmakers, Producers, Screenwriters, Editors, Talent Managers
🎶 Music, Performing Arts & Entertainment
Musicians, DJs, Singers, Dancers, Songwriters,
Theatre Performers
📸 Fashion, Photography & Media
Models, Photographers, Fashion Creatives,
Media Creators
🎮 Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media
Gamers, Streamers, Esports Players,
Game Developers
📱 Digital Content & Social Media
Content Creators, Influencers,
Bloggers, Podcasters
🎨 Visual Arts & Design
Artists, Illustrators, Painters, Visual Designers
🧖♀️ Beauty, Health & Wellness
Makeup Artists, Hairstylists, Personal Trainers, Therapists, Wellness Coaches
🚀 Entrepreneurship & Leadership
Entrepreneurs, Founders, Business Owners, Executives
💻 Technology & Digital
Tech & IT, Al, Engineering, SEO, Digital Marketing
📦 Operations & Commerce
Operations Managers, Retail, E-Commerce,
Supply Chain & Logistics
🏦 Finance, Real Estate & Construction
Finance Professionals, Real Estate, Construction, Property Development
🩺 Healthcare & Skilled Professions
Medical & Healthcare Professionals,
Skilled Trades
🎓 Education & Language Services
Educators, Trainers, Language Tutors
Why Attend?
* Build valuable professional relationships
* Discover hidden job opportunities
* Explore partnership opportunities
* Create long lasting meaningful connections
* Drinks and baked goods available for purchase
Dress Code: Business Casual / Creative
Professional
Bring: Business cards, open minds, and good energy
Meet like minded individuals, collaborate, build meaningful connections, and expand your network at the Creatives & Professionals Social. Get your tickets now, limited tickets available.
Follow us on Instagram, Tik Tok, and Youtube @thenetworkingevents.
Stay tuned for upcoming events, giveaways, and future experiences.
Get your ticket now on Eventbrite!
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/creatives-professionals-social-meet-your-tribe-networking-event-tickets-1982370376159/?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
🇨🇦Japanese and English Language Exchange (Page for everyone)
~English description below~
イベント参加費として、日本人の方(日本で生まれ育ち、現在英語を勉強している方)は$2、日本人以外の方(日本語を勉強している方)は$5頂いております。
皆さんから頂いたお金は、こちらのサイトの維持費や将来のランゲージエクスチェンジ施設利用料やソーシャルイベント等のために使われます。ご理解の程、よろしくお願いいたします。
予約受付開始:土曜日5:00PM(前イベント終了後)
予約取消締切:土曜日14:00PM(当日)
予約受付締切:土曜日15:00PM(当日)
スケジュール
5.15 PM - 5:30PM - チェックイン、グループ分け
5:30 PM - 6:15PM - 日本語の時間[または英語の時間]
6:15PM - 7:00 PM - 英語の時間[または日本語の時間]
【イベント内容】
Language Exchangeへようこそ!このグループでは、皆さんのレベルに応じて、3〜4名のグループにわかれ、同じ席になった人たちで各45分間、それぞれ英語と日本語でフリートークを行なっていただきます。決まったディスカッショントピックなどはございませんので、気軽に質問をしながらそれぞれのセッションを楽しんでいただければと思います。
開催場所:Atrium フードコート
TJEXのサインボードを持ったオーガナイザーにお声がけください。(もしサインがなかったり、わからなければメッセージをお願いします!)
予約規約(⚠️重要)
・当日の不参加、もしくは15分以上の遅刻、また予約取消締切後の変更は原則不参加(No-Show)とみなします。不参加(No-show)が3回になりますと会員登録が抹消され、退会となりますのでご注意ください。
・イベントに遅れそうな場合は必ずオーガナイザーまでメッセージをお願いします。イベント開始時間にいるメンバーでグループを組み直すこともあるので、連絡なしで到着された場合はイベントに参加できない可能性もあります。原則、30分以上遅れての参加はご遠慮いただいております。あらかじめご了承ください。
キャンセル待ち
・満席の場合、”キャンセル待ち”リスト(waiting-list)にご登録いただくことが可能です。“参加予定”リスト(going-list)中に空席が発生した場合は、”キャンセル待ち”への登録が早かった方を優先に、オーガナイザーが”参加予定”へ移動しますので、当日の参加状況の変更がないかご自身でご確認ください。
※ご注意※
・空席ができた際は、自動的に”キャンセル待ち”より”参加予定”へ変更されます。この時にMeetupよりお知らせがあるかはわかりません。
・システムにより自動的に”参加予定”とされ、それに気づかずに参加しなかった場合でも、不参加とみなされますのでご了承ください。
Instagramアカウント @tjex.ca
最新情報やミートアップの様子を掲載しています。
ぜひこちらもフォローお願いします!
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***Although our group is a non-profit organization, we collect $ 5 per English Speaker for every event. All the proceeds are used to run this website and for social events***
RSVP:
RSVP open: 5:00 PM (Saturday after previous event)
RSVP cancel deadline: Saturday, 2:00 PM (day of the event)
RSVP close: Saturday, 3:00 PM (day of the event)
Day of Event:
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM - Check-in and Group placement
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM - Japanese conversation
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM - English conversation
Event Description:
This is an in-person language exchange! Members are placed into groups of three or four based on their language level. Each 45 minute session consists of friendly casual conversation, and/or informal study.
Optional Dinner :
After the Language event, we usually go for Dinner. Dinner is optional, you may or may not join the Dinner, it depends on you.
However, Dinner is only for Participants that joined on the day of the event.
Event Location:
Atrium Food Court
The food court is directly connected to the Dundas subway station. Leave the subway station and walk west along Dundas Street.
At the intersection of Bay Street and Dundas Street, you will find an entrance. Proceed down the escalator.
The food court is on the basement floor. Please talk to the organizer with the signboard showing TJEX. (If you can’t find them, please send a message to the organizer.)
⚠️RSVP & Late Policy:
If you are unable to join on the day of the event, please change your status from 'going-list' to 'not going-list'. Failure to Not show up will result in 1 No -Show. Also, in case of arriving 15 mins late to the event will result in 1 No-Show.
Members are removed from the group after 3 No-Shows.
Waiting List:
Members can join the waiting-list even if an event is full. When a spot becomes available, we will move you to the going-list.
Going List:
Only Members on the going-list can participate on the day of the event.
Group Instagram -
@tjex.ca
Feel free to follow us!
Puppy Yoga Networking with Dose Juice + FREE Matcha: Emerge Elite Power Mixer
Join us for a joyful, stress-melting afternoon of Puppy
Yoga & Networking, led by Emerge Elite x Bharvjit from Elysian Wellness
A joyful, stress-melting afternoon of **Puppy Yoga & Networking**.
This unique experience blends movement, mindfulness, play, and human connection, and ofcourse- puppy energy.
Whether you’re here to stretch, de-stress, make new connections or just cuddle puppies (no judgment), we have designed this event to leave you feeling **lighter, happier, and connected**.
### What’s Included
Your ticket gets you:
* **45-minute guided yoga session with puppies**
* **Puppy playtime & cuddles**
* **FREE Matcha by Aocha TO.**
* **1-hour networking mixer with humans**
* **Surprise goodie bag** featuring **Dose Juice**
### Who This Is For
* Entrepreneurs, professionals, and community builders
* Wellness lovers & yoga beginners (all levels welcome)
* Puppy lovers who need serotonin immediately
* Anyone looking for a actually fun and feel-good networking experience
### What to Bring
* Comfortable yoga attire
* An open heart for puppies
Dupont Morning Code
[Summary]
This meetup is for those who are interested in code, web development, design, cloud, or AI. All levels are welcome, so feel free to bring your laptop and discuss what you are working on or what you are learning. You can share your projects and ideas with other participants freely. There are outlets and WiFi, drinks are about $5 for tea, they take card only.
[Price]
Attendance is FREE. But you need to buy something from the venue.
[Policies]
\- We do not tolerate harassment of our members
\- We remind users that that this meetup is intended for networking and hobby development\, and any attempts at using this meetup event as a dating platform will not be not be tolerated
Further information: https://torontostack.exchange/
Mandarin-English Exchange (Sunday)
【College Park food court is closed again, so we change the location to the food court in Aura Concourse(384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON), near the College Station.】
I am helping organize a mandarin-english language exchange downtown. If you want to improve your Mandarin/English, feel free to come by downtown and meet others to practise your language. There will be native Mandarin and English speakers to help you! Or you can share your language skills with others!
Every Sunday 3:00pm-5:00pm
Aura Concourse(384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON)
[ Please find a table with "meetup" label (like the Featured photo).]
[ Usually in front of the pharmacy ]
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大家好:
【College Park的food court又给封了,所以我们把活动地点换到了 Aura Concourse的food court(384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON),靠近College Station。】
我正在组织一场中英文交流活动。如果你想提高你的普通话或者英语,那就快来参加吧!你可以在这里认识很多母语为普通话或者英语的新朋友!他们都非常乐于帮你提高你的中英文表达能力!也欢迎你同我们一起分享你的语言技巧! 谢谢!
每周日 3:00pm-5:00pm
Aura Concourse food court(384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON)
【请找到一张桌子,桌上有张纸,写着“Meetup”。】
【位置通常在药房前面】
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大家好:
【College Park的food court又給封了,所以我們把活動地點換到了Aura Concourse的food court(384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON),靠近College 】
我正在組織一場中英文交流活動。如果你想提高你的國語或者英語,那就快來參加吧!你可以在這裡認識很多母語為國語或者英語的新朋友!他們都非常樂於幫你提高你的中英文表達能力!也歡迎你同我們一起分享你的語言技巧! 謝謝!
每週日 3:00pm-5:00pm
Aura Concourse food court(384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON)
【請找到一張桌子,桌上有張紙,寫著“Meetup”】
【位置通常會在藥房前面】
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Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit - Barret Blake
**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**
*Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit: From Intent to Implementation*
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.
**YouTube Link**
TBA
Central Ohio .NET Developers Group
* Who Can Attend \*
The Central Ohio .Net Developers Group meetings are free and open to the public!
All developers; professional, student, and hobbyist are welcome and encouraged to attend.
* When we meet \*
The Central Ohio .Net Developers Group meets on the 4th Thursday of every month.
* Where we meet \*
Please check our Meetup group link below for the latest location details!
* Join our Meetup Group \*
https://www.meetup.com/Central-Ohio-NET-Developers-Group-CONDG/
CBusData - Discover the Power of Window Functions
Window functions have nothing to do with the Windows operating system but provide a “window” to a result set when used in SQL queries. They are powerful, set-based methods to view data in unexpected ways. Window functions provide easy, set-based solutions to solve some common problems:
* Using running totals
* Performing operations in intervals
* Identifying data gaps and islands
* Performing aggregates without losing detail
Many people are confused by window functions and do not know how to use them properly. This session will explore window functions, how they work, and how to use them. Demonstrations with several examples will solidify how window functions can simplify queries and make them more powerful.
What's New in .NET 10 and Visual Studio 2026
**Presenter:** Auri Rahimzadeh, Principal Software Architect, Momentum3
**Time:** Pizza at 6:00, Presentation Starts at 6:30pm Eastern
**Location:** Theoris, 9000 Keystone Crossing, Suite 230, Indianapolis
.NET 10 is here alongside a practically rewritten Visual Studio 2026. Learn about the new C# 14 features, VS2026 niceties, and more!
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Building Agents with Microsoft Foundry
We will show a variety of methods for building agents that run in Microsoft Foundry. This covers the different types of agents: Prompt, Multi, and Hosted, as well as the development lifecycle using evals and traces.
Cocoaheads
Come out to Improving for our monthly iOS and Mac meetings.
This Month's Presentation:
Nothing yet. (You should volunteer).
What is Cocoaheads (http://cocoaheads.org/)?
CocoaHeads is a group devoted to discussion of Apple Computer's Cocoa Framework for programming on MacOS X and iOS (including the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch). During monthly meetings, members present on their projects and offer tutorials on various programming topics.
What is BuckeyeCocoa (http://buckeyecocoa.org/)?
BuckeyeCocoa is a group of Objective-C/Swift developers/enthusiasts. We host monthly Cocoaheads and near-weekly NSCoder meetings in Columbus, Ohio. The meetings are free to attend.
Presentations!
Presenters welcome! We are always in need of people willing to present material. Any Swift and/or Objective-C related topic is welcome. Times can be 5 minutes (i.e. lightning talks) to a maximum of 2 hours. Interested? Contact info is on the BuckeyeCocoa website.
To volunteer for a presentation contact us at @BuckeyeCocoa on Twitter.
Follow us on Twitter! @BuckeyeCocoa (https://twitter.com/#!/Buckeyecocoa/) For more information: http://buckeyecocoa.org/




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