New Product Development: Software & Tech

**Snowflake Toronto User Group: Summit in 60 Special Edition** We are excited to invite you to the next Snowflake Toronto User Group meeting on **Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM**. Talks will start promptly at 6:00 PM. *On the Agenda:* Missed the Snowflake Summit in San Francisco this June? We’ve got you covered. Whether you're just getting started with Snowflake or looking to optimize your current setup, join us for a practical, 60-minute recap of everything announced. Our local subject matter experts will break down the foundational updates, new product releases, and practical ways to accelerate your AI and application development. No fluff, just the key takeaways and architectural insights you need to know. *Networking & Community:* A light meal and refreshments will be served, and attendees will receive exclusive items from the Snowflake community. Don't miss out on this opportunity to network with fellow Snowflake users and gain valuable insights. RSVP now to secure your spot and join our growing community. Please register to participate in this exciting event! *Location:* OneEleven, 325 Front St. W, Toronto, Ontario M5V 2Y1 **4th floor**, left of the elevators

***Tickets must be purchased in advance!*** https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-luxury-real-estate-interior-designer-construction-renovation-ne-tickets-1990926328242 Get ready to connect with Toronto's finest real estate, design, construction, and finance professionals at a networking event like no other! **Stellar Socials by Limitless: Toronto Real Estate, Interior Design, Construction & Renovation Networking Event** Join us for an exclusive evening curated for ambitious professionals across real estate, interior design, construction, and renovation. This is your opportunity to build meaningful connections, unlock new opportunities, and elevate your business or career. Whether you're seeking strategic partnerships, industry insights, or simply looking to expand your network, this event offers the perfect environment to connect, collaborate, and grow. **DRESS CODE: BUSINESS CASUAL** ### About Stellar Socials by Limitless Stellar Socials is a premier networking experience hosting high-quality events across North America. We bring together top-tier professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives in a stylish, high-energy environment designed for real connections. Our mission is simple: create powerful spaces where connections turn into opportunities. ### Who Attends? Expect a curated mix of driven professionals, including: • **Real Estate Professionals** – Agents, brokers, developers, investors, and builders • **Interior Designers** – Designers, decorators, and creative consultants • **Construction Leaders** – Contractors, project managers, architects, and engineers • **Renovation Specialists** – Builders, flippers, and home improvement experts • **Entrepreneurs & Investors** – Business owners and growth-focused professionals • **Startups & Innovators** – Companies seeking partnerships and exposure • **Job Seekers & Graduates** – Ambitious individuals entering the industry • **Media & Marketing Professionals** – Creators covering real estate & design trends 📍 **Age Group:** 21–55 \| **Venue:** 21+ (Bar Setting) ### What to Expect ✨ High-value conversations around real estate trends, design innovation, and development ✨ Opportunities to meet industry leaders, collaborators, and future partners ✨ Career and business growth insights ✨ A relaxed, upscale social environment designed for natural networking Whether you attend solo or with friends, you’ll leave with valuable connections, fresh ideas, and new opportunities. ### The Stellar Socials Experience Our events are intentionally designed to feel effortless and high-quality. No pressure—just genuine conversations, strong energy, and the right people in the room. Come ready to connect, collaborate, and elevate your network. ### Join the Community 📲 Instagram: @stellarsocialsbylimitless 📘 Facebook: Stellar Socials by Limitless 🎥 TikTok: @stellar.socials ### Notice of Photography Please note: Photos and videos will be taken during the event for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to being photographed and/or filmed. If you prefer not to appear, please inform an event organizer upon arrival.

***Tickets must be purchased in advance!*** https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-luxury-real-estate-interior-designer-construction-renovation-ne-tickets-1990926328242 Get ready to connect with Toronto's finest real estate, design, construction, and finance professionals at a networking event like no other! **Stellar Socials by Limitless: Toronto Real Estate, Interior Design, Construction & Renovation Networking Event** Join us for an exclusive evening curated for ambitious professionals across real estate, interior design, construction, and renovation. This is your opportunity to build meaningful connections, unlock new opportunities, and elevate your business or career. Whether you're seeking strategic partnerships, industry insights, or simply looking to expand your network, this event offers the perfect environment to connect, collaborate, and grow. **DRESS CODE: BUSINESS CASUAL** ### About Stellar Socials by Limitless Stellar Socials is a premier networking experience hosting high-quality events across North America. We bring together top-tier professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives in a stylish, high-energy environment designed for real connections. Our mission is simple: create powerful spaces where connections turn into opportunities. ### Who Attends? Expect a curated mix of driven professionals, including: • **Real Estate Professionals** – Agents, brokers, developers, investors, and builders • **Interior Designers** – Designers, decorators, and creative consultants • **Construction Leaders** – Contractors, project managers, architects, and engineers • **Renovation Specialists** – Builders, flippers, and home improvement experts • **Entrepreneurs & Investors** – Business owners and growth-focused professionals • **Startups & Innovators** – Companies seeking partnerships and exposure • **Job Seekers & Graduates** – Ambitious individuals entering the industry • **Media & Marketing Professionals** – Creators covering real estate & design trends 📍 **Age Group:** 21–55 \| **Venue:** 21+ (Bar Setting) ### What to Expect ✨ High-value conversations around real estate trends, design innovation, and development ✨ Opportunities to meet industry leaders, collaborators, and future partners ✨ Career and business growth insights ✨ A relaxed, upscale social environment designed for natural networking Whether you attend solo or with friends, you’ll leave with valuable connections, fresh ideas, and new opportunities. ### The Stellar Socials Experience Our events are intentionally designed to feel effortless and high-quality. No pressure—just genuine conversations, strong energy, and the right people in the room. Come ready to connect, collaborate, and elevate your network. ### Join the Community 📲 Instagram: @stellarsocialsbylimitless 📘 Facebook: Stellar Socials by Limitless 🎥 TikTok: @stellar.socials ### Notice of Photography Please note: Photos and videos will be taken during the event for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to being photographed and/or filmed. If you prefer not to appear, please inform an event organizer upon arrival.

Do you want to improve your Public Speaking skills, your Impromptu Speaking skills, learn how to present Feedback with Evaluations, and build your Leadership skills? If the answer is YES to any, attend SUN LIFE SPEAKERS CORNER online for an informative and fun filled session each Tuesday at Noon EST/EDT (except following a Holiday Monday). Guests/Visitors are welcome to participate in the Table Topics (impromptu) session. Join and become a Member to have access to all roles and Pathways, the education system. Please email info.sunlifespeakerscorner@gmail.com for the Zoom link.

Hello everyone, **\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\*** Please join me and my other groups for a wonderful and relaxed summer evening as we explore another great park, trail and neighbourhood with wonderful sights to see and friendly people to share it with.... And then let's go for some Ice Cream, Food and Beverages! :) (Different routes and sites each time :) **Date and Time:** **Tuesday June 23rd** (Please arrive between 7:00 pm and 7:30 pm) **Location and Meeting Spot:** \*We will meet outside **Tim Hortons** **(3080 Yonge Street) (Yonge & Lawrence)** (Very Close to the Subway line, and plenty of Free Street Parking along Lawrence) \*Washrooms inside Grocery Store at the Yonge and Lawrence corner Details of Event Below: Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Organizer/Host) Event Details: **WALK, TALK and ICE CREAM! (Gardens & Blythwood Ravine)** **(Yonge and Lawrence)** \*We can get to know everyone, take some lovely scenic photos and share some laughs \*Perhaps play a couple ice breaker games as well to help build some bonds \*Great way to naturally make connections and release all the stress from the day \*Stick around after if you like as we will grab some ice cream, food and beverages close to where our starting point is \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Event Fee:** 5 dollars (cash only) when you arrive or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Location and Time: Where and When to meet us?** \*We will meet outside Tim Hortons **(3080 Yonge Street)** (Very Close to the Subway line, and plenty of Free Street Parking along Lawrence) \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at 7:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 7:30 p.m. ) This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small adventure through the beautiful trails and neighbourhoods in this tranquil area. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

Whether you're a seasoned tech veteran or just starting out, let's create the ideal afterwork place to meet and chill with other workers in tech - find that new job, expand your network, share ideas, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the industry. Let's inspire, innovate, and shape the future of technology in Toronto! Tech, AI, Data, IT, and more \~ ​ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Event Details 💰 Cost: $5 (Online only, no tickets at door) 🍺🥃 Afterwork drinks and social 📍 Madison Avenue Pub (Inside, or ask for Tech Social) - 14 Madison Ave 🕕 6:00pm onwards every Friday ​ **Or RSVP on the website for our Discord / WhatsApp communities, and to see who else is going and what their backgrounds/seniority/interests are:** 🔗 [Link to Website](https://techsocialtoronto.com/event/meetup) ​ If you cannot find us, ask staff about Social Meetup, or find a table, snap a photo and ask in the WhatsApp community above. ​ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Who Should Attend? Perfect for **Toronto tech professionals** including: * **Software Developers & Engineers** (Python, JavaScript, Java, C++, React, Node.js) * **Data Scientists & Analysts** (Machine Learning, AI, Data Visualization, SQL) * **Cybersecurity Professionals** (InfoSec, Ethical Hacking, Cloud Security) * **Product Managers & Tech Entrepreneurs** * **Students & Tech Graduates** looking to break into tech * **Career Changers** entering tech industry * **Remote Workers & Digital Nomads** in Toronto * **Startup Employees & Entrepreneurs** * **Digital Marketing & Product Professionals** * **Senior Engineers** looking to mentor and network \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### What You'll Experience * 🤝 **Network with Toronto tech community** * 💼 **Job opportunities** and referrals from peers * 🚀 **Career acceleration** through peer networking * 🎯 **Skill sharing** and tech discussions * 🧠 **Knowledge sharing** on latest tech trends * 🎉 **Social activities** and games * 🧠 **Learn from peers** about real-world challenges * 🚀 **Collaborate** on projects and ideas * 🎯 **Mentorship connections** (both ways!) * 🍻 **Fun, casual atmosphere** \- no matter your seniority level \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Event Guidelines * Support the venue by purchasing drinks/food (no outside items allowed) * Maintain appropriate behavior and respect for all attendees * Bring physical ID if required by venue (call ahead to confirm) * Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with the venue, we just use the space. So don't call the venue asking about our events. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ​ ​ *Toronto Canada tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup software development machine learning python javascript professional networking career development it professionals developers mentorship ai sql analytics data engineering business intelligence deep learning tensorflow pytorch data visualization data analysts ml engineers Toronto Canada tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup software development machine learning python javascript professional networking career development it professionals developers mentorship ai sql analytics data engineering business intelligence deep learning tensorflow pytorch data visualization data analysts ml engineers* **📱 Follow us:**[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/tech.social.event) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/tech.social.event/) \| [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-social-event)

Most of us are already using agentic coding in some form: Claude, Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, or whatever new thing shipped this week. This talk is about the next layer: where the industry is heading as agents take on larger chunks of software work, and what Java developers need to learn to stay ahead. We’ll focus on context management, token strategy, orchestration, Codex-style workflows, cost optimization, and the practical judgment required to use these systems without losing the plot. The goal is to move beyond intro demos and into the real skill stack: knowing what to delegate, how to frame goals, how to keep agents grounded in larger codebases, how to get more value from fewer tokens, how to catch drift before it becomes damage, and how to verify output in a way that actually protects quality. This is also a career talk, because the tools are improving too quickly for casual awareness to be enough. The developers who stay valuable will not just be the ones who “use AI”; they’ll be the ones who can direct, constrain, evaluate, and compound with agentic systems. P.S. Due to popular demand, the slick Keynote animations are coming back. **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!

[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/

**Welcome to Service Design Drinks** Service Design Drinks Toronto is back at the pub and this time, we're doing a mid-year check-in. Back in January, a group of us shared things we wanted to do in 2026. Books to read. Skills to pick up. Projects to finally start. This Friday, we're revisiting that list. What happened? What shifted? What are you swapping out before the second half of the year disappears? No agenda, no presentations. Just good conversation with a community of designers, strategists, and curious people over drinks, at the Duke of York. Come ready to reflect a little. Leave with some accountability and maybe a new friend or two. **Format: Casual meet & greet** **What to Expect** ✅ Fun Icebreakers – Thoughtfully designed to help you connect effortlessl ✅ Exciting conversations – Enjoy connecting with creative professionals in the city ✅ A Relaxed, Welcoming Atmosphere – Come as you are, leave with new friend 📢 RSVP here so we can plan accordingly. It reflects the actual signup

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/xwjDdVSw3E **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.

VRTO returns to the heart of Toronto this summer, with amazing events including Video Games Month, FIFA, and many other incredible opportunities to meet folks and level up. What VRTO does best is bring you face-to-face with the doers, designers, makers, outside-the-box thinkers, and opportunities. With a third day added to the 2026 schedule, you can pick up a full conference pass or a 1-day pass for any of the three days. Or if you are more interested in the exhibits, a casual roam, and socializing, consider the economical wristband pass, which also gives you access to the second stage, where you will find interesting and actionable presentations on a variety of topics. Whatever the case may be, we love to see the whole community come together from near and far to exchange the latest on all things related to the new spatial media. This includes virtual production, avatars and virtual embodiment, generative AI and pair programming discussions from all sides, pedagogy and enterprise training, game and experience development, virtual and augmented reality, volumetric capture, and much more. There are few shows as dedicated to these specialized disciplines as VRTO, and you can enjoy it at an easy-to-reach central location. This event is presented here for community interest and meetup purposes. A ticket to the event must be purchased to gain [admission at Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vrto-2026-spatial-media-world-conference-expo-tickets-1981067584474?aff=ebdsoporgprofile) All the info you need will be posted at https://conference.virtualreality.to, and we can't wait to see you at this very special event.

A meetup for talking about the frontier of ai, or just vibe coding if you’re into that. Also industry gossip, hiring trends, effective altruism + predictions for the future

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code* Visual Studio Code is one of the most widely used development environments today, and much of its flexibility comes from its extension ecosystem. Extensions allow developers to customize the editor with new features, integrations, and workflow improvements tailored to their needs. In this session, we’ll cover what extensions are and the different types available, including full extensions written in TypeScript or JavaScript, along with lighter-weight extensions such as color themes, language packs, language support, code snippets, and keymaps. We’ll also look at practical reasons a developer might create an extension, from automating repetitive tasks to adding custom tooling. The session includes a hands-on walkthrough of creating a new extension, testing it locally, and understanding the basic project structure. We’ll close with a brief overview of how extensions are packaged and published to the Visual Studio Marketplace and other distribution options. **YouTube Link** TBD

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

Come chat about Atlassian tools and best practices at the Reynoldsburg Sunny Street Cafe and Breakfast is on Atlassian! Let's get the day started off with breakfast with your ACE Leaders! We're always excited to talk about Atlassian Products, share our knowledge and hand out swag! Come chat with us about new product news and anything you are working on within the Atlassian product stack. This is a great opportunity to come see what we are all about, hear new business news and share with other Atlassian users your questions and experiences. We'd love to see new and old friends come out to chat and learn about Atlassian! Agenda --- Moderators Kimberly Deal - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Greg Sprowls - Columbus Atlassian Community Leader Hosted By Kimberly Deal, Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley, Chief Everything Greg Sprowls, Agility Lead --- 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 Atlassian --- 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-columbus-presents-rise-and-shine-with-atlassian-reynoldsburg-5/.

**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.

**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

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Our monthly PHP meetup. A virtual shindig courtesy of Zoom. Check back here for the details around 6:15 pm