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Ideation - Mind over Machine
**Regenerative software may just be the most purposeful rabbit hole you could dive into RIGHT NOW and we want to explore it together.**
**— Where do we see potential for regenerative software?**
"Mind over Machine", the new Think-tank and Laboratory for regenerative software is now formally established, and we will run a first round of ideation with the community.
**The purpose is simple**: Generate ideas that can form the foundation of the first projects to run in the laboratory: A survey, an Open Source tool, an article, a podcast, a tutorial, a model ...anything goes really!
Maybe you are a student and need a purposeful topic to base your master-thesis or internship on. Or maybe you just dream of joining forces with others around ideas you have, that would make the world a better place - **this is it!**
**Mind Over Machine**
**We will collectively generate, challenge and shape the initial ideas that could define MoM. Expect slightly half-baked thoughts and enthusiastic disagreement.**
Join our Open Space style meeting for generation of initial ideas. The program will play out roughly as follows:
* Brainstorm ideas, record them in an online backlog
* From stage, briefly pitch each idea in the backlog
* Upvote the ones that you believe in and would like to contribute to
* Similar to Open Space Discussions, we will organize in parallel groups in short time slots and each group will discuss and record project details and perspectives to the ideas
* If possible we will organize in work groups around the most vivid ideas and launch projects.
**Prior to the event (optional):**
You are welcome to take a jump start and present some of your ideas, even prior to the event. The following is a short description on the infrastructure and process we will use.
1. Create an [account on GitHub](https://github.com/signup) if you haven't already.
2. We will be working in the [GitHub Discussions (Ideas category)](https://github.com/orgs/mindovermachine-dev/discussions/categories/ideas) in our @mindovermachine-dev organization.
3. You will see that there are already a few ideas drafted out.
4. CONTINUE! Add your own ideas. If someone else already wrote an idea you like, vote it up, comment on it, supplement it with your own perspective.
5. Consider reading the [Guideline for suggesting ideas](https://github.com/orgs/mindovermachine-dev/discussions/3) first
**See you there 🌱**
CopenhagenJS June - Corti
Hello all,
The June edition of **CopenhagenJS** is just around the corner! We're thrilled to be joining forces with **Corti**, who will be hosting us on **June 11th**.
**About Corti**
[Corti](https://www.corti.ai/) is healthcare's AI lab, built to thrive in clinical reality. From Copenhagen, the company's models and APIs power clinical-grade AI for healthcare software around the world - serving over 100 million patients annually.
**\#\# Schedule**:
17:15 Doors open
17:45 Welcome
18:00 **Morten Barklund - The Responsibility of a Staff AI Product Engineer**
18:30 Break with food and drinks
19:15 **Frederic Harper - Surviving the JavaScript package managers jungle**
19:45 Raffle
19:50 Group photo
19:55 Socializing - Meet the community
21:00 See you next time!
**\#\# What is CopenhagenJS?**
CopenhagenJS is a community group in Copenhagen for all JavaScript developers. We get together and share things we work on and like. We talk about various technologies we use daily or aspire to use.
**\#\# Can I present something at CopenhagenJS?**
CopenhagenJS is for and by the community, so you are **more than welcome** to talk about things that you find interesting, and we will assist you with your speaking if you are new or have any difficulties.
You can contact us with a private message or comment here on meetup.com, or on any social network where you can find us.
Remember to follow us on:
**Linkedin:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/copenhagenjs/
**We are looking forward to seeing you!**
Friendly regards
Zoey, Jonathan, Gojko and Svetlana
Game Audio Playthrough #49 - Men In Black: Most Wanted
**Game Audio Playthrough #49 - Men In Black: Most Wanted**
!!! New location: Games Denmark, Vesterbrogade 19, Copenhagen !!!
Join us when Nikolaj de Haan and Simon Irving-James takes us through the audio of Men In Black: Most Wanted, and explores the challenges and opportunities of bringing an iconic film IP into virtual reality. It covers how they translated recognizable sonic elements into an interactive VR context, while building scalable audio systems to support dynamic gameplay. The session combines creative direction, technical workflows, and practical implementation examples in FMOD and Unity, with a focus on how audio supports player immersion and interaction in VR. Attendees will gain practical approaches to designing for VR interaction, building scalable audio systems, and translating linear film sound into interactive experiences.
**Venue**: Games Denmark, Vesterbrogade 19, Copenhagen.
**Time**: Thursday 11th of June, 2026
**Schedule:**
18:00: Entrance with complimentary snacks and drinks
18:30: Presentation by Nikolaj de Haan and Simon Irving-James.
19.30: Break
19.45: Q&A
20:30: Drinks & mingle
21:00: Thank you for tonight. Voluntary afterparty at nearby bodega.
This event is arranged by Game Audio Denmark & hosted by
Nikolaj de Haan and Marc Hasselbalch.
Check out other events by [Game Audio Denmark](http://www.gameaudiodenmark.dk)
Join our Discord [here](https://discord.gg/MqQD77VFfV)
Human AI Circle "Into the Unknown"
**Preparing people for a change that has no finish line.**
Most organisations today have a plan for implementing AI. Far fewer have a plan for supporting the people navigating it. The uncertainty is real. The fear of becoming irrelevant. The sense of loss for how work used to feel. The paralysis of not knowing what comes next. Unlike previous transformations, this shift has no clear end state – no “freeze phase,” no finish line. Traditional change management frameworks were not designed for continuous, evolving disruption.
This first **Human AI Circle** gathering at BLOXHUB creates space for a more honest conversation. It brings together change leaders, HR professionals, and AI implementation leads to explore what truly helps people move through uncertainty.
Meet the panel:
* **Sofie Henriksen**, Director, Head of AI Adoption, Todai: Guiding organisations through AI adoption, where it works and where it falls apart
* **Ioanna Constantiou**, Professor, CBS: Researching why uncertainty, resistance and misalignment in AI transformation are not edge cases, but the norm
* **Elena Constantini**, transformational COO, former Group SVP at the Adecco Group: 20 years leading large-scale transformations with commercial in discipline but human by design
**What's on the agenda:**
\- What earlier work transformations teach us about leading people through the unknown and where those models break down with AI
\- Panel: Managing fear\, grief and paralysis in the age of AI\, learnings from real change initiatives
\- Simulation with **Sara Høyer Kragelund** from Involved: Walk through how your way of working will change as AI evolves from tool to agent to operating system and leave with a personal backpack of mindsets and approaches to navigate what's coming
Food included. Limited seats, attendance is by application.
Global AI Copenhagen @ Nykredit
🎉 Copenhagen Global AI Meetup –June 11
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us for an evening of inspiration, expert talks, good conversations, and networking with fellow AI enthusiasts, builders, and practitioners.
This time, we will explore how AI is moving closer to the user, from data centers and cloud-native applications to local devices, browsers, and the modern web.
We will also hear a real-world story about the challenges of moving an AI application from PoC to production.
**🙌 Sponsor**
✨ Special thanks to **Nykredit** for sponsoring this event and supporting our growing AI community.
📍 **Seats are limited, register now to secure your spot!**
**🗓️ Agenda:**
* 17:00 Walk-in
* 17:30 Welcome by the team
* 17:45 **Agentic Memory - Kenneth Christiansen**
* 18:30 Break & Food
* 19:00 **From Idea to Impact: Building AI That Works** **\- Tommy Bell**
* 19:30 Networking
* 20:00 Goodbye
**💡 Talks**
**1️⃣ Agentic Memory**
This presentation examines how so-called "memory" in LLM agents is actually engineered from prompt construction, context management, external storage, and tool-mediated state rather than emerging as a native property of the model itself. Starting from the basic fact that an LLM ultimately consumes one serialized token stream, the talk explains why modern systems represent conversations as structured role-based messages, how chat templates and Jinja rendering turn those records into model-specific prompts, and how short-term continuity is created by replaying prior context. From there, it expands into practical memory design: prompt pruning, ephemeral context blocks, semantic memory, retrieval strategies, episodic logs, and procedural patterns that let agents act coherently over time without overwhelming the context window.
The second half grounds these ideas in a real local-first AI system: a web extension connected to a native C++ WebSocket server that routes inference across OVMS, OpenVINO GenAI, llama.cpp, and Google LiteRT. The presentation shows how the project implements immutable exchange logs, centralized sliding-window assembly, ephemeral runtime payloads, MCP app context, tool-first memory operations, and task/document workflows. The goal is to move beyond vague claims about agent memory and present a concrete architectural blueprint for building autonomous agents whose behavior is traceable, debuggable, and robust.
**2️⃣ From Idea to Impact: Building AI That Works**
A brief overview of AI Engineering its history, background, and purpose. This is followed by a short walkthrough of one of our solutions, Adverse Media Search, including how we went from proof of concept (PoC) to production, what the solution is, and why we chose to build our own instead of using one of the commercial alternatives.
**🙌 Sponsor**
✨ Special thanks to **Nykredit** for sponsoring this event and supporting our growing AI community.
📍 **Seats are limited, register now to secure your spot!**
**👤 About the Speakers**
**Kenneth Christiansen, Principal Engineer, Web Platform Engineering @Intel**
Kenneth Rohde Christiansen is a Danish software engineer and architect specializing in web, mobile, and AI technologies. He works at Intel as a Principal Engineer, focusing on AI strategy, web platform evolution, and next‑generation application capabilities.
Previously, he served as an elected member of the W3C Technical Architecture Group (TAG), contributing to the architectural direction of the Web.
Before joining Intel, Kenneth worked at Nokia in Denmark and Brazil on the Nokia N9 browser, Qt, WebKit, and multiple mobile platform initiatives.
He has been deeply involved in advancing the Web Platform, including early work on Progressive Web Apps and Project Fugu, and now applies that experience to shaping AI‑driven developer experiences and platform capabilities.
🔗 Connect with *Speaker*: [Kenneth Christiansen](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenneth-rohde-christiansen/)
**Tommy Bell, Senior Solution Architect, AI Center of Exellence @Nykredit**
If you’d like to know a bit about Tommy, he has been at Nykredit for the past three years working as a Solution Architect, primarily focusing on the AI domain, alongside other projects. Throughout his 15-year career so far, Tommy has worked with IT systems and architecture, with a focus on performance, covering fast and precise execution. At the same time, he has always kept the business perspective front and center - because solutions need to deliver real value to be worth working with.
Before Nykredit he has worked with performance and management systems in a large Telco company and supply-chain systems as a consultant.
🔗 Connect with *Speaker*: [Tommy Bell](https://dk.linkedin.com/in/belltommy)
Authentic You Me Slow Friending | Meet new people | No Small Talk [30+yo]
**Tired of small talk? Come meet new people meaningfully - the Authentic You Me way!**
**\*\*\*Looking to grow your social circle? Join us for a welcoming, carefully crafted and thoughtfully facilitated experience of meaningful conversations that go beyond the small talk.\*\*\***
No business cards or job titles.
No small talk.
No pressure to perform.
No intimidating crowds.
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We often hear how difficult it can be to make new friends as an adult and particularly when moving abroad; or when rebuilding social circles cos old friends have moved away or onto new life phases.
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Socialising attempts often mean standing in a crowded room, wearing a polite smile, and answering the same three questions: *"What do you do?" "Where are you from?" "How long have you been here?"* Great for breaking the ice, but rarely leading to something inspiring or meaningful. It’s exhausting. It feels like a performance.
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While the absence of authentic connection and meaningful conversations can sometimes leave us feeling a little lonely or like we don't belong.
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**Authentic You Me** *was born with a desire to change that.*
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**Welcome to Authentic You Me**, the home of mindful, intentional socials we baptised as 𝗦𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 - our own thoughtful, refreshing and carefully crafted way of changing how we meet and connect with others.
Join me for a carefully and lovingly curated slow-friending evening that is all about embracing your authentic self, connecting on a deeper level with like-minded people, challenging your perspective and sparking curiosity through stimulating conversations – all in a welcoming, non-intimidating & hyggelige setting. Designed to suit both introverts & extroverts.
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**\*\*\*Please note that this is a purpose-led PAID event. All funds go to cover admin costs, planning, hosting, materials and to raise awareness of the project\*\*\***
Please book your ticket by clicking [here](https://billetto.dk/e/meet-new-people-skip-the-small-talk-meaningful-conversations-only-billetter-1923786?utm_source=organiser&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=copy_link&utm_content=1)
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**Who you will meet**
\*A set of likeminded professionals, creatives and deep thinkers - internationals, globally-minded locals and repats, typically in their 30s and above, and who are seeking authentic connection.
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**Sample agenda**
17:15 Doors open for sign-in and mingling
17:35 Official event kick-off & intro
17:40 Programme Part 1
19:15 Programme Part 2
20:00 Programme wrap-up
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**No over-crowding. Intentionally limited to a few seats only. Don't delay in confirming your place.**
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Come alone, or with a wingperson. All nationalities and genders are welcome.
**Exact address to be shared via email 24-48 hours before the event. Keep in eye on your inboxes incl. spam folders.**
See you there!
\*Please note that tickets are non-refundable
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Thursday Meeting (CPH City Toastmasters)
**About**
At CPH City Toastmasters Club, we are committed to providing a safe and supportive space for members to develop their public speaking skills. Whether you're a newcomer or a seasoned speaker, you'll find an environment that fosters your personal growth.
**Feedback and Learning:** Our club is a nurturing environment where feedback and constructive criticism are the building blocks of growth. We also offer a diverse range of speaking opportunities for our members to improve their communication skills.
**Networking:** Toastmasters meetings are an excellent opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for public speaking and personal development. Expand your network and build lasting friendships.
**Positive Vibes:** We believe in learning while having fun! Our meetings are filled with positivity, encouragement, and laughter. We're here to support you every step on your journey to becoming a confident public speaker.
We normally have around 15 to 20 people at each meeting. If you are interested, RSVP today! And take the first step toward unlocking your full public speaking potential. Together, we'll raise our glasses to the art of communication. 🥂
See you at the meeting!
You can also find us on our Facebook page:
[CPH City Toastmasters](https://www.facebook.com/cphcitytm)
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Softer Dating - 35-55
**Summer Flavours & The Art of Embodied Dating** \- \(Age 35\-55\)\*
As the summer heat slowly starts to build, we invite you to another round of Softer Dating!
[Tickets through House of Play](https://www.houseofplay.dk/special-events/softer-dating-1)
Dating can often times feel very “heady” and intellectual. We think about what to say, try to be funny etc. but by doing that we miss out on a bunch of other juicy and good stuff!
This is for you, if you are ready to explore new ways of being in connection beyond the regular small-talk.
The thing is, our bodies are incredibly good at understanding what they like and dislike. While the mind is busy making up stories, the body, already senses what is happening in this moment.
In this event you are invited to allow your body to lead your experience.
*Words and thoughts get to take a little break tonight.*
You won’t have to think about what to say next, what to share in order to fill the silence. You get full permission to be in the body, and we will guide you into that space.
**WHAT YOU'LL TAKE WITH YOU**
Beyond the evening itself, many people leave with:
* **New ways of connecting** - discovering forms of interaction that go beyond talking
* **Greater body awareness** - more in touch with your own body, your yes, and no
* **Self-knowledge** - understanding yourself more deeply through experience rather than analysis
* **Confidence** - both in social spaces and in honoring your own boundaries
* **A shifted perspective** - on how you approach people and relationships going forward
You'll learn to take responsibility for your own experience, developing the skill and ability to shape what happens rather than waiting for the other person to create it. This often translates into presence, a quality that serves you far beyond dating.
**THE EVENING**
**Part 1: Embodied Moments of connection**
You’ll meet a range of people through short, guided one-on-one experiences. By removing the pressure of choosing, we create space to simply be present and curious.
Consent is explicit throughout. All exercises are invitations, you can always choose to do less or observe.
**Part 2: Guided exploration with choice**
As the group has landed and found comfort together, you now choose freely who you want to connect with.
We’ll explore connection through:
• Moving your body (dance, movement)
• Mindful touch (soft, consensual)
• Curious conversations
• Observation & rest (take a break anytime)
Touch and closeness may arise, if desired. The atmosphere is intimate but not sexual. No nudity, no pressure.
PS: We don’t share the specific exercises in advance for a couple of reasons: to keep the surprise; because what we do depends on the group’s energy. See it as an invitation to trust and stay curious!
[Tickets through House of Play](https://www.houseofplay.dk/special-events/softer-dating-1)
**WHO IS THIS FOR?**
People aged 35-55 looking for meaningful connections.
Any gender expression, style of relating, and sexual preference welcome.
**DO I NEED EXPERIENCE?**
No! Beginners are very welcome.
**DO I NEED TO BRING A PARTNER?**
No, though it might be nice to bring a friend!
**TICKETS**
280 kr for members
350 kr for non-members
We offer a 20% discount to students and low income. Discounts cannot be used on top of other discounts. Please reach out to [info@houseofplay.dk](mailto:info@houseofplay.dk)
[Buy Ticket](https://www.houseofplay.dk/special-events/softer-dating-1)
Tickets are non-refundable.
Be sure to read our cancellation policy and no-show fee [here](https://www.houseofplay.dk/terms-and-conditions)
**CODE OF CONDUCT**
Please read our [Code of Conduct](https://www.houseofplay.dk/code-of-conduct) before attending
1 of 4 Chilies 🌶️
Read about our chili system [here](https://www.houseofplay.dk/chili-system)
**QUESTIONS?**
*What if I don’t like an exercise?*
You can observe instead. We encourage people to take care of their boundaries—it happens and we think it’s wonderful.
*What if I feel awkward?*
Awkwardness and shyness are welcome. You don’t need to pretend. Most people relax naturally after some time.
*What about the gender ratio?*
We can’t guarantee your preference will be there, but so far we’ve had a wide, colorful distribution of genders!
*What if I’m paired with someone I don’t find attractive?*
Softer Dating is about connection, not just romance. Can you bring respect and curiosity, even if there’s no spark? Also, know that you can always step out.
**ABOUT THE FACILITATOR**
Hi, I’m Philipp (call me Pyt). I’ve been creating intimate events and workshops for years because I love creating spaces where people can unfold and enjoy themselves.
I work as a life coach and kink facilitator. Check out more at [www.softkink.dk](http://www.softkink.dk/)
[Tickets](https://www.houseofplay.dk/special-events/softer-dating-1)
Umbraco Hackathon (Post-Codegarden)
Join us for a post-Codegarden Umbraco Hackathon before heading home from Codegarden!
**🚀 The Event**
We’re gathering the community for three hours of focused, collaborative building. Whether you want to work with Umbraco AI or maybe finally start that package you’ve been dreaming about, come and hack together with us!
**When:** Friday, June 12th
**Time:** 09:30 – 13:00
**Where:** CPH Conference Center - Tietgensgade 65, Copenhagen, Denmark (Meatpacking District in CPH)
**🎙️ Your Hosts**
We are thrilled to have two Umbraco legends guiding the session: Sebastian Janssen & Lotte Pitcher.
**🛠️ What to Bring**
Your laptop (+ charger)
An idea (or just an open mind!)
**📋 Agenda**
09:30: Feel free to arrive and set up between 09:30-10!
10:00: Kickoff & Project Pitching (Find a partner or join a group).
10:15: Hacking begins!
12:30: "Show & Tell" – A quick look at what everyone built.
13:00: High fives and goodbye.
Space is limited (30 spots), so please RSVP to secure your spot. See you there!
Founders Running Club :: Copenhagen
**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome.
🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022
🌍 Now in 35+ cities
📅 Running + Networking events + Community
**Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats)
**Stay updated**:
Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/)
Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/)
LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/)
Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC)
Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)
Booked pitch - paid: 10 kr - 8 vs 8 - HOLMEN IDRÆTSANLÆG - Outside AG
Booked pitch at Holmen. Pitch is booked until 14.30
💰 **Cost:** 10 kr
Mobilepay: 9539SH
Revolut: [revolut.me/frederwnn](https://revolut.me/frederwnn)
Or bring Cash
* Event begins at 12:45
* You must sign out no later than 9:00
* Spots are non-transferable (you cannot reserve a spot and send someone else in your place)
* Members who follow the rules and attend regularly will be given priority
**Be at the pitch at 12.45 sharp!**
Minimum 14 players by midnight and we play! Otherwise the game is cancelled.
We aim for 8v8.
The game is naturally for everyone no matter gender, level or anything. We emphasise on having fun! That also means no risky tackles or foul language.
Bring a white and a black t-shirt and a ball if you have one.
**Last minute sign-off's** (Later than 9AM on the same day) or no-shows will be banned from the next game and be put in the no-show list. 3 Strikes and you're out for a full year - no exceptions. See the list here:
[No-shows @ Football.xlsx](https://kpdk-my.sharepoint.com/:x:/g/personal/hems_kp_dk/ETJW3_gniv1BmbKjidmn31wB9SFCobvhySRDW5fXSdc9Lg?e=lCafbH)
Copenhagen Co-Work & Coffee
**Join us at Copenhagen Co-working & Coffee!**
If you are a Remote worker or Entrepreneur of any kind, let's connect and co-work together! It's sometimes easier to focus & more enjoyable to work when others around you are working too!
Anyone and everyone is welcome to join, bring a friend, and let's get some work done!
Get 10% off at Espresso house if your part of the meetup 😁
Green Paddling 🚣🏻♀️ June edition
**READ THROUGH BEFORE SIGNING-UP (and ensure you check your meet-up chat regularly :-) )**
Can't think about a better way to wrap up the week then kayaking around the city channels.
GreenKayak, a NGO dedicated to raise awareness to ocean pollution, makes few (open) kayaks available across the city to paddle and help collecting waste floating in the water.
Open kayaks are typically easier to manovre than other types, and do not require EPP2/EPP3 patents.
I booked 2 double kayaks for 4 ppl in total.
It is possible to use the facilities at Kayak Republic free of charge: restrooms, lockers and showers.
**REQUIREMENT**
\- Safety first \- Need to be able to swim comfortably
\- Waterproof gear preferable
\- Sun lotion and sunglasses
\- Change of clothes in case yours get a bit wet during paddling
\- Towel\, if you want to shower or just in case
**COST**
Unfortunately, due to the frequent last minute cancellation last summer, it was challenging backfilling participants with short or no notice, and it was very disrespectful to the group and GreenKayak NGO.
**To reserve your spot, please transfer 150 kr. to my mobilepay 25717293**. The amount will be returned to you if you show up on time, or the event is cancelled for other reasons; **this remains a free non-profit event**.
The kayak rental is free of charge provided that:
\- we are able to pick\-up some waste during our paddling activity
\- we share our experience on the So\.Me \#GreenKayak
**AGENDA**
16:50- Meet up - please be on time 🙂
16:50-17:00 Briefing and getting ready
17-00-18:45 Paddling around Copenhagen channels and return to the start point
18:45-19:00 Return the equipment to Kayak Republic
**DISCOMFORT LEVEL** \- 3/5
**TO LEARN MORE**
[GreenKayak](https://www.greenkayak.org/)
Shut Up & Write!™ Copenhagen
Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at our Copenhagen Shut Up & Write! sessions.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, résumé, melody, poem, or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.
SCHEDULE:
- 15 minutes of hellos and getting settled; maybe some quick intros.
- Then, the timer starts! : writing for 1 hour.
- After the hour is up... chat / take off / keep writing, if you're on a roll.
OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens once the hour of writing is complete. Writing can be very solitary... connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
It's best to be on time, but BEING LATE IS ALSO OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check in with us after the session. (We’ll be the ones with the small Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer.
What Should I Bring?
Whatever you need to be able to write!
Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons.
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Stop Guessing: A Product Person's Guide to AI Adoption
## 🤝 Host Information
A co-hosted event by ProductTank Columbus & Women in Product Columbus
💡 About the Workshop
AI adoption is stalling across organizations — not because of a lack of motivation or tools, but because it's fundamentally a behavior design challenge.
This hands-on workshop applies proven Behavior Design models and methods to help you move from a vague organizational wish to boost AI adoption to 3-5 concrete, testable interventions you can act on starting tomorrow.
Whether you're a product manager, on a product team, or just someone trying to get AI to actually stick at work, you'll leave with a clear picture of what's worth focusing on, what to ignore, and how to drive real, sustained adoption — no guesswork required.
🛠️ What to Bring
Laptop: Fully charged and ready to go.
AI Assistant: Have your favorite AI assistant pulled up. (Dom will be using Claude, but feel free to use whichever assistant you prefer!)
🍕 Logistics & Perks
Food & Drink: Pizza and drinks provided!
Parking: Plenty of free spaces available on-site.
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Orlando Gay Virtual Speed Dating on Zoom
**🎉 Orlando Gay Singles Night — Speed Dating Over Zoom**
Spend an evening meeting Orlando gay singles face to face on Zoom, matched by age and personality before you arrive.
**What to expect:**
- Register and take a short personality quiz
- Jump on Zoom when the event starts
- Meet singles in guided one-on-one rounds
- Get your mutual matches by email afterward
**Choose your group and register:**
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QA or The Highway 2026
QA or the Highway is a one-day, affordable, regional, professional conference featuring real-world experience and thought leadership in the QA and testing industry.
This is a ticketed event please register here:
https://www.qaorthehwy.com/
Featured Keynote Speakers:
**Matthew-Hope Eland** **(Wizard at Leading EDJE)** \- An AI Specialist and Wizard at Leading EDJE who is known to teach software engineering\, AI\, and data science concepts in the most ridiculous ways possible\. Matt has used machine learning to settle debates over whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie\, reinforcement learning to drive the behavior of digital squirrels\, data analytics to suggest improvements to his favorite TV show\, and AI agents to play board games and create an AI agent with the personality of a dog\. Matt is the author of "Data Science in \.NET with Polyglot Notebooks" and "Refactoring with C\#" as well as several LinkedIn Learning courses\. Matt helps organize the Central Ohio \.NET Developer Group\, runs several blogs and a YouTube channel\, has a Master’s of Science in Data Analytics\, and is a current Microsoft MVP in AI and \.NET\.
**Tatyana Arbouzova** **(CEO at Innovate QA)** \- Tatyana Arbouzova is an engineering and business leader with a strong background in Quality Engineering across multiple industries\, including Big Tech\, Healthcare\, and Entertainment\. She has held leadership roles at world\-class companies such as Microsoft\, VMware\, Disney\, and The Pokémon Company International\, where she focused on building quality\-driven cultures and scaling teams to deliver high\-impact products\. With decades of experience\, Tatyana has helped organizations transform their quality practices so teams can deliver software efficiently\, confidently\, and with measurable business outcomes\. Today\, Tatyana advises software companies on adopting AI to optimize quality practices and improve how software is delivered at scale\. She is also a passionate community builder and the founder of Innovate QA\, a thriving Seattle\-based community and conference for quality professionals\.
Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code - Alan Barber
**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 - Meetup #37 @ Improving
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)
Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio!
The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us!
And yes, there will be free food.
Please RSVP via [Microsoft Build //localhost:columbus | Microsoft Reactor](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27247/).
Smart Search + AI: An Outcome-Driven Journey from IDP to a Suite of AI
Over a billion documents processed. Millions of Veterans impacted. Hundreds of thousands of employee hours saved. Faster decisions. Greater accuracy. More benefits in the hands of our disabled Veterans.
We created Smart Search, the world’s largest consumer of Amazon Textract, right when GenAI began reshaping what’s possible. Since then, we’ve built a suite of AI‑driven solutions that transform this data into real, measurable outcomes—accelerating benefits decisions for our Nation’s Veterans.
Join us for a focused conversation on how an outcome‑driven approach to AI is helping us boost accuracy, streamline workflows, and deliver faster results for those who have served.
This is a follow up to the AWS re:Invent 2023 "Intelligent Document Processing with Gen AI for Public Sector" presentation.
About Speaker: Cameron Williams is a Senior Technical Project Manager and cross-functional technical leader at Booz Allen Hamilton with 15+ years of experience architecting and evolving scalable, cloud-native systems, from greenfield development to complex enterprise modernization. https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronw711/
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com








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