Open Source Python

**Agenda:** * 6-6:30 pm: Networking and food/drinks * 6:30-7:15 pm: Announcements and presentation * 7:15 pm-7:30 pm: Q&A and close-out **Hacking the Stack: Using OpenSearch Dashboards as an Application Framework** Most developers treat OpenSearch Dashboards (OSD) strictly as a visualization layer—a place for charts and graphs. They are missing the bigger picture. OSD is a powerful, untapped environment for full-stack application development. In this session, we peel back the architecture of **an enterprise-grade risk, compliance, and security platform built entirely *on top of* OSD**. We moved beyond simple plugins and pushed OSD to its limits to create a seamless, interactive application experience. Join us for a deep dive into the engineering reality of the OpenSearch stack, including: * **The Analysis:** Why the OpenSearch stack beat out the competition. * **The Build,** **Beyond Visualization:** How to implement custom React components to build complex workflows and interactive UIs within OSD. * **The Integrations:** Integrating Wazuh for agent management and ingesting data at scale. * **The “Gotchas”:** Honest, real-world lessons on data handling, state management, and what to look out for. **If you are ready to push your plugins from “reporting tools” to “robust software,” do not miss this session!**

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Have you written Python code you’re proud of and wondered how to turn it into a proper, installable package? Join us for a hands-on, in-person workshop on **Python packaging**. In this session, we’ll walk through the modern Python packaging workflow — from structuring your project to building, installing, and publishing your own package. You’ll leave with a better understanding of tools like `pyproject.toml`, build backends, and how packaging fits into real-world development. This is a practical workshop, so come ready to code. We’ll work step by step together ### What we’ll cover * Recommended project structure for Python packages * Understanding `pyproject.toml` * Building your package locally * Installing and testing your package * Publishing a package to Test PyPI Whether you’re contributing to open source, building internal tools at work, or preparing your own library for distribution, understanding packaging is an essential Python skill. *** ### Recommended Experience This is an intermediate level workshop, to get the most out of this tutorial, you should be comfortable: * Writing Python code * Using functions * Working with Python environments (e.g., virtual environments) This is not a beginner Python session, but you don’t need prior experience with packaging. *** **This event is primarily intended to create an empowering and supportive space for women and non-binary individuals to find community, learn new technical concepts, and expand their software development skills. We welcome allies, and we ask that you remain mindful of the event’s focus in creating an inclusive environment where women and non-binary participants can connect and fully express themselves. Thank you for your understanding and support.** *** ### Schedule 5:30–6:00pm – Networking and getting to know each other 6:00–8:00pm – Hands-on Packaging Workshop 8:00:–8:15pm – Wrap-up and Q&A *** ### Requirements (Please complete before the event) * Laptop — this is a hands-on event * GitHub account * Create a free GitHub account if you don’t already have one: [https://github.com/](https://github.com/) * Test PyPI account (we’ll use this to practice publishing packages) * Create a free account on Test PyPI: [https://test.pypi.org/account/register/](https://test.pypi.org/account/register/) *** ### Location This event is at the Prefect offices. We strongly recommend taking the metro, because parking is limited. **Please RSVP at least 48 hours in advance. We are required to provide a full list of attendees to the venue for security purposes.** **STAY INFORMED**: Text "PYTHON" to 18337055131 to receive a reminder by text about your registration! \*Legal stuff we have to say when you sign up for texts: By signing up via text, you agree to receive recurring automated text messages from WGXC at the number you provide. We may share info with service providers per our Privacy Policy. Reply HELP for help & STOP to cancel. Msg frequency varies. Msg & data rates may apply. By signing up via text, you also agree to our [Terms](https://attnl.tv/t/bb6/r/US) (incl. arbitration) & [Privacy Policy](https://attnl.tv/p/bb6).

\#\# Details ## **What to Expect:** A Laid-Back Environment: Brew, Food, and Like-Minded Individuals. Grab a beer at the bar and join in! Networking: Short and Sweet Introductions to Kick Things Off. Connect with fellow tech professionals, exchange ideas, and broaden your network horizon. Our meetups are designed for meaningful interactions and creating a supportive community. (Just talk and have fun!) Agenda: 1\. Introductions 2\. Talk and Meet New People 3\. Enjoy Drafts\, Food\, and Conversation 4\. \*Drive Home Safely\* \*\*\* ATTENTION \*\*\* We are meeting at Bunnyman Chantilly. Address: 14140 Parke Long Ct A-C, Chantilly, VA 20151

We will be meeting at Starbucks to learn together. Come with an online class you're already going through or an interest and we will try to connect you with a course where you can learn it. Already have a skill you want to contribute to a Kaggle Datascience competition? We will work on these too! Laptop required :)

Join us for another session of our study group as we continue our coverage of the book Domain-Specific Small Language Models. In this session, we will attempt to cover Chapters 5 on "Exploring ONNX" and Chapter 6, on "Quantizing for your Production Environment". This isn't just a lecture! Come ready to ask questions, share insights, and code along. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this is the perfect opportunity to continue to learn together. If you plan to work with the code on your own laptop during the session, try and download the code from here https://github.com/virtualramblas/Domain-Specific-Small-Language-Models ahead of time.