Software Development

No lecture or talk. Just beer or your preferred beverage, good food and the awesome people from the Fun JVM community. The venue is Zluta Pumpa at Vinohrady.

**Please register to this event via Luma: [https://luma.com/7gcqlf55](https://luma.com/7gcqlf55)** This time we're going to have an event in the Jetbrains offices at Pankrác on the topic of Agentic Development and Debugging with (or without?) Java. **Please register to this event via Luma:** [https://luma.com/7gcqlf55](https://luma.com/7gcqlf55)

It's open gaming night again! Come alone (or with friends) and meet some new people to game with. Just look for the 'Open Gaming' table(s) and feel free to sit in. We'll keep the games pretty light, so if you don't know many games, don't feel intimidated. Instruction is always available. (70,- gaming fee still applies)

**Hack The Box meetup: "Not The Hidden Skillz" - 0x04** This time - live, at CONFidence 2026! After three successful online editions, we're taking **Not The Hidden Skillz** to the next level. Event **0x04** will take place as part of **[CONFidence](https://confidence-conference.org/)** \- one of the most recognized cybersecurity conferences in Poland\. The Meetup listing exists so there's a trace of it and you can save the date\, but the real action happens on\-site\. What's in store? * **Live talks & conversations** \- open discussions with HTB players and security practitioners\, face to face * **Live hacking sessions** \- we play machines and challenges together\, in real time\, side by side * **Community first** \- same spirit as always: 100% hands\-on\, 0% slides **Can't make it to CONFidence in person?** No worries - we've got you covered. A dedicated channel on the **NTHW Discord** will be active during the event, where you'll be able to: * Access **dedicated labs** prepared for the occasion * Follow along and **join the discussion** remotely * Stay connected with the community in real time 👉 Join the NTHW Discord now so you don't miss a thing: [discord.gg/fjwzWFWuzg](https://discord.gg/fjwzWFWuzg) Whether you're at CONFidence or joining from home - there's a spot for you

Hi all! My name is Cara, and I am a native English speaker from America living in Prague. This a meet up for t**hose learning English as a second language** and want the **opportunity to practice**. It will be a fun and relaxed setting where we will play games to **promote English conversations** or have some kind of activity. This club will meet **every other (two Mondays each month) Monday evening.** The goal is for each person to walk away having learned new English words and have more confidence when speaking in English. Please, bring some money if you want to purchase a coffee from Evento. **This event is sponsored by a church.** The church that sponsors this English meet up is **Církev bratrská, Bohnice** [https://www.cbbohnice.cz](https://www.cbbohnice.cz/) . We want to live lives that are reflective of Jesus. Like Jesus we want to help others in meeting a practical need, in this case that would be speaking in English. At the end of the English club, we will extend an invite to anyone who is interested in exploring faith, wants to know more about Jesus, or wants to meet up to read from the Bible. However, we will never trick you into attending and will always be honest about the content of our meetings. *You do not have to attend religious events to be a part of English Club.*

This meetup is for foreigners, expats, and newcomers who want to practice Czech in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. We will speak mostly in simple Czech, but beginners are welcome too. The goal is to gain confidence, improve your speaking, and meet new people. Come for conversation, tea or coffee, and a cozy community feel. It's free in community centre U Studánky 15.Praha 7 Organised by Diakonia.

Learning Czech can be hard and demotivating, especially when studying alone. **This meetup is a shared study session where we come together to stay focused, motivated, and make progress — each in our own way.** This is a co-learning / co-studying session, not a class. There is no teacher, no lesson, and no study material provided. Everyone comes with their own resources and studies independently, in a shared environment. 🧠 **How it works** • We all bring our own material: • textbooks • homework from a Czech course • Duolingo or other apps • reading practice • vocabulary review, etc. • We mainly work individually • We are free to: • ask questions • help each other • share tips and resources • No teacher, no formal structure, no pressure 👥 **Who is it for?** • Czech learners of all levels • Non-Czech speakers (expats, internationals) • Czech native speakers are welcome if they want to help, but this is not a language exchange ⏱ **Practical info** • Location: Cafedu 12, Škrétova 490, 120 00 Praha 2 (Metro A and C, Muzeum station) • Duration: 2 hours, or less or more, as you want • Day & time: Monday, 18:00 • Group size: small group for now • Free event — please support the café by ordering a drink ☕ If you’re learning Czech and lack motivation when studying alone, come join us — let’s find it together 🙂

Curious what engineering at Microsoft actually looks like? Join us for the very first University Edition of Microsoft Tech Talks at Microsoft Development Center Prague (MDCP)! This special meetup is designed for university students or early graduates interested in software engineering, programming languages, AI, developer tools, and real-world engineering challenges inside Microsoft. Expect an afternoon full of tech talks, engineering insights, career inspiration, networking with Microsoft engineers working on technologies used by millions of people worldwide - plus food, drinks, and definitely pizza 🍕🥤 Whether you're passionate about AI, compilers, runtime technologies, developer tools, or simply curious about what it’s like to work at Microsoft - this event is for you. We can’t wait to welcome the next generation of engineers to our Prague office 💜 Agenda & speakers: * 2\.00pm \| Doors Open * 2\.30pm \| **Welcome to MDCP & Student Career Opportunities** \| Catalin Miftode \(Microsoft\) \+ Vojta Svandelik \(Microsoft\) * 3\.00pm \| **Tech Talk: When to write MCP, Specialized Agent, and when a Skill** \| Konstantin Ignatov \(Microsoft\) \+ Andrii Kozin \(Microsoft\) * 3\.45pm \| Short break ☕ * 4\.00pm \| **Programming Languages Panel Discussion (C++, C#, F#, and Rust)** moderated by Radim Ballner (Microsoft) * 4\.45pm \| **Microsoft Student Ambassadors Program** \| Adela Kmonickova \(Microsoft\) * 5\.00pm \| Networking with food\, drinks & pizza 🍕🥤 * 5\.45pm \| Doors closed **TALK DETAILS:** 🟣 **Welcome to MDCP & Student Career Opportunities** with [Catalin Miftode](https://www.linkedin.com/in/catalin-miftode/) + [Vojta Svandelik](https://www.linkedin.com/in/vojtechsvandelik/) (Microsoft) Interested in internships, student opportunities, and what it’s really like to start your career at Microsoft? Join Catalin from Microsoft’s University Engagement team together with Vojta Svandelik, a former intern and MatFyz student who successfully transitioned from internship to full-time Software Engineer at Microsoft Development Center Prague. Together, they will share insights into the internship experience, career paths, and what it’s like to grow from university into real-world engineering at Microsoft. 🟢 **Tech Talk: When to write MCP, Specialized Agent, and when a Skill** with[ Konstantin Ignatov](https://www.linkedin.com/in/work-of-kpp/) + [Andrii Kozin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/andriikozin/) (Microsoft) In this session, we will break down how to choose the right architecture when building intelligent applications - whether to use MCP, a specialized agent, or a skill. Through real-world perspectives from Microsoft engineering teams, you’ll gain practical guidance on designing scalable, modular, and effective AI-driven solutions 🔵 **Programming Languages Panel Discussion (C++, C#, F#, and Rust)** moderated by [Radim Ballner](https://www.linkedin.com/in/radimballner/) (Microsoft) C++, C#, F#, or Rust - which programming language would win the ultimate engineering flamewar? Join Microsoft engineers working directly on compilers and developer tooling for an open panel discussion about programming languages, compiler development, engineering culture, and what it’s really like to build the tools used by developers worldwide. 🟠 **Microsoft Student Ambassadors Program** with [Adela Kmonickova](https://www.linkedin.com/in/adelakmonickova/) (Microsoft) Want to connect with other tech-passionate students, grow your skills, join cool projects, and become part of the global Microsoft student community? Adela will introduce the Microsoft Student Ambassadors program, share what opportunities it can open for you, and show how students across Europe are building experience, communities, and careers through the program. 📍 Microsoft Office (Delta Building, Vyskočilova 1561/4a, Prague 4) 📅 Tuesday, May 26th, 2026 🕗 2.00pm - 5.45pm CET ☝️ Event Details: * Language: English * Audience: University students & fresh graduates * Cost: Free entry (including food, drinks & pizza 😄) * Please register only if you plan to attend — spots are limited.

Spring is in full swing, summer is just around the corner, and that means it's time for another Talk .NET with .NET Team! 🚀🌷☀️ Join us for another evening of practical engineering insights, fresh .NET developments, and conversations with fellow developers. This time we'll explore the future of .NET MAUI. Uncover why Process APIs can still surprise you. And peek at the AI infrastructure powering the dotnet/skills marketplace. As always, expect hands-on technical content, and lot of networking in a room full of fellow engineers. Who, like you, enjoy learning, sharing knowledge, and building great software. We can't wait to see you there! Agenda & speakers: * 5\.30pm \| Doors Open * 6\.00pm \| **Less Noise, More Magic: What's New in .NET MAUI 10 and Beyond** \| Kirill Ovchinnikov \(Microsoft\) * 6\.45pm \| **Your Process Code Hangs. Here's Why (and How .NET 11 Fixes It)** \| Youssef Fahmy \(Microsoft\) * 7\.30pm \| **Introduction to dotnet/skills and infra behind it** \| Jan Krivanek \(Microsoft\) * 8\.00pm \| **Networking with food** 🙂☕ * 9\.00pm \| Doors closed **TALK DETAILS:** 🟣 **Less Noise, More Magic: What's New in .NET MAUI 10 and Beyond** with [Kirill Ovchinnikov](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirillovchinnikov/) (Microsoft) Join a member of the team behind MAUI and XAML tooling in Visual Studio and VS Code for a look at the latest improvements coming to .NET MAUI. Discover how .NET 10 and the road to .NET 11 simplify cross-platform development with cleaner XAML, new language capabilities, Linux support, and even local AI experiences running directly on mobile devices. 🟢 **Your Process Code Hangs. Here's Why (and How .NET 11 Fixes It)** with [Youssef Fahmy](https://www.linkedin.com/in/youssef1313/) (Microsoft) Working with Process APIs often seems straightforward - until your application unexpectedly hangs. Youssef will break down one of the most common deadlock scenarios, explain why older APIs are difficult to use correctly, and introduce the modern .NET 11 alternatives. You'll leave with practical patterns, best practices, and a checklist to avoid painful debugging sessions. 🔵 **Introduction to dotnet/skills and infra behind it** with [Jan Krivanek](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jan-krivanek/) (Microsoft) Discover dotnet/skills, the marketplace for coding-agent extensions and plugins. Learn how skills and agents work, explore notable examples from the ecosystem, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the AI infrastructure, evaluation systems, and engineering challenges that power the platform. Our meetup wouldn’t be complete without him - once again, the evening will be moderated by the amazing [Jakub Jares](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jares/) (Microsoft)! 📍 Microsoft Office (Delta Building, Vyskočilova 1561/4a, Prague 4) 📅 Thursday, May 28th, 2026 🕗 5.30pm - 9.00pm CET ☝️ Event Details: * Language: English * Cost: Free entry

**Frontend developers in 2026 are spoiled for choice. New frameworks promising freedom, AI assistants promising to handle the boring parts. But between the framework debates and the quiet burnout, what actually delivers in day-to-day work?** Join us on **Tuesday, May 26**, for an evening focused on the honest reality of frontend development in 2026. Four engineers from Applifting and Mews will share what's actually working—and what isn't—in framework decisions, AI workflows, and the human side of keeping up with constant change. Let's meet in the **Applifting meetup space**, both in person and online. **We’ll start at 18:00.** 👉[ Register here](https://applifting.io/events/frontend-crew-talk-when-tools-move-faster-than-us) 👈 **if you want to attend in person. Spaces are limited and our event planner Anetka would be sad if we had to turn you away at the door!** **Who’s speaking?** **[Michal Čížek](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michal-%C4%8D%C3%AD%C5%BEek/)**, senior frontend developer at Applifting, will open with a side-by-side comparison of Next.js and TanStack Start—two frameworks with fundamentally different philosophies—to help you pick for your next project. **[Jan Marek](https://www.linkedin.com/in/j4n-marek/)**, senior software engineer at Mews, will follow with how frustration and laziness can guide useful AI workflows, automating each “I don't want to do this manually” from Slack thread to announcement. **[Tereza Šimková](https://www.linkedin.com/in/simkovat/)**, also a senior frontend developer at Applifting, will offer an honest, non-technical look at the hidden psychological toll of working with AI coding assistants. Then, they will be joined for the panel discussion by **[Matyas Mihálka](https://www.linkedin.com/in/matyasmih%C3%A1lka/)**, frontend tech lead at Applifting, bringing a grounded take on what AI coding tools actually deliver day-to-day and how to adopt them without burning out. **We look forward to meeting you!** **Schedule:** **17:30 – Doors open** * Get your ticket ready, say hello to others, and have a drink with us. 🥂 **18:00 – Introduction by Filip Kirschner** * Our co-founder Filip will give you a short welcome and introduce our speakers. **18:15 – Two philosophies, one decision: Next.js vs TanStack Start in 2026 with Michal Čížek** * *Next.js has shaped React for years. TanStack Start is the challenger with a fundamentally different philosophy. Which one should you pick for your next project?* **18:30 – Boring driven development: Let your laziness and frustration guide your creativity in your AI workflows with Jan Marek** * *From Slack thread to announcement: how “I don't want to do this manually” can turn each step of development into automation.* **18:45 — We need to talk: Confessions of a frontend dev's AI journey with Tereza Šimková** * *An honest, non-technical chat about the hidden psychological toll of our evolving relationship with AI.* **19:00 — Short break** * *Time to stretch, refill drinks, and chat a bit.* **19:10 — Panel discussion Living with AI: Tools, anxiety & what actually works with Jan Marek, Michal Čížek, Tereza Šimková, and Matyas Mihálka** * *AI coding tools are everywhere but between the hype and the fear, what actually delivers in day-to-day work?* **20:00 — Q&A session** * *Your turn. We’re open to any questions or comments you have.* **20:30 – Networking, food & drinks 🍻** * *Snacks and drinks, including draft beer, will be available for you all evening. Get ready to network with Applifters and enjoy the evening together!* **22:00 – It’s a wrap!** * *Some of us may move on to a pub, but the doors of Applifting are closing, and we'll look forward to seeing you next time!* For capacity reasons, **please let us know if you will** [attend in person](https://applifting.io/events/frontend-crew-talk-when-tools-move-faster-than-us) or participate online. The presentations will be streamed, but we would love to see you there. We look forward to meeting you!

Řešíš nějaký problém? Zajímají tě nové technologie? Chceš se podělit o tvé zkušenosti? Zastav se na [pro:]TEST! setkání, které bude tentokrát o řízené otevřené diskuzi založená na Open Space! Open Space Technology (OST) je styl samoorganizovaného setkání, jehož režii mají v rukách samotní účastníci. Nápad, otázka, aktuálně řešený problém, to vše může být tématem tohoto večera. Sejdeme se doslova v "open space", určíme si stanoviště, časové bloky a témata a pustíme se do nich. Kdokoliv může na stanoviště přijít nebo z něj kdykoliv odejít. Více o OST se dočtete například zde (anglicky): https://www.facilitator.school/blog/open-space-technology Těšíme se - organizátoři [Pro:]Test! **Upozornění**: setkání probíhá pouze osobně na místě. Z tohoto Meetupu nebude vznikat záznam.

Instruction level parallelism by [Ivica Bogosavljević](https://johnnysswlab.com/author/ibogi/) Instruction Level Parallelism (ILP) is the magic ingredient of a modern CPU that makes it run fast. But not all programs are equal, some have more ILP, others have less. In this talk we are going to investigate our codes from the viewpoint of ILP: which code has more ILP, which has less ILP, how does ILP affect software performance and what techniques we can use to speed up our software. Timetable: 18:00 Get together, setup, socialize 18:30 talk starts ??:?? talk ends, more socializing For those who want to join online here is the **[ZOOM LINK](https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83891473439?pwd=7HSo6db5TDdSQA72V0jVEkGMzhbZeu.1)** While you wait why not join our **[DISCORD SERVER](https://discord.gg/3FQFqkjPyc)**

At the group's first meetup, we will informally discuss whether self-improvement has an end or is a never-ending process. To inspire the discussion, I selected two short blog posts with opposing perspectives. The [first post](https://markmanson.net/self-improvement#:~:text=There%27s%20a%20paradox%20with,the%20need%20to%20improve%20yourself.) is by Mark Manson, the author of *The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F#ck*. He argues that: “*There’s a paradox with self-improvement (...): the ultimate goal of all self-improvement is to reach the point where you no longer feel the need to improve yourself (…). The whole goal of improving your productivity is to reach the point where you never have to think about how to be more productive. The whole point of pursuing happiness is to reach the point where one no longer has to think about being happy. (…)* *The only way to truly achieve one’s potential, to become fully fulfilled, or to become “self-actualized” (…), is to, at some point, stop trying to be all of those things.”* The [second post](https://maartenvandoorn.medium.com/self-improvement-doesnt-have-an-end-it-is-the-end-6bbb3247ff6f) is by Maarten van Doorn, who wrote it as a reply to Mark Manson’s post. Van Doorn argues that self-improvement doesn’t have an end because it is an end in itself: *“‘The paradox of self-improvement’, as Mark calls it, is not that self-improvement, despite appearances, has as its ultimate goal something that’s ‘in your head’. No, the true paradox of self-improvement is that it’s perhaps the only kind of improvement that is not done for the sake of whatever it is being improved, but for its own sake.* *Self-improvement has intrinsic value and, in contrast to productivity, becoming better and exercising skills are essential components of what makes life worth living (…)* *Personal growth shouldn’t be thought of as a band-aid to fix something. That’s not what it’s for. What it’s for, is to prevent you from settling for eternal boredom — and your life from going by unnoticed*.” What do you think? **Reading the posts beforehand is optional** — Just in case you want to read them, here are the links: * ‘[What is self-improvement’ by Mark Manson](https://markmanson.net/self-improvement#:~:text=There%27s%20a%20paradox%20with,the%20need%20to%20improve%20yourself.). * ‘[Self-improvement doesn’t have an end, it is the end’ by Maarten van Doorn](https://maartenvandoorn.medium.com/self-improvement-doesnt-have-an-end-it-is-the-end-6bbb3247ff6f) We will also have time to talk about ourselves and brainstorm ideas for next meetups. See you soon. Ángel

**Agenda:** * Introduction * Onsite/remote talk & Campfire * Lightning Talks / Fuck ups Open door @ 19:00 Prague time, start 19:30 Once a month on the last Tuesday, we bring together Web3 builders - tech. founders / smart contract programmers / auditors. Whether you are a Web2 developer interested to learn more or a senior in the Web3 sphere, our meetup is for you! Enjoy a nice cold lager and get ready to blow your mind on what’s possible in blockchain. Our upcoming meetup will be again hosted at Decada - a crypto-friendly cafe bar with an inviting atmosphere and friendly staff. Decada's commitment to innovation makes it the perfect venue for gathering like-minded people. They are happy to invite us to join them for an evening of fresh perspectives, vibrant discussions, and good company at Decada. Have something to share like a project or protocol in Web3? You get the floor for 5 minutes. Please signup here: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Dm3De2kWn00STS44Y0vyXtZsFd1A5TUU7sVH0aydr0s/edit](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Dm3De2kWn00STS44Y0vyXtZsFd1A5TUU7sVH0aydr0s/edit) The meetup is focused on project conceptual design and smart contract development. Not frontends and JS Frameworks - there are other meetups for those. Example topics are inheritance approaches, comparison of proxies, their gas, size, ect. Other talks will be about cross chain / layer calls, blind signing, security, clever hacks, and more. Regarding contracts level - any smart contracts, i.e. not limited to EVM based. Have questions or want to share something cool with us? Join our community group on Telegram to get updates or to share knowledge: [https://t.me/+eA4eMYlEo-k2ZGVk](https://t.me/+eA4eMYlEo-k2ZGVk) We look forward to seeing you all!

**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** Like it or not, AI agents are now capable of turning a quickly written paragraph of requirements into a pull request that is ready to be integrated into real-world production applications and it's now our responsibility to make sure AI doesn't go rogue and take down prod - or corrupt our data by misunderstanding the requirements or our existing schemas. In this session we'll explore strategies to protect our codebases through unit and integration testing, documentation, and code review along with additional ways of providing context and guard rails to our AI agents as they carry out the work we've assigned them to do. By the time we're done, you'll have a firm grasp of the problem and understand some helpful options for protecting your codebase from vibe coding mishaps getting YOLOed into prod. **YouTube Link** TBD

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

Topic to be announced. **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

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)

Join us for **[Nathan Leiberman](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-richard-lieberman/)**'s talk ... Had enough of writing the same flex classes for the hundredth time? Tired of diving into your coworker’s cobbled container class? Tailwind CSS is here to save your sanity. Tailwind gives you a well-organized, utility-first approach to styling. This CSS framework eliminates naming debates, halts stylesheet scavenger hunts, and satisfies your marketing team’s whims with clear, composable class names and a powerful configuration system. You’ll spend less time fighting CSS and more time building beautiful interfaces. In this talk, I’ll walk through an interactive demo of Tailwind CSS and cover the following topics: * Set up Tailwind CSS in your project * Understand Tailwind’s utility classes and how they work * Integrate breakpoints and dark mode like a pro * Customizing Tailwind to fit your style Ditch your spaghetti stylesheets and come see how Tailwind CSS can make your project lighter, cleaner, and a lot more fun to build. Your future self will thank you. ***Bring your laptop and expect to write some (non-AI generated) code!*** Food and drinks will be available. **LOCATION:** 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 **FREE PARKING:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017

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. So please RSVP for a head count!

Most people use AI like a search box: they type one sentence, hope for the best, and get frustrated when the answer is generic, wrong, or useless. But getting better results from tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and other AI systems is not about memorizing magic prompts. It is about learning how to give the AI better context. In this beginner-friendly session, we’ll break down how to make AI dramatically more useful by improving the way you communicate with it. You’ll learn how to give clearer instructions, provide examples, set constraints, ask for better output formats, and use follow-up questions to turn a mediocre answer into a genuinely useful one. We’ll cover practical techniques you can use immediately for work, learning, writing, coding, planning, research, and everyday problem solving. We’ll also touch on why these same ideas show up in more advanced AI systems, including RAG, agents, evaluations, and AI workflows. No technical background required. Bring your curiosity, your questions, and maybe one real task you wish AI was better at helping you with. **What you’ll learn:** * Why “better prompting” is really about better context * How to structure requests so AI gives more useful answers * How to use examples, constraints, and output formats * How to iterate when the first answer is not good enough * How these skills connect to more advanced AI workflows This meetup is for anyone who wants to move beyond basic ChatGPT usage and start getting more practical value out of AI. LOGISTICS AND PARKING: The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks! The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.