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SAS Events Today
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From Zero to Hero: Alpine Ski Training at Krvavec! โท๏ธ๐๏ธ
From Zero to Hero: Alpine Ski Training at Krvavec! โท๏ธ๐๏ธ
Ready to swap the city for the slopes? Whether youโve never touched a ski or youโre looking to perfect your carving technique, weโre launching a dedicated ski program led by pro instructor Marianna!
The Goal: Master the basics (or level up) over 4 weekends in January, then join the community for an epic final ski trip to a major mountain resort! ๐
๐๏ธ Every Sunday @ 10:00 ๐ Location: Krvavec Ski Resort ๐ Logistics: Carpooling available! Marianna can pick up a few people from Ljubljana (9:00 AM, 10e for transfer). Check the group chat to coordinate rides: https://chat.whatsapp.com/E8XvAXKIyA0GZSQ2uMr9KV
๐ฐ Training Options:
Monthly Subscription (Best Value!): โฌ110 (4 x 2hr lessons)
Drop-in Group Lesson: โฌ40 (2hrs)
Intensive Day: โฌ65 (5hrs total: 2h training / 1h break / 2h training)
Private Lessons: From โฌ70 (2hrs) to โฌ100 (5hrs)
Note: Ski pass and equipment rental are not included.
Ready to join? We need to know your level to organize the groups. ๐ Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfn23NgMoggJ7UDXAOvkg9Y4-FyUvK-6GUAsEWiSYtZ_1M75g/viewform?usp=dialog
Express yourself: Workshop with a theatre actor (in English) ๐ญ
Ever wanted to feel more confident, relaxed and natural when expressing yourself?
Join us for a light and playful workshop led by a professional theatre actor, where weโll explore simple techniques to help you communicate more freely.
During the session weโll focus on:
โจ Freedom of expression
๐ค Voice and speech
๐ฌ Confident communication
๐ Letting go of the fear of speaking in front of others
No experience needed โ just curiosity and the willingness to try something new.
๐ **Sunday, March 15**
โฐ **16:00 โ 17:30**
๐ **Plesno druลกtvo Ruba**
Kavฤiฤeva ulica 66, 1000 Ljubljana
๐ถ **Participation fee: โฌ5**
Relaxed atmosphere, interesting exercises and maybe a few discoveries about yourself along the way
๐ **Register here:** https://forms.gle/UXLpnu7YdMx2x73H8
Algorithmic Trading & Crypto
## (Lesson 2)
## What to expect
Project Equilibrium is an in-person introduction to disciplined, rule-based trading automation. This first event is designed to be clear, practical, and approachable no hype, no pressure, and no prior technical background required.
### Why we meet (two-session structure)
This meetup is structured as **two lessons**:
**Lesson 1 โ The โWhyโ (mindset + framework)**
* What Project Equilibrium is (and what it is not)
* Why we focus on process, rules, and execution discipline
* What โ24/7 executionโ means in practice
* Q&A and open discussion
**Lesson 2 โ The โHowโ (step-by-step setup)**
* A simple walkthrough of the basic tools you need
* Step-by-step guidance to install and prepare the required exchange apps/accounts
* A clear checklist to be ready for future sessions
(You wonโt be left aloneโeverything is explained calmly and in order.)
### What to bring
To make the second lesson smooth, please bring:
* **A smartphone** (for authentication and exchange app setup)
* **A laptop** (for the setup steps and configuration)
If you only have one device, you can still join Lesson 1. The setup lesson is simply easier with both.
### Who this is for
* People curious about algorithmic execution and portfolio discipline
* Beginners who want a structured approach
* Experienced traders who want more consistency and less stress
### Agenda
* Welcome + introductions
* Lesson focus of the day (Why / How)
* Guided walkthrough (where applicable)
* Q&A + next steps
### How to find the group
* Arrive a few minutes early and look for the **Project Equilibrium** group.
* I will be there to welcome attendees if youโre unsure, simply ask the venue staff for the Meetup group name.
SAS Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
From Zero to Hero: Alpine Ski Training at Krvavec! โท๏ธ๐๏ธ
From Zero to Hero: Alpine Ski Training at Krvavec! โท๏ธ๐๏ธ
Ready to swap the city for the slopes? Whether youโve never touched a ski or youโre looking to perfect your carving technique, weโre launching a dedicated ski program led by pro instructor Marianna!
The Goal: Master the basics (or level up) over 4 weekends in January, then join the community for an epic final ski trip to a major mountain resort! ๐
๐๏ธ Every Sunday @ 10:00 ๐ Location: Krvavec Ski Resort ๐ Logistics: Carpooling available! Marianna can pick up a few people from Ljubljana (9:00 AM, 10e for transfer). Check the group chat to coordinate rides: https://chat.whatsapp.com/E8XvAXKIyA0GZSQ2uMr9KV
๐ฐ Training Options:
Monthly Subscription (Best Value!): โฌ110 (4 x 2hr lessons)
Drop-in Group Lesson: โฌ40 (2hrs)
Intensive Day: โฌ65 (5hrs total: 2h training / 1h break / 2h training)
Private Lessons: From โฌ70 (2hrs) to โฌ100 (5hrs)
Note: Ski pass and equipment rental are not included.
Ready to join? We need to know your level to organize the groups. ๐ Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfn23NgMoggJ7UDXAOvkg9Y4-FyUvK-6GUAsEWiSYtZ_1M75g/viewform?usp=dialog
Express yourself: Workshop with a theatre actor (in English) ๐ญ
Ever wanted to feel more confident, relaxed and natural when expressing yourself?
Join us for a light and playful workshop led by a professional theatre actor, where weโll explore simple techniques to help you communicate more freely.
During the session weโll focus on:
โจ Freedom of expression
๐ค Voice and speech
๐ฌ Confident communication
๐ Letting go of the fear of speaking in front of others
No experience needed โ just curiosity and the willingness to try something new.
๐ **Sunday, March 15**
โฐ **16:00 โ 17:30**
๐ **Plesno druลกtvo Ruba**
Kavฤiฤeva ulica 66, 1000 Ljubljana
๐ถ **Participation fee: โฌ5**
Relaxed atmosphere, interesting exercises and maybe a few discoveries about yourself along the way
๐ **Register here:** https://forms.gle/UXLpnu7YdMx2x73H8
Algorithmic Trading & Crypto
## (Lesson 2)
## What to expect
Project Equilibrium is an in-person introduction to disciplined, rule-based trading automation. This first event is designed to be clear, practical, and approachable no hype, no pressure, and no prior technical background required.
### Why we meet (two-session structure)
This meetup is structured as **two lessons**:
**Lesson 1 โ The โWhyโ (mindset + framework)**
* What Project Equilibrium is (and what it is not)
* Why we focus on process, rules, and execution discipline
* What โ24/7 executionโ means in practice
* Q&A and open discussion
**Lesson 2 โ The โHowโ (step-by-step setup)**
* A simple walkthrough of the basic tools you need
* Step-by-step guidance to install and prepare the required exchange apps/accounts
* A clear checklist to be ready for future sessions
(You wonโt be left aloneโeverything is explained calmly and in order.)
### What to bring
To make the second lesson smooth, please bring:
* **A smartphone** (for authentication and exchange app setup)
* **A laptop** (for the setup steps and configuration)
If you only have one device, you can still join Lesson 1. The setup lesson is simply easier with both.
### Who this is for
* People curious about algorithmic execution and portfolio discipline
* Beginners who want a structured approach
* Experienced traders who want more consistency and less stress
### Agenda
* Welcome + introductions
* Lesson focus of the day (Why / How)
* Guided walkthrough (where applicable)
* Q&A + next steps
### How to find the group
* Arrive a few minutes early and look for the **Project Equilibrium** group.
* I will be there to welcome attendees if youโre unsure, simply ask the venue staff for the Meetup group name.
SAS Events Near You
Connect with your local SAS community
From Idea to Working App in Minutes: The Agentic Development with Amazon Kiro
Discover Kiro, AWSโs innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way.
In this session, speakers will explore Kiroโs core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents.
In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiroโs agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding.
What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy
Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025
Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs
Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving
Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows.
**Speakers Bio:**
Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale.
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/)
Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect โ Associate, AWS Certified Developer โ Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry.
Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives.
Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/)
**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
ServiceNow's Got Talent
Builders, creators, architects, admins, consultants - come one, come all. This one's for you.
We're bringing a little friendly competition to the Columbus ServiceNow community while highlighting the cool things people have built on the platform.
Five presenters will take the stage to showcase something they've built, solved, designed, or imagined on the ServiceNow platform - and a panel of judges (plus YOU, our amazing audience) will score them live.
So basically, America's Got Talent but make it ServiceNow's Got Talent.
Bring a notepad if you'd like 'cause you'll definitely be learning something new.
Each presenter gets 10 minutes max to wow the crowd with:
โข A demo
โข A real-world business solution
โข A bold idea
โข A UX transformation
โข Or a creative use of the platform
Judging Criteria:
๐ Business Value
๐ Innovation
โจ User Experience
This event is about celebrating ideas, sharing knowledge, and showing how ServiceNow can drive both business impact and meaningful user value.
Come learn. Come support. Come get inspired.
Refreshments and bites will be provided.
And maybe next timeโฆ youโll be on stage.
TBD
**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
**Abstract**
TBD
**YouTube Link**
TBA
Columbus HUG March
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/cbus-hug-2026/
Columbus Code & Coffee 84 @ Improving
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**
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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!
Rise and Shine with Atlassian - Downtown/Nationwide
Come chat about Atlassian tools and best practices at the Nationwide 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
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Moderators
Kimberly Deal - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader
Kevin Stanley - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader
Hosted By
Kimberly Deal, Atlassian User Group Leader
Kevin Stanley, Chief Everything
Greg Sprowls, Agility Lead
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