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Ruby Argentina: Volvemos con las meetups!
š VOLVEMOS! Empezamos el ciclo de charlas de RubySur! Para este reencuentro:
**Warnings en Ruby: NO LOS IGNORES!!!**
ĀæLos warnings te molestan? Tal vez Ruby estĆ” tratando de ayudarte
Por Ariel Juodziukynas - Staff Software Engineer de [OmbuLabs.ai](http://OmbuLabs.ai)
šļø 18 de Marzo ā 19hs (ARG)
š [Oficinas de Eryx, Bonpland 1953, CABA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/1qLAjc4DfkH9SY5v7)
Invita especialmente: [eryx](https://eryx.co)
**šReservĆ” tu lugar para venir de forma presencial:**
[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqcixIYwpLfNBxn1bxgKM0xbsBPhz5LEXmUhpyDNVk3NrpTg/viewform?usp=header](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqcixIYwpLfNBxn1bxgKM0xbsBPhz5LEXmUhpyDNVk3NrpTg/viewform?usp=header)
(El evento se va a transmitir online en vivo, no es necesario anotarse para verlo online)
TambiƩn vamos a tener un bloque de lightning talks (de 5 minutos, tema totalmente libre). Si querƩs dar una lightning talk anotate acƔ:
[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScrRLmJ8A0_VsEHJb0JEhMgaIedtHDg2qaRaoMzS3DkDJikDw/viewform?usp=header](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScrRLmJ8A0_VsEHJb0JEhMgaIedtHDg2qaRaoMzS3DkDJikDw/viewform?usp=header)
Los cupos presenciales son limitados.
Nos vemos todos ahĆ ā¤ļø
Enterate de todo en [ruby.com.ar](https://ruby.com.ar)
BA Connectors
Goal is to connect the local tech and entrepreneur scene with their expat counterparts. If similar, you are more than welcome!
Very laid back event to meet new people and had hang with those youve met before over a great craft brew.
Nos vemos!!
It is 30% off for happy hour, which goes until 8pm.
Also now have a whatsapp group
https://chat.whatsapp.com/J3IGJAvQGGfFMNxMlMB8Xc?mode=gi_t
Charlone Brewery in Colegiales
AI builders Buenos Aires | Third assembly
Hola, AI enthusiasts!
We are thrilled to announce another gathering of **AI Builders Buenos Aires**! Whether you are a seasoned ML engineer, a founder integrating LLMs into your product, or a developer just starting to tinker with the latest models, this is the place for you.
We believe that the best way to build the future is to build it together. Thatās why weāre kicking things off with a relaxed, community-focused evening.
**What to expect:**
* **Meet & Greet:** Get to know your fellow builders in BA.
* **Idea Exchange:** Briefly share what you are working on, the tools you love (or hate!), and the challenges you're facing.
* **Networking:** Grab a drink, exchange contacts, and maybe find your next co-founder or hackathon partner.
This isn't a formal lectureāit's an open space to connect, share knowledge, and spark new collaborations. Letās turn Buenos Aires into a hub for AI innovation!
Telegram group: t.me/aibuildersba
Mitos y verdades de performance y experiencia de usuario
NUEVA FECHA!!
”Buenas a todos!
Anunciamos hoy un nuevo Meetup Presencial š„³
SerÔ el 18 de MARZO, asà que pronto ”nos vemos!
Esta charla serĆ” sobre **Mitos y verdades de performance y experiencia de usuario.**
Muchos desarrolladores web repiten mĆ”ximas como ā*los usuarios abandonan si el sitio tarda mĆ”s de 4 segundos*ā, ā*todo tiene que ser above-the-fold*ā o ā*el diseƱo mobile-first es obligatorio*ā, sin preguntarse de dónde vienen esas ideas ni si aplican a todos los contextos.
En esta charla vamos a desarmar algunos de los mitos mÔs instalados sobre performance y UX, contrastÔndolos con hallazgos de la investigación académica y analizando el rol que juegan grandes actores de la industria (*como Google y Amazon*) en la difusión de ciertas métricas y prioridades que también responden a sus propios intereses.
A través de ejemplos concretos del ecosistema WordPress, vamos a explorar cómo estos supuestos impactan en la toma de decisiones técnicas, en la experiencia real de los usuarios y en los objetivos de negocio detrÔs de cada sitio.
Te contamos los detalles del evento:
š
FECHA: 18 de MARZO 2026
ā° HORA: 19:30hs
š¤ PONENTE: AndrĆ©s Villarreal
š¢ TEMA: Mitos y verdades de performance y experiencia de usuario
ā ļø Queremos dejar claro que:
Los Meetups son gratuitos.
Para participar del encuentro sólo debĆ©s confirmar asistencia š
Si confirmĆ”s asistencia, por favor, en caso de no poder asistir, recordĆ” darte de baja, ya que podrĆas estar quitando el lugar a otra persona, los cupos son limitados.
Si no lo hacés, lamentablemente no podrÔs asistir al próximo encuentro presencial.
TenĆ©s tiempo hasta el dĆa anterior, es decir 17 de marzo.
Valoramos la responsabilidad y compromiso con la Comunidad.
PodƩs sumarte a la **[Comunidad en WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Kt12HX3eQS2JV98MgxH15B)**
Y seguinos en **[nuestras RRSS](https://linktr.ee/wpargentinaba)**
RecordĆ” algo importantĆsimo š esta Comunidad se basa en el respeto y responsabilidad, por lo tanto, seamos respetuosos y responsables.
Si es tu 1º primer Meetup, te contamos que son encuentros con charlas alrededor de las temÔticas que hacen al mundo WordPressero.
Son un espacio para aprender, intercambiar conocimientos, y conocer gente increĆble š¤©
En eventos presenciales, podemos hacer quedada y networking š»
Ā”Y en este podremos hacerlo! š„³
La charla arrancarĆ” puntualmente a las š 19:30hs, y estaremos allĆ para esperarlos y conversar un rato.
No te preocupes si no sabes código, o si sos nuevo, todos son bienvenidos, asà es la gran Comunidad WordPress.
Agradecemos especialmente a nuestro Patrocinador:
ā¶ļø **[Raiola Network](https://raiola.link/wpargba)**
Que ademƔs nos brinda **planes especiales a todos los WordPresseros** de la Comunidad.
Si tienes preguntas, dƩjalas en comentarios.
Ā”Nos vemos pronto! š
Sponsors globales WordPress
Automattic - Bluehost - Kinsta - Woo - A2 Hosting
š Language Exchange CafĆ© ā EspaƱol & English | ā”Culture Shock Therapy
## ā **Language Exchange CafĆ© ā EspaƱol & English. Real connections āØ**
**Ubicación:** Francis CafĆ© ā Charcas 3251
**Horario:** 18:00 a 20:00
**Entrada:** $5.000 ARS / 5$
### **EspaƱol**
ĀæCansado de practicar idiomas solo con apps que no te contestan?
ĀæHarto de decir *āHow are you?ā* y que nadie te pregunte de vuelta?
Este **Language Exchange CafĆ©** es para personas reales, conversaciones reales y cafĆ©s de verdad ā
Nos juntamos en **Francis CafƩ** para hablar **espaƱol, inglƩs (o spanglish sin culpa)**, intercambiar culturas y crear conexiones que no mueren cuando se termina el cafƩ.
No es una clase
No hay profesores
Nadie te corrige con cara de superioridad
Solo charlas relajadas, risas, acentos variados y ese momento mĆ”gico donde entendĆ©s⦠o fingĆs que entendĆ©s y seguĆs igual
Ideal para:
extranjeros, viajeros y locales curiosos
ļø practicar idiomas sin presión
conocer gente interesante en un ambiente tranquilo
VenĆ por el idioma.
Quedate por el cafƩ.
Y tal vez⦠por las conexiones reales āØ
***
**Location:** Francis CafĆ© ā Charcas 3251
**Time:** 6:00 ā 8:00 PM
**Entry fee:** $5,000 ARS
### **English**
Tired of practicing languages with apps that never reply?
Sick of saying *āHow are you?ā* and no one asking back?
This **Language Exchange CafĆ©** is for real people, real conversations, and real coffee ā
We meet at **Francis CafĆ©** to speak **Spanish, English (or guilt-free Spanglish)**, exchange cultures, and create connections that donāt disappear when the coffee is gone.
Not a class
No teachers
No one correcting you with a superior look
Just relaxed chats, laughs, different accents, and that magical moment when you understand⦠or pretend you do and keep going
Perfect for:
expats, travelers, and curious locals
ļø practicing languages with zero pressure
meeting interesting people in a calm environment
Come for the language.
Stay for the coffee.
And maybe⦠for the real connections āØ
Ideas Events This Week
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š„COMUNICACIĆN NO VIOLENTA en acción - PALERMO
En este encuentro trabajaremos con **conversaciones reales**, de esas que a veces evitamos, postergamos o atravesamos con tensión.
Es un espacio de **prÔctica colectiva**, donde miramos **cómo hablamos, cómo escuchamos y qué efecto tienen nuestras palabras**.
**ā
¿Cómo serÔ el encuentro?**
* Trabajo en grupo
* Casos reales aportados por los participantes
* Sin juicios, sin consejos rƔpidos, sin recetas
La propuesta es **entrenar la mirada**: detectar qué acerca y qué aleja en una conversación, y qué nos pasa cuando la compasión se pierde.
**ā
¿Para quién es?**
* Personas que atraviesan conversaciones difĆciles en su vida personal o laboral.
* LĆderes, profesionales, emprendedores o cualquier persona interesada en comunicarse mejor.
šš¼**Valor:**
* Miembros **Meetup**: **$6,000 ā
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* Miembros **Club de Liderazgo**: $4,000 (Ćŗnete en [club.exoliderazgo.com](club.exoliderazgo.com))
*\*El valor incluye acceso al encuentro. NO incluye consumición.*
**Facilitador**: Esteban Coluccio, Coach Ontológico Certificado (ICF) Lic. en Administración, Magister en Finanzas, ex Director Financiero de IBM.
Realizó cursos de Liderazgo en Armonk, New York - San Pablo, Brasil, entre otros.
šš¼Para mantenernos conectados, te invito a seguirme š±[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/exoliderazgo)
Make Friends: Not Small Talk - Deep talks & Coffee | šCulture Shock Therapy
SPANISH VERSION BELOW š
**ā Culture Shock Therapy ā Deep Conversation / Coffee Talk**
Some conversations change your day.
Some change your life.
Every Sunday we create a space for meaningful conversations about life, emotions, culture, psychology, relationships, and the things we usually donāt talk about in normal social events.
š Tienda de Cafe Italiano ā Perón 4233, CABA
š Every Sunday \| 18:00 ā 20:00
š Entry: 5,000 ARS (ā 5 USD)
**What you can expect:**
⢠Deep questions
⢠Social dynamics
⢠Interactive games to feel comfortable
⢠Open-minded people
⢠Respectful environment
⢠Coffee, ideas, and connection
You donāt need to be an expert.
You just need to be honest.
This is not small talk.
This is real conversation.
Follow us on Instagram:
[https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy](https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy)
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VERSIĆN EN ESPAĆOL š
**ā Culture Shock Therapy ā Deep Conversation / Coffee Talk**
Algunas conversaciones te cambian el dĆa.
Otras te cambian la vida.
Cada domingo creamos un espacio para conversaciones con sentido sobre la vida, emociones, cultura, psicologĆa, relaciones y todo lo que normalmente no se habla en eventos sociales comunes.
š Tienda de Cafe Italiano ā Perón 4233, CABA
š Todos los domingos \| 18:00 ā 20:00
š Entrada: $5.000
**QuƩ podƩs encontrar:**
⢠Preguntas profundas
⢠DinÔmicas sociales
⢠Juegos para que todos se sientan cómodos
⢠Gente abierta
⢠Ambiente respetuoso
⢠Café, ideas y conexión
No necesitƔs ser experto.
Solo necesitƔs ser autƩntico.
Esto no es charla superficial.
Es conversación real.
Seguinos en Instagram:
[https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy](https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy)
AI Generativa, Comunicación y Networking | Women in Cloud BA Meetup
En este meetup de **Women in Cloud Argentina** nos encontramos en las oficinas de AWS para compartir una noche de **aprendizaje y networking**.
Tendremos dos charlas breves que combinan **comunicación y tecnologĆa**, dos habilidades clave para crecer en el mundo tech.
Primero vamos a explorar herramientas concretas para **animarse a hablar en pĆŗblico y compartir ideas con confianza**.
Luego nos vamos a meter en uno de los grandes desafĆos actuales: **cómo evaluar correctamente sistemas de IA generativa** y entender si realmente funcionan.
DespuƩs de las charlas tendremos un espacio de **networking entre las asistentes** para conocernos, intercambiar experiencias y seguir fortaleciendo la comunidad.
### **š¤ Hablar en pĆŗblico empieza por decir: Ā”sĆ!**
**Julieta Cane**
Una charla sobre cómo dar el primer paso para compartir ideas en público: técnicas para hablar con seguridad, gestionar el miedo escénico y conectar con la audiencia.
### **š¤ MĆ”s allĆ” del vibe check: cómo evaluar sistemas de IA generativa**
**Martina FernƔndez Irungaray**
Cómo saber si un sistema de IA generativa realmente funciona. Exploraremos métricas, evaluación automÔtica y por qué esto es clave para pasar de prototipo a sistema confiable.
š **Evento presencial en oficinas de AWS**
ā ļø **Cupos limitados**
Para poder ingresar al edificio es **obligatorio registrarse previamente en Meetup y enviarnos tus datos**.
Solo podrƔn acceder las personas registradas.
Social Meet - New Friends, Good Connections | šCulture Shock Therapy
VERSION EN ESPAĆOL ABAJO š
**š Social Meet- by Culture Shock Therapy**
Meeting new people as an adult shouldnāt feel like a job interview
Social Meet is a relaxed international gathering where locals, expats, and travelers come together to talk, laugh, and connect naturally
š Tienda de Cafe Italiano ā Perón 4233, CABA
š Every Saturday \| 18:00 ā 20:00
š Entry: 5,000 ARS (ā 5 USD)
What you can expect:
⢠Multilingual conversations
⢠Cultural exchange
⢠Locals + expats + travelers
⢠Genuine laughs
⢠A relaxed and friendly atmosphere
Just real people and real conversations.
Follow us on Instagram:
[https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy](https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy)
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VERSIĆN EN ESPAĆOL š
**š Culture Shock Therapy ā Social Meet**
Conocer gente nueva de adulto no deberĆa sentirse como una entrevista.
Social Meet es un encuentro internacional relajado donde locales, extranjeros y viajeros se juntan para hablar, reĆr y conectar de forma natural.
š Tienda de Cafe Italiano ā Perón 4233, CABA
š Todos los sĆ”bados \| 18:00 ā 20:00
š Entrada: $5.000
QuƩ podƩs encontrar:
⢠Conversaciones en varios idiomas
⢠Intercambio cultural
⢠Locales + extranjeros + viajeros
⢠Risas reales
⢠Ambiente relajado y amigable
Sin presión. Sin caretas. Sin incomodidad.
Solo gente real y buenas conversaciones.
Seguinos en Instagram:
[https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy](https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy)
BA Coworking Coffee Meetup - Chacarita (Venue provided on WhatsApp group)
please join our WhatsApp group to confirm cafe address and your assistance! https://tally.so/r/w4AO7X
Join us for an afternoon of networking, collaboration, and inspiration at the BA Coworking Coffee Meetup. Whether you're a remote worker, freelancer, startup founder, or any other creative professional, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and expand your professional and social network. So grab a cup of coffee or tea, bring your enthusiasm, and let's build a supportive community of creatives together. Venue details will be shared on our WhatsApp group, so make sure to RSVP and join us for a productive and enjoyable morning of coworking and entrepreneurship!
š¹ F*ck the Small Talk #3
**[šļø Click here to grab your ticket šļø](https://luma.com/ftst3buenosaires)**
š« **RSVP ā ticket**. A paid ticket is required to attend.
š On your phone and canāt click? Click the link in the comments :)
F\*ck the Small Talk has traveled the world from Berlin, Melbourne, London, Lisbon, to Mexico City, and is now back in **Buenos Aires** for our 3rd season: Summer 2026! The weather is beautiful and it's time to meet new people! š
**š¦ WHAT'S THIS ABOUT?**
FTST is a one-of-a-kind social experience where strangers come together for meaningful, fun and deep conversation. Itās also a different & cool way of meeting new people by getting a bit out of your comfort zone and skipping the small talk!
Join us for games, talks, and connections with friends you havenāt met yet. Join if you get annoyed after being asked what you do, where you are from, and how long you've been in BA every single time you meet someone. If you feel that there are better questions in life then this is the place for you. š
**š HOW DOES IT WORK?**
We start with a short & sweet intro talk followed by a few fun games to warm up. After that, we split you up into small groups (of 3-4) and start with the conversation rounds. We'll have awesome question **cards** that will guide the flow of the conversation. You'll **be guided by experienced hosts** (Elle & Michelle) who'll make sure everything goes smoothly. š
**š¹ HOW TO JOIN?**
**[Take 1 minute to sign up š](https://luma.com/ftst3buenosaires)**
š On your phone and canāt click? Click the link in the comments :)
Our events are limited to **30 handpicked guests** to ensure a cozy atmosphere. **Confirm your spot on the link above** to make it happen! We prioritize a balance of gender and age. If you're invited you'll receive a confirmation within 48 hours via Luma (our ticketing platform)
***NOTE***: We won't validate your payment unless you've been accepted! (which you most likely will ā¤ļø)
**š§§ HOW MUCH IS IT?**
The cost to attend is $13 (early llama) - $15 (general) and includes the following:
ā° 3 hours of facilitated and curated activities
šš½ Access to the Llamas in Buenos Aires Community on WhatsApp
š„ A space to meet new people in the least boring way possible
š Supporting our mission to spread human connection events around the world
*(š« we also cover those annoying **ticket fees**!)*
**š³ WHERE IS IT?**
We host our events in awesome bars & parks across the city. *We only **reveal the location** upon confirmation (or 25 before if it's in a park).* This event will take place in a nice **park** in Palermo.
š£ **IMPORTANT**: An RSVP on Meetup does **NOT** **confirm** your spot. šļø
**š WHAT THEY SAY**
š£ āThis is the kind of activity **humanity needs every weekend**. Thank you for all.ā - *Sonya*
š£ "I cannot recommend this event enough to connect with an international crowd. It was fun and light-hearted, but offered depth and humanity. As a digital nomad of 3 years, it's one of the best events and meet up activities I've been to yet!" - *Tom*
š£ āGreat way to connect with people in a more meaningful way. Get to the heart of the matter, dive straight into what really counts!ā - *Matthias*
š£ āF\*ck the Small Talk changes the narrative from "Where are you from?" to "When was the last time you laughed uncontrollably?" and I think that's beautiful.ā - *Monika*
š£ āI loved F\*ck the Small Talk, I was a little bit nervous at first but they are pros at making you feel comfortable with the rest of the group, the activities are really fun and I enjoyed every second (consider that the one who's saying this is very, very shy). Give it a try!ā - *Brenda*
š£ "Itās a wonderful experience, itās like being a kid again, when you were at the park, playing with other kids, and just decided you were going to be best friends for the next hours. Maybe youāll never see those kids again. But that hour was amazing because you both opened up and trusted each other." - *Sara*
[More Google reviews here š](https://www.google.com/maps/place/EPIC+LLAMA/@29.4255256,-41.3746386,3z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x41cb49107d35788f:0xf758abc88e22289c!8m2!3d29.4255256!4d-41.3746613!16s%2Fg%2F11swcv3hw2?entry=ttu)
**š¤ FAQ**
**⢠Can I come alone?**
Of course, we encourage it :) 99% of people do!
**⢠I signed up but never got an invite. Why?**
We usually get a high volume of sign-ups yet we like to keep it cozy & only invite around 25-30 people. Please try again next time if you do not receive an invite - no hard feelings š
**⢠Why do you charge?**
We value our time and put a lot of love, planning, and effort into creating & designing these experiences. ā„ļø This is our project/business and what we give to the world and we think everything should be a fair exchange! š However, money should never be the reason for people not to attend. If you canāt afford it send us a message!
**⢠Can I bring my pet llama?**
100% yes, any *well-behaved* pets are highly encouraged as long as you can still focus on connecting with the humans around you! Especially llamas. Please confirm with us beforehand.
**š¾š¤š¢š ššŖš§šš¤šŖšØ, š”ššš«š šš¤š£š£ššš©šš. āØ**
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āāļøš±This event is a no-phone experience. š
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āF\*ck the Small Talkā is part of the EPIC LLAMA Universe. šš¦ We design out-of-the-box experiences that spark curiosity, creativity, and human connection. We're on a mission to make boring brilliant! Join us in Mexico City, London, Lisbon, Malta, Edinburgh, Buenos Aires, and beyond. š
Follow us on[ Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/epic.llama/)š
Our [website ](https://epicllama.com/)š
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**Sold out or can't make it?** [Drop us your email ](https://epicllama.myflodesk.com/buenosaires)and we'll keep you in the loop for the next one! š
Picnic Sketch Sessionsć
£Picnic de Dibujo
**Welcome! Iām Facu.**
**Letās get together for a snack and a group drawing session at Parque Las Heras.**
You can draw people, plants, animals, or whatever comes out of your imagination! The theme is completely openāthis is not a class.
**Please bring your own materials and something tasty :)**
Event by donation
**[Whatsapp group Link](https://chat.whatsapp.com/E3eKj0sTvjH236ABgveKqq?mode=gi_t)**
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**Bienvenidos! Soy Facu**
**Juntemonos a merendar y dibujar en grupo en el Parque Las Heras.**
Podés dibujar personas, vegetación, animales o lo que salga de tu imaginación! La temÔtica es completamente libre, no es una clase.
**Traer los materiales a utilizar y algo rico :)**
Evento a colaboración
**[Link Whatsapp del grupo](https://chat.whatsapp.com/E3eKj0sTvjH236ABgveKqq?mode=gi_t)**
Ideas Events Near You
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From Idea to Working App in Minutes: The Agentic Development with Amazon Kiro
Discover Kiro, AWSās 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 Kiroās 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 Kiroās 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 ā Associate, AWS Certified Developer ā 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
NFT AI ART Columbus
NFT's are here to stay folks!
This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more.
**PLUS**
This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.
The Clawwww
OpenClaw, NemoClaw, personal assistants, 24/7 agents. What does it all mean? How does it all work and what should we know about it?
Whether youāre deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus.
Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services)
Shut Up & Write!Ā® East Side Columbus
Join us for an hour of writing! Weāve discovered that itās strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if itās true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, March 25 at Streetlight Guild.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, 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:**
6:45ish - Quick introductions
7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour
8:00 - The End
**OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
**BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer.
Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild!
**WHAT SHOULD I BRING?**
Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you!
**OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:**
* **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space!
* **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels.
* **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay!
* **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.
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:
⢠A demo
⢠A real-world business solution
⢠A bold idea
⢠A UX transformation
⢠Or a creative use of the platform
Judging Criteria:
š Business Value
š Innovation
⨠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 time⦠youāll be on stage.
Using Philosophy to Cope with Current Events
So this month's prompt is more general. I think we can all agree that we are living in "unique" times that require coping skills. I think that one role and/or purpose of philosophy is to help us deal with our daily lives and our "unique" times. So, let's share our feelings and thoughts about which philosopher/philosophy we turn to in order to deal with our crazy events. Who/what helps you stay focused in your daily life and helps you sleep at night. I find that Stoicism with a little philosophical pessimism mixed in goes a long way in helping me deal with what I see as very destructive, fearful and mean spirited public policies at both the state and federal levels. Hope to see you on March 28th!




















