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From AI Buzzwords to Real Helpers: Create an AI-Enhanced Automated Workflow
Ready to stop hearing about AI and start using it? ✨
New tools like AI automation are opening doors for creative and adaptable professionals to lead the change in their industries.
**Register for our Event Here:** [https://3vgdb.share.hsforms.com/2IWuk86BbTmuYAWHoCxc2xg](https://3vgdb.share.hsforms.com/2IWuk86BbTmuYAWHoCxc2xg)
Join us at **WBS CODING SCHOOL** for an exclusive in-person talk and collaborative build with Lead Instructor Maria Blanco. We are moving past the buzzwords to show you how AI can become your most powerful professional tool.
**What you'll learn:**
* **Beyond the Buzz:** Clear distinctions between AI Assistants, Automations, and Agents.
* **Collaborative Live-Build:** Participate as we set up an AI-enhanced automated workflow using [Make.com](http://Make.com).
* **No-Code Empowerment:** Discover that integrating AI tools is an achievable step without any coding skills.
This session is perfect for professionals in tech-adjacent roles, absolute beginners, and anyone ready to start their journey in AI. 🤝
**Event Details:**
* **Date:** Thursday, February 19
* **Time:** 18:00 – 19:30
* **Location:** Cuvrystraße 1, 10997 Berlin
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**About WBS CODING SCHOOL**
Empowering ambitious minds to conquer the tech world. Since 2019, we’ve been breaking barriers to make tech careers accessible to everyone. From AI, Data, UX/UI to AI Software Development, our expert-led courses teach skills that matter. But we’re more than just a school – we’re a thriving community where passion meets opportunity. Ready to launch your future? Join us and build the career you deserve.
THE BEAR presents: COLD - Stories about breaking the ice
### **THE BEAR** presents: **COLD**
*A night of true, personal storytelling*
Winter has a way of showing us where warmth is missing — and where it suddenly appears.
This month at **THE BEAR**, we explore the theme COLD: stories about distance and closeness, breaking the ice, emotional frost, quiet loneliness, or jumping into cold water — literally or metaphorically.
On stage, everyday people from Berlin share true, personal stories, told live and without notes. No acting. No fiction. Just real experiences, shared in a warm, cozy atmosphere.
You don’t need to know anyone.
You don’t need to be “into storytelling.”
**Just come, listen, and be part of the room.**
**🔥 What to expect**
• 8 short, true stories (about 5–7 minutes each)
• Live music throughout the night
• A relaxed, welcoming audience
• Laughter, honesty, and moments of quiet connection
**We start as strangers — and often leave feeling a little closer.**
**🎤 Want to tell a story?**
Anyone can put their name into our legendary hat. Names are drawn at random — courage counts more than experience. If you’d like feedback on your story beforehand, just write to us.
hello(at)thebear-storytelling.de
**💬 Language note**
Stories are told in English (and sometimes German).
**Everyone is welcome — listeners and storytellers alike.**
**If winter feels cold, let’s warm up together.**
**We’d love to have you there 🐻✨**
🎤 Open Stage · True personal stories (5 minutes)
🗓️ **Thursday, Feb 19, 2026 · 19:00**
📍 Theatre Pool, Berlin
👉 **[Tickets:](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/the-bear-berlin-presents-cold-stories-about-breaking-the-ice-tickets-1980509250482?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*1q61529*_up*MQ..*_ga*NzgxMjIwNDM3LjE3NjgzNDM1OTA.*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NjgzNDM1OTAkbzEkZzAkdDE3NjgzNDM1OTAkajYwJGwwJGgw)**[ €15–20 (sliding scale donation)](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/the-bear-berlin-presents-cold-stories-about-breaking-the-ice-tickets-1980509250482?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*1q61529*_up*MQ..*_ga*NzgxMjIwNDM3LjE3NjgzNDM1OTA.*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NjgzNDM1OTAkbzEkZzAkdDE3NjgzNDM1OTAkajYwJGwwJGgw)
## **Our Mission**
## *THE BEAR* **has grown into one of Berlin’s most beloved live storytelling events: a place where strangers become a community through the simple act of listening.**
Supported by: [THE BEAR e.V. ](https://deref-web.de/mail/client/3fe0d0dh9KM/dereferrer/?redirectUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fthebear-storytelling.us6.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Db5d7f087b587f8f081c447437%26id%3Dfc0e2d8df3%26e%3D711d4db9af), [Moving-Speaker.com](https://www.moving-speaker.com/), [Female Speaking Berlin](https://www.femalespeakingberlin.com/), and [Experience Berlin Youtube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/@Berlin-Videos).
PEACES: A framework for practical sustainanbility
**A practical approach to understanding, creating and maintaining balance across 6 dimensions of sustainability.**
A talk and workshop by Scott Bolden, co-founder of Baumhaus Berlin.
What does it mean to live a sustainable life while contributing to creating a sustainable society and world? What are some practical and effective ways in our daily life to achieve these objectives in the short and long term?
**PEACES is an acronym** describing six integrated areas of sustainability (**Personal, Ecologic, Aesthetic, Cultural, Economic & Social**) where we as individuals as well as organizations can have direct and positive impact on ourselves each other and the world right now.
During this short workshop, Scott will explain the framework and give practical examples in the context of how the framework applies to what happens in everyday life. Participants of all levels of experience are invited to join in the conversation and also identify some practical steps that they can start taking on their path towards living a sustainable life.
• Please arrive early enough to have time to explore and settle in so we can get the most out of our time together
• Bring a notebook and an open mind...
Workshop places are limited, please confirm participation with a short email to info@baumhausberlin.de with the subject: PEACES
Donate-as-you-feel after the workshop (includes coffee, tea & snacks)
We ask participants to consider:
• their personal budget
• the value of their experiences during the workshop in the Baumhaus
• the value of supporting the Baumhaus so that we can continue facilitating these and various other types of experiences
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support Baumhaus crowdfunding campaign ( https://www.goodcrowd.org/saving-das-baumhaus )
Baumhaus Berlin
Gerichtstr. 23 VH Eg
13347 Berlin
Active Flow
Active Flow is a dynamic Vinyasa-inspired practice that both challenges and energizes, while respecting the unique needs and limits of your body. Flow through strong, fluid sequences that build strength, balance, and flexibility, all guided by breath and mindful presence.
Each session creates space to connect body, mind, and soul, not only through movement, but also with moments of meditation and intentional stillness. You’ll leave feeling grounded, and spacious, never overwhelmed.
Open to all levels, with modifications and variations to suit your practice.
This class is held in English. Bring your own mat or use one of ours.
Agile Meetup@Deloitte Berlin
**Uncertain Times, Adaptive Teams**
What’s the next evolution of Agile?
Agile turns **25 years old in 2026**.
A quarter of a century after a small group of practitioners met in the late 90s to rethink how teams could work better, we once again find ourselves in a moment of profound change.
AI is reshaping roles.
Organizations expect clarity and measurable impact.
Teams are navigating increasing complexity and shifting expectations.
In many ways, it feels similar to the period just before the Agile Manifesto emerged – a time when people sensed that a new way of working was about to take shape.
So the question becomes:
**What could the next evolution of Agile look like?**
Let’s explore it together.
**What to expect**
Join us for an interactive Meetup that combines a short impulse with a collaborative **World Café**. Together, we will explore several potential future scenarios of Agile and reflect on the signals, patterns, and tensions we already see in our own environments.
🧩 **World Café Session**
Move through different tables, each focused on a possible future of Agile — from AI‑supported teamwork to post‑framework agility.
💡 **Fresh Insights**
Exchange experiences, challenges, observations, and emerging trends from your daily work.
🤝 **Co‑Creation Instead of Keynote**
This isn’t about presenting the “one right answer.” It’s about thinking together and shaping new perspectives.
**Who is this for?**
Anyone working with or around agility: Product Owners, Agile Coaches, Scrum Masters, leaders, transformation practitioners — or anyone curious about what might come next.
**Why join?**
Because 25 years after the Agile Manifesto, we may once again be standing at a moment where something new is beginning to emerge.
And in this Meetup, **you can be part of that exploration.**
📅 **Date:** 19.02.2026
⏰ **Time:** 6:15 PM
📍 **Location:** Deloitte Greenhouse, Kurfürstendamm 23, 10719 Berlin > Ground Floor > 6+7
🎤 **Hosts:** Alexander Ständert, Deloitte Consulting GmbH, Deloitte Agile Community
Seats are limited. Please register through the official Deloitte event page:
👉[Deloitte | Register ](https://cloud.marketing.deloitte.de/eventRegistration?eventname=Agile%20Meetup%20Feb%2026&locale=en)
We look forward to shaping the next chapter of Agile with you!
#Agile #FutureOfAgile #WorldCafe #AI #Adaptiveness #25YearsAgile #Meetup
Original Athens Pub Crawl
***Note:*** *We receive bookings from many different platforms, so you can expect a lively group with people joining from all over the world. When you join the **Original Athens Pub Crawl**, you’ll be part of a fun, social crowd ready to explore the city together.*
### Original Athens Pub Crawl – Explore Athens by Night:
Looking for the best way to experience Athens nightlife? The **Original Athens Pub Crawl** is the ultimate evening adventure for travelers who want to explore the city after dark, meet new people, and enjoy an unforgettable night out. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and groups, this crawl takes you through some of Athens’ most exciting nightlife districts, mixing popular venues with hidden local gems.
Led by friendly local hosts, you’ll discover Athens in a whole new light—through its buzzing atmosphere, music, and social energy. Expect a night filled with fun activities, interactive games, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow travelers from around the world.
Whether you’re here for one night or a full holiday, the Original Athens Pub Crawl guarantees a memorable evening of laughter, culture, and new friendships.
**Highlights:**
* Experience Athens nightlife with local hosts and fellow travelers
* Explore a mix of lively venues, social spots, and hidden gems
* Join fun games and activities that keep the energy going all night
* Meet new friends from across the globe in a relaxed, friendly setting
* A perfect choice for solo adventurers, groups of friends, or party lovers
Make your trip to Athens unforgettable—join the **Original Athens Pub Crawl** and dive into the city’s vibrant night scene!
Day Club! - Dance, Work, Socialize, Chill, Eat & Drink Healthy!
At night you can go to a night club. During the day it's time for Day Club!
Stop by Baumhaus between 13:00 and 20:00 to enjoy Day Club, a resonant way to spend time in a unique and inspiring atmosphere! The main room is an Open Greeting Zone where you can feel free to introduce yourself to anyone around and expect the same in return.
Get to know interesting people, get some work done or have a meeting in the quiet space, dance in the main room, prepare group meals in the kitchen, enjoy healthy drinks and snacks or feel free to bring your own.
No need to get drunk or hang out in a smokey room late at night to get your social fix or have some fun connecting with yourself and others. We will have great playlists and even some dj's, beat makers and other live artists from time to time.
There will also be free and donation based workshops for Day Clubbers. Feel free to suggest program and topics.
Entry - 10€ - 20€ pay for the value of your experience, not material stuff!
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Samurai Sword Fighting Trial Class - Katori Shinto-ryu Berlin
[*Registration form required below*] **Interested in Japanese sword fighting or Japanese culture? Come join a trial and experience the traditional Samurai art at Katori Shintō-ryū in Schöneberg.**
**Trial Fee**: **25€**/ session (2hr). Classes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 19:00 to 21:00.
**!!SIGN UP HERE**: [Katori Shinto-ryū Berlin Sign-up (google.com)](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBt4A13VgnEcgQQ2PDaruthmYMRWineG4KtUCKsuC9KBsCUQ/viewform) Registration is required before your participation so that we can prepare enough training equipment.
**Address**: Belziger Str. 25, 10823 Berlin.
**No previous experience required!** The classes are in English and German.
**Our website**: [Kenjutsu Berlin - Official school of Katori Shinto-ryu in Berlin (katoriberlin.org)](https://katoriberlin.org/)
**Katori Shintō-ryū** is one of the oldest Japanese sword fighting traditions (koryū) still practised today and is recognized by the Japanese government as a cultural intangeable asset. The school was founded in the middle of the 15th century by Iizasa Chōisai Ienao at the Katori Shrine (Katori jingū) and has become the origin of numerous other martial arts schools over the course of its almost 600-year history.
The training consists of the continuous repetition of fixed sequences of movements (kata) and includes the use of classic Japanese weapons such as the sword (iai-jutsu, battō-jutsu, ken-jutsu, ryōtō-jutsu, kodachi-jutsu), the long staff (bō-jutsu), the lance (naginata-jutsu) and the spear (sō-jutsu), as well as unarmed disciplines, tactics and spiritual aspects.
**The Katori Berlin dojo** is the only official shibu of Otake Nobutoshi-shihan’s dojo Shinbukan in Germany and fully dedicated to the transmission and study of one martial tradition: Tenshinshō-den Katori Shintō-ryū. Through these efforts we aim to contribute to the cultural preservation of this martial tradition. The dojo has one officially appointed shidosha.
**Our sensei**: Sebastian Graetz has been active in martial arts since 1997. After almost 15 years of taekwondo in Berlin, he started with Katori Shintō-ryū in Asia in 2014. Since then, he has studied in Japan with Ōtake Risuke-shihan and Ōtake Nobutoshi-shihan, and in Vietnam with Malte Stokhof-shihandai. In 2023, he received his Menkyo license and permission to set up a training group in Berlin the following year.
Creative Code Jam [NEW LOCATION @ MotionLab.Berlin]
**⭐ NOTE THE NEW LOCATION! ⭐**
The Creative Code Jam is a monthly gathering of artists, makers, designers, illustrators, coders, musicians, performers, learners and anyone interested in the use of computing skills for artistic expression. The event is free and open to all, regardless of age, origin, gender or experience. The jam is an opportunity to meet likeminded people and get creative together in a relaxed and safe environment. Beginners and first-timers should feel especially welcome!
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT?
**Bring a laptop** and/or anything you’d like to work on, whether it’s a personal project, an experiment, or a skill you want to learn. You can come with friends or meet new people here. There’s no set agenda: some people code, some sketch ideas, some collaborate, and others just chat and get inspired.
SCHEDULE
Doors open at noon, then we’ll have quick introductions so everyone can share what they’re planning to work on. Note: arriving on time is the best way to hear what others are up to ;) Around 6 pm, we gather to share what we’ve worked on during the day.
BEGINNERS WELCOME!
If you’re new to creative coding, we'll be happy to help you get started, and you can find beginner-friendly resources at [creativecode.berlin/learn](http://creativecode.berlin/learn).
THIS IS YOUR SPACE
We do our best to create a welcoming environment for all people regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. People from group generally underrepresented in open-source, art, and technology fields are warmly encouraged to come by. And if you know someone who might enjoy this meetup but isn’t sure it’s for them, let them know they’ll be welcome!
SAFE SPACE POLICY
We support the Berlin Code of Conduct:
https://berlincodeofconduct.org/
Please make sure you agree with its content.
ABOUT MotionLab.Berlin
MotionLab.Berlin is Germany’s premier Innovation Hub & Makerspace – an ecosystem for Hardtech, art, creativity, and entrepreneurship. They are an international community with access to state-of-the-art machinery, prototyping machines, coworking spaces, offices, and production facilities. More info: https://motionlab.berlin/
ACCESSIBILITY
MotionLab is located on the ground floor, with bathrooms on that same level, although unfortunately they are too small for wheelchairs.
FOOD
MotionLab has drinks and snacks for sale. Bio food can be found on LPG at Bouchéstr (\~200m). Their cantine has vegan, vegetarian and other food options until 8pm.
DO I NEED TO SPEAK GERMAN?
We speak mostly English so international guests are more than welcome! Our team also speaks French, Turkish, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Finnish and German... though language availability may vary depending on which organizers are present :)
CONTACT
Raphaël de Courville
team@creativecode.berlin
+49 176 700 70572
or get in touch via [creativecode.berlin](https://creativecode.berlin/)
berlinCreators Werkstattabend
Unser Verein berlinCreators e.V. trifft sich jeden Freitag ab 18 Uhr im Makerspace.
Wir haben Gruppen rund um Elektronik, 3D-Druck, Nähen, Programmieren, Retro Computer. Egal ob Anfänger oder Profi – hier seid Ihr Willkommen. Ihr könnt mit anderen fachsimpeln, Euch inspirieren lassen oder auch mit unserer Hilfe Eure ersten Projekte starten.
Wenn Ihr Euch bei uns wohlfühlt und Mitglieder bei den berlinCreators werden möchtest, freuen wir uns.
Kommt vorbei, lernt den Space, uns und die Möglichkeiten kennen.
Perfect Match: Colour Theory & Practice Workshop
How do you mix the "right" color? In this workshop, you'll learn the basics of color theory. We'll create an abstract painting and learn how colors interact, harmonize, and contrast with each other. Special emphasis will be placed on color mixing. You'll receive plenty of tips and tricks!
All materials and refreshments are included.
Course fee: €59.00
Please register via email to **mail@kunstraum-heartspace.de**
See you there 🎨
Build & Learn: Data Science with Coffee [Cohort 6 Image Processing]
📅 **Week 5 Focus: Creating Flash Cards**
Each 7-week cycle focuses on a small, well-defined part of a larger system—and over time, these cycles build toward a complete, real-world project
Feel free to join at any week and we will catch you up. There is no need to be at the beginning of the cohort to build. Complete beginners welcomed!
📌 By the End of a Full Cycle, You should Have
🎯 A working project in your own GitHub repo
🎯 A small but real portfolio piece you can demo or write about
🧠 **Current Project**
This cycle’s shared project is an **image-based knowledge extraction system**.
In Week 4, we tried **LLM-based APIs** to extract structured information from images.
**In** **Week 5** we will systematically converting segmented images and extracted text into standardized flashcards — padding, resizing, formatting, and preparing them for print.
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**👋 Who Is This For?**
🔹 Beginners who learn best by doing — no prior experience needed
🔹 Career switchers from product, engineering, design, marketing, or other fields who want to break into data
🔹 Analysts, engineers, and PMs looking to sharpen their skills or build real-world projects
🔹 Data professionals who want a creative playground outside of work
🔹 Anyone with big questions and a love for learning through experimentation
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**BUILD. LEARN. EXPERIMENT. OVER COFFEE.**
Come hang out, meet like-minded people, and work on something fun.
📍 Based in Berlin – in-person meetups only (for now!)
💻 Laptops + ☕ highly encouraged
Join our Discord → [https://discord.gg/dPnmzcCP8w](https://discord.gg/dPnmzcCP8w)
Check out our program resources: [Google Drive](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/15DmZqD4bLBk2vU4zpvh1HiB3_5n09v-q?usp=sharing)
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✨ Who’s Hosting?
I’m Lindsey, a senior data scientist working on AI, causal inference, and data products. I’ve built models for fraud detection, uplift modeling, and LLM-based systems. I am always open to suggestion for different format for this meetup.
Lean Coffee for Managers & Leaders
Join us for an upcoming in-person Lean Coffee meetup. Lean Coffee is a lightly-structured meeting format where the attendees create the agenda.
Bring your management challenges; whether you're managing people, products, processes or beyond, and solve them together with peers from a diverse set of backgrounds.
This event is great for anybody trying to create better ways of working and wants to share with + learn from others trying to do the same.
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Industry Tech Talk + Q&A
Excited to share that AWS Cloud Club's first meeting will take place on Thursday, February 26th at 5pm - 6pm!
We’re collaborating with [Big Data & Analytics Association](https://www.linkedin.com/company/big-data-analytics-association/) to host [Alok Jha](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alok-jha-42abb928/), Head of Product Management for AWS Intelligent Application Protection at Amazon Web Services, for a tech talk + Q&A on his journey in leading cutting-edge innovation in industry.
If you’re interested in cloud, cybersecurity, AI, or product management, this is a session you won’t want to miss.
Make sure to join our Meetup and GroupMe to stay up to date for future events and collabs!
Speak Easy (Storytelling)
The topic for February is "Transitions"
Speak Easy: true stories, told live.
The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast.
Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect.
The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!
Agile Coaching Circle -- IN-PERSON
Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to:
* develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment
* share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other
* learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas
Turning Rentals Into Income: How Investors Pay Off Properties Faster
#### Turning Rentals Into Income: How Investors Pay Off Properties Faster
#### **Featuring Guest Speaker: John Blackburn**
**👉 Get your FREE TICKET [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/turning-rentals-into-income-how-investors-pay-off-properties-faster-tickets-1980492192461?aff=cicmeetupapp)**
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A lot of people get into real estate because they want freedom.
Then they buy a rental…and realize most of the rent goes straight to the bank.
They technically own property, but the mortgage controls the income. And waiting 30 years for properties to be paid off doesn’t feel realistic.
This meetup is about understanding a different way to think about rental properties… one that focuses on paying them off sooner so the income is actually usable.
**Featured Guest Speaker: John Blackburn**
We’re excited to welcome John Blackburn as our guest speaker for this event.
John has been actively investing in real estate since 2006 and has:
* Been involved in **5,000+ real estate transactions**
* Helped investors **acquire over $150 million in rental property**
* **Raised more than $100 million** in private capital
John didn’t start with family money or shortcuts. He built his portfolio by focusing on clear systems, real numbers, and long-term strategy.
For this meetup, John will walk through how investors shift their focus from simply owning rentals to building properties that eventually pay them…without a mortgage attached.
**What You’ll Learn**
John will break down, in simple terms:
* Why most rental properties don’t produce much usable income early on
* Why buying more rentals isn’t always the answer
* How investors structure their properties to pay off mortgages in a fraction of the time
* How properties can work together to eliminate debt faster
* What changes once rentals become free and clear
This approach is often referred to as an accelerated paydown strategy — using rental income intentionally to reduce debt sooner, rather than waiting decades for mortgages to run their course.
John will also share a simple calculator you can use to see how this works with real numbers and realistic scenarios.
**The Core Idea**
When a rental has a mortgage, the rent has one job: **pay the bank.**
When a rental is paid off, the rent has a different job: **pay you.**
Most people only see one timeline…30 years.
This session shows how investors shorten that timeline and gradually increase their income as properties become free and clear.
**Who This Event Is For**
This event is for people who want more than just “owning rentals” on paper.
* Rental owners who are tired of most of the rent going to the bank and want a clearer path to real, usable income
* New investors who want to understand how rental properties actually build wealth over time before jumping in
* People with capital who want to invest in real estate with intention and a long-term plan
* Anyone serious about freedom and curious how rental properties transition from debt-heavy assets into income-producing ones
**Event Details**
**Location:** Ohio Brewing Company - 421 E 2nd Ave, Columbus, OH 43201
**Date & Time:** January 25th, 6–8 PM (Doors open at 5:30)
**Cost:** Free (Seats are limited - RSVP required)
**👉 Get your FREE TICKET [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/turning-rentals-into-income-how-investors-pay-off-properties-faster-tickets-1980492192461?aff=cicmeetupapp)**
If you’ve ever wondered how rental properties actually turn into freedom —this is the room to be in.
Quarterly Community Gathering
Join the Columbus AI community for our quarterly gathering — a casual, community-focused evening where everyone has a chance to share, learn, and connect. These open mic–style events give anyone in the community up to **5 minutes** to present a project, share a tool, pose a question, or offer a perspective on the evolving AI space.
No slides required — just a welcoming space to exchange ideas and keep the local AI conversation moving.
If you’d like to take the stage, message **Chris (the organizer)** with a **title and short description** of what you’d like to share.
Whether you’re 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)
Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit - Barret Blake
**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**
*Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit: From Intent to Implementation*
Spec-driven development flips the traditional workflow on its head: instead of code being the source of truth, the specification becomes the backbone of design, collaboration, and delivery. In this session, we’ll explore how GitHub Spec-Kit enables teams to treat specifications as first-class artifacts—living documents that drive architecture, implementation, and verification.
You’ll learn how Spec-Kit helps teams clearly express intent using structured, version-controlled specs that live alongside code. We’ll walk through a practical workflow that starts with defining system behavior and constraints, then progressively refines those specs into testable, automatable outcomes. Along the way, we’ll show how specs can reduce ambiguity, improve cross-functional collaboration, and make design decisions explicit before a single line of production code is written.
This talk will cover:
--What spec-driven development is (and what it isn’t)
--How GitHub Spec-Kit fits into modern developer workflows
--Using specs to align product, engineering, and AI-assisted development
--Real-world examples of turning specs into implementations with confidence
Whether you’re building greenfield systems, integrating AI into your stack, or trying to reduce costly rework, spec-driven development offers a scalable way to move faster without sacrificing clarity. Attendees will leave with concrete patterns and a clear mental model for adopting GitHub Spec-Kit in their own projects.
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