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BrowserStack QA In-person Meetup Toronto - March
**Join us for our QA meetup of the BrowserStack Meetup group Toronto.**
**Session 1 :** **Next-Generation Airline Loyalty & Payment Ecosystem** by **Arin Goswami**
Senior Manager, Customer Experience System Development, IT-Porter Airlines
**Session 2 : Testing AI-Driven Customer Resolution Systems: A QA Perspective** by **Wasana Panagoda**
QA Team Lead at Porter Airlines
**Date & Time - June 10th, 6:00 PM**
**Few notes:**
**🔹 This will be an In-person event**
**Mark your calendars and reserve your spot now! We can't wait to see you there!**
**Note- RSVP doesn't confirm your seat, We will be sending the confirmation email one day prior to the Meetup to confirm your seat.**
**" Want to stay connected with the QA community beyond the meetup? Join our BrowserStack Discord Server to get updates, continue discussions, and network with fellow QA professionals. Don't miss out—be part of the conversation! "**
**[Click here to join our BrowserStack Discord Server](https://www.browserstack.com/discord?utm_source=landingpage&utm_medium=website&utm_platform=&utm_content=communityengagement&utm_campaign=Meetup-pro-members&utm_campaigncode=701OW00000JSpvzYAD&utm_term=Meetup-landing-page-invite)**
🌈🎤 TITANIUM: STRONG TOGETHER — A PRIDE CONCERT WITH TEMPO CHORUS 🎤🌈
# 🌈🎤 TITANIUM: STRONG TOGETHER — A PRIDE CONCERT WITH TEMPO CHORUS 🎤🌈
Two nights of epic Pride anthems, powerful vocals, and unapologetic queer joy at Hugh's Room Live.
I’ll once again be performing with Tempo Chorus in our brand-new Pride concert: **Titanium: Strong Together** — happening June 9 & 10!
TEMPO is one of Toronto’s boldest, funniest, and most entertaining queer choirs — blending pop music, musical theatre, powerhouse vocals, camp, heart, and unexpected twists into a show that feels more like a full experience than a traditional concert. 🎭✨
Think:
🎤 Contemporary hits
🌈 Pride energy
🔥 Big emotions
😂 A little chaos
💎 And a whole lot of heart
This is not a quiet sit-politely kind of choir concert.
It’s vibrant. Emotional. Funny. Joyful.
And honestly? A really beautiful room to be in right now.
If you love music, community, and nights that leave you feeling lifted up — this is the show. 💫
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🎄 **Meetup Time:** 7:15pm
🎅 **Doors Open:** 7:30pm
✨ **Show Starts:** 8:00pm
⏱️ **Run Time:** 90 minutes
🎟️ **Cost:** $28.25 — **Don’t wait! TEMPO shows have been SELLING OUT!**
📍 **Venue:** Hugh’s Room
🎫 **Tickets:** *[Click Here!](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/titanium-strong-together-tickets-1988709552807?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=1ecdf72a8997081135754a34298e7b71731376962644257c83aabdc11a48d799f84b25533bd4dc4ba309d21263e97388418eb47b3b81dba57eea00bbe733432bfc1eab04585bb785a188f0c16b)*
📲 **Join Our WhatsApp Group:**[ Click here to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRFTkxRlHS4B3IL1lMleUd)
**Meetup Fee:** None! All proceeds go directly to supporting TEMPO’s amazing work. ❤️
**Meetup Spot:** More details coming soon!
**Intermission:** Yes!
📅 Can’t make this show? There’s another one the following day — but this is the night our Meetup Group is attending together.
🍻 **No outing after the show** — we’ll keep the magic in the moment.
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🎄 **PLEASE NOTE:**
• Tickets **must be purchased before signing up**.
• Seats **cannot** be saved for late arrivals.
• You can still sign up or show up on the day of if you're unsure — just grab your ticket first! 🎟️✨
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💛 **This group is for everyone** — single, not single, social butterflies or shy newcomers.
We host **movies, walks, hikes, arts & culture outings, restaurants, and more**.
It’s all about *community, connection, and shared experiences.* 🌟
I can’t wait to see you there — let’s make this holiday season sparkle together! 🎄✨🎶
If you need to reach me, message me on the event wall or email: **torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com**
Founders, Investors & Talent Networking Mixer | Toronto
Join founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in Toronto.**
Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment.
**RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-networking-toronto-founders-investors-talent-mixer-tickets-1987710363204?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)**
**Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.**
**💡 Why This Event Is Different**
Most networking events end with exchanged LinkedIn profiles.
This one focuses on real conversations and real opportunities.
We bring together founders, investors, engineers, operators and talent in a curated environment designed to create meaningful connections.
Through interactive networking rounds, open conversations and pitch opportunities, participants can share challenges, exchange insights and build relationships that last beyond the event.
**🤝 What to Expect**
* **Interactive Networking**
Structured networking rounds where participants briefly introduce themselves, share current challenges and explore collaboration opportunities.
* **Talent Corner**
Recruiters and hiring managers can briefly share open positions, while engineers and operators can introduce their skills and interests.
* **Startup Conversations**
Open discussions about fundraising, product development, growth and startup challenges.
**👥 Who Should Attend**
• Startup founders
• Investors and angels
• Engineers and builders
• Operators and product managers
• Recruiters and HR professionals
• Sales and business development professionals
• Job seekers interested in startups
• Newcomers to the Toronto tech ecosystem
Learn Cha Cha Cha - Social Style
Cha Cha Cha Dance Meetup 💃
Wednesdays | 6:30 PM
Mississauga Studio
All levels welcome. Learn from a professional, certified teacher and enjoy a fun, social dance experience.
Language Exchange & Social Event @ Madison Ave Pub by Toronto Babel
We’re back for another night of great conversation, community, and global connections. Whether you want to practice English, learn a new language, or simply make new friends from around the world, this is the place to be!
✨ **What to Expect:**
✅ Language Exchange 💬 – chat in French, Spanish, Korean, Japanese, and more!
✅ Live Music & Resident DJ 🎵 – groove while you mingle
✅ Fun Board Games 🎲 – challenge a new friend
✅ Arts & Crafts 🎨 – get creative
✅ Make New Friends 🗣️ – the more, the merrier!
📍 14 Madison Ave, Toronto, ON M5R 2S1
🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Come solo or bring a friend—either way, you’ll leave with new connections, good laughs, and even better vibes 💬✨🫶
💵 $5 Entry Fee at the Door
This helps cover meetup essentials like games, name tags, stickers, and all the little things that make our events magical ✨
**CONTACT:** Terry (Organizer)
📲 E-transfer also available: tmg8@wealthsimple.me
🔗 Meetup: [https://www.meetup.com/TorontoBabel](https://www.meetup.com/TorontoBabel)
📘 Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/torontobabel](https://www.facebook.com/groups/torontobabel)
💬 WhatsApp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/EYMdUw8XaxE5irFSNg5bt7](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EYMdUw8XaxE5irFSNg5bt7)
📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/t.o.babel](https://www.instagram.com/t.o.babel)
👉 Check out our calendar to see what other events we have coming up and to RSVP:
[https://www.meetup.com/TorontoBabel/#calendar](https://www.meetup.com/TorontoBabel/#calendar)
**Note:** Toronto Babel is a friendly, welcoming, and safe space for all attendees. This is a language-focused event and not a dating or matchmaking event. Any form of harassment or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. If you experience or witness any issues, please inform one of the organizers.
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"WERE NOT REALLY STRANGERS"~ CONVERSATION GAME ~FREE: DRINK/FOOD/FUN & HOST
Deeper Connections Disguised as Game Night \| Skip Small talk\. Start Playing\! \| Facilitated Games & "Cards FOR Humanity " Play \#1 Card Game\!
#### **😍 Deeper Connections *Disguised* as a Conversation Game Night \~ Curated Community**
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5️⃣ **Welcome to "Wildcard Wednesdays!"** *Inspired by "Timeleft"* we also curate tables of 5+ people based on your **"Play Personality**" a quiz we created exclusively for our events = Intimate Experience & every week is different depending on the group & games.
🎲 **Board Game ForePlay!** \~ "Choose your own Adventure" **100+ Games** Collection \~ Something for Everyone! Connect based on our different themes
***🃏 BYOB \~ Welcome to Bring your own Board Games/convo cards/tarot deck & Booze***🍺🍹
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### **🤗 WHO IS THIS EVENT FOR?...EVERYONE! :)**
* 👩❤️👨 **SINGLES** & Looking to Mingle? Curated Games "Slow Connection" vs "speed dating"
* 🙋♀️🙋🏽 **FRIENDS/FAMILY** \~ Fun way to reconnect & deepen friendships in a playful way
* 💝 **COUPLES:** New Date Nights vs "Netflix & Chill" Learn something new about your boo
* **🌈 ALL-INCLUSIVE \~** Including (& not limited to) LGBTQ2S+ & BIPOC & All Ages/Abilities)
Python Toronto June Meetup: June 10 at Fulfil
Python Toronto is back! Join us for our June meetup at **Fulfil**, hosted in the Industrious common area at **30 Adelaide Street East (near Yonge/Adelaide)** on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 6:00pm!
If you are interested in giving a talk, we'd love to have you! Please fill out this form – [Submit a Python Toronto talk](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpNKB0Sbs893xp72M4TxmYGrTyLm4Nh1SSXnCqChP9mx6_9A/viewform?usp=header)! Talks are typically short, typically 5 to 10 minutes, and up to 20 minutes if you've really got something to say, and on any topic that would be interesting to a room of Python people. This can be a Python library that has helped you, a research paper you've enjoyed, or an interesting application of AI.
The Python meetup is a casual, community-oriented meetup hosted by companies that use Python in Toronto. Talks are short, informal, and sometimes ad-hoc.
Space is limited! Register now to hold your spot.
**When / Where**
* When: June 10, 2026, 6:00pm to 8:30pm.
* Where: Fulfil - Industrious common area, 30 Adelaide Street East, Toronto, ON (near Yonge/Adelaide)
Come early to enjoy snacks and drinks provided.
**Code of Conduct**
Python Toronto is dedicated to providing a welcoming, harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), or technology choices. We do not tolerate harassment of any form. Sexual language and imagery is not appropriate for this venue, including talks, workshops, parties, Twitter and other online media. Meetup participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the meetup (without a refund where applicable) at the discretion of the meetup organizers. Please email elaine@eswong.ca to report any issues.
Social Software Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Toronto Tech Mixer and Social (Tech / AI / Data / IT) ✨
Whether you're a seasoned tech veteran or just starting out, let's create the ideal afterwork place to meet and chill with other workers in tech - find that new job, expand your network, share ideas, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the industry. Let's inspire, innovate, and shape the future of technology in Toronto!
Tech, AI, Data, IT, and more \~
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### Event Details
💰 Cost: $5 (Online only, no tickets at door)
🍺🥃 Afterwork drinks and social
📍 The Goodman Pub and Kitchen (Inside, or ask for Tech Social) - 207 Queens Quay W
🕕 6:00pm onwards every Friday
**Or RSVP on the website for our Discord / WhatsApp communities, and to see who else is going and what their backgrounds/seniority/interests are:**
🔗 [Link to Website](https://techsocialtoronto.com/event/meetup)
If you cannot find us, ask staff about Tech Social, or ask in the WhatsApp community above.
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### Who Should Attend?
Perfect for **Toronto tech professionals** including:
* **Software Developers & Engineers** (Python, JavaScript, Java, C++, React, Node.js)
* **Data Scientists & Analysts** (Machine Learning, AI, Data Visualization, SQL)
* **Cybersecurity Professionals** (InfoSec, Ethical Hacking, Cloud Security)
* **Product Managers & Tech Entrepreneurs**
* **Students & Tech Graduates** looking to break into tech
* **Career Changers** entering tech industry
* **Remote Workers & Digital Nomads** in Toronto
* **Startup Employees & Entrepreneurs**
* **Digital Marketing & Product Professionals**
* **Senior Engineers** looking to mentor and network
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### What You'll Experience
* 🤝 **Network with Toronto tech community**
* 💼 **Job opportunities** and referrals from peers
* 🚀 **Career acceleration** through peer networking
* 🎯 **Skill sharing** and tech discussions
* 🧠 **Knowledge sharing** on latest tech trends
* 🎉 **Social activities** and games
* 🧠 **Learn from peers** about real-world challenges
* 🚀 **Collaborate** on projects and ideas
* 🎯 **Mentorship connections** (both ways!)
* 🍻 **Fun, casual atmosphere** \- no matter your seniority level
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### Event Guidelines
* Support the venue by purchasing drinks/food (no outside items allowed)
* Maintain appropriate behavior and respect for all attendees
* Bring physical ID if required by venue (call ahead to confirm)
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Vibe Coding the Platform: Agentic DevOps with Claude Code & Codex
LLM chat was the warm-up.
Ask a question. Copy. Paste. Tweak.
Useful — but capped.
The real shift is agentic DevOps workflows using tools like Claude Code and the OpenAI Codex App — systems that can reason across repositories, plan multi-step changes, modify infrastructure, and operate closer to how real engineers build.
This session is both 101 and 201.
If you’re new to agentic tooling, you’ll understand what’s fundamentally different from chat-based usage.
If you’re already experimenting, you’ll leave with practical agentic patterns for workflow design, context control, infrastructure changes, and avoiding unstructured vibe coding.
Not using agentic tooling in DevOps today is starting to feel like refusing to use the internet in 2003.
This isn’t about hype.
It’s about leverage.
It’s a great time to be a builder — if you build with agents.
*Come at 5:30 pm have some pizza and chat for a bit. The presentation starts at 6:00 pm.*
KSUG.AI x Agentic DevOps with Claude Code & Codex - Jun 11 2026
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This session is designed for both beginners and practitioners.
You’ll walk away with practical patterns for:
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Honestly, not using agentic tooling in DevOps today is starting to feel a bit like refusing to use the internet in 2003.
This isn’t about hype.
It’s about leverage.
And it’s an incredible time to be a builder — especially if you build with agents.
🍕 Come by at 5:30 PM for pizza and chats.
🎤 Presentation starts at 6:00 PM.
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Speaking English language class with Certified Award-Winning teacher@Madison Pub
SPACE IS LIMITED! This is a much smaller class than our 7:30 pm event and we can only accept a limited number of students.
Key areas of focus: Practicing oral communication (speaking languages), for conversations, presentations, interviews and job skills
Schedule:
1. 6:30 - 7:15 pm : 45 -minute language conversation class with certified award-winning language teacher John Dias.
2. Language exchange social (7:30 - 11 pm): includes Free access to the Toronto's BIGGEST Language Party and Social Party also in the Madison Pub led by teacher John Dias (same location)
**Cost: just $ 5 while we have this promo.**
**PROMO (Limited Time): $5 fee will give you access to both events (usual rate: $15 total)**
Feel free to message us if you have any questions!
Make Friends at a Cafe - Good Chats App BETA
**GoodChats.**
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**Newest Way to Make Friends in Toronto!**
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Ever walked into a coffee shop and wished you knew the people around you?
That’s exactly what GoodChats is for.
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Our Coffee Chat events are designed to make meeting new people feel natural — no awkward intros, no swiping, no pressure. Just real conversations with people who already share your interests.
**How it works:**
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**1) Sign up on iOS or Android**
Download the GoodChats app to get started.
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Use the code **COFFEE** to sign-up for the invite-only app today!
[https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp](https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp)
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**2) Start a chat about what you like**
Talk about anything you’re into — hobbies, ideas, random thoughts. The app builds your profile based on what you actually care about.
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**3) Join a Coffee Chat**
We match you with a small group of people who share similar interests and invite you to a local coffee shop meetup.
That’s it — just show up, grab a drink, and talk.
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**What to expect:**
* Small groups (so it’s actually easy to connect)
* Weekly events at local coffee shops
* A relaxed, low-pressure environment
* People you’re genuinely likely to vibe with
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**Good to know:**
* Events are **completely free**
* All event details and invites are inside the GoodChats app
* We’re currently in **beta**, with new Coffee Chats happening every week
Use the code **COFFEE** to sign-up for the invite-only app today!
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If you’ve ever wanted meeting new people to feel easier (and more real)…
this is for you.
Social Software Events Near You
Connect with your local Social Software community
QA or The Highway 2026
QA or the Highway is a one-day, affordable, regional, professional conference featuring real-world experience and thought leadership in the QA and testing industry.
This is a ticketed event please register here:
https://www.qaorthehwy.com/
Featured Keynote Speakers:
**Matthew-Hope Eland** **(Wizard at Leading EDJE)** \- An AI Specialist and Wizard at Leading EDJE who is known to teach software engineering\, AI\, and data science concepts in the most ridiculous ways possible\. Matt has used machine learning to settle debates over whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie\, reinforcement learning to drive the behavior of digital squirrels\, data analytics to suggest improvements to his favorite TV show\, and AI agents to play board games and create an AI agent with the personality of a dog\. Matt is the author of "Data Science in \.NET with Polyglot Notebooks" and "Refactoring with C\#" as well as several LinkedIn Learning courses\. Matt helps organize the Central Ohio \.NET Developer Group\, runs several blogs and a YouTube channel\, has a Master’s of Science in Data Analytics\, and is a current Microsoft MVP in AI and \.NET\.
**Tatyana Arbouzova** **(CEO at Innovate QA)** \- Tatyana Arbouzova is an engineering and business leader with a strong background in Quality Engineering across multiple industries\, including Big Tech\, Healthcare\, and Entertainment\. She has held leadership roles at world\-class companies such as Microsoft\, VMware\, Disney\, and The Pokémon Company International\, where she focused on building quality\-driven cultures and scaling teams to deliver high\-impact products\. With decades of experience\, Tatyana has helped organizations transform their quality practices so teams can deliver software efficiently\, confidently\, and with measurable business outcomes\. Today\, Tatyana advises software companies on adopting AI to optimize quality practices and improve how software is delivered at scale\. She is also a passionate community builder and the founder of Innovate QA\, a thriving Seattle\-based community and conference for quality professionals\.
Battle of the personal agents
Join the Columbus AI community for a special event.
**Battle of the Personal Agents** is your chance to see what people are actually building with AI agents and personal automation systems. Whether you’re running OpenClaw, Hermes, or a completely custom solution, bring your agent and show the community how it works.
We’re interested in real-world implementations: the problems your agent solves, how you use it day-to-day, how it’s hosted and managed, how you built it, and why you’ve chosen to keep using it. Live demonstrations are encouraged, so be prepared to show your code, architecture, workflows, and your agent performing real tasks.
This is less about polished presentations and more about sharing practical experience, comparing approaches, and learning from one another. If you’d like to present, please contact Chris Slee (via meetup) before the event so we can allocate enough time for everyone’s demonstrations.
Come ready to show what you’ve built, discover what others are doing, and maybe find a few ideas worth taking home.
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.linkedin.com/company/transformlabs/)
Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/transformlabshq)
Data & Analytics Wednesday - Finding Product Insights
**The Behavior Gap: Where Products Win or Lose**
Teams today have more data than ever, and yet many still struggle to understand why customers adopt, engage with, or abandon their products. Teams sprint, ship faster, and chase more signals… all while metrics stall and confidence drops. The missing piece isn’t more data. It’s often the behavioral insight between the metrics, explaining why the numbers move in the first place. Dashboards can tell you what customers did, but understanding why they did it (and how to influence what they do next) requires a deeper blend of insights. This session is about closing that gap.
Drawing from real-world experience designing and scaling products as [ZoCo Design](https://zocodesign.com/)’s CEO, [Lacey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) will share how to cut through the noise and identify the insights that actually change behavior—moving people, and moving metrics. You’ll learn:
* Why understanding customer behavior is a quant and qual challenge
* How to spot the signals that actually predict behavior change
* Where AI accelerates insight, and where it creates distraction
* How to get meaningfully closer to customers, without adding more tools
This talk reframes how to evaluate performance and identify what levers actually improve it, helping your team to make smarter bets with greater confidence. Every meaningful outcome is driven by behavior change. And when you know how to design for behavior, you stop guessing, and start building things that work.
**About Our Speaker**
[Lacey Picazo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) is the Founder and CEO of ZoCo, a healthcare product studio that turns complex, high-stakes ideas into products that drive real-world adoption. She partners with healthcare organizations to uncover critical care delivery insights, focus product strategy through behavior design, and build solutions that patients and providers actually use.
Thanks to our 2026 sponsors:
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More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)
Your Summer Social Life Starts Here 🍻🎳 🍻 20% Off for NEW Bowlers!
🎳 **Summer Fun Starts on the Lanes! 20% off for NEW bowlers!**
The 6-week summer social bowling league is here - cold drinks, fun times, and new friends await on the lanes! Whether you're looking to meet new people, unwind after work, or just have a fun weekly outing, this league is for everyone.
Social vibes, happy hour energy, and plenty of chances to connect with others. No matter your skill level, this league is all about having fun and meeting awesome people. ;)
**🗓 Thursday nights \|📍 AMF Sawmill Lanes \| 💵 $74 *(while Early Bird is active)***
**🚨New to the league?** Use discount code (**MUSU26**) for 20% off - $59.20 *during **Early Bird***
**💻 League Info & Registration**: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling
**Why Join?**
🎉 It’s only 6 weeks - perfect for a low-commitment social plan
🍻 Great mix of people in their 20s, 30s, & 40s, plus post-game hangs at the bar
🎳 Zero pressure - gutter balls totally welcome!
👕 Free league shirt if you sign up early
🧠 Weekly trivia w/ prizes
💬 Super social - join solo or w/ friends!
**Want in?**
Join our Meetup team Gutter Dusters 👉 **Click here to join** https://tinyurl.com/2d5y52vq
Or start a team of your own with a few friends - we’ll all be hanging out either way!
📅 League Dates (Thursday nights): June 25, July 2, July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30
***(The MeetUp event date is deadline to register for the league.)***
**Cost & What’s Included:**
✔ $74 **Early Bird** registration - **New bowler? Get 20% off w/ code: MUSU26**
✔ 6 weeks of bowling (1–3 games/week)
✔ Shoe rentals & full league setup
✔ Trivia, prizes, and great people
👉 **Sign up now:**
💻League Info & Registration: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling
🤑New bowlers use code MUSU26 to save 20%
📸 Follow the fun on Instagram: https://bit.ly/BowlingLeague-IG
📩 Questions? Contact the league: http://bit.ly/2nKHno7
Spots are filling fast – don’t miss out on the fun times!
Columbus Code & Coffee 87 @ 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!
Microsoft Build //localhost:louisville
On Thursday, June 18, 2026, we will meet in the 700N Conference Room at 700 N Hurstbourne Pkwy for a special Louisville .NET Meetup as we host **Microsoft Build //localhost:louisville**. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., and the presentation will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. TEKsystems will provide food, so please RSVP to help us plan appropriately.
The session will also be streamed at **[https://twitch.tv/TaleLearnCode](https://twitch.tv/TaleLearnCode)**.
This month, we’ll dive into the most important announcements from **Microsoft Build 2026**. Chad Green will present a curated, developer‑focused walkthrough of the new capabilities across .NET, Azure, AI, developer tooling, and platform updates. We’ll explore what these announcements mean for architects and developers, how they fit into real‑world solutions, and which changes you can start applying immediately in your projects.
**Important:** To participate fully, please RSVP in **both** places:
* **Louisville .NET Meetup** (this page)
* **Microsoft Build //localhost:louisville registration**: [https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27112/](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27112/)
After the session, we’ll head to Brick House Tavern to continue the conversation over food and drinks.
Smart Search + AI: An Outcome-Driven Journey from IDP to a Suite of AI
Over a billion documents processed. Millions of Veterans impacted. Hundreds of thousands of employee hours saved. Faster decisions. Greater accuracy. More benefits in the hands of our disabled Veterans.
We created Smart Search, the world’s largest consumer of Amazon Textract, right when GenAI began reshaping what’s possible. Since then, we’ve built a suite of AI‑driven solutions that transform this data into real, measurable outcomes—accelerating benefits decisions for our Nation’s Veterans.
Join us for a focused conversation on how an outcome‑driven approach to AI is helping us boost accuracy, streamline workflows, and deliver faster results for those who have served.
This is a follow up to the AWS re:Invent 2023 "Intelligent Document Processing with Gen AI for Public Sector" presentation.
About Speaker: Cameron Williams is a Senior Technical Project Manager and cross-functional technical leader at Booz Allen Hamilton with 15+ years of experience architecting and evolving scalable, cloud-native systems, from greenfield development to complex enterprise modernization. https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronw711/
**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






















