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Social Software Events Today
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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.*
Social - BOSTON PIZZA - MEN & WOMEN + NEW Game Night!
Hi Everyone,
Join Us for a Fun & Friendly Social Night
**PLEASE READ FULL DETAILS**
You’re invited to our monthly social evening a relaxed, welcoming space to enjoy great conversation, connect with familiar faces, and meet new people in your community.
This event is all about having fun, seeing the regulars, meeting your neighbours, and building genuine friendships. It’s a chance to step out, reduce stress, and enjoy a positive atmosphere that supports connection and well-being.
**Important Reminder:**
This is strictly a social gathering no networking or business promotion allowed. Please keep conversations uplifting, engaging, and friendly. The goal is simple: connection and community.
***
### NEW ADDITION: Game Night After Dinner!
Starting every month, we’re adding a casual Game Night following dinner!
You’re welcome to join us for dinner, stay for a relaxed game night, or enjoy both. There’s no pressure to participate feel free to play, cheer others on, or simply sit back and enjoy the atmosphere.
Please note:
* This is **not** a free event or a drop-in game night only.
* You must purchase a meal to participate.
* The dinner portion remains the core of the event.
* Your meal must be paid prior to starting the games.
* ***Members who do not purchase a meal will not be eligible to attend future events.***
**Game Time:** 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Bring a deck of cards or your favourite board game.
**Fun, light-hearted suggestions:**
* Cribbage
* Euchre
* Uno
* Skip-Bo
* Rummikub
* Scrabble
* Yahtzee
This is meant to be enjoyable and relaxed not competitive. No gambling permitted. Just good laughs and friendly fun.
### Event Details
**What:** Social Gathering (Every 2nd Thursday of the Month)
**Where:** Boston Pizza
2915 Eglinton Ave West, Mississauga, ON L5M 6J3
**Date:** Thursday, June 11, 2026
**Time:** 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Dinner)
**Game Night:** 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM
**Attendance:**
If you are unable to attend, please update your RSVP as seating is limited.
***
### Disclaimer
I, Patricia Lavigne, am not responsible for any food, beverages, bills, or gratuities. All restaurant-related services and payments are handled directly with Boston Pizza. Please ensure you finalize your bill with your server before leaving.
Come out and join me — it will be wonderful to see you in person!
Looking forward to a great evening together.
Patricia Lavigne
www.patricia-lavigne.com
416-312-6983
KSUG.AI x Agentic DevOps with Claude Code & Codex - Jun 11 2026
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The real shift is happening with 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 much closer to how real engineers actually build.
This session is designed for both beginners and practitioners.
You’ll walk away with practical patterns for:
• workflow design
• context management
• infrastructure changes
• reducing unstructured “vibe coding”
• building more reliable AI-assisted engineering workflows
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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Social - BOSTON PIZZA - MEN AND WOMEN+ NEW Game Night!
Hi Everyone,
Join Us for a Fun & Friendly Social Night
**PLEASE READ FULL DETAILS**
You’re invited to our monthly social evening a relaxed, welcoming space to enjoy great conversation, connect with familiar faces, and meet new people in your community.
This event is all about having fun, seeing the regulars, meeting your neighbours, and building genuine friendships. It’s a chance to step out, reduce stress, and enjoy a positive atmosphere that supports connection and well-being.
**Important Reminder:**
This is strictly a social gathering no networking or business promotion allowed. Please keep conversations uplifting, engaging, and friendly. The goal is simple: connection and community.
NEW ADDITION: Game Night After Dinner!
Starting every month, we’re adding a casual Game Night following dinner! Come to dinner only or join in for casual game night.
You’re welcome to join us for dinner, stay for a relaxed game night, or enjoy both. There’s no pressure to participate feel free to play, cheer others on, or simply sit back and enjoy the atmosphere.
Please note:
* This is **not** a free event or a drop-in game night only.
* You must purchase a meal to participate.
* Your meal must be paid prior to starting the games.
* The dinner portion remains the core of the event.
* ***Members who do not purchase a meal will not be eligible to attend future events.***
**Game Time:** 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Bring a deck of cards or your favourite board game.
**Fun, light-hearted suggestions:**
* Cribbage
* Euchre
* Uno
* Skip-Bo
* Rummikub
* Scrabble
* Yahtzee
This is meant to be enjoyable and relaxed not competitive. No gambling permitted. Just good laughs and friendly fun.
Event Details
**What:** Social Gathering (Every 2nd Thursday of the Month)
**Where:** Boston Pizza
2915 Eglinton Ave West, Mississauga, ON L5M 6J3
**Date:** Thursday, June 11, 2026
**Time:** 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Dinner)
**Game Night:** 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM
**Attendance:**
If you are unable to attend, please update your RSVP as seating is limited.
Disclaimer
I, Patricia Lavigne, am not responsible for any food, beverages, bills, or gratuities. All restaurant-related services and payments are handled directly with Boston Pizza. Please ensure you finalize your bill with your server before leaving.
Come out and join me — it will be wonderful to see you in person!
Looking forward to a great evening together.
Patricia Lavigne
[www.patricia-lavigne.com](http://www.patricia-lavigne.com/)
416-312-6983
North York Dodgeball Singles Night
**Note:** This is a ticketed event.
**Tickets here:** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/north-york-dodgeball-singles-night-tickets-1989393661996?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true
Calling Toronto singles! Come mix and mingle with other eligible singles, then play some dodgeball! All skill levels welcomed.
Looking for a fun an unique way to meet other singles? Join us for a fun night of socializing and fun dodgeball!
Arrive at 6:30pm to mix and mingle and warm up, then start playing dodgeball at 7:30pm. All skill levels are welcomed. This is meant to be a fun and casual event so we won't keep score or anything.
We will explain all the rules once everyone arrives, so just come in your gym attire and get ready to throw some balls!
Bring an extra change of clothes though, because we are also planning to go to a nearby pub after for some drinks too.
The suggested age range is 25-45. All are welcomed.
See you there!
Insights You Can Trust
Join the **Toronto People Analytics Group** for an evening of deep insights, practical wisdom, and networking with one of the leading voices in the field.
In this session, Alexis Fink will reflect on the critical foundation required for meaningful people analytics: **strong governance, data privacy, the integrity of underlying data, thoughtful access controls,** and the expertise required to **separate meaningful signals from noise**. Together, these elements create the confidence organizations need to make smarter, data-informed workforce decisions.
**Event Details**
* **Date:** June 11
* **Time:** 5:00 PM – onwards (Talk begins at 5:30 PM)
* **Location:** Ted Rogers School of Management at the Toronto Metropolitan University *(Specific room details to follow)*
**Agenda**
* **5:00 PM:** Arrivals & Networking
* **5:30 PM:** Welcome, Introduction
* **5:40 PM:** Keynote by Alexis Fink
* **6:10 PM:** Audience Q&A
* **6:30 PM – End:** Mix & Mingle
**Thanks to our sponsors!**
This event is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and organizers:
* **One Model**
* **Tskhay and Associates**
*Space is limited. Secure your spot today to elevate your people analytics practice!*
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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*Toronto Canada tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup software development machine learning python javascript professional networking career development it professionals developers mentorship ai sql analytics data engineering business intelligence deep learning tensorflow pytorch data visualization data analysts ml engineers Toronto Canada tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup software development machine learning python javascript professional networking career development it professionals developers mentorship ai sql analytics data engineering business intelligence deep learning tensorflow pytorch data visualization data analysts ml engineers***📱 Follow us:** [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/tech.social.event) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/tech.social.event/) \| [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-social-event)
Toronto Social and Language Exchange (Make New Friends) ✨
Welcome to our social mixer in the heart of Toronto! Whether you want to hang out with new friends, practice a new language, meet people from different cultures, immerse yourself in the local community, or just socialize in a friendly environment, come along and enjoy some drinks and food with new friends 🙋♂️🙋♀️
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### Event Details
💰 Cost: $5 (Online only, no tickets at door)
🍺🥃 Drinks and social
📍 The Goodman Pub and Kitchen (Inside, or ask for Meet People 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://meetpeopletoronto.com/event/meetup)
If you cannot find us, ask staff about Meet People Social, or ask in the WhatsApp community above.
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### Perfect For
* 🌎 **International Students & Expats** in Toronto
* ✈️ **Travelers & Digital Nomads** looking to connect
* 🏠 **Locals** wanting to expand their social circle
* 💼 **Working Holiday Visa holders** and new arrivals
* 🎓 **University students** and language school attendees
* 👥 **Anyone** looking for genuine friendships and networking
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### Why Join Our Toronto Community?
* 🤝 **Meet diverse, welcoming people** from all backgrounds
* 🗣️ **Practice conversation** with native and fluent speakers
* 🌍 **Cultural exchange** and international perspectives
* 🗺️ **Local insights** on best places to visit in Toronto
* 🎯 **Social activities** and games
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### Ideal If You're...
📍 **New to Toronto?** Perfect for getting oriented and making friends
✈️ **Traveling solo?** Find your Toronto social circle
💼 **Looking for work opportunities?** Network with peers
🎓 **Student or recent graduate?** Connect with peers and mentors
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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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**📱 Follow us:** [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/meet.people.social) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/meet.people.social/)
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!
[https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp](https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp)
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If you’ve ever wanted meeting new people to feel easier (and more real)…
this is for you.
Make Friends at a Cafe - Good Chats BETA
**GoodChats.**
**Newest Way to Make Friends in Toronto!**
Ever walked into a coffee shop and wished you knew the people around you?
That’s exactly what GoodChats is for.
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:**
**1) Sign up on iOS or Android**
Download the GoodChats app to get started.
Use the code **COFFEE** to sign-up for the invite-only app today!
[https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp](https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp)
**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.
**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.
**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
**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!
[https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp](https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp)
If you’ve ever wanted meeting new people to feel easier (and more real)…
this is for you.
Brunch and Friends in Toronto
⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
**Join the Toronto Brunch Club and make new friends!**
Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit.
👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan.
**Why this works:**
\* Smaller groups make real conversations easier.
\* Discover new restaurants in your city, together.
\* Curated brunch venues with good food and vibe.
\* If you hit it off with your group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards.
**Note:**
RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder.
This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.
Dupont Morning Code
[Summary]
This meetup is for those who are interested in code, web development, design, cloud, or AI. All levels are welcome, so feel free to bring your laptop and discuss what you are working on or what you are learning. You can share your projects and ideas with other participants freely. There are outlets and WiFi, drinks are about $5 for tea, they take card only.
[Price]
Attendance is FREE. But you need to buy something from the venue.
[Policies]
\- We do not tolerate harassment of our members
\- We remind users that that this meetup is intended for networking and hobby development\, and any attempts at using this meetup event as a dating platform will not be not be tolerated
Further information: https://torontostack.exchange/
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)
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!
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!
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
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.
AWS Columbus: Smart Search + AI: An Outcome-Driven Journey
Title: Smart Search + AI: An Outcome-Driven Journey from IDP to a Suite of AI
Register at the Columbus AWS meetup: [https://www.meetup.com/columbus-aws-amazon-web-services-meetup/events/313426379/](https://www.meetup.com/columbus-aws-amazon-web-services-meetup/events/313426379/)
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






















