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Coders Monthly - Zürich
Coders Monthly is a regular gathering of programmers in Zurich interested in honing their craft.
It takes place in Zuerich at Cafe Bar Pluesch (https://cafe-pluesch.ch) on the first Thursday of every month.
For the members list, some pics and more, see the Coders Only (https://codersonly.org/events/coders-monthly) site.
Hope to see you there!
PS: Please join our Discord https://discord.gg/jWUZsKQvrz for any last minute announcements.
AI and the Teams That Make It Work
Two complementary takes on what actually decides whether AI delivers value in an organization. One on why role-based structures are the real enabler, the other on what happens to teams when AI starts resolving the tickets.
Here's what's planned for the evening:
17:30 - 18:00 - Arrival and first drinks
18:00 - 18:45 - AI Value Creation Starts Beyond Technology by Ralf Günthner
18:45 - 19:30 - When the Bot Takes the Ticket: Keeping Teams Effective as AI Rewrites the Rules by Dagmar Muth
19:30 - 20:30 - Networking, Open Space & More drinks\*
**AI Value Creation Starts Beyond Technology**
Many companies are currently investing heavily in AI agents, copilots, and automation, yet the expected gains in productivity and innovation often fail to materialize. The reason is rarely technological, but structural: classic hierarchical organizational models are not designed to collaborate effectively with learning, adaptive systems.
This keynote explains why role-based work is the decisive enabler for successful AI adoption. In role-based organizations, responsibilities are clearly defined, decision rights are decentralized, and collaboration is dynamically organized, exactly the conditions under which AI agents can deliver maximum value.
Drawing on current research (including McKinsey, MIT CISR, and Harvard Business School) and practical examples from industry, mechanical engineering, and chemicals, the keynote shows how companies can combine AI agents with role-based structures to:
* drastically shorten implementation timelines
* increase acceptance and trust in AI
* enable continuous optimization instead of one-off pilot projects
* significantly improve the ROI of AI investments
The core message: AI does not transform organizations, organizations determine whether AI creates impact. Those who invest today in role-based ways of working, shared leadership, and decentralized decision logic build the operational foundation to not only introduce AI, but scale it strategically.
**Ralf Günthner**
Ralf Günthner is a transformation expert, entrepreneur, and lecturer with over 25 years of experience in digital transformation, AI, IoT, and organizational development. In his keynotes, he shows why AI value creation does not emerge from algorithms, platforms, or tools, but from leadership, culture, decision-making logic, and effective collaboration.
He combines deep technology expertise with systems thinking, neuroscience, and hands-on transformation work. As Co-CEO of Team-Factory GmbH, he supports companies in anchoring AI strategically, creating orientation, and delivering sustainable impact, beyond hype and technology fixation.
**When the Bot Takes the Ticket: Keeping Teams Effective as AI Rewrites the Rules**
AI agents are starting to resolve incidents, write code, and close tickets. That's great for throughput, but what happens to the humans in the team? Motivation, ownership, skill development, and psychological safety don't disappear as team development topics just because productivity metrics go up.
In this talk, Dagmar Muth draws on her work with engineering and product teams navigating AI-driven transformation. She shares what it takes to make AI integration work for the whole team: how to preserve ownership and purpose, keep accountability clear, and build the patterns that distinguish teams that thrive from those that merely adapt.
You'll leave with a clear mental model for thinking about team health in AI-augmented setups and concrete questions to bring back to your own team or organization.
**Dagmar Muth**
Dagmar Muth is a systemic organizational developer and agile coach with 20 years of experience guiding teams and companies through transformation. As a co-worker of pragmatic solutions ag in Zürich, she supports organizations in finding the right setup, processes, and culture to sustain performance from vision to go-live, increasingly in contexts shaped by AI. She works with cross-functional tech and product teams, coaches leaders, and lectures on agile project management at SIB. Her particular focus right now: how organizations integrate AI without losing what makes their teams actually work.
Many thanks to our **sponsors**:
* Catering Sponsor: **DevOpsDays Zürich** https://www.devopsdays.ch/
* Location Sponsor: **Digicomp** https://www.digicomp.ch/
\* contact us min. 3 days prior to the event if you prefer a vegan option.
This Thursdays at ROBINS - Comedy Brew! English Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic
Come and get you **Comedy Brew**, your fix of English Stand-Up Comedy! We serve a fresh, locally sourced 'menu' of 10 comedians, as organic as your favorite farm-to-table meal, all geared up to make you laugh out loud.
**Tickets at:** [https://bit.ly/iyfcb](https://bit.ly/iyfcb)
Unleash your laughter at [ROBIN's coffee](https://maps.app.goo.gl/E1e3H9GRDDJaPK8z9), the coziest New York-style coffee bar in the heart of Zürich.
**Dare to Make 'Em Laugh? 🎤😂**
Ever fantasized about grabbing the mic and cracking some jokes yourself? Well, your dream could come true! Visit [our performer's page](https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/perform/) to find out how you can take the stage and spread laughs like a pro.
**See You There! 🎤😂**
Come down to ROBIN's, break some bread, share some laughs, and maybe even catch the comedy bug yourself! See you there every Thursday!
Powered by IN YOUR FACE Comedy 🌟 [Check Us Out!](https://instragram.com/inyourfacecomedy/)
**Tickets at:** [https://eventfrog.ch/comedybrew](https://eventfrog.ch/comedybrew)
**Frequently Asked Questions**
* ***Is the show really in English?*** Absolutely. Every set is performed in English by a mix of Swiss-based and international comics, so no Swiss-German skills required.
* ***What’s a “Comedy Open Mic”?*** It’s the testing ground for jokes. Pros road-test fresh material and brave newcomers grab their first five minutes. Expect some gems, some flops—and the fun of seeing comedy born in real time.
* ***Will it be funny?*** Most of the time, yes! An open mic is a roller-coaster: seasoned acts, new voices, and the occasional glorious train-wreck. It’s all part of the charm.
* ***Can I perform too?*** Yes - you need to book a spot - find out more about how to do it here: [https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/perform/](https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/perform/).
* ***Do I need to buy tickets in advance?*** Please do. We’re usually running around before the show and door sales slow things down. If you’re stuck, we’ll try, but no promises. Link to tickets as at [https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/comedybrew/](https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/comedybrew/)
* ***How does seating work?*** First come, first served so grab a drink, snag a seat, and settle in.
* ***Is food available at the bar?*** ROBIN’s serves drinks only. For a pre-show bite, try **Restaurant Johanniter** (classic Swiss) or **Holy Cow!** across the street for burgers.
* ***Will the comedians pick on me?*** We chat with the crowd for laughs, not humiliation. Friendly banter only - you’re safe.
* ***How long is the show?*** Doors open 7:30pm, show starts \~7:50pm with a 15 min break in the middle ending around 10pm. Enough time for the last trams home...
* ***Age limit?*** All ages welcome of course 16+ recommended (adult themes, spicy language).
Language Exchange (Flip Lingoes)
We keep it a fun and practical language exchange. First thing you'll notice is we match you with **fluent speakers** in your target language.
**Event Flow**
**18:45–19:15** → Registration
Scan the QR code to tell us your fluent and target languages.
**19:15–20:30** → Language Exchange
Powered by our **Learn by Flipping** method.
**20:30 onwards** → Stay, chat, or head off — totally up to you 😉
**What is "Learn by Flipping"?**
**Practical** → You speak with fluent speakers in your target language.
**Collaborative** → Every 5 minutes, you switch roles: learner ↔ helper.
**Fun** → Small groups, good energy, and a bar atmosphere — without the chaos.
Save some time by [Signing up to our web app](https://fliplingoes.com/) beforehand.
**Entrance:** 10 CHF (includes a tapa)
Please note, event registration closes after 7:15PM
Pub Quiz (Optional matching for singles)
**[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://link.social-circle.ch/ccY8) or**
**[tickets.social-circle.ch](https://tickets.social-circle.ch/)**
🎉 **Pub Quiz Night** 🎉
Join us for a night full of **mind-bending questions**, **unexpected twists**, and **more laughs than right answers** (probably). Whether you're a trivia wizard or just really good at pretending you know stuff, this night’s for you!
Join our whatsapp group for updates on this event: [https://link.social-circle.ch/vo0l](https://link.social-circle.ch/vo0l)
📍 **Location:** BOHO
💰 **Price:** 15.- (includes tasty snacks + a prize for the winning team 🍾)
👥 **How Teams Work:**
🔹 Got a crew? Awesome, bring your squad and show us what you've got!
🔹 Looking to mingle with singles? We’ve got you! → Think 2 girls + 2 guys = the perfect cocktail of brainpower and awkward icebreakers
🔹 Not single? No problem! We’ll still team you up with some brilliant minds and maybe a few terrible guessers for balance
🏆 **What’s in it for you?**
Glory, bragging rights, and the sweet, sweet taste of Prosecco-fueled victory.
💬 **Come for the trivia, stay for the chaos.**
Spots are limited, so grab your seat before your smarter friend does! 🎟️
P.S. Pictures might be taken during the event, if you do not want it please let the organizer know.
Tickets are non-refundable.
**Want more events like this? Join our WhatsApp community:** [https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD)
1:1 Personal Branding Coaching
**Book your 1:1 before the group sessions fill up.**
This is a 60-minute personal consultation with Mel Nikolic — designed to prepare you for the Claude & Aperol workshop series running in August.
Whether you're job hunting, thinking about a career move, or just know your online presence is overdue an upgrade, this session gives you the clarity and direction to actually do something about it.
***
**What we work on together:**
Depending on which Claude & Aperol workshop you're joining, we'll focus on what matters most for you:
**If you're joining "Land Your Next Job Using AI" (19. Aug):** We go through your CV together — not to reformat it, but to reposition it. We'll identify what's working, what's costing you interviews, and how to talk about your experience in a way that actually lands. You leave with a clear direction for your job search and a CV worth sending.
**If you're joining "Build Your Personal Website" (31. Aug):** We work through your personal brand — your Why, your strengths, how you want to show up, and what you want your website to say about you. You leave with a clear brief that feeds directly into the group build session.
**If you're joining both:** We cover the full picture. Career positioning, personal brand, and the story that connects them.
***
**About Mel**
Mel Nikolic is co-founder of Peakwell and has spent years at the intersection of psychology, marketing, and hiring — including sitting on the other side of the table for senior-level roles. She brings that perspective into every session: what actually makes someone stand out, and what gets them overlooked.
***
**Practical details**
📅 Flexible dates in July & August: book directly via Calendly
⏱ 60 minutes, online (video call)
💶 Included in your Claude & Aperol workshop ticket
Whether you're job hunting, thinking about a career move, or just know your online presence is overdue an upgrade, this session gives you the clarity and direction to actually do something about it.
Depending on which Claude & Aperol workshop you're joining, we'll focus on what matters most for you:
**If you're joining "Land Your Next Job Using AI" (19. Aug):** We go through your CV together — not to reformat it, but to reposition it. We'll identify what's working, what's costing you interviews, and how to talk about your experience in a way that actually lands. You leave with a clear direction for your job search and a CV worth sending.
Make sure to book your ticket first: https://luma.com/9z8wvgad
**If you're joining "Build Your Personal Website" (31. Aug):** We work through your personal brand: your Why, your strengths, how you want to show up, and what you want your website to say about you. You leave with a clear brief that feeds directly into the group build session.
Make sure to book your ticket first: https://luma.com/fz5teyt6
**If you're joining both:** We cover the full picture. Career positioning, personal brand, and the story that connects them.
***
**The Claude & Aperol workshops this session feeds into:**
🍹 Land Your Next Job Using AI — Wednesday 19. August, 17:30–20:30 → luma.com/9z8wvgad
🌐 Build Your Personal Website Using AI — Monday 31. August, 17:30–20:30 → luma.com/fz5teyt6
Spots are limited. If you haven't booked your workshop yet, do that first then book this coaching session.
Regular Trading & Investing Gathering
Hello Capitalists!
This event is the meetup's regular gathering.
Normally the event will be at the Insider Bar on Löwenstrasse, very near to the train station.
https://www.insiderbar.ch/
We will start at 19:00.
Please be constructive in your discussions, do not criticise other people's strategies and be open minded to new ideas.
We're looking forward to seeing new people as well as the regulars.
Thanks a lot!
Andy
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Beachvolley for Beginners at Sportplatz Buchlern 🏐
Hello everyone,
Welcome to this new beach volleyball openplay for beginners at Zürich Buchlern 🤗
During this event, you’ll have the chance to meet new people, play friendly matches and learn the basic techniques, if you wish.
This event is aimed at everyone that has never played before or a long time ago and is not sure to be able to pass the ball properly over the net or to someone. If you think you're comfortable playing, I invite you to join the advanced events of Marius: [https://www.meetup.com/meetup-group-avsypajv/.](https://www.meetup.com/meetup-group-avsypajv/.)
**Tips:**
\- Bring a water bottle \(there's a drinking fountain next to the courts\)
\- Bring **sunglasses**, sunscreen and a cap
\- The courts can usually be watered\, except in rare cases \- so it's good to bring suitable socks if it's hot
**Practical details:**
\- A small contribution is required for court rental and other organisational expenses\, please pay before the event via TWINT at \+41784053495 by **writing your name and date of the event** or cash the day of the event.
\- For any inquiries\, please **only message me on Meetup**
\- Only sign up through Meetup for an easier organisation
\- If it's raining\, the event will be cancelled as it's difficult to book several indoor beach courts\.
**Price per person:** CHF 5
**Participation policy**
To keep these events fair and enjoyable for everyone, please note the following:
* If you can no longer attend, please cancel your RSVP at least **24 hours before** the event.
* If you do not show up, your participation fee is still due, as court costs have already been committed.
* A no-show also prevents someone on the waiting list from joining.
**No-shows**
To ensure fairness for everyone, the following policy applies:
* **1st no-show:** your participation fee remains due.
* **2nd no-show:** you will be removed from the Meetup group and will no longer be able to join future events.
Thank you for your understanding and for helping make these events enjoyable for all participants!
Beachvolley for Beginners at Beachhalle Zürich Nord 🏐
Welcome to this volleyball session for beginners! 🤗
**Access to this event is restricted to attendees holding a valid ticket.**
🎟️ **Reserve your ticket here:** https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/sport-fitness/volleyball/beachvolley-for-beginners-at-beachhalle-zuerich-nord-7474911831837920113.html
During this event, you’ll have the chance to meet new people, play friendly matches and learn the basic techniques if you wish.
Let's meet at the Beachhalle Zürich Nord (next to the airport). I booked the court BBC and Eins.
**Tips:**
\- Bring a water bottle
**Price per person:**
CHF 7.- per person
**Terms & Conditions:**
* Only attendees with a valid Eventfrog ticket will be admitted.
* A Meetup RSVP alone does not guarantee your spot.
* Tickets are personal, non-transferable, and non-refundable.
* No refunds will be issued in the event of a no-show or participant cancellation.
* If the organizer cancels the event, participants will be notified in accordance with the ticketing platform's policies.
**How to reach the court:**
1\. Enter the main building\. The wardrobe is on your left\.
2\. Cross the main building and go out again\.
3\. Go around the building in front of you by turning left\. You will see the tennis courts on your left\. The entrance is slightly hidden on the right\.
4\. Leave your shoes and belongings in the boxes at the entrance\.
**In the court, there are no toilets, wardrobe or showers. If you need to change or take a shower, you need to do it in the main building.**
Reggaeton Dance Class - Beginner
**Shake off the week at the Reggaeton Beginner Class at The Vibe!**
Whether you’ve never danced before or just want to move your body and have a good time, this class is all about good energy, Latin beats, and letting loose. Expect empowering Reggaeton grooves, body rolls, confidence-boosting combos, and a whole lot of fun — no pressure, no judgment, just pure VIBES!
Your teacher Nat ([@nat.so.fun](http://@nat.so.fun)) will guide you through all the steps, help you feel the rhythm in your body, and hype you up from start to finish!
*Don’t be fooled by the number of people on the event page — our weekly crew ranges from 10 to 20 amazing humans: first-timers, regulars, and a few silent fans who never mark “going” but always show up 😉*
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### **Booking is mandatory!**
To secure your spot, please book in advance via our website: [BOOK HERE](https://www.thevibedance.ch/schedule)
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### **Rates**
💃 **Single Class: CHF 29**
**Special offer for NEW students: Starter Pack (2-Class) for CHF 35**
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### **When?**
**FRIDAY**
**18:30 – 19:30 \| Beginner Reggaeton**
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### **Where?**
**The Vibe Dance Studio**
Hohlstrasse 488
8048 Zürich
(Just 3 minutes from Altstetten Train Station and 15 min from HB)
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### **More info:**
🌐 [thevibedance.ch](https://thevibedance.ch/)
📸 Instagram: [[@nat.so.fun](http://@nat.so.fun)]([https://www.instagram.com/nat.so.fun](https://www.instagram.com/nat.so.fun)\) \| \[[@thevibedance.ch](http://@thevibedance.ch)]([https://www.instagram.com/thevibedance.ch](https://www.instagram.com/thevibedance.ch))
Got questions? Just text or call:
📞 +41 78 329 71 77
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**See you on the dance floor – let’s Reggaeton together!** 💥🫶💃
Latin Dance Class & Speed Friending
**[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://link.social-circle.ch/u5qf) or**
[tickets.social-circle.ch/](https://tickets.social-circle.ch/)
**ANNTIN x Social Circle**
Transform your Saturday night with a fresh mix of movement and music! We are teaming up to bring you an evening where dancing meets real connection. We’ll kick things off with a one-hour Latino dance class featuring a fun group choreography—no partner or prior experience required.
This isn't a technical practice for professionals; it’s all about embracing the rhythm, shaking off the week, and enjoying a high-energy Saturday night in a supportive, beginner-friendly space.
⏱️**Timeline:**
* 💃🕺Dance class 18:30-19:30
* 💬 Speed Friending 19:30-20:30 (and a bit beyond)
Info about **[ANNTIN](google.pl/maps/place/ANNTIN+%7C+wellbeing+studio+%7C+reformer+pilates,+yoga,+dance,+relaxation/@47.4303607,8.5571861,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x4790750ff37aaae5:0x6d7fac36f579e52a!8m2!3d47.4303607!4d8.559761!16s%2Fg%2F11ynkd5pn6?entry=tts&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQwNi4wIPu8ASoASAFQAw%3D%3D&skid=808e94ff-e735-4b57-b931-86ddf60dfdb5) location:**
ANNTIN is located directly in front of the Glattbrugg train station. Please look for door number 8, situated next to Denner. Call ANNTIN studio on the doorbell and head to 1st floor.
**Join the WhatsApp group for this and similar event:**
[https://link.social-circle.ch/dPaQ](https://link.social-circle.ch/dPaQ)
**ANNTIN wellbeing studio** is located directly at Glattbrugg train station (link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8s4V7ZXWKKBK44n28)
After we’ve found our rhythm on the dance floor, we’ll dedicate the second hour to a speed friending session. This is the perfect way to break the ice and meet new people in a relaxed, intentional setting. Whether you join us solo or with friends, the focus is on stepping away from the typical club scene to discover a community that values authentic interaction. Join us for a night of music and movement designed to help you expand your circle and find your balance.
Step onto the dance floor, meet new people, and start connecting at ANNTIN.
P.S. Pictures might be taken during the event, if you do not want it please let the organizer know.
Tickets are non-refundable.
**Want more events like this? Join our WhatsApp community:**
[https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD)
Task-Buddies ✅ & Brunch 🥐: Let's work and study together! 📖 💻 ✍️
Welcome to the **Task-Buddies** event of the **Zürich Productivity Circle**, where we bring together like-minded individuals to work on personal goals and share the experience of growth in a supportive community.
Maybe you are building a business or side hustle, studying for a course, learning a new (programming) language, figuring the tax system out, writing code, prose, or poetry, researching new stocks for your portfolio, tackling your German homework, or upskilling for your job. In all of these cases and more, this is the perfect space for you.
In fact, productivity does not end there. Even if you just want to read a psychology book to resolve a personal struggle, sketch a mountain, listen to podcasts, organize your week, respond to unanswered emails and messages, enjoy a novel, or just reflect and meditate, you are very welcome here.
For any task that adds positively to your life and can be done sitting down with others (exception: anything noisy/disruptive/disrespectful), you will fit into the events.
We will meet at a work-friendly café in Zürich and follow the agenda below.
**Agenda:**
* **Introductions and food (20-30 mins):** Start with a round of introductions to get to know each other and share what we'll be working on, buy our food and drinks (alternatively one can also buy them later on).
* **Productive Work Session (1-2 hours)** Dive into your individual tasks in a focussed, distraction-free environment.
* **Collective Break and Socializing (\~15 mins):** Take a planned break to stretch, chat, get more coffee, and share insights about your projects.
* **Continued Work Session (1-2 hours):** Get back to your tasks with renewed focus and motivation.
* **Wrap-Up and Reflections (15+ mins):** Conclude with a reflection on what we accomplished, share productivity tips or questions, discuss plans for future meetups, stay back for more chit chat if you like.
**What to Bring:**
* Your project or task materials (laptop, charger, books, sketchpad, pen, etc.)
* Respectful and kind demeanour
* A positive attitude and a willingness to share and learn
**Note:** Please ensure that your tasks are suitable for a quiet, communal setting. We aim to maintain a respectful and conducive environment for everyone. **Venue Courtesy:** Out of courtesy for the venue, please order something to eat or drink for yourself. This helps support the café and ensures we can continue to use their space for our meetups.
Software Engineering Events Near You
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Columbus Code & Coffee 88 @ 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**
\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~
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!
AWS Columbus User Group - Topic to be announced
Topic to be announced.
**CALL FOR SPEAKERS**
Learn more: https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/
**THANK YOU** *VEEAM* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Veeam*, please visit their website: https://www.veeam.com/
**DIRECTIONS**
8800 Lyra Dr #450 · Columbus, OH
go to 4th floor.
**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
Stop Guessing: How to Measure and Improve LLM Outputs
Most people use LLMs by feel: ask a question, read the answer, decide whether it “seems good,” and move on.
That works for casual use. It does not work when you are building software, automating workflows, writing important documents, or relying on AI for anything that needs to be repeatable.
In this talk, we’ll look at how to improve and evaluate the inputs and outputs of LLMs using practical measurement techniques. We’ll cover how prompt changes affect results, how to compare outputs, how to build simple evaluation sets, and how math-based methods like similarity scoring can help you move beyond guesswork.
This will be beginner-friendly, so even if you don't know anything about AI, you should get something out of it. However, this will be a little more technical than our intro talks. You do not need to be an AI researcher, but programmers and technically curious attendees will get a lot out of it.
We’ll cover:
* Why “it looks good” is not enough
* How to improve prompts by changing the input, context, and constraints
* How to compare LLM outputs more systematically
* Basic evaluation techniques for accuracy, consistency, and usefulness
* How embeddings, cosine similarity, and scoring can help evaluate results
* Where automated evaluation works — and where humans still need to stay in the loop
By the end, you’ll have a practical mental model for treating LLMs less like magic and more like systems you can test, measure, and improve.
LOGISTICS AND PARKING:
The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks!
The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.
Columbus Code & Coffee 89 @ 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**
\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~
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!
Christians in Tech - Meetup #39 @ Improving
Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you.
Our Website
[https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus)
Sponsors and Partners
* Improving (Venue Sponsor)
* Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor)
* Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)
July Meeting - Lightning Talks!
**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**
*July Meeting - Lightning Talks!*
Lightning talks are very short presentations on a topic of your choice (must be related to .NET).
Talks should be 15-20 minutes in length and include minimal slides and quick demo (no live coding please).
There will be 6 slots available! First come, first serve!
**YouTube Link**
TBD
BrowserStack QA Meetup | Columbus (July 9)
**Hello Columbus!**
**The community is buzzing and growing well. We are thrilled to bring our fourth BrowserStack QA Meetup on Thursday, July 9th!**
We are creating a space for deeper insights, meaningful connections, and a vibe you won't want to miss.
**What to expect:**
* **Connect:** Network with Columbus' top engineering and QA minds.
* **Learn:** Real-world tactics and trends you can use immediately.
* **Enjoy:** Food, drinks, and great community spirit.
**Agenda**
* **Two Roads Diverged in a Wood: Docker Compose vs. Kubernetes** by **[Doug Reeder](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pdouglasreeder/)**
**RSVP Essential:** Space is limited, and we want to ensure a great experience for everyone. **RSVP now to secure your spot!**
📍 **Venue:** Leading EDJE, 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017
📍 **Free Parking:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017
📅 **Date & Time:** July 9, 6:00 PM
**Stay Connected!**
Want to continue the conversation beyond the meetup?
Join our **BrowserStack Discord Server** to get updates, connect with fellow QA professionals, and be part of an ongoing discussion. **Don’t miss out—click below to join!**
🔗 [\[](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[Join the BrowserStack Discord Server](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[\]](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)
**A Few Notes:**
✅ This is an **in-person event**
✅ **RSVP does not guarantee a seat** – A confirmation email will be sent one day before the event.
**TALK ABSTRACT:**
Docker Compose and Kubernetes are two of the most popular tools for running containerized applications. Their feature lists are similar. Architects and senior developers need to know how their different paradigms lead to unexpectedly different experiences in production.

























