Software Innovation

**PLEASE MAKE SURE TO BOOK YOUR TICKET IN ADVANCE TO ATTEND THE EVENT. YOU CAN RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE. [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1983612787244?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1983612787244?aff=oddtdtcreator)** Join us for an exclusive networking event designed to connect **business founders, CTOs, and technical partners** looking to collaborate, innovate, and scale their ventures. Whether you're a startup founder seeking a **technical co-founder**, a CTO looking for **new opportunities**, or a tech expert ready to partner with a growing business, this event provides the perfect setting to build meaningful connections. ### **What to Expect:** **Meet Business Founders & CTOs** – Engage with entrepreneurs, startup leaders, and experienced tech professionals looking to collaborate. **1-Minute Elevator Pitches** – Attendees will have the opportunity to introduce themselves, share what they are working on, and explain what they’re looking for—whether it's a co-founder, a new role, or investment opportunities. **Strategic Partnerships & Hiring Opportunities** – Find the right **technical talent**, **co-founders**, or **business partners** to take your startup to the next level. **SaaS, AI, Web3 & Tech Startups Networking** – Connect with professionals working on cutting-edge solutions in **software development, cloud computing, blockchain, AI, and more**. **Expert Industry Insights** – Learn from seasoned entrepreneurs and technical leaders about the challenges and opportunities in building and scaling successful tech ventures. ### **Who Should Attend?** * **Startup Founders & Entrepreneurs** – Business leaders looking for CTOs, technical partners, or experts to help build and scale their technology. * **CTOs & Technical Leaders** – Technology executives exploring new ventures, partnerships, or advisory opportunities. * **Software Engineers & Developers** – Tech professionals seeking collaboration with startups or potential co-founder roles. * **Investors & VCs** – Individuals and firms interested in connecting with promising **tech startups and technical talent**. * **Product Managers & Tech Strategists** – Professionals working in **SaaS, AI, fintech, Web3, and other tech-driven industries** looking to build connections. ### **Why Attend?** **Expand Your Network** – Meet and connect with industry professionals who can help you grow your startup or career. **Find Your Perfect Co-Founder or Tech Partner** – If you're a founder looking for a CTO or a CTO seeking new opportunities, this event is the perfect match. **Discover New Opportunities** – Whether it’s partnerships, funding, or new roles, this event will help you **unlock potential collaborations**. **Stay Ahead in Tech Innovation** – Learn from industry experts and connect with professionals at the forefront of **technology, AI, and SaaS development**. **Spaces are limited—secure your spot now and take the next step in building the future of tech.** **How our event works:** **You are invited to join the dedicated Whatsapp group for the event and start networking before the actual event.** 7pm - When you arrive your name will be checked off the guest list, the host will direct everyone to the reserved area and explain how the event will work. 7.30pm – Presentations starts, you will be introduced to each other in a nice relaxed environment in the semi private reserved area. 8pm - Elevator Pitch 8.30 - Networking 10 pm - Event ends, all guests are welcome to stay and enjoy chatting with each other. This event will be hosted till 9pm; the key to making the most of speed friending is to follow up with your contacts over time to develop friendships. Dress code is either business or office attire or smart casual, no T-shirts, no trainers. If you have any questions email contact@thebusinessminds.co.uk Ticket for 1 person allows 1 person to enter the venue from 7pm What to join this event and all our future events for **FREE**? Join **The Business Minds Membership** to unlock free entry to all our 290+ yearly networking events, plus exclusive networking opportunities. Learn more: [https://thebusinessminds.co.uk/membership](https://thebusinessminds.co.uk/membership). **Please Note:** **Tickets need to be bought online and are not available at the door!**

**SPACES ARE LIMITED – BOOK YOUR TICKET BEFORE THE EVENT:** **[https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1983612787244?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1983612787244?aff=oddtdtcreator)** Building a successful startup requires the right mix of **vision, strategy, and technology**. This event brings together **business founders, CTOs, and technical experts** who are looking to collaborate, share insights, and form strategic partnerships. Whether you're an entrepreneur in search of a **technical co-founder**, a CTO exploring new opportunities, or a tech expert looking to work with innovative startups, this is the perfect space to connect. ### **What to expect?** **Find the Right People** – Engage with **startup founders, CTOs, engineers, and product leaders** all in one place. **1-Minute Elevator Pitches** – A chance to introduce yourself, highlight what you’re working on, and share what you’re looking for—whether it’s a co-founder, a new role, or business collaboration. **Build Your Tech Team** – Connect with experienced developers, engineers, and tech leads who are open to new ventures. **Explore Startup & Investment Opportunities** – Investors, entrepreneurs, and technical experts will have a chance to **network, discuss ideas, and explore partnerships**. **Industry Trends & Collaboration** – Learn about the latest innovations in **SaaS, AI, fintech, blockchain, and emerging tech sectors**. ### **Who Will Benefit from This Event?** * **Startup Founders** – If you’re building a tech company and need a strong technical partner, this event will help you find the right match. * **CTOs & Tech Leaders** – Whether you’re looking for new startup ventures, potential co-founder roles, or networking with like-minded professionals, this is the place to be. * **Software Engineers & Product Experts** – Get in front of startup founders and explore opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects. * **Investors & VCs** – Connect with promising tech startups and **top-tier technical talent** to explore investment opportunities. * **Growth & Strategy Experts** – Meet tech teams and business leaders looking for insights into scaling, fundraising, and entering new markets. * ### **Why You Should Attend** * **Expand Your Professional Circle** – Meet potential **co-founders, CTOs, engineers, and investors** in a setting designed to foster high-value connections. * **Gain Insights & Opportunities** – Whether you’re looking for a **startup to join**, a **tech partner to help scale**, or just want to connect with the ecosystem, this event delivers. * **Make Meaningful Introductions** – Skip the cold outreach and **meet people who are actively looking for collaboration, investment, or tech solutions**. **Attendance is limited—reserve your spot today and take the next step in growing your startup, career, or investment network.** What to join this event and all our future events for **FREE**? Join **The Business Minds Membership** to unlock free entry to all our 290+ yearly networking events, plus exclusive networking opportunities. Learn more: [https://thebusinessminds.co.uk/membership](https://thebusinessminds.co.uk/membership "https://thebusinessminds.co.uk/membership"). **AGENDA OF THIS NETWORKING EVENT IN LONDON** 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm: Meet and greet. Upon arrival, ask the receptionist about the business networking event, and they will guide you to our designated area. 8 pm - 8:30 - Presentations 8:30 pm -10 pm: Informal networking Dress code: business smart casual. **Register now - space is limited to 50 attendees only!** **P.S. Click Follow for future event alerts!**

**SPACES ARE LIMITED – BOOK YOUR TICKET BEFORE THE EVENT:** **[https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1983445862969?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1983445862969?aff=oddtdtcreator)** Step into the vibrant world of artificial intelligence and machine learning at our exclusive London AI & ML Network Mixer. This event caters to innovators, thinkers, and investors in the AI and ML spheres, providing a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, discover cutting-edge projects, and explore potential collaborations. **Who Should Attend:** * **Emerging AI and ML Startups:** Showcase your innovations and seek partnerships or funding in a focused setting. * **Investors:** Find pioneering startups within the AI and ML domains that align with your investment criteria. * **AI and ML Professionals:** Network with peers, discuss advancements and industry challenges, and potentially find your next career move. * **Students and Academics:** Immerse yourself in the industry environment, gain insights, and connect with potential mentors and collaborators. **Why This Event is a Must:** * **Effective Networking:** Tailored specifically for the AI and ML communities, this mixer facilitates targeted networking, helping you build meaningful connections that can lead to collaborative projects or ventures. * **Opportunity for Exposure:** Startups can gain visibility by presenting their projects during one-minute pitches, directly communicating their value to an audience that includes potential investors and collaborators. * **Insight into Industry Trends:** Keep up-to-date with the latest research and commercial opportunities in AI and ML through conversations with industry insiders and thought leaders. * **Career Opportunities:** Professionals looking to advance in the AI and ML fields can discover new opportunities and expand their networks in a dynamic, supportive environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with the forefront of AI and ML innovation. Whether you’re looking to invest, collaborate, or just learn about the next big thing in tech, our London AI & ML Network Mixer is the place to be. Secure your spot today and be part of shaping the future of technology! **AGENDA OF THIS NETWORKING EVENT IN LONDON** 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm: Meet and greet. Upon arrival, ask the receptionist about the business networking event, and they will guide you to our designated area. 8 pm - 8:30 - Presentations 8:30 pm -10 pm: Informal networking Dress code: business smart casual. **Register now - space is limited to 50 attendees only!** **P.S. Click Follow for future event alerts!**

The Data Science Speakers Club is a Toastmasters International club enabling the current and next generation of Data Scientists to improve their Public Speaking Skills. This is a HYBRID Meeting! So join us Online via ZOOM or In-Person. Joining the Data Science Speakers Club means joining a supportive environment to build your confidence in public speaking and to practice speaking in front of an audience. You will also gain the opportunity to receive feedback on your speeches in a friendly environment, including what you have done well and guidance on the areas you can improve upon. We also run a mentorship program where an experienced mentor supports you on your public speaking journey. Meeting Theme: **TBC** Tentative Schedule: 18:30 - President's welcome 18:40 - Prepared Speeches (3 prepared speeches with evaluation) 19:25 - Guest introduction 19:30 - Break 19:40 - Table Topic 20:30 - Wrap up, awards, announcements End of Meeting The theme is to do with exploring various aspects of power, including how it is distributed, challenged, and transformed in different contexts. In the first part, there will be speeches. In the second half, we will have impromptu speeches preparation in groups called Table topics where guests can participate. We meet on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Mondays of each month from 6:30 pm online. Each meeting is a mixture of prepared speeches by our members, speaking roles, and impromptu speaking challenges by members and guests. Our meetings are free to attend and you only have to speak if you want to. For in-person attendance, snacks will be provided. Entrepreneurs, Innovators, and Mathematical and Logical Thinkers aiming to focus on their communication and leadership development are always welcome to attend our meetings, to increase their self-confidence, become better speakers, and become better leaders. TEAMS LINK: [https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/34253735270413?p=PeWH6cxHBjtbviTKo3](https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/34253735270413?p=PeWH6cxHBjtbviTKo3 "Meeting join") FACEBOOK: [https://www.facebook.com/datasciencespk/](https://www.facebook.com/datasciencespk/) LINKEDIN: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/data-science-speakers-club](https://www.linkedin.com/company/data-science-speakers-club) TWITTER: [https://twitter.com/datasciencespk](https://twitter.com/datasciencespk) INSTAGRAM: [https://www.instagram.com/datasciencespk/](https://www.instagram.com/datasciencespk/)

**PLEASE MAKE SURE TO BOOK YOUR TICKET IN ADVANCE TO ATTEND THE EVENT. YOU CAN RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE. [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1983445862969?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1983445862969?aff=oddtdtcreator)** Join us in the heart of London for a focused networking event tailored for entrepreneurs, startups, and professionals immersed in the fields of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. This event provides a unique platform to connect, share insights, and explore collaboration opportunities without the typical distractions of larger conferences. **Event Highlights:** **One-Minute Presentations:** A rapid-fire session where AI and ML startups can pitch their innovations and business ideas directly to a curated audience of peers and potential investors. Each presentation is limited to one minute, emphasizing clarity and impact. **Structured Networking Opportunities:** Engage in meaningful discussions with fellow innovators and industry leaders. This event is designed to foster connections that lead to collaboration, investment, and growth. **Who Should Attend:** **AI and ML Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders:** Ideal for those looking to showcase their innovative solutions, seek funding, or find potential co-founders. This event provides a platform to pitch your projects to an audience that includes potential investors and partners, maximizing exposure and opportunities for growth. **Investors Specializing in AI and ML:** Venture capitalists and angel investors interested in the latest developments in AI and ML will find a pool of potential investment opportunities. This event offers a streamlined way to identify emerging talents and innovative projects worth backing. **AI and ML Professionals:** Data scientists, machine learning engineers, researchers, and other professionals working in the AI and ML fields should attend to network with peers, discuss industry trends, and explore potential career advancements or collaborative projects. **Technology Enthusiasts and Students:** Those passionate about AI and ML technologies, including students and academic professionals, will benefit from direct interaction with industry leaders and innovators, gaining insights into the practical challenges and opportunities in the field. **Reasons to Attend:** **Networking Opportunities:** This event is specifically designed to facilitate direct connections among attendees, making it an excellent venue for networking with other professionals and industry leaders in a focused setting. **Knowledge Exchange:** Engaging with fellow professionals and industry experts allows for a valuable exchange of ideas, updates on industry trends, and discussions about the future directions of AI and ML technologies. **Career Advancement:** Professionals looking to advance their careers can find opportunities by connecting with potential employers and learning about new openings in the field. **Educational Value:** Students and tech enthusiasts can learn more about the real-world applications of AI and ML, understand the industry demands, and meet potential mentors who can guide their career paths. This event is a must-attend for anyone involved in or interested in the AI and ML sectors, providing a unique opportunity to engage with the community, discover opportunities, and foster collaborations that can shape the future of technology. The event will be held in a sophisticated and vibrant venue, adorned with modern decor and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure your comfort and convenience throughout the day. Get your tickets now and join us for a day that will shape the trajectory of your professional journey! How our event works: 7.00pm - When you arrive your name will be checked off the guest list, the host will direct everyone to the reserved area and explain how the event will work. 7.30pm – Event starts, you will be introduced to each other in a nice relaxed environment in the semi private reserved area. 10 pm - Event ends, all guests are welcome to stay and enjoy chatting with each other. This event will be hosted till 9pm; the key to making the most of speed friending is to follow up with your contacts over time to develop friendships. Dress code is either business or office attire or smart casual, no T-shirts, no trainers. If you have any questions email contact@thebusinessminds.co.uk or call Elena on 07762038437 Ticket for 1 person allows 1 person to enter the venue from 7pm Please Note: **Tickets need to be bought online and are not available at the door.**

This is an inclusive and welcoming meetup. The core of this meetup is to foster a collaborative environment where participants playtest board games and offer constructive feedback to fellow designers. Bringing a design or prototype is not a requirement, this event is for anyone passionate about games—whether they're a designer, developer, playtester, or simply someone who loves engaging with creative ideas. No prior experience is necessary. Location: Exact location within the National Theatre is shared 10-15 mins before the event, depending on the availability of the seating. Keep an eye out for a comment on the event page. "Usually", it is around the Lyttleton Circle Bar, First floor.

Hi folks! Welcome to our April Cloud Native London meetup! Join us to hear from our three great speakers and network with your fellow techies over pizza and drinks, or alternatively chat and following along on Youtube or LinkedIn! 6:00 Pizza and drinks 6:30 Welcome 6:45 From "Trust Then Verify" to "Verify Then Trust": Securing the AI-Accelerated Software Supply Chain (Meghan McGowan, Cloudsmith) 7:15 Keeping Up: Testing in the Age of AI and Cloud-Native (Ole Lensmar, Testkube) 7:45 Break 8:00 (Speaker TBC) 8:30 Wrap up See you there! Cheryl (@oicheryl) **From "Trust Then Verify" to "Verify Then Trust": Securing the AI-Accelerated Software Supply Chain (Meghan McGowan, Cloudsmith)** With AI accelerating code generation and GitOps driving continuous deployments, testing is under more pressure than ever to keep up. Ole will take a step back to see what’s driving the evolution of testing as adoption of Cloud Native technologies and AI for code generation attempts to drive velocity through the roof. How can engineering and platform teams deliver on the need for continuous testing as a scalable approach to quality assurance across the enterprise? And how can DevOps teams leverage AI in testing pipelines for root-cause analysis, automated remediation and intelligent test scheduling - to help push the AI-infused velocity of their dev teams all the way into production? *Ole started building with XML APIs in the late 90:ies and has since then worked with multiple technologies and startups, most notably as creator of SoapUI in 2004 and Chairman of the Swagger / OpenAPI Initiative in 2015. He joined Testkube at its inception in 2021 and is now entirely focused on ensuring its success at bringing continuous testing to the cloud-native space. When not at his laptop he can be found playing a guitar or riding a bike, but rarely both at the same time.* **Keeping Up: Testing in the Age of AI and Cloud-Native (Ole Lensmar, Testkube)** AI has made software teams faster than ever, but it's also quietly outpacing the security and infrastructure built to support them. Drawing on findings from Cloudsmith's 2026 Artifact Management Report, a survey of 505 engineering practitioners across technology, finance, healthcare, and retail, this session examines the compounding challenges that come with near-universal AI code adoption: expanded attack surfaces, hallucinated dependencies, fragmented AI model governance, and the growing operational tax of manual security remediation on top of aging infrastructure. The session moves from data to diagnosis to direction, challenging teams to rethink a foundational assumption — that you can trust code first and verify it later. At AI scale, that posture is no longer safe. Attendees will leave with a clear picture of where the industry's most critical gaps are, how their peers are investing in 2026, and three concrete questions they can bring back to their own teams to identify where to act first. *Meghan McGowan is Principal Product Marketing Manager at Cloudsmith. Before joining Cloudsmith, Meghan spent nearly a decade in the cybersecurity industry focused on security integrations and automation, helping teams operationalize tooling that actually fits their workflows.* *Based in London, she also worked closely on how threat intelligence can be applied to meet specific regulatory requirements, particularly NIS2 and DORA, giving her a grounded understanding of both the technical and compliance dimensions of modern software security.*
 *About Cloudsmith: Cloudsmith is a fully managed, cloud-native artifact management platform that gives engineering teams a single, secure source of truth for all their software artifacts: packages, containers, binaries, and AI/ML models. Built for the scale and speed of modern software delivery, Cloudsmith provides universal repository support, automated security scanning, and policy enforcement at ingestion needed to meet today's compliance requirements.* *[https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghan-mcgowan-4b6bb81b/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghan-mcgowan-4b6bb81b/)* ***Check out [https://www.oicheryl.com/cloudnativelondon](https://www.oicheryl.com/cloudnativelondon) if you're interested in speaking or sponsoring.***

Join fellow product people at The Product Group London on **Thu 2nd April** for an evening of learning, sharing and networking. **Topic of the Night: Product Outcomes Over Outputs** Product management is changing to be much more focused on achieving quantifiable outcomes over outputs and hitting dates. So how do product people make the shift and stay in the outcomes lane? On the night, we’ll explore what this really means incl. the important outcomes to focus on; making the culture shift to outcome focused; adjusting success metrics; using outcomes to drive product strategies, roadmaps, discovery and delivery; getting stakeholders onboard with a different way of thinking, and much more. **Featured Guest: Phil Hornby, Global Product Lead, ZF Group** Phil is a product leader, coach and technologist with over 20 years of experience across SaaS, IoT and Automotive. His career has spanned development, sales and operations, but product management is where he found his home, focusing on solving complex customer problems with scalable solutions. Today, Phil works as Global Product Lead at ZF, leading a tier 1 commercial vehicle diagnostics platform. As a senior IC, he works across multiple product teams to shape cohesive products that combine commercial thinking with deep technical expertise. He also founded a ZF community of practice to connect and grow digital product professionals. Alongside his ZF role, Phil continues to coach product leaders and teams, having supported thousands of individuals across hundreds of companies. He is known for helping people think clearly, make better decisions and take action that drives real impact. Phil is also a regular speaker and co-host of the Talking Roadmaps podcast. **About The Product Group London** The Product Group London is a monthly meetup designed to bring product people of all levels together for topical discussions, as a group and with our guest speakers. With attendees from startups to large enterprises, there is no shortage of opportunities to network and make new connections. And whilst the focus is on product management, we welcome product designers and engineers to join for some friendly and lively discussions. **A word about our sponsor and host, BrainStation** [BrainStation](https://brainstation.io/london) is a global leader in digital skills training, empowering businesses and brands to succeed in the digital age. Established in 2012, BrainStation has worked with over 500 instructors from the most innovative companies, developing cutting-edge, real-world digital education that has empowered professionals and some of the largest corporations in the world.

**👉 [SPACE IS VERY LIMITED, PLEASE REGISTER [HERE](https://luma.com/3no3so3p)]** Join us for the Global Unveiling of the [Official 2025 FoodTech 500 Ranking](https://forwardfooding.com/foodtech500/), hosted by Forward Fooding in London, one of World's most vibrant global AgriFoodTech Hubs. Also dubbed as ‘*The Fortune 500’ of the AgriFoodTech sector*, The FoodTech 500 is the world's definitive list of global entrepreneurial talent at the intersection of food, technology, and sustainability. Since 2019, it has become the most recognised and trustworthy ranking of AgriFoodTech companies, and a true benchmark for the industry. This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity to delve into the latest innovations and trends shaping the AgriFoodTech sector. As we reveal the top companies driving change and sustainability in AgriFoodtech, you'll gain invaluable insights into the future of food and agriculture. This gathering is not just about celebrating achievements; it's a chance to connect with industry leaders, innovators, and like-minded professionals who are passionate about transforming our Food System. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, F&B Corporate Executive, or simply curious to deepen your knowledge about the future of food, this event promises to enrich your understanding of the AgriFoodTech Innovation landscape and expand your business network. Don't miss the opportunity to contribute to this pivotal moment for the AgriFoodTech world, as we release the Official Ranking of this year's FoodTech 500. ​For the second year in a row, we will have the pleasure to be joined on stage by our FoodTech 500 sponsor pladis, who will present the second edition of their [Accelerator Programme](https://www.pladisglobal.com/our-impact/pladis-accelerator-programme), powered by Yıldız Ventures and supporting early‑stage companies building the next wave of cleaner, healthier and more sustainable snacking solutions. **Agenda & Speakers**: **17:00 - 18:00** \- Doors open \- Networking & Live showcasing of innovative products and technologies by UK FoodTech companies **18.00 - 18:15** \- Welcome & Intro \- by Alessio D'Antino\, Founding Partner & CEO \- [Forward Fooding](http://forwardfooding.com/) and event co-hosts [ScaleSpace](https://www.scalespace.co.uk/) & [Bezos Centre for Sustainable Proteins](https://bezoscentre.co.uk/) ​**18.15 - 18.30** \- Unveiling the Official Ranking of the 2025 FoodTech 500 & 'State of the Art' of the Global FoodTech Sector \- [Forward Fooding](http://forwardfooding.com/) **18.30 - 18.40** \- Announcing the Official 2025 FoodTech 500 Sponsor \- by Tim Ingmire\, VP \- Global Innovation & Technology \- [pladis](https://www.pladisglobal.com/) **18.40 - 19.30** \- Learn from Entrepreneurs \- Companies presentations \+ Q&A with a selection of international companies form the [FoodTech 500](https://forwardfooding.com/foodtech500/): -Zoe Yu Tung Law, Co-Founder & CEO, [New Wave Biotech](https://newwavebiotech.com/) -Thijs Bosch, CEO, [The Protein Brewery](https://theproteinbrewery.nl/) -Olga Sukhman, VP of Operations & Marketing, [AKA Foods](https://aka-food.com/) -Suzanne Robinson, Chief Commercial Officer, [Kyomei](kyomei.co.uk) *More speakers to be announced soon* **19:30 - 21:30** \- Networking & Live showcasing of innovative products and technologies by a selection of FoodTech 500 companies\. ​**Event Co-hosts** The **[Bezos Centre for Sustainable Protein](https://bezoscentre.co.uk/)**, supported by the Bezos Earth Fund, drives the sustainable food revolution and advances microbial food innovation through cutting-edge science, advanced fermentation technologies, and strategic collaboration.​ ​\*\*[ScaleSpace ](https://www.scalespace.co.uk/)\*\*is a launchpad for innovative businesses looking to scale, a dynamic community, born from a unique partnership between **Blenheim Chalcot** and **Imperial College London**, bringing together the best of industry and academia to support the businesses of tomorrow. This event is also run in partnership with **[Global Tech Advocates](https://www.globaltechadvocates.org/),** the only truly international grassroots tech community, uniting the private sector in multiple cities and regions worldwide. We look forward to seeing you there as we taste and discuss the future of food! ​ The Forward Fooding Team

**Join us for an evening of games, IoT project and engaging conversations!** **AGENDA** **6:00** **pm:** **Open & Networking** **6:30** **pm:** **Welcome Announcements** **6:40 pm: Modern Indie Game Development : Case Study** by Felix Li What began as a focused project to learn the Unity physics engine evolved into a full-scale indie development journey with the creation of Pool 2. This talk explores the process of taking a classic sport and "making it my own" through creative twists, unique stage designs, and experimental variants. I will dive into the technical evolution of the project, including the logic behind coding intelligent AI opponents and the challenges of implementing online multiplayer. To conclude, I will provide an honest retrospective on the game’s reception and the pivotal lessons learned that are now shaping my approach to future projects. Attendees will gain insight into transitioning a technical prototype into a feature-complete game. **7:20 pm:** **Automating Plant Care with IoT** by Suyash Joshi Ever wished your plants could take care of themselves while you’re away? In this talk, I’ll introduce *Plant Buddy* \- a fun IoT project built with Arduino\, MQTT and a bunch of sensors that monitor light\, soil moisture\, and water levels in real time\. It can even water the plant automatically when needed\. Think of it as a smart companion that keeps your plant happy and alive\, even when you’re not around\. Simple\, practical\, and a great way to explore IoT hands\-on\. **8:00 : Live Showcase : Play Games and interest with the IoT Project** **9:00: Close** **Speakers:** **Felix Li** is a product designer and developer who makes small indie games and interactive projects. He studied Innovation Design Engineering at Imperial College London and the Royal College of Art, and has worked across product design, front-end development, and game development. He likes building playful, mechanically interesting things and prototyping ideas quickly. **Suyash Joshi** is a software developer and evangelist with over a decade of experience in London and the San Francisco Bay Area. He holds Master’s in Game Design from Goldsmiths, University of London & Bachelor’s in Computer Science from the University of Michigan. He currently works at InfluxData and also organizes this meetup community. He also enjoys exploring the intersection of technology with magic. **Sponsor**: Big thanks to [Ramen Space](https://www.ramenclub.so/ramen-space) for hosting our meetup :) **Call for Speakers & Sponsors**: Please reach out to the organizer via meetup if interested in speaking / sponsoring at our future event.

**Details 🚀** This meetup is a **vibe coding jam** where we use [BeyondPlay](https://www.beyondplay.xyz/) to turn ideas into playable games! Whether you’re an experienced vibe coder or have never written a line of code, you’ll fit right in. You can use [BeyondPlay](https://www.beyondplay.xyz/) or any AI tools you like. Let's see what we can build together before the last order 🍻 **Format 🛠️** We’ll be teaming up in small groups (3–4 people). Everyone gets the game challenges, and then it’s heads-down building with your teammates. The goal is to **vibe, learn from each other, and see where the collaboration takes us.** **New to vibe coding? ✨** No worries! We begin with a simple starter guide with example prompts and tips so even total beginners can dive in without stress. *** **Schedule 🕒** *(Doors open early so we can settle in — aim to arrive by 6:50 PM so we can kick off on time)* * **7:00** – Presentation * **7:25** – Assignment + team formation 🤝 * **7:30** – **Round 1:** Build together 💻 * **8:15** – Break (grab a drink, swap ideas, hang out) 🍺 * **8:30** – **Round 2:** Keep building 🏗️ * **9:00** – Optional demos 📺 * **9:15** – Hang out, network, make friends ✌️ *** **Who is it for?** **Anyone!** Curious coders, tinkerers, designers, artists, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to explore AI-powered creativity in a fun, social pub setting. **What to bring:** * **Laptop!** 💻 * **Vibes** ⚡ 👉 **No pressure, no gatekeeping.** Just good people, fun ideas, and some fast-paced collaborative building.

Its Springtime, and the gardens and landscape are bursting into life! To celebrate this in our digital world, 3D London has partnered with ITOOSOFT, the makers of ForestPack, to bring you an evening of 3D horticultural inspiration. **Headline Presentations** * **Paul Roberts**, Training and Content Manager - ITOOSOFT "The Craft of Parametric Thinking" https://www.itoosoft.com/ * **Karen Gazzard**, The Ruby Cube. "How I have taken the skills learnt in arch-vis and applied them to a different industry - visualisation for ecology." https://therubycube.com/ **First-time Presentation** **Alesandros Vounatsos** \- Alvo Headquarters Production Company "Presenting his short film, produced in Blender". https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandros-vounatsos-aa3b3175/ The ITOO team kindly sponsored April's meetup. Thank you! Thanks to our sponsors for supporting our monthly meetups. **[SiNi Software](https://www.sinisoftware.com/)** , **[Chaos](https://www.chaos.com/) , [ITOOSOFT](https://www.itoosoft.com/) , [NTI](https://www.nti-group.com/uk/) , [Heata](https://www.heata.co/)** #3dlondon #monthlymeetup

We are excited to announce our upcoming Spring Community Showcase. This event is an opportunity for individuals at all skill levels to come together and share their experiences with Rust. Whether you’re working on a personal project, contributing to an open-source initiative, or teaching a concept related to Rust, we invite you to present your work and insights. Take this opportunity to build your confidence and share what you are doing. Speakers === If you would like to give a presentation, please send Ernest a direct message with your talk title and a brief abstract of approximately 60 words. Each presentation will last about 25 minutes, followed by 5 minutes for questions and answers, for a total of 30 minutes. We have four slots available this month. **Dan Groshev** Okmain Library: You have an image, but you want a colour How do you pick a colour that represents an image but also looks good? Dan will talk about his Okmain library, colour science, auto-vectorisation, SIMD, and his experience building it in Rust and PyO3. **Jérôme Étévé** Mockapot: A percolator library in Rust Jérôme is the author of the Mokcaccino library, which started as a way to marry my interests for Rust and for search technology. He will discuss the design, the tricky aspects of Rust he learned along the way, and how Rust and Python complement each other.

Join us for an engaging panel discussion on **AI Agentic Coding** and how autonomous AI systems are transforming the way software is built. Experts in AI, software engineering, and developer tools will share insights on how agentic AI—systems that can plan, reason, and execute coding tasks—is reshaping modern development workflows. The discussion will cover topics such as AI-assisted development, productivity gains, challenges around reliability and governance, and what the future of software engineering may look like with AI agents as collaborators. Whether you’re a developer, tech leader, or AI enthusiast, this session is a great opportunity to learn, ask questions, and explore how agentic AI is redefining coding

Pay attention! We’re delaying a week for those of you who may be on Spring break and/or celebrating the holiday. Ok, no pancakes, but waffles-a-plenty. Join the local UX and Digital Design community for a casual monthly breakfast. Look for us upstairs!

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Central Ohio Radio Enthusiasts—CORE—is an informal community for anyone enthusiastic or curious about radio—whether you're new to radio and want to learn or you've been tinkering for years and want to share. Ham radio operators, GMRS users, Meshtastic fans, software-defined radio nerds, makers, and technical and non-technical folks are all welcome. No experience required or expected. This month we have **WiFi HaLow: Introduction and Practical Use** with **Alex Barbur**. Details are are [core.radio](https://core.radio).

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)

2026 CSC SOFTBALL TEAM ANNOUNCEMENTS CSC Softball league is 16 teams - over 200 people. The countdown is over—the 2026 CSC Softball season kicks off with team announcements FRIDAY APRIL 10! Come find out who you’re playing with, who’s coaching, and start the season with great people and great energy. All Columbus Ski Club members & non members welcome! Meet your coach Meet your teammates Get pumped for the season ahead Whether you’re playing this season or just want to be part of the fun, join us to celebrate the start of another amazing CSC Softball year. Let’s play ball!

**First meetup of the Columbus AI Engineering group.** We’ll kick things off with a practical, beginner-friendly discussion on: **How LLMs like ChatGPT actually work — and how to build real applications with them.** We’ll cover: * what’s actually happening under the hood (at a high level) * why LLMs behave the way they do (hallucinations, prompt sensitivity, etc.) * how people are building real systems with them today * where things break in practice This will be a **short, informal talk (\~15–20 min)** followed by open discussion and Q&A. Whether you’re an engineer, builder, or just curious about how modern AI systems work, you’re welcome to join. No slides, no fluff — just real conversation about real systems. We’ll hang out afterward and get to know each other.