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Please be reminded that participants should already know at least all Hiragana, Katakana letters and basic grammar.
Important points to remember: 
(1) Participation for the purpose of dating or solicitation is also strictly prohibited. 
(2) We are usually seated somewhere in front of the fruit and juices store 
Q. Do I need to pay?
A. No! All the native Japanese participants are volunteers.
【日本語を教えるボランティア募集】
・このグループでは一緒に日本語を教えてくれるボランティアを募集しています。
・今のところは隔週１回、水曜日に開催していますが、ボランティアが増え次第、頻度を増やしていこうと考えています。
・今のところ中級、上級レベルの学習者がメインで、日本語を使い会話練習するだけなので、日本語を教えたご経験が無くても問題ありません。
・興味がある方は、気軽に参加下さい。

**tl;dr** Share stories of people you met in your travels. **Details:** * Where: **7:30 to 8:50 PM, Bugis NLB library,** **Program Room 1** (**basement**) or via Zoom * **Zoom link:** Email joinmeet@posteo.net for the link * After: Discussions until last train/bus at the Bras Basah building food court next doors. * Optional: Join **Telegram for reminder**: [https://t.me/+7TNAbjU60PVjOTE1](https://t.me/+7TNAbjU60PVjOTE1) (super low volume, used for reminders only) More: Besides seeing new places, one of the joys of travel is encountering people. Not just the locals at our destinations, but also the travelers we meet along the way—at airports, rest stops, perhaps trains. Do you have stories of any such encounters? Perhaps someone who borrowed your phone charger, then ended up telling you their life story. Someone you found interesting, spent talking the half the night, but were too shy to ask for their contact. Or someone who went out of their way to help you in a crisis. Join us and share stories of your encounters during your travels.

With the rise of AI, software and application development is changing fast. Today, it’s less about whether you code in Vue, React, or another framework—it’s about **how you leverage AI-driven development** and which languages and frameworks work best with LLMs. At this meetup, we’ll explore how AI is transforming software development. Even if you focus solely on frontend, you’ll discover new approaches and practices that can reshape the way you build applications. Join us to discuss **Agentic Engineering** and the new horizons AI opens for developers!

🗓️Midweek Power Workout ⏳60-minute session 🎟️ New Participant Benefit Elevate your midweek routine with our energizing full-body workout experience, designed to help you move better, feel stronger, and stay motivated. This dynamic 60-minute session is suitable for all fitness levels—from beginners to experienced participants—combining cardio, strength, and endurance training through engaging circuits and effective resistance exercises. Each workout is thoughtfully structured to build total-body strength, enhance stamina, and support lean muscle development. Beyond physical results, our sessions focus on confidence, consistency, and overall well-being. You’ll be welcomed into a supportive and inclusive training environment where you can exercise safely, progress at your own pace, and stay motivated throughout your fitness journey. 🎟️ New Participant Benefit First-time attendees receive a complimentary body composition analysis to establish a fitness baseline and support personalized goal-setting. “The only bad workout is the one you didn’t do.” 🕒 Schedule: Wednesdays, 7:15 PM – 8:15 PM 📍 Location: Aperia Mall, Open Plaza 🎒 What to Bring: Yoga mat, towel, water Whether your goal is strength, endurance, or maintaining an active lifestyle, our experienced team is committed to helping you achieve sustainable, long-term results. Join us and take the next step toward a healthier, stronger you. 💪 ⚠️ Disclaimer Participation in this event is voluntary. Attendees acknowledge that physical activity carries inherent risks and agree to take part at their own discretion. The organizers are not liable for any injuries or health-related incidents.

**ANNOUNCEMENT – Registration via this [link](https://go.gov.sg/stackmeetup-26feb2026-mc) only.** * Seats are on a first-come, first-served basis. * For admission into our event space, please register beforehand via GovEntry only. * Please present the QR code within your registration confirmation email upon check-in at our event space. **About this Meetup** In this STACK Meetup, hear from the GovTech’s Data Practice and SG Gov teams on how data platforms are engineered to optimise the sharing of data sets to create smarter workflows and deliver more efficient, future-proof government services.​ ​ Learn from real-world examples of logical data harmonisation and find out how a game-changing approach to overcoming data silo challenges helped URA urban planners work collaboratively. Go on a journey with Singpass as they explore the tech side of shifting analytics workflows and optimising user experience with security, speed, and accessibility in mind. ​ ​ Stay on for a dynamic Panel Discussion featuring insights from industry partners on the future of data sharing too!​ Join us today. Seats are limited so **[sign up](https://go.gov.sg/stackmeetup-26feb2026-mc) now!** **Programme** 6:30pm: Networking (Light food available) 7:00pm: Introduction By STACK Community 7:05pm: Opening By Yap Ghim Eng​, Head of Data Practice, GovTech Singapore 7:15pm: Building URA's Planning Sectorial Data Hub (PSDH)​ By Blossom Tang​, Senior Systems Analyst, Design & Planning Lab,​ Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)​; and Ng Lee Ning, Data Engineer, Data Practice, GovTech Singapore 7:35pm: Singpass Data Platform: Data-Driven Decisions with ML & AI​ By Ian Ho​, Senior Manager, Data Science, Singpass​, GovTech​ Singapore; and Syahri Ikram Ismail, Data Engineer, Singpass, GovTech Singapore 8:05pm: Panel Discussion Panellists * James Toh, Solution Engineer, Snowflake * Simon Tschöke, Senior Solutions Architect, Databricks Moderator * Yap Ghim Eng, Head of Data Practice, GovTech 8:30pm: End of STACK Meetup Click **[here](https://go.gov.sg/stackmeetup-26feb2026-mc)\*** to sign up! \*Registration will be accepted via GovEntry only.

Join our vibrant volunteer community at Wildlings Forest School Singapore, **Dempsey Hill**, where we come together on the **2nd, 3rd, and 4th Thursdays of every month** to nurture our gardens and regenerate our forest trails that support our unique learning environment. #### Why Join? * It’s absolutely free! * Gain hands-on knowledge from our passionate team as we share resources and expertise. * Enjoy fresh produce and the fruits of your labour. * Help restore and enhance our forest trails, making them safe, sustainable, and magical for all who explore them. * Support environmental education by shaping the natural spaces where children thrive. * Beautify and enrich Wildlings to create a vibrant habitat for wildlife biodiversity. * Promote eco-conscious living by engaging in meaningful, sustainable practices. #### Who Can Participate? * Adults and students aged 16 and above. Young people aged 12–15 may join with an accompanying adult. * Local residents and community members. * Anyone passionate about nature, wellness, or sustainability. * Parents of Wildlings Forest School students (Hornbills and Eagles groups; Sunbirds are a little too young for this one!). * Aspiring Forest School Leaders and outdoor educators. * Nature enthusiasts and hobbyists from all walks of life. #### What Does Each Session Offer? * **Warm Welcome**: Start your morning by sampling fresh produce straight from our gardens. * **Interactive Learning**: Begin with a thematic talk, then explore the gardens and forest trails through a guided walk and observation session. * **Hands-On Work**: Get involved with physical gardening tasks, trail conservation efforts, and ongoing sustainability projects. * **Group Reflections**: Wrap up with thoughtful group reflections and a friendly farewell.

**LEARN MANDARIN WITH US** **和我们一起学华语/普通话** Come and join us every Saturday afternoon and learn some useful Mandarin from proficient speakers in a friendly and casual atmosphere. Besides learning the language, you will also get to make new friends from all around the world. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate and advanced learner, we welcome you. The meetup starts at 4 pm. We will try our best to arrange seating at this time so that each group has expert Mandarin speakers. If you come later than 4.10 pm we cannot guarantee ideal seating. Seating priorities will be given to those who signed up. **欢迎会说华语/普通话的朋友** 我们非常欢迎会说华语/普通话的朋友来参加我们这个华语/普通话练习小组，帮助来自世界各地的朋友学习华语/普通话。 *** GETTING THERE Take Downtown (blue) Line or Circle (yellow) Line to Promenade MRT. Take Exit C at Promenade MRT, and go up to level 3. LOCATING US INSIDE THE FOOD COURT Look for a round tables section near the wall of the food court away from the stalls. You can drop the Event Host a message if you are lost. NO COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES We welcome anyone who is keen to learn a language or help others learn the language. However, this is NOT the platform for individuals who have other intentions, such as recruiting members for their business or organization or selling products or services. We will not hesitate to ask such individuals to stop attending our meetups.

Je vous invite á une soirée de conversation en français, tous les vendredis. C’est pour ceux qui veux ameliorer leur connaisance de la langue française, comme moi. Comme vous voyez, je ne connais pas cette langue telement bien. Alors, les francophones natifs sont également les bienvenus. Venez nous raconter l'histoire de votre vie, votre passe-temps favori, ce que vous aimez ou n’aimez pas au sujet de la France, ou dans la langue française, ou tout aspect de la grammaire ou du vocabulaire, dans un environnement tranquille et sympathique.

这是一个双周一次的小型学习空间，通过轻松的讨论和互动练习，提高英语口语和交流能力。 A small biweekly space to improve English speaking and communication through relaxed discussion and interactive exercises. **本次主题 / Topic:** **自我介绍与日常生活 / Introduce Yourself & Your Daily Life** * 每位成员分享自己的名字、日常生活和兴趣爱好 * 练习提问和互动对话，提高英语表达能力 * 轻松、低压力，让大家互相认识并熟悉环境 **活动形式 / Format:** * 简短主题讨论 / Short themed discussion * 小组练习和互动 / Group exercises and interaction * 放松口语练习 / Relaxed speaking practice **适合对象 / Who this is for:** * 想提高英语表达和沟通能力的人 / People who want to improve English speaking skills * 喜欢轻松练习和互动的人 / People who enjoy practicing in a friendly, interactive environment 组织者会在活动中帮助解决任何英语问题 / The organizer will help with any English problems and clarify during the session 带上好奇心和开放心态就可以了！ Bring curiosity and an open mind — nothing else is needed!

Whatsapp Philip for any questions: 8452 0693 Hola! Come and pick up some Spanish at Saturday Spanish: Sábado de Español. Learners of all ages and all levels are welcome. All our language-learning meetup events are free of charge. WE WANT SPANISH SPEAKERS TOO! We are on a constant lookout for proficient Spanish speakers (not necessarily native) to come and share their knowledge of the language and culture. If you speak the language, come and join us and make lots of friends. See you there amigos! Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/mRfYKAMXaL9rLLEz8 *** 1. NO COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES We welcome anyone who is keen to learn a language or help others learn the language. However, this is NOT the platform for individuals who have other intentions, such as recruiting members for their business/organisation, WhatsApp groups or selling products or services. We will not hesitate to ask such individuals to stop attending our meetups if they have been found to be pestering our members for such purposes. 2\. GETTING THERE Take Downtown Line or Circle Line to Promenade MRT. At Promenade MRT take Exit C, turn right and walk into Suntec City, take the escalators or lift to level 3, you will find FOOD ARENA foodcourt next to Burger King. 3\. LOCATING US INSIDE THE FOOD COURT We usually will have a "SPANISH" sign at our table. You can ask the other language groups at the food court where the Spanish Group is sitting, they will help guide you.

Please use this link to RSVP: [https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/1982170682871](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/ai-tickets-1982170682871?aff=erelexpmlt) 活动亮点：1. 持续强化“透明与公平”的制度文化 2. 建立动态的人才盘点机制 3. 把“团队激励”与“经营结果”更紧密结合 在 AI 快速发展的时代，中小企业不缺内容工具，**缺的是一套真正可执行、可持续的品牌内容体系**。 预算有限、人手不足、内容断断续续，是许多企业在品牌建设与获客过程中反复遇到的难题。 本次讲座将聚焦**中小企业如何用 AI 低成本、高效率构建品牌内容系统**，带你看清当前 AI 内容创作的趋势，厘清品牌与销售的关键差异，并手把手分享如何运用 AI 工具，快速搭建涵盖**官网、社交媒体与视觉设计**的内容架构。 无论你是企业主、创业者，还是负责市场与内容的执行者，都能从本次分享中获得**可直接应用的思路与方法**，让 AI 不只是“好像很厉害”，而是真正帮你省时间、降成本、提升品牌影响力。 适合想要用更少资源，做出更专业品牌内容的你。

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit: From Intent to Implementation* Spec-driven development flips the traditional workflow on its head: instead of code being the source of truth, the specification becomes the backbone of design, collaboration, and delivery. In this session, we’ll explore how GitHub Spec-Kit enables teams to treat specifications as first-class artifacts—living documents that drive architecture, implementation, and verification. You’ll learn how Spec-Kit helps teams clearly express intent using structured, version-controlled specs that live alongside code. We’ll walk through a practical workflow that starts with defining system behavior and constraints, then progressively refines those specs into testable, automatable outcomes. Along the way, we’ll show how specs can reduce ambiguity, improve cross-functional collaboration, and make design decisions explicit before a single line of production code is written. This talk will cover: --What spec-driven development is (and what it isn’t) --How GitHub Spec-Kit fits into modern developer workflows --Using specs to align product, engineering, and AI-assisted development --Real-world examples of turning specs into implementations with confidence Whether you’re building greenfield systems, integrating AI into your stack, or trying to reduce costly rework, spec-driven development offers a scalable way to move faster without sacrificing clarity. Attendees will leave with concrete patterns and a clear mental model for adopting GitHub Spec-Kit in their own projects. **YouTube Link** TBA

The March Ohio North Database Training user group meeting will be held on **March 3rd, 2026 at 5:00PM**. This will be a **HYBRID** event and we will be joined in person by **Sam Nasr**. You're welcome to come meet in-person at our meeting location, the offices of Improving at **[6000 Freedom Square Dr,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** **[Unit 110,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** **[Independence, OH 44131](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** [Teams Link ](https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YTg3MTY3NzItODI3OS00MTRjLTgzYTItYTBlMjY5NTQ5MzU4%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b966f302-6b93-4686-9041-c084635642c5%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2278c760cb-657f-46aa-bd2f-7066d9403bdb%22%7d)if anyone needs it after RSVP-ing for in person. If you would like to subscribe to our email list outside of Meetup, we have changed platforms recently and you will need to register [here in Kit ](https://ohio-north-data-training.kit.com/b8f036f615)instead to receive emails. Agenda: **5:00 PM EST**: Online and in-person meeting begins with a social hour. This is an unstructured hour where you can join us to catch up and meet other group members before the session starts. There will be food brought in for in-person attendees. **6:00 PM EST**: Updates and announcements, followed by our feature presentation. See below for presentation details. **7:30 PM EST**: Optionally after the main presentations, the in-person crowd may go out for snacks and drinks at a local establishment. We hope to see you there! Session Abstract ### **Data Cleansing using Data Bricks** Machine Learning is highly dependent on adequate data. Not only does quantity matter, but more importantly quality. In this session we’ll cover how to build a custom automated process using Data Bricks. This will provide methods for cleaning data in a data lake using functions in Azure. \*Please note, that we will be using Microsoft Teams for the online portion of this meeting. You may want to join a few minutes early to ensure you do not have any issues. If you are attending in person, there are large TVs at the office, and you do not need to bring a laptop or use Teams.

**Hello Columbus!** **The community is buzzing and growing well.** **We are thrilled to bring our third BrowserStack QA Meetup on March 12th!** 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** * **[Sam Gomez](https://www.linkedin.com/in/samueljgomez/)** is presenting "AI is more than LLMs: Choosing the right AI for your needs." **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:** March 12, 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:** AI is all the hype these days; however, despite (or maybe because of) the excitement around it, a high percentage of AI projects fail. Projects that are over budget, delayed, or that fail to scale past the POC phase are very common. In many of these scenarios, choosing the right approach can be as critical as the solution itself. Should you build a tailored machine learning model, leverage the power of large language models (LLMs), or integrate with AI copilots? Each option has unique strengths, trade-offs, and resource requirements, and the key to success lies in aligning your choice with your business goals and technical constraints. In this talk, we will go beyond the basic concepts and definitions to provide a practical guide that allows attendees to navigate these decisions through real-world case studies. We will examine scenarios in which different AI paradigms were chosen, discuss the factors that influenced those decisions, and outline the process for evaluating needs, constraints, and outcomes. From assessing data availability and team expertise to balancing cost and scalability, you'll gain insights into the critical considerations that guide the selection process. By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear process for determining whether machine learning, LLMs, or copilots are best suited to your AI challenges and understand the resources and strategies needed to bring your chosen solution to life. This talk is ideal for decision-makers, technical leads, and innovators seeking to demystify AI implementation and maximize the impact of their investments.

Our monthly PHP meetup. A virtual shindig courtesy of Zoom. Check back here for the details around 6:15 pm

**Presenter:** Auri Rahimzadeh, Principal Software Architect, Momentum3 **Time:** Pizza at 6:00, Presentation Starts at 6:30pm Eastern **Location:** Theoris, 9000 Keystone Crossing, Suite 230, Indianapolis .NET 10 is here alongside a practically rewritten Visual Studio 2026. Learn about the new C# 14 features, VS2026 niceties, and more! Looking forward to seeing you there!

Meeting @ Improving's office in Downtown Columbus, near Cosi. Parking is paid, food & drink are free! This time we're hanging out after the long winter break. We are going to look at a group-member's project used to help learn the fundamentals of Go, and if time allows, we can take a look at how we like to build Go projects using AI.

**New Dojo Location!** **Draft Day Columbus** 1130 Dublin Road Columbus, OH 43215 We're going to try a new dojo location for a few weeks and see how it works Dojos are informal Python group study sessions where everyone interested in Python gathers to learn about Python, help others with Python, or just hang out. Everyone is welcome from Python beginners to experts. Bringing a laptop is encouraged (we'll have extension cords and power strips). If there's something you want to learn leave a comment on this invite so we can plan ahead. We're looking for topic suggestions and people interested in presenting at our monthly meetings. To this end we've set up a survey form at [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15eBKF1nQQ2XS5gzD4rvhVRHMBEj7lJtHuA9wXupS3Uc](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15eBKF1nQQ2XS5gzD4rvhVRHMBEj7lJtHuA9wXupS3Uc)