Statistical Computing

**Special topic for this week: TODO!** Have you ever wondered what happens after you write your program in any programming language and hit "Run"? Welcome to the new group dedicated to Compiler Engineering so we can discuss language design, static analysis, VMs, and code generation. Topics related to hardware architecture and FPGA are also welcomed! **Join us weekly and learn about:** * The vision for this group. * A crash course on how to start learning compiler dev (including top book recommendations). * An open networking session for showcasing projects and finding collaborators. * Weekly topic to learn about particular aspect of programming languages or hardware **Who is this for?** * Anyone building DSLs or new languages. * Anyone curious about low-level systems and programming * Anyone hiring for compiler/toolchain roles (come pitch your jobs!). * Anyone who wants to learn more about programming languages nature! This isn't a lecture—it's a conversation. Come share your projects and get motivated! This group is not super serious, so if you want to just yap about how bad is the new C++ standard you can find some listeners here. See you!

Join us for an exclusive in-person hands-on workshop on 24 June in in Singapore to elevate your software development practice using Agentic Spec Coding with Claude Code. ### **What is this Workshop?** This is a **5-hour, hands-on workshop** on **Spec Coding** and **Agentic Engineering** using **Claude Code** — held in-person in Singapore's CBD on **24 June 2025, 1pm–6pm**. If you've been experimenting with AI coding tools, vibe coding, or copy-pasting prompts into ChatGPT or Claude — and wondering why your projects break the moment you try to scale — this workshop is built for you. You'll learn the exact methodology that separates developers who build reliable, AI-powered software from those stuck in an endless loop of fixing hallucinated code. **Seats are strictly limited to 20 participants.** ### **What is Spec Coding?** Spec Coding is a structured, specification-driven approach to AI-assisted software development. Instead of casually prompting an AI and hoping for the best (vibe coding), you write clear **functional blueprints** that guide Claude Code — or any AI coding agent — to produce consistent, scalable, and maintainable output. Spec Coding is the foundation of **Agentic Engineering**: directing teams of automated AI agents to write, test, and fix code as a coordinated pipeline — not as a one-shot prompt. This workshop teaches you both. ### **What you'll learn (workshop Agenda)** **1\. Moving Beyond Random "Vibe Coding"** Understand why copy-pasting prompts fails at scale and what separates vibe coding from a repeatable engineering process. You'll leave with a mental model that changes how you interact with AI development tools forever. **2\. Writing Clear App Blueprints** Master the art of writing functional specifications — structured documents that tell Claude Code exactly what to build, how to handle edge cases, and what the expected outputs are. This is the core skill that unlocks reliable AI-generated code. **3\. Building Your Live Portfolio Website** Apply spec coding in real time to deploy a personal portfolio website. You will write the spec, run it through Claude Code, iterate, and publish — all within the session. **4\. Building a Smart Mini\-CRM App** Level up by tackling complex application state and data persistence. You'll build a functional mini-CRM app, confronting the exact challenges that trip up most AI-assisted development projects — and solving them systematically. **5\. Working with AI Developer Teams** Go beyond single-agent prompting. Learn how to direct multiple automated AI agents to write different parts of your codebase in parallel — the way professional agentic engineers work. **6\. Running Test\-Driven AI Pipelines** Learn agentic engineering techniques to automatically test, identify bugs, and trigger fix cycles — without manual intervention. This is how you ship software that actually works. ### **Who should attend?** This workshop is designed for: * **Startup founders** who want to ship products faster without a large engineering team * **Seasoned developers** looking to multiply their output using AI coding agents * **Software engineering leaders** exploring agentic workflows and AI-native development * **Product managers** who want to build and prototype without being blocked by developers * **Students and early-career technologists** who want to be AI-native engineers from day one **No advanced coding background required** — but participants should come prepared to build. All participants are expected to have an active **Claude Code subscription**. ### **Instructor: Santosh Rout** **Santosh Rout** is the founder of [navan.ai](https://navan.ai/) and Saaragh, with over **25 years of experience** in the IT and AI industry. He is the creator of **[sam.navan.ai](https://sam.navan.ai/)** — a leading Agentic Spec Coding platform — and has helped countless founders and engineering teams bridge the gap between complex product ideas and working, scalable software. Santosh's expertise sits at the intersection of **agentic workflows**, **specification-driven development**, and **production AI systems**. He has built multiple successful AI products and brings hard-won, practitioner-level knowledge to every session. ### **What past participants have built?** After attending navan.ai's spec coding and agentic engineering workshops, participants have gone on to build: * **A Peer-to-Peer Delivery Platform** — allowing travellers to list journeys and get paid to carry parcels along their route * **An EdTech Platform for Extra-Curricular Tracking** — helping students record and measure the impact of volunteering and extracurricular activities * **An AI-Powered CCTV Planning Tool** — where users upload floor plans and the system automatically suggests optimal camera placements and generates real-time quotes These are not toy projects. These are production-grade apps built by non-engineers using spec coding. ### **What a past participant said** *"Thank you for taking the time to conduct the session on Agentic Spec Coding. The discussion gave me a much better understanding of the concepts and practical approach involved. I especially found the insights very helpful. I look forward to applying what I learned and continuing to improve my skills in this area."* — **Anitha P**, Virtual Participant. **View snapshots of our previous workshops, bootcamps, and hackathons: [https://asca.navan.ai/gallery/](https://asca.navan.ai/gallery/)** ### **Event details** **Date:** Wednesday, 24 June 2025 **Time:** 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM SGT **Format:** In-person, hands-on workshop **Location:** **CBD / Central Business District, Singapore *(exact venue will be shared with registered participants in a few days)*** **Seats:** Limited to 20 participants **Prerequisite:** Active Claude Code subscription **Fee:** SGD 200 (20% discount available for group registrations of 4 or more together) **Organiser:** [Navan.ai](https://navan.ai/) ### **Register here: [https://luma.com/ly7pzcdr](https://luma.com/ly7pzcdr)** ### **Frequently asked questions** **Do I need to be a developer to attend?** Not necessarily. The workshop is designed for founders, PMs, and builders — not just developers. A basic comfort with technology helps, but the methodology is accessible to anyone willing to engage actively. **What do I need to bring?** Your laptop and an active Claude Code subscription. Come ready to build. **Why is this better than just watching YouTube tutorials on Claude Code?** Tutorials show you what's possible. This workshop gives you a repeatable system — spec coding methodology — that you can apply to any project, of any complexity, without breaking things the moment requirements change. **What makes spec coding different from vibe coding?** Vibe coding is ad-hoc: you describe what you want loosely and hope the AI figures it out. Spec coding is structured: you write a functional blueprint that the AI executes deterministically. The output is modular, maintainable, and won't collapse when you need to iterate. **Is this workshop specific to Claude Code?** The hands-on work uses Claude Code, and participants will need a Claude Code subscription. However, the spec coding methodology taught is platform-agnostic — it applies to any AI coding agent. *Organised by [navan.ai](https://navan.ai/) — the agentic spec coding platform powering the next generation of AI-native builders.* *Got questions? Reach us on connect@navan.ai or call us on (+65) 8608 9171.*

**Thank you for your interest.** **The event is currently fully booked, but places may open if registered guests cancel. Please join the waiting list here: [https://luma.com/ehv9t4u1](https://luma.com/ehv9t4u1)** \-\-\- # DATA LEADERS SINGAPORE # 02 # ​**An exclusive evening for senior data, AI and technology executives and experts*.*** *** ​24 June 2026 ​6:00 PM - 9:00 PM *** ​*Venue: Singapore Cricket Club* ​*Hosted by: DAMA Singapore* *** ​*Topic for the evening* ## ​**AI Harness and the Future of Data Governance** ​Halfway into 2026, it has already been a wild year. New models are shipping at the speed of light. Governance cannot keep up. ​Agents are already being used by consumers and employees in many different ways. Data governance is taking a new shape around control, accountability and organisational redesign. *** ## ​**We have local data and AI leaders and some from across the region, including speakers and participants flying in from New York, Tokyo and Australia.** ​*Agenda - Speakers and topics* > ​01 > ​**Topic: AI in Luxury Retail From Use Cases to Operational Reality** > ​**Speaker: Masood Pasha, Data & Analytics Manager, Louis Vuitton, Tokyo** > ​02 > ​**Topic: The Foundation for Trusted AI Data Contracts, Data Products, and Sovereignty** > ​**Speaker: Emma McGrattan, CTO, Actian, New York** > ​03 > ​**Topic: From AI Harness to Autonomous AI Reengineering Organisations for the AI Era** > ​**Speaker: Milind Gaharwar, Principal AI Scientist, Mercedes-Benz, Singapore** > > ​*Special Guest* > ​Jamie Fan > Global Head of Data Trust & Safety > TikTok *** ​*The event runs under the Chatham House Rule.* ​*Guests will be hosted with food and drinks curated by Singapore Cricket Club.* ​We are currently filling the seats. ## ​Thank you. We look forward to welcoming you at the Data Leaders evening! *** ​*\* For industry executives and practitioners. Please register with full details. Confirmation is subject to availability. By submitting, you consent to receive communications.* Location Singapore Cricket Club A Connaught Dr, Singapore 179681 The event is held at Singapore Cricket Club. Guests are kindly requested to observe the Club’s dress etiquette. Smart casual or business attire is recommended. Please avoid flip-flops, open-toe footwear for men, sandals, shorts, bermudas, singlets, collarless T-shirts, sportswear or overly casual attire. Thank you.

Hanging out with Humanists is a free and easy ground-up social gathering where you can meet and mingle with other fellow humanists and make new friends over dinner. Location : Hans Union, Springleaf Conveniently located just outside of TE4 *Springleaf* Exit 2. Brown line What to look for : Look for a lively group of people gathered together sitting outside on the long high table, and spot the pink T-shirt with the slogan “Be Good for Goodness' Sake” draped over a chair—a nod to the same shirts we proudly wore at Pink Dot. If you are attending for the first time, be sure to observe the [HumanistSG General Rules](https://humanist.org.sg/about/general-rules/ "https://humanist.org.sg/about/general-rules/") when attending the gathering for a pleasant experience, and [read a bit about the society and what we do](https://humanist.org.sg/key-hss-articles/ "https://humanist.org.sg/key-hss-articles/") on your way there! Contact: 94518486 if you are not able to locate us

**About This Group** This group is perfect for 1. **Beginner guitarists** who love singing and playing music in a group 2. **Sing-along enthusiasts** who don’t play the guitar but enjoy singing to live music **Who’s a Beginner Guitarist?** If you’ve been playing guitar for less than 12 months and are familiar with basic chords like G, C, D, Em, Am, and A—you’re in the right place. **Singers Welcome!** As long as you enjoy singing and can carry a simple tune, you’re absolutely qualified. No experience required—just bring your voice and your enthusiasm! We’ll also share tips and ideas to help each other improve our guitar skills in a fun and supportive environment. **Come for the Music—Stay for the Community** Expect laughter, learning, and meaningful connections with fellow music lovers. **Important Note:** While we meet at a church venue, this is *not* a religious or church-based group. People of all beliefs and backgrounds are welcome. ***COMPILATION OF OUR JAM SONGS:*** [https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Aw-MuvPHAhU23DhncMBcYK_17TgIqhKH](https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Aw-MuvPHAhU23DhncMBcYK_17TgIqhKH) ***LOAN OF GUITARS :*** \> We have 10\-15 guitars to loan out for the session\. First come\, first served basis\. ***FREQUENCY OF THE JAM SESSIONS*** : \> The jam takes place fortnightly on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month\. ***REGISTRATION:*** \> Entry into the venue is STRICTLY by registration ONLY\. \> No walk\-in will be entertained\.

FOC. Room #02-05 opens 6.30pm for networking. Meeting starts 7pm sharp. Free of Charge. Meeting at LENG KEE CC Room 02-05 opposite REDHILL MRT Green line Come Upgrade yr Public Speaking Skills & Leadership skills at the most premier club in Singapore. 1st IN THE WORLD to qualify for 10/10 of the distinguished club program. The club which clocks in all the Memberships ribbons conquer yr Fear of Public Speaking. Singapore's Top Public Speaking Club. FREE OF CHARGE (Usual $10/meeting)

For those who labour with words: a gathering of Christian writers this Friday evening. Essayists, poets, bloggers, novelists, and those who simply sense the pull to write but have not yet begun. We will share our work, wrestle with the discipline of writing honestly, and encourage one another to write not for applause but as an offering. Bring a piece you are working on, or come simply to listen and be stirred. Writing for the Christian is never merely self-expression. It is a kind of martyria (Latin testimonium) — from the Greek martys, witness; the same root that gives us “martyr.” To write truthfully is to bear witness, and witness always costs something. Come and take up that costly, joyful work with others.

**ANNOUNCEMENT – Registration via this [link](https://go.gov.sg/stackmeetup-25jun2026) only.** Singpass is the backbone of Singapore's national digital identity, but what does it actually take to run, scale, and evolve the infrastructure beneath? In this engineering-focused Meetup, we'll trace the evolution of Singpass’ infrastructure from its early days to the present. Deep dive into the modern architectural strategies being deployed today by the team to ensure that this critical digital product is secure and resilient by default. Moving past the buzzwords, we will dissect what truly constitutes PaaP or Platform as a Product, and pull back the curtain on the real-world realities of leading a platform engineering team. Whether you are currently building internal tooling or seeking inspiration on scaling your cloud-native systems, this session will challenge you to rethink how your organisation can approach infrastructure.​ Who should attend: ​​Software Engineers, Cloud and Infrastructure professionals, and Product Managers working on infrastructure platforms. Attendees should have a basic understanding of Kubernetes or Cloud Service Providers. **Programme** 6:30pm: Networking 7:00pm: Introduction By STACK Community 7:05pm: Opening By Tay Li Soon, Deputy Director, Product Management and Head of Product, Singpass, GovTech Singapore 7:15pm: What’s In A Platform? The evolution of Singpass infrastructure and the latest unification efforts [Part 1] By Lian Yuanlin, Engineering Manager, Core Platform, Singpass 7:35pm: What’s In A Platform? The evolution of Singpass infrastructure and the latest unification efforts [Part 2] By Adinda Savitri, Lead Product Manager, Core Platform, Singpass 8:00pm: Q&A 8:30pm: End of STACK Meetup Click **[here](https://go.gov.sg/stackmeetup-25jun2026)\*** to sign up! \*Registration will be accepted via GovEntry only.

Note: This sign-up is **exclusively for SMU students.** Are you interested to try out modern AI-powered development workflows? 🤖✨ Join us for an exclusive hands-on workshop with AWS and Kiro where you will learn how to use Kiro and explore the powerful tools available within the Kiro IDE to build real-world projects more efficiently 🚀 This session will include guided workshops, live demonstrations, and opportunities to connect with fellow student developers and industry professionals from AWS 👨‍💻👩‍💻 🍕 Dinner and swags will be provided 🎁 💻 Bring your own laptop and charger for the workshop 🚀

This month, we return to the crowd-favourite topic of Agentic Systems & Harnesses! Talks: **"Patterns of Successful Agent Harnesses" - Sam Witteveen** In a talk he previously delivered at Google Cloud Next in Las Vegas, Sam will focus on the core patterns and components of successful agents and harnesses, covering patterns from coding agents like Claude Code & Codex through personal agents like OpenClaw & Hermes. These patterns clearly show what is working in building modern agents. **"Trying to download more RAM for my life" - Raghav Bhardwaj** In this lightning talk, Raghav describes his month-long journey hacking in OpenClaw to build a personal agent OS. He goes over changes made for continuity across hundreds of projects, and turning scattered chats, files, tasks, tools, and memories into a working loop that can keep up with the mess. **"Local Models & Self-Evolving Harnesses" - Martin Andrews** In his talk, Martin will first explain how a number of the recently announced self-updating harness systems work. Then, in light of the recent turbulence in the world of Foundation Models, he'll talk about Local Models, and how to increase business robustness. **FOOD UPDATE :** Google has told us that **there WILL BE** pizza at the event \-\-\- Talks will start at 7:10pm (entry at 6:45pm) and end at around 9:00pm, at which point attendees can come up to the front for a bit of a chat with each other, and the speakers. Due to some recent security incidents at the venue please take note of the new DevSpace security procedures [https://bit.ly/devspace-security](https://bit.ly/devspace-security) Attendees will not be admitted later than 15min after the talks have started. As always, we're actively looking for more speakers - both '30 minutes long-form', and lightning talks. For the lightning talks, we welcome folks to come and talk about something cool they've done with keras, PyTorch, JAX and/or Deep Learning for 5-10mins (so, if you have slides, then #max=10). We believe that the key ingredient for the success of a Lightning Talk is simply the cool/interesting factor. It doesn't matter whether you're an expert or an enthusiastic beginner: Given the responses we have had to previous talks, we're sure there are lots of people who would love to hear what you've been playing with. If you're interested in talking, please just introduce yourself to Martin at one of the events.

**DISCLAIMER: NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE** Casual run of about 3.5km - 4km. Hais, seems like there isnt a a community run group on bitcoin in Singapore. Please visit below page to sign up (Dont pangseh hor). https://www.meetup.com/runningbitcoinsg It is the only way I can filter out the bots. There is always more things to learn about Bitcoin. One of it being low time preference. The group welcomes anyone who is interested in knowing more about saving in bitcoin or simply just want to join us to have a good run.

Hi everyone, We will be having our monthly meetup event on 27th June Saturday at 2pm at Two Blur Guys cafe (Level 2 Lecture Room) at 387 Jalan Besar. Look for Mr Teddy Lee when you reach the place. My hp no. is 9645 7493. This is a AI Lead Generation Masterclass and networking event for everyone interested in AI or ChatGPT and to discuss about the latest developments in the use of AI for Lead Generation. You can join our LinkedIn group at [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14301790/](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14301790/) and also our Telegram group at [https://t.me/+oJTJ-6fBKs04MTI1](https://t.me/+oJTJ-6fBKs04MTI1) Event Description: ✅ How AI is transforming lead generation and telemarketing ✅ Common challenges in traditional sales prospecting and how to overcome them ✅ How AI-powered calling can engage prospects 24/7 ✅ Best practices for qualifying leads automatically before handing them to your sales team ✅ Real-world examples of businesses using AI to increase productivity and reduce operating costs ✅ How to integrate AI outreach into your existing sales process Speaker: Eron Hwang • **Eron Hwang** has built his career around helping businesses acquire customers and secure growth opportunities. Beginning in the IT industry before moving into insurance advisory and SME financing, he has accumulated over 8 years of experience in sales, business development, and client engagement. • As an advocate for AI-driven business solutions, Eron now works with companies to modernize their lead generation processes through AI telemarketing and automation technologies. His sessions focus on practical, real-world strategies that help SMEs increase sales productivity and stay competitive in an evolving business landscape. Agenda • 2pm start of registration • 230pm start of sharing by the speaker from AI Nexus Communications Pte. Ltd. • 250pm Q&A session • 3pm start of networking event • 4pm end of event Note: Please bring along your name cards for networking purposes or exchange your LinkedIn profile is also possible.

Connecting Global Asians & The World 🌏 We are finally coming to Singapore ! The premier community for Global Asians — connecting the modern Asian diaspora, expats, and internationally-minded locals. 📍 Location: BQ Bar 39 Boat Quay, Singapore 049828 ⚡ Who is this for? We are a hub for people who identify with the "Global Asian" experience: 🌏 Living Abroad: Asians living, working, or studying overseas. ✈️ Cross-Cultural: Returnees, Third Culture Kids (TCK), or expats within Asia. 🤝 Global Mindset: Locals in Japan/Vietnam/Philippines who want to connect with the world. ⚡ Why Join? ✅ Instant Connection: Meet people who share your unique cross-cultural background. ✅ English Friendly: The common language for our global community. ✅ Safe & Chill: A relaxed "Third Place" for genuine conversations. 🚀 Our Vision "Connecting Asia & The World" Building a borderless community where you always have a "home away from home," whether you are in Sydney, Tokyo, Nagoya, or Saigon. 📈 The Network 🇦🇺 Australia: Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne (4,500+ Members) 🌏 Asia (2026): Launching in Tokyo, Nagoya, Ho Chi Minh, and Cebu. 🛡️ Zero Tolerance Policy To ensure a high-quality community, we strictly ban: 🚫 Soliciting: No MLM, business recruitment, or poaching. 🚫 Harassment: No pickup artists or creepy behavior. Violators are removed immediately. 🎁 BECOME A FOUNDING MEMBER (VIP) We are building an official app to connect our community safely! Join the VIP list for early access and priority invites to special parties. 👉[ \[Join the VIP List here\]](https://forms.gle/T2KukvgEiGWEz3VR9)

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)

**Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). Topic: This month Chris Pazsint will be talking about Agentic Coding. How does one use CLI Based Agents, and Agentic IDEs such as Cursor, Kiro, Antigravity? How to include agentic coding plugins for IDEs you already love such as Visual Studio Code. We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com

(Note: RSVPing here on meetup does NOT reserve your seat. To do that, you’ll need to register at our website, [HERE](https://www.coreerocks.com/Events.aspx?ID=Picnic-with-a-Purpose-Real-Estate-Networking-That-Actually-Pays-Off-14-7-7-2026).) Real estate is a proven wealth-builder—it has been for generations. But it’s not a solo sport. You need PEOPLE—who can advise you, partner with you, bring you deals, and buy deals from you. We’re all about bringing you the best, most active, most got-your-back people in Central Ohio, which is why our July meeting is all about real conversations with real investors at our annual Picnic with a Purpose. This is where: * Deals get discussed * Partnerships get formed * Funding relationships start * Problems get solved faster Bring your family. Build your network. Strengthen the relationships that actually move your business forward. Members and first-time guests are free. Returning guests are $35. Location is a local park and will be shared after registration. Space is limited, so you’ll want to secure your spot now. Remember, to actually reserve your seat, you have to go [HERE](https://www.coreerocks.com/Events.aspx?ID=Picnic-with-a-Purpose-Real-Estate-Networking-That-Actually-Pays-Off-14-7-7-2026) and register on our website!

**Latest Dojo Location!** **Knotty Pine Brewing** 1765 W 3rd Ave, Columbus, OH 43212 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 speakers for our Monthly Meetups! Fill out the form if you are interested in presenting to the Python Community. https://forms.gle/ehSfUAC2WgR34Crq9

This presentation will be by Ben Iten, humanist chaplain and HCCO Board Member. Speaking on expressing Humanism values in American democracy. This meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online. The formal presentation will start at noon. Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called "Going to HCCO" and we still like to think of it as our flagship event. Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC)

**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** *Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code* Visual Studio Code is one of the most widely used development environments today, and much of its flexibility comes from its extension ecosystem. Extensions allow developers to customize the editor with new features, integrations, and workflow improvements tailored to their needs. In this session, we’ll cover what extensions are and the different types available, including full extensions written in TypeScript or JavaScript, along with lighter-weight extensions such as color themes, language packs, language support, code snippets, and keymaps. We’ll also look at practical reasons a developer might create an extension, from automating repetitive tasks to adding custom tooling. The session includes a hands-on walkthrough of creating a new extension, testing it locally, and understanding the basic project structure. We’ll close with a brief overview of how extensions are packaged and published to the Visual Studio Marketplace and other distribution options. **YouTube Link** TBD

Most people still use AI like a search box: type one question, get one answer, repeat. But the next step is AI agents: systems that can take a goal, break it into steps, use tools, remember context, and produce useful work for a human to review. In this beginner-friendly session, we’ll demystify what AI agents actually are — without hype or jargon. We’ll walk through practical examples of how agents can help with research, planning, writing, coding, operations, and personal productivity. We’ll cover: * What makes an AI “agent” instead of just a chatbot * How agents break tasks into steps * Where agents are genuinely useful today * Where they fail, hallucinate, or need human review * How to design simple AI workflows for your own work * A live demo of an AI agent-style workflow from start to finish No coding experience required. This is for anyone who wants to understand where AI tools are going and how to use them more effectively right now. 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.