Statistical Science

**📍Basta Callejón** **Av. Juan B Justo 2441, CABA** Seas SysAdmin, Developer, DBA, InfoSec, Networking o de cualquier profesión ligada a sistemas. Incluso si te interesa este ámbito, las #AdminBirras son tu lugar. Hace ya varios años que nos juntamos a charlar y tomar algo, arrancando a las 19 hasta que nos echen. Whether you are a SysAdmin, Developer, DBA, InfoSec, Networking or any profession related to IT, even if you are interested in this field, #AdminBirras is your place. For years we've been meeting to chat and have a drink in Buenos Aires starting at 7:00 p.m. until they kick us out. We welcome nomads traveling in Buenos Aires! come by and have some beers with local IT people!

🇪🇸Español Abajo 👇 💫 **Biodanza: Conexión auténtica a través del movimiento** 💫🫂 Have you ever experienced this? You meet someone on the dance floor, share a rhythm, a glance, a smile. You don’t even know their name, yet you feel a sense of connection and human unity. That’s Biodanza. 🔹 **What to expect?** ✔️ Connecting with others in an authentic way — this time through the body ✔️ No steps, no choreography. Two left feet are welcome! ✔️ Inspiring movement invitations that awaken your inner child and reveal hidden potentials If you’re ready to dive into the unknown and meet others in a direct, playful, and unpredictable way, this is your call! Remember: our bodies don’t lie — they simply express what is alive within us. 📍 **Where?** Centro Cultural “Portal Rojo", Quito 4231 (Almagro) 💰 **How much?** 23000$ To ensure your participation, please confirm beforehand by WhatsApp & transfer. The number is: +54911 6996 7828 (Valerie) 🙋🏼‍♀️ **Who?** Your facilitator is Valerie Kattenfeld. She was trained by the family of the founders of Biodanza and loves guiding group processes that foster human connection in safe, non-judgmental spaces — using dance as her main tool. 👟 **What to bring?** Wear comfortable clothes that allow you to move easily, both standing and on the floor. Bring a bottle of water. ☕ **And afterwards?** Join us for a coffee at Diletto nearby! **FOLLOW US** **INSTAGRAM: @CULTURE.SHOCKTHERAPY / @valeriekattenfeld** [https://www.instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy/](Instagram) *** 💫 **Biodanza: Conexión auténtica a través del movimiento** 💫🫂 ¿Alguna vez viviste esta experiencia? Conocés a alguien en la pista de baile, comparten un ritmo, una mirada, una sonrisa. Ni siquiera sabés su nombre y, sin embargo, sentís una complicidad y una profunda conexión humana. Eso es Biodanza. 🔹 **¿Qué podés esperar?** ✔️ Conectar con otras personas de manera auténtica — esta vez a través del cuerpo ✔️ Sin pasos, sin coreografías. ¡Bienvenidas las personas con dos pies izquierdos! ✔️ Propuestas de movimiento inspiradoras que despiertan tu niño interior y evocan potenciales tapadas Si estás lista/o para sumergirte en lo desconocido y encontrarte con otras personas de una manera directa, lúdica e impredecible, esta es tu invitación. Recordá: el cuerpo no miente, simplemente expresa lo que está vivo en nuestro interior. 📍 **¿Dónde?** Centro Cultural “Portal Rojo", Quito 4231 (Almagro) 💰 **¿Cuánto?** 23.000$ Para asegurar tu lugar, la reserva se confirma previamente por WhatsApp y pago anticipado. El numero es: +54911 6996 7828 (Valerie) 🙋🏼‍♀️ **¿Quién?** La facilitadora es Valerie Kattenfeld. Se formó con la familia de los fundadores de Biodanza y le apasiona acompañar procesos grupales que fomentan la conexión humana en espacios seguros y libres de juicio, utilizando la danza como herramienta principal. 👟 **¿Qué traer?** Vení con ropa cómoda que te permita moverte con facilidad, tanto de pie como en el suelo. Traé una botella de agua. ☕ **¿Y después?** ¡Después de Biodanza podés sumarte a un café en Diletto, que queda cerquita! **SEGUINOS** **INSTAGRAM: @CULTURE.SHOCKTHERAPY / @valeriekattenfeld** [https://www.instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy/](instagram)

# Mate Club – Language Exchange en Buenos Aires 🧉 ¿Querés practicar idiomas y conocer gente de todo el mundo en un ambiente relajado y social? Mate Club es un espacio de intercambio de **inglés, español y portugués** donde nos juntamos a conversar de forma real, espontánea y dinámica. FORMULARIO DE INSCRIPCION: [https://forms.gle/sKe9TDeGFBosfVUSA](https://forms.gle/sKe9TDeGFBosfVUSA) Valor de entrada única: 7,000ARS Valor del abono mensual: 25,000ARS (4 encuentros durante el mes) 🧉 Compartimos mate durante todo el evento. 💬 Proponemos dinámicas para que todos puedan participar. 🌍 Participan locales, viajeros y estudiantes de distintos países. 🤝 Organizamos los grupos para que realmente practiques. Si querés mejorar tu fluidez, perder la vergüenza al hablar y vivir una experiencia auténtica en Buenos Aires, sumate. Nos vemos en Mate Club 🧉 📩 Consultas: mateclubdeconversacion@gmail.com ***\* It's important to note that the people who RSVP through Meetup are often new, so they don't necessarily reflect the actual number of regular attendees.\****

How does it work? Get paired with native speakers in a series of 10-minute conversations during every two-hour session. Attending as little as two times a week, for 2 hours at a time, you’ll meet and practice with an unparalleled number of native speakers. https://youtu.be/blo5nNjgMBc https://youtu.be/xk04lA9x3qQ https://youtu.be/2TJMigrxiwI There is no shortcut to Spanish fluency - but Spanglish is so fun you won’t want one! Spanglish starts during the 30 minute check in: Get to know the other Spanglishers – about half of the attendees at every event are new! After a little bit of ice-breaking, you’ll head to an assigned table for your first one-on-one conversation. No need to worry about making mistakes – the person sitting across from you is in the same boat! You converse for 5 minutes in english, 5 in Spanish – and then move on to a new conversation partner. By the second rotation we promise you’ll be having so much fun you’ll forget you’re learning. What do we talk about at Spanglish?: Whatever you want! There are no set topics. We talk about everything from our favorite superheroes to our favorite restaurants – it’s the best way to practice another language – hanging out in a relaxing environment and talking about stuff you know and like! Who attends Spanglish? Study abroad students, international students, local Argentine students studying English and anyone looking for a flexible, affordable, and comfortable environment to practice their conversation skills. How much does it cost? AR$10000 at the event. Get the Spanglish package 4 events AR$28000 Enjoy the virtual language exchange events for FREE You can find more information on our website http://www.spanglishexchange.com and see pictures of the events at facebook.com/SpanglishBuenosAires *** ►HOW TO BE PART? Go directly to the bar during the check in time and you will find a Spanglish Staff who will register you! ►HOW DOES IT WORK? Get paired with native speakers in a series of 10-minute conversations during every two-hour session. Attending as little as two times a week, for 2 hours at a time, you’ll meet and practice with an unparalleled number of native speakers. There is no shortcut to Spanish fluency - but Spanglish is so fun you won’t want one! Spanglish starts during the 40 minute check in: Get to know the other Spanglishers – about half of the attendees at every event are new! After a little bit of ice-breaking, you’ll head to an assigned table for your first conversation. No need to worry about making mistakes – the person sitting across from you is in the same boat! You converse for 5 minutes in english, 5 in Spanish – and then move on to a new group of conversation partners. By the second rotation we promise you’ll be having so much fun you’ll forget you’re learning. ►WHO ATTENDS SPANGLISH? Study abroad students, international students, local Argentine students studying English and anyone looking for a flexible, affordable, and comfortable environment to practice their conversation skills.

(Español debajo) Ready to get out of your comfort zone? Join us at a new SpeedFriendship edition 🥂 **The perfect opportunity to expand your social circle and forge connections in Buenos Aires.** 📍 **VENUE:** Buda Bar (Costa Rica 4667) ⌚ **TIME:** 9:00 p.m. 🌐 **Bilingual** **Event**: SPANISH AND ENGLISH 🎟️ $10,000, which includes a drink and free pizza slices. Immerse yourself in the game and engage in meaningful conversations with a **diverse group of four strangers**. Our dynamic format ensures you'll connect with various persons throughout the evening. **Event Schedule:** 🕗 9:00pm - Open doors and registration begins 🕤 9:30pm - Registration concludes 🕤 9:45pm - Kick off the activity 🕚 11:30pm - Activity concludes, allowing for free time to extend your newfound connections. There is also a Beerpong Tournament in the bar and later a dj and a dance floor **IMPORTANT:** *⚠️ In order to participate in the game you have to assist before 9:30pm. Otherwise there might not be available spots to participate. If you cannot make it on time, you´re still welcome to come and enjoy the evening outside the activity.* *⚠️ Registration is mandatory, if you didn´t sign up here before, you may be requested to wait in case someone doesn´t show up on time.* ⚠️ *Participation in the game is individual. The objective is to meet new friends, therefore, the game proposes to present ourselves as individual people.* ✨ [JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FXZN2MVkGzSADssNSq9R40) ✨ **[Follow us on instagram](https://www.instagram.com/speedfriendship_ba)** 📷 [Look at the pictures of other editions](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SRen7_pUv8w346Rl06U2WuoEUotSppTk?usp=sharing) 📷 Get ready to embark on this one-of-a-kind experience! Don't miss out and expand your social circle at our SpeedFriending. See you there! *SpeedFriendship Team* —------------------------------ ¿Listos para salir de la zona de confort? Súmate a una nueva edición de SpeedFriendship ☀️🥂 **La oportunidad perfecta para ampliar tu círculo social y forjar conexiones en Buenos Aires.** 📍 **LUGAR:** Buda Bar (Costa Rica 4667) ⌚ **HORA:** 21:00 horas. 🌐 Evento **Bilingüe**: ESPAÑOL E INGLÉS 🎟️ $10.000 que incluye un trago y bandejeo de pizza Anímate a hacer amigos mientras participas en conversaciones con un **grupo diverso de cuatro extraños**. Nuestro formato garantiza que conectarás con varias personas durante la noche. **Horarios del evento:** 🕗 21:00 - Apertura de puertas y comienzo de la inscripción 🕤 21:30 - Finaliza la inscripción 🕤 21:45 - Comienza la actividad 🕚 23:30 - La actividad finaliza, lo que permite tener tiempo libre para ampliar sus nuevas conexiones. El bar también tiene un torneo de Beerpong, y más tarde, un dj y una pista de baile *⚠️ Para poder participar en el juego deberás asistir antes de las 21:30 horas. De lo contrario, es posible que no haya plazas disponibles para participar. Si no puedes llegar a tiempo, aún puedes venir a disfrutar de la noche fuera de la actividad.* *⚠️ Tienes que estar registrado aquí previamente. De lo contrario puede ser solicitado que aguardes al final del ingreso para ver si alguien registrado no llega a tiempo.* ⚠️ *La participación en el juego es individual. El objetivo es conocer nuevos amigos, por lo tanto, el juego propone presentarnos como personas individuales.* ✨ [ÚNETE A NUESTRO GRUPO DE WHATSAPP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FXZN2MVkGzSADssNSq9R40) ✨ **[Síguenos en Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/speedfriendship_ba)** 📷 [Mira las fotos de las últimas ediciones](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SRen7_pUv8w346Rl06U2WuoEUotSppTk?usp=sharing) 📷 ¡Prepárate para esta experiencia única! Amplía tu círculo social en el SpeedFriending. *SpeedFriendinship Team*

👉🏼**Ampliá tu círculo social y conectá con personas fuera de tu entorno habitual**. Te invitamos a un evento único donde podrás relajarte, disfrutar de una cerveza 🍻, y compartir experiencias en un ambiente cálido y distendido. Si aún no te animaste a participar, ¡es el momento! Este encuentro está diseñado para conocer gente nueva, generar contactos valiosos y pasarla bien. 🔥Sabemos que el primer paso puede ser difícil, pero ya hemos organizado más de **150 eventos**, y siempre recibimos tanto a participantes nuevos como a aquellos que vuelven una y otra vez. El ambiente es abierto, ameno y perfecto para hacerte sentir parte de nuestra comunidad desde el primer momento. Si eres nuevo en la ciudad, quieres sociabilizar, conocer y conectar con gente interesante, te animo a unirte y formar parte de nuestra comunidad. 👉🏼 **El evento es GRATUITO**. El CONSUMO es OBLIGATORIO. 🕒 **Edades habituales**: entre 30 y 60 años. ¡No te pierdas esta oportunidad de expandir tus horizontes! ¡Te esperamos!

Hay momentos en los que el cuerpo sabe lo que la mente todavía no pudo procesar. **Raíz Presente** es una jornada vivencial de un día para conectar con vos mismo/a, liberar lo que ya no necesitás cargar y abrir espacio para una presencia más auténtica. A través de diferentes experiencias guiadas por especialistas, vamos a explorar la expresión, la creatividad, el movimiento y la conexión interior en un entorno cuidado y de acompañamiento. ✨ Durante la jornada vas a participar de: 🎭 Teatro Taoísta 🎨 Arte Terapia 🤸‍♀️ Reconexión corporal con estiramientos relajantes 🔮 Cierre con oráculo Cada actividad forma parte de un mismo recorrido, diseñado para acompañarte desde la expresión hacia la integración. 📍 Zona Bartolomé Mitre – CABA (La ubicación exacta se compartirá por WhatsApp a quienes reserven su lugar) 🗓 Sábado 4 de Julio 🎟 Actividad arancelada ✨ Precio de lanzamiento y descuento especial para quienes lleguen a través de Meetup. ✦ Cupos limitados **¿Cómo reservar tu lugar?** Ingresá al grupo de WhatsApp para recibir toda la información y confirmar tu asistencia: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/C0KufoP5YD6G5oE5wJAAOP?s=cl&p=i&ilr=1](https://chat.whatsapp.com/C0KufoP5YD6G5oE5wJAAOP?s=cl&p=i&ilr=1) \*Importante: Meetup es solo uno de los canales de difusión del evento. La cantidad de asistentes que figura en la plataforma no refleja necesariamente la cantidad total de personas que participarán de la jornada.\*

Join our **Night Crawl**! A bar tour to enjoy Palermo’s nightlife We´re planning an unforgotable night to make great memories and friendships ⌚️ ***ITINERARY:*** 9:00 PM to 10:30 PM: First bar with complimentary pizza 10:30 PM to 12:00 AM: Second bar with a welcome shot 12:00 to 1:30 AM: Third bar with a welcome shot 2:00 AM to 7:00 AM: Nightclub with priority entrance There’s a [WhatsApp community](https://chat.whatsapp.com/G2FPXxPLSolJfhOCMIhDQZ) with one group for chatting and another to meet up ️ 🎟️ ***How to get the entrance?*** * On [Passline](https://www.passline.com/productora/13042568-lucrecia-nicolosi) , [PayPal](https://py.pl/YIdAYtAEj7aJ5Xa9UL6Dug) or [Mercado Pago](https://mpago.la/1Zu5enb) * At the first venue with cash or card ✨ ***What is included?*** * Pizza in the first bar * A shot in the second and third bar * Club entry without queue * The best energy to make it an unforgettable night [FOLLOW US](https://www.instagram.com/speedfriendship_ba) to see past editions and get a feel for what to expect See you! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ¡Únete a nuestro Night Crawl! Un tour de bares para disfrutar de la vida nocturna de Palermo ✨ Estamos planeando una noche inolvidable para crear grandes recuerdos y amistades ⌚️ ***ITINERARIO***: 21 a 22:30hrs: Primer bar con bandejeo de pizza incluido 22:30 a 00hrs: Segundo bar con shot de bienvenida 00 a 1:30hrs: Tercer bar con shot de bienvenida 2 a 7hrs: Club nocturno con entrada preferencial Hay una [comunidad en WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/G2FPXxPLSolJfhOCMIhDQZ) con un grupo de charla y otro para encontrarnos 🎟️️ ***¿Cómo conseguir la entrada?*** * Con [Passline](https://www.passline.com/productora/13042568-lucrecia-nicolosi) o [PayPal](https://py.pl/YIdAYtAEj7aJ5Xa9UL6Dug) o [Mercado Pago](https://mpago.la/1Zu5enb) * En el primer bar, con efectivo o tarjeta ✨ ***¿Qué incluye?*** * Pizza en el primer bar * Un shot en el segundo y tercer bar * Entrada al club sin filas * El mejor ambiente para una noche inolvidable [SÍGUENOS](https://www.instagram.com/speedfriendship_ba) para ver ediciones anteriores y tener una idea de qué esperar ¡Nos vemos!

(We run games every week despite the attendees you'll see in Meetup. Contact Davi on WhatsApp 1-2 days before at +5511 959517055 to guarantee attendance) 🌎 Mixed Tag game for everyone! 🥳 🏉 Tag is a beginner-friendly, no contact sport. There’s no tackling (we provide the velcro tags) and we encourage players to include all newbies! 📍 Location is around Palermo (Message Davi for exact details) 👟 All you need to bring is sportswear, water, and bugspray (if you have it) We will occasionally ask for donations to help maintain the equipment for the game 🍻 We always go for drinks afterwards!

**IMPORTANTE**: El evento transcurre en el parque, que es grande; y si el clima lo requiere en algún café cercano. Por tal motivo se recomienda ingresar al grupo de **Whatsapp** para acceder a la ubicación exacta y actualizada: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JXuUvIkBR8VKyanyUgFKWa 🏛️ **¿DE QUÉ SE TRATA FILOSOFÍA PRÁCTICA?** Filosofía Práctica es un encuentro semanal para quienes disfrutan de conversaciones profundas, el pensamiento crítico, y la exploración de nuevas ideas. No necesitas conocimientos previos, solo curiosidad y ganas de compartir. Cada semana abordamos un tema distinto, practicando la comunicación y construyendo una comunidad de personas reflexivas. 📓 **¿CÓMO FUNCIONA?** * Compartimos el tema de la semana en nuestro grupo de WhatsApp con algunas preguntas guía. * Nos reunimos a las 14:00, comenzando con una charla informal antes de la discusión. * Conversamos en grupos pequeños para que todos puedan participar. * Al final, cada grupo comparte sus conclusiones y cerramos la sesión alrededor de las 16:00. 🧧 **¿CUÁNTO CUESTA?** ¡Es completamente gratis! Si nos reunimos en un café, solo pedimos que apoyes el lugar comprando una bebida. Algunas sedes alquilan un espacio y pueden solicitar donaciones voluntarias, pero no es obligatorio. 💛 **LO QUE DICEN** 🗣 “Siento que Filosofía Práctica te ayuda a construir tu propio sistema de creencias a través de diversas perspectivas, sin imponer lo que está bien o mal.” – Ekam 🗣 “Desde la primera vez que asistí (el tema era autoridad), supe que este era mi lugar. Me encanta cómo nos desafía a cuestionar diferentes puntos de vista, fomentando la apertura y la flexibilidad mental.” – Daniel 🗣 “Siempre quise tener este tipo de conversaciones, pero nunca encontré el espacio adecuado… hasta ahora. La gente, los temas, los debates abiertos… todo hace que sienta que pertenezco aquí.” – Sofía 🤓 **PREGUNTAS FRECUENTES** 📌 **¿Debo estudiar antes de asistir?** – No es necesario. Nos interesa saber *qué piensas tú*, no solo lo que dijeron los filósofos clásicos. Si quieres compartir ideas de alguna corriente de pensamiento, ¡adelante!, pero no es un requisito. 📌 **¿Se habla español?** – ¡Sí! Organizamos los grupos según el idioma para que todos se sientan cómodos participando. 📌 **¿Puedo ir solo/a?** – ¡Por supuesto! Muchos asistentes llegan solos y terminan haciendo grandes conexiones. 📌 **¿Dónde se reúnen?** – Compartimos la ubicación en WhatsApp y Meetup. Recomendamos unirte al grupo de WhatsApp para estar al día. ✨ **Desde 2021, Filosofía Práctica ha crecido a más de 15 capítulos en todo el mundo. ¡Únete a la comunidad!** **EL GRUPO DE WHATSAPP ES EN INGLES, CUALQUIER DUDA CONSULTE POR EL ORGANIZADOR AL INGRESAR.** 📲 [WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JXuUvIkBR8VKyanyUgFKWa) \| 📷 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) \| 🌍 [Website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/)

**IMPORTANTE**: El evento transcurre en el parque, que es grande; y si el clima lo requiere en algún café cercano. Por tal motivo se recomienda ingresar al grupo de **Whatsapp** para acceder a la ubicación exacta y actualizada: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JXuUvIkBR8VKyanyUgFKWa **IMPORTANT:** The meeting is in the park, that is quite big; and in case of raining in a nearby Cafe. Because of that, is highly recommended to join the WhatsApp group in order to know the precise and uploaded location: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JXuUvIkBR8VKyanyUgFKWa 🏛️ **¿DE QUÉ SE TRATA FILOSOFÍA PRÁCTICA?** Filosofía Práctica es un encuentro semanal para quienes disfrutan de conversaciones profundas, el pensamiento crítico, y la exploración de nuevas ideas. No necesitas conocimientos previos, solo curiosidad y ganas de compartir. Cada semana abordamos un tema distinto, practicando la comunicación y construyendo una comunidad de personas reflexivas. 📓 **¿CÓMO FUNCIONA?** * Compartimos el tema de la semana en nuestro grupo de WhatsApp con algunas preguntas guía. * Nos reunimos a las 14:00, comenzando con una charla informal antes de la discusión. * Conversamos en grupos pequeños para que todos puedan participar. * Al final, cada grupo comparte sus conclusiones y cerramos la sesión alrededor de las 16:00. 🧧 **¿CUÁNTO CUESTA?** ¡Es completamente gratis! Si nos reunimos en un café, solo pedimos que apoyes el lugar comprando una bebida. Algunas sedes alquilan un espacio y pueden solicitar donaciones voluntarias, pero no es obligatorio. 💛 **LO QUE DICEN** 🗣 “Siento que Filosofía Práctica te ayuda a construir tu propio sistema de creencias a través de diversas perspectivas, sin imponer lo que está bien o mal.” – Ekam 🗣 “Desde la primera vez que asistí (el tema era autoridad), supe que este era mi lugar. Me encanta cómo nos desafía a cuestionar diferentes puntos de vista, fomentando la apertura y la flexibilidad mental.” – Daniel 🗣 “Siempre quise tener este tipo de conversaciones, pero nunca encontré el espacio adecuado… hasta ahora. La gente, los temas, los debates abiertos… todo hace que sienta que pertenezco aquí.” – Sofía 🤓 **PREGUNTAS FRECUENTES** 📌 **¿Debo estudiar antes de asistir?** – No es necesario. Nos interesa saber *qué piensas tú*, no solo lo que dijeron los filósofos clásicos. Si quieres compartir ideas de alguna corriente de pensamiento, ¡adelante!, pero no es un requisito. 📌 **¿Se habla español?** – ¡Sí! Organizamos los grupos según el idioma para que todos se sientan cómodos participando. 📌 **¿Puedo ir solo/a?** – ¡Por supuesto! Muchos asistentes llegan solos y terminan haciendo grandes conexiones. 📌 **¿Dónde se reúnen?** – Compartimos la ubicación en WhatsApp y Meetup. Recomendamos unirte al grupo de WhatsApp para estar al día. ✨ **Desde 2021, Filosofía Práctica ha crecido a más de 50 capítulos en todo el mundo. ¡Únete a la comunidad!** **EL GRUPO DE WHATSAPP ES EN INGLES, CUALQUIER DUDA CONSULTE POR EL ORGANIZADOR AL INGRESAR.** 📲 [WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JXuUvIkBR8VKyanyUgFKWa) \| 📷 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) \| 🌍 [Website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/)

Most people use LLMs by feel: ask a question, read the answer, decide whether it “seems good,” and move on. That works for casual use. It does not work when you are building software, automating workflows, writing important documents, or relying on AI for anything that needs to be repeatable. In this talk, we’ll look at how to improve and evaluate the inputs and outputs of LLMs using practical measurement techniques. We’ll cover how prompt changes affect results, how to compare outputs, how to build simple evaluation sets, and how math-based methods like similarity scoring can help you move beyond guesswork. This will be beginner-friendly, so even if you don't know anything about AI, you should get something out of it. However, this will be a little more technical than our intro talks. You do not need to be an AI researcher, but programmers and technically curious attendees will get a lot out of it. We’ll cover: * Why “it looks good” is not enough * How to improve prompts by changing the input, context, and constraints * How to compare LLM outputs more systematically * Basic evaluation techniques for accuracy, consistency, and usefulness * How embeddings, cosine similarity, and scoring can help evaluate results * Where automated evaluation works — and where humans still need to stay in the loop By the end, you’ll have a practical mental model for treating LLMs less like magic and more like systems you can test, measure, and improve. LOGISTICS AND PARKING: The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks! The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.

(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!

**Practical Curiosity: Learning from Everyday Data** How do we actually get better at utilizing our day-to-day data? Fancy dashboards and complex models might look nice and draw attention, but that’s not where most of us spend our time. In fact those shiny outputs frequently sit unused, while the real insights are drawn from the analyst’s daily practice. Sometimes it’s as simple and as powerful as noticing that a segment is shrinking, a channel is underused, or certain links keep getting all the clicks. There’s many different places that the spark of insight can come from, but you have to keep your head in the data and know where to look. In this session, we’ll explore real-world examples of how segmentation, testing, and click behavior can uncover practical digital marketing opportunities. You’ll leave with inspiration for your own use cases, along with a few simple ways to ask better questions, spot meaningful patterns, and make smarter decisions without overcomplicating it. **About Our Speaker:** [Elaine Armbruster](https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainearmbruster/) is a Director of Digital Experience at the [American Diabetes Association](https://diabetes.org/), where she focuses on using data and insights to create smarter, more effective digital experiences. A lifelong Columbus resident, she has built her career in email marketing and the broader digital user journey, and is finding she most enjoys working in the messy middle where systems, data, and big ideas don’t quite line up yet. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

Bienvenue! We host a twice-a-month French conversation club at La Chatelaine on Lane. All levels welcome! Whether you're new to French or running for Président de la République you are welcome here! We often read plays together, play vocabulary games, and generally enjoy the delicious food available at La Chatelaine! We will be at the long table in the back of the restaurant. A bientôt!

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.

Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room. This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us. COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.

Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “Create a better world” by helping serve those in need. NOTE: We’re switching it up this time and going with a DINNER shift on Mon, 7/6. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. For this event, our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces. PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for DINNER from 4:30 to 6:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 4:20pm and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1 (in the back of the building), indicated in the attached map. On-site parking in the adjacent lot and street parking are available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please try to update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. Our Partner Agency for this event is Lutheran Social Services! A huge THANK YOU to those volunteering at this (or any of our previous or future) CMG Gives Back events! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan