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🚀 **Kicking Off 2026 Together – First AWS Meetup of the Year** Hello AWS Community! A new year is here, and we are starting 2026 the best way we know how, by coming together to learn, build, and share real world AWS experiences. Join us on **Thursday, 29th January 2026**, for the first AWS User Group Singapore Meetup of the year at the AWS Singapore Office, IOI Central Boulevard. This meetup marks the beginning of another exciting year for the community. Expect fresh perspectives, practical cloud lessons, and conversations shaped by what teams are building right now. Whether you are setting goals for the year ahead, exploring new architectures, or simply reconnecting with fellow builders, this is the perfect place to start 2026 strong. Let us set the tone for the year ahead and grow together as one AWS community. 📢 **IMPORTANT! Registration Information** To ensure a smooth check-in process, please take note of the following: ✅ Confirmed attendees will receive a confirmation email before the event titled **"AWS User Group Singapore: Registration Confirmed for AWS User Group Meetup – January 2026"**. You must present this email at the Level 1 Concierge to gain access to Level 5 for attendance verification. 🚶 Walk-ins (those without a confirmation email) will only be considered if the venue has not reached full capacity. Priority will be given to registered attendees with confirmation emails. 🔒 Strictly enforced: No confirmation email = walk-in. Entry not guaranteed. 📅 **Date**: Thursday, 29th January 2026 🕡 **Time**: 6.30pm 📍 **Location**: AWS Singapore; 2 Central Blvd, IOI Central Boulevard East Towers, Level 5 🎤 **Meetup Track** ✅ **Lessons from Simulating AWS T3 CPU Throttling** *📌 Goh Chun Lin - Grafana Community Lead, Singapore* Chun Lin explores the CPU Credits system of AWS burstable instances (T3) and the architectural risks of the credit system. The session combines observability techniques with Amazon CloudWatch, Grafana, and Discrete Event Simulation (DES) to reveal how to visualise and model the token bucket algorithm in AWS. **✅ Automate and Optimize your Kubernetes / EKS** *📌 Amit Pahwa - Director, Solutions Engineering - APAC Cast AI* **✅ The Real Battle Begins After You Build the Agent** *📌 Lahiru Ratnayaka - Software Engineer (Leading Southeast Asian Bank)* Building an AI agent is just the beginning. This session looks beyond the initial build to explore the challenges that emerge as agents move toward real-world use and how AWS Bedrock AgentCore fits into this journey from an engineering perspective **Workshop Track:** 🚨 Complete **BOTH** Steps to Confirm Your Workshop Registration! 1. RSVP on Meetup 2. Fill out this [Google Form](https://forms.gle/dLkxS26dJQ1dunPr9) ✅Topic: Amazon GuardDuty & Amazon Detective 📌Host: *Loi Liang Yang – Principal Security Specialist Technical Account Manager, Amazon Web Services (AWS)* This workshop is a deep dive in threat detection and response use cases for Amazon GuardDuty and Amazon Detective. Amazon GuardDuty is a threat detection service that continuously monitors your AWS accounts and workloads for malicious activity. Amazon Detective simplifies the investigative process and helps security teams conduct faster and more effective investigations. 💡 **Pro Tip:** Arrive early to avoid queues and secure your seat for the sharing sessions! Additional Highlights: 🍕 Pizza Time: Begin your evening with some delicious pizza at 6:30 PM, courtesy of our generous sponsor, AWS. Vegetarian and halal options will be available. 🍻 Post-Meetup Networking: Stick around for casual networking over drinks. Let’s forge new connections and continue the conversations! 🎁 AWS Swag & Promo Codes: Don’t miss the chance to win exclusive AWS swag and promo codes. Prizes will be drawn for attendees present at the event—so stay till the end! **Connect with us here!** Meetup: [AWS User Group Singapore](https://www.meetup.com/aws-sg/) LinkedIn: [AWS User Group Singapore](https://www.linkedin.com/company/aws-user-group-singapore/) Discord: [https://discord.com/invite/nkZagBG](https://discord.com/invite/nkZagBG) Please reach out to us at **[aws.usergroup.singapore@gmail.com](mailto:aws.usergroup.singapore@gmail.com)** for collaboration or other enquiries!

🚨 **IMPORTANT – REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED VIA THE AWS UG SINGAPORE MEETUP PAGE** 👉 **Please RSVP here:** 🔗 [https://www.meetup.com/aws-sg/events/312539597/](https://www.meetup.com/aws-sg/events/312539597/) 📌 **This event is hosted under the AWS Users Group Singapore.** 📩 All attendees **MUST** register via the link above to receive a confirmation email and secure access to the AWS Singapore building. ❗ Registrations on this Grafana Meetup page will **NOT** be considered valid for building entry. **👋 Hello Grafana & Friends!** This month, we are excited to partner with the **AWS User Group** for a collaborative evening of tech! We are bringing the worlds of **Observability** and **Cloud** together. You can expect a mix of sessions covering architectural deep dives, cloud best practices, and advanced monitoring techniques. **🚀 Grafana Feature Session:** **Topic:** **Lessons from Simulating AWS T3 CPU Throttling** **Speaker:** Goh Chun Lin – Grafana & Friends Community Lead, Singapore **Synopsis:** We often use AWS burstable instances (T3/T4g) to save money, but "Unlimited Mode" can mask architectural inefficiencies by converting performance bottlenecks into silent financial debt. In this session, we go beyond standard metrics to demonstrate **Predictive Engineering**. We will show how to use **Grafana** to visualise invisible infrastructure limits and expose the true cost of performance and how to use **Discrete Event Simulation** to predict architectural breaking points as well. **🤝 Full Agenda:** In addition to the Grafana session, we will be joined by speakers invited by the AWS User Group sharing insights on cloud and infrastructure at scale. **👉 Please check the [Main Registration Page](https://www.meetup.com/aws-sg/events/312539597) for the complete lineup of speakers and topics as they are announced!** See you there!

Join us to grow personally and professionally, share knowledge, and build meaningful relationships with fellow business minds committed to continuous development. **7pm - 730pm:** Opening Networking **730pm - 745pm:** Introduction by Host **745pm - 815pm:** Hot Seat Networking **815pm - 930pm:** Opening Networking Here, you'll find a supportive space to expand your knowledge, connect with like-minded individuals, and unlock your full potential through meaningful networking and development opportunities. Whether you're just starting to explore entrepreneurship or have years of experience to share, join us to learn, grow, and succeed together.

### 为什么练习霎哈嘉瑜伽？ 在繁忙的都市生活中，我们往往忽略了身、心、灵的健康。霎哈嘉瑜伽冥想恰恰是现代人的需求。它给予我们瑜伽，即天人合一的状态，通过精微能量来帮助我们恢复内在的平衡。这个修复是自然而然的。 这个力量是我们内在精微系统的一部分，其中还包括了七个能量中心和三条经脉。当我们处于平衡的状态，我们并不受过去或者未来的影响，也能处于无思无虑的状态。而这个力量在梵文中指的是“昆达里尼”。 “霎哈嘉”指的是自然而然，而“瑜伽”的意思是连接联合的状态。霎哈嘉瑜伽仅涉及冥想，并不涉及任何体位瑜伽。 我们的课程： 每逢星期四傍晚7点半 地点：AZ building, 140 Paya Lebar Road, #07-15 Singapore 409015 报名方式：请联系杨小姐（98564587)

**T**he idea is simple: six women who are building something, sharing a meal together. No name tags, no agenda slides, no awkward "tell us your elevator pitch" moments. Just dinner. We'll start with a quick round of intros like who you are, what you're building, and maybe one thing that's been on your mind lately. Could be a win, could be a problem you're chewing on, could be "I have no idea what I'm doing but here I am." In my experience, when you put founders in a room together, you don't need to manufacture discussion. The good stuff just happens. **The practical bits** * $10 to 91454489 reserves your seat * Food and drinks on your own tab I started this group because I wanted a space like this for myself. Somewhere to meet other women who understand what it's like to build something from scratch. The late nights, the second-guessing, the small wins that no one else quite gets. If that sounds like something you need too, grab a seat. See you!

* Please remove your RSVP if you can't make it by 5pm (except for wet weather) so that others can take over and enjoy the game. * Please bring your paddle or look for Jimmy or Sarah for the spare paddle if you do not have one. * Venue: Tampines St 45, Blk 498C (Multi-storey car park top level) * Time: 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm * Only those RSVPs are allowed for the session. * Please follow the queue system on the court. * No cancellation announcement will be made due to wet weather, it is on the player's discretion to decide whether to attend the session.

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* Please remove your RSVP if you can't make it by 5pm (except for wet weather) so that others can take over and enjoy the game. * Please bring your paddle or look for Jimmy or Sarah for the spare paddle if you do not have one. * Venue: Tampines St 45, Blk 498C (Multi-storey car park top level) * Time: 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm * Only those RSVPs are allowed for the session. * Please follow the queue system on the court. * No cancellation announcement will be made due to wet weather, it is on the player's discretion to decide whether to attend the session.

Feeling confused about weight management or tired of starting and stopping diets? **Weight Management Made Easy** is a beginner-friendly sharing session designed to help you understand weight in a clear, practical and sustainable way — without pressure, restriction or extreme methods. This relaxed and easy-to-follow session is perfect for beginners who want to feel healthier, lighter and more confident, one step at a time. **What You’ll Learn:** * Why weight gain happens (explained in simple terms) * What “sustainable habits” really mean for everyday life * Easy nutrition principles you can apply daily * How to support your body for long-term results **Who This Session Is For:** * Beginners who feel overwhelmed by weight-loss information * Anyone tired of strict diets that don’t last * Those looking for a realistic and sustainable approach to health **What This Session Is Not** ✨ No crash diets ✨ No complicated science ✨ No extreme rules Just simple, practical habits that work in real life. If you’re ready to stop guessing and start managing your weight with clarity and confidence, this session is for you. Join us and take your first step toward sustainable results.

**Friday is our open co-working day.** **​**People come to work on their own projects, take breaks together, and usually stay through the afternoon. It’s quiet, focused, and builder- and founder-led. ​You can arrive anytime from 10AM. Most people show up after lunch and settle in before 1.30pm. Bring your laptop. Grab any open seat. Stay as long as you like. ​At 1.30pm, we pause work briefly for a shared session called The Stage, then everyone goes back to working. ​This is how Fridays here work. **The Stage @ 1.30PM** *The Stage is a short, open-format session where builders and founders share something they are actively working on. A workflow, a technical breakdown, a lesson learned, or just a topic keeping him/her up at night.* *The goal is to spark ideas you can try immediately after, during the same afternoon. After the session ends, most people simply open their laptops again and continue working.* *​After the session, we go back to work.* [John Ang](https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnangrs/) *​Founder & CEO, HaskyOS* *​Previously Head of AI Engineering, Temus, taking products from discovery to production.* ​The usual setup is clear: PM writes the spec, designer makes mocks, engineers build, QA tests. That’s how software used to be shipped. ​John has been testing a different approach. ​After years moving between AI engineering, technical PM, and engineering leadership, he started building complete products solo using Claude Code and a structured framework he calls System PM SDLC. ​What began as a curiosity in bringing personal projects to life has turned into a repeatable way of running active client deployments with a new business model. ​In this session John will walk through his framework, show a live demo of how he works, and share what he’s learnt about where AI helps and where it does not. ​At the end of the session, he hopes he can provide you with a concrete framework you can try yourself, and a clearer perspective of how small the gap between idea and shipped product can be with the right processes in place. ​After the session, we go back to work or hang out to network. \-\-\- **RSVP here >** [https://luma.com/fxklskiu](https://luma.com/fxklskiu?utm_source=meetup)

[Salsa Cubana Beginner 1A Course (Partnerwork)](https://rrash2pz.paperform.co) Starts Jan 31 2026 \| Saturdays \| 1\.00pm to 2\.30pm \(1\.5 hrs x 4\) Lesson Dates - Jan 31, Feb 7, 14 & 21 Course of 6 hours of lessons $144/pax Trial/Drop-in Class on Jan 31 @ $39 (1.5hrs) \*\*Students who pay full course rates are welcome to retake Salsa 1A for FREE PRACTICE within 6 mths\*\* FAQ1 - How are lessons conducted? Lessons are structured progressively and you will learn proper techniques in social dancing for lead (man) and follow (lady) roles in various partnerwork patterns & footwork. By the end of the course, you would have learnt a significant amount of "vocabulary" to dance confidently! FAQ2 - What happens when I complete Level 1A Course? There is no end to learning and how good you can get! The next progression would be Level 1B and various workshops in Body Movement & Styling. FAQ3 - Do I need to bring a partner? You do not have to bring a partner, unless you want to! We will be rotating partners in class as Salsa is a social dance. FAQ4 - What is the correct attire? You can wear anything that allows you to move comfortably. Please avoid wearing flip-flops! If you wish to continue dancing, you can invest in dance shoes. FAQ5 - I paid for trial class only, but would like to continue the rest of the course. What will be the fee? We are glad you are want to continue your dance journey! The fee for trial lesson will be deducted from full course fees. FAQ6 - I paid package price for the entire course but I will miss/have missed lessons. How can I catch up? The instructor will always revise previous lesson at every lesson, but do the following so you are prepared : \- You will be part of a class chat group\, pls ask for videos of lesson/s that you missed \- Watch video and practice on your own \- Ask for instructor's assistance or a classmate to practice before class starts \- Don't be shy to ask questions\! \- You are welcome to attend a make\-up lesson for those that you missed at the next cycle at no cost\! [Register now!](https://rrash2pz.paperform.co)

**Get gaming all weekend at ACM!** Enjoy friendly competition with an assortment of board games. Try new titles, revisit classics, and connect with the designers and communities shaping Singapore's thriving gaming scene! All games are free to play. **Bring your friends or grab a seat and make new ones!** **🤔 WHAT IS THIS AH? 🤔** * **A tabletop initiative that #laiplayleow will be supporting!** * This tabletop initiative is held at Asian Civilization Museum! * **This is a non-ticketed initiative!** **👥 HOW MANY CAN COME LEH? 👥** We're tabling for a table of 5 - 6! **FAQs:** * **BYO games:** Feel free to bring your own games, but ACM will not be responsible for missing/damaged items. * **F&B:** Food and drinks are not allowed in the Foyer. Visit Baker & Cook on Level 1 for a quick bite! * **Gaming etiquette:** Please play with care and returm all pieces intact. Inform our gallery assistants if any are missing.

⚠️ **REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED VIA [THIS GOOGLE FORM](https://forms.gle/fKG6vXcPmNK1APP39)**[ ](forms.gle/saLWmbr5XbwUX8Jp8)⚠️ **ABSTRACT** Conference badges are more than just simple cards. Combining cyber security challenges with creative hardware electronics, #BadgeLife is a growing movement that bridges the gap between the digital and physical security. At this meetup, we will explore the history of #BadgeLife with Singapore’s local scene rapidly carving out its own unique identity. **ABOUT BADGELIFE QUARTER** Badge Life Quarter provides a focused gathering for those curious about the intersection of cybersecurity, hardware hacking, and electronics design. No prior experience in electronics design or soldering is required. Whether you are a seasoned engineer or a complete beginner, this meetup is the perfect starting point. **SPEAKERS** * **Terence Chan** \| Terence is a 3rd year NUS Computer Engineering student\, and also an electronic badge enthusiast\. He has made various Electronic Badges for NUS Greyhats GreyCTF and other similar events\. He is also currently interning at Espressif Systems as a Digital IC Designer\. [Linkedin Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/terence-chan-zun-mun/) **SPONSORS** * VENUE SPONSOR: [CyberSG TIG Collaboration Centre](https://www.linkedin.com/company/cybersg-tig-collaboration-centre) **IMPORTANT NOTICES** * Code of Conduct: [https://www.div0.sg/code-of-conduct](https://www.div0.sg/code-of-conduct) * Terms of Use & Disclaimer Notice: [https://www.div0.sg/terms-of-use-disclaimer-notice](https://www.div0.sg/terms-of-use-disclaimer-notice)

**(‼️‼️*Important:* GO [HERE](https://calendly.com/movewithcouragecoaching/leadership-coffee-chat) to be enrolled in the workshop. Signing up on Meetup won't fully register you!‼️‼️)** **WHAT: ☕ Leadership Coffee Chat** **WHEN: 🗓️ Thursday, January 29 at 7 PM EST** **WHERE: Sign Up: [HERE](https://calendly.com/movewithcouragecoaching/leadership-coffee-chat) only** Join us for a relaxed, supportive Leadership Coffee Chat where you can connect with others, share what you’re navigating at work, and get guidance from a certified career coach, interview coach, leadership coach, and professional résumé writer. This space is designed for real conversation — the kind you don’t always get at work. Bring your questions, your current challenges, or anything you’re trying to figure out in your career or leadership journey. You’ll have the chance to: * Meet other professionals who are growing and leveling up * Support each other through real‑life workplace situations * Get practical advice from a coach who specializes in career clarity, leadership, interviewing, and résumé strategy * Leave with clarity, encouragement, and next steps Whether you’re exploring leadership, preparing for a promotion, navigating workplace dynamics, or simply wanting to grow — you’re welcome here. ➡️➡️ Sign Up **[HERE ](https://calendly.com/movewithcouragecoaching/leadership-coffee-chat)**Not through Meetup if you'd like to attend!

**People Analytics 101: Making Sense of Compensation Data** Compensation data is one of the most widely used and widely misunderstood forms of people analytics. The session will cover where compensation data comes from, including market pricing data, internal payroll data, and benchmarking sources, and how companies think about structuring and analyzing that information. We will explore how compensation data is leveraged to set salary ranges, manage internal equity, support hiring and retention, and align pay with business strategy. A portion of the session will address common data challenges and limitations, such as market noise, inconsistent job matching, and incomplete datasets, while keeping the primary focus on practical use rather than technical depth. The session will also look ahead at where the space is going, including the growing impact of pay transparency laws, expanding pay equity requirements, and emerging regulations in the US and Europe that require organizations to report on gender and pay gaps. The goal is to give attendees a clear mental model for how compensation analytics works today and why getting it right is becoming increasingly critical. (note: we are back at Rev1 this month!) **About Our Speaker** [Alex Moore](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexscottmoore/) is the founder of [Moore Cooperative](https://moorecooperative.com/), where he advises organizations on compensation strategy, pay equity, and people analytics. His work focuses on helping organizations like the Ohio Supreme Court design, analyze, and communicate compensation systems that are data-informed, defensible, and aligned with organizational goals. Alex lives in Granville, Ohio and has three little kiddos. More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

Come chat about Atlassian tools and best practices at the Upper Arlington Sunny Street Cafe and Breakfast is on Atlassian! Let's get the day started off with breakfast with your ACE Leaders! We're always excited to talk about Atlassian Products, share our knowledge and hand out swag! Come chat with us about new product news and anything you are working on within the Atlassian product stack. This is a great opportunity to come see what we are all about, hear new business news and share with other Atlassian users your questions and experiences. We'd love to see new and old friends come out to chat and learn about Atlassian! Agenda --- Moderators Kimberly Deal - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Greg Sprowls - Columbus Atlassian Community Leader Hosted By Kimberly Deal, Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley, Chief Everything Greg Sprowls, Agility Lead --- Global Partner Atlassian (http://atlassian.com) Millions of users globally rely on Atlassian products every day for improving software development, project management, collaboration, and code quality. Partner Atlassian --- For over a decade, Atlassian customers have come together to network, share ideas, solve problems, and find new ways to use Atlassian products. Today, more than 15,000 people take part in Atlassian community events in more than 30 countries. --- Complete your event RSVP here: https://ace.atlassian.com/events/details/atlassian-columbus-presents-rise-and-shine-with-atlassian-upper-arlington-23/.

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!

Dale Gnidovec, Curator of the Orton Hall Museum of Geology at The Ohio State University, will be presenting a program he has wanted to share with us for a long time: Plate Tectonics. His description of his program: Continents on the move - Nothing in Earth history makes sense without moving continents - it tells us why mountains, volcanoes, minerals, and fossils are where they are. This talk examines the evidence for continental drift, why it was disbelieved, and explains how the more-encompassing theory of plate tectonics was developed and eventually proven. Dale is an energetic, incredibly knowledgeable, and very entertaining speaker and this will be another wonderful program by Dale. Hope to see you there! Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online 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) The formal presentation will start at noon

The February Ohio North Database Training user group meeting will be held on **February 3rd, 2025 at 5:00PM**. This will be a **HYBRID** event and we will be joined in person by **David Pickering**. 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/meet/27861114692350?p=lHdrSV1OOELhLnCiAg)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 **No Map Required: Geospatial Analytics Directly in Your Data Warehouse** Think geospatial analysis requires specialized GIS software? Think again. This session introduces you to shapefiles and spatial operations right inside your database—no mapping application required. We'll demystify shapefiles (what they are, how they work, and where to get them) and show you how nearly every modern database —from DuckDB to Snowflake, supports spatial operations. You'll see practical demos covering spatial joins, distance calculations, and how to determine if two shapes interact with each other. Whether you're a data engineer optimizing delivery routes, an analyst aggregating metrics by geography, or a BI developer building location-aware dashboards, this session will show you how to unlock powerful spatial capabilities already built into your database stack—no specialized tools required. \*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.