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**❗️ 👉 TO THE EVENT:** [Does your LLM speak the same language as you?](https://www.meetup.com/ddd-vienna/events/314052752/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link&utm_version=v2&member_id=357085385)[ ](https://www.meetup.com/java-and-friends/events/313430813/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link&utm_version=v2&member_id=357085385)**❗️** In cooperation with the [Domain-Driven Design Vienna](https://www.meetup.com/ddd-vienna/) Community we are hosting a meetup **at the SQUER Office Vienna.** **👉** Please register on the dedicated [Does your LLM speak the same language as you?](https://www.meetup.com/ddd-vienna/events/314052752/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link&utm_version=v2&member_id=357085385) Page to join us on June 2nd at 5:00 PM 🥳 We are looking forward to seeing you there!

Agenda (preliminary) 18:00 doors open 18:20 welcome 18:30 **A Tour of Ox 1.0: Direct-Style Concurrency and Resiliency** 19:30 break 20:00 **Maybe(!): "Orca: Deterministic, AI-driven development flows"** 20:00 **Maybe(!): "Sandcat: Docker & dev container setup for securely running AI agents"** 21:00 Networking **A Tour of Ox 1.0: Direct-Style Concurrency and Resiliency** Ox provides a toolkit for safe concurrency and resiliency for Scala on the JVM. After two years of prototyping, we’re delighted to showcase the final product. With Ox, you can build and deliver direct-style Scala applications today. In the code-first presentation, we’ll begin with concurrency (including lower-level structured concurrency scopes and higher-level concurrency operators). Next, we’ll proceed to Ox’s approach to error management and type safety in that area. We’ll then explore Ox’s direct-but-reactive streaming library before concluding with its built-in resiliency toolkit. Software is never finished, so we’ll also share what lies ahead for Ox specifically and our plans for direct-style Scala generally. **About Adam Warski** Adam Warski is the co-founder of SoftwareMill and head of R&D at VirtusLab, where he primarily generates code using Java, Scala, Rust and other interesting technologies. He is actively involved in open-source projects, such as Ox, Jox, Tapir, sttp, and others. He has also been a speaker at major conferences, including JavaOne, Devoxx, GeeCON and ScalaDays. In addition to writing closed- and open-source software, he spends his free time exploring various programming-related subjects. Any ideas or insights he gains usually end up on his blog ([https://warski.org/articles](https://warski.org/articles)). **Maybe(!): "Orca: Deterministic, AI-driven development flows"** Orca Flow scripts orchestrate coding agents. No need to try to convince the LLM that reviewing code until all review comments are fixed is a good idea - the script will ensure that's the way it will be done. No need to spend tokens on calling a code formatter, switch branches or creating PRs. Orca Flow scripts are written in Scala, and executable using scala-cli. That's the only component you'll need to install - everything else will be downloaded on-the-fly. Orca Flow scripts read like Python, but are type-safe, so you can know that your script will execute just fine. Orca works with Claude & Codex (now), but the plans are much wider than that! **Maybe(1): "Sandcat: a Docker & dev container setup for securely running AI agents** Sandcat is a Docker & [dev container](https://containers.dev) setup for securely running AI agents. The environment is sandboxed, with controlled network access and transparent secret substitution. All of this is done while retaining the convenience of working in an IDE like VS Code. All container traffic is routed through a transparent [mitmproxy](https://mitmproxy.org/) via WireGuard, capturing HTTP/S, DNS, and all other TCP/UDP traffic without per-tool proxy configuration. A straightforward allow/deny list-based engine controls which network requests go through, and a secret substitution system injects credentials at the proxy level so the container never sees real values.

Summer is arriving in Vienna - and so is our next AWS meetup! ☀️ For our June edition, we’re going back to building: serverless architectures, modern cloud workflows, and a touch of AI to explore how these worlds increasingly connect in real projects. A big thank you to **Eversports** for supporting the community and making the meetup possible! 🙌 *** 📍 **Location** Eversport GmbH Jakov-Lind-Straße 13 H/5. OG, 1020 Wien 🕒 **When** **June 2nd 2026** Doors open at 17:00 for networking, food & drinks. Talks start at 18:00. *** 🗓️ **Agenda** * **17:00 - 18:00:** Entry & Networking * **18:00 - 18:05:** Welcome and Introduction AWS Community Vienna * **18:05 - 18:10:** Welcome and Introduction to the sponsors (**Eversports**) * **18:10 - 19:00:** **"How RBI is automating its cloud foundation with AWS Step Functions"** * **19:00 - 19:20:** Networking break * **19:20 - 20:00:** **"Building Conversational Agents in Code with AWS Lambda Durable Functions"** * **20:00 – Open End:** Networking **"Building Conversational Agents in Code with AWS Lambda Durable Functions"** *Speaker:* **[Gunnar Grosch](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunnargrosch/)**\, Developer Advocate at Sinch \| ex\-AWS \| AWS Serverless Hero *About the talk:* Building agentic AI workflows typically requires Step Functions or complex database state machines to handle human delays. AWS Lambda Durable Functions change that. You write sequential code in a single Lambda function that can suspend for days and resume instantly, and you only pay for active compute time. In this session, we will orchestrate Amazon Bedrock conversational agents using the Sinch Conversation API to handle inbound interactions. You will learn how to dispatch AI specialists, use simple callbacks to wait for asynchronous human input, and replace heavy infrastructure boilerplate with native durable execution. **"How RBI is automating its cloud foundation with AWS Step Functions"** *Speaker:* **[Roman Jokel](https://www.linkedin.com/in/roman-jokel/),** Cloud Architect (Raiffeisen Informatik) **/ [Florian Ettinger](https://www.linkedin.com/in/florian-ettinger/),** Solution Architect (AWS) *About the talk:* How can AWS Step Functions transform daily cloud operations? Join us to explore how RBI is using workflow orchestration to automate its cloud foundation. We’ll share practical insights from our Cloud Center of Excellence, demonstrating how Step Functions power landing zone operations, simplify automation, speed up deployments and enable scalable cloud governance across the organization. *** 💛 **Sponsors:** * **Eversports** - [eversports.at](https://www.eversports.at/) *** 📌 **RSVP now** and invite your colleagues to celebrate, learn, and connect with the AWS community! By RSVPing, you confirm that you agree to our [Code of Conduct](http://aws-meetup-vie.s3-website.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/AWS_Meetup_Vienna-Code_Of_Conduct.pdf). **By submitting your RSVP, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken during the event. If you prefer not to appear in such recordings, please let the organizer know before the event. Please note that we cannot guarantee the retrospective removal, blurring, or editing of individual attendees in group photos or event footage. Any publication of identifiable individual portraits will be subject to separate consent where required.**

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**Does your LLM speak the same language as you?** *Context, Language & AI in Domain‑Driven Design* Zutaten allein reichen nicht. In Domain‑Driven Design (DDD) entscheiden Kontext, gemeinsame Sprache und Abgrenzung über gute Software – und über sinnvolle Nutzung von LLMs im Unternehmen. In diesem Meetup verbinden wir strategisches DDD, Ubiquitous Language und AI: * Warum Kontext wichtiger ist als Zutaten (erklärt am italienischen Dinner) * Warum gemeinsame Sprache kein Glossar, sondern ein Arbeitsinstrument ist * Wie viel Kontext ein LLM wirklich braucht – und warum unser Team denselben braucht Wir diskutieren LLMs nicht als Ersatz für Zusammenarbeit, sondern als **Verstärker von gutem Domain‑Wissen**. **Agenda** * Quick Intro: Kontext als roter Faden * Strategisches DDD: Zutaten ≠ Lösung * Ubiquitous Language: Sprache als Entscheidungsgrundlage * LLMs im Business: impliziter vs. expliziter Kontext * Diskussion & Q&A **Timeline** 🚪 17:00 Open doors 🎬 17:30 Official start 🍕 19:30 Pizza and Networking \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **English Version:** Does your LLM speak the same language as you? Context, Language & AI in Domain‑Driven Design Ingredients alone aren't enough. In Domain‑Driven Design (DDD), context, shared language, and clear boundaries determine good software – and the meaningful use of LLMs in an organization. In this meetup, we connect strategic DDD, Ubiquitous Language, and AI: Why context matters more than ingredients (explained through an Italian dinner) Why shared language isn't a glossary, but a working instrument. How much context an LLM really needs – and why our team needs the same We discuss LLMs not as a replacement for collaboration, but as an amplifier of good domain knowledge. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Dieses Meetup ist eine Zusammenarbeit mit dem [DDD Vienna Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/ddd-vienna/events/314052752/?). Anmeldung auf einer von beiden Meetups ist ausreichend. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🎤 **Call for Speakers & Sponsors!** Wenn du selbst etwas beitragen möchtest oder eine Idee für einen Talk hast, melde dich gerne bei uns. Wir sind laufend auf der Suche – nicht nur nach Speaker:innen, sondern auch nach neuen Locations für zukünftige Meetups.

***"Where does the mind stop and the rest of the world begin?"*** *Does our mind stop at the skull, like the brain? Or does it extend outward into notebooks, post-its, gadgets, and perhaps even other people?* In this session of **Marginal Thoughts**, we will explore how far our minds extend. Before the - hopefully mind-expanding - discussion, we will engage with the “Extended Mind Thesis” through a short interview with one of its proponents and a short story that exemplifies the idea: * [Video interview with Andy Clark](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kc-TdMjuJRU), one of the proponents of the "Extended Mind" (\~13 min) * Short story by Jonathan Nolan: ["Memento Mori"](http://people.whitman.edu/~herbrawt/classes/110/Nolan.pdf) (\~25 min; alternatively available as an [audio version read by author](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqq2aSegXXI)) Here Clark suggests that destroying someone’s notes might amount to more than mere property damage, whereas Nolan’s protagonist uses notes precisely to commit more than mere property damage. **How to prepare** Watching the short interview and reading the story would be the minimal preparation. Some optional material is listed below. As you engage with the material, try to identify at least one point of curiosity, confusion, or uncertainty - these will be natural starting points for our discussion. **What to expect** This is an in-person, conversational meetup in English. The goal isn't to debate or lecture - it’s to explore ideas and leave with better questions than we arrived with. **Optional stuff for the extra curious** The interview with Andy Clark comes from a [longer video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rSngHyD44OY) which also features David Chalmers, co-author of the [original paper](https://www.alice.id.tue.nl/references/clark-chalmers-1998.pdf) proposing the "Extended Mind Thesis". And given the topic of the session and the name of this Meetup group, it would be an omission not to mention the poem ["Marginalia"](https://allpoetry.com/Marginalia) by Billy Collins ([here](https://soundcloud.com/brainpicker/billy-collins-reads-marginalia) read by the author).

**Something about AI from a principal coder** Long term contributor and visitor of the Vienna GameDev Meetup and Principal Software Engineer at Epic Dietmar Hauser will tell us about his experiences with AI, agents, agentic programming, the singularity and more. You don't want to miss this and the QA session afterwards <3 Want to prepare? Just watch this reddit thread including his recent podcast with Jack <3 https://www.reddit.com/r/gamedev/comments/1syd6eg/a_principal_software_engineer_at_epic_games_25/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PE3aCgSHvTQ **After some announcement we will look at at least 2 games** \* [Black Jacket](https://store.steampowered.com/app/3100370/Black_Jacket/) / [Mipumi](https://mipumi.com/) \* SorcerAI / Oskar Lazar Can‘t wait. The Gamedev Meetup is sponsored by the best Co-Working Space in Town Das Packhaus ( [https://www.daspackhaus.at/](https://www.daspackhaus.at/) ). Cannot wait to see you there Michael ( [https://bsky.app/profile/asebist.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/asebist.bsky.social) )

☕ **AI Breakfast: Real Talk, No Slides** We’re hosting the **AI Breakfast Vienna** — a casual, high-signal meetup for the AI community. Whether you’re a researcher, an AI engineer," a founder, or a policy innovator, this is your space to connect. We’re breaking down the silos between research, product, and engineering to spark real discussions before the workday even begins. * **When:** June 5th, 8:30 AM * **Where:** Cafe Museum - Literatursalon - Table reserved under **"Cristian Hofmann / AI Austria"** * **Hosts:** Cristian, Amin, and Ruben * **Cost:** Order breakfast at your own expense Space is limited! 👉 **RSVP only if you’re 100% sure you can make it.**

**Agentic AI trifft Cybersecurity – Wenn intelligente Agenten außer Kontrolle geraten** **Die nächste Evolutionsstufe der künstlichen Intelligenz ist bereits da:** Agentic AI Systeme, die eigenständig planen, Entscheidungen treffen und handeln – oft ohne menschliche Kontrolle. Doch was passiert, wenn genau diese Autonomie zur Gefahr wird? KI-Agenten, die täuschend echte Phishing-Angriffe erstellen, Sicherheitsmechanismen in Echtzeit umgehen oder Netzwerke wie digitale Schläfer infiltrieren – das ist keine Zukunftsmusik mehr. Es passiert bereits heute. Bei diesem exklusiven Abend-Event diskutieren zwei Experten an der Schnittstelle von AI und Cybersecurity über die Risiken, Chancen und die Realität autonomer KI-Systeme. **Dr. Jeannette Gorzala**, Gründerin und CEO von ACT AI NOW sowie Vice Chair des AI Boards der österreichischen Bundesregierung, engagiert sich aktiv für AI Literacy, den European AI Act und die verantwortungsvolle Gestaltung von Künstlicher Intelligenz in Europa. Darüber hinaus bringt sie ihre Expertise als Mitglied der GPAIM Working Groups des EU AI Office der Europäischen Kommission in die europäische KI-Strategie und Regulierung ein. NEOB Technology GmbH Gründer und CEO **Ed Prinz** gibt Einblicke in moderne Agentic-AI-Architekturen – von autonomen Tools und Multi-Step-Reasoning bis hin zu realen Anwendungen im Bereich Voice AI und Business Automation. Dabei geht es auch um die entscheidende Frage: Wo verschwimmt die Grenze zwischen hilfreichen und potenziell gefährlichen KI-Agenten? CyberTrap CEO **Adi Reschenhofer** zeigt, wie moderne Deception-Technologien Angreifer in die Falle locken – mit Honeypots, Decoys und KI-gestützten Täuschungsmechanismen. Wenn KI gegen KI kämpft, verändert sich das Spielfeld der Cybersicherheit grundlegend. Gemeinsam sprechen sie über Themen, die Unternehmen und CISOs zunehmend beschäftigen: • Kann man einem KI-Agenten vertrauen, den man nicht selbst entwickelt hat? • Wie verteidigt man sich gegen Angriffe, die lernen und sich weiterentwickeln? • Ist die Cybersecurity-Branche schnell genug – oder sind Angreifer bereits voraus? ## Event Details 📅 **Datum:** 3\. Juni 2026 🕔 **Einlass:** ab 17:00 Uhr 🕕 **Start:** 18:00 Uhr 📍 **Location:** Boston Consulting Group Address: Postgasse 10, 1010 Wien Sprache: Deutsch 🎟 **Eintritt frei** ⚠️ Begrenzte Plätze – First Come, First Served. Drinks & Snacks sind vor Ort vorhanden.

# Agentic AI Open Air Summer Meetup An relaxed summer evening directly at the Danube 🌅 Join us for open discussions around the latest developments in Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, AI Agents and Agentic AI — from emerging trends and real-world use cases to the opportunities and risks of autonomous AI systems. Whether you are a developer, founder, investor, student, or simply curious about AI — everyone is welcome. The venue offers a true summer atmosphere in the heart of Vienna: Open-air beach bar, sand, hammocks, deckchairs, DJ sessions, and international food options right by the water. 📍 Location Strandbar Herrmann Herrmannpark, 1030 Vienna 📅 Date 05.06.2026 🕔 Time 17:00 **Table Reservation:** A large table has been reserved under **"ED PRINZ"**. If you cannot find the table behind the bar area, please ask the bar staff. **Important:** Food and drinks at the venue are self-paid. I will bring some mini snacks and a few special drinks for the community. Looking forward to a relaxed evening with great conversations, networking, AI discussions, and summer vibes by the river. *** # Agentic AI Open Air Summer Meetup Ein entspannter Sommerabend direkt an der Donau 🌅 Gemeinsam sprechen wir über die neuesten Entwicklungen rund um Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, AI Agents und Agentic AI – von aktuellen Trends und praktischen Anwendungen bis hin zu den Chancen und Herausforderungen autonomer KI-Systeme. Egal ob Entwickler, Unternehmer, Investor, Student oder einfach AI-interessiert: Jeder ist willkommen. Die Location bietet echtes Summer-Feeling mitten in Wien: Sandstrand, Hängematten, Liegestühle, Open-Air Atmosphäre, DJ Sessions und internationales Food-Angebot. 📍 Location Strandbar Herrmann Herrmannpark, 1030 Wien 📅 Date 05.06.2026 🕔 Time 17:00 **Tischreservierung:** Für unsere Gruppe wurde ein großer Tisch auf den Namen **"ED PRINZ"** reserviert. Falls ihr den Tisch hinter der Bar nicht findet, fragt bitte einfach beim Barpersonal nach. **Wichtig:** Die Konsumation vor Ort zahlt jeder selbst. Ich bringe kleine Snacks sowie einige Special Drinks für die Community mit. Freue mich auf einen entspannten Abend mit spannenden Gesprächen, Networking und guter Stimmung direkt am Wasser. *** **Note:** By attending the event, you consent to being photographed in accordance with § 78 Austrian Copyright Act (Urheberrechtsgesetz). These photos may be used for post-event reporting by the DLT Austria Team and published on DLT Austria media channels, including the website, LinkedIn, Instagram, and newsletters, without compensation.

**24 hours. 4 real cases. 100 builders. One weekend that hits - apply on Luma:** https://luma.com/sp3ivels On June 6 and 7, **START Hack Vienna '26** takes over Vienna. You, your laptop, your team - and four challenges from leading tech companies. Code freeze is Sunday at 14:00. Until then: build, debug, pitch, win. Who's in: 🎙️ **[fonio.ai](https://www.fonio.ai/de)** \- Voice AI Infrastructure 🛡️ **[techbold](https://www.techbold.at/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=767953138&gbraid=0AAAAADi2E3GNKvho9R78moM6jpNWhJaDZ&gclid=CjwKCAjwtvvPBhBuEiwAPMijr2G_eUd8qy1SVORJdzxIs9kwdvsLoYjwskQUiCClw300Rh8kPwEn8xoCVp0QAvD_BwE)** \- B2B IT & Automation 🎯 Plus two more case partners, coming soon 🛠️ Powered by **[Lovable](https://lovable.dev/)** and more tool partners to come 🏠 At **[Home of Innovation](https://homeofinnovationx.com/)**, Vienna *** **What you get:** 🎯 4 real challenges from real companies, no toy problems 🧠 Live mentoring from case partners and industry experts 🛠️Premium tool access with credits from our partners 🍕 24h catering, food truck, coffee on tap 🏆 10,000+ EUR prize pool plus a Community Award and the Overall Winner trophy 🌍 A public GitHub portfolio piece - MIT-licensed, ready for your CV *** **Who should apply:** Builders, students, engineers, designers, PMs, founders, operators - junior to senior. If you ship things and want to join great people, you're in the right place. Solo? That works, we'll match you on-site. *** **The basics:** 📅 June 6-7, 2026 📍 Home of Innovation, Vienna (Arsenalstraße 11) 💸 Free 👥 Teams of 2-4 🌐 English 🎟️ \~100 builders on-site *** **How it works:** Teams pick their case preferences. We match. 24h of hacking. Each case partner picks a Track Winner. The 4 Track Winners pitch in front of an external jury of VCs, founders, and tech leads - and one of them takes home the **Overall Winner** trophy. While the jury deliberates, the **Community Award** runs on the main stage - open mic, 2-minute pitches, live crowd voting. *** Applications are rolling. Apply early, hear back fast. **Powered by START Vienna** \- Vienna's community for entrepreneurial talent\. Part of the global START Network\.

Have you always wanted to paint but never quite dared? This June, we’re hosting a series of watercolor workshops tailored for beginners. Each Wednesday from 18:00–20:00 we dive into a new theme: * 3 June – Geometric Abstraction * 10 June – Landscapes * 18 June – Flowers (Exception: Thursday!) * 24 June – Crazy Creatures What to expect * Warm welcome & introduction – we start every session with a gentle overview of materials and techniques. * Guided practice – our experienced instructor provides professional guidance and demonstrates step‑by‑step exercises aligned with the theme, set in the context of art and history. * Play without pressure – these are intro sessions designed for people who’ve always wanted to paint but never dared. Mistakes are part of the fun! * Excellent quality materials included – brushes, Fabriano watercolor paper, paints and palettes are provided. We choose our supplies mindfully and minimise waste . Simply bring your curiosity. * Good vibes guaranteed – small group size, relaxed atmosphere and plenty of encouragement. Logistics * When: Wednesdays and one Thursday 3, 10, 18 and 24 June 2026, 18:00–20:00 * Where: Studio of Leftbank, Goldschlagstraße 1, 1150 Wien * Cost: 40 euro. The price includes all materials. * Capacity: Spaces are limited to 12 people to ensure individual attention. Please signal any additional people you plan to bring. RSVP: Click “Join” to reserve your spot. Feel free to message us with any questions. We can’t wait to paint with you!

We will meet in a calm and friendly place ( Parc, Café, Restaurant) to explore together some of Jiddu Krishnamurti’s key questions about awareness, relationship, and freedom. There will be no teaching, no authority — only open dialogue and attentive listening. Everyone is welcome, whether you are familiar with Jiddu Krishnamurti or simply curious about life and self-understanding. We’ll start with an open conversation around a theme such as “Listening without judgment” or “Can thought bring clarity?” Please bring openness, curiosity, and a readiness to listen — no books or notes needed. The spirit is not to discuss “what should be,” but to observe together “what is.”

Are you interested in product management and user experience? Are you an early bird? Join us for **UX Vienna Mornings**, a casual breakfast meetup. Meet like-minded people, discuss interesting topics, and expand your professional network in a great atmosphere. Our agenda: 1. Introduce yourself: Share what you do or what you like. 2. Learn about job opportunities and upcoming events. 3. Discuss your topics or projects. Is there a question you would like to discuss? Or a project you would like to share? Please bring them along! 4. Network and chat. **UX Vienna Mornings** take place on the first Friday of every month from 8 am to 10 am. Please note that this location only accepts cash. By participating, you agree that your likeness may be recorded and authorise UX Vienna to use any recording containing your likeness in any medium for any purpose. Accessible services for people with special needs: For assistance from a public transport stop to the venue and back, please email Max Scheugl at m@nofro.com

## 🤝 Host Information A co-hosted event by ProductTank Columbus & Women in Product Columbus 💡 About the Workshop AI adoption is stalling across organizations — not because of a lack of motivation or tools, but because it's fundamentally a behavior design challenge. This hands-on workshop applies proven Behavior Design models and methods to help you move from a vague organizational wish to boost AI adoption to 3-5 concrete, testable interventions you can act on starting tomorrow. Whether you're a product manager, on a product team, or just someone trying to get AI to actually stick at work, you'll leave with a clear picture of what's worth focusing on, what to ignore, and how to drive real, sustained adoption — no guesswork required. 🛠️ What to Bring Laptop: Fully charged and ready to go. AI Assistant: Have your favorite AI assistant pulled up. (Dom will be using Claude, but feel free to use whichever assistant you prefer!) 🍕 Logistics & Perks Food & Drink: Pizza and drinks provided! Parking: Plenty of free spaces available on-site. ###

Topic to be announced. **THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/ **DIRECTIONS** Franklin University Fisher Hall 300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8 Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map. NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio! The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us! And yes, there will be free food. So please RSVP for a head count!

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)

Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration! This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired. **New to electronics or curious about tinkering?** You’re absolutely welcome. If you’re a beginner and want to experiment, I’ll have a couple of starter kits available so you can try things out—whether that’s blinking your first LED, putting something on a display, or experimenting with simple sensors. No pressure and no experience required—just an interest in learning and building. While we continue to pursue a more permanent venue for this Meetup, we’ll be using public library facilities based on availability. This session will be at the Worthington Park Library in the Olentangy Meeting Room.

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.

Couldn't make Knowledge? Or want to debrief the dancing robots or Autonomous Workforce? Join us for a Knowledge '26 recap, insights sharing, a couple rounds of golf, and fun at Topgolf. As always, drinks and food will be provided. More details to come — mark your calendar, RSVP, and save your spot today!