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Lean Agentic AI: Optimising AI
In dieser Session dreht sich alles um die **Optimierung agentischer KI** unter dem Gesichtspunkt der Ökologie.
Mit der zunehmenden Verbreitung von KI in Unternehmen entwickeln sich Token-Verbrauch, Inferenzkosten, Orchestrierungsaufwand und Kontextmanagement zu entscheidenden betrieblichen Herausforderungen.
Die nächste Phase der KI-Entwicklung wird nicht nur von der Intelligenz der Modelle abhängen, sondern auch davon, wie effizient diese Intelligenz orchestriert, gesteuert und skaliert werden kann.
Lean Agentic AI stellt einen architektonischen Ansatz vor, der Lean-Engineering-Prinzipien auf agentische Systeme anwendet – wodurch unnötiger Token-Verbrauch reduziert, redundantes Schlussfolgern minimiert und die Recheneffizienz durch modulare Agenten, selektive Orchestrierung, adaptives Gedächtnis und abrufgesteuerte Intelligenz optimiert wird. Somit verringert sich automatisch auch die Umweltauswirkung von KI.
Zu Gast haben wir Navveen Balani, Executive Director bei der Green Software Foundation und ausgewiesener Experte in der Anwendung und Optimierung von KI. Er zeigt und, wie tokenbewusste Architekturen Skalierbarkeit, Latenz, Governance und ROI verbessern können und es uns gleichzeitig ermöglichen, produktionsreife KI-Ökosysteme aufzubauen, die effizient, kontrollierbar und in großem Maßstab nachhaltig sind. Die Diskussion basiert auf den Konzepten aus dem Buch des Autors, „Lean Agentic AI“.
Hinweis: Der Talk ist auf Englisch
**Agenda**
18:00 Einlass & Networking
18:30 Vortrag mit einer kleinen Pause zwischendurch
21:00 Ende & Networking
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Green Software Development Karlsruhe ist ein unabhängiger Teil der globalen [Green Software Foundation](https://greensoftware.foundation/) Community.
Das [CyberForum](https://www.cyberforum.de/), die Wirtschaftsförderung, die [Fairantwortung](https://fairantwortung.org/) und der [ImpactHub Karlsruhe](https://karlsruhe.impacthub.net/) sorgen für eine Verbreitung des Events im Netzwerk.
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The Eye Contact Experiment [Zürich]
**Start February energized!**
Open your eyes, heart and soul and lose yourself in the eyes of a stranger for one minute. Explore a sense of belonging within our community while enjoying a moment of connection with a fellow human being.
►𝗪𝗛𝗬
Explore and express who you are: A human being.
𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄
When someone approaches us on the street, sometimes there is an incentive to sell something in particular. Yet, in this event, you have the unique opportunity to experience how we connect with each other without any intention. Here, you can feel truly being seen and understood. Experience the joy of human connection.
𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿
Eye contact is a simple form of meditation that allows you to observe your thoughts and feelings with much more clarity. This so called awareness is your gateway to a joyful life. Experience a day full of curiosity, peace and presence.
𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲
For some of us, looking into the eyes of someone can be a difficult, daunting task. Yet it is proven that people looking into the eyes of others are perceived as more confident. This skill can be trained like a muscle. In other words, you are going to feel much more comfortable around other people. Learning this skill can be useful in holding a public speech, a company meeting, at dating or talking with your friends and family.
𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘆𝗲 𝗴𝗮𝘇𝗲𝗿𝘀
Meet open-minded, positive people and connect with all kinds of them. Experience acceptance free of any judgement. Find a safe place where we see commonalities over differences. We are all part of the same family.
𝗕𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀
Nowadays, we are glued to our phones and social media. We, almost by accident, learned to avoid contact with fellow human beings where the generation before us used to have conversations with strangers while riding the tram, bus or train. Many friendships and romantic relationships used to stem from these casual interactions in public life. Let’s solve the problem of the increasing sense of division, isolation and loneliness by coming together and be truly present and communicate with each other, verbally and non-verbally.
►𝗛𝗢𝗪
Choose someone, offer this person to sit in front of you and make yourself comfortable. Bring a blanket or something similar to comfortably sit down. Alternatively, you can do the eye gazing while standing. Look into each others eyes for a minute (or even longer). Enjoy the silence and observe what happens. Expect nothing, yet be open for everything.
►𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧
The eye contact experiment is a beautiful and powerful experience that…
• offers you to explore human connection through non-verbal communication.
• can make your day, and for some people even change their life.
• brings people together.
►𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗡
23th June, from 6:30pm until 8:30 pm.
►𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘
Rentenwiese
General-Guisan-Quai 37, 8002 Zürich, Switzerland
https://maps.app.goo.gl/7F9sZPZK6fugTjG5A
Not sure where we are? Ask in our Whatsapp / Telegram group
• Telegram: [https://t.me/+G4lENGEqlkIyZGM0](https://t.me/+G4lENGEqlkIyZGM0)
• WhatsApp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BioB6ALayCLJOnOwKQvmJ8](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BioB6ALayCLJOnOwKQvmJ8)
►𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗕𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚
• A blanket to sit on
• Enough water to drink
• Some snacks for the picknick afterwards
► **SUPPORT US**
Love what we are doing? Support our movement to defeat loneliness and spread a sense of belonging and community through our unique experiences. We put a lot of love, care, attention, time and resources into our project for the benefit of everyone! Even with just 25, 10 or even 5 CHF you can make a difference.
[https://buymeacoffee.com/socialfreedomcrew](https://buymeacoffee.com/socialfreedomcrew)
►𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦
If you want to have a better picture about how this Event could be like, just watch the Videos from the following Links:
[https://vimeo.com/190622917](https://vimeo.com/190622917)
[https://youtu.be/EIlj5xtTYHE](https://youtu.be/EIlj5xtTYHE)
[https://youtu.be/nFDeFo2aLmc](https://youtu.be/nFDeFo2aLmc)
[https://youtu.be/hIq1v5KFN2c](https://youtu.be/hIq1v5KFN2c)
...or listen to this radio broadcast:
[http://bit.ly/what_is_eye_gazing](http://bit.ly/what_is_eye_gazing)
Kurze Spiele in Uster im Restaurant alle Altersklassen
Liebe Teilnehmer
Wir werden uns im Restaurant Seestern für zwei gemütliche Stunden zum Spielen treffen. Ich bringe kurze einfache aber Spaß machende Würfel und Kartenspiele mit. Auf eigene Kosten dürft ihr euch. Mit Essen und Getränken nebenbei verwönen lassen. Wer Lust hat, darf auch länger als zwei Stunden bleiben. Bitte macht noch Werbung, sodass wir eine schöne Runde sind . Bitte meldet euch an, damit ich reservieren kann.
🎲 Stranger Games – Socialize & Play Board Games You've Never Tried! 💎
**Every 4th Tuesday in Oerlikon \| Explore 6\-7 curated tables of underplayed treasures**
**🎟️ [\[Get Your Ticket - CHF 5\]](https://eventfrog.ch/Strangergames)**
* 📍 ***Exclusive New Location:*** *Mama Shelter – Lobby / Library Area*, right next to *Bahnhof Oerlikon*.
📱 ***Smart ZSP Features***\*:\* Self check-in using your *Eventfrog email or ticket ID*, plus reserve your game table *12–24 hours before the event* (link provided before the event).
***[ZFG SpielPass](https://zfgs.life/SpielPass)***
* **🎲 6-7 Curated Tables:** Hidden gems & unique games you rarely see.
* **🎮 Game Masters:** At every table explaining the rules (**no manuals needed!**).
* **🧩 Diverse Genres:** Euro, abstract, thematic, quirky.
* **🕢 Timing:** Arrive by **19:30** to browse & choose your table.
**🔄 HOW IT WORKS:** Browse tables → Pick your game → Game Master explains → Play & discover!
**🤔 WHY ZFG?** Tired of playing the same games? **Stranger Games** spotlights brilliant, underplayed titles that deserve more love. ZFG is Zurich's most vibrant non-profit gaming community — no cliques, just exploration and friends. **80% come solo** and find their table immediately.
**🌐 See our 80+ game collection: [Website](https://zurichfungamers.com/list-of-games)**
**🎟️ [\[Secure Your Spot - CHF 5\]](https://eventfrog.ch/Strangergames)**[ ](https://eventfrog.ch/Strangergames)*(Regular? See our Annual Legends Pass option on DOPI and Ladies night Listings)*
📲 **Join Switzerland's biggest board gaming WhatsApp for updates:**
**[Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GhVuGiUwPpi3BkhskOUJgp)**
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📲 **Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/zurichfungamers/)**
**🎟️ [\[Reserve Your Ticket\]](https://eventfrog.ch/Strangergames)**
From Real-Time Intelligence to Legacy Mastery: The Era of AI Agents
**Cloud Native Night Munich**
AI agents are rapidly evolving from simple assistants into autonomous systems capable of reasoning, maintaining context, and interacting with complex environments. In this meetup, we’ll explore two practical applications of modern agentic AI in software engineering.
The first talk dives into building stateful AI agents that work with real-time data, covering the architectural patterns and challenges behind creating responsive, context-aware systems. The second talk showcases how agentic AI can be applied to understanding and analysing complex legacy applications — helping uncover program flows, dependencies, and hidden system knowledge that would otherwise take countless hours to explore manually.
Whether you’re building AI-powered applications, modernising enterprise systems, or simply curious about the future of intelligent software, this meetup offers hands-on insights into how AI agents are transforming the way we interact with technology
THIS MEETUP WILL BE HYBRID. **\|** Zoom Link will be available shortly before the meetup
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* 6\.30 PM \| Doors open\. Grab some snacks & drinks\.
* 7\.00 PM \| Welcome & Intro – **Start of hybrid meetup**
* 7\.15 PM \| **Building Stateful AI Agents with Real-Time Data**, Gregor Bauer (VP Customer Engineering at CrateDB)
* \~8:15 PM \| **Hosty - The next level with Agentic AI,** Martin Binder (Lead IT Consultant at QAware)
* afterwards: More snacks & drinks, and a lot of time for networking with all attendees and speakers.
\*\*\* ABSTRACTS \*\*\*
**Building Stateful AI Agents with Real-Time Data**, Gregor Bauer (VP Customer Engineering at CrateDB)
Most AI demos are stateless. Real systems are not.
Modern AI applications increasingly depend on continuously changing operational data: events, metrics, logs, transactions, sensor streams, and user activity. This creates a new architectural challenge: how do we build AI agents that can reason over live data while remaining scalable and observable ?
This talk explores the architecture of stateful AI systems and agentic applications. We will cover:
* streaming-first AI architectures
* real-time context enrichment
* combining vector search with structured queries
* memory layers for AI agents
* latency and scalability considerations
* operational lessons from large-scale data platforms
The session provides practical guidance for engineers designing production-ready AI platforms.
**Hosty - The next level with Agentic AI,** Martin Binder (Lead IT Consultant at QAware)
To migrate legacy systems, you need to understand these IT dinosaurs, at least partially. So code analysis up to a certain level is unavoidable. What used to take months, sometimes years without LLMs is now doable in a few days with Gemini and friends. And yet: you still have to drive the analysis yourself, stitch the LLM's partial results into a coherent picture and fight the context window. With old source files thousands of lines long, that part really hurt.
Agentic AIs like Claude Code are not just another AI feature. They change how you approach unfamiliar systems — fast, and without the headaches that LLM chat workflows used to come with. Teaser: an analysis that took us a few days under "yay!" cheers is now done in minutes.
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Please comply with our [Code of Conduct](https://www.greenmanifesto.de/en/code-of-conduct).
Please note that photos are taken during the meetup. If you do not want to appear in the photos, please contact the meetup team at the beginning of the event.
Bitte halte dich an unseren [Code of Conduct](https://www.greenmanifesto.de/code-of-conduct).
Während unserer Meetups werden Fotos aufgenommen. Falls du nicht auf den Fotos erscheinen möchtest, sprich bitte zu Beginn der Veranstaltung mit unserem Meetup Team.
Practice your programming skills with Python, Js, Java, C(++) or ...
Anybody who wants to practice their programming skills is welcome. We share our ideas, learn from each other, do some exercise, ask questions, etc. This meetup is the best for those who want to improve their skills by programming and learning in a group
If you want to learn more about our Co-Learning, please have a look at our website:
[https://opentechschool-zurich.github.io/](https://opentechschool-zurich.github.io/)
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We have a chat group you can join to get more information:
[https://app.element.io/#/room/#ots-zh:matrix.org](https://app.element.io/#/room/#ots-zh:matrix.org)
(You need to create a free account if you don't already have one)
Remote participants are also welcome. You first need to join the Element chat and then get into the video call that we start at around 19:00 (if we forget, pleas ping us in the Element chat!)
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Our main languages are Python and Javascript, but we welcome every programming languages.
Some of the skills we can help you learning:
* Python and
* ... PyGame (Zero / Play)
-.... Flask
* ... Jupyter and data science
-... PySide2 / PyQt
* ... Shoebot
* C++ and
* ... Qt
* ... cmake
* ... and modern C++
* Flutter for Apps
* PHP and
* ... Vue.js
* ... Wordpress
* JS and React.js
We have a few Github repository that can be interesting to browse:: https://github.com/opentechschool-zurich/
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IBM TechXchange Switzerland - Analytics & AI Lounge 11.0
Greetings Analytics & AI Dreamers!
Get ready for another round of analytics inspiration at IBM TechXchange Switzerland - Analytics & AI Lounge 11.0! **AI** or **agents** or **Analytics** is your topic?
**Even not yet being skilled in these topics or being an IBM client: COME and JOIN our community for learning and exchanging! In this release we show the latest and greatest developments in Analytics & AI.**
Join us for another round of thrilling discussions, mind-blowing insights, and an opportunity to connect with other data lovers. We promise an engaging experience where analytics & AI enthusiasts come together to explore the depths of:
* **Hot topic 1: Boost your Planning Analytics with MCP components:** Create assistants and agents only with developer skills? Not anymore! Use MCP as an open standard that acts like a universal "USB-C port" for AI
* **Hot topic 2: Enrich your AI with real time data:** Data streaming platforms can securely and scalable scalable transport continuous data streams in milliseconds and are the foundation of modern, AI-powered applications. A short live demo based on Apache Kafka (Confluent) demonstrates how stream processing and AI can efficiently transform complex data streams in real time.
**Lounge Logistics:**
* *Date:* June 25th, 2026
* *Time:* 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (2x 45 minutes of analytics & AI excitement, followed by a delightful Apero)
* *Place:* IBM location, Vulkanstrasse 106, 8010 Zurich, 4th floor (registration & welcome 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM)
* *Format:* In-person
* ***MANDATORY***\* because of logistics: please **register** also on the IBM page to plan building entrance and the Apero\*: [here](https://www.ibm.com/events/reg/flow/ibm/18E5HXMB/landing/page/landing)
Don't miss this opportunity to increase your analytics & AI skills, share insights, and connect with like-minded professionals. Secure your spot now for an evening filled with laughter, learning, and a renewed appreciation for making numbers fun!
For those unable to attend, no worries! Simply drop us an email, and we'll promptly provide you with a recording of the session.
Mark your calendars, reserve your spot, and get ready for another round of analytics awesomeness. Let's make IBM TechXchange Switzerland - Analytics Lounge 11.0 even more spectacular than the first ten!
Please use addit. this link [here](https://www.ibm.com/events/reg/flow/ibm/18E5HXMB/landing/page/landing)[ ](https://www.ibm.com/events/reg/flow/ibm/FLO8EBMB/landing/page/landing)to register in parallel on the IBM-page.
See you there, ready to dream data once again!
Fast Friending - Make Meaningful Connections! (25-45/Bring a lady free)
Meet like-minded ladies and gentlemen, enjoy easy conversations, and make genuine new connections at our Fast Friending evening!
**You will need to buy a ticket for attending -**
[https://zurich27thjune.eventbrite.co.uk](https://zurich27thjune.eventbrite.co.uk)
\*You can use any debit or credit card to purchase your ticket at PayPal checkout. It will ask you for your email address but that is only to send you a receipt. You do not need a PayPal account.
TICKETS:-
Early bird - CHF 10
Regular ticket - CHF 15
Cash at the meetup - If you have not purchased your ticket in advance then you can pay CHF 20 per person in cash on the day of the meetup to Neo (Please bring exact change)
'Fast friending' is our fun and quick way to help you make new connections quickly with both ladies and gentlemen. These are people in the age group of 25 and 45 and so you will be on a similar wavelength. Naturally you can always choose who to speak with based on your preference!
**Here’s how your evening will flow:**
**7:00 PM – Welcome**
Arrive at 7:00 PM and be welcomed by your host, Neo, who will guide the evening and help with introductions. Feeling shy? Come a little early and she’ll ease you into small-group conversations. You’re also welcome to bring a lady friend along for free.
**7:30 – 8:30 PM \| Fast Friending**
Chat with a new attendee every 3 minutes, ensuring you meet a variety of like-minded ladies and gentlemen.
**After 8:30 PM \| Open Mingling**
Reconnect with those you enjoyed speaking to and continue meaningful conversations at your own pace
If you are a bit shy or anxious then please come early. Julianne will help you meet other members in a small group and help you settle down and get comfortable.
\- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\!
\- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\.
\- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 21 to 40 age group\.
\- Our evenings are not about 'dating' or for 'romantic' connections\. 'Fast friending' is NOT 'Speed dating'\. 'Fast friending' is designed to help members meet other like minded ladies and gents\. It is about new friendships and connections\. Naturally\, new friendships can lead to dating or romantic connections\, but that is not our focus\.
Why do we have tickets?
1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication.
2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved.
3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity.
ABOUT [fastfriends.co.uk ](https://fastfriends.co.uk/)-
We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk).
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You can contact our founder Dan on +447715705005 with any questions or ideas.
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**Here are some videos which will give you some guidance and comfort to make your attendance more productive.**
Secrets of socializing at our meetups - [http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing ](http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing)
How to make new friends - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs)
How to make people like you at our socials -[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI)
Why you should attend our evenings - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8)
Member feedback - [https://youtu.be/bF_oxrWGqus?si=8ewukkeawt1N12nm](https://youtu.be/bF_oxrWGqus?si=8ewukkeawt1N12nm)
Unlock Your Core Patterns – The Wisdom of Numbers, Cycles & Rhythms
**Unlock Your Core Patterns**
*The Wisdom of Numbers, Cycles & Rhythms*
Have you ever wondered why certain themes keep repeating in your life?
Maybe you keep attracting similar relationships.
Maybe you're feeling stuck or disconnected.
Maybe you're navigating a transition and don't know what this season is asking of you.
What if these experiences aren't random?
What if they are invitations to understand yourself more deeply?
***
This workshop is an opportunity to slow down, reflect and reconnect with yourself through the lens of patterns, cycles and rhythms.
We believe that life is seasonal.
Nature moves in cycles. So do we.
Sometimes we suffer because we try to force a season we are no longer in. Sometimes we judge ourselves for not being where we think we "should" be.
**You are not broken.**
**You may simply be out of harmony with your current season.**
✨ During this immersive experience, we will explore:
• Why certain patterns keep repeating in our lives
• How our lives move through different seasons and cycles
• Practical ways to understand where you are right now
• The Bus Metaphor: understanding the different parts of yourself and learning which qualities this season is inviting forward
• Breathwork, meditation and embodiment practices that transform insight into lived experience
• Reflection exercises and meaningful conversations
• How to move through life with greater awareness, trust and self-compassion
***
**This workshop is not about predicting your future.**
**Numerology is simply a symbolic language and reflective lens that helps us explore our patterns, strengths, challenges and opportunities.**
**The purpose is awareness, not prediction.**
🌱 You will leave with:
✓ Greater self-awareness
✓ A deeper understanding of your current season of life
✓ Practical tools for navigating change
✓ A renewed connection with yourself
✓ Greater trust in your own rhythm
✓ Meaningful connection with like-minded people
***
**This experience is intentionally intimate and limited in size to create a safe and supportive space for reflection, sharing and genuine human connection.**
✨ Ready to join us?
If this invitation resonates with you, we'd love to welcome you.
Because this is an intimate workshop with limited places, registration takes place via Eventbrite.
🎟️ Reserve your spot here:
[https://www.eventbrite.ch/e/unlock-your-core-patterns-tickets-1991873050915](https://www.eventbrite.ch/e/unlock-your-core-patterns-tickets-1991873050915)
Sometimes the patterns we keep encountering are simply invitations to pause, reconnect and discover what this season of life is asking of us.
☕ Tea, coffee and light refreshments will be available throughout the workshop and there will be plenty of opportunities for meaningful conversations and connection.
The future of our work starts with a conversation
*«The creative and UX industry is changing fast. Roles are shifting, tools are evolving, expectations are rising, and many people are asking what their skills will be worth in the future.»*
**This evening is not a classic Last Thursday Talk.** UX Schweiz and Syndicom invite the community to **a workshop and open exchange** for people working in UX, design, research, strategy, communication and related creative fields.
The focus is especially on people at the beginning of their careers, people in transition, and everyone currently asking: **What does the future of our work actually look like?** We want to create a space for hopes, concerns, changing roles, useful skills, new tools, AI, career paths and possible forms of support within the community. Uncertainty is allowed, but we do not want to stay stuck in fear.
The evening starts with a short input by **[Pascal Geronimi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pascal-geronimi-5112b324/).** After that, we will work in small groups: collecting thoughts, clustering topics, discussing what matters most, and sharing key insights.
Together, we want to explore:
* What currently gives us hope?
* What feels uncertain or worrying?
* How are roles, tools and expectations changing?
* Which skills and mindsets might become more important?
* What kind of support could UX Schweiz, Syndicom or the wider community offer?
**This is an experimental format.** Because this is a workshop-style event, **places are limited**. Please only register if you are quite sure you can attend. If your plans change, please cancel your RSVP so someone else can join.
**Format**
* Short intro input
* Small-group exchange
* Shared takeaways in the plenum
* Optional informal drinks afterwards nearby
**A small question before you come**
You do not need to prepare anything. But take a moment to think about this: ***When you think about the future of your work: what gives you hope, and what makes you unsure?***
**Practical information**
• The event will be held in English.
• The number of participants is limited.
• Please arrive a few minutes early so we can start on time.
Language Exchange (Flip Lingoes)
We keep it a fun and practical language exchange. First thing you'll notice is we match you with **fluent speakers** in your target language.
**Event Flow**
**18:45–19:15** → Registration
Scan the QR code to tell us your fluent and target languages.
**19:15–20:30** → Language Exchange
Powered by our **Learn by Flipping** method.
**20:30 onwards** → Stay, chat, or head off — totally up to you 😉
**What is "Learn by Flipping"?**
**Practical** → You speak with fluent speakers in your target language.
**Collaborative** → Every 5 minutes, you switch roles: learner ↔ helper.
**Fun** → Small groups, good energy, and a bar atmosphere — without the chaos.
Save some time by [Signing up to our web app](https://fliplingoes.com/) beforehand.
**Entrance:** 10 CHF (includes a tapa)
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Architect in the Age of AI
**Live stream and very limited on-site seats available.**
**Please use the registration page to join:** **[REGISTRATION PAGE](https://content.software-leader.com/juval-talk-june-2026)**
**Topic: Architect in the Age of AI**
**In short:** AI code generation presents businesses with a critical challenge: how to benefit from AI code generation, while containing the cost of AI. By default, AI generates very complex code that is not reusable, and it lacks design integrity. The cost of ownership of this code could exceed by multiples the cost of human-generated code. Instead of gains, developers experience strains trying to understand what the AI has generated. Companies now transition from AI euphoria to AI spaghetti. Throttling back token spending does not address the underlying complexity. In this dense session Juval explains what AI is doing wrong, and what businesses are doing wrong trying to leverage AI. Juval will then discuss the crucial role of the architect in unleashing the productivity gains of AI, using the best practices of software engineering. You will see how to future-proof your career, how to avoid being a casualty of AI, and how to be indispensable to your business, saving it from out of-control AI spending and complexity.
Juval Löwy is the founder of IDesign and a master software architect. Over the past 20 years, Juval has led the industry with some of his ideas such as microservices – serving as the foundation of software design and development.
Juval has mentored thousands of architects across the globe, sharing his insights, techniques, and breakthroughs, and has helped hundreds of companies meet their commitments. Juval participated in the Microsoft internal strategic design reviews and is a frequent speaker at major international software development conferences. He is the author of several bestsellers, his latest book being Righting Software.
**Host:** This free lecture is hosted by [Software Leader](https://www.software-leader.com). We help architects to become better technical leaders.
**Live stream and very limited on-site seats available.**
**Please use the registration page to join:** **[REGISTRATION PAGE](https://content.software-leader.com/juval-talk-june-2026)**
Seats are limited. Therefore, kindly let us know in advance if you cannot make it.
We look forward to seeing you at the free lecture.
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General Business Networking - Columbus
**PLEASE BUY TICKETS THROUGH EVENTBRITE. RSVP THROUGH MEETUP IS NOT A TICKET PURCHASE CONFIRMATION.**
Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', Columbus' hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location in Downtown for all to join.
Are you interested in business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Bankers, Software Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started.
**\*\*This will be a multi-vertical event\*\***
**There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise!**
Pack some business cards and come with an open mind!
Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future.
We will have a space for our event to check-in.
The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe).
Name tags will be provided.
Business casual dress code. Job fair attire.
**Remember, it's not who you know, it's who you meet tomorrow!**
We look forward to meeting you at the event!
Sincerely,
Strive Networking Team
*Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours before the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse PayPal fees.*
*Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.*
AI Agents 101: How to Make ChatGPT Do Actual Work
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.
COhPy Monthly Meeting
**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
Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code - Alan Barber
**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
Shut Up & Write! Kingsdale Shopping Center
Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington.
The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo.
Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine.
We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you.
The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly.
Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome.
The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit.
Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times.
Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have.
Happy writing!
Christians in Tech - Meetup #38 @ Improving
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)




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