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đ Trading Floor Afterwork: Trading strategies sharing, risk discipline đ
**What this is**
Bank-desk feel without the stress. We refine playbooks, review trades, mark up charts, and keep each other honest on risk.
**Where**
Motel One Zurich, bar area. Head to the bar and ask for Financial Network Zurich.
**When**
Mondays, 19:00 to 22:00
19:00 arrivals and setup
19:20 market wrap and key levels
19:40 trading style analysis, indicators and strategy sharing
21:00 Open Networking
**How we roll**
Process first. Discipline always. Profits follow.
**Bring**
Laptop or a device where you can access your broker or charts.
**Food and drinks**
Order food and drinks with the waitresses whenever you like.
**LINKS**
Community Ownerâs Direct (All Infos & Questions): Alessandro +41 76 279 32 84
WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DCSSmdHj7xr6F39ZAAWubX
Financial Network Zurich: https://www.meetup.com/entrepreneurs-focus-and-network-workshop/
Founderâs Links (Alessandro): https://linktr.ee/alessandronfthyme
ZurichJS X VDZ: Warm Up
The road to **[Voxxed Days ZĂźrich 2026](https://vdz26.voxxeddays.ch/)** starts here. Before the main stage opens, weâre gathering for a high-octane warm-up to stress-test our assumptions and sharpen our tools.
In this special collaboration, weâre moving past the "hello world" tutorials and diving into the hard-won lessons of scaling production apps.
Join us for an evening of technical deep dives and community networking as we set the tone for the VOXXED DAYS ZURICH conference.
**Agenda**
* 17:30 â **Doors open**
* 18:30 - 18:50 â **Settling in & Intro**
* 18:50 - 20:30 â **Talks and pizza**
* 20:30 â **Networking**
**Explore the detailed agenda and speaker info: [https://zurichjs.com/events/march-2026](https://zurichjs.com/events/march-2026)**
**About the organizers**
* **[Bogdan Ilie](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilie-bogdan/)** is a user advocate. He's dipped his toes into Web Development, Technical Writing, Marketing, Design, and more. That makes him uniquely predisposed to identify improvement opportunities anywhere in the chain, or come up with unique solutions to problems. Nowadays, he's building websites and webapps at novu ag, using his beloved framework, Vue.
* **[Faris Aziz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/farisaziz12/)** is a front-end master and Staff Software Engineer at Smallpdf, after his Engineering management job at Navro, a fintech company in the UK. Faris is a mentor, conference speaker, and workshop instructor, most recently at CityJS and other major conferences. He has contributed to open-source projects like Raycast and has mentored on platforms like Mentor Cruise. His projects include work on GCN, Eurosport, Discovery+, Fiit (a top UK fitness app), and he was the founding engineer of Navro in London. He also serves as a technical mentor at the Bletchley Institute.
* **[Nadja Hesselbjerg](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadja-r%C3%B8mer-hesselbjerg-47002a12b/)** is a Zurich-based frontend developer with a flair for crafting sleek, user-friendly web experiences. With a passion for innovative UX/UI design, she transforms complex ideas into intuitive digital solutions. Her multicultural background adds a unique perspective to her work. When she's not coding, Nadja is likely exploring the latest design trends or enjoying the vibrant Swiss tech scene.
**Who are the awesome sponsors and partners?**
* **[Vercel](https://vercel.com/?utm_source=zurichjs&utm_medium=sponsored_meetup&utm_campaign=zurichjs_partner_2026)** is THE platform for frontend developers, providing the speed and reliability needed to create at the moment of inspiration. We love Vercel because theyâve turned the "manual labor" of deployment into a simple `git push`. By handling the heavy lifting of global infrastructure and serverless scaling, Vercel allows us to focus on what we actually enjoy: building great user experiences. Whether youâre using Next.js, Nuxt, or SvelteKit, Vercel is the gold standard for shipping fast and staying in the flow.
* **[GYFF](https://www.getyourfreefast.ch/?utm_source=zurichjs&utm_medium=sponsored_meetup&utm_campaign=zurichjs_partner_2026)** is a Swiss platform that facilitates connections between IT experts and businesses, where they vet both the companies and the freelancers, so the collaboration goes smoothly.
**Get involved**
* Have an interesting idea?
* Something missing from all meetups in this space?
* Do you have feedback?
* Wanna buy us a coffee?
* **Got a venue idea?** We love rotating locations to showcase Zurichâs tech ecosystem. Reach out, weâre always scouting fresh spots for our upcoming events.
There are multiple ways to get in touch:
* **[conf.zurichjs.com](https://conf.zurichjs.com)** \- get your conference ticket and find out more\!
* **[zurichjs.com](http://www.zurichjs.com/)** \- the source of truth for all things zurichjs\, including all social links to follow us and interact with us online
Our goal is to create a space where everyone can bring value and feel like they are getting something out of it.
We are open to sponsorships and partnerships, and we would appreciate you **sharing the event** and message us about opportunities.
We are also committed to fostering a respectful and psychologically safe space where anyone can share their ideas. If this is your first time speaking, or if you need help preparing for a talk, we are happy to offer guidance and support.
Pizza Together đđˇđ
â ď¸ Please confirm on Meetup and join the following whatsapp group to secure your spot and have additional details!
https://chat.whatsapp.com/KNuGlZtr6pMD47SYmNe2vT?mode=gi_t
What is the most known Italian word???? PIZZA, obviously!(NOT Pineapple pizza)
đđ¸ Join us to enjoy exquisite pizza and meet new people
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Date: Monday, 23.03.2026
â°Time: 19:30
đZurich. More details in the WhatsApp group
â ď¸ Please be on time since our reservation will last 90 mins!
đ Different pizzas to share
đš Drinks Ă la carte
đ¸ Cost: ~ 28chf per person (pizza only) + drinks!
⊠Please let us know if you have any allergies so that we can inform the restaurant
We have a reservation for 24 people.
â ď¸ If you cannot make it please inform us 24 hours in advance and leave the attendee list on Meetup.
Looking forward to seeing you all đâşď¸
Cate & Chiara
Paint your abstract artpiece
Join us for a 2-hour acrylic painting workshop where you'll experiment freely and walk away with a stunning piece that's totally, uniquely yours â no experience needed, just curiosity.
In this relaxed and playful session, you'll design your own abstract artwork with step-by-step guidance from a local artist. Learn fun techniques, explore your personal style, and let loose a little. Bold, soft, textured, or wildly experimental â it's entirely your call.
This is so much more than a painting class. It's a social, inspiring experience filled with color, laughs, and creative freedom. You'll leave with a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, fresh inspiration, and some really lovely memories.
**Meetup Special đ¨** Get **10% off** when you book directly through heycreate â use code **MEETUP10** at checkout. đ [Book your spot here](https://www.heycreate.ch/offers/abstract-purple-ZqfWPqbyTCmMTe1RaRRHeg?selectedEventId=624f45bf-2c33-4d03-a96b-957befcc1e2e)
**What's included** Canvas, paints, brushes, apron, and everything else you need â plus professional step-by-step guidance and your finished artwork to take home.
**What to bring** Clothes you don't mind getting a little paint on (aprons provided, but maybe skip the favourite white silk top). Come hungry and thirsty â drinks and snacks can be ordered at the bar while you paint.
**The vibe** Creative, relaxed, social, inspiring. Perfect for switching off and trying something new.
đ¸ Photos and short videos may be taken during the event â just let the host know if you'd prefer not to appear.
đď¸ Tickets can be cancelled up to 48 hours in advance.
**Want more events like this?** Join our WhatsApp community for updates đ [Join the group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KOPLl9BfP4X3Pb5mhdikk3)
Yoga. Pause and Connect.
**Yoga. Pause & Connect** is a Yoga gathering in Zurich for people who enjoy an **active and mindful lifestyle** and are also looking for **meaningful business networking**.
We start with a **Hatha Yoga** practice to recharge and clear the mind. Afterwards, stay for a **networking** **hour**, where **entrepreneurs, freelancers, and professionals** can exchange ideas, meet like-minded people, and build valuable business connections in a relaxed small-group setting.
The networking will take place in the chill area where you can sit comfortably and enjoy hot beverages or non-alcoholic drinks.
đ **Location:** ANNTIN Wellbeing Studio https://maps.app.goo.gl/NpvNASsiANp6w7128
đ **Date:** Monday, 23 March 2026
â° **Time:** 19:00 â 20:00 Yoga; 20:00 - 21:00 Networking
đ° **Cost:** 29 CHF (Yoga session)
Spots limited to 16 participants â please reserve your spot with payment **TWINT +41 791977702**. Please sign up only if you are certain you will attend â no refunds policy.
You are welcome to join **both parts of the evening**, but itâs also perfectly fine to come **only for the yoga practice or only for the networking part**.
To stay up to date join the WhatsApp group đż [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JjcN8KKelJ7L5kNT40j6vT](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JjcN8KKelJ7L5kNT40j6vT)
Language Exchange
Join us for the weekly Language Exchange! đ
Language Exchange WhatsApp Chat
https://chat.whatsapp.com/C36TAgOl8Ei5qsWMNPZpHU
Join the weekly Language Exchange (every monday) to work on your language skills, socialize and meet cool and open people.
đĄHOW DOES IT WORKđĄ
1. Come to the location (for Spring and Summer the event will take place on a outside)âď¸đš
2. The Event Host will greet youđ¤đ˝đ¤đž
3. Choose the language flag that interests you and speak the language of the flagđŞđ¸đŹđ§đľđšđŽđšđŠđŞđ¨đđŤđˇ
4. Start talking with people around the world and improve your language skillđŞđ˝đ
Internet of Things Events This Week
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From Hype to ROI: LLMs, Machine Learning, and Real Value in Analytics
With AI dominating every conversation, itâs becoming harder to separate real business value from hype. In this roundtable, weâll explore how AI is actually used in modern analytics (beyond chatbots and flashy demos). Our special guest, Dr. Pawel Kampczyk, Head of AI & Data Science at Aktiia, will uncover where large language models and machine learning make a real impact, where their limits are, and how companies can use them with confidence.
Youâll leave with a clearer mental model of how AI is used in marketing and analytics today. What to trust, what to double-check, and where it can drive measurable value for your business.
The Analytics Roundtable will as always take place at the Advance Metrics office at the On Labs Tower in Zurich at FĂśrrlibuckstrasse 190.
Fast Friending - Make Meaningful Connections! (21-40/Bring a lady free)
Moving to a new city is exciting at first â a fresh start, new opportunities, a new chapter. But once things settle, being new in town can feel lonely. You donât know anyone yet, youâre unsure where to go to meet people, and everyone else seems to already have their circles.
Thatâs where we come in. Our Fast Friending evenings are designed especially for those who are new in town and ready to build real friendships â creating welcoming spaces where conversations flow naturally and meaningful connections begin.
**You will need to buy a ticket for attending -**
[https://zurich28thmarch.eventbrite.co.uk](https://zurich28thmarch.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 Julianne (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 21 and 40 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 is planned -
**7:00 PM â Welcome**
\- We will meet at 7\.00 pm when you will be welcomed by your host Julianne\. She will manage the evening and also help you make connections\.
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. All attendees are also welcome to bring a lady friend along with them for free. This will make it a lot less stressful for you as you will always have your friend alongside.
**7:30 â 8:30 PM \| Fast Friending**
\- From 7\.30 to 8\.30 pm\, we will start 'Fast Friending' where our host will ask you to speak to a different attendee every 3 minutes\. You will be able to meet lots of ladies and gentlemen and not be limited to only those sitting or standing next you\.
**After 8:30 PM \| Open Mingling**
\- After 8\.30 pm you will have time to interact with those you have met as well as others\.
If you are a bit shy or anxious then please come early. Neo 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)
Web Winti, März 2026
Vorträge, Networking und ApÊro fßr alle, die sich in Winterthur fßr Webtechnologien interessieren.
TĂźrĂśffnung um 18:30 Uhr, Talks ab 19:00 Uhr.
[https://web-winti.ch/](https://web-winti.ch/)
**ARIA Demystified: Make Your Web Thing More Accessible**
Mohammed Chelouti
Praktische Einfßhrung in die Entwicklung barriereärmerer Webseiten und -Apps.
**It's About Time**
Aleksej Dix
Introducing useTemporal library to build calendar UIs much faster.
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**
**18:45â19:15** â Registration
Scan the QR code to tell us your fluent and target languages.
**19:15â20:30** â Language Exchange
Powered by our **Learn by Flipping** method.
**20:30 onwards** â Stay, chat, or head off â totally up to you đ
**What is "Learn by Flipping"?**
**Practical** â You speak with fluent speakers in your target language.
**Collaborative** â Every 5 minutes, you switch roles: learner â helper.
**Fun** â Small groups, good energy, and a bar atmosphere â without the chaos.
Save some time by [Signing up to our web app](https://fliplingoes.com/) beforehand.
**Entrance:** 10 CHF (includes a tapa)
Please note, event registration closes after 7:15PM
Web Zurich March 2026
Web Zurich presents inspiring talks all about the web. Join us for the March 2026 meetup! We will have two talks as well as chit-chat and drinks.
Whatapp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FxOfVTK9nf431xHtVl3eGK](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FxOfVTK9nf431xHtVl3eGK)
Website: [https://webzurich.ch](https://webzurich.ch)
18:30 \~ 19:00
Arrival time with drinks, chat and introduction
19:00 \~ 19:40
*Christian Heitzmann*
**Why Documentation Wonât Write Itselfâand AI Wonât Save You**
For the last 15+ years, Iâve joined and consulted software teams that all struggled with the same problem: nobody likes writing documentation, and everybody pays the price for it. New developers spend weeks reverse-engineering codebases, architecture lives in peopleâs heads, and wikis quietly decay into noise.
With AI now entering the picture, many hope it will fill the gaps. It wonât.
Iâll show the simple ideas that change everything: how to think about documentation in the right levels, how to keep it close to the code, and how to avoid the decay we all know too well. These are the decisions that have to be made before any tool or process can work.
The documentation wonât write itself. But there are ways to make it far easier and far more reliable.
19:40 \~ 20:00
*Marco Gähler*
**How to write good code**
There is an infinite amount of solutions how you can solve a programming problem. Some are better, others are worse. The best solutions are easy to understand, maintain and errors are not able to hide. I wrote a book "Software Engineering Made Easy" about this topic and I'm more than happy to explain some principles that make your code better. Most of them are quite simple to understand, once you understand the mechanics, why your code always breaks.
20:00 onward
More drinks & chat
We look forward to see you there!
Location
https://zurich.impacthub.ch/space/bogen_d/
Viaduktstrasse 93, 8005 ZĂźrich, Switzerland
Visit our website https://webzurich.ch/ for more information about the Web Zurich community.
This event is supported by Impact Hub ZĂźrich, The global community of entrepreneurial people prototyping the future of business. At Impact Hub, you can connect, collaborate, co-work and create great content in an inspiring environment.
Women Leaders V - Their Work, Their Journey at AWS
Registration:
https://www.elevate-tech.ch/event-details-registration/women-leaders-v-their-work-their-journey-at-aws
## Celebrating Women's Month at AWS
Join us for this fantastic event as we celebrate Women's Month and be inspired by the work and the journey of women in leadership positions.
This is a very special event in collaboration between Elevate Tech and AWS Zurich, which has become a tradition since this is the second edition! As always, we will have a stellar lineup of women leaders to inspire us and share their path to leadership.
Agenda:
17:30 Doors Open & Check in
17:45 Welcome, Intro to Elevate Tech & AWS
17:55 **Mercy Rizzo**, Senior Global Engagement Manager at AWS, *No Permission Required: How IT Empowers You to Lead, Disrupt, and Dare*
18:20 **Stephanie Ossenbach,** Group Sustainability Officer at dormakaba, *Beyond Net Zero: Risk, Resilience & Rising as a Woman in Tech*
18:45 **Maria Requeman,** Head of CRM & Data at General Motors Europe, *From Data to Relationships: Building Customer Value That Lasts*
19:10 Closing Remarks & Feedback
19:25 Networking ApĂŠro
21:00 Doors Close
Registration:
https://www.elevate-tech.ch/event-details-registration/women-leaders-v-their-work-their-journey-at-aws
Tickets are free, with an optional contribution to Elevate Tech.
Follow us on LinkedIn to get notified about future events faster:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/elevate-tech-ch
We look forward to seeing you there!
AI Ambition vs. Enterprise Reality: How to cross the adoption gap.
**\>\>\> Please use [this registration link](https://events.xebia.com/intelligent-automation/outsystems-ai-ambition-vs-enterprise-reality) <<<<<**
The speed of AI evolution is outpacing most organizations' ability to adopt it, especially when it comes to integrating agentic AI into business processes.
This session explores **why platform-based approaches are helping organizations bridge the gap between AI ambition and real business value.**
We'll address the most common adoption challenges and what's actually slowing organisations down. Most attempt to build their own AI-powered custom software solutions, but achieving the speed and scale required takes more than technology, it requires a different operating model.
[Xebia](https://xebia.com) invites [OutSystems](https://www.outsystems.com) to share their real-world perspective on intelligent automation and closing the enterprise adoption gap.
**Speakers**
* [Aysegul Kaya](https://www.linkedin.com/in/aysegul-kaya-121a70108/). Xebia trainer, OutSystems adoption advisor & OutSystems-partner founder
* [Mike Kaestner](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelkaestner/). Digital Transformation Manager, TX Group
* [Andreas Giesa.](https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreas-giesa/) Director Intelligent Automation, Xebia
**Who should attend**
Business leaders and IT decision makers navigating the pressure to "do something with AI" while managing enterprise complexity, limited budgets, legacy systems, and stakeholder expectations.
Walk away with a clearer picture of what's working and what your next move might be.
**Registration**
Please register through [this link. ](https://events.xebia.com/intelligent-automation/outsystems-ai-ambition-vs-enterprise-reality)
Internet of Things Events Near You
Connect with your local Internet of Things community
Columbus Arduino Raspberry Pi Enthusiasts (CARPE) (Check Location)
Kevin Rhodus from Lucy Deep Park Northside is coming to talk to us about his extensive neighborhood Christmas light display that is open in November and December every year north of Dublin.
9 houses over 12 acres and over 120,000 individual controlled lights that sync to music which you can tune into on your radio! Quite impressive!
https://ldplights.com/
We'll dive into the tech that runs the show -- should be a blast to hear about this very elaborate display!
While we continue to pursue a more permanent venue for this Meetup, weâll be using public library facilities based on availability.
This session will be at the Dublin Library in the Meeting Room 2
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.*
From Idea to Working App in Minutes: The Agentic Development with Amazon Kiro
Discover Kiro, AWSâs innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way.
In this session, speakers will explore Kiroâs core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents.
In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiroâs agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding.
What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy
Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025
Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs
Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving
Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows.
**Speakers Bio:**
Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale.
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/)
Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect â Associate, AWS Certified Developer â Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry.
Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives.
Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/)
**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
Central Ohio Radio Enthusiasts - WiFi HaLow: Introduction and Practical Use
Central Ohio Radio EnthusiastsâCOREâis an informal community for anyone enthusiastic or curious about radioâwhether you're new to radio and want to learn or you've been tinkering for years and want to share. Ham radio operators, GMRS users, Meshtastic fans, software-defined radio nerds, makers, and technical and non-technical folks are all welcome. No experience required or expected.
This month we have **WiFi HaLow: Introduction and Practical Use** with **Alex Barbur**.
Details are are [core.radio](https://core.radio).
The Clawwww
OpenClaw, NemoClaw, personal assistants, 24/7 agents. What does it all mean? How does it all work and what should we know about it?
Whether youâre deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus.
Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services)
From Web Forms to Web Components - Burton Smith
**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
**Abstract**
Web Forms gave .NET developers a powerful abstraction for building reusable UI controls long before design systems were a thing. Web Components finally bring that same idea to the browser natively.
This session explores how the Web Forms mindset translates into Custom Elements, Shadow DOM, and HTML templates. Weâll examine how Web Components enable design systems that work across frameworks, how they differ from serverâdriven controls, and why theyâre becoming a foundational layer for modern UI. Whether youâre maintaining legacy apps or building greenfield projects, youâll leave with a practical understanding of how to apply familiar patterns in a modern, standardsâbased way.
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