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Single Party in Wien mal anders
So hast du andere Leute in Wien wahrscheinlich noch nie kennengelernt!
Bis zu 10 Singles, die sich zuvor nicht kennen, treffen sich in einer Bar und lernen sich bei einem eigens für diese Veranstaltungsreihe entwickelten Spiel näher kennen.
Das Spiel kombiniert eine gelungene Mischung aus Fragen, Aktionsaufgaben und lustiger Unterhaltung, die alleine oder als Team gemeistert werden. Durch verschiedene Aufgaben und Fragen kommen die Spieler in direkte Interaktion miteinander und lernen sich im Spielverlauf näher kennen.
Im Vergleich zur klassischen Single Party lernst du bei Socialmatch wirklich nur Singles in deiner Altersgruppe kennen und kommst von ganz alleine ins Gespräch mit den anderen Teilnehmern. Ein Spielmoderator vor Ort informiert über den Ablauf und leitet durch den Abend.
Sicher dir jetzt deinen Platz beim nächsten Event unter [[www.socialmatch.de](http://www.socialmatch.de/)]
und lerne neue Leute in deiner Stadt kennen.
Dieses Event ist für die Altersgruppe 20 - 35 Jahre.
P.S. Socialmatch erhielt 2015 bereits einen Award für das Konzept, teste es selbst ;-)
**Achtung: Nur mit Buchung über die Website ist eine Teilnahme möglich!**
Mondays Soccer Pub Quiz Night
You think you know everything about football, the Champions League and legendary players or iconic matches?⚽ Prove it! 😎Join to a fun and competitive Soccer-Themed Pub Quiz Night at **Munchy Urban Kitchen**.
Take your friends ✅
Build your quiz team✅
and enjoy the evening!🎉
Football, good vibes, cold drinks and a great sports-bar atmosphere is waiting for you!🥳
Whether you’re new in town or just want to expand your circle — Everyone is welcome at our table!
Enjoy your Monday Night! 🥳
[Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/makingfriendsinvienna)❤️
[Follow us on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/makingfriendsinvienna)💙
Do you have questions? Write us on Instagram 🎉
🎲 Let's Play Board Games @ SpielBar 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Get ready for an epic night of board games at the SpielBar! 🌟
We're hosting a monthly Meetup where you can dive into a world of fun, strategy, and laughter. From easy-going games for beginners to thrilling challenges for the pros, we have something for everyone.
Don't worry about the rules; I'll be there to walk you through every step, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all. The SpielBar offers a fantastic selection of games, so you're in for a treat!
RSVP now to secure your spot, and join us for an evening full of board games, and fun. 🎲🎉🏳️🌈
**How does it work?**
We meet at 6:30 pm. Once we're gathered, we'll choose the games we want to play. If we're more than 6 people, we'll split up and play different games simultaneously. You can, of course, bring a board game with you and suggest it! We will finish the event by bringing everyone together again for a casual get-together.
Image by Ylanite Koppens / Pixabay
Monday Badminton/Intermmediate-Advance/2 h/9 Euro/Feather/Favoriten
Welcome to our friendly badminton event!
Let's get moving, improve our game, and make some new friends.
**Very important: this event is for you if your level is upper intermediate or advance.** 🏸🙂
**If you're joining us for the first time, the organizer will contact you directly to confirm that you have the required level for this event.**
Feather shuttles (Babolat 1 / Viktor Master ACE / Forza s 6000)
will be provided for this event and are included in the event fee
The location: Sport & Fun Halle Favoriten / Windtenstraße 2, 1100 Wien
The Price: We try our best to provide you with the best price in Vienna.
You will be paying 9 euros for 2 hours.
How to pay: We accept cash and bank transfer
Number of players: 6 players for 1 court and about 10 -11 players for 2 courts.
Remember to bring your own racket, please.
**Cancellation policy:**
1- 24 hours before the event = free cancellation.
2- Any time after the 24-hour limit, I will ask you kindly to pay the event fee, if we can't find a suitable replacement. (No exceptions)
See you on the court :)
Godot User Group Austria - open-source game development
A meetup for everyone interested in game development using the [Godot](https://godotengine.org/) engine. Every second Monday of the month, we present our projects, share our experiences, and learn from each other.
**6:30 PM** Welcome and quick intro
**6:45 PM** Talks:
\- Michael on his "Ultimate Minigolf" Prototyp
\- Rainer on Script Templates
\- Joonas on on Chewing gum and other elegant fixes
If you want to give a talk, get in touch! Anything related to Godot or game dev in general is fair game: your current project, a specific issue or bug you need help with, a cool feature or design you want to highlight or general processes, tools and tips.
**8:00 PM** Open space: Enjoy a drink, discuss tonight's topics, meet new people, share insights or show your games until **9:00 PM** (and sometimes longer)
The event language is **English**.
Doors open at **6 PM**
Location: **[Metalab main room](https://metalab.at/)** (please check the [Code of Conduct](https://metalab.at/wiki/Code_of_Conduct/en)). Try the door and don't worry if it is locked. Just ring the bell and wait a little.
For questions, suggestions, or talk slots, you can join the [Godot Discord channel](https://discord.gg/6E3sUrpR) hosted by [Pioneers of Game Development Austria](https://pgda.at/), or contact the organizers Erik, Michael, and Jan via E-Mail at **godot dot austria at proton dot me**.
Salsa Anfänger Kurs
### **Salsa Grundkurs – Dein Einstieg ins Tanzen**
In unserem Salsa Kurs lernst du die Basics von Salsa kennen: Schritte, Drehungen und erste Figurenkombinationen. Unser Grundkurs ist perfekt für Anfänger und legt die Basis für Deine Salsa-Reise. Mit Spaß und Leidenschaft bringen wir Dir die Rhythmen und Bewegungen bei.
Starte jetzt und entdecke die Welt des Salsa-Tanzens!
Ein Schnupperstunde kostet 15€
Saludos
Latin Studio Julion :)
Quiz Night at Pickwick’s!
Hello Viennovans! Pickwick's is getting quizzical every monday night! You have a chance to win a round of shots, a 40€ bar tab and/or eternal bragging rights 😉 Teams of up to 6 people, reserve your spot today! Start time is 7!
FREE SHOT FOR EVERYONE COMING FROM VIENNOVA!
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UX Vienna: Future-Proofing Market Leading Software & UX in Austria Insights
UX Vienna Evening Meetups are on the 2nd tuesday of every month — 12 times a year. Next time we meet at [Moonshiner](https://moonshiner.at/) with 2 interesting talks.
**Back to the future - from Easyrent to Easynext:**
**How to make a market leading software future-proof**
*[Melanie Schörg](https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-sch%C3%B6rg/) \| Ul/UX Designer\, Moonshiner*
*[Daniel Pillinger](https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielpillinger/) \| Digital Consultant\, Moonshiner*
Easyrent is a comprehensive, modular management software specifically designed for sports rental businesses. Our teams are shaping the transformation of this market-leading software and defining the product of the future: Easynext.
**UX in Austria: Insights & Discussion**
*[Shane Moloney](https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanemoloney/) \| Product Design Lead at Roche*
What is the current state of UX in Austria? Based on 100+ responses from Austrian UX professionals, this short talk shares first insights from the local cut of the international UX survey.
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Collaboratively we document each UX Vienna Evening Meetup at [https://UXvienna.at/ongoing/](https://uxvienna.at/ongoing/) \- Check out to see what kept us busy and what you might have missed so far\.
UX Vienna announcements are available at [https://meetup.com/UXvienna](https://meetup.com/UXvienna). In addition you can follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/103220346).
We are looking forward to seeing you!
VATA's Weekly Portrait Event
(Deutsch unten.)
Sunday's portrait sessions start at 3 PM. Everyone is welcome to join our Open Sessions, just bring pencil, paper and any other utensils you may need. (Easels & Boards are available in the atelier). One pose will be maintained for the whole session, so that it is also possible to paint in watercolor, oil, etc. For the breaks we will offer some drinks and snacks.
Free snacks and non-alcoholic drinks are available.
Registration through this Meetup is suggested but not required. You can pay the 12 Euros fees in cash upon arrival. For more information, feel free to send email at info@viennaatelier.com
Looking forward to see you soon!
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Die Porträtsitzungen am Sonntag beginnen um 15 Uhr. Bringe Bleistift, Papier und andere Materialen selbst mit, Staffeleien & Bretter gibt es im Atelier. Die gleiche Pose wird, unterbrochen von kleinen Pausen, über den gesamten Zeitraum beibehalten, daher ist es auch gut möglich mit Aquarell, Öl, usw. zu malen.
Kostenlose Snacks und alkoholfreie Getränke stehen zur Verfügung.
Eine Anmeldung über dieses Meetup wird empfohlen, ist aber nicht erforderlich. Sie können die 12 Euro Gebühr beim Ankommen in bar bezahlen.
Für weitere Informationen senden Sie bitte eine E-Mail an info@viennaatelier.com
React January Meetup
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**Chrome DevTools MCP**
*by Michael Hablich (https://hablich.dev/)*
**Mob Session exploring AI Browser Integrations**
The goal is to live-explore Chrome DevTools MCP, Playwright MCP, and Claude in Chrome, and evaluate what works well, including pros and cons.
Feel free to bring your laptop and follow along.
*with Nik Graf (https://bsky.app/profile/nikgraf.bsky.social)*
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Sentry
Jakov-Lind-Straße 5/4OG
1020 Wien
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Sentry
Sentry is the market leader in error monitoring space and like many startups with engineer founders, Sentry was born out of a frustration with technology. David started Sentry as an open source side project in 2008. We started in a small community — the Django web framework — and over time expanded our technology to support dozens of other platforms, including browser JavaScript and mobile applications.
Fast forward to today, we're a $90M Series E company with a $3B valuation and 200+ employees on a mission to help developers write better software faster, so we can get back to enjoying technology.
As one can see, the adventure continuous exciting as we bring our developer-first Application Monitoring to more customers and industries worldwide.
Consider us for the ride - We're hiring!
https://sentry.io/careers/
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https://github.com/reactvienna/code-of-conduct
Women in AI Austria Vienna Meet up
**Women in AI Austria - Vienna Meet up**
**Come, connect, learn, and get inspired.**
Join us for a relaxed evening of **AI discussions and great conversations** at Pickwick's in the beautiful center of Vienna
Whether you are an experienced professional, a newcomer to the field, or simply curious about AI - **We are excited to meet you but**
**please only register if you plan to come.**
Let’s enjoy a relaxed first Meetup in 2026
**When:** **January 15** \| Doors open at 6 PM
**Where:** [Marc-Aurel-Straße 10-12, 1010 Wien](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x476d07a180f0bfbb:0x207e5e1252a269f5?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111)
**What to expect:**
* Get to know WAI Austria – Presented by Clara
* Versatile discussions about AI, new technologies and everything you are interested in :)
* Great people and delicious food (**SELF PAYMENT** :) )
**Cant’t make it? Please cancel your registration to free up the spot for someone on the waiting list!**
✨Birthday and making friends ✨
✨Hey everyone!
I’m celebrating my birthday and I would love to spend this evening in a warm, friendly and relaxed atmosphere — meeting new people, chatting, laughing and simply enjoying a nice evening together.
💎This is a birthday evening where people actually talk, connect and make new friends.
⭐️There will be music, good vibes and open, friendly communication.
Come if you would like to celebrate my birthday with me,
• meet new people in Vienna
• make new friends
• enjoy a cosy social evening
• celebrate life, connections and good moments
🗓 Date: January 16
🕕 Time: 18:00 – 23:00
💳 Drinks are bought on your own
🎶 Music, communication and friendly atmosphere
👥 Open to everyone who enjoys positive social vibes
Let’s celebrate together and make new friends!
Join us on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/makegoodfriends?igsh=YjA2czVxNjF0cGJi&utm_source=qr
ADVANCED badminton players wanted!
Thank you for visiting this event page!
* Are you an advanced badminton player? If yes - WELCOME!
* The earlier you sign up, the bigger your chance to reserve a place - once 9 other players have signed up already, you move to the waiting list.
* Once the waiting list has 3 or more members, I will try to book an additional court, but no guarantees.
I need to close the registration 24h before the event as I will then have to decide whether to cancel any court due to a shortage of players. You can still contact me if you want to play though.
The fee per player will be €10.00 for 2 hours as the cost of both shuttles and court bookings have increased. But this should now cover also shuttles used during play.
Please be on time as a curtesy to the other players. In addition, if you are on the players' list and don't come (i.e. no show), you will be automatically excluded from this group.
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Data & Analytics Wednesday - Doing KPIs Right
**Doing KPIs Right: a KEY to Analytics (and AI!) Impact!**
On the one hand, KPIs are such a Business 101 concept that it may seem a little silly to dedicate an entire session to the topic. On the other hand, KPIs get handled so poorly so often that a case could be made that this meetup could just be one of the most impactful sessions of the entire year!
We’re starting off the year at a new location: [COhatch Upper Arlington](https://www.cohatch.com/locations/columbus/upper-arlington/) but with a familiar speaker, Tim Wilson! We’ll be back at Rev1 in February, when the speaker will presumably not be Tim.
Tim will make the case that effectively measuring performance of projects, campaigns, and initiatives (and even meetups!) should be a foundation for any data analytics program. Topics covered will include: the “two magic questions” of performance measurement, how to help business partners distinguish between outcomes and outputs, and effective tactics for collaboratively establishing KPI targets.
He will also stick his neck out by demonstrating some of these techniques in real-time by measuring whether his talk lives up to the promise of this description!
All CBUSDAW events are free thanks to our 2026 Sponsors: Clarivoy, Conductrics, What Box Consulting Group, and Piwik PRO.
Check out [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com) for more information.
Project Management (PMP) Classroom Training in Columbus, OH
**Course Overview:** For project management professionals, the PMP certification is a widely accepted credential. It attests to their proficiency in project management and leadership. Obtaining PMP certification indicates proficiency in project management techniques and a dedication to best practices. It raises earning potential, creates new chances, and improves career prospects. The Project Management Institute (PMI) administers the PMP certification, which necessitates passing a demanding exam, proving experience, and fulfilling professional development criteria.
**Training Overview:** This in-depth PMP® course is carefully crafted to provide professionals with the information, tools, and techniques needed to lead projects in a wide range of industries. Updated according to the most recent PMBOK® Guide and PMI standards, the course addresses fundamental project management areas such as initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing a project.
Attendees will receive hands-on practice through live case studies, interactive training, and exam techniques so that they are well-equipped to take the PMP certification exam. The training is also in compliance with the PMI 35 contact hour requirement and is conducted by certified trainers with real-world industry experience.
[https://www.icertglobal.com/course/pmp-certification-training/Classroom/5/3644](https://www.icertglobal.com/course/pmp-certification-training/Classroom/5/3644)
Take your career to the next level with our **intensive PMP® Bootcamp**, designed to help you lead projects with confidence and earn your PMP credential quickly and efficiently.
· Hands-on training in project planning, execution, monitoring & closure
· In-depth understanding of PMI frameworks and the PMBOK® Guide
**·** Proven strategies to **clear the PMP exam on your first try**
· Guidance from expert trainers with 15+ years of industry experience
**Key Features of PMP Certification**
· **4 Days In-Person Training:** Intensive classroom sessions with expert-led instruction, hands-on activities, and full PMP® exam coverage.
· **PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition-Based Training:** Aligned with the latest PMI standards, focusing on principles, performance domains, and real-world project applications.
· **90 Days of E-Learning Access:** Get unlimited access to recorded sessions, study materials, and practice exams for 90 days to reinforce your learning at your own pace.
· **PMI Application Assistance:** Get step-by-step guidance to complete and submit your PMP® exam application accurately and confidently.
· **35 Hours of Classroom and Online Instructor-Led Live Training:** Comprehensive, real-time training delivered by certified instructors in both in-person and virtual formats.
· **Approved Course Materials:** Study with PMI-authorized and industry-recognized materials aligned with the latest PMP® exam content outline.
· **Money-Back Guarantee:** Enroll with confidence—get a refund if you don’t pass the PMP® exam under our specified terms and conditions.
· **Exam-Based Mock Tests:** Practice with full-length, PMP®-style mock exams designed to simulate the real test environment and boost your confidence.
**Benefits of PMP Certification:**
· **Global Recognition:** PMP is a universally respected credential recognized across industries worldwide.
· **Higher Salary Potential:** PMP-certified professionals earn up to 20% more than non-certified peers.
· **Career Advancement:** Opens doors to leadership roles and high-impact project opportunities.
· **Validated Skills:** Proves your ability to manage projects efficiently using industry-standard best practices.
· **Stronger Networking:** Connect with a global community of project managers and PMI members.
**What will you learn?**
* **Project Management Frameworks:** Understand PMI’s approach and the PMBOK® Guide (7th Edition)
* **Project Lifecycle & Processes:** Master initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing phases
* **Agile & Hybrid Methodologies:** Apply adaptive project practices used in modern industries
* **Team Leadership & Communication**: Learn stakeholder engagement, team dynamics, and conflict resolution
* **Risk, Time & Cost Management:** Effectively manage project constraints and ensure delivery success
* **PMP® Exam Strategy:** Gain test-taking techniques, practice with mock exams, and get exam-ready tips
**Our Pass Guarantee: Your Success is Our Priority:**
We’re committed to your success—our training, tools, and support are designed to help you pass the PMP® exam with confidence.
**Why Choose Our Program? Learn from Industry Leaders. Succeed with Confidence.**
· Led by certified experts with 15+ years of experience
· PMI-authorized training aligned with the latest PMBOK® Guide
· Proven track record of high first-attempt pass rates
· Practical case studies and real-world project insights
· Dedicated support from registration to certification
However, basic understanding and knowledge about quality aspect and quality control will prove to be useful.
Other course you might be interested: CAPM \| PMP \|LSSGB \| LSSBB \| LSSGB & LSSBB \| ITIL \| CBAP \| PMI\-ACP \| Big Data \| DevOps \| Data Science \| CSM
If you are interested, please let me know so that I can send you special discounted price along with the customized registration link which will help you to enroll it easily.
**Other Training Courses:** CAPM \| LSSGB \| LSSBB \| LSSGB&LSSBB\| CSM \| PMI\-ACP \| CCBA \| CEH \| DevOps
If you have any more queries regarding PMP training and certification write an email to : [alex.wood@icertglobal.org](mailto:alex.wood@icertglobal.org)
[https://www.icertglobal.com/](https://www.icertglobal.com/)
Email: [alex.wood@icertglobal.org](http://alex.wood@icertglobal.org/)
Phone: 713-287-1187
Intro to GitHub Copilot: Your AI Pair Programmer - Chris Steele
**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**
GitHub Copilot is rapidly changing how developers write, understand, and maintain code. Powered by generative AI and deeply integrated into modern development environments, Copilot acts as an intelligent coding assistant, helping developers move faster while maintaining quality and focus.
In this session, we’ll explore what GitHub Copilot is, how it works, and where it fits into a real-world developer workflow. We’ll break down what Copilot can (and cannot) do, where it can be used, and how licensing differs for individuals and organizations. Most importantly, this talk goes beyond theory with a live, hands-on demo showcasing Copilot inside the IDE and on GitHub, demonstrating how it can assist with code generation, refactoring, learning new APIs, and accelerating day-to-day development tasks.
Designed for developers, technical leads, and engineering managers, this session provides a practical introduction to AI-assisted development, highlights best practices for getting value from Copilot, and closes with guidance on how to continue learning and evolving alongside this rapidly advancing tool.
Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how GitHub Copilot can enhance productivity, improve developer experience, and fit into modern software teams today, not someday.
**YouTube Link**
TBA
Azure CBUS January: Learn Infrastructure-as-Code Through Minecraft
## Learn Infrastructure-as-Code (the FUN Way) — Through Minecraft 🎮☁️
**Joint Meetup: Azure CBUS × Columbus HashiCorp User Group**
What if learning Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code didn’t feel like a whitepaper… but more like a game?
Join us for a joint Azure CBUS and Columbus HashiCorp User Group meetup where **Mark Tinderholt** \(Principal Architect\, Microsoft Azure \| HashiCorp Ambassador \| “The Azure Terraformer”\) shows how **Minecraft** can be used as a surprisingly powerful way to understand real-world Infrastructure-as-Code concepts.
In this session, Mark will demonstrate how Terraform and Azure can be used to provision, configure, and manage Minecraft servers—while teaching the same patterns you’d use for production cloud infrastructure.
### What we’ll cover
* Infrastructure-as-Code fundamentals using **Terraform**
* Provisioning real infrastructure on **Azure**
* Applying **IaC best practices** (immutability, repeatability, versioning)
* How playful environments like Minecraft make complex concepts *click*
* Why learning through experimentation beats click-ops every time
### Who should attend
* Developers, platform engineers, and cloud engineers
* Terraform users (new or experienced)
* Anyone curious about Infrastructure-as-Code but tired of boring examples
* Minecraft fans who want to see it used in a totally unexpected way
No prior Minecraft experience required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn infrastructure the fun way.
Come for the blocks, stay for the Terraform. 🧱➡️📐
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/azure-cbus-2026/
February Ann Arbor R Users' Group Meeting - AI in RStudio (Hybrid, with Pizza!)
**We'll have two meetings covering AI - this one is for RStudio**
We will review which AI features are linked in for RStudio, and a quick demonstration of using AI to write R code with external AI (such as ChatGPT, ClaudeAI, etc.)
The code will be either run on Posit Cloud (RStudio on the web) or in RStudio desktop (from a Github repository).
**Location:** The meetup will be at SPARK's ([https://annarborusa.org/](https://annarborusa.org/)) Ann Arbor site: [SPARK HQ (Ann Arbor)](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.google.com/maps/place/Ann*Arbor*SPARK*Headquarters/@42.2792515,-83.7447708,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x883cae3effe193cb:0x5296a53db2a282bf!8m2!3d42.2792515!4d-83.7447708?hl=en-US__;Kysr!!HXCxUKc!3EEdBNXRJKknP6LCGkZetSuEsdtChFojQnOVitFUC5C0fyilqXEbiMstT9ajBR3Cw-55qoFkrElCjQvjMdTxUw$). There is on street parking, and parking at local structures.
**This will be a hybrid meeting - the Zoom session starts at 6:30 PM.**
**Time:** The doors will be open at 6:00, with pizza and beverages provided. We will have a meet-and-greet-and-pizza session, and then at 6:30 we'll have a presentation.
**Zoom information:**
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87236570854?pwd=zhj9DSebB1LaBeam4LFF90OHFVzPrz.1
Passcode: 012862
**If you can't get in, please call me at: 734 223-3307**
**Document source:**
COhPy Monthly Meeting
**NEW LOCATION: 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).
For this first meeting of the year, we will be reviewing submissions for the
Your Program is Hideous and Obfuscated Challenge (YPHOC). Submissions for this challenge are due by January 12th, 2026. The details can be found here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/13zbxwElpJqPMuAN4Ele2hUgsqtFKzH3OCTL5NEeiLKQ
or on our website
http://www.cohpy.org
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 centralohpython@gmail.com
Columbus HUG January: Learn Infrastructure-as-Code Through Minecraft
## Learn Infrastructure-as-Code (the FUN Way) — Through Minecraft 🎮☁️
**Joint Meetup: Azure CBUS × Columbus HashiCorp User Group**
What if learning Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code didn’t feel like a whitepaper… but more like a game?
Join us for a joint Azure CBUS and Columbus HashiCorp User Group meetup where **Mark Tinderholt** \(Principal Architect\, Microsoft Azure \| HashiCorp Ambassador \| “The Azure Terraformer”\) shows how **Minecraft** can be used as a surprisingly powerful way to understand real-world Infrastructure-as-Code concepts.
In this session, Mark will demonstrate how Terraform and Azure can be used to provision, configure, and manage Minecraft servers—while teaching the same patterns you’d use for production cloud infrastructure.
### What we’ll cover
* Infrastructure-as-Code fundamentals using **Terraform**
* Provisioning real infrastructure on **Azure**
* Applying **IaC best practices** (immutability, repeatability, versioning)
* How playful environments like Minecraft make complex concepts *click*
* Why learning through experimentation beats click-ops every time
### Who should attend
* Developers, platform engineers, and cloud engineers
* Terraform users (new or experienced)
* Anyone curious about Infrastructure-as-Code but tired of boring examples
* Minecraft fans who want to see it used in a totally unexpected way
No prior Minecraft experience required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn infrastructure the fun way.
Come for the blocks, stay for the Terraform. 🧱➡️📐
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/cbus-hug-2026/






















