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**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/48934 **Game Description:** 🧡Come and join us for a casual friendly & social badminton session in Archway. This venue consists of 4 courts in total. 🚨Directions🚨 📍Enter via Thornbury Square road and walk all the way downhill. (Note: you won’t be able to enter through the school!) 🚶‍♂️10 minute walk from Archway or Highgate tube stations (Northern Line) 🚗 Free car parking on site 🚿 Showers, changing rooms, water fountain & toilets are available in Rules 🏸The session is for mixed ability players so please be positive and encouraging to all players. We highly encourage you to read the rules for classic doubles prior to the session so we can run the games smoothly. 👯‍♀️We play doubles for the whole time and keep rotating courts so everyone gets to play with each other. We use Yonex Mavis 300 Nylon Shuttle cocks. We also have a few spare rackets.

**Viendrez-vous assister à notre réunion Toastmasters?** Nous nous rencontrons "en mode Hybride" au coeur de Londres et tout le temps "en distanciel". Eh oui, que vous soyez basé.e au Royaume-Uni, au Maroc, aux Etats-Unis ou encore en France pour ne citer que quelques lieux, vous pouvez rejoindre notre cohorte internationale de francophiles et francophones "en ligne" via ZOOM :) 👀 REJOIGNEZ-NOUS !! Au programme de la soirée, vous aurez : * **des discours préparés** de 5 à 7 min délivrés par les membres de notre club Experience French Toastmasters, * **des évaluations,** * **des discours improvisés** de 1 à 2 min sur un sujet dévoilé le soir même, * **du feedback pour tout le monde :)** émanant des participants et également du grammairien, du gardien du temps et de l'évaluateur général. *(Note: It is all about **speaking and practising**, communication and leadership. We learn by speaking in front of an audience, taking on roles, getting feedback, and improving. We do recommend our club to people who are already fluent in French and in English.* *We LEARN by SPEAKING in FRONT of PEOPLE, TAKING ON ROLES, GETTING FEEDBACK, and IMPROVING.* Vous pouvez assister à quelques unes de nos réunions en tant qu'invité, avant de vous engager... C'est gratuit ! Ensuite, quand vous nous rejoignez **en tant que Membre**, vous suivez le programme éducatif Pathways de Toastmasters International. Venez prendre une part active dans le déroulement de nos réunions et le club. Venez vous amuser avec nous ! **Rejoignez le Club :)** **Nos frais d'adhésion sont extrêmement abordables.** C'est clairement une occasion à ne pas manquer ! Au plaisir de vous accueillir au club, A très bientôt :)

This is an inclusive and welcoming meetup. The core of this meetup is to foster a collaborative environment where participants playtest board games and offer constructive feedback to fellow designers. Bringing a design or prototype is not a requirement, this event is for anyone passionate about games—whether they're a designer, developer, playtester, or simply someone who loves engaging with creative ideas. No prior experience is necessary. Location: Exact location within the National Theatre is shared 10-15 mins before the event, depending on the availability of the seating. Keep an eye out for a comment on the event page. "Usually", it is around the Lyttleton Circle Bar, First floor. Join the WhatsApp group for live updates.

**Kindly note that this is a paid event and the average number of attendees for our events is 60-70 people. You can register on [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/professional-services-networking-london-consultants-advisors-tickets-1992117071788?aff=meetup](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/professional-services-networking-london-consultants-advisors-tickets-1992117071788?aff=meetup)** Connect with consultants, advisors, accountants, lawyers, and business leaders at London's premier professional services networking event. Professional Services Connector® is one of London's leading business networking events for consultants, advisors, accountants, lawyers, recruiters, coaches, and business leaders looking to build valuable professional relationships and generate new opportunities. Part of the London Connector® series, this premium networking event is designed for ambitious professionals who want to expand their network, develop referral partnerships, meet potential clients, and connect with decision-makers across a wide range of industries. Hosted at the prestigious Institute of Directors (IoD) in Central London, this edition on 6th July brings together consultants, professional service providers, entrepreneurs, founders, investors, and senior executives for an evening of high-quality business networking. Whether you're looking to win new business, grow your referral network, find strategic partners, or simply connect with like-minded professionals, this event provides the ideal environment to build meaningful relationships. ## **🚀 Why Attend?** ✔ Meet consultants, advisors, and professional service providers from across London ✔ Connect with business owners, founders, and directors actively seeking expertise and solutions ✔ Generate referrals, introductions, and business opportunities ✔ Expand your professional network with high-quality contacts ✔ Build strategic partnerships and collaborative relationships ✔ Discover potential clients and new growth opportunities ✔ Exchange industry insights and business knowledge ✔ Network in a premium venue with an engaged professional audience ## **🤝 Who You'll Meet** Expect a curated audience including: • Business Consultants & Management Consultants • Accountants, Tax Advisors & Finance Professionals • Lawyers, Solicitors & Legal Consultants • Executive Coaches & Leadership Advisors • Recruiters, HR Consultants & Talent Specialists • Fractional Executives & Non-Executive Directors • Business Development & Sales Professionals • Startup Founders & Entrepreneurs • SME Owners & Company Directors • Investors, Angel Investors & Business Leaders • Corporate Professionals & Senior Executives This event is ideal for professionals who understand that relationships, referrals, and trusted introductions remain one of the most effective ways to grow a business. ## **📅 Event Details** **Date:** 6th July 2026 **Time:** 17:00 – 20:00 **Venue:** Institute of Directors (IoD), 116 Pall Mall, London Enjoy a hosted free-flow networking experience where conversations happen naturally and connections are made effortlessly. ## **🌐 Two Networking Events With One Ticket** Your ticket also includes access to: **Director Connector® London** Connect with company directors, founders, senior executives, investors, and decision-makers from across London's business community. Meet even more professionals, expand your network further, and maximise the value of your evening. ## **🔗 What Makes London Connector® Different?** • Carefully curated professional audience • High-quality business conversations • Strong representation of founders, directors, and decision-makers • Opportunities for referrals, partnerships, and client acquisition • A welcoming and professional atmosphere • Premium Central London venue • Business networking designed around meaningful connections rather than formal presentations ## **📲 Exclusive Attendee WhatsApp Group** All attendees receive access to our networking WhatsApp group on the day of the event. ✔ Introduce yourself before the event ✔ Arrange meetings in advance ✔ Continue conversations after the event ✔ Stay connected with fellow professionals ## **👔 Dress Code** Business Attire or Smart Casual. To maintain the quality and atmosphere of the event, T-shirts and trainers are not permitted for men or women. 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**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/47530 **Game Description:** Join Our Sociable Recreation Basketball Session, All Abilities Welcome. Whatsapp Group - photos and vids from the session: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CM9ZpUf4ZcABzyLp23hBaj We Have Both Competitive & Beginner Ability Players, Teams Are Mixed To Make It Balanced & Good Vibes Mixed Ability Session \- 1\.5hrs of Straight Games 4 Half Courts \- 4v4 Games \- 5min Per Game Winner Goes Up \- Loser Goes Down Rokeby School - 5min Walk From Canning Town Stn (Jubilee Line & DLR), Bus Stop Outside Venue. Secure Carpark - Available Via Morgan St Showers & Changing Room Available Naser - 07450213126 **Rules** 5min Games Call Own Foul Half Court Format - 4v4 Clear Everything Except Airballs Winner Goes Up - Loser Goes Down

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/51195 **Game Description:** MONDAY MASTERY – SERVE & PASS SERIES (MASTER THE FIRST CONTACT) [Single Entry for respective week] A 3-week serve and pass development series designed for intermediate players who want to become more reliable in serve receive and more effective from the service line. Each session builds on the previous one, progressing from float serve fundamentals to advanced serve receive and game-ready execution. **SESSION BREAKDOWN** 29/06 – Coaches Henry & George Theme: Float Serve Fundamentals \* Float serve mechanics and consistency \* Reading and receiving float serves \* High-volume serve & pass repetitions 06/07 – Coaches Henry & George Theme: Topspin Serve & Control \* Topspin serve technique and power \* Passing topspin serves effectively \* Serve & pass under pressure 13/07 – Coaches Henry & George Theme: Game-Day Execution \* Personalised serve & pass feedback \* Building consistent serve receive routines \* Competitive serve & pass scenarios **FORMAT & GAMEPLAY** \* High-repetition technical training focused on serve and serve receive \* Progressive drills designed to improve consistency and confidence \* Structured gameplay where players apply session themes in realistic match situations **EXPECTATIONS** \* Arrive early and ready to train \* Be coachable and open to feedback \* Maintain a focused, competitive training environment \* Commit to applying technical adjustments throughout the series **WHO IS THIS FOR?** Intermediate players with at least 6–12 months of playing experience who want to improve their serve receive consistency, serving effectiveness, and overall first-contact quality. 📩 Sign up through the link in bio or DM us for single-session entries and enquiries. **Rules** 1\. Players should be respectful and follow the coach’s instructions when given 2\. Remain kind and courteous to players around you regardless of their skill level 3\. Enjoy yourself and remember to ask the coach if you have any questions \(hint: there are no stupid ones\) Photos and videos may be taken during the sessions and used as promotional material for the Pantheon Volleyball Club. By signing up, you give your consent to be filmed and to be used for the purposes as mentioned above. If you would like to opt out of this, please send a message to the pantheon volleyball page.

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/45265 **Game Description:** Come and join a casual mixed football game in Stratford 😎 **Directions:** 🚶‍♂️5 minute walk from Stratford International DLR Station 📍 Pitch 3 - In the small 6 aside cages NOT the big 11 aside pitch. **Rules** Classic 6 aside rules, can be explained at the start of the session. Please be encouraging and positive to all players 🧡

Who or what belongs in the picture? Let’s explore the story of art, freedom, and an expanding world at the National Gallery in London. Together, we will take a closer look at five popular paintings, from the early Renaissance to the 19th century. I will select five well-known paintings for us to discuss, but suggestions are very welcome if there is a particular painting you would like to explore in more depth.

What makes us human, and what do we risk losing when AI begin to mirror our most intimate forms of expression? As AI becomes woven into our everyday workflows, from vibe coding to documentation, it's easy to focus on efficiency. But what about the rest of our lives? This session invites you to slow down and turn your attention toward something deeper: the arts. Dancing, singing, drawing, making, not as hobbies, but as expressions of something fundamental about who we are and where we come from. Whether you're excited about what AI can create, cautious about what it might erode, or somewhere in between, this conversation is for you. We're not here to reach consensus. We're here to share our views and think together. **What we'll explore** Inspired by the [Centre for Humane Technology](https://www.humanetech.com/ai-and-humanity)'s report *Preserving What Makes Us Deeply Human in the Age of AI*, we'll explore questions around why we create. What role does art play in our lives, not just aesthetically, but psychologically, socially, and spiritually? And as AI enters these spaces, what questions should we be asking ourselves? **From reflection to practice** We won't leave it abstract. Towards the end of the session, we'll bring the conversation back to our work as UX Designers and Researchers, exploring how these reflections can meaningfully shape the way we design, research, and lead. *** **🎓 A moment of celebration** We'll close the evening by celebrating the nine fellows who have completed the third [Responsible Design for Change Fellowship](https://www.ux4change.org/responsible-design-for-change-fellowship/) cohort. Their dedication to advancing social impact at the East London Waterworks Park, while deepening their practice in regenerative design and leadership, is worth sharing with our UX for Change community. *** **🎟️ Free spots available** We believe access to these conversations matters. If you'd like to be considered for one of the 7 free tickets, please fill out this short form: 👉[https://forms.gle/YgPFKeSXtZDMVaVU9](https://forms.gle/YgPFKeSXtZDMVaVU9)

**We are excited to invite you to our summer edition of DSL!** 💫 DSL#16 was originally scheduled for 25 June but has been moved to **Tuesday, 7 July** due to the extreme weather. Our Eventbrite tickets are now sold out, but you can join our waitlist [here](https://dsl16.eventbrite.co.uk/). Thank you to [YLD](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/design-systems-london-16-tickets-1989211510175?aff=oddtdtcreator) for organising and [NewDay](https://www.newday.co.uk/ "https://www.newday.co.uk/") for sponsoring this event. **Who are NewDay** At NewDay, their business is focused on a single, clear and defining purpose: to help people move forward with credit. NewDay provides nearly 5 million customers with responsible access to credit, underpinned by best-in-class customer service and exceptional user experience. Their in-house, highly scalable digital platform alongside their proprietary credit decisioning capability unlocks the competitive advantage. Their broad credit product offering enables instalment finance, BNPL, 0% finance and carded and digital revolving credit. NewDay operates multiple direct-to-consumer products and a range of credit solutions with some of the UK’s most loved brands. Their underwriting capability and experience allow them to responsibly say yes to more UK customers making them a merchant partner of choice. NewDay partners to harness the power of data to drive commerce across the UK, creating value at scale. **Who are YLD?** YLD turns digital investments into results by building what matters, delivering with impact, and making sure it lasts. Their product design, tech, and change experts work as one, applying AI where it shortens the path to value. With design at the heart, YLD brings clarity, puts users first, and shapes solutions that succeed from the start. YLD is hiring - check out the [job page](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/design-systems-london-16-tickets-1989211510175?aff=oddtdtcreator) Join the conversation on [LinkedIn](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/design-systems-london-16-tickets-1989211510175?aff=oddtdtcreator)

For our July meetup, we have a change of venue and will be hosted by the lovely folks at Adaptavist. We have two excellent talks lined up and the agenda will be: * 6:30pm - arrive, drinks, networking * 7:00pm - Welcome & Housekeeping * 7:15pm - **Talk 1: "Stop Wasting GPUs: How We Built a Golden Path for GPU Sharing on Kubernetes"** Everyone is hyped about frontier models as a service. The moment you need to run them yourself, for latency, cost, compliance, or just control, the bill shows up. You pay for a whole GPU even when your pod uses a sliver of it. Kubernetes has always counted GPUs like bricks: one pod, one card, done. That just changed. Kubernetes 1.34 ships a new way to schedule hardware, and NVIDIA lets you physically slice one card into isolated partitions. Put them together and you get real GPU sharing on Kubernetes. No time-slicing tricks. Real isolation, real savings. We built the whole stack from an empty cluster. Come to the talk and watch it run end to end on stage. **Speaker: Engin Diri, Senior Solutions Architect @ Pulumi** *As a Senior Solutions Architect at Pulumi with over 15 years of experience in the IT industry, including roles at the Schwarz Group and W&W Versicherungen, I bring extensive expertise with an end-user and enterprise focus. Currently working for a startup while collaborating with enterprise clients has further enriched my experience!* * 7.45pm - food, more drinks & networking * 8.00pm - **Talk** **2: "Bringing Back the Feedback Loop: Platform Engineering for AI-Assisted Delivery"** What changes when AI starts participating in delivery systems, and how can platform teams keep feedback loops, governance, and developer experience intact when AI is making everything happen faster than ever before? Matt will make the case for not throwing away our old practices in this new era, and for bringing back DevOps-style feedback loops stronger than before. **Speaker: Matt Saunders, VP DevOps at Adaptavist** *Matt Saunders is VP DevOps at Adaptavist, leads the DevOps section of InfoQ, and co-organises the London DevOps AI meetup* * 8.30pm onwards - drinks and networking. So, please come and join us, we look forward to seeing you there. The LOPUG team. * Food and drinks provided * Good time will be had by all

The weather is getting absolutely gorgeous in London ☀️ It has been a long winter, and now it is time to go out and enjoy nature. Join us on this unique UXers Nature Walk and learn about the area we are focused on this year to drive social impact through our [Responsible Design for Change Fellowship](https://www.ux4change.org/responsible-design-for-change-fellowship/). Get a chance to meet our founder, Sandra Gonzalez, and some of the fellows who are currently enrolled in the third cohort of the Fellowship. This is a very lovely opportunity to connect with nature and our community. You are welcome to bring your pet and/or your children, especially if you are juggling half-term at the moment. We will end the walk at the Princess of Wales to share a drink and network a bit. We look forward to spending a lovely afternoon with you.

Note: We’re moving to **Tuesday** for one month only! For **July 2026**, we’re switching up our routine to **Tuesday 7th** – come along and join use for an evening of learning, sharing and networking at **The Product Group London**. **Topic of the Night: AI Productivity Tools & Product Management** AI is now a part of most workstacks, so how do you use them to maxmise your effectiveness without suffering tool fatigue? We’ll explore the tools and how they are changing the work and product role; integrating AI into your workflow from strategy to discovery and delivery; how to separate the marketing hype from the genuine utility; the AI skills to develop and keep on top of, and more. **Featured Guest: Jonathan Hassell, CEO & Founder, Hassell Inclusion** Jonathan leads Hassell Inclusion’s team of accessibility experts providing strategic accessibility transformation services to organisations worldwide. With over 25 years’ experience, he is one of the world's top digital usability & accessibility thought leaders. He has written the International accessibility Standard ISO 30071-1 and 2 best-selling books on the Standard. In 2026, his focus is on how to ensure opportunities in the transition to AI-created and AI-based products also reach 100% of the audiences who can benefit from them. **About The Product Group London** The Product Group London is a monthly meetup designed to bring product people of all levels together for topical discussions, as a group and with our guest speakers. With attendees from startups to large enterprises, there is no shortage of opportunities to network and make new connections. And whilst the focus is on product management, we welcome product designers and engineers to join for some friendly and lively discussions. **A word about our sponsor and host, BrainStation** [BrainStation](https://brainstation.io/london) is a global leader in digital skills training, empowering businesses and brands to succeed in the digital age. Established in 2012, BrainStation has worked with over 500 instructors from the most innovative companies, developing cutting-edge, real-world digital education that has empowered professionals and some of the largest corporations in the world.

🎉 **Event #25 – The Analytics Engineering Meet-up** 🎉 The London Analytics Engineering Meet-up - Hosted by Wise! **Speakers:** Emanuela Ciotti - Head of Enterprise @ Compare the Market 2nd speaker TBC 📅 **RSVP opens 15th June** (3.5 weeks before the event). This event will be **over-subscribed**, so set a reminder — you won’t want to miss it! 📍 **Agenda** 6pm – Doors open, networking, food & drinks 7pm – Talks kick off 8:30pm – More drinks & networking @ local pub This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with some of the UK’s top data professionals, share challenges, and exchange learnings. We are always looking to improve the event and get new ideas for talks, if you could please fill out a [feedback form](https://cognifysearch.com/the-london-analytics-engineering-meet-up-feedback-form/), this will help us continue to improve! The **Analytics Engineering Meet-up** is a community for data professionals working with the modern data stack, machine learning or AI. We host regular meet-ups featuring talks from data leaders building and scaling analytics, data platforms, and AI in forward-thinking teams. The community is ideal for Data Engineers, Analytics Engineers, Analysts, and those working in Data Science, Machine Learning, or AI. The **Analytics Engineering Meet-up** is organised by [Cognify](cognifysearch.com) — a specialist recruitment partner for teams working across the modern data stack, machine learning & AI. If you’re looking to hire top data talent or exploring your next move in data, feel free to reach out to the Cognify team — we’re always happy to help and chat through the market. Our sponsor is [Omni](Omni.co), an AI-powered BI platform that helps people use data to do their best work. Whether users prefer AI, Excel, point-and-click exploration, or SQL, Omni enables fast, trusted answers from a governed semantic model. If you’re eager to dive deeper into industry insights, check out ***The Stacked Data Podcast*** for conversations with industry leaders: Listen on: [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/24fIpekn8WfRDZsVHNcf7Q) [Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/@CognifySearch) or [Apple Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stacked-data-podcast/id1700301417) Your feedback is so valuable to us, we'd love to hear from you to help us continue to improve, [Feedback Form here](https://cognifysearch.com/the-london-analytics-engineering-meet-up-feedback-form/) **No-Show Policy**: * If you miss **2 consecutive events** or **2 out of 3 events**, you wont be able to attend the next event. We hope you understand this is to keep things fair for venues and other attendees.

You can sleep in on the Semiquincentennial (observed), we’re shifting to the following Friday. But join the local UX community for a chat and some biscuits to catch up. If you were in CA for Figma Config, tell us all the lines and you can tell me how I can animate an SVG without coding it by hand, and why I’d even want to. Thanks to the team at Nationwide of supporting the group.

Topic to be announced. **CALL FOR SPEAKERS** Learn more: https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/ **THANK YOU** *VEEAM* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Veeam*, please visit their website: https://www.veeam.com/ **DIRECTIONS** 8800 Lyra Dr #450 · Columbus, OH go to 4th floor. **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

Highlights and Hidden Gems in SQL Server 2025 With so much emphasis on cloud data platforms and AI these days, SQL people can feel left behind by all the marketing hype. SQL Server 2025 was officially released in November of 2025, though, and contains a ton of improvements that will make our SQL Server deployments a bit faster, better, and more secure. There are even more improvements tucked into the release that never made a marketing blog or press release that you'll likely be learning about for the first time in this session! Join this session to learn about what makes your high availability a little more available, your performance a bit more performant, and your database more developer and app-friendly. Come spend an hour with SQL people talking SQL Server 2025 – the good, the "not quite ready for prime time", and the hidden awesomeness.

Most people use LLMs by feel: ask a question, read the answer, decide whether it “seems good,” and move on. That works for casual use. It does not work when you are building software, automating workflows, writing important documents, or relying on AI for anything that needs to be repeatable. In this talk, we’ll look at how to improve and evaluate the inputs and outputs of LLMs using practical measurement techniques. We’ll cover how prompt changes affect results, how to compare outputs, how to build simple evaluation sets, and how math-based methods like similarity scoring can help you move beyond guesswork. This will be beginner-friendly, so even if you don't know anything about AI, you should get something out of it. However, this will be a little more technical than our intro talks. You do not need to be an AI researcher, but programmers and technically curious attendees will get a lot out of it. We’ll cover: * Why “it looks good” is not enough * How to improve prompts by changing the input, context, and constraints * How to compare LLM outputs more systematically * Basic evaluation techniques for accuracy, consistency, and usefulness * How embeddings, cosine similarity, and scoring can help evaluate results * Where automated evaluation works — and where humans still need to stay in the loop By the end, you’ll have a practical mental model for treating LLMs less like magic and more like systems you can test, measure, and improve. 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.

**Practical Curiosity: Learning from Everyday Data** How do we actually get better at utilizing our day-to-day data? Fancy dashboards and complex models might look nice and draw attention, but that’s not where most of us spend our time. In fact those shiny outputs frequently sit unused, while the real insights are drawn from the analyst’s daily practice. Sometimes it’s as simple and as powerful as noticing that a segment is shrinking, a channel is underused, or certain links keep getting all the clicks. There’s many different places that the spark of insight can come from, but you have to keep your head in the data and know where to look. In this session, we’ll explore real-world examples of how segmentation, testing, and click behavior can uncover practical digital marketing opportunities. You’ll leave with inspiration for your own use cases, along with a few simple ways to ask better questions, spot meaningful patterns, and make smarter decisions without overcomplicating it. **About Our Speaker:** [Elaine Armbruster](https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainearmbruster/) is a Director of Digital Experience at the [American Diabetes Association](https://diabetes.org/), where she focuses on using data and insights to create smarter, more effective digital experiences. A lifelong Columbus resident, she has built her career in email marketing and the broader digital user journey, and is finding she most enjoys working in the messy middle where systems, data, and big ideas don’t quite line up yet. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

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**Hello Columbus!** **The community is buzzing and growing well. We are thrilled to bring our fourth BrowserStack QA Meetup on Thursday, July 9th!** We are creating a space for deeper insights, meaningful connections, and a vibe you won't want to miss. **What to expect:** * **Connect:** Network with Columbus' top engineering and QA minds. * **Learn:** Real-world tactics and trends you can use immediately. * **Enjoy:** Food, drinks, and great community spirit. **Agenda** * **Two Roads Diverged in a Wood: Docker Compose vs. Kubernetes** by **[Doug Reeder](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pdouglasreeder/)** **RSVP Essential:** Space is limited, and we want to ensure a great experience for everyone. **RSVP now to secure your spot!** 📍 **Venue:** Leading EDJE, 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 📍 **Free Parking:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017 📅 **Date & Time:** July 9, 6:00 PM **Stay Connected!** Want to continue the conversation beyond the meetup? Join our **BrowserStack Discord Server** to get updates, connect with fellow QA professionals, and be part of an ongoing discussion. **Don’t miss out—click below to join!** 🔗 [\[](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[Join the BrowserStack Discord Server](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[\]](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW) **A Few Notes:** ✅ This is an **in-person event** ✅ **RSVP does not guarantee a seat** – A confirmation email will be sent one day before the event. **TALK ABSTRACT:** Docker Compose and Kubernetes are two of the most popular tools for running containerized applications. Their feature lists are similar. Architects and senior developers need to know how their different paradigms lead to unexpectedly different experiences in production.