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Csak nőknek szóló PyLadies esemény! Gondoltál már arra, hogy miért kellene újra és újra leírnod ugyanazt a kódot, ha egy feladatot többször is el akarsz végezni? A Python függvények pont ebban segítenek: egyszer megírod a kódot, elnevezed, és utána annyiszor használod, ahányszor csak szeretnéd. Ezen az előadáson közérthető nyelven, lépésről lépésre fedezzük fel a függvények alapjait, kezdőknek és újrakezdőknek is ideális módon: • Mi az a függvény? Egy „miniprogram”, ami egy meghatározott feladatot végez el – megnézzük, miért ez a Python egyik legfontosabb építőköve. • Hogyan hozhatsz létre egyet? A def kulcsszó használata, beszédes függvénynevek, és az első saját függvények megírása. • Paraméterek csínja-bínja: Megismerjük a pozíciós és kulcsszavas argumentumokat, az iterálható objektumok csomagolását (unpacking), valamint azt is, hogyan használhatjuk okosan a \*args és \*\*kwargs lehetőségeit. Szó lesz az alapértelmezett paraméterekről és arról is, mire érdemes figyelni velük kapcsolatban. • Változók láthatósága: Amikor a Python egy változó értékét keresi, először a lokális névtérben vizsgálódik. Ha ott nem találja, továbbmegy a befoglaló függvény névterébe, majd a globális névtérbe, végül pedig a beépített névtérbe. Ezt a folyamatot a függvények működésén keresztül is részletesen áttekintjük, sok gyakorlati példával. • Egy kis „szuperképesség” a végére: Rövid betekintést adunk a dekorátorok világába is. Bár haladóbb téma, megmutatjuk, hogyan tehetik még okosabbá és testreszabhatóbbá a függvényeinket anélkül, hogy bonyolítanánk a kódot. Ha szeretnéd jobban megérteni, hogyan szervezd tisztábban és hatékonyabban a Python kódodat, ez az alkalom neked szól. Várunk minden érdeklődőt – akár most ismerkedsz a Pythonnal, akár már használod, de szeretnéd mélyebben megérteni a működését. ✨ ‍ Előadó: Péter Fülöp ️ Programterv • 17:30 – 18:00 Megérkezés, setup • 18:00 – 19:00 Előadás I. • 19:00 – 19:20 Szendvicsek & frissítők • 19:20 – 20:10 Előadás II. • 20:10 – 21:00 Networking (A programterv változásának jogát fenntartjuk.) Mivel készülj? Workshop jellegű alkalom lesz, így hasznos, ha hozol magaddal egy programozásra alkalmas számítógépet. Jó, ha előre megismerkedsz egy Python Notebookkal, például a Google Colab-bal (ehhez egy Google-fiók szükséges). Ha kell bármi segítség, gyere kicsit hamarabb és segítünk! Kit várunk? Olyan **lányokat/nőket**, akik most ismerkednek a Python nyelvvel, vagy szeretnék meglévő tudásukat bővíteni vagy felfrissíteni. Helyszín Balance Irodaház – 7. emelet Dél (Lifttől balra) Cím: 1139 Budapest, Váci út 99 ‼️ Következő alkalmunk nem a megszokott helyszínen lesz, hanem a főépületben, és kisebb térben, így a létszám limitált. Megközelítés a Váci út felől. Nyelv Az esemény nyelve: magyar (és Python) Szponzor HCL Technologies Starschema Kft. Ha bármi kérdésed van, csatlakoznál szervezői csapatunkhoz, vagy akár te is szívesen előadnál valamilyen témában, írj nekünk bátran! Nagyon várjuk, hogy újra találkozhassunk! Üdvözlettel, a PyLadies Budapest szervezői ‍

Google Research published a paper at NeurIPS '25 : ["Nested Learning: The Illusion of Deep Learning Architectures"](https://abehrouz.github.io/files/NL.pdf) It is a new approach to look at machine learning problems: architecture & optimization algorithms together In NL, training models is not treated as one opaque, atomic process. But as **a** **system of interconnected, multi-level learning problems** that are **optimized in parallel**. The goal is to solve one of the core challenges of modern LLMs: **continual learning** (the ability for a model to acquire new skills over time without forgetting old ones.) Authors argue: the model's **architecture and the optimization algorithm are fundamentally the same concepts;** they are just different "levels" of optimization, each with its own internal flow of information and update rate We'll walk through: \- how the paper unifies model architecture and optimizers \- architectural decomposition of a classical learning problem solved in the framework of Nested Learning \- how optimizer algorithms fit into the NL framework \(backrpop as associative memory\) \- the concept of continuum\, multi\-timescale memory \- Hope \- an architectural backbone of NL === ENTRY DETAILS === \- QR code with entry information will beavailable soon\, in the "Photos" section of this event page\. \- Gate closes at 18:15 \- no late entries\.

Join us for a fun evening of beer tasting and networking with fellow Budapest ex-pats at our next meetup event! Whether you're new in town or a long-time resident, this is the perfect opportunity to connect. Our event will feature a variety of local and international brews for you to sample and discuss, while enjoying great conversations. Don't miss out on the chance to make new friends and discover new favorite beers at Beer People at Lázár utca 7. Come raise a glass with us at the Ex-Pat & English Language Meetup!

Haladó argentin tangó óra heti rendszerességgel januártól! Várunk szeretettel! **Időpont**: Szerda, 20:15 - 21:30 (első alkalom 2026-ban: **január 6.)** **Helyszín**: Shift Stúdió, Andrássy út 35., 2. em., 12-es kapucsengő **Oktatók** Serbán Andrea és Szeghalmi Endre Órarend: [https://tangolibre.hu/orarend/](https://tangolibre.hu/orarend/) ✦✦✦ Advanced Argentine tango class held on a **weekly basis**. ** Time** Wednesday, 8:15–9:30 PM ** Location** Shift Studio, Andrássy út 35., 2nd floor **Teachers** Andrea Serban & Endre Szeghalmi Prices: [https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/](https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/)

Középhaladó argentin tangó óra heti rendszerességgel januártól! Várunk szeretettel! **Időpont**: Szerda, 19.00 - 20.15 (első alkalom 2026-ban: **január 6.)** **Helyszín**: Shift Stúdió, Andrássy út 35., 2. em., 12-es kapucsengő **Oktatók** Serbán Andrea és Szeghalmi Endre [További részletek és órarend](www.tangolibre.hu) ✦✦✦ Intermediate Argentine tango class held on a **weekly basis**. ** Time** Wednesday, 7:00–8:15 PM ** Location** Shift Studio, Andrássy út 35., 2nd floor **Teachers** Andrea Serban & Endre Szeghalmi Prices: [https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/](https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/)

ENGLISH STAND-UP COMEDY NIGHT❗❗ Join us for another amazing Hot Paprika Comedy️ Night at A&o! We have an amazing lineup of international comedians waiting to make you laugh! **Please comment under the post in the events discussion tab if you want a spot to perform!**\* FREE Show‼️But donations are appreciated Hosted by : Tauseef Seats are on a first come first serve basis. So, come a bit earlier to make sure you have a seat. Follow Hot Paprika Comedy' to stay updated on future events: https://www.facebook.com/hotpaprikacomedy

#### **Upcoming Book Club Meetings at Közkincs Könyvtár** We will be starting the new year with two exciting reads — one from a Hungarian literary giant and Nobel Prize winner and one from a contemporary American novelist. Whether you’ve been with us from the beginning or are joining for the first time, you’re warmly invited to dive into these richly layered, discussion-worthy books with us. As always, everyone is welcome, whether you’ve finished the book, are halfway through, or simply want to listen and participate. ##### **January Book Club Meeting** **Book:** *The Melancholy of Resistance* — László Krasznahorkai **Date:** January 28 **Time:** 7:00 PM **Location:** Közkincs Könyvtár We’ll open the year with Krasznahorkai’s haunting and visionary novel — a dense, hypnotic, and darkly comic exploration of chaos, authority, and the strange currents that move through small communities. One of Hungary’s most acclaimed literary works, and the basis for Béla Tarr’s film *Werckmeister Harmonies*, it offers plenty to discuss in terms of style, structure, philosophy, and atmosphere. ##### **February Book Club Meeting** **Book:** *The Nix* — Nathan Hill **Date:** February 25 **Time:** 7:00 PM **Location:** Közkincs Könyvtár In February, we’ll switch gears with *The Nix*, a sprawling, funny, sharp, and surprisingly emotional novel about politics, media, family history, and the stories we tell about ourselves. It moves between time periods and perspectives with enormous energy — giving us a contrast to January’s slow-building, immersive style.

**IMPORTANT UPDATE! THE EVENT IS FULL, WE HAVE CLOSED THE REGISTRATION.** Free event, [registration](https://datapao.com/databricks-hungary-meetup/) is required. **SUMMARY** Join DATAPAO for the first **Databricks Hungary Meetup** in 2026\*\*.\*\* Join us and our exciting guests from Databricks for **talks,** **product updates** and news and of course, networking with fellow data professionals. This event is aimed data engineers, analysts, scientists and people passionate about data and AI. It gives you the perfect chance to catch up with the data community while enjoying some snacks and drinks in a trendy setting built for innovation. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired! **LOCATION** Mastercard Office Budapest - Váci út 26., Budapest, 1132 **AGENDA (subject to change):** Please note that the timings below refer to CEST (Central European Summer Time). Date: February 26, 2026 Time: 17:30 - 18:00 Welcome and networking 18:00 - 19:00 Talks and discussion on the latest and greatest around Databricks 19:00 - 20:00 Networking **WHAT TO EXPECT?** * Soft drinks and snacks * Meaningful conversations with the data community * Insights from **Felix Mutzl** (Data & AI Strategist at Databricks) **and Gabor Ratky** (Engineering Manager at Databricks) * Networking opportunity **LANGUAGE** English/Hungarian **EVENT FEE** Free **REGISTRATION** To save your seat, please make sure to register for the event here: https://datapao.com/databricks-hungary-meetup/ **ABOUT [DATABRICKS COMMUNITY HUNGARY](https://www.meetup.com/databricks-community-hungary/?eventOrigin=onboarding)** This group is dedicated to bringing together data enthusiasts, analysts, and engineers interested in learning and sharing knowledge about Databricks and Apache Spark. Whether you are a beginner looking to delve into the world of data & AI or a seasoned professional looking to take your skills to the next level, our meetups offer a platform to connect, collaborate, and learn from each other. Join us for discussions, workshops, and networking events designed to promote growth and exploration in the field of data intelligence. Let’s ignite our passion for data together! **ABOUT [DATAPAO](https://datapao.com/)** We are a data engineering and data science consulting firm and a long-time Databricks partner. We cover the entire data journey including strategy, implementation, training and innovation. **Join us at the Mastercard Office in Budapest on the 26th of February**! Hope to meet you there. *The DATAPAO team*

The February edition of Green Meetup is here, and the topic is local communities! If you are: * working or interested in sustainability, * interested in bringing climate action into your current role, * or just looking to grow your network, exchange ideas, and connect with like-minded people, …this event is for you! Whether you are new to Budapest, a local or just visiting, we encourage you to join us on the 27th February at 18:00 in the city center for a friendly event to mingle with like-minded people. Our events are in English, so don't worry if you don't speak Hungarian. **Let's meet at KUBIK Coworking office!** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **What to expect:** 1. 17:45 - 18:00: Attendees arrive. 2. 18:00 - 18:10: **Greetings and introduction** 3. 18:10 - 19:00: **[Luca Michaletzky](https://www.linkedin.com/in/luca-michaletzky-866327aa/) \- Local communities as engines of systemic change** How can city neighborhoods drive deep systemic change, and how can local communities build social resilience that weaves a stronger safety net for everyone? In this workshop, we’ll introduce Joanna Macy’s idea of The Great Turning and explore why sustainability alone isn’t enough. Through discussion and small-group brainstorming, we’ll cover how to find your passion or mission and turn it into community action. What practical projects can urban dwellers start? More importantly, why should they do it, and how can they facilitate the change? By the end, you’ll walk away with inspiring questions and concrete ideas for action in your own community. 4. 19:00 - 20:00: **Mingling** Have thought-provoking conversations and exchange ideas with other community members on the topic of sustainability. Drinks and snacks included! This event's speaker is Luca Michaletzky, ecopsychologist: *Luca Michaletzky is a psychologist working from an ecopsychological perspective. She is also an organizer of the Világeleje community — a movement inspired by András Takács-Sánta’s book Világeleje (The beginning of the world) — and contributes to the websites [vilageleje.hu](https://vilageleje.hu/) (guiding people along the path of active hope) and [kiutak.hu](https://kiutak.hu/) (offering over 100 ecological action tips for small communities).* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Let's share, learn, and build something meaningful together! **Note**: The talks will be recorded and published on YouTube. By attending this event you accept that you might appear in a photo or video taken and published by the organizers. If you wish to remain private, please let us know on-site before the event. This event is hosted and organized by [Lombiq Technologies](https://lombiq.com/).

*„Ha a gyerekek pusztán az ész szavára jönnének a világra, vajon fennmaradna-e az emberiség?"* Arthur Schopenhauer. (A program magyar nyelven zajlik.) Az antinatalizmis egy kényelmetlen kérdést tesz fel: **Erkölcsileg igazolható-e, hogy új embert hozzunk a világra?** Egy olyan világban, amit szenvedés, bizonytalanság, egyenlőtlenség és társadalmi törékenység jellemez, egyes filozófusok amellett érvelnek, hogy meg nem születni jobb lehet, mint megszületni. Ez az alkalom az antinatalizmust járja körül, olyan gondolkodókon keresztül, mint Schopenhauer és David Benatar. De ez már rég nem pusztán filozófiai kérdés. Ma a születési ráták a világ nagy részén zuhannak. Az államok ösztönzőkkel, korlátozásokkal és népesedéspolitikával avatkoznak be. A technológia elválasztja a szexet a terhességtől, a szaporodást pedig magától az emberi testtől. Ez az alkalom a születést és az antinatalizmust a **filozófia, a demográfia, a politika és a technológia metszéspontjában vizsgálja.** **Bevezető (15 perc) Rövid vendégbemutatóval indítunk.** **Megbeszélendő kérdések (1 óra 45 perc):** 1. Ha lenne lehetőséged választani, szeretnél újra megszületni? 2. Lehet-e valaha is etikus életet ráerőltetni valakire a beleegyezése nélkül? 3. Mondhatjuk-e értelmesen, hogy valaki „jobban vagy rosszabbul jár", ha sosem létezik? 4. Mennyi szenvedés elég ahhoz, hogy az életet ne legyen érdemes elkezdeni? 5. Mi a rosszabb: kockáztatni a szenvedést vagy megtagadni magát a létezést? 6. A társadalom nyomást gyakorol-e az emberekre, hogy szaporodjanak a gazdasági vagy kulturális túlélés érdekében? 7. Ha az antinatalizmusnak igaza van, mi következik belőle? Örökbefogadás? Önkéntes kihalás? 8. Lehet-e egy új élet létrehozása erkölcsileg semleges tett vagy jobb egy már meglévő életet folytatni? 9. A gyerekvállalás a remény cselekedete vagy a tagadásé? 10. Lehet-e egy olyan társadalom, ami nem szaporodik, még politikai közösség? Vagy már csak adminisztratív? Az antinatalizmus politikailag destabilizáló? (Film: The children of men, Hannah Arendt) 11. Befagyna-e a politika generációs utánpótlás nélkül? 12. A halhatatlanság megszüntetné a fejlődést — vagy stabilizálná? 13. A halhatatlan társadalmak alapértelmezetten konzervatívvá válnának-e? 14. A „gyermekvállaláshoz való jog" feltétlen vagy feltételekhez kellene kötni? Ha az örökbefogadáshoz szűrés kell, miért nem kell a biológiai szülőséghez is? 15. Milyen következményei lennének, ha a mesterséges méhek működőképessé válnának? 16. Mi történik, ha a szaporodás technikai folyamattá válik emberi helyett? (Ajánlott dokumentumfilm: „The Man with 1000 Kids" a Netflixen) 17. Az egygyermek-politika etikai katasztrófa volt? Vagy brutális, de racionális válasz az anyagi korlátokra? Ha a túlnépesedés tömeges szenvedést okoz, erkölcsileg védhető-e valaha a kényszerű születésszabályozás? 18. Ha a szülők súlyos betegségekre szűrik az embriókat, az eugenika vagy felelősség? 19. Miért erkölcstelen az állami szelekció, de a piaci szelekció elfogadható? 20. A hagyományos nukleáris család az egyetlen erkölcsileg elfogadható módja a gyereknevelésnek? **RSVP:** Kérjük, erősítsd meg a részvételedet a Meetup oldalon. A részvételi díj egy jelképes összeg, amely a [meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) működési költségeinek fedezésére szolgál. A helyszínen **alkoholmentes bort 50% kedvezménnyel** kínálunk.

Please sign up in advance! Hot Paprika Presents: Budapest’s Best Pub Quiz! Register here: https://forms.gle/JKjGn4aGBr1r1dF48 Join us for the Hot Paprika Pub Quiz at A&O Hostel Budapest, kicking off at 8 PM! This isn’t your average trivia night—it's hosted by comedians, so expect uncomfortable laughs, unexpected twists, and an unforgettable time! What to Expect: Diverse Topics – From pop culture to history, no subject is off-limits! Comedian Hosts – The hilarious Tauseef Parvez & Fanni Pinter will keep you entertained. Big Prizes – Weekly winners score free comedy show tickets & bar discounts . Grand Prize – The season’s top team wins a 20,000 HUF bar tab! First Event: Donation-Based – Come, play, and support the show however you can! Gather your team, sharpen your wits, and let’s make trivia night legendary! Register now and don’t miss out!

FlowDan’s Mix is a Latin-inspired dance party workout. High energy, easy-to-follow choreographies, and nonstop good vibes! Each class has a theme we dance through, plus one song where we drop the steps and enjoy pure free dance. Class fee: 2500 Huf 5 class pass: 10000 Huf

**IMPORTANT: If you haven't already, please make an account on [budapestracketclub.com](https://budapestracketclub.com/), soon it will be our main platform for scheduling events. Thank you!** We’ve confirmed our reservations for three courts and we are all set for our upcoming badminton session! Here are the details: * **Date:** Saturday, 1 March 2026 * **Time:** 16:00 – 18:00 * **Location:** Tuskecsarnok –[ Google Maps](https://maps.app.goo.gl/urUMXA9WHcp3xJjb6) * *Note*: Navigating to this pin will take you directly to the ramp leading down to the entrance of the sports center. If you need help, reach out via WhatsApp or MeetUp! This will be a relaxed afternoon: open rallying on three available courts with players rotating into mixed doubles as numbers allow. No strict schedule—just come ready to play and meet fellow badmiton enthusiasts. **Skill Level** We welcome players of all skills, ages, and abilities. There are no level expectations, but be prepared to play with mostly beginner and intermediate players and adjust your expectations accordingly. The goal is to have fun and enjoy the game! **Need a Racket?** Loaner rackets are available; please reach out via WhatsApp or the comments if you’d like one set aside. **Costs** This will depend on the final number of attendees but please be prepared to pay **at most** 3,000 Ft per person for the court rental. We will confirm the final price on the day of. **Next steps:** 1. **Create an account on** [https://budapestracketclub.com/](https://budapestracketclub.com/) 2. **RSVP on MeetUp** so we can track attendance and confirm court numbers. 3. Arrive a few minutes early so we can sort out payments and start promptly at 14:00. 4. Spread the word—the larger our community, the sooner we can set up more recurring sessions, tournaments, and social events: * **Website:** [https://budapestracketclub.com/](https://budapestracketclub.com/) * **WhatsApp:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dofz0CpQIpU5bNhcvbw0g9](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dofz0CpQIpU5bNhcvbw0g9) * **Facebook Group:** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/budapestracketclub](https://www.facebook.com/groups/budapestracketclub) See you on the court!

**Looking to connect with other business-minded people in Budapest?** Come join us for a laid-back evening with fellow entrepreneurs, freelancers, and creatives living and working in the city. There’s no formal agenda – just good vibes, real conversations, and a chance to meet others who understand the ups and downs of building your own path. We're looking forward to meeting you.

Join us and work remotely together with like-minded UX folks. This is a last minute opportunity to get out at one of our favorites, [Junto](https://thejuntohotel.com/)! Plenty of seating is available in addition to a connected coffee shop and restaurant. I will be there 10-12 for sure, maybe longer. Feel free to come and go anytime during the day, and don't forget your charger and headphones!

Come chat about Atlassian tools and best practices at the Reynoldsburg Sunny Street Cafe and Breakfast is on Atlassian! Let's get the day started off with breakfast with your ACE Leaders! We're always excited to talk about Atlassian Products, share our knowledge and hand out swag! Come chat with us about new product news and anything you are working on within the Atlassian product stack. This is a great opportunity to come see what we are all about, hear new business news and share with other Atlassian users your questions and experiences. We'd love to see new and old friends come out to chat and learn about Atlassian! Agenda --- Moderators Kimberly Deal - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Greg Sprowls - Columbus Atlassian Community Leader Hosted By Kimberly Deal, Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley, Chief Everything Greg Sprowls, Agility Lead --- Global Partner Atlassian (http://atlassian.com) Millions of users globally rely on Atlassian products every day for improving software development, project management, collaboration, and code quality. Partner Atlassian --- For over a decade, Atlassian customers have come together to network, share ideas, solve problems, and find new ways to use Atlassian products. Today, more than 15,000 people take part in Atlassian community events in more than 30 countries. --- Complete your event RSVP here: https://ace.atlassian.com/events/details/atlassian-columbus-presents-rise-and-shine-with-atlassian-reynoldsburg-4/.

Our monthly PHP meetup. A virtual shindig courtesy of Zoom. Check back here for the details around 6:15 pm

Coffee and conversation at [Stauf's Coffee Roasters](https://www.staufs.com/) in German Village. Street parking is free on Sundays.

**Hello Columbus!** **The community is buzzing and growing well.** **We are thrilled to bring our third BrowserStack QA Meetup on March 12th!** 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** * **[Sam Gomez](https://www.linkedin.com/in/samueljgomez/)** is presenting "AI is more than LLMs: Choosing the right AI for your needs." **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:** March 12, 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:** AI is all the hype these days; however, despite (or maybe because of) the excitement around it, a high percentage of AI projects fail. Projects that are over budget, delayed, or that fail to scale past the POC phase are very common. In many of these scenarios, choosing the right approach can be as critical as the solution itself. Should you build a tailored machine learning model, leverage the power of large language models (LLMs), or integrate with AI copilots? Each option has unique strengths, trade-offs, and resource requirements, and the key to success lies in aligning your choice with your business goals and technical constraints. In this talk, we will go beyond the basic concepts and definitions to provide a practical guide that allows attendees to navigate these decisions through real-world case studies. We will examine scenarios in which different AI paradigms were chosen, discuss the factors that influenced those decisions, and outline the process for evaluating needs, constraints, and outcomes. From assessing data availability and team expertise to balancing cost and scalability, you'll gain insights into the critical considerations that guide the selection process. By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear process for determining whether machine learning, LLMs, or copilots are best suited to your AI challenges and understand the resources and strategies needed to bring your chosen solution to life. This talk is ideal for decision-makers, technical leads, and innovators seeking to demystify AI implementation and maximize the impact of their investments.

Come out to Improving for our monthly iOS and Mac meetings. This Month's Presentation: Nothing yet. (You should volunteer). What is Cocoaheads (http://cocoaheads.org/)? CocoaHeads is a group devoted to discussion of Apple Computer's Cocoa Framework for programming on MacOS X and iOS (including the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch). During monthly meetings, members present on their projects and offer tutorials on various programming topics. What is BuckeyeCocoa (http://buckeyecocoa.org/)? BuckeyeCocoa is a group of Objective-C/Swift developers/enthusiasts. We host monthly Cocoaheads and near-weekly NSCoder meetings in Columbus, Ohio. The meetings are free to attend. Presentations! Presenters welcome! We are always in need of people willing to present material. Any Swift and/or Objective-C related topic is welcome. Times can be 5 minutes (i.e. lightning talks) to a maximum of 2 hours. Interested? Contact info is on the BuckeyeCocoa website. To volunteer for a presentation contact us at @BuckeyeCocoa on Twitter. Follow us on Twitter! @BuckeyeCocoa (https://twitter.com/#!/Buckeyecocoa/) For more information: http://buckeyecocoa.org/

**Google Analytics Alternatives** Is it finally time to make the switch away from Google Analytics? Two-and-a-half years ago Jason Packer asked this question at Columbus Web Analytics Wednesday. Since then: Google’s Universal Analytics has been sunset, we’ve changed our name to Columbus Data & Analytics Wednesday, and Jason has released two editions of his book “Google Analytics Alternatives”. Fresh off the release of the 2nd edition of his book, we thought it was time to re-open this conversation. While people love to complain about it, GA’s market share has remained relatively constant (at least in the United States). Why is that? You won’t find any complaints about GA4 in this talk, but rather an overview of what’s currently available in the market and how to frame your decision-making process. We’ll also be giving out some free copies of Jason’s book! So even if you’ve got a “GA4Lyfe” tattoo (no judgement), there’s free books to go with the free pizza and beer. 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)