UX Design

Liebe Zürcher WordPress Community Wir freuen uns, euch im Juni bei Liip zu treffen. Unser Programm: **19:00 - 19:30 Erster Vortrag** **WordPress an der Hochschule – Herausforderungen einer offenen Wissensplattform- Cinzia Gabellini** Die Hochschule Luzern betreibt eine WordPress‑Plattform mit dem Anspruch, Dozierenden und Studierenden eine offene Wissensplattform bereitzustellen. Sie ermöglicht einen niedrigschwelligen Zugang zu einem eigenen digitalen Raum, um Wissen sichtbar zu machen und zu teilen. Grundlage dafür ist die Multisite‑Funktion von WordPress: Sie erlaubt individuelle Blogs, erlaubt mehrere Autor:innen und unterstützt die digitale Selbstbestimmung der Nutzer:innen. Im Unterschied zu klassischen Lernmanagement‑Systemen, die zentral gesteuert und auf geschlossene Nutzerkreise ausgerichtet sind, setzt unsere WordPress‑Plattform auf Offenheit und Eigenverantwortung. Dieser Ansatz bringt besondere Herausforderungen in der Verwaltung von Nutzenden und Blogs mit sich. In der Präsentation stelle ich das Konzept der Blog-Plattform vor und zeige, wie wir diesen Herausforderungen in der Praxis begegnen. Du erfährst dabei, * wie der User Lifecycle zweckvoll umgesetzt werden kann, * nach welchen Kriterien und wie Blogs weitergeführt oder archiviert werden, und * wie die Sichtbarkeit von Blogs je nach Nutzungskontext eingestellt werden kann. Über Cinzia Gabellini [Cinzia Gabellini](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cinzia-gabellini/) ist Spezialistin für digitale Lehre an der Hochschule Luzern. Mit ihrer Expertise in E-Learning und Erwachsenenbildung unterstützt sie Dozierende bei der Umsetzung nachhaltiger digitaler Lernszenarien sowie bei der Weiterentwicklung ihrer didaktischen Ansätze. Zudem betreut sie die «WordPress-Plattform Lehre» als Teil der Lehr- und Lerninfrastruktur. **19:30 - 20:00 Zweiter Vortrag:** **WordPress und React: Die Kombination in der Praxis - und was dabei gelernt wurde** Die Kombination aus WordPress und React mag technisch, aufwendig und für manche unmöglich klingen. Manchmal ist sie aber die eleganteste Lösung im Raum. Noemi Frischknecht, UX Designerin und Entwicklerin teilt in diesem Vortrag ihre Erfahrung mit genau dieser Kombination. Anhand echter Projektbeispiele zeigt sie, wann und warum hybride Setups entstanden sind, welche Vor- und Nachteile sie mitbringen, wo Reibung entstehen kann und weshalb die Kombination für sie als UX Designerin & Entwicklerin persönlich besonders wertvoll ist. Noemi ist nicht nur in der Entwicklung zu Hause und freut sich, diese Thematik für alle zugänglich zu machen. Der Vortrag richtet sich darum wirklich an alle, die in irgendeiner Form mit WordPress-Projekten zu tun haben. Technisches Vorwissen zu React ist nicht nötig - technisches Interesse erhofft sie sich durch den Vortrag zu wecken. Tips wohin mit diesem Interesse sind in der Teilnahme inbegriffen. Verbinde dich mit [Noemi Frischknecht](https://www.linkedin.com/in/noemi-frischknecht/) **20:00 - 21:00 Networking** Wir freuen uns auf euch! \-\-\- **Über WordPress Zürich** Das Meetup wird organsiert von: [Sandra Deppner](https://ch.linkedin.com/in/sandra-depner/en), [Jasmine Carballo](https://www.future-advice.ch/), [Nick Weisser](https://www.openstream.ch/), [Martin Sauter](https://www.metoki.ch/angebot/wordpress-support/) und [Corina Burri](https://corinaburri.com/de/wordpress-seo-beratung/). Wir sind freiwillige WordPress-Enthusiast\*innen aus der Region. Wir freuen uns, euch persönlich kennen zu lernen. Möchtet ihr euer Wissen mit der Community teilen? Wir suchen immer spannende Speakerinnen und Speaker für die kommenden Anlässe. Erst Vortragende willkommen! Gerne hier das [Pitch-Formular ](https://wpzurich.ch/topics/)ausfüllen. Wir sehen uns bei Liip! Jasmine, Sandra, Martin, Dani, Corina, Nick

**🌙**Calm your mind, body & nervous system through breath and music🎶 🎟 Entry: **Free** 🗓 Date: **Monday evening, 22.06** 🕗 Time: **19:30 – 21:00** 📍 Location: **[ANNTIN studio,](https://maps.app.goo.gl/V3Ym1aCMCZRgygxeA)**[ ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/V3Ym1aCMCZRgygxeA)**[Glattbrugg train station](https://maps.app.goo.gl/V3Ym1aCMCZRgygxeA)** (10 min from HB, 7 min from Hardbrücke, 2 min from Oerlikon) ⸻ **What to expect** 🕙 **19:30 – 19:45:** Arrival & welcome 🌬️ **19:45 – 20:30:** Breathwork session with live music **🌙** **20:30 – 21:00:** Connecting with others in the chill area ⸻ Guided by sound, you will move through a short breathwork journey using conscious connected breathing, designed to help you release tension, slow down and return into a calm, clear state. The session is designed to shift you out of the busy day and into deep relaxation with carefully selected music to support your nervous system and body. After the session, we take time to land, connect and integrate in a calm, grounded atmosphere. 🎟 The breathwork is free, however if you want to support the owners of [ANNTIN studio](https://www.anntin.ch/), simply order a hot drink after breathwork 🍵 ⚠️ Limited spots available - join the event to save your spot ⚠️⚠️Please cancel if you know you can't come, it will give chance to others to enjoy the event. In case of any questions contact us here: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/CSCUj3b814E7OagroDneOO?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CSCUj3b814E7OagroDneOO?mode=gi_t)

**Think you know your World Cups? 🌍⚽** Join us for a ***FREE* fun quiz** night covering the l**ast 5 FIFA World Cups, from Germany 2006 to Qatar 2022**. Expect football trivia, team challenges, prizes, laughs, and a great pub atmosphere. 🏆 **Win vouchers, drinks, and more** 🍺 Cozy Irish pub setting ⚽ ***Football fans and casual fans welcome*** 🎟️ Free entry Reserve your spot and bring your A-game! ⚽🍀 [Reservation Link : ](https://www.coopers-pub.ch/) Lets Gooooo !!!!!

Sessions of **individual runic readings** are available for beginners all along summer, both online (75 CHF) and offline in Zurich (100 CHF). These sessions are **NOT** esoteric or divinatory. We're approaching runes as **a symbolic system of archetypes** to examine any situation or question that is currently relevant to you. *If you feel stuck in a situation and cannot see a way forward, are facing a difficult decision, navigating a period of uncertainty, or trying to understand a recurring pattern in your life, a runic reading may offer a different perspective.* **You will receive:** • a clearer and systemic understanding of what is actually happening; • insight into hidden influences affecting the situation; • a better understanding of why certain difficulties keep repeating; • greater clarity around available options and their likely consequences; • practical ideas for what to do next. For registration and payment details, send me a direct message or fill in this form [The Alchemist Lab - Contact](https://alchemistlab.ch/Contact)

**What this is** A high-signal networking night for founders, developers, operators, and ambitious future founders exploring how AI can help build, run, and grow a business. Bring a concrete challenge, a workflow, or an idea you want to sharpen, and leave with practical insights, fresh perspectives, and a few strong new connections. **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 welcome 19:30 open discussion on AI for Business, tools, workflows, and real use cases 20:30 open networking until 22:00 **How we roll** Practical, thoughtful, and high-trust conversation. Less hype, more substance. No pitch theater, no guru performance, just real people sharing useful ideas on how AI can create leverage in business. **Who this is for** Developers, startup founders, business owners, solo builders, and aspiring founders who want to use AI in a smart, strategic, and genuinely useful way. **Bring** A real question, a current business challenge, or one AI use case you want to explore, plus a positive mindset. **Food and drinks** Order food and drinks with the waitresses whenever you like. **LINKS** Community Owner’s Direct (All Infos & Questions): Alessandro +41 76 279 32 84 WhatsApp Group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/DCSSmdHj7xr6F39ZAAWubX](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DCSSmdHj7xr6F39ZAAWubX) Financial Network Zurich: [https://www.meetup.com/entrepreneurs-focus-and-network-workshop/](https://www.meetup.com/entrepreneurs-focus-and-network-workshop/) Founder’s Links (Alessandro): [https://linktr.ee/alessandronfthyme](https://linktr.ee/alessandronfthyme)

*«The creative and UX industry is changing fast. Roles are shifting, tools are evolving, expectations are rising, and many people are asking what their skills will be worth in the future.»* **This evening is not a classic Last Thursday Talk.** UX Schweiz and Syndicom invite the community to **a workshop and open exchange** for people working in UX, design, research, strategy, communication and related creative fields. The focus is especially on people at the beginning of their careers, people in transition, and everyone currently asking: **What does the future of our work actually look like?** We want to create a space for hopes, concerns, changing roles, useful skills, new tools, AI, career paths and possible forms of support within the community. Uncertainty is allowed, but we do not want to stay stuck in fear. The evening starts with a short input by **[Pascal Geronimi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pascal-geronimi-5112b324/).** After that, we will work in small groups: collecting thoughts, clustering topics, discussing what matters most, and sharing key insights. Together, we want to explore: * What currently gives us hope? * What feels uncertain or worrying? * How are roles, tools and expectations changing? * Which skills and mindsets might become more important? * What kind of support could UX Schweiz, Syndicom or the wider community offer? **This is an experimental format.** Because this is a workshop-style event, **places are limited**. Please only register if you are quite sure you can attend. If your plans change, please cancel your RSVP so someone else can join. **Format** * Short intro input * Small-group exchange * Shared takeaways in the plenum * Optional informal drinks afterwards nearby **A small question before you come** You do not need to prepare anything. But take a moment to think about this: ***When you think about the future of your work: what gives you hope, and what makes you unsure?*** **Practical information** • The event will be held in English. • The number of participants is limited. • Please arrive a few minutes early so we can start on time.

\*\***Please RSVP on our official Friends of Figma page:** [https://friends.figma.com/events/details/figma-zurich-presents-zurich-config-watch-party-2026/cohost-zurich/](https://friends.figma.com/events/details/figma-zurich-presents-zurich-config-watch-party-2026/cohost-zurich/)\*\* Config 2026, but together ✨📺 For our next Friends of Figma Zurich meetup, we’re going to On Labs Zurich for a live watch party for Figma Config 2026! Join us for an evening of big announcements, new product drops, design conversations and all the moments that make the Figma community collectively lose its mind a little. We’ll stream the keynote live, hang out, react in real time and spend the evening with fellow designers and creative folks from around Zurich. ⏰ Important:
Doors open at 17:30. As the livestream starts at 18:00, there won’t be anyone at the entrance from 17:55 onwards, so please arrive before then to avoid interruptions during the stream. 📍 Location On Labs, Zürich (Förrlibuckstrasse 190) 🕒 Time 24 June 2026 (Wednesday)
Doors open: 17:30 - 17:55
Stream starts: 18:00
Wrap-up around 21:00 🥤 Snacks & drinks We’ll have drinks and snacks ready to keep everyone comfy throughout the evening. 💬 Why join? Because design is better shared. And it’s a good excuse to meet thoughtful, curious people who care about the same things you do. 🎟️ Spots Limited capacity, grab a ticket once registrations open: [https://friends.figma.com/events/details/figma-zurich-presents-zurich-config-watch-party-2026/cohost-zurich/](https://friends.figma.com/events/details/figma-zurich-presents-zurich-config-watch-party-2026/cohost-zurich/)

**Live stream and very limited on-site seats available.** **Please use the registration page to join:** **[REGISTRATION PAGE](https://content.software-leader.com/juval-talk-june-2026)** **Topic: Architect in the Age of AI** **In short:** AI code generation presents businesses with a critical challenge: how to benefit from AI code generation, while containing the cost of AI. By default, AI generates very complex code that is not reusable, and it lacks design integrity. The cost of ownership of this code could exceed by multiples the cost of human-generated code. Instead of gains, developers experience strains trying to understand what the AI has generated. Companies now transition from AI euphoria to AI spaghetti. Throttling back token spending does not address the underlying complexity. In this dense session Juval explains what AI is doing wrong, and what businesses are doing wrong trying to leverage AI. Juval will then discuss the crucial role of the architect in unleashing the productivity gains of AI, using the best practices of software engineering. You will see how to future-proof your career, how to avoid being a casualty of AI, and how to be indispensable to your business, saving it from out of-control AI spending and complexity. Juval Löwy is the founder of IDesign and a master software architect. Over the past 20 years, Juval has led the industry with some of his ideas such as microservices – serving as the foundation of software design and development. Juval has mentored thousands of architects across the globe, sharing his insights, techniques, and breakthroughs, and has helped hundreds of companies meet their commitments. Juval participated in the Microsoft internal strategic design reviews and is a frequent speaker at major international software development conferences. He is the author of several bestsellers, his latest book being Righting Software. **Host:** This free lecture is hosted by [Software Leader](https://www.software-leader.com). We help architects to become better technical leaders. **Live stream and very limited on-site seats available.** **Please use the registration page to join:** **[REGISTRATION PAGE](https://content.software-leader.com/juval-talk-june-2026)** Seats are limited. Therefore, kindly let us know in advance if you cannot make it. We look forward to seeing you at the free lecture.

An der OST Rapperswil, Zimmer 1.262, [siehe hier](https://geometalab.gitlab.io/campus-maps-with-openstreetmap/ifs-campus-map/?search=way/902580361) (Öffentlicher Anlass) **Worum geht’s?** Wir treffen uns regelmässig als Community of Practice rund um **Software Crafting** – sauberes Design, TDD, Pairing, CI/CD, Observability, Security by Design, kontinuierliches Lernen, Erfahrungsautausch und diverses mehr. Dieses Treffen ist hands-on und praxisnah, ideal für Einsteigerinnen und Profis. **Fokus dieses Mal** Collaborative Modelling & Strategic Domain-Driven Design Bei der Entwicklung komplexer Softwaresysteme ist das fachliche Wissen meist über viele Personen verteilt: Domänenexperten, Product Owner, Entwickler, UX, Betrieb oder Management betrachten dieselbe Realität oft aus unterschiedlichen Perspektiven. Ohne ein gemeinsames Verständnis der Domäne entstehen leicht Missverständnisse, Anforderungen werden nicht für alle Beteiligten zufriedenstellend umgesetzt oder es entsteht unnötige Komplexität. Collaborative Modelling (CoMo) umfasst eine Reihe Workshop-basierter Techniken, mit denen Teams Domänen gemeinsam erkunden und modellieren können. Im Mittelpunkt stehen dabei Kommunikation, gemeinsames Lernen und die Entwicklung einer gemeinsamen Sprache (Ubiquitous Language). In diesem Workshop nutzen wir Event Storming, um anhand eines Beispielszenarios fachliche Abläufe, Ereignisse, Regeln und Verantwortlichkeiten sichtbar zu machen. Darauf aufbauend lernen wir das DDD-Konzept der "Bounded Contexts" kennen und identifizieren mögliche Kontextgrenzen im Beispielszenario. Anschliessend betrachten wir weitere strategische Patterns des Domain-Driven Design (DDD) und diskutieren, wie sie bei der Gestaltung fachlicher und organisatorischer Grenzen helfen. Der Fokus liegt nicht auf formalen Notationen oder Dokumentation, sondern auf dem gemeinsamen Verständnis einer Domäne als Grundlage für Architektur- und Designentscheidungen; insbesondere für die Zerlegung komplexer Systeme in Komponenten, Module oder (Micro-)Services. 👉 **Themenliste & Voting:** [Themenliste](https://github.com/Software-Crafters-Meetup/Software-Crafters/blob/main/themenliste.md) Trage dein Thema ein und vote mit. **Ablauf** Wir werden Pizza bestellen. **Mitbringen** \- Laptop **Code of Conduct** Wir pflegen einen respektvollen Umgang, teilen Wissen offen und geben konstruktives Feedback. Kein Gatekeeping, kein Verkaufs-Pitch. **Fragen?** Melde dich via Issue/Discussion oder per Mail an *mail@marcokuoni.ch* Wir freuen uns auf dich – und auf deine Themenideen!

**📢 Einladung zum Besuch der UBS gemeinsam mit FORE Zürich 🏡🍷** Liebe Immobilien-Enthusiasten Wir laden euch herzlich zum nächsten **FORE Zürich Immobilien-Event** ein! 🚀 Egal, ob ihr Investoren, Entwickler, Architekten oder einfach an der Zukunft der Immobilienbranche interessiert seid – dieser Vortrag bietet die perfekte Gelegenheit für Austausch, Networking und spannende Diskussionen. **📍 Location:** Uetlibergstrasse 221 **📅 Datum & Uhrzeit:** 25.06.2026 ab 17:45 Uhr **Was euch erwartet:** An diesem exklusivem FORE Event werden wir einen Vortrag anhören der die Frage behandelt, ob sich Investitionen in Top-Lagen lohnen. Der Referent für diesen Abend ist Herr Dr. Matthias Holzhey, CIO Head of Swiss Real Estate im GWM. Nach dem Vortrag ist jeder Teilnehmer dazu eingeladen, an der UBS eigenen Bar im selben Gebäude noch ein paar Drinks zu nehmen. Get-together ist um 17:45 Uhr, damit um 18:00 Uhr pünktlich der Vortrag beginnen kann. ✅ Informelle Gespräche über aktuelle Trends & Entwicklungen in der Immobilienbranche ✅ Networking mit Experten & Gleichgesinnten ✅ Ideen, Insights & Inspiration für eure eigenen Projekte Lasst uns gemeinsam über die Zukunft des Immobilienmarktes diskutieren und neue Perspektiven entdecken. Wir freuen uns auf einen inspirierenden Abend mit euch! Beste Grüsse Euer FORE-Team (Elisabeth, Loic & Andreas)

Greetings Analytics & AI Dreamers! Get ready for another round of analytics inspiration at IBM TechXchange Switzerland - Analytics & AI Lounge 11.0! **AI** or **agents** or **Analytics** is your topic? **Even not yet being skilled in these topics or being an IBM client: COME and JOIN our community for learning and exchanging! In this release we show the latest and greatest developments in Analytics & AI.** Join us for another round of thrilling discussions, mind-blowing insights, and an opportunity to connect with other data lovers. We promise an engaging experience where analytics & AI enthusiasts come together to explore the depths of: * **Hot topic 1: Boost your Planning Analytics with MCP components:** Create assistants and agents only with developer skills? Not anymore! Use MCP as an open standard that acts like a universal "USB-C port" for AI * **Hot topic 2: Enrich your AI with real time data:** Data streaming platforms can securely and scalable scalable transport continuous data streams in milliseconds and are the foundation of modern, AI-powered applications. A short live demo based on Apache Kafka (Confluent) demonstrates how stream processing and AI can efficiently transform complex data streams in real time. **Lounge Logistics:** * *Date:* June 25th, 2026 * *Time:* 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (2x 45 minutes of analytics & AI excitement, followed by a delightful Apero) * *Place:* IBM location, Vulkanstrasse 106, 8010 Zurich, 4th floor (registration & welcome 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM) * *Format:* In-person * ***MANDATORY***\* because of logistics: please **register** also on the IBM page to plan building entrance and the Apero\*: [here](https://www.ibm.com/events/reg/flow/ibm/18E5HXMB/landing/page/landing) Don't miss this opportunity to increase your analytics & AI skills, share insights, and connect with like-minded professionals. Secure your spot now for an evening filled with laughter, learning, and a renewed appreciation for making numbers fun! For those unable to attend, no worries! Simply drop us an email, and we'll promptly provide you with a recording of the session. Mark your calendars, reserve your spot, and get ready for another round of analytics awesomeness. Let's make IBM TechXchange Switzerland - Analytics Lounge 11.0 even more spectacular than the first ten! Please use addit. this link [here](https://www.ibm.com/events/reg/flow/ibm/18E5HXMB/landing/page/landing)[ ](https://www.ibm.com/events/reg/flow/ibm/FLO8EBMB/landing/page/landing)to register in parallel on the IBM-page. See you there, ready to dream data once again!

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code* Visual Studio Code is one of the most widely used development environments today, and much of its flexibility comes from its extension ecosystem. Extensions allow developers to customize the editor with new features, integrations, and workflow improvements tailored to their needs. In this session, we’ll cover what extensions are and the different types available, including full extensions written in TypeScript or JavaScript, along with lighter-weight extensions such as color themes, language packs, language support, code snippets, and keymaps. We’ll also look at practical reasons a developer might create an extension, from automating repetitive tasks to adding custom tooling. The session includes a hands-on walkthrough of creating a new extension, testing it locally, and understanding the basic project structure. We’ll close with a brief overview of how extensions are packaged and published to the Visual Studio Marketplace and other distribution options. **YouTube Link** TBD

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

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

## Candle Making Night at The Arcane Foundry \| Design Your Own Custom Candle **SPECIAL PROMOTION**: Buy 3 and get 1 Free! Step into The Arcane Foundry and create your own custom candle from start to finish. This is a laid back, hands-on experience where **you’ll blend fragrances, choose your vessel, and pour your own candle using 100% soy wax**. Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, it’s designed to be simple, creative, and a good time. We’ll walk you through the entire process, from picking your scents to choosing between a traditional cotton wick or a crackling wood wick. You can go with one fragrance or mix your own blend to create something completely unique**. No experience needed**, just show up and we’ll handle the rest. While your candle sets, feel free to hang out, play a game, explore the shop, or just relax and talk. Drinks and snacks are available, and the atmosphere leans into the **fantasy**, **dark academia**, and **gothic horror** vibe The Arcane Foundry is known for. Learn More: [Candle Making in Columbus, Ohio at The Arcane Foundry](https://thearcanefoundry.com/candle-making/) *** ### What to Expect: * Guided candle making experience * Choose your own vessel, wax, wick, and fragrance * 100% soy wax candles * Optional drinks and snacks * Time to relax while your candle cools *** ### Important Notes: * Please arrive on time so we can start together * Candles will need time to set before taking home * This is a beginner-friendly event *** ### RSVP Required Reserve your spot on Meetup to lock in your seat. **Candle Making** (includes vessel, your choice of wick, wax, scented oil, labels and lids) 5oz Glass Jars $15 8oz Candle Tins $25 12oz Glass Candles $35 12oz Amber Jars $40 16 oz Skull or Jack o Lantern Candle Mugs $65 (Limited Edition!) **All materials included. You just bring yourself (and your drink of choice).** **Payments accepted:** * Credit Card * Venmo: @Daclaud-Lee * Cashapp: $DaclaudL

Do **NOT** sign up to this one and sign-up at https://www.meetup.com/columbusjs/events/313386504/ ======================================= A hand tracker gives you joints, not a gesture. This talk shows how you get from raw joints to a "thumbs-up" in Unity: the pipeline that cleans up the data, how a gesture becomes a few 0-to-1 values within tolerance, and why orientation matters as much as finger shape. Includes a live demo of tuning gesture thresholds. Food and drinks will be available. **LOCATION:** 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 **FREE PARKING:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017

**PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT NOTES:** 1. The dates for this series are simply placeholders at the moment. We are working on our 2026 schedule, and adjustments are forthcoming. 2. Each class in this series has an attendance fee. 3. Each class from BOTH a sign-up and fee perspective is a separate entity. **Introduction:** Our Page Building with Bricks web development class provides detailed instruction for using Bricks Builder, a visual site builder for WordPress, to create and manage websites. Widely considered by many of the world's leading web developers to be the most complete page builder on the market today, Bricks Builder offers a wide range of features and comprehensive tools. Our Bricks Builder web development class provides detailed instructions on utilizing the toolset. The series of courses covers the core features of Bricks Builder, enabling users to design and develop responsive, visually appealing websites. Moreover, the courses are oriented to reinforce a focus on professional, scalable web development. Throughout the series, we focus our page-building instruction on the semantic and structural integrity of the pages in a responsive world. By the end of the 10-class series, participants will have a fundamental understanding of proper web page and website development. **The breakdown of the 10-class series is as follows:** * Class 01 - Survey of Page Builders / What Bricksbuilder Does For You * Class 02 - Boxes, Boxes, Boxes / Sections / Containers * Class 03 - Static Units / Relative Units / Responsive Development And Math Functions * Class 04 - CSS Variables And DRY Development / Classes And Global Styling * Class 05 - CSS Grid And CSS Flexbox * Class 06 - Responsive Development / Breakpoints And Media Queries * Class 07 - Effective Use Of Color / Effective Use Of Images * Class 08 - Beginning To Think Dynamically / Using Templates And Components * Class 09 - Dynamic Styling / Data Attributes And Attribute Selectors * Class 10 - Pseudo Elements / Programmatically Styling With Pseudo Classes Throughout the class sessions listed above, we cover the following key areas of web development with Bricks Builder: * **Introduction to Bricks Builder Interface:** * Familiarization with the builder's layout, including the toolbar, panel, and canvas, and understanding how to navigate and interact with its various components. * **Visual Site Building:** * Techniques for creating layouts using Bricks' drag-and-drop interface, incorporating sections, rows, columns, and elements to build page structures. * **Styling and Design:** * Utilizing Bricks' styling options to customize elements, apply global CSS classes for consistent design, and leverage features like Flexbox and CSS Grid for responsive layouts. * **Dynamic Content and Custom Fields:** * Integrating dynamic content from custom post types and custom field plugins (like ACF, Meta Box) to build data-driven websites. * **Template Building:** * Creating and managing reusable templates for headers, footers, post type layouts, and other site-wide elements. * **Performance Optimization:** * Understanding how Bricks Builder contributes to fast-loading websites and implementing performance best practices. * **Advanced Features:** * Depending on the class level, it might delve into advanced topics such as conditional logic, interactions, and custom code integration to enable more complex functionality. The series aims to equip participants with the skills to efficiently build, customize, and maintain WordPress websites using Bricks Builder, catering to both beginners and experienced web developers.

Most people still use AI like a search box: type one question, get one answer, repeat. But the next step is AI agents: systems that can take a goal, break it into steps, use tools, remember context, and produce useful work for a human to review. In this beginner-friendly session, we’ll demystify what AI agents actually are — without hype or jargon. We’ll walk through practical examples of how agents can help with research, planning, writing, coding, operations, and personal productivity. We’ll cover: * What makes an AI “agent” instead of just a chatbot * How agents break tasks into steps * Where agents are genuinely useful today * Where they fail, hallucinate, or need human review * How to design simple AI workflows for your own work * A live demo of an AI agent-style workflow from start to finish No coding experience required. This is for anyone who wants to understand where AI tools are going and how to use them more effectively right now. LOGISTICS AND PARKING: The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks! The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.