Video Game Development

Hey everyone ;) Join our next Unreal User Group Vienna Meetup on Tuesday, March 17 at 18:30. Please cancel your reservation if you registered but can't make it. Talk: Sharing Memories from the Global Game Jam 2026by Thomas Fürst, Nana Zhang, Florin Gorgos, and Clemens Scharfen Check out our GGJ26 Game Page: Racoon Saloon. The event is sponsored by the TU Wien Alumni Club (thank you very much!) and will take place at their facilities. The address is, Resselgasse 5, 1040, Vienna, easily accessible via the underground (U1, U2, U4) stop Karlsplatz, exit Resselpark. Take the front entry and ring the bell at the Alumni Club Store. Please note that we are guests at their office, so please treat the space and everyone there with respect and care. If you want to do a talk, please let us know. Also, feel free to bring your laptop or handheld to show and talk about your Unreal project, problems you deal with, or recent learnings. (An HDMI cable will be provided.)
Afterwards we plan to move on to have a drink and enjoy the rest of the evening. There can be 17 participants per meetup, due to a limitation of space. If you reserved your spot and can‘t make it, don‘t worry, but please cancel your reservation to allow others to come instead. The Meetup is free of charge. If you follow us to a public space for drinks afterwards, please make sure to pay what you consumed at the pub / restaurant.
 We speak 🇦🇹 and 🇬🇧. Consider joining the TU Wien Alumni Club. You don‘t have to have studied there to become a part of their professional network: https://www.tualumni.at/mitglied-werden Consider joining the „Unreal Usergroup Vienna“ Discord Server to stay in touch and connected with each other: https://discord.gg/xvaQKKjuBA Agenda --- Speakers Thomas Fürst - Simuverse (Technical Artist) Thomas Fürst is a Technical Artist with focus on procedural workflows and realtime VFX. He currently works on simulation games at Simuverse and has previously contributed to several VR and AR experiences as a freelancer. Nana Zhang - TU Vienna (MSc Student) Renate „Nana“ Zhang is currently a Master of Science student in Media and Human-Centered Computing at the Technical University of Vienna and a prospecting PhD Student at Aarhus University in Denmark. Her research focuses on designing better and more intuitive interaction systems for Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR) environments. Florin Gorgos Florin Gorgos is a composer and music producer from Vienna who works at the intersection of music and technology—with projects such as GrooveDeck (Sony CSL, CultTech), iGhosts (AR), and work in film music and advertising (Red Bull, Symphonic Peaks II, among others). Clemens Scharfen - Snap Inc (Software Engineer) Clemens is an experienced C++ engineer with a passion for cutting edge technologies focusing on AR & VR. Currently he is a software engineer at Snap Inc, where he works on the Specs AR Glasses. In the past decade he worked in the field of game development and media art, mainly working on VR games and experiences using Unreal Engine and Unity. He is always interested in learning new things … Hosted By Clemens Scharfen, Senior Game Programmer Clemens is an experienced C++ engineer with a passion for cutting edge technologies focusing on AR & VR. Currently he is a software engineer at Snap Inc, where he works on the Specs AR Glasses. In the past decade he worked in the field of game development and media art, mainly working on VR games and experiences using Unreal Engine and Unity. He is always interested in learning new things and sharing his knowledge. Complete your event RSVP here: https://communities.unrealengine.com/events/details/epic-games-vienna-presents-unreal-meetup-march-2026/.

Welcome to our next **on site** meetup! **AWS Community GameDay Europe is coming to Vienna!** We will join \~56 User Groups across Europe for a unique event: an international, synchronized AWS Community GameDay, powered by the European AWS community. Join us for an intense evening combining learning, collaboration, and competition — get hands-on with AI, security and cloud-native challenges — no slides, no tutorials. This large-scale, synchronized event is a unique opportunity to test your AWS skills in a fun, engaging, and hands-on environment. Come with a friend, a team, or solo — we'll form teams of 2 to 4 people on site. **What is an AWS GameDay?** A gamified learning event where participants are challenged to use AWS solutions to solve real-world technical problems as a team. Unlike traditional workshops, GameDays are open-ended and non-prescriptive, giving participants the freedom to explore and think outside the box. **🔧 Practical information** * Teams: 2 to 4 players — come with your team or we'll form one on site * Equipment: Your trusty laptop (internet connection provided) * Food & drinks: Snacks, beverages, and pizza * AWS account: Provided on site, no personal account required * Game duration: Around 2 hours of competition between local and international teams * Timing: This is a synchronized international event connected via a shared live stream across all participating locations. To ensure a smooth experience, the GameDay will start on time. **🎯 Who is this for?** The event is open to anyone with a general knowledge of AWS — no expert level required! **🕒 Agenda** * 17:00 – 17:30: Arrival & Doors Open * 17:30 – 18:00: Team formation * 18:00 – 18:20: GameDay introduction on the stream * 18:20 – 20:30: Game play * 20:30 – 20:45: European closing ceremony — prizes for the top teams * 20:45: Local closing - Open End Check all participating User Groups here: [https://www.awsgameday.eu/](https://www.awsgameday.eu/) **🤝 Join the community** Follow us on LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/aws-user-group-vienna/](https://www.linkedin.com/company/aws-user-group-vienna/) **🎉 Sponsorship** We're thrilled to be hosted and sponsored by **[Raiffeisen Informatik GmbH & Co KG](https://www.raiffeiseninformatik.at/)** **🎥 Photo & video recordings** Photos and recordings taken during the event may be used for future promotional purposes. We look forward to seeing many of you there! *Your AWS Community Vienna team* Linda, Philipp, Roman, Jakob and Dmytro *** **With your RSVP you confirm, that you agree to our [code of conduct](http://aws-meetup-vie.s3-website.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/AWS_Meetup_Vienna-Code_Of_Conduct.pdf)**

Things to know before playing: Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls; We play Tuesday Night Football (outdoor only) . We play 90 minutes (kick off is at 20:30, and we meet at least 15 minutes before for a warm up phase). Post-Corona football matches are most likely between 14-16 and 28-32 players. If you would like to join please bring artificial turf shoes (like the ones for indoor turf) and shin pads (not mandatory but definitely recommendable). All I ask is that you come with a good mood, be respectful to everyone, and pay online using the link below. [Tuesday Night via FOOTxp football website](https://footballexperiences.net/kickaball/p/tuesdaynightfootball/) **Other methods for payments.** **Erste Bank Transfer**: **Sorin-Florian Brici** **AT27 2011 1829 5564 7001** **\*[Revolut](https://revolut.me/brici)** \- Recommended\! **\* [Wise](https://wise.com/pay/me/sorinb256)** \- Also recommended\! **\*[Paypal](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/sorinSocial/)** \- Please use non\-Commercial product We play light: no sliding, hard tackling, fighting, screaming, & hopefully no injuries. We need to respect current regulations in Vienna, Austria. The main priorities are to have fun and being safe. The drinks are relatively free after the game in the local pub, served to those who have shown fantastic football fair-play skills. We will confirm the location, the pitches, and the dressing room numbers via our dedicated Football WhatsApp group/s. Keep an eye out for the group messages. See you all soon. Sorin SMS/ WhatsApp +43 6764276984 (please ask to be added to our football groups). We will probably need to confirm your presence if you are coming for the first or second time. Important management rule: **\> "No shows" are penalized with 10€ fee\. Please remove your name from the list at least SIX\!\!\! \(6\) HOURS before the event\.** Book a place via FootballExperiences.NET using this link [FOOTxp](https://footballexperiences.net/kickaball/) One small final note: Please avoid trying to take justice in your hands. If someone is talking bad, complaining, insulting someone, fouling on purpose or committing the usual football shenanigans, please let the organizers know. Measures will be taken, we assure you. Any misbehavior on your part, such as responding in an obscene way, fighting, or leaving the pitch is not a practical and diplomatic way of resolving the issues (it tends to create more tension and cause more problems). Let’s be respectful and mature and try to enjoy the game we all love. That’s why we’re all here. Get to know people from all over the world and have fun! Thank you. Sorin

This **special edition** looks at OpenClaw in the context of vibecoding, product prototyping, and real-world use cases. The goal is to offer a **broad and balanced perspective** on the topic: * three in-depth talks sharing real-life examples and concrete workflows The session is designed to be **accessible for newcomers**, while still providing **depth and practical value** for people already working with AI tools. **Location:** Walls.io Vienna Office **How to get there:** Schönbrunner Strasse 213-215 (close to U4/U6 Längenfeldgasse). Follow the Meetup-Signs! Enter the inner yard through the gas-station, then go up to the 3rd floor! ([https://share.freshvanroot.com/LBYdlr3Z](https://share.freshvanroot.com/LBYdlr3Z)) **Date**: March 17 ### **Agenda: TBA** ### **Speakers:** [Thomas Kriebernegg](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kriebernegg/) **\- From Bot to Business Brain: Building My Personal AI HQ with OpenClaw** Thomas’s AI agent runs 25+ tasks in the background handling his daily marketing, growth, and trading tasks — all orchestrated through a personal AI setup he calls his HQ. He'll walk through how it evolved, what it actually does, and one side effect worth mentioning: his AI agent Alex ended up building a small course (content, frontend, backend, payments) that's now selling on its own. **[Florian Beer](https://www.linkedin.com/in/florianbeer/)** - **My AI Knows My Fridge** "Bot Appetit" — What happens when you teach your AI assistant to handle your food? A look behind the scenes of custom-built skills, reverse-engineered APIs, and a bot that's slowly getting to know my fridge better than I do. **[Clemens Helm](https://www.linkedin.com/in/clemenshelm/)** - **From Side Project to Enterprise Platform** Taking OpenClaw from Personal Setup to Team Product Clemens is building Pinchy (**[heypinchy.com](https://heypinchy.com/)**), an open-source platform that brings OpenClaw to teams: multi-user support, agent permissions, audit trails, the full enterprise package. Fully vibe-coded, publicly documented from day one, 17 days in and 300+ commits deep. He'll walk through how a personal OpenClaw setup evolves into a product built for organizations and give a live demo of where it stands today. ### **Want to speak at our next event?** **Apply** ➡️ [https://forms.gle/z3GwEheRycJGMfZ6A](https://forms.gle/z3GwEheRycJGMfZ6A)

Welcome to **Execution with Style**, a weekly co-working lab for freelancers, creators, founders, and builders who want structure, accountability, and real momentum. We combine **deep focus + small-group pressure + a playful self-expression twist**. When we wear something unusual, we step outside our normal identity. That’s when creativity becomes easier. 📲 **Want reminders or to connect with others before/after?** Join our [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K6LidaoQhe16wZ0Se9pNM6), Keep contact via [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nocrastinationclub/) **Execution with Style** 👗🧥✨ Each session, you’re invited to wear **clothes that you don’t normally wear**. Something expressive. Something bold. Something unusual. **Examples:** * the jacket that never leaves your closet * something colorful or dramatic * something funny / absurd * something you “could never pull off”… until today No pressure — but if you join in, be ready to share the story behind it. **Self-expression + execution = momentum.** **Location** * Our weekly co-working sessions take place at creative, cozy hotel lobby **Jaz in the City in central Vienna**. * Regular participants may also be privately invited to occasional **Skyscraper Secret Sessions** — spontaneous small-group co-working gatherings at a private skyline location with **free tea & coffee**, plus **gym and shower access**. * These special sessions are **invitation-only** and shared privately with regular members of the community. 🕐 **Time**: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Every Tuesday 📍 **Location**: Jaz in the City – Ground Floor Lounge: Windmühlgasse 28, 1060 Vienna, Austria 💻 **Bring**: Your laptop, journal, creative tools, or anything you’ve been procrastinating on 🌿 **Hosted by**: NoCrastination. See you in front of the ground floor bar ✨ you will see us sitting with our laptops ☕ Please do order something from the bar, so as to keep us in their good graces! Coffee price: Espresso: €3.5, Americano: €4.5, Latte: €5.5. Donations optional. **🪑Seating information:** * If this is your first time joining us, please look for **Joanna Liu** when you arrive at the **Ground Floor Bar** (not at the hotel reception). * There is a **long table with 12 seats** for those joining the **peer accountability session** — please arrive on time if you’d like to sit here. * There are also **round tables nearby** for anyone who prefers a more flexible setup. * If you’d like to **work independently (without the Pomodoro arrangement)** but still be part of the group energy, just let Joanna know — we’ll make sure you’re comfortably included. 💛 🌱 **What to Expect** * **Drop in anytime** between **1:00–5:00 PM** — stay for a bit or settle in for the whole session * **Clarify your goals**: write down your measurable tasks for the day on a Post-it when you arrive * **Two spaces**: one for quiet focus, one for casual conversation. After each focus session, if you’re still in the flow, feel free to remain seated — no need to move. If you're up for a chat, join others in the social area for a relaxed break. * **Social start**: from **1:00 to 1:28 PM**, we mingle and get to know each other; our first focus session begins at **1:30 PM** * **Gentle structure**: we begin with a soft check-in and intention round * **Pomodoro-style rhythm**: We work in 45-minute focus blocks followed by 15-minute social breaks. If 45 minutes feels too long, feel free to break it into two 20-minute focus sessions with a short 5-minute reset in between. You’ll need to self-regulate these shorter cycles, just tune into your own flow and rejoin when ready. * **Quiet companionship**: no pressure to talk during focus time — just shared presence and support * **Welcoming space**: we meet in the creative, cozy lobby of the **Jaz in the City** 💡 **New to Pomodoro?** Don’t worry — we’ll guide you gently. No apps or timers needed. **Who This Is For** You’ll enjoy this if you: * want real accountability (not just a desk) * have a project, goal, or task you’ve been procrastinating on * like focused work blocks with a supportive vibe * are building something (job search, freelancing, creative work, admin, studying, side project, etc.) 💬 Why Join? * Beat procrastination with gentle accountability * Reclaim your momentum without doing it alone * Enjoy a change of scenery that boosts your focus **Group Size:** This is designed as a **small execution lab** (limited spots) to keep the energy focused and the accountability real. Bring your project. Bring your presence. Let’s work side-by-side. 💚

Willkommen bei *"Build & Connect"*, dem Treffpunkt für Unternehmer:innen, die's besser machen wollen – organisiert von Gründerio. English description below. Dieses kostenfreie Event richtet sich an Menschen, die selbstständig sind und ihre Reise mit neuen Perspektiven, wertvollen Kontakten und spannenden Insights bereichern möchten. **Das erwartet dich bei unserem Meetup:** 🌟 **Expertentalk von Daniel Toth (Co-Founder und Geschäftsführer Klartext AI)** Daniel berichtet über die Reise seines Teams: Vom schnellen Verwerfen der ursprünglichen Produktidee über den Switch zum Dienstleitungsmodell bis hin zum Wachstum auf 9 Mitarbeitende innerhalb kürzester Zeit. Learnings aus 8 Jahren Fraunhofer-Forschung und der harten Schule des Bootstrappings. Er erklärt, warum Human in the Loop“ bei ihnen kein Buzzword, sondern das Fundament für Qualität ist und wie man durch extrem schnelle Iterationen (POCs) Vertrauen bei Kunden aufbaut. Key-Learnings des Talks: • Der Pivot: Warum es okay ist, seine Idee nach 4 Wochen über Bord zu werfen. • Service vs. Product: Wie Dienstleistungen als Motor für Wachstum und Marktverständnis dienen. • Speed wins: Mit „Evaluation Driven Design“ schneller Ergebnisse liefern als die Konkurrenz. • Wachstums-Hacks: Networking und Akquise-Strategien, die den Umsatz verfünffacht haben. 🤝 **Austausch auf Augenhöhe:** In einer entspannten Atmosphäre kannst du dich mit Gleichgesinnten vernetzen, Ideen austauschen und von den Erfahrungen anderer profitieren. 🍹 **Gechillte Atmosphäre:** Uns ist wichtig, dass du dich wohlfühlst und Spaß hast. Wenn sich daraus ein neuer Geschäftskontakt oder eine Zusammenarbeit entwickelt – umso besser! 🚀 **Unser Ziel:** Wir möchten dir nicht nur die Möglichkeit bieten, neue Leute kennenzulernen und echte Verbindungen zu schaffen, sondern dir auch praktische Werkzeuge an die Hand geben, die deinen unternehmerischen Alltag erleichtern und dein Business optimieren. Wir freuen uns darauf, dich bei unserem nächsten Treffen in Wien willkommen zu heißen. Lass uns zusammen lernen, wachsen und die Reise als Selbstständige gestalten. **Follow us!** [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/82057598/admin/dashboard/) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/gruenderio/?next=%2F) \| [Whatsapp-Gruppe](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Kyi26Bl7v8S6MwZb5VJNmT) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Welcome to *"Build & Connect"*, the meet-up for entrepreneurs and everyone aspiring to become one – hosted by Gründerio. This free event is tailored for self-employed individuals looking to enrich their journey with fresh perspectives, valuable connections, and inspiring insights. Of course, those still in the planning stages of self-employment are also warmly invited! Here’s what awaits you at our meet-up: 🌟 **Expert Talk will be held in German:** **Daniel Toth (Co-Founder & CEO Klartext AI)** Daniel reports on his team's journey: from quickly discarding the original product idea to switching to a service model and growing to nine employees within a very short time. Lessons learned from eight years of Fraunhofer research and the hard school of bootstrapping. He explains why “human in the loop” is not just a buzzword for them, but the foundation for quality, and how extremely fast iterations (POCs) build trust with customers. Key takeaways from the talk: • The pivot: Why it's okay to throw your idea overboard after four weeks. • Service vs. product: How services serve as a driver for growth and market understanding. • Speed wins: Delivering results faster than the competition with “evaluation-driven design.” • Growth hacks: Networking and acquisition strategies that have increased revenue fivefold. 🤝 **Exchange:** Connect with like-minded people in a relaxed atmosphere, exchange ideas, and learn from the experiences of others. 🍹 **Chilled Atmosphere:** We want you to feel comfortable and enjoy yourself. If this leads to a new business connection or collaboration – even better! 🚀 **Our Goal:** Not only do we aim to help you meet new people and build meaningful connections, but we also want to provide you with practical tools to simplify your entrepreneurial journey and optimize your business. We’re excited to welcome you to our next event in Vienna. Let’s learn, grow, and shape the journey of self-employment together. **Follow us!** [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/82057598/admin/dashboard/) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/gruenderio/?next=%2F) \| [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Kyi26Bl7v8S6MwZb5VJNmT) **Disclaimer:** This event will be recorded with photo, video, and audio material. By attending, you consent to the use of this material, including for later promotional purposes. By reserving your ticket, you agree to being contacted by Gründerio.

Every Tuesday, 13:00 – 18:00 Looking for a little extra motivation to tackle your to-do list? Join us for our weekly Body Doubling event at Villa Vida! What is Body Doubling? Body doubling is a productivity technique where simply working alongside others helps you stay focused, accountable, and motivated. Whether you’re studying, working remotely, or just need a space to concentrate, being around others who are also focused can make a difference. What to Expect: A relaxed, supportive environment for getting things done Quiet spaces for deep work and focus Free WiFi throughout the cafe Bring your laptop, notebooks, or anything else you need to stay on track. Drop in anytime from 13:00-18:00 – we’re here every Tuesday to keep you in good company and good spirits while you work. See you there!  *** Jeden Dienstag, 13:00 – 18:00 Brauchst du ein bisschen extra Motivation, um deine To-Do-Liste abzuarbeiten? Dann komm zu unserem wöchentlichen Body-Doubling-Event bei Villa Vida! Was ist Body Doubling? Body Doubling ist eine Produktivitätstechnik, bei der die Anwesenheit anderer dir hilft, fokussiert, motiviert und bei der Sache zu bleiben. Ob beim Lernen, Arbeiten im Homeoffice oder anderen Aufgaben – das Arbeiten neben Gleichgesinnten kann einen echten Unterschied machen. Was dich erwartet: Eine entspannte, unterstützende Atmosphäre zum konzentrierten Arbeiten Ruhige Bereiche für tiefe Konzentration Kostenloses WLAN im gesamten Café Bringe deinen Laptop, deine Notizen oder alles andere mit, was du brauchst, um produktiv zu sein. Komm jederzeit zwischen 13:00 und 18:00 Uhr vorbei – wir sind jeden Dienstag hier, um dir Gesellschaft und positive Energie zu bieten. Bis bald! 

Gayme Night is our cozy board games hangout for the queer community and friends. Expect classics, quick party games, and the occasional chaotic round. Come with your besties or show up solo — we’ll help people find a table and get a game going. The goal is simple: relaxed social time, a bit of playful competition, and a space that feels easy to enter. How it works Drop in any time between 18:00 and 21:00 Choose a game from the selection (or bring your own) Join an open table or ask us to match you with a group Play, snack, sip, repeat Who it’s for Queer folks and friends/allies who can respect the space. You don’t need board game skills—just basic kindness and the ability to lose gracefully  Free entry. Accessibility notes We aim to make this event as accessible as possible. If you have access needs or questions (seating, sensory needs, etc.), message us in advance and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Community care Villa Vida is a safer-space-ish environment: be respectful, ask for consent, and keep it cute. Harassment, racism, transphobia, misogyny, ableism, or any other form of discrimination isn’t welcome. Bring a friend or come make one. See you at Gayme Night

We’re bringing **Mobileheads** to the Sentry office in Vienna for another evening of deep technical talks, honest engineering discussions, and great company. This time, we’re excited to host **two fantastic speakers from the Sentry team**: ️ **Philip Niedertscheider** ️ **Stefan Pölz** ### What’s this edition about? One session will dive into building **safer, more robust APIs in Swift** — the kind that makes observability feel less fragile and more intentional. The second talk will explore modern **cross-platform observability** for **.NET** applications, in particular the new capabilities of **.NET MAUI 10** If you care about: * Type safety * Clean architecture * Developer experience * Building reliable mobile apps …then this one’s for you. **Date:** March 18 **Location:** Sentry, Vienna As always: great people, strong opinions, and drinks. Join us for an evening of quality content and community vibes. RSVP and bring your questions!

Welcome everyone to our board game meeting! We are thrilled to have you all here, ready to dive into the world of board games. Whether you're a seasoned player or a newcomer to the scene, we welcome all types of gamers to this event. It's a great opportunity to get to know other players who share your passion for board games. Whether you want to bring your own games or choose from the ones we have available. We've got a vast array of games to choose from, so you can find something that suits your style. Here are some of our games, just to give you an impression: * Casual games: Dixit, Carcasonne, Colt Express, Camel Up * Party games: Codenames, Taboo, Humm Bug, Drunk Stoned or Stupid, Trial by Trolley, Joking Hazard, Poetry For Neanderthals * Social deduction games: The Resistance, Werewolves of millers hollow, Secret Hitler, One Night Revolution, Time Bomb * Cooperative games: Flash Point: Fire Rescue, Hanabi, Pandemic * Story games like: Once upon A Time, Gloom, Winter Tales * Workerplacement games: Takenoko, The Pursuit of Happiness, Sail to India, Periorbis * Miniature games: Zombicide, Project: Elite, The Others: 7 Sins, Lobotomy * Video games turned into board games: Stardew Valley, Dark Souls And so many more i cannot list all of them here We are an international group, so all games are in english or can be played in english. What if you don't know any games? That is okay! The best part? The meeting is free of charge! All we ask is that you pay for your drinks and food at the bar. We encourage you to mingle with fellow players and make new friends, because that's the beauty of board games: the social experience. So grab a game, grab a seat, and let's get this meeting started!

**RUNWAY x DAS RUND – Community Meetup** Am **21.03.2026** von **16–20 Uhr** laden **Runway** und **Das Rund** zu einem offenen Community Meetup in die **Lindengasse 1, 1070 Wien** ein. Das Event ist **kostenlos** und richtet sich an Kreative, Filmschaffende und AI-Interessierte, die sich vernetzen, austauschen und inspirieren lassen möchten. Gehostet wird der Nachmittag von **Stephanie Meisl (R& AI Supervisor / Media Artist)**. Anmeldung unter: **office@dasrund.com** – *First come, first serve. Space is limited.*

Hi all, It's time for another freelancer's meetup! Freelancing in Vienna is the (semi) regular meetup for independent professionals in the city. Two talks, free pizza and drinks, and time to connect with people who work the same way you do. Agenda * 18:30 Doors open * 19:00 Welcome * 19:10 **Build in Public: A Freelancer's Playbook for Launching an AI Product in 4 Weeks** by Clemens Helm * 19:40 Pizza & drinks * 20:10 **Consistency and Discipline in Freelancing: Turning Revenue Goals into Daily Targets** by Alexander Schörghuber * 20:40 Networking * \~21:30 Wrap up **Talks** **Build in Public: A Freelancer's Playbook for Launching an AI Product in 4 Weeks** by **[Clemens Helm](https://www.linkedin.com/in/clemenshelm/)** Most freelancers sell hours. I wanted to build something of my own. So I started building Pinchy (heypinchy.com) — a self-hosted AI agent platform — completely in public. Daily LinkedIn posts, a dev blog, open source on GitHub, guerilla marketing. The full stack, not just code. The surprising part: the product isn't even the point. The process is the portfolio. In this talk I'll share: * Why "Build in Public" is a powerful strategy for freelancers who want to shift into a new field (in my case: AI) * How AI tools helped me ship fast — the product, the website, the branding, the docs, even the logo were all built with AI assistance * What actually worked for visibility (and what flopped) — with real numbers from LinkedIn, GitHub, and website analytics * How documenting your work publicly builds more credibility than any CV or portfolio page ever could Whether you're thinking about launching your own product, pivoting into AI, or just want to stand out as a freelancer — this is 20 years of freelancing distilled into 4 weeks of building out loud. **Consistency and Discipline in Freelancing: Turning Revenue Goals into Daily Targets** by **[Alexander Schörghuber](https://alex-schoerg.at/)** Freelancing promises freedom: no boss, no fixed hours, no one telling you when to work. But that freedom comes with a hidden challenge: there is no built-in structure that ensures you're actually working enough to reach your financial goals. Most freelancers track time. But many don't actually know what they should be aiming for, or whether they're on track to reach their revenue goals. In this talk I'll share how thinking in daily billable targets instead of vague productivity can bring structure and predictability back into freelancing. Topics include: * Why freelancing often oscillates between overworking and falling behind financially * How translating revenue goals into daily billable targets changes decision making * A practical system (controli.at) that connects time tracking with revenue goals This talk is for freelancers who want to keep the freedom of freelancing, while adding the discipline and predictability of a structured work life. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Want to give a talk at the next meetup?** We're looking for speakers. 20–30 minutes on anything relevant to working independently. Send a message to me (Aaron) here on meetup. \-\-\- We're sponsored for the space and snacks again by https://www.lean-coders.at/, a wonderful freelancer focused "agency" in Vienna. They are currently offering coworking desks for interested freelancers. Their team of professional devs and PMs would also love to hear about your next software project. If you know of anyone looking for a great software team, they even have an affiliate program for referrals https://lean-coders.at/affiliate/ See you soon!!

**\*\*\* Enrollment and all info** [https://www.iicv.at/intermediate-classes](https://www.iicv.at/intermediate-classes)**\*\*\*** **Description:** **Come join for a journey of some of the nitty-gritty of improv performance.** We’ll work on scene work, stage presence, breaking out of our patterns, finding fun in the stillness, and stillness in the craziness of Improv. This is for improvisers who understand the foundations and concepts of improv and want that extra challenge to perform or refine their performance skills. **Teacher:** Shawn Fisher Shawn Fisher is an improviser, performer, and educator. With over 15 years of experience in improv, you can see him with The English Lovers, one of Vienna’s longest-standing improv groups, Two-Buttons Short, and with Rainbow’s Last Wish. Originally from the US, he has taught classes, workshops and led open improv sessions in Vienna since 2018, fostering community where curiosity leads the way. ​ Whether directing, MCing, or coaching at venues like Vienna’s Maestro, Shawn thrives on the spontaneity and connection of live performance—especially when leaning into the fantastical.

Let’s have a fun karaoke night together! If you enjoy singing, music, or just hanging out with new people, you’re very welcome to join us. No pressure to sing — you can perform your favorite song or simply relax, listen and enjoy the atmosphere. The idea is simple: meet new people, sing a few songs, laugh a lot and have a good evening together. Whether you’re a karaoke star or just curious to try it, come by and join the fun. **Date** 21 March 2026 **Location** Kinglow Karaoke – Vienna **Start Time** 19:30 Free entry. Drinks available at the bar.

**Location**: Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library (Virginia) Conference Room A game development **Working Session** involves 3 key parts: 1. Tell people what you're going to do 2. Actually do stuff 3. Show people what you did That's what we'll be doing for this meeting. We'll briefly tell each other what we're going to do, then work on our projects, then at around 5:30 wrap up to show each other what we did and chat for a bit. You don't have to stay the whole time, so feel free to drop in and out as you have time. All game development skill levels welcome. Whether you're bringing a game you're trying to ship in a month, or you're just planning on following some tutorials or trying out a new tool to improve your skills, use this time to make progress. Working sessions also train you to think about the scope of your work: pick a chunk of work that you can complete in the time that we have. That way you can end the working session with a feeling of accomplishment! **What to bring**: Laptop, Charger, maybe a power strip if you have one handy, any other game development tools you need. Try to download any software you need before the working session. There is Wifi at this location, but it may be slow if you have to download any large files.

**Location**: Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library (Virginia) Conference Room A game development **Working Session** involves 3 key parts: 1. Tell people what you're going to do 2. Actually do stuff 3. Show people what you did That's what we'll be doing for this meeting. We'll briefly tell each other what we're going to do, then work on our projects, then at around 5:30 wrap up to show each other what we did and chat for a bit. You don't have to stay the whole time, so feel free to drop in and out as you have time. All game development skill levels welcome. Whether you're bringing a game you're trying to ship in a month, or you're just planning on following some tutorials or trying out a new tool to improve your skills, use this time to make progress. Working sessions also train you to think about the scope of your work: pick a chunk of work that you can complete in the time that we have. That way you can end the working session with a feeling of accomplishment! **What to bring**: Laptop, Charger, maybe a power strip if you have one handy, any other game development tools you need. Try to download any software you need before the working session. There is Wifi at this location, but it may be slow if you have to download any large files.

Looking for a fun, screen-free way to spend your Sunday afternoon? Join us every other week at the Community Center for a few hours of friendly competition and laughter. Feel free to bring your own treasured game or borrow one from our shelves. It’s the ultimate low-pressure way for families to connect. Note: This is not a drop-off event. Please ensure children have a parent or guardian joining in on the fun.

Join local video game developers, artists, musicians and writers to talk about the art and science of game development. Bring a device and demo your game, talk shop, find like minded folks to join forces with, have a snack or a beverage among new friends. We are an informal meetup where we share what we've been working on and socialize. Come for all or just a bit of the time!

**Both primary COVID-19 vaccinations are REQUIRED to enter. No vax, no entry. No exceptions.** Please preferably share your vaccine status in the #vaccine channel on our Discord, either via https://vase.vdh.virginia.gov/vdhapps/f?p=545:1 or photograph of your vaccine card. If you're not comfortable sharing your status online, you can also physically bring your card. Attendees come at their own risk. Whether you've been playing since Guitar Hero 1 like me or want to try out Rock Band 4 for the first time, you're welcome at the Console Gamers Group Rock Band & Rhythm Gaming Meetup! I have a projector equipped loft for Rock Band (Beatles, 3, and 4), Guitar Hero (Warriors of Rock and Live), Dance Dance Revolution/StepMania, and Just Dance. There is also a second bedroom that can be used for games like Frequency/Amplitude, Taiko no Tatsujin, DJ Hero, Beatmania, Parappa the Rapper, Deemo, Voez, the Persona Dancing games, and more. When you arrive please park in a space that does NOT have a number or says "Decal Parking Only"; if those aren't available there's lots of open street parking within the Penderbrook community (I'm right in the middle so either side is cool; parking on Center Way or the middle of Penderbrook Drive is best) but please don't parck on a yellow curb or you might be towed! You'll want to turn at the sign that says "The Greens" onto Golf RIDGE, and then to Golf TEE where I'm the first house on the left. When you enter walk all the way up and to the right; look for the Super Mario Bros. doormat. I'm about 10 driving minutes from the Vienna/Fairfax metro station. We usually go out for dinner at around 5 PM; I live a short drive away from lots of shopping centers including Fair Oaks Mall, Pender, Fairfax Shopping/Towne Center, Fair Lakes Promenade, Fair Lakes Center, and Fairfax Corner. Here's a list of restaurants in the area by food type: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Mn6ytvuaaGaBlpVT-9pBSh8fv6X8_V9wzl4eQKYzRT0/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Mn6ytvuaaGaBlpVT-9pBSh8fv6X8_V9wzl4eQKYzRT0/edit?usp=sharing) And by shopping center location! [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DZe-ZY5_hKk9SaCSfyjh2eZLNHXTFQLC0QAW12AnYto/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DZe-ZY5_hKk9SaCSfyjh2eZLNHXTFQLC0QAW12AnYto/edit?usp=sharing) Please follow the group's rules & guidelines below: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PS-UUkkFQ1JDaMp7pCTSGMu2Rqm58X7srdCzhN0Y-xA/edit?usp=drivesdk](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PS-UUkkFQ1JDaMp7pCTSGMu2Rqm58X7srdCzhN0Y-xA/edit?usp=drivesdk) I also have two more guidelines, but they're pretty easy to follow: 1. Gaming equipment are not toys. Please be responsible with other people's controllers, consoles, games, furniture, etc. Accidents happen, but if you continuously break things you won't be allowed to use people's equipment. 2. Try and keep a positive atmosphere. A lot of people attend the group to escape from their daily lives. Don't feel like you need to leave your problems at the door, everyone needs to vent once in a while, but please attempt to not do so the whole meetup. We're here to have fun after all, so try and keep it that way! <3

Bring a favorite game or pick out a new favorite!

Join our new group’s third meeting. Meet fellow tech enthusiasts west of the beltway. ​Because our group is new, we have a poll for the direction we want to take this new group. ​[https://submatrix.net/article/Meetups/e9ym4fr8Ca](https://submatrix.net/article/Meetups/e9ym4fr8Ca) ​For this event, we will be running a working meetup. ​Our meetings are a great place to work on and show off what you do. We are always welcoming. ​Our format is great for people who have started on but not finished one or several side projects. ​We will start off with basic introductions and what we are working on and what our goals are. We’ll break the rest of the meeting into two working sessions. In between, we’ll do a quick check-in to see how folks are going. You can also RSVP to this event on Luma: https://luma.com/luucajlz