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cuTile and TileIR: The next step in GPU Programming
After a long hiatus of the compiler social, Lorenzo is joining us to talk about the exciting work happening at NVIDIA that you have probably heard about, namely cuTile/TileIR.
As usual there will be pizza, snacks, beer, and soft drinks after the event for participants, sponsored by NVIDIA.
**Astract:** GPU programming has evolved significantly over the past decade, driven by rapid hardware innovation such as Tensor Cores and new numerical formats. However, the gap between high-level productivity frameworks and low-level performance-centric programming models continues to widen. In this talk, we introduce cuTile and TileIR, a new block-level programming model and intermediate representation designed to simplify high-performance GPU development while preserving forward compatibility with evolving NVIDIA architectures. cuTile provides a tile-centric abstraction for data-parallel workloads, accessible from Python, while TileIR—an MLIR-based low-level IR integrated with CUDA—offers a stable, portable foundation for targeting tensor cores and future hardware generations. Together, they establish a middle ground between usability and control, enabling expressive kernel development without sacrificing performance.
We present the programming model, illustrate it with examples, discuss performance considerations, and, if time permits, take a deeper dive into the core abstractions behind TileIR: https://github.com/NVIDIA/cuda-tile
**Location:** The event is taking place in the room G59 in the CAB building of ETH Zurich at the Zentrum campus. Enter from Universitätstrasse 6.
Badminton Wednesday 🏸
Welcome to the Winterthur Badminton Meetup! 🏸👊😉🍻
We’re an international group created for badminton fans in and around Winterthur. Open to Expats and Swiss folks who want to train and socialise with fellow ‘badmintonists’. Or perhaps you’d like to learn the sport and meet new people? Whether doing it for fun or fitness, the idea is to enjoy and have a great (kickass) midweek. And everyone is welcome to join us for a postgame drink or two! See yah! 😊
Important: We ask everyone to respect others who wish to play. That means dropping out if you won’t make it to the game by updating your RSVP.
Keep in mind:
RSVPs close at 21:00 two days before the event to give others enough time to plan. Anyone on the RSVP list who did not show up at the event is considered a "no-show".
No-shows will still have to pay the shared cost of the court and shuttles. We keep track of no-shows and deprioritise them in future games.
Please try your best to pay on the same day by Twint or in cash. With Twint, write in the comment the date and your name for reference.
Cost will be around 12-20 CHF, depending on the amount of players joining and if we have to rent 1 or 2 courts.
Note: If it's your first time joining, please send me a message for more details and to confirm your spot in the game. Otherwise, regular players will be given priority.
Cheers,
Elias
African Drumming Classes
### [Info and Registration African Drumming](https://forms.gle/wSUGNXMjHBDSePNaA)
### **African Drumming – Feel the Groove!**
Discover the joy of rhythm and community through the vibrant beats of West African drumming. In this course, you’ll learn traditional and modern rhythms on djembes and doundouns (bass drums and bells) — all in a fun, structured, and hands-on way.
We’ll explore the essentials of rhythm and groove, from understanding pulse, beat, and cycle to experiencing how different instruments interact in an ensemble. You’ll play, listen, improvise, and even create your own arrangements together with the group.
Body percussion exercises help you *feel* rhythm from head to toe, while guided theory inputs deepen your understanding of African musical structures — intros, solos, signals, and more.
Our holistic approach connects body, mind, and soul. Through intuitive rhythm games, easy-to-follow exercises, and attention to technique, you’ll build coordination, confidence, and a relaxed, flowing playing style.
Structured learning materials (notation and videos) support your practice between sessions — so you can keep the groove going wherever you are!
A funny and welcoming group is awaiting YOU!
**Reduced rates for holders of IV/AHV and Kulturlegi!**
Trial session is possible.
Salsa Cubana Einsteigerkurs SC1b
Ohne Vorkenntnisse / Solo-Anmeldung möglich
Kursstart: Mittwoch 25. Februar 2026
Kursdauer: 25. Februar - 08. April 26 (7 MAL)
Kurszeit: 19 - 21h
Leitung: Juliette & Patrick
Kurskosten pro Person: CHF 280.- / 14h
Anmeldung unter: [https://salsarica.ch/kurse/salsa-cubana-anfaenger.html](https://salsarica.ch/kurse/salsa-cubana-anfaenger.html?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwYUtJTHdWekhnWnViZGJ3QnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7FWtSxA9DGr6dYpcOqqHy6swXdUDpHR-JqwJhkPE-xQFy4L0uX6aYp3QsX1w_aem_uqaRvBUiTt6oovZXYX-Hxw)
Wir freuen uns auf euch!
Ergänzende Infos: Salsa! Kein anderer Tanz hat in den letzten Jahren eine derart steile Erfolgskurve aufs Parkett gelegt. Die Salsa weckt Sehnsüchte nach der Karibik und versprüht wahre Lebensfreude. Salsa wird paarweise getanzt. Ein Partner führt, der andere wird geführt. Bei uns werden hauptsächlich Kurse im kubanischen Stil unterrichtet, der Salsa Cubana, welcher seinen Ursprung in Kuba hat. Die kubanische Salsa wirkt eher spielerisch, rhythmisch und lebendig und setzt sich aus unterschiedlichen lateinamerikanischen Rhythmen und Tänzen zusammen. Das wesentliche Merkmal des kubanischen Stils sind die Drehungen des Tanzpaares um einen gemeinsamen Mittelpunkt und das Kernstück des Salsa Cubana, die Rueda de Casino. Der Name Rueda rührt daher, dass alle beteiligten Paare einen Kreis bilden, wobei sie jeweils synchron die gleichen Figuren tanzen. Bedingt durch Partnerwechsel, die jeweils zu den getanzten Figuren gehören, dreht sich die Rueda bzw. das Rad. Der Kurs für blutige Anfänger oder für Leute, die sich mit den Basic-Elementen noch unsicher fühlen.
Die Decke - We're sewing a dementia blanket that no one will forget.
**Do you want to mingle with good people, get creative, and do something meaningful? Then this is the place for you!**
**At our sewing events**, we work together to create a large dementia blanket.
**A dementia blanket is** a tool used in dementia care consisting of different pieces joined together (patchwork).
**At the event**, you can sew your own patchwork pieces or help with production. Whether you are a professional or have no experience with sewing, we will show you how it's done.
Location: [Galerie Kunstsichtbar Zentralstrasse 134, 8003 Zürich](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ivwmJJomZC8VFXAE6)
**See soon!**
**[And if that's not enough, here is a clip from the last event.](https://youtu.be/GLPEdkYqNks?si=jEcjprvTLFWxdWXW)**
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**Wenn du dich unter gute Leute mischen, dich kreativ betätigen und etwas Sinnvolles tun möchtest, dann bist du hier richtig.**
**Bei unseren Näh-Events** nähen wir gemeinsam eine riesengroße Demenzdecke.
**Eine Demenzdecke ist** ein Werkzeug aus der Demenzpflege, das aus unterschiedlichen Teilen besteht, die zu einem Ganzen zusammengefügt werden (Patchwork).
**Bei dem Event** kannst du entweder deine eigenen Patchwork-Teile nähen oder bei der Produktion helfen. Egal, ob du Profi bist oder keine Erfahrung mit dem Nähen hast – wir zeigen dir, wie es geht.
[Und wenn es nicht genug ist - hier ein clip vom lezten event ](https://youtu.be/GLPEdkYqNks?si=jEcjprvTLFWxdWXW)
Viola Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Kissin is finally back at the Tonhalle
**Ludwig van Beethoven**
Sonate Nr. 7 D-Dur op. 10 Nr. 3
**Frédéric Chopin**
Mazurkas Nr. 27, 29, 35, 39 und 51
**Robert Schumann**
Kreisleriana op. 16
**Franz Liszt**
Ungarische Rhapsodie Nr. 12, cis-Moll s.244
Tickets ab 18. August buchbar
https://meisterinterpreten.ch/event/evgeny-kissin1930-15-03-2026
Weekly Open Bateria - All Levels Welcome
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**🎶 Samba Drumming,** **Open Bateria** **🎶**
Beginners and experienced drummers... all are welcome! This session is about discovering samba, or discovering a different samba instrument if you are already playing.
***Note:*** if you are experienced with samba enredo drumming and would like to dive straight into an ensaio please reach out to us. We are always looking to grow our core team!
**💥 What to Expect:**
\- All Skill Levels: From newbies to seasoned drummers\.
\- No Instruments Needed: We provide everything\, but you can bring your own\.
💰 **Cost** 💰
First-timers try-out for free! 12 CHF per session thereafter (open bateria is included in full association membership).
**🥁 Ready to Drum?** 🥁
Don't miss this fun, energizing session! Connect with the samba community and drum your heart out.
**📌 What to Bring:**
**\- Ear Plugs:** Recommended "Alpine Music Pros."
**\- Water Bottle:** Stay hydrated.
**\- Spare T\-Shirt:** It gets warm!
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**"🎶 Samba Trommeln, Offene Bateria 🎶**
Anfänger und erfahrene Trommler... alle sind willkommen! In dieser Session geht's darum, Samba zu entdecken oder, wenn du schon spielst, ein anderes Samba-Instrument auszuprobieren.
***Hinweis:*** Wenn du bereits Erfahrung mit Samba-Enredo-Trommeln hast und direkt in eine Probe einsteigen möchtest, melde dich bei uns. Wir sind immer auf der Suche, unser Kernteam zu erweitern!
**💥 Was dich erwartet:**
* Alle Erfahrungsstufen: Von Neulingen bis zu erfahrenen Trommlern.
* Keine Instrumente nötig: Wir stellen alles zur Verfügung, aber du kannst gerne dein eigenes mitbringen.
**💰 Kosten 💰**
Erste Session kostenlos! Danach 12 CHF pro Session (offene Bateria ist in der vollständigen Mitgliedschaft enthalten).
🥁 Bereit zum Trommeln? 🥁
Verpass diese spaßige und energiegeladene Session nicht! Verbinde dich mit der Samba-Community und trommle aus vollem Herzen.
📌 Was du mitbringen solltest:
* Ohrstöpsel: Empfohlene "Alpine Music Pros."
* Wasserflasche: Hydriert bleiben.
* Ersatz-T-Shirt: Es wird warm!"
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**🎶 Samba de Bateria, Bateria Aberta 🎶**
Iniciantes e bateristas experientes... todos são bem-vindos! Essa atividade é pra você conhecer o samba ou, se você já toca, descobrir um instrumento diferente de samba.
***Nota:*** se você já tem experiência com samba enredo e quer ir direto para um ensaio, entre em contato com a gente. Estamos sempre buscando crescer nosso time principal!
**💥 O que Esperar:**
* Todos os Níveis: De novatos a bateristas experientes.
* Sem Necessidade de Instrumentos: Nós fornecemos tudo, mas você pode trazer o seu se quiser.
**💰 Custo 💰**
A primeira sessão é grátis! 12 CHF por sessão depois (bateria aberta está incluída na associação completa).
**🥁 Pronto para Tocar? 🥁**
Não perca essa sessão divertida e energizante! Conecte-se com a comunidade do samba e toque com o coração.
**📌 O que Levar:**
* Protetores de Ouvido: Recomendamos "Alpine Music Pros."
* Garrafa de Água: Fique hidratado.
* Camiseta Extra: Vai esquentar!"
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Ensaio de Bateria (Rehearsal) - Os Patos Poderosos
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Our 'Ensaio de Bateria' is for regular members of the association and exceptionally for those who have previous experience playing in a samba bateria (please get in touch if you're interested, we'd love to hear from you).
In this session, we will dive into fresh material and technique, while also taking the time to perfect individual parts of our existing repertoire if needed. Whether you're looking to improve your groove or refine specific techniques, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your skills!
**What to bring:**
* Ear Plugs (we recommend "Alpine Music Pros" from a music shop)
* Water Bottle for staying hydrated
* Spare T-shirt for afterwards (it gets pretty warm)
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Unsere 'Ensaio de Bateria' ist für regelmäßige Mitglieder des Vereins und ausnahmsweise für diejenigen, die bereits Erfahrung in einer Samba Bateria haben (bitte melde dich, wenn du Interesse hast, wir würden uns freuen, von dir zu hören).
In dieser Session werden wir uns mit neuem Material und Technik beschäftigen, uns aber auch die Zeit nehmen, einzelne Teile unseres bestehenden Repertoires zu perfektionieren. Egal, ob du deinen Groove verbessern oder bestimmte Techniken verfeinern möchtest, dies ist die perfekte Gelegenheit, deine Fähigkeiten zu steigern!
**Was du mitbringen solltest:**
· Ohrstöpsel (wir empfehlen "Alpine Music Pros" aus dem Musikfachhandel)
· Eine Wasserflasche, damit du genug Flüssigkeit zu dir nehmen kannst
· Ersatz-T-Shirt für danach (es wird ziemlich warm)
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Nosso "Ensaio de Bateria" é para os membros regulares da associação e, excepcionalmente, para aqueles que têm experiência anterior de tocar numa bateria de samba (entre em contato se você estiver interessado, gostaríamos muito de ouvir você!).
Nesta sessão, vamos nos aprofundar em novos materiais e na técnica, além de dedicar tempo para aperfeiçoar partes individuais de nosso repertório existente, se necessário. Se estiver procurando melhorar seu groove ou refinar técnicas específicas, esta é a oportunidade perfeita para elevar suas habilidades!
**O que trazer:**
* Protetores de ouvido (recomendamos "Alpine Music Pros”).
* Garrafa d’água para se manter hidratado
* Uma troca de roupa para depois do ensaio (fica bem quente)
Amboss Jam
Long standing jam session in the area. Bring your instrument and sign up to jam. Lots of expats, lots of great opportunities to connect to other music makers and lovers.
Offene Probe - Samba Suisse!
🇨🇭Samba Suisse sucht Leute und macht eine offene Probe: Du hast erste Erfahrungen mit Musik, Tanz oder willst gleich Samba zelebrieren?
Du möchtest sogar bei einer Brasil-Band mitmischen und regelmässig auftreten?
Dann bist du bei uns richtig ✅😃
- Instrumente stellen wir
- Gehörschutz mitbringen 👍🏼
Wir freuen uns auf Dich! 😃
🇧🇷 Samba Suisse está procurando pessoas e dando um ensaio aberto: você ja tem experiência com música, dança ou quer celebrar o samba?
Quer participar numa banda com ritmo brasileiro e apresentar regularmente?
Então vem e fala com a gente 💪🏽😃
- Colocamos instrumentos
- Traga proteção auditiva
Estamos ansiosos para vê-lo!
AM Session - Competitive Play
Welcome to the Competitive Play Session.
This session takes place every Saturday from 10:45 to 12:15 at the Yonex Badminton Hall Hardbrücke.
The number of players on the waitlist one week in advance determines the number of courts booked. If you are on the waitlist but can no longer attend, please remove yourself as early as possible.
Players are accepted into the session based on skill suitability.
This session is for experienced players looking for quality games.
Play is focused on doubles with a competitive mindset and consistent rallies.
You should be comfortable smashing, return smashes and keeping up a moderate tempo throughout the session.
New players and those who are new to badminton are welcome to join the PM Session (Open Level Play).
Payment can be made via TWINT after the session.
Viola Events Near You
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CBusData - Discover the Power of Window Functions
Window functions have nothing to do with the Windows operating system but provide a “window” to a result set when used in SQL queries. They are powerful, set-based methods to view data in unexpected ways. Window functions provide easy, set-based solutions to solve some common problems:
* Using running totals
* Performing operations in intervals
* Identifying data gaps and islands
* Performing aggregates without losing detail
Many people are confused by window functions and do not know how to use them properly. This session will explore window functions, how they work, and how to use them. Demonstrations with several examples will solidify how window functions can simplify queries and make them more powerful.
Contra dance March 21 (First Unitarian Universalist Church) note new time!
# **Band and caller TBA**
Beginner lesson at 1:30, regular dancing begins at 2:00 pm
NOTE THAT WE ARE TEMPORARILY DANCING IN THE AFTERNOON INSTEAD OF EVENING. Dance with us in the afternoon then you can still go out in the evening!
**Sponsor: All Soles Contra and Square Dancing, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd., Columbus OH 43214**
WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing!
Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor.
Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 1:30 - 2:00, followed by dancing 2:00 - 430. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner.
Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot.
Please bring your own refillable water bottle.
Shut Up & Write!® East Side Columbus
Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, March 25 at Streetlight Guild.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.
**SCHEDULE:**
6:45ish - Quick introductions
7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour
8:00 - The End
**OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
**BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer.
Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild!
**WHAT SHOULD I BRING?**
Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you!
**OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:**
* **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space!
* **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels.
* **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay!
* **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.


















