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For this month's Meetup, we are going to the beaufitul **Edifici Històric of Universitat de Barcelona**. We will have two talks: one about **Spec Driven Development** and another one about **Arrow and Parquet**. \-\-\- Schedule: * 18:00: Welcome * ️ 18:30: Talks * **&** 19:45: Networking, food and drinks! * 21:00: Bye! \-\-\- * ➡️ **What: Spec Driven Development. Is it a silver bullet?** * **Who**: Sergei Martynov * ⏱ **Duration**: 30 minutes * **Language**: English * **Abstract**: I would like to talk about spec driven development in case of modern development with AI agents. What is it, how to use it and how I use it in my team on real tasks. With a live demo based on speckit. \-\-\-\- * ➡️ **What: Understanding the Anatomy of Arrow and Parquet** * **Who**: Raúl Cumplido * ⏱ **Duration**: 30 minutes * **Language**: English * **Abstract**: Apache Arrow and Apache Parquet are the de-facto standards for in-memory and file formats for columnar data. We use them on our data workflows daily, sometimes even without noticing. This talk will demystify these formats by going over the specifications and showing some real world examples of how the data actually looks on our systems. \-\-\-\- ➡️ Location: Aula IA, Ground Floor, Facultat de Matemàtiques i Informàtica, [Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes 585](https://maps.app.goo.gl/EfFbJhSR5zy6NBSs8) \-\-\-\- ➡️ Only register if you can attend! * There are limited seats, so please be responsible when signing up; we will be checking the attendee list in case full capacity is reached. * If you can't make it, please free up your seat, so someone else can attend. We keep a list with repeated offenders! \-\-\-\- ➡️ More at https://pybcn.org: * We want talk proposals! [Send yours](https://pybcn.org/pybcn_association/propose-a-talk/) * Want to [publish a job offer](https://pybcn.org/job-offers)? * Follow [@PyBCN](https://twitter.com/pybcn), [@PyBCN in BlueSky](https://bsky.app/profile/pybcn.org) for pictures, slides, videos and more

**ADVANCED STAGE & SCREEN CLASS** **THESE ARE WEEKLY WORKSHOPS FOR DEDICATED PROFESSIONAL ACTORS** with working experience in theater, film or televsion. **THIS ADVANCED CLASS** is a true working space for actors who want to engage directly with their creative process, and not the result. Through guided experimentation, scene work, and development, actors collaborate directly with writers and directors - not simply interpreting material, but actively shaping it. The focus is to strengthen the actor's instrument: presence, real responsiveness, imagination, and concentration. The work is practical, rigorous and collaborative. Each session invites participants to explore text, create new works, and refine their craft. THE WORK INVOLVES: Scene work in collaboration with writers and directors Development of new material in the rehearsal process Exploration of technique through active practice Immediate and active feedback THIS IS FOR: Professional level experienced or trained Are interested in process, and not the outcome Want to work in a professional and focused atmosphere Are ready to engage as collaborators APPROACH: THIS IS A WORKING LABORATORY ACTORS ARE EXPECTED to participate actively to take creative risks Contribute to a shared process **ABOUT THE FACILITATOR:** Tomislav is a versatile storyteller with a rich backgound in writing, directing and teaching. He received his masters degree in writing and directing at Columbia University in 1993, and worked with well known directors David Lynch, Emir Kusturica, and Martin Scorsese. He is also a lifetime member of the Actors Studio in New York which shaped his process in helping actors stengthen their craft.

Únete a la comunidad de GDG Barcelona y Flutter Barcelona en un encuentro técnico presencial en el campus de 42 Barcelona, donde exploraremos las últimas novedades del ecosistema Flutter y Dart. En esta sesión, Óscar presentará cómo crear tu primer plugin para Dart Analyzer utilizando el nuevo sistema de plugins introducido en las versiones recientes de Dart y Flutter. Aprenderás cómo definir reglas de lint personalizadas para mejorar la calidad del código en tus proyectos, así como a implementar quick-fixes automáticos que faciliten la adopción de buenas prácticas dentro de los equipos de desarrollo. Esta charla está especialmente dirigida a desarrolladores Flutter con conocimientos básicos o intermedios de Dart que deseen profundizar en herramientas avanzadas de productividad y calidad de código. ✨ Qué aprenderás: • Diferencias entre el nuevo sistema de plugins del analyzer y el enfoque anterior • Cómo crear reglas de lint personalizadas según los estándares de tu equipo • Cómo automatizar correcciones mediante quick-fixes • Buenas prácticas para escalar la calidad del código en proyectos Flutter 📍 Evento presencial – Networking con la comunidad incluido. 🎟️ Plazas limitadas con inscripción previa obligatoria. Agenda --- Speaker Óscar Martín Martín - Very Good Ventures (Senior Developer) Hosted By Joan Fuentes, Mobile software engineer Rosemarie Garcia, UX UI Designer Ekaterina Nosova, Product Manager Founder of Relato Network, expat in Barcelona, learning Catala, castellera. GDG Barcelona, Marcia Paola Rodriguez Briceño, Marketing & Tech Consultant Consultora de Marketing Digital y aplicación de herramientas digitales para impulsar marcas. Diseño tu plan de acción con las principales tácticas en marketing y las mejores herramientas digitales para que optimices tu presupuesto e impulses tu negocio. Digital Marketing Consultant and Application of Digital Tools to Boost Brands. I design your action plan with key marketing tactics and the best digital tools to optimize your budget and boost your business. Dani GN, Tech nerd Romina Elena Mendez Escobar, Cloud Soy Cloud & AI Architect con experiencia diseñando soluciones distribuidas en entornos multicloud, edge y on-premise, aplicando prácticas de MLOps, automatización y Generative AI. He liderado proyectos en sectores como salud, genómica, fintech, energía, turismo, automoción, retail, arte, construcción y sector público. Como docente universitaria, dicté materias como Inteligencia Artificial y Computación en la Nube, y actualmente me desempeño como tutora de tesis en temáticas como Big Data, NLP, infraestructura cloud y analítica avanzada, acompañando a estudiantes en el desarrollo de soluciones técnicas conectadas con desafíos reales de la industria. Formo parte de comunidades globales como AWS Community Builders y Google Women Techmakers, desde donde promuevo la divulgación tecnológica con enfoque en diversidad, educación técnica y liderazgo femenino. Además, soy speaker, mentora técnica y creadora de contenido, enfocada en compartir conocimiento aplicado a través de artículos, workshops y soluciones reproducibles sobre arquitectura de datos, herramientas open source, migración, automatización y aplicaciones de IA generativa. Me apasiona combinar innovación tecnológica con impacto social, colaborando en iniciativas que integran datos abiertos, ética en IA y educación accesible. Samar El souki, Product Designer With 6 years of experience in UX design, I craft user-centered solutions by combining research, wireframing, and prototyping to deliver intuitive and impactful digital experiences. Lizzeth Quinteros, Platform Engineering Lead Gabriela Soto, Data Management Specialist Software Engineer with 12+ years of experience in software development, including application life cycles and modern design. Skilled in analyzing workflows, business logic, and leading development teams while emphasizing best practices and communication. Active volunteer in tech communities addressing gender gap in STEAM and promoting social inclusion. --- Partners 42 Barcelona Fundacion Telefónica (https://www.42barcelona.com/) 42 Barcelona es el campus de programación más innovador y gratuito que te abre las puertas al mercado laboral. Con una metodología revolucionaria y una duración media de tres años, está abierto las 24 horas del día, 7 días a la semana para que puedas aprender a tu ritmo. Flutter community --- Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-barcelona-presents-flutter-amp-gdg-barcelona-tech-talk-creando-tu-primer-plugin-de-dart-analyzer/.

**This is not for everyone.** **And that’s the point.** **ANTI-NORMA** is not a show. It’s a disruption. A space where drag, desire, and discomfort meet. Where nothing is entirely predictable. And where you’re not just watching — you’re part of it. This experience plays with tension, curiosity, and the things we don’t always say out loud. It’s immersive, provocative, and designed to make you feel something. If you’re looking for a safe, traditional night out… this isn’t it. But if you’re open, curious, and ready to step outside the norm — you might be exactly where you need to be.

We are back on Thursday the 30th of April at our new venue of the BCN studio in Poble-Sec. We are very happy to start a new collaboration with one of the most underground theaters in Barcelona! Doors open at 7:30pm. We start at 8pm! Be there early to grab a seat! Make sure you get your ticket via the [BCN studio](https://www.thebcnstudio.com/es/events/poentry-slam-2026-04-30-20-00) on time. This is a spoken word and poetry performance tournament in English. We will have 7 slammers this time, and we are very excited to see what they have to say! If you want to participate in the Slam, please **send us a** **private message**! You **cannot** sign up by commenting in the event, as this cannot be controlled by our team. From the audience, we are expecting them to scream, cry, laugh, enjoy! Do not miss it! Doors open at 7:30pm and show starts at 8pm. Be there early to grab a seat! Entrance online 8€ (At the door 10€) **Tickets via the BCN studio only, or 10€ at the door. More info and tickets Link on our Instagram account and website.**

**ADVANCED STAGE & SCREEN CLASS** **THESE ARE WEEKLY WORKSHOPS FOR DEDICATED PROFESSIONALS** with working experience in theater, film or televsion. **THIS ADVANCED CLASS** is a true working space for actors who want to engage directly with their creative process, and not the result. Through guided experimentation, scene work, and development, actors collaborate directly with writers and directors - not simply interpreting material, but actively shaping it. The focus is to strengthen the actor's instrument: presence, real responsiveness, imagination, and concentration. The work is practical, rigorous and collaborative. Each session invites participants to explore text, create new works, and refine their craft. **THE WORK INVOLVES:** * Scene work in collaboration with writers and directors * Development of new material in the rehearsal process * Exploration of technique through active practice * Immediate and active feedback **THIS IS FOR:** **Professional level - experienced or trained** **APPROVAL REQUIRED** * Are interested in process, and not the outcome * Want to work in a professional and focused atmosphere * Are ready to engage as collaborators **APPROACH: THIS IS A WORKING LABORATORY** **ACTORS ARE EXPECTED** * to participate actively * to take creative risks * Contribute to a shared process **ABOUT THE FACILITATOR:** Tomislav is a versatile storyteller with a rich backgound in writing, directing and teaching. He received his masters degree in writing and directing at Columbia University in 1993, and worked with well known directors David Lynch, Emir Kusturica, and Martin Scorsese. He is also a lifetime member of the Actors Studio in New York which shaped his process in helping actors stengthen their craft.

We're back again with another awesome Swift Barcelona event—this time in **Talent Garden,** where we will focus on augmented experiences with **visionOS** and **Meta AI Glasses.** **Juan Moya: Why Spatial UX Remains Deeply Human** AI can help us make XR apps functional and faster than ever —but it’s human perception and empathy that can make them memorable and enjoyable **Kelvin: Harron: Phones Away, Glasses On! The Making of DUMBO Spatial Guide** How we built a public art spatial guide for Meta AI glasses, comparing computer vision approaches and sharing what we learned about designing for a glasses-first experience. More TBC Huge thanks to L+R for the sponsorship and to Talent Garden for hosting and supporting our community.

**Small Vocal Lab — Explore Your Voice in an Intimate Setting (Max 4 people)** Your voice is more than technique — it's expression, presence and connection. In this small and intimate vocal lab in Sarrià, we’ll explore the voice as a living instrument: connecting breath, body and sound in a supportive and playful environment. I’m a singer-songwriter and vocal performance coach based in Barcelona, and this space is designed for people who want to explore their voice with curiosity — whether you sing regularly or simply feel drawn to expressing yourself through sound. Each participant receives individual guidance within a small group setting (max 4 people). During the lab we’ll explore: • Breath & body connection • Vocal freedom & projection • Presence and confidence through sound ✨ No experience required ✨ Open to singers, creatives and curious voices 📍 Private studio in Sarrià (Carrer d'Amigó 42) 🕒 17:30 – 18:45 👥 Only 4 spots available This event is donation-based. If you feel inspired and would like to support the space, contributions are welcome (Bizum / Revolut / Cash). more about me: wwwmorenomike.art Instagram(new) @vocal.lab.bcn

**[GRAB YOUR TICKETS ON OUR WEBSITE](www.barcelonaimprovgroup.com/shows)** The Bluff Education Hour presents an improvised rom-com radio play. Four performers weave voices and sounds into a heart-pounding ride of near-misses, big feelings, and unexpected turns. It's playful, intimate, and boldly unpredictable — where what awaits depends on what we dare to believe. **9:30pm** Doors & Bar Open **10:00pm** Show Starts **Tickets** Early bird 10€ (book by Thursday) General 12€

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💘 **¡Conoce gente nueva!** Únete a nuestro **Speed Dating** en Barcelona: encuentros cara a cara organizados por grupos de edad. ✨ **¿Cómo funciona?** 🪑 Las chicas se sientan, los chicos rotan con una media de 7 minutos. ⏳ Duración: 1:30h. Tendrás una media de 10-12 citas. 💌 Al final, vota si te interesa alguien. Si hay **match**, ¡os pasamos el contacto! 📅 **Horarios:** * Registro chicas: 20:00h * Registro chicos: 20:15h * Evento: 20:30-22:00h 👥 **Grupos de edad:** 30-39 / 40-49 / 50-59 años 📲 **Reserva tu plaza aquí:** 👉 [Bedazzling.es/speed-dating-barcelona/](https://bedazzling.es/speed-dating-barcelona/) 📌 **Nota importante:** La inscripción es válida solo a través de la web y según disponibilidad. ¡No es válida la inscripción aquí en la app! Solemos reunir a una media de 70 personas por evento, hay mucho más de lo que ves aquí, esta app es solo uno de los muchos canales de comunicación de nuestros eventos. 📞 **Dudas? Escríbenos al WhatsApp:** 630001421 🎉 ¡Te esperamos para una noche llena de emociones!

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**(CASTELLANO a continuación 🦀 ENGLISH below )** Avui descobrirem **una de les rutes més espectaculars de la Costa Brava, al cor del Cap de Creus**. Començarem el dia amb un cafè a Cadaqués, un dels pobles més bonics del Mediterrani, abans d’endinsar-nos en un paisatge salvatge que va captivar Salvador Dalí. Al llarg de **14km i 380 m de desnivell**, descobrirem indrets únics com el Paratge de Tudela, el far de Cap de Creus, la Cova de l’Infern i diverses cales amagades on podrem banyar-nos i relaxar-nos. Acabarem la ruta a **Port-Lligat amb un gelat davant la casa de Dalí…** i potser un últim bany abans de tornar a casa amb energies renovades. ❤️ **Ens espera un dia inoblidable... No te'l perdis!** ℹ️ Detalls pràctics **Preu:** 25€ excursió + 4€ autobús llançadora + 17€ cotxe (pagament directe al conductor/a) 👉 **Total: 46€** **Inclou:** Guia titulat, assegurança d'accidents i responsabilitat civil. **Targeta Nature Connect:** Cada 10 rutes... 1 gratuïta 🎁 **🥪 Què cal portar?** * Picnic per dinar + mínim 1,5 L d’aigua * Calçat de muntanya * Banyador i tovallola * Roba en capes (adaptable al temps) ❗️ **Política de cancel·lació** ✅ Fins a 48 h abans: Devolució (–5€ gestió) o canvi per una altra ruta (fins a 6 mesos) ❌ Menys de 48 h: No es fan devolucions ni canvis 📲 Segueix-nos... * 📷 Al nostre Insta 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 a Can Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 **i uneix-te al 👉 [Grup de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H8fQ4srpGthI7j1OWyuBYQ) 👈** per estar informat de properes sortides! Per a + INFO, no dubtis a contactar-me (preferiblement via **WhatsApp**) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 💦 **CASTELLANO** 🐠 Hoy descubriremos **una de las rutas más espectaculares de la Costa Brava, en pleno corazón del Cap de Creus**. Empezaremos el día con un café en **Cadaqués, uno de los pueblos más bonitos del Mediterráneo**, antes de adentrarnos en **un paisaje salvaje que cautivó a Salvador Dalí**. A lo largo de 14km y 380 m de desnivel, descubriremos lugares únicos como el Paraje de Tudela, el faro de Cap de Creus, la Cova de l'Infern y varias calas escondidas donde podremos bañarnos y relajarnos. Terminaremos la ruta en Port-Lligat con un helado frente a la casa de Dalí… y quizás un último baño antes de volver a casa con energías renovadas. ❤️ **Nos espera un día inolvidable... Te lo mereces...** ### ℹ️ Detalles prácticos **Precio:** 25€ excursión + 4€ autobús lanzadera + 17€ coche (pago directo al conductor/a) 👉 **Total: 46€** **Incluye:** Guía titulado, seguro de accidentes y responsabilidad civil. **Tarjeta Nature Connect:** ¡Cada 10 rutas, 1 gratis! 🎁 ### 🥪 Qué hay que traer * Picnic para comer + mínimo 1,5 L de agua * Calzado de montaña * Bañador y toalla * Ropa por capas (adaptable al tiempo) ### ❗️ Política de cancelación ✅ Hasta 48 h antes: Reembolso (–5€ gastos de gestión) o cambio por otra ruta (hasta 6 meses) ❌ Menos de 48 h: No se realizan devoluciones ni cambios 📲 **Síguenos y mantente al día:** * 📷 En Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 En Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Y únete al **👉 [Grupo de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** para estar al día de nuestras próximas salidas **Para + INFO, no dudes en contactarme** (preferiblemente por WhatsApp) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ⚓ **ENGLISH 🐠** Today we’ll discover one of the most spectacular hiking routes on the Costa Brava, in the heart of Cap de Creus. We’ll start the day with a coffee in Cadaqués, one of the most beautiful villages in the Mediterranean, before heading into a wild landscape that inspired Salvador Dalí. Over 13 km with 350 m of elevation gain, we’ll explore unique spots such as the Tudela area, the Cap de Creus lighthouse, the “Cave of Hell,” and several hidden coves where we can swim and relax. We’ll finish the route in Port-Lligat with an ice cream in front of Dalí’s house… and maybe one last swim before heading back feeling refreshed and recharged. ❤️ **Ready for a magical hike? Don’t miss it!** ### ℹ️ Practical details **Price:** €25 guided hike + €4 shuttle bus + €17 car (paid directly to the driver) 👉 **Total: €46** **Includes:** Certified guide, accident insurance and liability insurance. **Nature Connect Card:** Every 10 hikes… get 1 for free! 🎁 ### 🥪 What to bring * Picnic lunch + at least 1.5 L of water * Hiking shoes * Swimsuit and towel * Layered clothing (weather adaptable) ### ❗️ Cancellation policy ✅ Up to 48 hours before: Refund (–€5 admin fee) or reschedule within 6 months ❌ Less than 48 hours: No refunds or changes 📲 **Stay connected:** * 📷 On Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 On Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Join our **👉 [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** to stay updated on upcoming outings **For more info, feel free to contact me** (preferably via WhatsApp) ☎️ **+34 609 309 797 (Jordi)**

**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.

**TBA**

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

Join us for **Ben Frain**'s talk ... Ben's book "Responsive Web Design With HTML5 and CSS" caught my attention (and should interest you as well). Find it here: [https://rwd.education/](https://rwd.education/) ***Bring your laptop and expect to write some (non-AI generated) code!*** 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. 4. As the Etch toolset evolves, so too will the class outline below. **Introduction:** Our Site Building with Etch class provides detailed instructions on the philosophy of the Etch development framework, as well as in-depth, hands-on instruction on using the Etch environment and associated tools. Anyone familiar with Kevin Geary and the Digital Gravy set of products will tell you that they offer ground-breaking approaches to professional WordPress site development. As we write this, the Etch toolset and environment are rapidly taking shape, with weekly quantum leaps forward in WordPress development methodologies. As early investors in the Etch product offering and its development process, we are actively testing and evaluating the toolset as it takes shape. We are beyond excited to see how WordPress site development is being modernized, and can't wait to bring this course set to you. It will be a paradigm shift in page and site development within WordPress, as well as moving your development mindset light-years forward. Join us as we explore Etch and dive deep into development approaches that will genuinely elevate your craft as a website developer and agency provider. Scalable, responsive, compliant websites are now within easy reach, and Etch provides both the platform and toolset to take you there. **The breakdown of the 10-class series is as follows:** * Class 01 - TBD * Class 02 - TBD * Class 03 - TBD * Class 04 - TBD * Class 05 - TBD * Class 06 - TBD * Class 07 - TBD * Class 08 - TBD * Class 09 - TBD * Class 10 - TBD Throughout the class sessions listed above, we cover the following key areas of web development with Etch: * **Introduction to Etch Interface:** * Familiarization with the toolset's layout and understanding how to navigate and interact with its various components. * **Visual Site Building:** * Techniques for creating layouts using Etch's interface, incorporating sections, divs, containers, and elements to build semantically correct page structures. * **Styling and Design:** * Utilizing Etch's styling approach 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, and even built-in fields) to build data-driven websites. * **Component Building:** * Creating and managing reusable components for headers, footers, post type layouts, and other site-wide elements. * **Performance Optimization:** * Understanding how Etch 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 Etch, catering to both beginners and experienced web developers alike.

It feels like we just saw each other 🤷. Join members of the local design and UX community for our monthly breakfast. For May we’re stopping in for Rooh’s popup breakfast/cafe concept. You know someone is getting the lobster yuzu croissant, and that’s not even the prettiest thing on the menu!.

Topic to be announced. **CALL FOR SPEAKERS** Learn more: https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/ **THANK YOU** *VEEAM* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Veeam*, please visit their website: https://www.veeam.com/ **DIRECTIONS** 8800 Lyra Dr #450 · Columbus, OH go to 4th floor. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com