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Looking for some laughs to shake off the Monday blues? Come join us at **The Clubhouse: Laietana** at **7:30pm every Monday** to start your week with a spark! Come by early to get your seat and to grab a drink and some comfort food from Nikki's to enjoy during the show. 🔥Coming in Hot 🔥 is a **fun** **&** **free** **open mic comedy** show in Barcelona featuring hot new material from a curated lineup of local and traveling comedians. Hosted by BCN-based comedians Clarice and Maggie, Coming in Hot serves up fresh jokes, fire comedians, and a room ready to ignite. Follow us at **@cominginhot.comedy** and reach out if you’d like to perform! **Coming in Hot** * **Mondays 7:30pm** * **Free** * **English** * **Stand-up comedy open mic** * **The Clubhouse: Laietana** * **@cominginhot.comedy** More info (reserve your spot or just show up!) https://thecomedyclubhouse.es/events/coming-in-hot-open-mic-monday/

**Ready for networking that goes beyond the basics?** For this TechTribe, we’re trying something different: **Tech Speed Debating**. 🗣️ What is **Tech Speed Debating**? It is a friendly, fast-paced activity where we explore different opinions on tech. Don't worry, you don't need to be an expert! The goal is to exchange ideas, hear how others think, and get to know the community better through the topics we're passionate about. We’ve all been to networking events where you get stuck on "What do you do?" and "Where do you work?" This format is designed to skip the small talk. Inspired by community events like [Aknostic](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/aknostic_aknostic-techcommunity-keit-activity-7303782864733556737-_EA0/) and [Dutch Cloud Native Day 2025](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/pacobernab%C3%A9_cloud-cloudnative-opensource-activity-7341360431699017729-Mhnt/), we’ve gathered a list of "spicy" tech topics 🌶️ to discuss for you: general open questions about how we work, the tools we use, and where the industry is headed. **ℹ️ How does it work?** You’ll be paired up for 10 minutes to chat about a specific topic. There are no wrong answers! Whether you’ve been an engineer for 20 years or you’re currently transitioning into tech, your unique background brings a fresh lens to the conversation. Once the timer goes off, you’ll switch partners and topics. It’s a fast, fun way to meet the tribe and see the tech world through someone else's eyes. **📒 The Agenda** * **18:30:** Doors open and host presentation 👋 * **19:00:** **Tech** **Speed Debating Begins!** * **20:00:** Mingling. **📅 Date:** April 27th 2026, 18:30 - 21:00 **📍 Location:** **[Factorial](https://factorial.es/) (NEW office)** \- Carrer de Llacuna 56\, edificio C\, Barcelona \| [https://maps.app.goo.gl/baTqk9H8m3ACK4jD7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/baTqk9H8m3ACK4jD7) We appreciate **[Factorial](https://factorial.es/)**'s generosity in hosting us at their Barcelona office and for providing snacks & refreshments. Thank you so much 🙌 **Who can join:** * This event is for **women+** (including trans and non-binary people) of all backgrounds. Whether you’re a student, job seeker, career changer, or professional in tech, you’re welcome here! * If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, let us know at the event. **Learn more:** * Discover more about **TechFems** on our **[Website](https://techfems.org/)**[ ](https://techfems.org/)and follow us on **[LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/techfems)** * Check out our **[Event Calendar](https://techfems.org/events-calendar/)** * Please read our **[Code of Conduct](https://techfems.org/codeofconduct/)** **Important:** By registering, you agree to the **TechFems** [Privacy Policy](https://techfems.org/privacy-policy/) and [Code of Conduct](https://techfems.org/codeofconduct/).

Bienvenido a EAT & MEET. Los eventos donde todos los lunes en KCN sacamos nuestra vena más #foodie y la combinamos con el #networking. Si eres de Barcelona o alrededores o vas a estar por aquí con la intención de hacer negocios, emprender y dar a conocer tu proyecto entre empresarios de la zona queremos invitarte a un evento que marca la diferencia. Maridajes, comidas, cenas y desayunos con un elemento común. Hacer negocios y ampliar tu red de contactos. Los EAT & MEET son encuentros empresariales donde puedes crear sinergias que aceleren y hagan crecer tu proyecto en un entorno distendido. Distendido pero profesional. Nuestro objetivo es salir de los despachos y las reuniones impersonales de Zoom y hablar cara a cara contigo. Por eso este Tardeo de Networking del 27 de abril para profesionales. En este evento te ofrecemos la oportunidad de participar en un tardeo de negocios. Todo esto maridado no solo con buena compañía sino con una oportunidad de crecer. Nuestros EAT & MEET causan furor entre los socios. Regístrate en el enlace para reservar tu plaza: https://app.clubdenetworking.es/event/tardeodenetworkingbarcelonasants27deabril-h6bjqohc/FLobera

Únete a nuestro grupo para un taller especial de autoconocimiento y crecimiento personal, donde exploraremos temas como desarrollo personal, gestión emocional y la conciencia sobre uno mismo. A través de la metodología Gestalt, dinámicas de movimiento, ejercicios prácticos y reflexiones, te invito a embarcarte en un viaje de exploración interna para descubrir tu potencial, abrazar tu vulnerabilidad y transformar patrones de comportamiento. En este espacio conectarás y compartirás con otros miembros que también buscan crecer y evolucionar en un ambiente seguro, de apoyo y confianza. **Regálate un espacio para tu bienestar emocional y mental.** TALLER REGULAR Todos los lunes De 19h a 21h Coste: 80€ al mes **EARLY BIRD: 60€/ mes hasta el 11 de ENERO**. En RAI Associació (Born) INSCRIPCIONES al correo: marinadecclesiis@gmail.com * INFO Pagina web: http://bit.ly/45WGgV3

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🚀 **Ready to Master Your Public Speaking and Communication Skills?** Join **Success Toastmasters Barcelona** and become part of a vibrant, supportive community where you'll gain the confidence to speak clearly, think on your feet, and connect with any person or audience! 🎤 **Why Join Us?** * **Master Public Speaking:** Learn to craft and deliver powerful speeches with confidence and clarity. Each session is developed through prepared speeches, which are later evaluated, giving you constructive feedback to improve your skills. * **Think Fast & Speak Smart:** Practice responding to unexpected, challenging or even awkward questions with ease and confidence. **Ever been asked something like…** *"What made you decide to share that embarrassing story?"* *"What are your weaknesses?"* *"Who made you think that way?"* *"Why do you believe your approach is the right one?"* *"What is the greatest challenge of your life?"* *"Can you explain why your last project failed?"* *"Do you think everyone should agree with your opinion?"* These questions can be uncomfortable because they touch on sensitive topics or make you feel judged. At **Success Toastmasters Barcelona**, **you’ll build the confidence to handle tough questions and respond to unexpected challenges with poise and clarity**. * **Talk About Anything and with Anyone:** Develop the skills to speak confidently on any topic, planned or impromptu. Join us for impromptu speeches and fun dynamics, where everyone can participate from the very first day! * **Build Leadership Skills:** Gain leadership experience by organizing meetings, mentoring others, and managing projects. * **Step Out of Your Comfort Zone:** Overcome shyness and embrace bold, authentic self-expression. We are thrilled to feature **exceptional speakers** who embody confidence and the unique ability to turn any topic into an opportunity. Their journey and expertise **will inspire you to approach every conversation with self-assurance and use your voice to your advantage**. This is your chance **to learn firsthand how to communicate persuasively and transform challenges into strengths!** 🌍 **Inclusive, Diverse & Supportive Community** * **Open to everyone - no prior experience needed!** * **Hybrid Format:** In person in the heart of **Barcelona** or online from anywhere in the world. * 🌍 Our meetings are held **in English!** * 💲**Visiting a meeting as a guest Is totally FREE!** * There is no fee for guests requested by the Success club, but the **Hotel requests one compulsory drink (Wine, Beer or Soft drink) per person (7€)**. * It Would be a pleasure to meet you and accept you in our club. Step up to the challenge and join us! * **No pressure!** Simply come and watch if you’re not ready to participate yet. 📅 **When?** 🕕 **Time: 19:00** 📍 **Location:** ICON BCN, Carrer de Roger de Llúria, 21, L'Eixample, 08010 Barcelona (ask for more info if you are interested \*\*[success.toastmasters107@gmail.com**!](http://success.toastmasters107@gmail.com%2A%2A!/)) 📩 **Interested?** **Click ATTEND** button or just send us an email at \*\*[success.toastmasters107@gmail.com**](http://success.toastmasters107@gmail.com%2A%2A/) and our **Vice President of Membership** will get back to you with all the details. ✨ **Step up. Speak out. Succeed.** Join **Success Toastmasters Barcelona** and discover the speaker and leader within you! Join our What's app group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Im5u5Cmf1hx6nbJH0tYt70](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Im5u5Cmf1hx6nbJH0tYt70) LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/34658490/admin/dashboard/](https://www.linkedin.com/company/34658490/admin/dashboard/) Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/successtoastmasters/](https://www.instagram.com/successtoastmasters/)

**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

### Learn how to create your own AI team and develop an app in just one day. * Intensive in-person hands-on training * 3 hours * The course is taught in English * From zero to hero * Learn by doing ### The way apps are built is changing – fast The most efficient builders today aren't working alone. They're orchestrating teams of AI agents that design, code, test, and deploy – in parallel. If you're still building everything manually, you're already behind. This workshop teaches you how to create your own AI development team – **a system of specialized agents** working together to take your idea from concept to production. ### What you'll build Your own product idea – not a predefined tutorial. By the end of the workshop, you'll have: * A fully functional web application (live URL) * Backend, database, and APIs connected * Authentication and core product logic * A **reusable AI agent system** you can keep using ### What you'll learn * How to **design and orchestrate an AI agent team** * Splitting work between agents * How to go from idea to spec to execution * Debugging and fixing AI-generated code * Deploying your app live * Creating **systems you can reuse for future products** ### Who this is for * Aspiring founders who want to build their own products * Developers who want to 10x their output with AI * Designers and product thinkers ready to ship ideas * Anyone serious about building real apps fast No advanced AI experience required – but you should have a Plus or Pro subscription for OpenAI, Claude, or GitHub Copilot. Bring your laptop and an idea for the app to build. ### What's included * Practical **hands-on workshop** * Step-by-step **guidance** from experienced developers * Real-time **help and debugging** * Pre-configured workflows and templates * **Post-workshop resources, materials and support** * Networking with other builders ### The outcome By the end of the day you will have: * A live product * A repeatable system to build more * The confidence to go from idea to launch anytime ### Limited spots To keep the workshop highly practical and hands-on, seats are limited to 6.

Second Meetup in April OMG!!! Let's gooo! We have some amazing speakers, and of course, pizza and drinks will be available after the event. ────────── **18:30: Welcome** Grab a drink and a seat until everybody arrives! **18:50 Intro by Host Neciu Dan** **19:00 Front-end testing at Preply: Shifting left towards component testing with Storybook** Speakers: Lukasz Rados and Dominika Szukala, both Senior Frontend Engineers at Preply Preply invested a lot into E2E testing in the past, but this approach wasn’t scaling well for us. With the advent of the company rebrand and the new engineering excellence culture, Preply needed a new approach to front-end testing. We (Dominika and Lukasz) embarked on a project to apply the new Engineering Excellence principles to front-end testing, providing the tools and fixing the current context to steer the whole company toward component tests. **19:25** **AI vs. App Engineer. Claude vs. Stack Overflow,** **or How an Animation Task Can Change the Perception of Your Work** Speaker: Arthur Repin, App Engineer at Preply I had a task, that initially looked like a routine change. Normally, I would handle it the usual way: check the documentation, browse Stack Overflow, try a few naive solutions, iterate, and get it done. But not this time. This is a story about how a wrong estimate can actually pay off later by saving time on future tasks. It’s a journey through misjudged effort, shifting approaches, unexpected struggles, and the lessons learned along the way. It also includes a deep technical dive into React Native animations, exploring complex animation patterns and why achieving smooth performance, especially on Android, is still a challenge. This talk is for engineers who want a deeper understanding of React Native animations and a reminder of why engineers still matter in the age of AI. **19:50: Drinks and networking!** Do you want to talk at this meetup? Reach out to Dan Neciu [on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/neciudan/) And please help us spread the news and grow the community: **20:55 Meetup finished** **(FOR EARLY ACCESS: WE ALWAYS POST FIRST ON SOCIAL MEDIA)** [Twitter(X)](https://x.com/ReactJsBCN) [BlueSky](https://bsky.app/profile/reactbarcelona.bsky.social) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/reactjs-barcelona/) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/reactjs_barcelona/) ────────── **Sponsors:** Preply We power people’s progress. At Preply, we’re creating life-changing learning experiences by pairing the magic of human tutors with the power of AI. We help learners discover the perfect tutor, craft a personalized learning journey, and stay motivated to keep growing – wherever they are in the world. With a global network of 100,000+ tutors teaching 90+ languages across 180 countries, Preply is shaping the future of learning. Backed by $150M in Series D funding, we’ve reached unicorn status and are scaling fast – all while staying grounded in our mission to make learning more personal, powerful, and human. ────────── **Join the Master Security Course for FREE!** Modules 1 & 2 are live now — **Exploits and XSS** — completely free to access. * Understand how common vulnerabilities actually work * Learn to identify and prevent security flaws in your code * Get practical, real-world examples you can apply immediately * Types of XSS + real case studies of XSS in ReactJS and more This is just the beginning — start building security expertise today. [Join here](https://neciudan.dev/master-security)

**Hello, fellow DevOps enthusiasts 🤓** On **April 28th**, we'll meet again for a couple of insightful talks, hosted by **[ERNI](https://www.betterask.erni/es-es/)**! 📍**Location**: El Triangle\, Pl\. de Catalunya\, 1\-4\, 3º planta\, Barcelona \| [https://maps.app.goo.gl/o6PfJFXRxhYPWSwr7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/o6PfJFXRxhYPWSwr7) \-\-\-\-\-\- 📅 **Agenda** * **18:30 - 18:40** Welcome from the hosts * **18:45 - 19:30** Proxmox HCS (Home Cloud Services) * **19:30 - 20:15** FinOps from Code: Controlling Cloud Costs with Terraform and Infracost * **20:15 - 21:00** Networking & Snacks \-\-\-\-\-\- **🎤 Talks & Speakers** * **Title: "Proxmox HCS (Home Cloud Services)"** * **Speaker**: [Oliana Cintas](https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliana-cintas-grau-7a393a160/) - *Senior IT consultant at [ERNI](https://www.betterask.erni/es-es/).* * **Duration**: 30-45 mins * **Abstract**: In this session, Oliana will demonstrate how to use the open-source platform Proxmox to build a personal data center or "HomeLab" for less than 250€. We will walk through a real-world scenario: deploying a frontend web app using a fully automated CI/CD pipeline. You’ll learn how to integrate GitLab, LXC containers, and Terraform to mirror professional environments right from your living room. Stepping into a specialized, high-stakes role can be intimidating—especially when mistakes are costly. DevOps is the perfect example: the "barrier to entry" often feels like it requires a massive enterprise budget just to practice. But is it possible to master production-grade DevOps without breaking the bank? * **About**: Oliana Cintas is a Maker with over 8 years of experience in the automotive sector. He is the former co-owner of a non-profit maker association and an app startup. *** * **Title: "FinOps from Code: Controlling Cloud Costs with Terraform and Infracost"** * **Speaker**: [Julia Lamenza](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlamenza/) - *Senior SRE & Cloud Architect - Consultant* * **Duration**: 30-45 mins * **Abstract**: Cloud costs often become visible only after deployment. In fast-moving environments, engineering teams can unintentionally introduce expensive infrastructure changes with every pull request. This talk explores how to shift left cost awareness by embedding FinOps directly into the development workflow. Using Terraform and Infracost, we can bring real-time cost estimation into pull requests, enabling engineers to understand the financial impact of their changes before deployment. * **About**: Site Reliability Engineer with 13+ years of experience building and operating scalable infrastructure across cloud and hybrid environments. Outside of work, she enjoys speaking at tech events, exploring new places, and building connections within the community. \-\-\-\-\-\- 🔑 **Important Access Note** Our host requires the attendees to provide their ID to grant us access to their offices. **Do not forget to fill in the "NIF - NIE - Passport - email" field** when registering!

**[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€

**UX Hub** is thrilled to welcome you to an event hosted by [Docplanner](https://www.docplanner.com) at their beautiful office in Poblenou, in the heart of Barcelona's innovation district. **Hope in the Age of AI: How Your Design System Just Might Save You** As AI accelerates the pace of production, the fear of being "out-paced" is real. But designers already hold the key to the future: the Design System. Far from just a library of components, a robust Design System sits at the critical intersection of design and code—the exact language AI speaks. In this talk, we’ll explore why the foundations you’ve already built are the ultimate launchpad for AI-driven scale and speed. Learn how to pivot your design system from a static resource into an automated engine, ensuring that as we scale at the speed of light, Design remains the pilot, not just a passenger. **Speaker** [Nikki Plyem](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkiplyem/) is Design Manager of Product Platform at Docplanner. With over 15 years in the design industry, Nikki leads the design in the Product Platform team at Docplanner, where she focuses on building the systems and services that allow design to scale globally. Her career spans award-winning agencies and high-growth Fintech, but her unique approach to design systems is rooted in her earlier life in New York City. Before pivoting to design, Nikki spent years as a professional improviser with a background in Theater and Sociology—disciplines that taught her how to navigate complex human systems and collaborate in real-time. **Hosts** This event is hosted by [Docplanner](https://www.docplanner.com), a global healthcare platform focused on making access to care simpler, from discovery to booking. They design tools for both patients and clinics, shaping how millions of people experience healthcare every day. **Location:** Docplanner, Omron Europe, [Carrer de Josep Pla, 2, Sant Martí, 08019 Barcelona](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x12a4a35a284a30e3:0xffdc5d7e01ee12a?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111) **To join us, just:** ✅ RSVP here on Meetup ✅ Answer [this form](https://48db4b2d.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFALfB0bn_p1G9zS7yYICl8fr4aT-cjBYl7Ow1DKvi6gv1FzDSE3Dt9fmIH5k78PONlJNEn2S6UnpOuo_VNIeUd69dkI5RJ0kaw7TjtxPjtwYy8KKc80BkMTozTqyRXiKCcXK9G8y-NccOB4S1Ci0SPkuWLJ5BCVWC80yGZ9bhinpCpoBKNV5cyovr3wH4BWM1_lNTf8IsVTvO) **What’s Happening?** * Keynote Talk: Nikki Plyem * Hope in the Age of AI: How Your Design System Just Might Save You * Hosts: Docplanner * Interactive Q&A: Get your questions answered * Community Networking: Connect with fellow designers, AI specialists, and UX thinkers **Details:** **🗓️ Date**: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 **⏰ Time:** 18:30–21:30 📍 **Location:** Omron Europe, [Carrer de Josep Pla, 2, Sant Martí, 08019 Barcelona](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x12a4a35a284a30e3:0xffdc5d7e01ee12a?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111) **Why You’ll Love It:** A discussion about hope for the future of AI and UX. **Agenda:** **18:30 – Door Opens** **19:00 – Introduction** **19:15–20:00 – Talk & Q&A** **20:00–21:30 – Socialization & Fun!** **Educational partner:** [Interaction Design Foundation](https://www.interaction-design.org/turn-passion-into-paycheck?ep=ux-salon-bcn) [Uxcel](https://uxcel.com/) **P.S.** Please make sure to show up on time. **If we reach full capacity, we'll not be able to let you in**, even if you have a ticket!

**THE ACTOR'S INSTRUMENT** is a weekly practice dedicated to developing the actor's primary tool: **the self** **THIS WORK FOCUSES ON:** Presence, responsiveness, imagination and the ability to act truthfully under imaginary circumstances. **IT IS NOT ABOUT PERFORMANCE or RESULT.** **IT IS ABOUT PROCESS, AWARENESS, AND AVAILABILITY** **THE WORK:** * Through structured exercises and guided exploration, actors train: * Attention and concentration * Physical and Vocal awareness * Emotional availability * Imagination and impulse * Connection to partner and enviroment **THE WORK IS ACTIVE, PRACTICAL AND ROOTED IN DOING.** **THE APPROACH:** This is a safe space to practice, not presentation. **Actors are invited to:** * Let go of fixed outcomes * Work moment to moment * Explore without forcing results * Develop sensitivity to impulse and response * The aim is to build an instrument that is awake, responsive and precise. **WHO THIS IS FOR:** * Actors at any stage of their development * Artists interested in deepening their craft * Those looking for a consistent, focused practice **STRUCTURE:** Sessions are * Guided * Participatory * Process-oriented Work may include solo exercises, partner work and group exploration.

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

**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.

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!.

**TBA**

**Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). Topic: This month Chris Pazsint will be talking about Agentic Coding. How does one use CLI Based Agents, and Agentic IDEs such as Cursor, Kiro, Antigravity? How to include agentic coding plugins for IDEs you already love such as Visual Studio Code. We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com