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#94: AI 双面圆桌派 02 ~ AI 时代的理财之道
你有没有试过,让 AI 帮你解释 ETF、看一只股票、算退休,或者判断该不该提前还房贷?
它说得很快。
也很像那么回事。
但理财最难的,常常不是看懂一个产品。
而是看清自己的约束:收入、家庭、税务、房贷、风险承受力,还有你晚上能不能睡得着。
这一场,我们继续用「AI 双面圆桌派」的方式,聊 AI + 理财。
我们会聊几个普通人真的会遇到的问题:
* AI 能帮我们省下哪些查资料、做比较、读文件的时间?
* 为什么同样收入、同样资产的两个家庭,答案可能完全不同?
* AI 给出的投资观点,普通人可以怎么验证,而不是直接相信?
* 金融平台越来越智能之后,效率、推荐和用户保护之间怎么平衡?
* 当金融骗局从群发话术变成个性化关系,我们该如何提高警觉?
这不是一场投资课。
也不会给个股推荐。
我们更想聊的是:
AI 可以帮我们更快看懂信息,但它不能替我们承担后果。
***嘉宾介绍***
**Melinda Hu, CFP**
加拿大 CFP 注册财务规划师,拥有 20 年中加税务与财富规划经验,专注小企业与家庭的税务及退休规划。她长期关注 AI 对财务规划行业的影响,也关注在技术快速变化的时代,人们如何重新理解财富、风险与安全感。
**Alex Luo**
资深 IT 软件架构师,15 年深耕云技术、AI 人工智能与科技金融行业。金融创业 5 年,致力于中产阶级财商教育和理财服务,关注 AI 在金融行业的应用和发展。
***About Startup4Chinese***
Started in August 2017, Startup4Chinese's mission is to INSPIRE, EMPOWER, and CONNECT entrepreneurial minds not only among Chinese but beyond. We want to inspire your passionate entrepreneurship spirit, empower your brilliant startup idea, and connect you with your future reliable partner. We value Openness. We provide Pragmatic topics. We want to help you succeed!
***关于OneHub***
OneHub商业咨询是一家领先的加拿大咨询公司,提供商业咨询和顾问服务,帮助中小企业增长和成功。该公司以其战略咨询方面的专业知识而闻名,包括商业计划、市场研究、财务建模和数字化转型。创始人Eddie Lee有30多年企业实务经验,他注意到创业者常常面临相同的问题。OneHub团队,就是要为为初创企业或中小型企业遇到的问题提供全面解决方案。
***About OneHub***
OneHub Business Consulting is a leading Canadian consulting company that provides business consulting and advisory services to help small and medium-sized enterprises grow and succeed. The company is known for its expertise in strategic consulting, including business planning, market research, financial modeling, and digital transformation. Founder Eddie Lee has over 30 years of practical experience in the corporate world and noticed that entrepreneurs often face similar problems. The OneHub team aims to provide comprehensive solutions for the issues encountered by startups or small to medium-sized businesses.
💅Ladies' Game Night at LVLUP GAMES!
Calling all womxn! Join us for a fun-filled evening of laughter and connection at our Ladies' Game Night — the perfect night out for game-loving gals or anyone looking to try something new in a relaxed and welcoming space.
👯♀️ This is a chance to meet new people, and enjoy a night just for the girls.
🃏 What to expect:
A curated selection of fun and easy-to-learn board games
Cozy, inviting atmosphere perfect for socializing
Delicious café drinks, light bites, and sweet treats
Friendly host to help you pick or learn games
🗓️ When: Every other Sunday from 4:00-7:00PM
🏷️ Price: Standard seating fee of $8 + tax per person.
So grab your girls—or come make some new friends—and get ready for a night of good games, great vibes, and even better company!
✨ All experience levels welcome! Hope to see you there :)
This event is open to to anyone that identifies as a womxn aged 16+. Tickets may be purchased in advance through lvlupgames.ca (https://lvlupgames.ca/products/girls-game-night) or in store.
Beach Volleyball All level Learn and Play
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Welcome to beach volleyball All Level Learn and Play Event in Spanish Banks. If you never play before but want to, no worry, you can learn basic skills over here. All the equipment is prepared. This event is for come to meet new friends, improve your volleyball skill and build your team. **Only 20 spots**
**If you can HOST our volleyball event, peope learn basic Skills from you. Reserve as HOST, get paid**
* People will **learn basic skills and rules from** **Our Host Leon** in the first hour.
* In the next hour, we will be divided into the different teams to play on the court.
* People who purchase the summer pass will be put into the same team, play with your same team players and build your team.
**Drop In $10**
**Flash Sale 2026 All summer Pass $69**
and May 17 2026 - Sep 6 2026 Sunday (No Events in Holiday or Raining)
[https://www.extremelyshy.com/toronto&RAP1VF](https://www.extremelyshy.com/toronto&RAP1VF)
**Book online only**, you will receive details and contact information in your confirmation email. Show your QR code to our host Natalie to verify.
Legal Stuff - Liabilities, Obligations, and Responsibilities
We are a group composed of volunteers. We are NOT a professional organization or pro trail guides and/or pro event organizers. However, as a group of friends and acquaintances, we will look out for each other. The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible and liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during, and at any time after this event. By RSVPing "Yes", for this event, You acknowledge that you fully understand and accept the aforementioned conditions and following event attendance conditions and, you are solely responsible for your health, safety, and well-being before, during, and at any time after the event as stated previously. All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event
Sunday Night with Friends! (Dinner, Cocktails and Conversations)
Hello everyone,
I'd like to invite you out to our **Sunday Night with Friends-Dinner, Cocktails and Conversations** get together.
-Reserved seating, friendly people, good conversation and great food awaits!
So please plan to join us if you can :)
\*Joined by my other groups too; so we can anticipate a fantastic evening
**Time: 6:30 p.m. -9:30 p.m.**
**Location:** La Carnita - Good Fortune Bar (Main Floor)
**Address:** 130 Eglinton Ave. Toronto, ON M4P 2X9
Free Paring on Eglinton on Sundays on the North Side (Just East of the Restaurant)
Event Details Bellow:
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host)
Event Details:
**Sunday Night with Friends! (Dinner, Cocktails and Conversations)**
-The great thing about this dinner party is you're free to move around to different tables and meet the other members too throughout the evening
**Dinner Party Topics** may include but not limited too: Travel, Culture, Spirituality, Relationships, Modern Dating, Life after Marriage, Work/Life balance, Art, Technology, Economy, Music, Movies, Sports, Fashion, Hobbies, Books, Psychology, Philosophy, the Future, History, Pop Culture, Theatre, Living the Good life etc.)
**Arrival Time:**
\*Join us any time between 6:30 pm and 7:15 pm (if you can) for a fun and highly interactive evening as we get to know the members over dinner and great conversations (of your choice)
Event goes until roughly 9:30 pm (stay later if you like)
**Event Fee:**
5 dollars (cash only please) (HST included)
or in advance by e transfer to **[steveflemming11@gmail.com](http://steveflemming11@gmail.com/)**
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**Friendly Reminder:**
\*One beverage or appetizer minimum to support the venue- this is greatly appreciated :)
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**Parking Available:**
\*Plenty of free street parking on Eglinton and (Residential area south/east of venue for free)
**Close to Subway Station:**
\*Also right beside the Yonge/Eglinton subway station
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Badminton Enthusiast
This group is for badminton enthusiasts who are passionate about exploring the connections between metabolism, energy, and exercise. We are welcome beginner plus, intermediate and advance level players looking to improve your skill or a seasoned player seeking to optimize your performance on the court, this group is for you! Join us for friendly games. This badminton session is a weekly event and it is followed with dinner together but it is optional.
Birdies: Please bring one birdie with you. However, if you are intermediate plus or advanced level, bring two birdies with you.
Court fee: It will be informed at the comment section by 4pm. Cost per person is either
$216 (for 4 courts), $162 (for 3 courts) or $108 (for 2 courts) divided by the number of players attended. My email address for etransfer is: lingseilau@yahoo.com
Sunday Morning Soccer
Sunday Morning Pick-Up Soccer - 7:30am to 9:00am
Markham Soccer Dome
5300 14th Ave, Markham (McCowan and 14th)
Indoor Turf Field.
Game Play: 7 v 7
Fee: $15
Please EMT to miguel.jamal@gmail.com
ALL AGES AND SKILL LEVELS WELCOME!!!
Download the APP - Canadian Soccer Club OR
Please go to www.canadiansoccerclub.com
The App can be downloaded via Google Play or Apple Store.
Click Register and create a profile.
Log in using your credentials and select day you would like to play
Please RSVP on Field 1.
\*\*\*\*ALL PLAYERS MUST RSVP ON Canadian Soccer Club APP TO PLAY\*\*\*\*
Games will begin at 10:00pm sharp. Players are requested to arrive by 9:50pm to pick teams and kick-off at 10:00pm sharp
Players are responsible to bring the following:
* Cleats or Turf Shoes
* A white jersey and a black/dark jersey
* Shin Guards (Strongly Recommended)
If you have any questions, please contact the organizers at admin@canadiansoccerclub.com
Thank you and look forward to seeing you guys out there.
Sunday Afternoon Tennis - York University TENNIS N TUNES (12 noon to 2pm)🔊🎵📻
Welcome to **TENNIS AND TUNES 2026 edition!** Join us **(12 noon to 2pm)** for some **fun** and **friendly** **CASUAL HITTING TENNIS** at Fountainhead Tennis Club - University Heights (two blocks form **FINCH WEST STATION / right across from SENTINEL STATION TTC -LINE 6**). This is a TENNIS AND TUNES event 🔊🎵🎶📻 **which means loud music will be played during the meet up**. Hope to see you there! :)
**FRIENDLY REMINDER : BEFORE** confirming your RSVP, please review the following meet-up guidelines and group rules.
General Rules and Guidelines:
1. This is a **CASUAL HITTING** meet-up. It is **NOT** a competitive tennis gathering. Due to limited court availability we will only engage in **casual rallies**.
2. Upon arrival, please check in with the event organiser. This is important for attendance purposes and assigning hitting partners for the session.
3. Should you decide to bring your own tennis balls, please make sure they are distinctively initialled. If not, a meet-up Sharpie will be available (from the host) for you to do so.
4. **GTA Racquet Player members are expected, at all times during the meet-up, to observe a *courteous demeanour* and a *positive sporting spirit* towards fellow players.**
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Volleyball Foundations 3 — Build Skills & Confidence | May 24-June 21 (15+)
**Volleyball Foundations 3 — Connect Your Skills & Play with Confidence (15+)**
Ready to move beyond isolated skills and start playing with flow and purpose? Volleyball Foundations 3 is designed for players who are ready to connect their techniques and develop real game awareness in a team setting.
In this progressive clinic, you’ll focus on integrating your skills into live, rally-based play:
• **Reading the Ball:** Anticipate trajectory and react earlier to stay one step ahead
• **Defense:** Improve footwork, positioning, and overall court coverage
• **Attacking:** Learn the 3-step approach and develop controlled, effective hits over the net
You’ll also begin to understand the rhythm of the game through continuous play. Sessions emphasize “wash drills” and extended rallies, helping you stay engaged, make decisions under pressure, and build confidence during longer points.
Players will be introduced to the **6-Up defensive system** and develop strong on-court communication skills to navigate fast-paced, unpredictable situations.
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**Who This Clinic Is For:**
• Players who have completed Volleyball Foundations 2 or have a strong base in passing, setting, and serving
• Players ready to develop game awareness, teamwork, and rally consistency
• Athletes looking to feel more confident playing in game-speed environments
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**Location:** Miles Nadal JCC — 750 Spadina Ave. (enter through Spadina doors)
**Format:** Group instruction led by an experienced, supportive coach
**Registration Required in Advance**
RSVP’ing on Meetup does not reserve your spot.
[Register here](https://app.amilia.com/store/en/miles-nadal-jcc/api/Activity/Detail?activityId=yQ90BGe)
☎️ Or call 416-924-6211 ext. 0
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**Early Bird Discount:**
Register by April 26 at 10 PM to receive **10% off** sessional registration.
***
**Why Join?**
• Learn to connect skills into fluid, game-like play
• Improve decision-making, timing, and court awareness
• Build confidence in rallies through continuous, high-energy gameplay
• Develop communication and teamwork within a structured system
Take the next step toward real gameplay—where skills come together, rallies get longer, and confidence truly starts to show.
9AM Sunday Morning Badminton @ CA Badminton
Cost: $16 per person (includes feather birdies). Plastic birdies are available upon request.
Payment: Cash is preferred and should be made before playing.
E-Transfer (EMT) or debit card payments are accepted (plus applicable taxes).
Time: Sundays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
1370 Birchmount Rd, Unit #6
(Closest intersection: Birchmount Rd & Lawrence Ave)
Requirements:
Racquets: Bring your own racquet. Rentals are available at the club if needed.
Shoes: Please bring indoor gym shoes and change into them at the club before entering the courts.
Winter Reminder: Ensure you change into court shoes before stepping onto the courts during the winter months.
Rules and Guidelines:
No outside food is allowed.
This meetup is open to players of all skill levels (beginner to advanced).
The primary purpose is to play friendly doubles games.
This event is not intended for singles matches or formal training sessions.
Attendance is capped based on court availability. Waitlisted participants may be moved to the confirmed list as space allows, with priority given to regular attendees and those with reliable RSVP history.
No Drop-ins: Only individuals on the confirmed “Going” list are allowed to attend. Unregistered participants will be asked to leave.
Cancellation Policy:
Please cancel at least 48 hours in advance if you cannot attend. Failure to do so will result in being marked as a no-show. Repeated no-shows may lead to removal from future “Going” lists.
Japanese-English Language Exchange 英語と日本語交流会 (Free/無料)
\*\*Let's make friends, learn English or study Japanese, and have fun :)\*\*
\*\*英語と日本語を一緒に学びましょう!\*\*
このイベントは、英語と日本語のラングエッジエクスチェンジです。英会話を学びたい方、ぜひご参加ください!
1対1での会話なので、自分のペースでお話できます
🙆♀️
■ 日時 : 毎週日曜 16時\~18時
■ 場所 : The foodcourt inside North York Centre building on east side of Yonge Street, nearby to Subway restaurant and Booster Juice.
■ 費用 : 無料
■ 詳細 : 1セッション40分(英語20分、日本語20分)。2セッション行います。セッション毎に会話の相手を変えて行います!
■ 参加人数 : 最大14人 / 7組
※ 基本的に1対1での会話ですが、どうしても人数が揃わない場合は3人1組での会話となります。
■ 参加条件
英語学習者: 日本人、もしくは日本語をネイティヴレベルで話せる方
日本語学習者: 英語を母国語とされる方、もしくは英語をネイティブレベルで話せる方
■ 注意事項
1.イベントへのサインアップは、月曜日の午前8時~金曜日の午後8時までとなっております。
2.当イベントは、1対1でのラングエッジエクスチェンジのため、主催者側で人数に偏りがでないよう調整させていただいております。したがいまして、サインアップ(=参加表明)後は、以下の流れで参加可否が決定されます。
① サインアップ後は自動的にまず”Waiting list”に入ります。
② 人数調整に問題がない場合、主催者側が”Going”に登録します。
※ やむを得ず欠席する場合は、遅くとも2日前までに主催者へご連絡ください。
※ 無断欠席された場合は、次回以降Waiting listの最後に登録され、参加への優先度が低くなりますのでご注意下さい。
※ 無断欠席が続いた場合は、グループから削除される場合があります。ご了承ください。
※ 1対1のイベントのため、時間厳守でお願いいたします。
See you soon!
お会いできるのを楽しみにしています
☺️
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This is a language exchange for those who are primarily interested in 1-on-1 conversation practice for English and Japanese.
\*\*Timetable \*\*
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm (Eastern Time Zone)
There are two sessions. Each session runs 40 minutes with half of it in English and the other half in Japanese. We will change partners after 40 minutes.
\*\*Event Capacity: 14 members max (7 pairs)\*\*
Group Size (2 people, max 3)
See you soon!
\*\*Minimum Requirements:
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Please note that all English speakers must meet the \*\*minimum requirement\*\* of being able to read \*\*some\*\* \*\*Hiragana\*\* or \*\*Katakana\*\* before joining the group. This is to ensure that we all members can actively participate and take part in our one on one language exchange. If you do not meet this requirement, we encourage to take Japanese lessons before joining our group.
\*\*RSVP Rules
**😁**
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1\. RSVP opens on Monday at 8:00am and closes on Fri night at 8:00pm\.
2.To be fair to all members, all RSVP’s will be automatically moved the wait list until the organizer assigns partners and confirms your attendance by changing your status to "Going". This is to ensure that everyone can be paired with a native speaker of the language that they are learning. If you are confirmed and need to change your RSVP, please be considerate to your partner but giving us at least two days prior notice. No shows will be moved to the bottom of the waitlist for future events. If you are a repeat no show, you may be removed from the group. Attendees who are not confirmed for this event and show up will be asked to leave and sign up for the next event to members who are confirmed for this meet up. Pairing will be announced by 10pm the day before so please ensure that you check the event page to find out who your partner is before attending.
Practise your English or Japanese and make some International Friends across North York and Toronto! Join us whether you are studying English, am interested in Japanese Culture, Language & Culture, or are simply just looking for Cultural Activities or making friends. We welcome anyone across the Greater Toronto Area from North York, Downtown Toronto, Scarborough, Richmond Hill, Markham, Mississauga, Brampton, etc.
The Rise and Fall of Tang Dynasty
Join us for an engaging history discussion as we explore the rise and fall of the Tang Dynasty after the reign of Li Shimin/Emperor Taizong. From the consolidation of imperial power under Emperor Gaozong and Wu Zetian to the dazzling prosperity of the High Tang, this period saw China become one of the most cosmopolitan and powerful civilizations in the world. Yet beneath its poetry, trade, military expansion, and cultural brilliance, the Tang also faced court rivalries, frontier pressures, regional warlords, devastating rebellions, and the gradual collapse of central authority.
**Topics for Discussion**
* The Reign of Emperor Gaozong
* Wu Zetian and the Zhou Dynasty
* The Restoration of the Tang
* Emperor Xuanzong and the High Tang Era
* Chang’an as a Cosmopolitan Capital
* Tang Poetry and Cultural Flourishing
* The Equal-field System and Tax Reforms
* The Silk Road and Tang Foreign Relations
* The Expansion into Central Asia
* The Battle of Talas
* Yang Guifei and Court Politics
* The An Lushan Rebellion
* The Rise of Military Governors
* The Decline of Imperial Authority
* The Huang Chao Rebellion
* Zhu Wen and the Fall of Tang
Moll Flanders by Daniel Defoe
For May, we'll read Moll Flanders by Daniel Defoe
313 pages
First published in 1722
About the book:
Born and abandoned in Newgate Prison, Moll Flanders is forced to make her own way in life. She duly embarks on a career that includes husband-hunting, incest, bigamy, prostitution and pick-pocketing, until her crimes eventually catch up with her. One of the earliest and most vivid female narrators in the history of the English novel, Moll recounts her adventures with irresistible wit and candour-and enough guile that the reader is left uncertain whether she is ultimately a redeemed sinner or a successful opportunist.
Toronto Language Exchange | Practice Spanish & English (In-Person)
Join our **Spanish–English Language Exchange** Meetup and improve your conversation skills in a relaxed, social environment. This **free event** is perfect for anyone looking to practice Spanish or English while meeting new people. We meet in cozy coffee shops, outdoors in parks, and sometimes get together to enjoy social events and local festivals while practicing languages and building community.
### **🗣️ What You’ll Do**
* Practice Spanish and English through real conversations
* Join small groups and switch languages throughout the event
* Learn practical vocabulary and everyday expressions
* Build confidence speaking in a supportive environment
### **👥 Who Should Attend**
* Spanish learners (all levels)
* English learners (all levels)
* Native speakers who want to help others
* Anyone interested in language exchange and cultural connection
### **☕ Venue**
If we meet at a local coffee shop—just grab a drink and enjoy the conversation!
### **💸 Cost**
**FREE event** (please support the venue by purchasing a drink)
### **🌟 Why Join?**
Language exchanges are one of the most effective ways to learn. You’ll improve faster by speaking with real people, hearing authentic accents, and using the language in everyday situations.
Whether you're a beginner or fluent speaker, you’ll find a welcoming community ready to practice and connect.
**👉 RSVP now and start speaking with confidence!**
As our language exchange community continues to grow, we’ll be moving around Toronto and meeting in different locations across the city. Please make sure to check the event location before each meeting and stay tuned for updates and announcements.
Our gatherings may take place indoors or outdoors—at coffee shops, parks, festivals, markets, or any event you think could work well for our group. Since we all come from different countries and cultures, this is a great opportunity to explore and enjoy all kinds of celebrations and experiences—not just Latin activities.
**Thank you for helping make this group grow and stay dynamic!**
**Héctor**
Web Standards Events Near You
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Page Building with Bricks (Class 05 of 10) (FEE BASED)
**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.
Columbus PHP: Monthly Meetup
Our monthly PHP meetup.
A virtual shindig courtesy of Zoom. Check back here for the details around 6:15 pm
June 2026 AWS Columbus - Topic to be announced
Topic to be announced.
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**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
QA or The Highway 2026
QA or the Highway is a one-day, affordable, regional, professional conference featuring real-world experience and thought leadership in the QA and testing industry.
This is a ticketed event please register here:
https://www.qaorthehwy.com/
Featured Keynote Speakers:
**Matthew-Hope Eland** **(Wizard at Leading EDJE)** \- An AI Specialist and Wizard at Leading EDJE who is known to teach software engineering\, AI\, and data science concepts in the most ridiculous ways possible\. Matt has used machine learning to settle debates over whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie\, reinforcement learning to drive the behavior of digital squirrels\, data analytics to suggest improvements to his favorite TV show\, and AI agents to play board games and create an AI agent with the personality of a dog\. Matt is the author of "Data Science in \.NET with Polyglot Notebooks" and "Refactoring with C\#" as well as several LinkedIn Learning courses\. Matt helps organize the Central Ohio \.NET Developer Group\, runs several blogs and a YouTube channel\, has a Master’s of Science in Data Analytics\, and is a current Microsoft MVP in AI and \.NET\.
**Tatyana Arbouzova** **(CEO at Innovate QA)** \- Tatyana Arbouzova is an engineering and business leader with a strong background in Quality Engineering across multiple industries\, including Big Tech\, Healthcare\, and Entertainment\. She has held leadership roles at world\-class companies such as Microsoft\, VMware\, Disney\, and The Pokémon Company International\, where she focused on building quality\-driven cultures and scaling teams to deliver high\-impact products\. With decades of experience\, Tatyana has helped organizations transform their quality practices so teams can deliver software efficiently\, confidently\, and with measurable business outcomes\. Today\, Tatyana advises software companies on adopting AI to optimize quality practices and improve how software is delivered at scale\. She is also a passionate community builder and the founder of Innovate QA\, a thriving Seattle\-based community and conference for quality professionals\.
[Nathan Leiberman: Tailwind CSS: The Perfect Wingman for Frontend Projects] #12
Join us for **[Nathan Leiberman](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-richard-lieberman/)**'s talk ...
Had enough of writing the same flex classes for the hundredth time? Tired of diving into your coworker’s cobbled container class? Tailwind CSS is here to save your sanity.
Tailwind gives you a well-organized, utility-first approach to styling. This CSS framework eliminates naming debates, halts stylesheet scavenger hunts, and satisfies your marketing team’s whims with clear, composable class names and a powerful configuration system. You’ll spend less time fighting CSS and more time building beautiful interfaces.
In this talk, I’ll walk through an interactive demo of Tailwind CSS and cover the following topics:
* Set up Tailwind CSS in your project
* Understand Tailwind’s utility classes and how they work
* Integrate breakpoints and dark mode like a pro
* Customizing Tailwind to fit your style
Ditch your spaghetti stylesheets and come see how Tailwind CSS can make your project lighter, cleaner, and a lot more fun to build. Your future self will thank you.
***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




























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