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Asian Background Social: Lounge Asia Melbourne (Easy English) 6pm
๐ Make new international friends in Melbourne. Come alone, practise your English, and enjoy a relaxed social night. ๐
A friendly meetup for networking, language exchange, and real conversation โ open to everyone.
Why People Love Lounge Asia
๐ Asian-focused event
๐ค Many guests come alone
๐ฌ No need for perfect English
๐ No games or forced introductions โ just enjoy the conversation
Lounge Asia began within the Asian community, so people from Asia often feel comfortable and at home here. At the same time, everyone is welcome โ locals, expats, travellers, students, returnees, digital nomads, and globally minded people.
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How to Join
1๏ธโฃ Tap "RSVP" on this page
2๏ธโฃ Show your Meetup QR code at reception
3๏ธโฃ Collect your name tag and start meeting people
โ
Free entry for the first 145 RSVPs
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AUD 5 after the first 145 RSVPs, or within 24 hours before the event
โ
RSVP early to get the best deal
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Limited capacity โ please RSVP early
Many people attend alone, so don't worry if it's your first time.
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How to Find Us
๐ Venue
Diesel Bar & Eatery
Melbourne CBD
โฐ Time
Every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6:00 pm
๐ถ Getting There
Enter via Little Lonsdale St only. No entry from inside Melbourne Central.
Our Lounge Asia organisers will be there to welcome you ๐
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๐บ Please Support the Venue
This event is free or low-cost because the venue supports our community. Please purchase at least one drink during the event. Your support helps us keep organising events at great venues.
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๐ Please Be Respectful
Lounge Asia is a friendly social event where everyone should feel comfortable and welcome.
๐ซ This is NOT a pickup or dating event. Anyone who makes others uncomfortable may be removed immediately.
Not allowed: harassment, unwanted attention, MLM / crypto / religious recruitment, or anything that makes others uncomfortable.
Organisers reserve the right to refuse entry or ask anyone to leave.
๐ชช A valid government-issued photo ID is strictly required for entry. No photo ID, no entry. Driver's licences must be issued by the government of the country where the event is held.
๐ธ Photos and short videos may be taken for community and promotional purposes. If you prefer not to appear, please let an organiser know when you arrive.
โโโโโโโโโโ
Lounge Asia is already growing in Australia and is now expanding across Asia โ Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore.
Our goal is simple: More friendship, more understanding, and more genuine connections across cultures.
๐ฑ Instagram: @_lounge_asia
๐ฅ Watch Event Video: [\[WATCH EVENT VIDEO\]](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNak_cu9CXw)
๐ VIP ACCESS (Founding Members)
Join the VIP list for early access to our official app & special party invites.
[๐GET VIP ACCESS](https://forms.gle/t6GXAjTNFECetVuZ8)
โโโโโโโโโโ
๐ Come say hi!
Hey, come hang out! ๆฅไธ่ตท็ฉๅง๏ผ ไธ่ตทไพ่ๅคฉๅง๏ผ ๆฐ่ปฝใซ้ใณใซๆฅใฆใญ๏ผ ํธํ๊ฒ ๋๋ฌ ์์! เธกเธฒเนเธเธญเธเธฑเธเธเธฐ! Tแปi chฦกi nha! Tara, sali ka na! Yuk, gabung! ะฅะฐะผัะดะฐะฐ ััะณะปะฐัะณะฐะฐั! Komm einfach vorbei! Jom join kita!
See you at Lounge Asia!
Welcome to the next 2026 AWS Melbourne Well-Architected User Group Meetup!
Hi Architects,
Welcome to our next AWS Melbourne Well-Architected User Group Meetup for 2026, including more exceptional speakers and topics! :-D
At each meetup we covered off various pillars in detail, best-practices and insights from industry leaders that specialise in the Well-Architected Framework.
And giving away drones, of course. Lots of drones.
**Please also note that AWS Security now requests a company name and company email where it is available. If you are a student, please list your institution and your student email address at that institution ๐**
Weโll be updating throughout the month with more speakers and our speakers so far this month include:
* **Mike Taylor, Solution Architect, TiDB**
**Will your data infra keep up, if your product goes viral? Well-Architected lessons from Kimi and Manus**
As AI transitions from static prompts to autonomous, action-oriented agents, traditional data architectures often break down under the pressure of unpredictable scaling and relentless write workloads. We will explore the infrastructure of two massive-scale AI platforms, Kimi and Manus, through the lens of the well-architected framework.
* **SkillzLab Well-Architected Build Session**
**Well-Architecting App Build-off**
In this build session, we will have a live build-off with Students competing with AWS Builders and a drone for the most upvoted well-architected app on the night.
This month's menu will include:
* Pizzas
* Beer: Nastro Azzurro
* Wine: Big and red ๐คค
NB: Please check in up the stairs from the ground floor to the Mezzanine Level.
So come join us at 5:30 for a 6pm **SHARP** start, followed by beer, wine, pizza and friendly networking after our talks :-)
Tired of Linkedinโs "thought leadershipโ, spam and advertising?
Join https://well-architected.me/ , the AWS community built for architects, developers and cloud professionals.
* Connect with experienced AWS practitioners
* Preview upcoming AWS Meetups and relive past content
* Create and review beautiful AWS case studies in minutes
* Prepare for AWS certifications with curated quizzes
* Show your manager and reports youโre well-architected
(Please note that by registering to attend you agree to your details being shared as and where required with Amazon Web Services and AWS Well-Architected User Group partners)
Pride Week Board Game Social
**Melbourne's queerest midweek hangout, levelled up for Pride Week!**
Melbourne Gaymers are taking over our board game night for a one off Pride Week special. Free board games, great company, and zero pressure, just roll in and play.
Whether youโre a Settlers of Catan strategist, an Uno wildcard, or just keen for a drink and a laugh, your Wednesday night plans are sorted. No cover charge, no excuses.
๐ **Every Wednesday Night**
๐ 6 PM - 10 PM
๐ Fortress Melbourne, Caledonian Lane
๐ณ๏ธโ๐ Hosted by Melbourne Gaymers
๐ Rock up solo, bring the crew, or team up on the night, it's up to you.
โ๏ธ **Games are free. Drinks are flowing. Good times guaranteed.**
**TERMS & CONDITIONS**
* *Fortress is a licensed venue, and as such, a valid ID is required and checked upon entrance to the premises.*
* *Tickets for this event are non-refundable.*
* *Unaccompanied minors are not permitted in the venue at any time. Please make sure any guests under 18 are accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.*
* *Minors are not allowed in the venue past 8:00 pm*
* *No outside food or drinks.*
*Our Cosplay policy can be found here: [https://fortress.games/cosplay-guidelines](https://fortress.games/cosplay-guidelines)*
*More information on valid forms of identification and Fortress' minors policy can be found here: [www.fortress.games/minors/](https://www.fortress.games/minors/)*
Flutter Melbourne June Coding Night
So we're in the process of ramping up the events with a big focus on AI driven design and engineeering. So to kick it off let's get together and share what we are working on and especially how we Flutter in the world of AI !
This is a combined GDG Melbourne/Flutter Melbourne/CocoaHeads coding night. Members of all three groups will be attending. So only select to ATTEND on one of these groups event pages (not all of them) !
Coding Night is all about everyone learning, collaborating, sharing tips, tricks and very few (if any) presentations.
Bring your laptop and a project you are working on or need help with, you can even bring your resume to get advice!
Everyone is welcome to our all-ages alcohol-free event. Hosted in a professional environment to allow you to work on your project. Get help from industry experts who are on hand to help you out.
Make sure you have your IDE (e.g. VS Code, Cursor, Anti Gavity, Android Studio etc.) of choice already downloaded and installed and something you want to learn or work on.
Doors open at 5:45 PM at our host the Mantel Group, Level 2/452 Flinders St Melbourne. Message via Meetup or Slack if you are arriving after 6:00 as the lifts won't let you up. The event will wrap up at 8:30.
This is an in-person only event. If you have any accessibility requirements please reach out via the Meetup or Slack to the organiser group to discuss and we will do our best to help you out.
Speak with Confidence: Northern Exposure Toastmasters - Preston Library
Join us at Preston Library and boost your public speaking skills!
## Speak with Confidence at Northern Exposure Toastmasters
Join us in person at Preston Library for a fun and friendly Toastmasters meeting!
Whether you're looking to sharpen your public speaking skills or just want to meet like-minded folks, this is the place to be.
Share your stories, get useful feedback, and boost your confidence in a supportive atmosphere.
### **Set Your 2026 Challenge**
Maybe this is the year you want to:
* Improve your public speaking and presentation skills
* Build confidence in meetings or high-pressure situations
* Become a more influential leader
* Sharpen your thinking on your feet
* Strengthen your communication for career advancement
* Expand your personal and professional network
Whatever your 2026 challenge looks like, Toastmasters meets you where you are, and helps you grow from there.
There is so much to learn from presenting speeches to become a Leader in the Club.
* 1\. Personal & professional development
* 2\. Improved communication & listening skills
* 3\. Increased confidence
* 4\. Develop & enhance leadership skills
* 5\. Affiliation with an internationally renowned organisation
Don't miss out on this chance to speak up and stand out!
Wednesday Night Chill Run
Let's have fun while watching the night view with our friends!
๐โโ๏ธTraining menu๐โโ๏ธ
Every Wednesday 6:00p.m~
Fed Square Assembly
ใhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/zmPQ6U533pUDcNSA9?g_st=icใ
If you have luggage, please consider using the lockers at the station.
๐ฅ40~60 min Jog+Walk
Pace: Easy pace, suitable for beginners. If you got tired, let's walk together.
ใscheduleใ
6:00 p.m Gathering
6:10 p.m Start
7:00 p.m End of training
Challengers we are waiting for you ๐
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Presenting - How to Think on your Feet
Smashing! Try something new Thursday
Interactive reality workshop - Tonight learn how to respond to questioning, by thinking on you feet
Serious about improving your leadership - **Why mess, come to the best**
Why is Smashing different to other speaking clubs?
Just two member's thoughts, "The fun/laughs factor is definitely a point of difference. We keep it moving with high standards so itโs a nice balance. Too strict makes it tense and boring, too loose and we can lose the energy/commercial feel. SmashSpeak's vibe's in the sweet spot."
"At other clubs I used to listen to long speeches and lectures, here we get so many chances to talk every meeting, that we have to improve"
**Free parking** close: O'Connell and Cobden streets
**IMPORTANT: Be on time, as doors close when the show starts**
โProudly Australian" โ Free-flowing teamwork, greater good focus, sharing the stage, etc
Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St (Opposite Queen Vic Market)
Level 1, PURPLE Room (End of corridor)
More to come...
Melbourne Language Exchange & Social at The Asian Beer Cafe
**Welcome to our Linguas Thursday Social + Language Exchange Meetup ๐**
We meet weekly at **Thursday โ Asian Beer Cafรฉ**
**Level 3, Melbourne Central**
**211 La Trobe Street, Melbourne VIC 3000**
We will be in the are called the Chairmans Lounge. It is roped off.
We ask that you **purchase a drink at the bar** or **pay $3.5**.
***
### ๐ฌ Find your people (New!)
Looking to practice a specific language?
Post in the discussion using:
* **#LearnSpanish**
* **#LearnEnglish**
* **#TeachEnglish**
* **#LearnJapanese**
* etc.
๐ This helps others find you faster and makes it easier to connect.
***
###
***
### โฐ What to expect
We consistently have **100โ120 attendees** every Thursday (across multiple Meetup groups).
People arrive at different times โ
**best time to come is between 6PM and 9PM.**
Come solo or with friends โ most people come alone and join conversations naturally.
***
### ๐ Who attends?
A mix of:
* Native & non-native English speakers
* International students
* Backpackers & working holiday travellers
* Professionals & expats
* Local Australians
Youโll meet people from:
Europe, China, Japan, Korea, Latin America, and more.
***
### ๐ฃ๏ธ Why join?
๐ A relaxed, social way to practice English
๐ Meet people from around the world
๐ No pressure, no structure โ just conversations
***
### ๐ FREE DRINKS & FOOD FOR FRIENDLY VOLUNTEERS!
Weโre looking for **friendly volunteers** to help welcome newcomers and keep the vibe social.
๐ Youโll get:
* Free drinks (beer/soft drink)
* Food (pizza, wedges, etc.)
* A fun team to hang out with
No experience needed โ many of our volunteers are **first-timers too**.
Interested?
๐ [www.Linguas.au/Volunteer](www.Linguas.au/Volunteer)
***
๐ฒ **More info:**
[https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU](https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU)
or **@Linguas.AU**
Progressibu Japanese English Language Exchange
## ๐ฏ๐ต Progressi้จ: Japanese-English Language & Culture Exchange ๐ฆ๐บ
**"Serious Study, Authentic Community" โ ๆฌๆฐใงๅญฆใณใๆฌๆฐใงไบคๆตใใใ**
Join us for our weekly exchange designed for those dedicated to practicing Japanese and English. This is a space to improve your language skills, share cultural insights, and make new, like-minded friends in a respectful environment.
### ๐ฏ Who This Group Is For
We welcome individuals who are here to **actively practice their Japanese or English**. Whether you are looking for a study partner or want to learn more about culture, this is a community for focused and meaningful interaction.
**โ
ๅไปๆนๆณ / Event Check-in (Strictly Required)** ๅฐ็ใฎ้ใๅฟ
ใไธปๅฌ่
ใซไปฅไธใฎๆ็คบใใ้กใใใพใ / Upon arrival, please present the following to the organizer:
* **Meetupใฎๅๅ ็ณใ่พผใฟ๏ผRSVP๏ผ็ป้ขใใๆ็คบใใ ใใใ** / Show your Meetup RSVP confirmation screen.
* **ไบ็ดใชใ๏ผNo RSVP๏ผใงใฎๅๅ ใฏใๆญใใใฆใใใพใใ** / No walk-ins permitted without a confirmed RSVP.
* **Participation Fee: $3 CASH** Non-Japanese citizens.
### ๐ซ Conduct & Safety Policy
To ensure a high-quality experience for all members, we maintain a strict standard of behavior:
* **Immediate Ban:** Any individual found guilty of misconduct or creating "trouble" will be banned from the group immediately.**.**
* **Organizer Authority:** The Organizer reserves the right to remove any member at their sole discretion to maintain the safety and integrity of the community.
* **Respectful Interaction:** All members are expected to be polite and mindful of others. Do not make fellow participants feel uncomfortable or pressured.
* **Privacy:** Please respect the personal boundaries of others. Do not pressure members for private contact information.
**If any member makes you feel uncomfortable, please report it immediately to the organizers: Shin, David, or Ray.**
***
### ๐ Event Details
* **Time:** Saturday, 4:00 PM โ 6:00 PM
* **Arrival:** Please arrive **10โ15 minutes early** due to limited seating.
* **Entry Fee:** **$3 CASH** (Non-Japanese citizens). This contribution covers monthly meetup hosting fees.
* **Photography:** Photos will be taken during the event for our community archives.
### ๐ฏ๐ต ๆฅๆฌ่ชใงใฎใๆกๅ
ใกใซใใซใณๅธๅ
ใฎใซใใงใงใๆฌๆฐใงๅญฆในใๆฅ่ฑ่จ่ชๆๅไบคๆตไผใไธปๅฌใใฆใใพใใ
* **็ฎ็:** ๆฅๆฌ่ชใป่ฑ่ชใฎ็ทด็ฟใใใใฆๅใ็ฎๆจใๆใคๅไบบไฝใใ็ฎ็ใจใใฆใใพใใ
* **ๅๅ ่ฒป:** ๆฅๆฌๅฝ็ฑไปฅๅคใฎๆนใฏ $3ใใซ๏ผ็พ้ใฎใฟ๏ผใ
* **ใซใผใซ:** ่ฟทๆ่ก็บใใใฉใใซใ่ตทใใๆนใฎๅๅ ใฏไธๅ็ฆๆญขใงใใไธปๅฌ่
ใฎๅคๆญใซใใใๅณๅบงใซ้ไผใปๅบๅ
ฅใ็ฆๆญขใฎๆช็ฝฎใๅใใใฆใใใ ใใพใใ
* ๅฐใฃใใใจใใใใฐใใใใซใชใผใฌใใคใถใผ๏ผShin, David, Ray๏ผใพใงใ็ฅใใใใ ใใใ
### ๐ Connect With Us
* **Facebook:** [facebook.com/groups/progressibu](https://www.google.com/search?q=http://www.facebook.com/groups/progressibu)
* **X (Twitter):** [twitter.com/progressibu](https://www.google.com/search?q=http://twitter.com/progressibu)
Sunday Gaming Meetup & Social by Respawn
Welcome to Respawnโs Gamers Citadel! ๐ก๏ธ
Come hang out, meet fellow gamers, and enjoy a chill vibe with great food and drinks. ๐ฅค
Entry is $3.5 or buy yourself a drink or food. ๐ฒ
At the โGamers Citadelโ, we provide the consoles for you and have two multiplayer (2-4 player) game stations (A, B, C and D). For our board games area you are allowed to BYO! ๐ฏ โ๏ธ
Currently available are: Switch, PS1, PS2, SNES, N64, Cardfight!! Vanguard, Yu-Gi-Oh! and more! If youโre bringing anything, please DM us so we can accommodate. โค๏ธ
Conditions of entry are to either purchase any food or drink of your choice and we will provide you a reusable badge to show that youโre one of us! โ๏ธ
Whether youโre a casual player or a hardcore fan, this is the place to be. Donโt miss out on the fun! ๐คฉ
Our games list is below! ๐
Game Station A - PS3 - Taran:
1st Game: WWE 2K15
2nd Game: Injustice
Game Station B - PS2 Emulator - Dean:
1st Game: Crash Nitro Kart - 4 Player
2nd Game: Shrek Super Slam
Game Station C - Switch - Michael
1st Game: Super Smash Bros Ultimate
2nd Game: Super Mario Kart 8
Game Station D - TCG + Board Games:
Pokรฉmon TCG
YU-Gi-OH! TCG
UNO
JENGA
BYO available!
You can bring your own board games, controllers, equipment etc. ๐
Follow us on Instagram: @respawn.social ๐ฑ
Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/phscMtBqpW ๐ง
Find Respawn on Facebook: https://facebook.com/events/s/respawn-gaming-social-club-lau/940165205164472/ ๐
Visit our website for all info: https://intermingle.au/respawn/ ๐ฉโ๐ป
Friday After Work Drinks & Networking at El Sabor ๐บ๐
* Join us for an evening of professional networking and valuable insights at our Entrepreneur & **Small Business Networking Mixer**. Connect with fellow small business owners, entrepreneurs, and like-minded professionals to share business strategies and exchange ideas for startup success with a drink.
*
* We have carved a deal with the restaurant of 10% Discount of all Menu items & drinks if you mention the staff "**Friday Business Meetup Deal**"
*
* We will delve into the power of integrating feminine wisdom with masculine energy for enhanced business strategies and entrepreneurial success. Discover the importance of positive human collisions in fostering innovation and growth, while expanding your network in a dynamic and supportive environment.
*
* Don't miss this opportunity to meet new contacts, exchange knowledge, and take yourself to the next level!
*
* **About Host:** Host of the event Sash (Sachin) is qualified accountant in practice. Mostly he is present in the event but it is subject to his prior commitment. However everybody is still invited to chat & socialise whether he is present or not. The place is a platform for everyone to gather,meet & help each other.
*
* **Address & Timings :** from **6-8 PM** at **500 Victoria Street, North Melbourne VIC 3051 (This event will be on every Friday same time same day unless otherwise advised)**
*
* Join us to meet new friends, hang out and have some laughs. New people are always welcome ๐๐บ๐บ
*
* Come along to meet new people and see the familiar faces of the regular members. This is a regular weekly group for socialising and unwinding for the weekend.
*
* **Liability Waiver:**
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being.
Make Friends & Practice Languages at The Asian Beer Cafe
**Welcome to our Linguas Thursday Social + Language Exchange Meetup ๐**
We meet weekly at **Asian Beer Cafรฉ**
**Level 3, Melbourne Central**
**211 La Trobe Street, Melbourne VIC 3000**
We ask that you **purchase a drink at the bar** or **pay $3.5 at entry**.
***
### ๐ฌ Find your people (New!)
Looking to practice a specific language?
Post in the discussion using:
* **#LearnSpanish**
* **#LearnEnglish**
* **#TeachEnglish**
* **#LearnJapanese**
* etc.
๐ This helps others find you faster and makes it easier to connect.
***
### ๐ฒ Join our WhatsApp Community
Stay connected before and after the event, meet people, and find language partners:
๐ **Join here:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bi7FlhHP91e0eP7MfdeWcZ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bi7FlhHP91e0eP7MfdeWcZ)
***
### โฐ What to expect
We consistently have **100โ120 attendees** every Thursday (across multiple Meetup groups/Eventbrite/Facebook).
People arrive at different times โ
**best time to come is between 6PM and 9PM.**
Come solo or with friends โ most people come alone and join conversations naturally.
***
### ๐ Who attends?
A mix of:
* Native & non-native English speakers
* International students
* Backpackers & working holiday travellers
* Professionals & expats
* Local Australians
Youโll meet people from:
Europe, China, Japan, Korea, Latin America, and more.
***
### ๐ฃ๏ธ Why join?
๐ A relaxed, social way to practice English
๐ Meet people from around the world
๐ No pressure, no structure โ just conversations
***
### ๐ FREE DRINKS & FOOD FOR FRIENDLY VOLUNTEERS!
Weโre looking for **friendly volunteers** to help welcome newcomers and keep the vibe social.
๐ Youโll get:
* Free drinks (beer/soft drink)
* Food (pizza, wedges, etc.)
* A fun team to hang out with
No experience needed โ many of our volunteers are **first-timers too**.
Interested?
๐ [www.Linguas.au/Volunteer](www.Linguas.au/Volunteer)
***
๐ฒ **More info:**
[https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU](https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU)
or **@Linguas.AU**
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Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code - Alan Barber
**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you.
The building address is 4450 Bridge Park
The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400
You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge.
**Abstract**
*Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code*
Visual Studio Code is one of the most widely used development environments today, and much of its flexibility comes from its extension ecosystem. Extensions allow developers to customize the editor with new features, integrations, and workflow improvements tailored to their needs.
In this session, weโll cover what extensions are and the different types available, including full extensions written in TypeScript or JavaScript, along with lighter-weight extensions such as color themes, language packs, language support, code snippets, and keymaps. Weโll also look at practical reasons a developer might create an extension, from automating repetitive tasks to adding custom tooling.
The session includes a hands-on walkthrough of creating a new extension, testing it locally, and understanding the basic project structure. Weโll close with a brief overview of how extensions are packaged and published to the Visual Studio Marketplace and other distribution options.
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Site Building with Etch (Class 04 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.
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.
Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio!
The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us!
And yes, there will be free food.
Please RSVP via [Microsoft Build //localhost:columbus | Microsoft Reactor](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27247/).
Page Building with Bricks (Class 06 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 Code & Coffee 87 @ Improving
Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you!
**What to Expect at the Intro Circle**
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Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup:
* Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics
Round 1 - (7 secs max):
* Your name
* What you're working on
* What you can help others with
Round 2:
* Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too.
Round 3:
* Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool.
After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!
In-Person Event: The Answers to Depression & Anxiety
This is an in-person meeting. At this meeting you will get answers to depression and anxiety. Find out the source of them and how to get rid of them.
Did you know that unwanted emotions like anxiety, depression, unhappiness, loneliness, hopelessness, anger, fear, or feelings of irritation donโt just fall on you for no reason. They are not random occurrences that simply happen to people's minds. They are definitely not due to a chemical imbalance in your brain from some nebulous chemical reaction "by chance".
Your negative emotions are the symptoms of the painful experiences that you have which are not healed, and which are still affecting you.
The effects of these painful experiences are exacerbated by the pressures or difficulties of the other problems in your life.
Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life.
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is created by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation of Central Ohio and Church of Scientology of Central Ohio.
Sunday Brunch
Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!






























