What we’re about
Welcome to Triangle Developers Community! This Meetup is a community of software developers and engineers living and working in the Triangle, NC area. Our goal is to host events that will be educational and fun!
Our meetups will consist of two talks from the community and have plenty of time for questions and getting to know each other.
We are so excited to meet all y'all!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Durham Social Hack NightHi-Wire Brewing Durham, Durham, NC
Hey tech folks, come out and hang at Hi-Wire starting at 6pm! Hack Night is meant to be a social evening for folks in tech. It's less about networking and more about community.
Look for the Hack Night tabletop sign and nerds wearing name tags to find us. If the weather is nice, we'll probably be outside.
Help folks feel welcome by using the "Pac Man Rule" - when standing with a group of people (usually in a circle), leave some space open so that another person can easily join.
See our Code of Conduct. To summarize: be nice or leave. No tolerance for harassment or oppression. In addition, since alcohol is present at these events, please be mindful of your consumption and respect other people's choices on whether or not to consume.
FAQs
Do folks hack at Hack Night? Should I bring my computer?
This is more of a night for hackers than an actual hack night. You're welcome to bring a laptop, but most people will only be socializing.What are the beverage options? Are there any non-alcoholic drinks?
Hi-Wire Brewing offers many types of beers including a few non-alcoholic options plus wine and some liquor. In the same complex are Cugino Forno which has additional drink options, and Two Roosters which has excellent ice cream.Are there any drink specials?
If Hack Night is on a Tuesday, Hi-Wire usually has $5 pints for their flagship beers. Look for the list at the counter.Do people eat snacks/dinner during the meetup?
Sometimes folks will order a pizza or salad from Cugino Forno. I sometimes grab an ice cream from Two Roosters across the way. Most people eat before or after but it's no big deal - whatever you prefer and are most comfortable with.How can I connect with the developer community?
Go to triangledevelopers.com to find the Discord and Slack info. - Triangle Devs TalksBandwidth, Raleigh, NC
This Triangle Devs meetup with be a 2-part talk series hosted at Bandwidth headquarters!
Join us on Thursday, May 29th to learn something new, have a drink, and chat with fellow devs!
🎤 Talk 1: The Power of Expression Through AI
by Jonathan FarrellTalk Summary - Artificial intelligence has emerged as a powerful tool for enhancing human creativity and self-expression across the technical landscape, equipping developers and innovators with powerful new tools to enhance productivity, collaboration, and innovation. “The Power of Expression Through AI” explores the dynamic synergy between human developers and intelligent systems. Central to this discussion are two key concepts: “Experts Should Be Experts,” underscoring the importance of human expertise guiding AI applications while pushing the envelope in their field, and “The Democratization of Self-Expression,” illustrating how AI opens opportunities for broader participation in innovation and creativity. This session will address both the opportunities and the thoughtful integration necessary to harness AI effectively, emphasizing its role as a collaborator in enhancing human-driven development rather than replacing it.
Speaker Bio - Jonathan is a seasoned Full Stack Software Developer and technology leader with over 15 years of experience crafting impactful software solutions and leading high-performing teams. Combining deep technical expertise with insightful leadership, Jonathan has consistently demonstrated the ability to bridge the gap between technology, design, and human behavior, creating intuitive products that resonate deeply with users. He has effectively managed diverse teams, driving collaboration, innovation, and excellence in both startup environments and established organizations. Known for fostering growth-oriented cultures and mentoring developers into leadership roles, Jonathan excels at identifying strengths within teams and aligning them with organizational goals to achieve outstanding results.
🎤 Talk 2: How OSS gets me better work
by Sebastian ImlayTalk Summary - The world runs on Open Source Software yet it seems rare to meet a software engineer who is a regular contributor to open source projects. I got into Rust in 2018 and found that there were missing features in libraries and found it very approachable. Since then I’ve submitted 570+ PRs and authored 283 issues to ~150 different repositories. I maintain/co-own a few Rust projects with +1m downloads.
In this talk, I’ll share:- How I got into OSS
- How I became a (low effort) maintainer
- How OSS has lead to new/better work (for me)
- How I avoid burnout
- Red flags on projects that I avoid
Speaker Bio - Sebastian Imlay - Senior Software Engineer, Rustacean and OSS Enthusiast
- Durham Social Hack NightHi-Wire Brewing Durham, Durham, NC
Hey tech folks, come out and hang at Hi-Wire starting at 6pm! Hack Night is meant to be a social evening for folks in tech. It's less about networking and more about community.
Look for the Hack Night tabletop sign and nerds wearing name tags to find us. If the weather is nice, we'll probably be outside.
Help folks feel welcome by using the "Pac Man Rule" - when standing with a group of people (usually in a circle), leave some space open so that another person can easily join.
See our Code of Conduct. To summarize: be nice or leave. No tolerance for harassment or oppression. In addition, since alcohol is present at these events, please be mindful of your consumption and respect other people's choices on whether or not to consume.
FAQs
Do folks hack at Hack Night? Should I bring my computer?
This is more of a night for hackers than an actual hack night. You're welcome to bring a laptop, but most people will only be socializing.What are the beverage options? Are there any non-alcoholic drinks?
Hi-Wire Brewing offers many types of beers including a few non-alcoholic options plus wine and some liquor. In the same complex are Cugino Forno which has additional drink options, and Two Roosters which has excellent ice cream.Are there any drink specials?
If Hack Night is on a Tuesday, Hi-Wire usually has $5 pints for their flagship beers. Look for the list at the counter.Do people eat snacks/dinner during the meetup?
Sometimes folks will order a pizza or salad from Cugino Forno. I sometimes grab an ice cream from Two Roosters across the way. Most people eat before or after but it's no big deal - whatever you prefer and are most comfortable with.How can I connect with the developer community?
Go to triangledevelopers.com to find the Discord and Slack info. - Durham Social Hack NightHi-Wire Brewing Durham, Durham, NC
Hey tech folks, come out and hang at Hi-Wire starting at 6pm! Hack Night is meant to be a social evening for folks in tech. It's less about networking and more about community.
Look for the Hack Night tabletop sign and nerds wearing name tags to find us. If the weather is nice, we'll probably be outside.
Help folks feel welcome by using the "Pac Man Rule" - when standing with a group of people (usually in a circle), leave some space open so that another person can easily join.
See our Code of Conduct. To summarize: be nice or leave. No tolerance for harassment or oppression. In addition, since alcohol is present at these events, please be mindful of your consumption and respect other people's choices on whether or not to consume.
FAQs
Do folks hack at Hack Night? Should I bring my computer?
This is more of a night for hackers than an actual hack night. You're welcome to bring a laptop, but most people will only be socializing.What are the beverage options? Are there any non-alcoholic drinks?
Hi-Wire Brewing offers many types of beers including a few non-alcoholic options plus wine and some liquor. In the same complex are Cugino Forno which has additional drink options, and Two Roosters which has excellent ice cream.Are there any drink specials?
If Hack Night is on a Tuesday, Hi-Wire usually has $5 pints for their flagship beers. Look for the list at the counter.Do people eat snacks/dinner during the meetup?
Sometimes folks will order a pizza or salad from Cugino Forno. I sometimes grab an ice cream from Two Roosters across the way. Most people eat before or after but it's no big deal - whatever you prefer and are most comfortable with.How can I connect with the developer community?
Go to triangledevelopers.com to find the Discord and Slack info.
