Upcoming Events

Every postmortem asks what went wrong during the response. What often gets missed is the foundation that was already there before the page fired: the ownership, the runbook, the last deploy. We'll follow one incident from page to postmortem, then go back to the platform work that made it possible, including how to use AI to augment incident response.

We'll cover:
- What good looks like end-to-end: one incident from page to postmortem, investigated, remediated, and documented in one place
- The foundation underneath it: ownership and on-call in the service catalog, runbooks and dependencies attached, readiness tracked on scorecards
- Where AI actually augments the response, from catching responders up to drafting the postmortem, and the platform data it needs to do it

Speaker: Sam Rodman
Senior PM | Incident Management @ Datadog

Speaker: Jessie Wu

Whether you're a SOC analyst, red teamer, threat intelligence expert, or just breaking into the field — **CyberConnect** is your global destination for building meaningful connections and exploring opportunities in the cybersecurity domain.

This powerful, **cybersecurity networking event online** brings together cybersecurity specialists, hiring companies, and solution providers in an unmoderated, self-managed, community-led virtual environment. Perfect for job seekers, employers, freelancers, and infosec enthusiasts alike — this event enables career growth, peer learning, and real-time knowledge sharing.

🎥 **Watch how the event works with our explainer video:**
👉 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VToIVvIjIPY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VToIVvIjIPY)

**💬 What to Expect at CyberConnect:**
Join a rich virtual environment where you can **chat in real time**, join discussions in group channels, or conduct **1-on-1 video conversations** to dive deeper into opportunities and collaborations.

This **online community for cybersecurity specialists** features curated channels for open conversation and focused professional engagement:

* **General** – Your orientation hub for intros, announcements, and casual conversation.
* **Intros** – Introduce yourself, your role in cybersecurity, or just share a fun fact and meet peers.
* **Networking** – Showcase your current projects, open-source contributions, or job aspirations.
* **Help Wanted** – Post or respond to open calls for SOC support, pen testers, or digital forensics pros.
* **Industry Room Tech** – Stay sharp on industry trends, tools, frameworks, and methodologies.
* **CTFs & Collaboration** – A dedicated zone for **ethical hacking collaboration groups** and red/blue team brainstorming.
* **Tools & Techniques** – Discuss and demo the latest utilities, workflows, and cyber strategies in this **cybersecurity skill sharing platform**.

This is not just a **virtual cyber career fair** — it's a living, breathing ecosystem for cybersecurity innovation, learning, and hiring.

**📍 Where:**
Join virtually at:
👉 [https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/pu2wlhti0luw](https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/pu2wlhti0luw)
**🕓 When:**
Sessions run from **4:00 PM – 6:00 PM local time**. Drop in to connect and contribute.

**👤 Who Should Attend:**

* Cybersecurity professionals across SOC, GRC, DevSecOps, and penetration testing
* Recruiters and employers hiring cybersecurity talent
* Students and graduates exploring careers in ethical hacking or cyber defense
* Researchers, consultants, and cyber product developers
* Anyone passionate about infosec, privacy, and threat detection

**🧠 Why Attend:**

* Connect with like-minded professionals across the globe
* Explore real-time hiring opportunities or freelance gigs
* Discover new tools and red/blue teaming techniques
* Join hands-on channels for community-driven knowledge exchange
* Demo your work or learn from the best in **AI-driven security**, cloud security, and more
* Build strong relationships in the cyber domain through **1-1 video/text chats**

**❓ Have Questions or Suggestions?**
Reach out to us at:
👉 [https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support](https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support)

**🔖 Hashtags:**
#CyberConnect #CybersecurityNetworkingEventOnline #VirtualCyberCareerFair #OnlineCommunityForCybersecuritySpecialists #EthicalHackingCollaborationGroup #CybersecuritySkillSharingPlatform #InfosecNetworking #CyberJobs #RedTeamBlueTeam #SOCNetworking #GlobalCyberNetworking

**What is FirstFridayFair Monthly Job Fair?**

[FirstFridayFair Monthly Job Fair](https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/6j382kbpcnvd) is a **global virtual job fair and remote hiring event** hosted by the [Analytics.CLUB](Analytics.CLUB) community. This **online job fair platform** brings together **professionals, employers, recruiters, and career coaches** for an immersive, **self-managed career networking experience**.

🎥 **New to FirstFridayFair? Watch our explainer video here:** [https://youtu.be/NlLaCfOjosk](https://youtu.be/NlLaCfOjosk)
**Where and When?**
📍 Online at [https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/6j382kbpcnvd](https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/6j382kbpcnvd)
🗓 First Friday of the month
⏰ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Local Time Zone)
🌍 Open to participants globally

🌍 **Who should join?**

* **Job Seekers:** Looking for their next big break in **remote or local roles**.
* **Employers & Recruiters:** Eager to find top talent across industries.
* **Service Providers & Career Coaches:** Supporting professionals with tools, tips, and resources.
* **Career Enthusiasts & Explorers:** Wishing to expand their network and knowledge.

💬 **Where does the event take place?**
This interactive event is hosted on a **Slack-like community chat platform**, making it easy to **join from anywhere** and interact in **real-time group chats and 1-1 video or text conversations**.
🚀 **What can you do at the event?**
Attendees can explore several themed **Slack job fair channels** designed for **job networking, peer-to-peer support, and industry discussions**:

* **General:** Intros, announcements, and casual networking.
* **Networking:** Showcase your portfolio, startup, or job pitch.
* **Intros:** Meet others, share your career path, and connect personally.
* **Help Wanted:** Offer your skills or seek help from others.
* **Industry Room Tech:** Discuss the latest in programming, software, and tech trends.

Additionally, attendees can engage in:

* **1-1 video and text chats** with other attendees, recruiters, or service providers.
* Visit the **virtual job openings board** to browse active listings and **connect with recruiters online**.
* Participate in **live job fair chat**, where you can ask career-related questions, get **online resume tips**, and explore ways to stand out in the hiring process.

❓ **Why join FirstFridayFair Monthly Job Fair?**

* Access **global job networking events** right from your device.
* Explore **virtual hiring events** designed for professionals seeking flexibility and growth.
* Engage in meaningful conversations and discover **remote hiring opportunities**.
* Take advantage of a **self-managed and open community platform**, allowing you to connect at your own pace.
* Use the dedicated channels to **showcase your skills, ask questions, and build lasting professional connections**.

**Have Questions or Suggestions?**
We’d love to help: [https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support](https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support)

DC Water will present at the St. Paul Baptist Church Community Day at 1611 Brentwood Rd NE. Representatives from Lead Free DC will be present to provide information about lead service line replacements.

All professionals in the DMV and MidAtlantic area are invited!

This event is to every and each professional in different industry, sector and specialization to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment, to meet other professionals, to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in careers and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of global professionalism.

***GRAB A BOOZE OR A BITE AND YOU WILL BE SET TO ENJOY THE EVENT. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD:) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.***

We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested.

We have the discretion to decide entry.

HOW IT WORKS : We will give out name tags and you write your name and your industry/sector/specialization. However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that area. DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR BUSINESS CARD.

Rules to abide :

1. Event is free and 21+ (bring ID).
2. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to connect with others as well.
3. We all are professionals in one or two fields and be willing to share your knowledge and experience to others and try to accommodate as much as possible.
4. If you don't belong the other person's required specialization, LEAVE THEM ALONE.
5. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion.
6. This is a face-to-face networking event. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting, by using the comment box or direct message.
7. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box. Since it sends notification to all attendees. If you have any questions, send a message to the organizers. Don't write in the comment box.
8. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](mailto:info@merevents.com)).
9. When you get there, we will greet you and take you to your respective group.
10. ***Please be patient for the first 30 minutes, up until we form a group with your respective industry/sector.***

***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***

\- Come one\, come all; this is the most friendliest event you have ever attended\!
\- Feel free to invite your friends\. They don't necessarily have to be a member\.
\- Celebrate your birthdays or your moments in life with us\.

***N.B. : We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)).***

**FOR FURTHER INFO, REFER THE EVENTBRITELINK. IT RULES.**

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To secure your spot, purchase your ticket from the Eventbrite link ([https://www.eventbrite.com/e/labor-day-rooftop-party-saturday-edition-tickets-1998390535888](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/labor-day-rooftop-party-saturday-edition-tickets-1998390535888)). RSVPing only on the Meetup page, doesn't allow you to attend the Event. ADVANCE TICKET PURCHASE IS REQUIRED.

ABOUT THE EVENT

The official summer send off party!

Red, White, Blue and YOU!

Even as the end of summer is near, never fear, our party is here. Let’s send summer off in style and say sayonara!

***GRAB A DRINK AND YOU ARE ALL SET TO FLEX YOUR LANGUAGE CAPACITY. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD :) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.***

We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested.

We have the discretion to decide entry.

\- Celebrate your birthdays or your moments in life with us\.
\- For bottle specials\, table reservation and ladies night; email \(info@merevents\.com\) OR text 202\-368\-187
\- Event is 21\+
\- Come one\, come all; this is the most friendliest event you have ever attended\!
\- Feel free to invite your friends\. They don't necessarily have to be a member\. Friends and families in town are also welcome\!

***DRESS CODE : Break out your white threads and join us for an all-white bash (optional).***

\*This event usually sells out and this year won't be an exception. ***SPACE IS LIMITED.***

Event will occur whenever a rain date is rescheduled.

**This is also a wicked 'MeRtUp' with a saving!**

**What is MERTUP?:) Mer + Meetup = Mertup.**

**Mer is known as the Meetup guy. He likes to connect people and his fans coined that name for him. So, at his events, everyone will become a Wing Person to everyone:) When you get there, we will introduce you to someone and you will be responsible to introduce that person to another person. That is MERTUP!**

**Enter the Promo Code 'MERTUP' to redeem your 20% discount for VIP tickets!**

([https://www.eventbrite.com/e/labor-day-rooftop-party-saturday-edition-tickets-1998390535888](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/labor-day-rooftop-party-saturday-edition-tickets-1998390535888))

FAQs

REGISTRATION
Registration is from 6PM-7PM. You'll receive your wristband. If you can't make it by 4pm TEXT/EMAIL your QR Code to a friend. So that they can pick everything up for you.

TICKETS
You MUST have your ticket on your phone. Tickets are transferable and not refundable. You can give your ticket to a friend to use if you cannot attend the event.

ID
Government issued ID is required! It will be checked at every participating bar that you choose to go to. All participants must be 21 years old or older.

WEATHER
Event goes on rain, snow or shine!

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Reach out to [info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)

HAPPY CRAWLINGS!!!

Payment Instructions :

1. Login to see the 'Get Tickets' button, on the ticket link. Then hit the button.
2. Verify correct dollar amount for number of people you're paying for.
3. **If *you don't have a Paypal account, proceed to the next page and scroll down to see "Pay with a Debit or Credit Card". Then turn off the button 'Save The Info and Create Your Paypal Account'.***
4. If you have a Paypal account, simply log in, and pay as you normally would via Paypal.

**How to Unblock the Pop-up Blocker on Your Phone**

Many of our patrons advised us that they have a Pop-up Blocker on their iPhones and it hinders them from buying tickets. To unblock, please follow the following steps :

For Safari Users :

1. Go to Settings.
2. Scroll down to Safari and click on it.
3. Select Block Pop-ups and turn it off.

For Google Chrome Users :

1. Open Google Chrome.
2. Click on the three dots and you will see many options.
3. Click on Settings.
4. Scroll down to content settings.
5. Select Block Pop-ups and turn it off.

Refund & Ticket Resell Policy

All sales are final. We only refund the full amount, if the event is canceled. If it is rescheduled, we will send an email to ticket holders advising that. A full refund will be given to those that let us know within 2 calendar days of the update email, if you are unable to make it on the new date. No refunds will be given after that time.

However, you can sell your ticket to someone else if you are unable to attend. Please, feel free to post in the comment box for the event, that you have a ticket for sale. Work out payment between yourselves, and have the seller only send the organizers a message letting us know the full name of the person taking your spot. You must let us know two hours before the RSVP close time, on the day of the event.

**FOR FURTHER INFO, REFER THE EVENTBRITE LINK AND PURCHASE TICKET. IT RULES.**

DC Water will present at the 2026 DC State Fair in partnership with the Downtown DC BID at 700 K St NW. Representatives from Lead Free DC will be present to provide information about lead service line replacements.

All professionals in the DMV and MidAtlantic area are invited!

This event is to every and each professional in different industry, sector and specialization to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment, to meet other professionals, to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in careers and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of global professionalism.

***GRAB A BOOZE OR A BITE AND YOU WILL BE SET TO ENJOY THE EVENT. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD:) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.***

We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested.

We have the discretion to decide entry.

HOW IT WORKS : We will give out name tags and you write your name and your industry/sector/specialization. However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that area. DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR BUSINESS CARD.

Rules to abide :

1. Event is free and 21+ (bring ID).
2. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to connect with others as well.
3. We all are professionals in one or two fields and be willing to share your knowledge and experience to others and try to accommodate as much as possible.
4. If you don't belong the other person's required specialization, LEAVE THEM ALONE.
5. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion.
6. This is a face-to-face networking event. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting, by using the comment box or direct message.
7. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box. Since it sends notification to all attendees. If you have any questions, send a message to the organizers. Don't write in the comment box.
8. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](mailto:info@merevents.com)).
9. When you get there, we will greet you and take you to your respective group.
10. ***Please be patient for the first 30 minutes, up until we form a group with your respective industry/sector.***

***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***

\- Come one\, come all; this is the most friendliest event you have ever attended\!
\- Feel free to invite your friends\. They don't necessarily have to be a member\.
\- Celebrate your birthdays or your moments in life with us\.

***N.B. : We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)).***

**FOR FURTHER INFO, REFER THE EVENTBRITELINK. IT RULES.**

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AI adoption is growing quickly, but true transformation begins when AI becomes part of how the organization operates. Join our live masterclass to explore how leaders can move beyond individual AI use and build the people, processes, skills, and governance needed to scale AI across the enterprise.

📅 **Date:** Tuesday, September 8, 2026
🕙 **Time:** 10:00 AM EDT \| 07:30 PM IST \| 07:00 AM PDT
**[CLICK HERE TO REGISTER](https://www.netcomlearning.com/webinar/microsoft-frontier-firm-masterclass?advid=1196&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=microsoft_fy26_q3&utm_content=master_classes)**

**WHY JOIN?**
Discover how to turn successful AI experiments into scalable business practices, strengthen organizational readiness, align teams with AI-driven priorities, and build a foundation for sustainable enterprise-wide AI adoption.

**NOTE: ALL REGISTRATIONS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH DIGITAL ACHIEVEMENT BADGES ISSUED DIRECTLY FROM MICROSOFT.**
**AGENDA**

* **The Transformation Paradox:** Why employees may be ready while the organization is not
* Moving from AI access and experimentation to organizational absorption
* Aligning leadership, managers, skills, incentives, and governance
* Turning successful AI practices into repeatable organizational standards
* Building a practical roadmap toward becoming a Microsoft Frontier Firm

**READY TO BECOME A FRONTIER FIRM?**
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The tokenisation of regulated real-world assets has led to multiple institutional implementations of the same financial instruments, each operating on its own infrastructure with few shared patterns for how those infrastructures interoperate. As a result, tokenised assets remain confined to the environment they were issued in, accessible only to counterparties already inside the same institutional perimeter.

The IPRAM Lab ([https://github.com/LFDT-IPRAM](https://github.com/LFDT-IPRAM)) develops open implementation patterns for the interoperation of tokenised real-world regulated financial assets and the markets they participate in. This session introduces the lab's mission, scope, and the initial interoperability challenges it aims to address. All interested parties are invited to join!

**ZOOM LINK TO JOIN:** **[https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09](https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09)**

**Please note: This event is being shared with our entire global community. If you're interested in this content but can't attend the event live, feel free to sign up and we will send you a link to the recording after the meetup is over.**

We welcome new members. Please RSVP to this event at least a day before the meeting to receive the Zoom link. You can register on our website calendar at http://dc.sierraclub.org/calendar Thank you!

Our Zero Waste Committee advocates for DC to prioritize reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting over incineration and landfilling. Our goal is an 80 percent diversion rate, and we work with DC agencies and the Council to make this a reality. New activists are always welcome!

Contact Zero.Waste@DC.SierraClub.org for more information.

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All past seminars and symposiums are available to paid [CS2AI.ORG](http://cs2ai.org/) members. Check out the Resources area of our website in the Members Portal [https://www.cs2ai.org/](https://www.cs2ai.org/)

Certificates for Professional Development/Continuing Education Units (PDUs/CEUs) are available for all registered individuals who attend at least one hour of the event. [https://www.cs2ai.org/get-involved](https://www.cs2ai.org/get-involved)

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Join a global, open-format gathering for those building and questioning AI — from real-world use cases to critical conversations around ethics, bias, and transparency.
Every month, we create space for developers, researchers, and policymakers to connect in meaningful, unmoderated dialogue — with flexible chats, peer learning, and 1-on-1 video networking.
Watch how it works: **[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOYkxBjrAYY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOYkxBjrAYY)**
**What Is the Applied AI & Ethics #MonthlyMixer?**
The Applied AI & Ethics MonthlyMixer is a self-directed online networking event where professionals from across the AI spectrum come together to collaborate, question, and connect.
This isn’t a webinar or panel — it’s a structured-free, chat-first environment hosted on a Slack-like virtual platform, featuring topic-specific channels and private video or text chat options.
Whether you're designing algorithms, drafting policy, or advocating for responsible tech, this is your space to exchange ideas, showcase projects, or meet others who care about building AI with integrity and impact.
**Who Should Join:**

* AI/ML developers working on real-world deployments
* Policy makers and legal experts exploring AI governance
* Data scientists interested in ethical model design
* Academics and researchers studying AI and society
* Ethicists, community leaders, and social impact advocates
* Product leaders balancing innovation with responsibility

Whether you're launching applied AI tools or questioning their societal effects, this mixer welcomes your perspective.
**Explore These Channels Inside:**
The platform provides themed group discussions to help you navigate the topics that matter most:

* #general – Start with introductions, announcements, and cross-topic conversation
* #networking – Share your portfolio, white papers, startups, or ethical AI tools
* #intros – Tell your story: what you work on and why it matters
* #help-wanted – Request or offer guidance around data ethics, fairness, or responsible deployment
* #industry-room-tech – Dive deep into real-world cases, AI misuse, explainability, and bias mitigation

You’ll also be able to chat directly and launch 1-on-1 video calls for deeper conversations.
**When & Where?**

* Second Wednesday of Every month
* 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (your local time)
* Register from the platform here - [https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/cont-r8tfbvicrqsh](https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/cont-r8tfbvicrqsh)

No login hurdles. No presentations. Just people-driven dialogue.
**Why Join?**

* Global gathering of AI professionals shaping the future responsibly
* Self-led chats & 1-on-1 networking with values-aligned peers
* Exchange insights, frameworks, and use cases for applied AI
* Build your ethical AI toolkit and collaborative network
* Reconnect monthly to deepen the conversation

**Questions or Suggestions?**
We’re always listening.
Contact us anytime at: [https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support](https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support)
**Quick Links:**

* Explainer Video: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOYkxBjrAYY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOYkxBjrAYY)
* Support Page: [https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support](https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support)

**Hashtags for Discovery & Engagement**
#AppliedAI #EthicalAI #AIEthics #ResponsibleTech #MonthlyMixer #AIGovernance #AIandSociety #FairAI #BiasInAI #TechForGood #AINetworking #AIProfessionals #GlobalAICommunity

All professionals in the DMV and MidAtlantic area are invited!

This event is to every and each professional in different industry, sector and specialization to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment, to meet other professionals, to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in careers and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of global professionalism.

***GRAB A BOOZE OR A BITE AND YOU WILL BE SET TO ENJOY THE EVENT. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD:) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.***

We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested.

We have the discretion to decide entry.

HOW IT WORKS : We will give out name tags and you write your name and your industry/sector/specialization. However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that area. DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR BUSINESS CARD.

Rules to abide :

1. Event is free and 21+ (bring ID).
2. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to connect with others as well.
3. We all are professionals in one or two fields and be willing to share your knowledge and experience to others and try to accommodate as much as possible.
4. If you don't belong the other person's required specialization, LEAVE THEM ALONE.
5. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion.
6. This is a face-to-face networking event. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting, by using the comment box or direct message.
7. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box. Since it sends notification to all attendees. If you have any questions, send a message to the organizers. Don't write in the comment box.
8. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](mailto:info@merevents.com)).
9. When you get there, we will greet you and take you to your respective group.
10. ***Please be patient for the first 30 minutes, up until we form a group with your respective industry/sector.***

***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***

\- Come one\, come all; this is the most friendliest event you have ever attended\!
\- Feel free to invite your friends\. They don't necessarily have to be a member\.
\- Celebrate your birthdays or your moments in life with us\.

***N.B. : We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)).***

**FOR FURTHER INFO, REFER THE EVENTBRITELINK. IT RULES.**

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This Happy Hour is devoted to professionals in the Green, Sustainable Energy and Environment; to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment to meet other professionals to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in careers in the sector and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of green movement.

***GRAB A DRINK AND YOU ARE ALL SET TO FLEX YOUR LANGUAGE CAPACITY. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD:) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.***

We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested.

We have the discretion to decide entry.

HOW IT WORKS : We will try to assign areas for each represented INDUSTRIES AND SPECIALIZATIONS; and will direct attendees to their respective tables accordingly. All are welcome! However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that particular experience, you would like to exchange. Space is limited and advance ticket purchase is required. PLEASE BRING A BUSINESS CARD (HARD/SOFT COPY)

Rules to abide :

1. Event is free and 21+ (bring ID).
2. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to connect with others as well.
3. We all are professionals in one or two fields and be willing to share your knowledge and experience to others and try to accommodate as much as possible.
4. If you don't belong the other person's required specialization, LEAVE THEM ALONE.
5. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion.
6. This is a face-to-face networking event. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting, by using the comment box or direct message.
7. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box. Since it sends notification to all attendees. If you have any questions, send a message to the organizers. Don't write in the comment box.
8. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](mailto:info@merevents.com)).
9. When you get there, we will greet you and take you to your respective group.
10. ***Please be patient for the first 30 minutes, up until we form a group with your respective industry/sector.***

***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***

\- Come one\, come all; YOU CAN FLY SOLO TOO:\) This is the most friendliest event you have ever attended\!
\- Feel free to invite your friends\. They don't necessarily have to be a member
\- Celebrate your birthdays or your moments in life with us\.
\- For bottle/table service email \(info@[merevents.co](http://merevents.co/)m) or text at (202) 368-1878.
\- Event is 21\+

***N.B. : We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)).***

**Our September Event is scheduled for September 9th, 6-9pm at Sudhouse DC. We meet on the 3rd floor.**

**Come early starting at 6pm for drinks and snacks.**

**We will begin the program at 7pm by sharing upcoming Geo/GIS events and then have lightning presentations from our community.**

**September Presenters:**

* **Nate Smith, Senior PM at Upslope Advisors: *The Geographer's Dilemma- How to Minimize Risk in the High Mountain Environment.***

\*\***If you would like to be a speaker for this event or an upcoming event, please contact Carolee or Chad or you can submit a response here:**
https://forms.gle/AVXnnXaBsHFLdZvh8

Large language models, AI assistants, and search engines are rapidly becoming some of our most important content consumers. But most content strategies are still designed with only human audiences in mind. In this session, Jackie Pysarchuk introduces the concept of the robot persona—a practical framework for designing content that serves both people and AI systems. Expanding on ideas from her forthcoming article on the Button blog, attendees will explore how content structure, metadata, governance, and lifecycle management influence AI visibility and answer quality, and leave with practical ideas they can apply to make their content more discoverable, understandable, and useful in an AI-driven world.

**About Jackie**
Jackie Pysarchuk is Senior Director, Web Content and Strategy at the American Bankers Association and a content strategist specializing in enterprise web strategy, governance, and AI-ready content. Throughout her career, she has helped organizations including the American College of Cardiology, Northrop Grumman, and Yes& build scalable content systems that improve both user experience and business outcomes. Jackie writes and speaks about the future of content strategy, with a focus on designing content for AI, search, and emerging digital experiences. Her latest work introduces the concept of the "robot persona," encouraging content teams to treat AI systems as a first-class audience alongside humans.

An online session introducing the Personal Data Portability Protocol (PDPP), following its public announcement at the Global Digital Collaboration Conference in Geneva. This is the online counterpart to Geneva for everyone who could not be there: what the specification defines (user-authorized access to specific personal data, built on OAuth 2.0 and RFC 9396), what the August working sessions changed in the draft, and how to take part in the public comment period. Format is roughly 40 minutes of presentation and demonstration, followed by 20 minutes of questions.

Find out more at: [https://github.com/PDP-Connect](https://github.com/PDP-Connect)

**Zoom Meeting Link**: [https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09](https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09)

**Please note: This event is being shared with our entire global community. If you're interested in this content but can't attend the event live, feel free to sign up and we will send you a link to the recording after the meetup is over.**

The Congressional Data Task Force will hold a public meeting on Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM ET.

🚀 Engineering Your Way Into Tech: The Career Pipeline 🚀

Breaking into tech isn't a straight line — it's a pipeline full of side projects, hard lessons, tough choices, and people who've got your back along the way.

Join Cloudforce for an evening built by and for the next generation of tech talent, featuring real talks from interns and consultants who've lived it.

From turning side projects into real career leverage, to navigating the hardships no one warns you about after you land the internship, to the choices that actually shape your career trajectory — this session is a high-signal look at what it really takes to engineer your way in.

🚀 RSVP now to:

* Lock the date on your calendar
* Get updates as final agenda details are announced
* Be first to hear speaker bios and session highlights

📅 Thursday, September 10, 2026 ⏱️ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Microsoft Corporate Office, 1300 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22209

Whether you're a student, an aspiring engineer, or just trying to figure out your next career move in tech — this meetup is for you.
👉 RSVP to stay connected: https://tinyurl.com/4drdry2y

📈 **Still using spreadsheets to analyze data? There's a smarter way.**

Discover how **Microsoft Power BI** helps you transform complex data into interactive dashboards and meaningful business insights—all in one **[FREE Hands-on Workshop](https://www.netcomlearning.com/webinar/dashboard-in-a-day-hands-on-workshop?advid=1196&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=microsoft_fy26_q3&utm_content=workshops)**[.](https://www.netcomlearning.com/webinar/dashboard-in-a-day-hands-on-workshop?advid=1196&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=microsoft_fy26_q3&utm_content=workshops)
📅 **Friday, September 11, 2026**
🕘 **09:00 AM EDT**
⏳ **8 Hours**

**In this workshop you'll learn to:**
✅ Connect data from multiple sources
✅ Build interactive reports and dashboards
✅ Create KPIs and data visualizations
✅ Share insights that drive better decisions

🏅 **Receive a Microsoft Certificate of Completion** after successful participation.

**📢Seats are limited \| Start building your Power BI expertise\!**

**Note:** Priority approvals are only given to US-CA Professionals only.

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Are you an AI engineer, data scientist, machine learning researcher, or aspiring innovator in the world of artificial intelligence? **AIConnect** is your dynamic **AI networking event online** designed to foster real-time conversations, career growth, and collaboration opportunities — all within a vibrant and self-led virtual space.

Whether you're exploring job roles in AI, hoping to demo your latest project, or searching for your next co-developer or data scientist partner, **AIConnect** offers a one-of-a-kind experience to connect with the global **machine learning community meetup** — anytime, from anywhere.

🎥 **Watch how it works in our explainer video:**
👉 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bH3uNrkUTuw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bH3uNrkUTuw)

**💡 Why Join AIConnect?**

This is not just another virtual event. It’s a **collaboration platform for AI specialists** where you can grow your professional network, showcase your AI/ML portfolio, exchange ideas, and chat directly with fellow participants, recruiters, and service providers.
Designed for **AI career fair virtual** seekers and builders alike, the platform supports live 1-1 **video or text chats**, and offers open access to diverse community-led channels tailored to your interests.

**💬 Brainstorming & Discussion Channels Include:**

* **General** – Your go-to hub for announcements, orientation, and casual community-wide conversation.
* **Intros** – Introduce yourself, your research, your startup, or just share your journey in AI.
* **Networking** – Showcase your AI/ML projects, portfolios, startup pitches, or job aspirations.
* **Help Wanted** – Looking for team members, mentorship, freelance gigs, or offering support? Post here.
* **Industry Room Tech** – Dive into the latest developments in AI frameworks, ML pipelines, data tools, and tech trends.

Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, a researcher or a recruiter — this space empowers growth through **project demos, career discussions, and research conversations.**

**🧠 What You’ll Gain:**

* Direct access to a **global AI talent and hiring ecosystem**
* Exposure to cutting-edge projects via the **AI project showcase event**
* Connections with peers and thought leaders across AI, ML, and data science
* Career insights and opportunities from fellow professionals and employers
* A flexible environment to network, brainstorm, and build meaningful collaborations
* Instant 1-on-1 video or text chats for deeper engagement

**📍 Where:**
Join virtually at:
👉 [https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/jknf0o9m3kix](https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/jknf0o9m3kix)
**🕔 When:**
Every session starts at **5:00 PM – 7:00 PM local time** — recurring monthly on Fridays. Mark your calendar and come prepared to connect!

**👥 Who Should Attend:**

* AI engineers, ML developers, and data scientists
* Startup founders and entrepreneurs in the AI/tech space
* Recruiters, hiring managers, and project collaborators
* Students, academics, and early-career professionals
* Anyone passionate about AI, machine learning, and applied tech innovation

**📩 Questions or Suggestions?**
We’d love to hear from you. Reach us anytime here:
👉 [https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support](https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support)

**🔖 Hashtags:**
#AIConnect #AINetworkingEventOnline #AICareerFairVirtual #MachineLearningCommunityMeetup #AIProjectShowcaseEvent #CollaborationPlatformForAISpecialists #MLJobs #GlobalAINetworking #TechNetworkingEvent #AIProfessionalsUnite

We are now on [Luma](https://luma.com/calendar/cal-9pkhGhZjO7e6kj8)! Go ahead and register to our [Luma event](https://luma.com/7frceqyv).

DC Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. It's community-led and community-run by devs, for devs. People of all skill levels attend. Whether you’re dev-curious, aspiring, or a professional developer, we’d love to have you! Come chat or learn to code on a Sunday afternoon with coffee and cool-inclusive people. Bring your laptop!

We typically meet every month on the weekend.

**Join our online community!**
For all things Tech in DC and to get latest updates and tech events from the DMV area, join the [DCTech Slack](https://dctech.chat/). All DC Code & Coffee announcements are in the #dccodecoffee channel

**How it works**
Near the beginning of the event, we do an introduction circle. You say your name, what you can help others with, and what you would like help with. You can also share job opportunities. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized.

When AI can create, analyze, and execute work in seconds, the real advantage is knowing when to let AI lead, when to collaborate, and when human judgment must take over. Join our live masterclass to explore how professionals can work with Microsoft AI more intentionally while keeping quality, accountability, and critical decisions firmly in human hands.

📅 **Date:** Monday, September 14, 2026
🕙 **Time:** 10:00 AM EDT \| 07:30 PM IST \| 07:00 AM PDT
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**WHY JOIN?**
Learn how to move beyond basic prompting and develop a smarter approach to AI-enabled work. Discover how to delegate effectively, provide the right context, evaluate AI-generated results, and make confident decisions where human expertise matters most.

**AGENDA**

* Why prompt proficiency is only the starting point
* The four modes of AI-enabled work: asking, exploring, collaborating, and delegating
* Deciding what AI should execute and what humans must own
* Setting clear intent, context, constraints, and quality standards
* Redesigning a recurring business activity around human judgment and Microsoft 365 Copilot

**READY TO WORK SMARTER WITH AI?**
Join our live masterclass to discover how human judgment and Microsoft AI can work together to improve decisions, productivity, and everyday work.

**NOTE: ALL REGISTRATIONS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH DIGITAL ACHIEVEMENT BADGES ISSUED DIRECTLY FROM MICROSOFT.**

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See you in the masterclass!😊

**[Building Secure & Governed GenAI Applications with Amazon Bedrock](https://www.netcomlearning.com/webinar/building-secure-and-governed-genai-applications-with-amazon-bedrock?advid=1196&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=aws_fy26_q3)**

Generative AI is moving into production—but security, governance, and compliance can’t be an afterthought.

Join this Part 3 of **The Architecture Series** to explore how to build **secure, governed GenAI applications on AWS using Amazon Bedrock**, including:
• Amazon Bedrock Guardrails
• GenAI security & governance
• Data protection and responsible AI
• Compliance and risk considerations
• Best practices for enterprise GenAI adoption

**Schedule:**
Date: Tue, Sep 15, 2026
Time: 12 PM EDT (2 Hour)
**[Reserve your seat](https://www.netcomlearning.com/webinar/building-secure-and-governed-genai-applications-with-amazon-bedrock?advid=1196&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=aws_fy26_q3)**

Ideal for **AWS professionals, Cloud Architects, AI/ML Engineers, DevOps, Security Leaders, and Technology Decision-Makers.**

See you soon!

Please RSVP to this event on our website calendar for meeting details, thank you! http://dc.sierraclub.org/calendar

Our Clean Energy Committee is dedicated to increasing energy efficiency and promoting the use and expansion of clean, renewable energy in DC to clean up air pollution and take on climate change. New activists are always welcome!

Contact Clean.Energy@DC.SierraClub.org for more information.

via Microsoft Teams

Please RSVP to this event on our website calendar for meeting details, thank you! http://dc.sierraclub.org/calendar

Our Clean Water Committee advocates for fishable and swimmable waterways in the District. These include the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers, Rock Creek, as well as the District's various streams. The Committee also advocates for clean and affordable drinking water, and monitors laws and policies affecting both surface and drinking waters.

New activists are always welcome!

Contact Clean.Water@DC.SierraClub.org for more information.

Join us for a discussion about the new VeltoraCore lab that is building a pair-coin, system-agnostic optimization engine that jointly coordinates user execution and LP participation in a single feasibility framework. A lightweight Proof-of-Optimization (PoO) mechanism cryptographically commits optimized batch outcomes to external system states, enabling verifiable cross-system settlement. Simulations on the ETH–USD pair show superior retained execution and materially lower user fees relative to benchmarks, while delivering liquidity-provider returns higher with reduced volatility.

This is a great opportunity to talk to the developers about what they're building and to learn how to get involved if this sounds interesting.

More about the VeltoraCore lab is at: [https://github.com/LF-Decentralized-Trust-labs/veltoracore](https://github.com/LF-Decentralized-Trust-labs/veltoracore)

**Please note: This event is being shared with our entire global community. If you're interested in this content but can't attend the event live, feel free to sign up and we will send you a link to the recording after the meetup is over.**

After two years of hype, many enterprises feel they’ve overspent on AI infrastructure without realizing the promised value.
In this session, Dan Ciruli, Kelsey Hightower, and Luca Galante cut through the buzzwords to show what enterprise AI infrastructure actually looks like in production.

In most cases, it is often less about training models from scratch and more about how platform engineering teams can fold AI inference and fine-tuning directly into their existing infrastructure.

**Join the discussion to learn:**
1. Why you don’t need infrastructure for training models from scratch, and how to start treating inference and fine-tuning just like serving standard web APIs.
2. Strategies for folding AI workloads and autonomous agents into your existing heterogeneous environments (VMs + containers + legacy databases) without rebuilding everything.
3. How to build an Agentic Development Platform (ADP) based on actionable reference architectures to deploy real-world AI applications.

Speaker: Kelsey Hightower
Retired Distinguished Engineer, Google Cloud. Author, Investor, and Technical Advisor

Speaker: Dan Ciruli
VP and General Manager, Cloud Native

Speaker: Luca Galante

The Washington Area Unity Users Group (WAUUG) is back.

We’re restarting the group with a casual meetup for Unity developers, game developers, artists, students, hobbyists, industry professionals, and anyone interested in building interactive experiences.

The goal is simple: get people in the DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia game-development community back in the same room, meet each other, share what we’re working on, and start rebuilding a consistent local Unity community.

For this first meetup, expect a relaxed evening focused on introductions, networking, conversation, and talking about what everyone would like to see from WAUUG going forward. Future events may include developer talks, project demos, game-development workshops, game jams, technical deep dives, career discussions, competitions, and presentations from members of the local and broader Unity ecosystem.

You do **not** need to be a Unity expert. Beginners, students, experienced developers, indie creators, professional teams, and people who are simply curious about game development are all welcome.

If you have something you're building, bring it. If you have something you want to learn, bring questions. If you've been looking for other developers and creators in the area, come meet them.

**Thursday, September 17, 2026**
**6:30–8:30 PM**
**Ocelot Brewing Company — Dulles, VA**

This is the beginning of a new chapter for WAUUG. Come help shape what the group becomes.

DC Water will present at the H Street Festival. Representatives from Lead Free DC will be present to provide information about lead service line replacements.

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Talk #0: Introductions and Meetup Updates**
by Chris Fregly and Antje Barth

**Talk #1: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Talk #2: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Related Links**
Github Repo: [http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/](http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/)
O'Reilly Book: [https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/](https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/)
YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering](https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering)
Generative AI Free Course on DeepLearning.ai: [https://bit.ly/gllm](https://bit.ly/gllm)

Join Angelina (a contributor and maintainer from the Hiero project) to explore how CodeRabbit can assist developers throughout the software development and review process. Learn how CodeRabbit helps teams plan implementation, improve code quality, streamline reviews, and provide helpful guidance that makes development and collaboration more efficient.

**Zoom Meeting Link**: [https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09](https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09)

**Please note: This event is being shared with our entire global community. If you're interested in this content but can't attend the event live, feel free to sign up and we will send you a link to the recording after the meetup is over.**

A portal is just a front door. The real complexity of an Internal Developer Platform (IDP) sits in the backend layer beneath it. As autonomous AI agents begin using your platform, traditional setups built only for human developers face immediate security gaps and operational bottlenecks. Join Sameera Jayasoma and Lakmal Warusawithana, maintainers of the CNCF OSS project OpenChoreo, as they show how to build an agent-ready platform without a multi-year custom build.

In this session, you will learn:
- **Platform vs. portal:** Why a portal alone is not enough, and how owning the backend execution layer speeds up software delivery.
- **Designing for AI agents:** How to give AI agents their own identities, limited access, and safety rules when interacting with your APIs, shifting your engineering team from working _inside_ the loop to _orchestrating_ it.
- **Practical open source adoption:** How to use a modular architecture like OpenChoreo to connect the Kubernetes, CI/CD, and monitoring tools you already run, turning your existing tools into secure, agent-ready golden paths

Speaker: Sameera Jayasoma
VP and Distinguished Engineer @ WSO2, OpenChoreo Maintainer

Speaker: Lakmal Warusawithana

Technology rarely decides whether a platform succeeds. New research from Octopus Deploy shows the difference comes down to how a platform gets rolled out, whether there's a clear strategy behind it, and how involved leadership stays.
Join the Octopus Deploy Developer Relations team as they unpack what The Future of Platform Engineering report found, and what to do about it.

Walk away knowing:
- Why mandated, organization-wide adoption is associated with markedly higher performance than opt-in, and how a platform is adopted matters more than most teams expect.
- Why building without a clear strategy is strongly associated with hitting obstacles, and where leadership engagement makes a difference for high performers
- How platform maturity shapes whether AI investment actually pays off

Join us for the next Congress.gov public forum on September 24, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. We will post registration information on this page as we get closer to the date of the forum.

We welcome new members. Please RSVP to this event at least a day before the meeting to receive the Zoom link. You can register on our website calendar at http://dc.sierraclub.org/calendar Thank you!

Our Zero Waste Committee advocates for DC to prioritize reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting over incineration and landfilling. Our goal is an 80 percent diversion rate, and we work with DC agencies and the Council to make this a reality. New activists are always welcome!

Contact Zero.Waste@DC.SierraClub.org for more information.

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Talk #0: Introductions and Meetup Updates**
by Chris Fregly and Antje Barth

**Talk #1: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Talk #2: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Related Links**
Github Repo: [http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/](http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/)
O'Reilly Book: [https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/](https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/)
YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering](https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering)
Generative AI Free Course on DeepLearning.ai: [https://bit.ly/gllm](https://bit.ly/gllm)

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Talk #0: Introductions and Meetup Updates**
by Chris Fregly and Antje Barth

**Talk #1: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Talk #2: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Related Links**
Github Repo: [http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/](http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/)
O'Reilly Book: [https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/](https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/)
YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering](https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering)
Generative AI Free Course on DeepLearning.ai: [https://bit.ly/gllm](https://bit.ly/gllm)

The Congressional Data Task Force will hold a public meeting on Thursday, December 3, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM ET.

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Talk #0: Introductions and Meetup Updates**
by Chris Fregly and Antje Barth

**Talk #1: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Talk #2: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Related Links**
Github Repo: [http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/](http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/)
O'Reilly Book: [https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/](https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/)
YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering](https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering)
Generative AI Free Course on DeepLearning.ai: [https://bit.ly/gllm](https://bit.ly/gllm)

To secure your spot, purchase your ticket from the Eventbrite link (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/green-sustainable-energy-environment-virtual-hour-tickets-150586158253). RSVPing only on the Meetup page, doesn't allow you to attend the Event.

ABOUT THE EVENT

This Happy Hour is devoted to professionals in the Green, Sustainable Energy and Environment; to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment to meet other professionals to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in careers in the sector and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of green movement.

HOW IT WORKS : We will try to assign Breakout Rooms for each represented INDUSTRIES AND SPECIALIZATIONS; and will direct attendees to their respective breakout rooms accordingly. All are welcome! However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that particular experience, you would like to exchange. Space is limited and advance ticket purchase is required.

NOTES :

1. Sign up on Eventbrite for FREE .

2. When you purchase a FREE ticket, you will be emailed the Event ID and Password, on the day of the event.

4. As we try to make it a live event, you can't turn off your camera.

5. We have limited spots and RSVP at your earliest convenience.

6. Bring Your Own Beverage (BYOB - Alcoholic/Non-Alcoholic).

**FOR FURTHER DETAIL, REFER THE EVENTBRITE LINK**. IT RULES.

To secure your spot, purchase your ticket from the link ([https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-night-at-the-european-union-embassydelegation-tickets-544451849137](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-night-at-the-european-union-embassydelegation-tickets-544451849137)). RSVPing only on the Meetup Page doesn't allow you to attend the Event. ADVANCE TICKET PURCHASE IS REQUIRED.

ABOUT THE EVENT

You are cordially invited to step on to the soil of the European Union, for a night filled with fun and information, on European culture, economy, business and tourism.

We meet, greet, network and socialize with European diplomats throughout the evening. Diplomats will deliver speeches on how the youth in Europe became environment conscious and what we could learn from that, here in the states.

RUNDOWN :

1. **BUFFET** : European finger food will be served.
2. **OPEN BAR** : European drinks, all night long.
3. **DRESS CODE** : Business/Cocktail.
4. **FORMAT** : This is primarily a stand up, buffet style reception, throughout the evening. However, a limited number of chairs will be around.
5. **TICKETS AVAILABILITY** : Very limited. Grab yours before we sell out. Also, prices are subject to increases as inventory declines.

**Payment Instructions :**

1\. You should login from a PC to see the 'Pay Now' button\, after RSVPing\. Then hit the button\.
2\. Verify correct dollar amount for number of people you're paying for\.
**3\. If you don't have a Paypal account\, click "Pay with a Debit or Credit Card"\.**
4\. If you have a Paypal account\, simply log in\, and pay as you normally would via Paypal\.

***How to Unblock the Pop-up Blocker on Your Phone***

Many of our patrons advised us that they have a Pop-up Blocker on their iPhones and it hinders them from buying tickets. To unblock, please follow the following steps :

For Safari Users :
1\. Go to Settings\.
2\. Scroll down to Safari and click on it\.
3\. Select Block Pop\-ups and turn it off\.

For Google Chrome Users :
1\. Open Google Chrome\.
2\. Click on the three dots and you will see many options\.
3\. Click on Settings\.
4\. Scroll down to content settings\.
5\. Select Block Pop\-ups and turn it off\.

REFUND AND TICKET RESELL POLICY

All sales are final. We only refund the full amount, if the event is canceled. If it is rescheduled, we will send an email to ticket holders advising that. A full refund will be given to those that let us know within 2 calendar days of the update email, if you are unable to make it on the new date. No refunds will be given after that time.

However, you can sell your ticket to someone else if you are unable to attend. Please, feel free to post in the comment box for the event, that you have a ticket for sale. Work out payment between yourselves, and have the seller only send the organizer a message letting us know the full name of the person taking your spot. You must let us know two hours before the RSVP close time, on the day of the event.

**\*\*FOR FURTHER INFO, REFER THE EVENTBRITE LINK AND PURCHASE TICKETS. IT RULES.\*\***

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