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SUMMARY:TechCA After Party
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \nJoin TechCA for networking and drinks after the day-long government innovation conference in Sacramento.   Both public and private sector technology professionals are invited to meet us at Mix Downtown for appetizers and refreshments.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/techca-after-party-2/
LOCATION:Mix Downtown\, 1525 L Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240815T173000
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SUMMARY:DevSecOps Dojo Implementation in Enterprises
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nIT organizations today are shipping software faster than ever\, but new technology and tools also bring new challenges. Many of the challenges can be resolved through a proper implementation of DevSecOps. By embracing a DevSecOps mindset\, organizations can take advantage of these technological advances without putting themselves or their customers at risk. \nThis talk will focus on how to implement a DevSecOps Dojo immersive offering by creating an immersive learning environment for team members to gain practical work experience. The talk also covers the phases of Dojo life cycle and a deep dive on the immersion phase. \nOur Speaker Laxmi Muthyala\, will share insights from her practical experiences\, pragmatic guidelines in running successful DevSecOps Dojos along with six key building blocks of DevSecOps practices that deliver compelling benefits with measurable impacts. \nSpeaker Bio:\nLaxmi Muthyala is an Enterprise Agile and DevSecOps Leadership Coach\, Trainer and Practitioner who brings 20 years of experience in Information Technology projects in both Federal Government and Corporate America.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/devsecops-dojo-implementation-in-enterprises/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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SUMMARY:Divide\, Conquer & Scale: Microservices powered by Azure Cosmos DB
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n\n  \n\n\nDetails\n\n\nBuilding microservices-based applications is a common consideration when designing modern\, distributed systems. But what does it really mean to use Azure Cosmos DB as your data management system in the real world? What are the benefits of adopting this approach? What challenges might you face\, and what trade-offs should you be aware of?\nThis demo-driven session dives deep into leveraging Azure Cosmos DB’s global distribution\, partitioning strategies\, and consistency models to build resilient and scalable microservices architectures. From simple approaches to advanced patterns\, this session will provide you with the knowledge and skills to master data management complexities in distributed microservices architectures. Discover the best practices to tap into the power of Cosmos DB’s multi-model\, globally distributed data capabilities to boost the resilience\, flexibility\, and scalability of your microservices applications.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/divide-conquer-scale-microservices-powered-by-azure-cosmos-db/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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SUMMARY:[Online] WordPress Help Desk Meetup - August 10th\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nA WordPress Happiness Bar \nThis is the place to come for learning and getting help over a hurdle. Be ready to share your question or help others with their questions. No question is too small. \nThis Meetup is intended for a wide range of users. Whether you’re a brand-new WordPress novice or beginner\, a creative designer\, an experienced blogger\, an SEO and analytics expert\, or even an advanced developer…all are welcome. We’re all here to learn and share in this volunteer-run WordPress community. \nAre you working on a project – your own or a client’s – and having challenges? \n\nDo you have an idea for your WordPress site\, and you don’t even know where to begin to implement it?\nAre you curious about what themes or plugins to choose from?\nAre you wrestling with your page builder?\nDo you need a better website host?\n\n. . . This is the Meetup is for you! \nIf you don’t need help\, please join us anyway! There’s always something to learn and perhaps you’ll want to add your experience to the conversation. \nThe Meetup is 2 hours long and starts on time. Please join the meetup at the scheduled time (10:00 AM Pacific) by going to the Zoom link provided when you RSVP. For added security\, we’re not going to display the link publicly so you’ll need to RSVP to see it.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/online-wordpress-help-desk-meetup-august-10th-2024/
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SUMMARY:Balancing Innovation and Responsibility in Data Privacy and Governance
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nPART OF OUR “GENERATIVE AI FOR DATA EXECUTIVES” WEBINAR SERIES \nIn today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape\, the emergence of Generative AI has ushered in unprecedented opportunities for innovation while raising critical ethical considerations. As we navigate the age of Generative AI\, striking a delicate balance between fostering innovation and upholding responsibility in data privacy and governance becomes paramount. Let’s delve into the complexities of Ethics in the Age of Generative AI\, exploring how we can ensure that progress is not at the expense of ethical principles. \nAttend this webinar to: \n\nGenerative AI presents ethical challenges\, such as potential misuse of generated content and privacy breaches. Understanding and addressing these dilemmas are essential for responsible innovation.\nPrioritizing robust data privacy measures is imperative to safeguard individuals’ rights and mitigate risks associated with the proliferation of generative AI\nBy integrating ethical frameworks and governance mechanisms\, we can foster an environment where innovation thrives while ensuring that ethical principles guide the development and deployment of generative AI solutions.\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/balancing-innovation-and-responsibility-in-data-privacy-and-governance/
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Deep Learning Essentials
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nDescription: \nJoin us for an engaging webinar on “Deep Learning Essentials” where you’ll explore the foundational concepts and techniques of deep learning. Discover how neural networks are structured and trained\, and understand the role of activation functions\, backpropagation\, and optimization algorithms. Learn about essential architectures such as Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) and Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs). Gain insights into practical applications\, including image and speech recognition. This session will enable you with the knowledge necessary to embark on your deep learning journey. \nTurn on screen reader support\nTo enable screen reader support\, press Ctrl+Alt+Z To learn about keyboard shortcuts\, press Ctrl+slash \nKey Topics include: Overview of neural networks – Importance and applications of deep learning – Structure and layers of a neural network – Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) for image processing – Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs) for sequential data – Image recognition and classification – Speech recognition and natural language processing \nWho Should Attend: This session is ideal for beginners and enthusiasts looking to dive into the world of deep learning. Whether you’re a student\, researcher\, or professional interested in understanding the fundamentals and applications of neural networks\, this webinar will provide valuable insights and a solid foundation to get started. \nOrganizer: This event is brought to you by BigDataTrunk\, a leading Data and Analytics consulting and training firm offering high-quality classroom training for individuals and corporations. \nContact Information: For inquiries or more information about the event\, please contact info@bigdatatrunk.com Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your knowledge & network with fellow professionals in the field. We look forward to seeing you soon!
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/free-webinar-deep-learning-essentials/
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SUMMARY:Generative AI and Business
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nJoin us for an immersive event where the worlds of Generative AI and business collide. Discover how this cutting-edge technology is reshaping industries\, driving innovation\, and revolutionizing traditional workflows. Through dynamic keynotes\, interactive panels\, and practical workshops\, explore how Generative AI can boost productivity\, foster innovation\, personalize customer experiences\, and drive competitive advantage. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders\, exchange insights\, and chart the course for a future where Generative AI propels business into uncharted territories. Reserve your spot now and be part of the conversation shaping tomorrow’s landscape.Generative AI & Business: Transforming Tomorrow Together. \nKey Points:- \n\nExplore the transformative potential of Generative AI in business operations.\nLearn how Generative AI can boost productivity and streamline workflows.\nDiscover strategies for fostering innovation and driving competitive advantage with Generative AI.\nUncover the power of Generative AI in personalizing customer experiences at scale.\nNavigate the ethical considerations and challenges associated with AI adoption.\nConnect with industry leaders and peers to exchange insights and best practices.\nChart the course for a future where Generative AI and business innovation converge.\n\nEvent Details:\nDate: Wed\, July 31\nTime: 12 PM – 1 PM (PST)\nVenue: ZOOM\nEntry: Dive in for free!\nNote: Please bring your Laptops for Hands on Exploration!\nRSVP NOW! \nWhat you will gain:- \n\nKnowledge Expansion: You’ll gain insights into the latest developments and applications of generative AI in the business world. This can include how businesses are leveraging generative AI for tasks such as content generation\, design\, optimization\, and more.\nNetworking Opportunities: Events like these are often attended by professionals from various industries\, including AI developers\, business leaders\, entrepreneurs\, and researchers. Networking with these individuals can open up opportunities for collaboration\, partnerships\, or even job prospects.\nCase Studies and Best Practices: You’ll likely hear about real-world case studies and best practices from companies that have successfully integrated generative AI into their business processes. Understanding these examples can provide valuable inspiration and guidance for implementing similar strategies in your own organization.\nInsights into Future Trends: Generative AI is a rapidly evolving field\, and staying up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements is crucial for businesses looking to stay competitive. Attending this event can help you anticipate future developments and prepare accordingly.\nPotential for Innovation: Learning about the capabilities of generative AI may spark ideas for innovative applications within your own business. Whether it’s streamlining workflows\, enhancing customer experiences\, or creating entirely new products or services\, the event could provide the inspiration you need to drive innovation forward.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/generative-ai-and-business/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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SUMMARY:SacTech Social July 2024 Meetup
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\n\nIMPORTANT: To attend\, you must be a member of the SacTech community and have accepted our code of conduct.\nIF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER\, PLEASE GO HERE: https://sac-tech.com/ (Signup is free)\n\nCome join our incredible group of folks to learn about tech\, meet new friends\, start collaborations and maybe even find a job or hire a new dev! \nSacTech Social is an inclusive\, safe space for technology professionals (and the tech curious) from all stacks\, walks of life\, genders\, ages\, etc. to come together and talk about programming\, design\, and all of the things adjacent. \nWe will have a spot reserved in the back\, so order your food\, get your drinks and head back to the back corner. Parking is… not great. You may have to park down the residential streets. \nRules: \n\nWe will not tolerate any bullying\, harassment\, violence or threats of any kind\, at any time. As we say\, “Be excellent to each other!”
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/sactech-social-july-2024-meetup/
LOCATION:Hop Gardens\, 2904 Franklin Blvd\, Sacramento\, CA
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SUMMARY:Test-Driven Development in the Larger Context: TDD & ATDD PMIs Disciplined Agile
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nScott L. Bain\nSenior Technical Trainer at PMI \n“Test-Driven Development” was originally suggested by Ward Cunningham in the mid 1900’s as a way for developers to generate code from unit tests. In the ensuing years it has also been suggested that organizations can drive requirements into development by writing acceptance tests to guide the process. Which of these should we call “TDD”? Which\, if either\, is more important\, or should take precedence in terms of our attention and allocation of resources? Should we do them both? can they work together? How does ether relate to traditional testing? \nThis presentation will clarify the relationship between these two processes\, how they are different\, how they are the same\, and most importantly how they can work together synergistically. We will demonstrate how TDD can strengthen any agile process. Along the way you will learn why you should become “test driven”\, what that means\, and a powerful way to do it. \nTDD is a very powerful paradigm for software development from business prioritization to requirements analysis through product design to working code. Join us and learn how it works\, and where you fit into the process. \nIf you would like to be a future speaker for Agile Boulder\, please use this Submission Form.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/test-driven-development-in-the-larger-context-tdd-atdd-pmis-disciplined-agile/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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SUMMARY:NVIDIA Getting Started with Accelerated Data Science
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\nDetails\n\n\nJoin us for an introduction to NVIDIA accelerated data science workshop. \nJoin us for the online workshop “Accelerating Your Data Science Journey with NVIDIA\,” tailored for individuals eager to enhance their skills in accelerated data science. In this session\, we will cover the foundations of machine learning and explore the advanced capabilities of NVIDIA’s technologies\, particularly how to expedite data processing and analytics using GPUs. Attendees will have the opportunity to witness firsthand the significant reductions in computational times achievable with NVIDIA’s tools during a live\, cloud-based demonstration. This workshop is suitable for both beginners and experienced professionals\, promising a thorough educational experience that blends theoretical knowledge with practical\, real-world applications.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/nvidia-getting-started-with-accelerated-data-science/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240716T163000
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SUMMARY:Akkodis Happy Hour & Networking
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \nWe had such a great time meeting everyone last month\, so let’s do it again! Join us for happy hour and great conversations! If you have questions\, please feel free to contact me personally. \nAmber Mccomb \nAmber.McComb@Akkodisgroup.com
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/akkodis-happy-hour-networking/
LOCATION:Yard House-Roseville\, 1166 Roseville Parkway\, Roseville\, CA\, 95661
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Complexity of Recommendation Systems: Techniques and Challenges
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nPlease register using the zoom link to get a reminder: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5117080164625/WN_EPMw1tZGTD-SxWkSxJpBLg \nIn the era of information overload\, recommendation systems have emerged as essential tools for filtering and personalizing content\, thereby enhancing user experience across various digital platforms. These systems employ sophisticated algorithms to analyze user preferences\, behaviors\, and interactions to suggest items ranging from products and movies to news articles and academic papers. This talk aims to demystify the underlying mechanisms of recommendation systems\, highlighting key techniques such as collaborative filtering\, content-based filtering\, and hybrid approaches. We will explore the challenges faced in developing effective recommendation systems\, including issues of data sparsity\, scalability\, cold start\, and ensuring diversity and fairness in recommendations. Furthermore\, the talk will delve into the ethical considerations and the impact of bias in recommendation algorithms. By providing a comprehensive overview of recommendation systems\, this talk seeks to inspire future research and development efforts aimed at creating more intelligent\, transparent\, and user-centric solutions. \nAgenda: \n(PDT) 11:45 am – 11:50 am Arrival\, socializing\, and Opening\n(PDT) 11:50 am – 1:45 pm Khojasteh Mirza “Navigating the Complexity of Recommendation Systems: Techniques and Challenges”\n(PDT) 1:45 pm – 1:50 pm Q&A \n\nAbout Khojasteh Mirza \nKhojasteh Mirza is a Master of Engineering student at Cornell Tech\, specializing in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a focus on Data Science and Applied Machine Learning. With a rich academic background\, including a Bachelor of Technology in Mechatronics Engineering from NMIMS University\, Khojasteh has excelled academically\, securing a Merit Scholarship and achieving high honors. His technical skills encompass a wide array of data science technologies\, and his professional experience includes impactful roles as a Project Research Assistant at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay\, a Data Analyst at AIRMO Gmbh and Ozibook and most recently\, responsible for developing recommendation systems for Cognitii\, a learning app for neurodivergent individuals. Khojasteh’s work spans innovative projects in healthcare industry developing predictive models for Parkinson’s disease in collaboration with Tata Consultancy Servicesdemonstrating his ability to apply data science for real-world impact. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5117080164625/WN_EPMw1tZGTD-SxWkSxJpBLg
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/navigating-the-complexity-of-recommendation-systems-techniques-and-challenges-2/
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Introduction to Microsoft Azure
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nDescription:\n“Mastering the Cloud: An Introduction to Microsoft Azure Webinar” Embark on a journey into the heart of cloud computing with our comprehensive webinar on Microsoft Azure. Designed for both beginners and seasoned professionals alike\, this webinar offers a deep dive into the world of Azure and its myriad capabilities.\nAgenda:\nKey Topics Include:\n1 Azure Fundamentals: An overview of Microsoft Azure and its core concepts.\n2 Getting Started: Step-by-step guidance on setting up Azure account and navigating the platform.\n3 Core Services: Explore the vast array of services offered by Azure\, including compute\, storage\, networking\, and more.\n4 Scalability and Flexibility: Learn how Azure enables businesses to scale their infrastructure on-demand and adapt to changing needs.\n5 Future Trends: Insights into the evolving landscape of cloud computing and Azure’s role in shaping the future.\nWho Should Attend:\nWhether you’re an IT professional looking to expand your skillset\, a business leader exploring cloud solutions\, or simply curious about the power of Microsoft Azure\, this webinar is your gateway to mastering the cloud.\nOrganizers:\nThis event is brought to you by Big Data Trunk. We are passionate about promoting knowledge and awareness of AI\, Data\, and cloud-based topics and best practices.\nContact Information:\nFor inquiries or more information about the event\, please contact info@bigdatatrunk.com\nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your knowledge & network with fellow professionals in the field. We look forward to seeing you soon!
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/free-webinar-introduction-to-microsoft-azure/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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SUMMARY:Data-First GraphQL
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nThere is a debate in the GraphQL community between “schema-first” and “code-first” development. Yet\, there is a third way: data-first GraphQL APIs. This is where principles and pragmatism meet. “Do not Repeat Yourself”\, “Domain-Driven Design\,” and “Data-Driven Development” are important principles in software. Just as important are pragmatic concerns like integrating vast reservoirs of heterogeneous brownfield data sources\, exposing it all as production-grade APIs\, and doing it fast. The remorseless logic of these factors leads ineluctably to one conclusion: APIs must derive from the data\, not from a schema or from code that has been curated manually\, independent of the data. In this talk\, we at Hasura wade into the debate to argue for this third way. Ship APIs faster\, cheaper\, and more reliably with data-first GraphQL development. \nSpeaker Name\nDavid A. Ventimiglia \nSpeaker Bio\nMy name is David A. Ventimiglia\, and I am a Solutions Architect at Hasura. I have been a theoretical astrophysicist\, a software engineer\, a data engineer\, and a machine learning engineer. I love writing code\, and yet I believe code is better when there’s less of it. Now\, I work at Hasura where I show customers how much can be accomplished with how little code.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/data-first-graphql/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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SUMMARY:Discussion - Topic: AWS Control Tower
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nThis week’s topic: AWS Control Tower \nAs described in Thoughtworks Technology Radar Vol. #29. \nMulti-team account management is a challenge in AWS\, especially in setup and governance. AWS Control Tower addresses this challenge by simplifying setup and automating governance; it addresses regulatory requirements with guardrails. AWS Control Tower has a built-in Account Factory that helps automate the account provisioning workflow. Among other things\, you can update\, unmanage and close accounts that you create and provision through Account Factory. Due to its lack of automation and customization\, Amazon introduced AWS Control Tower Account Factory for Terraform (AFT). AFT allows you to provision customizations to send webhooks or take specific actions that allow for the integration with other tools to kick off jobs as part of the account creation process. One of the use cases leveraged by our team was to manage a set of out-of-the box items for accounts that were set and-forget configurations for baselining and creating access for roles for GitHub Actions. This resulted in providing developers with an account that’s security baselined with a fully integrated VPC\, ready to receive workload via GitHub Actions. Our teams have reported great results using AWS Control Tower to manage accounts\, as a single access control for multiple teams\, and with leveraging AFT in their workloads. \nZoom link will be added about 10 min before the event starts. \nDiscussion Resources : \nArticle and video resources used to drive the discussion will be added soon after the previous week’s meetup.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/discussion-topic-aws-control-tower/
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SUMMARY:Reproducible Reports and Presentations with Quarto
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\nDetails\n\n\nOur July Meetup will be a remote gathering; the Zoom link will be posted the week before the event. \nWe all have analyzed data and created visualizations for a report the time-consuming and error-prone way. Likely we’ve also had to present that content with a slide deck. After all that painstaking labor and formatting\, have you ever had to re-create the report and slides after an update to the data? Or maybe\, you’ve had to generate variations of these materials for different audiences or subsets of the data? \nUse Quarto to improve your efficiency\, reproducibility\, and sanity by streamlining the process of generating reports and slides. Learn how to reuse content and code\, use parameters for different variations\, and consistently style your publications. \n\nSpeaker\n\n\n\n\nJadey Ryan\n\nJadey is a data scientist at the Natural Resources and Agricultural Sciences section of the WA Dept. of Agriculture. She is an R enthusiast obsessed with efficiently creating beautiful data products and decision-support tools\, especially with Quarto. Away from the computer\, catch her trying new foods with her husband\, snuggling with her three cats\, or taking leisurely strolls in the great outdoors. Learn more at jadeyryan.com.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/reproducible-reports-and-presentations-with-quarto/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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SUMMARY:Nerves Online Meetup
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nTime to hang out\, chat about Nerves\, discuss projects you’re working on\, and get help. \nWould you like to give a presentation? Contact Alex with your topic to get on the schedule! \nDownload the Zoom client or browser extension before the event at: https://zoom.us/download \nThe Nerves Project defines a new way to build embedded systems using Elixir.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/nerves-online-meetup/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240625T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240625T213000
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SUMMARY:Discussion - Topic: ActivityPub
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nThis week’s topic: ActivityPub \nAs described in Thoughtworks Technology Radar Vol. #29. \nWith the current upheaval in the micro-blogging platform space\, the ActivityPub protocol is gaining prominence. ActivityPub is an open protocol for sharing information such as posts\, publications and dates. It can be used to implement a social media platform\, but the key benefit is that it delivers interoperability between different social media platforms. We expect ActivityPub will play a significant role in this space\, but we’re mentioning it here because we’re intrigued by the possibilities beyond the obvious use cases in social media. An example is ActivityPub support for merge requests\, recently proposed for GitLab. \nZoom link will be added about 10 min before the event starts. \nDiscussion Resources : \nArticle and video resources used to drive the discussion will be added soon after the previous week’s meetup.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/discussion-topic-activitypub/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240619T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240619T160000
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SUMMARY:Agile & Scrum Newcomers & Mentors - Lean Coffee Meetup
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nWelcome! \nThis community is designed for: \n\nthose new to the world of Agile and Scrum\nindividuals seeking ongoing education\nmentors committed to advancing the community\n\nOur goal with these Lean Coffee sessions is to foster an environment where both emerging and seasoned professionals can exchange ideas\, seek advice\, and share experiences/challenges they’ve recently encountered in an open format. \nWhat’s a Lean Coffee? \n\nPeople will share their topic ideas\nWe’ll vote on those topic ideas to prioritize for what people in the room most want to talk about\nWe’ll jump right into the conversation on the topic with the most votes\nAfter a few minutes we’ll vote to either keep talking about that topic or move on
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/agile-scrum-newcomers-mentors-lean-coffee-meetup/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240618T193000
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SUMMARY:Discussion - Topic: .NET Minimal API
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \nThis week’s topic: .NET Minimal API \nAs described in Thoughtworks Technology Radar Vol. #29. \nASP.NET core MVC has proven to be a powerful and flexible approach for building web applications that host APIs. However\, its flexibility brings a certain amount of complexity with it\, including boilerplate and conventions that aren’t always obvious. The routing provided by ASP.NET allows multiple services to be hosted in a single application\, but in today’s world of serverless functions and independently deployable microservices\, that flexibility might be overkill. .NET Minimal APIs provide a simple approach to implementing a single-API web application in the .NET ecosystem. The Minimal API framework can implement an API endpoint with just a few lines of code. Minimal API joins the new generation of API frameworks — including Micronaut\, Quarkus and Helidon — which are optimized for lightweight deployments and fast startup times. We’re interested in the combination of Minimal APIs and .NET 7 Native AOT for implementing simple\, lightweight microservices in serverless functions. \nZoom link will be added about 10 min before the event starts. \nDiscussion Resources : \nArticle and video resources used to drive the discussion will be added soon after the previous week’s meetup.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/discussion-topic-net-minimal-api/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240612T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240612T193000
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SUMMARY:Redmond SQL User Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nCheck back for the updated speaker name and presentation description. \nAgenda:\n5:30 PM – 5:45 PM Networking & User Group updates\n5:45 PM – 6:00 PM Sponsor Spotlight & Speaker Introduction\n6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Featured presentation\n7:00 PM – 7:30 PM Q&A and continued networking \nWe’d love to keep in touch! Visit https://www.redmondsql.org/membership-registration/ to join our user group to get access to free learning content. \nLooking for the presentation from a previous monthly meeting? Visit our meeting archive: https://www.redmondsql.org/archives/. \nCheers\, \nRedmond SQL User Group Leadership Team\nhttps://www.redmondsql.org
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/redmond-sql-user-group-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240611T210000
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL WordPress Developer Night - #IEWP
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \nDetails\nThe Inland Empire Dev Meetup is intended for intermediate to advanced developers. At this meetup we talk about WordPress-relevant-code-level things. \nTechnologies: \nPHP & Javascript\nHTML5 / CSS\nJavascript Frameworks\nModern Web Development Workflows\nWe are web developers first\, then WordPress developers. We have an [in progress] skills ladder that gets updated regularly. \nSKILLS LADDER: https://github.com/Inland-Empire-WordPress-Meetup/ \nWe also welcome any developer presentations that are relevant to developing websites for WordPress. We look for unique workflows. Submit your talks below: \nSUBMIT TALK: https://inlandempirewp.com/speaker-request/ \nEveryone is welcome to come share & grow in their skills! \n 
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/virtual-wordpress-developer-night-iewp/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240609T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240609T210000
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SUMMARY:Scrum Apprentice Program --Intro\, overview\, Q&A
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \nDetails\nThe Silicon Valley Scrum Apprentice Program benefits both beginning Scrum Masters and Product Owners by developing free software for not-for-profit organizations. Apprentice Scrum Master / Product Owner pairs organize Scrum teams to develop and deliver free software using the Scrum Framework. The apprentices get valuable experience that can be shown on a resume\, the not-for-profit organizations get valuable software they otherwise could not afford\, and everyone who is involved wins! \nCome join us to find out more about the program\, understand how it works and get your question answered. The meeting will be conducted by Fred Fowler\, Professional Scrum Master level III and founder of the program.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/scrum-apprentice-program-intro-overview-qa/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240606T210000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Python Usergroup Zoom Meeting
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nThe monthly meetup consists of online talks followed by time for socializing. Talks can range from technical to not-so-much and cover a variety of topics. When we have speakers committed\, their talk topic will be added to the meetup description. \nThanks to the internet and the creativity of all involved parties\, this monthly forum for learning and discourse is whatever we choose to make it. Let’s get Pythonic about it\, shall we? Sponsors welcome. \nShirts are coming SOON™! \nThe approximate schedule is (all times Pacific): \n7:00 – 7:10pm – Mingle while people login \n7:10 – 7:15pm – Introduction. Code of Conduct\, Sponsors\, and Speakers. \n7:15 – 8:05pm – Talks. Q&A. \n8:05 – 8:10pm – Outro. Announcements and Open Discussion \n8:10 – 9:00pm – Socializing. Maximum Zoom. \nPlease share this event with your friends with any level of interest in Python! \n\n 
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/monthly-python-usergroup-zoom-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T163000
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SUMMARY:Code Co-op | Memphis - A free coding help & hack night
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nInterested in breaking out of a dead-end career\, shifting into a tech/coding job\, improving your skillset\, or just switching things up? \nIf you said yes to any of that\, then this might be the event for you. \nThis isn’t a class\, but it is your opportunity to talk with other people in the community and get help jumpstarting your learning process or with a programming lesson / personal project you’ve been working on. \n6:30PM Zoom meeting: \nDetails include when RSVP \nNEED MORE INFO? \nIf you’re needing more info\, please feel free to head to our website (https://codeconnector.io/)\, Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/codeconnector)\, or Twitter account (https://twitter.com/codeconnector_). \nJoin the Code Connector Slack community with this invite link: \nhttps://join.slack.com/t/code-connector/shared_invite/zt-6e1idsg6-wYI1hdfk_hR_QKahSBwldQ
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/code-co-op-memphis-a-free-coding-help-hack-night/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240527T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240527T183000
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SUMMARY:3D Printing Meetup - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nApologies all\, I have realized I no longer have my Tuesday Evenings free. I am moving this to Monday for a great discussion on failed prints\, and how I fixed the failures. Please bring your own stories too! \nSubject: Print Failures \nHello all\, for the resumption of the Meetup\, I am scheduling a virtual meeting to go over print failures. Large\, small and the plain annoying! \nI got a collection of failed prints that I will be sharing\, and going over why these prints failures\, and how I learned to avoid that failure again in the future. \nClogged nozzles\, broken filament sensors\, worn nozzles\, the list is almost endless! \nI will be scheduling this over Microsoft Teams\, as Zoom requires memberships unless we want to re-start the meeting every 30 minutes! 😛
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/3d-printing-meetup-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T183000
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SUMMARY:How to Use AI to Learn to Code\, Delivered by Erik Gross
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nArtificial intelligence is quickly taking over all of our lives. Like any tool\, it can be used for construction or destruction – good or evil. \nOn May 22 (Wednesday evening) the Co-Founder of The Tech Academy\, Erik Gross\, will teach students how to leverage AI in order to write and debug effective code. This live online free class will start at 5:00 p.m. PST (7 CST / 8 EST). \nLearn about useful tools that will help you on your journey as a technology professional! \nRegister your attendance for this powerful and useful workshop now!
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/how-to-use-ai-to-learn-to-code-delivered-by-erik-gross/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240521T173000
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SUMMARY:BayALN monthly learning event
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nJoin us for the evening of learning\, exploration and mingling!\nMore details to come…
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/bayaln-monthly-learning-event/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240517T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240517T183000
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SUMMARY:Machine Learning Study Group
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\n???? Virtual ML Study Group Event ???? \n????️ Date: [Date]\n???? Time: [Time]\n???? Platform: [Virtual Platform]\n???? Join our virtual Machine Learning study group event! ???? \n???? Dive into ML essentials and trends with engaging discussions led by experts. ???? Explore case studies\, share your insights\, and network with fellow enthusiasts from around the world. ???? Whether you’re a beginner or experienced\, this event offers something for everyone. \n???? RSVP now and enhance your ML journey together! Let’s virtually connect and amplify our machine learning knowledge. ???????? \n#MLStudyGroup #VirtualEvent #AICommunity \nAgenda \n— \nSpeaker \nJahidul Hasan – Xebecware Software Solution \nHost \nJahidul Hasan – Xebecware Software Solution \nComplete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-wichita-presents-machine-learning-study-group-2024-05-17/.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/machine-learning-study-group/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T210000
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SUMMARY:Performance in Azure by Deepthi Goguri | Query Store by Brandon Tuck
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nSession #1\nAbstract\nOnce you deploy your database in Azure\, you need to make sure you are always increasing the tiers and paying more for the performance of your database. Just like you tune your databases on-prem\, you need to focus on optimizing your database for performance. But how do we achieve this in Azure? \nLet’s dedicate this session to mainly focus on the ways that you can optimize and tune your Azure data solutions so you can save money being on Azure and get fast response times for your queries. \nSpeaker Bio\nDeepthi is a SQL Server Database Administrator with several years of experience in Administering SQL Servers. She is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP\, Microsoft certified trainer and Microsoft certified professional with an Associate and Expert level Certification on Data Management and Analytics. Deepthi blogs for DBANuggets.com. Deepthi is an Co-Organizer for Microsoft Data and AI South Florida user group and Data Platform Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Virtual Group. She is a Volunteer for Data platform Women in Technology user group. She is a Friend of Redgate. Along with this\, Deepthi loves arts and crafts. You can contact her on Twitter @dbanuggets. \nSession #2\nAbstract\nLike many others\, you installed SQL Server 2022\, created a new database\, and suddenly saw this new “Query Store” node. Where did that come from and what do I do with it?! Fret not\, Microsoft wouldn’t put it in there if it wasn’t helpful for us? Right? Right! Even though Query Store was introduced in SQL Server 2016\, SQL Server 2022 took it a step further for it to be enabled for new databases. Because of this\, every DBA and DB developer will want to have a cursory knowledge of what it is and what value it can provide. In this talk\, we’ll teach you how to work with Query Store and begin to leverage the treasure trove of information that it contains. We’ll start by introducing the high-level concepts of Query Store and how it works in your SQL Server 2022 databases. Once we set the foundation\, a straightforward UI demo will walk through how Query Store can be configured and optimized. Lastly\, we’ll explore the variety of reports and queries available to us to dive into the high-value data that’s being collected. Come join us to level up on your SQL Server 2022 knowledge by understanding how Query Store can help understand your environment better!\nSpeaker Bio\nBrandon Tucker is a data geek and has engaged SQL Server as an architect\, developer\, data engineer\, and administrator over the last 18 years. He loves solving complex\, real-world data problems\, applying them in business situations\, then sharing the knowledge to benefit the community. Brandon has served on the board for the Denver SQL Server User Group and presented at PASS Summit\, SQL Saturdays\, User Groups\, and Code Camps. When not wrangling data\, Brandon can be found cycling/backpacking/skiing in his home state of Colorado\, cheering on the Avalanche\, or talking world travel over drinks.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/performance-in-azure-by-deepthi-goguri-query-store-by-brandon-tuck/
LOCATION:Virtual / Online
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