What to Expect:

Please RSVP ahead of time as we only have a limited amount of space.

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord!

Street Parking is available!

Agenda:

9 AM - Arrival: Find a spot! Note: Doors do not open until 8:50AM 9:15 AM - Introductions: Share your name Discuss your current projects or interests. If you don’t have a specific project, share what intrigues you! Mention your expertise and how you can assist others. Are you job hunting or hiring? Let us know! Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. 11:30 AM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! Kiln is graciously letting folks co-work from the space until 4PM that day if you're interested! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://codeandcoffee.chat/ If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

EVENT DESCRIPTION A simple social event to work on projects and socialize together, all experience levels are welcome to join! Please show support for Honey Latte and MAKE SURE TO PURCHASE FOOD/DRINK. Thanks :)

Table 1: First table is an open discussion group for folks who are wanting to primarily socialize and discuss digital art and other relevant topics. Table 2: Second table is a heads down work table for folks who are wanting to focus on getting projects done. Request to Join our Discord Chat: Talk to an Organizer! Visit our Website: https://digitaldabblers.com

EVENT AGENDA Most people tend to draw or work on art projects, however you can come with whatever creative project you're working on and we anticipate folks roving between both tables. We'll be there at 8am, but feel free to drop-in anytime. We'll be at two of the big tables in the back.

9-11am Drop-in Social & Work Session ~11am: Introductions & Announcements Noon-1pm: Wrap-up CODE OF CONDUCT

Respect for all attendees: Treat everyone with dignity and respect, regardless of background, experience, or perspective. Inclusive language: Avoid using offensive or discriminatory language. Appropriate sharing: Share information and experiences in a respectful and mindful manner. Avoid oversharing personal details or sensitive information. Please be mindful of specific topics of NSFW art when discussing with everyone in earshot. It's important for folks to provide consent to hear/partake in certain discussions. Health and well-being: While open communication is encouraged, excessive discussion of personal health issues may not be appropriate for a social setting. No hate speech or discrimination: Any form of hate speech, discrimination, or harassment will not be tolerated. Avoid political discussions: To maintain a positive and inclusive environment, please refrain from discussing political topics. FAQ:

Is there parking and is it free? YES parking is free on the weekends OUR MISSION: We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) member-supported community that provides high-quality education, workshops, and mentoring programs for digital creatives of all skill levels, abilities, backgrounds, and financial means. We collaborate on projects with measurable social impact, while inspiring each other to learn, make friends, and experience personal growth! https://digitaldabblers.com/about-us/

What to Expect:

Please RSVP ahead of time as we only have a limited amount of space.

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord!

Venue:

The Venue is Honey Latte Cafe, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. WIFI, tablets, power outlets. Check them out here: https://www.honeylatte.cafe/

Parking is available! For public transportation, the 6 Bus from North-South Portland, or the 14 from Downtown.

For Foodies - we are also two blocks away from Hawthorne Asylum/Cartopia.

Agenda:

10 AM - Arrival: Find a spot in the back. 10:15 AM - Introductions: Share your name Discuss your current projects or interests. If you don’t have a specific project, share what intrigues you! Mention your expertise and how you can assist others. Are you job hunting or hiring? Let us know! Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. 12:30 PM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://codeandcoffee.chat/ If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

Details

What to Expect:

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord! https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS

Venue:

The Venue is Deadstock Coffee Beaverton, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. WiFi, power outlets. Check them out here:

Agenda:

9 AM - Arrival 11:30 AM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://codeandcoffee.chat/ If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

Details

What to Expect:

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord! https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS

Venue:

The Venue is Deadstock Coffee Beaverton, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. WiFi, power outlets. Check them out here:

Agenda:

9 AM - Arrival 11:30 AM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://codeandcoffee.chat/ If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

Join Us for Our Inaugural Meeting!

AI is transforming how we build software, and Portland engineers are at the forefront of this revolution. Whether you're integrating LLMs into production systems or just starting to explore AI capabilities in your personal projects, PIng is your community.

Our inaugural meeting brings together developers passionate about practical AI applications that solve real-world problems. Come ready to learn, share, and connect with fellow engineers.

RSVP

Featured Presentations:

Data Security in the AI Era

Kellyn Pot'Vin-Gorman, Database and AI Advocate at Redgate

In today's era where data is the new nuclear power fueling AI, its protection has become a battleground. From high-profile breaches that shake industries to the ethical dilemmas posed by AI, ensuring data security is more critical—and complex—than ever. Kellyn explores real-world data breach stories that highlight vulnerabilities in the data lifecycle and the profound consequences of lapses in protection.

Kellyn Pot’Vin-Gorman is a Database and AI Advocate and Engineer with Redgate, with a long history in multi-platform technology. An Oracle ACE Director alumnus, she has been awarded over the years for her technical contributions and community volunteerism through many organizations, including a recognition as Woman in Tech of the Year for the state of Colorado.

GenAI Model Output Evaluation

Patrick McCuistion, Sr. Platform Engineer at Databricks

From traditional ML metrics to dynamic feedback loops, evaluation approaches have evolved to meet the unique demands of generative AI systems. Drawing from experience building and deploying a production-grade GenAI application that generates cloud infrastructure as code, Patrick will delve into how automatic feedback loops and iterative evaluation cycles can dramatically enhance the accuracy, functionality, and readability of GenAI outputs.

Patrick McCuistion is a Sr. Platform Engineer at Databricks. At work, he builds automations between learning platforms, integrates AI into applications, and manages ML resources in Databricks lab environments. At home, he spends time with his wife and 1.5-year-old girl, writes and performs music for his band, The Governors, and renovates his home in Vancouver, WA.

Schedule:

• 6:00 - 6:30: Food and networking
• 6:30 - 7:40: Presentations
• 7:40 - 8:00: Wrap up and networking

Details:

• Date: Wednesday, April 30th
• Location: Kiln

About PIng:

Portland AI Engineers brings together software developers at all experience levels who are passionate about building with generative AI technologies. We focus on practical applications that solve real-world problems by leveraging existing language models and the surrounding GenAI tools ecosystem.

Learn more

Get Involved:

• Present your work: Email us at info@portlandai.engineer to discuss sharing your project or insights
• Provide feedback: Help shape our community by sharing your ideas and suggestions
• Sponsor an event: Contact us to discuss partnership opportunities

For more information and to join our community, visit portlandai.engineer

EVENT DESCRIPTION A simple social event to work on projects and socialize together, all experience levels are welcome to join! Please show support for Honey Latte and MAKE SURE TO PURCHASE FOOD/DRINK. Thanks :)

Table 1: First table is an open discussion group for folks who are wanting to primarily socialize and discuss digital art and other relevant topics. Table 2: Second table is a heads down work table for folks who are wanting to focus on getting projects done. Request to Join our Discord Chat: Talk to an Organizer! Visit our Website: https://digitaldabblers.com

EVENT AGENDA Most people tend to draw or work on art projects, however you can come with whatever creative project you're working on and we anticipate folks roving between both tables. We'll be there at 8am, but feel free to drop-in anytime. We'll be at two of the big tables in the back.

9-11am Drop-in Social & Work Session ~11am: Introductions & Announcements Noon-1pm: Wrap-up CODE OF CONDUCT

Respect for all attendees: Treat everyone with dignity and respect, regardless of background, experience, or perspective. Inclusive language: Avoid using offensive or discriminatory language. Appropriate sharing: Share information and experiences in a respectful and mindful manner. Avoid oversharing personal details or sensitive information. Please be mindful of specific topics of NSFW art when discussing with everyone in earshot. It's important for folks to provide consent to hear/partake in certain discussions. Health and well-being: While open communication is encouraged, excessive discussion of personal health issues may not be appropriate for a social setting. No hate speech or discrimination: Any form of hate speech, discrimination, or harassment will not be tolerated. Avoid political discussions: To maintain a positive and inclusive environment, please refrain from discussing political topics. FAQ:

Is there parking and is it free? YES parking is free on the weekends OUR MISSION: We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) member-supported community that provides high-quality education, workshops, and mentoring programs for digital creatives of all skill levels, abilities, backgrounds, and financial means. We collaborate on projects with measurable social impact, while inspiring each other to learn, make friends, and experience personal growth! https://digitaldabblers.com/about-us/

Details

What to Expect:

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord! https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS

Venue:

The Venue is Deadstock Coffee Beaverton, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. WiFi, power outlets. Check them out here:

Agenda:

9 AM - Arrival 11:30 AM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://codeandcoffee.chat/ If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

Details

What to Expect:

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord! https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS

Venue:

The Venue is Deadstock Coffee Beaverton, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. WiFi, power outlets. Check them out here:

Agenda:

9 AM - Arrival 11:30 AM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://codeandcoffee.chat/ If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

EVENT DESCRIPTION A simple social event to work on projects and socialize together, all experience levels are welcome to join! Please show support for Honey Latte and MAKE SURE TO PURCHASE FOOD/DRINK. Thanks :)

Table 1: First table is an open discussion group for folks who are wanting to primarily socialize and discuss digital art and other relevant topics. Table 2: Second table is a heads down work table for folks who are wanting to focus on getting projects done. Request to Join our Discord Chat: Talk to an Organizer! Visit our Website: https://digitaldabblers.com

EVENT AGENDA Most people tend to draw or work on art projects, however you can come with whatever creative project you're working on and we anticipate folks roving between both tables. We'll be there at 8am, but feel free to drop-in anytime. We'll be at two of the big tables in the back.

9-11am Drop-in Social & Work Session ~11am: Introductions & Announcements Noon-1pm: Wrap-up CODE OF CONDUCT

Respect for all attendees: Treat everyone with dignity and respect, regardless of background, experience, or perspective. Inclusive language: Avoid using offensive or discriminatory language. Appropriate sharing: Share information and experiences in a respectful and mindful manner. Avoid oversharing personal details or sensitive information. Please be mindful of specific topics of NSFW art when discussing with everyone in earshot. It's important for folks to provide consent to hear/partake in certain discussions. Health and well-being: While open communication is encouraged, excessive discussion of personal health issues may not be appropriate for a social setting. No hate speech or discrimination: Any form of hate speech, discrimination, or harassment will not be tolerated. Avoid political discussions: To maintain a positive and inclusive environment, please refrain from discussing political topics. FAQ:

Is there parking and is it free? YES parking is free on the weekends OUR MISSION: We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) member-supported community that provides high-quality education, workshops, and mentoring programs for digital creatives of all skill levels, abilities, backgrounds, and financial means. We collaborate on projects with measurable social impact, while inspiring each other to learn, make friends, and experience personal growth! https://digitaldabblers.com/about-us/

Details

What to Expect:

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord! https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS

Venue:

The Venue is Deadstock Coffee Beaverton, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. WiFi, power outlets. Check them out here:

Agenda:

9 AM - Arrival 11:30 AM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://codeandcoffee.chat/ If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

Details

What to Expect:

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord! https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS

Venue:

The Venue is Deadstock Coffee Beaverton, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. WiFi, power outlets. Check them out here:

Agenda:

9 AM - Arrival 11:30 AM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://codeandcoffee.chat/ If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

EVENT DESCRIPTION A simple social event to work on projects and socialize together, all experience levels are welcome to join! Please show support for Honey Latte and MAKE SURE TO PURCHASE FOOD/DRINK. Thanks :)

Table 1: First table is an open discussion group for folks who are wanting to primarily socialize and discuss digital art and other relevant topics. Table 2: Second table is a heads down work table for folks who are wanting to focus on getting projects done. Request to Join our Discord Chat: Talk to an Organizer! Visit our Website: https://digitaldabblers.com

EVENT AGENDA Most people tend to draw or work on art projects, however you can come with whatever creative project you're working on and we anticipate folks roving between both tables. We'll be there at 8am, but feel free to drop-in anytime. We'll be at two of the big tables in the back.

9-11am Drop-in Social & Work Session ~11am: Introductions & Announcements Noon-1pm: Wrap-up CODE OF CONDUCT

Respect for all attendees: Treat everyone with dignity and respect, regardless of background, experience, or perspective. Inclusive language: Avoid using offensive or discriminatory language. Appropriate sharing: Share information and experiences in a respectful and mindful manner. Avoid oversharing personal details or sensitive information. Please be mindful of specific topics of NSFW art when discussing with everyone in earshot. It's important for folks to provide consent to hear/partake in certain discussions. Health and well-being: While open communication is encouraged, excessive discussion of personal health issues may not be appropriate for a social setting. No hate speech or discrimination: Any form of hate speech, discrimination, or harassment will not be tolerated. Avoid political discussions: To maintain a positive and inclusive environment, please refrain from discussing political topics. FAQ:

Is there parking and is it free? YES parking is free on the weekends OUR MISSION: We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) member-supported community that provides high-quality education, workshops, and mentoring programs for digital creatives of all skill levels, abilities, backgrounds, and financial means. We collaborate on projects with measurable social impact, while inspiring each other to learn, make friends, and experience personal growth! https://digitaldabblers.com/about-us/

Details

What to Expect:

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord! https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS

Venue:

The Venue is Deadstock Coffee Beaverton, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. WiFi, power outlets. Check them out here:

Agenda:

9 AM - Arrival 11:30 AM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://codeandcoffee.chat/ If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

Details

What to Expect:

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord! https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS

Venue:

The Venue is Deadstock Coffee Beaverton, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. WiFi, power outlets. Check them out here:

Agenda:

9 AM - Arrival 11:30 AM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://codeandcoffee.chat/ If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

EVENT DESCRIPTION A simple social event to work on projects and socialize together, all experience levels are welcome to join! Please show support for Honey Latte and MAKE SURE TO PURCHASE FOOD/DRINK. Thanks :)

Table 1: First table is an open discussion group for folks who are wanting to primarily socialize and discuss digital art and other relevant topics. Table 2: Second table is a heads down work table for folks who are wanting to focus on getting projects done. Request to Join our Discord Chat: Talk to an Organizer! Visit our Website: https://digitaldabblers.com

EVENT AGENDA Most people tend to draw or work on art projects, however you can come with whatever creative project you're working on and we anticipate folks roving between both tables. We'll be there at 8am, but feel free to drop-in anytime. We'll be at two of the big tables in the back.

9-11am Drop-in Social & Work Session ~11am: Introductions & Announcements Noon-1pm: Wrap-up CODE OF CONDUCT

Respect for all attendees: Treat everyone with dignity and respect, regardless of background, experience, or perspective. Inclusive language: Avoid using offensive or discriminatory language. Appropriate sharing: Share information and experiences in a respectful and mindful manner. Avoid oversharing personal details or sensitive information. Please be mindful of specific topics of NSFW art when discussing with everyone in earshot. It's important for folks to provide consent to hear/partake in certain discussions. Health and well-being: While open communication is encouraged, excessive discussion of personal health issues may not be appropriate for a social setting. No hate speech or discrimination: Any form of hate speech, discrimination, or harassment will not be tolerated. Avoid political discussions: To maintain a positive and inclusive environment, please refrain from discussing political topics. FAQ:

Is there parking and is it free? YES parking is free on the weekends OUR MISSION: We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) member-supported community that provides high-quality education, workshops, and mentoring programs for digital creatives of all skill levels, abilities, backgrounds, and financial means. We collaborate on projects with measurable social impact, while inspiring each other to learn, make friends, and experience personal growth! https://digitaldabblers.com/about-us/

EVENT DESCRIPTION A simple social event to work on projects and socialize together, all experience levels are welcome to join! Please show support for Honey Latte and MAKE SURE TO PURCHASE FOOD/DRINK. Thanks :)

Table 1: First table is an open discussion group for folks who are wanting to primarily socialize and discuss digital art and other relevant topics. Table 2: Second table is a heads down work table for folks who are wanting to focus on getting projects done. Request to Join our Discord Chat: Talk to an Organizer! Visit our Website: https://digitaldabblers.com

EVENT AGENDA Most people tend to draw or work on art projects, however you can come with whatever creative project you're working on and we anticipate folks roving between both tables. We'll be there at 8am, but feel free to drop-in anytime. We'll be at two of the big tables in the back.

9-11am Drop-in Social & Work Session ~11am: Introductions & Announcements Noon-1pm: Wrap-up CODE OF CONDUCT

Respect for all attendees: Treat everyone with dignity and respect, regardless of background, experience, or perspective. Inclusive language: Avoid using offensive or discriminatory language. Appropriate sharing: Share information and experiences in a respectful and mindful manner. Avoid oversharing personal details or sensitive information. Please be mindful of specific topics of NSFW art when discussing with everyone in earshot. It's important for folks to provide consent to hear/partake in certain discussions. Health and well-being: While open communication is encouraged, excessive discussion of personal health issues may not be appropriate for a social setting. No hate speech or discrimination: Any form of hate speech, discrimination, or harassment will not be tolerated. Avoid political discussions: To maintain a positive and inclusive environment, please refrain from discussing political topics. FAQ:

Is there parking and is it free? YES parking is free on the weekends OUR MISSION: We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) member-supported community that provides high-quality education, workshops, and mentoring programs for digital creatives of all skill levels, abilities, backgrounds, and financial means. We collaborate on projects with measurable social impact, while inspiring each other to learn, make friends, and experience personal growth! https://digitaldabblers.com/about-us/

CascadiaJS is the JavaScript conference for the Pacific Northwest. This year’s event will bring together an amazing group of web developers from across the Pacific Northwest (and beyond). You will find every kind of developer you can imagine:

• Code newbies all the way to senior executives
• Front-end, back-end and full-stack engineers
• Experts in popular frameworks
• Members of under-represented groups in tech

Over the course of 2 days, you’ll hear 20+ amazing talks by experts in their fields, covering everything from GenAI to TypeScript to leadership. There will be ample opportunities for you to connect with other developers and companies during coffee breaks, meals and social gatherings at the venue, and karaoke!

Come join the most thrilling tech meet up in all of Portland. Chat tech projects or life stuff. Keep an eye out for nerds with name tags.

Speaker Marilu Lopez, SEGDA

Marilu is the owner and data management consultant at SEGDA, specializing in data strategies and operating models. She co-founded and served as president of the DAMA Mexico Chapter, was the DAMA Regional Coordinator for Latin America, Presidents' Council Chairperson, and is currently DAMA Chapter Services VP. With a background of 30+ years in the financial sector, including 15 years in data management, Marilu holds a CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) Master and CIMP certifications in Data Governance and Data Quality and is TOGAF-certified. She is the author of “Data Strategies for Data Governance” and an active speaker at international conferences like EDW, DGIQ, and DMZ.

Abstract Data Strategies are the cornerstone for driving AI in advanced analytics. Using a pragmatic, agile, and communicative (PAC) approach, organizations can anchor their Data Management priorities with a maturity model, then clearly define and communicate their strategic path forward using a concise strategy canvas.

Session Synopsis

A Pragmatic, Agile, and Communicative approach to defining the What, Who, and When of Data Management to have good data for AI.

Most organizations are living an urgency to get value out of their data. They are jumping directly to implement MDM initiatives, to move to the cloud, or to implement advanced analytics, and now, to adopt AI, without a real understanding of the problems that need to be solved and the priority to tackle them. There's though an increasing awareness of having to manage data in a better way, but there's no clear understanding of the path to follow. Data Strategy is the key element to prioritize and guide resource allocation in the best way. This session presents how to produce Data Strategies using the PAC (Pragmatic, Agile, and Communicable) (Pragmatic, Agile, and Communicable) Data Strategy Method.

Attendees will take away:

The relevance of a Data Management Maturity Model as an anchor for a Data Strategy The power of a Canvas to communicate Data Strategy The Data Strategies Framework The attainability of the Data Strategy PAC Method

Define your Data Strategies with the appropriate stakeholders in a very pragmatic and agile way and communicate them with the power of a Canvas.

Details

What to Expect:

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord! https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS

Venue:

The Venue is Deadstock Coffee Beaverton, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. WiFi, power outlets. Check them out here:

Agenda:

9 AM - Arrival 11:30 AM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://codeandcoffee.chat/ If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

What to Expect:

Please RSVP ahead of time as we only have a limited amount of space.

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord!

Parking is available!

Agenda:

10 AM - Arrival: Find a spot in the back. 10:15 AM - Introductions: Share your name Discuss your current projects or interests. If you don’t have a specific project, share what intrigues you! Mention your expertise and how you can assist others. Are you job hunting or hiring? Let us know! Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. 12:00 PM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://codeandcoffee.chat/ If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

Details

What to Expect:

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord! https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS

Venue:

The Venue is Deadstock Coffee Beaverton, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. WiFi, power outlets. Check them out here:

Agenda:

9 AM - Arrival 11:30 AM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://codeandcoffee.chat/ If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

What to Expect:

Please RSVP ahead of time as we only have a limited amount of space.

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord!

Venue:

The Venue is Honey Latte Cafe, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. WIFI, tablets, power outlets. Check them out here: https://www.honeylatte.cafe/

Parking is available! For public transportation, the 6 Bus from North-South Portland, or the 14 from Downtown.

For Foodies - we are also two blocks away from Hawthorne Asylum/Cartopia.

Agenda:

10 AM - Arrival: Find a spot in the back. 10:15 AM - Introductions: Share your name Discuss your current projects or interests. If you don’t have a specific project, share what intrigues you! Mention your expertise and how you can assist others. Are you job hunting or hiring? Let us know! Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. 12:30 PM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://codeandcoffee.chat/ If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

EVENT DESCRIPTION A simple social event to work on projects and socialize together, all experience levels are welcome to join! Please show support for Honey Latte and MAKE SURE TO PURCHASE FOOD/DRINK. Thanks :)

Table 1: First table is an open discussion group for folks who are wanting to primarily socialize and discuss digital art and other relevant topics. Table 2: Second table is a heads down work table for folks who are wanting to focus on getting projects done. Request to Join our Discord Chat: Talk to an Organizer! Visit our Website: https://digitaldabblers.com

EVENT AGENDA Most people tend to draw or work on art projects, however you can come with whatever creative project you're working on and we anticipate folks roving between both tables. We'll be there at 8am, but feel free to drop-in anytime. We'll be at two of the big tables in the back.

9-11am Drop-in Social & Work Session ~11am: Introductions & Announcements Noon-1pm: Wrap-up CODE OF CONDUCT

Respect for all attendees: Treat everyone with dignity and respect, regardless of background, experience, or perspective. Inclusive language: Avoid using offensive or discriminatory language. Appropriate sharing: Share information and experiences in a respectful and mindful manner. Avoid oversharing personal details or sensitive information. Please be mindful of specific topics of NSFW art when discussing with everyone in earshot. It's important for folks to provide consent to hear/partake in certain discussions. Health and well-being: While open communication is encouraged, excessive discussion of personal health issues may not be appropriate for a social setting. No hate speech or discrimination: Any form of hate speech, discrimination, or harassment will not be tolerated. Avoid political discussions: To maintain a positive and inclusive environment, please refrain from discussing political topics. FAQ:

Is there parking and is it free? YES parking is free on the weekends OUR MISSION: We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) member-supported community that provides high-quality education, workshops, and mentoring programs for digital creatives of all skill levels, abilities, backgrounds, and financial means. We collaborate on projects with measurable social impact, while inspiring each other to learn, make friends, and experience personal growth! https://digitaldabblers.com/about-us/

Details We heard your requests, and it's back! After the incredible success last time, we’re excited to bring back our beloved Great Techie Book Exchange to kick off spring. Join us at one of our favorite venues and hosts, White Owl, which offers us plenty of space for lots of books and engaging conversations.

Details Spend an evening with us exchanging our favorite books on a beautiful patio as we welcome the spring season. 🌼 The book exchange is OPTIONAL. If you would like to participate, arrive equipped with a book to donate in exchange for a new, exciting read! Otherwise, feel free to just come hang out with us.

🕰️ Schedule

5:30pm: Arrive at the event, check-in (with or without a book), and grab a name tag 6:00pm: Order a drink and wander around "pitching" your book to others 7:00pm: Drawing for book selections 7:30pm: Refresh your drink, dive into more book discussions or general conversations Feel free to come and go as your schedule and/or social battery allows. Don’t miss this great opportunity to discover new books, have meaningful discussions, and most importantly, HAVE FUN! 🎉

✅ Pro Tips:

Look for our pink Rose City Techie hats [Optional] Bring a book – it could be tech or career-related, but it doesn’t have to be. If it’s a favorite of yours, bring it! Have your LinkedIn QR code, business card, and contact details ready to swap We can't wait to see you there! 🌹

Join us for a virtual info session about the PDX Digital Corps — a short-term, community-driven civic tech sprint connecting skilled volunteers with local organizations.

We’ll walk through how the program works, what kinds of projects we’re tackling, and how you can get involved, whether you're a designer, developer, strategist, or just curious. We’ll also answer questions and talk about next steps for volunteers.

A separate in-person session will also be held in Portland, but you don’t need to attend both and not being able to attend won’t prevent you from participating.

This is a monthly Haskell-related hangout for Haskellers, Functional Programmers, and nerds of all sorts!

We're starting a new Code Review segment, where someone gets to share a project, go through the code, and receive critique from the room! Lyle kicked us off last month with an impromptu review of his natural deduction proof verifier. This month we'll be reviewing my own Tensort!

Location is Kiln Portland in the Cactus Room. We should be visible from the front door, or text the phone number on the front door and we will let you in! There are also many food carts nearby for more dining options.

All are welcome!

MARCH Demolicious will be at the NEW westside UpStart Collective location!

::::::: Please use the form below to apply to pitch for 2025!:::::::::

Demolicious is back! This monthly pitch event brings together founders and the community to learn about what is being built here and around Portland.

How this all works: If you are a founder, you will apply to pitch here. Don't worry. "Apply" simply means you want to pitch, but there's no real competitive process to be accepted. We just want to see what you're working on before we put you in front of a room full of people.

You will be given 3 minutes to pitch at the event.

The audience will be given a QR code to vote for their favorite pitch. The one with the most votes will go home with the Demolicious Championship belt.

Teams Pitching: Carbon Negative Solutions (C) Zylch Inc PupPod Wamglammz LLC Cocoon Air Cleaner Votonic Net Positive Homes BLKBOOK McChesney Strategic Defense | Ouranous SENSE Family Autism Care

Will you be the next founder to pitch!?!

Come join the most thrilling tech meet up in all of Portland. Chat tech projects or life stuff. Keep an eye out for nerds with name tags.

Step into the world of Python programming with a fun, interactive workshop designed for beginners and coding enthusiasts!

On Friday, March 14, 2025, at 5:00 PM PST / 7:00 PM CST / 8:00 PM EST, join Erik Gross, Co-Founder of The Tech Academy, as he guides you through building a classic Tic-Tac-Toe game from scratch.

This hands-on session will introduce you to essential programming concepts and game logic while you create your own playable version of Tic-Tac-Toe. It’s a fantastic opportunity to learn Python in a creative and engaging way!

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out—register now and bring your coding ideas to life.

Session Synopsis

AI Governance involves managing the trade-offs between innovation and risk management for artificial intelligence. This session will cover the following topics based on Sunil Soares’ books on AI Governance:

Agentic AI Governance – Best practices to implement governance within the context of Human-out-of-the-Loop.

People – Emerging roles and groups, such as the AI executive sponsor, AI governance leader, AI oversight board, AI steward, and AI center of excellence.

Process – 13 components and 100+ controls for AI governance.

Technology – Reference architecture to support AI governance including tools and vendors.

Regulations – Mappings of controls to regulations such as the EU AI Act.

Industry Standards – Mappings of controls to industry standards such as the NIST AI Risk Management Framework, OWASP Top 10 LLM and MITRE ATLAS.

Sunil Soares, Private Equity Exit/IAPP AIGP

Speaker Bio

Sunil Soares is the Founder and CEO of YDC, focused on AI Governance. Prior to this role, Sunil was the Founder and CEO of Information Asset, a data management firm, which he sold to private equity.

Sunil is the author of 12 books on data management and AI governance, including The IBM Data Governance Unified Process, Selling Information Governance to the Business, Big Data Governance, Data Governance Tools, Data Governance Guide for BCBS 239 and DFAST Compliance, The Chief Data Officer Handbook for Data Governance, and AI Governance. In the past, Sunil also worked as an auditor at PwC and as a management consultant at Booz and Company. Sunil was a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and has an MBA in Finance from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Sunil also holds the Artificial Intelligence Governance Practitioner (AIGP) certification from the International Association of Privacy Professionals. He has also successfully completed the IEEE CertifAIedTM Assessor Training for AI ethics assessments.

[Rescheduled after snow day]

How many pages are reachable from Wikipedia's page on the Rust programming language in two hops? Around 30,000, it turns out, including pages on wheat flour, Welsh orthography, and the zombie apocalypse.

As it turns out, it's super easy to do this exploration using asynchronous Rust code. Wikipedia offers a cute little REST API for querying links, and it's easy to use Serde to generate requests and parse replies. And if you're feeling guilty about flooding a precious public resource with silly API requests, it's also super easy to do rate limiting.

Jim Blandy will show how to wire up Tokio, Reqwest, and Serde to do the spidering, and whip up a mock server for testing using Warp. The techniques shown work nicely for all kinds of REST API scripting, including, say, GitHub.

What to Expect:

Please RSVP ahead of time as we only have a limited amount of space.

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord!

Venue:

The Venue is Albina Press, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. Check them out here: https://tinyurl.com/9vddcj65

Street Parking is available. The 4 Bus takes you from Downtown to the Historic Mississippi Ave & Albina St.

Agenda:

• 10 AM - Arrival: Find a spot in the back.
• 10:15 AM - Introductions:
  • Share your name
  • Discuss your current projects or interests. If you don’t have a specific project, share what intrigues you!
  • Mention your expertise and how you can assist others.
  • Are you job hunting or hiring? Let us know!
  • Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too.
• 12:30 PM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

Speaker

Christina Burnett, T-Mobile

Christina has over thirty years of experience in consulting, data modeling, software integration, analysis, and programming. She came to Data Governance late in her career, but having a data-centric view of software has been a common thread throughout her work. Her software development background has given her a practical perspective on how to work with software development teams to improve Data Governance outcomes. Christina has a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Houston, and an M.S. in Computer Science and Software Engineering from the University of Washington Bothell. Christina is certified as a Collibra Expert Level 2.

Abstract

We have shifted our focus from governing data when an initiative is complete, to beginning data governance during the design phase of the software development lifecycle. We walk with our development teams to ensure that governance is baked into the plan, not an afterthought. We determine the level of governance that is needed for new data products during design. This ensures that the development teams are not surprised by our governance requirements, reducing remediation, and improving the quality of the data products from their inception.

This presentation will include:

An explanation of the Governance by Design framework Demonstrations of workflows in Collibra to support the process Change management for both the Data Governance team and the other impacted groups RSVP required for entry ticket. This is a VIRTUAL event

Come join the most thrilling tech meet up in all of Portland. Chat tech projects or life stuff. Keep an eye out for nerds with name tags.

THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED BECAUSE THE PSU CAMPUS IS CLOSED DUE TO THE SNOW

How many pages are reachable from Wikipedia's page on the Rust programming language in two hops? Around 30,000, it turns out, including pages on wheat flour, Welsh orthography, and the zombie apocalypse.

As it turns out, it's super easy to do this exploration using asynchronous Rust code. Wikipedia offers a cute little REST API for querying links, and it's easy to use Serde to generate requests and parse replies. And if you're feeling guilty about flooding a precious public resource with silly API requests, it's also super easy to do rate limiting.

Jim Blandy will show how to wire up Tokio, Reqwest, and Serde to do the spidering, and whip up a mock server for testing using Warp. The techniques shown work nicely for all kinds of REST API scripting, including, say, GitHub.

People doing strange things with electricity!

DorkbotPDX is a relaxed, informal show-and-tell for electronic artists, circuit designers, microcontroller programmers, retro computing enthusiasts, video game designers, digital archaeologists, and mod synth gearheads in Portland, Oregon.

Bring your electronic wonders, monsters, and works-in-progress for others to see, or come see what others have been working on! Whether it's code or circuits, electronic creativity of all sorts is welcome here.

This is an active, ongoing event with average attendance of 20-50 people. It is free and open to everyone, and newcomers are welcome!

https://www.meetup.com/ctrl-h/events/305980906/

What to Expect:

Please RSVP ahead of time as we only have a limited amount of space.

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord!

Venue:

The Venue is Albina Press, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. Check them out here: https://tinyurl.com/9vddcj65

Street Parking is available. The 4 Bus takes you from Downtown to the Historic Mississippi Ave & Albina St.

Agenda:

• 10 AM - Arrival: Find a spot in the back.
• 10:15 AM - Introductions:
  • Share your name
  • Discuss your current projects or interests. If you don’t have a specific project, share what intrigues you!
  • Mention your expertise and how you can assist others.
  • Are you job hunting or hiring? Let us know!
  • Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too.
• 12:30 PM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

City governments and police everywhere use drones -- to help fight fires, monitor bridge equipment, or respond to critical incidents. But drones have their dark sides, and their potential for invasive over-surveillance and harmful privacy impacts is profound.

Portland City Council voted unanimously in September to expand Portland Police Bureau’s drone program. Join Portland Investigative Journalist and Researcher Kate Kaye to learn about Portland Police Bureau’s drones, what these flying devices can do, how police have actually used them, and what city policy addressing drones and other surveillance tech does – and does not do. Kate will also share how others can help conduct similar research, and save lots of time for your questions.

Did you know:

• Portland Police Bureau drone use has increased drastically - rising from between six and 18 times each month from June 2023 through October 2024 to more than 40 times in November 2024.

• Some of Portland Police Bureau’s drones include cameras that can zoom-in on people and vehicles and track them from a far-off distance.

• In many cases, PPB’s drones have been flown in neighborhoods where more people of color live and where poverty rates are higher than in other parts of the city and in Portland as a whole.

• Portland Police have flown drones inside a family’s apartment and to monitor or search for people including juveniles.

• PPB’s gun violence unit has patrolled neighborhoods in unmarked vehicles equipped with drones ready to deploy.

Please RSVP via Meetup or by sending an email to events@ta3mportland.org.

Speaker bio:

Kate Kaye is a journalist and researcher living in north Portland. She has reported on tech data use and its impacts for more than twenty years. The project and investigation described here was conducted entirely in her personal time. Kate’s reporting has been seen and heard in MIT Technology Review, NPR, Protocol, Bloomberg CityLab, OneZero, WSJ, Fast Company, and other media outlets. Kate is the founder of RedTailMedia.org, home to some of her work investigating algorithmic and surveillance tech use and policy in Portland including Banned in PDX, a podcast series about Portland’s facial recognition ban, and an investigation of the city’s collapsed partnership with Replica, a Google-affiliated location and mobility tracking company. Kate is the author of Campaign ’08: A Turning Point for Digital Media, a 2009 book on voter data use and digital politics.

By attending this TA3M meeting, you agree to follow our Code of Conduct: https://www.meetup.com/Portlands-Techno-Activism-3rd-Mondays/pages/22681732/Code_of_Conduct/

{short} Code of Conduct Portland's Techno-Activism 3rd Mondays is dedicated to providing an informative and positive experience for everyone who participates in or supports our community, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, ability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, age, religion, socioeconomic status, caste, or creed.

Our events are intended to educate and share information related to technology and activism, and anyone who is there for this purpose is welcome. Because we value the safety and security of our members and strive to have an inclusive community, we do not tolerate harassment of members or event participants in any form.

Audio and video recording are not permitted at meetings without prior approval.

Our Code of Conduct (https://www.meetup.com/Portlands-Techno-Activism-3rd-Mondays/pages/22681732/Code_of_Conduct/) applies to all events run by Portland's TA3M. Please report any incidents to the event organizer.

What to Expect:

Please RSVP ahead of time as we only have a limited amount of space.

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord!

Venue:

The Venue is Albina Press, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. Check them out here: https://tinyurl.com/9vddcj65

Street Parking is available. The 4 Bus takes you from Downtown to the Historic Mississippi Ave & Albina St.

Agenda:

• 10 AM - Arrival: Find a spot in the back.
• 10:15 AM - Introductions:
  • Share your name
  • Discuss your current projects or interests. If you don’t have a specific project, share what intrigues you!
  • Mention your expertise and how you can assist others.
  • Are you job hunting or hiring? Let us know!
  • Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too.
• 12:30 PM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

Portland Java User Group meetup

RSVP on meetup dot com https://www.meetup.com/pdxjug/events/305066002/

Details

Discover the power of OpenRewrite, an open-source framework for automated code transformation. This talk will delve into its inner workings, exploring how it converts source code into Lossless Semantic Trees (LSTs), enabling precise and efficient code analysis and modification.

We'll also explore the world of "recipes"—reusable, composable code transformation templates that simplify complex code refactoring tasks. Learn how to harness the flexibility of OpenRewrite's recipe system to automate custom code transformations, streamline your development workflow, and improve code quality.

Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, this talk will provide a comprehensive introduction to OpenRewrite and its capabilities, empowering you to unlock the full potential of automated code transformation.

Speaker: Tyler Van Gorder

Our speaker is the co-organizer of this meetup group. He is a seasoned Software leader with deep expertise in Platform Engineering and Enterprise software design and development. He has extensive experience with Java and loves sharing this knowledge with our community.

Come join the most thrilling tech meet up in all of Portland. Chat tech projects or life stuff. Keep an eye out for nerds with name tags.

What to Expect:

Please RSVP ahead of time as we only have a limited amount of space.

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord!

Venue:

The Venue is Albina Press, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. Check them out here: https://tinyurl.com/9vddcj65

Street Parking is available. The 4 Bus takes you from Downtown to the Historic Mississippi Ave & Albina St.

Agenda:

• 10 AM - Arrival: Find a spot in the back.
• 10:15 AM - Introductions:
  • Share your name
  • Discuss your current projects or interests. If you don’t have a specific project, share what intrigues you!
  • Mention your expertise and how you can assist others.
  • Are you job hunting or hiring? Let us know!
  • Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too.
• 12:30 PM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

What to Expect:

Please RSVP ahead of time as we only have a limited amount of space.

Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.

Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord!

Venue:

The Venue is Albina Press, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. Check them out here: https://tinyurl.com/9vddcj65

Street Parking is available. The 4 Bus takes you from Downtown to the Historic Mississippi Ave & Albina St.

Agenda:

• 10 AM - Arrival: Find a spot in the back.
• 10:15 AM - Introductions:
  • Share your name
  • Discuss your current projects or interests. If you don’t have a specific project, share what intrigues you!
  • Mention your expertise and how you can assist others.
  • Are you job hunting or hiring? Let us know!
  • Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too.
• 12:30 PM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.

Links:

Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!

Details EVENT DESCRIPTION A simple social event to work on projects and socialize together, all experience levels are welcome to join! Please show support for Honey Latte and MAKE SURE TO PURCHASE FOOD/DRINK. Thanks :)

Table 1: First table is an open discussion group for folks who are wanting to primarily socialize and discuss digital art and other relevant topics. Table 2: Second table is a heads down work table for folks who are wanting to focus on getting projects done. Request to Join our Discord Chat: Talk to an Organizer! Visit our Website: https://digitaldabblers.com

EVENT AGENDA Most people tend to draw or work on art projects, however you can come with whatever creative project you're working on and we anticipate folks roving between both tables. We'll be there at 8am, but feel free to drop-in anytime. We'll be at two of the big tables in the back.

9-11am Drop-in Social & Work Session ~11am: Introductions & Announcements Noon-1pm: Wrap-up CODE OF CONDUCT

Respect for all attendees: Treat everyone with dignity and respect, regardless of background, experience, or perspective. Inclusive language: Avoid using offensive or discriminatory language. Appropriate sharing: Share information and experiences in a respectful and mindful manner. Avoid oversharing personal details or sensitive information. Please be mindful of specific topics of NSFW art when discussing with everyone in earshot. It's important for folks to provide consent to hear/partake in certain discussions. Health and well-being: While open communication is encouraged, excessive discussion of personal health issues may not be appropriate for a social setting. No hate speech or discrimination: Any form of hate speech, discrimination, or harassment will not be tolerated. Avoid political discussions: To maintain a positive and inclusive environment, please refrain from discussing political topics. FAQ:

Is there parking and is it free? YES parking is free on the weekends OUR MISSION: We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) member-supported community that provides high-quality education, workshops, and mentoring programs for digital creatives of all skill levels, abilities, backgrounds, and financial means. We collaborate on projects with measurable social impact, while inspiring each other to learn, make friends, and experience personal growth! https://digitaldabblers.com/about-us/

Get ready to kick off the holidays with a night of gaming and good vibes! Join us 11 floors up at NedSpace for an exciting mix of eSports, classic board games, and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for connecting with fellow gamers and enthusiasts.

Whether you're here to dominate in competitive video games, enjoy some nostalgic board game fun, or just chill with friends, there's something for everyone.

Highlights:

• eSports Stations: Bring your laptops & consoles and jack-in on the ultra-wide monitor setups in our Web & Interactive and Code Lab rooms. Parallel play or let’s pick a game & co-op.
• Board Games: A variety of classics and new favorites to keep the fun rolling. A game of Catan anyone?
• Chill Vibes: LED-lit rooms, cozy social spaces, and killer night views of metro pdx to make it a night to remember. Bring your crew or come solo — open invite to all, this is your chance to level up your holiday season!

Come join the most thrilling tech meet up in all of Portland. Chat tech projects or life stuff. Keep an eye out for nerds with name tags.

Details Join us at VanTechy, an event designed for engineers, programmers, and all-around tech enthusiasts. Our goal is to bring together individuals who spend their days immersed in technology, from pixels to code, and provide a space to connect with like-minded professionals.

We understand the importance of sharing experiences and learning from others in the field. Whether you work in Data, UX, AI, or any other tech domain, VanTechy offers a unique opportunity to network, share stories, and gain new insights.

Come and enjoy a casual drink and some food while mingling with fellow tech professionals, enthusiasts, and investors in the Vancouver, WA area. We look forward to seeing you!