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Started WednesdayDec 11 2024The Rising Demand for Power BI Professionalsthrough
Accelevents (Online)WebsiteBangalore, often referred to as the "Silicon Valley of India," has emerged as a hub for technology, innovation, and education. With its thriving IT ecosystem, Bangalore is the ideal destination for professionals seeking Power BI Certification Training. Whether you're a fresher or an experienced professional, training in Bangalore equips you with skills to thrive in data-driven industries. In this article, we’ll explore why Bangalore is the ultimate destination for Power BI Training and how you can benefit from the city’s vibrant learning environment.
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ThursdayDec 12 2024MergePHP (PHPDX)–
onlineWebsiteMergePHP meets the second Thursday of every month at 16:00 Pacific
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Play pool. Talk techWebsite
Details This is a fun networking event to play pool and talk tech. We will have free tables to play on and Happy Hour runs until 6pm. Everyone is welcome, you do not have to be great at pool to attend!
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Portland Design Thinkers Year-End Networking Happy HourWebsite
Join Portland Design Thinkers for our final gathering of 2024! We're bringing together Portland's vibrant community of designers, researchers, and design thinkers for an evening of F2F casual networking and conversation.
What to expect: • Connect with fellow design-thinking professionals in a relaxed setting • Share experiences and insights from your design or research practice • Meet potential collaborators and expand your local network • No entry fee – purchase any food or drinks you'd like to enjoy • Plenty of street parking, bike parking, and transit options
Come raise a glass with us as we wrap up the year and strengthen our local community. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just getting started in design, research, or design thinking, all are welcome!
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Holiday Party by TAO, AI Portland, Rose City TechiesWebsite
Join us for a festive evening hosted by AI Portland, Rose City Techies, and the Technology Association of Oregon, as we come together to celebrate our thriving tech and AI community! Connect with fellow professionals from across Portland’s tech and creative landscape, enjoy light snacks and drinks, and expand your network in a relaxed, holiday-inspired atmosphere.
We will be verifying registration and checking IDs at the door. The dress code is casual, but feel free to add a bit of holiday sparkle if you’d like!
We look forward to an evening of good conversation and great company—don’t miss out on this celebration of community and connection!
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Holiday Party (Cloud Native PDX)Website
Details Our friends from AI Portland, Rose City Techies, and the Technology Association of Oregon are hosting a Holiday Party on December 12th at 7:00pm.
Please RSVP here: https://web.cvent.com/event/e903131a-aafb-44f3-a459-e6689238b3bc/regProcessStep1
Join us for a festive evening as we come together to celebrate our thriving tech and AI community! Connect with fellow professionals from across Portland’s tech and creative landscape, enjoy light snacks and drinks, and expand your network in a relaxed, holiday-inspired atmosphere. We will be verifying registration and checking IDs at the door. The dress code is casual, but feel free to add a bit of holiday sparkle if you’d like! We look forward to an evening of good conversation and great company—don’t miss out on this celebration of community and connection!
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Holiday Party Networking (Portland Azure User Group)–
KilnWebsiteJoin us for a festive evening hosted by AI Portland, Rose City Techies, and the Technology Association of Oregon, as we come together to celebrate our thriving tech and AI community! Connect with fellow professionals from across Portland’s tech and creative landscape, enjoy light snacks and drinks, and expand your network in a relaxed, holiday-inspired atmosphere.
We will be verifying registration and checking IDs at the door. The dress code is casual, but feel free to add a bit of holiday sparkle if you’d like! We look forward to an evening of good conversation and great company—don’t miss out on this celebration of community and connection!
🚨 YOU MUST REGISTER ON THE TAO WEBSITE HERE 🚨 https://web.cvent.com/event/e903131a-aafb-44f3-a459-e6689238b3bc/summary Your RSVP will not count as a registration.
The Portland Microsoft User Groups are thrilled to sponsor this event! Hope to see you there.
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Started WednesdayDec 11 2024The Rising Demand for Power BI Professionalsthrough
Accelevents (Online)WebsiteBangalore, often referred to as the "Silicon Valley of India," has emerged as a hub for technology, innovation, and education. With its thriving IT ecosystem, Bangalore is the ideal destination for professionals seeking Power BI Certification Training. Whether you're a fresher or an experienced professional, training in Bangalore equips you with skills to thrive in data-driven industries. In this article, we’ll explore why Bangalore is the ultimate destination for Power BI Training and how you can benefit from the city’s vibrant learning environment.
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FridayDec 13 2024Data Viz Portland - Coworking SessionWebsite
Join fellow data viz enthusiasts for an informal coworking session at the beautiful Flour Bloom cafe! Come to meet each other, to chat and / or to get some work done.
Hosted by the Portland Chapter of the Data Visualization Society. You can sign up for updates or to get involved via this form. https://forms.gle/YN5HvmWhYmdfoVWy8
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Started WednesdayDec 11 2024The Rising Demand for Power BI Professionalsthrough
Accelevents (Online)WebsiteBangalore, often referred to as the "Silicon Valley of India," has emerged as a hub for technology, innovation, and education. With its thriving IT ecosystem, Bangalore is the ideal destination for professionals seeking Power BI Certification Training. Whether you're a fresher or an experienced professional, training in Bangalore equips you with skills to thrive in data-driven industries. In this article, we’ll explore why Bangalore is the ultimate destination for Power BI Training and how you can benefit from the city’s vibrant learning environment.
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SaturdayDec 14 2024Workparty 2024 Series at CTRLH - PDX HackerspaceWebsite
CTRLH/PDX Hackerspace 2024 Workparty Series: A Haven for Tech Enthusiasts!
Saturdays | 12 PM - 5 PM
What’s the Buzz? Curious about the inner workings of a hackerspace? Dive into the world of CTRLH/PDX Hackerspace! It's your chance to explore our community, contribute to its growth, and maybe even apply as a member. Plus, it's when we all get together to give our space some TLC.
Here’s the Deal:
Kanban Adventures: Our Kanban Board is the pulse of our workparty. It's where tasks meet talent. Join us in this unique choreography of creativity and care. Chill & Create: Bring your project, or find one here. It's about collaboration, innovation, and putting your mark on our space. Tours with Insights: New here? Get an exclusive tour and discover the range of equipment and possibilities our space offers. There's a lot more than just tables, chairs, and internet – but we'll let you see for yourself. Who’s Invited? Tech enthusiasts with a spark of curiosity. If you're community-minded and conscientious, you'll fit right in. What’s On Offer: Essentials covered: Tables, chairs, and internet. A full tour will reveal the plethora of tools and equipment available for all your hacking and making needs. Cost? Workparty Events are absolutely free to attend. Feel a connection? Ask about membership for 24/7 access to our tech wonderland, starting at $40 per month. The Golden Rules: Be excellent, be kind, and help keep our community spirit thriving. Volunteers Make the Dream Work: Continuing to make our hackerspace a reality is a team effort. Your contributions are invaluable.
Let's Make Every Saturday Count!
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SundayDec 15 2024PDX Code & Coffee @ Albina Press (On Albina Ave - In the back)Website
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.
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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!
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MondayDec 16 2024Vantechy Happy HourWebsite
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!
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TuesdayDec 17 2024founder.coffee @ Yigebe Coffee (NE Portland)Website
Yigebe Ethiopian Coffee is committed to providing genuine, ethically sourced Ethiopian coffee. We roast in-house and serve every cup fresh, offering Portland a true taste of Ethiopian coffee tradition. We choose the best beans and offer exceptional service that would please Grandma Yigebe.
Josh & Mark
About founder.coffee: As a business owner, you are faced with many challenges. You're forced to make decisions every day that could make or break your business. founder.coffee is a way to network with other entrepreneurs to allow free-flowing information with the intent to collaborate and help each other. So often we're challenged and there's very little we can do to express our challenges with the people we work with or the people we care about. Think of founder.coffee as your own personal support group for business owners. We're all here to help!
RSVP, it's free you elf you: https://www.meetup.com/founder-coffee/events/304424180/
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Portland Geek Dinner - Portland! (Padnug)Website
Folks, we're heading back to Grand Central! Breakside just has too many other events they are accommodating and as many of you know, last month was CRAZY loud!
Geek and Nerd dinners are a great way to get to know your peers in the industry in an informal setting. We always have great food, beverages, and conversation!
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PADNUG is the developer user group in the Portland, Oregon metro area. We bring together software developers from throughout the area to learn and discuss technologies and techniques for developing on and interacting with Microsoft platforms. We hold monthly meetings featuring amazing presentations on a wide range of topics including Technology Announcements, Architecture, Methodologies, and Developer Experiences.
Join our growing community of developers!
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PDXCPP - Monthly MeetupWebsite
We're very excited to welcome you to the Portland C++ User's Group (PDXCPP) meetup! Join us in downtown Portland to hobnob, learn, and share with other Modern C++ enthusiasts! Bring your C++ questions, stories of coding adventure, and tales of debugger derring-do!
This month, we will be meeting at the Lucky Labrador Brewpub on SE Hawthorne.
NOTE: We're not really meant to be a "bar group", as kind as the folks at Lucky Lab have been. We are seeking a suitable small venue space, preferably with whiteboards and projectors. If your company is interested in hosting our group, please contact us!
-- Your PDXCPP Organizers
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WednesdayDec 18 2024Junior Developer Happy HourWebsite
Join us to meet other junior developers as well as some who are further along in their careers. Get to know some friendly people in our industry! 👋 Our goal is to help build community- we want you here! All levels of experience are welcome.
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Cocktails + Code (Portland Ruby Brigade)Website
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.
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#social_beerWebsite
The last monthly get together for 2024 for the https://pdxslack.com crew! Back at the Bye and Bye.
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ThursdayDec 19 2024Beers with EngineersWebsite
Details No agenda, no pitch, no bullshit. As always, come geek out, network, and have a good time.
Beers with Engineers is a diverse group of engineers from a variety of fields coming together to share a drink after work, commiserate with like-minded nerds, and learn more about our respective industries.
If it's your first time joining us, welcome! We strive to make our meetup welcoming for both newcomers and returning attendees and inclusive for all current or aspiring engineers, especially those who are often underrepresented in the field.
See you there!
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GIT TogetherWebsite
Everyone from seasoned professionals to those just getting started in tech are welcome. Chat with other techies, network, play some pool, have a beer or a meal. You be you. All are welcome.
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Monads & Mojitos (Portland Has Skill)Website
Details This is a monthly Haskell-related hangout for Haskellers, Functional Programmers, and nerds of all sorts!
Location is Kiln Portland. We'll meet in the Kitchen and then move to the Pink Room at 6pm. 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!
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Tech Professionals Networking & Happy Hour EventWebsite
It's time to put the 'ha' back in happy hour! Join us for our December Tech Happy Hour as we share stories, make new connections, and enjoy each other's company over delicious drinks and eats.
At the last meetup we learned interesting facts about self driving cars, that Disney show's up in the most unexpected places, in Germany there's a law about trimming your bush and what kinds of things you might want to tow behind your truck that weigh 2000lbs.
Our events provide a welcoming space to share ideas, explore emerging technologies, and establish meaningful connections that extend beyond the workplace. Whether you're seeking inspiration, support, or simply a friendly conversation, our community has something for everyone. Join us and experience the warmth of like-minded individuals who enjoy tech!
We're exploring a new spot, this time it's Brothers Cascadia Brewing. I've never been but I've heard good things! Looking forward to seeing you there!
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BSD Pizza NightWebsite
A meeting of folks interested in BSD operating systems and related technologies to get together, eat pizza, drink beer, and talk about what interesting things have been going on.
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FridayDec 20 202411 Floors Up - eSports & Board Game Night - Holiday Kickoff–
NedSpaceWebsiteGet 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!
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SaturdayDec 21 2024Workparty 2024 Series at CTRLH - PDX HackerspaceWebsite
CTRLH/PDX Hackerspace 2024 Workparty Series: A Haven for Tech Enthusiasts!
Saturdays | 12 PM - 5 PM
What’s the Buzz? Curious about the inner workings of a hackerspace? Dive into the world of CTRLH/PDX Hackerspace! It's your chance to explore our community, contribute to its growth, and maybe even apply as a member. Plus, it's when we all get together to give our space some TLC.
Here’s the Deal:
Kanban Adventures: Our Kanban Board is the pulse of our workparty. It's where tasks meet talent. Join us in this unique choreography of creativity and care. Chill & Create: Bring your project, or find one here. It's about collaboration, innovation, and putting your mark on our space. Tours with Insights: New here? Get an exclusive tour and discover the range of equipment and possibilities our space offers. There's a lot more than just tables, chairs, and internet – but we'll let you see for yourself. Who’s Invited? Tech enthusiasts with a spark of curiosity. If you're community-minded and conscientious, you'll fit right in. What’s On Offer: Essentials covered: Tables, chairs, and internet. A full tour will reveal the plethora of tools and equipment available for all your hacking and making needs. Cost? Workparty Events are absolutely free to attend. Feel a connection? Ask about membership for 24/7 access to our tech wonderland, starting at $40 per month. The Golden Rules: Be excellent, be kind, and help keep our community spirit thriving. Volunteers Make the Dream Work: Continuing to make our hackerspace a reality is a team effort. Your contributions are invaluable.
Let's Make Every Saturday Count!
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SundayDec 22 2024Digital Creatives and Coffee! (drop-in social)Website
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/