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  • Monday
    Oct 5 2026
    Code & Coffee - Beaverton
    –
    Fly Chai

    Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session: drink your beverage of choice, bring your laptop, and hang out with your peers! Have engaging conversations, or focus on work or projects. 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.

    ---- Schedule ----

    You're welcome to drop in anytime during the event. We understand that everyone may have external commitments and challenges - join us when you can!

    We have informal unscheduled introductions - practice your personal elevator pitch, or take things slower to build your confidence.

    ---- Venue ----

    Fly Chai allow us to informally and freely use their space. If within your budget, we'd appreciate your help to sustain our use of the venue, by purchasing something tasty, whether Chai or otherwise.

    Find us at tables with a Code&Coffee sign - or a clump of laptop-users!

    Wifi and power outlets are available. Our meeting area should be accessible - please let us know if not.

    ---- What to expect ----

    Smaller events than you may be used to, with a mixed crowd week-to-week. We expect this is likely due to us meeting weekly, at a less central location.

    These may result in what you're looking for:

    A smaller, less intimidating, lower pressure, cozy atmosphere.
A mix of regular and new faces.
A simpler schedule - every week, same time, same place - that you can drop into when you like.
Being closer to you than other events.

    Whether those are generally or partly to your liking, we hope you'll consider dropping by sometime!

    ---- Getting to the venue ----

    Look for the venue on the meetup Google map, or alternatives like OpenStreetMap.

    -- Driving --

    There are limited parking spaces on a lot outside the venue (4+1 accessible), with more in the surrounding area.

    -- Transit options --

    Beaverton Central (Red/Blue MAX), then walk~ 8 minutes

    Beaverton Transit Center (Red/Blue MAX, bus, WES) then walk ~11 minutes

    For a shorter walk to the venue, take a bus from Beaverton Transit Center (52 to Farmington/Hall, 76 to Watson/Broadway, 57 to Canyon/Watson)

    Website
  • Tuesday
    Oct 6 2026
    Better Futures Club
    ruby
    –
    Autumn Coffee Roasting

    ​Better Futures Club is a weekly event (alternating Tuesdays and Thursdays) focused on imagining and making better futures.

    Imagine an artist community, a think tank, and a research center in the same building. People in all of those fields working alongside each other imagining and creating different futures together. Cross pollination and inspiration. Liberal Arts and STEM and R&D. Photographers, physicists, authors, astronomers, musicians, makers, mathematicians, designers, developers, fashionistas, climatologists and all manner of imaginative optimists.

    All Better Futures Club events are covered by the Contributor Covenant Code of Conduct (https://www.contributor-covenant.org)

    Website
  • Wednesday
    Oct 7 2026
    Talk Tech Together: Strategies for Digital Empowerment

    Celebrate National Digital Inclusion Week at Multnomah County Library!

    Join a gathering of community members and digital inclusion practitioners to discuss interests, needs, and concerns related to technology literacy/education, internet connectivity, and device access. At the event you'll be able to choose from suggested discussion topics or submit your own ideas. Envision the programs, resources, and connections needed to build a future where emerging technologies bridge gaps in access.

    Website
  • Assistive Tech User Research with Cindy Merrill (Hybrid) - CHIFOO / PDX A11Y UX

    Assistive Tech User Research

    Join us as Cindy Merrill shares her work making technology more accessible to people with disabilities. Cindy conducts remote moderated research with people who use assistive technology, including screen readers and screen magnifiers. In this presentation, she'll discuss real-world insights from her research and share proven best practices for planning and conducting effective user research with people who rely on these essential tools.

    This event is co-hosted by CHIFOO (pronounced ‘ky – FOO’), the Computer Human Interaction Forum of Oregon, and PDX A11Y UX, the Portland Accessibility & UX Meetup.

    Bio

    Cindy Merrill is a Lead UX Researcher at Pluribus Digital, a consulting firm specializing in modern digital experiences for the federal government. With more than 20 years of experience in user research across government and industry, she is passionate about making technology more accessible and easier to use. She has conducted numerous research studies on websites, consumer products, and automotive systems while working at Intel, Jaguar Land Rover, Cvent, and various consulting firms.

    Event is in person and online

    We are in person at the Multnomah County Central Library (Large Community Room 1A) and online via Zoom for remote participation (Zoom link will be posted a few days before event). Introduction starts at 6:00 pm, and we need to leave the room by 7:45pm.

    Accommodation requests

    If you have any accommodation requests, don’t hesitate to contact us before the event to discuss.

    Website
  • Thursday
    Oct 8 2026
    Investor Ready Workshop
    –
    Instrument

    Get Investor Ready

    ​Raising capital is about more than your deck or your traction. It’s about how you show up in the room. Join Clarence Bethea for a five-hour, hands-on workshop designed to help founders master the room, the pitch, and the psychology of fundraising.

    ​You’ll learn how to:

    ​* Craft a pitch that resonates

    • Understand how investors evaluate you

    • Communicate with confidence

    • Navigate tough questions and feedback

    • Master the psychology of fundraising

    ​Clarence brings both sides of the table. His experience raising $30M+ as a founder and his perspective as an investor evaluating hundreds of startups.

    ​As one founder from a previous workshop put it:

    ​“It feels like I walked away with weeks’ worth of knowledge and immense value.” — Vladimir Gurkot

    ​Expect real-world examples, hands-on exercises, candid conversations, and actionable feedback you can put to work immediately.

    ​You’ll leave with: A sharper pitch. Greater confidence. A better understanding of investors. And a clearer path to becoming investor ready.

    ​Your registration includes:

    ​* 5-hour live workshop

    • Dinner

    • ​Lifetime access to the What VCs Won’t Say course ($399 value)

    ​Only 50 seats available

    ​👉 Reserve your seat now https://luma.com/workshopor

    ​By registering for this event, you consent to What VCs Won’t Say sharing your name and email address with the event’s Lead Sponsors. You may unsubscribe from future marketing communications at any time.

    Website
  • Community Broadband PDX Campaign Meeting
    –
    CETI Institute Lab

    Monthly community campaign meeting to coordinate actions toward building a public broadband option in the City of Portland. Open to all. This meeting is open to everyone interested in campaigning for a public broadband option for the City of Portland! Bringing community-owned internet infrastructure to Portland is a community effort! We need your help! No technical skills necessary.

    This is a recurring community meeting happening every 2nd Thursday of the month.

    We are gathering in the CETI Lab located on the 4th floor at 111 SW Columbia Street in downtown Portland. The Lab is easily acessible by public transporation. There is parking in the building garage on the 4th floor for $5.

    Thank you to the CETI Institute for hosting Community Broadband PDX monthly meetings!

    RSVP

    Website
  • Saturday
    Oct 10 2026
    Web Surfing Party!

    Community Room 1A

    Join us and surf the web together in person! The Good Web never went away and it's better than ever. We find weird stuff, play games, make our own pages, follow mysterious web rings and generally have a blast.

    Pop in for 20 minutes or an hour. No computer necessary.

    Website
  • Sunday
    Oct 11 2026
    PNSQC Innovation Day
    free

    Looking for something different to do on a Sunday afternoon?

    PNSQC Innovation Day is a free community event for anyone curious about technology and how it is changing the world around us.

    Students, families, educators, and technology professionals.

    Come see commercial robots, augmented and virtual reality, rockets, exoskeletons, student projects, and more. Attend practical conversations about AI, meet the people working with these technologies, ask questions, and experience some of the technology firsthand.

    You do not need a technical background. You only need to be curious.

    RSVP https://pnsqc.org/innovation-day/

    Please share this with anyone who might enjoy an afternoon of technology, exploration, and new ideas.

    Website
  • PNSQC Innovation Day

    The PNSQC Innovation Day brings students, educators, parents, and community members together to explore emerging technologies through student projects, robotics demonstrations, and educational seminars. By combining student innovation with community learning, the event creates an environment where attendees can interact with each other on topics such as artificial intelligence, robotics, automation, and other technologies shaping our future. Innovation Day will be held the Sunday October 11th, immediately preceding the PNSQC Software Quality conference.

    Website
  • Monday
    Oct 12 2026
    The Pacific NW Software Quality Conference (PNSQC)
    free
    through
    University Place Hotel

    The 44th Pacific Northwest Software Quality Conference will be held October 12-14, 2026. The conference theme is "Quality in the Age of Autonomy." Quality is relevant to design, manufacturing, code, applications, user experience, writing/prose, and many other areas that may not be obvious.

    Keynotes include Maaret Pyhäjärvi from Finland, Jonathon Wright from England, and over 50 more presenters.

    Talks include "Inside Tesla: The Birth of the Software-Defined Vehicle and Quality in the Age of Autonomy", "The Quality Nervous System", and many presentations about the impact of AI on software quality as well as more traditional quality aspects.

    PNSQC 2026 is both an in-person and online event, even offering a FREE virtual track to watch our keynotes and invited speakers.

    Check it out online at: https://pnsqc.org/register

    Tracks Include - Quality Engineering (Process & Methods, Tools & Technologies) - Management, Leadership, People & Enterprise IT Quality - AI and Emerging Technologies

    Our industry learns from working with education, healthcare, manufacturing, government sectors, and more. What can those other industries learn from us? Come and find out at PNSQC 2026.

    Website
  • Code & Coffee - Beaverton
    –
    Fly Chai

    Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session: drink your beverage of choice, bring your laptop, and hang out with your peers! Have engaging conversations, or focus on work or projects. 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.

    ---- Schedule ----

    You're welcome to drop in anytime during the event. We understand that everyone may have external commitments and challenges - join us when you can!

    We have informal unscheduled introductions - practice your personal elevator pitch, or take things slower to build your confidence.

    ---- Venue ----

    Fly Chai allow us to informally and freely use their space. If within your budget, we'd appreciate your help to sustain our use of the venue, by purchasing something tasty, whether Chai or otherwise.

    Find us at tables with a Code&Coffee sign - or a clump of laptop-users!

    Wifi and power outlets are available. Our meeting area should be accessible - please let us know if not.

    ---- What to expect ----

    Smaller events than you may be used to, with a mixed crowd week-to-week. We expect this is likely due to us meeting weekly, at a less central location.

    These may result in what you're looking for:

    A smaller, less intimidating, lower pressure, cozy atmosphere.
A mix of regular and new faces.
A simpler schedule - every week, same time, same place - that you can drop into when you like.
Being closer to you than other events.

    Whether those are generally or partly to your liking, we hope you'll consider dropping by sometime!

    ---- Getting to the venue ----

    Look for the venue on the meetup Google map, or alternatives like OpenStreetMap.

    -- Driving --

    There are limited parking spaces on a lot outside the venue (4+1 accessible), with more in the surrounding area.

    -- Transit options --

    Beaverton Central (Red/Blue MAX), then walk~ 8 minutes

    Beaverton Transit Center (Red/Blue MAX, bus, WES) then walk ~11 minutes

    For a shorter walk to the venue, take a bus from Beaverton Transit Center (52 to Farmington/Hall, 76 to Watson/Broadway, 57 to Canyon/Watson)

    Website
  • Wednesday
    Oct 14 2026
    Portland Drupal User Group

    Get up-to-date information at: https://luma.com/3e2o26k9

    Address: Hawthorne Asylum Food Cart Pod Portland, Oregon United States

    Hosted by Erin M Miles Rasmussen

  • Thursday
    Oct 15 2026
    Portland Monthly BEAM Meet & Chat
    –
    Honey Latte Cafe

    Note: Your RSVP is required in order to attend this event.

    Let’s get together for an informal BEAM PDX hangout: coffee, conversation, and light co-working.

    This is a low-key monthly meetup for folks working with Elixir, Erlang, Gleam, and other BEAM languages, aimed at reconnecting the local community and rebuilding momentum after a long quiet stretch. We'll holding this on the second Thursday of each month.

    There will be opportunities to:

    • Ask questions about Elixir and other BEAM languages

    • Share what you’ve been working on (or stuck on)

    • Get help with programming or design problems

    • Co-work: get things done with like-minded folks nearby

    Brainstorm ideas for future talk-based meetups and identify potential speakers

    Bring your laptop if you’d like. It's totally optional.

    New to BEAM languages, or just curious? You’re very welcome.

    Please RSVP so we know roughly how many people to expect. If your plans change, un-RSVP when you can.

    This meetup is also part of our transition away from Meetup to a new home for the group, where we’ll be organizing future events.

    Website
  • Accelerate Biotech Networking Lunch at Bend Venture Conference

    Join us for this year’s Accelerate Biotech Networking Lunch at Bend Venture Conference. We’ll gather at Willamette Valley Vineyards in Bend, just steps from the Tower Theater and perfectly timed between BVC programming.

    Connect Oregon’s biotech community. Build relationships that last beyond BVC.

    This lunchtime gathering brings together bio entrepreneurs, ecosystem supporters, and stakeholders from across Oregon in a relaxed setting for meaningful conversations and connections.

    Meet innovators and industry leaders working across biotech, digital health, and health innovation while helping build a stronger, more connected bioscience ecosystem across Oregon.

    Lunch will be provided, with options available to accommodate dietary needs. Doors open at 11:30 AM.

    This event is made possible through the generous support of Tonkon Torp.

    Website
  • Across the River: The Techworks Northwest Launch Party
    –
    RiverWest

    Techworks Northwest is coming to Southwest Washington, and we’d love to meet you!

    For years, we’ve helped Oregon technology companies grow by connecting them with valuable employee benefits, trusted business partners, practical resources, and a strong community of technology leaders. Now, Southwest Washington companies can access those same benefits and resources.

    Join us for Across the River, a relaxed evening for founders, executives, and HR and operations leaders in the Southwest Washington technology community. Enjoy great food and drinks and learn how Techworks Northwest can help your company save money, support its employees, and grow more effectively.

    You’ll also have the opportunity to explore our group health plan and other essential business services that Techworks offers.

    There’s no formal panel or lengthy presentation—just good conversation, valuable connections, and helpful resources for your company.

    Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

    Website

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