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SDNNYC Goes to the Met: A Service Safari Experience

**Saturday, July 18th, 11:00AM-3:00 PM EDT** **SDN Goes to the Met: A Service Safari Experience** **Event Description** One of the great tools that Service Designers have in their toolset is the service safari, an exercise where a project team goes out into the wild and acts as customers to experience a product, service, or environment firsthand. The exercise helps you build deep empathy, uncover real-world pain points, and reveal gaps in your customer journey that traditional surveys or interviews might miss. On Saturday, July 18th we invite you to join us as we take a service safari to one of the crown jewels of New York City: The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Attendees will break into groups and get an opportunity to practice this research technique firsthand within the museum itself. At the end of the day we will share our findings and gather for food and drink. **About Our Guide** **Peter March** Peter is a UX and experience design leader with 15+ years shaping products for Fortune 500 brands. His design practice spans across digital and real world touchpoints, bringing UX rigor to environments like events, exhibits, and retail. He formally served as a local leader of the Interaction Design Association, and is part of the TAILORU Stitch Collective, where he helps professionals integrate AI into human centered workflows. **Agenda** * 11am - 11:30 am Introductions and activity outline * 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Field research: Exploring in teams * 1:00 - 2:15 pm Lunch; team synthesis & debrief * 2:15 - 3pm Findings share back with the full group **Address** The Metropolitan Museum of Art 1000 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10028 **After-Party**: Dylan Murphy's 1453 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10028 First drink is on SDNNYC! **Financial Transparency & Scholarships** As a non-profit, we do our best to strike a balance between making our events available to all and ensuring we keep the lights on. For this event, we are charging $10. * If this amount is prohibitive for you to attend this event, please message [Barry](https://www.meetup.com/sdnnyc/members/267573171/) on Meetup and we’ll provide you a scholarship to this event. You can also email us at sdn.newyorkchapter@gmail.com as we may miss messages on this platform. * If you’d like to provide scholarships, please message [Barry](https://www.meetup.com/sdnnyc/members/267573171/) on Meetup and he will follow up with you. See you there :) David, Francesco, Yasmin, Cameron, Lynn, Nicholas, & Barry

Conversation française à Brooklyn

**français** *(see English description below)* Profitez de conversation française dans une ambiance détendue au bar. « Conversation française à Brooklyn » est un cercle de conversation en français qui se déroule vendredi soir. Au café, bar, ou parc, près du centre de Brooklyn et plusieurs lignes métro, il y aura un animateur francophone (moi) qui peut guider la conversation et fournir un mot ici et là. Le lieu peut changer d’une séance à l’autre, mais quel que soit l'endroit, vous pratiquerez beaucoup la langue française et ferez la connaissance de personnes intéressantes. Le but de ce groupe est de donner à ses participants (de tout niveau, sauf débutant) la possibilité de parler français. Dans ce groupe, on parle 100 % en français. Niveau : à partir de faible intermédiaire. **English** Enjoy French conversation in a relaxed atmosphere at a bar. “Conversation française à Brooklyn” is a French conversation group that takes place every other Friday evening. At a bar, café, or park near central Brooklyn and several subway lines, there will be a French speaking host (me) who can lead the conversation. The location may change from week to week, but wherever we are, you will be able to speak French and meet interesting people. The goal of this group is to give its participants (of all levels) the opportunity to practice French. In this group, we speak 100% in French (but don't be intimidated, we'll be there to help if you can't think of a word). If you're still learning, the recommended level to attend is weak intermediate or higher. If you can't follow the discussion, I'm happy to repeat anything or help you express some things that you might never have said in French before. The only way to improve is to practice! ***Donate to cover the costs of the group here: [https://www.venmo.com/u/brooklyn-meetup](https://www.venmo.com/u/brooklyn-meetup)***

New York dbt Meetup | Lightning Talks

It's here! Our next dbt meetup is coming up and will be hosted at The Information Lab office: 124 E 14th Street New York, NY 10003 We are looking forward to socializing and seeing all of the new and familiar faces! dbt Meetups are networking events open to all folks working with data! Talks predominantly focus on community members' experience with dbt, however, you'll catch presentations on broader topics such as analytics engineering, data stacks, data ops, modeling, testing, and team structures. **Our venue has capacity limits, so please only RSVP if you intend to come** and reach out to \**partnerships@brooklyndata.co*\* if you need to cancel last minute. At anytime, you may update your RSVP status on the Meetup to "Not Going." ➡️ Join the dbt Slack community: [https://www.getdbt.com/community/](https://www.getdbt.com/community/) For the best Meetup experience, make sure to join the **#local-nyc** channel in dbt Slack ([https://slack.getdbt.com/](https://slack.getdbt.com/)) dbt is the standard in data transformation, used by over 40,000 organizations worldwide. Through the application of software engineering best practices like modularity, version control, testing, and documentation, dbt’s analytics engineering workflow helps teams work more efficiently to produce data the entire organization can trust. Learn more: [https://www.getdbt.com/](https://www.getdbt.com/) \*\*\* **Venue Host**: The Information Lab **Catering**: **Organizer**: Brooklyn Data Agenda and additional details below: * 5:30pm Networking \| Refreshments & Conversation * 6:00pm Intro remarks * 6:10-6:20 Speaker 1 + Q&A * 6:20-6:30 Speaker 2 + Q&A * 6:30-6:40 Speaker 3 + Q&A * 6:40-6:50 Speaker 4 + Q&A * 6:40-6:50 Speaker 5 + Q&A * 6:50-7:10pm Panel Q + A and Closing remarks * 7:10-8:00 Reception & Networking ✨Speakers and Topics: TBA! Interested in speaking at a future meetup? Submit your interest using [this form](https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=xIkPdS1TOUOf2bYF7KJByN1Oqcs2pwhFhb9JprUBxnpUMjJQMEFFSDQ4TUtYUEY2N0dPV0dLUlRBUy4u), and we'll be in touch! To attend, please read the Required Participation Language for In-Person Events with dbt Labs: [https://www.getdbt.com/legal/health-and-safety-policy](https://www.getdbt.com/legal/health-and-safety-policy) *All participants are welcome. For questions regarding access and accommodation, please contact partnerships@brooklyndata.co in advance.*

Brooklyn Spanish Conversation

Looking to practice and improve your Spanish language skills? Join Spanish Conversation Brooklyn, a vibrant Spanish Conversation meetup group based in Brooklyn. Our community is centered around celebrating cultural heritage and fostering bilingual communication through engaging conversations in both Spanish and English. Whether you're a beginner or fluent speaker, everyone is welcome to participate and meet individuals who share common interests in Spanish networking and language learning. Join us for an immersive and enjoyable experience connecting with others while expanding your language abilities. ¡Únete a nosotros ahora! (Join us!) ***Note: Meetup.com charges organizers $300 per year for the ability to host events. If you had a good time, please donate what you think is fair: [https://www.venmo.com/u/brooklyn-meetup](https://www.venmo.com/u/brooklyn-meetup)*** ============ ¡Bienvenidos a Conversation Español en Brooklyn! Somos un grupo de conversación en español con base en Brooklyn, dedicado a conectar a aquellos interesados en su herencia y cultura española. Si te apasiona practicar y mejorar tu español o inglés, así como conocer y interactuar con otros apasionados del idioma, este grupo es perfecto para ti. Nuestro enfoque bilingüe español/inglés nos permite a todos disfrutar de conversaciones en ambos idiomas, facilitando un intercambio cultural y de conocimientos único. Únete a nosotros y amplía tus redes de contacto mientras disfrutas compartiendo tus intereses en un ambiente de amistad y diversión. ¡Te esperamos! ***Nota: Meetup.com cobra a los organizadores 300 USD por año por la posibilidad de organizar eventos. Si la pasaste bien, dona lo que creas que es justo a continuación:*** ***[https://www.venmo.com/u/brooklyn-meetup](https://www.venmo.com/u/brooklyn-meetup)***

Revizto's New York Field Day

The Revizto Field Day is back in the Big Apple, and you won't want to miss it. Join us on July 30th in New York City, for an evening packed with industry insights and real conversations from people building the future of construction. The agenda includes: * AECO networking + food/drinks * [AECOM](https://www.linkedin.com/company/aecom/)’s project insights on applying Revizto to active rail design * An exclusive preview of Revizto’s product roadmap The event is free and space is limited.

Content Marketing Networking Event: Multi -Vertical NYC Mixer

***Hosts will not be giving any financial advice nor endorsements of any kind regarding anything financial.*** *Attendees are free to do so at their own volition.* Direction: * When you arrive, take the elevator up to the third floor where the bar is located (called: Recreation Bar). * We will be by the high top table in front of the bar area, having a drink and connecting. Be sure to look out for us! *(we, alongside attendees will be wearing name tags)* If there's any questions, please contact us via WhatsApp or email: wagmiconnect@gmail.com https://api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=3715 **Learn more about future events and meetups through our LinkedIn!** **[https://www.linkedin.com/company/wagmi-connect](https://www.linkedin.com/company/wagmi-connect)** Join us every week for this dynamic networking experience where top professionals, entrepreneurs, and innovators from diverse industries come together. This isn’t just another networking event—it’s a **hub for ideas and collaboration**. 🔹 **Discover the Power of Cross-Industry Innovation** – Learn how blending trends from different fields sparks original ideas that drive success.🔹 **Leverage the Network Effect** – The more connections you make, the greater your opportunities for partnerships, insights, and growth.🔹 **Gain Insider Knowledge** – Engage with experts who can challenge your perspective, refine your strategies, and inspire fresh ideas. This is a multi-discplinary event so rest assured that you will be able to rub shoulders with professionals who work #marketing, #tech, #AI, #Insurance, #business, #ecommerce and more. This networking event will be a semi-led, semi- open-format social gathering where meaningful connections happen naturally. No pressure—just great opportunities to meet new people. Whether you come solo or with friends, an open mindset is key to expanding your network. We work with our [partner ](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/108324422961?ref=eofblike "https://www.eventbrite.com/o/108324422961?ref=eofblike")to help you maximize the value of every interaction, building both personal and professional relationships. This is truly the modern-day market place of ideas so don’t miss your chance to build game-changing connections and propel your career forward. **Secure your spot today!** Also, special shout out to our partner, ***[WP Photography](https://wpphotography92.mypixieset.com/portfolio/ "https://wpphotography92.mypixieset.com/portfolio/")*** whose team will be taking amazing photos at the event. > **By participating in WAGMI-Connect events, you consent to the use of photos and videos captured during the event for promotional purposes.** ✋✋✋\*\*Why Should You Trust Us?\*\*✋✋✋We put **people before profits and value before vanity**. Your success is our priority, which is why we make this a **risk-free investment** for you. If you don’t walk away believing in the power of networking as much as we do, we’ll gladly refund the ticket cost—**no questions asked**. Networking got us to where we are today, and we’re here to help you do the same. Our events are designed to create real connections that open doors and spark new opportunities. Join us and experience the power of networking firsthand! Follow our [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/wagmi-connect/ "https://www.linkedin.com/company/wagmi-connect/") for updates on new events.

July 15th, 2026 NYC Quantum Computing In Person Meetup - Location change

**Title:** Quantum-Accelerated Supercomputing **Abstract:** I will give an overview of how quantum computers and classical HPC systems can interact together, and what are the target applications of quantum-accelerated supercomputing identified so far. **Bio:** Dr. Antonio Mezzacapo is currently a Principal Researcher at NVIDIA, where he works as the technical lead for quantum algorithms and quantum-accelerated supercomputing applications. One of his areas of interest is quantum simulations of chemistry and materials science, where he contributed with advancements on quantum algorithms for computing molecular energies, more efficient encodings for fermionic simulations, and experiments that have pushed the frontier of quantum simulations with quantum processors. He is interested in understanding how quantum computers can be optimally coupled with classical high-performance computers, and what are the best algorithms and workflows for quantum-centric supercomputing architectures. More broadly, he is interested in how one can use quantum computers to deliver value in quantum-classical computational workflows. In the past, Dr. Mezzacapo has also worked on the characterization of superconducting quantum processors, modeling of quantum gates, and quantum software. by attending this meetup you are accepting this risk waiver: https://tihny.com/waiver

Ayse Polat: Building Beyond Completion-Leverage Design & Construction Data

**Building Beyond Completion: Leveraging Design and Construction Data for Smart Buildings, Digital Twins, and AI Integration** Sponsored by Graitec, Ayse Polat will be presenting: Project data generated during design and construction is often underutilized once a building is occupied, despite its potential to support long-term operational performance. This session explores how information created throughout project delivery can become a valuable resource for facility management, smart building systems, digital twins, and emerging artificial intelligence applications. Participants will examine how smart building technologies use connected data to enhance building operations, improve occupant experiences, and support more efficient decision-making. The presentation will also demonstrate how digital twins create a continuous link between design intent, construction outcomes, and operational performance by maintaining a dynamic digital representation of the built asset. Finally, attendees will explore how AI can leverage historical and real-time building data to identify trends, predict maintenance needs, and optimize performance across the asset lifecycle. The session provides practical insights into transforming project information into long-term operational value. **Learning objectives:** · Understand the value of design and construction data after project completion. · Learn how smart building systems improve building operations and user experience. · Explore how digital twins connect design, construction, and operations. · Identify how AI can support better building decisions and lifecycle performance. **Microsoft Teams meeting** **Join:** [https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/25524332788594?p=sJ8FZgzCVZ2Rf2Izbi](https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/25524332788594?p=sJ8FZgzCVZ2Rf2Izbi "Meeting join") Meeting ID: 255 243 327 885 94 Passcode: DL3o8hv9 *** [Need help?](https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting?omkt=en-US) \| [System reference](https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_Mzg3MzQzYTQtMTYxMy00YjIyLTg4YTUtODIzYTE1MjFhZWY3%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%220fc6889f-bf23-4c66-a071-f35150aabdfa%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%225f7aa5b0-d1e9-40e0-8c9d-74b0d20c89d6%22%7d) **Dial in by phone** [+1 531-205-2209,,136886768#](tel:+15312052209,,136886768) United States, Omaha [Find a local number](https://dialin.teams.cloud.microsoft/e1607c7c-f4af-4edc-9d47-10ce22c20bfb?id=136886768) Phone conference ID: 136 886 768# For organizers: [Meeting options](https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=5f7aa5b0-d1e9-40e0-8c9d-74b0d20c89d6&tenantId=0fc6889f-bf23-4c66-a071-f35150aabdfa&threadId=19_meeting_Mzg3MzQzYTQtMTYxMy00YjIyLTg4YTUtODIzYTE1MjFhZWY3@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-US) \| [Reset dial-in PIN](https://dialin.teams.cloud.microsoft/usp/pstnconferencing) 

Build the AI Future : LinuxONE & IBM BOB Hands‑On in NYC

Join us in New York City for a full‑day, hands‑on meetup to learn how LinuxONE and zSystems power enterprise AI and secure infrastructure. Through demos and guided labs you’ll build a live, real‑time pipeline and gain practical experience using IBM Bob, which harnesses other LLMs (Anthropic, OpenAI, etc.) in development and research workflows. Why attend * Real‑time use case: catch suspicious card transactions as they happen — message → service → score → store → alert. * Hands‑on labs: install MQ, run a CICS (Kix) transaction, and create/query Db2 tables step‑by‑step. * LLM integration: use IBM Bob to generate SQL, CICS handlers, and MQ client code; compare alternate approaches from Claude and Anthropic. * Enterprise sessions: LinuxONE fundamentals, Red Hat/OpenShift integration, data serving (DBs & streaming), and ONE Vault security. * Networking: meet engineers, developers, and researchers from NYC. * Logistics: free event, lunch and happy hour provided, limited capacity, bring a laptop. What you’ll do in the lab (simple steps) 1. Set up MQ: create a message channel and send a test transaction. 2. Run the transaction service (CICS): validate messages and forward for scoring. 3. Create Db2 tables: store recent transactions, risk scores, and alerts; seed sample data. 4. Publish streaming events: feed processed transactions to analytics and dashboards. 5. Integrate IBM Bob using multiple LLMs under the hood: generate code, optimize queries, and create operational runbooks. 6. End‑to‑end test: send sample transactions, observe real‑time scoring, and see alerts appear. What you’ll see and learn * Millisecond message flow from simulated checkouts. * Immediate scoring and decisioning with fast Db2 lookups. * Streamed events updating analytics in near real time. * How IBM Bob accelerates development and ops. * A working demo that mirrors a production fraud‑detection pipeline. Who should attend * Developers and engineers new to IBM Z / LinuxONE * Researchers using IBM Bob and other LLMs in experiments or production * IT professionals expanding enterprise infrastructure skills * Students and early‑career technologists interested in mainframe, Linux, or AI Event details * Date: July 21\, 2026 \| 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM * Location: 1 Madison Ave, New York, NY * Format: Arrival & continental breakfast, morning talks, guided labs, happy hour, Q&A * Bonus: 30 days continued access to IBM Bob after the event

UX Happy Hour irl (open to all levels)

######## You need to bring a physical Government Issued ID to be allowed to stay. It's the Law. ######## Whether you're a seasoned UX pro, just breaking into the field, or simply curious about design — this is your invite to pull up a chair and join the conversation. UX Happy Hour is a laid-back, no-agenda gathering where designers, researchers, product thinkers, and anyone design-curious can connect over drinks in a low-pressure setting. No slides. No networking theater. **Why attend:** • Meet new connection in organic way • Get feedback and fresh perspectives on your work (i.e. portfolio) or advice for your career • Stay sharp on what's happening in UX, AI, product, and tech right now • Meet potential collaborators, mentors, or future coworkers • Cheap drinks ($5 Guinness) **What to expect:** • Warm, welcoming crowd across all experience levels • Candid conversations about design, careers, tools, and everything in between • A great chill bar in the East Village to do it all in **Where to find us:** We're usually tucked in by the ATM at the back of Mona's. If you're not sure where we are, just ask the bartender — they know us! Come solo, bring a friend, or drag a coworker along. The more the merrier. Interested in sponsoring this event? Reach out to Danny (one of the organizers) for our sponsorship rate card.

Signal & Noise 📊 — Drinks + Quant at The Wall Street Hotel

We’re heading to Wall Street for this one. Join us at The Wall Street Hotel, a stunning venue at 88 Wall Street in the heart of the Financial District, for an evening of conversation with the engineers, researchers, data scientists, and builders in NYC who are working on applied AI — from production ML systems and agentic workflows to quantitative methods and AI for financial data. No slides. No presentations. No pitches. Just drinks, honest conversation, and meeting the people in this city who care about the same hard problems you do — shipping AI that actually works in the real world.