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After Jev: Fast, Local AI Decisions with Strands Decider 2B

After Jev: Fast, Local AI Decisions with Strands Decider 2B

Wed, Oct 14, 7:00 AM
From Melbourne AWS Programming and Tools Meetup
4.7

LLMs are too slow and too expensive for most of what an agent decides. That’s why TypeSafe’s Jev made such an impression in September: a new kind of model that makes decisions in milliseconds instead of generating text. In this hands-on workshop you’ll build with Strands Decider 2B, AWS’s open-source decision model, built on the same idea as Jev and running on your own laptop. Your agent makes its routine decisions locally, with no inference cost per decision, and calls an LLM only when it’s unsure. No prior AI or agent experience needed. Decision models, also called System One models, choose from options you define and return a calibrated confidence score in about a tenth of a second. Strands Decider 2B was released on 1 October and is a 1.9B-parameter model, small enough to run on a laptop. We’ll build a help desk triage agent, stage by stage, in Python or TypeScript: Ask the model a question: run Strands Decider 2B locally, ask it to choose a team for a message, and see the probabilities and confidence it returns. Ask several questions in one call: add urgency scoring and spam detection, run 20 real-world messages through it, and see why extra questions cost almost nothing. Let your code decide: add a confidence threshold and your own rules, and hand only the uncertain cases to a local LLM running in Ollama. Compare a 150 ms decision with a multi-second LLM call. Go live: plug your agent into a live board, sort messages as they’re typed, and watch them re-sort as you tune the threshold. We’ll finish with where this pattern fits: model routing, tool-call checking, guardrails, evaluations, and agent control. By the end you’ll have a working agent running entirely on your laptop, and a real sense of when to use a decision model, an LLM, or plain code. What to bring: Laptop with 8 GB RAM or more (Mac, Windows or Linux) Python 3.10+ installed (needed for both tracks) Node.js 24+ if you’re doing the TypeScript track Setup instructions will be sent before the event. Please download the model at home, as it’s a few GB. No AWS account, cloud credits or API keys needed. Skill level: Beginner. If you can run a Python or TypeScript file, you can follow along. No prior AI or agent development experience required.

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Halloween Themed Community Camp (Healesville VIC | 1.5 Hours from Melbourne CBD)

Halloween Themed Community Camp (Healesville VIC | 1.5 Hours from Melbourne CBD)

Sat, Oct 17, 1:00 AM
From LGBT+ Melbourne Community Noticeboard
4.8

**Registration is required at below link:** **Tickets: $50** https://events.humanitix.com/oot-and-aboot-community-camp-oct-2026-edition-or-healesville-vic-or-1-5-hours-from-melbourne-cbd Oot & Aboot’s Community Camp is a relaxed, low-pressure overnight camping experience designed to bring LGBTQIA+ people and allies together in nature — this time with a Halloween twist!. This is our sixth camping event, and we’re intentionally keeping it simple. There’s no packed schedule or expectations — just space to slow down, connect, and enjoy the outdoors in good company (maybe with a few pumpkins and cobwebs thrown in). Across one night, you can look forward to: * A self-paced 1.5 hour hike to Maroondah Reservoir Park (Saturday morning, optional) * A welcoming and inclusive camp environment, dressed up for the season * Lawn and board games * Swimming * Spooky storytelling around the campfire (bring a tale to share, or just come listen) * A Halloween-spirited campfire hangout — costumes and Halloween makeup welcome (but never required!) * Plenty of unstructured community time to talk, laugh, and connect * A simple self-serve breakfast on Sunday morning Feel free to bring a costume, some face paint or Halloween makeup, decorations for your site, or just your regular camping gear — however much (or little) Halloween spirit you're in the mood for is totally fine with us. This is an **adults-only (18+)** event with a maximum of **15 participants**, creating an intimate and friendly atmosphere. No prior camping experience is required. New: pre-event WhatsApp group For this event, we're trialling an opt-in WhatsApp group for confirmed ticket holders. It's a relaxed space to say hi, ask questions, or get to know a few faces before the day — especially handy if you're coming solo and want a bit of a heads-up on who else will be there. Joining is completely optional — your phone number may be visible to other members — and the group will be deleted 3 days after the event. The campsite is located in Healesville, VIC, approximately a 1.5-hour drive from Melbourne CBD. For safety and privacy reasons, the exact location will be provided only to confirmed ticket holders and can be found on the ticket sent via email after payment. Please remember to check your junk or spam folder if you don’t see it in your inbox. Know before you go: * Participants should bring their own camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, air mattress, pillow, etc.), warm clothes, food, cooking stove, utensils and drinks (except breakfast). Please reach out if you don't have any or missing some of the camping gear, we may have a solution for you * If you'd like to get into the Halloween spirit, feel free to bring a costume and/or Halloween makeup — face paint and makeup remover are worth packing if you go this route * Alcohol may be consumed responsibly * As a 100% volunteer-run charity, we are not able to guarantee accommodation of specific dietary or allergy requirements. We encourage you to contact us in advance at [hello@ootandabootoutdoors.org.au](mailto:hello@ootandabootoutdoors.org.au) to discuss whether this event is right for you. Please ensure your own needs are met by bringing food that suits your requirements * Our events take place in outdoor environments across various locations in Victoria, which may involve uneven ground and bush walking. Some venues may not meet all accessibility needs. As a 100% volunteer-run charity, we are not able to guarantee accessibility assistance. We encourage you to contact us in advance at [hello@ootandabootoutdoors.org.au](mailto:hello@ootandabootoutdoors.org.au) to discuss whether a specific event is right for you. If you feel you may need support on the day, we encourage you to bring a carer or support person * Dogs and other pets are not permitted due to our insurance, though registered assistance animals are welcome Park Facilities (shared with other guests): * Powered and grassed/gravelled sites * Camp Kitchen: Includes microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge and free barbeques * Swimming pool * Water taps throughout the park * Toilets and showers * Campfire is allowed when conditions are suitable Oot & Aboot events are grounded in respect, inclusion, and care. We aim to create spaces where LGBTQIA+ people and allies feel safe, welcome, and supported. If you’re looking for a gentle way to reconnect with nature and community, we’d love to have you join us. ## Know before you go * Who is this event for? This event is for LGBTQIA+ adults and allies (18+). It’s designed to be welcoming, inclusive, and low-pressure. * Do I need camping experience? No. This is a relaxed community camp. If you can set up basic camping gear, you’ll be just fine. * What does my ticket include? Your ticket covers campsite fees, access to facilities, lawn and board games, casual group walks, and a simple shared breakfast on Sunday morning. * What food is provided? A simple self-serve breakfast (bread, spreads, fruit, tea & coffee) is included. Please bring your own food and drinks for all other meals. * Is this event accessible for people with mobility needs? Our events take place in outdoor environments across various locations in Victoria, which may involve uneven ground and bush walking. Some venues may not meet all accessibility needs. As a 100% volunteer-run charity, we are not able to guarantee accessibility assistance. We encourage you to contact us in advance at [hello@ootandabootoutdoors.org.au](mailto:hello@ootandabootoutdoors.org.au) to discuss whether a specific event is right for you. If you feel you may need support on the day, we encourage you to bring a carer or support person. * Can you cater for dietary requirements or allergies? As a 100% volunteer-run charity, we are not able to guarantee accommodation of specific dietary or allergy requirements. We encourage you to contact us in advance at [hello@ootandabootoutdoors.org.au](mailto:hello@ootandabootoutdoors.org.au) to discuss whether this event is right for you. Please ensure your own needs are met by bringing food that suits your requirements." * Can I bring alcohol? Yes — alcohol may be consumed responsibly in line with campsite rules and community expectations. * Are pets allowed? Unfortunately we're unable to accommodate pets, though registered assistance animals are welcome. * Will I get the exact location after booking? Yes. Exact campsite location will be shared with confirmed ticket holders for safety and privacy. * What should I bring? Bring your own camping gear, food, cooking stove, utensil, and drinks, a camp chair, warm layers, and a torch or headlamp. More details will be shared via email closer to the event. Please email or text us if you would like to borrow some camping gear. We might be able to arrange for you.

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Product Smells: Clues That Your Product System Isn't Working as It Should

Product Smells: Clues That Your Product System Isn't Working as It Should

Tue, Oct 13, 6:30 AM
From ProductTank Melbourne
4.6

After a 2 year hiatus ProductTank Melbourne is back!! Join us in person at the TeamForm offices in the CBD for the latest in practical insights, great discussions and interesting people. **Product Smells: Clues That Your Product System Isn't Working as It Should** Perfectly reasonable habits we encounter in our day-to-day product work can be clues that something deeper is wrong in the system around you. Are your colleagues a little too concerned with what the director thinks? Have your engineers stopped arguing with you? Is your Q2 plan all locked up nice and neat? This talk looks at those product smells: what they reveal, their root cause, and what you can do when you spot them. **Speaker: Jack Rust** Jack Rust is a Senior Product Manager at SEEK. Before moving into product, he worked as a software engineer — and before that, at a deli. He's interested in products that help people get their jobs done, the systems that help product managers build them, and why some systems make that work so hard. Jack is uncomfortable networking, so he speaks at meetups and conferences in the hope that the networking will happen to him instead. **When & Where** 5:30pm doors open, 6pm start TeamForm — Level 6, 278 Collins St (entrance next to Flight Centre, near Flinders Street Station) **On the night** 5:30 pm - Doors open with pizza provided by our hosts TeamForm 6:00 – 7:00pm: talk + discussion 7:00 – 8:00pm: networking, Come along, bring a friend and/or colleague, and come ready with a product smell of your own — you might just get it workshopped live.

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Social Hangout Comedy Night

Social Hangout Comedy Night

Wed, Oct 14, 9:00 AM
From Melbourne Comedy Lovers

Come along for a casual social night at Comedy Therapy — a comedy show where audience members anonymously submit their problems for comedians to tackle. Every Wednesday at 8:00 pm. Miranda Tequila Bar, 313 Flinders Lane, Melbourne $2 entry Come along, meet some people and have a laugh. Everyone books their own ticket separately through the event organiser. Buy your ticket here: [https://events.humanitix.com/comedy-therapy?dateId=6a575526bd266af6e180af48](https://events.humanitix.com/comedy-therapy?dateId=6a575526bd266af6e180af48) We’re not affiliated with the show or venue — just going along as a group.

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1 attendee
React Meetup - Kogan HQ - October 2026!

React Meetup - Kogan HQ - October 2026!

Wed, Oct 21, 7:00 AM
From React Melbourne
4.7

⚛️ **We’re back! React Meetup is returning to Kogan.com HQ.** Join us for an evening of React talks, learning and connecting with Melbourne’s developer community. 📍 Kogan.com HQ, South Melbourne 📅 Wednesday, 21 October 🕕 From 6:00pm 🎤 **Got something to share? We’re also looking for speakers!** If you’ve been working on something interesting, learnt something worth sharing, or have a React topic you’d love to talk about, [sign up ](https://forms.gle/2hboWSZ1bcE1ChpD6)to give a talk. 🎟️ **Register to attend or put your hand up to speak via the Meetup page.** More details coming soon. 🚀

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JUGGER - soft-combat foam weapons, free to try!

JUGGER - soft-combat foam weapons, free to try!

Sat, Oct 10, 11:30 PM
From Jugger Melbourne - Soft Combat Team Sport
5.0

It's Jugger time! Get on down to Hawthorn for fun, sun, exercise, and silly shenanigans! * ✅ Free to attend * ⚔️ Jugger Equipment is supplied * 🍜 Post-training social lunch - all welcome * ➡️ [Find us on Discord](https://discord.gg/WHnMyk56Cu) Jugger is an exciting, mixed-gender soft combat sport. Two teams use a selection of padded foam spars to tag opponents as they aim to put the jugg (the game ball) into their opponent's goal. **Watch Jugger being played in [this excellent short demo video](https://vimeo.com/28592980).** Jugger Melbourne training sessions include both full games of jugger, as well as a variety of training drills designed to promote **teamwork, communication, exercise, health and fitness, and teach core game skills.** After training we head across to Glenferrie Rd for lunch and socializing, which you are welcome (and encouraged!) to join. **‍🏃‍♀️‍➡️ New Player Info / Who Can Join** New players are always welcome! Our experienced coaches will teach you basics to get you and and swinging in no time Jugger is easy to pickup the basics while deep to master. We have a minimum age policy of 16 years (please note, anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian), but other than that we welcome anyone of all fitness levels. Jugger is a great way to keep active, and a fun way to meet new people in a friendly and inclusive community! **👟 How to Join a Session and What to Bring** Joining is simple - just show up! RSVPing on Meetup or Discord is a big help as it helps us plan around expected numbers. You are also welcome to bring along any interested friends and family. **⚔️ Jugger equipment is supplied.** We have a collection of gear to loan out to new players. Bring a water bottle (there is a tap nearby), sunscreen, and wear comfortable clothes and shoes for running around in - and that you don't mind getting a bit dirty! Recommend but not required items include: sunglasses, football boots, kneepads, and gloves if you have them. You don't need any of these to get started, but you may find you want them if you become a regular. **✅ Are there any costs are involved?** Our training sessions are **free to attend** as often as you like, we are essentially just a group of friends that meet for training and socializing on the weekend. The Australian Jugger League has a voluntary annual membership that helps to support the sport (including maintaining equipment and paying for Meetup), and we encourage people to join once they become a regular attendee or begin attending tournaments. However there's no obligation so spend any money when you're first trying it out or just attending casually. **➡️ External Links** We organise our regular players through our Discord group and their attendance is not often represented in the Meetup attendance numbers (we use Meetup to reach out to new people). Events are also (though less regularly) posted to Facebook, while event photos and videos are shared on our Instagram. * [Join our Discord](https://discord.gg/WHnMyk56Cu) * [Jugger Melbourne on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/JuggerMelbourne) * [Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jugger_melbourne/) * [Australian Jugger League website](https://www.jugger.au/) \*\* See you on Sunday \*\*

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Frequently asked questions

Ecommerce meetups are gatherings focused on online business and digital marketing. They offer networking, workshops, and insightful discussions to help grow your business knowledge.

Joining an ecommerce meetup in Melbourne helps you connect with local professionals and enthusiasts. You can learn from industry experts, network with peers, and gather insights relevant to the Melbourne market.

Yes, there are numerous ecommerce meetups hosted in Melbourne. You can explore these events to find the ones that match your interests and schedule.

Search on Meetup using 'ecommerce' and 'Melbourne' as filters. This will show groups focused on ecommerce in the local area, so you can join communities that interest you.

Certainly! You can attend multiple ecommerce meetups to broaden your understanding and connections. Each gathering may offer unique perspectives and insights.

Some Melbourne meetups may offer online events, depending on the organizers. Check the event description for details on the format, whether it's virtual or in-person.

After selecting an event on Meetup, you can RSVP by clicking 'Join' or 'Attend.' This helps organizers plan and also gives you further details about the event.

Many meetups are free, though some may have a nominal fee for specific workshops or networking events. Check each individual event for potential costs.

Meetup provides opportunities to meet peers and industry professionals, but building business partnerships depends on active engagement and mutual interests.

Yes, there are meetups dedicated to newcomers in ecommerce, where foundational knowledge and starting strategies are discussed alongside experienced professionals.

Topics often include marketing strategies, platform optimization, digital sales tactics, and customer engagement, providing diverse learning opportunities.

Yes, not only can you attend, but you can also create your own Meetup group to host events and share your expertise with others in Melbourne.

Yes, ecommerce meetups attract people from various industries, offering a broader spectrum of insights and collaboration opportunities.

Definitely. Many ecommerce meetups are designed with networking as a core activity, allowing you to connect with others who have similar business interests.

Attendance for meetups varies, depending on organizer promotions and community interest. It's common for both small and large groups to occur regularly in Melbourne.