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SUMMARY:Diving deeper into software development discussions
DESCRIPTION:• What we’ll do\nCome join in discussions about Vim\, Emacs\, Linux\, Elixir\, Erlang\, OTP\, Lisp\, Haskell\, Ruby\, Javascript\, Functional Programming\, Object Oriented Programming\, Blockchain\, HashGraph\, Distributed Systems\, Decentralized Systems\, and whatever peaks your interest. \n• What to bring\nA laptop\, good questions\, exciting ideas\, an open mind and a positive attitude. \n• Where to meet\nMeet by the corn hole game in the back and look for others with laptops.\nAsk for others that are there for the software discussion group. \n• Alternate location\nSome nights the Rabbit Hole has live music. I was not able to pin down\nan exact schedule\, just sometimes we would show up and there would be a band but most times there was not. As an alternate location on live music nights the discussion group could be moved just down the street to Lestats coffee shop. They have great coffee and a nice atmosphere for hanging out and discussing software. \n• Important to know\nThis is a self organizing open discussion group that is meant to be organic\, with no main speaker or leader. It is just a time and a place for like minded people to come together to talk about software. \n• Background\nWhen I was staying in SD (Jan-Aug 2018) I was teaching software development at UCSD and the Meetup gave my cohort a space to dive further into topics that the curriculum did not allow time for. When the class was over and I went back to traveling full time\, I thought it would be an interesting experiment to leave the Meetup going and see if people would still gather to discuss software without someone to lead it. I liked the idea of a group that did not require some one to always lead it. A lot off Meetups I have been to before were always one or two people doing a lot of work to organize and put on talks but everyone else just shows up to consume and doesn’t really participate that much. Kinda like going to a movie\, in a way. The idea for this group is that it is what people make it. You get out of it what you put into it. It’s great that people are showing up still and I hope you have some great discussions. When I get back to San Diego (planning on a handful of times a year) and there is a meeting I will stop by and hang out and invite my cohort of previous students.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/diving-deeper-into-software-development-discussions/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Clem’s Tap House\, 4108 Adams Ave\, San Diego\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions,Software
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T150000
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SUMMARY:Open House + Bionic Baseball Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this special screening to celebrate the share mission of PSYONIC and the Ability Fund: ensuring limb loss never limits human potential. \nWe’ll have a talk and Q&A with CEO of PSYONIC\, Dr. Aadeel Akhtar\, our celebrated athlete\, Jamie Groshong\, and more! \nOptional $20 donations to support the mission will be taken at the door. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/open-house-bionic-baseball-film-screening/
LOCATION:PSYONIC\, PSYONIC\, San Diego\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
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SUMMARY:12th Annual Sports Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person at the 12th Annual Sports Business Summit for best insights and networking in the game! \n\n\n\n\nGet ready for the 12th Annual Sports Business Summit\, the premier gathering for the next generation of sports industry leaders. Hosted at the University Club atop Symphony Towers\, this year’s summit brings you inside one of San Diego’s most iconic venues for an elevated evening of insight\, ambition\, and opportunity. \nJoin fellow students\, alumni\, and professionals for an exclusive chance to hear directly from top executives and decision-makers across the sports industry. Our speakers will share real-world experience\, career advice\, and behind-the-scenes perspectives on what it takes to succeed in today’s rapidly evolving sports business landscape. \nBeyond the panels\, the Summit is built for connection. Attendees will have dedicated time to network with industry professionals\, expand their personal brand\, and build relationships that last well beyond the event—all while enjoying sweeping skyline views from the University Club. Whether you’re exploring career paths or ready to break into the industry\, this is an event you don’t want to miss. \nSeats are limited. Elevate your network. Elevate your career.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/12th-annual-sports-business-summit/
LOCATION:The University Club Atop Symphony Towers\, 750 B Street Suite 3400\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business & Professionals,Summit
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T140000
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SUMMARY:In Person - San Diego 3D Printing Monthly Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Hi All\, \nThis is our in-person meeting on the 4th saturday of the month.(2nd Saturday will continue to be online) We will meet at SD Colab 3.0 makerspace(on Mission Gorge Place). \nMembers from all background’s come by and talk about how 3D printing has changed their lives for the better. For myself I like to make artistic objects with some functionality\, others are building custom printers and exploring custom wearables. Sometimes people will bring their printers to share. Anything is possible so let’s chat! \nDo you have a printer? What do you want to make? Just curious and want to chat with similar interests? \nStop in and get your Saturday morning motivation amped up with a cup of coffee\, and make something! \nDisclaimer: We take photos during the event of people and equipment to share in our community. \nJoin our discord to continue the chat.\nhttp://discord.SanDiego3DPrinting.com
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/in-person-san-diego-3d-printing-monthly-meetup/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:CoLab 3.0\, 4667 Mission Gorge Pl\, San Diego\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Building,Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000
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CREATED:20251114T075336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T073119Z
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SUMMARY:Race Scale Autonomous Cars
DESCRIPTION:Schedule (same as usual): \n\nMorning practice runs\nLunch around 12:00 PM\nRaces start at 1:00 PM\n\nSee you there!\nJack
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/race-scale-autonomous-cars/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:UCSD\, Engineering Building Unit 2\, Engineering Building Unit 2\, La Jolla\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Robotics & Hardware
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000
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SUMMARY:REMOTE: Pyladies/San Diego PUG Co-Study Group
DESCRIPTION:We are continuing our Study group online for the time being. \nWe are now meeting online in the San Diego Python Discord server! Here is the link to join: https://discord.gg/8GpWuVvdbQ\nThere is a “meetup” voice/video channel that we will be using! \nThe SD Python User Group Meetup is https://www.meetup.com/pythonsd/ – there is a Saturday Study group hosted by the SD Python Meetup group. \nEvery Saturday we meet up with the larger Python community to chat\, learn\, and hang out. Our study group is for everyone on their Python journey\, whether you’re just starting out\, you’re an experienced pro\, or anywhere in between. \nThere’s no formal instruction\, just a bunch of folks who like to code. \nWe have a great time–come join us! Free feel to show up at any time and stay as long as you want. Hope to see you there! \nPython Community Code of Conduct (https://www.python.org/psf/codeofconduct/): Python is much more than a software language. Python is a vibrant community made up of members from around the globe with a diverse set of skills\, personalities\, and experiences. It is through these differences that our community experiences great successes and continued growth. Overall\, we’re good to each other. We contribute to this community not because we have to\, but because we want to.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/remote-pyladies-san-diego-pug-co-study-group/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Networking,Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000
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CREATED:20240722T105253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T190415Z
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SUMMARY:Online: Saturday Study Group
DESCRIPTION:We are continuing our Study group online for the time being.\nWe are now meeting online in the San Diego Python Discord server! Here is the link to join: https://discord.gg/8GpWuVvdbQ\nThere is a “meetup” voice/video channel that we will be using! \nWe may start meeting in person soon! This will be discussed at the meetup. We are considering having some online\, some in-person. Decisions\, decisions! \nEvery Saturday we meet up with the larger Python community (including San Diego PyLadies (https://www.meetup.com/sd-pyladies)\, Open BioInformatics San Diego (https://www.meetup.com/Open-Bioinformatics-SanDiego/) and San Diego Artificial Intelligence (https://www.meetup.com/SanDiegoAI/)) to chat\, learn\, and hang out. \nOur study group is for everyone on their Python journey\, whether you’re just starting out\, an experienced pro\, or anywhere in between. There’s no formal instruction\, just a bunch of folks who like to code. Sometimes we talk about a specific subject\, sometimes answer questions\, whatever! \nPython Community Code of Conduct (http://www.pythonsd.org/coc): Python is much more than a software language. Python is a vibrant community made up of members from around the globe with a diverse set of skills\, personalities\, and experiences. It is through these differences that our community experiences great successes and continued growth. Overall\, we’re good to each other. We contribute to this community not because we have to\, but because we want to.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/online-saturday-study-group/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Building,Networking,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T110000
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SUMMARY:Leadership Planning Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/leadership-planning-coffee-hour/
LOCATION:RSVP for Location
CATEGORIES:Leaders,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20260424T073816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T073816Z
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SUMMARY:Cleanup @ Seaport Village - Surfrider Foundation San Diego
DESCRIPTION:Cleanups are a fun and rewarding way to volunteer and engage with our mission to protect our ocean\, waves and beaches\, for all people. \n\n\n\n\nJoin Surfrider San Diego and our Ocean Friendly Hosts\, Sally’s Waterfront Dining\, for a cleanup at Seaport Village. For faster check-in\, register through the offical Surfrider sign-up link: Seaport Village Cleanup \nPURPOSE \nBring your family\, friends and make new acquaintances to raise awareness about litter and plastic pollution. Earn service hours too! Getting involved with the Surfrider Foundation shows that you care about the community and its environment. \nROLE \nLearn a bit more about our beach cleanup program by removing trash and collecting data to support a healthier ocean\, parks\, waterways\, and beaches. \nVIBE \nActive teamwork\, outdoors\, and fun! We provide cleanup supplies until we run out.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/cleanup-seaport-village-surfrider-foundation-san-diego/
LOCATION:Sally’s Waterfront Dining\, 1 Market Place\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Building,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T180000
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SUMMARY:Tectonic Shifts 2026
DESCRIPTION:Tectonic Shifts 2026 is more than a technology conference—it’s a high-energy crossroads where breakthrough ideas\, real-world applications\, and investment momentum come together. Hosted in the heart of San Diego\, this premier event is designed to connect the people building what’s next with the people backing what’s next. \nOver the course of the conference\, industry leaders\, visionary founders\, and strategic investors gather to spotlight the technologies reshaping business and society—from cutting-edge artificial intelligence and next-generation robotics to enterprise-ready digital transformation. Expect forward-looking keynotes\, practical insights from the front lines of innovation\, and conversations that move beyond theory into implementation\, scale\, and market impact. \nWhether you’re launching a company\, scouting emerging trends\, or looking for the next high-growth opportunity\, Tectonic Shifts 2026 offers a rare environment to learn\, collaborate\, and form partnerships that can shape the year ahead—and the decade after. \nFor more information on the conference agenda\, sponsors\, and speakers\, please visit our landing page at https://tiesandiego.com/tectonic-shifts-2026.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/tectonic-shifts-2026/
LOCATION:San Diego\, San Diego\, California\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20260424T055637Z
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SUMMARY:Breaking into Design Student Panel
DESCRIPTION:​Are you feeling anxious about the future of design in an AI-driven tech industry? Not sure whether grad school is the move or how to land a job in today’s market? 🤔🤔 \nCome get your questions answered directly by UCSD students who’ve secured 2026 design internships\, worked at startups\, and gotten into grad school using the same resources available to you at school. \nJoin us Friday\, April 24th to ask your questions\, get real advice\, and see what’s possible for your own path. 🥰🥰🥳 \nDinner and snacks will be provided 🥪🧃 \nSpeakers coming soon and timeline will be posted in the next few days!!
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/breaking-into-design-student-panel/
LOCATION:Design and Innovation Building\, 9510 Innovation Ln\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20260114T073314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T073357Z
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] EE Business Networking @Lunch (free!)
DESCRIPTION:Why go it alone? It only takes one person to change our lives personally or professionally. Who will you meet today at “EE“? See additional info and direct links below… \nExceptional Entrepreneurs is one of the USA’s largest business networking organizations – and one of the best values in business networking. At EE: \n\nThere is no membership required.\nThere is no attendance requirement.\nThere is no business profession or category exclusivity.\n\nALL business professions are welcome to attend! \nMeeting Agenda: \n\nFirst 30 minutes: check-in & breakout rooms open.\nRemaining 60 minutes: structured agenda with everyone in main room\, including introductions by participants + more!\n\nWhile meetings end on time (for those who need to go)\, we also open breakout rooms again for those wanting to meet with other attendees afterwards (at least 30 minutes\, usually longer.. fyi). \nInterested in being the featured speaker for this event? Information and registration is at:\nhttp://EEspeaker.com \nInfo to join this EE business networking meeting:\n#######################################\nhttp://nroi.us/eeonline\n(the shortlink above will remain updated with the current Zoom link) \nPasscode: 7772021\n####################################### \n\nLimited to the first 100 participants.\nWe also cross-livestream through the EE FB Group. No participant limit on FB\, however it’s view-only mode. Please feel free to leave your contact info in the comments of the livestream when listening along:\nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/networkingeesd\n\nThe meetings (including chat) will be recorded to the cloud – and made available temporarily afterwards. Information on recordings will be provided to attendees on Zoom and Facebook.\nExceptional Entrepreneurs was founded November\, 2008 in San Diego\, California USA by David & Gina Demangos. Since then\, “EE” has become one of the USA’s largest business networking organizations\, due to the Demangos’ vision and leadership to provide “exceptional” opportunities for connecting local professionals. David Demangos is an eXp real estate agent in San Diego. For more information on David\, please see: Awesome San Diego Real Estate:\nhttp://www.awesomesandiegorealestate.com \n“Effective networking is a learned skill. Exceptional Entrepreneurs are highly trusted professionals who share ideas and know that in order to receive you must first be willing to give.” – David Demangos \nThank you for your continuing support of “EE”! See you at the next event.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/online-ee-business-networking-lunch-free/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business & Professionals,Entrepreneurs,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T130000
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SUMMARY:Inside Dual-Use Technology Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Join The FORGE for a high-impact lunch and learn as we deconstruct the future of dual technology. Are you ready? \n\n\n\n\nDual-Use Tech: The New Era of Defense Innovation \nThe “traditional” way of doing business with the government has just changed. With the Department of War’s recent acquisition reforms\, the barrier between commercial brilliance and national security has never been thinner. We’re bringing together the founders building the tech\, the VCs funding the mission\, and the government leaders rewriting the rulebook. \nThe Panel \n\nJinendra Ranka | Associate. Dean for Research\, SCIDS\nDan Magy | Founder & CEO\, Firestorm Labs\nJake Windle | Partner\, Harpoon VC\nSteve Kiser | General Partner\, Veteran Ventures Capital\nDenese Cordaro | Professor\, Warfighter Acquisition University\n\nWhy Attend? \n\nBridge the Gap: Learn how to build products that serve both commercial markets and the warfighter.\nDecipher the Reform: Understand exactly how the DoW’s acquisition changes impact startups and researchers.\nFollow the Capital: Get the VC perspective on why the dual-use sector is the most resilient in today’s economy.\nNetwork: Connect with the region’s top defense tech innovators\, faculty\, and industry leaders.\n\nWho Should Join? \nWhether you’re a researcher with a patentable breakthrough\, a student looking to enter the defense-tech space\, or an industry veteran pivoting to the new acquisition model\, this conversation is for you. \nThe Details \nDate: April 24\, 2026 \nTime: 11:15 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Panel 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) \nLocation: UC San Diego Design & Innovation Building\, Room 208 \nLunch: Provided for all registered attendees. \nSpace is limited. Secure your seat at the front line of innovation. \n\n\n\n\nDirections to the Design & Innovation Building \nThe event is located on the second floor (room 208) of the Design and Innovation Building (DIB). The entrances are located across from the Structural Materials and Engineering building or next to the UC San Diego Central Campus Station bus and trolley stop. \n———————— \nMTS Trolley \nThe easiest way to get to the DIB is by taking the MTS trolley UC San Diego Blue Line and getting off at the UC San Diego Central Campus stop. The trolley stop is a short 1 minute walk to the DIB. \nParking \nPublic transportation is highly recommended as parking is limited on campus. If you plan to drive to campus\, please give yourself plenty of time. You can download the ParkMobile app to pay for your space digitally once you find a spot. \n\nP510 – Pay and Display\, Northside of the DIB *closest to the DIB*\nGilman Parking Structure\, Southwest side of the DIB
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/inside-dual-use-technology-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:Design & Innovation Building\, Room 208\, 9510 Innovation Lane\, San Diego\, CA\, 92093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Research,Startups & Founders
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T123000
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CREATED:20260424T054541Z
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SUMMARY:Bright Business Accelerator powered by Aquillius Institute - Discovery Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Conductor’s Call: Transition from Scientist to CEO \nJoin us every fourth Friday (11:00 AM – 12:30 PM) at the Aquillius Institute. \nMost accelerators promise speed. Bright Business Accelerator promises control. \nIn the heart of San Diego\, a new kind of community is forming. We aren’t here to teach you how to “pitch for pennies” or follow the high-pressure\, equity-stripping models of traditional accelerators. We are here to help you build a scalable Business Operating System (BOS) that functions whether you are in the room or not. \nThe Vision: From Technical Expert to Business Orchestrator \nIf you are a scientist\, an IT specialist\, or a traditional business owner\, you possess deep technical excellence. However\, being the “smartest person in the lab” often leads to the Technician’s Trap—where you are the most exhausted person in your own company. \nThe Bright Business Accelerator\, powered by Aquillius\, is designed to move you from the orchestra pit to the conductor’s podium. You don’t need to be a professional accountant or a veteran attorney; you need to know how to orchestrate them to build a business that is documented\, designable\, and delegable. \nWhy We Are Different \nWhile other programs focus on “the hustle\,” we focus on Engine Engineering. \n• No “Pitching for Investors” Focus: We don’t just prepare you to ask for money. We prepare you to control the growth process and the negotiation\, so when you do meet investors\, you speak from a position of systemic strength\, not desperation. \n• Hands-On Evaluation: We skip the “high-level” fluff. We go deep into the critical aspects that increase your Business Valuation and founder confidence. \n• The BBOS™ Curriculum: Over 10 weeks starting this September\, we install a cohesive operating system covering: \n1. Inner Leadership: Upgrading the “Driver” (you) to handle the “Vehicle” (the business). \n2. Expert Integration: Each session features a “Crew” of vetted professionals—from Business Attorneys and CPAs to Marketing Strategists—who teach you the hard skills needed to delegate with precision. \n3. The 55 Pitch: Mastering the 5-slide\, 5-minute clarity that opens doors with partners and customers alike. \n4. Bright Accountability System™ \nJoin the Pre-Launch Community (April – August) \nBefore our formal 10-week cohort rolls out in September\, we are opening our doors for in-person discovery meetings. These 90-minute sessions are designed to build a pragmatic ecosystem of technology experts\, scientists\, fractional executives\, and sponsors. \nAre you ready to stop “grinding” and start building? \nWhether you have a groundbreaking lab discovery or a traditional business looking for a modern edge\, come share your feedback and join a community that values pragmatism over hype. \nNext Meeting: Fourth Friday of the Month \nTime: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nLocation: Aquillius Institute \nBuild the system. Own the growth. Join the Crew.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/bright-business-accelerator-powered-by-aquillius-institute-discovery-meeting/
LOCATION:Aquillius\, 10918 Technology Place\, San Diego\, CA\, 92127\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accelerator,Business & Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T160000
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SUMMARY:co routine("Communal")
DESCRIPTION:​Join other developers for casual co-working. Bring your 💻 laptop\, a project\, idea\, or questions about software\, and a thirst for ☕ coffee! \n​Plugs might be hard to come by\, so make sure you charge your laptop before you come! \n​We host many types of meetups. This one in particular\, is great for meeting new faces and picking each others brains for ideas / help on a problem. \n​We welcome people of all ages\, backgrounds and skill levels! We just ask you remain respectful and considerate of peoples time. \n​You can find more information about our community at devx.network.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/co-routinecommunal/
LOCATION:Communal\, 602 S Tremont St Suite 100\, Oceanside\, CA\, 92054\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coworking,Engineering & Developers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T101000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20251212T063855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T064016Z
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SUMMARY:The Group-Encinitas: Feel Good Friday
DESCRIPTION:Join Us
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/the-group-encinitas-feel-good-friday/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:GoodOnya Restaurant\, 1051 S Coast Hwy 101\, Encinitas\, CA\, 92024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20260424T072520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T072520Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Mornings: Aladrian Goods on Ember
DESCRIPTION:Aladrian Goods is a designer\, communicator\, community builder\, and connector. She spent over a decade shaping experiences at companies like Intuit and Yahoo — crafting the words and flows that millions of people moved through every day. But somewhere along the way\, she started asking a different question: what would it look like to design for genuine human connection? That question led her out of tech and into community\, where she founded For The Goods — a creative studio dedicated to producing people’s best days through intention\, integrity\, empathy\, and energy — and partnered with Future Is Color Studios in Barrio Logan to build something slower\, more intentional\, and more real. Her flagship experience\, the Listening Room\, gathers people around music and asks them to show up fully — with presence\, openness\, and care for the person next to them. She’s guided by the belief that how we listen improves how we connect.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/creative-mornings-aladrian-goods-on-ember/
LOCATION:Fleet Science Center\, 1875 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20250328T052442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T054101Z
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SUMMARY:StartupSD Last Fridays Co-Working Day Presented by Downtown Works
DESCRIPTION:NEW – Deep Dive Sessions @ Last Fridays \nMost startup events end when the speaker leaves. Deep Dive Sessions don’t. After a focused talk\, the room shifts into open co-working – and the speaker stays. You can apply what you just learned solo\, workshop it with peers\, or book a 1:1 strategy session with the expert directly. \nDeep Dive Format:\n– Deep Dive Session | Expert Talk (only 10 spots available) 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n– Application | Co-Work & Apply 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM \n– Strategy | 1:1 Strategy Session w/ Expert (3 spots available – book at checkout) 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/startupsd-last-fridays-co-working-day-presented-by-downtown-works/
LOCATION:Downtown Works – Coworking Office Space Little Italy\, 550 W B St 4th Floor\, San Diego\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coworking,Entrepreneurs,Startups & Founders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20260423T065842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T065842Z
UID:10018274-1776970800-1776978000@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Digital Pixel Art - DPA: April 23\, 2026 Monthly Meeting 7pm
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL NOTE: Due to a conflict in my schedule\, this months meeting will be happening on the third Thursday of the month\, April 23rd. \nThe boundaries of visual art are changing.\nPhotography\, digital painting\, compositing\, 3D rendering\, and AI-generated imagery are no longer separate conversations — they are converging into something new.\nBe a part of the gathering at Digital Pixel Art (DPA) and join our expanded conversation. \nIf you create with pixels — whether through a camera\, stylus\, software\, rendering engine\, or artificial intelligence — you belong here.\nThis meeting also marks the evolution of our former DPX-AI group into a broader\, more inclusive community. Rather than separating AI from other digital methods\, DPA brings everything together under one creative umbrella.\nBecause today\, the tool matters less than the vision. \n*** \n## What to Expect \n• Member sharing (send me 3-5 image files if you’d like to share: email lavogelart@gmail.com)\n• Continued discussion of how we want this community to grow\n• Exploration of what “digital art” means moving forward \nThis is not about defending old definitions.\nIt’s about exploring new possibilities. \nLet’s step beyond the camera and explore the future of digital art together. \nSee you online. \n— Larry Vogel \nWe will be using the GoToMeeting online service for our meetings. Use the link below to join us : \nDigital Pixel Art – DPA Monthly Meetup Group Last Thursdays\, 7:00 pm\nPlease join my meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone.\nhttps://meet.goto.com/713139485 \nGet the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: \nhttps://meet.goto.com/install
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/digital-pixel-art-dpa-april-23-2026-monthly-meeting-7pm/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AI,Digital Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20260109T070629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T070910Z
UID:10014752-1776970800-1776978000@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:SDPy Monthly Meetup
DESCRIPTION:We will be at Qualcomm Building Q (this is the indoor amphitheater we were at in 2022 and before Covid). The event will also be live-streamed to our YouTube channel. Pizza will be provided by Cloudflare. \nGETTING INTO THE VENUE\nGo through the entryway through the cafe to the big stadium seating conference room toward the back of the building. You may need help getting into the building as the door does lock. However\, security knows we are meeting so just explain that you’re here for San Diego Python! \nAGENDA\nWe will be doing 5-7 minute lightning talks If you are interested in giving a talk\, please signup to give one: https://www.sandiegopython.org/present/ \nCURRENTLY SCHEDULED TALKS \nANNOUNCEMENTS\nWe want your feedback improving San Diego Python! Post it here.\nSan Diego Python has a code of conduct.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/sdpy-monthly-meetup-2/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Qualcomm Building Q\, 6455 Lusk Blvd\, San Diego\, CA\, 92121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20260423T083448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T083448Z
UID:10018278-1776967200-1776974400@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Nucleate San Diego: Inside Fundraising and VC101
DESCRIPTION:​Navigating the early stages of fundraising can be a daunting experience for many entrepreneurs. Join us for Nucleate San Diego: Inside Fundraising and VC101\, a panel discussion where industry experts will share invaluable insights into securing funding for early-stage ventures\, particularly through venture capital. \nOur panelists will dive into essential strategies and key considerations that founders must understand when approaching potential investors. The conversation will cover crafting a compelling pitch\, understanding venture capital nuances\, and identifying the right investors who align with your vision. Panelists will also share real-world experiences and best practices\, offering practical advice to propel your fundraising efforts. \nWhether you’re an early-stage founder seeking guidance or simply looking to understand the fundraising landscape better\, this session is tailored for you. Gain crucial insights into how to position your venture for success in a competitive environment. \nPanelists: \n\n\n​Will Alaynick \n\n\n​Jay Lichter
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/nucleate-san-diego-inside-fundraising-and-vc101/
LOCATION:San Diego\, San Diego\, California\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions,Entrepreneurs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20260423T070434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T070434Z
UID:10018276-1776967200-1776974400@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Inside the Physical Infrastructure Powering Artificial Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:AI may feel software-driven on the surface — models\, prompts\, APIs — but beneath it all sits a rapidly evolving hardware stack that determines what’s possible\, what scales\, and what wins. \nThe Hardware of AI brings together founders\, investors\, and operators building and backing the physical systems behind modern AI: compute\, chips\, sensors\, networking\, power\, cooling\, edge devices\, and advanced manufacturing. \nHosted at Google’s San Diego office\, this event is designed to move past hype and into the real constraints\, tradeoffs\, and opportunities shaping AI’s next decade. \nSpeakers: \nPrasad Modali – Google\, Tensor Silicon \nAlan Benjamin – GigaIO \nJesse Seed – Google\, Silicon \nNaveen Rao – Unconventional AI \nWhy This Matters Now \nAs AI adoption accelerates\, bottlenecks are shifting from algorithms to infrastructure: \n– Compute demand is exploding faster than supply \n– Energy\, cooling\, and latency are becoming first-order design constraints \n– Specialized hardware is reshaping performance\, cost\, and defensibility \n– Edge AI and real-world deployment require new system architectures\n– Understanding AI today means understanding the hardware stack that makes it real. \nWhat We’ll Explore \nExpect a candid\, high-signal conversation around: \nWhere hardware innovation is most critical in the AI stackTradeoffs between general-purpose vs. specialized systemsThe role of custom silicon\, accelerators\, and edge computeHow hardware choices affect AI reliability\, security\, and scaleWhat founders should be designing for now vs. what’s coming next \nFormat \nShort framing discussion to set contextModerated conversation with builders and operatorsCurated networking between founders\, funders\, and technical leadersFood\, drinks\, and time to go deep with the right people\nThis is intentionally designed to encourage real conversations\, not surface-level networking. \nWho Should Be in the Room \nFounders & Operators \nBuilding AI-enabled products that touch the physical worldWorking on hardware-software systems\, not just modelsOperating in robotics\, autonomy\, sensors\, compute\, networking\, or edge AIScaling infrastructure-heavy or capital-intensive platforms \nInvestors & Strategic Partners \nFocused on AI infrastructure\, deep tech\, or hardtechInterested in defensible systems and long-term moatsExploring how hardware shapes AI outcomes and economics \nTechnical Leaders \nHardware engineers\, systems architects\, and platform leadsTeams working on silicon\, data centers\, edge devices\, or embedded AIOperators thinking about scale\, reliability\, and performance in production \nGoogle San Diego \nHosting this conversation at Google underscores a simple reality: the future of AI depends as much on infrastructure and systems engineering as it does on algorithms. \nThis event is about learning from that perspective — and connecting people building the next layer of the stack. \nRising Tide Partners \nRising Tide Partners (RTP) is an investment and ecosystem platform focused on backing founders building the next generation of technology-enabled systems. \nRTP operates at the intersection of capital\, community\, and real-world execution — convening founders\, investors\, operators\, and institutions around critical technologies that shape how industries are built and scaled. \nThrough curated gatherings\, strategic partnerships\, and early-stage investments\, RTP helps founders access the right capital\, expertise\, and networks needed to move complex technologies from concept to real-world impact. \nRequest an Invite \nAttendance is curated to relevant AI founders\, funders\, and builders to keep the conversation high-signal and relevant.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/inside-the-physical-infrastructure-powering-artificial-intelligence/
LOCATION:RSVP for Location
CATEGORIES:AI,Investors & Funding,Startups & Founders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20251016T063213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T085433Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Code
DESCRIPTION:Connect with like-minded individuals in software engineering.\nBeginner friendly.\nPractice interview questions\, learn a new technology or work on your own project.\nNo formal training\, peer learning group. \nPlease bring your laptop and/or books..
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/lets-code/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Panera Bread\, 555 Broadway\, (Broadway & H/I St)\, Chula Vista\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coding,Engineering & Developers,Software
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20260122T084703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T082308Z
UID:10016105-1776965400-1776976200@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Platform Engineering & AI - San Diego
DESCRIPTION:​Join us for an exciting exploration into the world of open source\, platform engineering and AI! This meetup will feature engaging talks on key technologies and practices driving innovation. \n​🎤 Speaker Lineup & Talks: \n​Tristan Baker | Distinguished Engineer @Intuit \n​✨ Intuit Data Strategy \n​Intuit’s data strategy positions the company to deliver intelligent and data aware internal tools for its developments teams\, and highly personalized and intelligent experiences for its customers. This talk will get into some of the details of the data strategy\, and discusses where Intuit is headed next. \n​Rocio Montes | Senior Engineering Manager @ Github \n​✨ Scaling Engineering Leadership with AI \n​Engineering managers operate across a constant stream of signals\, from monitoring and incidents to project updates and team activity. In this session\, Rocio will share how she uses AI as an aggregation and reasoning layer to turn that signal into action. \nShe will cover practical workflows such as generating structured updates\, analyzing alert patterns and monitor health\, summarizing team activity\, and extracting insights from leadership inputs. The focus is on integrating AI into existing tooling to improve signal quality\, decision speed\, and execution. \n​Arash Izadi | Senior Software Engineer @ RVO Health \n​✨ What is Devbox and why you need it? \n​Jetify Devbox is a simple\, reproducible way to define exactly what tools your project needs so every developer\, CI job\, and environment runs the same setup\, every time. Instead of brittle README steps or snowflake laptops\, Devbox gives you fast\, isolated\, Nix-powered environments that work out of the box and update safely. Teams should adopt it because it kills “works on my machine\,” speeds up onboarding to minutes\, and makes local dev and CI finally boring\, in the best possible way. \n​Agenda:\n\n\n​5:00pm: Check In Opens \n\n\n​6:00pm: Kickoff \n\n\n​6:00pm – 7:30pm: Demos/Talks \n\n\n​7:30pm – 8:30pm : Networking & Happy Hour \n\n\n​This meetup is a great opportunity to connect with fellow engineers\, learn about cutting-edge technologies being utilized at Intuit and beyond\, and engage with the open source community. \n​We look forward to seeing you there! \n\n​About Intuit Open Source: \n​​​Intuit is committed to open source. Not just as an end user of open source software\, we maintain and contribute to many tools and actively participate in many open source communities\, including CNCF\, Istio\, GraphQL\, Web and Mobile ecosystems. Please join our open source community on LinkedIn where we share updates\, best practices and look forward to conversations with the community! \n\n​Please note this event is restricted to individuals aged 21 and above due to venue regulations.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/platform-engineering-ai-san-diego/
LOCATION:San Diego\, San Diego\, California\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Demo,Engineering & Developers,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20260423T070057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T070057Z
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SUMMARY:SDEE April Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Please bring your Smart Phone to the brewery so that we may scan the QR code in your confirmation email. Walk-ins must register on site. \nEveryone is welcome! Members will receive one free drink ticket. Not a member yet? Please check out our membership page here. \n\n\nWhen \nApril 23\, 2026 at 5:30pm – 7:30pm \n\n\nWhere \nEmbolden Beer Co.\n8655 Production Ave\nSan Diego\, CA 92121\nUnited States
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/sdee-april-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Embolden Beer Co.\, 8655 Production Ave ste a\, San Diego\, CA\, 92121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20260423T082055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T082055Z
UID:10018277-1776961800-1776972600@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Naturally Rising 2026
DESCRIPTION:This Thursday\, five finalists will go head-to-head in this shark-tank-style live showing of Southern California’s most promising group of natural products brands. \nNaturally San Diego’s in-person Naturally Rising Pitch Slam will give natural products entrepreneurs the stage to pitch their up-and-coming companies to a panel of experts and audience members\, ultimately winning a suite of prizes from our local San Diego community to help propel their industry growth! \nYour ticket includes: \n\nWatch the live-shark-tank-style competition where brands will go head-to-head in front of a panel of industry-expert judges\nWeigh in with your vote for People’s Choice award\nNetwork in-person with more than 200+ of the natural-products community’s best and brightest\nEnjoy hosted food\, drinks\, dessert and samples from booths\nA swag bag of NSD Sponsor product and coupons (value of $50+)\n\nThis year’s Naturally Rising San Diego finalists: \nMaricruz Carrillo\, SUNMUD​ \nRyan Raish\, Fave​ \nCarolyn Hamlet\, ōku​ \nTroy Brajkovich\, Mezo Beverages ​ \nSarah Cloes\, Flora Flora ​ \nEvent Schedule: \n\n4:30 PM: Doors Open\n5:30 PM: Program Begins\n5:45 PM: Pitches Begin\n6:15 PM: Food and drink break while judges deliberate\n6:45 PM: Winner\, Runner Up and People’s Choice announced!\n7:00 PM: Afterparty @ The LOT
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/naturally-rising-2026/
LOCATION:2875 Dewey Rd\, 2875 Dewey Rd\, San Diego\, CA\, 92106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Pitches
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20260423T064941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T064941Z
UID:10018272-1776960000-1776970800@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Vibe Coding Builders Coworking Lab: Ship\, Learn\, Level Up
DESCRIPTION:Vibe Coding Coworking Session — Build Faster\, Learn Together \nThis is coworking for people who are serious about shipping. We combine focused build time with intentional peer learning and accountability\, so you leave with real progress and insights you didn’t have before. You’ll be surrounded by builders who are committed to helping each other unblock\, level up\, and move their projects forward. \nAgenda (3 hrs): \n• Kickoff (30 min): Share what you’re committing to build and what support you might need. \n• Deep Build Sprint (2 hrs): Heads-down coding\, collaborating\, troubleshooting\, and helping each other unblock in real time. \n• Show + Learn (45 min): Demo what you built and teach one key lesson\, hack\, or insight the group will benefit from. We’ll vote on the Most Helpful Learning\, rewarding those who turn their breakthroughs into clear\, useful takeaways for everyone. \n• Connect + Continue (15 min): Exchange contact info\, plan collaborations\, and shape the next session together. \nYou’ll leave with tangible progress\, practical knowledge from fellow builders\, and a community that keeps you accountable and moving to the next level.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/vibe-coding-builders-coworking-lab-ship-learn-level-up/
LOCATION:Revolution Roasters\, 2956 Roosevelt St\, Carlsbad\, CA\, 92008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coding,Collaboration,Coworking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20260423T065336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T065336Z
UID:10018273-1776960000-1776965400@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:AI Spring Workshop Series: AI Startups and Investments
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to level up your AI skills with our Spring Workshop Series – it’s time to dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence! \n\n\n\n\nThe Brink SBDC at University of San Diego\, Knauss School of Business presents AI Spring Workshop Series. This 6-part AI Workshop Series is designed to provide an overview of AI\, layout opportunities across industry sectors\, functions\, start-ups\, and investing\, and discuss the challenges and risks that we must overcome to seize the tremendous potential that AI presents to us. The series will comprise of a series of lectures\, discussions\, case studies\, hands-on workshops and will conclude with start-up pitches that best reflect the opportunities and incorporate the learnings from the series. Led by Pankaj Kedia – a prolific start-up AI investor\, senior AI advisor at Brink\, and adjunct Knauss MBA faculty at the University of San Diego\, this series is designed for start-up founders\, investors\, students\, and faculty who are ready to incorporate AI in their day-to-day life. \nThe finale will be a pre-selected group of companies pitching to investors for feedback. \nThis is a multi-session workshop. Attendees that register are expected to participate in all 6 sessions. All sessions are held on the following dates: \n*Hybrid Event \nSessions in this Series \n\n4/9/26; 4:00pm – 5:30pm: AI Industry Verticals and Functions\n4/23/26; 4:00pm – 5:30pm: AI Startups and Investments\n4/30/26; 4:00pm – 5:30pm: AI Privacy\, IP\, Legal\, and Ethical Challenges\n5/7/26; 4:00pm – 6:00pm: Hands On w/ AI Tools\, Tips\, and Tricks\n5/14/26; 4:00pm – 6:00pm: AI Startup Pitch Day (Last Session Location TBA)\n\nWhat to expect: \n\nUnderstand the importance of AI vis-à-vis past technology waves\nDiscuss the fast-evolving AI train: use cases\, trends\, opportunities\, challenges\nProvide a solid foundation for the AI Workshop series
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/ai-spring-workshop-series-ai-startups-and-investments/
LOCATION:Knauss Center for Business Education\, 5998 Alcalá Park\, San Diego\, CA\, 92110\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Startups & Founders,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20260115T064821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T065039Z
UID:10015424-1776960000-1776963600@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging discussion on the latest advancements in Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain technology. Our event will cover topics such as Machine Learning\, Ethereum\, Smart Contracts\, and how these innovations are shaping the future of Decentralized Systems & Applications. Whether you are a tech enthusiast\, developer\, or industry professional\, this event will offer valuable insights into the intersection of AI and Blockchain. \nIn this meetup\, we will dive deep into the potential of leveraging AI within Blockchain networks\, the impact of Cryptocurrency on decentralized systems\, and the evolution of Bitcoin in the digital landscape. From understanding the basics of Blockchain to exploring real-world applications of Smart Contracts\, this event is designed to cater to individuals at all levels of expertise. Don’t miss this opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and gain valuable knowledge about the dynamic world of Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/artificial-intelligence-and-blockchain-discussion-2/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AI,Blockchain,Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T065914
CREATED:20251230T170003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T170242Z
UID:10002850-1776952800-1776960000@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Coffee Chat
DESCRIPTION:02:00 pm to 04:00 pm \nGreat for casual conversation. We usually find a spot at an outside table if the weather is nice. Check in on Discord to see who’s coming. \nJoin the 4S Tech Discord http://discord.4stech.org/
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/weekly-coffee-hour-2/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Mostra Coffee\, 10550 Craftsman Way ste 187\, San Diego\, CA\, 92127\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coworking,Networking,Specialty Tech
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