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SUMMARY:SDSU 3rd Annual Sustainability Summit
DESCRIPTION:3rd Annual SDSU Sustainability Summit \nJoin us for the 3nd Annual SDSU Sustainability Summit\, a one-of-a-kind event dedicated to exploring and promoting sustainable practices. There will be free food and giveaways! This in-person summit will be held at Montezuma Hall in the Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union\, where students\, staff\, faculty\, alumni and community members will gather to discuss innovative ideas and solutions for a greener future. There will also be opportunity to comment on proposed measures for the SDSU Transportation Demand Management Plan\, and it will be a zero-waste event with gluten-free and vegan food options available throughout the day. Attend the full day or a few sessions. Our keynote speaker will be Nalleli Cobo. Nalleli’s story and leadership inspired the enactment of SB 1137\, which bans all new oil wells within 3200 feet of communities in California. Nalleli won the 2022 Goldman Environmental Prize\, was named on the 2022 Time 100 Next list\, California Energy Commission Hall of Fame\, Activist of the Year\, Agente de Cambio\, and more. \nAlso\, a big thank you to our event sponsors Alaska Airlines and Spin!
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/sdsu-3rd-annual-sustainability-summit/
LOCATION:Montezuma Hall in Student Union (Map pin directs to campus generally)\, 5250 Campanile Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92182\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Building,Summit,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T110000
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SUMMARY:San Diego Tech Coffee Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Del Mar Highlands Sky Deck \nThe San Diego Tech Coffee is in its 14th year of being the largest weekly gathering of entrepreneurs and tech people in San Diego. \nStop by for networking\, sharing\, brainstorming\, mentoring\, etc. And we love it when people want to share what they are working on! \nThere is no agenda\, which means you can’t be late – come when you can\, leave when you need to. Very informal. \nNew to the San Diego startup community? Or just want to be better connected? Check out the Startup San Diego “Startup Ecosystem Resource List” at https://startupsd.org/resources/.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/san-diego-tech-coffee-meetup/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:Parfait Paris\, 12841 El Camino Real suite 208\, San Diego\, CA\, 92130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Networking,Specialty Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T191207Z
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SUMMARY:The Front Row at Scripps Research: lecture with Luke Lairson\, PhD
DESCRIPTION:Regenerative medicine for the treatment of MS: Enhancing repair to prevent progression\nFront Row lecture with Luke Lairson\, PhD\nMultiple sclerosis (MS) is a debilitating autoimmune disease that disrupts the central nervous system\, causing symptoms like muscle weakness\, cognitive challenges and a gradual loss of function that current treatments cannot fully repair. MS arises when the immune system attacks the myelin sheath\, the protective layer insulating neurons. Scripps Research chemistry professor Luke Lairson will discuss his research on the body’s natural repair pathways—specifically those that activate endogenous stem cells to restore myelin. His work aims to develop therapies that complement existing therapeutic approaches and halt MS progression. \nLearn more at frontrow.scripps.edu. \nAbout Scripps Research \nCommitted to unraveling the intricacies of the human body and translating our discoveries into tangible global impact\, Scripps Research is consistently ranked among the most influential non-profit research institutes in the world. Throughout our 100-year history\, our scientists have expanded the boundaries of scientific understanding and played a pivotal role in the development of over 15 FDA-approved medicines that have impacted the lives of countless individuals worldwide. \nThe Front Row lecture series\, now in its eighth season\, offers an exclusive glimpse into groundbreaking scientific discoveries in action. Many of these breakthroughs are the result of years of tireless work—made possible by the support of our community. \nAs we enter another century of science changing life at Scripps Research\, our focus remains the same: fueling world-class fundamental and translational research to accelerate the development of medical advances for the benefit of human health.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/the-front-row-at-scripps-research-lecture-with-luke-lairson-phd/
LOCATION:10620 John Jay Hopkins Dr\, 10620 John Jay Hopkins Dr\, San Diego\, CA\, 92121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biotech & Life Sciences,Lecture,Research
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
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SUMMARY:Founder Fireside: Basement Alumni
DESCRIPTION:About the Founder Fireside series: \nLaunching a business or social enterprise is challenging—it requires time\, resources\, and persistence. Join us at The Basement for Founder Fireside\, where UC San Diego alumni founders return to campus to share their successes\, struggles\, and everything in between. This is a unique opportunity to learn from their journeys and connect with fellow entrepreneurs who are passionate about making a positive impact on society. \nEvent Description: \nJoin us as we celebrate The Basement’s 10 year anniversary with a special edition of Founder Fireside! This exclusive event brings together Basement alumni who have navigated a familiar journey—balancing life as UC San Diego students while launching their own startups. \nBut here’s the twist: while they’re no longer working on the ventures they started in college\, they’ve built thriving careers across diverse industries. Hear firsthand how their entrepreneurial experiences shaped their career paths\, the lessons they’ve learned along the way\, and the advice they have for today’s student entrepreneurs. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear their stories\, network with others\, and enter to win newly released Basement branded merchandise! \nFree Basement tote bags provided to the first 10 attendees! \nAbout the Panelists: \nGerman Flores ‘20 | Cognitive Science w/ Human Computer Interaction | Senior Software Engineer\, Intuit | LinkedIn \nFor the past 4 years\, German has been at Intuit developing mobile applications for QuickBooks\, and providing mobile-first accounting solutions for small businesses all over the world. Prior to that\, he worked at CodePath.org mentoring and training students in iOS development and helped dozens of students bring CodePath cohorts to their university campuses. While at UC San Diego\, he developed a burning passion for mentorship\, startups and the human-centered design process. He has aspirations to continue his journey in these areas using the knowledge attained working as a professional software engineer. \nJulie Yip ‘18 | Bioengineering: Biotechnology / B.S. | Cofounder & Lead Engineer\, Ananya Health | LinkedIn \nJulie Yip is Cofounder & Lead Engineer at Ananya Health\, a medical device startup freezing cervical cancer in its tracks. She has over 5 years of industry experience building medical devices from idea to manufacturing. Her foray into global women’s health was cofounding a student startup focused on maternal mental health\, and she has since designed tools for pelvic floor ultrasounds\, developed breastfeeding devices\, and researched the rising congenital syphilis rates in the US. \nAllie Duchnak ‘17 | Nanoengineering | Staff Engineer – Development\, Illumina | LinkedIn \nAllie Duchnak graduated from UC San Diego in 2017 with a BS in Nanoengineering and from CSU San Marcos in 2020 with a Professional Science Master’s in Biotechnology. She worked in HIV research at UC San Diego and was a founding leader of a student-run startup developing a low-cost HIV monitoring system. Currently\, Allie is an engineer in research and development at Illumina\, a leading biotechnology company in the genomics market\, where she has been contributing for over 6 years. \nFred Grier ‘19 | Business Psychology | Founder\, Business San Diego | LinkedIn \nFred Grier is the editor at Business San Diego\, a newsletter media company. He has had a front row seat working in the technology and life science sector\, with specialized expertise in venture capital and startups. Using his platform\, Fred provides visibility and connections to early-stage startups\, top VC firms and under-the-radar companies. \n\n\n\n\nDirections to The Basement \nThis event is located on the first floor 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.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/founder-fireside-basement-alumni/
LOCATION:UC San Diego – The Basement (Design & Innovation Building\, 1st Floor)\, 9510 Innovation Lane\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Startups & Founders
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SUMMARY:Advanced Substrates for Chiplets and Heterogeneous Integration
DESCRIPTION:Today\, most of the package substrates for HPC driven by AI (artificial intelligence) are made by the 2.5D IC integration. In general\, for 2.5D or CoWoS (chip on wafer on substrate)\, the SoC and high bandwidth memories (HBMs) are supported by a TSV-interposer and then solder bump and underfill on a build-up package substrate. However\, because of the ever-increasing size of the TSV-interposer\, the manufacturing yield loss of the TSV-interposer is becoming unbearable. Front-end integration of some of the chiplets (before package heterogeneous integration) can yield a smaller package size and a better performance (3.5D IC integration). In the past few years\, 2.3D IC integration or CoWoS-R is getting lots of traction. The motivation is to replace the TSV-interposer with a fan out fine metal L/S redistribution-layer (RDL)-substrate (or organic-interposer). In general\, for 2.3D\, the package substrate structure (hybrid substrate) consists of a build-up package substrate\, solder joints with underfill\, and the organic-interposer. In this lecture\, the introduction\, recent advances\, and trends in the substrates of 3.5D IC integration\, 3.3D IC integration\, 3D IC integration\, 2.5D IC integration\, 2.3D IC integration\, 2.1D IC integration\, 2D IC integration\, fan-out RDL\, embedded Si-bridge\, CoWoS-R\, CoWoS-L\, CPO\, and glass core for HPC driven by AI will be discussed. Some recommendations will be provided.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/advanced-substrates-for-chiplets-and-heterogeneous-integration/
LOCATION:Qualcomm Building Q\, 6455 Lusk Blvd\, San Diego\, CA\, 92121\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T190000
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SUMMARY:Data Discourse: Google's Chief of Staff for Responsible AI and Human-Centered Technology
DESCRIPTION:​Join us for Data Discourse on Wednesday\, April 16\, at Quarters D (DSA’s headquarters)! \n​Google’s Chief of Staff for Responsible AI and Human-Centered Technology\, Tiffany Deng\, will join us to share her insights on how technology is shaping a more equitable future.​ \n​Doors open at 4:30 pm\, and the event begins at 5:00 pm. ​​Light refreshments will be provided. \n​​​​​​Our events are “Pay What You Want\,” so you can absolutely join us for free! But as a nonprofit\, we’d greatly appreciate any donation you can make with your ticket. Every bit helps us keep doing what we do best\, and we’re extremely grateful for your support! \n\n​​​Twice a month\, we host roundtable discussions and workshops where data professionals and enthusiasts learn and talk about the ethical implications of data science and AI trends. Whether you’re a student wanting insight from industry experts or a working professional seeking a like-minded community\, this is the place for you. \n​​​​​​​The Data Science Alliance is a San Diego-based 501(c)3 nonprofit on a mission to use the power of data science and AI to drive positive change in our local communities. If our events and projects resonate with you\, we would truly appreciate your support! Your donations directly fund our ability to turn data into actionable solutions and foster a culture of data literacy: https://www.datasciencealliance.org/donate \n\n​​​​​​​Guest Speaker Disclaimer \n​​​​​​​The views and opinions expressed by guest speakers are their own and do not reflect the official policy or position of their employers or any other affiliated organizations. \n​​​​​​​Photo/Video Disclaimer \n​​​​​​​The Data Science Alliance reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by DSA without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. DSA may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced\, used\, or contracted by DSA\, including but not limited to brochures\, invitations\, books\, newspapers\, magazines\, television\, websites\, etc. \n​​​​​​Mailing List Disclaimer \n​​​​​​​By signing up for a DSA event\, you are signing up for our mailing list so we can send you updates\, announcements\, newsletters\, special offers\, etc. We’re excited to have you join our community! \n​​​​​​​Service Animal Policy \n​​​​​​​While we love our furry friends\, please note that pets are not allowed except for service animals. \nFor those with service animals\, please ensure they are kept on a leash at all times and remain in the patio area or the welcome lobby area of the office only. Additionally\, please ensure you or your guests clean up after your pets.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/data-discourse-googles-chief-of-staff-for-responsible-ai-and-human-centered-technology/
LOCATION:2675 Rosecrans St\, 2675 Rosecrans St\, San Diego\, CA\, 92106\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Data & Analytics,Specialty Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
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SUMMARY:TBT San Diego April Meetup
DESCRIPTION:​​​Join TechBio Transformers for our April San Diego meetup (which also coincides with Drug Discovery Chemistry conference!) We’ll be discussing all things biology\, AI\, and the day-to-day life of a scientist. This event welcomes everyone—academics\, industry professionals\, and investors involved in the techbio space. For more details\, reach out to our regional lead\, Renee Ng\, through the community Slack channel.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/tbt-san-diego-april-meetup/
LOCATION:AleSmith Brewing Company\, 9990 AleSmith Ct\, San Diego\, CA\, 92126\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Biotech & Life Sciences,Networking,Specialty Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250416T070317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T070317Z
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SUMMARY:Practical Power BI thin report and Fabric Git integration
DESCRIPTION:Analysts want to focus on building sharp reports and visualizations that answer the organization’s key business questions. Engineers concentrate on orchestrating data pipelines and providing trustworthy semantic models. The Power BI thin report architecture provides a structure that allows multiple authors to collaborate simultaneously while leveraging a centralized governed validated model. This architecture approach has been around a while and is supported in the classic Power BI Service. Switching back and forth from a live-connection to local connection required extra steps. \nFabric has become the premier hosting service for reports. Its UI and version control integration features work well with the thin report design. The Power BI Desktop is still the best tool for authoring reports. Authors can update the model and the report in one tool. However\, publishing PBIX reports to the service is not a recommended pattern for enterprise report development and sharing. Also\, version control is a must for Fabric deployment pipelines. \nThis presentation focuses on development solutions that work for analysts and engineers who are not familiar with Git integration. Analysts get the report authoring independence they need while maintaining good data governance. I will present an option for working on a thin report and model locally. Also\, I will discuss semantic model compatibility levels and the problems it can cause. I will cover code checkin patterns that allow for smooth report version commits and pipeline deployments.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/practical-power-bi-thin-report-and-fabric-git-integration/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Engineering & Developers,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T210000
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SUMMARY:San Diego Startup Haven Founders Dinner & (Some Stay For) Poker 2.0
DESCRIPTION:​A night of dinner and networking with founders and investors. \n​Note that this event is exclusively for startup founders and investors. Please do not bring uninvited guests\, make an intro (membership@startuphaven.com) and we’ll get them set up. \n​What You Need to Know\n​For everyone:\n​This is not an event just for poker players\, but for players and non-players of poker alike. \n​Please come just to enjoy the food and drinks. \n​For our poker players:\n\n​MAKE SURE TO BRING CASH\, buy-in starts at $10.\n​Beginner poker players are encouraged to attend:\nThis is a friendly\, inclusive game of low-stakes poker.\n​Random and Guaranteed Poker Seats: In the event that more than 40 attendees want to play poker\, Level 2 members will be settled first and then we will cut cards for the remaining seats.\n​Details on the poker game can be found here: Poker Basics Webpage\n​If you’re new to Startup Haven events\, familiarize yourself with the details by reviewing the Startup Haven Event Basics\n\n​We strongly encourage women\, people of color\, and individuals from all under-recognized groups to join us. We acknowledge that poker\, as well as the tech and startup community\, has historically been male-dominated. However\, we are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members and players. See more in our statement of inclusivity below. \n\n​What to Expect\n​Poker Clinic \n​Please arrive early at 4:45pm if you’d like to participate. Our founder Bob Crimmins will host a poker clinic covering poker strategy as well as principles of GroundWork Growth\, highlighting how poker sharpens founders’ ability to make probabilistic decisions—a crucial skill. \nSpecial Guest – Jeff Hummel — a real-life treasure hunter! \n​Jeff Hummel is back! \n​​Jeff is President of Rockfish\, a company dedicated to recovering more than $200M in gold from the bottom of the ocean. \n​​In 1875\, the S/S Pacific was carrying miners from Victoria to San Francisco during the Cassiar Gold Rush. On November 4th\, it collided with the S/V Orpheus. \n​​The Pacific sank that day with a cargo of gold worth more than $200M and now sits at the bottom of the ocean just off the Washington coast. \n​​Check out this video to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oum2m8s4P-E. \n​Dinner and Networking \n​Dinner is casual and catered\, available at 5:30 or whenever you arrive. Serve yourself when you arrive and enjoy a drink while mingling or sitting. We strive to provide delicious food with a vegetarian option. “No pizza” rule. \n​Ask and Offer \n​This is a quick and optional activity that gives people the opportunity to introduce themselves\, and share their “ask” and their “offer” to the community. We can all offer expertise\, introductions\, or experience. \n​Host: Startup Haven\n​Startup Haven Ventures is a pre-seed venture fund backed by its 19-year-strong\, members-only national network exclusively for full-time\, venture-scale founders and active investors. \nOur gatherings provide a private space—no service providers allowed—where founders and investors can exchange ideas and build meaningful relationships. \nIn our San Diego chapter\, we host a monthly dinner and an inclusive poker night\, plus virtual programs like Office Hours and Pitch Coaching to connect founders nationwide. Learn more at startuphaven.com. \nStartup Haven Premium Events: Founders Dinner and Startup Poker 2.0 \n​This event is free for Startup Haven Level 1 & Level 2 members\, but Level 0 members have a cost of $10.00. If you would like to attend this (and future) premium events for free\, upgrade to Level 1 ($10/month) or Level 2 ($30/month) here:  UPGRADE \n​Startup Haven events are (usually) exclusively for our founder and investor members. \n​If you are interested in joining Startup Haven as a free member\, you can indicate that in your registration questions! \n​Safety Concerns \nIf you have safety concerns and would like someone to accompany you to your vehicle\, we would be happy to accommodate you\, just let one of our team members know or email us in advance at membership@startuphaven.com. Thank you! \nIf you are sick\, or have loved ones that are vulnerable\, please consider coming to future events instead. \n​Sponsors Make it Happen \n​Thank you to our venue sponsor Ansir! Ansir offers start-up office space\, access to the mentor & entrepreneurship community and business & investor resources. Innovators can utilize our space at minimal investment to establish their early business presence. \n​Startup Haven and these events would not be possible without the support of our awesome sponsors.  They buy all the food\, drink\, poker chips\, cards\, trophies\, etc. so please thank them when you see them. \n​Inclusivity \n​We acknowledge that poker\, as well as the tech and startup community\, has historically been male-dominated. However\, we are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members and players. \n​We strongly encourage women\, people of color\, and individuals from all under-recognized groups to join us at our events. \n​Your presence enriches the experience for everyone\, and we are dedicated to ensuring that our poker community is diverse\, respectful\, and inclusive. \n​Read here\, here and here for more about why we play poker at Startup Haven\, and believe that poker is for everyone.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/san-diego-startup-haven-founders-dinner-some-stay-for-poker-2-0/
LOCATION:San Diego\, San Diego\, California\, United States
CATEGORIES:Investors & Funding,Networking,Startups & Founders
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250312T055124Z
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SUMMARY:Legal Series: Launch\, Grow\, Succeed
DESCRIPTION:Navigate the Legal Path to Startup Success \n\n\n\n\nGet ready to take your startup to the next level! Join us for a dynamic six-week webinar series crafted exclusively for growth-focused startups. Led by Procopio’s Emerging Company and Venture Capital attorneys\, this series delivers practical\, actionable insights you can apply immediately. Learn how to structure your business for success\, protect your secret sauce\, attract top investors\, break into new markets\, and tackle tricky data and employment challenges like a pro. Don’t miss this opportunity to power up your startup—reserve your spot today! \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nCorporate Formation & Documentation: Set your startup up for success with the right foundation from day one.\nDeveloping & Protecting Intellectual Property: Build a strong IP portfolio\, safeguard your innovations\, and stay ahead of competitors.\nData Privacy & Compliance: Stay on top of evolving regulations and protect your customers’ trust.\nEarly-Stage Financings: Confidently navigate funding rounds and secure strategic investments to fuel growth.\nTechnology Licensing: Drive expansion and revenue through secure\, growth-focused partnerships.\nEmployment Law for Startups: Build a compliant and effective team while navigating complex labor laws.\n\nWhy Attend? \n\nAccess actionable advice from seasoned startup attorneys who understand your challenges.\nGet your pressing questions answered by experts in real time.\nAvoid costly missteps and learn how to position your startup for long-term success.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/legal-series-launch-grow-succeed/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Startups & Founders,Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250416T063831Z
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SUMMARY:SD ISSA - InfoSec Networking Happy Hour (April)
DESCRIPTION:Please Register via our main Event Calendar Platform:\nRegister Here: SDISSA Happy Hour\, April\nLocation: Harland Brewery – One Paseo\n3718 Paseo Pl\, Suite 1300\, San Diego\, CA 92130 \nCome for the drinks\, stay for the conversation!\n​Get out of the house to take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals\, gain some professional development\, and have some well-deserved fun at this month’s Happy Hour! \n​We look forward to seeing you there. \nThank You To Our Happy Hour Sponsors!\nCato Networks\, Vertek\, New Horizon Communications (NHC) \nISSA Membership & Inquiries\nBecome a member and start attending our meetings & events for FREE! Please Join Today!\nIf you have a job opening to highlight\, please contact us at [recording@sdissa.org](mailto:recording@sdissa.org)\nTo inquire about sponsorship opportunities\, please contact us at [sponsorship@sdissa.org](mailto:sponsorship@sdissa.org) \nPlease Register via our main Event Calendar Platform:\nhttps://lu.ma/sdissa
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/sd-issa-infosec-networking-happy-hour-april/
LOCATION:Harland Brewing One Paseo\, 3725 Paseo Pl #1300\, San Diego\, CA\, 92130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity,Networking,Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250416T071208Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego Arduino Enthusiasts
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at our monthly meeting. 7pm on the third Wednesday. The Escape Room Steal & Escape graciously allow us to use their space. Please enter through the door under the “A | ROYALE WEAR” sign.\nLat/Lon 32°39’35.6″N 117°06’09.1″W\nGoogle Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/zGrMUfKtBgo1rtnc8 \nTonight we will continue with the development of the low-power PCB arduino project — specifically the STM32G431CB kits will be distributed and we will workshop getting under our control! \nWhat we’re about\nThe purpose of this groups is to share ideas\, experiences\, projects\, and code for Arduino-based electronics.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/san-diego-arduino-enthusiasts/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:Steal and Escape\, 2602 Transportation Ave Suite A\, National City\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engineering & Developers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250417T073530Z
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SUMMARY:Wilson Sonsini Legal Bootcamp for Startups
DESCRIPTION:Wilson Sonsini Legal Startup Bootcamp \nJoin Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati\, a leader in the representation of life science innovation and technology\, as we bring an exclusive boot camp to our entrepreneurial ecosystem. This intensive half-day program is designed for those in the process of —or considering—starting a new venture. Learn from our featured speakers as they cover topics ranging from corporate formation and financing to intellectual property and patent strategies. \nRegistration information: \nOpen to Alumni\, students\, and the UC San Diego Community at large—anyone interested in Intellectual Properties and patent strategies. \nDirections to the Design and Innovation Building: \nThis event is located on the second floor of the Design and Innovation Building (DIB). The entrances are across from the Structural Materials and Engineering building or next to the UC San Diego Central Campus Station bus and trolley stop. \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\nP506 – Pay and Display\, Northside of the DIB\nP504 – Pay and Display\, Northside of the DIB\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/wilson-sonsini-legal-bootcamp-for-startups/
LOCATION:Design and Innovation Building\, 9510 Innovation Ln\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bootcamp,Design & UX,Innovation,Innovators,Startups & Founders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250417T074546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T074546Z
UID:10009493-1744889400-1744894800@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for Gov Contracting: Crafting the Perfect Capability Statement
DESCRIPTION:Winning government contracts requires more than just a great product or service—it demands a compelling capability statement that effectively showcases your business’s strengths. This workshop will guide small business owners and entrepreneurs through the essential components of a capability statement\, helping them craft a professional and impactful document that captures the attention of government agencies and prime contractors. \nParticipants will learn how to highlight their core competencies\, past performance\, differentiators\, and key certifications in a concise and strategic manner. Participants will also learn how to identify their own NAICS codes that may also be included in their capability statement. Hosted by Black Tech Link Executive Director\, Elizabeth Cotton\, she will provide insights on best practices and how to tailor capability statements for different contract opportunities. Whether you’re new to government contracting or looking to refine your existing statement\, this session will equip you with the tools to position your business for success in the competitive public sector marketplace. \nFunded by the County of San Diego’s Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA)\, Department of Strategy and Community Engagement
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/preparing-for-gov-contracting-crafting-the-perfect-capability-statement/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Virtual,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20231222T040206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T075418Z
UID:10002797-1744898400-1744905600@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Coffee Chat
DESCRIPTION:Twitter: https://twitter.com/hashtag/4stech \n02:00 pm to 04:00 pm \n\n\n\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.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/weekly-coffee-hour/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:Mostra Coffee\, 10550 Craftsman Way ste 187\, San Diego\, CA\, 92127\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coworking,Networking,Specialty Tech
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250417T075009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T190108Z
UID:10009494-1744911000-1744918200@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:April 17th Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:It’s beer o’clock. \nJoin us!
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/april-17th-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Embolden Beer Company\, 8655 Production Ave\, San Diego\, CA\, 92121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20240815T102428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T103342Z
UID:10004438-1744912800-1744920000@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Open Web Application Security Project San Diego (OWASP-SD) - Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:What we’re about\n\n\nThe Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) is a 501(c)(3) worldwide not-for-profit charitable organization focused on improving the security of software. Our mission is to make software security visible\, so that individuals and organizations worldwide can make informed decisions about true software security risks. \nOver 30\,000 Subscribers – Over 140 Projects – Over 190 Chapters \n———————————– \nIf you wish to present at OWASP San Diego\, you can apply here: https://goo.gl/forms/eCbZU8Kn3mxIjxMt1 \nIf you wish to apply to our Slack channel\, you can apply here: https://goo.gl/forms/mNwzJZKs47iK5usG2
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/open-web-application-security-project-san-diego-owasp-sd-monthly-meeting-2/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Software,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250417T075429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T190409Z
UID:10009495-1744912800-1744920000@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Connections Kick Off Event
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to kick off Connections by with us at our fun in-person event on April 17\, 2025! Let’s make some new friends and network together!
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/connections-kick-off-event/
LOCATION:Seven Mile Casino\, 285 Bay Boulevard\, Chula Vista\, CA\, 91910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250417T075756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T075756Z
UID:10009496-1744912800-1744920000@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Zero-waste & Earth Month celebration with Earthwell Refill
DESCRIPTION:​Join San Diego Green Drinks on Thursday\, April 17 from 6-8pm to celebrate Earth Month and learn about zero-waste with Katrina Oprisko\, owner of Earthwell Refill. \n​​​Green Drinks events are free\, casual\, and fun networking events to meet likeminded individuals in the environmental sustainability space. Come solo or with friends – we are hope to see you there! \n\n​​​​​​WHEN: Thursday\, April 17 from 6 – 8 pm. \n​​​​​​​​​​​​​​WHERE: Clem’s Tap House – 4108 Adams Ave\, San Diego\, CA 92116 \n​​​​​​​​​​​​​​FOOD and DRINK: A variety of drinks and food are available for purchase. \n​​​​PARKING: Street parking is available. \n\n​​About Earthwell Refill: \n​Earthwell Refill\, the longest running refill shop in San Diego County\, opened in 2016. This family owned business\, located at 4114 Adams Avenue in Kensington\, encourages people to switch from single use plastic containers to re-using sustainable containers when buying personal toiletries and household items. \n​As a result\, in 2024 they were able to divert more than 5\,871 containers from our landfills and local waterways. They sell natural\, non-toxic beauty products such as shampoos and conditioners\, body wash\, lotions\, deodorants\, sunscreen\, shaving cream\, face wash\, and toothpaste! \n​You can refill household supplies like hand soaps\, dish soaps\, laundry detergent\, stain removers and household cleaners. In addition to the numerous refill options they offer\, they also sell sustainable products made of natural fiber like cotton\, agave\, and bamboo\, as well as safety razors made of stainless steel. You can also find hair ties made of natural rubber\, bamboo hairbrushes\, and combs made of Neem wood. Instead of toilet paper made of virgin wood\, they sell bamboo toilet paper and paper towels. There is also a kitchen section full of natural sponges and scrubbers. \n​By shopping here you can make a difference by choosing a non-toxic and less plastic lifestyle. Earthwell Refill is a member of Business for Good and received a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition from Congresswoman Sara Jacobs in 2024. \n​​\n​About Green Drinks:\nSan Diego Green Drinks (SDGD) is a monthly networking group for professionals or individuals interested in the sustainability field. We typically meet on the third Thursday of each month at a local bar to discuss different environmental issues with a speaker followed by open networking. These events are casual\, drinking is optional\, and anyone interested is encouraged to attend. \n\n​​​​​​​​​Connect with San Diego Green Drinks\nSign up for our email list to hear about future events or email us at sandiegogreendrinks@gmail.com\nLike us on Facebook: @SanDiegoGreenDrinks\nLike us on Instagram: @sandiegogreendrinks
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/zero-waste-earth-month-celebration-with-earthwell-refill/
LOCATION:Clem’s Tap House\, 4108 Adams Ave\, San Diego\, CA\, 92116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250417T080015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T080015Z
UID:10009497-1744914600-1744920000@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Leveraging Azure AI and Python for Data-Driven Decision Making
DESCRIPTION:In this technical talk\, we will explore how to harness the power of Azure AI\, Azure AI Studio\, Azure Search Services\, and large language models to extract valuable decision-making data from the Azure SQL Database. \nWe will begin by discussing Azure AI and its capabilities. Starting with a clean slate\, build a solution using Azure AI Studio and its user-friendly interface that can chat with an SQL database\, helping make data-driven decisions without writing code. This solution will delve into Azure Search Services\, highlighting how it can be used to efficiently index and query data. \nThe second part of the presentation will focus on utilizing large language models and Python notebooks to extract and analyze data from the Azure SQL Database. Attendees will learn how to set up their environment\, connect to the database\, and implement AI-driven solutions (talk to the database). \nBy the end of the session\, participants will have a solid foundation in using Azure AI and Python for data-driven decision-making\, empowering them to leverage these tools in their projects.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/leveraging-azure-ai-and-python-for-data-driven-decision-making/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AI,Specialty Tech,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250417T080236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T080236Z
UID:10009498-1744916400-1744923600@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:SDx Paper Club - BitNet b1.58 Reloaded: State-of-the-art Performance Also on Smaller Networks
DESCRIPTION:​Welcome to the SDx Paper Club. The paper club is a meetup where we discuss fundamental machine literature with a focus on AI\, language models\, reinforcement learning\, and diffusion. \n​The paper covered will be the BitNet b1.58 Reloaded: State-of-the-art Performance Also on Smaller Networks (https://arxiv.org/abs/2407.09527) presented by Saeed Firoozi. \n​Make sure to join our discord and check out the SDx site for more info.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/sdx-paper-club-bitnet-b1-58-reloaded-state-of-the-art-performance-also-on-smaller-networks/
LOCATION:San Diego\, San Diego\, California\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Specialty Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T083000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250418T051232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T211621Z
UID:10009503-1744957800-1744965000@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:SD Founders Surf\, Breathwork & Beach Walk - April 18\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Founders\, investors\, and those who support them. Meet at “Pipes”: Northern area of San Elijo State Beach at the North parking lot shower near the top of the ramp (not stairs). The map link is only an approximation. Easiest to park for free on Coast Hwy.\nAgenda:\n6:30 am: Meet\n6:45 am: intros and guided breathwork\n7:00 am: surf or beach walk. If conditions don’t permit either\, we’ll get coffee!\n8:30 am: head to work feeling energized!
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/sd-founders-surf-breathwork-beach-walk-april-18-2025/
LOCATION:San Elijo State Beach\, Highway 101 & San Elijo State Beach\, Parking lot\, S Coast Hwy 101 Parking\, Cardiff\, CA\, 92007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Investors & Funding,Networking,Startups & Founders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250418T043031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T212607Z
UID:10009502-1744968600-1744974000@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:A Tea Chat For Life Sciences + Patrik Schmidle\, Founder & CEO\, CARI Health
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday 4/18 9:30-11:00am PDT for the second session of our new in-person event series that honor innovations of life sciences and health technologies. Attendees will have the opportunities to enjoy networking with some of the best inventors\, entrepreneurs and experts locally available. Please be sure to save the date for this unique experience of inspiration and connectivity! \nOur special guest of this event will be Patrik Schmidle\, Founder & CEO of CARI Health. Welcome!! \nOur event sponsor JLL will cover some really yummy seasonal tea treats from California English for us\, to be enjoyed towards the end the session in the outdoors of the restaurant =)
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/a-tea-chat-for-life-sciences-patrik-schmidle-founder-ceo-cari-health/
LOCATION:Biovista Life Science Campus\, 9276 Scranton Rd\, San Diego\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biotech & Life Sciences,Innovation,Startups & Founders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250418T051631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T190409Z
UID:10009504-1745053200-1745060400@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:april community (weekend) coffee meetup: san diego
DESCRIPTION:​Have you been needing to grab a coffee with someone and just haven’t found the time? Come to our monthly meetup to do just that! \n​Welcome to our regular meet up for creatives\, small business owners\, community organizers\, nonprofit leaders and more to come together and brainstorm new ideas\, find potential collaborators\, and make some new friends\, all while supporting local San Diego businesses and entrepreneurs. \n​Join golden guide at in supporting a local coffee shop while meeting an incredible community of people out there who are doing the work. \n​Other than nametags\, this will be totally unstructured\, so feel free to come alone\, with a friend or collaborator\, or a team and spend time in community! Let’s grab a coffee and see what we can create together—we can’t wait to see you there! \n​ABOUT GOLDEN GUIDE\n​golden guide is a national 501(c)3 non-profit building a community + collaboration platform that drives support and builds connection for asian american\, native hawaiian\, and pacific islander (aanhpi) communities. \n\n​Website: https://www.goldenguide.org\n​Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goldenguideorg\n​LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/goldenguideorg\n​Substack: https://goldenguide.substack.com/
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/april-community-weekend-coffee-meetup-san-diego/
LOCATION:San Diego\, San Diego\, California\, United States
CATEGORIES:Collaboration,Community Building,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20240722T105253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T190415Z
UID:10004219-1745056800-1745064000@sdtechscene.org
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/2025-04-19/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Building,Networking,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20240614T081714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T190415Z
UID:10006307-1745056800-1745071200@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Hack and Race-Prep Autonomous Cars
DESCRIPTION:San Diego Robotics DIYRobocars Race-Prep Day\, Hosted by UCSD. \nPlease keep in mind that at the Saturdays meeting we expect you to have your robocar built and software installed. I hope you will understand that for us time at the track is limited to once a week for 4 hours. We would like to use it for development as much as feasible. \nPlease complete your robot build before coming to the Saturdays meetup. See the 2nd Wednesday of month Beginner/Builder Meetup and our slack channel. Then bring your bot and computer to the track. \nPlease sign-up and come for our monthly Beginners and Builders Meetup before coming to the Saturdays Meetup. \nAgenda:\n10 :00 am – 2:00 pm. Training and racing \nWe have built a double lane track with a yellow dashed center-line. Expect a track roughly 30×15 feet\, with a concrete floor and duct tape lines. \nDon’t worry if you are still working things out with the software. We will be on hand to help all get going. This is a great chance to gather training data for you robot. Still figuring out hardware and/or configuring the software on the bot and laptop? Go to one of the 2nd Wed of month Beginner/Builder Meetups. \nThere will be tables\, power\, and wifi. Please bring your laptops and bot and be ready to hack. \nA special thanks to UCSD for hosting us. \nThank you.\nSD DIYRobocars. \n——– \nCheckout http://www.donkeycar.com for the build information that many of us used to get started. \nCheckout http://docs.donkeycar.com for parts lists\, hardware and software setup instructions. \nSelf-steering car from SD group:\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxhsv5CViBg \nmore sample driving from San Diego meetup:\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WecNKymdg3k \nsome sample driving from Oakland DIYRobocars meetup:\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQn5PA6nl3I
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/hack-and-race-prep-autonomous-cars/2025-04-19/
LOCATION:UCSD\, Engineering Building Unit 2\, Engineering Building Unit 2\, La Jolla\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Robotics & Hardware,Specialty Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250418T052750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T052750Z
UID:10009506-1745056800-1745078400@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:SDx Hacker Club: Vibe Coding w/ Replit
DESCRIPTION:​Join SDx and Replit for a focused one-day vibe coding hackathon centered on Replit’s AI-powered development environment. Builders will engage in hands-on sessions to build and deploy applications using Replit’s tools and agents. \n​Why Participate? \n\n​Hands-On Experience: Work directly with Replit’s AI-driven platform to develop functional applications.\n​Meet Builders Collaborate with AI Builders and industry professionals in a technical setting.\n​Project Development: Advance your project ideas from conception to deployment within a day.\n\n​Event Schedule: \n\n​10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Introduction to Replit’s AI Development Tools\n​10:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Team Formation and Planning\n​11:00 AM – 3:00 PM: HACK!\n​1:00PM: Lunch\n​3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Demos\n\n​Who Should Attend? \n​This event is designed for builders and vibe coders. \n​Registration: Spots are limited. Register to secure your place. \n\n​‼️REPLIT is awarding 1mo worth of Replit Core‼️(their monthly subscription ) to each participant.\n\n​As for project ideas\, here’s a short list: \n\n​Business software like CRMs\, trackers\, data processing apps\n​AI chatbots\, or bots for telegram\, discord\, slack\n​games\, including automatic 3d asset generation built in to replit\n​Online shops\, w/ stripe integration\n​Personal apps for notes\, health tracking\, workout logging\n​Educational sites\, interactive quizzes\, or kid-friendly learning aids\n\n​You can reference these pages for more details: \n\n​https://replit.com/ai\n​https://docs.replit.com/replitai/integrations
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/sdx-hacker-club-vibe-coding-w-replit/
LOCATION:Cadre AI Office in La Jolla Cove\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Hackers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250418T052034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T052034Z
UID:10009505-1745064000-1745069400@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Mathematics for Machine Learning -- Linear Regression -- Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:Mathematics for Machine Learning\nLinear Regression \nDATE CHANGE: This MML book club session has been moved to April 19 \nWe have a book club to discuss the classic Mathematics for Machine Learning. This a fantastic book to learn fundamentals or deepen your understanding of the math that underlies most of ML. A PDF copy of the book is available at https://mml-book.github.io/. \nThis session will discuss chapter 9. We are past the theory chapters\, and this is the first chapter talking about solving real problems. This material stands alone from previous chapters. New people are welcome to join. \nPlease join us in person or online. To get the most out of this session\, try to read the chapter and do the exercises. Come to the meetup with a question. \n* Please make sure to read the instructions for joining the event below. \nAgenda: \n\n12:00 – 1:30 pm — Discuss chapter and exercises\nTime permitting — Additional Q&A\, networking\n\nLinks to notes/slides and videos of prior meetups are available on the SDML GitHub repo https://github.com/SanDiegoMachineLearning/bookclub \nLocation:\nWe are continuing to look for an ideal in-person site. For now\, we will be meeting inside the ALX Apartments downtown. \nPlease Note: There are two steps required to join the online meetup: \n\nYou must go to our Slack community and ask for the password for the meeting. Link to join is below.\nYou must have a Zoom login in order to join the event. A free Zoom account will work. If you get an error message joining the Zoom\, please login to your account on the Zoom website then try again.\nUse this Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82891977558\n\nCommunity:\nJoin our slack channel for questions and discussion about what’s new in ML:\nhttps://join.slack.com/t/sdmachinelearning/shared_invite/zt-33z4811de-F_YKuCsQH1ev3TLSnQQfgQ
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/mathematics-for-machine-learning-linear-regression-hybrid/
LOCATION:ALX Apartments\, 300 14th St\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions,Hybrid,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250421T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250421T055020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T191207Z
UID:10009508-1745227800-1745236800@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Grant Pathways\, featuring Nikolas Sparks\, PhD
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session will delve into effective methods for securing grants that support innovative projects within less traditional fields like social sciences and humanities. Participants will learn how to articulate the value of their research\, develop compelling proposals\, and navigate the complex landscape of funding opportunities. \nWe are thrilled to have Dr. Nikolas Oscar Sparks as our lead facilitator. With a rich background in arts and academia\, Dr. Sparks brings over a decade of expertise in grant writing and development consulting focused on the arts and humanities. His experience spans prestigious roles including Director of Research & Communication at Wideman Davis Dance\, along with teaching positions in Literature\, Art History\, and Critical Theory at New York University and Duke University. \nThis workshop is ideal for researchers\, faculty members\, graduate students\, and anyone interested in learning about funding mechanisms tailored to social sciences and humanities technologies. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills in transforming scholarly research into impactful ventures with societal benefits! \nFor more information or questions regarding registration: \nShane Moise\, smoise@ucsd.edu \nLimited 1:1 sessions available from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/grant-pathways-featuring-nikolas-sparks-phd/
LOCATION:UC San Diego – Design & Innovation Building Room 208\, 9510 Innovation Lane\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biotech & Life Sciences,Innovation,Innovators,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T103000
DTSTAMP:20260416T203654
CREATED:20250422T054722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T190409Z
UID:10009878-1745312400-1745317800@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:What's New - ArcGIS Parcel Fabric and ArcGIS Pro 3.5!
DESCRIPTION:Topic: MeetUp: Parcel Fabric What’s New 3.5!\nTime: Apr 22\, 2025 09:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://esri.zoom.us/j/93425371367?pwd=0NpXkpDjfrHpA1vt4xZRVJl7SJ1qUY.1\nMeeting ID: 934 2537 1367\nPasscode: 383269 \nJoin us on Earth Day 2025 as we show you all the new features and enhancements for the ArcGIS Parcel Fabric that we’ve been working on for ArcGIS Pro 3.5.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/whats-new-arcgis-parcel-fabric-and-arcgis-pro-3-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Networking
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