Louisville .NET Meetup Group

On Thursday, May 23, 2024, we will meet at the Slingshot offices at 700 N Hurstbourne Pkwy. Doors will open at 6:00 pm, and the presentations will begin sharply at 6:30 pm. Along with an excellent presentation, we'll have food. Be sure to RSVP so we know how much food is needed. Afterward, we will go somewhere for drinks and food to continue the conversation (location to be determined).

The session will also be broadcast at https://twitch.tv/TaleLearnCode and https://youtu.be/TaleLearnCode.

# Essential Software Design Patterns

Explore the pivotal role of effective design patterns in achieving maintainable, scalable, and robust systems within the dynamic landscape of software development. The presentation begins with an overview of design patterns, emphasizing their significance in modern software engineering. It then delves into a carefully selected set of essential design patterns, providing real-world examples and use cases to illustrate their practical applications. The session highlights each pattern's benefits and potential drawbacks, addressing concerns related to code maintainability, extensibility, and collaboration within development teams. We give special attention to pattern selection criteria, empowering participants to make informed decisions about applying specific patterns. By the session's end, attendees will possess a solid foundation in crucial software design patterns, enabling them to make informed design choices, write cleaner and more modular code, and confidently tackle complex software engineering challenges, benefiting both novice and experienced professionals in enhancing their development practices and elevating the quality of their software projects.

We will meet in person on Thursday, May 16, 2024, and broadcast the meeting on https://twitch.tv/TaleLearnCode.

On Thursday, May 16, 2024, we will meet at Modis' offices at 101 Bullitt Lane. Doors will open at 6:30 pm, and the presentations will begin sharply at 7:00 pm. Along with an excellent presentation, we'll have food. Be sure to RSVP so we know how much food is needed. Afterward, we will go to BJ's Restaurant to continue the conversation.

# Build awesome console applications in .NET using Spectre.Console

In the world of application development, the quest for great-looking applications with top-notch user experience remains an ongoing endeavor. Enter Spectre.Console, a .NET library that has changed how terminal-based applications are built. You are no longer constrained by simple (or non-existent) user experiences in our terminal-based application. In this session, we go on a journey, exploring the capabilities of Spectre.Console and how it gives you the power to create truly exceptional applications with unrivaled elegance.

On Thursday, July 18, 2024, we will meet at the Slingshot offices at 700 N Hurstbourne Pkwy. Doors will open at 6:00 pm, and the presentations will begin sharply at 6:30 pm. Along with an excellent presentation, we'll have food. Be sure to RSVP so we know how much food is needed. Afterward, we will go somewhere for drinks and food to continue the conversation (location to be determined).

The session will also be broadcast at https://twitch.tv/TaleLearnCode and https://youtu.be/TaleLearnCode.

# Empowering AI: Navigating Microsoft's Tools and Technologies

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a transformative force, impacting decision-making, personalization, and medical breakthroughs. Microsoft has played a significant role in this landscape, investing in AI products and tools for building custom solutions.

This presentation aims to provide an exploration of Microsoft's contributions to AI. We'll examine the principles behind AI applications, showcasing how Microsoft's tools empower individuals to create their own solutions. Join us to gain insights into the practical aspects of AI technology, as we explore some of Microsoft's key tools and services shaping the field. These tools make building and using AI tools more accessible and affordable.
I will show you the power of tools like Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Search, Microsoft Designer, Azure AI Services, and a number of Copilot products.

On Thursday, August 22, 2024, we will meet at the Slingshot offices at 700 N Hurstbourne Pkwy. Doors will open at 6:00 pm, and the presentations will begin sharply at 6:30 pm. Along with an excellent presentation, we'll have food. Be sure to RSVP so we know how much food is needed. Afterward, we will go somewhere for drinks and food to continue the conversation (location to be determined).

The session will also be broadcast at https://twitch.tv/TaleLearnCode and https://youtu.be/TaleLearnCode.

# Season of AI

Details coming