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Regular tech talks focused on Microsoft Technologies and skills relevant to developers working with Microsoft .NET
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MicrosoftMajor sponsor for MS Communites (the user group association).- XeroProvided a venue for many years...
- Dev Academy AotearoaDev Academy aims to help people get into tech and upskill.
- JetBrainsJetBrains provides free licenses to their products
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Hang Five's Journey: Building the Next Viral Word Game with Arun StephensDeloitte Wellington, Wellington
Join us for an exciting journey into the world of game development with Arun Stephens, the co-creator of Hang Five. Hang Five is a daily word guessing game that has captured the hearts of players worldwide. Arun will share the captivating story of how Hang Five evolved from a simple website to a highly scalable architecture using cutting-edge technologies like containers and Postgres on Fly.io.
What to Expect:
- Explore the challenges faced during the 9-month journey of building Hang Five.
- Learn about the architecture decisions made, including the initial exploration of Azure Functions and Cosmos DB.
- Gain valuable insights into choosing the right tools for your project and optimizing your tech stack for performance and growth.
- Understand the trade-offs between different technologies like serverless functions and cloud databases.
About the Speaker: Arun Stephens is the co-creator and sole developer of Hang Five, bringing over 20 years of experience in .NET development to the table. As a lead engineer at a Wellington software company, Arun has a wealth of knowledge to share about building successful software projects.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain firsthand insights from Arun's experience and apply them to your own projects. Join us for an inspiring evening of learning and networking!Online meeting: Teams meeting
- Season of AI: Exploring Microsoft AI with Xiaodi YanDeloitte Wellington, Wellington
Join us for an exciting journey into the world of Microsoft AI as we kick off the "Season of AI" community pilot! This event is your opportunity to dive deep into the latest advancements in AI technology and discover how Microsoft is leading the way in this field.
Note: More details to be confirmed.
About the Event: In collaboration with Microsoft, we're thrilled to host an event focused on Microsoft AI topics, including the innovative Azure OpenAI. During this session, we'll explore the AI capabilities and delve into key AI concepts, use cases, and best practices.
What to Expect:
- Gain insights into the latest developments in Microsoft AI technology.
- Explore the capabilities of Azure OpenAI and its applications in various industries.
- Learn how to leverage Microsoft's AI tools and resources to enhance your projects and initiatives.
- Engage in discussions, Q&A sessions, and networking opportunities with fellow AI enthusiasts and professionals.
About the Speaker: Xiaodi Yan is a Microsoft MVP/MCT. Xiaodi often presents at conferences and user groups, sharing his knowledge with communities. Follow Xiaodi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/xiaodi-yan/
Don't miss this unique opportunity to join us for an immersive exploration of Microsoft AI and discover how you can leverage these cutting-edge technologies to drive positive change in your projects and beyond!
