About us
Founded in 2003, Chicago Python User Group (http://chipy.org), AKA ChiPy (pronounced chip-pee) is one of the world's most active programming language special interest groups with over 1,500 active members and many more prestigious alumni.
Our main focus is the Python Programming Language. There are many ways to get and stay involved. Meetings are open to all levels. Our main (Loop) meetings start at 6pm on the 2nd Thursday of every month at all different locations around downtown Chicago. Stay tuned for a range of other events including our special North meetings and Python Tutorials.
Code of Conduct:
As a Sponsoree of the Python Software Foundation(PSF), we follow the PSF Code of Conduct.
Members of the Python community are open, considerate, and respectful. ChiPy Conduct
Please reach out to chicago-organizers@python.org to discuss sponsorship opportunities. Ask about our Jobs Referral program!
Our next meeting will the best one ever.
https://www.chipy.org/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/chipy/
Upcoming events
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ChiPy June 2026 __main__ Meeting
Expedia, 500 W Madison St Suite 700, Chicago, IL, USChiPy June Main Meeting - June 11, 2026, 6pm.
We will have food and beverages at 6pm, with talks starting at 6:30pm.
Hosted by: ExpediaMini Shai Hulud is no longer just an npm problem
By: eevelweezel
Experience Level: NoviceDescription:
Mini Shai Hulud is self-propagating malware that steals credentials from developer machines and CI/CD pipelines. It was first reported infecting npm packages in 2025, but as of May 2026, it has spread to PyPI. This talk will cover how Shai Hulud works and some of the mitigation strategies discussed at PyCon.In-Person:
Please fill in your full legal name and email. This information is required to send your invite and to allow building security to verify your name at check-in.
Further details:
https://www.chipy.org/meetings/1113/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/chipy/
Logistics
When: June 11, 2026, 6:00 pm
Hosted by: Expedia
Where: 500 W Madison St, Suite 700 Chicago, IL 60661
Directions: Proceed to Security on the third floor by taking the escalators up. Security will provide a printed QR code, which you'll need to scan at the turnstiles and again in the elevator. After that, proceed to the 7th floor.13 attendees
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