What’s in this Edition

💻 Inspiring tech meetups
🍔 Exciting Networking Gatherings
📃 Thrilling Conferences
🗣️ Hands-on Technical workshops
🛠️ Upcoming Hackathons
☕ Best Coffee and Code Shops
📖 Tech Pipeline - Tech 901 & CodeCrew Code School

Join JD Graffam, founder and CEO of our local UX Agency Simple Focus. In this talk JD will be pulling back the curtain on a recent automotive project, revealing the real-world dynamics between design and development. Through practical examples, JD will demonstrate how to navigate the entire project lifecycle - from initial stakeholder alignment and user persona development to rapid iteration and value delivery. Drawing from his extensive experience, he'll share both successes and setbacks that shaped the final outcome.

The Goal of this course is to provide an introduction to Machine learning, and practice model training basics. This interactive workshop will introduce you to key concepts, provide practical coding exercises, and equip you with the skills to explore the exciting field of machine learning.

Spend the hour chatting about research and design concepts along with new and exciting topics in the world of UI/UX.

If you're interested in meeting with other developers and chatting about tech, life, etc. during your lunch break, you're more than welcome to join us at our virtual table.

Machine Learning/Data Sciences/R 

December 3, 2024
7pm - 8pm CDT

Air Street Capital 's state of AI in 2024 report discussed, preview it on https://www.stateof.ai/

TBD

Show off your personal projects, school projects, tutorials, or anything else you're working on – whether they're finished or still in progress. The idea is to practice engaging with like-minded tech enthusiasts. And if you don't have anything to showcase, come and join us in celebrating and supporting our fellow techies.

A one-hour introduction to Computer Science, using fun tutorials to show that anybody can learn the basics. No experience is needed.

This is a fantastic opportunity for local tech professionals to connect over a delicious meal in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Lunch will be at Swanky’s Taco Shop.

Join the BDPA Memphis for the Hack Memphis Post-Hack Meetup at Cxffee Black on Saturday at 11 am CST. Let’s sip, savor, and celebrate as we reflect on the incredible previous weekend we shared. Whether you crushed a major milestone, learned something new, or just enjoyed collaborating, this is your chance to reconnect with your teammates and relive the highlights over a cozy cup of coffee.

If you didn't attend the hackathon but want to learn some tips for when you do attend one, join us. This is an opportunity to get the scoop while it's still on our minds.

Location: Cxffee Black @ 761 National Street Memphis,TN 38122

This is a fantastic opportunity for local tech professionals to connect over a delicious meal in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Lunch will be at Mosa Asian Bistro

The MAGIC Conference is your opportunity to engage with like-minded GIS professionals in the Mid-South and capitalize on the vast knowledge-sharing potential that this event has offered for more than two decades. As always, the conference will feature a captivating lineup of speakers, insightful panel discussions, and networking opportunities that will undoubtedly expand your horizons and inspire new ideas.

Are you looking to start your project management journey? If YES…then…Get certified! Imagine…YOU…certified! Certified means you will have the recognition that confirms you possess the basic knowledge in the principles and terminology and that you fully meet the standards of project management generally recognized good practices.

The PMP® Certification is your key to unlocking advanced career opportunities, validating your leadership skills, and standing out in the competitive world of project management. Now, with the PMI Memphis, TN Chapter’s PMP Exam Prep Course, you can confidently take the next step toward achieving this prestigious certification.

GiveCamp Memphis is a weekend-long gathering of professional web developers, graphic designers, social media strategists, digital marketers, and data scientists donating their time to nonprofit organizations.

The event is entirely volunteer-driven. It’s a great opportunity for people to work together, develop new friendships, and do something important for the community. We’re looking for volunteers, both technical and non-technical, to help us do it.

Top 3 of 11 Beloved Coffee Shops

Belltower Coffee
525 S Highland St, Memphis, TN 38111
Notes: Great coffee spot with good sandwiches off oh Highland Strip close to UofM. Free drip coffee on Saturdays. Decent parking options most days throughout the week. Can get busy during university exam seasons.

Crosstown Concourse - French Truck Coffee
1350 Concourse Ave, Memphis, TN 38104
Notes: Multipurpose building with coffee shop (French Truck), food spots, and even a high school. Sometimes will have live music in main lobby. Lots of seating across various floors. Free parking garage on Floors 2+

Congregation Coffee
3060 Forest Hill Irene Rd, Germantown, TN 38138
Notes: Great coffee. Indoor and outdoor seating. Large parking lot.

Local Tech Bootcamps & Classes

CodeCrew Code School
Code School is a hands-on bootcamp designed to train individuals to be entry-level software developers within a six-month course.

Tech901
As a non-profit, Tech901 provide quality education and certifications for a fraction of the cost. All classes cost between $100 dollars and $250. That's it.