What’s in this Edition

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

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

Why I love Golang: Concurrency by Bryce Sharp

Go's concurrency model is one of the language's most powerful features and is something I need to leverage at my day job to meet high performance requirements. I'll talk about what is Golang and how I leverage Go's concurrency model to process hundreds of billions of rows of data at work while making the most of our costly cloud services

AI Automation Meetup

December 5, 2024
7:30am - 8:30am CDT

Join us to explore how AI and automation are reshaping industries, boosting productivity, and unlocking new opportunities. Whether you're an AI expert, a curious learner, or a business leader looking for insights, this meetup is for you.

Tech 901 Info Session

December 5, 2024
6pm - 7pm CDT

Learn more about the Tech 901 admissions process and the training and certification programs available. This is an in-person event.

There are certain tools every hacker is expected to have in their toolbox. For anyone who messes with web applications, one such essential tool is the Burp Suite. Burp Suite offers insight into everything client-side. allows a number of automations and is heavily customizable through extensions.

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 targeted toward K - 12 students.

We're offering a FREE session to help you explore the fundamentals of web development and gain invaluable insight into the fast-paced world of technology.

By the end of this electrifying workshop, you will:
1. Grasp the magic behind HTML and CSS that brings the modern web to life.
2. Master essential JavaScript functions to supercharge your web pages
3. Uncover the secrets of CodeCrew's transformative adult coding career program

In this third and final session, "Power BI in Action: Bringing Data Insights to Life," we’ll demonstrate how to unlock the full potential of your data by creating intuitive dashboards, dynamic reports, and advanced visualizations. Attendees will learn how to connect to prepared data sources, model relationships, and create reports that drive impactful business strategies. Richard Adams will lead this transformative session.

Join us for 3D Printing with Luis, a hands-on BYTE Sized course led by 3D printing expert Luis Bolaños. In this workshop, you'll dive into the basics of 3D printing, learn how to operate a 3D printer, and create your very own 3D-printed object!

Note — $50 sign-up fee.

AI Automation Meetup

December 12, 2024
7:30am - 8:30am CDT

Join us to explore how AI and automation are reshaping industries, boosting productivity, and unlocking new opportunities. Whether you're an AI expert, a curious learner, or a business leader looking for insights, this meetup is for you.

We're offering a FREE session to help you explore the fundamentals of web development and gain invaluable insight into the fast-paced world of technology.

By the end of this electrifying workshop, you will:
1. Grasp the magic behind HTML and CSS that brings the modern web to life.
2. Master essential JavaScript functions to supercharge your web pages
3. Uncover the secrets of CodeCrew's transformative adult coding career program

Memphis (Virtual) Python User Group

December 16, 2024
6pm - 8pm CDT

Topcic and Speaker: Data Science in Microsoft Fabric by Dan Evens

Overview of Microsoft Fabric and related personas including data scientist. Microsoft Fabric offers Data Science experiences to empower users to complete end-to-end data science workflows for the purpose of data enrichment and business insights

"BI Dan" Evans has nearly 30 years’ experience in applying innovative technology solutions to critical business needs. His key focus areas are Advanced Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Strategy and Digital Transformation with Power Platform and Azure Data Platform.

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

Epicenter Memphis: Meet the ZeroTo510 Cohort

December 11, 2024
11:30am - 1pm CDT

Epicenter invites you to meet the ZeroTo510 Cohort featuring the innovative entrepreneurs from our nationally recognized ZeroTo510 Medical Device Accelerator!

Get an inside look at the cutting-edge innovation happening in the Memphis life sciences community! Enjoy a delicious meal, engaging conversations, and a sneak peek at some of the most exciting startups shaping the future of healthcare and life sciences.

Epicenter Memphis: ZeroTo510 Demo Day and Epicenter's Holiday Reception

December 12, 2024
4:30pm - 9pm CDT

Epicenter invites you to join us at The Cadre for a Demo Day featuring four emerging medical device startups from our award-winning ZeroTo510 Medical Device Accelerator! Afterwards we will be celebrating the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Memphis with our second annual holiday reception.

This is a group for professionals in technology, or anyone interested in getting into technology, to get together for good company and conversation. Sometimes we talk tech, sometimes we talk movies/comics/restaurants/TV shows. Please come unwind after work with us. It is a lot of easygoing fun!

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.

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.