Weekly Tech Events: February 17th thru February 23rd

GiveCamp Memphis kicks off this weekend, Microsoft’s Power BI Bootcamp is happening, plus six more must-attend events. Don’t miss out—get involved!

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Memphis Tech Luncheon

February 19, 2025
11:30am - 1:30pm CDT

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

Join us for a fast-paced, fun-filled evening of networking, connections, and maybe even a little hustle. Forget swiping left or right—this is all about exchanging business cards and building valuable professional relationships!

Erica Plybeah will share her personal journey navigating the fundraising landscape as a Memphis-based entrepreneur. This session offers an authentic glimpse into the realities of raising capital, with practical insights for entrepreneurs charting a similar path.

Join a panel of experienced founders who have successfully raised capital as they share their journeys, challenges, and wins. This is a collaboration between Epicenter Memphis and Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Midsouth.

Intro to SQL - BYTE Size Course 

February 20, 2025
5pm - 7pm CDT

Code School is a hands-on class designed to train individuals ages 18 and up to be entry-level software developers.

Discover the fundamentals of table schemas and SQL queries in our upcoming session—ideal for those seeking a career transition or anyone intrigued by the world of data utilization.

Note — $25 sign-up fee.

Memphis Power Platform Global Bootcamp

February 21, 2025
12pm - 4pm CDT

In this boot camp we will deep-dive into Microsoft’s Power Platform stack with hands-on sessions and labs, delivered to you by the experts and community leaders.

GiveCamp Memphis

February 21-23, 2025

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.

In this hands-on workshop, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the investor diligence process from both sides of the table. Learn how to navigate the in-depth questions investors will ask about your business—unpacking the "why" behind these questions to better prepare their responses.

Explore the World of Local Tech Events

Tech Event: DevMemphis

Speaker: Dennis Kennetz

Talk Summary: Crash course in large language models and the architecture of GPUs/CPUs

Tech Event: BDPA of Memphis

Speakers: Naim Hakeem and Jaqueline Gladness

Talk Summary: Building Community & Elevating Tech

Join the BDPA of Memphis

Ready to advance your career in IT and STEM? Join the BDPA of Memphis! Our chapter offers professional development, networking, mentoring, and community outreach to help you thrive. Connect with like-minded professionals, gain valuable skills, and make a positive impact.

Join MemTech

The Memphis Technology Foundation (MTF) is a nonprofit organization committed to supporting and promoting the technology community in Memphis, Tennessee. It acts as a central hub for local technology professionals, enthusiasts, and students by organizing events, meetups, and educational programs that focus on software development, IT, cybersecurity, and other technology-related fields.

We invite you to join our dedicated Discord server for networking opportunities and discussions on various technology topics.

Best Coffee and Code Shops

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.

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