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There and Back Again - A Developer’s Guide to Value from a Recovering Product Manager

Most developers think about their work in the wrong terms, focusing on tech stacks and ticket completion instead of outcomes and value. As a developer-turned–product manager–turned–developer again, I’ll share the mindset shift that can accelerate your career: how to solve the right problems, steer scope with influence, and talk about your work in a way that opens doors.

Are you curious about how real people are using AI to save time and get better results—without becoming a tech wizard? Join us for coffee and conversation that’s casual, helpful, and human.

Ever want to just hang out and eat pizza? Well here's your chance! We've got no agenda or topic for this meetup; just meeting up and eating pizza. I'll probably bug you to join the signal chat and socialize more on there too.

As always, MEMSEC is very n00b friendly and someone here can certainly answer whatever questions you may have!.

 (AI) Actual Intelligence w/ Audrey Willis: Radio Show 

June 6, 2025
4pm CDT

Memphis is leveling up its tech game with a brand-new radio show that’s all about the people, innovations, and stories driving the Digital Delta (aka Memphis). Starting at 4 PM, Audrey will hit the airwaves on 88.5 FM and stream online at voiceofmscs.com, bringing us real conversations about the tech shaping our world.

Public open house

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.

For the last three months, students at Middle College High School have been hard at work learning Calculus, studying for the ACT, and preparing for the college admissions process! Come celebrate their hard work at their Culminating Program. Tickets are currently $20, but with the "EarlyBird" promo code, tickets are at a 20% discount! Attend to enjoy special performances, good food, a keynote speaker, and observing the future of Memphis's STEM Community

Sloss.Tech

June 25 - 27, 2025

Get ready, innovators! Sloss Tech is back in Birmingham, Alabama. This three-day summit is where tech minds converge to ignite ideas and forge the future.

Expect a powerhouse lineup of speakers, including industry disruptors and visionary leaders. Engage in breakout sessions, pitch competitions, and networking events designed to inspire and connect. Plus, don't miss the inaugural startup pitch competition, offering a $50,000 prize to fuel the next big idea.

DelTech

October 8-10, 2025

DelTech 2025, is a dynamic two-day conference in Memphis, at the Epicenter downtown location, celebrating the intersection of technology and culture. Experience inspiring keynotes, hands-on workshops, and a startup pitch showcase highlighting the Delta's brightest minds.

𝐏𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐥: 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.

This is a call for 𝘈𝘐 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘱𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢. If you're eager to showcase your ideas at an 𝐮𝐩𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐈 𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐥 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞, please DM me at (1) JC Smiley | LinkedIn. We want to hear your passion and vision.

xAI choosing Memphis for the world's most powerful AI supercluster has dropped fate in our laps. The eyes of the world are upon us. Strike while the iron is hot.

Using AI tools, the barrier to entry for a founder with a great idea has dropped to the floor. We are now limited only by what we can conceive.

A question that founders have to ask is: Will your idea need outside capital to scale?

If so, you will need to pitch it to investors. So, this is our Call for Startups: 𝐏𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐥: 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.

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.

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.

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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