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HACK Memphis
Fall 2025 City Hackathon
Do you have ideas for improving the city? Is there a particular issue you’d like to learn about or fix? Join us at the City Hackathon on November 7-9 at the University of Memphis FedEx Institute of Technology!
3rd Annual Tech901 Capture the Flag Event
October 25, 2025
Tackle real-world challenges, team up with other sharp minds, and dive into hands-on workshops built for cybersecurity professionals.
📸 Our Community in Action
Memphis Microsoft 365 Community Day 2025
🗓️ Plan ahead.
Want to see what’s coming in a few weeks, and beyond?
Explore Memphis tech events early with our Community Calendar.
Developer Meetups, Workshops, & Tech Talks
🧠 AI Readiness Webinar Series: Preparing Your Company for What’s Next! AI Innovation Acceleration
Oct. 22 — 11:00am CDT (Virtual)
Exclusive 4-week AI Readiness Webinar Series hosted by ProTech Services Group, Inc. This event is designed for professionals navigating the evolving landscape of AI in business, with a focus on security, compliance, innovation, and leadership.
💰 Memphis Data Professionals: Smart Strategies for Lasting Wealth
Oct. 23 — 5:30pm CDT (In-Person)
From your first big paycheck to your first big purchase — smart strategies for lasting wealth. We’ll cover the real-life money moves no one teaches in school. This isn’t a lecture—it’s a roadmap for taking control of your financial future. The goal is to help you make smart choices, avoid common money traps, and build a foundation for lasting wealth.
Why it Matters: This session breaks down real-world financial wins. No fluff, just clarity. Learn how to build momentum, sidestep setbacks, and own your next move.
🎨 UX/UI Bytes hosted by Coriano Harris: Full-Stack Creative Technologist
Oct. 24 — 11:30am CDT (Virtual)
Whether you’re a pixel-pushing pro or just wondering what UX even stands for, this event is for YOU. Join us for a fun, welcoming session where we dive into design, swap ideas, and geek out over all things UX/UI. No experience needed – just curiosity and good vibes. Come hang out!
Why it Matters: Curious about design but not sure where to start? This laid-back session is your chance to explore UX, meet creatives, and find your place in Memphis tech. Come vibe with us.
💻 FREE! Intro to Web Development with Code School by CodeCrew
Oct. 25 — 12:00pm CDT (In-Person)
CodeCrew Code School invites adults to a free, hands-on intro to web development. Learn the basics of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript while exploring career pathways in tech. No experience needed, just bring a laptop (or request a loaner). Open to high school grads and GED holders ready to start their coding journey.
Why it Matters: Ready to build something real? This hands-on intro to coding is your first step into tech. No experience needed, just bring a willing attitude. CodeCrew is one of the best teachers in the Memphis region.
📣 Hosting something soon?
Meetups, launches, panels, workshops! If it’s helping grow the Memphis tech scene, we’ll make sure folks know.
𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲
🍽️ Memphis Tech Luncheon
Oct. 22 — 11:30am CDT (In-Person)
Come join us at the Memphis Tech Lunch! This is a fantastic opportunity for local tech professionals to connect over a delicious meal in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re deep into coding, managing networks, innovating in engineering, or just passionate about technology, this gathering is for you.
Why it Matters: This is an opportunity to meet and greet the local community in a low-pressure environment. We swap stories and make connections. This is how you find your crew. Big ideas start with small talk.
📻 Actual Intelligence with Audrey: Radio Show
Oct. 24 — 4:00pm CDT (Virtual/Radio)
Tune in or stream live for insights from the people shaping Memphis’ digital future. This is homegrown tech storytelling, amplified. Catch it on 88.5 FM.
𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 & 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬
🛠️ Midsouth Makers Weekly Friday Open House
Oct. 24 — 7:00pm CDT (In-Person)
The Midsouth Makers hosts an open house every Friday from 7pm. Come by and see what we have to offer, share your hobbies, and pick up some new ones! Or just hang out with some fellow nerds.
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Upcoming Conferences/Hackathons
Magnolia JS Conference
October 21-23, 2025
This premier conference, in Jackson, MS, brings together industry leaders, developers, and tech enthusiasts to explore the latest in content management systems, headless architecture, and digital experience platforms. Don’t miss this opportunity to network with like-minded professionals, learn from expert speakers, and discover cutting-edge solutions that will transform your digital strategy.
Capture the Flag Hackathon
October 25, 2025
Join us in celebrating Cyber Security Month with our 3rd Annual Tech901 Capture the Flag Event, powered by MetaCTF and sponsored by Orion. If you’ve never participated in a cybersecurity CTF event before, this is for you! This is a chance to hone your cybersecurity skills, working with other Tech901 students and alumni to solve a variety of challenging questions. Tech901 instructors will be present to help guide the event and get teams started. Cybersecurity professionals will run training workshops throughout the day for those that are new to the field. We’ll conclude with an awards ceremony to recognize the teams that score the most points!
HackMemphis Hackathon
November 7-9, 2025
Do you have ideas for improving the city? Join us at the City Hackathon on November 7-9 at the University of Memphis FedEx Institute of Technology! During the Hackathon, 100 volunteers will come together over 36 hours to develop solutions to three 3 civic challenges for the City of Memphis. Hackers must be 18 or older, and all skill and experience levels are welcome!
Cybersecurity Corner
Expert Insight: 3 Tips for Aspiring Cybersecurity Pros
Shared by O Mabry, Network Security Architect at Cisco
Discover Your Learning Style
Everyone learns differently, so determine the best approach to retaining information. You can create accountability partners to quiz or discuss topics of interest. Gamify learning for retention, while understanding if self-paced, class instruction, or a combination of both works for you. In addition, create a learning budget because you can’t depend on your employer to train you.
Time Management
Create a schedule for daily learning and milestones for yourself. This will help you keep track of your progression with a set of hours dedicated to a topic with a timeframe for developing a comfortable level of understanding. Once you have established a comfort level, you can reteach it to someone else, which is a great method for retention
Establish a Network of Mentors
A great way to network is to join an organization to give back to the community. Networking is a great way to meet mentors. Connect with multiple mentors across diverse fields to help you become a well-rounded individual.
Upcoming Events
🚩 Capture the Flag| Tech901
October 25, 2025
Capture the Flag (CTF) events are cybersecurity competitions where participants solve challenges to earn "flags," which are secret strings that can be submitted for points. These events simulate real-world scenarios, testing skills in areas like reverse engineering, web application security, and cryptography.
🔐 Cyber Security Workshop | BDPA Memphis
November 6, 2025
Memphis minds, let’s get cyber-sharp! BDPA Memphis is hosting a hands-on hacking workshop built for bold local learners.
Upcoming Classes
Free cybersecurity training courses funded by the Department of Homeland Security/FEMA in partnership with the University of Memphis. These come with certificates, and you can learn at your own pace.
Cyber Identity and Authentication
A self-paced, web-based training that explores various forms of authentication, including two-factor and multi-factor methods, and how they protect against identity compromise. The course connects digital identity concepts with access control strategies. Participants will learn to evaluate authentication protocols, understand biometric impacts, and apply best practices in identity management.
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Introductory level course designed for new and transitioning Information Technology professionals. Students learn preferred network topologies and the uses of Intrusion Detection/Prevention systems; the use and maintenance of firewalls and anti-virus software; to recognize various types of network based attacks; to recognize social engineering attacks, both remote and in-person; and the importance of establishing policies, and disaster planning.
Explore Recaps of Local Tech Events
🎉A celebration of culture and community. Deltech conference 2025 recap.
From soul-soaked live music to founder-fueled panels, the inaugural Deltech Conference showed what happens when innovation grows from Southern soil. Here’s how Memphis and the Delta are building something bold and doing it their way.
🎉 BDPA Code, Create + Conversate: Memphis Talent on Full Display
From student coders to seasoned pros, BDPA’s Tech Jam was a showcase of what Memphis tech is made of: grit, brilliance, and community. With hands-on demos, career insights, and a deep dive into tech, this event proved one thing: the future of innovation is already here, and it’s homegrown.
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