Orlando Tech Meetups

1 Million Cups – Orlando Weekly Meetup

via 1 Million Cups – Orlando

A weekly educational meetup for entrepreneurs and small business supporters to learn from each other and present business ideas. Entrepreneurs give a 6-minute presentation followed by 20 minutes of feedback and questions from the attendees. This particular event will be working on finalizing the speakers.

WHEN: Wednesday, September 2, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
WHERE: UCF Executive Development Center Downtown (TechHub Orlando), 36 West Pine Street, Orlando, FL 32801

DevOps Storytime Social

via Orlando DevOps

Come join us again for food and beer or whatnot as we gather to share and listen to members stories. Every other month we will have story topics and welcome everyone to share their story. Stories are generally around 10 minutes in length with some Q&A after each one. There is no need for a slide deck, or computer. These are meant to be like just hanging around the bar, with your friends, telling a story… Because that is just exactly what it is.

WHEN: Monday, September 7, 2026, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
WHERE: Lazy Moon – East Colonial, 1011 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32803

Python Dinner

via The Orlando Python User Group

Come join fellow Pythonistas for good food and good discussion. Rather than having a set location, drop a suggestion in the comments. A location will be selected and updated at least one week before the meeting. Previous suggestions can be carried over the the next month. It doesn’t need to be downtown. Just make sure that they are ok with splitting checks and seating groups before everyone arrives.

WHEN: Tuesday, Sep 8, 2026, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
WHERE: 99 West Church Street · Orlando, fl

Optimized Locking in SQL Server 2025: Internals, Contention, and Concurrency

via DBA Fundamentals Group

SQL Server 2025 introduces major enhancements to the locking engine, including Optimized Locking and the new Lock After Qualification strategy. These improvements fundamentally change how the engine acquires and holds locks, reducing contention and improving throughput under concurrent workloads. This deep dive will examine the internals of SQL Server’s locking behavior and how the 2025 improvements minimize unnecessary locks during query execution. The session will analyze common contention scenarios, demonstrate how Lock After Qualification defers lock acquisition, and through detailed demos, teach attendees how to inspect lock footprints and evaluate strategies. It will also discuss interactions with features like RCSI, READPAST/skip locked, and explicit lock hints. By the end, attendees will understand SQL Server 2025’s optimized locking engine, know how to monitor and troubleshoot blocking, and be equipped to design queries and indexes for maximum concurrency and stability.

WHEN: Tue, Sep 8, 2026, 12:00 PM
WHERE: Online event

Coffee & WordPress at Foxtail Coffee – Howell Branch

via WordPress Orlando

This is a low-pressure meetup for WordPress and WooCommerce users to discuss projects, ask questions, and get help. WordPress & WooCommerce experts will be on-hand, and attendees are encouraged to bring laptops for specific help. There is no set agenda, and the event is come-and-go.

WHEN: Wednesday, Sep 9, 2026, 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM EDT
WHERE: Foxtail Coffee – Howell Branch, 2451 Howell Market Ln #1105, Winter Park, FL

Enterprise Reverse Pitch Fall 2026

via Orlando Innovation League

Enterprise Reverse Pitch is a structured innovation event that connects leading Orlando organizations with startups and the innovation community. Enterprise Reverse Pitch flips the traditional pitch model on its head. Instead of startups and small businesses pitching themselves to enterprise leaders, the enterprise takes the stage first by sharing a real challenge they’re looking to solve. Then, local entrepreneurs, innovators, and solution providers get the opportunity to listen, connect, and explore how their expertise could become the solution.

WHEN: Thursday, Sep 17, 2026, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM EDT
WHERE: Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation, 7812 Palm Parkway · Orlando, FL

Virtual “Show and Tell” of Projects by the Community

via GDG G.Google Developer Group Central Florida

Ready to showcase your creativity and ingenuity? Want to see what fun, cool, and innovative projects community members are working on? Then get ready for our Monthly Creative Exchange! This is your chance to: Showcase Your Craft: Experimenting with AI or trying to kickstart a new app? This is your stage! Demo your latest creations, share your process, and spark inspiration in others. Projects do not have to be perfect or completely refined to help inspire others. The Creative Exchange: Need a second pair of eyes on an app you’re building? Or maybe you’re looking for a collaborator? Tap into our collective to get the feedback or partnership you need to level up. Found a new “toy” or app that’s completely leveled up your creative flow? We want to see it in action! Come give us a quick demo of the tools or techniques that are making your work fun again. Your “aha!” moment might be exactly the inspiration someone else needs to break through a creative block. Demo and “Show and tell” sessions should be shared as brief and impactful “lighting” talks. All talks will be time boxed to 7 minutes.

WHEN: Tue, Sep 22, 2026, 7:00 PM
WHERE: Online event

AWS GameDay: Spooky Edition [PRIZES]

via Orlando AWS User Group

A Halloween-themed AWS GameDay combining a hackathon and workshop where teams solve real-world cloud challenges in a live AWS environment to earn points and win prizes. It’s beginner-friendly, providing food, refreshments, and a free drink ticket for the first 50 arrivals.

WHEN: Thursday, Oct 15, 2026, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
WHERE: Zymarium Meadery, 1121 N Mills Ave · Orlando, FL

Weekly General Meetup

via Beginning Web Development

Join us every week for our Weekly General Meetup, where we come together to discuss, learn, and share ideas on various topics related to web development and technology. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced developer, this casual event provides a space for all skill levels to connect, collaborate, and grow. Each meetup features open discussions, troubleshooting sessions, and the opportunity to ask questions and gain insights from fellow developers. It’s also a great chance to network, share your projects, and learn from others in a supportive and friendly environment. Whether you’re working on a personal project, exploring new technologies, or just starting out in the world of web development, our Weekly General Meetup is the perfect place to continue your learning journey.

WHEN: Mon, Aug 31, 2026, 8:00 PM (Every week on Monday until January 1, 2027)
WHERE: Online event

OrlandoPreneur Monthly Startup Happy Hour!

via OrlandoPreneur

OrlandoPreneur™ Startup Happy Hour: Connect, Learn & Grow!™. Meet and network with fellow entrepreneurs, small business owners, mentors, and investors at our monthly networking Happy Hour events! The first drink is on us!

WHEN: Monday, Sep 21, 5:30 PM to Monday, Sep 21, 8:00 PM EDT
WHERE: Wall Street Cantina, 19 North Orange Avenue · Orlando, FL

Space Coast Devs Monthly Meetup

via Space Coast Devs

Join Space Coast Devs every third Wednesday at Protowork Studio for casual networking, followed by presentations, lightning talks, tech topics, or project updates.

WHEN: Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
WHERE: Protowork Studio, 575 S Wickham Rd Ste G · West Melbourne, FL

LaunchPad 226 Retreat Space

Plan your family retreat at Launchpad226 in beautiful Cocoa Beach, FL. Or perhaps a winter getaway, spring break, or pre/post cruise beach rental! ️️
Learn more at LaunchPad226.com.