Orlando Tech Meetups

Orlando Tech Meetups

Claude Code, Codex, Gemini, Open Discussion and Help

via Kenneth J.Agentville

An open and informal session for anyone curious about AI-assisted coding, focusing on Claude Code, Codex, and Gemini. Attendees are encouraged to bring their setups, questions, and issues for live troubleshooting, pair-debugging, and sharing tips on prompts, configurations, and agent orchestration. The event aims to be a collaborative space for builders to help each other.

  • WHEN: Sun, Aug 9, 2026, 3:00 PM
  • WHERE: Online event

1 Million Cups – Orlando Weekly Meetup

via Erik D. (1 Million Cups – Orlando)

A weekly educational meetup for entrepreneurs and small business supporters to learn from each other. Entrepreneurs present their business ideas, and attendees provide feedback and ask questions. The event is created by the Kauffman Foundation.

  • WHEN: Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
  • WHERE: UCF Executive Development Center Downtown, 36 West Pine Street, Orlando, FL 32801 (also referred to as TechHub Orlando)

Coffee & WordPress at Foxtail Coffee – Howell Branch

via WordPress Orlando

A low-pressure meetup where attendees can discuss WordPress and WooCommerce projects, ask questions, and network. WordPress and WooCommerce experts will be on-hand to help. Attendees are encouraged to bring their laptops for specific help and buy a drink/snack from the venue.

  • WHEN: Wednesday, Aug 12, 2026, 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM EDT
  • WHERE: Foxtail Coffee – Howell Branch, 2451 Howell Market Ln #1105 · Winter Park, FL

OrlandoPreneur Monthly Startup Happy Hour!

via OrlandoPreneur

OrlandoPreneur™ Startup Happy Hour: Connect, Learn & Grow!™ is a monthly networking event for entrepreneurs, small business owners, mentors, and investors in Orlando’s startup community. The first drink is on the organizers.

  • WHEN: Monday, Aug 17, 2026, 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM EDT
  • WHERE: Blue Martini Lounge, 9101 International Drive · Orlando, FL

Data Ingestion in Fabric – Ginger Grant

via DBA Fundamentals Group

In this session, we will review 3 different methods for ingesting data, using the copy command, using Fabric’s Dataflow2, traditional Dataflows, and discuss the reasons for using each method. The copy command has been updated and Dataflow2 is part of Fabric. We will review how these compare to traditional Synapse Ingestion dataflows and when it makes sense to use each.

  • WHEN: Tue, Aug 18, 2026, 12:00 PM
  • WHERE: Online event

DevOps Lean Coffee

via Orlando DevOps

Lean Coffee is a quick Kanban style of organizing technical discussions for 10-15 people across many topics. Participants come prepared with ideas or just listen in, discussing and voting on topics starting at 7:15 PM. All are welcome, regardless of their current involvement in DevOps. For questions or chat, join the ODevs Discord.

  • WHEN: Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
  • WHERE: Axum Coffee, 146 West Plant Street · Winter Garden, 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, Aug 25, 2026, 7:00 PM
  • WHERE: Online event

Power and Perils of AI Aided Coding

via Orlando JUG (Java User Group)

This session explores the advantages and pitfalls of AI-aided coding, an emerging approach to software development. Attendees will learn when AI coding can boost creativity, collaboration, and speed, and when it can lead to fragile, hard-to-maintain systems. Through practical examples and guidelines, the session will teach how to harness AI’s strengths while avoiding traps that undermine quality and long-term sustainability.

  • WHEN: Thursday, Aug 27, 2026, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM EDT
  • WHERE: Tech Hub, 36 W. Pine St · Orlando, FL

Spooky AWS GameDay

via Orlando AWS User Group

GameDay is back this time with a Halloween themed Quest. More information about partnerships etc. coming soon.

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

Practice Solving Data Structures and Algorithms Problems

via Florida Software School

Practice solving Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA) problems. The session might cover problems like comparing two linked lists, inserting a node into a sorted doubly linked list, and reversing a doubly linked list.

  • WHEN: Wed, Dec 16, 2026, 6:00 PM
  • WHERE: Online event

Weekly General Meetup

via Timothy W.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: Every week on Monday until January 1, 2027
  • WHERE: Online event

Plug and Play Health Innovation Lounge & AIMed26 Special Event

via FL Health Innovators

An afternoon focused on the technologies, people, and ideas shaping the future of healthcare, featuring an inside look at AI in healthcare from AIMed26 and a Health Innovation Lounge with startup pitches and networking.

  • WHEN: Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM EDT
  • WHERE: GuideWell Innovation CoRE, 6555 Sanger Road, Orlando, FL

Innovation Stories – Summer ’26

via Orlando Innovation League

Innovation Stories is a signature event by Orlando Innovation League, designed to spotlight the real journeys behind innovation — the experiments, pivots, lessons, and breakthroughs that turn ideas into impact. This intimate, story-driven evening brings together founders, operators, creators, and community leaders to explore how innovation actually happens in practice. Rather than polished pitches, Innovation Stories focuses on authentic experiences and actionable insights that attendees can apply to their own work.

  • WHEN: Thursday, Aug 20, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM EDT
  • WHERE: Tech Hub, 36 W. Pine St, Orlando, FL

Python Dinner

via Michael d. (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 to 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. See you all there! 🙂

  • WHEN: Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT (Every 2nd Tuesday of the month until November 27, 2026)
  • WHERE: Downtown, Church Street, 99 West Church Street, Orlando, FL (A specific restaurant will be selected and updated one week prior)

Space Coast Devs Monthly Meetup

via Space Coast Devs (Hosted by Gil C. and Space Coast D.)

Join Space Coast Devs every third Wednesday at Protowork Studio for casual networking, presentations, lightning talks, tech topics, or project updates. The first hour is dedicated to networking, followed by talks and updates.

  • WHEN: Wednesday, August 19, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM EDT (occurs every 3rd Wednesday of the month until January 10, 2027)
  • 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.