Orlando Tech Meetups

Orlando Tech Meetups

Startup Weekend Orlando – Spring 2026

via Isabella L. Orlando Innovation League

Techstars Startup Weekend Orlando is a 3-day immersive entrepreneurship experience where developers, designers, marketers, and aspiring founders come together to pitch ideas, form teams, build real products or MVPs, validate with real customers, and present to experienced judges. It’s an opportunity to turn ideas into real businesses in one high-energy, hands-on weekend.

  • WHEN: Friday, April 10, 2026, 5:30 PM to Sunday, April 12, 2026, 10:00 PM EDT
  • WHERE: UCF Downtown, 500 W Livingston St · Orlando, FL (final venue details shared after registration)

DevOps Lean Coffee

via Orlando DevOps

Lean Coffee is a quick Kanban style of organizing technical discussions for 10-15 people across many topics. Attendees will start discussing and voting on topics by 7:15 PM and continue until time runs out. All are welcome, regardless of their current DevOps involvement. Attendees can join ODevs Discord for questions or chat.

  • WHEN: Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
  • WHERE: Outpost Neighborhood Tavern, 227 N Eola Dr, 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, Apr 6, 2026, 8:00 PM (Every week on Monday until January 1, 2027)
  • WHERE: Online event

Orlando Code Camp 2026 – Tickets on Eventbrite

via ONETUG – Orlando .NET User Group

The next edition of Orlando Code Camp is happening on April 11th, 2026. This event includes speakers, sessions, and opportunities for sponsorship and volunteering. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.

  • WHEN: Saturday, April 11, 2026, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EDT
  • WHERE: Seminole State College – Sanford/Lake Mary Campus, 100 Weldon Blvd, Sanford, FL

Weekly Hacks

via Hacktivate – Hackathon Meetup Group

Welcome to Weekly Hacks. We will be hosting a call to talk about what we’re hacking on, projects we’re looking to collaborate on, or just talk about the latest tech news. It will be every other Thursday from 8 pm until 9 pm ET. This is a great place for tech enthusiasts to connect and collaborate. Whether you’re a software developer, UX/UI designer, data scientist, product manager, or just someone fascinated by the ever-evolving world of technology, there’s something for everyone. Get ready to unwind after work, share ideas, discuss trends, explore potential collaborations, and get inspired!

  • WHEN: Thu, Apr 16, 2026, 8:00 PM
  • WHERE: Online event

GenAI apps with LangChain4j and MCP

via Orlando JUG (Java User Group)

This session will explore how to create GenAI apps with LangChain4j and MCP (Model Context Protocol), facilitating standardized interactions with external tools. Through practical examples, attendees will learn how to build enterprise-scale AI solutions that enhance modularity and scalability.

  • WHEN: Thursday, Apr 9, 2026, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM EDT
  • WHERE: Tech Hub, 36 W. Pine St · Orlando, FL

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 a 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. See you all there! 🙂

  • WHEN: Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
  • WHERE: Outpost Neighborhood Tavern, 227 N Eola Dr · Orlando, FL

OTAB | Orlando Tech and Beer

via Kia M. and 4 others (Hosted by), Accelerate Orlando & Orlando Devs (hosts)

Join us for a fun evening of OTAB | Orlando Tech and Beer – a monthly networking and social event hosted by Accelerate Orlando & Orlando Devs. First drinks & light bites will be provided thanks to our generous sponsors!

  • WHEN: Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
  • WHERE: Twelve Talons Beerworks, 2807 E South Street · Orlando, FL

Angular Community Virtual Job Fair: Connect, Learn, and Get Hired!

via Angular Community Meetup

A strategic networking experience focused on transparency, real-time connection, and navigating the new world of AI-driven recruitment for developers and companies looking for Angular talent.

  • WHEN: Tuesday, April 28th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM MST
  • WHERE: Online event (Zoom)

Post SQLCon Ask Me Anything w/ SQL Engineering: SQL Community

via DBA Fundamentals Group

Literally – Ask us anything (about SQL or Azure). The event features Priya Sath, Bob Ward, Anna Hoffman, Borko Novakovic, Anitha Adusumilli, and Charles Webb.

  • WHEN: Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 12:00 PM
  • WHERE: Online event

Hands on + Prizes! GameDay with AWS User Group!

via Orlando Developers Meetup

Join the Orlando Devs and the AWS Users Group for an official AI-focused AWS GameDay experience. This is a hands-on, interactive, team-based event where you solve real-world cloud challenges in a live AWS environment. Top teams win prizes. It’s beginner-friendly, requiring only a charged laptop. Food and refreshments will be provided.

  • WHEN: Wednesday, Apr 8, 2026, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
  • WHERE: UCF Center for Emerging Media, 500 W. Livingston St · Orlando, FL

AWS GameDay – AI Edition (with HashiCorp + New Relic) – PRIZES

via Orlando AWS User Group

Join us for an official AI-focused AWS GameDay experience at Downtown UCF! It’s a hands-on, interactive, team-based experience where you solve real-world cloud challenges in a live AWS environment. You earn points, and the top 3 teams will win prizes courtesy of AWS, HashiCorp, and New Relic. This is a beginner-friendly event – even if you have never seen the AWS Console before, you have the chance to win. Strategy and problem-solving skills can trump AWS experience.

  • WHEN: Wednesday, Apr 8, 2026, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
  • WHERE: UCF Downtown, 500 W Livingston St · Orlando, FL

Book Launch And Live Game of Personality Poker

via ProductTank Orlando (Hosted by Curtis M.)

Join ProductTank Orlando for a book launch and live game of Personality Poker with serial innovation author Stephen Shapiro. Discover your innovation personality, learn how to maximize team potential, and explore the role of human perspective in an AI-driven world. Stephen will also be signing and giving away copies of his new book, “You’re Not Playing with a Full Deck.”

  • WHEN: Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM EDT
  • WHERE: Beep!, 13485 Veterans Way, Suite 110, Orlando, FL

1 Million Cups – Orlando Weekly Meetup

via Erik D. (1 Million Cups – Orlando)

A weekly educational meetup for entrepreneurs and small business supporters to share business ideas, receive feedback, and network. Created by the Kauffman Foundation.

  • WHEN: Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
  • WHERE: UCF Executive Development Center Downtown, 36 West Pine Street, Orlando, FL 32801

Coffee & WordPress at Foxtail Coffee – Howell Branch

via WordPress Orlando

A casual meetup for WordPress and WooCommerce users to discuss projects, ask questions, and get help from experts. Attendees are encouraged to bring their laptops for assistance and to support the venue by purchasing a drink or snack.

  • WHEN: Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM EDT
  • WHERE: Foxtail Coffee – Howell Branch, 2451 Howell Market Ln #1105 · Winter Park, FL

Make sure to check out InnovateOrlando.IO for more community connections, events, and conferences. Check out their website for event details. We appreciate the efforts of InnovateOrlando.IO to connect innovators with opportunity.

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