February 02, 2024 at 06:00 PM
Join me as we delve into the foundations of Flutter, Google's powerful UI toolkit, and Progressive Web Apps (PWAs), the cutting-edge technology reshaping user experiences.
In this enlightening session, we will navigate through the fundamental concepts of Flutter, unraveling its capabilities for crafting beautiful and responsive applications across platforms. Discover how Flutter's single codebase empowers developers to build natively compiled applications for mobile, web, and desktop.
As we venture further, we will demystify the world of Progressive Web Apps, exploring how this innovative approach combines the best of web and mobile experiences. Learn the essentials of transforming your Flutter applications into PWAs, unlocking the potential to reach a broader audience seamlessly.
Let’s build a small Flutter progressive web app that is also installable on a desktop and on a android device too!
January 19, 2024 at 06:00 PM
Infrastructure as Code, IaC, is vital to managing cloud environments, allowing developers to create the necessary infrastructure needed to run complex applications in the cloud. At this event we'll look at using the AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK) to develop, deploy, and update all of this infrastructure. We'll look at hosting a static website using AWS S3 and Cloudfront, and how we can use CDK to expand our infrastructure to create an API for our website.
Key takeaways for this event will include:
- Introduce Infrastructure as Code (IaC) basics
- Discuss options to install the Cloud Development Kit
- Write CDK code for hosting a website
- Deploy IaC application/website
Bring your laptop to follow along and learn from this expert in the field.
November 17, 2023 at 06:00 PM
We're back at it! It is the annual resume building workshop at the Tracy Developer Meetup!
Every year we meet to refresh our resumes and stay ahead of the game in case job opportunities in the technical space come around. It doesn't matter if you're looking for a job change or not, it is still valuable to be prepared.
What you'll need for this event:
- A few physical copies of your resume to share with the group.
- A digital copy of your resume to present to the group.
We don't often have recruiters show up to the group, but we've all been there when it comes to job hunting. This is meant to be a collaborative exercise to give you your best shot in the job market.
If you're nervous about your employer finding out that you're dusting off your resume, don't be. The Tracy Developer Meetup is a safe place!
October 28, 2023 at 08:00 AM
Join us at Modesto Junior College East Campus for a thrilling tech extravaganza! DevFest 2023 is the place to be for all tech enthusiasts, developers, and innovators. Get ready to dive into the latest trends, network with fellow techies, and gain valuable insights from industry experts. This in-person event will be held at the College Avenue location in Modesto, CA, USA. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your knowledge, discover new technologies, and have a blast with like-minded individuals. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable experience at DevFest 2023!
Why should you participate at DevFest?
- Learn from industry leaders and developers in your local area with hands-on workshops, live demos, and interactive sessions.
- Network with fellow developers, establish new connections, and grow your reputation in the developer community.
- Have fun on a Saturday at a FREE event in the Central Valley.
This is an all ages, family friendly event!
August 25, 2023 at 06:00 PM
Kubernetes (K8S) is an open-source system for automating deployment, scaling, and management of containers. In this hands-on workshop, we'll cover everything you need to sound smart at a job interview and begin your Kubernetes learning journey. Our journey will begin with explaining what Kubernetes is, and how application infrastructure evolved to get us to this point. We'll have hand-on demos that cover: building a container with our own code, deploying containers to a Kubernetes cluster, deploying complex applications with the Helm Package Manager, how people see our cluster with Kubernetes Networking, and other common Kubernetes API Objects.
Since this is a hands-on workshop, please bring a laptop or other computer capable of connecting to WiFi and connecting to a computer via SSH. The speaker will provide a work environment in the public cloud for all students.
July 14, 2023 at 06:00 PM
Unlocking the potential of Salesforce can lead to significant benefits for your business. This powerful cloud-based platform enables companies to manage their customer relationships, streamline operations, and make data-driven decisions. In this presentation, we'll provide you with a comprehensive overview of Salesforce and its key features. From managing leads and opportunities to tracking customer interactions, you'll learn how Salesforce can help your business achieve its goals.
In addition to the overview, we'll also provide a live demo that showcases Salesforce in action. This practical demonstration will give you a hands-on look at how Salesforce works and how it can be customized to meet the unique needs of your business. Whether you're new to Salesforce or looking to maximize its potential, this presentation is designed to help you unlock the full power of this innovative platform.
June 16, 2023 at 06:00 PM
In this workshop designed especially for kids, you'll get an introduction to the world of AI and discover how ChatGPT, D-ID, and DALL-E work. Through interactive demos and exercises, you'll learn how AI can help us solve real-world problems and see how these technologies are changing the world around us. Whether you're new to AI or already a fan, this workshop is a great opportunity to learn and have fun.
May 19, 2023 at 06:00 PM
Want to build applications using one of the most in-demand programming technologies available right now? C# and .NET might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but it is becoming increasingly popular with enterprise organizations.
So what does development look like with .NET and how can you be effective with modern databases and best practices?
In this session, we'll explore the following to get you on your way to being successful:
- An introduction to C# development.
- Interact with MongoDB using CRUD operations and aggregation pipelines.
- Explore serverless with Azure Functions and the C# runtime.
- Dabble with GraphQL using .NET.
Don't have a Windows computer? No problem because .NET Core works great on macOS and Linux!