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december, 2019
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Inviting startups across the globe to redefine the guest and employee experiences with the renowned Melco Group! 🌏 To stay one step ahead and anticipate the ever-changing needs of the guests
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Inviting startups across the globe to redefine the guest and employee experiences with the renowned Melco Group! 🌏
To stay one step ahead and anticipate the ever-changing needs of the guests and employees, the entertainment and hospitality industry has to offer an ecosystem that creates exhilarating and engaging digital experiences as well as sustainable business growth.
As one of the largest entertainment and hospitality groups, Melco understands the value of innovating with disruptive startups. This year’s startup challenge is looking for startups across different industries with the opportunity to take away three POCs worth a total of up to USD 50,000!
Take part in the challenge by Friday, 20th December 2019 at 23:59 (GMT 8)!
Startups will need to submit a 10-slide PPT including their solution in one of the two tracks:
– Guest Experience & Loyalty
– Employee Experience & Efficiency
What is at stake?
Top participants will have the opportunity to win:
– Three Proof of Concepts worth a total of USD 50,000
– AWS Cloud credit
– Cash prizes
– Network with top management from Melco and AWS
Take part in the challenge today and become a driver in changing the entertainment and hospitality industry with one of its most exciting and distinguished leaders.
Time
November 8 (Friday) 12:00 am - December 20 (Friday) 12:00 am
Organizer
MELCOgregoire@agorize.com
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Code 102: Intro to Software Development Not sure where or how to start learning software development? Just want a little help getting ready for Code 201? Or maybe you’re discouraged by
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Code 102: Intro to Software Development
Not sure where or how to start learning software development? Just want a little help getting ready for Code 201? Or maybe you’re discouraged by the confusing interfaces, unclear error messages, and unexplained concepts of online coding tutorials.
If you’re ready to get unstuck and move beyond the concepts covered in Code 101, come work with experienced developers who can help guide you through your learning. Join us for Code 102! You’ll blast through the prework for Code 201 while getting a tour of the tools and techniques of modern developers.
View the Course Page »
Class meeting times:
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Monday – Thursday
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM on Saturday, 12/14
Outcomes:
At the end of this workshop, you will:
Complete the entirety of Code 201’s required prework.
Configure your computer and see the workflow for serious software development, with free and open-source tools.
Get introduced to programming concepts like variables, conditionals, and loops.
Be more prepared for the challenges ahead in Code 201, or in learning to code anywhere.
Have a wider network of new and experienced developers, and prepare your resume for all the awesome new skills you are about to learn.
Prerequisites:
Required: Computer updated with the latest version of OS, all security patches installed. See “Material Requirements” below.
Recommended: Code 101
Recommended: Be able to type at least 30 words per minute.
Topics:
Web Development
Tie together HTML, CSS, and JavaScript in an interactive web page.
Use the same tools utilized by professionals across the tech industry, right on your own laptop.
Learn the benefits of version control with Git.
JavaScript Programming
Variables & Storing Data
Conditionals
For Loops
Everything you need to know for the 201 Entrance Test.
Collaboration Time
Open time during each class session to work on independent and paired challenges.
Get help from an experienced instructor or teaching assistant.
Ask questions related to the code assignments, or programming in general.
Prepare for the career change with guided coaching on how to set up your resume.
Material Requirements:
You are required to supply your own laptop that meets the below requirements. Chromebooks are not suitable for this course since you can’t directly control installed software. You are responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of your computer throughout the course. The course will include a class session dedicated to configuring your computer to be ready for professional-grade software development.
64-bit Operating System, like macOS or Windows 10.
Fully up to date, with the latest version of the operating system and all security updates installed.
At least 50GB of free space on the hard drive.
At least 8GB of RAM. 16GB RAM strongly preferred.
Free of viruses, and in general working order.
By the first day of class you will also need:
The Web Design with HTML & CSS, JavaScript & jQuery book set by Jon Duckett
Professionalism:
Punctuality, participation in discussions, completion of assignments, and demonstration of professional courtesy to others are required. Attendance will be taken at the beginning of the workshop. Passing requires attendance to the full workshop. By signing up for this course, you agree to Code Fellows’ Code of Conduct.
Questions? Email seattle@codefellows.com
Time
9 (Monday) 6:30 pm - 20 (Friday) 9:00 pm
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Have a great idea? Want to start a company? Have you started a company but want to broaden your skill set? Join the Master of Science in Entrepreneurship team at
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Have a great idea? Want to start a company? Have you started a company but want to broaden your skill set? Join the Master of Science in Entrepreneurship team at the UW Foster School of Business for an informative session where you’ll learn about the details and benefits of this one-year, full-time master’s program.
Register at: https://foster.radiusbycampusmgmt.com/ssc/eform/N70I72fKN70kx6700tB4.ssc
If you aren’t available on this date, please reach out to us directly at msentre@uw.edu and we will be happy to set up a time to talk one on one.
Discover more at www.foster.uw.edu/startup
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(Tuesday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
10dec6:00 pm8:30 pmFeaturedNew Tech SeattleYour New Tech Community!
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More than just a meetup, we're a community that loves and supports people, the Northwest and tech. New Tech Seattle is breaking down the silos and bringing together the smart,
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More than just a meetup, we’re a community that loves and supports people, the Northwest and tech. New Tech Seattle is breaking down the silos and bringing together the smart, fun, creative people from across the full spectrum of the Seattle area tech community.
Time
(Tuesday) 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm PST
Location
Thinkspace South Lake Union
1700 Westlake Ave N Suite 200 · Seattle , wa
Organizer
New Tech Northwesthi@newtechnorthwest.com
10dec6:30 pm8:00 pmTaking on Money & Corporate Influence in Seattle Elections
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FREE EVENT! - TAKING ON MONEY & CORPORATE INFLUENCE IN SEATTLE ELECTIONS Join Seattle City Councilmember Lorena González and other special guests for an informative panel discussion on addressing money and
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FREE EVENT! – TAKING ON MONEY & CORPORATE INFLUENCE IN SEATTLE ELECTIONS
Join Seattle City Councilmember Lorena González and other special guests for an informative panel discussion on addressing money and corporate influence in local elections.
WHEN: December 10, 2019 @ 6:30-8 pm
WHERE: Seattle First Baptist Church, Fellowship Hall, 1111 Harvard Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
MODERATED BY:
Kirsten Harris-Talley, Former Seattle City Councilmember, Position 8
GUEST SPEAKERS & PANELISTS:
Seattle City Councilmember Lorena González
John Bonifaz, President of Free Speech for People
Ron Fein, Legal Director for Free Speech for People
Albert Alschuler, Law Professor & Legal Scholar
Cindy Black, Executive Director of Fix Democracy First
Sponsored by Fix Democracy First & the League of Women Voters of Seattle-King County
Time
(Tuesday) 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Organizer
Fix Democracy Firstcindy@fixdemocracyfirst.org
11dec6:00 pm8:00 pmYP Holiday PartyFrost and Flannel, Sip and Savor with WPC Young Professionals!
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Sip, Savor, and celebrate the season with WPC YP’s! During this season of giving, learn how the free market creates unique opportunities to serve communities and those in need. Hear from
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Sip, Savor, and celebrate the season with WPC YP’s!
During this season of giving, learn how the free market creates unique opportunities to serve communities and those in need. Hear from featured speaker Martin Barrett, founder of SOZO Gifts an award-winning and for-profit company fighting poverty.
*Wear your favorite flannel and bring your favorite book for our book exchange
*ticket includes food and drinks
*That’s right — WEAR YOUR FAVORITE FLANNEL and bring your favorite book for our book exchange. BEST FLANNEL outfit wins SOZO prize!
Time
(Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Downtown Seattle across from Olympic Sculpture Park
116 Elliott Ave. West
11dec6:00 pm9:00 pmFreeCodeCamp Seattle Community Coding Event
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Stay strong in December, and keep your coding momentum going. Grab your laptop, bring a project, and come over to thinkspace December 11th from 6-9pm. We'll learn together, keep each
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Stay strong in December, and keep your coding momentum going. Grab your laptop, bring a project, and come over to thinkspace December 11th from 6-9pm. We’ll learn together, keep each other company, and help each other move forward on our projects.
You’ll have access to mentors to lend a hand when you hit a blocker. We’ll have a room full of awesome new coders for you to meet and learn from. We’ll even have free pizza to keep those brain cells firing!
Please come out and code with us in December. Let’s learn and keep our coding muscles strong together!
Time
(Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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In response to your popular demand of our women in tech and diversity in tech events, we now have monthly Women & Diversity in Tech events! You’ll have deeper experiences
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In response to your popular demand of our women in tech and diversity in tech events, we now have monthly Women & Diversity in Tech events! You’ll have deeper experiences with monthly opportunities to connect to your peers, mentors, and influencers leading the way on building a more inclusive Seattle tech community.
It’s no secret, companies with more diversity, whether it’s racial, ethnic, or gender, perform better than those with less. We’re excited to invite you to learn about the difficulties, successes, and benefits of diversity in the tech industry, and what we can all do to ensure opportunities are available for all of us, and make diversity the standard, not the exception.
Join us to discover the people, organizations and ideas that are building inclusion in your Seattle tech community from startups to enterprise companies like Microsoft, ebay, Amazon and more. Come enjoy fun, light appetizers, beer, wine, great people and an interview with a DEI leader in your community!
Time
(Thursday) 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Galvanize Pioneer Square
111 S Jackson Street; Seattle, WA 98104
Organizer
New Tech Northwesthi@newtechnorthwest.com
13dec8:00 pm11:00 pmGuitarist Jason VieauxOpen bar classical music in SLU
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Hey Seattle, we’re Emerald City Music, the “beacon for the casual-classical movement presenting high-level musicians in a totally unstuffy environment” (CityArts Magazine). We’re the eclectic, open-bar destination for Seattle’s music
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Hey Seattle, we’re Emerald City Music, the “beacon for the casual-classical movement presenting high-level musicians in a totally unstuffy environment” (CityArts Magazine). We’re the eclectic, open-bar destination for Seattle’s music lovers to dive deep into the world’s biggest genre of music alongside an unbelievable cast of top-tier musicians.
A groundbreaking collaboration between Grammy-winning guitarist Jason Vieaux and Artistic Director violinist Kristin Lee.
PIAZZOLLA Histoire du Tango (Bordello, Café)
GIULIANI Gran Duetto Concertante
PAGANINI Cantabile
VARIOUS Selected Brazilian Tunes
FUNG Twist
METHENY Piece for Solo Guitar (Seattle Premiere)
PIAZZOLLA Histoire du Tango (Nightclub, Concert d’Aujourd’hui)
“Single-handedly raising Seattle’s profile in the classical music world, this series has major performers and composers in a chamber music setting. The venue, the back of a coffee and chocolate shop, increases the salon sensibility.” – ECM Audience member
Tickets: $45, includes open bar.
Students with valid ID: $10
www.emeraldcitymusic.org/concerts/
Time
(Friday) 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
14dec10:00 am12:00 pmHour of Code™ at Amazon.com
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Come join Seattle CoderDojo for a fun-filled Hour of Code™ event with fun computer programming tutorials, interactive toy demos, door prizes, and stickers. Admission is free, but you must register
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Come join Seattle CoderDojo for a fun-filled Hour of Code™ event with fun computer programming tutorials, interactive toy demos, door prizes, and stickers. Admission is free, but you must register for a ticket by Wednesday, December 11.
The Hour of Code is an annual tradition. Started in 2013, it’s an opportunity for children of school age (K-12) to enjoy one of a large number of fun computer programming lessons that take about an hour. Code.org provides the lessons and volunteer groups around the world help kids complete them.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Code 102: Intro to Software Development Not sure where or how to start learning software development? Just want a little help getting ready for Code 201? Or maybe you’re discouraged by
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Code 102: Intro to Software Development
Not sure where or how to start learning software development? Just want a little help getting ready for Code 201? Or maybe you’re discouraged by the confusing interfaces, unclear error messages, and unexplained concepts of online coding tutorials.
If you’re ready to get unstuck and move beyond the concepts covered in Code 101, come work with experienced developers who can help guide you through your learning. Join us for Code 102! You’ll blast through the prework for Code 201 while getting a tour of the tools and techniques of modern developers.
View the Course Page »
Class meeting times:
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM on Monday, Wednesday, & Friday (5/13, 5/15, 5/17)
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM on Saturday, 5/18
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM on Monday, Wednesday, & Friday (5/20, 5/22, 5/24)
Outcomes:
At the end of this workshop, you will:
Complete the entirety of Code 201’s required prework.
Configure your computer and see the workflow for serious software development, with free and open-source tools.
Get introduced to programming concepts like variables, conditionals, and loops.
Be more prepared for the challenges ahead in Code 201, or in learning to code anywhere.
Have a wider network of new and experienced developers, and prepare your resume for all the awesome new skills you are about to learn.
Prerequisites:
Required: Computer updated with the latest version of OS, all security patches installed. See “Material Requirements” below.
Recommended: Code 101
Recommended: Be able to type at least 30 words per minute.
Topics:
Web Development
Tie together HTML, CSS, and JavaScript in an interactive web page.
Use the same tools utilized by professionals across the tech industry, right on your own laptop.
Learn the benefits of version control with Git.
JavaScript Programming
Variables & Storing Data
Conditionals
For Loops
Everything you need to know for the 201 Entrance Test.
Collaboration Time
Open time during each class session to work on independent and paired challenges.
Get help from an experienced instructor or teaching assistant.
Ask questions related to the code assignments, or programming in general.
Prepare for the career change with guided coaching on how to set up your resume.
Material Requirements:
You are required to supply your own laptop that meets the below requirements. Chromebooks are not suitable for this course since you can’t directly control installed software. You are responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of your computer throughout the course. The course will include a class session dedicated to configuring your computer to be ready for professional-grade software development.
64-bit Operating System, like macOS or Windows 10.
Fully up to date, with the latest version of the operating system and all security updates installed.
At least 50GB of free space on the hard drive.
At least 8GB of RAM. 16GB RAM strongly preferred.
Free of viruses, and in general working order.
By the first day of class you will also need:
The Web Design with HTML & CSS, JavaScript & jQuery book set by Jon Duckett
Professionalism:
Punctuality, participation in discussions, completion of assignments, and demonstration of professional courtesy to others are required. Attendance will be taken at the beginning of the workshop. Passing requires attendance to the full workshop. By signing up for this course, you agree to Code Fellows’ Code of Conduct.
Questions? Email seattle@codefellows.com
Time
16 (Monday) 9:00 am - 20 (Friday) 4:00 pm
16dec5:00 pm7:00 pmStartup Accelerator Panel
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Meet: Luni Libes (Founder, Fledge Accelerator) and Isaac Kato (Managing Director, Techstars). Luni is a successful founder as is Isaac. You will also get a chance to ask them whatever else
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Meet:
Luni Libes (Founder, Fledge Accelerator) and Isaac Kato (Managing Director, Techstars). Luni is a successful founder as is Isaac. You will also get a chance to ask them whatever else you’d like to know.
Before Fledge, Luni was the co-founder or key executive at the Nimble Corp, 2Way and Medio Systems (acquired by Nokia).
Most recently, Isaac was the president of Mighty AI (acquired by Uber). Prior to that, he co-founded two successful enterprise software startups, personally raising $200 million . One was a acquired and the other is a global leader in the data center business. He’s also had stints as a venture capitalist at General Catalyst and Summit Partners, during which time oversaw several successful exits.
During the event we will also be passing around a laptop for everyone to sign in to so that they can further connect within the community. At the end of the event our attendees name, preferred method of contact, who they’d like to connect with and what they do is blasted out to our members. We also reach out to every guest who attends after to further facilitate and enhance everyone’s startup journey.
Questions, ideas or feedback? Call Vlad at:[masked]
Meet your fellow members before the event here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cofoundersconnect/
——— Attend the Event to ———
1) Meet and network with fellow co-founders who already have traction.
2) Learn how to get more clients for your startup and take it to the next level from entrepreneurs with proven track records.
3) Learn what other co-founders have done to gain traction Attire: Business Casual (which means you can wear jeans and a t-shirt if you want)
Schedule Start: 5:00 pm: Networking and Food 6:00 pm: Speakers & QA sessions 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm: Drinks and More networking
Address: 500 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109
Special Thanks To: Brett Greene, Rand Fishkin, Peter Chee, Red Russak, Zachary Cohn, Chris Devore, Tim Kitchen, Amyr Haq Sponsored By: Logic Inbound and BitTitan
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(Monday) 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
17dec5:30 pm8:00 pmFeaturedNew Tech EastsideYour New Tech Community!
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More than just a meetup, we're a community that loves and supports people, the Northwest and tech. New Tech Eastside is breaking down the silos and bringing together the smart,
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More than just a meetup, we’re a community that loves and supports people, the Northwest and tech. New Tech Eastside is breaking down the silos and bringing together the smart, fun, creative people from across the full spectrum of the Seattle area tech community.
Time
(Tuesday) 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm PST
Location
One Bellevue Center
411 108TH AVE NE, BELLEVUE, WA, 98004
Organizer
New Tech Northwesthi@newtechnorthwest.com
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Have a great idea? Want to start a company? Have you started a company but want to broaden your skill set? Join the Master of Science in Entrepreneurship team at
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Have a great idea? Want to start a company? Have you started a company but want to broaden your skill set? Join the Master of Science in Entrepreneurship team at the UW Foster School of Business for an informative online session where you’ll learn about the details and benefits of this one-year, full-time master’s program.
Register at: https://foster.radiusbycampusmgmt.com/ssc/eform/EC7k0rzx7k0kx67f3G4.ssc
If you aren’t available on this date, please reach out to us directly at msentre@uw.edu and we will be happy to set up a time to talk one on one.
Discover more at www.foster.uw.edu/startup
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(Wednesday) 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Join our community in celebrating the accomplishments of our 401 graduates while also getting an exclusive look at the projects that are created during a week-long development sprint. The group
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Join our community in celebrating the accomplishments of our 401 graduates while also getting an exclusive look at the projects that are created during a week-long development sprint. The group presentations will give you a great sense of the stories and backgrounds of the graduates coming out of Code Fellows, while also providing insights into the skill sets gained over the past 10 weeks. In just 5 days, these students plan, build, and launch an MVP to demonstrate their development capabilities.
There is no better way to be part of our community while also gaining early access to the talent from our program than joining for this event!
Time
(Friday) 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
