Try something different, get some exercise, learn something new. If you can swim then we will teach you to snorkel and then hand you a stick so you can jump right into the action. Bring your bathing suit and let us know you are coming (we need your foot size for fins). We'll give you one on one lessons at what ever pace you are comfortable with. There is no cost while you are a novice. So RSVP for one of our  Thursday night meetups, 7:30-9PM at the Stratford YMCA. Call Jamie if you have question …

The Connecticut Java Users Group organizes monthly meetings on new and emerging Java technologies. It aims to help professionals stay abreat of the latest developments in Java and related open source projects. Meetings are free and open to the public. The group was initially founded in 2000 as a special interest group of the Connecticut Object Oriented Users Group. It is presently chaired by Ryan Cuprak who assumed leadering of the JUG in December of 2002.

A chance to meet new contacts, new friends and network with other tech folks in Connecticut. CreativeTech aims to serve the needs of the thousands of tech workers in Connecticut who seek chances to meet their technical brethren working throughout Connecticut. We're using the term "tech" loosely... If your profession has anything to do with technology you are welcome at this meetup! We're going to rotate the events throughout Connecticut so they are convenient for everyone at one time or another. …

This meetup is intended to facilitate free events for people in the Long Island area interested in coworking. Coworking is a personal choice for independent workers to share workspace and resources with other like-minded professionals. Coworking has become an appealing lifestyle choice for many app/software developers, freelancers, entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses around the world. This group will have many free coworking events in a professional environment. Events will include wor …

We, newhaven.rb, are a group of people living in and around New Haven, CT brought together by shared interest in the Ruby Programming Language. We come from all different professions and occupations to share our knowledge of Ruby and learn from one another. If you're interested in joining us to learn about Ruby or just hang out with fellow enthusiasts, follow us on Twitter @newhavenrb, join our discussion list, or find us on irc #newhavenrb to get in touch. Our normal schedule is to meet on the …

Welcome to the Long Island Rails Road Meetup Group!

For startup entrepreneurs who are passionate about developing customers and markets in a disciplined, iterative, and measured way. The Lean Startup is a trademark and service mark owned by Eric Ries.

Welcome to the Greater Hartford Python Group! Learn Python. Or, learn more Python. Join us and become a more effective software architect and developer! Welcome to the Greater Hartford Python Group--where you will meet fellow software and Python enthusiasts and professionals--as we work to build and strengthen the community of software architects and developers; Python and Python-based application developers, architects and designers; and other computing technologists in Connecticut. Python is a …

A monthly gathering of techies around Hartford. Nerds, creatives, entrepreneurs, and investors welcome! We hope to create a community similar to the NY, NJ Tech Meetup groups, without the long drive for those who live and work in between the metro areas. We want to bring Hartford students and faculty together with experienced professionals so they can benefit from each other's advice, knowledge, experience, perspective, and energy. Each meeting should have some demos, a group discussion about a …

We're working on creating a hackerspace in Danbury, Connecticut and are looking for interesting people to help.

The purpose of this meeting is to create a place where people who already work in the mobile field, or those who want to get involved in mobile development, can come and tinker with like minded people. If you are a developer and are unsure how you can migrate your skills into the mobile space, come and speak with people who have managed this transition. The group holds workshops on the different mobile environments and on APIs that are available to access data from many website. The group will h …

This is a group for designers and developers who make their living building websites using WordPress and other PHP based Open Source Software in the New Haven Shoreline area. The purpose of the group is to create a strong community of WordPress developers to share information, experiences and support. Discuss the issues involved in running a web design/ development business, the various ways WordPress can be used as a Blog, CMS or otherwise manipulated into something unusual. As well as talk abo …

This group will be a haven for DIY and Open Source software/hardware enthusiasts to learn new things, make cool projects and share their skills/knowledge.  The only requirement to join the group is the ability to learn new things. Expect classes in  LAMP programming, Arduino, PCB Design (Eagle), lockpicking, beer brewing, soldering, painting, drawing, silkscreening and a whole lot more .

This group is for Long Island, NY area startup entrepreneurs who are interested in following and developing thier businesses around the principles of Lean Startup. Learn to develop a customer centered business in a disciplined, iterative, and measured way. The Lean Startup is a trademark and service mark owned by Eric Ries

This is the core meetup for The Stamford Innovation Center the entrepreneurial hub of Stamford, CT located in Stamford's iconic Old Town Hall.  www.stamfordinnovationcenter.com Mission Our vision is to create a physical location to support the growing and diverse group of start-ups that are sprouting up all over Metro NYC and Southwestern CT. Our sole objective is to create an environment where entrepreneurs can tap into the deep Expertise, enthusiastic Talent, proven Service Providers and exper …

This group is for all computer enthusiasts living in the greater Danbury CT area. Find out about upcoming meeting held by DACS, the "Danbury Area Computer Society". DACS welcomes anyone interested in computing, be they novices, intermediate or experienced users. Free monthly meetings include networking opportunities, a Q&A session as well as a presentation by experts in computer-related fields. Members of DACS enjoy many resources such as access to monthly computer-related classes (Special inter …

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Coming in January 2013! Refresh CT is a monthly "show-and-tell" event for people who create things for the web. Refresh is open to anyone who creates things on the web. Web designers, developers, copywriters, illustrators and more are welcome to attend. The only catch is you have to participate if you attend. Share something with the group that inspires you. Could be anything from a project you're working on to something cool you read about recently and want to try. Everyone will have 2 minutes …

The Connecticut PC Users Group is a non-profit, volunteer organization formed initially to share information related to the use of PC's and now includes Apple, as well as all other digital devices, software and services. It has been in existence since 1981. The group meets at 6:30pm at the Silver Star Diner in Norwalk on the fourth Tuesday of each month (except December). Meetings are open to the public and there is no charge to attend. Meetings begin with a welcome and announcements, followed b …

This group is for people interested in the Scala programming language and related projects like the Play web framework. We can meetup and help each other learn. I'm not sure about the format yet, but we could have mini presentations or classes, discussions, study halls, share code, etc.

Danbury.rb (http://danburyrb.org) is a social group for people interested in the Ruby programming language and Ruby on Rails framework living in and around Danbury CT, Fairfield County, and surrounding areas in Connecticut and New York. Our group consists of a variety of professionals and hobbyists who enjoy coming together to share knowledge and learn from one another. Our intention is to bring together everyone in the area for a variety of group discussions, hack nights, and social events.

This is a group for motivated people looking to share ideas, networking and explore opportunities with local talent to create new software and application products to make a concept become reality. Become part of a cohesive team or find the resources you need that will build a team to accomplish a common vision.

This is a group to bring together the people with the tech know-how and the people with the great ideas. We all know that all the great website started with collaboration from the tech people and the idea people. So, if you're a developer looking to be part of the next 'big idea' or you are the person with the next 'big idea' but need to find the right programmer.. this is the place

Welcome to Tex Mex Technology Pros of LI This is a group for technology leaders and pros . CIO, CTO, MIS, APP Designers, Network Engineers,  People looking to meet other people in their field and have a good time. Once a Month we meet, and discuss important industry changes and developments. This group is about knowledge sharing and idea growth and most of all having fun while meeting new people. Please only attend if you are a technology leader and are intersted in learning and helping others l …

"I need to learn to program" "I've tried to learn to code before-- and it all seemed over my head" "I've got a great idea for a business, but no one to develop it" "I want to learn to develop mobile apps, but can't go back to college" "I want to learn the latest techniques for the web" "I love to play video games-- How do I develop them?" If any of these statements resonate, you need to check out ByteOverflow CT, a community of people learning web, mobile and game development skills together in …