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Foundry IQ
Join us Tuesday, February 10th, as we explore Foundry IQ and how it enables the next generation of AI agents with enterprise-ready Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).

Schedule
5:45 PM — Doors open
6:00 PM — Food, drinks, and networking
6:30 PM — Presentation begins

About This Session
In this session, we are going to explore Foundry IQ, the next generation of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) that provides AI agents with a unified knowledge layer enriched with enterprise context. Built on Azure AI Search, Foundry IQ simplifies agent development by connecting multiple knowledge sources through a single API, offering automatic indexing, advanced AI-driven retrieval, and enterprise-grade security with fine-grained access control.

Speaker
Talles Valiatti is a Microsoft MVP, Solution Architect, and .NET developer with experience in cloud solution architecture. He frequently speaks at events in both Brazil and the US about these technologies and is passionate about innovation and the tech community.

Location
Marathon Consulting (2nd Floor)
Plenty of free parking is available behind the building. If you're arriving later, the doors may be locked—check the sign on the door for instructions on how to get in.

Details
Food and drinks will be provided. This event is free and open to all skill levels.

Come join us @ Commence in Virginia Beach on February 10th, 2026 from 6:00PM - 8:30PM ET! The address is 585 London Bridge Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454.

We will be providing some food and refreshments, but you are welcome
to bring your own meal as well.

Speakers & Presentations to be announced

We're looking forward to seeing the same awesome faces and hopefully some new ones too!

We appreciate Commence helping us out and providing a great meeting space!

Our next social event will be at Longboards Williamsburg Dining & Tiki Bar in Premium Outlets, in the former location of Oceans & Ales.

As a reminder, we are still looking for a speaker at our May technical presentation.

Upcoming schedule:

March 11, 6:30 PM - Williamsburg Library, Conference Room B.
Alex Podyachev will discuss quantum computing.

April 8, 6:00 PM - Social Event

May 13, 6:30 PM - Williamsburg Library, Conference Room B.
Technical Presentation

June 10, 6:00 PM - Social Event

July 8, 6:30 PM - Williamsburg Library, Conference Room B.
Kelly Shaw will discuss AI programming vs. human programmers.

August 12, 6:00 PM - Social Event

September 9, 6:30 PM - Williamsburg Library, Conference Room B.
Technical Presentation

October 14, 6:00 PM - Social Event

November 10, 6:30 PM - Williamsburg Library, Conference Room B.
(Note this is a Tuesday, since the library is closed on Veterans Day.)
Technical Presentation

December 9, 6:00 PM - Social Event

From Intelligence to Authority: Securing AI in 2026

Why AI makes security architecture more important, not less.

This is a live, digital-only event focused on how AI is reshaping cybersecurity, identity, and enterprise architecture. No in-person attendance. Join from anywhere.

As AI systems become embedded into security workflows, identity systems, and automation pipelines, the real risk isn’t that AI might be wrong. The real risk is giving a probabilistic system authority in places that require certainty.

This session reframes AI security from “model safety” to architecture safety.

We’ll explore how trust, identity, governance, and control planes must evolve as intelligence becomes non-deterministic.

If you work in cybersecurity, cloud, or engineering, this is how you stay ahead of the threat landscape going into 2026.

Join Andrew Stafford for a practical, architect-level breakdown of what secure AI systems must look like at enterprise scale.

🔍 What You’ll Learn

Why AI changes the fundamentals of security architecture
How probabilistic systems break assumptions behind IAM, RBAC, and traditional controls.

The real AI threat model for 2026
Prompt injection, over-permissioned agents, shadow AI, and why these are architectural failures, not model failures.

Why AI must never sit in the authority path
The critical boundary between planning, policy, and execution.

The control plane vs data plane model for AI security
Where AI belongs, where it must never go, and how this separation prevents catastrophic failure.

Plan → Verify → Execute: the secure AI pattern
How AI proposes, security decides, and systems act.

AI agents as identities
Why agents must be treated like PAM workloads with strict scoping, short-lived credentials, and approval paths.

Guardrails that actually work
Where enforcement must happen:

• Before retrieval
• Before execution
• Before data leaves your system

What “explainability” really means in enterprise security
Not how the model thinks, but why the system acted.

How secure systems should fail
Loss of intelligence is acceptable. Loss of control is not.
You’ll leave with a new mental model for designing AI systems that are controllable, auditable, and defensible.

🎙️ Your speaker

Andrew Stafford
Co-Lead of The AI Collective Hampton Roads
25+ years across cybersecurity, cloud, and AI architecture including work with Amazon, NASA, healthcare platforms, and enterprise security systems.
Specializes in designing AI systems that remain secure, explainable, and governable at scale.

Who should attend?

• Cybersecurity professionals
• Cloud & platform engineers
• Identity & IAM architects
• Security leaders and CISOs
• AI engineers building production systems
• Anyone responsible for deploying AI in regulated or high-trust environments

Why this matters

We’re entering an era where intelligence is cheap and uncertainty is embedded into systems.
Security can no longer assume:

• Deterministic logic
• Predictable behavior
• Clear trust boundaries

AI forces us to move from trusting intelligence to controlling authority.
This talk shows how to build AI systems that can:

• Be paused
• Be explained
• Be audited
• Be contained

Because in 2026, the most valuable AI systems won’t be the smartest.
They’ll be the ones that remain safe when something goes wrong.

Organizers & Partners

Organizers
The AI Collective Hampton Roads

Platinum partner
TechArk Solutions
Regent University

Silver partner
Assembly Norfolk
TEKsystems

Space partner
757 Collab

Our parent org
The AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 100,000+ pioneers – founders, researchers, operators, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events, workshops, and community-led research, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust, openness, and human flourishing

All attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective are subject to our Code of Conduct**.

From 6-9pm for a night of networking and fun at The OV Beach Tavern located in Ocean View, Norfolk. Happy hour is till 8pm with fantastic deals, check the 2nd image for details.

Connect with fellow tech enthusiasts, Information Security, and Cybersecurity professionals in a relaxed atmosphere. Share ideas, make new friends, and enjoy delicious drinks and snacks. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your professional circle and have a great time!

Free tickets and further details are available at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980179496178

Come join us either in person or virtually to learn the basics of Android App development

Zoom Link: TBA

IN PERSON MEETING!!!!!
As SaaS platforms grow through acquisitions, identity data often becomes fragmented across multiple databases and user stores, leading to inconsistent access controls, operational complexity, and security risk. This session presents a real-world case study of consolidating authentication and authorization into a centralized, SQL Server–backed identity platform used across multiple products.

The solution combined OpenID Connect and OAuth 2.0 with a central identity database, token-time claim enrichment, and event-driven replication to maintain data consistency while supporting near-zero-downtime migrations. The talk focuses on how SQL Server was used to model users, roles, and permissions; support reliable change propagation; and enable auditing, deprovisioning, and session management at scale.

Attendees will learn practical lessons around schema design, transactional consistency, asynchronous replication, and operational monitoring for identity data. The techniques discussed apply broadly to any system where correctness, availability, and security depend on a well-designed and highly reliable SQL Server data layer.

Hear the latest updates directly from the SQL engineering team, with two expert‑led sessions spotlighting new capabilities and practical guidance for Azure Data Community members.
During this session we will cover:

• Modernizing SQL : End to End Migration journey in Azure Arc
• New enhancements in SQL Linux

Anitha Adusumilli / Sudhir Raparla - Modernizing SQL : End to End Migration journey in Azure Arc
Tejas Shah/Amit Khandelwal - New enhancements in SQL Linux

Using AI to Think Like a Successful Entrepreneur

An AI-powered ideation, research, and validation workshop

Building ideas is easy. Proving they matter is hard.

This hands-on workshop is designed to help you use AI as a thinking partner to move faster from vague ideas to clearer, validated directions. Instead of guessing or relying on gut instinct alone, you will learn practical ways to use AI to challenge assumptions, explore markets, and pressure-test ideas before you invest too much time or energy.
This session focuses on how founders, builders, and teams can use AI to think more clearly, ask better questions, and make more informed decisions. No hype. No pitch decks. Just practical frameworks you can apply right away.

🔍 What you’ll learn

• How to use AI to generate and refine early-stage ideas
• Turning assumptions into research questions instead of guesses
• Exploring customer and market perspectives with AI support
• Simple validation techniques you can use immediately
• How to move from intuition-driven thinking to evidence-informed decisions

This is not about memorizing prompts or chasing tools. It is about learning how to think better with AI in the loop.

🧠 Your facilitators
Andrew Stafford is a Fractional Chief AI Officer and Director of Technology and Global Alliances at The AI Collective. He works with executive teams to establish clear ownership of AI decisions, focus on real ROI, and avoid unnecessary risk, tool sprawl, and hype-driven strategy.

Ted Patterson is a Product and GTM Engineer at Reelist and a founding leader of The AI Collective Hampton Roads. With nearly 20 years of experience across product, research, design, and systems, he focuses on turning complex ideas into testable hypotheses, clear narratives, and practical next steps.

Together, Andrew and Ted will guide you through an end-to-end ideation, research, and validation flow that blends strategic thinking with hands-on experimentation.

👥 Who should attend?

• Founders and early-stage startup teams
• Product managers, designers, and engineers
• No-code and automation builders
• Researchers and analysts
• Students and career switchers exploring entrepreneurship
• Anyone curious about using AI to think more clearly about ideas and markets

No prior AI experience required.

⚡ Why this matters
AI is changing how ideas are formed, tested, and funded. The real advantage is not knowing more tools. It is knowing how to ask better questions, challenge assumptions earlier, and validate faster.
This session is about building that muscle.

ℹ️ FAQs
Is there free parking?
Yes. There is plenty of free parking available on the ECPI University campus.

Is this event free?
Yes. Space is limited, so please RSVP and cancel if your plans change.

Will food or drinks be provided?
Light snacks and drinks will be available.

🤝 Organizers & partners
​
Organizers
The AI Collective Hampton Roads

​Platinum partners
TechArk
Regent University
ECPI University

​Silver partners
TEKsystems
Assembly

​Space partner
757 Collab
The Hive by Virginia Beach
NSU Innovation Center

🌍 ​Our parent org
The AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 150,000+ pioneers – founders, researchers, operators, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events, workshops, and community-led research, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust, openness, and human flourishing.

All attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally, by registering for this event, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.

NEW LOCATION: Smarthmouth Brewing Co. - Oceanfront
Third Thursday Each Month

Our bitcoin open discussion meet up. Great time for anyone to ask questions or start a discussion! Usually multiple conversions end up splitting off.

All are welcome! See you there!

Attention Information Security and Cybersecurity Professionals!
Are you looking to meet new people who share your interests? Whether you're thinking about entering cybersecurity, have recently entered the field, or are a seasoned professional, we welcome all to join us for an evening of networking, learning, and fun.
Why Attend?
Enjoy a night out at the cozy and welcoming Neat Bird in Chesapeake, where you can connect with like-minded individuals. We love bringing people together to share insights and build lasting connections. Join us for some beers—or not, if that's your preference. Our goal is to help you forge meaningful relationships in the cybersecurity community.
About ISSA-HR
The Information Systems Security Association of Hampton Roads (ISSA-HR) hosts social events throughout the region, providing a space for cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts to get together, share stories, learn new information, and meet new people. With years of cybersecurity expertise, ISSA-HR is committed to promoting the industry and nurturing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

RSVP now and bring a friend! We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: Neat Bird, 565 Belaire Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Yolo Everybody! HRDevFest 2026 is on Friday, February 27th, get your tickets at www.hrdevfest.org! Kicking off the week, we're going to do an HRDevFest Pre-Show! What will happen at the Pre-Show? No one knows, you'll have to come to find out. We'll have a chance to hang out, talk about new JavaScript trends, and be open for anyone who's interested in web development. All skill levels welcome! The 757Dev Community means a lot to me, and I thank each of you for your support. 🖖

As always, HUGE thanks to Assembly for hosting.
Learn more about the amenities and community of Assembly at https://www.assemblynfk.com/

Street parking is free after 6 pm. From 6:30-7:00 pm, we will have someone at the door to let you in. After 7, message the #javascript channel on 757Dev Slack. We meet in the Fur Room on the 4th floor.

Do you work with technology or for a tech company? Do you speak geek? Come network with other technology industry workers for a casual, conversational happy hour.

This meetup is loosely organized, but very consistently scheduled. If you want to meet up somewhere else, share it in the #peninsula channel at 757dev.org Slack, or in the comments.

Information Security and Cybersecurity professionals, come out and meet some new people. Have a night out on the town. Meet new people with similar interests. We love connecting with people who have similar interests. Whether you thinking about entering cybersecurity, recently entered, or seasoned, we welcome all to come out and drink some beers with us, or not drink with us. We want to meet you, to meet new people. We had enough of the virtual world with covid. Lets get back out and start meeting people again.

The Information Systems Security Association of Hampton Roads (ISSA-HR) is setting up social events throughout Hampton Roads to give Cyber Security Professionals and those interested in the subject a place to: Get Together, Share Stories, Learn Information, Meet New People.
ISSA-HR has years of Cyber Security knowledge that we are happy to give. Our organization is here to promote Cyber Security and bring up the next generation of Cyber Security Professionals.

Location: The Casual Pint: 3380 Princess Anne Rd, Ste 111, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Meet people and pick up your weekly groceries.

🤝 A casual networking hangout in the grocery store cafe
​Chats, connections, & grocery carts is a relaxed, social-first networking event for curious, friendly people across Hampton Roads who enjoy good conversation and knocking out life errands at the same time.

This is not a lecture.
This is not a pitch night.
And you definitely do not need to “prepare” anything.

It is simply a low-pressure space to meet new people, have real conversations, and casually connect while wandering the aisles and picking up your weekly groceries.

Whether you are deeply into AI and automation, adjacent to tech and creativity, or just someone who enjoys thoughtful conversations with interesting humans, you belong here.

✨ What to expect

• ​Casual, open networking with a mix of builders, creatives, technologists, founders, students, and professionals
• ​Easy, organic conversations while shopping at your own pace
• ​Light, optional conversation prompts to help break the ice if you want them
• ​No presentations, no panels, no pressure to “network correctly”
• ​A friendly, welcoming environment for all backgrounds and experience levels
• ​Come as you are. Grab a cart or a basket. Pick up dinner for the week. Meet a few new people along the way.

​👥 Who should attend
​Chats, connections, & grocery carts is for:

• ​People who enjoy meeting others without forced networking vibes
• Builders, creatives, technologists, and curious minds
• AI, automation, no-code, and tech-adjacent folks
• Students and career switchers exploring what is next
• Founders, consultants, operators, and professionals
• Anyone who likes good conversation and low-stakes socializing
• ​If you enjoy thoughtful chats and meeting people in unexpected places, you will fit right in.

🏪 Why a grocery store

• ​You were probably going to the store anyway.
• ​Hosting this event in a grocery store keeps things human, practical, and approachable. It removes the pressure of traditional networking and turns it into something simple, efficient, and a little fun.
• ​Two errands. One cart.

💡 Why this event exists
​Community grows best in relaxed, everyday spaces.

Chats, Connections, & Grocery Carts exists to create an easy, human-centered way for people to connect without titles, talks, or expectations. It is about building relationships, sharing ideas naturally, and strengthening the local community one conversation at a time.

Come say hi. Leave with groceries. Make a few new connections along the way.

ℹ️ Other bits of info & FAQs

• This is a free community event
• Drinks or food are available for purchase depending on the venue
• Photos or videos may be taken for community and marketing purposes
• Come solo or bring a friend
• ​​​Is there free parking in the area? Yes. If you can’t snag a spot in their parking lot, feel free to park somewhere close by along a side street. There’s usually lots of space.
• ​​​Is this free?
  Yes, but space is limited. Make sure to RSVP

🤝 Organizers & partners
​
Organizers
The AI Collective Hampton Roads

​Platinum partners
TechArk
Regent University
ECPI University

​Silver partners
TEKsystems
Assembly

​Space partner
757 Collab
The Hive by Virginia Beach
NSU Innovation Center

🌍 ​Our parent org
The AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 150,000+ pioneers – founders, researchers, operators, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events, workshops, and community-led research, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust, openness, and human flourishing.

All attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our privacy policy and are subject to our code of conduct. Additionally, by registering for this event, you agree to The AI Collective Hampton Roads chapter photo & video policy.

The Williamsburg Software Developers Group is serving as a Community Partner to DeveloperWeek 2026. Our logo is posted on the Community Partners web page. Our members are eligible for free OPEN passes to the conference.

The in-person conference in San Jose, CA is February 18-20. The virtual conference, DeveloperWeek Global, is March 4. The website and schedule for the virtual conference are still under development. Note that times on the web site are listed in Pacific time, so add three hours for our time.

Register now to get your free OPEN Pass ($195 value). You must register at the link below (and not just indicate that you are attending here on Meetup):

https://link.devnetwork.com/XZ23isaA

Bitcoin education / presentation / workshop meetup.

12/3/25 - Bitcoin Holidays and Landmark Events: Celebrating the Journey
11/5/25 - Building a BTC community starter deck
9/3/25 - When Robots Start Paying Each Other- Machine to Machine Bitcoin Payments
8/6/25 - The Internet Computer (ICP)- cloud provider, OS, and IDE - A Bitcoin L2 or Shitcoin?
7/2/25 - Hyperbitcoinization: The Path to Bitcoin as Global Money
6/4/25 - Bringing Bitcoin to VB
5/7/25 - Bitcoin is NOT risky
4/2/25 - Bitcoin Fixes This
3/5/25 - STOP GIVING YOUR MONEY AWAY!!
2/5/25 - You Can Hold Bitcoin In A Safe - Bitcoin Self Custody
1/8/25 - Bitcoin and Goal Setting
12/4/24 - The Bitcoin Network: Nodes, Miners, Users
11/6/24 - Your wallet is not a wallet: Understanding bitcoin wallets, keys, addresses and UTXOs
9/4/24 - Bitcoin through memetic bell curves
7/3/24 - Hayek
6/5/24 - Presentation on preparing for, surviving and embracing volatility

Attention Information Security and Cybersecurity Professionals!
Are you looking to meet new people who share your interests? Whether you're thinking about entering cybersecurity, have recently entered the field, or are a seasoned professional, we welcome all to join us for an evening of networking, learning, and fun.
Why Attend?
Enjoy a night out at the cozy and welcoming Neat Bird in Chesapeake, where you can connect with like-minded individuals. We love bringing people together to share insights and build lasting connections. Join us for some beers—or not, if that's your preference. Our goal is to help you forge meaningful relationships in the cybersecurity community.
About ISSA-HR
The Information Systems Security Association of Hampton Roads (ISSA-HR) hosts social events throughout the region, providing a space for cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts to get together, share stories, learn new information, and meet new people. With years of cybersecurity expertise, ISSA-HR is committed to promoting the industry and nurturing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

RSVP now and bring a friend! We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: Neat Bird, 565 Belaire Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Kotlin has emerged as a compelling choice for both Android and backend development, offering a modern language with strong null-safety, concise syntax, and excellent interoperability with Java. In this meetup, we'll explore the key advantages that drive teams to adopt Kotlin—from improved developer productivity and safer Android apps to structured concurrency with coroutines on the backend. We'll highlight how Kotlin aligns with today's Android ecosystem, integrates with popular backend frameworks, and enables cleaner, more maintainable code across platforms. At the same time, adopting Kotlin is not without challenges. We'll take an honest look at the tradeoffs, including learning curve considerations, build performance, interoperability friction with legacy Java code, and operational concerns in backend systems. Through a retrospective lens, this talk will share practical lessons learned and guidance on when Kotlin is the right choice—and when it may not be—helping attendees make informed decisions for their Android and server-side projects.

This is a Hybrid event, you can also attend virtually using this link: TBA

NEW LOCATION: Smarthmouth Brewing Co. - Oceanfront
Third Thursday Each Month

Our bitcoin open discussion meet up. Great time for anyone to ask questions or start a discussion! Usually multiple conversions end up splitting off.

All are welcome! See you there!

From 6-9pm for a night of networking and fun at The OV Beach Tavern located in Ocean View, Norfolk. Happy hour is till 8pm with fantastic deals, check the 2nd image for details.

Connect with fellow tech enthusiasts, Information Security, and Cybersecurity professionals in a relaxed atmosphere. Share ideas, make new friends, and enjoy delicious drinks and snacks. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your professional circle and have a great time!

Free tickets and further details are available at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980179496178

Information Security and Cybersecurity professionals, come out and meet some new people. Have a night out on the town. Meet new people with similar interests. We love connecting with people who have similar interests. Whether you thinking about entering cybersecurity, recently entered, or seasoned, we welcome all to come out and drink some beers with us, or not drink with us. We want to meet you, to meet new people. We had enough of the virtual world with covid. Lets get back out and start meeting people again.

The Information Systems Security Association of Hampton Roads (ISSA-HR) is setting up social events throughout Hampton Roads to give Cyber Security Professionals and those interested in the subject a place to: Get Together, Share Stories, Learn Information, Meet New People.
ISSA-HR has years of Cyber Security knowledge that we are happy to give. Our organization is here to promote Cyber Security and bring up the next generation of Cyber Security Professionals.

Location: The Casual Pint: 3380 Princess Anne Rd, Ste 111, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Do you work with technology or for a tech company? Do you speak geek? Come network with other technology industry workers for a casual, conversational happy hour.

This meetup is loosely organized, but very consistently scheduled. If you want to meet up somewhere else, share it in the #peninsula channel at 757dev.org Slack, or in the comments.

Bitcoin education / presentation / workshop meetup.

12/3/25 - Bitcoin Holidays and Landmark Events: Celebrating the Journey
11/5/25 - Building a BTC community starter deck
9/3/25 - When Robots Start Paying Each Other- Machine to Machine Bitcoin Payments
8/6/25 - The Internet Computer (ICP)- cloud provider, OS, and IDE - A Bitcoin L2 or Shitcoin?
7/2/25 - Hyperbitcoinization: The Path to Bitcoin as Global Money
6/4/25 - Bringing Bitcoin to VB
5/7/25 - Bitcoin is NOT risky
4/2/25 - Bitcoin Fixes This
3/5/25 - STOP GIVING YOUR MONEY AWAY!!
2/5/25 - You Can Hold Bitcoin In A Safe - Bitcoin Self Custody
1/8/25 - Bitcoin and Goal Setting
12/4/24 - The Bitcoin Network: Nodes, Miners, Users
11/6/24 - Your wallet is not a wallet: Understanding bitcoin wallets, keys, addresses and UTXOs
9/4/24 - Bitcoin through memetic bell curves
7/3/24 - Hayek
6/5/24 - Presentation on preparing for, surviving and embracing volatility

Attention Information Security and Cybersecurity Professionals!
Are you looking to meet new people who share your interests? Whether you're thinking about entering cybersecurity, have recently entered the field, or are a seasoned professional, we welcome all to join us for an evening of networking, learning, and fun.
Why Attend?
Enjoy a night out at the cozy and welcoming Neat Bird in Chesapeake, where you can connect with like-minded individuals. We love bringing people together to share insights and build lasting connections. Join us for some beers—or not, if that's your preference. Our goal is to help you forge meaningful relationships in the cybersecurity community.
About ISSA-HR
The Information Systems Security Association of Hampton Roads (ISSA-HR) hosts social events throughout the region, providing a space for cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts to get together, share stories, learn new information, and meet new people. With years of cybersecurity expertise, ISSA-HR is committed to promoting the industry and nurturing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

RSVP now and bring a friend! We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: Neat Bird, 565 Belaire Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

NEW LOCATION: Smarthmouth Brewing Co. - Oceanfront
Third Thursday Each Month

Our bitcoin open discussion meet up. Great time for anyone to ask questions or start a discussion! Usually multiple conversions end up splitting off.

All are welcome! See you there!

From 6-9pm for a night of networking and fun at The OV Beach Tavern located in Ocean View, Norfolk. Happy hour is till 8pm with fantastic deals, check the 2nd image for details.

Connect with fellow tech enthusiasts, Information Security, and Cybersecurity professionals in a relaxed atmosphere. Share ideas, make new friends, and enjoy delicious drinks and snacks. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your professional circle and have a great time!

Free tickets and further details are available at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980179496178

Do you work with technology or for a tech company? Do you speak geek? Come network with other technology industry workers for a casual, conversational happy hour.

This meetup is loosely organized, but very consistently scheduled. If you want to meet up somewhere else, share it in the #peninsula channel at 757dev.org Slack, or in the comments.

Information Security and Cybersecurity professionals, come out and meet some new people. Have a night out on the town. Meet new people with similar interests. We love connecting with people who have similar interests. Whether you thinking about entering cybersecurity, recently entered, or seasoned, we welcome all to come out and drink some beers with us, or not drink with us. We want to meet you, to meet new people. We had enough of the virtual world with covid. Lets get back out and start meeting people again.

The Information Systems Security Association of Hampton Roads (ISSA-HR) is setting up social events throughout Hampton Roads to give Cyber Security Professionals and those interested in the subject a place to: Get Together, Share Stories, Learn Information, Meet New People.
ISSA-HR has years of Cyber Security knowledge that we are happy to give. Our organization is here to promote Cyber Security and bring up the next generation of Cyber Security Professionals.

Location: The Casual Pint: 3380 Princess Anne Rd, Ste 111, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Bitcoin education / presentation / workshop meetup.

12/3/25 - Bitcoin Holidays and Landmark Events: Celebrating the Journey
11/5/25 - Building a BTC community starter deck
9/3/25 - When Robots Start Paying Each Other- Machine to Machine Bitcoin Payments
8/6/25 - The Internet Computer (ICP)- cloud provider, OS, and IDE - A Bitcoin L2 or Shitcoin?
7/2/25 - Hyperbitcoinization: The Path to Bitcoin as Global Money
6/4/25 - Bringing Bitcoin to VB
5/7/25 - Bitcoin is NOT risky
4/2/25 - Bitcoin Fixes This
3/5/25 - STOP GIVING YOUR MONEY AWAY!!
2/5/25 - You Can Hold Bitcoin In A Safe - Bitcoin Self Custody
1/8/25 - Bitcoin and Goal Setting
12/4/24 - The Bitcoin Network: Nodes, Miners, Users
11/6/24 - Your wallet is not a wallet: Understanding bitcoin wallets, keys, addresses and UTXOs
9/4/24 - Bitcoin through memetic bell curves
7/3/24 - Hayek
6/5/24 - Presentation on preparing for, surviving and embracing volatility

IN PERSON MEETING!!!!! (PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE FOR THIS MEETING ONLY)
Organizations handle increasing amounts of growth with their sensitive data. Data engineers must protect their data from external attackers, application users, and even privileged employees like database administrators.

This session will teach you how to protect your data while maintaining functionality and performance. You will leave this session knowing how and why column-level encryption, row-level security, and auditing are keys to securing your data.

Attention Information Security and Cybersecurity Professionals!
Are you looking to meet new people who share your interests? Whether you're thinking about entering cybersecurity, have recently entered the field, or are a seasoned professional, we welcome all to join us for an evening of networking, learning, and fun.
Why Attend?
Enjoy a night out at the cozy and welcoming Neat Bird in Chesapeake, where you can connect with like-minded individuals. We love bringing people together to share insights and build lasting connections. Join us for some beers—or not, if that's your preference. Our goal is to help you forge meaningful relationships in the cybersecurity community.
About ISSA-HR
The Information Systems Security Association of Hampton Roads (ISSA-HR) hosts social events throughout the region, providing a space for cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts to get together, share stories, learn new information, and meet new people. With years of cybersecurity expertise, ISSA-HR is committed to promoting the industry and nurturing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

RSVP now and bring a friend! We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: Neat Bird, 565 Belaire Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

NEW LOCATION: Smarthmouth Brewing Co. - Oceanfront
Third Thursday Each Month

Our bitcoin open discussion meet up. Great time for anyone to ask questions or start a discussion! Usually multiple conversions end up splitting off.

All are welcome! See you there!

Do you work with technology or for a tech company? Do you speak geek? Come network with other technology industry workers for a casual, conversational happy hour.

This meetup is loosely organized, but very consistently scheduled. If you want to meet up somewhere else, share it in the #peninsula channel at 757dev.org Slack, or in the comments.

Bitcoin education / presentation / workshop meetup.

12/3/25 - Bitcoin Holidays and Landmark Events: Celebrating the Journey
11/5/25 - Building a BTC community starter deck
9/3/25 - When Robots Start Paying Each Other- Machine to Machine Bitcoin Payments
8/6/25 - The Internet Computer (ICP)- cloud provider, OS, and IDE - A Bitcoin L2 or Shitcoin?
7/2/25 - Hyperbitcoinization: The Path to Bitcoin as Global Money
6/4/25 - Bringing Bitcoin to VB
5/7/25 - Bitcoin is NOT risky
4/2/25 - Bitcoin Fixes This
3/5/25 - STOP GIVING YOUR MONEY AWAY!!
2/5/25 - You Can Hold Bitcoin In A Safe - Bitcoin Self Custody
1/8/25 - Bitcoin and Goal Setting
12/4/24 - The Bitcoin Network: Nodes, Miners, Users
11/6/24 - Your wallet is not a wallet: Understanding bitcoin wallets, keys, addresses and UTXOs
9/4/24 - Bitcoin through memetic bell curves
7/3/24 - Hayek
6/5/24 - Presentation on preparing for, surviving and embracing volatility

IN PERSON MEETING!!!!!
SQL Server's data virtualization stack has evolved throughout the past decade, allowing you to integrate SQL Server with a variety of external systems, such as Oracle, MongoDB, Cosmos DB, Azure Blob Storage, and AWS S3. In this talk, we will briefly cover the history of data virtualization in SQL Server and focus on how we can write T-SQL queries to access data from heterogeneous sources, both in SQL Server 2025 and in prior versions. Finally, we will look at several interesting use cases for data virtualization in the modern data environment.

NEW LOCATION: Smarthmouth Brewing Co. - Oceanfront
Third Thursday Each Month

Our bitcoin open discussion meet up. Great time for anyone to ask questions or start a discussion! Usually multiple conversions end up splitting off.

All are welcome! See you there!

Do you work with technology or for a tech company? Do you speak geek? Come network with other technology industry workers for a casual, conversational happy hour.

This meetup is loosely organized, but very consistently scheduled. If you want to meet up somewhere else, share it in the #peninsula channel at 757dev.org Slack, or in the comments.

Bitcoin education / presentation / workshop meetup.

12/3/25 - Bitcoin Holidays and Landmark Events: Celebrating the Journey
11/5/25 - Building a BTC community starter deck
9/3/25 - When Robots Start Paying Each Other- Machine to Machine Bitcoin Payments
8/6/25 - The Internet Computer (ICP)- cloud provider, OS, and IDE - A Bitcoin L2 or Shitcoin?
7/2/25 - Hyperbitcoinization: The Path to Bitcoin as Global Money
6/4/25 - Bringing Bitcoin to VB
5/7/25 - Bitcoin is NOT risky
4/2/25 - Bitcoin Fixes This
3/5/25 - STOP GIVING YOUR MONEY AWAY!!
2/5/25 - You Can Hold Bitcoin In A Safe - Bitcoin Self Custody
1/8/25 - Bitcoin and Goal Setting
12/4/24 - The Bitcoin Network: Nodes, Miners, Users
11/6/24 - Your wallet is not a wallet: Understanding bitcoin wallets, keys, addresses and UTXOs
9/4/24 - Bitcoin through memetic bell curves
7/3/24 - Hayek
6/5/24 - Presentation on preparing for, surviving and embracing volatility

IN PERSON MEETING!!!!!
SQL Server 2025 is the AI database for enterprises. But there are more new things than just AI—in this demo filled, full-day workshop, you will learn about:

• Engine improvements that make everything just run faster
• How SQL Server 2025 helps you operate more securely
• Further enhancements to high availability
• Building event-driven architectures with change event streaming

Master the benefits of the latest release of SQL Server and how to deploy it in your organization.

Do you work with technology or for a tech company? Do you speak geek? Come network with other technology industry workers for a casual, conversational happy hour.

This meetup is loosely organized, but very consistently scheduled. If you want to meet up somewhere else, share it in the #peninsula channel at 757dev.org Slack, or in the comments.