Tech meetups, week of February 16, 2026
February 16–22, 2026 — 7 events across 5 groups in Hampton Roads.
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Tuesday, February 17
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Norfolk Cybersecurity Networking & Happy Hour
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!
Wednesday, February 18
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Android App Development 101
Come join us either in person or virtually to learn the basics of Android App development Zoom Link: TBA
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Kalyan Inturi-Designing a Central Identity DB Unifying Authentication
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…
Thursday, February 19
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SQL Engineering Connection Series
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
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AI Collective-HR | AI ideation, research, and validation
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.
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Bitcoin meetup Open Discussion
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!
Friday, February 20
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Cybersecurity - Chesapeake Weekend Afternoon Networking (WAN)
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.