Tech meetups, week of April 6, 2026
April 6–12, 2026 — 5 events across 3 groups in Hampton Roads.
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Tuesday, April 7
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Securing AI: Policies, Guardrails, and Real-World Risk Management
Updated Speaker Sean Applegate Visit our Eventbrite Page to RSVP With over 25 years of experience across defense, federal, and commercial sectors, Sean Applegate brings deep expertise in cybersecurity, observability, AI/ML, and software engineering. Currently, Sean leads the Engineering and IT efforts for Swish which is a 20-year-old Federal Technology Solutions provider with deep technical experience in DoD and Civilian agencies.
Wednesday, April 8
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WSDG April Social Event
Our next social event will be at the new location of Oceans & Ale seafood restaurant, in Monticello Marketplace. See you there. -------- Upcoming schedule: May 13, 6:30 PM - Williamsburg Library, Conference Room B. Alex Podyachev will present the Scala programming language. June 10, 6:00 PM - Social Event July 8, 6:30 PM - Williamsburg Library, Conference Room B. Kelly Shaw will discuss AI programming vs.
Thursday, April 9
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VBMBC + The HIVE: Spring Small Business Roundtable
Working Smarter, Not Harder: Scaling Your Business in the Digital World Running a small business today means wearing many hats. The good news is you do not have to do everything the hard way. Join the Virginia Beach Minority Business Council and The HIVE Small Business Resource Center for an interactive session designed to help entrepreneurs understand how AI and modern digital tools can simplify operations, save time, and support sustainable growth. This session will introduce practical ways small business owners can use AI today.
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Claude Code: From Setup to Agentic Workflows | AICHR
This event is capped at 500 attendees. Register now to secure your spot. Claude Code: From Setup to Agentic Workflows Hands-on with the tool that's turning developers and power users into one-person engineering teams. This is a live, digital-only event. No in-person attendance. Join from anywhere. April 9, 2026 · 6:30 PM EST AI coding assistants have been around for a while now. Most of them autocomplete your lines and call it a day.
Friday, April 10
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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.