“Build” is a term we use to describe the action of combining 2+ elements as it relates to the Designer/Developer profession. More specifically, “Build” is about developing your skills through your craft.

Are you a UI/UX Designer interested in prototyping dynamic interactions and animations? Did you try to look up interaction design resources for Quartz Composer in April 2013 only to find one useful Branch post courtesy of David O'Brien? Then this is the group for you! The plan is to run some regular hack sessions to get ramped up on shared knowledge of QC among everyone. Bring your computer loaded up with Quartz Composer we'll hash out some ideas and prototypes. Let's get stuff done.

User Experience Design Workshops are thirsty work! Whether you can make the workshops or not, we're rubbing shoulders and chatting over beverages with Rosenfeld Media Workshop authors, UX Irregulars, Hypenotic team members and anyone who'd like to learn more about current practices in putting users at the centre of website design, development and management strategy.

This is a professional and social networking group for people who are into creative advertising. We are all interested in The Big Idea. As history has proven, the power of advertising can do more than just create awareness or increase profits. It can inspire. It can influence. It can even change the fortunes of a brand on a global scale. Even during these harsh economic times, there is still strong need for creative people with Big Ideas. That is what this meetup group is for - a platform for Cr …

A11yCamps are participant-driven events about web and software accessibility, with presentations, demos and interaction by and for A11yCamp participants. What Is A11yCamp? Accessibility (sometimes shortened to a11y because 11 letters are replaced) is key to successful, effective, inclusive web and software development.  A11yCamp is a participant-driven event about IT accessibility, modeled after the unconference format of BarCamp.  Whether you are an expert or just getting your feet wet in the …

"If you ask men why they did a good job, they'll say, 'I'm awesome. Obviously. Why are you even asking?' If you ask women why they did a good job, what they'll say is someone helped them, they got lucky, they worked really hard." Sheryl Sandberg If we can't pat ourselves on the back, let's at least create the kind of environment where women can pat each other on the back. We call ourselves "girls" because we're young at heart and we call ourselves "geeks", because we care about the detail, but e …

The worlds of hackers and journalists are coming together as reporting goes digital and Internet companies become media empires. Journalists call themselves hacks, someone who can churn out words in any situation. Hackers use the digital equivalent of duct tape to whip out code. This group is to bring all these people together -- those who are working to help people make sense of their world. Help us build the future of media! For more information, check out our Twitter page or the chapter's w …

The Entrepreneurs Club! This group was designed with the intention to connect fellow entrepreneurs together for: supporting each others challenges, creating greater business opportunities, maximizing human connections and leaning towards deeper personal fulfillment. The Entrepreneurs Club will meet once a month in a dynamic, inspiring and interactive setting. (Accessible to subway and central for those down town and those in GTA area) *Events will be well organized to maximize business suppor …

CreateInTO provides a platform for developers, designers and other digital creators to network, share ideas and learn about new tools and techniques from their peers. We've grown from the fledging Flash community working with Actionscript 1 (or earlier) and have come to welcome the full gamut of topics from the business of interactive, to design portfolios, to hardware and creative coding and web development of all kinds. It's the diversity of interests in the former FlashInTO that have lead us …

Augmented Reality (AR) is already changing the way we interact with the world. Looking for Toronto developers, designers, entrepreneurs, scientists, educators, investors, artists, marketers, hackers, journalists, and more - to bring the augmented reality experience to consumers in a fun, productive - and lucrative way. Let's meet up, come up with ideas and join the revolution that is AR!

EdTech Toronto is a gathering of people, groups and companies who share a passion for education and technology and the powerful possibilities of that combination to change the world. We focus on growing and supporting the sector and connecting Toronto to Silicon Valley and other tech centers worldwide. This group organizes: profesional speakers for "Start Ups" in the EdTech, Family Tech and E-Learning sectors (including funding opportunities) discussions that integrate "Silicon Valley" momentum …

Attention ESL-students, tourists, newcomers, and visitors... Teach Me Toronto takes their ESL Conversation onto the streets of downtown Toronto! Discover downtown Toronto's architecture, history, and culture by taking the TEACH ME TORONTO ESL Walking-Photo-Tour. Get ready to practice your English skills and take some awesome PHOTOS! Bring your CAMERAS...and join us for an interactive and conversational 90-minute tour of some of Toronto's most famous landmarks, buildings, districts, and other pla …

Ultra Light Startups Ultra Light Startups brings together the world's most innovative technology entrepreneurs, in monthly events and accompanying online communities. Events feature pitching, networking and interactive, moderated panel discussions with leading industry experts. Topics cover: Design, Technology, Marketing and Finance And be sure to checkout our website and join our social media groups: Website - http://ultralightstartups.com/ Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/ultralightstartup …

Interactive Workshops for Personal Trainers, Coaches, Athletic trainers, and hard-core fitness enthusiasts looking to expand their knowledge base in the following areas - Physical Screening/Assessment, Corrective Exercise Development, Functional Movement Training, Program Design, Sport Nutrition, Paleo Nutrition and more. Presenters are well-educated and experienced experts in their fields. Presentations are 45-60 min. followed by 30-45 min. Q & A. Great opportunity to learn in small, interactiv …

Attracting the Right Partner for You! This is going to be an interactive and enjoyable group as we explore and learn about the best and most effective ways to Attract the Right Partner for You! -Explore the best places off and online to meet someone -How to make favorable and genuine first impressions -Understanding the best ways to be more successful in dating and the early stages of a relationship -Discover what you are ultimately looking for in life, love and your partner  and/or future par …

"The good news is that more than ever, value accrues to those that show up, those that make a difference, those that do work that matters. " Seth Godin “The key with blogging is to lay it all out there because sooner or later people are going to know what you know, so might as well be the first one to share the information and get credit for it.” Neil Patel "You can’t—or you don’t want to? I’ll accept the second. It’s quite possible that you don’t want to. It’s possible that making this commitm …

Personal Growth Cafe! This group was designed to connect Life Coaches, Leaders and People looking to make a positive change in their life.  Events will provide support, inspiration and win/win opportunities, while maximizing connections, motivation and human potential. Personal Growth Cafe will meet a few times a month in a dynamic, inspiring and interactive setting. (Accessible to subway and central for those living down town and in the GTA area) *Events will be well organized for Business, …

Tech in Motion is broad by design, the goal of this group is to be interactive and allow technology enthusiasts to learn from other professionals, have questions answered in real-time, discover new tech, and hear stories that inspire. This group is a place for technology professionals who wouldn’t normally cross paths to meet, collaborate, and learn about what their peers are doing across the city. Join the conversation on Twitter, share and follow along with #TechInMotion! *We already have a f …

Come out and chat about iOS development and design at the iOSKW Meetup. We'll start with a presentation or two then chat about technology, our projects, app store experiences, business insights, Objective-C, Xcode, Interface Builder, ... Food will be provided. Use the hashtag "#iOSKW" on twitter. Sponsored by Monolith Interactive.

Pon Klie Zen Qigong Institute, Energy Work, Food Based Healing, Training, Classes, Natural Healing, Community *** Pon Klie Zen Qigong Whether you’re looking to try Pon Klie (Bad Stress Out) Zen Qigong for the first time, to reduce anxiety and stress, restore inner balance and harmony or to increase or restore vital Qi (life force energy), our Zen Centre / School offers a selection of weekly classes to meet your needs. Join Our weekly classes and growing List of Community P.K.Z.Q. Instructors & …

Black Card Events is an association whose mission is to provide professionals with an opportunity to expand their business network through events where real relationships are developed organically with real people. Our events are designed to act as a marketplace where professionals come together and profit from the experience of connecting with like-minded individuals. Black Card Events is dedicated to creating an atmosphere that encourages the people of tomorrow to interact with their colleague …

This is a group acting on behalf of Introdooce, the new and exciting mobile app for singles and those wanting to meet others on the go, which focuses on giving users the tools to easily introduce themselves to people nearby. Anyone between the ages of 19 - 45 is welcome. Our events will be held at some of Toronto's most unique and beautiful venues and will be designed to get users mixing with other like minded individuals looking to expand their social circles, or step up their love game. Our ap …

Where relating is ART Authentic Relating can mean there's no right way (no cookie-cutter mould) that relating is supposed to be. simply showing up with the intention to drop trying to come off a certain way. celebrating whatever arises letting ourselves mess it up intending to cultivate even just 1% more connection, transparency, and aliveness in our interactions Within that, I remind myself that trying to be authentic all the time is (ironically) inauthentic to my true nature. ;) ART is a r …

Get ready for some real "Coed" Military Styled Fitness Training with me (Tony "A") Your Chief Training Instructor. I'm a former U.S. Marine Corps Sargeant with over 22 years in the military, including experience as a U.S. Marine Corps Physical Fitness Instructor and Drill Instructor (yes just like you've seen in the movies and on T.V.). I've also worked as a Personal Trainer and taught Boot Camp classes at a variety of Fitness Centers all over North America, to include the Elite Equinox Gym of N …

This is a group that is designed for a group of people to get together, let their creative juices flow, but most of all to have fun!  Anyone who has ever enjoyed copying some of the stunts on "Whose Line is it Anyway?" should definitely consider joining. Or maybe you saw the episode of the Office where Michael Scott does improv.  If not, imagine an interactive game of charades mixed with a healthy dose of Abbott and Costello's "Who's on first".  For all ages--as long as they can be creative and …

This group is designed for conducting business activities and networking related to Health Care Industry, its surrounding disciplines and their promotional matters and items. Ideally, you are either: *A Health Care Professional, or * In a business related to Health Care needs and industry (i.e. Emergica in First Aid and CPR training, Dental assistant, Chiropractor, Nursing student, EMS staff, HealthCare products consultant...), or * Interested in exploring new ways to expand different aspects of …