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Model Mondays - Spotlight On Model router in Microsoft Foundry

AI agents rarely rely on a single model to solve every task. In this episode of Model Mondays, we'll explore how model router helps developers apply a hill-climbing approach to agent development by continuously finding better models for different steps in a workflow. Learn how to evaluate models, compare performance across providers and model families, and dynamically route requests to the model best suited for each task. Through discussions and demos, we'll show how model router helps agents improve quality, efficiency, and cost by treating model selection as an ongoing optimization process rather than a one-time decision. *** * [Explore the Resources](https://github.com/microsoft/model-mondays) * [Read the Newsletter](https://aka.ms/model-mondays/newsletter) * [Continue the conversation on the Discord](https://aka.ms/model-mondays/discord)

Berlindroid Monthly Meetup

Let's talk Android!   Agenda --- Hosted By Mario Bodemann, GDG Organizer 🧑‍💻 Louis Tsai, Android Developer Matthias Geisler, "Geißler" Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-berlin-android-presents-berlindroid-monthly-meetup-2026-08-26/.

berlinCreators Werkstattabend

Unser Verein berlinCreators e.V. trifft sich jeden Freitag ab 18 Uhr im Makerspace. Wir haben Gruppen rund um Elektronik, 3D-Druck, Nähen, Programmieren, Retro Computer. Egal ob Anfänger oder Profi – hier seid Ihr Willkommen. Ihr könnt mit anderen fachsimpeln, Euch inspirieren lassen oder auch mit unserer Hilfe Eure ersten Projekte starten. Wenn Ihr Euch bei uns wohlfühlt und Mitglieder bei den berlinCreators werden möchtest, freuen wir uns. Kommt vorbei, lernt den Space, uns und die Möglichkeiten kennen.

LessWrong Community Weekend 2026

Join one large rationalist social gathering, which brings together 250+ aspiring rationalists from across Europe and beyond for 4 days of socializing, fun, and intellectual exploration. **Full Info & Applications:** [https://www.lesswrong.com/events/iqkaNDmhqpoZWNpXs/lesswrong-community-weekend-2026](https://www.lesswrong.com/events/iqkaNDmhqpoZWNpXs/lesswrong-community-weekend-2026) The whole event **will be participant-driven** in an unconference style: shortly before, and any time during, the weekend, a digital event schedule is filled with 100+ workshops, talks and activities by the attendees. The community weekend is family & LGBTQIA+-friendly, and after last year's amazing experience, we are increasing our effort into creating a diverse event where people of all ages, genders, backgrounds, and experiences feel like they are at home. We invite everyone who shares a **curiosity** for new perspectives to gain a truthful understanding of the world and its inhabitants, a **passion** for developing practices and systems that achieve our personal goals and, consequently, those of humanity at large, as well as a desire to nurture **empathetic relationships** that support and inspire us on our journey. **Price:** Regular ticket: €225\-275 \| Supporter ticket: €300/400/500\+ (The ticket includes accommodation from Friday to Monday, meals, and snacks.) Nobody makes any money from this event, and the organizer team is unpaid. This event has a special place in our heart, and we truly think there’s nothing else quite like it. It’s where so many of us made friends with whom we have more in common than each of us would’ve thought to be possible. It’s where new ideas have altered our opinions or even changed the course of life - in the best possible way. **Note:** You need to apply and be accepted via the application form. RSVPs are appreciated but don't count towards your participation.

Cybersecurity × AI: Berlin's Builders, Breakers & Backers #2

AI has changed both sides of the security equation at once. Attackers are automating reconnaissance, phishing, and exploit development at a scale that didn't exist two years ago. Defenders are shipping agents that triage alerts, patch code, and hunt threats faster than any SOC team could. And an entirely new attack surface — the models themselves — is being built into products before anyone has agreed on how to secure it. Berlin has quietly become one of Europe's densest clusters of people working on exactly this problem: security founders, ML engineers, red teamers, CISOs, researchers, and the investors funding them. This meetup is an attempt to get them in one room. **⚠️ Attendance is limited and by application only** We're capping this event at **10 people**. The reason is deliberate: we'd rather have a room where everyone present is actually working in this space than a large room where most people are browsing. Smaller rooms mean better conversations and a much higher chance you meet the two or three people who matter for what you're building. To be considered, apply here: [https://luma.com/13bgbude](https://luma.com/13bgbude) The form takes about two minutes. We'll ask for: * Your name and where you work * What you're building, investing in, or researching * Your role (founder / engineer / security lead / investor / researcher / other) * What you're hoping to get out of the evening We review applications on a rolling basis and confirm attendees by email. Applying early genuinely helps — once we're at capacity we close the list. If you're not selected this time, you'll be first in line for the next one. **What to expect** * [2–3 short talks] from founders and practitioners building at the intersection — offensive AI, AI-native defense tooling, securing LLM applications, compliance under the EU AI Act * An open Q&A where hard questions are welcome * Long-form networking **Who we're looking for** Founders (pre-idea to Series B), security engineers and researchers, red teamers, CISOs and security leads, VCs and angels active in the space, and serious people looking to move into it.

Climate Within Book Reading Zone

Join us at the vibrant Rooftop Flohmarkt and take a refreshing pause for the mind over the weekend. Amidst great food, music, and energy, we’re creating a Free Book Reading Zone—a calm and inviting space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. Hosted by the Climate Within group, this space is for anyone who feels that nourishment is not just about the body, but also about the mind and inner clarity. 📚 What to expect: •⁠ ⁠A curated selection of books across different themes available with a small amount of donation (to sustain our work ❤️) •⁠ ⁠A common thread: self-reflection and deeper understanding •⁠ ⁠Small, engaging activities to spark thought and conversation •⁠ ⁠A relaxed atmosphere with music and open exchange ✨ If you’re looking for food for thought, not just food for the body, this space is for you. Come by anytime, stay as long as you like, read, reflect, or simply sit and absorb. 📅 4 Sept - 6 Sept 2026 🕒 Time: 17:00 – 22:00 HRS (4th & 5th Sept) 11:00 - 16:00 HRS (6th Sept) 📍 Location: Gesundbrunnen-Center, Berlin Note: There is 2 EURO entry fees to the Flea market where we have our free book reading zone.

Make it and take it! Tüfteln und Designen mit Lasercutter, 3D-Drucker & Co.

Das alte T-Shirt mit einem Statement-Print wiederbeleben, eine verlorene Spielfigur nachdrucken oder einen Stempel designen: MeetUp im Humboldt Forum! In diesem dreistündigen Workshop sind alle Interessierten dazu eingeladen, verschiedene Maker Space-Technologien kennenzulernen und auszuprobieren. Wir erklären an unterschiedlichen Terminen (s.u.), wie sich mit Laser Cutter, 3D-Drucker, Schneidplotter, Näh- oder Stickmaschine nützliche Dinge für den Alltag herstellen lassen. Inspiriert von den aktuellen Ausstellungen und Themen des Hauses, können am Laptop mit der Software Inkscape oder Tinkercad eigene Grafiken und Objekte entworfen und gestaltet werden. Wer sich geschickt anstellt, kann am Ende ein fertiges Produkt mit nach Hause nehmen. Bitte beachten Sie die Aufteilung der beiden monatlichen MeetUps in einen Termin für Teilnehmende ohne bzw. mit nur geringen Vorkenntnissen und einen Termin für Fortgeschrittene, die bereits mehrfach am MeetUp teilgenommen haben bzw. mit Geräten und Software vertraut sind. Der Workshop ist generell nicht für Kinder und Jugendliche unter 16 Jahren geeignet. Die Personenzahl ist begrenzt. Bitte buchen Sie am Veranstaltungstag bis 13:55 Uhr an der Tageskasse im Foyer des Humboldt Forums pro Person ein kostenfreies Teilnahmeticket. **Die nächsten Termine und Themen in 2026** **Kleine Aufnäher & Patches mit der Stickmaschine** 15\. August \(ohne/geringe Vorkenntnisse\) und 22\. August \(Fortgeschrittene\) **Textildruck mit Schneidplotter und Heizpresse – Bitte T-Shirt oder Beutel aus Baumwolle mitbringen!** 12\. September \(ohne/geringe Vorkenntnisse\) und 26\. September \(Fortgeschrittene\) **Nähmaschinen Halloween Special – Bitte Stoffe mitbringen!** 24\. Oktober \(alle Level\) **Nützliche kleine Dinge aus dem 3D-Drucker** 7\. November \(ohne/geringe Vorkenntnisse\) und 21\. November \(Fortgeschrittene\) **Schmuckstücke aus dem Laser Cutter** 5\. Dezember \(ohne/geringe Vorkenntnisse\) und 19\. Dezember \(Fortgeschrittene\)

AI Validation, Modern Automation & the Future of QE - 12th Berlin Meetup

AI is changing the way we build and test software. As applications become more intelligent, quality engineers face new challenges—from validating non-deterministic AI outputs to building automation frameworks that are faster, smarter, and easier to maintain. Join The Test Tribe Berlin Meetup for an evening of practical insights, real-world case studies, and community discussions on how AI is reshaping software quality, testing, and automation. **Event Details** * Date: 26 August 2026 * Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM CEST * Venue: [SumUp (Entrance via Lange Straße), Koppenstraße 8, 10243 Berlin, Germany](https://maps.app.goo.gl/wryVXXYRXs2r5uvZ8) **What's on the Agenda?** **Session 1: Shift Fast, Test Smart: Full-Stack** **Playwright Automation Powered by Gemini** **Speaker: Smita Mehta ( QA Lead at Schwarz)** Discover how modern Quality Engineering teams can combine UI and API automation into a unified Playwright framework while leveraging Gemini Code Assist to accelerate development. Through practical examples, Smita will demonstrate how AI can simplify Selenium migrations, speed up test creation, improve debugging, and help teams build faster, more resilient automation. **Session 2:** **Visual Regression in AI Applications/AI & LLM Validation in Real-World Systems** **Speaker:** **Osama Hammad, Senior Software Testing Engineer @PaxeraHealth** ​As AI-powered applications become increasingly common across industries, ensuring their accuracy, reliability, and compliance is more important than ever. In this session, Osama will explore how Quality Engineers can move beyond traditional pass/fail testing to validate non-deterministic AI systems. Drawing on practical examples from AI-powered medical imaging and healthcare, you'll learn approaches to building evaluation frameworks, creating AI quality gates, integrating validation into CI/CD pipelines, and navigating evolving regulations such as the EU AI Act. ​This keeps the medical expertise as a strong differentiator while making it clear that the learnings apply to anyone working with AI systems, regardless of industry. **How This Meetup Solves Your Problem** Whether you're experimenting with AI-powered applications or modernizing your automation strategy, this meetup addresses challenges many engineering teams face today. * Learn techniques for evaluating AI applications where traditional testing falls short. * Discover how to build more resilient automation with Playwright and AI-assisted development. * Explore ways to reduce flaky tests, speed up automation, and improve engineering productivity. * Gain insights directly from practitioners solving these challenges in production environments. **Why You Should Show Up** Because Quality Engineering is evolving rapidly, and staying ahead means learning from those building the future today. Meet fellow testers, automation engineers, SDETs, and technology leaders from Berlin's thriving testing community. Exchange ideas, ask questions, expand your professional network, and leave with practical strategies you can immediately apply to your projects. **Become a Speaker at The Test Tribe events:** ​Wish to share your insights with the community at a future event? Submit your talk idea [here](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8xebmOBD2WYXwGKWj7GteY-tMLaj-aZzQk88MAsE0LUiMUQ/viewform?utm_source=luma) and our team will get back to you, if the idea resonates with them too. **​About The Test Tribe** ​The Test Tribe is the world's largest software testing community, empowering testers globally since 2018. With 700+ events and 150K+ members across 130+ countries, we bring testers together to learn, grow, and connect through meetups, conferences, cohorts, masterclasses, and more. ​By RSVPing, you agree to our [Terms and Conditions](https://www.thetesttribe.com/website-terms-conditions/?utm_source=luma) and [Privacy Policy](https://www.thetesttribe.com/our-privacy-policy/?utm_source=luma) and consent to be contacted by The Test Tribe and our event partners

Creative Code Stammtisch

**⭐ DOORS OPEN AT 19:30. PLEASE ARRIVE BEFORE 8PM! ⭐** The Creative Code Stammtisch is a casual show-and-tell for artists, makers, designers, coders, performers, learners and anyone interested in the use of computing skills for artistic expression. The event is free and open to all, regardless of age, origin, gender or experience. Beginners and first-timers should feel especially welcome! You don't have to be a coder yourself 😃 HOW TO FIND US? Find Prachtsaal Studio by crossing the courtyard next to Cafe Augusta on Jonasstr. 22, 12053 Berlin. WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT? We start with quick introductions, then open the floor to anyone who wants to present something. There are usually around six 10-minute slots available, plus time for questions from the audience. First-timers are encouraged to share their work. Topics range from net art to computational design and interactive installations all the way to wearable electronics or generative poetry. If you’re wondering whether your own project might fit, take a look at the [Stammtisch archive](https://creativecodeberlin.github.io/Stammtisch/) to see what others have shared in the past. This event is *not* just for coders! New-media artists and anyone working with technology in their art are very welcome to share. If you enjoy art and/or technology, you’ll likely have a great time, and maybe even learn something new! BEGINNERS WELCOME! If you’re new to creative coding, you can find beginner-friendly resources at [creativecode.berlin/learn](https://creativecode.berlin/learn). THIS IS YOUR SPACE We do our best to create a welcoming environment for all people regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. People from group generally underrepresented in open-source, art, and technology fields are warmly encouraged to come by. And if you know someone who might enjoy this meetup but isn’t sure it’s for them, let them know they’ll be welcome! SAFE SPACE POLICY We support the Berlin Code of Conduct: [berlincodeofconduct.org](http://berlincodeofconduct.org/) Please read and make sure you agree with its content. ACCESSIBILITY Prachtsaal Studio is located on an easy to access ground floor. We're very sorry to say that the bathrooms are not wheelchair accessible yet. DO I NEED TO SPEAK GERMAN? We speak mostly English so international guests are more than welcome! Our team also speaks French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Finnish and German... though language availability may vary depending on which organizers are present :) CONTACT Raphaël de Courville team@creativecode.berlin +49 (0) 176 70070572 or get in touch via [creativecode.berlin](https://creativecode.berlin/) *** The featured artwork of the month is by @ojelibalon. We'd love to feature your work on the cover for the next Stammtisch! Please send an image at team@creativecode.berlin

berlinCreators eLAB-Werkstattabend

Wir bieten allen Interessierten die Möglichkeit, mit Elektronik zu basteln. Workshops und Vorträge zu verschiedenen Themen rund um Elektronik und Software sind willkommen. Von Arduino bis zu komplett selbst entwickelten High-End Schaltungen sind wir für alle kreativen Ideen offen. Wir haben auch Gruppen rund um das Nähen, Programmieren, Retro Computer. Wir treffen uns immer am Dienstag und am Freitag ab 18:00 Uhr. Egal ob Anfänger oder Profi – hier seid Ihr jederzeit Willkommen. Ihr könnt mit anderen fachsimpeln oder auch mit unserer Hilfe Eure ersten elektronischen Gehversuche starten. Wenn zeitgleich in den vorderen Räumen Workshops oder Vorträge stattfinden, kann hinten Werkstattbetrieb stattfinden.

New in Berlin Meetup – Social Butterfly Club 🦋

Join us for a relaxed Monday evening full of new faces, unexpected conversations and the kind of atmosphere that makes the week feel a little more alive. Whether you’re new in Berlin or simply looking to meet open-minded people, this is a space to connect, share stories and start the week with a little more curiosity. **Join the Social Butterfly Club** 🦋 Sign up for free and get: 🦋 The Sunday Flutter every week 📘 Access to our “Free Activities in Berlin” guide 🎉 Invitations to subscriber-only gatherings Sign up here: [https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/](https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/) Meet your host I’m Julia — a Berlin local who loves bringing people together. My path went from growing up in a dance school to studying philosophy to working in IT support, and somehow all of that led me here: hosting meetups and creating spaces where people can show up, relax, and connect. Orga The location accepts only card payments. Questions? Check our Meetup-FAQs: [https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/](https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/)

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