This chapter highlights the significance of attending and organizing meetups for networking and knowledge-sharing in the tech community. It offers strategies for effective event organization and tips for discovering local and online networking opportunities.
In this episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott talk with CJ Reynolds about the resurgence of meetups in a post-COVID world. They discuss the benefits of attending and speaking at meetups, and the logistics of organizing them. CJ also shares his experiences running the DenverScript meetup, including sourcing speakers, finding venues, and ensuring a welcoming community.