MadCloud promotes the understanding and use of cloud computing technology in the Madison and surrounding area. Cloud computing is revolutionizing how businesses operate by replacing on-premises legacy applications with Cloud-based offerings and offering nearly unlimited scaling of data-intensive and high-volume Web applications.  Developers and entrepreneurs are leveraging the always-on, available anywhere nature of the Cloud to build innovative applications and develop new business models. Memb …

Big Data Madison promotes the understanding and adoption of technologies used to acquire, store, and analyze the tsunami of data created by social media interactions, mobile devices, website clickstreams, retail transactions, computer log files, embedded processors, and sensors. Membership is open to everyone.  Non-technical persons are encouraged to join in order to learn how to harness Big Data and related technologies to solve difficult problems, unlock value in their data, and develop a comp …

Discover and meet other web professionals and users in the Madison area designing, developing and crafting solutions with SilverStripe CMS and Sapphire Framework. Each month (or quarterly until we get enough members) we will get together and talk all things SilverStripe. Active participatiion is encouraged. So, designers, developers, agencies, freelancers, moonlighters come along and share your work and experiences. We will discuss and review features, modules, themes, extending SilverStripe …

We are looking to bring together Madison technology professionals in open discussions about technology.   It doesn't matter if you consider yourself a software developer, an IT manager, CEO, QA Analyst, desktop support, or User Experience, everyone is welcome. We want to foster the growth of technology in Madison, Wisconsin. We are looking for people who want to come to these discussions and contribute by bringing their experiences, both good and bad. We want to drive innovation and process impr …

The Mental Fitness Challenge has got everyone in Madison talking. What is it? How do I get involved? Why hasn't anyone thought of this before!?! This program asses your personal strengths and builds your confidence by providing you with the tools you need to make significant improvements in key areas. Since each individual is different, your personal assessment will be tailored to you and whatever you desire to achieve! Want that promotion? Take the challenge! Looking to improve your relationshi …

Project FINISH is an inspiring new group for everyone out there who’s sitting on an important, back-burner, “maybe someday” project and wants to finally make it happen. It’s for everyone who needs that special brand of kick-in-the-pants that only a group of total strangers can provide. It’s for those of us who may have been waiting for: -that exhilarating, magical flash of inspiration -things to settle down at work -the kids to graduate -ourselves to graduate -enough time -enou …

Welcome to Madison Area Single Professionals!   Meet other single professionals near you! Speed Dating Parties and Singles Mix-n-Mingle Parties are a wonderful fun way to meet singles! Our mission is to help serious minded quality singles meet in a pleasant, fun, safe, private atmosphere. Perfect for busy professionals, it couldn't be easier.   Email me to register for one of our events. Please note: in order to …

We are starting a Beachbody Fit Club in the Madison area. As part of our group, you'll be with likeminded people. We'll track our progress along the way, hold each other accountable, and motivate, inspire, and encourage each other to achieve amazing results in sharing our struggles and successes. If you want to be part of a group that is committed to getting healthy, please come check us out.

Meet other women in your community for friendship! Gather with women in your local area who share the same goals and interests as you. Whether you are new to the area or have been here for years, you are encouraged to join. Newcomers is also a great organization for women who have recently gone though any major life changes, besides just moving into the area. We welcome all women looking for a fun social group. What is Madison Newcomers? The Madison Newcomers Club has been an active organizat …

With all the fun photography apps now available for smartphones I decided to start a Meetup group to share our phone photography/art and share techniques used via photography apps available for our smartphones. I have had a big interest in photography since high school and now am enjoying the convenience of my iPhone as an alternative to my DSLR . I still bring my camera bag with me depending on where/what I'm going to shoot but I always have my iPhone with me so I never miss a shot. Anyone who …

This meetup was formed to create a community of people who struggle with organization and are looking for NONJUDGMENTAL support, encouragement and new ideas. We meet once monthly beginning in the summer of 2012. The meetings are lead by a professional organizer. You will discover you are not the only one who feels overwhelmed and disorganized. After each meeting you may feel energized and ready to tackle an organizing project you have been avoiding. The cost of each meeting is $10.00. This is no …

Our outdoor bootcamp schedule can be found at www.madisonbootcamps.com. We will be starting the outdoor session May 9th! We have had over 200 people come to our bootcamps since they started in May, 2008. I encourage you to give them a try and experience having your own personal trainer for a fraction of the cost of hiring a trainer for one on one session. Some women have lost up to 50 lbs, and we even had one women in her 40's do 70 perfect pushups! Guys are getting leaner and more …