As always, there are plenty of events, meet ups and networking opportunities in Bristol. We’ve selected some interesting techy, webby and businessy events that take place in February. Have your diaries ready!
Bristech – Server Push and Rabbit MQ
Thursday, 6 Feb – 7pm
Where: The Island, Nelson Street, BS1 2LE
A very techy meetup group about computer programming. This month they feature a talk from Dave Crane about Server Push and another from Rob Bracken about Rabbit MQ.
CodeHub – Unix and Chrome development tools
Tuesday, 11 Feb – 10am
Where: The Big Chill, 15 Small Street, BS1 1DE
CodeHub is a group for hands-on learning for web developers.
This month Rob and Katja will talk about Unix file permissions and file ownership, and Gicela will talk about Chrome development tools.
Bristol & Bath Marketing Network – Digital Engagement
Tuesday, 11 Feb – 5.30pm
Where: Clifton Club, 22 The Mall, BS8 4DS
BBMN is a monthly meet up for marketers and anyone interested in online and offline marketing. This month’s talk by Gez Smith is about online customer engagement.
Tech Talks #9
Wednesday, 12 Feb – 3.30pm
Where: Armada House, Telephone Avenue, BS1 4BQ
The Tech Talks are about bringing technology and business together. This event features 2 businessy talks, one about social media and another one WebStart Bristol, and another more technical talk about computing with CFD.
Bristol Web Folk Hack Night
Wednesday, 12 Feb – 6pm
A few hours to sit and hack in good company, or show the group what you’re working on. It could be code, design, databases, anything geek in fact.
SWmobile – How to make money from apps
Wednesday, 12 Feb – 7pm
This meet up is all about mobile development and this month’s focuses on app monetisation, with 3 talks and a panel discussion.
South West Founders
Wednesday, 12 Feb – 7pm
Where: Watershed, Canon’s Rd, Harbourside, BS1 5TX
Monthly meet up for tech start-up founders, entrepreneurs and investors. Casual format, grab a drink and network with like-minded people!
Bristol Business Mums
Wednesday, 19 Feb – 10am
Where: House Trelawney, Surrey Street , BS2 8PS
Networking group of mums who run their own businesses. Come and ask for advice if you’re just starting or share your wisdom if you’ve got more experience. Casual format, a coffee and a chat.
BRUG – Ruby Pub Quiz
Wednesday, 26 Feb – 7pm
Where: pub to be confirmed
A special night for the BRUG with the first Ruby pub quiz! Come and assess your knowledge of everything to do with Ruby. Awesome prizes to be won!
Women in Business Workshop
Thursday, 27 Feb – 9.30am
This workshop is organised by Bristol Woman, a Community Interest Company looking to bring out the extraordinary in the lives of ordinary women. This workshop is free of charge and suitable for women who are interested in starting their own business.
[Book your ticket]((http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/women-in-business-workshop-tickets-10290299563)
Bristol JS
Thursday, 27 Feb – 7pm
Where: Simpleweb HQ, Unit G, Albion Dockside Building, Hanover Place, BS1 6UT
Another tech meet up, all about Javascript. This month’s features a talk from Matt Thompson about Clojurescript.