Philly Tech Week is finally here! Here's a list of events that the Tactile Team will be attending this week. Make sure to say hello if you see any of us!

WEB SUITE FOR THE C-SUITE

In a world where users are bombarded with content in many forms and formats, including images, videos, articles, posts, apps, and marketing material, there’s never been such a need for organizations to strategically produce, manage, and distribute content across the vast array of digital channels in order to stand out among the noise.

When: Friday, April 28th at 2pm-5pm
Where: Tír na nÓg Irish Bar & Grill, 1600 Arch St 19103
Who's Going:
Leigh Peele

MAYORAL TECH TOWN HALL

Be a fly on the wall as Technical.ly's editorial team engages in a conversation with Mayor Jim Kenney highlighting the pulse of Philly's tech workforce. Then dive into a cross-market panel conversation weighing in on tech’s impact on economic development.

When: Monday, May 1st at 9:30am-12:30pm
Where: PHL Next Stage Med @ Schuylkill Yards, 3001 Market Street (the Bulletin Building)
Who's Going:
Alex Lombardi

OUT TO LAUNCH

Philly’s newest, most innovative products will make their debuts all in one place at Out To Launch. Come out for lightning-style talks from homegrown companies including ROAR For Good, Stitch Data, Stimulus, Gameplan, Ticketleap, Guru, Blackfynn, Boost Linguistics and Technical.ly!

When: Monday, May 1st at 12pm-2pm
Where: The Museum of the American Revolution, 101 South Third Street 19106
Who's Going:
Marc Coleman
Prash Davé

Accessibility Hacks: Keeping Tech Inclusive for Everyone

This year’s #techInColor is presented in partnership with EvoXLabs who will partner with a local hospital to purchase assistive technology for individuals with disabilities. They will bring folks together to share strategies and tactics for ensuring tech is kept accessible for people with disabilities.

When: Tuesday, May 2nd at 6pm-9pm
Where: Benjamin's Desk, 1608 Walnut St 19103
Who's Going:
Marc Coleman

DEVOPS IS LAME & AGILE IS STUPID

The aim of this talk is to help you escape the religious and philosophical debates, put you in the driver's seat of your organization's objectives and/or your career goals, and move things forward to make positive change for you and your organization.

When: Tuesday, May 2nd at 7:30pm-8:30pm
Where: Quorum Science Center, 3711 Market Street 19104, Suite 800
Who's Going:
Jim Kiley-Zufelt, PMP

BOTS, AI & CONVERSATIONAL UI

Learn about the latest innovations in the world of Conversational Computing from the people building products and prototypes. With over 200 members, our Meetup group has a great cross section of developers, designers and product entrepreneurs that share their thoughts and insights on where the technology and its uses are heading.

When: Tuesday, May 2nd at 6pm-8pm
Where: Stuzo, 211 North 13th Street 19107, Suite 802
Who's Going:
Angela Chan

DEV WORKSHOPS

Whether you're new to programming or you want to sharpen your skills, the Dev Workshops are perfect for you. They will be focused on today's most used languages and programs for those at the beginner, intermediate and advanced levels.

When: Wednesday, May 3rd at 10am-2pm
Where: Temple University, Alter Hall 1801 Liacouras Walk 19122
Who's Going:

THE BUSINESS ADVANTAGE OF DIVERSITY: A LUNCHEON AND PANEL DISCUSSION

An informative panel assessing the current state of diversity within Philadelphia's tech community. Among our panelists will be Philly Tech Leaders and a member of the City's Office of Innovation & Technology, who will describe their personal efforts to bolster diversity within an area of which it is currently devoid.

When: Wednesday, May 3rd at 12pm-1:30pm
Where: Montgomery McCracken, 123 South Broad Street 19109
Who's Going:
Marc Coleman

3RD ANNUAL WOMEN IN TECH SOIREE

The 3rd Annual Women In Tech Soiree serves the purpose of highlighting and celebrating the supportive places, spaces, and programs of technology and innovation for and within women and diverse underrepresented tech communities in Philadelphia.

When: Wednesday, May 3rd at 5pm-8:30pm
Where: We Work Northern Liberties, 1010 N Hancock St 19123
Who's Going:
Leigh Peele

FRAMING PHILLY’S SOCIAL IMPACT SCENE: WHERE BUSINESS, NONPROFIT, AND PHILLY MEET

Whether nonprofit, for profit, or somewhere in between, Philly’s social entrepreneurs are engaging with technology to make the City of Brotherly Love a better place. Join experts from some of the area’s top social impact organizations to learn how they are using technology to streamline their organizations, reach underserved populations, and engage with new audiences.

When: Wednesday, May 3rd at 6pm-8:30pm
Where: Free Library of Philadelphia - Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street 19103, Skyline Room
Who's Going:
Marc Coleman
Prash Davé
Alex Lombardi

THE INTERNET OF THINGS: A PLAN FOR THE WORLD TO COME

From dumb sensors to smart cars to your next refrigerator, the rapidly growing number of internet-connected devices already has surpassed the number of human internet users. Come learn about what “things” will be on the internet, and the ways this online revolution will change our lives.

When: Thursday, May 4th at 4pm-7pm
Where: WeWork, 1601 Market Street 19103, 19th Floor
Who's Going:
Angela Chan

THE DARK SIDE OF TECHNOLOGY

In this very special #PTW17 event, Greg Ippolito, media expert and president of IMA, will provide a 360-degree view of recent consumer Technology…and try to determine whether we’re living in a “modern renaissance,” or an uncharted new era where our well-being is being quietly traded for comfort.

When: Thursday, May 4th at 6pm-9pm
Where: MakeOffices, 2001 Market Street 19103, #2500
Who's Going:
Prash Davé