Inside this MeetUp we will discuss the ins and outs of growing a web design business (aimed at small digital agencies and freelancers looking to grow into an agency). We will share strategies and tactics to increase rates, get more clients and more. The purpose of this group is to build a community that supports each other in the growth of a web design company. There seems to be so much focus on learning new tools and new technologies, but what about learning new techniques to run and grow your …

Welcome to ExpressionEngine Atlanta (The pEEch State), a meet up group dedicated to EllisLab's fantastic PHP-based CMS. The group events will feature structured presentations as well as more informal networking and conversation. Meet other local developers and designers and share your ideas and techniques or just come to learn something new.

Meet other developers using Meteor. Share your knowledge, apps, and get feedback from others. Meteor is an open-source platform for building top-quality web apps in a fraction of the time, whether you're an expert developer or just getting started.

This group is for all young women who are highly passionate about fashion, makeup, photography, web/graphic design, and modeling. I am an upcoming entrepreneur who is looking to collaborate with other ladies to create an Empire of dreams and entrepreneurs. This group will meet twice a month, and discuss ideas, networking opportunities, and how to get the movement started. If you want to be a part of a business that will inspire young women and brand yourself then this is the group for you.

The AWDG is for anyone who makes Websites. Markup, style, code, typography, SEO, e-commerce, Web apps, and social networking are all valid topics here. We aim to provide a place for Web professionals to meet new people, exchange ideas, learn new things, and have a little fun. We generally have two events each month: one for learning, one for socializing. The group features some of the best talent in the Web industry from all over the country (previous speakers include Molly Holzschlag, Dan Rubin …

This group is dedicated to people developing native or web applications for the Apple iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch or any iOS device (including Mac apps). We have speakers and workshops ranging from software and usability design to deep dive iPhone SDK topics as well as Titanium, MonoTouch, HTML5, WebKit Html, JavaScript and CSS. Membership is, officially, free - but a suggested donation of approximately $2 / mo will help support the costs associated with organizing the group and, potentially, enhan …

This meetup is actually a class that will allow anyone the ability to learn HTML, CSS, MySQL, PHP, and programming methodologies.  The class is run by our Sr. IT Recruiter, Zach Sines, and has three different flavors: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced. Here are the class breakdowns: Beginner Classes: Learning the basics of web development, we will cover front-end web development, database development, and programming methodologies.  These classes will lead into the intermediate classes, but s …

Designing and Building Glassware Experiences with Google Glass. Curious to know about Google Glass? The Google Mirror API has just been released and first batch of devices are being shipped. Here's your chance to ask questions to several Google Glass Pioneers in the Atlanta area about Glass and what's on the horizon for wearable glass technology. Designers and developers, whether you're just curious about Glass or are waiting for your pair to land on your doorstep in the near future, come join u …

The Atlanta Titanium Developers' group was created to bring together Atlanta's growing Titanium community. Our goal is to provide the latest information about Titanium and other mobile related technologies while creating opportunities for community members to network.

Meet with other website developers, designers, system administrators, and business people who all want to improve the user experience, lower abandonment rates and raise conversation rates by making their websites fast! Other Web Performance Meetup Groups:

Atlanta Technology Group is place for Atlanta area technology professionals, entrepreneurs, business owners, students or anyone who may want to keep up with Web Technologies may join this group and learn, share ideas, experience,  opportunities, collaborate, network  or just join in for tech gathering.

This Meetup group focuses intentionally on building an informal, friendly, and supportive community that helps Atlanta-area designers share, develop, and prosper. Our members are primarily graphic designers across all career stages, skill levels, and media. Building on what already exists in the market through other groups and associations, our programming will be a mix of events and social experiences that challenge, encourage, and inspire members to create their best work ever. Allied profess …

CoderDojo Ponce Springs is a free and open non-profit group founded to teach youth (ages 7-17) to code. Our sessions are located in downtown Atlanta and are open to all metro Atlanta community youth and parents/guardians. The international Coder Dojo movement began in Ireland in 2011 and has spread rapidly around the world! Important note: you must be a parent or older than 18 to sign up on this meetup site: This site is for parents or people over the age of 18 to help us with events and to see …

PrestaShop is an Open-source e-commerce software dedicated to innovative technology and providing online success for merchants. We always want to grow our community and reach out to e-commerce lovers. We are looking to connect with PrestaShop users, web developers, web designers, open-source advocates, start-ups, and technology organizations. We welcome all individuals interested in providing suggestions, encouragement, or simply have questions about e-commerce. It is our goal to educate, spark …

"eHire Labs assembles the top technologists to create elegant and sustainable solutions for our clients’ toughest business challenges. We aim to leave our clients with the tools and knowledge that will change their business forever." In the spirit of that, we are hosting a series of Geek Nights that will focus on learning more about today's hottest technologies and networking with other top technologists in the Atlanta area. Important: This group is invite only - without an invite, you will be …

AngelHack Hackathon Workshops are a place for industry leaders, hackers, and entrepreneurs to come together in a relaxed atmosphere to talk about API's, SDK's, and how to use new and creative ideas to empower a new generation of developers.

Our group covers most of the products Adobe offers, focusing on products in the Creative Suite family. Whether your interest is in design, development or eLearning, we have something for you! Join our Facebook Page http://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=554748417890911&id=211998105499279&ref=notif¬if_t=wall#!/pages/Adobe-User-Group-of-Atlanta/211998105499279 or Follow us on Twitter @AUGAtl

This is the Atlanta OpenStack developer Meetup. We are a group of free software developers who are passionate about working together to help make the Openstack project a success! Can't wait for the next meetup? Join us on IRC! We hang out on Freenode at #openstack-atlanta.

The Atlanta User Experience Group (AUX) brings together members of the UX community. From information architects to designers to coders, this group provides a place for UX professionals to meet new people, exchange ideas, learn new things, and have a good experience (pun intended). If you are not a UX professional, don't worry, we have something for you, too! UX is an approach to experience marketing -- creating an experience that keeps the user's needs & motivations in mind at all times. This h …

'Systema', or 'The System' is a method of learning which engages the body and mind to further a person’s ability in all aspects of life. Whilst the most immediate result is self-defense skill, it is not limited to the practice of such. Training with us will increase your awareness, strength, flexibility, cardiovascular efficiency and mental control. We do not adhere to specific techniques or disciplines; rather we train with reality in mind and encourage personal growth and creativity. WHAT IS …

The Black Book Conversations is a series of Artist workshops focused on Artist career development where professionals come to share business tools and advice. All Black Book Conversations will be Streamed Live at www.ustream.tv/channel/tbbcatl TBBCAtl is at Binders Art School unless otherwise noted, check each individual event for venue. BINDERS ART SCHOOL 3330 Piedmont Rd #18 Atlanta GA www.bindersart.com

Grow Your Business with Referrals In today’s bleak economy, smart businesses are using every outlet to promote their services. The American Business Network is the perfect place to develop a large passive referral sales force. Learn what others do and offer and refer them when you come across someone needed those services. Likewise, as our members get to know you, they will refer your services or products as well. It is a win-win situation and the perfect marketing tool. How This Works Your gene …

The DoActCrazy Group (Atlanta) is created primarily for artists who are passionate about being involved with producing new media, especially original video content for the web in serial and episodic formats. Actors, video bloggers, and aspiring film makers are the most obvious artists who’ll benefit from participating in this group – however, I hope this group attracts a wide scope of individuals. This includes actors, videographers, film makers, special effects / compositors, writers, musicians …

A group for WordPress Developers, Designers (e.g. people who code in PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS or Javascript), Webserver admins, consultants, etc.  We meet monthly to discuss advanced WordPress topics including theme and plug-in development, core WordPress development and ways to create a professional or company income using WordPress.

The worlds of hackers and journalists are coming together as reporting goes digital and Internet companies become media empires. Journalists call themselves "hacks," someone who can churn out words in any situation. Hackers use the digital equivalent of duct tape to whip out code. Hacker-journalists try and bridge the two worlds. This group is to bring all these people together -- those who are working to help people make sense of their world. It's for hackers exploring technologies to filter …

Open Atlanta is coming. Open Atlanta is part of the worldwide movement to use technology and information to solve problems and improve communities. Open Atlanta is civic applications, crowdsourcing, open data, visualization and communication protocols but mostly Open Atlanta is people - developers, designers, researchers, IT professionals, communication experts, government officials, nonprofits, business and citizens coming together. We are starting our first projects and planning many more for …