We, at Onward Search, love interactive more than double fudge chocolate cake, and looking to connect with web folks who share our passion. It's hard enough keeping up with the interactive world, why not get together and discuss what's new, what's old, and what's coming next....and we might POSSIBLY throw in some fun! Our focus is interactive design, UI/UX, IA, web development, and new media. We're getting together industry leaders for panels and speaker events, and also looking to have more c …

This Meetup group is intended to help begin assemble a private collaborative of the best internet marketers, entrepreneurs, and web designers & developers. This project is a select group that will become limited to the most exceptionally talented and committed members. The mission is to see how far the online marketing world can be pushed and what can be accomplished. It doesn't matter if you're black hat, white hat, old school, or new school...if you can contribute to helping push these boundar …

RSVP to get a nametag. This is important, because people without nametags aren't even really people. There, I said it. ******** HackerNest is a grassroots, nonpartisan, nonprofit movement dedicated to uniting local tech communities globally. We do this by cramming lots of very smart people into a room and providing free beer - rescuing them from the isolation of basements, offices, and the plight of code tunnel vision. Our friendly, relaxed, and inclusive Tech Socials provide a casual, unpreten …

We made the internet. The Internet Creators Guild is a Union of Web Developers, Programmers and Other People Who Made and Continue to Make The Internet Exist. We Gather With the Intent of Promoting the Irreplaceable and Unique Talent of Programming and Making the Internet Happen. This Ability is Special and not necessarily present in Non-Web Developers or Programmers. As such it Needs to Be Recognized as a Unique Irreplaceable Ability that is Never Under Any Circumstances Accessible to people wh …

Imagine if there was a place, where at one table an entrepreneur meets her next $100,000 investor. A designer meets a new client, a web developer with a great internet startup. A PHP engineer meets a charismatic founder that excites him with his vision, so much so that he can picture leaving his day job for the exhilarating experience of working tirelessly for technology stock options that could be worth millions one day... We're building this community. @LATechHappyHour

If you want to join some software dev/design meetups but hate having to drive too far, then this group is for you. South Bay locals, you know what I mean. Hoping to get together at least once a month for drinks, dinner, and discussions about software development, technology, startups, and other geeky related topics.

We meet regularly to discuss various topics related to Web Performance, both front-end and back-end.

OUR MEETUPS ARE FREE, AND THERE WILL BE NO SALES OR PITCHING!  ONLY INFORMATIVE AND CONTENT PACKED MEETINGS :-) Get together with other Marketers & Business Owners who want to learn the in's and out's of the Internet Marketing. Come to this Meetup if some of the questions below apply to you: What is Internet Marketing / Social Media, and how is it used by businesses and Entrepreneurs? Don't know where to start with your Internet presence, or how to build a BLOG?  Come and find out!  You can do …

There are already plenty of writers' groups, but most of them are geared toward hobbyists rather than toward writers who think big (I know because I used to belong to three of them). If you're a self-published author having difficulty selling or promoting your work, or you're a writer who's frustrated by organizers who've told you what you are and aren't allowed to write, or you'd like to write and self-publish but are intimidated by the process, SPACE is for you. My name is Martin, and I've bee …

We need to build a stronger community of coders and web developers. This is a group for all people in West Los Angeles who like to drink and talk about code. Let's focus it to Frontend and Javascript, but if any backend devs want to show up, they'd be more than welcome.

The "Make Music Happen" Hackathon will take place April 27th, 2013 in Venice Beach Make Music Hackathon is a 2 day long coding jam session bringing together the areas most talented developers to build amazing music based applications using API's from top Music Platforms. Teams or individuals are set to create inspiring and innovative music based apps using various provided API's. At the end they will be judged by a panel and rewards will be given out. Please register and leave us a line :) Rya …

[UPDATE] This meetup is now call Startup Ecology and is dedicated to sharing insights and training for entrepreneurs and those of you wit startups. [UPDATE] Active Startup is under new leadership and will be rolling out an all new series of meetups for this community. If you want to participate in the new administration please contact the organizer. See you soon!

Meet other local fans of WordPress, the Internet's classiest and fastest dynamic content management system. Gather and discuss the best ways to work with Wordpress. All levels are welcome. We meet on the third Tuesday of each month alternating between downtown during odd months and the West side during even months.

Come enjoy the company of your own kind! Meet new people! Form alliances that will change the face of…you get the idea. Whether you’re a freelancer or working for The Man, communing with like minded folk is a great idea. Serving the Torrance, San Pedro, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, El Segundo, Long Beach areas. We meet regularly once a month, usually the third Tuesaday at 7PM. Venue subject to change.

In an effort to bring more value to these social media meetup groups, I have joined forces with hundreds of other small business owners such as yourself. These business owners are all members of the LAX Coastal Area Chamber of Commerce and are already members of the latest and greatest Meetup group created by the chamber, myself and Brandon Lewis of Nerd Alert as co-chairs. LA Online Media & Tech Meetup Group Be sure and join this hot new meetup group ASAP LA Online Media & Tech Meetup Group …

I decided to start this group to see who's available during the week, M-F on the Westside of LA. If you work in the office 9-5, this group doesn't really appeal to you. This is for the screenwriters, filmmakers, actors, actresses, bartender, server, web designer, graphic designer, personal trainer, tennis instructor, yoga instructor, model, even the unemployed and/or poor students. Help meet others in your area with the same kind of schedule/hobbies/interests. Hang out at the beach, explore LA, …

This group provides a free forum where by Java users can discuss different topics in Java, software design as it pertains to Java, and methodologies as they pertain to Java. The format of the meets is a group discussion where we encourage everyone to participate. Usually the group focuses on a selected section in a book or some other media format of choice. Everyone is welcome to attend regardless of one's current experience level in area of Java Software Development.

NextSpace @ Amplify is an innovative workspace & collaborative coworking community. Your Best Work Happens Here. Venice Beach is a unique convergence of art, tech, creativity and innovation. Smack-dab in the middle of it is NextSpace's 5th location on Amplify's new accelerator campus. The Amplify campus is purpose-built for working, learning and networking, and NextSpace @ Amplify will provide the perfect complement of coworking and community to the energy and talent found in the Amplify acceler …

This group shares lessons learned about using Amazon Web Services, including API's, EC2, S3, Automation, Deployment, Security, ELB, High Availability, Business Continuity (Earthquake and Tsunami concerns in particular...) and learning about how others are currently using AWS. The purpose is to network, collaborate, share experiences and help others where possible. We conduct monthly meetings and discuss different approaches, uses and topics.

We provide innovative physical and virtual infrastructure that freelancers, entrepreneurs, and creative class professionals need to succeed in the 21st century knowledge economy. In an increasingly disconnected world, NextSpace creates a collaborative community that is revolutionizing the nature of work. Our business model is simple: NextSpace sells membership in that collaborative community. Our members come from a wide variety of industries: software, design, marketing, legal services, archi …

Disruptive new business models are emblematic of our generation. Yet they remain poorly understood, even as they transform competitive landscapes across industries. Business Model Generation offers you powerful, simple, tested tools for understanding, designing, reworking, and implementing business models. Business Model Generation is a practical, inspiring meetup for anyone striving to improve a business model — or craft a new one. Change the way you think about business models Business Mode …

This group is open to working film producers (including writer/producers, actor/producers, director/producers), as well as potential film funders. Our mission is to help people learn how to create and market easy to fund, easy to produce, profitable films, documentaries and web series. Our website has free ebooks designed to provide you with immediate help on any aspect of a project. Check it out at www.filmfundingclub.com. Our FilmFundingClub Facebook Page offers daily advice, insight and suppo …

Technori Meetup LA is a group of impassioned starters, developers, designers, tech companies, investors and general startup enthusiasts who have a deep love for Los Angeles and who want to see our emerging startup community flourish. By way of editorial content and an assortment of events throughout the year, Technori is dedicated to fostering relationships and building a startup community, not just a startup economy. One of the group’s primary events is Technori Pitch. Held monthly, the event h …

SMG, Santa Monica Coed Soccer Group, in its several years of existence, has been sponsored by such prominent entities like FIFA.com (official web site of FIFA), Coca Cola, Verizon FiOS and others. Its mission is providing a very friendly, respectful and internationally diverse environment for playing soccer, extending friendships, and helping humanitarian objectives. SMG provides both casual and competitive soccer opportunities. More competitive soccer activities of SMG are carried out under San …

This is a group for anyone interested in the Fashion Tech space who live in the LA area. We are looking for those amongst the #fashionablytechie that are passionate about the fusion of fashion and technology and want to connect with other companies and people interested in the space. We look forward to connecting with you! Stay #FashionablyTechie