What to Expect¶

The Vibe¶

OpenIT.chat is casual, welcoming, and low-pressure. Think of it as a friendly gathering of IT folks who genuinely enjoy learning from each other.

No corporate jargon required
No "right way" to be an IT person
Respect for all experience levels
Lots of questions encouraged
Real discussions, not lectures

What Happens at Meetings¶

Each gathering typically includes:

📢 Updates & Announcements¶

News from the community, upcoming events, or interesting happenings in the local tech scene.

💬 Open Discussion¶

Topics range from:

Python projects and best practices
AI tools and their practical uses
Self-hosting solutions (servers, NAS, home automation)
Linux, Windows, and Mac administration tips
DevOps, databases, containers
Career advice and learning paths
Whatever is on people's minds!

🛠️ Show & Tell¶

Community members demonstrate side projects, tools they've built, or interesting things they've learned.

☕ Networking¶

Grab a coffee, make friends, exchange contact info, find collaborators for projects.

🎬 Recording¶

We record our meetings to transcribe and create knowledge base content (more on this below).

Before You Come¶

No prep needed – Just show up with curiosity
Bring a laptop? Optional, but helpful if you want to show something
Have a question? Perfect – bring it
Want to present? Let us know in advance (Signal group)

Our Values¶

✅ Inclusive – All backgrounds, all experience levels
✅ Judgment-free – Ask "stupid" questions; there are no stupid questions
✅ Collaborative – We rise by lifting each other
✅ Practical – We focus on real-world applications
✅ Accessible – English and Dutch; beginner-friendly explanations

Questions before your first visit? Get in touch →