The Elevated Link Up - ATL Young Professionals Networking Event

Open source runs the world, and most of us build on it every day without thinking about it. For our next joint meetup, Atlanta's dev communities are teaming up for a night about the code, the tools, and the people behind it. We'll get into why open source matters, what it actually looks like to contribute, and how modern tooling is changing the way we build. Whether you've shipped a hundred PRs or you've never opened one, there's a seat for you here. Come curious. Speakers Anjie Adeyemo — Lead Advanced Analytics, AT&T Down the Rabbit Hole: Real-World Workflows With GitHub Copilot AI isn't magic, but it can be a workflow multiplier if you learn to use it intentionally. Anjie shares how she actually uses GitHub Copilot day to day, what she calls "vibe coding": editing scripts, debugging, brainstorming, and speeding up the small tasks that quietly eat your time. She'll walk through real examples of exploring solutions and experimenting with ideas, plus how to go down the AI rabbit holes responsibly by asking better questions, iterating on prompts, and challenging the output instead of trusting it blindly. Expect an honest look at what's working with Copilot, what isn't, and how to get more value from AI without becoming dependent on it. Anjie is a lead advanced analytics professional who loves experimenting with AI tools to make coding and everyday workflows more efficient. She works with SQL, automation, and data pipelines, and enjoys sharing practical lessons from her learning journey while keeping the human developer in the driver's seat. Outside of work, she mentors students through Girls Who Code. Dwane Hemmings — Developer Advocate, Vonage Talk details coming soon. Jay Miller — Developer Advocate & Founder, Black Python Devs Creating a Global Community Platform With Django Over the last three years, Black Python Devs has grown from helping more Black Pythonistas get to conferences into a major sponsor of Python conferences around the world. That growth forced

The Silicon South Foundation, in partnership with Microsoft, is launching the Silicon South Workforce Accelerator, an initiative designed to expand access to industry-recognized technology credentials, professional development, and workforce opportunities for emerging talent across the South. This inaugural Accelerator experience will connect college students with Microsoft professionals for an interactive afternoon focused on career exploration, professional readiness, and pathways into the technology industry. Participants will gain firsthand insight into Microsoft, explore career opportunities available across a range of academic disciplines and professional fields, and learn how to better position themselves for competitive internships and early-career opportunities. The experience will include conversations with Microsoft professionals, small-group engagement, and practical guidance on navigating the application and hiring process. Programming will feature: Career Pathways at Microsoft — An introduction to Microsoft, relevant academic pathways, and the breadth of careers available across the company and technology sector. Professional Perspectives Panel — Microsoft professionals from different disciplines will share their career journeys, experiences, and advice for entering the industry. Career Breakout Sessions — Smaller conversations designed to give students deeper access to professionals and the opportunity to explore specific career interests. Copilot-Powered Application & ATS Readiness — A specialized, hands-on training led by a Microsoft professional demonstrating how students can leverage Microsoft Copilot to strengthen resumes and application materials, better understand applicant tracking systems (ATS), prepare for interviews, and strategically navigate the internship and early-career application process. Pathways to Opportunity — Participants will leave with actionable next steps and will be encouraged to explore and apply for relevant Microsoft int