Happy November, techies! You’ve made it through the Halloweekend — although maybe still recovering — and are ready to welcome the holiday season in with open arms. As the weather gets colder and our schedules start becoming crammed with end-of-the-year events, make sure there’s enough room to pencil in some more meetups and networking events. Grab your warmer coat, and maybe even a Chestnut Praline Latte, and check out these cool happenings around the Hub.
Monday 11/3
Mobile Internet of Things — Join Mobile Monday for an event that crosses between mobile development and the Internet of Things. See live demos, listen to experts and meet new startups that are pushing the boundaries of innovation in the mobile world. The event is free, but registration is required. Head over here to snag your spot.
2014 Boston Data Festival — Join the Hub’s big data community in discussing all things data. From mining to analytics, this week-long conference will bring industry leaders together in one place to showcase exactly what the future of using data looks like. Events can be registered for on an individual basis, with tickets sold here.
Tuesday 11/4
Social Media Gone Rogue — Join the Publicity Club of New England and PRSA Boston for a discussion on what happens when the carefully-monitored and crafted social media culture of a business goes rogue. From inappropriate employee tweets to fake company profiles posting harmful information, how exactly should a company react? Come learn exactly that from panelists, who come from the likes of Conover Tuttle Pace, Digitas and IZEA. Register here.
Trivia Night November — For any and all techies! If you love the tech community, then this trivia night is for you. The meetup will start at 7:30 p.m., and prizes will be available for the champs. Get more info here.
Wednesday 11/5
Tech Cigars — A free, monthly event in which tech enthusiasts of all sorts can come and discuss startups, technology and gadgets, all while sharing and smoking their favorite cigars. RSVP here.
Thursday 11/6
Come For a Cocktail, Stay For a Career @ YP Boston — YP Boston is hiring 101 digital sales executives across 20 markets on one big night. Come network, grab a drink and shmooze your way into a new job in just one night! Register here.
Friday 11/7
Public Safety Hackathon — Hosted at the Harvard Innovation Lab, this hackathon will allow developers to speak directly with police officers to find out what their biggest issues are in working in public safety. Food, prizes and other swag will be available all night as you work. Register here.
Looking for even more, non-business-related events? Check out this week’s BostInno Approved.
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