5 Boston tech events to check out this week

Written by Justine Hofherr
Published on Sep. 17, 2018
5 Boston tech events to check out this week
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Fall is here, and with the change in season, many people experience a shift in attitude. Whether you’re looking for a new job or simply hoping to meet some fresh faces, the following five events are sure to steer you in the right direction.

 

ToastHER x Athleta: Autumn Wellness Retreat, Sept. 17 at 6 p.m.

Health and wellness are all the rage. Join ToastHER and Athleta for an Autumn Wellness Retreat, held in the Hatch Fenway Space overlooking Fenway Park. There will be a yoga class followed by refreshments and the chance to shop for Athleta’s new merchandise at a 25 percent discount. Make sure to BYOM (bring your own mat).

 

Pitch Deck Workshop: Build a 12-Slide Pitch Deck for Investors, Sept. 18 at 9:30 a.m.

Any entrepreneur knows that developing a pitch deck is crucial to explaining your business in order to get those VC dollars. At this hands-on workshop hosted by The Capital Network, you will learn how to create a killer pitch deck or change your current one.

 

Intro to React.js, Sept.18 at 6:30 p.m.

Girl Develop It Boston is hosting a four-session class about React, a popular front-end JavaScript framework used by companies like Facebook, Airbnb, Netflix, PayPal and Dropbox. If you’re interested in learning about the fire behind many of the high-traffic websites you use every day, this class is for you. 

 

CyberStarts Boston, Sept. 20 at 8 a.m.

Kaspersky Lab, a global cybersecurity company, is hosting a free event to discuss the tech industry’s gender gap. It’s well-known that narrowing the gender gap has been an ongoing challenge for the industry, which is why it’s important to keep the topic fresh in everyone’s minds. Whether you’re a student or a budding entrepreneur, this event will cover everything from addressing the skills shortage to inspiring female leaders of tomorrow.

 

WITI Summit Series Boston, Sept. 20 at 8:30 a.m.

Let’s talk about girl power. Join Women In Technology International (WITI) for a day of inspiration and education about the tech business. This inaugural event in Boston will feature panel discussions, interactive workshops and plenty of networking opportunities. 

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