Edinburgh Wiki Meetup #29

⌖ Edinburgh · Black Medicine Coffee

Hosted by Edinburgh Data Science and AI

Meet Edinburgh’s data science, machine learning and AI community over coffee on Wednesday 14 October 2026, from 11:00am to 1:00pm BST. Hosted by Emily T. for Edinburgh Data Science and AI, this first Data Science Coffee Club offers an informal alternative to the group’s usual speaker events. Head downstairs at Black Medicine Coffee in Edinburgh, buy a drink and connect with other people working in the field. There are no talks, slides, pitches or formal agenda. Instead, conversations may cover: - Current projects and technical problems - Interesting tools, ideas and approaches - Opportunities to collaborate or help one another - Developments across Edinburgh’s data science, ML and AI community The session is primarily for data science and machine learning professionals. You do not need to be a regular member of the Edinburgh community: professionals visiting the city are welcome too. If conversations are still flowing when the event finishes at 1:00pm, attendees may continue over lunch nearby. Register for the Data Science Coffee Club.

⌖ Edinburgh · The Slug and Lettuce George Street

Hosted by ⭐ Edinburgh Tech Network (ETN) ⭐

Meet Edinburgh’s tech community over informal drinks on Wednesday 14 October 2026, from 7–10pm BST, at The Slug and Lettuce George Street. Hosted by Edinburgh Tech Network and OkGather, this relaxed networking evening is built around useful conversations rather than presentations. There are no PowerPoints, speeches, structured introductions or organised activities: simply grab a drink, find the Edinburgh Tech Network table and meet people working across Edinburgh’s technology scene. The gathering is aimed at: - Software engineers and developers - Product managers - Data and AI professionals - Designers and UX practitioners - Startup founders and operators - People building products, projects or careers in tech Attendees can exchange ideas, learn from peers and make connections that may lead to collaborations or career opportunities. The event is generally self-hosted, with no designated host leading the evening; venue staff will direct you to the group’s reserved table. Venue: The Slug and Lettuce George Street, 113–115 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4JN. Places are limited. Attendance requires an OkGather membership, priced at £2.99 per month. Members can show their OkGather profile at the bar to receive 20% off food and drinks. RSVP for the event on Meetup

⌖ Edinburgh · Cumberland Bar

Hosted by AI Social Discussion Group

The AI Social Discussion Group’s first meet-up brings people together for an informal evening of AI conversation at Cumberland Bar in Edinburgh. Hosted by Nick B., this inaugural gathering runs from 7:00pm to 9:00pm BST on Monday, 19 October 2026. It takes place at Cumberland Bar, 1–3 Cumberland Street, Edinburgh. The event is focused on social discussion around AI and offers attendees an opportunity to meet fellow members of the new community. No detailed agenda, named discussion topics or additional speakers have been published, so expect an open, informal meet-up rather than a structured workshop or programme of talks. Attendees can also access the Meetup event chat to connect with others before the gathering begins. Learn more about the AI Social Discussion Group. Register for the meet-up

⌖ Edinburgh

A meetup focused on building AI-powered apps with no-code tools in Edinburgh, featuring hands-on demos, case studies and startup insights. Learn to build applications and automations.

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⌖ Edinburgh · Perk

Hosted by Scottish Technology Club

EdinburghJS returns to Edinburgh on 20 October 2026 for two practical talks on self-editing websites and internal tools. What to expect This October meetup brings together developers and technologists interested in how modern software can manage content and support work behind the scenes. Across the evening, two speakers will explore distinct but complementary building challenges: - Phil Holden will speak about building a self-editing website. - Alexey Golev will discuss building internal tools. The programme offers an opportunity to hear directly from practitioners tackling real product and engineering problems. The self-editing website session should be especially relevant to people interested in content-driven web experiences, while the internal tools talk will appeal to anyone building software that improves organisational workflows and operations. The event takes place at Perk, which is continuing its sponsorship of EdinburghJS by providing both the venue and catering. Doors open at 6:30pm on Tuesday 20 October, with the meetup running until 9:30pm. Who is it for? EdinburghJS is aimed at developers and members of Scotland’s wider technology community. This edition will be particularly useful for web developers, software engineers, product builders and people curious about practical approaches to websites and business-facing tools. The page does not specify a required experience level, making the meetup a useful place to hear new ideas, compare approaches and connect with other local technologists. Alongside the talks, the in-person format provides time to meet fellow attendees over the catering supplied by Perk. The meetup is presented by the Scottish Technology Club, a community for technologists in and connected to Scotland. The club also runs regular developer events, publishes a weekly bulletin covering events, content and jobs across Scotland, and maintains an active Discord server. View the event and registration details

Sponsors: Perk

⌖ Edinburgh · Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP

Hosted by UK Startup Events

Meet founders, investors and potential cofounders in Edinburgh on 20 October 2026 for tactical startup insights and focused networking. Organised by UK Startup Events, this founder-focused meetup combines practical conversation with structured opportunities to make useful connections. It takes place at Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP, 9 Haymarket Square, from 6:00pm to 8:30pm, followed by optional pub drinks at The Jolly Botanist. What to expect The evening begins with open networking and colour badges designed to support speed networking. After introductions, the community shoutouts give attendees a safe space to explain what they are building, celebrate recent wins and ask for help with current challenges. The centrepiece is an informal, hands-on tactical fireside chat about the strategies involved in building, shaping and growing a startup. Topics change each month, with experienced entrepreneurs and diverse guests sharing their stories. The October guest has not yet been announced; follow the Founders Meetup LinkedIn page for updates. Agenda: - 18:00: Arrival and open networking with speed-networking colour badges - 19:00: Welcome and introductions - 19:05: Community shoutouts - 19:20: Tactical fireside chat - 20:00: Open networking and drinks - 20:30 onwards: Pub drinks at The Jolly Botanist Who should attend? This meetup is designed for people currently building startups, those exploring an idea, founders searching for cofounders or team members, investors looking for opportunities, and anyone keen to learn from experienced startup operators. The format is useful whether you are at the idea stage or already working to grow a company.… Register for this event

Sponsors: Start to Scale · Shepherd and Wedderburn