Chicago Ruby co-organizers Anton Tkachov and Michelle Yuen discuss what it takes to build and sustain a local Ruby meetup, breaking it down into attendees, speakers, and venues. They share practical tips on securing host companies and recruiting speakers, and reflect on how in-person connections matter in a job market shaped by remote hiring and AI-generated applications. Anton also talks about his shift from engineering into running his own consultancy after being fired, and Michelle recounts how her community involvement led to her being selected as an MC for Rails World.
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