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Designing AI Tools

Designing AI Tools

Thu, Dec 3, 1:30 AM
From Cascade SF, Experience Designers
4.7

**\*\*Please note:** A ticket must be purchased through Luma to attend this event. An RSVP without a ticket does not guarantee admission.\*\* **Get tickets at [luma.com/designaitools](luma.com/designaitools)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Designing AI Tools, Dec 2, 2026 at Superhuman** ​AI products are changing quickly. So is the work of designing them. ​Join Cascade SF and Superhuman for an evening inside the evolving practice of AI design. ​We’ll hear from the people designing and researching AI experiences at Superhuman about the questions they’re working through right now. How do you research products that are changing this quickly? How do designers, researchers, and product teams work together when building with AI? What changes when you’re designing agents instead of traditional software? And how do decisions around personality, voice, and tone shape the experience? ​Through talks and conversations, we’ll get into the actual work behind AI products: the processes teams are developing, what they’re learning, and the new design challenges they’re encountering along the way. ​No broad predictions about the future of AI. This is a closer look at how teams are designing for it today. ​What we’ll explore: • ​How teams are approaching the design of AI-powered and agentic products • ​How AI is changing the way designers and researchers work ​• How research can keep pace as product development gets faster ​• How design, research, product, and leadership collaborate around AI ​• New questions around personality, voice, and tone in AI experiences ​ \*\*For product designers, UX researchers, content designers, design leaders, and anyone building AI-powered experiences. **​Announced Talks:** **"​Researchers, Build Your Own Table: Scaling Influence in the Age of AI"** **​with Josh Williams, Director of Product Research at Superhuman** ​AI is helping product teams build faster than ever. For researchers, that raises an important question: how can research keep pace and make sure valuable insights continue to shape product decisions? ​Josh will share a practical look at how his team is using AI to rethink the way research gets done. Drawing from real examples and insights from the Superhuman research team, he’ll show how they’re building shared research systems, using AI to analyze and connect findings, and making research easier for teams to access and use. ​You’ll see how new tools and workflows can create more capacity for researchers to connect evidence, uncover insights, and help teams make better-informed decisions. **\*\*\*​More speakers and talks will be announced soon. Get early bird tickets while you can at [luma.com/designaitools](luma.com/designaitools)\*\*\*** \-\-\-\-\- Want to give a talk? Email \[andi@cascadesf\.com\]\(mailto: andi@cascadesf\.com\)\.

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8 attendees
Side Project Saturday for Designers

Side Project Saturday for Designers

Sat, Oct 10, 6:00 PM
From Designers: Mission Creatives Meetup
4.8

Come down and work alongside fellow designers and creatives. Whether you prefer drafting tables, traditional digital, or AI tools—all mediums are welcome. Come down and learn and explore! **Who should join:** Product designers, UI/UX researchers, graphic artists, and anyone who wants to work on their project. **What to bring:** * Your laptop, tablet, sketchpad or tools of choice. * Current project or a blank canvas. * An open mind and creative spirit. The coffee shop has all the conventional options, a few lunch selections, and the best smoothies in town. Kindly patronize them. Thanks!

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2 attendees
Architecture, Design & Drinks — October 2026

Architecture, Design & Drinks — October 2026

Sat, Oct 31, 1:00 AM
From Architecture, Design & Drinks
4.9

Architecture, Design & Drinks is a casual monthly gathering for people who work in, around, or are inspired by design. We meet on the last Friday of each month to unwind, trade ideas, and connect. No agenda, no pressure. Whether you’re an architect, designer, creative, or simply design-curious, this is an easy way to expand your circle and have meaningful conversations in a relaxed setting. New faces are always welcome. Grab a drink, join the conversation, and stay as long as you’d like.

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6 attendees
Analog Electronics for Guitar Pedals

Analog Electronics for Guitar Pedals

Sat, Oct 10, 8:00 PM
From Noisebridge Hackerspace
4.8

# Analog Electronics for Guitar Pedals Planning a PCB with Kicad Come work on your current project, if you have a lap top with Kicad installed we can discuss using Kicad to design PCBs. The first step is drawing a schematic. No prior electronics experience required. Bring your curiosity. The goal of this session will be take the circuits previously built as prototypes and wire them in a permanent enclosure.

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Epson Wide Format Printer Basics and Certification @ Ace Makerspace

Epson Wide Format Printer Basics and Certification @ Ace Makerspace

Sat, Oct 10, 8:00 PM
From Ace Makerspace
4.8

Get ready to print your own posters, photos, art, and more with basic certification training on Ace’s wide-format Epson Printer! Learn about the anatomy of the printer, how to set up and test your prints, and basic troubleshooting. **Level:** Beginner **Timing:** 3 hours **Location:** Suite # 214 Clean Fab **Corequisite:** None **Certifications:** Epson Wide Format Printer **Age:** 14+ **Topics Covered:** * Monitor calibration and how it affects your prints * Basic printer anatomy and set-up * Loading and unloading paper * Checking ink levels * Using the cutter * How paper finishes affect your print * How to run a test print * How to use print profiles * Basic troubleshooting New Guests must [sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/) before this event starts. Add the FREE account on check out or sign up here → [FREE Guest Account](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/). If you need a scholarship for this class, please [submit this request form.](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfyuFC_Cv4EdCcQUFFkSVSb4NHuhisZ1z6DJI_i-BWz8wznBw/viewform) You may be notified as little as 24 hours before the event. Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland. YOU MUST RSVP/PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: [www.acemakerspace.org/calendar](https://www.acemakerspace.org/calendar/)

1 attendee

Hype o'clock Game Dev & Tea Time

Sat, Oct 17, 9:00 PM
From SF Bay Area Game Jamming & Game Design
4.9

Come hang out, have some tea, and work on/share your projects with other cool folks! Please see the "How to find us" section below for more info. This event is scheduled for every 3rd Saturday of the month.

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup offers a platform where designers in San Francisco can find and join local groups focused on design interests. It’s a hub for learning, networking, and collaborative events.

Simply search for design groups within San Francisco on Meetup to discover a variety of local communities focused on your design interests.

Yes, Meetup frequently hosts design-related events in San Francisco, ranging from workshops to networking meetups, where you can participate and create connections.

In San Francisco, there are diverse design groups covering everything from graphic design to user experience and fashion, offering many avenues for engagement.

Absolutely, you can join multiple design groups. This allows you to explore various aspects of design and expand your network across different fields.

While many events are free, some groups might charge a fee to cover materials or venue costs. Always check the event details on Meetup for specific information.

Meeting frequency varies by group, with some organizing weekly gatherings while others may meet monthly. Check individual group event schedules for precise timings.

Definitely, you can RSVP through the Meetup platform, ensuring your spot at design events in San Francisco's vibrant community.

You can find both in-person and online design events on Meetup, allowing flexibility depending on the organizer's format.

While Meetup connects you with potential industry mentors, developing such relationships depends on active engagement and networking at events.

Not all specific design fields may have active groups, but you can explore broader categories or start a new group if you don't find your niche.

Interested in hosting? Register on Meetup as an organizer, and you can create and operationalize your own design events for San Francisco's community.

Joining design meetups is an excellent way to expand your creative horizons, collaborate on projects, and gain new insights while connecting with fellow enthusiasts.

Event frequency varies significantly depending on the groups' organizers, so not all design meetups may be regular. Check Meetup for current scheduling.

Yes, if you're passionate about design, consider starting a group. Meetup allows you to create a community around your specific design interests easily.