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Solopreneurs & Indie Hackers – Morning Coffee

Wed, Jul 15, 4:00 PM
From San Francisco Hackers and Changemakers

Join us for Solopreneurs & Indie Hackers, a meetup for the builders going it alone, by choice or by necessity. Whether you're bootstrapping a SaaS at 2am, an engineer teaching yourself marketing and sales, a product person vibe coding your own app, or freelancing your way toward something bigger, this meetup is your room: a space to swap tactics on growth, pricing, and tools, troubleshoot the stuff nobody else in your life understands, and find your fellow Jacks of all trades, masters of some. No co-founders required, just curiosity, a little stubbornness, and a willingness to talk shop with people who'd rather own something small than report to someone big.

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5 attendees
Bootstrappers Breakfast for San Francisco Startups

Bootstrappers Breakfast for San Francisco Startups

Fri, Jul 10, 4:00 PM
From Bootstrappers Breakfast for San Francisco Startups
4.8

Come Meet Entrepreneurs Who Eat Problems For Breakfast At a Bootstrappers Breakfast® we have serious conversations about growing a business based on internal cash flow and organic profit: this is for founders who are actively bootstrapping a startup. The other attendees will all be in startups. It will be a chance to compare notes on operational, development, and business issues with peers. NOTE: We start with round-the-table introductions, so be on-time so you don't miss that! For more information about the group - visit bootstrappersbreakfast.com (http://www.bootstrappersbreakfast.com/)

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14 attendees
Legal Hackers’ Happy Hour

Legal Hackers’ Happy Hour

Fri, Jul 17, 1:00 AM
From Bay Area Legal Hackers (fka SF Legal Hackers)
4.7

Join us for the next Bay Area Legal Hackers' Happy Hour! Come out to our monthly gathering and enjoy the intersection of law and generative AI in a relaxed social setting. \~\~ This series is more than just networking; it's a collaborative playground for legal professionals and tech enthusiasts. Here, you'll mingle, share AI prompts, and dive into practical, hands-on applications of generative AI in the legal field. Forget formal presentations and podiums; this is an agenda-free zone dedicated to learning, collaboration, and real-world applications over drinks. Whether you're an AI expert, a legal professional, or simply AI-curious, you'll find a community eager to explore and innovate at the forefront of legal tech. So, raise a glass and join the conversation!

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10 attendees
20s & 30s Hot Girl Walk w New Friends

20s & 30s Hot Girl Walk w New Friends

Sun, Jul 19, 8:00 PM
From Gist IRL SF
4.7

**RSVP via:** https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/NMBnho8bWGuKhi9XFSKm **Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later** Sunday is for the GIRLZZZ Fresh notebooks, iced coffees, and a place full of vibrant energy as we walk and plot out your biggest adventures for the year. Spend an hour in quick one-on-one rounds, then grab your favorite connections and head to a nearby cafe to build your bucket lists as a group. Get ready for an hour of real one-on-one conversations with local women, seamlessly paired up by the app so you always know who you are talking to next. Then the fun part begins: you pick your favorite people from the rounds and head to a nearby cafe to write and map out your mid-year bucket lists together. Same afternoon, one shared plan, everyone going together. Just real conversation that turns into a real plan — with people you already vibe with. By the end of the day, you'll be sitting with a crew of 4-6 women who are excited to help you tackle your goals. Maybe this becomes your bucket list accountability crew. Maybe it's just a great afternoon you'll remember. Either way, you're rolling with a crew. Agenda 1:00PM - Check-In Follow the link to complete a quick profile setup on your phone. 1:05PM - 2:25PM - One-on-One Rounds Our app pairs you for focused conversations. Find out who shares your travel dreams, creative ambitions, and weekend goals. 2:25PM+ - Form Groups & head to a nearby spot to write out your bucket lists together Reconnect with your favorite matches, form groups of 4-6, and head to a nearby spot to write out your bucket lists together. Your group leaves together - tonight. Don't just collect contacts. Actually write your bucket lists with new people and see if this becomes your regular crew for checking off bucket list goals and planning adventures together. Want to stay in touch with someone? Use the app - it lets you connect without ever sharing your phone number. **RSVP via:** https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/NMBnho8bWGuKhi9XFSKm **Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later**

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30 attendees
⚡ Magnetic Magic: Learn the Hall Effect by Soldering (CHM)

⚡ Magnetic Magic: Learn the Hall Effect by Soldering (CHM)

Tue, Jul 7, 2:00 AM
From Noisebridge Hackerspace
4.8

Ever wondered how electronics can detect a magnet without anything touching? In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll solder a simple Hall effect sensor kit while exploring the fascinating physics behind magnetic fields. No soldering experience is required—we'll guide you through every step, explain the basics in plain English, and have plenty of time for questions. Whether you're curious about electronics, magnets, or just want to build something fun with your own hands, you'll leave with a working project, new skills, and maybe even a little bit of magnetic magic.

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Founder-to-Founder: Q&A with Guy Yalif (July 9th, 2026)

Founder-to-Founder: Q&A with Guy Yalif (July 9th, 2026)

Thu, Jul 9, 11:30 PM
From Founders Network San Francisco/Silicon Valley

VIRTUAL EVENT — IMPORTANT JOIN INSTRUCTIONS This event is hosted via the Founders Network platform. Once your registration is approved, you'll receive your personalized join link by email from foundersnetwork.com. Please use ONLY the link from your Founders Network confirmation email — any meeting link shown on this page may not let you in for this event. You can also access your link from your account at https://members.foundersnetwork.com/ --- Join Guy Yalif, former CEO of Intellimize and current Chief Evangelist at Webflow, for a conversation on what actually drives durable growth in the age of AI.As AI makes it easier than ever to build products, Guy shares why the founders who win aren’t just the fastest, they’re the ones who listen best. From customer development and distribution to founder relationships and defensibility, this episode explores the fundamentals that still matter most.We’ll cover:What’s actually defensible in the AI eraWhy customer conversations matter more than everLessons from building and scaling IntellimizeHow AI is changing growth, SEO, and marketingThe realities of founder commitment, trust, and resilienceDon’t miss this episode of the Founders Network Podcast for an honest look at building and growing companies in a rapidly changing world.About the SpeakerGuy Yalif is a former CMO and martech CEO with over 20 years of experience helping marketers use AI to drive revenue on websites and across digital advertising. Currently Webflow's Chief Evangelist, Guy has been a marketing leader at Twitter, BrightRoll, Tradeweave, Yahoo, and Intellimize. He has been a part of four successful exits and was cofounder and CEO of Intellimize, which Webflow acquired in 2024. He was also an aerospace engineer and made the oh-so-typical journey from there to CMO.Confidentiality Policy:All information shared within Founders Network is strictly confidential. We are built on a foundation of trust, and the community takes confidentiality seriously. Investors, members, and staff all share experiences and opinions off the record. In this roundtable forum, we continue to model our fnValues of Reciprocity, Humility, Authenticity and Inclusivity.

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Frequently asked questions

Growth hacking involves innovative strategies to rapidly grow a business. It's a creative mix of marketing, development, and data analysis aimed at increasing a company's scale quickly and efficiently.

You can explore growth hacking events in San Francisco by using Meetup's search function. Simply enter 'growth hacking' as an interest and set your location to San Francisco to discover relevant events and groups.

Joining a growth hacking group offers unique opportunities to learn from experienced professionals, network within the industry, and share strategies with peers all dedicated to business growth through innovative methods.

Yes, Meetup caters to a wide range of professional and career-focused groups. You can connect with like-minded professionals and expand your network in your specific field of interest.

Meetups can be both online and in-person events. It's best to check each event's details on Meetup to decide what best suits your preference and schedule.

Many groups feature industry experts who share insights and strategies through talks or casual networking, though specific attendance varies by event.

Not all areas will have active groups, but if you're in San Francisco, a prominent hub for innovation, you're likely to find several opportunities for engagement.

Yes, it's recommended to RSVP to secure your spot at most Meetup events, ensuring the host can prepare and track attendance efficiently.

Most Meetup groups are free or charge a small fee to cover expenses. Check the particular group's page for any costs associated with events.

Absolutely! Meetup allows you to create and host your own events. This can be an excellent way to bring growth hacking enthusiasts together if specific groups don’t yet exist.

Although popular in tech, growth hacking principles can be applied across various industries. You'll find a diverse array of professionals in growth hacking Meetups.

While Meetup can increase connections, securing a job is not guaranteed. Active participation and engagement broaden possibilities and opportunities.

If existing Meetups don't align perfectly, consider joining related groups to still benefit from networking opportunities, or start your own group.

Policies vary among groups, so check event details. Often, members can invite friends to join them for cultural exchange and networking purposes.

Event frequency varies based on organizer activity. Being in San Francisco, known for its startup ecosystem, expect frequent gatherings.