About us
We are a regular Meetup group for software developers in Bristol who care about and take pride in what they do, how they do it, and the impact their work has on society.
This is a community for developers of all experience levels who want to improve and master their craft. Founded on the principles of software craftsmanship, all are welcome to meet, code, learn, and continuously improve.
Take a moment to read the Software Craftsmanship Manifesto that underpins our commitment to quality in software engineering.
We value:
* A community of professionals
* Working, well-crafted software
* Steadily adding value while responding to change
* Productive partnerships and collaboration
The community is supported by Codurance, a software consultancy whose experienced engineers, principals and senior leadership bring practical insight into software delivery, modernisation, quality, architecture and emerging technologies such as AI.
Alongside Codurance, the community is also supported by local partners such as Lloyds Banking Group and venue hosts who help us create valuable, practical and inclusive events for the Bristol software engineering community.
Software Crafters Bristol aims to provide a fun, safe and inclusive space for all members. Please take time to read our Code of Conduct - it applies to every community member and the events we deliver in any venue. If you have any concerns or questions please contact one of the organisers for support.
We aim to curate a program of events that meet the needs and interests of our members. You can also contact Codurance at [hello@codurance.com](mailto:natalie.gray@codurance.com) to discuss any aspect of the community - topics, themes, speaking, hosting etc.
We hope to meet you soon!
Upcoming events
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Architecture in Action: Kata with Lloyds Banking Group
lloyds, 10 Canons Way, Bristol, BS1 5LF, GBSoftware Crafters Bristol is back and we’re kicking things off in style!
We’re thrilled to relaunch in Bristol in partnership with Lloyds Banking Group, the UK’s largest digital bank, bringing you a hands-on Architecture Kata designed exclusively for this event.
Join us for a high-energy evening of collaboration, problem-solving and real-world software architecture, led by Melanie Harris, Senior Enterprise Architect, alongside an experienced team of technologists from Lloyds Banking Group.
The session will be supported by senior engineering leads from Codurance, including Sam Griffiths, Principal Platform Engineer; Mattsi Jansky, Senior Software Craftsperson; and Chris Willis, Engagement Manager.
It’s a great opportunity to learn from some of the best in the industry while working through a practical, hands-on architecture challenge!
The Architecture Kata itself (if you’re not too familiar with the term, we just mean an Architectural challenge) has been designed by Lloyds Banking Group specifically for this event, so this is an opportunity to work on something that is truly unique.
This event is all about exploring software architecture in a fun and engaging way, so expect dynamic discussions, real-world scenarios, and plenty of takeaways to level up your knowledge of technical architecture and design.
What to expect
- Hands-on team challenge: You’ll be introduced to the problem, split into teams, and tasked with designing a solution architecture. No prior architecture experience needed… just curiosity and problem-solving.
- Real-world decision making: Navigate trade-offs, engage with a Product Owner, and make the kinds of decisions that shape real systems.
- Showcase and discussion: Present your ideas, compare approaches, and spark lively debate with others in the Bristol tech community.
This is your chance to sharpen your thinking, meet like-minded people, and experience solution architecture in a practical, engaging way.
Who should attend
Anyone in Bristol or the surrounding areas with an interest in software, engineering, or problem-solving, across all industries and experience levels.Food and Drinks
Pizza and drinks will be provided upon arrival sponsored by Codurance, with vegetarian and vegan options available.Want to bring a friend? Great! Just ask them to RSVP so we know they are coming.
Register today!
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Past events
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