Hey, UXers and Designers in Thessaloniki and Greece! October is here again, so let's mark our calendars for this year's Hacktoberfest!
On Saturday, October 17th, 2026, we will join the Thessaloniki UX Meetup for a full-day event to build tools and solutions with open-weight models and open-source AI.
We will start with a presentation by George Kamtziridis from fromScratch Studio on how coding agents are affecting production environments and what we've learned from using them so far. Then we form teams, each team gets a random product brief, and designers and developers work side by side for two hours to turn an idea into a working solution. Each team gets three minutes to demo live, the audience votes, and we crown the Hacktoberfest 2026 winners.
Expect presentations, hands-on building, vibrant discussions, co-designing and co-developing, and plenty of networking with chill seaside vibes.
Seats are limited, and pre-registration is required. Register here.
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Thessaloniki UX Meetup, Oct 2026: Full-Day Hackathon with Open-Weight Models and Open-Source AI
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What is an IxDF Local Group and why should I join one?
An IxDF Local Group connects you with people in your city who are building and applying design skills in their work. Together, you'll strengthen your craft, expand your network, and put theory into practice.
IxDF Local Groups meet regularly in person at cafés, company offices, or creative spaces to share ideas, give feedback, run workshops, and learn from each other. Many groups also organize IxDF Design Dinners, where the conversation goes deeper over a meal. These aren't just social events. Members find collaborators, clients, job leads, and future teammates through them.
You'll also have access to a private online forum where you can get career advice, honest feedback, and support from people who understand the work.
You don't need to have a "designer" title to join. If you care about how design shapes products, careers, and organizations, you belong here.
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Some examples of what you'll find:
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I'm not even a designer. Should I still join an IxDF Local Group?
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Design skills make you more effective in any role. Product managers, developers, marketers, researchers, and founders all work better when they understand how to think like a designer.
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You don’t need to be a designer to have a seat at the table. IxDF Pune
Curiosity and good coffee are the only requirements. IxDF Santo Domingo
From designers to business thinkers, every voice adds value. IxDF Bordeaux
You don’t need to be a designer to think creatively. IxDF Chennai
Everyone here learns from each other and grows together. IxDF Salvador
