R is a free software environment for statistical computing, data analysis, and graphics. Although R is primarily used in academia, it is rapidly growing in use by major companies as well and is becoming increasingly more visible. One of the major strengths of R is the community-based nature of the project. From the original development to current maintenance and development, R is maintained by a growing community of members. This community is what we seek to foster with this group. The Seatt …

The goal of this group is to help newbie App Developers. Experienced App developers who would like to mentor novice members or would like to explore a new area are welcome too. There will be interactive talks on topics ranging from Technical, Project Management to End Experience Design. There will be opportunities for members to brainstorm App ideas and form virtual teams with defined roles of Program Manager, Designer, Programmer(s), Tester to implement those ideas under the guidance of a mento …

If you want to join a group that is focused on user research and usability, then this is the place! Come swap strategies and war stories with folks who are practicing user research and usability every day. Need help figuring out how to test your latest mobile app? Want to become a better interviewer? Looking for ideas to pitch your boss on a bigger usability budget? Whether you are the only researcher at your company, or 1 of 1,000 - your stories and strategies are needed!

The goal of Pacific Northwest Cloud and Connected Systems User Group (PNWCCSUG) is to educate, evangelize and inform the community about distributed software technologies. The group will specifically focus on the Microsoft Cloud and Connected Systems product stack which includes: Windows Azure, BizTalk Server, WF, WCF and other related technologies. The PNWCCSUG seeks to connect developers, architects, and IT decision makers in the Pacific Northwest region with best practices, architectural conc …