user groups

Our region has many groups that focus on specific IT subjects and technologies, ranging from large affiliates of national organizations to small local specialized groups. Our goal is to make it easy for you to find and join the group that serves your interest. Please review this list of organizations and follow its link to learn more about it.

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GroupDescriptionMeets
Cincinnati .NET Users Group (CINNUG) The focus of the presentations is on learning and utilizing the .Net framework to the fullest extent, best practices, and cutting edge programming tools and new technologies. Check Calendar
Cincinnati SQL Server User Group (CincySQL) Come meet other local SQL Server professionals, share ideas, and exchange advice while listening to a quality presentation on current database products, techniques and issues 2nd Thursday of each month
CINJUG (Cincinnati Java Users Group) We are a community of software engineers and architects dedicated to providing the Cincinnati area with comprehensive Java related education and fundamentals. 4th Tuesday monthly
CPCUG Cincinnati PC Users Group The User Group strives to lead the community to find new constructive uses for computers and their associated technologies. 2nd Monday of each month
Greater Cincinnati Oracle User Group Our group is a network of hundreds of information systems professionals from Southwest Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Southeast Indiana. Check Calendar
CLUG Cincinnati Linux Users Group We have discovered GNU/Linux and want to talk to others who have made the same discovery. 4th Saturday of the month
Cincinnati Network Professional Association (CiNPA) To Unify, Support, and Represent the Network Professionals of the Greater Cincinnati Area. 1st Wed of the month
Cincinnati Programmer’s Guild (CincyPG) The Cincinnati Programmers' Guild is founded on the premise that the art of software design is best practiced with a sense of craftsmanship and personal responsibility. Our objectives are to educate our members and the general public about the art of software design, establish and administer a formal certification system, promote the software design professions, and engage in community service. Check Calendar
Southwest Ohio Chapter of the Data Management Association We are a professional, non-profit organization dedicated to providing value to our members through our participation in and advocacy for best practices in any of the following technologies: Business Intelligence; Data Warehousing; Information/Data Resource Management; Enterprise IT Architecture. Check Calendar
Ohio Valley Oracle Applications Users Group The OVOAUG is a group of financial, accounting, manufacturing, and information systems professionals dedicated to increasing the knowledge and understanding of the Oracle Applications. Check Calendar
Cincinnati Chapter of Information Systems Security Association The primary goal of the ISSA is to promote management practices that will ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information resources. The ISSA facilitates interaction and education to create a more successful environment for global information systems security and for the professionals involved. 2nd Wednesday of the Month
Cincinnati Chapter of the Software Process Improvement Network Cincinnati SPIN serves as a forum for representatives of companies, universities and government agencies throughout the Greater Cincinnati area to participate in sharing ideas, experiences and lessons learned in process improvement for software development, ongoing operations and support services. 2nd Wed of the Month
Greater Cincinnati Information Systems Audit and Control Association It's main purpose continues to be helping members learn more about information system audit, security, and controls. Another major goal is to help members socialize with their peers. Check Calendar
ORVAIIM We are committed to developing professional growth and knowledge in the Document Management technologies, through chapter events, educational programs and assistance which promote the exchange of ideas and shared experiences among the membership and our customers. Check Calendar
Cincinnati Chapter of the Black Data Processing Association a global member-focused technology organization that delivers programs and services for the professional well being of its stakeholders. Check Calendar
Cincinnati SharePoint User's Group (SPUG) Cincy SPUG aims to provide a forum for the exchange of information, knowledge and experiences among SharePoint customers, technology partners, service providers, experts and enthusiasts involved in the business process, technical design, development and implementation of Microsoft SharePoint software and related software of disciplines in the greater and surrounding area of Cincinnati. https://cincyspug.securespsites.com/default.aspx 1st Thursday of the Month
Cincinnati XP/Agile (XPCincinnati) To promote and educate members on agile and extreme programming techniques. 1st Tuesday of the Month
Cincinnati Infragrad (CinIG) InfraGard is a Federal Bureau of Investigation program. It is a local effort to gain support from the information technology industry and academia for the FBI’s investigative efforts in the cyber arena. InfraGard and the FBI have developed a relationship of trust and credibility in the exchange of information concerning various terrorism, intelligence, criminal, and security matters. Check Calendar
(CinIEEE) Cincinnati Chapter of the IEEE strives to: increase perceived value of IEEE membership; increase participation by college students; improve communication channels; and increase local visibility of IEEE. 4th Thursday of the Month
OVLIGITSMF IT Service Management Forum USA (itSMF USA) enables member organizations to achieve measurable operational excellence by introducing, developing and promoting IT Service Management Best Practices. Check Calendar
PHP Users Group (OINK-PUG) This group was founded by a small but dedicated group of PHP developers with the aim of facilitating the acceptance of PHP within the local developer community and to mentor less experienced developers. 3rd Thursday of the Month
SW Ohio Chapter of the Project Management Institute The Southwest Ohio chapter strives to promote the profession of Project Management by and for its members, provide opportunities for project management education and professional development of its members, and provide a framework for professional networking and social interaction among its members. 3rd Wednesday of the Month
AppleSiders of Cincinnati (ASCin) To further the art, science and enjoyment of personal computing. 3rd Wednesday of the Month
Cincinnati 2600 (Cinci2600) To discuss the issues of computer security and promote safe computing. 1st Friday of the Month
SW Ohio Chapter of the Society for Technical Communication Our mission is to promote and advance the technical communication profession in Southwestern Ohio while recruiting and supporting members by providing professional development, networking, employment resources, and leadership opportunities. Check Calendar
S Ohio/N KY Business Objects User Group (SONKBOUG) User group membership is free and open to all Business Objects and Crystal Reports professionals, from end users to technical staff. Network with your peers and gain valuable (some would say extreme) insight to get the most from Business Objects products. Check Calendar
CinIIBA IIBA is the independent non-profit professional association serving the growing field of Business Analysis. Whatever your role -- requirements management, systems analysis, business analysis, requirements analysis, project management, or consulting, if you are involved in analysis for systems, business or process improvement, IIBA can help you do your job better. Check Calendar
Ohio Information Security Forum The Ohio Information Security Forum is a group of enthusiasts and professionals involved in information security, networking, system administration, Programming and engineering that come together to Learn security, Share knowledge and Discuss security issues 2nd Thursday of each month
Six Sigma User Group Cincinnati's first Six Sigma User Group was formed to help all Six Sigma professionals in Cincinnati share ideas, tips and techniques. 2nd Thursday
CinARC Cincinnati Software Architects User Group Special interest group discusses topics related to software architecture 3rd Thursday Monthly
iPhone / Mac Developer User Group The Cincinnati iPhone/Mac Developer User Group focuses on the Objective-C language and the Cocoa/Cocoa Touch frameworks. We meet together to learn best practices, new techniques, and the latest Mac development technologies. 3rd Thursday Monthly
OWASP (Open Web Application Security Project) OWASP is an open source project dedicated to finding and fighting the causes of insecure software. Check Calendar