Code and Coffee #23
- Date
- 2026-05-09
- Location
- Hai Bà Trưng, Hà Nội, Vietnam
- Host
- Code Beavers Meetup
About this event
Code and Coffee #23 is a simple idea done well: good coffee, real conversation, and time set aside to talk shop with people who care about building things. If you want a meetup that feels approachable, useful, and easy to drop into without pressure, this Saturday afternoon gathering in Hai Bà Trưng is a strong place to start. What Is This? Code and Coffee #23 is an in-person community meetup for people who like code, creativity, and thoughtful conversation. The format is intentionally relaxed: instead of a packed stage schedule or formal presentations, the focus is on meeting people, sharing what you’re working on, and spending time in a setting that makes it easy to talk. This kind of event works well because it removes the friction that keeps people from connecting. You do not need to arrive with a polished project, a perfect introduction, or a long list of achievements. You can come as you are, grab a drink, find a table, and start from there. At its core, this meetup is about building a stronger local tech and maker community through repeated, low-pressure face time. The "#23" tells you this is part of an ongoing series, which usually means the room includes a mix of regulars and new faces. That balance tends to create a welcoming atmosphere: people already know the rhythm, and there is always space for someone attending for the first time. What to Expect Expect a casual Saturday afternoon with plenty of room for conversation. Rather than rushing through a rigid agenda, the event gives people time to settle in, move between discussions, and connect naturally around shared interests. You can likely spend your time in a few different ways depending on what you want out of the afternoon: Meet new people in the local coding and startup-adjacent community Talk through ideas you are exploring, whether they are technical, creative, or career-related Share current work and get informal reactions from peers Ask questions about tools, learning paths, workflows, or next steps Sit down and focus for a bit if you enjoy working alongside other motivated people The best conversations at events like this are usually the practical ones. Someone explains how they approached a bug, chose a framework, switched roles, found a learning resource, or stayed consistent on a side project. Those exchanges may sound small, but they often turn into the most useful part of the day. Because the meetup centers around coffee and community, the tone should feel social without becoming noisy or overly performative. You are there to connect, but you do not need to network in a forced way. A quick introduction can turn into a long technical discussion, a collaboration idea, or simply a familiar face for the next event. Why Attend A lot of people want community around their work but do not want the intensity of large conferences or highly curated networking nights. This meetup fills that gap. It gives you a reliable place to have grounded conversations with others who understand the satisfaction and frustration that come with building, learning, debugging, and shipping. If you are early in your journey, you will leave with something valuable: a clearer sense of what others are learning, making, and struggling with right now. If you are more experienced, this is a good setting to offer perspective, trade notes, and stay connected to the energy of the broader community. There is also real value in showing up regularly to local events like this. Familiarity compounds. The first time, you meet a few people. The next time, you continue a conversation. Over time, those light connections can become collaborators, referral sources, accountability partners, or friends. Community is rarely built in one big moment; it grows through afternoons exactly like this one. You should also come if you simply miss being around people who are curious and making things. Working alone can be productive, but it can also get narrow. A few hours in a room full of thoughtful peers can reset your motivation and help you leave with fresh ideas. Practical Details This event takes place in person in Hai Bà Trưng, Vietnam on Saturday, May 9 at 2:00 PM GMT+7. The in-person format matters: it is easier to have spontaneous conversations, read the room, and build a more natural connection when people are sharing the same space. Since this is a coffee-centered meetup, plan for a comfortable, informal setting where you can talk in small groups. It is a good idea to arrive ready for a mix of socializing and discussion, and to bring whatever helps you participate easily if needed, such as a laptop, notebook, or examples of what you have been working on. A few ways to get more from the afternoon: Come with one or two topics you would genuinely like to discuss Be ready to introduce yourself simply: what you do, what you are learning, or what you are building Stay open to unplanned conversations rather than trying to optimize every minute Make note of people you want to follow up with after the event If you have been meaning to meet more people in the local community, get out of your usual routine, or spend a few hours around others who care about code, Code and Coffee #23 is a practical, easy yes. Show up, start one conversation, and let the afternoon build from there.
Who should attend
If you enjoy thoughtful conversation, practical tech talk, and meeting people in a relaxed setting, you will likely feel at home here. - **You’re a developer, engineer, or technical builder** who wants to meet others outside of your usual team, company, or online circles. - **You’re learning to code or changing into a technical path** and want a friendlier first step than a formal conference or intimidating networking event. - **You’re working on a side project** and would benefit from casual feedback, accountability, or simply talking through your ideas with people who get it. - **You like community spaces that are low-pressure** where you can drop in, have a real conversation, and not feel like you need to perform. - **You’re a founder, product-minded builder, designer, or creative technologist** who wants to connect with people making things locally. - **You want to build local relationships over time** instead of collecting random contacts, and you understand that showing up consistently is how community starts to feel real. If any of that sounds like you, this is the kind of meetup where a single good conversation can make the afternoon worth it.