This lecture introduces Meetup, a popular online platform for finding social groups and events all over the world. Meetup allows users to meet new people, share hobbies, and pursue their passions together in-person, and virtually. In this lecture, you’ll also learn about finding and starting groups on the platform.
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With a background in communications, Johnny worked in television production and print journalism fields until he made “the best career change” to become a Technology Trainer for Senior Planet in 2019. A retired musician of 30+ years, Johnny is also passionate about music and feels that drumming has kept him young at heart and healthy all around. Johnny combines his passions for technology education and music at Senior Planet. You can find him teaching Drum Circle and many technology lectures and demos online!
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