ATD NEFL upcoming events

Vibe Coding for L&D: Your First Build with Claude Code (Thursday, September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Event Date:9/17/2026

Event Time: 12PM EST-1PM EST

Location: Virtual

Details: Zoom Link / Address

Title of the Event: Vibe Coding for L&D: Your First Build with Claude Code

Event Description:

What exactly is vibe coding, and what can learning and development professionals create with it? This beginner-friendly session will introduce vibe coding, explore practical ways it can support L&D work, and compare some of the tools available. Rachel will share examples from her own experience before guiding participants through their first hands-on build using Claude Code. No previous coding experience is required.

Participants will receive a short prework video explaining how to install Claude Code and Visual Studio Code so they can follow along during the session.

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

Define vibe coding and explain how it can support learning design and development.

Identify tools and practical use cases for creating AI-assisted learning experiences.

Use Claude Code to create and refine a simple interactive learning prototype.

Speaker #1:

Name: Rachel Weiss

Bio:

Rachel Weiss is an instructional designer and AI learning enablement practitioner who helps L&D professionals use AI to create interactive, scenario-based, and gamified learning experiences. She serves as Director of Technology for ATD Central Florida and created the Vibe Coding Workshop Series. Rachel has presented at the Canadian eLearning Conference and ATD Central Florida SHIFT Summit and is an upcoming speaker at DevLearn 2026 and Training 2027.

2026 ANNUAL EVENT! The Future UNLOCKED: Building Capabilities for a Modern Workforce (Wednesday, October 14, 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Join us for a dynamic day of professional development and networking to help you, your team, and your organization level up for the future of work!

The ATD Northeast Florida Future UNLOCKED Conference is designed to give you the skills necessary to promote a high-performing, agile, and engaged workforce at your organization today and tomorrow.

Key takeaways:

How to motivate multi-generational and hybrid work teams
How to balance human capital management with technology
How to integrate and leverage AI, big data and innovation
The latest in organizational and talent development best practices

Perfect for:

IO Psychologists, Learning & Organizational Development Professional, Instructional Designers, Coaches, Consultants, Human Resource Professionals, Emerging L&OD Professionals, and anyone aspiring to be ready for the future of work!

For groups of 3 or more, please contact programs@atdnefl.org for a discount code!

Coffee & Connections (Saturday, November 21, 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Join us for our monthly, casual networking meetup designed for meaningful conversation and authentic connection.

RSVP: FREE – Members & Non-Members!

Whether you’re growing your network or enjoy great conversations, we’d love to have you join us.

Mark your Calendar: 4th Saturday of the month (Except Nov & Dec)

Dates:11/21 • 12/19

Coffee & Connections (Saturday, December 19, 2026)

Sat, 19 Dec 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Join us for our last monthly, casual networking meetup designed for meaningful conversation and authentic connection for 2026!

RSVP: FREE – Members & Non-Members!

Whether you're growing your network or simply enjoy great conversations over coffee, we'd love to have you join us. Optional: Bring a white elephant gift to have a fun exchange!

Mark your Calendar: 4th Saturday of the month (Except Nov & Dec)