About this event
Brighton Py & Brighton R Meetup on 2026-09-10 in Brighton, UK brings Python and R enthusiasts together for informal talks, project demos, and socialising after the sessions. This in-person gathering is hosted by Datacove, a Brighton-based Data and Analytics consultancy, with support from Silicon Brighton. The event runs from 18:00 to 20:00, with talks starting around 18:30–18:45 and drinks and pizza served from 18:00. After the formal programme, attendees are invited to continue conversations at a local pub.
What to expect:
- A friendly, inclusive community for all skill levels—whether you’re curious, learning, or already experienced in Python or R
- Informal talks covering real-world data experiences, projects, and challenges, plus opportunities to showcase your own work
- A chance to connect with local data practitioners, share ideas, and get feedback from peers
- Post-event networking and social time to unwind with drinks
About the talk format and topics:
- The event emphasises learning through conversation and shared experiences in Python and R environments, with potential discussions around data analytics, Shiny, reporting, and process automation insofar as they relate to Python/R workflows
- Attendees are encouraged to propose short talks about impactful projects or interesting data challenges, or to present a personal project you’re proud of
- The organising team invites speakers to reach out via admin@datacove.co.uk to present at future meetups
Why you should attend:
- If you’re building with Python or R, this is a practical, community-driven space to pick up tips, learn new techniques, and gain inspiration from real-world data work
- It’s a relaxed, face-to-face setting with opportunities to network with local data professionals and hobbyists, plus a social element that extends the conversation beyond the talks
- This meetup is part of a broader Brighton data and analytics community ecosystem, supported by Silicon Brighton and led by Datacove
Event details:
- Date: Thursday, 10 September 2026
- Time: 18:00 to 20:00 (talks start around 18:30–18:45)
- Location: Brighton, UK (in-person)
- Format: Informal talks, followed by socialising at a nearby pub
- Organiser: Datacove (with support from Silicon Brighton)
- Registration: Attendees can register guests and spread the word; contact admin@datacove.co.uk to speak
Who should attend:
- Python and R users, data analysts, developers, and anyone curious about working with code to analyse and present d
