NYC Code and Coffee 89 at Datadog HQ

A quick round before people choose their focus

Near the beginning, organizers plan to share announcements, updates and logistics, then invite each attendee to introduce themselves in no more than seven seconds. The prompts cover a name, coding and non-coding subjects they would like to discuss, and whether they have a job opening to share or are looking for work.

After the circle, attendees can work on a project or spend the gathering socializing; neither choice is required. New York Code & Coffee describes the meetup as informal coworking and says the group welcomes dev-curious people, aspiring developers and professionals at all skill levels.

Further reading: NYC Code and Coffee 89 at Datadog HQ, Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 2:00 PM | MeetupBending Spoons ↗ · New York Code & Coffee | MeetupBending Spoons ↗

React problems, compared in the browser

A separately listed session, “Optimizing React Apps,” gives the afternoon a focused technical option. Charles Inwald is scheduled to examine performance problems including unnecessary re-renders, state and Context in the wrong places, lists that have not been virtualized, and oversized bundles.

Rather than rely on slides alone, Inwald plans to compare slower and improved versions of apps in live demonstrations timed in the browser. The listing identifies him as a full-stack developer and React enthusiast who previously worked at Apple and startups.

This hour has a specific RSVP condition: attendees must be RSVP’d to the main meetup, not on its waitlist. The main gathering and the technical session have separate listings, so check the session’s condition when planning to attend it.

Further reading: Optimizing React Apps, Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 3:00 PM | MeetupBending Spoons ↗ · NYC Code and Coffee 89 at Datadog HQ, Sun, Nov 8, 2026, 2:00 PM | MeetupBending Spoons ↗

The group’s conduct policy applies beyond the meetup room

New York Code & Coffee’s policy commits to a harassment-free environment for people across experience levels and identities, including disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, age and religion. It prohibits harassment and intimidation, as well as sexual language or imagery, and applies at event venues and related social activities.

Participants can report a concern to an organizer or anonymously. The policy says organizers may warn or remove someone who violates its rules; anonymous reports can be investigated but do not allow direct follow-up with the person reporting.

Further reading: Code of Conduct ↗