Idaho Technology Council (http://www.idahotechcouncil.org):  The Idaho Technology Council provides a valuable networking resource for industry executives, potential partners, academic leaders, investors, government and customers. They exist to connect, inform and promote the technology companies in Idaho and is dedicated to foster the growth of technology companies in the state, primarily in the areas of information technology, agriscience, and energy. The ITC advocates for creating a strong, innovative technology ecosystem and a high quality, high paid workforce.

Idaho TechConnect (http://www.idahotechconnect.com): TechConnect maintains a resource file of business professionals interested in opportunities to join new and existing business teams. They actively support Kickstand networking events, as well as organize TechLaunch, an annual business pitch contest designed to educate and provide a stage for entrepreneurs and students to practice and hone their pitch in front of the business/investment community. TechConnect also operates Kickstand chapters in Moscow, Twin Falls and Idaho Falls. 

Kickstand (www.kickstand.org): As an entrepreneur support organization, Kickstand’s overriding mission is to help their members’ network, learn and grow. Kickstand meetings are held the second Thursday of every month at 5:30pm at the Watercooler in Boise’s Linen District at 14th & Idaho.  Events to put on your calendar are the annual Startup Speed Dating and Idavation

Girls in Tech (www.girlsintechboise.com): Girls in Tech is a social network enterprise focused on the engagement, education and empowerment of like-minded, professional, intelligent and influential women in technology. Girls in Tech meet every first Wednesday of the month at 12:00 noon at the BSU Downtown Center on Main. Directions: http://sspa.boisestate.edu/centeronmain/location/

Tech Boise (http://techboise.com): They spotlight the people and companies making a difference in Boise, Meridian, and the greater Treasure Valley. They currently hold monthly meetups at The WaterCooler and Nebula Shift, and cover a variety of topics from tech startups to STEM education to the valley's most innovative companies.

Tech Boise Boise Open Coffee Club (TBOCC) – founded by Ryan Woodings, Founder/CEO of MetaGeek and Mark Solon, Highway 12 Ventures. TBOCC occurs the last Friday of every month at Cole Marr Coffee House in Bodo from 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. The motivated folks engaged in the startup and creative communities of Boise will gather regularly and more frequently, share ideas, build strong relationships and work more closely with each other. Geeks, freaks, lawyers, students, investors, marketers, and even government types are welcome. If you’ve got an genuine desire to see Boise develop a better ecosystem for startups to thrive and a have positive attitude, consider yourself welcome. For more information go to: http://www.highway12ventures.com/2011/04/27/techboise-open-coffee-club/

Boise Code Camp (BoiseCodeCamp.com): Boise Code Camp & TechFest is an annual event featuring 2 days on non-stop tech sessions on a variety of software, process and methodology related topics. 
                Treasure Valley User Groups

Code Camp is all about the community, and what could be more community-focused than our local user groups. If you aren't attending a regular gathering of professionals focused on your area of interest, you are missing out! Try one of these Treasure Valley user groups.

•          Boise .NET User Group (NETDug): NETDUG is local group of Software Developer who meet regularly to discuss Microsoft Technologies. Each month has a featured speaker, product giveaways and community networking. Meetings are at 6:30 3^rd Thursday of the month at the Microsoft Building downtown. Jobs board is here: http://www.netdug.com/jobs

•          South East Idaho .NET User Group (SEINUG). A meeting place for like-minded geeks in SouthEast Idaho to get together and discuss and explore Microsoft .NET technologies. Everyone is welcome, whether you are an experienced guru or just dabbling in your curiosities. To get on their email distribution list go to http://www.seinug.com/

•          Boise Software Developers Group (BSDG): BSDG is a discussion environment for developers and IT professionals focusing on building real-world solutions using the various development platforms, but focusing mainly on the Microsoft.NET platform.  Meets every 1th Thursday of the month at the Washington Group building at 720 Park Blvd. in Boise, Idaho [get directions].  Meetings start at 7:00, please show up early. Job board is here: http://www.bsdg.org/jobs

•          Boise SQL Server Users Group: They are affiliated with the Professional Association for SQL Server, a world-wide SQL Server Users Group.  They have meetings on the second Tuesday of every month except December. They meet at the Microsoft Offices on the 4th floor of the Idaho Independent Bank Building, 401 W. Front Street, 4th Floor N. Fork Room, Boise. Their meetings begin at 5:30 and usually last till about 7:30pm.  Refreshments are usually available.

•          Boise Area VMware User Group (VMUG): The VMware User Group is an independent, global, customer-led organization, which maximizes members’ use of VMware and partner solutions through knowledge sharing, training, collaboration, and events. Visit their Facebook page to sign up: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Boise-Idaho-Vmware-User-Group/159464447437478?v=wall#!/pages/Boise-Idaho-Vmware-User-Group/159464447437478

•          Idaho PC Users Group: They are Idaho's oldest and only PC User Group open to all users of the personal computers.  Founded in 1984, the IPCUG has been a resource to both new and advanced users of Personal Computers.  The Idaho PC Users Group's General Meeting is held the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm.  Go to http://idahopcug.apcug.org/ for more information.

•          Boise Linux User Group: The Boise Linux User Group was founded by the Idaho PC User Group as a special interest group (SIG) that meets once a month on the first Thursday of each month. Now taking the name of Boise Linux User Group and with a membership list of around 50 members, meeting attendance is generally around 10 or more depending on the topic and amount of interest providing for varied discussions, not necessarily on-topic, and for networking with other Linux users. Visit http://www.boiselug.org for current information on meetings and meeting notes.  

Adobe Developers of Idaho (http://www.meetup.com/ria-13/): Learn the latest tools and techniques using Adobe development tools. Find other developers that are using Flex, Adobe Air, Cold Fusion along with other programming languages to create Rich Internet Applications.  Beginners and advanced developers are welcome! Join the Meetup Group here: http://www.meetup.com/ria-13/

Boise Web Technologies Meetup Group (http://www.meetup.com/boisewebtechs/): Boise Web Technologies meetup group is a place where all web professionals in the Boise area can come together to learn, network, share, and of course eat. Programmers, designers, developers, social media gurus, SEO pros, business owners, and anyone else are welcome to attend. They are devoted to bridging the gap between technical gurus and employers who want to get the job done! Talks tend to center around open source and client-side technologies, but we are in no way limited to these topics. They meet on the 4th Thursday of every month at 6:00pm in the 2nd floor conference room in the U.S. Bank building. The food is sponsored by Bodybuilding.com and the venue is sponsored by Volt.

The Institute of Electronics and Electrical Engineers (IEEE) Boise Section (http://ieeeboise.org): IEEE is the world's largest professional association for the advancement of technology. The Boise section and its technical society chapters have numerous technical, professional development, and social/networking events throughout the year. IEEE membership is encouraged but not required to participate in most of these events. Information about upcoming events can be found on the section and chapter web sites. The local chapters include:

• Boise Computer Society (http://www.ewh.ieee.org/r6/boise/computer/)
• Electron Device Society Boise Chapter (http://ewh.ieee.org/r6/boise/eds/)
• Boise Joint Chapter of the Power Engineering & Industry Applications Societies (http://ieeeboise.org/chapters/peis/)

Startup Weekend Idaho (http://idaho.startupweekend.org/): Startup Weekends are weekend-long, hands-on experiences where entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs can find out if startup ideas are viable.  On average, half of Startup Weekend’s attendees have technical backgrounds, the other half have business backgrounds. Beginning with open mic pitches on Friday, attendees bring their best ideas and inspire others to join their team. Over Saturday and Sunday teams focus on customer development, validating their ideas, practicing LEAN Startup Methodologies and building a minimal viable product. On Sunday evening teams demo their prototypes and receive valuable feedback from a panel of experts.

Social Media Club Boise: The Social Media Club Boise host conversations that explore key issues facing our community as technologies transform the way we connect, communicate, collaborate and relate to each other. Social Media Club enables you to explore your personal and professional passions by helping you connect with a community of your peers based on both geography and areas of interest. They exist to ensure that the world of Social Media does not become an echo chamber of self-reinforcing thoughts, but is instead fueled by diversity of opinion and perspective. For more information on the events they host go to: http://www.facebook.com/SMCBoise

TechHelp Solutions (http://techhelp.org/): TechHelp manufacturing specialists provide technical and professional assistance, training and information to Idaho manufacturers, processors and inventors to help them strengthen their global competitiveness. They offer advanced manufacturing services that help Idaho companies drive bottom line savings and top line growth. They hold events and training year-round. For more information on the events go to: http://techhelp.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=calendar.main

BSU, Idaho Small Business Development Center (http://www.idahosbdc.org/): The Idaho Small Business Development Center (Idaho SBDC) is a university-based organization offering confidential no-cost business consulting and low-cost training to help small businesses and entrepreneurs start and grow. The Idaho SBDC offers a continual schedule of affordable workshops, conferences, and special events; each designed to teach practical, hands-on small business management skills. Topics include marketing, cash flow, financial statements, business valuation, sales, bookkeeping, accounting, strategic planning and much more. For current event schedule go to: http://www.idahosbdc.org/Events.aspx?mode=3&area=Region+III&days=90

BSU, Technology and Entrepreneurial Center (BSU Tech Center) (http://www.bsutecenter.com/about_us/) : Located on Boise State University's West Campus in Nampa, the TECenter offers start-up and early stage technology company entrepreneurs the expertise, networks and tools they need to succeed. They offer a number of trainings and networking events. For a current schedule go to: http://www.bsutecenter.com/News___Events/

Idaho Treasure Valley SCORE Counselors to America’s Small Business (http://www.idahotvscore.org): SCORE "Counselors to America's Small Business" is a nonprofit association dedicated to entrepreneur education and the formation, growth and success of small business nationwide. SCORE is a resource partner with the U.S Small Business Administration (SBA). SCORE offers one-day workshops that cover the major factors that are essential to establish or grow a small business. For a current workshop schedule go to: http://www.idahotvscore.org/workshops.php

META (MicroEnterprise Training & Assistance)(http://www.metaidaho.org): A nonprofit provider of direct and supportive small business assistance to new Americans, women, minorities, and other low- to moderate-income entrepreneurs in southwest and south central Idaho. T META specializes in providing direct microloans, one-on-one consulting, and business plan training classes. These and other resources give META clients the tools to prosper and contribute to the economic vitality in the communities in which they live. Trainings are listed here: http://www.metaidaho.org/services.aspx and the events are here: http://www.metaidaho.org/eventscalendar.aspx

The CORE (Idaho’s Coalition for Innovation) (http://www.thecoreidaho.com/): The CORE is a technology, health care, and education enterprise zone in Meridian that will add new emphasis to Idaho’s Project 60 economic development initiative. Here the City of Meridian, Idaho State University and partners are preparing a technically proficient workforce for the region’s fastest-growing industries. For more information on contacting the partners within the CORE go to: http://www.thecoreidaho.com/contact.php

Meridian ETC (Entrepreneur Think-Tank Co-Operative): (http://www.MeridianETC.com): An Entrepreneur success development center where members participate in the ownership, operation & profits of the co-op. Profits accrue through rents, membership fees, special training and events and, in the future, a retail space that will feature local products.  Focused on building the small business community through creative, co-operative collaboration.  Not just tech-specific.