Practical Sessions & Tech Community

Workshops, collaboration and practical sessions in Leicester.

We are developing opportunities for practical technology workshops, knowledge sharing and community collaboration in Leicester. A collaborative environment for founders, engineers, ops directors, and tech groups.

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Work in progress · Coming soon

Future sessions & workshops

Interested in practical AI, business systems, cybersecurity or software workshops? Tell us which topics would be useful. Session dates, agendas and registration details are currently a work in progress and will be published as soon as confirmed.

Hands-onTechnical Workshop · Leicester
ERP Migration & ConfigurationWork in progress · Coming soon

Mastering ERP Migration: Moving from Legacy Systems to Odoo

A practical, technical walkthrough exploring database mapping, reconciliation checks, bank feed integration, and how to configure standard modules to avoid custom-code bloat.

Proposed topic / session:NovaDot Business Systems Team
DiscussionCommunity Discussion · Leicester
Practical Automation & AIWork in progress · Coming soon

Bounded AI in Real Business Operations

A practical discussion with regional practitioners examining where automation and AI models deliver proven operational value versus where speculative projects struggle.

Proposed topic / session:NovaDot team (open to co-facilitators)
EngineeringEngineering Session · Leicester
Modern Web ArchitectureWork in progress · Coming soon

Modern Static & Edge Architectures for Scalable Web Services

Compare static and dynamic website architectures, including performance, hosting costs, updates and ongoing security responsibilities.

Proposed topic / session:NovaDot Engineering Team

Collaboration spaces

Flexible spaces for meetings and collaboration

Tell us your proposed format and group size so we can discuss whether the Leicester space may be suitable. Include any presentation, internet or equipment requirements in your enquiry.

Access notice: The office is on the first floor and reached by stairs only (no lift).

Gatherings & presentations

Meeting & Presentation Space

Arrangement: Flexible layout for team and group discussions

A practical space for presentations, team alignment, technical talks and community user group discussions.

Facilities & setup:

  • Display screen for presentations and demonstrations
  • High-speed Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Flexible seating arrangements
  • Natural daylight and whiteboard area
Well suited for:

Tech talks, project demos, team alignment sessions, community meetups.

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Technical working sessions

Workshop & Collaboration Space

Arrangement: Practical workspace for hands-on collaboration

A working environment designed for collaborative sessions, architecture reviews, coding walkthroughs and ERP configuration.

Facilities & setup:

  • Work tables with power access
  • High-speed Wi-Fi network
  • Whiteboard space for mapping workflows and architecture
  • Breakout space for informal discussion
Well suited for:

Technical workshops, workflow mapping, ERP walkthroughs, collaborative reviews.

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Focused strategic meetings

Focus & Discussion Space

Arrangement: Small-group advisory and planning meetings

A quiet room for leadership roundtables, steering committee reviews and confidential project planning.

Facilities & setup:

  • Conference table and seating
  • Screen sharing for remote participants
  • Dedicated space for confidential discussions
  • Whiteboard for strategic planning
Well suited for:

Steering committees, technical roadmapping, leadership reviews.

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Open collaboration

A tech environment open to everyone

We believe high-value tech progress happens when practitioners, founders, and operators have a neutral space to meet, exchange practical knowledge and compare experiences.

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Founders & Growing Teams

Compare architectural options, discuss system challenges and connect with peers without sales pressure.

02

Engineers & Architects

Discuss real code, frameworks, integrations and deployment patterns with fellow practitioners.

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Operations Leaders

Gain clarity on ERP choices, data reconciliation, workflow automation and vendor arrangements.

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Community Organisers

Looking for a Leicester venue for a user group? We welcome community collaboration proposals.

Event collaboration

Plan a session or discuss space

We welcome community meetup organisers, user groups, and tech businesses looking for a professional, collaborative space in Leicester. Tell us about your planned session.

✓ Community collaboration proposals

We welcome community collaboration proposals. Availability, costs, equipment and any support would be agreed for each activity.

✓ Technical discussion

Work directly with practitioners who understand code, systems, ERP and deployment.

✓ Leicester location

A convenient East Midlands base easily reached via road and rail connections.

Space & attendance enquiry

Submit your enquiry directly to NovaDot. We will discuss suitability and availability before any booking is confirmed. You can also email hello@novadot.co.uk directly.

Location & logistics

Getting to NovaDot

Conveniently situated in Leicester, our office connects easily to transport links across the Midlands and the wider UK.

Office Address

NOVADOT LTD

First Floor, 18B Tithe Street, Leicester, LE5 4BN

Access notice:

The office is on the first floor and is reached by stairs only; there is no lift. Please discuss access requirements with us before arranging a visit.

Meetings and events strictly by confirmed booking or registration.

Rail Connections

Plan your journey to Leicester station using National Rail or travel planners, and check local onward connections to Tithe Street.

Direct train services run to Leicester from London St Pancras, Birmingham New Street, Nottingham, Derby and Sheffield. Please check live timetables for current journey details.

Visiting & Travel

Easily accessible from the M1 and Leicester central road network (A47 / St Peters Way).

  • Please ask about parking arrangements when planning a visit.
  • First floor premises reached by stairs only (no lift).
  • Sessions and visits arranged in advance only.

Have an event or workshop in mind?

Speak directly with our team to discuss suitability, dates and collaboration arrangements.

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