Much Ado About Nullable - C# Nullable Reference Types Explained

πŸ“… Thursday, March 12, 2026
πŸ• 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
πŸ“ 700N Conference Room , Louisville , Kentucky

Explore C# Nullable Reference Types with speaker Matthew Hess, a Microsoft MVP, as we dig into why this feature exists and how to use it effectively.

Join us for an in-depth exploration of C# Nullable Reference Types with Matthew Hess, a Microsoft MVP and software engineer who has been working with C# since version 2.

Session Abstract

In 2019 (C# 8.0) Microsoft introduced a feature that has generated a lot of confusion, debate and outright dissent. I’m talking about Nullable Reference Types. In this presentation, I we dig into this feature, explore why it exists, what problem it tries to solve, how it works, and how people have critiqued it, so that you as a programmer can decide if and how you want to use it.

Event Schedule

  • 6:00 PM - Doors Open & Networking
  • 6:30 PM - Main Presentation: Much Ado About Nullable
  • 7:45 PM - Q&A and Discussion
  • 8:00 PM - Networking Continues (optional after-event at Brick House Tavern)

About Louisville .NET

The Louisville .NET Meetup is a community of developers passionate about Microsoft technologies, .NET development, and continuous learning. We meet monthly to share knowledge, network, and explore the latest in software development.

Amenities

  • πŸ• Free food and drinks provided by TEKsystems
  • πŸ’» In-person or virtual attendance options
  • 🀝 Networking opportunities with local .NET developers
  • 🍻 Optional after-event gathering at Brick House Tavern

Virtual Attendees: Watch live on twitch.tv/TaleLearnCode

Location Details

700N Conference Room
700 N Hurstbourne Pkwy
Louisville, KY 40222

Format: Hybrid (In-person + Virtual)


Please RSVP on Meetup.com, so we know how much food to prepare!