Metric algebraic geometry concerns the “interplay of metric concepts with algebraic objects.” Metric Algebraic Geometry: Starting Local is an opportunity participants to prepare for the Spring 2027 semester program at ICERM, Metric Algebraic Geometry: Going Global. This informal event will feature talks and discussion on topics covering the full range of metric algebraic geometry. If you are interested in traveling to Leipzig for this event, please contact one of the organizers.