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SUMMARY:Bridging Communities for Inclusive Decision-Making
DESCRIPTION:📍Art Windsor-Essex (401 Riverside Dr W)👥💻 Hybrid \n\n\n\nThis event is being held as part of Hackforge’s Accessibility Series\, coinciding with National AccessAbility Week (May 26 – June 1) \n\n\n\nTo wrap up Hackforge’s week of accessibility programming\, we’re hosting a panel discussion on local accessibility issues. \n\n\n\nFeaturing representatives from various advocacy and assistance groups\, this event will explore local inclusion initiatives. David Best will moderate\, and audience members will be given the chance to ask questions. \n\n\n\nStay tuned for the complete list of panelists! \n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, June 1\, 2024 \n\n\n\nTime: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM \n\n\n\nLocation: Art Windsor-Essex (401 Riverside Dr W) and Online via Zoom \n\n\n\nRegister to attend online \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHackforge’s Accessibility Series is made possible with the support of Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/bridging-communities-for-inclusive-decision-making/
LOCATION:Art Windsor-Essex\, 401 Riverside Dr W\, Windsor\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Series,Hybrid
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SUMMARY:Intro to Rust
DESCRIPTION:📍Hackforge HQ\, (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210)👥💻 Hybrid \n\n\n\nThe Rust programming language has been steadily gaining popularity since its introduction in 2015. An all-purpose\, system-level language\, Rust allows experienced programmers to quickly write stable code. \n\n\n\nBring your laptop to this intermediate-level programming session\, and learn the basics of Rust! Regardless of what it is\, as long as you know at least one language\, you’ll be able to pick up Rust. \n\n\n\nThis session will offer a mixture of lecture-style instruction with hands-on activities\, so make sure you bring a machine with Rust pre-installed (https://www.rust-lang.org/tools/install). If you don’t have a computer\, please reach out to info@hackf.org and we’ll have one ready for you (quantities are limited!) \n\n\n\n📅 Wednesday\, June 5th \n\n\n\n⌚ 6-8 PM \n\n\n\n💲 Free \n\n\n\nRegister to attend In-Person in the RSVP box below \n\n\n\nRegister to attend Virtually via Zoom. \n\n\n\n“Through balancing powerful technical capacity and a great developer experience\, Rust gives you the option to control low-level details (such as memory usage) without all the hassle traditionally associated with such control.” – The Rust Programming Language
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/intro-to-rust/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Discover the Power of Agile: A Comprehensive Introduction to Agile Development
DESCRIPTION:📍Hackforge HQ\, (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210)👥💻 Hybrid \n\n\n\nAgile methodology is a standard project management technique\, used by companies in Windsor-Essex and around the world. Emphasizing iterative development and continuous improvement\, Agile allows teams to be nimble and efficient.   \n\n\n\nThis presentation introduces Agile methodology to developers and anyone interested in learning more about Agile.  Including covering its core principles\, key practices\, and benefits\, it aims to provide a foundational understanding of Agile\, highlighting its flexibility\, customer-focused approach\, and real-world success stories. \n\n\n\nIn this free introductory session\, attendees will learn from seasoned Agile practitioner Kathie Gifford.  \n\n\n\nKathie currently holds certifications for Agile:  Scrum Master (Level II)  Disciplined Agile Scrum Master\, Product Owner\, PMP (Project Management Professional) and Lean Agile Green Belt.  She is currently a Process Manager for Automation at a local financial institution and uses agile principles and methods in her work with multiple departments\, teams and squads. \n\n\n\nShow up with little to no knowledge of Agile\, and leave with an understanding of the fundamentals! This event will sell out! Registration is highly encouraged\, but please be respectful – don’t register if you don’t intend to join. On the day of the event\, those who pre-registered will be given priority access\, and remaining spaces will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n\n\n\n📅 Tuesday\, June 18th \n\n\n\n⏲ 7 – 9 PM \n\n\n\n📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette\, Unit 210) \n\n\n\nRegister to attend In-Person in the RSVP box below \n\n\n\nRegister to attend Virtually via Zoom.
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/discover-the-power-of-agile-a-comprehensive-introduction-to-agile-development/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Create Your Own Local ChatGPT
DESCRIPTION:📍Hackforge HQ\, (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210)👥💻 Hybrid \n\n\n\nEvent Overview:\n\n\n\nUnlock the secrets of building your own Local ChatGPT at our hands-on workshop! Dive into the fascinating world of Local Language Models (LLMs) and learn how to harness the power of AI to create personalized\, efficient\, and private conversational agents.📅 Sunday\, June 30th \n\n\n\n⌚ 11 AM – 12:30 PM \n\n\n\n💲 Free \n\n\n\nRegister to attend In-Person in the RSVP box below \n\n\n\nRegister to attend Virtually via Zoom. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\n\n\nIntroduction to Local Language Models (LLMs)\n\n\n\nStep-by-step guide to setting up and configuring a local environment for LLMs\n\n\n\nPractical applications and use cases for Local ChatGPT\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\n\n\n\nAI enthusiasts and professionals looking to deepen their knowledge\n\n\n\nDevelopers and tech hobbyists interested in building custom AI solutions\n\n\n\nStudents and educators eager to explore cutting-edge technology\n\n\n\nAnyone curious about the future of AI and its local applications\n\n\n\n\nWhy Attend:\n\n\n\n\nGain practical\, hands-on experience with local LLMs\n\n\n\nLearn from experienced AI instructors and industry experts\n\n\n\nNetwork with like-minded individuals and expand your professional connections\n\n\n\nReceive resources and support to continue your AI journey beyond the event\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on Sunday\, June 30th\, for an exciting and educational experience that will empower you to create your own Local ChatGPT. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving field of AI!
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/create-your-own-local-chatgpt/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
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