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SUMMARY:Auto Industry Networking
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210)👥 In Person Only 💲 Free \n\n\n\nJoin us for an exciting event where we’ll explore the future of the automotive industry in Windsor! As a hub for automotive innovation\, Windsor is at the forefront of change\, with AI\, electric vehicles\, and new policies shaping the landscape. This event is your chance to: \n\n\n\n🚗Connect with fellow professionals\, enthusiasts\, and students passionate about the auto industry🚗Learn about the latest trends and challenges facing the sector🚗Contribute to building a vibrant community and shaping future events \n\n\n\nLet’s come together to support and empower each other in navigating the exciting future of automotive in Windsor! RSVP below to let us know that you’ll be coming to this in-person event. \n\n\n\n📆 Friday\, December 6th🕦 6 – 8 PM📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210)
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/auto-industry-networking/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Practical Coding with Local LLMs: A Hands-On Workshop
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nAre you an experienced developer curious about the power of Large Language Models (LLMs)? Join us for a practical workshop where you’ll learn how to implement and code with LLMs on your own machine. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we’ll be: \n\n\n\n🤖Implementing a local LLM: Hardware considerations for optimal performance🤖Exploring different software options🤖Developing a proof-of-concept: Prompt testing and refinement techniques🤖Coding a solution using Docker and Python \n\n\n\nThis is a hands-on workshop\, so come prepared to follow along and code with us! \n\n\n\nWho should attend: Experienced developers new to LLMs. \n\n\n\nTech stack: Docker\, Python \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain practical experience with local LLMs! Register via Zoom to receive the link to the call.  \n\n\n\n📆 Tuesday\, December 10th \n\n\n\n🕦 6 – 7:30 PM \n\n\n\n📍 Virtual via Zoom
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/practical-coding-with-local-llms-a-hands-on-workshop/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Board Game Night
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210)👥 In Person Only 💲 Free \n\n\n\nFor our final event of 2024 we’re bringing back one of our most popular sessions – Board Game Night! \n\n\n\nWe’ll have a few games on-hand\, but feel free to bring your own as well. \n\n\n\nThere is no cost to attend\, and everyone 17+ is welcome to join. Space is limited however\, so to ensure you get a seat make sure to show up on time! Doors will open ten minutes before the start of the event. \n\n\n\n📆 Thursday\, December 12\, 2024🕦 6 – 830 PM📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210)
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/board-game-night/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Game-Making with AI
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nAs we gear-up for the 2025 Global Game Jam\, we’ll be offering a series of events to get everyone feeling interested\, excited\, and confident about participating! \n\n\n\nWhile AI has really caught on in the last few years\, we were already playing (and losing) chess against computers in the 90’s. So were those computers intelligent? How did they know not only how to play the game\, but to play it well? \n\n\n\nThe answer is ‘Combinatorial Game Theory\,’ (CGT) and ‘Minimax’ (MM). Minimax is an implementation of the ideas about winning moves for zero-sum games put forward by CGT. \n\n\n\nIn this intermediate-level session\, Doug Sartori will walk through a demonstration of how CGT and MM can be used in basic games (think Go\, Tic-Tac-Toe\, and checkers). Using Javascript\, he’ll walk through the concept\, math\, and code\, enabling you to use these theories in your own game-making. \n\n\n\n📆 Monday\, January 13\, 2025🕦 6 – 7:30 PM📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette\, Unit 210)and online via Zoom \n\n\n\n✔️In-Person RSVP below🖥️ Virtual RSVP via Zoom \n\n\n\nWant to learn more? Check out this article on CGT in AI
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/game-making-with-ai/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Linux Gaming Social
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill 2025 be the year of Linux gaming? Join us on Discord to discuss this spicy topic and everything to do with Linux gaming!We’ll be discussing the following topics: \n\n\n\n\nHow has the Steam Deck impacted the Linux gaming ecosystem?\n\n\n\nIs gaming on Linux approachable for the average Gamer?\n\n\n\nHow to get started with building a game for Linux?\n\n\n\nBuilding a Linux game for the Global Game Jam.\n\n\n\nRunning Windows Games on Linux.\n\n\n\nAnd more!\n\n\n\n\nI’m also compiling a document with useful links and resources for building and running games on Linux for the Global Game Jam event\, which starts the following week. Please bring any resources that you think would make a fine addition to the collection.I hope to see everyone there! \n\n\n\n📆 Date: Thursday\, January 16th 🕦 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST) 📍 Virtual Event via Discord
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/linux-gaming-social/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Get Ready to Jam: Game Jam Prep with Josh Sankarlal
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nAre you gearing up for Global Game Jam 2025? Whether you’re a first-time participant or a seasoned pro\, this free hybrid event is designed to help you make the most of your game jam experience!Join Josh Sankarlal\, Canada’s GGJ Regional Organizer and a seasoned game developer\, as he shares invaluable tips\, tricks\, and strategies to help you succeed. With his deep knowledge of game development and years of experience with GGJ\, Josh is the perfect guide to get you ready to create something amazing.What You’ll LearnJosh will cover essential game jam topics\, including:🎮 Choosing the right game engine🎮 Scoping your game effectively🎮 Submitting your game smoothly🎮 Resources to help you jam like a pro \n\n\n\nHands-On SupportAttendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions\, and those joining us in-person should bring their game-making devices! After the presentation\, Josh will provide hands-on assistance with setting up your development platform—a valuable opportunity\, especially for beginners.(Please note: Individual help is not guaranteed\, and priority will be given to those who register in advance.) \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this chance to sharpen your skills\, connect with fellow game jammers\, and set yourself up for success at GGJ 2025. Mark your calendar\, register today\, and start preparing your questions! \n\n\n\n📆 Sunday\, January 19th🕦 1:30 – 3:30 PM📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) and Online via Zoom✔️RSVP Below in attend in-person in the box below🧑🏽‍💻Register to attend virtually via Zoom
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/get-ready-to-jam-game-jam-prep-with-josh-sankarlal/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:GLOBAL GAME JAM KICKOFF
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\n🌟 Kickoff the 2025 Global Game Jam with Hackforge! 🌟 \n\n\n\nReady to dive into one of the most exciting global events in game development? Join us for our Global Game Jam Kickoff\, an evening designed to spark your creativity\, fuel your inspiration\, and get you pumped to create something amazing! \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned jammer or a first-timer\, this event will set the stage for a fun\, productive\, and collaborative week. \n\n\n\nOpen to all\, not just participants! \n\n\n\n📆 Jan 20\, 2025🕦6PM-8PM📍Hackforge HQ & Online via Discord \n\n\n\nRegister for Global Game Jam at globalgamejam.org \n\n\n\nCome for the knowledge\, stay for the community—and get ready to make something incredible! 🎨👾
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/global-game-jam-kickoff/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Global Game Jam
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nFor the second year running\, Hackforge is participating in the Global Game Jam! As the world’s largest game creation event\, GGJ brings together thousands of participants at hundreds of locations. Over the week of the jam\, participants make video\, board\, and card games based on the secret theme (which is revealed at event kickoff). \n\n\n\nHackforge welcomes folks from anywhere who are interested in creating any kind of game. Design and develop as part of a team or a solo jammer – whatever you prefer! All ages are welcome to participate\, but anyone under 17 must be on a team with a parent or guardian. Best of all\, there is no cost to participate! \n\n\n\nWe will have some mentor resources available for specific engines\, languages\, and topics.  \n\n\n\n📅 Key Dates \n\n\n\n🕹Monday\, December 2\, 2024Jammer registration opens🕹Monday\, January 20\, 2025Discord Voice Channel opens Global Game Jam Kickoff – 6pm-8pm @ Hackforge HQ & Online🕹Tuesday\, January 21 – Friday\, January 24\, 2025 Hackforge Office Open 4pm-7pm come work on your game!🕹Saturday\, January 25\, 2025Hackforge Office Closed\, Discord Channel remains open🕹Sunday January 26\, 2025: 3 PM: Hackforge office opens for closing event\, game final touches\, and submission5 PM: Game submission deadline\, followed by our closing events\, including a chance to show off (and maybe even play!) your game5PM -7 PM: Show off your game! \n\n\n\nThis year will also include a series of lead-in events\, with topics like Classic Board Game AI (combinatorial game theory)\, Linux gaming\, and Game Jamming 101. \n\n\n\nHere are a few links to get you started: \n\n\n\nHackforge’s official GGJ pageHackforge’s Discord Server – find the Global Game Jam channel under “Interests”: The official GGJ Discord Server  \n\n\n\n📆 January 20 – 26\, 2025📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) and online via Discord✅ Register through the Global Game Jam website
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/global-game-jam/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:GLOBAL GAME JAM Closing event
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\n🎮 Global Game Jam 2025: Closing Event 🎮 \n\n\n\nAfter a whirlwind week of creativity and collaboration\, it’s time to celebrate all the hard work and incredible games made during the 2025 Global Game Jam! \n\n\n\nSchedule of Events: \n\n\n\n📌 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Final Touches & Game SubmissionsPut the finishing touches on your game and submit it to the global platform. Teamwork and focus are key as the clock winds down! \n\n\n\n📌 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Show & Tell ShowcaseShow off your masterpiece! Teams will present their games\, share their creative process\, and—if time allows—play a few of the amazing creations together. \n\n\n\n🎉 Whether you’re a jammer\, a supporter\, or just curious\, this is your chance to experience the magic of indie game development. Let’s celebrate creativity\, community\, and innovation! \n\n\n\n📅 Sunday\, January 26\, 2025⏰ 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210)💻 Online via Discord \n\n\n\nRegister for Global Game Jam at globalgamejam.org \n\n\n\nCome share the excitement\, see the results of this epic week\, and maybe even play a few games if time allows! 🚀👾
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/global-game-jam-closing-event/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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SUMMARY:What's Your Favourite Browser Add-on?
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nDiscover Hidden Gems of the Browser World!Join us for a fun and interactive session where we ask the big question: What’s your favorite browser add-on? \n\n\n\nThis show-and-tell style event is your chance to share the tools you love\, explore nifty add-ons others swear by\, and walk away with a treasure trove of new ideas to enhance your browsing experience. From productivity boosters to quirky tools you never knew you needed\, there’s something for everyone! \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect:📢 Brief presentations from attendees showcasing their favorite add-ons.💬 Casual discussions and Q&A to dive deeper into the coolest features.✨A chance to mix and mingle with fellow tech enthusiasts \n\n\n\n📆Feb 6\, 2025🕦6pm-8pm📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210\, Windsor\, ON)& Online via Zoom \n\n\n\n✔️In-Person RSVP below🖥️ Virtual RSVP via Zoom
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/whats-your-favourite-browser-add-on/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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SUMMARY: Let's Talk About Linux Distros 
DESCRIPTION:📍Discord💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for this month’s LUG social where we’ll be discussing everything related to Linux distributions! This event is perfect for anyone wanting to give Linux a try or seasoned users looking to try a new distribution. \n\n\n\nWe’ll be discussing the following topics: \n\n\n\n\nOur favourite distributions and why\n\n\n\nWhy it’s hard to recommend a specific distribution\n\n\n\nWhat distributions you’d like to try\n\n\n\nHow to try out a new distribution\n\n\n\nAnd much more!\n\n\n\n\nI hope to see everyone there! \n\n\n\n📆 Date: Thursday\, February 13\, 2025 🕦 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST) 📍 Virtual Event via Discord
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/lets-talk-about-linux-distros/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:DIY Retrieval-Augmented Generation
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nUnlocking AI’s Potential with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)Are you ready to take your AI expertise to the next level? This event is tailor-made for experienced technologists eager to explore the cutting edge of artificial intelligence. \n\n\n\nJoin Doug Sartori as he demystifies Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)\, a game-changing approach to enhancing AI models with your own data. In this insightful session\, Doug will showcase the tools and techniques he used to develop an expert chatbot designed to help users navigate the goals\, policies\, strategies\, and structure of Canada’s Ministry of Health bureaucracy. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll LearnDoug will guide you through key concepts and practical insights\, including:🤖 How RAG works and why it’s a breakthrough in AI development🤖 Tools and resources to integrate custom data into AI models🤖 Practical steps for creating your own specialized chatbot \n\n\n\nInteractive Q&ABring your questions! After the demonstration\, attendees will have the opportunity to engage in an interactive Q&A session to deepen their understanding of RAG and its applications.Don’t miss this chance to expand your skillset\, connect with fellow technologists\, and explore the frontier of AI innovation. \n\n\n\n📆 Tuesday\, February 18\, 2025🕡 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online \n\n\n\n✔️In-Person RSVP below🖥️ Virtual RSVP via Zoom
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/diy-retrieval-augmented-generation/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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SUMMARY:Running a Local LLM
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nJoin us for this LUG event as we walk through the steps for running a local LLM within a container\, discussing why you would want to run a local LLM\, and how to configure Open Web UI to use your local LLMs. \n\n\n\nPrerequisites for the DemoIf you’d like to follow along during the demo\, please carefully read everything below. We won’t have time to bootstrap everyone’s computer during the event. Some familiarity with your operating system’s command line will be required as we’ll be using commands to get everything up and running. Using Linux is not a requirement as the commands should also work on Windows and MacOS (though there might be some slight variances). \n\n\n\nHaving a computer with a LLM chip or any other specific hardware is not required. Everything we’ll be doing can be run on the CPU. The presentation will cover some hardware considerations and limitations. \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll need: \n\n\n\n\nLaptop (if in-person)\n\n\n\nIf using Windows or MacOS\, make sure Podman Desktop is installed and up to date\n\n\n\nIf using Linux\, make sure Podman and/or Podman Desktop is installed and up to date\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about any of the prerequisites or need help\, please join the Hackforge Discord and ask your questions in the #linux-users-group channel. Our user base will be more than happy to help you! \n\n\n\nAgenda \n\n\n\n\nBrief presentation covering:\n\nWhat we’ll be doing in the demo\n\n\n\nDiscuss a couple of reasons why you would want to run a local LLM\n\n\n\nHardware considerations & limitations\n\n\n\n\n\nDemo\n\n\n\n\n📆Date: Thursday\, February 27th🕦 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST)📍Location: Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210\, Windsor\, ON) & Zoom \n\n\n\n✔️In-Person RSVP below🖥️ Virtual RSVP via Zoom
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/running-a-local-llm/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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CREATED:20250225T001101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T151943Z
UID:2910-1741198500-1741204800@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:Open Data Awards Watch Party
DESCRIPTION:📍 Online via Discord (public) and in-person (by invitation only)💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nHackforge friend and data advocates the Canadian Open Data Society (CODS) will be presenting the 2025 Canadian Open Data Awards on Wednesday\, March 5th. Broadcasting from Edmonton Alberta\, CODS will be recognizing excellence in the field of open data by issuing up to 8 awards. \n\n\n\nWe wanted to get in on this action\, but didn’t feel like visiting Edmonton in February\, so we’re hosting a local watch party! Plus\, we’re going to steal even more ideas and present an award for the Windsor-Essex Data Champion 2025! Who do you think it will be? \n\n\n\nThis event will be free\, and it will be hybrid. However\, due to space-constraints\, the in-person portion will be by invitation only. We would love everyone else to join us on Discord this year\, and perhaps in 2026 we’ll rent out a theatre. (Think your invite for the in-person session got lost in the mail? Drop us a line and we’ll see what we can work out) \n\n\n\nAgenda:\n\n\n\n\nDoors and stream start at 6:15 PM\n\n\n\nLocal award presented at 6:30 PM\n\n\n\nAwards show stream at 7 PM\n\n\n\nWrap-up at 8 PM(ish)\n\n\n\n\nMore details on the Open Data Awards 2025 \n\n\n\n📆 Wednesday\, March 5🕦 6:15 – 8 PM📍Online via Discord (public) and in-person (by invitation only)
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/open-data-awards-watch-party/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250313T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250313T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192841
CREATED:20250225T182019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T234947Z
UID:2913-1741890600-1741897800@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:Dodging a Career Bullet: Workshopping the Joel test for 2025
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nNot all tech jobs are created equal! Before you say “yes” to an offer\, do you know what red flags to watch for? \n\n\n\nDoug Sartori invites you to a guided group discussion designed for software professionals navigating the job market in 2025. We’ll dive into the Joel Test\, a 12-question framework for evaluating software teams\, and explore how it holds up in today’s industry. \n\n\n\n💡 Whether you’re job hunting or just want to sharpen your hiring instincts\, this session will give you the tools to make smarter career choices. Join the discussion and level up your job search! \n\n\n\n📌 What You’ll Learn:✅ How to assess a potential employer as a technical resource✅ How to prepare effectively for interviews✅ What to expect from a solid interview loop🔗 Learn more about the Joel Test before the event: \n\n\n\n\nThe Original Joel Test (2000)\n\n\n\nThe Joel Test 20 Years Later\n\n\n\n\n📆 Date: Thurs.\, March 13🕦 Time: 6:30-8:30 PM (EST)📍Location: Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210\, Windsor\, ON) & Zoom✔️In-Person RSVP below🖥️ Virtual RSVP via Zoom
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/dodging-a-career-bullet/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192841
CREATED:20250228T012437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T232146Z
UID:2920-1742320800-1742328000@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:Extracting OSM Data
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nOpenStreetMap Windsor-Essex has spent a ton of time talking about how everyone can add data to OSM\, but we’ve never spoken much about how to get that data back out. \n\n\n\nSo for those of you interested in extracting geodata for analysis\, use in your own projects\, or a bit of light reading\, this is the event for you! \n\n\n\nStop in to this free\, 2-hour event for answers to:🌎 What is Overpass Turbo?🌎 What can I legally do with OSM data?🌎 How many parking lots does Windsor have? \n\n\n\nBasic knowledge of OSM is recommended\, but not required. As long as you can confidently navigate a web-browser and aren’t afraid of new words\, you should be able to follow along just fine!📆 Date: Tues.\, March 18🕦 Time: 6-8 PM (EST)📍Location: Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210\, Windsor\, ON) & Zoom✔️In-Person RSVP below🖥️ Virtual RSVP via Zoom \n\n\n\n🔗To get a head start\, visit this OSM resource
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/extracting-osm-data/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250320T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192841
CREATED:20250228T161031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T161244Z
UID:2934-1742493600-1742500800@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Accessible Rich Internet Applications (ARIA)
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nThe web should be accessible to everyone—but many digital experiences still leave users with disabilities behind. This hands-on event will introduce essential web accessibility techniques\, helping developers\, designers\, and content creators build inclusive websites that meet W3C-WCAG 2.2 standards. Led by David Best and Jason Pomerleau (President of ELEV8 WEB STUDIO)\, this session will provide practical skills to make your websites keyboard-friendly\, screen reader-compatible\, and legally compliant. \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\n\n\nThis event is ideal for web content authors\, visual designers\, computer science students\, front-end developers looking to improve their skills\, and web studios wanting to stand out from the competition. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\n\n✅ How assistive technologies interact with websites✅ Coding ARIA states\, roles\, and properties✅ Techniques for keyboard-friendly navigation✅ Best practices for accessible interface design✅ How to achieve W3C-WCAG 2.2 compliance \n\n\n\nPrerequisites\n\n\n\n\nBasic knowledge of HTML\, CSS\, and JavaScript\n\n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Need\n\n\n\n\nLaptop or mobile device\n\n\n\nScreen reader & keyboard (Screen Readers come loaded on most devices)\n\n\n\nDevelopment environment (e.g.\, CodePen)\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n📆 Date: March 20🕦 Time: 6-8pm📍Location: Hackforge HQ & Online via Zoom✔️In-Person RSVP below🖥️ Virtual RSVP via Zoom \n\n\n\nThis event is sponsored by ELEV8 WEB STUDIO and aims to empower developers to create a more inclusive web. Students with disabilities are encouraged to attend. \n\n\n\nLet’s build a better web—for everyone! 🌍
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/introduction-to-accessible-rich-internet-applications-aria/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192841
CREATED:20250228T152852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T180518Z
UID:2930-1743013800-1743021000@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:AWS user Group - March Meetup
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nJoin us for the Windsor AWS User Group Meetup on Tuesday\, March 26\, at 6:30 PM\, hosted at Hackforge! \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to AWS or looking to advance your skills\, this session will provide valuable insights and guidance. Come ready to learn\, share your experiences\, and network with fellow cloud enthusiasts\, developers\, and architects in Windsor’s tech community. \n\n\n\nThis month\, we’ll explore:✅ The path to becoming a cloud expert ✅ AWS certifications✅ How to prepare for certification✅ Certification’s impact on your cloud career \n\n\n\n📆 Date: March 26🕦 Time: 6:30-8:30 PM📍Location: Hackforge HQ & Online via Zoom✔️In-Person RSVP below🖥️ Virtual RSVP via Zoom
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/aws-user-group-march-meetup/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192841
CREATED:20250228T161832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T161832Z
UID:2941-1743444000-1743451200@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:SQL Interview Prep
DESCRIPTION:📍Zoom💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n🔍 SQL Interview Questions – Crack the Code! \n\n\n\n🚀 Border City Data presents an exclusive SQL Interview Prep session!Are you a data graduate or aspiring data professional gearing up for SQL interviews? This virtual workshop\, presented by Rashmi Krishnamohan (Experienced Data Analyst & UWin Alumni) will help you tackle medium and hard SQL questions\, the kind that interviewers love to throw at candidates. \n\n\n\n🎓 Prerequisites: \n\n\n\n\nBasic SQL skills & interest in data roles\n\n\n\nA working SQL IDE (such as SQL Server Management Studio with the necessary drivers) installed prior to the event\n\n\n\n\n📌 What you’ll learn:✅ Strategies to solve complex SQL problems✅ Common patterns and pitfalls in SQL interviews✅ Tips to think like an interviewer and optimize your queries \n\n\n\n📆 Date: Monday\, March 31🕦 Time: 6pm-8pm (EST) 📍 Virtual Event via Zoom
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/sql-interview-prep/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250408T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192841
CREATED:20250404T204958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T204958Z
UID:3023-1744135200-1744142400@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:Casual Digital Cartography
DESCRIPTION:📍 Windsor Hackforge (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210)💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nJoin Doug Sartori for a demonstration of digital cartography techniques for regular people. He’ll show you how to make digital map data from satellite photos and visualize a map from the data you made. Bring your laptop and pre-install QGIS if you want to work along with Doug. \n\n\n\nRegister below to attend in-person\, or sign up via Zoom to tune in online. \n\n\n\n📆Tuesday\, April 8th\, 2025🕦6PM-8PM📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/casual-digital-cartography/
LOCATION:Windsor Hackforge\, 300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N9A7B4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192841
CREATED:20250404T202211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T202212Z
UID:3018-1745344800-1745352000@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Field Mapping
DESCRIPTION:📍 Gateway Park (meet at the corner of Riverside and Cameron)👥 In Person Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nJoin us on April 22\, 2025\, for a hands-on Field Mapping Event in Gateway Park! No mapping experience? No problem! We’ll guide you through the process of improving local maps using simple mobile apps and OpenStreetMap. \n\n\n\n📱 What You Need:✅ A smartphone with a data plan✅ A free OpenStreetMap account✅ The StreetComplete or Every Door app \n\n\n\n🌿 Explore your community\, contribute to open geodata\, and help make Windsor’s maps more detailed and accessible—all while enjoying the fresh air on Earth Day! \n\n\n\n📆 Tuesday\, April 22\, 2025🕦 6 – 8 PM📍 Gateway Park\, Riverside entrance (Corner of Cameron Ave and Riverside Dr) \n\n\n\nPlease note that in the event of inclement weather\, this event may be postponed\, rescheduled\, or cancelled. RSVP to ensure you receive all communications about changes to the event details.
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/earth-day-field-mapping/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192841
CREATED:20250404T211248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T211249Z
UID:3028-1746036000-1746043200@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:Home Lab Infrastructure Swap Meet
DESCRIPTION:📍 Windsor Hackforge (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210)👥 In Person Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nWindsor-Essex tech enthusiasts\, IT pros\, and eco-conscious innovators are invited to join us for a community-driven Swap Meet! Dedicated to network infrastructure equipment\, this free\, public event is a great way to clear out your closet and desk. Bring your routers\, servers\, switches\, cables\, or hardware to trade\, and discover the gear you need to power up your own projects! \n\n\n\nWhether you’re downsizing a data center\, hunting for affordable upgrades\, or aiming to reduce e-waste\, this is your chance to connect with fellow techies\, share expertise\, and give old equipment new life. \n\n\n\nWhat’s in it for you? \n\n\n\n✅ Save money by swapping instead of buying new.✅ Reduce landfill waste by recycling or rehoming gear.✅ Network with industry pros and hobbyists. \n\n\n\n📆 Wednesday\, April 30th🕦 6 – 8 PM📍 Windsor Hackforge (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210)
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/home-lab-infrastructure-swap-meet/
LOCATION:Windsor Hackforge\, 300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N9A7B4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250514T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192841
CREATED:20250509T144950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T144950Z
UID:3049-1747249200-1747256400@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:🎉 Linux Install Party 🎉
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210)👥 In Person Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nThis month\, LUG will be hosting a Linux install party. If you’re interested in trying out Linux\, then this is the event for you!  \n\n\n\nMembers will be available to help you with installing Linux on your laptop\, onto a virtual machine\, or any other kind of device.  \n\n\n\nCome on out even if you’re already familiar with Linux. This is a great opportunity to try a new distribution or just hang around and chat with other Linux enthusiasts. \n\n\n\n📆 Date: Wednesday\, May 14th🕦Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST)📍 In-Person Event: 300 Ouellette Ave. Unit 210🎫 RSVP below!
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/%f0%9f%8e%89-linux-install-party-%f0%9f%8e%89/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250520T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192841
CREATED:20250512T233736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T234524Z
UID:3063-1747764000-1747771200@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:Analyzing Canadian Elections - Border City Data
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nIn this event for experienced data practitioners\, Doug Sartori covers the nuts and bolts of Canadian election data\, and demonstrates a technique for fine-grained evaluation of election results across elections\, accounting for unstable geography and identifiers. \n\n\n\n📆 Date: May 20\, 2025🕦Time: 6pm-8pm📍Location: Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210) & Online via Zoom✔️In-Person RSVP below🖥️ Virtual RSVP via Zoom
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/analyzing-canadian-elections-border-city-data/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250522T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192841
CREATED:20250509T154659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T182711Z
UID:3053-1747940400-1747947600@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:LUG Virtual Social
DESCRIPTION:📍Discord💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nCome join us as we nerd out about Linux at this month’s Hackforge Linux User Group Virtual Social! \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nHelp with Problems: Bring your Linux-related queries and let our community experts assist you in finding solutions.\n\n\n\nCurrent Events Discussion: Stay updated and engage in discussions about the latest happenings in the Linux world.\n\n\n\n\nThis virtual social event provides an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow Linux enthusiasts\, learn\, and have fun! \n\n\n\nHope to see you all there! \n\n\n\n📆 Date: Thursday\, May 22nd🕦Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST)📍 Virtual Event on Discord
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/lug-virtual-social/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250526T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192841
CREATED:20250514T145545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T201908Z
UID:3095-1748282400-1748287800@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:Forward Together: Accessibility and Inclusion for All
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻👥 Hybrid💲 Free \n\n\n\nWindsor is a city with immense potential — yet it continues to face deep-rooted challenges\, including the highest unemployment rate among major Canadian cities and persistently high poverty rates that disproportionately affect people with disabilities\, racialized communities\, and children. \n\n\n\nAs part of National AccessAbility Awareness Week\, Forward Together invites changemakers to reimagine Windsor’s future through the lens of accountability\, transparency\, and responsiveness. This event explores the systemic barriers that limit community engagement and economic participation\, and offers bold\, practical strategies to transition from symbolic inclusion to true belonging\, dignity\, and justice. \n\n\n\nHosted by David Best of BEST Accessibility Consulting\, this free\, one-hour session will examine the global and local forces shaping Windsor’s path forward\, and offer innovative approaches that will empower every citizen to thrive. \n\n\n\nLet’s move beyond awareness — let’s lead with action. \n\n\n\n📆 Date: May 26\, 2025🕦Time: 6pm-7:30pm📍Location: Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave.\, Unit 210) & Online via Zoom✔️In-Person RSVP below🖥️ Virtual RSVP via Zoom
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/forward-together-accessibility-and-inclusion-for-all/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250527T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250527T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192841
CREATED:20250513T193910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T151148Z
UID:3077-1748368800-1748376000@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:Accessible Reading Technology: Where We Are and Where We're Going
DESCRIPTION:📍Zoom💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nJoin us for an engaging virtual session during National Accessibility Week\, featuring Ioana Gandrabur\, Peer Trainer with the Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA). Focused on accessible reading technologies\, this session will explore: \n\n\n\n⭢ CELA’s services for people with print disabilities – who can access them and how to get started⭢ What accessible contents does CELA offer and how are these made available?⭢ The current and future state of accessible reading tech \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a community member\, accessibility professional\, or content creator interested in accessible publishing\, this free event offers valuable insights\, practical resources\, and time for open discussion. \n\n\n\n📆 Tuesday\, May 27th🕦 6 – 8PM📍 Virtual – Register via Zoom \n\n\n\nLearn more about CELA on their website.
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/accessible-reading-technology/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Series,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250528T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192842
CREATED:20250513T223716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T151225Z
UID:3084-1748433600-1748437200@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:Labour Market Interventions Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:📍Zoom💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nFor this year’s National AccessAbility Week programming\, Hackforge is teaming up with some brand new partners! During this special event\, we’ll be exploring how we can increase connections between people with disabilities and opportunities in the Canadian tech ecosystem. \n\n\n\nJoin us on Wednesday\, May 28th for a free lunchtime round table featuring representatives from: \n\n\n\nAse Community Foundation for Black Canadians with Disabilities https://asecommunityfoundation.com/ \n\n\n\nSETSI (Social Economy Through Social Inclusion) https://www.setsi.ca/Canadian Centre for Nonprofit Digital Resilience (CCNDR) https://ccndr.ca/This is a virtual event that will be held over Zoom. Please email MAAT@setsi.ca to register \n\n\n\n📆 Wednesday\, May 28th🕦 12 – 1 PM EDT📍 Virtual – Register by emailing MAAT@setsi.ca
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/labour-market-interventions-roundtable/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Series,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250529T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192842
CREATED:20250514T151011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T151012Z
UID:3081-1748532600-1748538000@www.hackf.org
SUMMARY:Government of Canada Accessible & Equitable AI Standard: Group Review
DESCRIPTION:📍Zoom💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nAccessibility Standards Canada (ASC) develops national accessibility standards to help build a barrier-free Canada — by and for people with disabilities. As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly evolves\, ASC is working to ensure accessibility and equity are built into these emerging technologies. \n\n\n\nIn May 2024\, ASC released a technical guide on accessible and equitable AI\, and a draft standard is now available for public review. The final standard is expected to be published in winter 2026. While these standards will be mandatory for federally regulated organizations (like banks\, air travel\, and Canada Post)\, all AI developers can benefit from aligning their work with them. \n\n\n\nAt Hackforge\, we’re curious: How can we assess the accessibility of AI systems? And more importantly\, how can we ensure the systems we build are equitable and inclusive? We’re diving into the documents to find out — and we’d love for you to join us. \n\n\n\nOn Thursday\, May 29 from 3:30 to 5 PM EDT\, join Saamer Mansoor\, creator of BeAware Deaf Assistant\, for an overview of the draft standard and a discussion on what it means for developers. Come to explore highlights of the standard\, ask questions\, and take part in conversations at the intersection of artificial intelligence\, accessibility\, and equity. \n\n\n\nThis session leads into Friday’s event\, where Dr. Jutta Treviranus — chair of the Technical Committee on Accessible and Equitable AI Systems — will offer a free online talk for the Hackforge community. \n\n\n\n📆 Thursday\, May 29th🕦 3:30 – 5PM📍 Virtual – Register via Zoom
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/government-of-canada-accessible/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Series,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Equitable AI: Designing for Inclusive Access
DESCRIPTION:📍Zoom💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nJoin us for an engaging and interactive conversation with Dr. Jutta Treviranus\, Director of the Inclusive Design Research Centre at OCAD University and a global leader in digital inclusion. As part of Hackforge’s National AccessAbility Week programming\, this session will explore how artificial intelligence can both empower and marginalize — and why equity\, accessibility\, and responsible design must guide the future of AI systems. \n\n\n\nDrawing from her leadership in developing the Accessible and Equitable AI Technical Guide and international standards\, Dr. Treviranus will share insights into current and emerging risks\, strategies to safeguard diverse users\, and the process behind shaping inclusive global guidelines. Whether you’re designing AI tools\, implementing accessible technologies\, or simply interested in the intersection of ethics\, tech\, and inclusion\, this event is for you. \n\n\n\nExpect a lively blend of presentation and discussion\, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and engage directly. This free event will be hosted live on Zoom and is open to all professionals\, practitioners\, and community members passionate about building an equitable digital future. \n\n\n\n📆 Friday\, May 30th🕦 11AM – 12:30 PM📍 Virtual – Register via ZoomAs a primer to this event\, we suggest attending the Accessible and Equitable AI Standard Group Review\, happening on Thursday afternoon
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/equitable-ai-designing-for-inclusive-access/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Series,Virtual
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