Windsor Hackforge

Unleashing Creativity with AWS: A Live Demo of Generative AI Magic!
2024-05-28 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ, (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥💻 Hybrid

Join us for an electrifying evening at our next AWS User Group Meetup! This session is a must-attend for enthusiasts and professionals eager to dive into the cutting-edge world of AWS Generative AI. Whether you’re a developer, a project manager, or just passionate about AI technology, this gathering is the perfect opportunity to enrich your understanding and skills.

We’ll kick off with an engaging discussion on the latest AWS Generative AI offerings, exploring how these powerful tools are transforming the tech landscape. Prepare to gain insights that could revolutionize how you approach AI in your projects or business.

The highlight of the evening will be a live demonstration, where you’ll witness the magic of Generative AI firsthand. We’ll showcase how AI prompt is the new user interface. We’ll interact with an application using natural language instead of using UI.

Don’t miss the chance to network with fellow AWS aficionados, share your experiences, and perhaps even spark collaborations that could lead to the next big innovation in AI. Bring your curiosity, bring your questions, and let’s explore the future of AI together!

📅 Tuesday, May 28

⏲ 7 – 8 PM

📍 Hackforge HQ, 300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210 and Zoom

Delivering Accessible Web Content
2024-05-27 13:00 - 14:30 | Ontario
📍University of Windsor Advanced Computing Hub, Workshop Space, 4th Floor (300 Ouellette Ave, Windsor – Above Hackforge)👥💻 Hybrid

This event is being held as part of Hackforge’s Accessibility Series, coinciding with National AccessAbility Week (May 26 – June 1)

In an era where digital experiences shape our daily lives, it’s crucial to ensure that everyone can access and navigate websites seamlessly. This event is your gateway to mastering the art of web accessibility and making a positive impact in the online world.

Presented by Jason Pomerleau of Elev8 Web Studio, this event will cover WCAG standards and how to follow them. While geared towards web developers, anyone who works in digital marketing, content management, and graphic design can benefit from attending.

In-person and virtual spots are available, and attendance is free. Please note that there will be no recording of this event made available after the fact, so be sure to take notes!

📅⏲ Monday, May 27th, 1 – 2:30 pm

📍 University of Windsor Advanced Computing Hub, Workshop Space, 4th Floor (300 Ouellette Ave, Windsor – Above Hackforge)

Please note that there is elevator access for this event. A volunteer will be available at the outdoor elevator entrance on Ouellette Ave to swipe attendees into the University)

Register to attend In-Person in the RSVP below.

Register to attend Virtually via Zoom.

Elev8 Web Studio is southwestern Ontario’s leading WordPress development team. From a single web page to more than a million, Elev8 Web Studio builds custom themes and plugins for organizations of all shapes and sizes, from the smallest non-profit to multinational corporations. They are also the authors of WordPress Snippets, the most popular WordPress extension for Visual Studio Code with 375,000 active users.

Hackforge’s Accessibility Series is made possible with the support of Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario

Achieving AODA Compliance
2024-05-26 14:00 - 16:00 | ALSO, 1100 University Ave W, Windsor, Ontario, N9A 5S7, Canada
📍Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario (ALSO) (1100 University Ave, W.)👥💻 Hybrid

The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) was first passed in 2005, and set the goal of developing a fully accessible Ontario by 2025.

This is a complicated and ongoing process that requires people and organizations from across the province to participate. From Ontario.ca: “By working together, businesses, organizations, communities and all levels of government can meet the goal of making Ontario more accessible and inclusive.”

To show how everyone can contribute to a fully accessible Ontario, A Life Worth Living is sharing their experience in developing their Business Accessibility Toolkit. The free presentation will provide practical advice for AODA compliance, and details B2B solutions that make the goal of a fully accessible Ontario an achievable reality.

📅 Sunday, May 26

⏲ 2 – 4 PM

📍ALSO (1100 University Ave W), and online via Zoom

💲 Free

Register to attend in-person in below page.

Register to attend Virtually via Zoom.

A Life Worth Living is a Windsor-based organization that provides accessibility training and consulting. Consultants Steve Perpich and Judy Robinet will be delivering the material.

Hackforge’s Accessibility Series is made possible with the support of Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario

Linux Install Party
2024-05-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥 In-Person Only

This month, LUG will be hosting a Linux install and social gathering. If you’re interested in trying out Linux, then this is the event for you! Members will be available to help you with installing Linux on your laptop or onto a virtual machine. Participants are encouraged to socialize and chat about Linux and open source software.

📅 Thursday, May 23rd

⏲ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST)

In-Person Event: 300 Ouellette Ave. Unit 210

Hope to see you all there!

Disability Inclusion: From Possibilities to Practice
2024-05-16 18:00 - 20:00 | ALSO, 1100 University Ave W, Unit A, Windsor, Ontario, N9A 5S7, Canada
📍 Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario (ALSO) (1100 University Ave. W, Windsor)👥💻 Hybrid

This event is being held as part of Hackforge’s Accessibility Series, coinciding with Global Accessibility Awareness Day (May 16) and National AccessAbility Week (May 26 – June 1).

The third Thursday of each May is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). The purpose of GAAD is to get people to share lived experiences and innovative ideas about digital access and inclusion.

In this session we will learn about the Ontario open for business economic growth strategy that requires all Ontario organizations to implement the four core principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The AODA was passed into law in 2005 with the goal of full inclusion by 2025. The purpose of AODA is to create a more inclusive province, that can attract more economic growth by removing as many barriers as possible, making Ontario open for everyone.

Presenter David Best will dig into how the AODA can help your business reach larger markets. He’ll cover the four value proposition principles that can help your business attract customers and stand out in the market:

Dignity: From information to knowledge (Knowledge is power)

Independence: From accessibility to usability (Usability is enabling)

Integration: From passive to active (Active is inclusive)

Equality: From chaos to stability (Stability is satisfaction)

David Best of BEST Accessibility Consulting is an Accessibility Information Technology Specialist with over 35 years of experience in the industry. He has worked for Air Canada, and recently retired from IBM. David was also one of the first blind individuals to graduate with a B.Sc. in computer science from a Canadian University.

📅 Thursday, May 16th

⏲ 6 – 8 PM

📍 Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario (ALSO) (1100 University Ave. W, Windsor)

Cost: free

Register to attend In-Person in below RSVP box.

Register to attend Virtually: Zoom

Hackforge’s Accessibility Series is made possible with the support of Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario

React Workshop Series: Building Interactive Components
2024-05-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥In-person Only

Join us this month for another hands-on event from Hackforge’s Web Development Group. In this beginner-focused workshop, you’ll learn how to use the React library to build interactive and dynamic components. Key Topics Covered:

Creating reusable components

Basic state management and component lifecycle

Handling user input and events

Best practices for building scalable user interfaces

What to Expect: The format of this workshop will be a mix of a presentation/demo and hands-on development. Attendees are encouraged to bring their laptops to participate in the development activities. A GitHub repository with the code you need to participate will be made available to download closer to the event date. This event is free and available in-person only.

Border City Data: Hack the Afternoon!
2024-05-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥In-person Only

Bring your data, your computer, and your problem! Border City Data is offering a drop-in Hack the Afternoon event where attendees can receive help with their data issues.

Database query not returning the desired result? Unsure how to visualize a data set? Trouble scraping info from a website? We can help!

We’re not wizards and can’t do your work for you, but if you bring your assets and a willingness to learn, we can assist you in overcoming obstacles.

📢 This event is in-person only and will take place at Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210).

Mastering Prompt Engineering for Developers
2024-05-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ, (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥💻 Hybrid

Join us for an immersive workshop tailored for developers interested in leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) like OpenAI’s GPT. This event will delve into the intricacies of prompt engineering, a crucial skill for anyone looking to enhance their application development with AI capabilities.

What You Will Learn:

Best Practices in Prompt Engineering: Understand the principles behind effective prompt design to improve the performance and relevancy of responses from LLMs.

Building Custom Chatbots: Discover how to design and implement your own chatbots using LLMs, tailored to your specific needs and customer interactions.

Who Should Attend:

This workshop is ideal for software developers, AI researchers, and technical project managers who are eager to integrate AI into their workstreams and enhance their applications’ capabilities through tailored prompts.

Event Takeaways:

Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of how to craft effective prompts, practical experience in prompt iteration, and insights into innovative uses of LLMs for technology development.

All you need is your laptop , Open AI account and google colab notebook

Join us to unlock the full potential of prompt engineering and transform your development projects with AI!

📅 Thursday, May 9th

⏲ 6:30 – 8:30 PM

📍 Hackforge HQ, (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210) and Zoom

OSM Windsor-Essex Monthly Meetup: Civic Science
2024-05-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ, (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥💻 Hybrid

Come meet up with OpenStreetMap Windsor-Essex on Monday, May 6th, to learn about Civic Science! We’ll explore what this term means, discuss how/whether OSM fits into this definition, and look at some upcoming opportunities for becoming a civic scientist.

This is a free event, and everyone is welcome to attend!

📅 Monday, May 6th

⏲ 6 – 8 PM

📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette, Unit 210) and online via Zoom

To learn more about civic/community/citizen science, check out this short podcast from NPR.

Hackforge Linux User Group Virtual Social Event!
2024-05-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Ontario
📍 Discord💻 Virtual Only

Come join us as we nerd out about Linux at this month’s Hackforge Linux User Group Virtual Social!

📅 Friday, May 3rd

⏲ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST)

Virtual Event: Discord

What to Expect:

– Help with Problems: Bring your Linux-related queries and let our community experts assist you in finding solutions.

– Current Events Discussion: Stay updated and engage in discussions about the latest happenings in the Linux world.

This virtual social event provides an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow Linux enthusiasts, learn, and have fun!

Hope to see you all there!

Earth Day Community Tree Planting
2024-04-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Ganatchio Trail, Tecumseh, Little River Ext, Windsor, Ontario, ON N8P, Canada
📍Windsor, Ganatchio Trail – Little River Ext, Windsor, ON N8P, Canada👥 In-Person Only

Hackforge is putting together a Green Team for ERCA’s annual Earth Day Community Tree Planting event, and we’d love for you to join us!

There is no cost to attend, and no prior tree-planting experience is required. Email info@hackf.org to register for this event. We can set up carpooling

Date & Time: Apr 28, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Ganatchio Trail – Little River Ext, Windsor, ON N8P, Canada

More details: https://www.essexregionconservation.ca/event-details/earth-day-community-tree-planting-2

Cannalytics: Learn Basic Data Analysis with Public Data
2024-04-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ, (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥💻 Hybrid

This month at Border City Data, join Doug Sartori for a look at cannabis retail in Canada. We’ll look at public data sources and generate visualizations about the sector.

Join in to see demonstrations of basic data ingestion, transformation, and visualization with free tools. This is a beginner-friendly event with easy-to-understand data. If you’re curious about data science but don’t know where to start, this event is for you.

📅 Thursday, April 25th

⏲ 6 – 8 pm

📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210), or register online via Zoom to attend virtually.

Walking Tour Walkthrough
2024-04-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)💻 Virtual Only

Pytheas is an open source, digital walking tour guide developed by Parallel 42 Systems in 2022. It has been used to create the McDougall Street Corridor and Queer Walk walking tours.

Over the past three months, Hackforge’s developer advocate intern Haley Tibbits has been working on improving the Pytheas codebase. Her goal was to make the system more user-friendly, including cleaner packages and comprehensive documentation. And now Haley’s ready to show off her work!

Tune in to this virtual event on Monday, April 22nd to get a step-by-step walkthrough of a Pytheas implementation. Learn more about the platform and how it can help you guide visitors on a food tour, historic exploration, or scavenger hunt.

Register now via Zoom to receive the call link.

Event Date: Monday, April 22nd

Event Time: 6 – 8pm

Event Location: Zoom.

Hackforge Linux User Group Virtual Social Event
2024-04-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Ontario
📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)💻 Virtual Only

Join us for an exciting evening of nerding out and exploring container features of systemd at this month’s Hackforge Linux User Group Virtual Social!

📅 April 21st

⏲ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST)

Virtual Event: Discord

What to Expect:

– Help with Problems: Bring your Linux-related queries and let our community experts assist you in finding solutions.

– Current Events Discussion: Stay updated and engage in discussions about the latest happenings in the Linux world.

– Bonus Activity: Explore the possibilities of running two Linux distributions on the same machine with systemd-nspawn. Get hands-on guidance and tips to experiment with this exciting feature!

This virtual social event provides an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow Linux enthusiasts, learn, and have fun!

OSM Field Mapping
2024-04-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Ontario
📍Sandwich Town – Meet in front of the John Muir Branch of the Windsor Public Library (363 Mill St.)👥In-person Only

Now that spring is here we’re excited to get back outside for some OpenStreetMap field mapping!

This time we’re going to cover Sandwich Town in Windsor’s west end. We’ll meet at the John Muir Branch of the Windsor Public Library (363 Mill St.) for 6pm, and from there will explore one of the oldest settlements in Ontario. This neighbourhood features parks, commercial establishments, and infrastructure that have yet to be comprehensively mapped in OSM – so we’ll be getting as much of that as we can logged into the database!

Be sure to download Every Door (https://every-door.wp-content/) and sign in using your OSM credentials ahead of time, so we can make the most of our mapping time.

📢📢 This is a “weather permitting” event! Please keep an eye on our socials for any updates, and make sure to register through the Hackforge website – we’ll be contacting registrants on the day of the event with weather updates.

📅 Thursday, April 18th

⏲ 6 – 7:30 pm

📍 Sandwich Town – Meet in front of the John Muir Branch of the Windsor Public Library (363 Mill St.)

Connections are the new Currency
2024-04-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ, (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥💻 Hybrid

Join us for an insightful session where we’ll delve into the art of effective job searching across diverse job boards, fine-tuning your LinkedIn profile for maximum impact, and cultivating a strong professional network.

Whether you’re a part-time seeker or fully committed to finding your next opportunity, especially in the dynamic IT industry, this session offers invaluable insights and strategies to elevate your job search game.

Don’t miss out on this golden opportunity to advance your career journey!🔗 Register via zoom to join virtually.

Fortify Your Web Applications with AWS WAF!
2024-04-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ, (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥💻 Hybrid

Prepare for an exciting exploration into web application security! In this dynamic event, we’ll dive deep into the fundamentals of AWS WAF (Web Application Firewall) and uncover how it can enhance your ability to protect your digital assets. Don’t miss out on the chance to learn about the core concepts of AWS WAF and its role in your security strategy. You’ll have the opportunity to explore real-world examples and success stories of organizations strengthening their web applications with AWS WAF. Additionally, you’ll discover best practices for configuring, monitoring, and optimizing AWS WAF to defend against evolving threats. This is an invaluable opportunity to enhance your understanding of web application security and empower yourself to better protect your digital assets. In today’s digital world, safeguarding your web applications is essential. Join us to harness the capabilities of AWS WAF and equip yourself with the knowledge and resources necessary to stay ahead of cyber threats. 🔗 Register via zoom to join virtually.This event is free and hybrid, but keep in mind that you MUST BE PRESENT @HACKFORGE TO WIN PRIZES – SOLAR ECLIPSE GLASSES ECLIPSE GUARD by CELESTIAL OPTICAL ISO 12312-2!

intro to react
2024-03-26 19:00 - 20:30 | Windsor Hackforge, 300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210, Windsor, Ontario, N9A7B4, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥 In-Person Only

Join us for an exciting exploration into the world of front-end development with the next event from our web development interest group: “Intro to React”. This beginner-focused event will begin with a brief presentation introducing the fundamentals of the React library, followed by an open discussion and a chance to try out some React development on your own with help from seasoned developers.

While this event is tailored to beginners, all levels of developers with (or without) React experience are welcome to attend and engage in our discussion. Attendees are encouraged to bring their laptops to participate in hands-on development during the event.

This event is free and available In-person .

OpenStreetMap Windsor-Essex: Active Transportation Infrastructure Catalogue & Wishlist
2024-03-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Windsor Hackforge, 300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210, Windsor, Ontario, N9A7B4, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥 In-Person Only

Active transportation infrastructure includes sidewalks, bike lanes, and multi-use paths. Basically, anything that improves people’s ability to move about their environment using human-powered forms of travel – think bikes, rollerblades, canoes, and wheelchairs.

OSM Windsor-Essex wants to explore where this infrastructure already exists in the region, and then daydream about the possibilities for improving it! We’ll start by gathering attendee input on where existing infrastructure is currently missing from the dataset, and will then create a map that shows where we would like to see additions and improvements. The Wishlist Map will then be made available on the Hackforge website.

Setting up for success: designing a software development process that doesn't suck
2024-03-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Windsor Hackforge, 300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210, Windsor, Ontario, N9A7B4, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ, (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥💻 Hybrid

Join Doug Sartori and Lauren Hedges in a lively discussion about software development processes. With 20 years of experience as a Solution Architect at Parallel 42 Systems, Doug shares insights into project success and failure. Lauren, serving as a Project Manager and Business Analyst since 2018, adds her perspective. Together, they’ve led projects for non-profits and SMEs in Windsor-Essex and Detroit.

Whether you’re a seasoned developer, project manager, or just curious about effective software development dynamics, this event promises an enlightening and interactive experience. Bring your questions, experiences, and an open mind as we collectively explore the keys to designing a software development process that not only works but thrives within your organizational context.

Register via Zoom to join virtually

Leap Year Board Game Night
2024-02-29 12:00 - 15:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥In-person Only

We’ve decided to make the most of the extra day, and will be spending the evening of February 29th playing board games!

Feel free to bring your favourite(s), and we’ll set up several small groups or one big one – whatever suits us best! There is no cost to attend, but this is a 16+ event. Come anytime between 5 and 8pm (we might go later, too! All depends on how many people we have and how many games we end up playing). See you then!

OSM Windsor-Essex: Map Night
2024-02-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ, (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥💻 Hybrid

Join OpenStreetMap Windsor-Essex for a night of collaborative mapping! Whether you’re an experienced OSM contributor or looking to make your first edit, we’d love to have you join us.

This is a casual event where folks can ask questions, try new editing platforms, and connect with other mappers in the area. No cost to join, and no experience is necessary!

Register to join online.

Linux Systemd & Podman Quadlet Workshop
2024-02-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ, (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥In-person Only

Welcome to the First Meetup of the Year: Linux Systemd & Podman Quadlet Workshop!

We’re thrilled to kick off the new year with the inaugural meetup of the Hackforge Linux User Group! Join us as we embark on an enlightening journey into the basics of systemd and the exciting world of Podman Quadlet, all through engaging hands-on activities.

Event Details:

Date: Monday February 12th, 2024

Time: 7pm – 9pm

Location: 300 Ouellette Ave, Unity 210 Windsor, Ontario N9A 7B4

Agenda:

Understanding systemd Basics: Delve into the basics of systemd services, the cornerstone of modern Linux init systems.

Introduction to Podman Quadlet: Explore the innovative features of Podman Quadlet, a versatile tool for managing containers as systemd services.

Follow Along with openSUSE Tumbleweed or Compatible Distros:

For those eager to participate hands-on, we recommend configuring a virtual machine (VM) using openSUSE Tumbleweed. Equipped with the latest version of Podman, this setup ensures seamless synchronization with our workshop content. Alternatively, any distribution featuring Podman version `4.8.3` or higher will also be compatible for following along.

SETUP INSTRUCTIONS

Don’t hesitate to contact Randy via the Hackforge Discord if you need any help setting up your VM. He’s here to assist you every step of the way and ensure you’re fully prepared for the workshop ahead.

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of our inaugural meetup of the year and connect with fellow Linux enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your Linux journey, there’s something for everyone at our workshop.

Open Data Pub Night
2024-02-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥In-person Only

Windsor Hackforge and the Canadian Open Data Society (CODS) are holding a casual get-together at Craftheads Brewing on Friday, February 9th.

CODS is a national collective of open data supporters who strive to promote and support relevant initiatives across the country. As part of their mission to broaden public discourse on Open Data, they’re working with Hackforge to present this meetup.

Attendees can expect semi-structured conversation related to the role open data plays in the Canadian tech ecosystem, information on CODS and their mission, and the opportunity to converse with data professionals. Refreshments will be available to purchase from the bar.

Where: Craftheads Brewing (89 University Ave W, SE corner of University and Pelissier)

When: Friday, February 9th, 6 – 8 pm

Please note that this is an 19+, in-person only event

Backups are overrated: Unveiling the Truth that Restores Matter Most in our AWS Universe
2024-02-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ, (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥💻 Hybrid

Join us for an electrifying AWS User Group Meetup where I’ll guide you through the uncharted territories of AWS Backup. In just 30 minutes, I’ll unravel the secrets to go from zero to AWS Backup hero, delving into the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of data protection. Brace yourselves as we demystify AWS Backup. But here’s the twist – we’re flipping the script and boldly declaring that in the realm of backups, only restores truly matter.🔗Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMldOmupz8iGtLOz9-DZDWLe6E8NaUYDOHH#/registration

Border City Data: Windsor Pizza Map
2024-01-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥💻Hybrid

At what physical location in Windsor is one furthest from a pizza joint? This is a very important question that must be solved. And Doug Sartori has the method!

Stop by or tune in for this practical tutorial on gathering and using geodata. We’ll start out with where to source location data for all of the city’s pizza parlours, and will then turn that into a map that can be used to find our most abundant chain, the average distance between pizzerias, and more!

This is a free, hybrid event, and all are welcome!

Zoom Link:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrcOuhrj0qGNUja9TZmsJ44CXntXJak1pm

Global Game Jam 2024
2024-01-22 15:00 - 2024-01-28 14:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥💻Hybrid

The goal of Global Game Jam is to bring people together to create video games or non-digital games, like board or card games. Participants, also known as jammers, work together to rapidly prototype game designs and hopefully create inspiring new ideas that contribute to the growth of the games industry. All Global Game Jam sites share a common theme. Please note: Global Game Jam is not a competition.

This year Hackforge is participating as a site host! This means we’ll be providing game building mentorship, help navigating the signup and upload process, and a place to work. We’re offering a hybrid site, meaning folks can join us in-person at Hackforge HQ at designated times, or virtually via video and text chat on Discord.

To participate, register as a Jammer here:

https://globalgamejam.org/jam-sites/2024/windsor-hackforge-ggj-2024

Our event schedule is as follows:

Jam Kickoff (Keynote Presentation, account setup, etc): Monday, January 22nd, 8 – 10pm (VIRTUAL ONLY)

Jam Site Open (work collaboratively, get assistance, socialize, etc): Tuesday, January 23rd, 4 – 8pm / Wednesday, January 24th, 4 – 8pm / Thursday, January 25th, 4 – 8pm

Jam Closing (complete, submit, and present games): Sunday, January 28th, 12 – 7pm

If joining us in-person, please bring any materials and equipment you need to create your game with you. This could be crafting supplies (if creating a board game), or computer equipment. We have power bars and extension cords available.

More information about GGJ: https://globalgamejam.org/

Useful resources for participants: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qQf5zjvJHEB40xYhTiFo9GzNYUBt8iAw8vzPu2Oy354/edit?usp=sharing

Hackforge Discord: https://discord.gg/jprF2s2V6h

OSM Windsor-Essex Meetup
2024-01-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ, (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥💻 Hybrid

For this month’s meetup we’re keeping things casual. Tune in or stop by Hackforge HQ for discussions and tutorials on OpenStreetMap. We’ll take a look at contributor tools, projects that are based on OSM data, and the current state of Windsor’s data.

This event is beginner friendly and a great way to get started with community mapping. If you’re interested in city planning, geodata, citizen science, or maps, join us! Everyone is welcome and participation is free.

🔗 Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkcO-oqT4sE93yo2vc1OC1zJ8DGpSuSLHA

Web dev hack night
2024-01-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)👥 In-person Only

Hackforge is back with our first event of 2024, and we’re kicking things off with a brand new interest group! This new group will be focused on everything related to web development, and is starting off easy with a drop-in hacknight. Come by Hackforge HQ with your laptop on Thursday, January 18th to meet other developers, work on projects, ask questions, and learn more about what is to come from the Web Dev group.This event is free and open to everyone, regardless of experience level.

Free

👥In-person Only

Winfosec: The OWASP Top 10 Home Stretch
2023-12-29 14:00 - 15:00 | Fogolar Furlan, 1800 North Service Rd, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 1Y3, Canada
Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210)Hybrid

Join us for the last Winfosec meeting of the year! We’ll look at OWASP Top 10 numbers nine and ten. We’ll learn all about poor application logging, server side request forgeries and how to prevent them.

This is a hybrid event – join us in-person at Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave, unit 210), or virtually from your favourite hangout spot. There is no fee to attend and everyone is welcome!

RSVP via Zoom to join virtually.
