NodeBots Day
NodeBots are robots that are controlled by JavaScript. Come along for a day of hardware and software hacking, where we get to control the machines.
Gordon Williams will be joining us with a host of Espruino boards, components and wizardry. We also have a couple of node-powered RC cars, some Arduino Uno boards and a collection of components, as well as a few boxes of Lego Technic to let your imagination run wild.
This event is part of the International NodeBots Day.
Agenda
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Arrive, drink coffee and eat pastries
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Start working
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Lunch break!
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Wrap-up
Please make sure you read and agree to our Code of Conduct before attending.
Who should come?
Everyone! If you can write a bit of JavaScript you'll fit right in. If you know a little about electronics or Arduino then all the better, but it's not required. We'll have plenty of mentors to help and guide you throughout the day, and you've got the opportunity to hack on your own projects, play with some of the kit, or even just join a group and see what the day brings. The focus of NodeBots day is sharing and enjoying each others company.
What do I need to bring?
All you'll need is your own laptop (if you don't have one, just get in touch with us in advance and we'll do our best to sort you out), and it will help if nodejs is already installed.
If you have any components, devices or things you'd like to hack on bring them along!
We'll have tea, coffee, snacks and drinks available throughout the day, as well as pastries in the morning and burritos for lunch. Please get in touch if you have any special dietary requirements and we'll sort you out.
Who do I thank?
Mostly Ryan, totally Gordon and kind of Ben for organising the day, buying stuff, and being great.
Sponsors
Pusher - paid for the robot parts
Haybrook - bought us snacks, drinks & burritos
Espruino - Gordon provided the espruinos, both today and in general
White October - location, ambiance, people and coffee
Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors that have made it possible to run this event and build our community.
Extras
We're always on the look out for new speakers to come and give a talk. If you have a talk that you'd like to present, please Submit a Talk and we'll contact you to arrange a date.
We are very keen to encourage new speakers. If you think you'd like to get into public speaking but don't know where to start please Get in Touch with us or take a look at our Speaker Resources. We'll do everything we can to develop your speaking skills.
Come and chat with us on Twitter or Slack. See videos of past events on our YouTube.