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. Check out the Eventbrite listing for more details: eventbrite.ca/e/linux-instal…

Join us for some casual conversation about #opendata - whether you're a seasoned professional, student, or data enthusiast, there will be a chance for you to share your perspective and hear from others. RSVP on eventbrite: eventbrite.ca/e/open-data-pu…

Tonight we're meeting up at Craftheads Brewing to talk all things open data! There are a few spaces left, so make sure to reserve soon! We unfortunately can't guarantee space for walk-ins (but you can try anyhow!) eventbrite.ca/e/open-data-pu…

We're taking another swing at our Walkerville Mapping Party! Join us to learn about @OpenStreetMap, the Every Door app, and how we can improve the available geodata for our neighbourhoods. Also, we're going out for ice cream at the end! 🍦 More info: eventbrite.ca/e/rescheduled-…

Looks like the weather will be cooperative for tomorrow's Mapping Party in #Walkerville! Get all the details here and we'll see you tomorrow at 6: eventbrite.ca/e/rescheduled-…

It's looking like the rain has moved on, so we're good to go for tonight's Mapping Party in #Walkerville! Bring your mobile device and meet us in front of The Walkerville Theatre at 6pm for some micro-mapping exploration! Full details here: eventbrite.ca/e/rescheduled-…

On Sunday we're holding a free beginner-level #python class in #Windsor! There are still a few spots left, so make sure to register now if you plan to attend. eventbrite.ca/e/708566360057…

The AGM is tomorrow, and we hope you'll join us! L learn all about what's happening behind-the-scenes at Hackforge, and to make your voice heard on issues that impact the entire organization. Register via Eventbrite to participate in-person or virtually: eventbrite.ca/e/hackforge-ag…

This Sunday we're participating in #OpenStreetsWindsor from 10am-2pm! Stop by our booth on the SE corner of University and Ouellette where we'll be gathering geodata on local neighbourhoods. We'll also have an indoor activity for visitors to write their first line of code!

Missed our AGM but interested to know what's going on behind-the-scenes at Hackforge? We've got you covered! Check out this recap of Tuesday's AGM for the whole scoop. hackf.org/2023/09/13/202…

Our monthly Linux Meetup is happening tomorrow night at Hackforge HQ! What topic will you be bringing out? l8r.it/EBrt

Come to 300 Ouellette Ave, Unit 210 tonight between 7 and 9 to make friends with folks who love #Linux! This is a free event, and all are welcome. l8r.it/ZGDD

There are still virtual spots available for tonight's Amazon VPC tutorial! Register via Zoom to get access to this beginner-friendly lesson that will teach you learn the fundamental building blocks of cloud architecture Free to attend and all are welcome! us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Tomorrow night Doug Sartori leads a tutorial on accessing and working with advertising data from Meta's Ad Library. Tune in to learn about what data they offer, how to work with their API keys, and to see a demo of data consumption and processing. eventbrite.ca/e/border-city-…

Tune in tonight at 6 to learn how you can access and work with advertising data straight from Meta! This is a free, intermediate-level tutorial that will be of interest to social media marketers, researchers, and data enthusiasts. Register now to attend: eventbrite.ca/e/border-city-…

Together with @avinusonline and One Tree Planted we're raising money to help with #reforestation efforts across Canada. So far we're 25% of the way to our goal of raising $1000 to plant 1000 trees! Thanks @windsoritedotca for the coverage! windsorite.ca/2023/10/tech-e…

We've got two weeks left in our Tress from Techies campaign, and we're over 50% of the way to our goal! ⁠ ⁠ Help us to raise $425 more dollars towards the planting of 1000 tress by visiting forest-fundraiser.raisely.com/treesfromtechi… 🌳🌳🌳⁠ ⁠

As part of our anticipation for @windsorfilmfest, we spent some time with the #data about their upcoming screenings. The highlights are shown here, but you can also visit our website to get some more in-depth insight! hackf.org/2023/10/17/wif…

This is a really cool tool that visualizes transportation inequalities. It teaches "important concepts related to accessibility, transportation equity, and the factors contributing to transport poverty" through an interactive, data-based map. dashboard.mobilizingjustice.ca

We're planning a no-stakes development challenge based on #retrogaming! Check out the details and send us a message at @[email protected] if you're interested in participating or volunteering You can also join our discord to get in the conversation directly: discord.gg/uYMVQYP