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BCS Oxfordshire Branch

@bcsoxfordshire.bsky.social
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The Oxfordshire Branch of the BCS has over 800 members and holds monthly meetings from September to May each year. Both BCS members and non-members are always welcome and details can be found in the computer press and on the web.

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BCS Oxfordshire Branch @bcsoxfordshire.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Join BCS Oxfordshire for our hybrid Women in Computing event celebrating Ada Lovelace Day! 📅 Tuesday 13 October, 6–8pm Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hybrid-wom... #BCS #WomenInComputing #WomenInTech #STEM #Technology #Computing
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Hybrid: Women in Computing (Ada Lovelace Day) - Oxfordshire branch
The Women in Computing celebrates women across IT and computer science. This is fifth such annual event from BCS Oxfordshire.
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BCS Oxfordshire Branch @bcsoxfordshire.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Thank you to everyone who attended the BCS Oxfordshire Summer Social and made it such a fantastic evening of networking! #BCS #Oxford #ITNetworking #TechCommunity #Events
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BCS Oxfordshire Branch @bcsoxfordshire.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Still haven't registered for the free BCS Oxfordshire Summer Social? Join fellow Oxford tech professionals and researchers tomorrow (June 10th) at 6:30 PM for a relaxed evening of networking. #Oxford #ITNetworking #TechCommunity #OxfordEvents
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BCS Oxfordshire Branch @bcsoxfordshire.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Connect with fellow IT professionals at the free BCS Oxfordshire Summer Social in Oxford on June 10th at 6:30 PM! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bcs-oxford... #Oxford #Event #Network #IT
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BCS Oxfordshire Summer Social & Networking Event
You’ll get to mingle with like-minded people and learn more about the exciting talks we have planned for next year. Don’t miss out!
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CompSciOxford @compscioxford.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Recruiting: We're hiring a Research Associate in Computational Methods for Climate & Child Health to help lead an ongoing multiyear programme of methodological research linking climate science with child health and wellbeing. Details & applications: my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecru... @flaxter.bsky.social
A salmon pink graphic with the Department of Computer Science logo at the top left and text reading 'We’re hiring: Research Associate in Computational Methods for Climate and Child Health. Full time fixed term contract for 1 year. Grade 07RS: £39,424-£43,984 per annum inclusive of Oxford University weighting. Application Deadline: 12:00 27 May 2026. @compscioxford #CompSciOxford'. There are also lines and dots pointing to the text that look like a computer board.
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BCS Oxfordshire Branch @bcsoxfordshire.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
The BCS Oxfordshire Branch was proud to host Professor Hong Zhu for this essential deep dive into AI 'Code Smells.' The session provided our members with invaluable insights into the critical balance between AI productivity and long-term software maintainability. #BCS #Oxford #Event #Codesmells
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BCS Oxfordshire Branch @bcsoxfordshire.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
This BCS Oxfordshire hybrid webinar on 13 May 2026 now features Professor Hong Zhu discussing code smells and comparing those in human-written programs versus LLM-generated code. The online link is: us02web.zoom.us/j/8203293044... Welcome to join! #CodeSmells #LLM #Event #BCSOxfordshire #BCS
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Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting
Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise cloud communications.
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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 12/05/2026
ICYMI: Watch @oii.ox.ac.uk researcher Franziska Sofia Hafner explain how friendly AI chatbots make more mistakes and tell people what they want to hear. Find out more and download the full study published in Nature: bit.ly/430LqOD. Watch the video: www.youtube.com/shorts/-IFPP...
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OII’s Franziska Sofia Hafner explains why friendly chatbots make more mistakes.
YouTube video by Oxford Internet Institute, University of Oxford
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CompSciOxford @compscioxford.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Do you want to study one of our undergraduate Computer Science courses in 2027? UCAS applications are now open for 2027 entry, you can register and start your application in your UCAS Hub. For more information on how to apply: www.cs.ox.ac.uk/admissions/u... #CompSciOxford #UCAS #UCASApplication
A photograph of two young men sitting in a common room, smiling and chatting. They are each wearing casual clothing and holding mugs. At the top of the image there is a blue – grey background with text reading ‘Want to join us in 2027?’. To the right of the image, there is a pale blue box with text reading ‘UCAS applications are now open for 2027 entry. You can register and start your application in your UCAS Hub.’.
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BCS Oxfordshire Branch @bcsoxfordshire.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
Join us on 13 May 2026 at Rewley House for 'Code Smells: Human-Written vs LLM Generated Programs' with Prof. Hong Zhu, exploring how AI-generated code compares to professional human code in terms of maintainability and quality. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hybrid-cod... #BCSOxfordshire #CodeSmells #LLM
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Hybrid: Code Smells: Human-Written vs LLM Generated Programs
Code Smells: Human-Written vs LLM Generated Programs with Prof Hong Zhu
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CompSciOxford @compscioxford.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
On 12 May, Prof Srđan Čapkun (@ethz.ch) will deliver the Strachey Lecture ‘Hardening Digital Infrastructure: Resilient Positioning and Sovereign Smartphone Architectures’. Book now: www.eventbrite.com/e/strachey-l... The Strachey Lectures are generously supported by OxFORD Asset Management.
A grey-blue background with text reading ‘‘Hardening Digital Infrastructure: Resilient Positioning and Sovereign Smartphone Architectures’ Professor Srđan Čapkun (ETH Zurich). Strachey Lecture: Date and time: 12 May 2026 15:00 Location: Oxford University Museum of Natural History. The Strachey Lectures are generously supported by OxFORD Asset Management’. There is a logo for OxFORD Asset Management at the bottom of the graphic. On the left of the graphic there are dark blue dots and lines that look like a computer board, and on the right of the graphic there is a circular photograph of Professor Srđan Čapkun.
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BCS Oxfordshire Branch @bcsoxfordshire.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
Many thanks to Professor Francis for the insightful talk, and to all who participated. We explored how rare-earth elements are vital to modern technology and why recycling and building sustainable supply chains are crucial. 📅 15 April 2026 #Forum #Oxford #BCS
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BCS Oxfordshire Branch @bcsoxfordshire.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
BCS Forum 11 March 2026 featured expert insights on responsible quantum innovation through RRI frameworks addressing hype, risks and geopolitics while ensuring broad societal benefits. Thanks to all speakers and participants! 🚀🔬🤝 #Quantum #RRI #QuantumEthics #Forum #Oxford #BCS
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BCS Oxfordshire Branch @bcsoxfordshire.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Explore the world of Rare Earth with Prof. Frances Wall this Wednesday, 15 April at 7:30 PM! Join BCS Oxfordshire online to learn about the minerals powering our tech. 🌍🔋 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/webinar-ev... #BCSOxfordshire #Tech #Sustainability
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Webinar Event: All About Rare Earths
Presentation by Prof Frances Wall OBE, Camborne School of Mines, University of Exeter. Note this is an online-only event.
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BCS Oxfordshire Branch @bcsoxfordshire.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Join 'Towards Responsible Quantum Computing', a free hybrid event in Oxford and online on Wed 11 March 2025, 7:30–9:00 pm. Register now. oxfordshire11032026.eventbrite.co.uk #quantumcomputing #responsibletech #ethics @marenka.bsky.social @carolynth.bsky.social
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Hybrid Event: Towards Responsible Quantum Computing
Recent developments in the national and international development of quantum computing from a societal impact perspective
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