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Computers in Education Society of Ireland

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CESI has been voluntarily supporting ICT in Education since 1973 and is the official Teacher Professional Network for Computer Science in Ireland. lnk.bio/CESI Artwork by Visual Thinkery

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Steve Welsh @stevedotedu.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
On 24th June, DCU will serve as a local hub for the #DigAcc26 conference. Participants from the greater Dublin area are welcome to join us at DCU to engage with the conference sessions together! Info and registration: www.dcu.ie/dcu-communit...
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Kate Molloy @kate-molloy.net · 29/05/2026
I'll be joining @magsamond.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy at the @iltasky.bsky.social #EdTech26 conference next as a #Gastateer. We're sharing our experiences as @cesi-ie.bsky.social digital archivists under the @dri.ie community archive scheme: www.conftool.net/edtech-annua...
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
We are grateful to the DRI for helping us openly share 50 years of history. This valuable collection will be of interest to those researching ICT in Irish education. @iesjournal.bsky.social @educationtrex.bsky.social @miceducationfac.bsky.social @dcuioe.bsky.social @marinoinstitute.bsky.social
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Webwise @webwiseireland.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
📚 Explore key online safety topics with your students using our free curriculum-aligned resources. • Cyberbullying • Privacy & digital footprints • Misinformation & disinformation • Image sharing, consent & peer pressure webwise.ie/teachers/resources/ #OnlineSafety #Edchatie
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Digital Repository of Ireland (DRI) @dri.ie · 28/04/2026
Join us for an online workshop in creating text‑based adventure games using Twine, a free tool for building interactive stories. Francesca Mackenzie, National Archives & Lotte Wijsman, Nationaal Archief will lead this hands-on session. No prior experience necessary! dri.ie/events/gamif...
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For Tech’s Sake @fortechssakepod.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
And chunks of this episode were also informed by a keynote @elaineburke.bsky.social delivered at the recent @cesi-ie.bsky.social conference in Limerick, which you can watch in full here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfwM...
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CESI 2026 Keynote - Elaine Burke
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TeachNet Ireland @teachnet.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
#CESICon Redux @johnmayo.bsky.social conference of the Computers in Education Society of Ireland 2026 was a throwback to the old days, with a large attendance on Saturday and the #TeachMeet making a welcome return on the Friday #DigitalFutures #DigitalLearning, #AIinEducation, buff.ly/Oya7CK8
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CESICON Redux
CESICON is back, baby. Like the halcyon days of Anglo Irish Bank during the Celtic Tiger, CESICON – the conference of Computers in Education Society of Ireland (CESI) – saw a return to the old days…
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Bernie Goldbach "topgold" @topgold.ie · 28/02/2026
Watching @eleanorwalsh2.bsky.social react when he pres on Maker Education and the CRAFT Outreach Support programme is unexpectedly converted to an automated slide show. #CESICON
Why me?
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Bernie Goldbach "topgold" @topgold.ie · 28/02/2026
Starting the 2026 @cesi-ie.bsky.social #CESICON by rewinding 20 seconds of last night's TeachMeet
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Michał Wieczorek @michalwieczorek.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Come do your PhD with me! I am offering a fully-funded, four-year PhD position in the School of Education @ucddublin.bsky.social. If you want to do critical research on technology and education, especially combining philosophical and qualitative methods, please apply! www.ucd.ie/education/re...
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Vacancies - UCD School of Education
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Bernie Goldbach "topgold" @topgold.ie · 27/02/2026
@cesi-ie.bsky.social TeachMeet teachers leaning forward to see student projects from environmental science classes. #cesicon
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Bernie Goldbach "topgold" @topgold.ie · 27/02/2026
25 minutes into @cesi-ie.bsky.social TeachMeet and @magsamond.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy has lost control.
Mags appealalg
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Bernie Goldbach "topgold" @topgold.ie · 27/02/2026
I am always entertained when @cesi-ie.bsky.social teachers dance to @showell.cloud's Scratch work.
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
All roads lead to Limerick for #CESIcon next weekend. Our programme is packed with topics like LCCS, computing, GenAI, and UDL. @elaineburke.bsky.social will open the day with her keynote talk: Artificial Intelligence: Hype vs Reality. Registration is still open, but act fast! www.cesi.ie
CESI owl flies the conference banner: CESI Conference 2026, Navigating Digital Futures 3.0, Limerick 28 February
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TeachNet Ireland @teachnet.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Was an absolute pleasure chatting with @elaineburke.bsky.social from ‬ ‪@fortechssakepod.bsky.social‬ and Sarah Jane Carey of @cesi-ie.bsky.social about #CESICon26 recently, looking forward to Feb 28th in #GaelcholáisteLuimnigh
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Registration is open for #CesiCon 2026! Join us in Limerick on 28 February for an action packed day of hands-on learning. The draft programme will be shared soon! @lcetb.com @denistreacy.com www.eventbrite.ie/e/cesi-confe...
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CESI Conference 2026
The annual conference of the Computers in Education Society of Ireland will take place in Limerick on 28th February 2026.
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
The latest CESI Staffroom podcast features an interview with @gravesle.bsky.social. She is Interim Director of Teaching and Learning at UCD and a member of the @ijtel.bsky.social editorial team. Listen for her thoughts on educational technology, TPACK, and assessment. shows.acast.com/cesistaffroo...
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A chat with Leigh Graves Wolf | CESI Staffroom
Leigh talks about her inspiration to be involved with educational technology
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Check out CESI National Executive member @educatefran.bsky.social on a recent episode of the ATU podcast. Frances shares her thoughts on wearable AI and its implications for privacy, safety, and ethics. Read or listen here: www.atu.ie/news/opinion...
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Opinion piece: Are we ready for AI-powered smart glasses on our children’s faces?  - Atlantic Technological University
Frances O’Donnell, instructional designer and researcher in AI has warned that next-generation AI smart glasses, rolling out globally in 2026, could fundamentally reshape how young people interact wit...
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Kate Molloy @kate-molloy.net · 19/01/2026
Considering presenting at the @iltasky.bsky.social EdTech conference in June? Join my co-chair @lwnyrb.bsky.social and I tomorrow for an informative lunchtime webinar. We'll share some suggestions for developing your abstract and offer some insider insights. dcu-ie.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: ILTA Webinar: So you’re thinking of submitting to EdTech 2026. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
This info session will provide interested conference presenters and delegates with an overview of EdTech 2026, Ireland’s premier learning technology and digital education conference. We will share ins...
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
If you need a podcast for a winter walk or a dark commute, check out this conversation with @sarah-jayne-carey.bsky.social and @elaineburke.bsky.social . Go to cesi.ie to submit your conference proposals today, or visit the mailing list to access our 10 Days of Christmas resources.
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland - Website of CESI, the Computers in Education Society of Ireland
Cumann Ríomh-Oideachais na hÉireann
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
Just a friendly reminder that the call for proposals for #CesiCon 2026 closes on Friday - get your submissions in on time!
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Irish Learning Technology Association @iltasky.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Join us to share your digital teaching practice with peers in other Irish universities, in a friendly, convival online session in February, March or April ilta.ie/edtech-pract... #edchatie #heie
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Change one thing in Spring: EdTech practice sharing series – ILTA
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Bernie Goldbach "topgold" @topgold.ie · 08/12/2025
Showing my love for H5P.com #DEC25: topgold.micro.blog/2025/12/08/showi…
DEC25 workshps
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Did you know it's our 10 Days of Christmas over on the mailing list? Have a look at some handy resources to use in the lead up to the break, or find something new to use in January. Whatever you are celebrating (or not) this season - join us online! www.cesi.ie/cesi-mailing... #EdChatIe #EdShareIe
CESI owl logo wearing a festive Santa hat and decorated with some holly
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
We're hosting a TeachMeet during our CESI Open Café on Thursday evening at 19:30. If you have something to share with your fellow teachers or just want to come along to learn, register your interest here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #TmCesi #EdChatIe #EdShareIe
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
We're pleased to announce our 2026 #CESIcon keynote speaker, @elaineburke.bsky.social. 🥳 You might know Elaine from her journalism, the @fortechssakepod.bsky.social, or for her appearance on @rte.ie Prime Time last night. www.rte.ie/news/primeti... @lcetb.com @denistreacy.com
Headshot of Elaine Burke smiling gently at the camera with her arms folded. Her hair is tied back and she is wearing a short sleeved red top.
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CodePlus IRL @codeplusirl.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Join us for our free #CAW webinar @lero-centre.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social @uniofgalway.bsky.social This will take place on Monday 17th November 2025 @cesi-ie.bsky.social Register at: tinyurl.com/mry5dnvk
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
The #CESIcon 2026 call for proposals is open through 19 December. We will return to the Gaelcholáiste Luimnigh on 28 February for a day of exciting talks and workshops as we continue to explore our 'Navigating Digital Futures' theme. @lcetb.com @denistreacy.com #EdChatIe forms.gle/x4SNHynzdT2v...
Illustration of a hand holding a smartphone with a compass on the screen with text reading Navigating Digital Futures
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 28/09/2025
Join us on 9 October for our next Open Café. Thibaud Keller (PhD student, Maynooth University) and Conor Murphy (Community Manager, Dublin Linux Community) will join us to discuss "Open source and open education: democratising computer literacy". www.cesi.ie/cesi-open-ca... #EdChatIe
Signage above door that reads Computers and Open, which is lit up
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Tom Farrelly @gasta.me · 27/08/2025
My new blog post - The Art of the Gasta: How This Presentation Style is an Expression of Openness farrellytom.wordpress.com/2025/08/27/t...
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The Art of the Gasta: How This Presentation Style is an Expression of Openness
In the world of public speaking, we’re constantly seeking new ways to connect with our audience. We’ve moved beyond the stale lecture hall, embracing everything from interactive worksho…
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
Our members joined @michiganstateu.bsky.social #MAET students during their summer programme at @uniofgalway.bsky.social to reflect on theory and reality across our teaching contexts, examine practice through a 'street view', and develop action research projects in technology-enhanced learning.
Chris and Liz share the collaborative question-storming activityMags Amond holds court sharing her experiences with a small group of MAET studentsUna Fleming listens intently to MAET students sharing their experiencesFiona Concannon explains the Irish context to s small group of MAET students
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
Gliondar chroí orainn inniú mar tá leagan Gailge déanta anois don suíomh ididlíon Micro:bit!! GRMA, Aimée Fagan, EMEA Micro:Bit Foundation. 
We are delighted this morning to learn that the @microbit.org website is now availble in Irish, thanks for the news, Aimée! 
microbit.org/ga-ie/
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Micro:bit Educational Foundation
An ríomhaire póca atá ag athrú an domhain
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Ten years ago today, we lost the incomparable Bianca Ní Ghrógain. She was a ray of light on our CESI executive - with a passion for creative digital teaching and learning, and creating inclusive learning environments. We think of you and speak of you often. 💜 www.siliconrepublic.com/life/a-frien...
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A friend’s tribute to edtech champion Bianca Ní Ghrógáin RIP
Highly-regarded educator Bianca Ní Ghrógain passed away on 6 June, here her friend Mags Almond pays tribute to the edtech champion.
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Irish Learning Technology Association @iltasky.bsky.social · 25/05/2025
It’s officially conference week! Just 4 days until #edtech25 and we couldn’t be more excited. Looking forward to fresh ideas, smart tech, and great conversations. See you Thursday! 🙌 Browse the full programme on www.conftool.net/edtech-annua...
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EdTech 2025 - ConfTool Pro - BrowseSessions
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Michał Wieczorek @michalwieczorek.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
Our AI Literacy Training in the Classroom Online Course for teachers is now live with some great insights on AI and AI ethics tailored specifically to educational contexts. Also, check the website for details on workshops in Ireland early next year (including my talk on AI ethics for teachers).
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Online Course - AI in the Classroom
Now, explore our 90-minute AI Literacy course for post-primary educators that you can do in your own time.At the core of AI Literacy in the Classroom are
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Irish Learning Technology Association @iltasky.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Call for papers for #edtech25 in Waterford, Ireland on May 30th and 31st. We welcome research papers, short papers, GASTA submissions, and posters. Get your abstract in at ilta.ie/edtech-2025/ and join us! #edusky #academicsky #edchatie
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EdTech 2025 – ILTA
Call for submissions to EdTech 2025
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Enda @donenda.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
Thanks to @cesi-ie.bsky.social for the kind invitation to myself and @pt-phone-home.bsky.social to deliver the keynote address at #cesicon 2025. We discussed the impact of AI on education and society, some opportunities and challenges presented by AI in education, and our Erasmus+ project (PAIDEIA)
Title slide for the Keynote Address at CESI 2025 conference. Selfie shot of keynote presenters with delegates in the background
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TeachNet Ireland @teachnet.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
Navigating Digital Futures 2.0: Thought provoking route guidance at #CESIcon2025 The CESIcon is a unique event that brings together an eclectic diaspora from across the Irish education space all with a shared enthusiasm for digital learning #CESIcon2026 #DigitalLearning #edchatie
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Navigating Digital Futures 2.0: Thought provoking route guidance at #CESIcon2025
The CESI conference is a unique event that brings together an eclectic diaspora from across the Irish education space all with a shared enthusiasm for digital learning.
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Pam O Brien @pamelaaobrien.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
Lovely acknowledgement of Dr Brett Becker by Kate Molloy as #CESICon this morning
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Pam O Brien @pamelaaobrien.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
Thought provoking as always @donenda.bsky.social @pt-phone-home.bsky.social. Lots to unpack from your keynote at #CESICon 👏👏
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Pam O Brien @pamelaaobrien.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
Great day at #CESICon today. Thrilled to come away with a #Gasta badge!
Picture of a conference lanyard with a badge indicating that the person had completed a lightning talk (5 minutes)
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Vicipéid | An Chiclipéid Shaor @vicipeid.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
Ag tnúth go mór leis an gcomhdháil seo inniu - beidh foireann @wikimediaireland.bsky.social ann!
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Pam O Brien @pamelaaobrien.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
It’s great to be at @cesi-ie.bsky.social conference today catching up with old friends and meeting new ones #CESICon
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Sheila McDonald @sheilamcdonald.bsky.social · 02/03/2025
@cesi-ie.bsky.social Privileged to be part of navigating digital futures #CESIcon #NationalHairdressingapprentice #navigatingdigitalfutures #CESIcon #GaelcholáisteLuimnigh
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Donncha Ó Treasaigh @dotreasaigh.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
@cesi-ie.bsky.social Best of luck with your conference tomorrow in Gaelcholáiste Luimnigh / Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board Delighted to see this prestigious conference coming to Limerick
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Registration for #CESIcon will remain open through the morning for our last-minute-dot-com friends. Please register through Eventbrite to attend: www.eventbrite.ie/e/cesi-confe...
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CESI Conference 2025
The annual conference of the Computers in Education Society of Ireland will take place in Limerick on 1st March 2025.
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Bryan Mathers @visualthinkery.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
I’m as curious about AI as the next guy... #DailyRemix #AI Here's a link to the Blog post: buff.ly/3QEcKwa Cartoon Remix: buff.ly/41zaAnO
A Light Blue and Yellow circle overlap each other slightly in the middle, forming a Venn diagram. in the Blue circle is the text, eh? In the Yellow circle is the text, aye! A red arrow points to the middle of the circles labeled 'Artificial Intelligence.'
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Computers in Education Society of Ireland @cesi-ie.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
Join us during #OEWeek25 for 'Developing CESI’s Digital Archive'. Hosts Mags Amond and Kate Molloy will discuss CESI's @dri.ie Community Archive Scheme Award and their plans to digitise and ingest 40 years of CESI newsletters. #EdChatIE #EdShareIe oeweek.oeglobal.org/activity/ces...
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CESI Open Café: Developing CESI’s Digital Archive
In our special Open Education Week 2025 Open Café, Mags Amond and Kate Molloy from the CESI Executive will reflect on CESI’s recent Digital Repository of Ireland Community Archive Scheme Award…
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Enda @donenda.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
Congratulations to @eam0.bsky.social on being elected @iltasky.bsky.social President 👏👏
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mags amond @magsamond.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 22/02/2025
I am looking forward to the whole conference, but especially biased towards these parts (I have to be as I'll be taking part!): GASTA - lightning talks with audience participation - looking forward to being MC. Think [#TeachMeet on rollercoaster] "Hey AI" Open Forum facilitated by Tony Riley […]
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