IoT Makers @ Chatswood Library - In 2 different locations.

The next OzBerry will be on the 21st of September 2024.
In the Willoughby Room but at 2PM we will shift into the Creator Space.
It will be very busy in Chatswood due to the street stalls from 9 to 9PM.

Don't forget, thanks to Simon, we have a Facebook page for OzBerry and it's off to an amazing start !
https://www.facebook.com/share/yHsx3iKHAwkNkAHs/
Have you seen it yet ?

At our next meeting we will be assisting the kids with RPis and other kits again, starting this time at 2 PM for 2 hours. I believe there will not be the special robotics group in the afternoon this month either. I think they are involved with an upcoming Robotics Competition. So Cecilia, Cédric and the other robotics experts will be away this month as well.

For the next meeting we are starting at the usual time ...
(10:00am-4:00pm) and I will appreciate some help as usual for the kids session in particular. I am really impressed with their Python and Pi skills and we hope to be able to keep up, and also introduce some new topics that work. I learn new things each week like how to debug "Scratch" Robots and how to get remote controls to work in the correct direction. If only I could learn to type as fast as these youngsters :)

So please come and go as you like, and don't let me stop you ducking out for some lunch or coffee.

If you have a child, It's easy to become a member of the library so that you can be issued with one of the kits. You need to see the library staff to book as well, as there is a limit of 10 because it gets too busy, crowded and noisy otherwise. So book now to avoid disappointment.

Where - Chatswood Library.
Lower Ground, The Concourse, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood 2067.
Parking is usually difficult and I prefer to use the Train or Metro or just park all day near Beauchamp Park and walk a few blocks for exercise.
The Metro may be down again, so it will pay to check if you will have a slow bus instead.

If you like meeting up with all different experimenters and coders then please come along. Also consider bringing a project to build and discuss problems you are having with the group - we will most likely have someone in the group that will know how to help.

OzBerry events encompass a wide range of Open Source Hardware and Software on many popular platforms, including but not limited to: Arduino, RaspberryPi, Beaglebone, Android and more… if it plugs in and is programmable then it's a good fit.

We share ideas and help each other solve bugs and design issues that might otherwise be difficult on your own. We try to exhibit both hobby and professional projects each month.

Beginners are always welcome, we often have beginner events running. If you are just curious or starting out, all you need is a laptop, we will get you started on one of Chatswood Libraries Raspberry Pi kits, with your library card. Or just come along and have a look, it's up to you. We can also shed some light on the ESP32, "Internet of Things" and LoRa.

Format
6 hours of relaxed, unstructured collaboration and learning, come and go as you please. Help others or ask for help with your project. No pressure. But most importantly, remember to "Be excellent to each other" - https://github.com/OzBerry/code-of-conduct

Share a micro talk. Get up and speak about your project (or another topic of interest) (optional).

Please let Jamie or Erik know what you would like a tutorial on, or even better, volunteer to present something new.

Online!
Facebook now !
We also have a discussion group where members can discuss their projects or just socialise with members at https://t.me/ozberrypi

What to Bring
We suggest a laptop at a minimum. Your project if you have one, or some hardware that you'd like to tinker with.

If you are a member of the library or would like to join, there are various electronic devices you can borrow: mBots, Makey Makey, and a Droid Inventor and drumroll please ... Raspberry Pi's .

You may like to join our discussion list, by sending a blank email to:
[email protected] or join on the web: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/ozberry

• Library Info

Children policy in the Library - children under the age of 11 should be supervised by someone over 18 at all times in the Library.
https://libraries.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/About-us/Policies-and-Guidelines#section-8

Thank you, we hope to see you soon.
Erik