Re: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th December

[Cory Benfield (Lukasa)]

> On 3 Dec 2015, at 09:17, Nicholas H.Tollervey  wrote:
> 
> Hi Folks,
> 
> tl;dr - This is important. Help teachers. Get a micro:bit. 4pm-ish
> Wednesday 9th December at the BCS in London.
> 
> Best wishes,
> 
> Nicholas.

I think I can probably make this, and I’d be delighted to help out. I can also 
get there for 4pm (the joys of flexible working hours!).

Cory


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Re: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th December

[Nicholas H.Tollervey]

On 03/12/15 09:27, a.gra...@gmail.com wrote:
> Let's chat about this later (at Dojo).
> 

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Re: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th December

[Nicholas H.Tollervey]

Folks,

You're all awesome. Thanks for volunteering. On the "list" I have:

Cory Benfield
Andrea Grandi (late)
Nathan Jeffrey
Steve Holden
David MacIver
Gautier Hayoun
Alex ???
Harry Percival

I think we have a full house!

I'll ping you guys an invite with all the details later today.

Best wishes and many thanks once again!

N.

On 03/12/15 09:17, Nicholas H.Tollervey wrote:
> Hi Folks,
> 
> tl;dr - This is important. Help teachers. Get a micro:bit. 4pm-ish
> Wednesday 9th December at the BCS in London.
> 
> This is an opportunity for you to positively affect and contribute to
> how Python is taught in London's schools. Where London leads the rest of
> the UK often follows (in terms of teaching).
> 
> Computing at School (CAS) are to IT teachers as the PSF are to
> Pythonistas. I've been working with them as part of the micro:bit
> project in order to get teachers up to speed with MicroPython etc.
> 
> Next Wednesday (9th December) about half a dozen of London's CAS master
> teachers (basically, the most experienced teachers, leaders, movers and
> shakers) will be at the BCS off the Strand (from 4pm onwards) with a
> view to exploring and creating resources for MicroPython on the
> micro:bit. We need an equivalent number of Python developers to attend
> to partner up, help out, answer questions and have fun with micro:bits.
> We want the outcome to be lesson plans, code and a positive vibe.
> 
> I realise people may only be able to get post-work (5pm). I can hold the
> fort from 4pm giving a quick run-down of MicroPython.
> 
> I think I should be able to wangle it so that those developers who
> attend will be able to get their hands on (and keep for an extended
> period of time) a micro:bit for testing / development purposes. So, if
> you'd like to play with a micro:bit, this is how you get one. They're
> very cool and people have lots of fun with them:
> https://github.com/bbcmicrobit/micropython/tree/neopixel
> 
> Of course, this is an important collaboration. If there was ever a time
> to "be arsed" about something - this is it in terms of the amount of
> potential change and positive impact for Python vs. actual effort you
> have to put in.
> 
> I'm always happy to answer questions, hear constructive critique and
> have ideas suggested.
> 
> Best wishes,
> 
> Nicholas.
> 
> 
> 
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Re: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th December

[João Miguel Neves]

Hi Nicolas, 

In case you need one more, I can go (Wildfish will still pay me for it). If the 
list is full, just keep the name for a last minute need. As long as you tell me 
by lunchtime it would be possible.

Thanks, 
João

On 3 December 2015 09:17:23 GMT+00:00, "Nicholas H.Tollervey"  
wrote:
>Hi Folks,
>
>tl;dr - This is important. Help teachers. Get a micro:bit. 4pm-ish
>Wednesday 9th December at the BCS in London.
>
>This is an opportunity for you to positively affect and contribute to
>how Python is taught in London's schools. Where London leads the rest
>of
>the UK often follows (in terms of teaching).
>
>Computing at School (CAS) are to IT teachers as the PSF are to
>Pythonistas. I've been working with them as part of the micro:bit
>project in order to get teachers up to speed with MicroPython etc.
>
>Next Wednesday (9th December) about half a dozen of London's CAS master
>teachers (basically, the most experienced teachers, leaders, movers and
>shakers) will be at the BCS off the Strand (from 4pm onwards) with a
>view to exploring and creating resources for MicroPython on the
>micro:bit. We need an equivalent number of Python developers to attend
>to partner up, help out, answer questions and have fun with micro:bits.
>We want the outcome to be lesson plans, code and a positive vibe.
>
>I realise people may only be able to get post-work (5pm). I can hold
>the
>fort from 4pm giving a quick run-down of MicroPython.
>
>I think I should be able to wangle it so that those developers who
>attend will be able to get their hands on (and keep for an extended
>period of time) a micro:bit for testing / development purposes. So, if
>you'd like to play with a micro:bit, this is how you get one. They're
>very cool and people have lots of fun with them:
>https://github.com/bbcmicrobit/micropython/tree/neopixel
>
>Of course, this is an important collaboration. If there was ever a time
>to "be arsed" about something - this is it in terms of the amount of
>potential change and positive impact for Python vs. actual effort you
>have to put in.
>
>I'm always happy to answer questions, hear constructive critique and
>have ideas suggested.
>
>Best wishes,
>
>Nicholas.
>
>
>
>
>
>
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Re: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th December

[Paul Clinch]

Hi Nicholas,

If anyone cries off, I can make it too. I haven't used MicroPython yet, but
know python on various computers.

Regards, Paul C.


On 3 December 2015 at 10:52, Nicholas H.Tollervey  wrote:

> Folks,
>
> You're all awesome. Thanks for volunteering. On the "list" I have:
>
> Cory Benfield
> Andrea Grandi (late)
> Nathan Jeffrey
> Steve Holden
> David MacIver
> Gautier Hayoun
> Alex ???
> Harry Percival
>
> I think we have a full house!
>
> I'll ping you guys an invite with all the details later today.
>
> Best wishes and many thanks once again!
>
> N.
>
> On 03/12/15 09:17, Nicholas H.Tollervey wrote:
> > Hi Folks,
> >
> > tl;dr - This is important. Help teachers. Get a micro:bit. 4pm-ish
> > Wednesday 9th December at the BCS in London.
> >
> > This is an opportunity for you to positively affect and contribute to
> > how Python is taught in London's schools. Where London leads the rest of
> > the UK often follows (in terms of teaching).
> >
> > Computing at School (CAS) are to IT teachers as the PSF are to
> > Pythonistas. I've been working with them as part of the micro:bit
> > project in order to get teachers up to speed with MicroPython etc.
> >
> > Next Wednesday (9th December) about half a dozen of London's CAS master
> > teachers (basically, the most experienced teachers, leaders, movers and
> > shakers) will be at the BCS off the Strand (from 4pm onwards) with a
> > view to exploring and creating resources for MicroPython on the
> > micro:bit. We need an equivalent number of Python developers to attend
> > to partner up, help out, answer questions and have fun with micro:bits.
> > We want the outcome to be lesson plans, code and a positive vibe.
> >
> > I realise people may only be able to get post-work (5pm). I can hold the
> > fort from 4pm giving a quick run-down of MicroPython.
> >
> > I think I should be able to wangle it so that those developers who
> > attend will be able to get their hands on (and keep for an extended
> > period of time) a micro:bit for testing / development purposes. So, if
> > you'd like to play with a micro:bit, this is how you get one. They're
> > very cool and people have lots of fun with them:
> > https://github.com/bbcmicrobit/micropython/tree/neopixel
> >
> > Of course, this is an important collaboration. If there was ever a time
> > to "be arsed" about something - this is it in terms of the amount of
> > potential change and positive impact for Python vs. actual effort you
> > have to put in.
> >
> > I'm always happy to answer questions, hear constructive critique and
> > have ideas suggested.
> >
> > Best wishes,
> >
> > Nicholas.
> >
> >
> >
> >
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Re: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th December

[Harry Percival]

I reckon I should be able to convince Giles to let me off early, count me
in!

On 3 December 2015 at 10:37, Alex  wrote:

> How many volunteers are you looking for? I think this is something I could
> make by 4 or just after, and something I might be quite interested in. I
> used to work in science communication/education years ago, so getting
> involved at some level with projects like this is quite interesting to me.
>
> Alex
>
> To: python-uk@python.org
> From: nt...@ntoll.org
> Date: Thu, 3 Dec 2015 09:17:23 +
> Subject: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th
> December
>
>
> Hi Folks,
>
> tl;dr - This is important. Help teachers. Get a micro:bit. 4pm-ish
> Wednesday 9th December at the BCS in London.
>
> This is an opportunity for you to positively affect and contribute to
> how Python is taught in London's schools. Where London leads the rest of
> the UK often follows (in terms of teaching).
>
> Computing at School (CAS) are to IT teachers as the PSF are to
> Pythonistas. I've been working with them as part of the micro:bit
> project in order to get teachers up to speed with MicroPython etc.
>
> Next Wednesday (9th December) about half a dozen of London's CAS master
> teachers (basically, the most experienced teachers, leaders, movers and
> shakers) will be at the BCS off the Strand (from 4pm onwards) with a
> view to exploring and creating resources for MicroPython on the
> micro:bit. We need an equivalent number of Python developers to attend
> to partner up, help out, answer questions and have fun with micro:bits.
> We want the outcome to be lesson plans, code and a positive vibe.
>
> I realise people may only be able to get post-work (5pm). I can hold the
> fort from 4pm giving a quick run-down of MicroPython.
>
> I think I should be able to wangle it so that those developers who
> attend will be able to get their hands on (and keep for an extended
> period of time) a micro:bit for testing / development purposes. So, if
> you'd like to play with a micro:bit, this is how you get one. They're
> very cool and people have lots of fun with them:
> https://github.com/bbcmicrobit/micropython/tree/neopixel
>
> Of course, this is an important collaboration. If there was ever a time
> to "be arsed" about something - this is it in terms of the amount of
> potential change and positive impact for Python vs. actual effort you
> have to put in.
>
> I'm always happy to answer questions, hear constructive critique and
> have ideas suggested.
>
> Best wishes,
>
> Nicholas.
>
>
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Re: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th December

[David MacIver]

Hi Nicholas,

I'd be happy to help and can easily make it there for four (could even come
earlier if you want help with setup, etc). As Cory says, yay flexible
working hours.

David

On 3 December 2015 at 09:17, Nicholas H.Tollervey  wrote:

> Hi Folks,
>
> tl;dr - This is important. Help teachers. Get a micro:bit. 4pm-ish
> Wednesday 9th December at the BCS in London.
>
> This is an opportunity for you to positively affect and contribute to
> how Python is taught in London's schools. Where London leads the rest of
> the UK often follows (in terms of teaching).
>
> Computing at School (CAS) are to IT teachers as the PSF are to
> Pythonistas. I've been working with them as part of the micro:bit
> project in order to get teachers up to speed with MicroPython etc.
>
> Next Wednesday (9th December) about half a dozen of London's CAS master
> teachers (basically, the most experienced teachers, leaders, movers and
> shakers) will be at the BCS off the Strand (from 4pm onwards) with a
> view to exploring and creating resources for MicroPython on the
> micro:bit. We need an equivalent number of Python developers to attend
> to partner up, help out, answer questions and have fun with micro:bits.
> We want the outcome to be lesson plans, code and a positive vibe.
>
> I realise people may only be able to get post-work (5pm). I can hold the
> fort from 4pm giving a quick run-down of MicroPython.
>
> I think I should be able to wangle it so that those developers who
> attend will be able to get their hands on (and keep for an extended
> period of time) a micro:bit for testing / development purposes. So, if
> you'd like to play with a micro:bit, this is how you get one. They're
> very cool and people have lots of fun with them:
> https://github.com/bbcmicrobit/micropython/tree/neopixel
>
> Of course, this is an important collaboration. If there was ever a time
> to "be arsed" about something - this is it in terms of the amount of
> potential change and positive impact for Python vs. actual effort you
> have to put in.
>
> I'm always happy to answer questions, hear constructive critique and
> have ideas suggested.
>
> Best wishes,
>
> Nicholas.
>
>
>
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Re: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th December

[Nicholas H.Tollervey]

Cory,

You're a star!

1 place taken, around 5-ish to go.

Roll up, roll up! :-)

Also, I forgot to mention that there will be food!

N.

On 03/12/15 09:20, Cory Benfield (Lukasa) wrote:
> 
>> On 3 Dec 2015, at 09:17, Nicholas H.Tollervey  wrote:
>>
>> Hi Folks,
>>
>> tl;dr - This is important. Help teachers. Get a micro:bit. 4pm-ish
>> Wednesday 9th December at the BCS in London.
>>
>> Best wishes,
>>
>> Nicholas.
> 
> I think I can probably make this, and I’d be delighted to help out. I can 
> also get there for 4pm (the joys of flexible working hours!).
> 
> Cory
> 
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[python-uk] Cheap Hypothesis training in support of PyCon Namibia

[David MacIver]

Hi everyone,

If your company wants to improve your testing, or has been generally
curious about Hypothesis (http://hypothesis.readthedocs.org/en/latest/) but
would like some help to get started, now is a great time to do that.

Until January 22nd (when I get on the plane) I'm offering discounts on
training courses and giving half of the proceeds to the travel fund for
PyCon Namibia to help get people there (this will I believe mostly be going
to speakers and/or people from other African countries, but I'm not
specifically earmarking and leaving that up to the judgement of the
organisers).

More details here:
http://www.drmaciver.com/2015/12/lets-help-people-go-to-pycon-namibia/

Let me know if you're interested, or if you've got any questions.

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Re: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th December

[a.gra...@gmail.com]

Hi,

what time does the event finish? I won't be able to be there at 17:00
but I could be there from 19:00 on and help as much as I can :)
Let's chat about this later (at Dojo).

Cheers

On 3 December 2015 at 09:17, Nicholas H.Tollervey  wrote:
> Hi Folks,
>
> tl;dr - This is important. Help teachers. Get a micro:bit. 4pm-ish
> Wednesday 9th December at the BCS in London.
>
> This is an opportunity for you to positively affect and contribute to
> how Python is taught in London's schools. Where London leads the rest of
> the UK often follows (in terms of teaching).
>
> Computing at School (CAS) are to IT teachers as the PSF are to
> Pythonistas. I've been working with them as part of the micro:bit
> project in order to get teachers up to speed with MicroPython etc.
>
> Next Wednesday (9th December) about half a dozen of London's CAS master
> teachers (basically, the most experienced teachers, leaders, movers and
> shakers) will be at the BCS off the Strand (from 4pm onwards) with a
> view to exploring and creating resources for MicroPython on the
> micro:bit. We need an equivalent number of Python developers to attend
> to partner up, help out, answer questions and have fun with micro:bits.
> We want the outcome to be lesson plans, code and a positive vibe.
>
> I realise people may only be able to get post-work (5pm). I can hold the
> fort from 4pm giving a quick run-down of MicroPython.
>
> I think I should be able to wangle it so that those developers who
> attend will be able to get their hands on (and keep for an extended
> period of time) a micro:bit for testing / development purposes. So, if
> you'd like to play with a micro:bit, this is how you get one. They're
> very cool and people have lots of fun with them:
> https://github.com/bbcmicrobit/micropython/tree/neopixel
>
> Of course, this is an important collaboration. If there was ever a time
> to "be arsed" about something - this is it in terms of the amount of
> potential change and positive impact for Python vs. actual effort you
> have to put in.
>
> I'm always happy to answer questions, hear constructive critique and
> have ideas suggested.
>
> Best wishes,
>
> Nicholas.
>
>
>
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Re: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th December

[Alex]

How many volunteers are you looking for? I think this is something I could make 
by 4 or just after, and something I might be quite interested in. I used to 
work in science communication/education years ago, so getting involved at some 
level with projects like this is quite interesting to me.

Alex

To: python-uk@python.org
From: nt...@ntoll.org
Date: Thu, 3 Dec 2015 09:17:23 +
Subject: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th December

Hi Folks,
 
tl;dr - This is important. Help teachers. Get a micro:bit. 4pm-ish
Wednesday 9th December at the BCS in London.
 
This is an opportunity for you to positively affect and contribute to
how Python is taught in London's schools. Where London leads the rest of
the UK often follows (in terms of teaching).
 
Computing at School (CAS) are to IT teachers as the PSF are to
Pythonistas. I've been working with them as part of the micro:bit
project in order to get teachers up to speed with MicroPython etc.
 
Next Wednesday (9th December) about half a dozen of London's CAS master
teachers (basically, the most experienced teachers, leaders, movers and
shakers) will be at the BCS off the Strand (from 4pm onwards) with a
view to exploring and creating resources for MicroPython on the
micro:bit. We need an equivalent number of Python developers to attend
to partner up, help out, answer questions and have fun with micro:bits.
We want the outcome to be lesson plans, code and a positive vibe.
 
I realise people may only be able to get post-work (5pm). I can hold the
fort from 4pm giving a quick run-down of MicroPython.
 
I think I should be able to wangle it so that those developers who
attend will be able to get their hands on (and keep for an extended
period of time) a micro:bit for testing / development purposes. So, if
you'd like to play with a micro:bit, this is how you get one. They're
very cool and people have lots of fun with them:
https://github.com/bbcmicrobit/micropython/tree/neopixel
 
Of course, this is an important collaboration. If there was ever a time
to "be arsed" about something - this is it in terms of the amount of
potential change and positive impact for Python vs. actual effort you
have to put in.
 
I'm always happy to answer questions, hear constructive critique and
have ideas suggested.
 
Best wishes,
 
Nicholas.
 
 

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Re: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th December

[Gautier HAYOUN]

I'll be there at 4. Do we need to bring laptop, cables or anything else?

On Thu, Dec 3, 2015 at 10:30 AM, David MacIver  wrote:
> Hi Nicholas,
>
> I'd be happy to help and can easily make it there for four (could even come
> earlier if you want help with setup, etc). As Cory says, yay flexible
> working hours.
>
> David
>
> On 3 December 2015 at 09:17, Nicholas H.Tollervey  wrote:
>>
>> Hi Folks,
>>
>> tl;dr - This is important. Help teachers. Get a micro:bit. 4pm-ish
>> Wednesday 9th December at the BCS in London.
>>
>> This is an opportunity for you to positively affect and contribute to
>> how Python is taught in London's schools. Where London leads the rest of
>> the UK often follows (in terms of teaching).
>>
>> Computing at School (CAS) are to IT teachers as the PSF are to
>> Pythonistas. I've been working with them as part of the micro:bit
>> project in order to get teachers up to speed with MicroPython etc.
>>
>> Next Wednesday (9th December) about half a dozen of London's CAS master
>> teachers (basically, the most experienced teachers, leaders, movers and
>> shakers) will be at the BCS off the Strand (from 4pm onwards) with a
>> view to exploring and creating resources for MicroPython on the
>> micro:bit. We need an equivalent number of Python developers to attend
>> to partner up, help out, answer questions and have fun with micro:bits.
>> We want the outcome to be lesson plans, code and a positive vibe.
>>
>> I realise people may only be able to get post-work (5pm). I can hold the
>> fort from 4pm giving a quick run-down of MicroPython.
>>
>> I think I should be able to wangle it so that those developers who
>> attend will be able to get their hands on (and keep for an extended
>> period of time) a micro:bit for testing / development purposes. So, if
>> you'd like to play with a micro:bit, this is how you get one. They're
>> very cool and people have lots of fun with them:
>> https://github.com/bbcmicrobit/micropython/tree/neopixel
>>
>> Of course, this is an important collaboration. If there was ever a time
>> to "be arsed" about something - this is it in terms of the amount of
>> potential change and positive impact for Python vs. actual effort you
>> have to put in.
>>
>> I'm always happy to answer questions, hear constructive critique and
>> have ideas suggested.
>>
>> Best wishes,
>>
>> Nicholas.
>>
>>
>>
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Re: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th December

[Steve Holden]

I'd like to try and make this event, but because I am starting a new job
that day may not be able to get there until 17:30 or so.  S

On Thu, Dec 3, 2015 at 9:17 AM, Nicholas H.Tollervey 
wrote:

> Hi Folks,
>
> tl;dr - This is important. Help teachers. Get a micro:bit. 4pm-ish
> Wednesday 9th December at the BCS in London.
>
> This is an opportunity for you to positively affect and contribute to
> how Python is taught in London's schools. Where London leads the rest of
> the UK often follows (in terms of teaching).
>
> Computing at School (CAS) are to IT teachers as the PSF are to
> Pythonistas. I've been working with them as part of the micro:bit
> project in order to get teachers up to speed with MicroPython etc.
>
> Next Wednesday (9th December) about half a dozen of London's CAS master
> teachers (basically, the most experienced teachers, leaders, movers and
> shakers) will be at the BCS off the Strand (from 4pm onwards) with a
> view to exploring and creating resources for MicroPython on the
> micro:bit. We need an equivalent number of Python developers to attend
> to partner up, help out, answer questions and have fun with micro:bits.
> We want the outcome to be lesson plans, code and a positive vibe.
>
> I realise people may only be able to get post-work (5pm). I can hold the
> fort from 4pm giving a quick run-down of MicroPython.
>
> I think I should be able to wangle it so that those developers who
> attend will be able to get their hands on (and keep for an extended
> period of time) a micro:bit for testing / development purposes. So, if
> you'd like to play with a micro:bit, this is how you get one. They're
> very cool and people have lots of fun with them:
> https://github.com/bbcmicrobit/micropython/tree/neopixel
>
> Of course, this is an important collaboration. If there was ever a time
> to "be arsed" about something - this is it in terms of the amount of
> potential change and positive impact for Python vs. actual effort you
> have to put in.
>
> I'm always happy to answer questions, hear constructive critique and
> have ideas suggested.
>
> Best wishes,
>
> Nicholas.
>
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Re: [python-uk] Call for London based volunteers - Wednesday 9th December

[Nicholas H.Tollervey]

Invites sent to those listed below. If you're on the list and don't get
the invite please do let me know.

All the details about location and timing are in the invite.

Happy to answer questions..!

Nicholas.

On 03/12/15 10:52, Nicholas H.Tollervey wrote:
> Folks,
> 
> You're all awesome. Thanks for volunteering. On the "list" I have:
> 
> Cory Benfield
> Andrea Grandi (late)
> Nathan Jeffrey
> Steve Holden
> David MacIver
> Gautier Hayoun
> Alex ???
> Harry Percival
> 
> I think we have a full house!
> 
> I'll ping you guys an invite with all the details later today.
> 
> Best wishes and many thanks once again!
> 
> N.
> 
> On 03/12/15 09:17, Nicholas H.Tollervey wrote:
>> Hi Folks,
>>
>> tl;dr - This is important. Help teachers. Get a micro:bit. 4pm-ish
>> Wednesday 9th December at the BCS in London.
>>
>> This is an opportunity for you to positively affect and contribute to
>> how Python is taught in London's schools. Where London leads the rest of
>> the UK often follows (in terms of teaching).
>>
>> Computing at School (CAS) are to IT teachers as the PSF are to
>> Pythonistas. I've been working with them as part of the micro:bit
>> project in order to get teachers up to speed with MicroPython etc.
>>
>> Next Wednesday (9th December) about half a dozen of London's CAS master
>> teachers (basically, the most experienced teachers, leaders, movers and
>> shakers) will be at the BCS off the Strand (from 4pm onwards) with a
>> view to exploring and creating resources for MicroPython on the
>> micro:bit. We need an equivalent number of Python developers to attend
>> to partner up, help out, answer questions and have fun with micro:bits.
>> We want the outcome to be lesson plans, code and a positive vibe.
>>
>> I realise people may only be able to get post-work (5pm). I can hold the
>> fort from 4pm giving a quick run-down of MicroPython.
>>
>> I think I should be able to wangle it so that those developers who
>> attend will be able to get their hands on (and keep for an extended
>> period of time) a micro:bit for testing / development purposes. So, if
>> you'd like to play with a micro:bit, this is how you get one. They're
>> very cool and people have lots of fun with them:
>> https://github.com/bbcmicrobit/micropython/tree/neopixel
>>
>> Of course, this is an important collaboration. If there was ever a time
>> to "be arsed" about something - this is it in terms of the amount of
>> potential change and positive impact for Python vs. actual effort you
>> have to put in.
>>
>> I'm always happy to answer questions, hear constructive critique and
>> have ideas suggested.
>>
>> Best wishes,
>>
>> Nicholas.
>>
>>
>>
>>
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