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Martin Howse – artist-in-residence @ Radiona.org

🇭🇷 · Radiona · deborah

British artist, researcher and experimental technologist Martin Howse is currently artist-in-residence at Radiona, where he is developing new work within his ongoing exploration of the relationships between technology, geology, computation and material processes. Photo: Martin Howse (cc) Martin Howse’s artistic practice explores the relationships between the Earth, technology, computation and the human psyche. Working across experimental electronics, sound, performance, installation, software and artistic research, he investigates how geological and geophysical processes intersect with digital systems and technological infrastructures. A central concept in his work is psychogeophysics – an experimental approach connecting geophysical phenomena, technological systems and subjective experience. Through performances, laboratories, walks, workshops and self-built electronic devices, Howse makes normally invisible processes perceptible, including electromagnetic activity, geological signals and the material processes underlying computation. His practice challenges the idea of technology as something immaterial, instead drawing attention to its physical, geological and ecological foundations. Photo: Anna Bastyrova (c) Howse is also the creator of the ERD modular synthesizer series and founder of the Tiny Mining community, projects that further explore the material and ecological dimensions of electronics, computation and technological extraction. BIO: Martin Howse is a British artist, researcher and experimental technologist whose work investigates relationships between geological and geophysical phenomena, software, electronics and the human psyche. He studied Fine Art at Goldsmiths College in London and has developed an interdisciplinary practice spanning sound, performance, installation, experimental hardware and software, writing and artistic research. From 1998 to 2005, Howse directed ap , a software performance group working with electronic waste and developing early approaches to digital glitch. Between 2007 and 2009 he organised a regular programme of workshops, micro-residencies and salons in Berlin, and he has since initiated numerous open-laboratory and collaborative research projects. His work has been presented internationally through exhibitions, performances, lectures, workshops and residencies, including at institutions and events such as transmediale and Haus der Kulturen der Welt in Berlin, V2_ in Rotterdam, ICA London, TEA Tenerife and the Taipei Biennale. In 2005 his project ap0201 , installed in the Mojave Desert, received first prize at the VIDA 8.0 Art & Artificial Life International Awards. His ongoing projects include the ERD modular synthesizer series , experimental investigations into earth-based computation and radio mycelium, and Tiny Mining , a project examining the extraction of technologically valuable minerals from the human body. Recent work continues his long-term investigation into the material foundations of computation and the entanglement of technological, geological and biological systems. Web: 1010.co.uk Supported by: The City of Zagreb, Ministry of Culture and Media of Republic Croatia / Kultura nova Foundation

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Martin Howse – artist-in-residence @ Radiona.org

🇭🇷 · RADIONA · deborah

British artist, researcher and experimental technologist Martin Howse is currently artist-in-residence at Radiona, where he is developing new work within his ongoing exploration of the relationships between technology, geology, computation and material processes. Photo: Martin Howse (cc) Martin Howse’s artistic practice explores the relationships between the Earth, technology, computation and the human psyche. Working across experimental electronics, sound, performance, installation, software and artistic research, he investigates how geological and geophysical processes intersect with digital systems and technological infrastructures. A central concept in his work is psychogeophysics – an experimental approach connecting geophysical phenomena, technological systems and subjective experience. Through performances, laboratories, walks, workshops and self-built electronic devices, Howse makes normally invisible processes perceptible, including electromagnetic activity, geological signals and the material processes underlying computation. His practice challenges the idea of technology as something immaterial, instead drawing attention to its physical, geological and ecological foundations. Photo: Anna Bastyrova (c) Howse is also the creator of the ERD modular synthesizer series and founder of the Tiny Mining community, projects that further explore the material and ecological dimensions of electronics, computation and technological extraction. BIO: Martin Howse is a British artist, researcher and experimental technologist whose work investigates relationships between geological and geophysical phenomena, software, electronics and the human psyche. He studied Fine Art at Goldsmiths College in London and has developed an interdisciplinary practice spanning sound, performance, installation, experimental hardware and software, writing and artistic research. From 1998 to 2005, Howse directed ap , a software performance group working with electronic waste and developing early approaches to digital glitch. Between 2007 and 2009 he organised a regular programme of workshops, micro-residencies and salons in Berlin, and he has since initiated numerous open-laboratory and collaborative research projects. His work has been presented internationally through exhibitions, performances, lectures, workshops and residencies, including at institutions and events such as transmediale and Haus der Kulturen der Welt in Berlin, V2_ in Rotterdam, ICA London, TEA Tenerife and the Taipei Biennale. In 2005 his project ap0201 , installed in the Mojave Desert, received first prize at the VIDA 8.0 Art & Artificial Life International Awards. His ongoing projects include the ERD modular synthesizer series , experimental investigations into earth-based computation and radio mycelium, and Tiny Mining , a project examining the extraction of technologically valuable minerals from the human body. Recent work continues his long-term investigation into the material foundations of computation and the entanglement of technological, geological and biological systems. Web: 1010.co.uk Supported by: The City of Zagreb, Ministry of Culture and Media of Republic Croatia / Kultura nova Foundation

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Hacklab ry:n liittokokous su 27.9. labilla

🇫🇮 · Helsinki Hacklab · Zouppen

Kattojärjestömme Hacklab ry:n liittokokous järjestetään nyt sunnuntaina 27.9. klo 16:00 tiloissamme osoitteessa Takkatie 18, Helsinki. Kokouksessa äänioikeutta käyttävät jäsenjärjestöjen eli eri paikkakuntien hacklabien edustajat, mutta kokousta saa tulla seuraamaan vapaasti ja puheoikeuksia voidaan myöntää. Tässä ylimääräisessä liittokokouksessa käsiteltävät asiat: Kokouksen avaus Valitaan kokouksen puheenjohtaja, sihteeri, kaksi pöytäkirjantarkastajaa ja tarvittaessa kaksi ääntenlaskijaa Todetaan kokouksen laillisuus ja päätösvaltaisuus Hyväksytään kokouksen työjärjestys Esitetään tilinpäätös, vuosikertomus ja toiminnantarkastajien lausunto Päätetään tilinpäätöksen vahvistamisesta ja vastuuvapauden myöntämisestä hallitukselle ja muille vastuuvelvollisille Vahvistetaan toimintasuunnitelma, tulo- ja menoarvio sekä liittymis- ja jäsenmaksujen suuruudet Valitaan hallituksen puheenjohtaja ja muut jäsenet vuodelle 2027 Valitaan toiminnantarkastaja ja varatoiminnantarkastaja vuodelle 2027 Käsitellään muut kokouskutsussa mainitut asiat Kokous on ylimääräinen sen vuoksi, että aiemmin tänä vuonna valittiin “tynkähallitus” vuodelle 2026, jonka tehtävänä oli yhdistyksen herättäminen horroksestaan. Siinä on tietojemme mukaan onnistuttukin – liitolla on nyt jälleen pankkitili ja aktiivinen hallitus. Kokouksessa ääntämme käyttää mitä ilmeisimmin vpj Jarkko Räsänen eli Modu. Tervetuloa! Kahvia ja pullaa.

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Raising a Kid Who Asks “How Does That Work?”

🇨🇦 · Maker Kids · Samantha Dinelle

September 25, 2026 Raising a curious kid, the kind who constantly asks “how does that work?”, is one of the best things you can do for their learning . Curiosity drives kids to explore, question, and figure things out, and it is closely linked to how well they do in school. You nurture it by encouraging questions, giving hands-on things to explore, and resisting the urge to hand over every answer. Why curiosity matters more than you think Curiosity is not just cute; it is a genuine engine of learning. A study of 6,200 children found that greater curiosity was linked to higher reading and math achievement in kindergarten, and that curiosity was as important as a child’s ability to focus and control impulses. Curious kids learn more, in part because they want to. The encouraging part for parents is that curiosity can be nurtured. The “how does that work?” instinct is not fixed, it grows or fades depending on whether it gets fed. Source: Shah et al., Pediatric Research (2018) How to raise a curious kid A few simple habits keep curiosity alive: Welcome the questions. Resist giving every answer. Give them things to take apart and build. Follow their interests. Let them be a little bored. Where hands-on building comes in Curiosity thrives when there is something real to explore. Building a game, programming a robot, or designing a model turns “how does that work?” into “let me try and find out.” Instead of watching, kids get to open the hood and experiment, which is exactly how curiosity becomes capability. That is the heart of hands-on learning: give a curious kid real things to build, and their natural questions turn into real skills. Feed your kid’s curiosity with real things to build. Explore MakerKids programs in Leaside, Bloor West Village, Mississauga, and virtually. FAQ Why is curiosity important for kids? Curiosity drives kids to explore and learn, and research links it to higher reading and math achievement, as important as a child’s ability to focus. Curious kids tend to learn more because they want to. Can you actually teach or nurture curiosity? Yes. Curiosity grows when it is fed. Welcoming questions, giving hands-on things to explore, following a child’s interests, and not rushing to hand over every answer all help keep it alive. How do I encourage my child to ask questions? Respond to questions with enthusiasm, ask “what do you think?” before answering, and give them real things to take apart and build. Showing that questions are welcome keeps them coming. How does hands-on building help curious kids? It gives curiosity something real to chase. Building a game or robot turns “how does that work?” into hands-on experimenting, which is how curiosity becomes genuine skill. The post Raising a Kid Who Asks “How Does That Work?” appeared first on MakerKids .

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Rails World 2026: Ruby on Rails è ancora il re (o almeno ci prova con stile)

🇮🇹 · /root · Lamberto Tedaldi

Mentre il resto del mondo tech si accanisce a discutere se l’IA scriverà il prossimo bug in produzione o se i microservizi siano l’ultima invenzione per complicare la vita ai poveri sviluppatori, la community di Ruby on Rails ha deciso di fare le cose a modo suo. È appena uscita la registrazione della keynote di apertura di Rails World 2026 e, come ogni anno, il vibe è quello giusto: meno hype vuoto da conferenza di marketing della Silicon Valley e molta più sostanza tecnica. Se pensavate che Rails fosse rimasto ai tempi di quando si faceva il deploy via FTP sperando che nulla esplodesse, preparatevi a ricredervi. Il team sta continuando a spingere su una filosofia che noi, che amiamo il controllo e la semplicità, adoriamo: rendere lo sviluppo web veloce, solido e, soprattutto, piacevole. Cosa è emerso dal video? Principalmente che l’ecosistema sta evolvendo per rispondere alle sfide moderne senza però tradire la sua anima. Abbiamo visto accenni a nuove integrazioni che cercano di ridurre quel senso di smarrimento che si prova quando devi configurare trenta file YAML diversi solo per far dire ‘Hello World’ al tuo server. L’obiettivo è chiaro: meno tempo a combattere con l’infrastruttura, più tempo a scrivere codice che faccia davvero qualcosa. Naturalmente, per noi che viviamo in Italia, la notizia è principalmente di interesse tecnico e comunitario. Non che una decisione presa in una conferenza americana ci cambi il GDPR o la tassazione sulle fatture elettroniche, ma vedere un framework così longevo e pulsante di vita è un promemoria importante. In un mondo dove spesso ci sentiamo schiacciati da ecosistemi chiusi e piattaforme che ti tengono prigioniero con le loro decisioni arbitrarie, seguire l’evoluzione di un progetto così aperto e orientato alla community è una boccata d’aria fresca. Certo, non è tutto rose e fiori. Come sempre, c’è chi guarderà con sospetto verso le nuove astrazioni, temendo che la ‘magia’ di Rails diventi troppa e che alla fine non capiremo più cosa succede sotto il cofano. Ma dopotutto, se il codice funziona, è elegante e non mi costringe a chiamare un esperto di cloud ogni volta che devo cambiare una rotta, chi sono io per lamentarmi? Se avete voglia di farvi un bel trip mentale e vedere dove sta andando il web moderno, il video è disponibile. Preparate il caffè (quello forte, non quello del bar dell’ufficio) e buona visione. Source: Rails World 2026 Opening Keynote

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New Fall Classes at the MakerSpace!

🇺🇸 · Claremont Makerspace · Felicia Dalke

Greetings Upper Valley Makers: This month there are many new classes at the makerspace and a few favorites have returned. We also offer many free monthly programs. There are lots of opportunities to come learn, create and make with with us. For most classes and events, CMS MEMBERSHIP IS NOT REQUIRED. That said, members receive a discount on registration and there are some classes/events that are for members only (this will be clearly noted in the event description). Class policies (liability waiver, withdrawal, cancellation, etc.) can be found here . All of our classes depend on minimum registrations to run so please don’t wait to sign up! If you are interested in being added to a waitlist for a certain class please email: classes@claremontmakerspace.org . Instructors: Interested in teaching a class at CMS? Please fill out our Class Proposal Form . Tours: Want to see what the Claremont MakerSpace is all about? Contact Us to schedule your tour where you can learn about all the awesome tools that the CMS offers access to, as well as how membership, classes, and studio spaces work. Upcoming Events Events that are currently open for registration. Learn Vectric VCarve and the ShopBot Sept. 14, 2026 6 p.m. — Sept. 28, 2026 8 p.m. Have you ever wanted to design and cut a wooden part using a computer-controlled router? This is your opportunity to learn how this is done. The ShopBot is a computer-controlled router that can cut various materials with a high degree of precision. This 3-session series of classes will teach students how to design wooden parts for cutting on the ShopBot. These sessions are intended to get you proficient in designing parts using the Vectric VCarve Pro software and then cutting parts on the ShopBot. The process starts using 2D design techniques in VCarve. Once the design is complete, it is used to create toolpaths to cut parts on the ShopBot. The class will walk students through this two-step process in detail. After these sessions, the successful student will be well-prepared for certification on the ShopBot. Note that this series of classes are open to both CMS members and the public. If you have not taken this class previously, you can register online. If you have taken this class previously, you can register to take this class as free review session. To take the review class for free, email: info@claremontmakerspace.org and request a free registration. Don’t delay, the available free registration seats are limited. Please note that this class is three sessions: September 14th, 21st, and 28th from 6-8 pm Class Fees: $120 for members/$150 non-members Register here! Photography Club Sept. 28, 2026 5:30 p.m. — 7 p.m. We are a group of amateur and professional photographers meeting regularly to learn from each other, practice our craft, and develop the community of photographic artists, commercial photographers, and visual storytellers around Claremont and the Upper Valley. Meetings are free for CMS members, and open to the public with a fee to support operations at the MakerSpace. Each meeting is led by one of our members and focuses on a topic of interest chosen by the group: from technical workshops on shooting techniques, to photo critique sessions, gear show & tells, photo walks, and whatever else we come up with together. Class Fees: Free for everyone thanks to our sponsorship with FujiFilm Dimatix Register here! FREE Workplace Soft Skills Training Oct. 5, 2026 2 p.m. — Oct. 7, 2026 5 p.m. Ideal for new and incumbent workers, this interactive 6-hour training is designed for adult learners in the manufacturing and facilities maintenance sectors. Participants will build practical skills to improve professional communication, manage their time effectively, resolve workplace conflict, and solve problems with confidence. Key Topics – Introduction to Communication – Workplace Communication – Time Management Strategies – Conflict Resolution Skills – Structured Problem Solving Techniques Free training, PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED This is a TWO session training, Monday, October 5th and 7th from 2 – 5 pm Register here! Embroidery Basics: Stitch Your Own Design Oct. 5, 2026 6 p.m. — Oct. 5, 2026 8 p.m. Learn the foundational skills of hand embroidery while creating a personalized piece to take home. Participants will learn how to prepare an embroidery hoop, thread a needle, start and secure their thread, and maintain consistent stitch tension. Through guided practice, the class will explore beginner-friendly stitches such as the running stitch, backstitch, satin stitch, and French knot. Participants can choose from a prepared embroidery kit or create their own design using the available colors and materials. No embroidery experience is needed. The focus is on learning practical techniques, experimenting with color, and building the confidence to continue stitching independently. Please note that all our classes have a minimum number of registrants required so don’t wait to sign up! Class Fees: $50 for members/$60 non-members Register here! Scam Landscape Lecture with AARP Oct. 6, 2026 10 a.m. — 11 a.m. Join us for a free lecture from AARP on fraud and scams. All are welcome! Ever been approached with a fraudulent offer or been a victim of identity theft? The AARP Fraud Watch Network empowers you in the fight with proven resources and tools to help you spot and avoid identity theft and fraud. With a few practical steps, you’ll have the tools needed to protect yourself and family. FREE to all, pre-registration is required Register here! Introduction to Gouache and Materials Oct. 7, 2026 6 p.m. — Oct. 14, 2026 8 p.m. This class will teach you the gouache paints, materials used for the medium, color mixing, and basic brush techniques. Beginning of each class will go over a small exercise before creating an image of a pumpkin that I will demonstrate or if you have an image you would like to work on is most welcomed. This is a TWO session class: October 7th AND October 14th from 6 – 8 pm Class Fees: $40 for members/$60 non-members Register here! Make a Custom Table Runner Oct. 10, 2026 9:30 a.m. — 5 p.m. Come weave a table runner inspired by a season, a holiday, or your home decor. No experience needed. Looms will be provided for this day long class running from 9:30 – 5:00 and you will leave with a finished table runner. Class includes your own loom for the day plus individualized instruction to ensure success. A selection of weaving yarns will be available for purchase at the start of the class. Please bring scissors, lunch, beverage, snack and a happy attitude. Materials provided by instructor. $20 due the day of class. Class Fees: $100 for members/$120 non-members Materials Fee: $20 NOT included in the class fee, please bring cash What Students Should Bring to Class: Bring scissors, lunch, beverage, snack and a happy attitude. Materials provided by instructor. $20 due the day of class. Register here! Claremont MakerSpace Creatives Meet-up Oct. 11, 2026 noon — 3 p.m. All of our classes and events require a minimum registration so please don’t wait to register (registration is REQUIRED). Looking for dedicated time to make art, share ideas, and be around other creative people who get it? CMS Creatives Meetup is a relaxed, open studio-style gathering for artists, designers, writers, and makers of all kinds to work alongside one another in a supportive, inspiring space. Bring whatever you’re currently working on: Sketchbooks, digital art, painting, writing, fiber arts, prototypes, or passion projects, and settle in for an afternoon of creativity and conversation. This is a space to focus, experiment, and making progress together. Expect good energy, thoughtful conversation, and the kind of motivation that comes from creating in community. Coffee and snacks will be flowing to help keep the ideas moving. Come make things, meet fellow creatives, and leave inspired. The leaders for this session are long time members and creatives Michelle Goldsmith and Tiffany Vincent. Class Fees: FREE for all Age requirement: Must be 16 or older Register here! October Open Electronics Meetup Oct. 13, 2026 6 p.m. — Oct. 13, 2026 9 p.m. Bring your electronics projects and supplies and have fun visiting with other Electronics Enthusiasts. Work on your projects in our stocked Electronics and Digital Fabrication Lab. In addition to the MakerSpace’s soldering irons, diagnostic tools, and parts library, there will be some LED soldering kits and soldering irons available for purchase as well. Hang out, finish your projects, think about future projects, and just enjoy being around other electronics enthusiasts. Paul Davis, the Electronics Shop Lead, is here to help folks get started, locate tools and parts, and support a fun, collaborative environment. Attendees are encouraged to share knowledge, but please note this isn’t a repair service, and there may not be anyone available for one-on-one troubleshooting. Class Fees: Free for members and $10 for non-members. Register here! CMS Community Quilts Oct. 15, 2026 1 p.m. — 6 p.m. Helping hands needed to make warm, comforting quilts for Baby Steps in Claremont! Only basic skills needed. Do you know how to use a sewing machine, iron, or rotary cutter? This is not a quilting class, but we will guide you along through the whole process of making twin and crib size quilts for those in need in our area. Please come when it is convenient for you, even if you can only spare an hour. Sponsorship: All materials are provided thanks to a generous donation from a local quilter. Many thanks to Mascoma Bank for sponsoring the program to provide studio space and additional supplies. The Home Depot is supporting this program by providing storage containers to manage the quilting materials. Class Fees: Free! Please volunteer your time to help Baby Steps, a very worthy cause. Register here! Jewelry Class: Ancient Engineering Make a Fibula Oct. 15, 2026 6 p.m. — Oct. 16, 2026 8 p.m. Long before the safety pin, there was the fibula. Part jewelry, part fastener, and part ingenious little mechanism, fibulas were used for centuries to secure clothing while also showing off the wearer’s style. In this two-session class, we’ll explore how these ancient objects work and use their clever mechanics as inspiration for our own contemporary designs. You’ll leave with finished pieces, new wire-forming skills, and an appreciation for a remarkably clever design that has survived for thousands of years. No jewelry or metalworking experience is necessary. All tools and materials are provided. Class Fees: $40 for members/$60 non-members Register here! Copper Winged Dragonfly Oct. 17, 2026 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. This is a perfect beginner’s class. Copper is an affordable way to step into the metal and jewelry arts. Students will explore the fundamentals of cutting copper sheet, create four Dragonfly wings. Then we’ll file/sand, texture, drill, and fasten these to a vintage New England Woolen Mill bobbin for the body. VOILA, Art and History and Dragonfly mystery, all in one. All you need to bring to class is your enthusiasm and creativity. Class Fees: $75 for members/$85 non-members Register here! Learn Wood Shop Skills – Craft a Cutting Board Oct. 21, 2026 6 p.m. — Oct. 23, 2026 9 p.m. Learn Shop Skills – Craft a Cutting Board will help you do just that. Over two sessions participants wil learn how to safely and effectively use the bandsaw, jointer, table saw, planer, miter saw, and router table. They will also learn how to sand and apply food safe finishes. Starting with rough sawn lumber participants will learn how to make individual pieces “four square”. Then they will design, glue-up, and finish their boards. Note: this class is two sessions: October 21st AND October 23rd 6 – 9 pm Class Fees: $325 for members/$345 non-members Register here! Learn to Sew: Craft a Huggable Chicken Oct. 23, 2026 5:30 p.m. — Oct. 23, 2026 8:30 p.m. Need a little comfort? Make a soft, huggable chicken that will always be ready for a cuddle! This beginner-friendly sewing class is designed to be fun, approachable, and forgiving—even if you’re brand new to sewing. We’ll start with a simple version using one fabric for the body, with optional wings. You’ll practice sewing gentle, curved seams that are very forgiving, making this a great project for building confidence at the machine. No need for perfect stitching—this chicken is charmingly handmade! More experienced sewists can take the project further by piecing the body, adding embroidery, experimenting with fabrics, or trying other embellishments and variations. Come ready to sew, experiment, and leave with a huggable chicken that’s uniquely yours! Class Fees: $10 for members/$20 non-members Register here! History of Fiber Arts: From Traditional Craft to Modern Making Oct. 26, 2026 6 p.m. — Oct. 26, 2026 8 p.m. Explore the fascinating history of fiber arts and discover how crochet, knitting, weaving, embroidery, sewing, and macramé have connected people across cultures and generations. This class is designed for curious makers, history enthusiasts, and creative learners who want to uncover the stories behind handmade traditions. No previous experience is required. Beginners, experienced crafters, and anyone curious about fiber arts are welcome. Participants will learn, share ideas, and leave with a mystery craft book to inspire their next creative project. Class Fees: $50 for members/$60 non-members Register here! Open Sew-In Oct. 27, 2026 4:30 p.m. — 7 p.m. Bring your sewing projects and supplies and have fun visiting with other fiber artists and enthusiasts. Work on your projects in our roomy and comfortable sewing department. We have plenty of table space and 5 Singer heavy duty sewing machines, irons, ironing board, and a variety of sewing notions to use in the Fiber Arts Studio. All Levels are welcome. While assistance is available, participants interested in using the MakerSpace equipment should have a basic working knowledge. Class Fees: Free for members and $10 for non-members Register here! Intro to MIG Welding Oct. 29, 2026 5:30 p.m. — Oct. 29, 2026 8:30 p.m. Thinking about trying out MIG welding? This is an introductory workshop in learning, safety, tools and techniques in MIG welding. No experience required. Must provide your own safety glasses (we do have extras here), leather work shoes and leather gloves . Helmets, jackets and materials will be provided. Students will: . Learn about safety in the metal shop and welding studio . Learn about MIG welding equipment and materials to be used . Use the MIG welding equipment to spot weld, draw a bead and join two prices of metal Class Fees: $65 members, $75 non-members Register here! Ongoing Events These events are ongoing. Registration is currently closed, but these events may be offered again in the future. Machine Shop Open Studio Sept. 25, 2026 3 p.m. — 6 p.m. Happy Makin’! We are grateful for all of the public support that our 501(c)(3), non-profit organization receives. If you’d like to make a donation, please visit the Support Us page of our website.

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Anthropic sotto scacco: quando il Pentagono decide che il tuo modello AI è un rischio per la supply chain

🇮🇹 · /root · Lamberto Tedaldi

Immaginate di aver appena finito di compilare una build complicatissima, tutto sembra fluido, il codice gira che è un piacere e poi, improvvisamente, il kernel si blocca perché il sistema operativo ha deciso che il vostro modulo preferito è un potenziale spyware di Stato. Ecco, in pratica è quello che sta succedendo nel mondo delle AI su larga scala. La notizia che arriva dagli Stati Uniti è una di quelle che ti fanno alzare un sopracciglio: una corte d’appello federale ha confermato la decisione del Pentagono di inserire Anthropic in una lista nera, etichettandoli come un «rischio per la supply chain». In parole povere, per il Dipartimento della Difesa, utilizzare le tecnologie di Anthropic è diventato un problema di sicurezza nazionale. Con una decisione 2-1, il tribunale ha detto: «No, il Pentagono ha ragione, questi sono un rischio». Per chi di noi vive tra repository GitHub e server auto-ospitati, la cosa suona come un episodio di Black Mirror scritto da un burocrate che ha abusato di caffè e protocolli di sicurezza. Il concetto di «supply chain risk» qui viene usato per giustificare un blocco preventivo basato su preoccupazioni geopolitiche. È il classico scenario in cui non si valuta il codice o l’architettura del modello, ma si guarda solo a chi tiene le chiavi del database e a quale bandiera sventola fuori dal data center. Ovviamente, siamo in Italia e potresti pensare: «E a me cosa me ne frega? Tanto Anthropic non lo uso per far girare il mio script di automazione della caldaia». Vero, l’impatto diretto sulla nostra quotidianità è minimo, ma il segnale che arriva dal mondo tech è pesantissimo. Stiamo assistendo alla frammentazione dell’innovazione: il software non è più universale, ma viene diviso in blocchi di fiducia e zone d’ombra definite da governi e ministeri. C’è qualcosa di profondamente disturbante nell’idea che l’accesso a strumenti computazionali avanzati possa essere limitato non per difetti tecnici, ma per decisioni politiche che decidono chi può far parte della catena di approvvigionamento tecnologica. È il ritorno di un vecchio paradigma: la tecnologia non è libera, è una pedina nel gioco della geopolitica. Se iniziamo a accettare che l’infrastruttura del futuro sia soggetta a questi ‘blacklisting’ arbitrari, il concetto stesso di ecosistema aperto e globale sta andando a farsi benedire. Speriamo solo che questo trend di ‘dividere il web’ non finisca per colpire anche i progetti open source che usiamo ogni giorno, rendendo tutto un enorme labirinto di permessi e restrizioni governative. Per ora, Anthropic resta nel mirino, e noi restiamo qui a guardare come il mondo si trasforma in un gigantesco firewall burocratico. Source: U.S. appeals court upholds designation of Anthropic as supply chain risk

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Vampiri, Slasher e il Grande Vuoto: Perché Hollywood non riesce a finanziare le idee buone?

🇮🇹 · /root · Lamberto Tedaldi

Cercare di far approvare un progetto originale oggi è un po’ come provare a far girare una distro Linux ultra-leggera su un vecchio mainframe anni ’70: ti scontri con una resistenza strutturale che sembra quasi progettata per impedirti di riuscirci. L’ultima notizia che arriva dai corridoi di Hollywood (e che, ammettiamolo, ci interessa poco se non per il lato ‘pop culture’ della faccenda) riguarda Lili Reinhart. L’attrice sta cercando disperatamente un produttore per il suo progetto di vampire lesbiche. Sì, avete letto bene. Un’idea che suona fresca, lontano dai soliti cliché dei franchise depressivi, ma che sembra aver incontrato un muro di gomma. È la solita storia: l’industria cerca il sequel sicuro, il reboot rassicurante, il prodotto che non faccia arrabbiare nessuno e che garantisca il ritorno dell’investimento senza rischiare un singolo bit di creatività. In un mondo dove tutto è standardizzato e pre-confezionato, l’originalità viene vista quasi come un bug nel sistema, un’anomalia da patchare immediatamente con un altro capitolo di una saga già esistente. Se non c’è un canone stabilito o un brand mastodontico dietro, i produttori scappano come se avessero visto un ransomware in azione. Per fortuna, c’è una piccola nota di speranza per chi ama il genere horror classico. Lo showrunner di ‘Crystal Lake’ ha appena confermato che la nuova serie promette di dare «alcune spiegazioni» su Jason Voorhees. Ora, qui la questione si fa interessante. Da fan, lo sappiamo: a volte, smontare il mistero di un mito è il modo più veloce per romperlo. È come fare il reverse engineering di un firmware proprietario senza avere i simboli di debug: scopri come funziona, ma perdi tutta la magia dell’ignoto. Però, se le risposte saranno scritte bene, potrebbe essere il reboot che ci serve per ridare vita a un classico. In Italia, tra l’altro, queste dinamiche tra attori e produttori americani ci sembrano quasi un racconto di fantascienza, visto che la nostra industria cinematografica vive in un ecosistema completamente diverso. Ma il succo resta lo stesso: la lotta tra l’idea folle e il portafoglio prudente è una battaglia universale, che si tratti di cinema o di sviluppo software. Restiamo in attesa di vedere se Lili riuscirà a trovare un ‘investitore’ o se Jason Voorhees finirà per spiegarci troppo, rovinando il divertimento. Nel frattempo, io continuo a preferire i miei script automatizzati e i miei film senza troppi spiegoni. Source: Lili Reinhart Can’t Find a Producer for her Lesbian Vampire Project

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Newsletter #9 - Nagrania z XV P.I.W.O., wycieczka do Berlina, zakładamy federację, rozbudowujemy HS, inne wydarzenia

🇵🇱 · Knyfyrtel Hackerspace Poznań · pomidor

Lato już za nami, pora więc podsumować, co działo się w Knyfyrtlu w ostatnich miesiącach. Były wycieczki, nowe inicjatywy i sporo pracy nad rozwojem naszej przestrzeni. Dziś nasze stowarzyszenie liczy już 47 aktywnych członków. Niedługo stukną nam dwa lata, więc powoli przygotowujemy się do pierwszego Walnego Zebrania Członków. Równolegle zaczynamy prace nad kolejną edycją P.I.W.O. i innymi wydarzeniami. Zapraszam do lektury! Nagrania z XV P.I.W.O. już dostępne Minęły już ponad trzy miesiące od XV edycji P.I.W.O. – największej jak dotąd odsłony konferencji, która zgromadziła ponad 450 uczestników. Wydarzenie było naprawdę udane – 3 ścieżki wykładowe, 2 ścieżki warsztatowe, LAN Party, lightning talki, a także uroczyste podpisanie deklaracji SPOIWO . Jeśli chcecie przypomnieć sobie, jak wyglądała tegoroczna edycja, koniecznie przeczytajcie podsumowanie na stronie P.I.W.O. Znajdziecie tam również album zdjęciowy . Tymczasem na naszych kanałach YouTube oraz PeerTube możecie już obejrzeć zmontowane nagrania prelekcji. Od pewnego czasu publikujemy je regularnie, więc jeśli jeszcze nie mieliście okazji ich zobaczyć, koniecznie nadróbcie zaległości! My tymczasem już przygotowujemy się do kolejnej edycji – szczegóły już wkrótce! Wycieczka do Berlina Na początku sierpnia nasza ekipa wybrała się do Berlina, aby odwiedzić działające tam hakerspejsy. Podczas dwudniowej wycieczki udało nam się zajrzeć do CCCB , C-Base , AfRA oraz xHain . Dzięki temu mogliśmy poznać tamtejsze społeczności, wymienić się doświadczeniami i zaczerpnąć sporo nowych inspiracji. Szczególnie duże wrażenie zrobił na nas C-Base swoim niesamowitym wystrojem. Z pewnością będziemy organizować kolejne tego typu wycieczki, więc jeśli chcecie jeździć razem z nami, zapraszamy do dołączenia do naszej inicjatywy. Zakładamy Federację Miło nam ogłosić, że HS Knyfyrtel będzie jednym z członków założycieli Federacji Mykoryza . Pomysł powołania Federacji narodził się podczas warsztatów Meet FLOSS , o których pisaliśmy w poprzednim wydaniu newslettera. Mykoryza będzie zrzeszać hakerspejsy, LUG-i i inne organizacje skupione wokół wolnego oprogramowania, kultury hakerskiej i otwartych technologii. Naszym celem będzie wspólne hostowanie usług open-source, takich jak Mastodon , Peertube , Matrix czy Nextcloud . Podczas CebulaCamp 2026 mieliśmy okazję opowiedzieć o Federacji w ramach krótkiej prelekcji – koniecznie zajrzyjcie do nagrania na YouTube . Spotkanie założycielskie odbędzie się już w październiku. Tymczasem zapraszamy do odwiedzenia strony mykoryza.org oraz dołączenia do kanału Matrix . Rozbudowujemy hakerspejs W ostatnich miesiącach, dzięki pracy naszych członków, w Knyfyrtlu pojawiło się sporo nowych rzeczy. Warsztat przeszedł kolejne przemeblowanie – pojawiły się nowe stanowiska do szycia, a także naprawiono niedziałające drukarki 3D. Rozpoczęliśmy budowę własnej serwerowni – mamy już kilka maszyn obsługujących spejsowe usługi, a docelowo chcemy przenieść tam całą naszą infrastrukturę. Rozbudowaliśmy nasz Home Assistant – mamy nowe przyciski do otwierania bramy, a także czujniki temperatury i otwarcia okien. W kuchni pojawił się tablet z kioskiem do Club Mate oraz telewizor wyświetlający rozkład jazdy z pobliskich przystanków. Udało się też naprawić saturator – w końcu mamy wodę gazowaną w spejsie! Do tego doszły nowe ozdoby i plakaty, duża kserokopiarka i naprawiony baner LED-owy. Jeśli chcecie zobaczyć to wszystko na żywo, koniecznie wpadnijcie na nasze drzwi otwarte! Inne wydarzenia Warto również wspomnieć o innych wydarzeniach, w których nasza grupa brała udział w ostatnich miesiącach. Na początku czerwca część z nas wybrała się do Karlsruhe na 24. Gulaschprogrammiernacht . We wrześniu odbył się V. Kongres Regeneracja , gdzie nasz przedstawiciel – voltar13 – wziął udział w panelu dyskusyjnym o wolnym oprogramowaniu i suwerenności cyfrowej. Jak wspominaliśmy wcześniej, odwiedziliśmy też CebulaCamp 2026 , gdzie mieliśmy okazję spotkać przyjaciół z całej Polski. W międzyczasie odbyło się również Demo Day w HS Pomorze, a kilka dni temu wpadliśmy z wizytą do Warszawskiego Hakerspejsu na grilla. To jednak nie koniec – w najbliższy wtorek organizujemy niewielki meetup w ramach Tygodnia Programisty 2026 . Natomiast w październiku odbędzie się kolejna edycja Jesieni Linuksowej , której tradycyjnie jesteśmy patronem medialnym. Newsletter przygotował: @pomidor

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🇩🇪 · Leinelab · anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous)

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Melhorias na Biblioteca

🇧🇷 · Garoa Hacker Clube · LucianoRamalho

Comitê gestor ← Edição anterior Edição das 19h09min de 25 de setembro de 2026 (4 revisões intermediárias pelo mesmo usuário não estão sendo mostradas) Linha 7: Linha 7: * Reorganizar os livros por assuntos. * Reorganizar os livros por assuntos. * Catalogar os livros e publicar o catálogo. * Catalogar os livros e publicar o catálogo. == Comitê gestor == * ? * ?? * [[Usuário:LucianoRamalho|Luciano Ramalho]] == Critérios de descarte == Os critérios não devem ser rígidos, sempre pode haver exceções. Mas para começar, devem ir para descarte: * Livros e manuais técnicos de produtos proprietários que não são mais utilizados, como DOS 3.3, Clipper Summer 1987, e Excel do século passado. Exemplo de exceção: livros sobre bancos de dados SQL podem ser preservados quando contém exemplos interessantes e conteúdo de qualidade sobre modelagem relacional, pois é um assunto que continua valendo. == Visão == == Visão == Linha 18: Linha 34: 1. '''Livros são para serem lidos''': a lei fundamental; o valor de um livro está no seu uso pelas pessoas. Aumentar a utilização dos livros deve ser a prioridade. O objetivo da biblioteca não é guardar livros, e sim oferecê-los para os leitores. 1. '''Livros são para serem lidos''': a lei fundamental; o valor de um livro está no seu uso pelas pessoas. Aumentar a utilização dos livros deve ser a prioridade. O objetivo da biblioteca não é guardar livros, e sim oferecê-los para os leitores. 2. '''Para cada leitor, seu livro''': a seleção do acervo, o espaço físico, a organização dos materiais, o catálogo e a busca no catálogo devem ajudar cada leitor a encontrar os livros de seu interesse. 2. '''Para cada leitor, seu livro''': a seleção do acervo, o espaço físico, a organização dos materiais, o catálogo e a busca no catálogo devem ajudar cada leitor a encontrar os livros de seu interesse. O acesso ao acervo deve ser público, possibilitando que os leitores encontrem livros de seu interesse. 3. '''Para cada livro, seu leitor''': a biblioteca deve promover uma seleção do seu acervo periodicamente, assim como uma livraria promove lançamentos e títulos pertinentes para temas atuais, ajudando os livros a encontrarem seus leitores. 3. '''Para cada livro, seu leitor''': a biblioteca deve promover uma seleção do seu acervo periodicamente, assim como uma livraria promove lançamentos e títulos pertinentes para temas atuais, ajudando os livros a encontrarem seus leitores.

Apresentações relâmpago

🇧🇷 · Garoa Hacker Clube · Villares

← Edição anterior Edição das 00h28min de 25 de setembro de 2026 Linha 8: Linha 8: == Próximos eventos == == Próximos eventos == TBD - Não teremos a Noite de Relâmpagos na última sexta feira de setembro (25/9) ⚫ == Eventos passados == === 28 de agosto de 2026 - Noite de Relâmpagos === === 28 de agosto de 2026 - Noite de Relâmpagos === Vamos receber as pessoas a partir das 19h e devemos começar as apresentações 19h30. Vamos receber as pessoas a partir das 19h e devemos começar as apresentações 19h30. ⚫ == Eventos passados == === 31 de julho de 2026 - Noite de Relâmpagos === === 31 de julho de 2026 - Noite de Relâmpagos ===

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🇳🇱 · Revelation space · Ries

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🇺🇸 · Noisebridge · WebDaniel

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🇺🇸 · MakeHaven · Elida Paiz Pineda

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Eventos Passados

🇧🇷 · Garoa Hacker Clube · Villares

← Edição anterior Edição das 00h38min de 25 de setembro de 2026 Linha 10: Linha 10: == 2026 == == 2026 == * ''' Sábado , 14 /SET/2026 15h00 às 18h00 :''' [[ Python Lab ]] * ''' Domingo , 20 /SET/2026 , a partir de 15:00 :''' [[ Festa do Peão de Tabuleiro ]] : muitos jogos para experimentar! * '''Segunda, 14/SET/2026 15h00 às 18h00:''' [[Python Lab]] * '''Sábado, 12/SET/2026 15h00 às 18h00:''' [[Micro Sábado]] - ZX80 e ZX81 com DQ * '''Sábado, 12/SET/2026 15h00 às 18h00:''' [[Micro Sábado]] - ZX80 e ZX81 com DQ * '''Quinta, 03/SET/2026 19h00 às 22h00:''' [[Open Hack Night]] - Atividades Livres * '''Quinta, 03/SET/2026 19h00 às 22h00:''' [[Open Hack Night]] - Atividades Livres

Próximos Eventos

🇧🇷 · Garoa Hacker Clube · Villares

← Edição anterior Edição das 00h26min de 25 de setembro de 2026 Linha 17: Linha 17: * '''Domingo, 20/SET/2026, a partir de 15:00:''' [[Festa do Peão de Tabuleiro]]: muitos jogos para experimentar! * '''Domingo, 20/SET/2026, a partir de 15:00:''' [[Festa do Peão de Tabuleiro]]: muitos jogos para experimentar! * '''Sexta, 25/SET/2026 19h00 às 22h00 :''' Noite de [[apresentações relâmpago]] (''lightning talks'') * '''Sexta, 25/SET/2026 [CANCELADA] :''' Noite de [[apresentações relâmpago]] (''lightning talks'') * '''Sábado, 26/SET/2026 15h00 às 18h00:''' [[Micro Sábado]] * '''Sábado, 26/SET/2026 15h00 às 18h00:''' [[Micro Sábado]] * '''Quinta, 17/SET/2026 19h00 às 22h00:''' [[Open Hack Night]] - Atividades Livres * '''Quinta, 17/SET/2026 19h00 às 22h00:''' [[Open Hack Night]] - Atividades Livres