FCS Orientation: Intro to Git
2024-09-04 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax)
Join us for an interactive workshop on mastering GIT, hosted by peers from ShiftKey Labs! Designed for students of all levels, this event will teach you the fundamentals of version control using GIT, a crucial tool for collaborative coding projects. Our knowledgeable peers will guide you through hands-on exercises, demonstrating key commands and best practices. By the end of the session, you’ll be equipped with the skills to efficiently manage your code and collaborate seamlessly with others. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your technical toolkit and learn from experienced mentors in a supportive environment!
Date: September 4, 2024
Time: 7:00PM-8:00PM
Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building, Room 127
Audience: Welcoming all first-year students (registration not required)

ShiftKey Academy Up: Generative AI (2/4)
2024-09-11 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Excited to share that we’re launching a new certification program in Generative AI this September! Led by Vansh Sood, this program offers you the chance to learn the basics of Generative AI and get hands-on experience building your own AI tools.
This free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up, generously supported by Cognizant.
📅 Dates: September 4, 11, 18, 25
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building, Room 127
💰 Cost: FREE!
Register now: https://lnkd.in/grz92HWH
Note: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification, as well as successful completion of assessment.

ShiftKey Academy Up: Generative AI (3/4)
2024-09-18 19:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Excited to share that we’re launching a new certification program in Generative AI this September! Led by Vansh Sood, this program offers you the chance to learn the basics of Generative AI and get hands-on experience building your own AI tools.
This free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up, generously supported by Cognizant.
📅 Dates: September 4, 11, 18, 25
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building, Room 127
💰 Cost: FREE!
Register now: https://lnkd.in/grz92HWH
Note: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification, as well as successful completion of assessment.

ShiftKey Academy Up: Generative AI (4/4)
2024-09-25 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada

Academy Up: Data Analytics with Python Certification (1/4)
2024-10-16 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Excited to share that we’re launching a new certification program in Data Analytics and Python this October and November! Led by Sahil Chawla, this program offers you the chance to learn the basics of Python and get hands-on experience.
This free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up, generously supported by Cognizant.
📅 Dates: October 16, 23, 30, and November 6
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building, Room 127
💰 Cost: FREE!
Register now: https://bit.ly/47CEFEm
Note: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification, as well as successful completion of assessment.

Academy Up: Data Analytics with Python Certification (2/4)
2024-10-23 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada

IBM watsonx Education Challenge: Introduction to Generative AI Workshop
2024-10-24 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Virtual
This workshop is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to Generative AI (GenAI) for students who are interested in exploring the potential of this cutting-edge technology ahead of the watsonx Challenge. The workshop will cover the fundamental concepts, applications, and techniques related to GenAI, as well as hands-on exercises to help participants gain practical experience with GenAI models. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a solid understanding of GenAI fundamentals and the skills needed to build and deploy their own models, along with new connections and insights. This workshop is open to students of all background and skill levels, no previous experience with programming is necessary to participate.

📆 Date: October 24th 2024
⏰ Time: 6-7pm
📌 Location: Virtual
💰 Cost: FREE!
📌 Registration: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

IBM watsonx Education Challenge: AI Ethics Workshop
2024-10-29 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Virtual
Join us for an engaging workshop that explores the ethical dimensions of AI ahead of our upcoming watsonx challenge. This interactive session will provide participants with essential insights into the ethical considerations that shape AI development and deployment. We will dive into key concepts and real-world case studies, learn best practices and guidelines, and hear from industry experts on navigating the complex landscape of AI. Prepare to build your projects responsibly and make a positive impact with your work!

📆 Date: October 29th 2024
⏰ Time: 6-7pm
📌 Location: Virtual
💰 Cost: FREE!
📌 Registration: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

Academy Up: Data Analytics with Python Certification (3/4)
2024-10-30 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada

IBM watsonx Education Challenge: Watsonx Orchestrate Hands-on Workshop
2024-11-01 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
In this Technical Bootcamp, participants have three hours to orchestrate a set of skills in IBM watsonx Orchestrate using IBM Business Automation services, including Operational Decision Manager (ODM) and Business Automation Workflow (BAW), to achieve more with existing investments in the Cloud Pak for Business Automation. These skills will automate risk analysis, create an approval workflow, apply discounts, create a conversational AI, and then add new skills to extend the capabilities of the solution to combine enterprise automation with employee productivity. To add some fun, this Bootcamp is also a Challenge: the winner will be the first to complete all the steps, add the most additional skills, and summarize the business value in the best way. All participants will have the experience of creating and enhancing a Gen AI Automation use case. This Bootcamp is open to students of all skill levels and backgrounds, but requires that you bring your own laptop computer; you will receive a link to the software you need.

📆 Date: November 1st 2024
⏰ Time: 7:00-8:00pm
📌 Location: Virtual
💰 Cost: FREE!
📌 Registration: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

Academy Up: DevOps Foundations Certification (1/4)
2024-11-05 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Excited to share that we’re launching a new certification program in DevOps November! Led by Zainuddin Saiyed, this program offers you the chance to learn the basics of DevOps and get hands-on experience.
This free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up, generously supported by Cognizant.
📅 Dates: November 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building, Room 134
💰 Cost: FREE!
Register now: https://bit.ly/4eJE3j6
Note: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification, as well as successful completion of assessment.

Find Your Co-Founder: Tech & Entrepreneurship
2024-11-06 - 2024-11-07 | Dalhousie and SMU
Come Join us for the Find Your Cofounder: Tech & Entrepreneurship Event on November 6th, 7th & 8th co-hosted by Shiftkey, DalInovates, and the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre.Each session day is unique (and in a different location!), so you are welcome to attend all three or just the days that interest you. Expect delicious food from local entrepreneurs and thought-provoking discussions on all 3 days!

Here’s what you’ll get from this:

How to Talk Tech: how to talk tech to non-tech startups and why entrepreneurship is so important in the tech industry
November 6, 2024 | 6:00PM-7:00PM | Arthur L Irving Entrepreneurship Centre, Sobey Inspiration Hub (SH212)

Tech in Entrepreneurship: exploring the importance of tech in entrepreneurship and what entrepreneurial skills are vital for tech and non-tech startups
November 7, 2024 | 6:00PM-7:00PM | Goldberg Computer Science Building, Room 127

POSTPONED*: Find your CoFounder: Panel discussion with this week’s speakers, Q&A, and networking (dinner included!)

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn! See you there!

Register now: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

Academy Up: Data Analytics with Python Certification (4/4)
2024-11-06 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada

Academy Up: DevOps Foundations Certification (2/4)
2024-11-12 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada

Workshop: Internet of Things
2024-11-15 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Rowe Management Building, 6100 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 4R2, Canada
This workshop will introduce participants to the fundamentals of building Internet of Things (IoT) systems and establishing effective device communication, using the innovative Monogramming approach—a shell script-based programming method tailored for IoT programming. Students will gain practical experience in setting up IoT hardware and leveraging shell scripts to create efficient, streamlined communication protocols between devices. This approach offers a unique pathway to mastering the essential skills of programming for connected systems. Whether you’re new to IoT or looking to deepen your understanding, this workshop is a great opportunity to explore the world of smart, connected systems.
Prof. Ohno: Dr. Hiroyuki Ohno is a Professor at Kanazawa University, Japan, where he also serves as the Director of Information Infrastructure Division, Information Media Center and Senior Researcher at Keio Research Institute at SFC. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Master and Bachelor degrees in Control Engineering from Tokyo Institute of Technology. He is also the founder of the Raspberry Gate and Guardian initiative that aims at securing Raspberry Pi devices. Previously served as a lecturer at the Graduate School of Tokyo Institute of Technology, with appointments at the Communications Research Laboratory of the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications (now NICT) and the Cabinet Secretariat. Has held the current position since 2006, engaging in research on emergency communications, information security, and manufacturing support. In recent years, he has been advocating for “Monogramming,” dedicating himself to its practice and promotion. He is also actively conducting research in the fields of quantum computing and quantum communication. Dr. Ohno is a collaborator of Dr. Srini Sampalli and is a frequent visitor to the MYTech Lab in the Faculty of Computer Science at Dalhousie University, where he mentors and advises students on IoT research.
Story behind the approach: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QQw3fK2hy9bcFOAHFCMKf3fMQeLkwxE0R4ejlJgotk0/edit?usp=sharing

📅 Date: November 15, 2024
⏰ Schedule:

10:00AM-12:00PM: Part 1
12:00PM-1:00PM: Lunch (provided)
1:00PM-3:00PM: Part 2

📌 Location: Room 1016, Rowe Management Building
✍️ Register now: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

Workshop: APIs
2024-11-18 18:30 - 19:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Join us on November 18th for an API Development session where we’ll dive into the fundamentals of APIs, exploring how they enable communication between different systems through HTTP requests, endpoints, and REST architecture. We’ll also test out LLM APIs to interact with Generative AI models, offering hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI technologies.

📅 Date: October 21st, 2024
⏰ Time: 6:30PM-7:30PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building, 430
Register Now: https://bit.ly/4f2waVD

LaTeX Workshop & Competition
2024-11-19 17:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
LaTeX is a key skill for both budding and seasoned computer scientists alike. This workshop gives an interactive overview of using LaTeX for typesetting assignments, posters, presentations, diagrams, theses, and conference submissions through a series of typesetting challenges. No knowledge of LaTeX is required for this beginner friendly workshop but those experienced with LaTeX should expect to learn techniques that will increase their productivity. After giving an interactive tutorial, participants will be presented with a series of typesetting competitions to show off their newly learned LaTeX prowess. All participants must bring their own computer.
📅 Date: November 19th, 2024
⏰ Time: 5:30PM to 8:30PM
📌 Location: The Goldberg Computer Science Building
✍ Registration: bit.ly/shiftkey-events

Academy Up: DevOps Foundations Certification (3/4)
2024-11-19 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada

Workshop with Linux Society: Vim Workshop
2024-11-20 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Vim is an excellent lightweight code editor that can be put to great use, if you know how to use it effectively. Learn the basics of how to install and navigate Vim and gain an understanding of more advanced features that enable you to work more efficiently. You will gain an understanding of how Vim works and know enough to be able to dig into further details yourself. We will also cover some commonly used plugins to customise and improve your Vim experience.

📅 Date: November 20th, 2024
⏰ Time: 5:30PM to 7:00PM
📌 Location: The Goldberg Computer Science Building
✍ Registration: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

Academy Up: DevOps Foundations Certification (4/4)
2024-11-26 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada

Academy UP: SQL Foundations (1/4)
2025-01-06 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Excited to share that we’re launching a new certification program in SQL in January! Led by Vishwa Patel, this program offers you the chance to learn the basics of SQL and get hands-on experience.
This free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up, generously supported by Cognizant.
📅 Dates: January 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building, Room 134
💰 Cost: FREE!
Register now: http://bit.ly/4iIQluo
Note: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification, as well as successful completion of assessment.

Academy UP: SQL Foundations (2/4)
2025-01-13 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada

Workshop: Cybersecurity in Networks
2025-01-16 18:30 - 19:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
This workshop dives into the fundamentals of how networks operate, their importance in cybersecurity, and explores best practices for securing networks from potential threats. You’ll gain hands-on experience through a live demo, and have the opportunity to interface with a network switch yourself. By the end of the session, you will understand why it’s crucial to secure network infrastructure, learn practical techniques to enhance network security, and get resources to further your learning in the cybersecurity field.

📅 Date: January 16th, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30PM-7:30PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building, 134
✍️ Register Here: https://lnkd.in/e3ftEFaR

GGJ Workshop: D&D Game Design Workshop
2025-01-20 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Most video games have a story: not only Role-playing games. In this workshop, we will approach story building and game design to maximize engagement for players, and simplify the design of a video game’s mechanics. To do this, Professor Carla Heggie and Dr. Christian Blouin will draw from experience designing and playing table-top role playing games. They will also approach this from a player’s perspective, especially on how player finding gamey loopholes can break immersion. Unlike a tabletop game where players aren’t trying to break a game, the rules are really different for a video game.
📅 Date: January 20, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:00PM-6:00PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building, Room 430
✍️ Register Here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

Please note: This workshop is available to everyone, whether they have signed up for Global Game Jam or not! If you haven’t signed up for the Jam but you want to, follow this link: https://bit.ly/40b5QTt

ShiftKey Build: Pitch Workshop
2025-01-20 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | Mona Campbell Building, 1459 Lemarchant Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 3P8
Sharpen your pitch, practice, and enjoy free pizza at our Build Pitch Day workshop on January 20th, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM at Mona Campbell Room 1108! We’ll kick off the evening with a brief workshop, led by public speaking expert, Jason Turner, to help you refine your pitch. Afterwards, you’ll have a relaxed practice session where you can present, get feedback, and cheer each other on. Whether you’re ready to pitch or just want to learn and enjoy some pizza, everyone’s welcome. Come level up your startup ideas with us!
📅 Date: January 20, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:00PM-7:30PM
📌 Location: Mona Campbell 1108
✍️ Register Here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

Academy UP: SQL Foundations (3/4)
2025-01-20 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada

GGJ Workshop: Figures in Motion
2025-01-21 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
In this beginner figure drawing workshop, learn how to capture gestures, still poses, and movement. With step-by-step direction from Artist Sage Sidley, participants will learn how to sketch the human form from a live figure model (in fun costumes). This workshop will help Game Jam contestants draw accurate renderings of figures for character development.
📅 Date: January 21, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:00PM-6:30PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building, Room 430
✍️ Register Here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

Please note: This workshop is available to everyone, whether they have signed up for Global Game Jam or not! If you haven’t signed up for the Jam but you want to, follow this link: https://bit.ly/40b5QTt

GGJ Workshop: Jamming with Unreal Engine 5
2025-01-22 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Halifax)
In this workshop, you will be guided on some of the main components you need to understand to make a game in Unreal Engine 5 in the context of a game jam. How to set up a level, what is a game mode, what is a player controller, how to work with blueprints (especially in a team context), how to work with materials, how to make UI components, and more! We will be explore the basics of the engine and understand why things are designed the way they are because it can be a bit confusing to get into for the first time. Game Developer, Rose Dufresne, understands that a lot of tutorials try to cover everything (e.g. lumen, Niagara, nanites… what even are these, and do we really even need this information to make a silly game?). They can come off as overwhelming and much of the knowledge can get lost quite quickly. So, she wants to present you with information that will hopefully stick with you from one game jam to another!
📅 Date: January 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:00PM-6:30PM
📌 Location: Virtual (Teams link will be sent out)
✍️ Register Here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

Please note: This workshop is available to everyone, whether they have signed up for Global Game Jam or not! If you haven’t signed up for the Jam but you want to, follow this link: https://bit.ly/40b5QTt

GGJ Workshop: Virtual Reality with Unreal Engine 5
2025-01-23 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Halifax)
Get started on setting up VR in Unreal Engine and designing your game with VR-specific interactions to immerse your players into your worlds. Your workshop leader will be Pedram Safari, many-time Game Jam winner and developer at local game studio, Maritime Digital Art & Design.
📅 Date: January 23, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:00PM-6:30PM
📌 Location: Mona Campbell, Room 1201 (Hybrid: Teams link will be sent out)
✍️ Register Here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

Please note: This workshop is available to everyone, whether they have signed up for Global Game Jam or not! If you haven’t signed up for the Jam but you want to, follow this link: https://bit.ly/40b5QTt

Academy UP: SQL Foundations (4/4)
2025-01-27 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
