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SUMMARY:Academy Up: Data Analytics with Python Certification (1/4)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up\, generously supported by Cognizant. \n📅 Dates: October 16\, 23\, 30\, and November 6\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 127\n💰 Cost: FREE! \nRegister now: https://bit.ly/47CEFEm \nNote: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification\, as well as successful completion of assessment.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-data-analytics-with-python-certification-1-4
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certification,Skills Development
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SUMMARY:Academy Up: Data Analytics with Python Certification (2/4)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up\, generously supported by Cognizant. \n📅 Dates: October 16\, 23\, 30\, and November 6\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 127\n💰 Cost: FREE! \nRegister now: https://bit.ly/47CEFEm \nNote: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification\, as well as successful completion of assessment.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-data-analytics-with-python-certification-2-4
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certification,Skills Development
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UID:99729-1729792800-1729796400@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:IBM watsonx Education Challenge: Introduction to Generative AI Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n📆 Date: October 24th 2024 \n⏰ Time: 6-7pm\n📌 Location: Virtual\n💰 Cost: FREE!\n📌 Registration: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events \n 
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/ibm-watsonx-education-challenge-introduction-to-generative-ai
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241029T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241019T031220Z
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UID:99731-1730224800-1730228400@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:IBM watsonx Education Challenge: AI Ethics Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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! \n\n\n📆 Date: October 29th 2024 \n⏰ Time: 6-7pm\n📌 Location: Virtual\n💰 Cost: FREE!\n📌 Registration: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events \n 
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/ibm-watsonx-education-challenge-ai-ethics-workshop
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241030T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
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UID:99622-1730311200-1730316600@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Academy Up: Data Analytics with Python Certification (3/4)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up\, generously supported by Cognizant. \n📅 Dates: October 16\, 23\, 30\, and November 6\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 127\n💰 Cost: FREE! \nRegister now: https://bit.ly/47CEFEm \nNote: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification\, as well as successful completion of assessment.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-data-analytics-with-python-certification-3-4
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certification,Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241101T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T032824Z
UID:99734-1730484000-1730487600@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:IBM watsonx Education Challenge: Watsonx Orchestrate Hands-on Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n📆 Date: November 1st 2024 \n⏰ Time: 7:00-8:00pm\n📌 Location: Virtual\n💰 Cost: FREE!\n📌 Registration: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events \n 
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/ibm-watsonx-education-challenge-watsonx-orchestrate-hands-on-workshop
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241011T011213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T231456Z
UID:99658-1730829600-1730836800@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Academy Up: DevOps Foundations Certification (1/4)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up\, generously supported by Cognizant. \n📅 Dates: November 5th\, 12th\, 19th\, and 26th\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 134\n💰 Cost: FREE! \nRegister now: https://bit.ly/4eJE3j6 \nNote: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification\, as well as successful completion of assessment.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-devops-fundamentals-certification
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certification,Skills Development
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241108
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UID:99579-1730851200-1731023999@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Find Your Co-Founder: Tech & Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nHere’s what you’ll get from this:\n\nHow to Talk Tech: how to talk tech to non-tech startups and why entrepreneurship is so important in the tech industry\nNovember 6\, 2024  |  6:00PM-7:00PM  |  Arthur L Irving Entrepreneurship Centre\, Sobey Inspiration Hub (SH212)\n\nTech in Entrepreneurship: exploring the importance of tech in entrepreneurship and what entrepreneurial skills are vital for tech and non-tech startups\nNovember 7\, 2024  |  6:00PM-7:00PM  |  Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 127\n\nPOSTPONED*: Find your CoFounder: Panel discussion with this week’s speakers\, Q&A\, and networking (dinner included!)\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn! See you there!\n\nRegister now: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/find-your-co-founder-tech-entrepreneurship
LOCATION:Dalhousie and SMU
CATEGORIES:Info Session,Networking,Off-Campus,Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241106T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20240925T221310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T231315Z
UID:99623-1730916000-1730921400@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Academy Up: Data Analytics with Python Certification (4/4)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up\, generously supported by Cognizant. \n📅 Dates: October 16\, 23\, 30\, and November 6\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 127\n💰 Cost: FREE! \nRegister now: https://bit.ly/47CEFEm \nNote: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification\, as well as successful completion of assessment.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-data-analytics-with-python-certification-4-4
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certification,Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241011T011257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T231539Z
UID:99666-1731434400-1731441600@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Academy Up: DevOps Foundations Certification (2/4)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up\, generously supported by Cognizant. \n📅 Dates: November 5th\, 12th\, 19th\, and 26th\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 134\n💰 Cost: FREE! \nRegister now: https://bit.ly/4eJE3j6 \nNote: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification\, as well as successful completion of assessment.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-devops-fundamentals-certification-1-4
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certification,Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241113T004121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T004121Z
UID:99830-1731664800-1731682800@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Workshop: Internet of Things
DESCRIPTION: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. \nProf. 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. \nStory behind the approach: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QQw3fK2hy9bcFOAHFCMKf3fMQeLkwxE0R4ejlJgotk0/edit?usp=sharing \n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Date: November 15\, 2024\n⏰ Schedule:\n\n10:00AM-12:00PM: Part 1\n12:00PM-1:00PM: Lunch (provided)\n1:00PM-3:00PM: Part 2\n\n📌 Location: Room 1016\, Rowe Management Building\n✍️ Register now: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/workshop-internet-of-things
LOCATION:Rowe Management Building\, 6100 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 4R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241118T183000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241118T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20240918T040951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T002018Z
UID:99576-1731954600-1731958200@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Workshop: APIs
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Date: October 21st\, 2024\n⏰ Time: 6:30PM-7:30PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 430\nRegister Now: https://bit.ly/4f2waVD
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/workshop-apis
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241119T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241019T021432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T224153Z
UID:99725-1732035600-1732048200@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:LaTeX Workshop & Competition
DESCRIPTION: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. \n📅 Date: November 19th\, 2024\n⏰ Time: 5:30PM to 8:30PM\n📌 Location: The Goldberg Computer Science Building\n✍ Registration: bit.ly/shiftkey-events
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/latex-workshop-competition
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241011T011523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T231601Z
UID:99670-1732039200-1732046400@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Academy Up: DevOps Foundations Certification (3/4)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up\, generously supported by Cognizant. \n📅 Dates: November 5th\, 12th\, 19th\, and 26th\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 134\n💰 Cost: FREE! \nRegister now: https://bit.ly/4eJE3j6 \nNote: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification\, as well as successful completion of assessment.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-devops-foundations-certification-3-4
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certification,Skills Development
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241120T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241120T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241019T021620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T021949Z
UID:99727-1732123800-1732129200@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Workshop with Linux Society: Vim Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n📅 Date: November 20th\, 2024\n⏰ Time: 5:30PM to 7:00PM\n📌 Location: The Goldberg Computer Science Building\n✍ Registration: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/linux-society-vim-workshop
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Skills Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241126T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241126T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241011T011556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T231634Z
UID:99672-1732644000-1732651200@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Academy Up: DevOps Foundations Certification (4/4)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up\, generously supported by Cognizant. \n📅 Dates: November 5th\, 12th\, 19th\, and 26th\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 134\n💰 Cost: FREE! \nRegister now: https://bit.ly/4eJE3j6 \nNote: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification\, as well as successful completion of assessment.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-devops-foundations-certification-4-4
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certification,Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241218T232432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T233922Z
UID:100245-1736186400-1736193600@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Academy UP: SQL Foundations (1/4)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up\, generously supported by Cognizant. \n📅 Dates: January 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, and 27th\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 134\n💰 Cost: FREE! \nRegister now: http://bit.ly/4iIQluo \nNote: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification\, as well as successful completion of assessment.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-sql-foundations
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certification,Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241218T232551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T233906Z
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SUMMARY:Academy UP: SQL Foundations (2/4)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up\, generously supported by Cognizant. \n📅 Dates: January 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, and 27th\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 134\n💰 Cost: FREE! \nRegister now: http://bit.ly/4iIQluo \nNote: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification\, as well as successful completion of assessment.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-sql-foundations-2-4
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certification,Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250116T183000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241026T035553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T235040Z
UID:99796-1737052200-1737055800@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Workshop: Cybersecurity in Networks
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\n\n\n📅 Date: January 16th\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 6:30PM-7:30PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 134\n✍️ Register Here: https://lnkd.in/e3ftEFaR
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/workshop-cybersecurity
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250120T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250120T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20250115T235439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T001751Z
UID:100329-1737392400-1737396000@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:GGJ Workshop: D&D Game Design Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n📅 Date: January 20\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 5:00PM-6:00PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 430\n✍️ Register Here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events\n\nPlease 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
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/ggj-workshop-game-design
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250120T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250120T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20250116T024422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T043619Z
UID:100340-1737392400-1737401400@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:ShiftKey Build: Pitch Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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! \n📅 Date: January 20\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 5:00PM-7:30PM\n📌 Location: Mona Campbell 1108\n✍️ Register Here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/shiftkey-build-pitch-workshop
LOCATION:Mona Campbell Building\, 1459 Lemarchant Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 3P8
CATEGORIES:Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241218T232629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T233840Z
UID:100251-1737396000-1737403200@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Academy UP: SQL Foundations (3/4)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up\, generously supported by Cognizant. \n📅 Dates: January 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, and 27th\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 134\n💰 Cost: FREE! \nRegister now: http://bit.ly/4iIQluo \nNote: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification\, as well as successful completion of assessment.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-sql-foundations-3-4
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certification,Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250121T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250121T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20250115T235607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T000011Z
UID:100331-1737478800-1737484200@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:GGJ Workshop: Figures in Motion
DESCRIPTION: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. \n📅 Date: January 21\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 5:00PM-6:30PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 430\n✍️ Register Here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events\n\nPlease 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
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/ggj-workshop-figures-in-motion
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250122T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250122T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20250115T235944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T235944Z
UID:100333-1737565200-1737570600@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:GGJ Workshop: Jamming with Unreal Engine 5
DESCRIPTION: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! \n📅 Date: January 22\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 5:00PM-6:30PM\n📌 Location: Virtual (Teams link will be sent out)\n✍️ Register Here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events\n\nPlease 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
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/ggj-workshop-unreal-5
CATEGORIES:Skills Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250123T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250123T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20250116T000329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T000329Z
UID:100337-1737651600-1737657000@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:GGJ Workshop: Virtual Reality with Unreal Engine 5
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n📅 Date: January 23\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 5:00PM-6:30PM\n📌 Location: Mona Campbell\, Room 1201 (Hybrid: Teams link will be sent out)\n✍️ Register Here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events\n\nPlease 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
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/ggj-workshop-virtual-reality
CATEGORIES:Skills Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250127T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250127T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241218T232728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T233823Z
UID:100253-1738000800-1738008000@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Academy UP: SQL Foundations (4/4)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up\, generously supported by Cognizant. \n📅 Dates: January 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, and 27th\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\, Room 134\n💰 Cost: FREE! \nRegister now: http://bit.ly/4iIQluo \nNote: Attendance is required for all sessions to earn certification\, as well as successful completion of assessment.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-sql-foundations-4-4
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Certification,Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250129T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241217T043314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T175459Z
UID:100243-1738173600-1738177200@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Prompt Engineering
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: This event is now virtual due to the weather forecast for January 29th.\n\nDive into the world of prompt engineering in this beginner-friendly workshop with ShiftKey’s Tobi Onibudo! We’ll explore key techniques for crafting effective prompts that shape AI responses and discuss the evolving future of this critical skill. Whether you’re new to prompt engineering or eager to learn how it’s driving advancements in AI\, this session offers the perfect introduction to techniques and trends shaping tomorrow’s AI interactions. Sign Up Here: https://lnkd.in/e3ftEFaR\n\n📅 Date: January 29th\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 6:00PM to 7:00PM\n📌 Location: Virtual
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/prompt-engineering
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250130T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250130T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241203T002141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T175206Z
UID:100156-1738258200-1738265400@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Agile/Scrum Workshop
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: This event is now virtual due to the weather forecast for January 30th. \nOn January 30th\, come to our Scrum/Agile Workshop with Brenda Fay! In this two-hour session\, we will discuss what Agile and Scrum mean in today’s technology environment. Specifically\, we will discuss: \n\nWhat Agile means and how it can benefit you both as a student and at work\nHow Scrum works and how to use it\n\nSign up Here: linktr.ee/shiftkeylabs \n\n\n📅 Date: January 30th\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 5:30PM to 7:30PM\n📌 Location:Virtual
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/agile-and-scrum-workshop
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20241214T045448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T153018Z
UID:100231-1738774800-1738787400@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:LeetCode Challenge
DESCRIPTION:(Now starting at 5:00 pm!) \nThe LeetCode Challenge invites students from across Nova Scotia to hone and test their coding skills\, while making valuable industry connections and learning about technical interviews. This event will take place in the Goldberg Computer Science building\, hosted in collaboration by the Faculty of Computer Science\, ShiftKey Labs and CIBC. \nThe event is scheduled to take place on February 5th\, 2025. It will start with a CIBC meet-and-greet with students over a light dinner\, followed by a presentation from Kewoba Carter on Preparing for Technical Interviews. The challenge itself will take place in the final two hours\, where participants are invited to solve as many LeetCode problems as possible\, with the chance to win great prizes. \nThis event is generously supported by CIBC. \nSign up here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events \n \n\n\n📅 Date: February 5th\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 5:00PM to 8:30PM\n📌 Location: The Goldberg Computer Science Building
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/leetcode-challenge
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Skills Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250228T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250228T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T092954
CREATED:20250218T154736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T174106Z
UID:101015-1740762000-1740767400@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Finding Product-Market Fit Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Get a crash course in product marketing and how to take your idea from 0 to 1. This workshop will help you clearly define your market and start building the foundation of your marketing strategy.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitator Bio: Kate Orchard has over a decade of experience in B2B and B2C marketing\, working on advertising campaigns for national brands like Discovery Channel\, Virgin Radio\, and CTV News. Now a Product Marketer at Dash Social\, Kate specializes in crafting user-first go-to-market strategies that drive adoption and revenue growth for tech products.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSign up here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events \n \n\n\n📅 Date: February 28th\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 5:00PM to 6:30PM\n📌 Location: The Goldberg Computer Science Building
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/finding-product-market-fit-workshop
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Skills Development,Workshop
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