November 13 session is postponed! Keep an eye out for the make-up date. ShiftKey Lounge is a collaborative project with the Faculty of Computer Science to introduce new students to all the amazing things they can do with a Computer Science education. This informal drop-in session will take place every Wednesday from October 2, 2024…
BSides Halifax is proud to announce our 4th (becoming annual!) Halifax BSides conference! The event will once again be held IRL (in real life), but this time in the fall on Thursday, November 14th, 2024. It will be another great day filled with talks and the chance to spend time with fellow security enthusiasts, as…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Join us on Thursday, November 21st, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM for an insightful Industry Showcase event with Nova Scotia Power. This session is part of Dalhousie University's Industry Showcases, offering you the opportunity to connect with professionals and explore career opportunities in cybersecurity. About the session: This event features Halim Abou-Dib, Enterprise Cyber Security…
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…
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…
