Raspberry Pi enthusiasts that would like to take part in the official Raspberry Pi 4th Birthday party, to be held in Cambridge in the United Kingdom on March 5th and 6th 2016, will be pleased to know that tickets are now on sale to provide access to the party from £5.
The party is an annual event and last year over 1,300 people made it to the celebrations that included 24 theatre lecture talks and 14 workshops, during which visitors could share their Raspberry Pi projects with others.
Event Highlights and Activities
The Raspberry Pi Birthday Weekend is being held at the Cambridge Computer Laboratory, also known as the William Gates Building, which is located on JJ Thomson Avenue, just off Madingley Road. This venue is renowned for its state-of-the-art facilities and has been a hub for technological innovation and education. The event promises to be even bigger and better this year, with a variety of activities planned to engage and inspire attendees of all ages.
In addition to the theatre lectures and workshops, the event will feature hands-on demonstrations, coding challenges, and project showcases. These activities are designed to cater to both beginners and advanced users, ensuring that everyone can participate and learn something new. For instance, there will be beginner-friendly workshops on setting up your first Raspberry Pi and more advanced sessions on topics like IoT (Internet of Things) and machine learning.
Networking and Community Building
One of the key aspects of the Raspberry Pi Birthday Weekend is the opportunity for networking and community building. The event attracts a diverse group of people, including hobbyists, educators, students, and professionals from various fields. This creates a unique environment where attendees can exchange ideas, collaborate on projects, and form lasting connections.
Last year’s event saw several successful collaborations that continued long after the weekend was over. For example, a group of educators who met at the event went on to develop a series of Raspberry Pi-based educational tools that are now being used in classrooms across the UK. Similarly, a team of hobbyists who connected at the party collaborated on an innovative home automation project that gained significant attention in the tech community.
For more information on the new celebrations, jump over to the official Raspberry Foundation website for details and to purchase tickets. The website provides a comprehensive guide to the event, including a schedule of activities, speaker profiles, and tips for making the most of your visit.
Check out the activities that took place last year to get a sense of what to expect and to see the incredible projects and ideas that were shared.
Source: Pi Foundation
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