Hacks/Hackers London

Hacks/Hackers January Meetup

January 29 · 6:30 PM
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* PLEASE NOTE, THE DAY OF THIS MEETUP HAS CHANGED *

The date for this meet up has changed. It was due to take place on Wednesday but is now happening on Thursday. Many apologies for any inconvenience caused.

What if I can't now attend?

Please take yourself off the list by changing your RSVP status. This will mean that someone on the waiting list will be able to attend in your place. They will be very grateful and so will we.

Oh no, I'm too far down the waiting list!

Never fear. We're continuing our experiment with a limited number of "queue-jumping" paid passes.

The idea – suggested by community members – lets you skip the waiting list and helps us raise some funds to expand the work of Hacks/Hackers London.

Buy your pass here:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hackshackers-january-meetup-tickets-15371429359

What's happening?

We have drinks! Our friends at Time etc are buying the beers this month.

For those of you who don't know, Time etc enables you to pay hand-picked assistants by the hour to do things like admin, blog writing, social media, organising or anything else you generally don't have time to do yourself.

Time etc are giving away free credit to spend on their platform to all attendees. Just go to http://www.timeetc.com/hackshackers to register for free.

What about speakers?

1. Andrew Fogg, @andrewfogg, import.io

2. Jamie Bartlett, @JamieJBartlett, Demos

Lightning talks

Jeremy Walker, Newsfixed

Once again, apologies for the date change at such late notice. We hope to see you on Thursday.

Joanna, Pete, Cassie, Sarah and the rest of the Hacks/Hackers team

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An Owl The Size of a H.

SO GOOD TO MEET YOU ALL. I am pleased you liked my hat. When is the next one?

0 · March 5
- Peter M.
  
  You weren't wearing a hat!
  
  0 · March 5
- An Owl The Size of a H.
  
  You may not have noticed. It was a very subtle hat.
  
  0 · March 5
Thomas M.

Hope it was a great night. It was very frustrating I was only told I made the list at twenty six last night. Couldn't make it in time

0 · January 30
- Peter M.
  
  Hi Thomas. Yup, we realise it's not great and are implementing changes to prevent this happening again. Watch this space.
  
  3 · January 30
Eugene B.

great as usual

1 · January 30
Bruno C.

I bought and printed the ticket at Eventbrite.co.uk but I still show as in the waiting list :/

0 · January 29
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- Elliot B.
  
  I don't think the two lists are connected, so it won't update automatically.
  
  0 · January 29
- Joanna G.
  
  Hi Bruno - you are guaranteed a place when you bought a ticket. As per the paid ticket suggestion, please RSVP "no" on this Meetup page - thanks!
  
  1 · January 29
- Joanna G.
  
  Bruno - don't worry! I've changed your RSVP for you this time. Thanks!
  
  1 · January 29
- Bruno C.
  
  Appreciate the attention. The event was great btw!
  
  1 · January 30
Senake A.

It was a great Meetup! Thanks everyone.

1 · January 29
An Owl The Size of a H.

I am so excited about this event tonight. Is there a dress code? I would like to wear a large hat.

4 · January 29
- Joanna G.
  
  Hats are most welcome, especially if they make a nod to the Hacks/Hackers theme. (Although we may request you choose a seat at the back of the room)
  
  1 · January 29
- Phil C.
  
  hats need to worn at a jaunty angle
  
  1 · January 29
Claire W.

I'm going to be late. It's snowing in Hampshire and I have literally just got to the station

1 · January 29
Haffeera Cader S.

One more space available. Sorry I can't make it I was really looking forward to tonight.

0 · January 29
Adaobi I.

I'm just changing my RSVP to NO. I don't think I'll be able to get away in time. So, one more space up for grabs

1 · January 29
Yee-Liu W.

Just changed my RSVP to NO - sorry unable to get there tonight.

0 · January 29
- An Owl The Size of a H.
  
  Sorry to hear that.
  
  0 · January 29
Charles B.

Hi, I'm an IT recruiter looking for developers. I see that the event is full but would there be a chance to meet some developers later who are looking for jobs in London?

0 · January 29
- Dave N.
  
  Hi Charles - I don't know what the policy is on using these comments to advertise/network, but you could just tell us what jobs you have to offer (ideally a link to the information online?) and then we can get in touch if we're interested.
  
  0 · January 29
Sue L.

So sorry, something's come up and I just can't make it tonight. Such a shame, was looking forward to catching up with everyone. I've changed my RSVP to free up the ticket.
Have fun everyone! And if anyone's going to IJF in Perugia, see you there x

0 · January 29
Dave G.

Can't make it after all, RSVP status changed!

0 · January 29
Santosh N.

Hi ...can't attend, just changed my rsvp, so some lucky soul can go for it :) In case any of you are looking for an accountant for your limited company, please give me a shout.

0 · January 29
Andrea H

Unfortunately I can't make it tomorrow but my colleague Rebecca Rutt will be coming along in my place :)

0 · January 28
- View all 6 replies
- Kris S.
  
  Hi Andrea. That's great for your colleague, but hard cheese I guess for anyone else on the wait list - which is quite substantial. Since you cannot make it (and Rebecca isn't even a member of this meetup), surely you should simply decline and allow someone else who has been patiently waiting to go instead.
  
  2 · January 28
- Katie M.
  
  Isn't there a registration list at the door (as usual)? I don't think she'll even be allowed in if she's not on the attendance list on this website. You should relinquish your place, like everybody else does if they cannot make it. Otherwise that spot will just go to waste.
  
  1 · January 28
- Joanna G.
  
  Hi Andrea, I'm afraid we do need people's actual names on the registration list in order for them to gain entry. Please do get your friend to join the group and they can then RSVP. Thanks!
  
  0 · January 28
- Dave N.
  
  I see there are lots of people without full names on here, but who have been given places. Please could they be booted off (for not following group instructions) to make room for those of us that have?
  
  0 · January 29
- Dave N.
  
  (at least 30 of the 200)
  
  0 · January 29
- Andrea H
  
  Hi all, absolutely, this is the first time I've joined a meet-up and didn't realise that was the case. Thanks for letting me know. I'll do that right now.
  
  1 · January 29
Stefano P.

Unfortunately I cannot make this time. :(
I freed up my place

0 · January 29
Sarah M.

If you are still on the wait list and want a 'queue-jumping' ticket, there's an option to pay £10. Here's the link (if the date says Weds then ignore that, it should be Thurs) https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hackshackers-january-meetup-tickets-15371429359

0 · January 28
Thomas M.

How do I know if I'm on the list or not after some people cancelled?

0 · January 28
- Sarah M.
  
  Hi Thomas, I've checked and you are still on the wait list. You'll get an email if people drop out and a space becomes available. Alternatively, we do have some paid-for tickets (£10) if you want guaranteed entry. Here's the link https://www.eventbrite... (ignore the date, it is for tomorrow (Thurs). Will look to change that
  
  0 · January 28
Chris F.

Unfortunately unable to make the revised date so freed up my spot.

0 · January 28
Markose

Sorry unfortunately can't make the changed day either. :(. I've freed up my spot.

0 · January 28
Zoe G.

unable to attend :,(

if there are any Java developers out there looking for a job - please give me a shout, I have many up my sleeve x

0 · January 27
Paul

Can't make it neither, one more spot. Cheers!

0 · January 27
Calum F.

So, much like a lot of others, I can't make the new date. I've freed up a spot for one lucky winner.

0 · January 27
Catherine N.

I can't make it either - have changed my RSVP. See you next time!

0 · January 27
Claire W.

Silly question: how do you get notified if you're on the wait list if you are successful in getting a place that's become free?

2 · January 22
- Dave N.
  
  You get an e-mail and it will show accordingly on the website and mobile apps.
  
  1 · January 27
Alastair R.

Can't make it with the date change either, have fun!

0 · January 26
- View all 3 replies
- Claire W.
  
  Pray tell, as there's nothing explaining it, I am new. How do I apply for your place? Claire
  
  0 · January 26
- Alastair R.
  
  I think, but I'm guessing, that each place that's given up goes to the the next on the waiting list. That would make the most sense. Best bet is to keep your eyes peeled and get your name down early!
  
  1 · January 26
- Joanna G.
  
  Alastair is correct. The system reallocated based on the next person on the waiting list.
  
  1 · January 26
Matt A.

Can't make it now and just changed my RSVP, so there's at least one ticket spare...

0 · January 26
- View all 3 replies
- Claire W.
  
  Can I have it please? How do I go about applying or are they allocated depending on where you are on the list? There's no guidance for mobile users; at least I haven't seen any.
  
  0 · January 26
- Matt A.
  
  Looks like it's gone, sorry!
  
  0 · January 26
- Peter M.
  
  Spaces on the waiting list are assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis. In other words, new spaces that open up are given to the people at the top of the list.
  
  0 · January 26
Ben H.

We arrange a data journalism hackathon end of February and will soon release all the details. Info will be posted on @datajshack. We likely only going to have space for a hundred ish people.

3 · January 20
- Abigail E.
  
  Hi Ben, could you let me know when you have a date so I can add this to the Journalism.co.uk hackathon calendar? https://www.journalism...
  
  0 · January 25
Eoin O D.

Hi everyone,

We’re a young start-up looking for an IOS and a PHP/Front end developer. The product being built will change the way that employees in specialist industries learn and interact with one another. We already have a prototype in the app store and have quite a lot of work done on the back end.

If you’d like to learn more or just help out on the project drop me a message here or at: [masked]

Thanks!
Eoin

0 · January 23
Claire W.

Can I come along please? I have just signed up recently and would like to see what it's all about because I don't currently fit in anywhere. I do a mixture of writing using information design and info development. I am also having to review and rewrite journalists' work.

2 · January 21
Steve M.

Another space free on the
wait list ...

2 · January 20
Anushka S.

I am now travelling to the the States, so have updated my RSVP so someone on the wait list can take my place. I am completely honoured to have been asked by NASA to attend the SMAP (soil moisture active passive) mission launch at the end of Jan. Basically it is mapping the level of moisture in soil across the planet. So providing lot's of data for flood defence, agriculture tech and much much more. I will be covering the event via social media from the airforce base in Lompoc CA. Please follow me on twitter @nushkino if you are space science/environmental/weather prediction intrigued. I am so utterly honoured to have been asked! Here is the link to more info: http://1.usa.gov/174FMgq

I am in LA a few days before and after, if you have any cool recommendations for cool stuff to do, please let me know.

Have a great one all! Hopefully see you at the Feb meetup!

1 · January 15
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- Eugene B.
  
  very interesting keep in touch
  
  1 · January 15
- An Owl The Size of a H.
  
  Are you bringing this mission to the meet up event
  
  0 · January 20
- Ben H.
  
  Shame, love to announce the data journalism and Viz Hackathon we arrange in February in London
  
  0 · January 20
An Owl The Size of a H.

This event is very soon. I am excited about this. Who else is excited?

1 · January 20
Stef

I'm hoping this will be a good event as usual. In the meantime I'm doing a bit of crowdfunding. If you're able to contribute it will be greatly appreciated (link below). If you can, please also feel free to share the link. Many thanks!

http://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/user/business/dashboard/diliogram-small-business-set-up-and-launch

0 · January 8
- An Owl The Size of a H.
  
  What is this
  
  0 · January 20
Carolina S.

I'd like to go, but can't make it on Wednesdays. Hope you do it another day sometimes.

0 · January 6
- An Owl The Size of a H.
  
  That is a shame.
  
  0 · January 20
Jared E.

http://thedailybanter.com/2015/01/they-cant-kill-everyone-here-are-the-charlie-hebdo-cartoons/ standing strong with our French colleagues

0 · January 8
Elizia V.

Looking forward to January!

0 · December 4
- An Owl The Size of a H.
  
  Me too!
  
  0 · January 2
Matt J.

Hi. Long shot but any .Net devs out there with experience/interest in online publishing? Drop me a message here if so. Thanks!

0 · December 18
- An Owl The Size of a H.
  
  What articles would you like to publish? I am an established expert in many owl-related items.
  
  1 · January 2
Paul C.

Hi, you all ! I'm facing a security problem at the moment. Maybe you can help. Some hacker is hacking my email accounts. How would you solve this problem ????
Cheers.
Paul

0 · December 16
Tony M.

I edit a mag/site on information security (hacking, cyber-espionage etc) and welcome news leads and expert comment.

0 · December 15
Abigail E.

I'm putting together a feature on journalism hackathons taking place in 2015 – does anyone have any to add to my list? It's an international list so not confined to the UK, and I'll be publishing it on Journalism.co.uk in the next day or two.

Abigail

0 · December 15
Andrea H

We're looking forward to it too :)

1 · December 2
- An Owl The Size of a H.
  
  Look forward to seeing you there!
  
  0 · December 2
An Owl The Size of a H.

Is this event accessible for all

1 · December 1
An Owl The Size of a H.

SO EXCITED.

2 · November 27