
What we’re about
Southend Techmeet aims to bring together everyone who is interested in technology or keen to learn by meeting similar minded people.
Who should join ?
Anyone who is passionate about technology both old and new is welcome.
Why should I join ?
To meet and learn from experts in technology. Learn from other experts experience.
Grow your network by meeting interesting people in and around Southend.
If you are an expert in any tech related field, you will have an opportunity to present your ideas or lead the group into discussion .
Currently we're meeting in Southend monthly at The Board Game Hut on the third Thursday evening of the month, Chelmsford monthly at Patch (with talks) and Basildon on the third Sunday of the month at Orletto Lounge for a social meetup.
Online meetings are Mondays 7.30pm-9pm.
Latest details on https://www.southendtech.co.uk/
We look forward to meeting you.
Upcoming events
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Basildon Tech Meetup
Orleto Lounge, 2 East Square, Basildon, GBJoin us on the 3rd Sunday of the month in Basildon Town Centre for a monthly social meetup for those interested in all things tech.
Over 18s only.
We'll be upstairs at Orleto Lounge in the middle of the town centre - next to the new cinema.
Food and drink is available:
https://thelounges.co.uk/orleto/
Tech Nation cited Basildon as one of the top locations in the UK for e-commerce investment locations.
Check out our hackathon and the other events at Basildon Creative Tech Festival 2024 here:
https://creativetechfest.co.uk/hackathon-projects
https://creativetechfest.co.uk/tech-meet-talks-networking
https://creativetechfest.co.uk/basildon-tech-meetup
We also meet monthly in Southend and Chelmsford to work on projects with occasional talks and networking.
(See our events on Meetup and https://www.southendtech.co.uk for further details.)
We look forward to seeing you.1 attendee
Southend Tech Meetup
The Board Game Hut, 10-12 Clarence Street, Southend-on-Sea, GBAre you interested in building hardware and software projects ?
Want to build projects alongside other makers, organisations and companies ?
Want to learn various technologies ? Or just chat with others.
Join us at The Board Game Hut on the third Thursday of the month.
Southend Tech Monthly Meetup at The Board Game Hut is a meetup for those who work in tech related industries, enthusiasts and those interested in all things tech. Over 18s only.
We will cover topics such as computer software, website design, cloud and internet technologies, hardware, Raspberry Pi, and much more.
The agenda is open to you. If you have any ideas for talks or demos, we’re especially keen to hear from you.
Entrance £6 per person payable to the shop on entry.
Food/drink available: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0585/3505/1298/files/TBGH-Menu-6-5-23-5a.pdf
Please bring laptop / tablet / charger / hardware eg. Microbit to use, if you wish
We also meet monthly for Basildon Tech Meetup and other events such as Basildon Creative Tech Festival. (See other listings on Meetup and https://www.southendtech.co.uk/)
Check out our hackathon and the other events at Basildon Creative Tech Festival 2024 here:
https://creativetechfest.co.uk/2024-events
There will also be another festival in February 2025.1 attendee
Basildon Tech Meetup
Orleto Lounge, 2 East Square, Basildon, GBJoin us on the 3rd Sunday of the month in Basildon Town Centre for a monthly social meetup for those interested in all things tech.
Over 18s only.
We'll be upstairs at Orleto Lounge in the middle of the town centre - next to the new cinema.
Food and drink is available:
https://thelounges.co.uk/orleto/
Tech Nation cited Basildon as one of the top locations in the UK for e-commerce investment locations.
Check out our hackathon and the other events at Basildon Creative Tech Festival 2024 here:
https://creativetechfest.co.uk/hackathon-projects
https://creativetechfest.co.uk/tech-meet-talks-networking
https://creativetechfest.co.uk/basildon-tech-meetup
We also meet monthly in Southend and Chelmsford to work on projects with occasional talks and networking.
(See our events on Meetup and https://www.southendtech.co.uk for further details.)
We look forward to seeing you.1 attendee
•OnlineVolunteering and Mentoring in Tech / STEM
OnlineAre you interested in volunteering to help inspire young people, college/uni students, 18-30s with tech learning / career related activities and mentoring ?
We have a variety of different activities looking for volunteers in the fields of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) across Essex.
Single, ad hoc, regular or project based to suit your availability and commitment.
No previous experience necessary.
Find out:
How you can help
Free training, PLI insurance and DBS checks
Local tech networks
Learning resources
Get involved with project based work
Meet with other mentors
We are just starting up but do have some current activities needing help:
* 18-30s mentoring informally happening at our monthly Southend, Chelmsford, Basildon and online meetups.
* College aged work experience, tutor day at your workplace, and career talks
* We are looking for people to volunteer at the Chelmsford Science Festival Family Science Days in October and other events during that week to help show children how to code and design games using prepared worksheets. Scratch, Python, Unity, VR.
Click here to join the online meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89610275444?pwd=ShKs69UyUkIbpe1Qv9SeE7QkgopXib.1
(Open from 7.30pm as part of our weekly online meetings)
If you are unable to make the meetup but would like to discuss further, please feel free to contact us.3 attendees
Past events
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