June: Modem firmware and Linux programming

https://www.plug.org.nz/2026/05/june-modem-firmware-and-linux-programming/

## Date

7pm, Wednesday, 10 June 2026

## Topic 1/2: Linux on the Go: The only cellular modem with (nearly) open firmware

Speaker: Camden Bruce
The second talk in Camden’s “Linux on the go series”. This talk is centered on cellular modems and how they work on Linux. The demo modem is a Quectel EG25-G which is the only modem with (nearly) open firmware. This is a rare case, as it is not legal to have access to the firmware of the modem; it opens up the possibility of malicious hijinks…

## Topic 2/2: Why it’s still a good time to get into programming and Linux

Speaker: Tim-Hinnerk Heuer
Tim will talk to us about the impact of AI and the current job market on future roles in IT, and why learning programming and Linux is still a good idea despite that.

## Venue

Milson Community Centre

## Cost

$2 gold coin donation
Coffee and biscuits will be provided, but please feel free to bring along your own snacks and drinks.

## Agenda

• 7:00pm: Welcome (Tom Ryder)
• 7:10pm: Topic 1/2: Linux on the Go: The only cellular modem with (nearly) open firmware (Camden Bruce)
• 7:55pm: Tea and coffee break
• 8:05pm: General business (Tom Ryder)
• 8:10pm: Topic 2/2: Why it’s still a good time to get into programming and Linux (Tim-Hinnerk Heuer)
• 9:00pm: Doors close