Ylab Maker Space at David Dunlap Observatory, Richmond Hill

 
 
 

MAKER SPACE OPEN HOUSE! IN PERSON!

FULL AMOUNT OF FEE (we'll even eat the Meetup fee) going to Doctors Without Borders in support of their work in the Ukraine.

18 YEARS AND UP - NOT FOR KIDS - AND WE REQUEST YOU WEAR A MASK.

Come out to our open house, and see what the maker space is all about.
We'll be running demos of our laser cutter, 3D printers, CNC, electronics, Arduino and more. And making useful things out of other old things.

You'll see some of the projects our members have been working on.

And you can see a lot more about what we do on our website at https://ylab.ca

If you haven't been to the David Dunlap Observatory, it's also a great opportunity to get inside the administration building and see what we've been doing in the historic workshops.

Why are we charging $5?

• We are limiting numbers. COVID is still a thing.
• Because of the limited numbers, we don't want no-shows. A token fee seems to fix that problem.
• To support a great cause - Doctors Without Borders.

Learn what a maker space is all about and join the fun!

 
 
 

A.I. North is In person! Note: this event cross-posted to A.I. North group.

We are hosted by the ylab maker space in their home at the historic David Dunlap Observatory in Richmond Hill.

The abstract for this meeting was generated by ChatGPT!
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Join us for an engaging discussion on the uses and pitfalls of ChatGPT, the cutting-edge language model developed by OpenAI.

During this meetup, we will explore the various ways in which ChatGPT can be used to improve communication and automate tasks. We will also discuss the potential pitfalls and ethical concerns surrounding the use of such advanced AI technology.

Our discussion will provide insights on the benefits of ChatGPT, including its ability to enhance language translation, generate creative content, and provide personalized customer support. We will delve into the limitations of the technology, such as its potential for bias and its inability to understand the nuances of human emotion and context.
Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and share their own experiences with ChatGPT, as well as engage in lively discussions with fellow participants.

Whether you are a technology enthusiast, a business owner, or simply curious about the future of AI, this meetup is sure to provide valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions.

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn more about ChatGPT and its impact on our world. Join us for an enlightening and inspiring evening of discussion and debate!
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7:30 Meet and greet your fellow AI enthusiasts.
7:45 “ChatGPT” – speaker: Lucian Mustatea
8:30 Q&A and Brainstorm upcoming sessions & suggestions.
9:00. Meeting end & further discussion

Coffee/water/soft drinks & light snacks provided

18 YEARS AND UP - NOT FOR KIDS - AND WE REQUEST YOU WEAR A MASK.

Why are we charging $5?

• We are limiting numbers. COVID is still a thing.
• Because of the limited numbers, we don't want no-shows. A token fee seems to fix that problem.
• Those cookies and beverages don't grow on trees!

 
 
 

Ylab's New Monthly Arduino Get-Together!

18 years and up - not for kids.

New to Arduino? Experienced but want to learn more? Want to jump in on a project?

Our monthly Arduino night features:

• A quick presentation topic - that you can ignore if you want - for the first 30 to 60 minutes (don't be late!)
• All kinds of Arduino accessories to try out and learn on
• Help and guidance if you are new to it and want to learn, or if you're hitting a problem on your own project.

This month's topic:

DEBUGGING ARDUINO CODE WITH ARDUINO ZERO BOARDS

We'll demonstrate:

• Basic debugging techniques on Arduino boards using the IDE
• Advance debugging using the additional hardware features of the Arduino Zero board and the new IDE 2.0

External debuggers are available for Arduino Uno and other boards... but they're more expensive than buying an Arduino Zero that will do it all for you!

BEGINNERS? NEW TO ARDUINO? COME ON IN!

Ylab has run a series of 3 introduction to Arduino classes. You can work through them on your own (free!) or come in to these Arduino nights for help and guidance.

It's all available here

You need to bring:

• Your own laptop, pre-loaded with the Arduino IDE software. Version 2.0.3 is now stable so you can use it or scroll down on the page to get[masked] for the earlier interface.
• USB cable to connect the Arduino to the laptop
• Arduino Uno board

If you do not have an Arduino board, we can provide one for $30 with the cable. Tax included.

NOTE: If you are visually impaired, we can provide a 19" monitor to attach to your laptop for the session. No additional charge!

18 YEARS AND UP - NOT FOR KIDS - AND WE REQUEST YOU WEAR A MASK.