Welcome to Game Jam Next - an exhilarating event hosted by ShiftKey Labs in partnership with Dalhousie University and IGNITE Atlantic, designed to ignite the creativity of students in grades 7 through 12 in Nova Scotia! 🎮 What is Game Jam Next? Game Jam Next is a thrilling platform that introduces budding game designers and developers
Welcome to Game Jam Next – an exhilarating event hosted by ShiftKey Labs in partnership with Dalhousie University and IGNITE Atlantic, designed to ignite the creativity of students in grades 7 through 12 in Nova Scotia! 🎮 What is Game Jam Next? Game Jam Next is a thrilling platform that introduces budding game designers and developers to the captivating world of game creation. Whether you’re passionate about crafting physical board games or diving into computer game development, this event is your chance to unleash your creativity and build your very own game from scratch! 📅 Event Details: Date: Saturday, January 25th, 2025 Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Location: IGNITE Southern, 208 Main Street, Yarmouth, N.S., B5A 1C7 🚀 Event Highlights: Throughout the day, you’ll immerse yourself in a world of game development and fun-filled activities. Get ready to: Work on your game project Engage in entertaining activities Learn from industry experts and mentors Stand a chance to win exciting prizes! 🎨 Physical Game Creation Supplies Available: For those interested in crafting physical board games, fret not! We’ve got you covered. We will have a variety of supplies and materials available at the venue, ensuring you have everything you need to bring your unique board game vision […]
IGNITE is thrilled to host Game Jam NEXT once again, January 25, at both IGNITE locations! In partnership with ShiftKey Labs and Dalhousie, this event is designed to ignite the creativity of students in grades 7 through 12 in Nova Scotia! Join thousands of students worldwide who all have one goal: make a really cool game! 👾🎮🕹️
NSCC's largest college-wide Information Technology career event is here! Students will find a wide variety of professional development, industry networking and career opportunities, while industry will meet some of the best upcoming talent. The IT Job Fair is open to industry recruiters, presenters and NSCC students and alumni to discover amazing opportunities and network with potential future employers, professional associations and programs. Information for industry The IT Job Fair is an in-person event with limited virtual sessions for all NSCC IT students across the province. Whether you are hiring today or will in the future, our students want to know more about your organization and potential careers. Connect with our talented students and alumni from across NSCC campuses all on the same day. Students from the following programs have been invited to attend: Business Intelligence and Analytics Cyber Security Full Stack Application Development IT Data Analytics IT Database Administration IT Generalist IT Programming IT Programming for Artificial Intelligence (AI) IT Programming for Internet of Things (IoT) IT Systems Management and Security IT Web Programming Advantages for industry Connect with a large pool of potential candidates, including current students, soon-to-be graduates and alumni who are all job ready on day one. […]
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Excited to share that we're launching a new certification program in SQL in January! Led by Vishwa Patel, this program offers you the chance to learn the basics of SQL and get hands-on experience. This free certification program is offered through ShiftKey Academy Up, generously supported by Cognizant.
In this hands-on 1-hour session, we’ll explore the main design guidelines to ensure a good user experience for your digital product. You’ll learn practical strategies to identify and address common usability issues. This session will equip you with the knowledge to create a user-friendly experience. 3 Key takeaways: Understand the Guidelines: Learn how foundational design principles can help identify and resolve common usability issues in digital products. Actionable Strategies: Discover an easy-to-apply checklist to improve user experience for digital products. Gain Confidence: See real-world examples of this evaluation method being used and feel confident to apply the technique immediately. Meet your presenter.. Simon Landry, Ph.D., is a seasoned researcher with over a decade of experience in startups, academia, and healthcare. Specializing in translating advanced research into practical applications, Simon is currently a lead UX researcher at a legal tech company applying AI to solve complex problems. Passionate about simplifying complex ideas, he believes that with the right support, anyone can learn anything. Simon is driven by curiosity and a desire to create impactful, human-centered products that bridge the gap between research and real life.
Showcase your innovation that can shape rural Nova Scotia's tourism industry at our regional pitch competition!
It's a question that inspired the name 20/20 Digital—and one with no simple answer. Join Jamie Gerrard, founder of 20/20 Digital, as he shares what it takes to improve people's interactions with digital products and services. With 24 years of experience in digital product strategy and design, Jamie reveals why UX success goes far beyond quick fixes or flashy design updates—it's about understanding how organizations work from the inside out. Drawing on real-world projects, Jamie will examine the three critical elements every successful UX initiative needs, explain why "it depends" is often the most thoughtful answer and share practical strategies for building digital experiences that stand the test of time. Whether you're a product leader, designer, or simply curious about creating better digital products and services, this talk offers candid insights and actionable takeaways to help you strengthen your UX approach. AGENDA 7:00 PM Doors open, networking time 7:15 PM Introductions from Nata and Ruby 7:20 PM "Can you fix our UX" with Jamie Gerrard 7:50 PM Q&A 8:15 PM Networking and wrap-up 8:30 PM Doors close
Details 7:00: Video call opens 7:10: Topic - TBA Instructions and password to enter will be emailed to you on the day of. See you there!
This training will be of interest to leaders and employers who are ready to take action and make their workplaces more accessible. Even if you already have a well-formed inclusion strategy, this course will give you tips to make it more robust, and you’ll also get the low-down on the relevant accessibility legislation. During this skill builder we will: Identify the core components of an accessibility and inclusion strategy. Determine who should be involved in building your strategy — and how to get them on board. Define an Accessibility Audit and Action Plan and explain how it can help your organization meet its legal and human rights obligations Identify and practice the pieces of an Accessibility Audit and Action Plan
Join us on January 30th at 6:30 PM at Volta for our first meet-up of 2025 and network with cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts! This month, join Leo Lees as he delves into The Danger of Free Wi-Fi, featuring phishing firmware using the ESP32. 💡 Why You Should Attend: ✅ Connect with like-minded cybersecurity professionals ✅ Stay ahead of the curve with the latest trends ✅ Share insights and knowledge in a relaxed, no-pressure environment No sponsors. No sales pitches. Just good conversations and valuable connections! 🤝 ✨Agenda: 📌6:30 PM - Doors Open, Networking 📌 6:55 PM - Welcome & Introductions 📌7:00 PM - Leo's Talk 🎙 📌 7:30 PM - Q&A 🧐 📌8:00 PM - More Networking 📌 8:30 PM - Event Wrap-Up Special thanks to Volta for hosting us in their awesome venue! 🙏 We are looking forward to seeing familiar faces and meeting new ones!⚠️ 📸 Reminder: Photos will be taken during the event. If you RSVP but can't make it, please let us know. 🔥 Get your ticket now and start the year with meaningful connections and great insights.
