Computers & IT
Twitter 101
What is Twitter, and how can you use it effectively to connect with your friends, colleagues, and - for business owners - potential customers? Go from being a novice to a power user by taking this two-hour class from Jay Gabler, associate editor of the Daily Planet, who was voted #1 best tweeter of 2011 by the readers of Vita.mn.
Tuition for this class is $10, but scholarships are available upon request. Register at TheDatabank.com:
https://www.thedatabank.com/dpg/262/donate.asp?formid=TCM-Event&c=8435870
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Introduction to iMovie
In these two hours, instructor Ben McGinley will go over the very basics of Apple's iMovie program. We will learn the iMovie interface and its accompanying tools. You will learn how to use these tools to import footage, add cool titles and transitions, and choose accompanying music of your choice from your iTunes library. By the end of the class, you will have an understanding of basic media management and editing that will give you confidence when editing your own movies. The fee for this class is $10, but scholarships are granted on request. Register at thedatabank.com:
https://www.thedatabank.com/dpg/262/donate.asp?formid=TCM-Event&c=3431292
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Programming & Design
Enrollment is now active. Feel free to email / tweet / +1 / blog or repost this url so we can get some more signups.
No location has been set but we have options. Before class is officially nailed down to dates I would like to have a meet up with all interested students where we can talk about locations and ideas about what people are looking for in this class.
This is an experimental course designed to cover all aspects of web design and development in one program. The goal is to be project orientated and quickly move from basics into advanced topics like programming and interface design.
The goal is to have classes every other Saturday (dates not finalized) for three hours. Then two to three hours of "take home" work. This course should be about six hours a week.
It is important to have students that understand how to use a computer (how to get pictures off their camera, how to “google” things, how to check their bank statements online, how to install software) but you do not need to have any formal training to take this class. We will be starting at the bottom.
Making websites (from scratch)
-- This class is now pretty much closed because we're far enough that it would be difficult to jump in. If you still want to join, give me a call 609-462-2535. --
These days everyone can publish content online using blogging or content management software and services such as Blogger, Wordpress or Drupal. However I'm not too interested in teaching about using software or services that are always subject to change. My goal is to empower you to understand how websites work, and to put core concepts into practice.
This course will cover (or uncover) how to make a website from the ground up!
There will be three main components:
1) Overview of how websites (and the internet) work
2) Designing your own site using photoshop
3) Coding the site using xhtml, css, and javascript
I realize that things can change, and if we want to follow a different direction that's OK with me.
No experience required for this course. If you are scared of photoshop or words like xhtml, but have always wanted to know how to design and code a website, this course is for you! Even if you have some experience, you might still learn something.
Computers will be provided. Just bring yourself!
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Finding Your Audience Online
So you're online: you have a blog, or a website. Now how do you find your audience? Whether you're looking for like-minded souls to read your writing or share recipe tips or whether you're looking to spread the reach of your organization with a more robust online presence, this class will give you valuable tips and tools to help you find your audience. Topics include:
• How can you use social media to best effect?
• Content: how much is too much?
• How much should you be "yourself" and how much should you give people what you think they want?
The class is sponsored by the Twin Cities Media Alliance, a nonprofit organization advocating media literacy and community connections.
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PyStar - Programming Workshop for Women and their friends
cf: http://pystar-mpls-1.eventbrite.com .
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Computación
En estos talleres les ayudaré a trabajar con sus computadoras que puedan traer, utilizando el sistema Windows XP, Vista o Windows 7, o los del salón de computación
Empezamos a solucionar, tener idea de lo que se les dificulta & ver los mejores medios y recursos. Mientras, haremos actividades con muestras para avanzar en las metas decididas por las participantes.
Componer la configuración inalámbrica,
Prevenir que los niños dañan a la computadora. Encontramos juegos educativos para ellos.
Manejar bien el correo electrónico,
Cambiar del inglés al español.
Poder chatear con familiares/amigos por redes sociales y video web.
Mantener seguros los datos y su información,
Muestra de copiar, guardar y sincronizar (sync).
Programas de Office lo más práctico.
O lo que ustéd desee.
Los jueves a las 7:30 - 8:45 PM
31 de marzo 7, 14, 21, y 28 de Abril 12 de mayo
Por supuesto, problemas complicados requieren más tiempo aparte de la clase. No hay costo ninguno asociado con la ayuda en ésta clase.
Los costos & la compra de hardware, si la computadora requiere reparación, será responsabilidad del participante.
Les recomiendo asistir a los talleres Ubuntu Linux
con Robert en FREE GEEK!!!
Busca la descripción de su clase de EXCO!
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Data Security Now! or, What Your Data is Doing Behind Your Back and What You Can Do About It
This four-part workshop series will cover a number of topics in computer security to help people, particularly activists and organizers, use computers and the internet more safely. These workshops will be collaborative efforts that build off the interests and knowledge of everyone in attendance. In the spirit of free software, we'll all work together to decide which topics we want to explore and how much focus we want to give to each one.
The tentative plan for the workshops is as follows:
Session 1 will cover an introduction to computer security topics, debunk common myths, and review some simple options for browsing the internet more safely and anonymously, at home and on the road.
Session 2 will focus on ways to protect yourself against hackers, including such topics as different ways you can be attacked, creating strong passwords, protecting against phishing and Trojans, and using anti-virus software.
Session 3 will focus on protecting yourself against state surveillance and searches, including such topics as how to encrypt your email and personal data, trends in law enforcement attacks on activists' personal and political data. and different ways internet activity can be tracked, hacked, and controlled by the government (and what to do about it).
Session 4 will focus on protecting yourself from yourself, including such topics as setting up encrypted backups for your data and securely erasing data and disposing of old computers more safely.
The workshops will shamelessly plug the benefits of Linux-based operating systems (e.g., Ubuntu, Debian) but will provide information on Windows and Mac systems as well. Folks with knowledge to share about good security practices on any platform(s) are especially welcomed to attend, but no previous computer expertise is required to benefit from this workshop. All are welcome.
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Basic Computer Skills
This computer class is part of Baker Mondays, a weekly community night at Baker Community Center on the West Side, St. Paul. There is a free community dinner at 5:15pm.
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Introducción a Ubuntu Linux
Ofrecido a través de Free Geek Twin Cities,
Anticipo 3 reuniones. Fecha y hora serán confirmadas despues de consultar los interesados. Se puede atender todos o una sola.
Este taller se ofrece un ambiente para mostrar lo que Ubuntu Linux puede hacer a través de demostraciones y prácticas. El objetivo es responder a estas preguntas
1. Qué es Ubuntu Linux y en qué se diferencia de un PC con Windows o un Mac?
2. Qué son las ventajas y los usos frente a las desventajas y limitacions?
3. Ubuntu funcionará en mi ordenador?
4. Puedo probarlo sin necesidad de instalarlo?
5. Qué implica la instalación?
Aunque el énfasis es el español, acomodaré a todo aquel que quiera aprender.
Offered through Free Geek Twin Cities,
I plan for three sessions, date and time determined after consultation with class members. Participants may come to one or all.
This workshop will provide an environment to show what Ubuntu Linux can do through demonstrations and hands on experience. The purpose is to answer these questions:
- What is Ubuntu Linux and how it is different from Windows PC and Mac's?
- What are the advantages and Uses versus limitations and restrictions
- Will Ubuntu work on my computer?
- Can I try it without installing?
- What does installation involve?
Although the emphasis is Spanish, I will try to accommodate anyone who wants to learn.
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Computacion
Ayudar a los estudiantes a entender la internet, ayudar a resolver problemas comunes, actualizaciones, instalacion de softwares, etc.
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Create a Free WordPress Website for your Business or Organization
Learn how to develop a free website for your small business or community organization using WordPress. Secrets of the City's Matt Bartel explains how to set up a site, how to navigate the settings so that the site represents your business, and tips on how to generate traffic. Please bring a picture of your business or an image or logo representing your business on a flash drive. Free, but donations to Twin Cities Media Alliance cheerfully accepted.
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Trade School Day (Internet Version) July 25, 10am-8pm
On July 25, 2010, from 10am - 8pm an experimental storefront will offer a space for hosting internet technology classes for community organizers.
To sign up, you should visit the storefront during the week before, or send an email to chachasikes@gmail.com (keeping this a little low key due to limited resources.)
Specifically, we want to bring something like Trade School to Minneapolis (http://ourgoods.org) - something which EXCO is already doing! :) -- we are offering this space as a way to try this out in a storefront setting so we can learn from it for a bigger event down the road.
Here is the best place to look for more information: http://garden.localbiology/internet-variety-store
That isn't all that's going on: INTERNET VARIETY STORE
A variety store featuring artisan, open source internet products.
The Internet is making a special appearance in Minneapolis this summer. Come experience the Internet through events, classes & interactive installations. At night, we will transform the space to the city's hottest evening open source community coder lounge.
JULY 20- 26, 2010
* Weekdays: There will be open-to-the-public puppet movie making/'how to teach programming' activity between 2-4pm each day (limited to 15 people due to space)
* Weeknights, there will be a community coder lounge for awesome coder folks who build tools for communities. Bring your computer.
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Advanced Drupal Workshop: CSS, Photoshop, and Drupal development on the EXCO web site
Do you have intermediate or advanced Drupal, CSS, or Photoshop skills? Want to help redesign and build the next generation of the EXCO web site? We will meet in person once or twice a month on an ongoing basis to make this happen, with remote contribution encouraged. A time and location will be set when we gain a critical membership for this workshop.
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Social Media Best Practices
Does your organization or group have a Facebook page or Twitter feed and you're not quite sure what to do with it? In this class, the Twin Cities Daily Planet Community Engagement Coordinator Ann Alquist demystifies social media and provides practical steps to move ahead with your social media communications plan.
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Bits and Bites -- Programming First Steps
Do you think that programmers are born with keyboards in their hands? Programmers are made, not born -- you too can code with the best of them. If you're interested in breaking down the barriers and mystique around programming, join us! Learn to code in a chill, non-judgmental environment.
Your facilitators, Gregg and Amanda, come from non-traditional programming backgrounds, and used to be N00bs. We have no patience for alpha geeks, macho baloney, and geek superiority.
Our big project is a web application that allows you to play a "Choose Your Own Adventure" that you write yourself! (example: http://cyoa.lind-beil.net/).
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