✨ August Newsletter ✨ We're excited to bring you the latest updates, including a thrilling book launch, insightful blog posts, and tech conferences. Explore new initiatives in our community and stay informed about upcoming tech and digital events. What's in this month's issue? ⭐ The Enterprise Applications of the R Language Conference (EARL) brought to you by us, and the wonderful team at Datacove. ⭐ Join Mo Kanjilal and Allegra Chapman for the launch of their book, The Inclusion Journey. ⭐ Envitia’s latest blog on why high-quality data is key for AI success. ⭐ Success story following Maureen Imiegha’s journey from MSc Marketing at the University of Brighton to her role with us. ⭐ HyperionDev's graduate outcomes report showcasing its coding bootcamp success. ⭐ Coding Black Females back-to-school initiative supporting kids with school supplies. ⭐ Shoreham Allstars seeks marketers to support bands with marketing strategies. ⭐ Plus Accounting, Chartered Accountants - Journey to Exit event for business owners. ⭐ Platinum Media Group Ltd’s October Forum highlighting women in tech. ⭐ Pivotal Edge AI's webinar teaching you how to boost productivity with AI tools. Read the full issue here: https://lnkd.in/eySe3bEi
Silicon Brighton
Technology, Information and Internet
Brighton, England 4,241 followers
Supporting digital growth in the South East
About us
Welcome to Silicon Brighton! We’re a community-led initiative supporting digital growth in the South East. We really believe in Brighton, its people, and its potential. Working hand-in-hand with the local tech community, we provide individuals with free opportunities for networking, training, up-skilling and development, helping them to take their careers and businesses forward. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community passionate about all things tech... Silicon Brighton is free to join and will help you to connect, learn and grow amongst peers. We’ve got industry expertise, training, work leads, curated news and kudos, so sign up today.
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External link for Silicon Brighton
- Industry
- Technology, Information and Internet
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Brighton, England
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2019
- Specialties
- networking, upskilling, technology, emerging technology, cloud, workshops, start-ups, tech, knowledge share, community, learning, brighton, marketing, product design, data science, kotlin, JavaScript, Java, PHP, Agile, Golang, python, entrepreneurship, scale-ups, diversity, inclusion, culture, and r programming
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4th Floor
Brighton, England BN1 3FD, GB
Employees at Silicon Brighton
Updates
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🚀 Exciting news! SB Leaders is back on Thursday, 19th September 🙌 Don't miss this chance to hear from top leaders like Bud Johnston, Kat Mitchell, Will Ogden, and Neil Witten as they share their inspiring career journeys. Plus, Sam Thomas will be leading the discussion 🧡 Join us at Plus X Innovation for a wonderful evening of networking and learning. Get in touch with Grace Prior to secure your spot! ✨
SB Leaders will be back on Thursday 19th September 🚀 I know you're all knee deep in summer (sort of) holidays but the Silicon Brighton quarterly event that I hope is now a staple in your calendars is back next month 🙌 We have a stellar panel of leaders lined up, ready to talk about their career journeys, twists and turns along the way, challenges and learnings 🤓 We'll be welcoming people at the top of, and behind, some of Brighton's biggest success stories to the stage... Bud Johnston MCIM - Founder of BOXLESS LTD, Black Anti-Racism Community Organisation and Men of Melanin Kat Mitchell - CRO of MPB Will Ogden - CTO of TrustedHousesitters Neil Witten - Co-Founder of StoryStream They'll be interviewed by Sam Thomas - known and loved by pretty much everyone in Brighton, I think 🤗 He'll be putting his podcast hat on quiz these amazing people 🧢 Big thanks to the amazing team at Plus X Innovation who are venue sponsors for the night 🙏 From me, Steve Rackley, Charlie Hula and Maureen Imiegha - we can't wait to see you again 💙
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Interested in how diverse backgrounds can lead to success in tech? Check out Ekaterina McNeill’s inspiring journey from studying psychology and working hospitality, to finding her path as a Data Engineer 🤓 In our latest blog post, Kat shares how she navigated her career-switch and the key lessons she learned along the way ✨ 🔗 Read the full blog on our website: https://lnkd.in/egmBdswE
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Catch up on the latest from WordUp Brighton on our YouTube channel! 📺 In our recent session, we welcomed Tommy Ferry (Technical Delivery Lead at Wholegrain Digital), who shared strategies and best practices for developing environmentally friendly websites, offering his expert advice on digital sustainability. Don't miss out on the next WordUp Brighton session happening on 3rd September - sign up via the link in the comments 👇 https://lnkd.in/eGGujyiA
Digital Sustainability 101 - How to Start Greening the Web | WordUp Brighton
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New YouTube Upload 🎉 We had the privilege of hosting Gina Peter Banyard, a PHP Core Developer from the PHP Foundation, for an in-depth discussion on PHP's type system. Types are central to PHP’s evolution and play a crucial role in the longevity of its projects. Who better to learn from than someone deeply involved in their implementation? 😉 Catch the full video on our channel if you missed this insightful session! https://lnkd.in/dypEPEyy Yannick Chenot
PHP's Type System Dissected | PHP Sussex
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✨ Speaker Spotlight ✨ Our latest blog post explores the inspiring story of Cal N., whose path to becoming a software engineer is anything but ordinary. Cal shares insights into design thinking, problem-solving, and the passion that fuels innovation. He also acknowledges key figures who have significantly influenced his career, including Dom Mason, Julie Mason, Dan Wallman, and Nick Kuh, Pete G, among others. Curious to learn more about Cal's journey? Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/egKNwXbG
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Check out our latest video on YouTube 📺✨ Chetan Padia (Software Engineer at Clockwork Dog) takes us on an exciting journey of transforming COGS, an immersive theatre and escape room control system, from a single-user desktop app to a powerful web-based, multi-user collaborative platform. In this session, Chetan explains how the COGS user base works. He also addresses key questions about the system's performance, and the need for real-time collaboration. Watch the full session here: https://lnkd.in/eiRXc9-E
Real Time Collaboration for COGS with Redux | Async
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What’s on this week in the digital & tech community? 🗒️ 🌏 People Planet Pint: Brighton & Hove (Thurs 15th, The Stoneham @ 6pm) Come along to connect with others interested in sustainability, B-Corp and environmental space in a casual environment. This meetup is happening for the first time in a new location 🤩 👨💻JavaScript Brighton: Pub Social (Thurs 15th, The Walrus @ 8pm) Join us to discuss any and / or all aspects of the JavaScript world! There’ll be a JavaScript Brighton sign on the tables for easy identification. ⭐ Digital Brighton-Hove: Digital Inclusion in Brighton & Hove Network Meeting (Tues 13th, Jubilee Library @ 2pm) ⭐ CREATIVE PROCESS DIGITAL LTD: Digital Accelerator (Until Fri 16th, online) Free digital skills diploma that will equip you with an essential toolkit of digital and creative skills. Check out all of these events, get tickets and upload your own local digital & tech events via the link in the comments below 👇
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🌈 What an incredible day at the Pride Parade! We were thrilled to march alongside such a vibrant and diverse community that truly reflects the values we stand for in our work every day. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and made the day unforgettable 🙌 This experience inspires us to keep championing diversity and inclusion in everything we do. Let’s keep the spirit of Pride alive all year round! 🏳️🌈✨
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New Brighton Cloud session live on our YouTube channel 🥳 Whether you're new to cloud computing, a mid-level expert, or a seasoned pro, check out the latest Cloud and Learn Coffee Tables. Find learning resources, LinkedIn optimisation tips, mentoring intros, and more. We also welcomed Brighton Fringe Artist, El Viaje, who uses storytelling, song, and physical theatre to share her remarkable and heartbreaking journey from Cuba to Puerto Rico to North America. Watch the full session here: https://lnkd.in/ergnSPcz
Cloud and Learn Coffee Tables | Brighton Cloud
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