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Jump into Augmented Reality – Whitespace

15 October 202120 January 2022 rachel

In this video, you’ll find out all about Augmented Reality (AR) from the experts at Whitespace. You’ll also learn how to create your own AR Snapchat filters! Continue reading Jump into Augmented Reality – Whitespace

Parents, Past Events, Students, Teachers

What’s it really like to study tech at uni?

15 October 20217 August 2022 rachel

Ever thought about studying tech at uni? Now’s your chance to ask questions of three students already studying computing, software engineering and ethical hacking.

LIVE: 21 October at 1pm Continue reading What’s it really like to study tech at uni?

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Tech Careers - Women in Computing and IT

Tech Careers – Women in Computing and IT

14 October 202120 January 2022 matt

Check out this brilliant video from Dumfries and Galloway College, featuring: Mike Jefferson
(Commercial Director, ECO), Heather Anderson (Vice-Principal, Curriculum, Borders College), Joanna Campbell (Principal, Dumfries and Galloway College), and Jane Morrison-Ross (CEO, South of Scotland Enterprise). Continue reading Tech Careers – Women in Computing and IT

Apprentices, Students, Teachers

The Wonderful World of IT

12 October 202120 January 2022 rachel

In this video from Head Resourcing, Rachel Ricketts discusses the wonderful world of IT, where she highlights the various options open to individuals to enter the world of IT, including college courses, university, apprenticeships. The vast array of roles within … Continue reading The Wonderful World of IT

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Cyber Security Inspiration

12 October 202120 January 2022 rachel

Find out all about cyber attacks in this video from the School of Computing at Robert Gordon University! Continue reading Cyber Security Inspiration

Students, Teachers
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Automated Testing

10 October 202120 January 2022 rachel

By GU Switch – Glasgow University Learn about automated testing with Lucia Cangarova of Glasgow University. In this short video, Lucy will introduce you to Cypress, a framework for testing. Continue reading Automated Testing

Apprentices, Graduates, Students, Teachers
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Imposter Syndrome

7 October 202120 January 2022 rachel

Have you ever felt as though you’re a bit of a fraud – as though you achieved what you did through luck, not merit? This is imposter syndrome. It’s not just you. Even the most successful women have admitted to … Continue reading Imposter Syndrome

Past Events, Students, Teachers
Building Confidence in Girls

Building Confidence in Students

5 October 20217 August 2022 rachel

Discover the importance of reaching your goals. In the session we will discuss how to build your confidence in order to pursue a career in STEM.

LIVE: 20 October at 2.30pm Continue reading Building Confidence in Students

Graduates, Past Events, Students, Teachers

There is No Wrong Path to Technology

4 October 20217 August 2022 rachel

Discover how two women changed their career path. Hear their journey as they talk you through their steps to change.

LIVE: 19 October at 4pm Continue reading There is No Wrong Path to Technology

Past Events
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Ada Scotland Festival Launch Event

26 September 20217 August 2022 rachel

Ada Scotland Festival launches 11 October at 3pm. Jamie Hepburn to open the festival, followed by Liz Dighton of Boroughmuir High School.

LIVE: 11 October 2021 at 3pm Continue reading Ada Scotland Festival Launch Event

Past Events, Students
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Tech Women Talk Opportunities

18 September 20217 August 2022 rachel

Join our panel of inspirational young women who together will share their unexpected journeys into the world of tech.

LIVE: 20 October at 5pm Continue reading Tech Women Talk Opportunities

Past Events, Students

My Story – Mahum Khan (Women in Games Ambassador)

14 September 20217 August 2022 rachel

Career journey, highs and lows, and what she’s learned along the way. There will be an opportunity for questions at the end.

LIVE: 14 October at 2-3pm. Continue reading My Story – Mahum Khan (Women in Games Ambassador)

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STEM Career Focus – Head Resourcing

13 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Layla Abdulrahman from Head Resourcing shares her insights on things to think about and how to make informed decisions now. If you’re not sure what options there are in the world of tech, Layla helps unpick the detail behind some … Continue reading STEM Career Focus – Head Resourcing

Apprentices, Graduates, Students

University of Dundee

13 October 202011 October 2021 matt

New for 2021! University of Dundee students and researchers share how they use computers in their work, and what they’re excited to see computers do next Staff and students from the University of Dundee talk about their female role models … Continue reading University of Dundee

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Video – Glasgow Women in Computing Science

9 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Hear from three inspiring women from the University of Glasgow’s School of Computing Science! Continue reading Video – Glasgow Women in Computing Science

Past Events

Talk from Theresa McComisky, Distinguished Engineer at Barclays

9 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Hear from the inspirational Theresa McComisky, Head of Open Source Adoption and Distinguished Engineer at Barclays.

LIVE: 10:00 Wednesday 14 October Continue reading Talk from Theresa McComisky, Distinguished Engineer at Barclays

Past Events

Why you (and your children) should know about the world of technology

8 October 20206 August 2021 matt

In this presentation you will find out about the fantastic opportunities that exist in the world of technology and how knowing about technology can open up a rewarding career.

LIVE: 17:00 Thursday 15 October 2020 Continue reading Why you (and your children) should know about the world of technology

Past Events

NatWest Women In Technology

8 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Join members of the NatWest Women in Tech network, as we discuss our various pathways into working in technology and the exciting career and development opportunities that are available when working for one of the largest financial services groups.

LIVE: 14:00-15:00 Thursday 15 October 2020 Continue reading NatWest Women In Technology

Past Events

Building Confidence in Girls – Baroness Goudie & Melissa Di Donato

8 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Learn about the importance of female confidence in this live Q&A, brought to you by Inner Wings in collaboration with Ada Scotland Festival.

LIVE: 14:30 – 15:00 Wednesday 14 October 2020 Continue reading Building Confidence in Girls – Baroness Goudie & Melissa Di Donato

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Ada Lovelace Festival Scottish Government Workshop

2 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Women who work in Digital, Data and Technology professions across Scottish Government discuss their career pathways and what they love about their jobs! Here are some of the outputs from the workshop… Continue reading Ada Lovelace Festival Scottish Government Workshop

Past Events

Talk and Q&A with Helen Sandison, an engineer from CENSIS

1 October 20206 August 2021 matt

LIVE: 16:00 Tuesday 20 October 2020 Continue reading Talk and Q&A with Helen Sandison, an engineer from CENSIS

Past Events

Q&A with Barclays’ Software Engineering Graduate Apprentices

29 September 20206 August 2021 matt

Join Kathleen West and Laura Nixon from Barclays to hear about their experience of working for one of the world’s most recognisable financial institutions while studying for a Software Engineering degree with the University of Glasgow.

LIVE: 16:00-17:00 Tuesday 13 October 2020 Continue reading Q&A with Barclays’ Software Engineering Graduate Apprentices

Past Events

QuantumBlack Career Session

26 September 20206 August 2021 matt

An hour session introducing a Software Engineer, a Front End Engineer, a Data Engineer and a Data Scientist from QuantumBlack in a series of 4 short talks.

LIVE: 13:00-14:00 Wednesday 14 October 2020 Continue reading QuantumBlack Career Session

Past Events
Ethical hacking

Abertay University & Abertay Ethical Hacking Society

25 September 20206 August 2021 matt

Dr Natalie Coull, Head of Division of Cybersecurity and Sarah Cunningham, 4th year Ethical Hacking student and President of the Abertay Ethical Hacking Society will discuss their paths through education and work experience.

LIVE: 10:00 Friday 16 October 2020 Continue reading Abertay University & Abertay Ethical Hacking Society

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Ask the Expert: Monica Richardson

24 September 202020 January 2022 matt

The inspirational Monica Richardson will answer your questions. Are you wondering what it’s like studying Computing Science at Uni or work in industry? Continue reading Ask the Expert: Monica Richardson

Past Events
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CodeBase LevelUp: Digital Skills 4 Girls

24 September 20206 August 2021 matt

Two LevelUp Digital Skills 4 Girls workshops to increase learning in programming concepts, develop computer skills and hear from women working in the world of tech about how they got started.

LIVE: 17:00-18:00 Tuesday 13 October 2020 Continue reading CodeBase LevelUp: Digital Skills 4 Girls

Past Events

Ada Festival Launch

9 September 202026 September 2022 matt

Recording of our launch event on 13 October 2020, featuring a welcome from Richard Lochhead, Minister for Further Education, Higher Education and Science, and a keynote from dressCode founder, Toni Scullion. Continue reading Ada Festival Launch

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