Nairobi 7th March 2020

You learn designing, prototyping and coding with the help from our coaches.

You need your own laptop, curiosity and a sprinkle of imagination!

Want to help? We are looking for volunteers and Rails coaches. Email us.

Saturday 7th March

8:00 - 9:00	Arrival and Registration Help with installations
9:00 - 10:00	Welcome Notes Introductions Outline of the day Tea
10:00 - 10:30	Word from sponsors
10:30 - 10:50	Lightning talk - Introduction to Ruby
11:00 - 1:00	WORKSHOP Jumpstart your first web application
13:00 - 14:30	Workshop Extend your application.
14:30- 15:00	Break-Out Session
15:00 - 15:30	Recap of what we’ve learned and how it all fits together.
15:30 - 16:00	Lightning talks from coaches
16:00 - 16:15	Project Presentation & Awards
16:15 - 16:30	Vote of Thanks / Group Photo

FAQ

How much does the workshop cost? Nothing, it's free! You just need to be excited!

Who is this aimed for? Women of any age with basic knowledge of working with a computer. We’ve had people of all ages taking part. Most of the speeches are given in english, but small group work is done in swahili. Please bring your laptop.

Can men attend? Yes, but you need to be accompanied by an interested lady. Also, girls are given a priority.

I know how to program - How can I help? We’re also looking for people to be coaches. We’ll have a two-three hour workshop before the event to walk you through the curriculum. Email us

Information

Applications are now closed
Location: Riara University

Partners

Rails Girls Nairobi is co-organized with our awesome partners.

Want to help? We're looking for partners & sponsors for the non-profit event! Email us!

Twiga links farmers and vendors to fair, trusted, modern markets. Providing a complete supply chain in Kenya for quality produce in urban areas.

Riara University provides holistic education to enable student realize their full potential and develop social and moral values which will underpin their actions through life.