Our very first event at RubyConf 2013 in Miami Beach: A free one-day workshop where participants will plunge into Ruby on Rails and create a real web application.
Check out the Rails Girls South Florida website.
You learn designing, prototyping and coding with help from our coaches.
You need your own laptop, curiosity and a sprinkle of imagination!
Want to help? Drop us a line!
9:00am – 10:00am |
Installation party and RegistrationBring your laptop if you can, so we can install Ruby on Rails for you. |
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10:00am – 10:30am |
WelcomeWe'll tell you more about Rails Girls and we'll let you know the schedule for the day. |
10:30am – 12:30pm |
Introduction to RubyPractice coding with tryruby.org. |
App design workshopYour application will start to take form. |
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Coaches give lightning talks |
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Getting started with Ruby on RailsKickstart your first web application on Rails. |
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12:30pm – 1:15pm |
Lunch |
2:00pm – 7:00pm |
Coaches give more lightning talksAlso: A word from our sponsors. |
Application workshopExtend your application. |
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7:00pm – late |
AfterpartyHang out with all the participants! |
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Application Deadline: September 27, 2013
Acceptances Confirmed: October 4, 2013
Location:
Loews Miami Beach Hotel
1601 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Want to help? We're looking for partners & sponsors for our non-profit event. Email us!
How much does the workshop cost? Nothing, it's free. You just need to be excited!
Who is this aimed at? Women of any age with basic knowledge of working with a computer. We’ve had people of all ages taking part. Please bring your laptop.
I know how to program - How can I help? We’re also looking for people to be coaches. We’ll meet before the event to walk you through the curriculum. Email us