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In the latest post by Mark Richards, he explains why Podman offers a good alternative to Docker Desktop, if for whatever reason Docker is not available to you. He lays out the pros and cons of Podman, and takes you step by step through the process of migrating over to it.
Next week, join us for the return of Tech Brekkie Edinburgh! UX Designer Alexander Ternar will share his insights on 'Designing for Cognitive Accessibility'. The way our brains process and interpret information stands at the heart of how we design experiences, but we often rely on platitudes. In this talk, Alex will give a brief overview of the ways in which we leverage cognitive psychology principles in design and how we can design better products by understanding cognitive accessibility. As ever, we will be providing a delicious free breakfast. We look forward to seeing you there! 🗓️ Thu 3 March 🕗 8am–9am
At Scott Logic during LGBT+ History Month 🌈, we’re drawing inspiration from LGBT+ pioneers in our industry. Today, we celebrate Edith "Edie" Windsor (1929–2017), who was a technology manager at IBM and an American LGBT rights activist. In 1968, she attained the title designating the highest level technical position at IBM, Senior Systems Programmer. When Edie's wife died in 2009, she inherited her estate but was prevented from taking advantage of the marital tax deduction available to heterosexual couples. She sued the US federal government and was the lead plaintiff in the 2013 Supreme Court case 'United States v. Windsor', considered a landmark legal victory for the same-sex marriage movement in the USA. The Obama administration and federal agencies extended rights, privileges and benefits to married same-sex couples because of the decision. You can find out more about Edie Windsor here https://ediewindsor.com/ #LGBTHistoryMonth #LGBTQIA #WomenInTech #MarriageEquality
Did you miss our webinar for LGBT History Month 🌈, guest speaker Sacha Coward's talk 'Space Invaders: Queer representations in video games throughout history'? No problem, the full webinar is now on YouTube to watch at a time that suits you!
On 8 March, celebrate International Women’s Day with a distinguished panel of IT leaders discussing this year’s theme: ‘Break the Bias’. Scott Logic’s Chief Talent Officer, Myra Cooke, will be in discussion with: Boohoo Group PLC's CIO, Jo Graham; Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)'s Deputy Director and Head of Integration, Jacqui Leggetter; and NatWest Group's Head of Technology for Short Term Borrowing, Mei Clark. They will discuss the importance of representation at board level and how we can encourage more women into leadership positions; how to remove bias from our recruitment and promotion processes; the importance of D&I initiatives and educating our workforce about unconscious bias; and finally, the importance of starting this conversation at a much younger age, to inspire the next generation. 🗓️ Tue 8 March 🕦 11:30–12:30
At Scott Logic during LGBT+ History Month 🌈, we’re drawing inspiration from LGBT+ pioneers in our industry. Today, we celebrate Lynn Conway, an American computer scientist, electrical engineer, inventor and transgender activist. Her work in complex microchip design and fabrication paved the way for the modern microchips found in almost all high-technology systems, including computers, mobile phones and the internet. This pioneering work was done in what Conway calls ‘stealth-mode’ after she completed her gender transition in 1968. Since coming out in 1998, she has worked to protect and expand the rights of transgender people, and maintains a well-known website that provides medical resources and emotional advice.
The world is now dependent on the digital sector – a sector that emits 3.8% of the total Green House Gas emissions of the planet. In this post, Harry Goode explores a number of ways in which technology contributes to climate change, and ponders how it might also contribute towards solutions.
Tomorrow morning, join us for ‘Space Invaders: Queer representations in video games throughout history’—part of our celebrations of LGBT+ History Month 🌈 at Scott Logic. Guest speaker Sacha Coward will explore the full history of the representation of LGBTQ+ people, from the very dawn of video games all the way to today. 🗓️ Wed 16 Feb 🕥 10:30–11:30
We're delighted to be hosting Bristol Girl Geek Dinners on Thurs 24 February. Scott Logic's Laura Warren has developed the concept of a Problem Solving Toolkit which enables her to apply experiences outside of technical roles to the challenges she’s encountered as a Developer. As Laura relaunches herself as a Business Analyst on an upcoming assignment, she’ll share at the event how this approach has enabled her to forge a non-traditional career path. 🗓️ Thursday 24 February 🕡 18:30–21:00 📍 Bristol BS1
Techie Brekkie Edinburgh is back! Join us on Thursday 3 March at our Edinburgh office for a talk by UX Designer Alexander Ternar on 'Designing for Cognitive Accessibility'. The way our brains process and interpret information stands at the heart of how we design experiences, but we often rely on platitudes. In this talk, Alex will give a brief overview of the ways in which we leverage cognitive psychology principles in design and how we can design better products by understanding cognitive accessibility. As ever, we will be providing a delicious free breakfast. We look forward to seeing you there!
