Welcome Startup Weekend Bohol Alumni
We're co-organizing another Startup Weekend Bohol this year and we're excited to welcome participants from last year in this newsletter! We know that many of our Startup Weekend alumni graduate to become active contributors to the local community and we're sincerely grateful for it. With the next event happening this August 23 to 25, 2024 we're looking forward to seeing you rock the stage once more! 🤘
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Upcoming Events
PechaKucha Night Tagbilaran #11: Motion Through The Lens (Videography)
Saturday, July 6, 4PM: This event is not just a celebration of the art form, but also an opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts, exchange ideas, and foster a vibrant videography community in Bohol. Share your passion, network with like-minded individuals, and ignite your creativity to new heights. This is a FREE event.
SWBohol '24 Pre-Event: Figma for Prototyping
Saturday, July 13, 2PM: In preparation for Startup Weekend, we are collaborating with LVL99 Studios to do a prototyping workshop for creatives wanting to dive into the UI/UX space and to equip them to assist their team by creating functional and usable interfaces for their technology solutions. This is a FREE event. Stay tuned to our Facebook page for more updates.
Introdction to Typescript and ReactJS
Saturday, July 27, 2PM: This workshop aims to introduce the basics of Typescript to participants and to show how this technology works together with ReactJS in creating beautiful, scalable, and flexible applications. This is a FREE event and BEGINNER-FRIENDLY. Stay tuned to our Facebook page for more updates.
Regional Opportunities
UX Design Career Talk
[CEBU CITY] In the ever-evolving field of User Experience(UX) Design, staying updated with industry insights is crucial. Hear from Sherry Regner, a Team Lead at Accenture, Darliza Dar Juan from Meta, and Dem Regner who will offer practical tips for kickstarting your UX career. Register here for the event happening on July 6.
Spotlight
Boholano-made Transportation App
Pedi App makes getting around town a breeze! With just a few taps, you can summon a ride, track it in real-time, and pay hassle-free—all from your phone. They're not just about convenience; they're about empowering both riders and local tricycle drivers. Their smart tech matches you with the closest available ride fast, and a secure payment system means no more digging for cash. They're all about making your journey smoother and simpler.