… It's for hackers exploring technologies to filter and visualize information, and for journalists who use technology to find and tell stories. In the age of information overload, all their work has become even more crucial. This group aims to help members find inspiration and think in new directions, bringing together potential collaborators for projects and new ventures. Please also check out our site at http://hackshackers.com, along with our question-and-answer site at http://help.hackshacke …

Join other users and developers of Open Source Content Management Systems for breakfast on the first Friday of every month to: Meet users and developers of the most popular Open Source CMS (including Joomla! and WordPress) in an informal and friendly setting Connect and expand your network Get help and support from other Joomla! and WordPress developers in Scotland Share tips and tricks on the main CMS platforms and related web technologies. Monthly meetups run from 8.30am to 10am in the Bisqu …

Amazon has a saying “Work Hard.  Have Fun.  Make History.”  Hackathons encapsulate this ethos; a 24 hour opportunity to get together with other hackers and see how much you can really achieve when you push it to the max. A collective of hackers riding the edge of sleep deprivation and a whole lot of caffeine can create some truly spectacular results.   Ever been tempted to see what you can achieve if you push the envelope?   Please note, membership is currently limited to students at the Univers …

This group is for those working in, or interested in learning more about, the field of Information Security. Topics for discussion cover the entire security lifecycle from business risk to technology countermeasures. The purpose of the group is to build a connected community of professionals in Scotland and to provide a space where they can discuss real-world security issues, present their current challenges and get the support they need to improve security in general.