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== Shoutouts==   
== Shoutouts==   
* '''Kevin Price - for setting up the air filter indicator!'''
* '''Danielle, Charles and Kevin Filspart for hosting events'''
* '''Everyone for being here'''
* '''Everyone for being here'''
=== A little Trivia ===
'''No using google'''


'''Tonight's Questions'''
*What is the only king in a deck of cards without a mustache?
*How did Alexander the Great solve the puzzle of the Gordion knot?
*What was the first toy to be advertised on television?
*Ken Thompson and Dennis Ritchie co-created which operating system?


== Announcements ==
== Announcements ==
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'''Note: This program is funded completely through donations and NOT through our membership dues.'''
'''Note: This program is funded completely through donations and NOT through our membership dues.'''
== We have 2 Makers this month! ==
== We have 2 Makers this month! ==




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==''' Upcoming Events '''==
==''' Upcoming Events '''==
==Build a NEC-v20 based retro computer ==
* It's capable of running CPM 2/3 (in virtual 8080 mode), CPM-86, and MS-DOS 2.11.
* Workshop lasts as long as it takes to build it, step by step. Basic through hole soldering skills recommended. I have three already built, so if you totally botch it you won't * * leave empty handed.
* V20-MBC: a V20 (8088 + 8080) CPU homebrew computer | Hackaday.io
* Cost is $80, and includes a kit for the v20mbc in the minimum 512kb configuration, and everything needed to use it - including SD card, sd breakout board, and cp2102 based UART.
* Note about MS-DOS - this will not run all software for the IBM PC, it is not PC compatible. Compilers work great though.
* Only four seats available - reply or contact me privately to arrange to attend.
* I also have the hard to source component (the CMOS version of the nec-v20) and the board available if you'd like to purchase one and source the rest of the components yourself, for $12.


== Workshop: Embroidery Machine Madness! ==
== Workshop: Embroidery Machine Madness! ==
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* Instructor: Danielle Blank'''
* Instructor: Danielle Blank'''


== Workshop: Sketchup for 3D Printing ==
'''When'''
* Sat, February 25 2pm – 4pm
'''Where'''
* LVL1 Hackerspace, The Pointe, 1205 E Washington St Suite LL100, Louisville, KY 40206, USA (map)
'''Description'''
* Learn to design functional parts starting from zero knowledge by designing a 3D printable toy racecar in about 90 minutes.
* BONUS: If there's enough interest after the class, will also go over Cura and prepping files for 3D printing.
'''REQUIREMENTS'''
# Bring a laptop with a mouse.
# Sign up for a sketchup account at: https://app.sketchup.com > Create Trimble ID
# MUST REGISTER on Eventbrite to attend (link TBD)
* Instructor: Nate Armentrout


=='''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''==
=='''Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!'''==
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'''See the Hosting Guide on our website: http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/'''
'''See the Hosting Guide on our website: http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/'''
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''
'''Need help or materials for a project?'''
* It's capable of running CPM 2/3 (in virtual 8080 mode), CPM-86, and MS-DOS 2.11.
*
* Workshop lasts as long as it takes to build it, step by step. Basic through hole soldering skills recommended. I have three already built, so if you totally botch it you won't leave empty handed.
*
* V20-MBC: a V20 (8088 + 8080) CPU homebrew computer | Hackaday.io
*
* Cost is $80, and includes a kit for the v20mbc in the minimum 512kb configuration, and everything needed to use it - including SD card, sd breakout board, and cp2102 based UART.
*
* Note about MS-DOS - this will not run all software for the IBM PC, it is not PC compatible. Compilers work great though.
*
* Only four seats available - reply or contact me privately to arrange to attend.
*
* I also have the hard to source component (the CMOS version of the nec-v20) and the board available if you'd like to purchase one and source the rest of the components yourself, for $12.
*


=<big> Regular Weekly Meetups </big>=
=<big> Regular Weekly Meetups </big>=
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   Director's Meeting and it is open to the public!
   Director's Meeting and it is open to the public!
   9:00 pm, in the classroom and on zoom     
   9:00 pm, in the classroom and on zoom     
   The next one is Feb. 21st 2023 This is the Annual Meeting!!!!
   The next one is Feb. 21st 2023  


'''Wednesday'''
'''Wednesday'''

Latest revision as of 20:34, 7 February 2023

Welcome

Welcome to LVL1!


Shoutouts

  • Danielle, Charles and Kevin Filspart for hosting events
  • Everyone for being here

A little Trivia

No using google

Tonight's Questions

  • What is the only king in a deck of cards without a mustache?
  • How did Alexander the Great solve the puzzle of the Gordion knot?
  • What was the first toy to be advertised on television?
  • Ken Thompson and Dennis Ritchie co-created which operating system?

Announcements

  • T-Shirts are on sale after the meeting!!!! see Tiffany

The Tim VanSant Makership LVL1's Makership Program

Note: This program is funded completely through donations and NOT through our membership dues.

We have 2 Makers this month!

  • We currently have enough funds to offer a Makership. Please submit an application to become a member of LVL1! See our treasurer, make a donation.
  • Members: please talk up the Makership to potential new members. Makerships are a good way to interest minorities and women in LVL1. Emphasize the experience and the opportunity. Getting a project done is less important.
  • Makership Application Deadline is the last day of each month @ 11:59 PM.
  • Submit your project for a chance to win 3 months of LVL1 membership and a $100 reimbursement toward your project expenses.
  • Apply at www.lvl1.org/makership. Also, send any questions about how to submit a successful application to www.lvl1.org/makership. We want to award a Makership!
  • If your application is not approved, PLEASE revise and resubmit next month.
  • If you would like to donate ($5/mo) to this worthy cause, see one of the directors and we can set you up!


Broken/Equipment Report

Email Say Something to Someone Broken@lvl1.org

Please make sure that you review the instructions and manual and ask for the training prior to using the equipment.

    • If something is broken or needs to be replaced, please send an email to broken@lvl1.org.
    • Please supply as much information as possible; links to websites or items are GREATLY appreciated. Consumables can be time-consuming to find; broken is not a mind reader!
    • If your project doesn't fit on your shelf, please take it offsite. The boneyard is not your own personal storage shed.


Member's Responsibilities

    • Member hosts are responsible for the space and non-member guests
    • Please make sure guests sign the waiver
    • Member hosts are empowered to ask visitors who do not conduct themselves according to LVL1's policies and community standards to leave.
    • Always leave equipment at least as safe as you found it
    • Do not leave equipment running unattended
    • More details on the Members' List
    • Questions? Please contact a board member


Everybody's Responsibilities

    • If you see something say something
    • If you see something that is wrong, say something! Handle the situation in a calm orderly way.
    • If something is broken, email Broken@lvl1.org
    • Please respect other people's knowledge and expertise.
    • Always leave equipment at least as safe as you found it
    • Do not leave equipment running unattended
    • Do not block access to storage or exits


First Time Visitor Info

'Are there any 1st time Visitors? There will be a tour at the end of the Meeting -- Please sign the waiver of liability

    • Hacker-centric! We Are a Makerspace, Hacking and Making is expected..."
    • Prime Directive Be Excellent to Each other
    • We recommended following CDC guidelines about health and safety
    • Minors must be attended by Parent/Guardian!


LVL1 Means of Communication

    • Our website / calendar is www.lvl1.org
    • Meeting Minutes, equipment information, and projects on our wiki: wiki.lvl1.org
    • Sign up for our Google Group discussion list https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/lvl1
    • Google Hangout https://hangouts.google.com/group/KrvEvKVKapRzznlh2
    • Facebook, Twitter, Meetup
    • learn@lvl1.org - Want to learn something new, get some equipment training, or host a workshop? Want to help facilitate any of these things?
    • broken@lvl1.org - Something broken? Does something need to be restocked?
    • upgrades@lvl1.org - ideas for space upgrades? Send them here! or just do it!
    • directors@lvl1.org - Need to contact those who are ostensibly "in charge"?

Culture of Cleanliness

  • Please clean up your mess and keep the space usable for your fellow hackers!!!
  • Please do not take the furniture outside!
  • Get a FREE Clorox Wipe! Clean all the surfaces!
  • We have an Amazon Smile account. PLEASE USE! Shop at smile.amazon.com and tell them we are your favorite non-profit! LVL1 gets .05% back from each purchase at no extra cost to you!

Upcoming Events

Workshop: Embroidery Machine Madness!

* When

  • Sat, February 11 1pm – 4pm
  • Where - LVL1 Hackerspace, The Pointe, 1205 E Washington St Suite LL100, Louisville, KY 40206, USA (map)

Description

  • Create a custom-embroidered blanket & learn how to use an embroidery machine for your own creative projects!
  • MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND*
  • https://embmachine.eventbrite.com
  • Instructor: Danielle Blank

Workshop: Sketchup for 3D Printing

When

  • Sat, February 25 2pm – 4pm

Where

  • LVL1 Hackerspace, The Pointe, 1205 E Washington St Suite LL100, Louisville, KY 40206, USA (map)

Description

  • Learn to design functional parts starting from zero knowledge by designing a 3D printable toy racecar in about 90 minutes.
  • BONUS: If there's enough interest after the class, will also go over Cura and prepping files for 3D printing.

REQUIREMENTS

  1. Bring a laptop with a mouse.
  2. Sign up for a sketchup account at: https://app.sketchup.com > Create Trimble ID
  3. MUST REGISTER on Eventbrite to attend (link TBD)
  • Instructor: Nate Armentrout

Want to host an event? We'll make it happen!

See the Hosting Guide on our website: http://www.lvl1.org/hosting-guide/ Need help or materials for a project?

Regular Weekly Meetups

Monday

  • If you would like to host a regular meetup, see one of the directors and we can get you set up!

TUESDAY

  • Annual Meeting
  • LVL1 Open Meeting

The 3rd Tuesday of every month is the -Directors Meeting - 

 Director's Meeting and it is open to the public!
 9:00 pm, in the classroom and on zoom    
 The next one is Feb. 21st 2023

Wednesday

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

  • Irregular Movie and Open Build Night - this is happening in the space. C'mon in and be safe. The best night to be in the space to meet folks and learn something.

WATCHA MAKING?

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