Canberra Girls' Programming Network

The Canberra branch of GPN Australia

Announcing the next Canberra Girls' Programming Network workshop

There has never been a more exciting time to be a female learning about technology!

The Canberra Girls’ Programming Network is a community for female students to learn about computer programming and technology through hands-on workshops. It gives girls exposure to female role models across academia, government and industry.

Our next workshop will be held on August 21st!

Please register now by going to the registration page and returning your completed forms to su-en.williams@defence.gov.au, courtney.ross@defence.gov.au and ASD.DISH@defence.gov.au.

What

The workshop topic is Cryptology!

The art of protecting secrets started thousands of years ago from the early Egyptians. Cryptology is one of those ancient sciences that has endured to modern day communications. This workshop will centre on the famous Caesar Cipher named for its creator Julius Caesar. Join us to be code-breakers for a day!

Where

St Clare’s College Canberra, 1 McMillan Crescent, Griffith ACT 2603

When

  • Sunday, August 21st
  • Please arrive by 9:45am for registration
  • Workshop begins at 10am
  • Parents and teachers invited at 3:30pm
  • Conclude by 4pm

Who

Female students from years 4 to 12.

What do I need to know

No need to have coded before! But the workshop is also suitable for students who are ready for more programming challenge.

How

You’ll need to register to attend. Please fill out the application form and photo permission form here and return to su-en.williams@defence.gov.au, courtney.ross@defence.gov.au and ASD.DISH@defence.gov.au.

You will receive information and confirmation via email prior to the workshop day.

Have questions you would like a Canberra GPN tutor to answer? Send us an email at canberragpn@gmail.com.