What is Code’s Cool?

What was once the premier hands on Node.js meetup is now open to all cool technologies.

NodeSchool is an open source project run by volunteers with two goals: to create high quality programming curriculum and to host community learning events. NodeSchool meets across the globe at local meetups called chapters. You’ll learn about various node and javascript concepts, tools, and libraries via hands on excercises called workshoppers. The Core workshoppers will ramp you up if you have no prior experience and teach you a thing or two if you do. From there, you’ll be able to jump into any of the growing list of Elective workshoppers and go deep into specific topics.

Bring your laptop!

Workshops are hands on which means you’ll need to bring a laptop or similar.

What if I’m…

a) new to Node, javascript, etc.?

Newcombers are welcome! The organizers and your fellow NodeSchoolers will happily assist you every step of the way. Besides, NodeSchool is a great place to get started! And there will be other newbies there if you (collectively) decide to come. We’re all newbs anyway :)

b) an expert with Node?

First, re-read the paragraph above. Recall the days you were getting started and what they were like. Imagine what it would have been like if your current, experienced self humbly tutored your newb self. How would your tutelage have made your newb self feel? How do you feel?

Now take a moment to reflect on the last sentance that generalizes we are all newbs. List all the things you have learned that make up your experience. Congratulate yourself for putting in the effort that has lead to your success today. Imagine helping someone else take their first step toward success. List all the things you have yet to learn. Let the length of that list sink in. Think of what you can learn by teaching others. You should come, we’re all newbs.

I’m in!

The Dallas chapter meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm (most of the time). Each event will have a featured workshopper, but feel free to attend and work on any workshopper that interests you. Take a gander at the upcoming events below to find out when and where the next one will be. Please RSVP on meetup if you plan on attending. See you there! (Bring your laptop!)