Study Groups at Open Science Labs #
About Our Study Groups #
At Open Science Labs, we encourage the formation of study groups to create a collaborative environment where members can learn and share knowledge on various topics. Whether you're looking to improve your problem-solving skills or dive into new technological realms, our study groups offer a place to grow alongside peers under the guidance of experienced moderators.
Current Study Groups #
Advent of Code #
Currently, sponsored by LiteRev, we host a study group focused on enhancing problem-solving skills through the Advent of Code challenges. This initiative provides an engaging way to tackle interesting programming problems and improve your coding proficiency.
- Level: Advanced
- Discord Channel: stdy-advent-of-code
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Frequency: Weekly meetings
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Date: Every Wednesday at 12:00PM (GMT-4)
- Video Call Link: https://meet.google.com/tve-rtvp-tqa
Python 101 Challenges #
For those just stepping into the world of Python, we're excited to announce the upcoming "Python 101 Challenges" study group. This beginner-level group is designed to help you tackle fundamental Python problems, making it an ideal starting point for those new to coding.
- Level: Beginner
- Planned Start Date: Week of February 10, 2025
- Frequency: Weekly meetings
- Initial Challenge Source: 101 Computing Python Challenges (subject to confirmation)
- More Details: To be announced
Stay tuned for additional information including the exact meeting times, the official challenge list, and the dedicated Discord channel. Whether you're looking to understand Python basics or get a taste of real-world programming, this study group will provide the guidance and community support you need to kickstart your coding journey.
Join a Study Group #
Interested in joining one of our active study groups? Connect with us on Discord, click on "Browse Channels", and select the study-groups category to see all available groups.
Start Your Own Study Group #
If you're interested in starting a new study group, we would love to support you! Please send an email to team@opensciencelabs.org with the following information:
- Moderator Details: Name, email, and Discord username.
- Group Name: What will your study group be called?
- Description: What will your group focus on?
- Target Audience: Who should join your group?
- Language: Which language(s) will your group operate in?
- Schedule: Date, time, timezone, duration, and frequency of meetings.
- Video Call Link: Where will your meetings take place? (e.g., Google Meet, Zoom, or a dedicated Discord video call room).
- Google Calendar Link: (Optional) If you have a public Google Calendar, include a link for easy scheduling.
For assistance setting up a video call room on Discord or any other inquiries, don't hesitate to reach out to us!