[Engineer Friendly City Fukuoka] “Engineer Cafe” where you can also rent out Apple Vision Pro, which is not yet released in Japan, for free.
Lab” started!
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Press release: May 15, 2024
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“Engineer Cafe Lab” has started, where you can rent out Apple Vision Pro, which is not yet released in Japan, for free!
*Engineer Cafe, a group that develops everything from silly things to things that surprise the world
Lab” has started recruiting members for 2024. Participation is free and there are plenty of member benefits that engineers will be excited about! ! *
* Would you like to develop something “stupid” or “something that will surprise the world”? *
* Engineer Café will do its best to support developers who want to freely take on the challenge of development by lending the latest gadgets and through the engineering community. *
* ■What is Engineer Cafe Lab?*
Engineer Cafe
Lab is a membership-based development community from an engineer cafe that was launched in 2021 with the philosophy of “Let’s try it!” The public and private sectors will work together to support those who want to take on new challenges and grow as engineers!
This year’s Engineer Cafe
At the Lab, we focus on the actual output, and let’s work together to create the things we want to create, both software and hardware. * ■We are planning the following activities! *
If you want to develop on your own, you can do it on your own, but if you want to develop with friends or in a field you have no experience with, please join us for something that interests you!
* ◆Let’s prototype a service with generation AI! *
Learn how to use various generative AI APIs, create and present an interesting service!
* ◆XR development support*
Even if you’re not sure what you want to develop, you can proceed with development with content that will help you improve your skills as an engineer.
* ◆Development that leads from task automation to DX*
Let’s develop BAT files, PowerShell, etc. that are useful to know and can save time and make work more efficient!
* ◆DeepLearning Cafe Lab*
Starting with a simple introduction to Python, we will learn typical deep learning techniques by hands-on.
* ◆Let’s create a Scratch plugin with WebAssembly! *
Would you like to learn about WebAssembly, one of the most popular technologies, together and aim to be one step ahead in using WebAssembly?
* ■Apple Vision Pro trial session and Engineer Cafe Lab information session held*
To commemorate the launch of “Engineer Cafe Lab 2024”, we will hold an information session and a trial session for Apple Vision Pro! At the demonstration/trial event for Apple Vision Pro, which is not yet released in Japan, we plan to have people actually wear it. We also have workshops using community managers and engineer skill trees! Click here for details * ◆Event Overview*
Date and time: May 24, 2024 (Friday) 19:00-
Location: Engineer Cafe (1-15-30 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka)
Participation fee: Free
* ◆How to participate*
Please apply from the connpass event page.
-Sign up here-
https://engineercafe.connpass.com/event/318165/
*Due to great popularity, seats are already full and we are
considering increasing the number of seats. Please apply as a substitute or check the event page from time to time.
* ■Introducing the Engineer Cafe Lab advisor*
Engineer Cafe Lab’s community managers and hacker supporters support the development of Engineer Cafe Lab members.
AI, XR, app development, blockchain, rocket… We have many engineers with a wide variety of knowledge and experience in both hardware and software, so please take advantage of them.
Through development, you can also consult about your future career and it is a chance for you to grow.
* ■Voices from past participants*
(High school junior)
I was nervous when I attended the first face-to-face meeting, but there were lots of fun projects such as puzzle-solving games, and I had a great time! My goal was to enter the Fab3D contest, but since I am a lab member, the staff gave me their full support, and I was able to successfully submit my work and receive an encouragement award! “My First Compost” Fab3D Contest 2021
https://fabble.cc/isse-teruhi/xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxfabxdxxxxx2021 (University freshmen)
I joined the program because the PC I had borrowed from university had low specs, and I was attracted by the benefits such as being able to borrow a PC. The environment was great, with great support from the Engineer Cafe members! I was able to go to a conference called iOSDC through the special privilege system, which is given to motivated participants!
[Report] We participated in iOSDC Japan 2022!!
https://engineercafe.jp/ja/topics/5009
* ■Recommended for these people! *
At Engineer Cafe Lab, we are serious about development and learning, but anyone can feel free to participate just like a club activity!
・I want to develop my own products while discussing with many people. ・I am developing/want to develop an app or web service.
・I want to aim even higher in competitions such as Robocon.
・I want a friend who can learn programming together through friendly competition.
・I want to start my own business in the future with a product I created ・I want to make a prototype using electronic work
・I have no experience, but I want to study and become an engineer.
We welcome those who have already made something themselves, those who want to try making something, and those who can experience making things through programming and electronic work!
* ■Member benefits*
We have prepared some member benefits that have been very popular with past participants. For more information, please see the Engineer Cafe Lab member recruitment page.
Detailed member benefits
* ◆Hack any gadget you are interested in! *
-Equipment examples-
Apple Vision Pro, TEELO EDU mini drone, MacBook Air, M5Stack GRAY, Meta Quest 2, LEGO Classic, TOIO development playmat, and many more
* ◆Invitation to tech events!?Super special treatment system (*conditions apply)*
-Example of special benefits-
・Payment of transportation expenses to engineer cafe
・Purchase books and gadgets
・Rental of PCs, etc.
・Right to participate in events within and outside the prefecture ・Burden of subscription costs such as API
*Special benefits will be considered based on what the individual wants to do and their current situation.
* ◆Priority slot for participation in limited events with special guests and meetups where everyone can easily gather and have fun* * ◆Holding hackathons and presentations*
* ◆Lab member original goods and free food and drink tickets to the cafe! * *As the purpose of free lending of equipment, etc. is to support engineers, depending on the case, it may be difficult to lend out equipment after confirming the initial course or development purpose. Thank you for your understanding.
* ■Information regarding membership application*
[Activity period]
Approximately 6 months from around June
[Number of people recruiting]
Approximately 30 people
Student quota: Approximately 15 people
Working adults (young to mid-career): Approximately 15 people [Recruitment period]
May 10, 2024 – May 31, 2024
*Additional recruitment has not been decided yet. We will notify you if this is implemented.
[Preliminary briefing session]
https://engineercafe.connpass.com/event/318165/
[How to apply]
You can apply from the official website.
Please check the details on the page below and apply!
https://engineercafe.jp/ja/topics/9152
Details and application *You can apply until May 31st. After that, recruitment will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached.
*Additional questions and interviews may be conducted.
*If there are a large number of applicants, selection will be conducted based on the answers provided on the application form at the time of application.
[About application qualifications]
Only those who meet all of the items below can apply.
・Engineers ・Those who aim to become engineers (those with a liberal arts background and those with no experience are also OK)
・People who agree with the purpose of this project
・Those who can actively participate in laboratory activities such as presentations
・Those who can work sincerely towards achieving goals
・Those who can abide by the code of conduct, etc.
There are no restrictions on where you live. Please feel free to submit a new application!
* ■Frequently Asked Questions*
Q: Are the activity hours fixed?
A: We do not have fixed activity times such as ◯ o’clock to ◯ o’clock every day. We will provide opportunities for everyone to gather together, such as during times when we can prioritize the use of gadgets and consultations, as well as during mokumoku meetings, LT meetings, study sessions, and networking sessions. Normally, you can develop at your own pace in your own time, and once in a while we all get together and show each other what we’ve developed. Of course, the Engineer Cafe itself is open almost every day, so if you have any questions, please feel free to contact us!
Q: Can I participate online?
A: Basically, we are planning development and events at the Engineer Cafe. Some study sessions are scheduled to be held as a hybrid of online and offline. We will also have a chat exclusively for lab members on Discord, so please actively participate both offline and online!
* ■About Engineer Cafe*
It was established in August 2019 with the desire to make Fukuoka a sacred place for engineers.
The location is the Fukuoka City Red Brick Cultural Museum, which is celebrating its 113th anniversary. We view the octagonal shape that characterizes buildings as “multifaceted,” and seek diversity in order to create an engineering ecosystem centered on individuals and communities, where encounters lead to growth and collaboration, and where output is mixed. G is
We operate it as a place where new things are being created one after another. Regardless of individuals or communities, we respond to a variety of consultations for engineers, people related to engineers, and people who aspire to become engineers, and support the creation of an environment where they can thrive.We hold events by engineers for engineers, and provide various consultation services. We provide a venue for events on technical topics.
We work to promote a wide variety of communication between engineers, transcending the boundaries of industry and other areas, and create all kinds of opportunities for engineers.
▼Engineer Cafe official website
https://engineercafe.jp/ja
▼Engineer Cafe Official SNS
X: https://twitter.com/EngineerCafeJP
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EngineerCafe
Speaker Deck: https://speakerdeck.com/engineercafe
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