Already registered for INFO 499 with me already? We'll be meeting in BLD 070 on Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30 pm, starting Wednesday, September 26th, 2023. It's a basement, but it's cozy, and has flexible tables, so it will do.
I'm recruiting students to join our Wordplaypen, a team that helps design, build, and maintain Wordplay. Wordplay is a playful programming platform for creating accessible, interactive typography that celebrates the world's languages. Our vision is to create a global platform for creative expression with language that celebrates every indivdual's culture, identity, and values, while also enabling youth to learn about the power and limits of computing.
I'm excited to work with any University of Washington undergraduate excited about that vision and who has:
You don't need to know how programming languages are built, but you'll probably learn about it by contributing.
Here are some things you might contribute:
Many reasons!
First, ensure you are available at the day, time, and location listed at the top of this page. We'll run hybrid sprint planning meetings each week at that time, and attendance is mandatory unless ill. (In-person is preferred, but virtual will always be possible for reasons of illness, travel, commuting, etc.)
Then, register for INFO 499 for anywhere from 1-5 credits by the start of the quarter. As part of your proposal, indicate:
The INFO 499 proposal form (which I don't control) don't quite align with the questions above. Just put answers wherever they fit best. I'm the only one who reviews these, so you're not going to be rejected for filling it "wrong" because there is no wrong.
iSchool student services can be slow to process these, but I expect to approve all proposals. Don't worry about trying to convince me, or writing some big epic essay, or being rejected. This isn't a competitive admissions process, I just want some context for your goals and availability, so I can prepare a good experience.
Your proposal can be very short; just a few sentences in each section would suffice.
Participation is quarterly and at a minimum will involve:
More credits just means more commitments, so sign up for how much time you want to commit. Your INFO 499 grade can be graded or credit/no credit; your final assessment will be based on meeting the milestones you set in the first week of the quarter, but mostly as a disincentive to overcommit.
Other questions? Find me on ComputingEd@UW Slack and DM me. I know it's scary to write professors, but I'm friendly, I promise!
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