Holbies Lightning Talks Recap: We Built an App Together!

April's Holbies Lightning Talks: We Built an App Together! Yep, it happened again—and this time, we leveled up. Holbies Lightning Talks returned for Round 2, and trust us, it was anything but a typical tech meetup. If you weren’t there, here’s what went down (and why you’ll definitely want to make the next one). Hands-On Energy: MIT App Inventor in Action This wasn’t just a sit-back-and-watch kind of event. We all got up, took turns, and actually built an app—together. Using MIT App Inventor, we created something live on the spot. Everyone got involved: one by one, we added our own little twist by hopping over to the main computer (projected for all to see), adding elements and learning how this beginner-friendly platform works. It wasn’t just educational—it was super fun, collaborative, and a little chaotic in the best way possible. Then came Victor’s segment, and things got even cooler. He walked us through how he uses a digital oscilloscope visualizer to bring his music to life. We watched as he manipulated sound and visuals in real time—using code to shape his art. It was wild seeing music not just heard, but seen through waves, shapes, and creative coding. Why This One Hit Different Collaborative Learning: We weren’t just listening—we were building, clicking, laughing, and asking questions on the fly. Creative Tech in Action: From app prototyping to music visualization, it was a mashup of art, code, and community. Fun + Focus: Chill vibes, smart ideas, and enough curiosity in the room to power a server farm. Don’t Miss the Next One! These monthly lightning talks are growing into something really special—more than just presentations, they’re becoming a safe space where anyone can share, learn, and play with ideas. So if you’re into interactive sessions, surprising tech demos, and just hanging out with smart, curious people—mark your calendar. The next Lightning Talks are just around the corner. We’ll bring the energy. You bring your ideas.

May 1, 2025 - 19:17

Holbies Lightning Talks Recap: We Built an App Together!

April's Holbies Lightning Talks: We Built an App Together!

Yep, it happened again—and this time, we leveled up. Holbies Lightning Talks returned for Round 2, and trust us, it was anything but a typical tech meetup.

If you weren’t there, here’s what went down (and why you’ll definitely want to make the next one).

Hands-On Energy: MIT App Inventor in Action

This wasn’t just a sit-back-and-watch kind of event. We all got up, took turns, and actually built an app—together. Using MIT App Inventor, we created something live on the spot. Everyone got involved: one by one, we added our own little twist by hopping over to the main computer (projected for all to see), adding elements and learning how this beginner-friendly platform works.

It wasn’t just educational—it was super fun, collaborative, and a little chaotic in the best way possible.

Then came Victor’s segment, and things got even cooler. He walked us through how he uses a digital oscilloscope visualizer to bring his music to life. We watched as he manipulated sound and visuals in real time—using code to shape his art. It was wild seeing music not just heard, but seen through waves, shapes, and creative coding.

Why This One Hit Different

Collaborative Learning: We weren’t just listening—we were building, clicking, laughing, and asking questions on the fly.
Creative Tech in Action: From app prototyping to music visualization, it was a mashup of art, code, and community.
Fun + Focus: Chill vibes, smart ideas, and enough curiosity in the room to power a server farm.

Don’t Miss the Next One!

These monthly lightning talks are growing into something really special—more than just presentations, they’re becoming a safe space where anyone can share, learn, and play with ideas.

So if you’re into interactive sessions, surprising tech demos, and just hanging out with smart, curious people—mark your calendar. The next Lightning Talks are just around the corner.

We’ll bring the energy. You bring your ideas.