CodeBase Stirling

18/04/2025

⏰ Just a few days to go!

Our next DS4G workshop is happening this Tuesday, 22nd April – and you won’t want to miss it!

Join facilitator, Charlotte Pang, for a fun, hands-on session exploring 2D Pixel Art & Character Design. Start with sketches, build character stories, and turn them into awesome digital creations! 🎨🖱️

✨ No experience needed – just your creativity.
🎟 Everyone’s welcome: https://vist.ly/3m26vk9

Let’s learn, create, and have fun together.

See you there!

Digital Skills 4 Girls is a monthly workshop for girls and non-binary people who want to learn or develop their digital skills.

09/04/2025

Only ONE week until Unplugged Fife — where Central Scotland’s tech and creative communities come together in the heart of Dunfermline! 🎉

Are you ready to:
🤝 Connect with local founders, creatives, and investors?
💡 Discover what support Techscaler can offer your startup journey?
☕ Enjoy coffee, snacks, and conversation in a relaxed, inspiring space?

Then make sure you're signed up and ready to join us next Wednesday, 16th April from 12–2PM at the beautiful Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries.

📝 Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time!
👉 https://vist.ly/3mzf6au

Let’s build something brilliant together — see you there!

Open to everyone, Unplugged Fife is a networking event for professionals in tech, looking to connect with the community.

08/04/2025

🧠✨ Level up your creativity with our next DS4G Workshop!

Join us on 22nd April for our next DS4G workshop, where we’re diving into the colourful world of 2D Pixel Art & Character Design, hosted by the talented Charlotte Pang.

Whether you're just starting out or already love to sketch, this hands-on workshop will guide you through basic character design techniques, starting with paper and pen and ending with your very own digital pixel art creation. 🖌️🕹️

No experience? No problem! Just bring your imagination. It's a great way to learn unique skills, meet new people, and have some fun along the way.

🎟️ Don’t miss out, sign up here:

Digital Skills 4 Girls is a monthly workshop for girls and non-binary people who want to learn or develop their digital skills.

11/03/2025

🚨 Sneak Peek: A Deep Dive into Digital Communication History! 🚨

Join us next Tuesday for an interactive DS4G session where we’ll explore the evolution of early digital communication—from morse code to WW2 encryption machines!

💡 Try your hand at sending morse code with a Microbit
💡 Crack encrypted radio messages with STEnlorigMa machines
💡 Track down a hidden submarine using historic codebreaking methods!

This is a hands-on experience connecting history, technology, and problem-solving. Don't miss out!

📅 18 March | 5:30-7PM | CodeBase Stirling
🔗 https://vist.ly/3mw2pai

27/02/2025

🔍 Reflecting on our MedTech Expo 🔍

One week later, and we’re still inspired by the amazing discussions and innovations shared at MedTech Expo: Accelerating MedTech Innovations and Investments!

A huge thank you to:
🎤 Janette Hughes for her incredible keynote
🚀 Colin MacKay & Richard Campbell for the Founder's Spotlight sessions
🗣️ Grahame Cu***ng, Jennifer Zielinski & Adnan Ashfaq for their insightful panel discussion

A special thanks to the CodeBase Stirling team—your hard work made this event truly exceptional!

This is just the beginning for MedTech in Central Scotland! Join us for our upcoming Unplugged event in Alloa with Ceteris, where we’ll continue these important conversations. See more information and sign up here: https://vist.ly/3mv22si

26/02/2025

🌟 Unfiltered Stirling 🌟

Join us for a morning full of connections and conversation with Stirling’s vibrant tech community. Whether you’re a founder, developer, creative, or just curious—everyone is welcome!

📅 Date: Wednesday, 5th March
⏰ Time: 08:30 - 10:30
📍 Location: CodeBase Stirling

Drop in, grab a coffee, and meet great people! And stay after to utilise our fantastic hot-desking space!

🎟️ Tickets are limited—register now: https://vist.ly/3mvy5fq

21/02/2025

What an incredible day at MedTech Expo: Accelerating MedTech Innovations and Investments! 🎉

We were thrilled to bring together industry leaders, startups, researchers, and students to explore the future of MedTech, healthcare innovation, and investment.

A massive thank you to our inspiring keynote speaker, Janette Hughes, our brilliant Founder's Spotlight speakers, Colin MacKay and Richard Campbell, and our insightful panelists, Grahame Cu***ng, Jennifer Zielinski, and Adnan Ashfaq, for sharing their expertise and vision. Your contributions made this event truly impactful!

We also want to express our gratitude to Ceteris, Forth Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Stirling University Innovation Park – for their invaluable support in making this event a reality.

From engaging discussions to exciting innovations, this was just the beginning. The future of MedTech in Scotland is bright, and we are excited to keep the momentum going!

🔥 What’s Next? 🔥
Join us for our Unplugged event in Alloa with Ceteris, where we’ll continue the conversation in a more informal setting. This will be a great opportunity to reflect on key takeaways from MedTech Expo, network with industry peers, and discuss the future of MedTech innovation and investment in Scotland. Sign up here: https://vist.ly/3mvj8k9

📅 Stay tuned for details on upcoming MedTech-focused events as we build a thriving ecosystem of innovators, investors, and healthcare professionals!

19/02/2025

🚨 Only a few days to go! 🚨

Our ideation workshop with the University of Stirling’s Enterprise Programme is THIS TUESDAY! Don't miss out on an afternoon of networking, ideation & problem-solving.

💡 Learn how to develop startup ideas
🎯 Refine & validate your concept
🤝 Connect with innovators & entrepreneurs

📅 25th February
🕗 12-2PM
📍 CodeBase Stirling

🎟️ Spots are limited—grab yours now: https://vist.ly/3mvdyri

18/02/2025

✨ Digital Skills 4 Girls is back for February—and this month, we’re making tiny pixel art games! 🎮

Join games composer & hobbyist game maker, Luci Holland, to learn how to use Bitsy, a free and simple game-making tool. Create your own short game & artwork in a fun, supportive space! 🎨🕹️

👧 For girls & non-binary young people (ages 10–15)
📅 Date: 25th February
📍 Location: CodeBase Stirling
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

🔗 Register here: https://vist.ly/3mvbbed

17/02/2025

Meet the expert panel at this year’s MedTech Expo: Accelerating MedTech Innovations and Investments!

As we are getting closer to the event, we’re thrilled to introduce our distinguished panel, chaired by Onyinye Igbokwe, who will lead a dynamic discussion on the latest innovations in MedTech. Our panelists bring a wealth of expertise:

🔹 Adnan Ashfaq – Founder of Simplimedica, helping MedTech companies navigate complex regulatory landscapes with ease.
🔹 Grahame Cu***ng – NHS Lothian Innovation Champion, fostering partnerships between healthcare, industry, and academia to drive transformation.
🔹 Jennifer Zielinski – Innovation Project Manager at NHS Forth Valley, driving collaboration and innovative solutions to enhance healthcare outcomes.
🔹 Janette Hughes – A Digital Health and Innovation expert leading national efforts to scale digital solutions in healthcare.

Join us for this insightful discussion and hear firsthand how these industry leaders are shaping the future of MedTech!

📅 Don’t miss out—register now: https://vist.ly/3mv8p4a

11/02/2025

We’re thrilled to introduce Richard Campbell as our next Founder’s Spotlight speaker at the MedTech Expo: Accelerating MedTech Innovations and Investments! 🎤

Richard Campbell is a respected figure in the field of rapid diagnostics, with a career spanning over 25 years. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Biotechnology, and has dedicated his professional life to the advancement of lateral flow diagnostic tests.

As the Managing Director and Founder of Lateral Dx Ltd, Richard has been at the forefront of developing high-performance lateral flow tests. His company is recognised as a leading UK contract research organisation specialising in the development and support of these tests.

Richard’s career is a testament to his deep understanding of the technical and commercial aspects of the lateral flow industry, and his work continues to impact human, veterinary, and environmental applications of lateral flow tests globally. Richard remains dedicated to developing rapid diagnostic testing systems that are sensitive, sustainable, robust, and user-friendly.

Join us to hear Richard share his insights, and hear from other leaders in the industry. Secure your spot today!

🎟️ Sign up here: https://vist.ly/3muqu7q

07/02/2025

💡 Too many startup ideas? No idea at all? Let’s fix that! 💡

Join us & the University of Stirling’s Enterprise Programme for a hands-on, interactive workshop to help you:

✅ Find where great startup ideas come from
✅ Narrow down your best idea
✅ Map out a plan to turn it into reality

This event is perfect for aspiring founders, tech enthusiasts, and anyone looking to innovate. Whether you’re just curious or ready to build, this is your chance to connect, learn & get inspired!

📅 Tuesday, 25th February
🕛 12-2PM
📍 CodeBase Stirling

🎟️ Limited spots available—register now: https://vist.ly/3mudpd2