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Nicky Ringland

@nickyr.bsky.social

G'day! I'm a recovering Computational Linguist & Computer Science Educator, now a Product Manager in Big Tech. Interested in DEI & open source security. Founder of Grok Learning, GPN (Girls' Programming Network), and Tech Inclusion. #SuperstarsofSTEM

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Hey teachers and educators! Come talk Python with me and the PyCon AU crew in Brisbane!

It'll be fun! You'll get a mug, several high-fives, and the satisfaction of helping a community of awesome people just like you.

#pyconau

19.02.2026 00:22 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Fantastic! Congrats! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰

13.10.2025 22:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Hahaha 🫢

23.09.2025 03:53 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I like Moon+ Reader Pro. Auto scroll, plus the ability to scroll or page turn are winning features for me.

25.08.2025 13:52 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Collage of prizes and merchs from last year and a link pycon.org.au/attend

Collage of prizes and merchs from last year and a link pycon.org.au/attend

πŸŽ‰ We had an incredible time at PyCon AU last year β€” from the fun lucky draws, awesome prizes, and exclusive merch to the amazing speakers and all the knowledge we soaked up! ✨

And this year? We’ve got even MORE in store for you.
🎟️ Buy now: 2025.pycon.org.au/attend?ref=bs

#PyConAU #Python #Tech #AI

21.08.2025 23:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Collage of prizes and merchs from last year and a link pycon.org.au/attend

Collage of prizes and merchs from last year and a link pycon.org.au/attend

πŸŽ‰ We had an incredible time at PyCon AU last year β€” from the fun lucky draws, awesome prizes, and exclusive merch to the amazing speakers and all the knowledge we soaked up! ✨

And this year? We’ve got even MORE in store for you.
🎟️ Buy now: 2025.pycon.org.au/attend?ref=bs

#PyConAU #Python #Tech #AI

03.08.2025 23:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
"PyCon is run by the people that show up. Join us and have fun!. The bottom section features photos of past volunteers interacting at the event, with a bold headline in the center reading "VOLUNTEER NOW" and a link: pycon.org.au/attend/volunteer.

"PyCon is run by the people that show up. Join us and have fun!. The bottom section features photos of past volunteers interacting at the event, with a bold headline in the center reading "VOLUNTEER NOW" and a link: pycon.org.au/attend/volunteer.

πŸŽ‰ PyCon AU’s Call for Volunteers is NOW OPEN! πŸŽ‰

πŸ’š Join now πŸ‘‰ 2025.pycon.org.au/attend/volun...

#PyConAU #Python #Tech

03.07.2025 23:30 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The early bird gets the worm.
...
The early python gets the cheap tickets! 🐍

02.07.2025 23:05 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
"PyCon is run by the people that show up. Join us and have fun!. The bottom section features photos of past volunteers interacting at the event, with a bold headline in the center reading "VOLUNTEER NOW" and a link: pycon.org.au/attend/volunteer.

"PyCon is run by the people that show up. Join us and have fun!. The bottom section features photos of past volunteers interacting at the event, with a bold headline in the center reading "VOLUNTEER NOW" and a link: pycon.org.au/attend/volunteer.

πŸŽ‰ Call for Volunteers is OPEN

Remember all the fun we had last year? And the year before? And the year before that?
Yepβ€” it’s that good.

Volunteering at PyCon is such a joyful experience that our volunteers keep coming back every single year! Now’s your turn πŸ‘‰ 2025.pycon.org.au/attend/volun...

30.06.2025 04:13 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

(or rather, can you DM me? I think you need to follow me for me to DM you...) πŸ€”

29.06.2025 08:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

@sparkleops.xyz How about I'll make a chunky Foodbank donation, and we can sort it from there. Can I DM you?

29.06.2025 08:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

No no, don't need box art etc. I'm primarily just looking for games & stuff my kiddo might like. πŸ˜„

29.06.2025 02:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I am interested in exchanging money to feed people for switch games!

28.06.2025 06:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
a ship run aground next to a small house in norway

a ship run aground next to a small house in norway

a ship run aground next to a small house in norway

a ship run aground next to a small house in norway

a ship run aground next to a small house in norway

a ship run aground next to a small house in norway

Norway's Evergreen moment: huge container ship runs aground near tiny house; is very stuck

22.05.2025 13:54 β€” πŸ‘ 889    πŸ” 223    πŸ’¬ 40    πŸ“Œ 92
For a Student Who Used AI to Write a Paper
 
by Joseph Fasano

Now I let it fall back
in the grasses.
I hear you. I know
this life is hard now.
I know your days are precious
on this earth.
But what are you trying
to be free of?
The living? The miraculous
task of it?
Love is for the ones who love the work.

For a Student Who Used AI to Write a Paper by Joseph Fasano Now I let it fall back in the grasses. I hear you. I know this life is hard now. I know your days are precious on this earth. But what are you trying to be free of? The living? The miraculous task of it? Love is for the ones who love the work.

It's final paper season.

05.05.2025 21:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1589    πŸ” 447    πŸ’¬ 11    πŸ“Œ 19
PyConAU Yes! We are back! 2025! pycon.org.au

PyConAU Yes! We are back! 2025! pycon.org.au

πŸ’š PyCon 2025 is happening!!

Mark your calendars: September 12–16, we're coming together at Pullman Melbourne on the Park for an unforgettable week of Python, community, and fuuuuuun!

πŸ‘‰ Check it out here: : 2025.pycon.org.au

#PyConAU2025 #Python #PyConAU #PyCon

04.05.2025 22:30 β€” πŸ‘ 13    πŸ” 8    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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#auspol #peterdutton

03.05.2025 12:48 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This is high art

06.04.2025 21:37 β€” πŸ‘ 26428    πŸ” 7564    πŸ’¬ 531    πŸ“Œ 1012
PyConAU We are on BlueSky! Follow us and stay tuned! @pyconau.bsky.social

PyConAU We are on BlueSky! Follow us and stay tuned! @pyconau.bsky.social

πŸ‘‹ Hey Bluesky!

We’ve just touched down and we’re excited to be here 🌀️🐍

This is the official PyCon AU account, your go-to space for updates, announcements, and all things Python in Australia✨

Hit that follow button and stay tuned because we’ve got some awesome things coming your way!

#PyConAU

30.03.2025 22:30 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Yes! Though unfortunately due to several factors (3d printed components having melted en route, power supply sourced from the dump not complying with venue regulations) we were unable to see it in action.

16.01.2025 00:47 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Oh yes, an excellent book! πŸ‘

17.12.2024 21:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

*phew* πŸ˜…

Perhaps I can recommend some better books though. 😝

17.12.2024 11:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I hated this book so much.
...
Can we still be friends? πŸ˜¬πŸ˜‚πŸ˜…

17.12.2024 10:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Renee presenting a slide that has happy kids

Renee presenting a slide that has happy kids

Gpn has chapters in Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Burnie, and coming soon to Adelaide and Brisbane

Gpn has chapters in Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Burnie, and coming soon to Adelaide and Brisbane

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"It's got good vibes! It's got funny hats!"
The fabulous @reneenoble.bsky.social talking about GPN, running free python workshops for girls & gender diverse kids across Australia.
Renee presenting a photo of happy kids at computers, and happy kids after a workshop.
#pyconau

23.11.2024 05:32 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Amanda and Nicky smiling in little faces in the corner, with the words "Track Opening: Education" for pycon, and a link to register: pycon.org.au/attend

Amanda and Nicky smiling in little faces in the corner, with the words "Track Opening: Education" for pycon, and a link to register: pycon.org.au/attend

It's #pyconAU time again! Tomorrow @hogesonline.bsky.social, Sally Gridley and I are running the education track! It'll be a blast! (Literally! Did someone say confetti canon?!???!????!? πŸŽ‰)

21.11.2024 05:31 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

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