SIPB IAP 2024 Activities
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RSA Encryption and Cryptography |
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Inna Voloshchuk Date:
Unlock the secrets of security! Join us for a quick lecture on RSA encryption and gain insights into how it protects your messages, transactions, and sensitive information online. This is meant to be fairly introductory, and there are no prerequisites! Prerequisite(s): None |
AI for Dummies |
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Nathaniel Morgan Date:
Do you believe computers will take over the world? Join us as we discuss roadmaps for various Machine Learning projects, dispel the myths associated with Artificial Intelligence, and discuss the ethics of Computational Intelligence. No previous coding experience is needed, and there are no prerequisites! Prerequisite(s): None |
How to Get a Website on mit.edu: An AFS Cluedump |
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Colin Clark Date:
Do you want to learn how to set up your own website with a .mit.edu? We will go through AFS and Athena in this cluedump. Prerequisite(s): None |
Fundamentals of Git |
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Pratyush Venkatakrishnan Date:
Perfect for beginners, come join SIPB as we discuss the fundamentals of git. From version control to branching to rebasing, learn how to use one of the most widespread and powerful tools for collaborative development. Prerequisite(s): None |
Web Authentication @ MIT |
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Huy Dai, Gabriel Rodriguez Castillo Date:
Are you a student creating MIT web services and struggling with authentication? In this Cluedump, we'll be covering the different authentication systems at MIT (Shibboleth, certificates, OIDC/Petrock) and give you the rundown on how you can incorporate them in your website. Prerequisite(s): None |
An Engineer's Guide to American Football |
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Benjamin Barenblat Date:
You’ve heard of the Super Bowl, but what do you know about play action? Illegal use of hands? The jumbo package? This cluedump will provide a thorough look at the rules and tactics of football as played at the highest levels in the United States. Forget just watching large men collide – at top tiers, this game has deeper tactical planning and heavier minimaxing than any other team sport. You’ll come away not just ready to watch and discuss football but to think about it too. No prior football knowledge or skills necessary! Prerequisite(s): None |
Web Game Challenge |
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Luis Turino Dates:
I will provide you with a sample multiplayer game made with Phaser. We will go over how to use the framework and how the game was implemented. Then, you will have until Thursday to make a mod that expands the game and makes it your own. Emphasis on creativity and uniqueness. Winners will earn epic, invaluable prizes. Prerequisite(s): None |
Sysadminning: Taking Care of Your Server |
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Madison Landry Date:
Maintaining a server is kind of like taking care of a pet. Want to become a new pet server owner? Get hands-on with servers in our 90-minute workshop, perfect for beginners. You'll learn by doing, from setting up a server and buying or requesting a domain to sorting out SSL certs. We'll cover how DNS works, firewalls, VMs and VPSs, how SSH works, and things like that. We'll also go over some of your options for hardware or "the cloud", particularly if you're an MIT student, and discuss what you can even do with a server. Prerequisite(s): Awareness of what a command-line interface is will help |
Intro to Linux and the Command Line |
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Gabriel Rodriguez Castillo Date:
What really is Linux? and why is it special? Come listen in and learn why Linux is used by professionals and enthusiasts worldwide. We’ll demystify the command line by guiding you through core commands, while also speaking about open-source operating systems. Prerequisite(s): None |