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SUMMARY:Illustrator 1: Creating Graphics with Illustrator
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, students explore the favorite tool of many creative professionals\, Adobe Illustrator. Used by designers and artists around the world\, this powerful vector graphics program makes it easy to create logos\, posters\, product labels\, icons\, website mockups and more. \nStudents will learn the basics of Illustrator\, work with shapes\, text\, and color\, and create a project from scratch. \nTopics covered: \n\nThe Illustrator Interface\nNavigating the Workspace\nWorking with Shapes\nUsing the Selection and Direct Selection Tool\nUsing the Shape Builder Tool\nDrawing with the Pen Tool\nWorking with Type\nSaving/Exporting Final Artwork\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in creating posters\, flyers\, visual art\, or any other graphic-designed items with IllustratorPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/illustrator-1-creating-graphics-with-illustrator-9/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250806T194842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T151052Z
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SUMMARY:Python 1: Foundational Python for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:This STS workshop offers an introduction to basic Python concepts that will help you become familiar with the coding basics – no previous programming experience required! \nPython is a powerful\, popular programming language that gets used for just about everything: basic coding\, graphics processing\, machine learning\, AI\, web scraping\, data analysis\, and much more. \nPython’s easy-to-read syntax makes it a great introduction for people who are new to coding\, and the large library of open-source modules make it easy to start making useful code right away. \nTopics include: \n\nWriting and running scripts in Python\nData types\nVariables and Functions\nCalculations in Python\nControl flow\nData structures\nPython’s Standard library\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning the basics of coding using PythonPrerequisitesNone
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/python-1-foundational-python-for-beginners-13/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250806T194841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T134942Z
UID:10000828-1757352600-1757358000@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:A Beginner's Guide to Programming
DESCRIPTION:Curious about coding but don’t know where to start? \nThis workshop unpacks programming and coding from the ground up. It explains the terms and structures used in most modern programming languages and introduces some basic computer science concepts in an accessible\, easy to digest format with no technical background knowledge required. \nIf you’re interested in picking up some coding skills yourself or are just curious about how programming works\, this workshop gives you everything you need to get started. \nNote: this workshop doesn’t go into detail on a particular programming language (like Java\, Python\, or JavaScript)\, but it provides background knowledge that will be helpful for anyone interested in learning more about specific languages later on. \nTopics include: \n\nWhat exactly a computer does and how programming fits into the picture\nEssential programming concepts like variables\, functions\, data types\, loops\, and conditionals are and how they are used\nHow programs are structured and executed\nTools and apps that make programming easier\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in getting familiar with the basics of programming and coding - no technical knowledge required.PrerequisitesNone
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/a-beginners-guide-to-programming-13/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250905T201606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T201617Z
UID:10000879-1757082600-1757088000@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:STS Test Teach
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/sts-test-teach-6/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop,Test Teach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T202331Z
UID:10000746-1745515800-1745521200@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Python 1: Foundational Python for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:This STS workshop offers an introduction to basic Python concepts that will help you become familiar with the coding basics – no previous programming experience required! \nPython is a powerful\, popular programming language that gets used for just about everything: basic coding\, graphics processing\, machine learning\, AI\, web scraping\, data analysis\, and much more. \nPython’s easy-to-read syntax makes it a great introduction for people who are new to coding\, and the large library of open-source modules make it easy to start making useful code right away. \nTopics include: \n\nWriting and running scripts in Python\nData types\nVariables and Functions\nCalculations in Python\nControl flow\nData structures\nPython’s Standard library\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning the basics of coding using PythonPrerequisitesNone
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/python-1-foundational-python-for-beginners-12/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T192249Z
UID:10000744-1745344800-1745350200@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Excel 2: Boost Your Excel IQ: Mastering Functions
DESCRIPTION:This workshop expands on the material in Excel 1 and introduces a wider array of built-in functions to make working with data easier. \nTopics include: \n\nLogical functions including COUNT and COUNTIF\nLookup\, array\, and summary functions\nText formatting\nLinking data between workbooks and worksheets\nFormulas tab\nKeyboard shortcuts\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone looking to expand their proficiency with functions in ExcelPrerequisitesIntroduction to Data Processing with Excel
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/excel-2-boost-your-excel-iq-mastering-functions-6/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T221950Z
UID:10000743-1745256600-1745262000@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:GitHub: Git and GitHub for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Need to use git for class but don’t know where to start? This workshop is for you! \nThis workshop covers the basics of using git for version control and explores how to use it with the popular cloud-based platform GitHub using the GitHub desktop app – no previous knowledge of git\, GitHub\, or command lines required! \nTopics in this workshop include: \n\nCreating file repositories\, or repos\nCommits\nPushing and pulling repositories from GitHub\nMerging\nBranches\nConflicts\n\nNOTE: Before attending this session\, learners should: \n\nDownload and install the GitHub Desktop app: https://desktop.github.com/download/\nCreate an account on GitHub: https://github.com/signup\n\n Workshop InformationAudienceAnyone who wants to learn how to use git and GitHubPrerequisitesBasic computer proficiencyUseful ForComputer Science majors\, Data Science majors\, anyone who wants to use version control for their projects
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/github-git-and-github-for-beginners-2/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T162114Z
UID:10000742-1744911000-1744916400@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Photoshop 1: Essential Photo Editing with Photoshop
DESCRIPTION:Adobe Photoshop is the industry-standard tool for digital image editing. In this workshop\, students learn how to navigate the Photoshop interface\, apply the fundamentals of digital photo correction and incorporate different tools and techniques to create a poster. \nAfter completing this workshop\, learners will know: \n\nThe basics of the Photoshop interface including Tools\, Panels\, and Layers\nThe control/modifier keys (Alt/Option\, Cmd/Ctrl\, Shift) and when to use them\nWhat Adjustment Layers are and why we use them\nWhat pixel dimensions and image resolution are\nThe difference between RGB and CMYK color modes\n\nand will be able to: \n\nNavigate the Photoshop interface\nCreate selections with the Quick Selection tool\nApply and Edit Layer Masks\nAdd and edit text with the Type tool\nSave and export documents in a variety of formats.\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning the basics of editing images using Adobe PhotoshopPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/photoshop-1-essential-photo-editing-with-photoshop-6/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T193000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T222722Z
UID:10000741-1744824600-1744831800@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Python 2: Boosting Python with Objective Oriented Programming Methods
DESCRIPTION:This STS workshop course is designed to help teach Object Oriented Programming and its corresponding syntax in Python. This course assumes you have a basic understanding of procedural programming in Python as taught in the preceding Python 1 Workshop offered by STS. \nBy the end of this course\, the learner will know: \n\nWhat a class is and its purpose in programming.\nThe is-a vs has-a relationship types.\nEncapsulation and inheritance.\nPolymorphism and why it’s useful.\n\nBy the end of this course\, the learner will be able to: \n\nUse Object Oriented Programming to more efficiently accomplish programming tasks.\nInstall external Python modules.\nCreate their own Python modules.\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning more intermediate Python skillsPrerequisitesFoundational Python for Beginners
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/python-2-boosting-python-with-objective-oriented-programming-methods-2/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T204913Z
UID:10000740-1744738200-1744743600@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Illustrator 1: Creating Graphics with Illustrator
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, students explore the favorite tool of many creative professionals\, Adobe Illustrator. Used by designers and artists around the world\, this powerful vector graphics program makes it easy to create logos\, posters\, product labels\, icons\, website mockups and more. \nStudents will learn the basics of Illustrator\, work with shapes\, text\, and color\, and create a project from scratch. \nTopics covered: \n\nThe Illustrator Interface\nNavigating the Workspace\nWorking with Shapes\nUsing the Selection and Direct Selection Tool\nUsing the Shape Builder Tool\nDrawing with the Pen Tool\nWorking with Type\nSaving/Exporting Final Artwork\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in creating posters\, flyers\, visual art\, or any other graphic-designed items with IllustratorPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/illustrator-1-creating-graphics-with-illustrator-8/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T143443Z
UID:10000739-1744651800-1744657200@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:A Beginner's Guide to Programming
DESCRIPTION:Curious about coding but don’t know where to start? \nThis workshop unpacks programming and coding from the ground up. It explains the terms and structures used in most modern programming languages and introduces some basic computer science concepts in an accessible\, easy to digest format with no technical background knowledge required. \nIf you’re interested in picking up some coding skills yourself or are just curious about how programming works\, this workshop gives you everything you need to get started. \nNote: this workshop doesn’t go into detail on a particular programming language (like Java\, Python\, or JavaScript)\, but it provides background knowledge that will be helpful for anyone interested in learning more about specific languages later on. \nTopics include: \n\nWhat exactly a computer does and how programming fits into the picture\nEssential programming concepts like variables\, functions\, data types\, loops\, and conditionals are and how they are used\nHow programs are structured and executed\nTools and apps that make programming easier\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in getting familiar with the basics of programming and coding - no technical knowledge required.PrerequisitesNone
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/a-beginners-guide-to-programming-12/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T183000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T142435Z
UID:10000737-1744219800-1744223400@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Audacity: Editing Audio with Audacity
DESCRIPTION:Audacity is an open source\, free and easy to use audio editor and recorder. It includes powerful audio post-production tools to help create professional podcasts and music. It’s a popular choice for class assignments at UW-Madison! \nTopics covered: \n\nNavigating the Workspace\nImporting\nBasic Audio Editing\nAudio Effects\nRecording\nSaving and Exporting\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in audio editingPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/audacity-editing-audio-with-audacity-11/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T193000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T171136Z
UID:10000736-1744133400-1744140600@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:R1: Basics of Data Management with R
DESCRIPTION:This STS workshop introduces learners to the basics of the language\, the RStudio development environment\, and some of the most common functions\, packages\, and tools in the R ecosystem. \nThe free\, open-source  programming language R has become one of the most widely used tools for data analysis and statistical computing today. \nTopics include: \n\nSetting up R and RStudio\nBasic Syntax\nVectors\nMatrix and DataFrames\nImporting Data\nWorking with Data\nBasic Charting and Plotting\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning the basics of R and R StudioPrerequisitesBasic Computing SkillsUseful ForStatistics\, data processing\, data analysis\, automating data research
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/r1-basics-of-data-management-with-r-9/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T221937Z
UID:10000735-1744047000-1744052400@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:SQL: Introduction to Databases with SQL
DESCRIPTION:Structured Query Language (SQL) is a programming language used to interact with databases and create datasets. It is a useful tool for data analysts\, software developers\, and researchers to create and structure data for analysis and modeling. \nTopics Covered: \n\nIntroduction to database concepts\nBasic SQL queries and syntax\nCreating tables\nAnalysis with SQL\nExporting tables\n\n Workshop InformationAudienceAnyone looking to learn SQL for analytics\, research\, or application development\, as well as basic database conceptsPrerequisitesBasic understanding of programming and what a table is
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/sql-introduction-to-databases-with-sql-7/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T163552Z
UID:10000733-1743615000-1743620400@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:WordPress: Setting Up Your First Website with WordPress.com
DESCRIPTION:WordPress.com offers a simple solution for getting basic websites up and running quickly\, with no coding or technical knowledge needed. This course provides an introduction to WordPress.com and guides you through the process of setting up a simple site. \nTopics include: \n\nConfiguring the look and layout of the site\nAdding pages\, text and images\nIncorporating audio and video\n\n Workshop InformationAudienceAnyone interested in learning to build a website using Wordpress.comPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/wordpress-setting-up-your-first-website-with-wordpress/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T193000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T173634Z
UID:10000732-1743530400-1743535800@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Excel 1: Introduction to Data Processing with Excel
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is an introduction to working with data in Excel. Students will learn spreadsheet terminology\, the basics of the Excel interface\, how to create and edit spreadsheets\, and how to generate charts and graphs from data. \nTopics include: \n\nNavigating the Excel environment\nEntering and editing data\nUsing formulas and functions\nViewing\, sorting\, and filtering data\nCharting\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning how to work with data in ExcelPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/excel-1-introduction-to-data-processing-with-excel-8/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250331T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250331T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T203415Z
UID:10000731-1743442200-1743447600@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Python 1: Foundational Python for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:This STS workshop offers an introduction to basic Python concepts that will help you become familiar with the coding basics – no previous programming experience required! \nPython is a powerful\, popular programming language that gets used for just about everything: basic coding\, graphics processing\, machine learning\, AI\, web scraping\, data analysis\, and much more. \nPython’s easy-to-read syntax makes it a great introduction for people who are new to coding\, and the large library of open-source modules make it easy to start making useful code right away. \nTopics include: \n\nWriting and running scripts in Python\nData types\nVariables and Functions\nCalculations in Python\nControl flow\nData structures\nPython’s Standard library\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning the basics of coding using PythonPrerequisitesNone
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/python-1-foundational-python-for-beginners-11/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T181651Z
UID:10000725-1742405400-1742410800@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Excel 2: Data-Driven Excel: Unlocking Insights with Analysis Tools and Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Excel 2: Analysis introduces more advanced analysis tools that can be used to summarize data\, perform complex calculations\, and maximize the computing power of Microsoft Excel. \nTopics covered: \n\nInput Tables\nSubtotal\nGoal Seek\nSolver\nAnalysis ToolPak\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone looking to improve their Excel skills beyond the basicsPrerequisitesIntroduction to Data Processing with Excel
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/excel-2-data-driven-excel-unlocking-insights-with-analysis-tools-and-techniques-3/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250318T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250318T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T163835Z
UID:10000728-1742319000-1742324400@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Excel 2: Boost Your Excel IQ: Mastering Functions
DESCRIPTION:This workshop expands on the material in Excel 1 and introduces a wider array of built-in functions to make working with data easier. \nTopics include: \n\nLogical functions including COUNT and COUNTIF\nLookup\, array\, and summary functions\nText formatting\nLinking data between workbooks and worksheets\nFormulas tab\nKeyboard shortcuts\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone looking to expand their proficiency with functions in ExcelPrerequisitesIntroduction to Data Processing with Excel
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/excel-2-boost-your-excel-iq-mastering-functions-5/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T163824Z
UID:10000726-1741887000-1741892400@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:AI: First Steps into AI
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our First Steps into AI Workshop\, curated to facilitate an understanding of the broad topic of Artificial Intelligence for both beginners and those with prior programming experience.  \nIn our engaging sessions\, we’ll demystify complex concepts like gradient descent\, learning rates\, privacy\, bias\, as well as delve into the realms of supervised and unsupervised learning\, empowering you with foundational AI knowledge that transcends programming proficiency. \n Workshop InformationAudienceEveryonePrerequisitesNone
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/ai-first-steps-into-ai-7/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T193000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250205T214950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T172443Z
UID:10000816-1741802400-1741807800@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:InDesign: Creating Documents with InDesign: Layout and Type
DESCRIPTION:As one of the flagship programs of the modern publishing industry\, Adobe InDesign is used for all kinds of print and digital publications. From student org brochures and departmental newsletters to professional magazines and newspapers\, InDesign is the tool of choice when it comes to laying out and publishing documents. \nIn this workshop\, students will learn how to set up projects in the InDesign workspace\, incorporate external text and images\, add styling to type and graphics\, and export projects for publishing. \nTopics covered: \n\nNavigating the Workspace\nPage Layout\nWorking with Frames and Shapes\nText and Paragraph Styles\nWorking with Graphics and Images\nIntro to Master Pages\nSaving\, Exporting & Packaging\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning to design and publish documents for print or digital media using InDesignPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/indesign-creating-documents-with-indesign-layout-and-type-2/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T200559Z
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SUMMARY:Illustrator 1: Creating Graphics with Illustrator
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, students explore the favorite tool of many creative professionals\, Adobe Illustrator. Used by designers and artists around the world\, this powerful vector graphics program makes it easy to create logos\, posters\, product labels\, icons\, website mockups and more. \nStudents will learn the basics of Illustrator\, work with shapes\, text\, and color\, and create a project from scratch. \nTopics covered: \n\nThe Illustrator Interface\nNavigating the Workspace\nWorking with Shapes\nUsing the Selection and Direct Selection Tool\nUsing the Shape Builder Tool\nDrawing with the Pen Tool\nWorking with Type\nSaving/Exporting Final Artwork\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in creating posters\, flyers\, visual art\, or any other graphic-designed items with IllustratorPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/illustrator-1-creating-graphics-with-illustrator-7/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250310T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250310T193000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T161517Z
UID:10000723-1741627800-1741635000@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Exploring NLP with Hugging Face and Foundation Models
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on workshop\, participants will learn how to leverage Hugging Face’s cutting-edge tools to build and deploy powerful Natural Language Processing (NLP) models using foundation models like BERT\, Phi-3.5\, and more. We will cover the key concepts of pre-trained transformers\, tokenization\, and fine-tuning models for tasks\, including sequence classification. \nWhether you’re new to NLP or looking to deepen your understanding of transformer-based architectures\, this workshop will offer an interactive introduction to Hugging Face’s ecosystem. Participants will explore model inferencing\, customizations\, and practical techniques for efficient deployment. \n Workshop InformationPrerequisitesProficient in Python and PyTorch\, some Machine Learning and Deep Learning Background\, some knowledge of transformers and finetuning
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/exploring-nlp-with-hugging-face-and-foundation-models-2/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T232713Z
UID:10000718-1741282200-1741287600@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Photoshop 1: Essential Photo Editing with Photoshop
DESCRIPTION:Adobe Photoshop is the industry-standard tool for digital image editing. In this workshop\, students learn how to navigate the Photoshop interface\, apply the fundamentals of digital photo correction and incorporate different tools and techniques to create a poster. \nAfter completing this workshop\, learners will know: \n\nThe basics of the Photoshop interface including Tools\, Panels\, and Layers\nThe control/modifier keys (Alt/Option\, Cmd/Ctrl\, Shift) and when to use them\nWhat Adjustment Layers are and why we use them\nWhat pixel dimensions and image resolution are\nThe difference between RGB and CMYK color modes\n\nand will be able to: \n\nNavigate the Photoshop interface\nCreate selections with the Quick Selection tool\nApply and Edit Layer Masks\nAdd and edit text with the Type tool\nSave and export documents in a variety of formats.\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning the basics of editing images using Adobe PhotoshopPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/photoshop-1-essential-photo-editing-with-photoshop-4/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T231652Z
UID:10000717-1741195800-1741203000@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Python 2: Boosting Python with Objective Oriented Programming Methods
DESCRIPTION:This STS workshop course is designed to help teach Object Oriented Programming and its corresponding syntax in Python. This course assumes you have a basic understanding of procedural programming in Python as taught in the preceding Python 1 Workshop offered by STS. \nBy the end of this course\, the learner will know: \n\nWhat a class is and its purpose in programming.\nThe is-a vs has-a relationship types.\nEncapsulation and inheritance.\nPolymorphism and why it’s useful.\n\nBy the end of this course\, the learner will be able to: \n\nUse Object Oriented Programming to more efficiently accomplish programming tasks.\nInstall external Python modules.\nCreate their own Python modules.\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning more intermediate Python skillsPrerequisitesFoundational Python for Beginners
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/python-2-boosting-python-with-objective-oriented-programming-methods/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T193000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T222602Z
UID:10000720-1741109400-1741116600@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:R1: Basics of Data Management with R
DESCRIPTION:This STS workshop introduces learners to the basics of the language\, the RStudio development environment\, and some of the most common functions\, packages\, and tools in the R ecosystem. \nThe free\, open-source  programming language R has become one of the most widely used tools for data analysis and statistical computing today. \nTopics include: \n\nSetting up R and RStudio\nBasic Syntax\nVectors\nMatrix and DataFrames\nImporting Data\nWorking with Data\nBasic Charting and Plotting\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning the basics of R and R StudioPrerequisitesBasic Computing SkillsUseful ForStatistics\, data processing\, data analysis\, automating data research
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/r1-basics-of-data-management-with-r-8/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250303T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250303T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T163750Z
UID:10000719-1741023000-1741028400@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Python 1: Foundational Python for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:This STS workshop offers an introduction to basic Python concepts that will help you become familiar with the coding basics – no previous programming experience required! \nPython is a powerful\, popular programming language that gets used for just about everything: basic coding\, graphics processing\, machine learning\, AI\, web scraping\, data analysis\, and much more. \nPython’s easy-to-read syntax makes it a great introduction for people who are new to coding\, and the large library of open-source modules make it easy to start making useful code right away. \nTopics include: \n\nWriting and running scripts in Python\nData types\nVariables and Functions\nCalculations in Python\nControl flow\nData structures\nPython’s Standard library\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning the basics of coding using PythonPrerequisitesNone
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/python-1-foundational-python-for-beginners-10/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T232721Z
UID:10000722-1740677400-1740682800@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Godot: Getting Started in Godot
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our Getting Started in Godot Workshop! Whether you’re new to game development or have some programming experience\, this workshop is crafted to introduce you to the fundamental concepts of working in Godot and to start you on your journey to building your first game. Join us as we explore Godot concepts like nodes\, scenes\, and resources which lay the groundwork for all Godot projects. This experience will be hands-on and hopefully demystify any confusion or apprehension that currently plagues your journey into the exciting realm of game development! \nImportant Notice: If you plan to join the Godot workshop\, we kindly ask you bring your personal laptop. You have the option to download Godot in advance (https://godotengine.org/download/)  or we’ll guide you through the process at the beginning of the workshop. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! \n Workshop InformationAudienceAnyone interested in game developmentPrerequisitesBasic computing skills
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/godot-getting-started-in-godot/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T161224Z
UID:10000721-1740591000-1740596400@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Premiere: Basic Video Editing with Adobe Premiere
DESCRIPTION:Adobe’s video editing suite Premiere Pro is a favorite of hobbyists and industry professionals alike. In this workshop\, students learn everything they need to cut a video together\, including: \n\nStarting a new project\nImporting and managing media files\nEditing clips\nTransitions\nTitles\nExporting and rendering\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in creating or editing videoPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/premiere-basic-video-editing-with-adobe-premiere-3/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T031444
CREATED:20250113T161321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T221628Z
UID:10000716-1740504600-1740510000@sts.doit.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:JavaScript: Building Interactive Websites with JavaScript
DESCRIPTION:Along with HTML and CSS\, JavaScript is one of the programming languages that make up the backbone of the modern internet. Where HTML defines content and CSS adds styling\, JavaScript adds interactivity and other more advanced functionality to a webpage. \nThis workshop introduces students to the syntax and basic concepts of JavaScript including variables\, loops\, functions\, and objects. \nTopics covered: \n\nIntroduction to JavaScript\nVariables\, Functions\, Objects\, and the DOM\nToDo List Web Application\nDocumentation\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning JavaScript in the context of web developmentPrerequisitesHTML 1 (what elements\, attributes\, and properties are and how they are used to create a web page)
URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/javascript-building-interactive-websites-with-javascript-2/
LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Enrollment Workshop
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