Hello everyone,
A fresh look for SussexDigital
SussexDigital has had a redesign. The aim is simple: make it easier to find what you came for, whether that’s a meetup, a job, a community to join or somewhere to work.
The martlet and Sussex blue and gold are still there, with clearer listings, stronger type and a layout that works better on a phone. There’s a dark mode too.
Have a look around. I’d love to hear what you think, especially if something isn’t working as it should.
Out and about this week
AWS Brighton: Once Upon an Agentic AI
Tuesday 27 October · 6pm to 8pm · Freedom Works, Brighton
A hands-on workshop building AI agents with AWS’s Strands framework. Basic Python knowledge will help, and bring a laptop if you want to follow along. You can also come along for the conversation.
Work From Here Wednesday
Wednesday 28 October · From 8:30am · Crawley Innovation Centre
A change of scene for freelancers, business owners and remote workers, with opportunities to meet people and share ideas. Free to attend, but book ahead.
Inclusive user research workshop
Wednesday 28 October · 6pm to 8:30pm · Brighton
Let’s Talk UX Brighton explores how to make research sessions more inclusive for disabled participants, from planning and moderation to the language we use.
Brighton Blockchain Meetup
Wednesday 28 October · 7pm to 9:15pm · Brighton & Hove
A casual social for people interested in blockchain and crypto, with space to meet others and talk about what’s happening.
WorthingDigital Social
Thursday 29 October · 7pm to 10pm · The Old Bike Store, Worthing
No talks or agenda, just a drink and a chat with people working in, or curious about, digital, tech, design, data and more.
One for the diary: FFConf
FFConf returns to the Duke of York’s cinema in Brighton on Friday 13 November, with a full day of talks about the web and the people building it.
This year’s programme includes accessible browser games, web sustainability, responsible animation and even recreating DOOM in CSS. There are student prices and an inclusion scholarship programme too.
A reminder about Tech Talent Champions
If you’re thinking about bringing someone junior into your business, take a look at Tech Talent Champions.
Delivered by TechNative Digital and Sussex Innovation, the programme connects Sussex employers with people looking for their first professional role in AI, cyber and digital technology. Candidates demonstrate their skills through practical challenges, and employers get support with hiring and developing them. There are no recruitment fees.
There’s also a route for people looking for that first opportunity. If that sounds like you, or someone you know, it’s worth a look.
Find out about Tech Talent Champions
A couple of jobs
Graduate Technology Consultant
Grayce · Burgess Hill · On-site
A graduate technology opportunity with a starting salary of £28,900.
Core Engine Programmer
IO Interactive · Brighton among the hybrid locations
An experienced C++ role working on game engine technology.
That’s it for this week
If you know someone who’d find this useful, please pass it on.
Spotted something missing, got something to share, or have thoughts on the new site? Reply to this email or contact info@sussex.digital.
Have a good week,
Mark
SussexDigital
Independent. Community-run. Built in Sussex.