Arduino Day 2017 Manila: Guidelines for Participants and FAQs

Posted on March 23, 2017 by thinklabsec • Posted in Uncategorized • Tagged Arduino, arduino community, arduino community event, arduino competition, Arduino Day, arduino day 2015, arduino day makati, Arduino Day Manila, arduino day phil, Arduino events, arduino howto, arduino interfacing, arduino manila, Arduino motors, arduino ph, arduino phil, arduino philippines, arduino proects, arduino projects, Arduino Revolution, arduino robotics, arduino robotics seminar, arduino seminar, arduino sensors, arduino talks, arduino thinklab, arduino tutorial, arduino wo, arduino workshop, arduino workshops, ArduinoD15, arduinod15manila, egizmo, electronics workshop, gizduin, gizduino, gizduino ex, gizduino manila, gizduino philippines, gizduino robotics competition, gizduino workshop, robotics competition philippines, taft manila, thinklab, thinklab arduino, thinklab clients, thinklab collaboration, thinklab consulting, thinklab egizmo, thinklab events, thinklab gizduino, thinklab manila, thinklab philippines, thinklab seminars, thinklab services, thinklab training and consulting, thinklab UP, Thinklab workshops, weekend workshops • Leave a comment

Guidelines for Participants

I. Entrance and Registration

IMPORTANT: Please note that participants are required to confirm your slot by getting eventbrite tickets on or before March 31.

On April 1, you are required to bring a proof of identification AND a copy of the eventbrite ticket. It can be a print out, or a digital copy on your phone/device. Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID.

Walk-ins may be allowed to enter but charged a Php100.00 walk-in fee, so make sure to register prior to the event to get the discounted rates.
Registration starts at 12:00 nn, followed by a short welcome and briefing. Participants are requested to come on time. If you only want to attend specific talks/activities, you can do so.

II. Schedule of activities

Please refer to the official event website: thinklab.ph/arduinodaymanila

The actual topics and/or activities may change without prior notice

III. During the event

The goal of the event is to bring the Philippine Arduino community together to learn and share experience about Arduino while having a fun celebration of Arduino’s birthday. We would like this event to be interactive as possible so feel free to ask questions and/or share your knowledge, opinions and personal experience regarding the topic. Let us learn from each other! It does not matter if you are a newbie or a pro, there’s always something new to discover as well as ideas to contribute. 🙂
Only selected projects will be given a slot for Project Showcase sessions. You are still welcome to bring your Arduino projects, just let us know beforehand. There will be a freetalk and open session to give a chance to those who also want to share their projects or learnings about Arduino.
All participants are expected to conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner towards the community and their fellow participants during the event.
Participants are responsible for the safety of their belongings & Arduino projects, the organizers will not be held liable for any loss or damage during the event.

IV. Please note the following are STRICTLY PROHIBITED:

Unauthorized selling of any product or service inside the event venue. Only sponsors, official Arduino distributors, and sellers of Arduino compatible devices that have been authorized by the organizers are allowed to have a booth to sell Arduino related products/service. If you would like to be a sponsor please let us know.
Networking activities that are not related to Arduino Day.
Any activity that disrupts the flow of the program or cause inconvenience to the organizers/other participants. Any activity that cause damage to equipment, property, and/or project exhibits within the event premises.

Frequently asked questions

1. How do I know if I have a slot for Arduino Day Manila?

2. Is the event for free?

3. I already signed up on WordPress but I did not receive an invitation via email. Can I still attend?

4. I received an invitation from Thinklab but something came up and I’m not sure if I can attend / I can no longer attend. What should I do?

5. Are walk-ins allowed on Arduino Day?

6. Are there ID requirements to enter the event?

7. What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

8. What can/can’t I bring to the event?

9. Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

10. Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

11. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

12. The name on the registration/ticket doesn’t match the attendee. Is that okay?

1. How do I know if I have a slot for Arduino Day Manila?

You should receive Eventbrite tickets for the event whether you are a free pass holder, volunteer, or exhibitor . Tickets are limited and will serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc. If ticket ran out and you don’t get one, you will need to pay the walk-in fee of Php100.

On April 1, you are required bring a proof of identification and a copy of the eventbrite ticket. It can be a print out, or a digital copy on your phone/device. Make sure that the name and email that appears on the ticket is the same as your ID. Please note that it is strictly one person per ticket.

2. Is the event for free?The event is 100% free for those who signed up for and have FREE PASSES tickets as well as to project exhibitors and volunteers.

If you are not on the guestlist (no tickets and not registered) you are considered a walk-in participant, walk-in fee is Php100.

3. I already signed up on WordPress but I did not receive an invitation via email. Can I still attend?

Please follow up with secretariat@thinklab.com so we can send you invites. Or get your tickets directly at: EVENTBRITE If you have further clarifications regarding this, kindly contact us to confirm regarding attendance slots.

4. I received an invitation from Thinklab but something came up and I’m not sure if I can attend / I can no longer attend. What should I do?

Free passes are non-transferable. ALL-ACCESS pass can be transferred, but you are required to notify ThinkLab via email. Please send a message with Subject: Arduino Day Ticket Transfer Notification to secretariat@thinklab.ph

If you no longer want to attend, unclaimed tickets will be given to others. If you were able to get a ticket but you can’t make it, please still notify us asap so others can go instead.

5. Are walk-ins allowed on Arduino Day?

If there’s an available space inside the venue and you are willing to pay the Php100.00 walk-in fee, you are more than willing to join us.

6. Are there ID requirements to enter the event?Yes, you are required to present an ID at the building lobby and for registration purposes. Students are required to bring their valid school ID and/or registration form.

7. What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?SparkLab Innovation Center has limited parking spaced, but you have the option to park on the side streets of Matahimik Street.

8. What can/can’t I bring to the event?You are welcome to bring your Arduino projects, just let us know beforehand. There will be a freetalk and open session to give a chance to those who also want to share their projects or learnings about Arduino. For safety purposes, projects with fire hazards, and hazardous parts and materials are not allowed inside the premises.

Due to the limited space on the venue, projects that will be brought for live demo/showcase should be limited to the following dimensions:2x2ft. If your project exceeds that, we suggest that you show pictures/videos as demo instead.

9. Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?Contact us here

10. Is my registration/ticket transferable?Free passes are non-transferable. ALL-ACCESS pass can be transferred, but you are required to notify ThinkLab via email. Please send a message with Subject: Arduino Day Ticket Transfer Notification to secretariat@thinklab.ph

Please ensure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

11. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Please bring a proof of identification AND a copy of the eventbrite ticket or confirmation email. Ticket can be a print out, or a digital copy on your phone/device. Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

12. The name on the registration/ticket doesn’t match the attendee. Is that okay?Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

LARGEST GENUINO DAY HELD IN MANILA

Posted on April 16, 2016 by thinklabsec • Posted in Arduino, Events, News, Uncategorized • Tagged ACoES AMA, ADB, April 2 2016, Arduino, arduino philippines, arduino projects, ArduinoD16, Asia Development Bank, ATEN, CircuitHelp, CodeCrafts, DNP, egizmo, GeekyPinas, Genuino Day 2016, Genuino Day 2016 Manila, Genuino Day 2016 Philippines, Genuino Day 2016 TechPortal, Genuino Day Legit, Genuino Day Official, Genuino Day Real, GenuinoD16, gizduino, gizduino philippines, IdeaSpace, Largest Genuino Day, Microsoft, Microsoft Azure, NORDE, thinklab, thinklab philippines, Thinklab workshops • Leave a comment

: Genuino Day 2016 Manila Plenary

: 300-Strong

: Genuino Enthusiasts from All Around Manila and Neighboring Provinces

: 300-Strong!

: After Workshop Group Hug

: Genuino 101 Workshop

: Genuino IoT Workshop

: One of the Youngest Participants

: Revertronics Board

: Cristopher David of VR Philippines

: RJ Miguel and Gab Geslani of ThinkLab

: Elaine of RedWizard with RHS’s Salamander

: Elaine Cedillo, Angelo Javier, the Grand Raffle Winner of Google Cardboard, Arduino Yun Mini, Gizduino 644 Plus and IdeaSpace Merch, and Gab Geslani

: Angelo Javier and RJ Miguel of ThinkLab supervising the Raffle Draw

: NORDE International

: Diego Ramos with Team FIBITS

: Volunteers from Association of Computer Engineering Students of AMA University

: Rizal High School’s Salamander, their Tagisang Robotics Robot

: Rizal High School with Salamander, their Tagisang Robotics (a ThinkLab and DOST Project) Robot

: Team FIBITS Leading the Gizduino IoT Workshop

: Jude Defensor (ADB), Emil Mananquil (I am Cardboard), and Karen Ochavo (ADB) – Plenary Speakers for the Talks Session

: Allan Hao Chin (NORDE), RJ Miguel (ThinkLab), and Gabby Geslani (ThinkLab)

: Sir Chris Misola, Tech Evangelist from Microsoft talking about Arduino x Microsoft Azure

: Diego Ramos with RHS’s Salamander

: Event Organizers (ThinkLab, RedWizard & Econnext) with Event Volunteers

: Cristopher David of VR Philippines

: Google Cardboard from I am Cardboard

: Karen Ochavo and Jude Defensor of ADB, with Jun Fetizanan of Project FAME, IdeaSpace

: RJ Miguel of ThinkLab Pre-Launching SparkLab, A Makerspace venture with NORDE Inernational

*Photos courtesy of Diego Ramos, Elaine Cedillo, and Angelo Javier.

Genuino Day 2016 Manila: Guidelines for Participants and FAQs

Posted on March 12, 2016 by thinklabsec • Posted in Uncategorized • Tagged Arduino, arduino community, arduino community event, arduino competition, Arduino Day, arduino day 2015, arduino day makati, Arduino Day Manila, arduino day phil, Arduino events, arduino howto, arduino interfacing, arduino manila, Arduino motors, arduino ph, arduino phil, arduino philippines, arduino proects, arduino projects, Arduino Revolution, arduino robotics, arduino robotics seminar, arduino seminar, arduino sensors, arduino talks, arduino thinklab, arduino tutorial, arduino wo, arduino workshop, arduino workshops, ArduinoD15, arduinod15manila, egizmo, electronics workshop, gizduin, gizduino, gizduino ex, gizduino manila, gizduino philippines, gizduino robotics competition, gizduino workshop, robotics competition philippines, taft manila, thinklab, thinklab arduino, thinklab clients, thinklab collaboration, thinklab consulting, thinklab egizmo, thinklab events, thinklab gizduino, thinklab manila, thinklab philippines, thinklab seminars, thinklab services, thinklab training and consulting, thinklab UP, Thinklab workshops, weekend workshops • Leave a comment

Guidelines for Participants

I. Entrance and Registration

IMPORTANT: Please note that participants are required to confirm your slot by getting eventbrite tickets on or before March 15.

On April 2, you are required to bring a proof of identification AND a copy of the eventbrite ticket. It can be a print out, or a digital copy on your phone/device. Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. For those who will avail the student rates, please bring your school ID and/or registration form. Ticket will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

Walk-ins may be allowed to enter but charged a Php700.00 walk-in fee, so make sure to register prior to the event to get the discounted rates.
Registration starts at 9:00 am, followed by a short welcome and briefing. Participants are requested to come on time. If you only want to attend specific talks/activities, you can do so.

II. Schedule of activities

Please refer to the official event website: thinklab.ph/genuinoday
The actual topics and/or activities may change without prior notice

III. During the event

The goal of the event is to bring the Philippine Arduino community together to learn and share experience about Arduino while having a fun celebration of Arduino’s birthday. We would like this event to be interactive as possible so feel free to ask questions and/or share your knowledge, opinions and personal experience regarding the topic. Let us learn from each other! It does not matter if you are a newbie or a pro, there’s always something new to discover as well as ideas to contribute. 🙂
Only selected projects will be given a slot for Project Showcase sessions. You are still welcome to bring your Arduino projects, just let us know beforehand. There will be a freetalk and open session to give a chance to those who also want to share their projects or learnings about Arduino.
All participants are expected to conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner towards the community and their fellow participants during the event.
Participants are responsible for the safety of their belongings & Arduino projects, the organizers will not be held liable for any loss or damage during the event.

IV. Please note the following are STRICTLY PROHIBITED:

Unauthorized selling of any product or service inside the event venue. Only sponsors, official Arduino distributors, and sellers of Arduino compatible devices that have been authorized by the organizers are allowed to have a booth to sell Arduino related products/service. If you would like to be a sponsor please let us know.
Networking activities that are not related to Arduino Day.
Any activity that disrupts the flow of the program or cause inconvenience to the organizers/other participants. Any activity that cause damage to equipment, property, and/or project exhibits within the event premises.

Frequently asked questions

1. How do I know if I have a slot for Arduino Day Manila?
2. Is the event for free?
3. I already signed up on WordPress but I did not receive an invitation via email. Can I still attend?
4. I received an invitation from Thinklab but something came up and I’m not sure if I can attend / I can no longer attend. What should I do?
5. Are walk-ins allowed on Arduino Day?
6. Are there ID requirements to enter the event?
7. What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
8. What can/can’t I bring to the event?
9. Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
10. Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
11. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
12. The name on the registration/ticket doesn’t match the attendee. Is that okay?

1. How do I know if I have a slot for Arduino Day Manila?

You should receive Eventbrite tickets for the event whether you are a free pass holder, all access pass holder, volunteer, or exhibitor . Tickets are limited and will serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc. If ticket ran out and you don’t get one, you will need to pay the walk-in fee of Php700.

On April 2, you are required bring a proof of identification and a copy of the eventbrite ticket. It can be a print out, or a digital copy on your phone/device. Make sure that the name and email that appears on the ticket is the same as your ID. This will serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc. Please note that it is strictly one person per ticket.

2. Is the event for free?
The event is 100% free for those who signed up for and have FREE PASSES tickets as well as to project exhibitors and volunteers. The Early bird fee for ALL-ACCESS PASS is Php 300 for Students and Php500 for Professionals. Students need to bring their School ID / registration form to avail of Student rates.

If you are not on the guestlist (no tickets and not registered) you are considered a walk-in participant, walk-in fee is Php700.

3. I already signed up on WordPress but I did not receive an invitation via email. Can I still attend?

Please follow up with secretariat@thinklab.com so we can send you invites. Or get your tickets directly at: EVENTBRITE If you have further clarifications regarding this, kindly contact us to confirm regarding attendance slots.

4. I received an invitation from Thinklab but something came up and I’m not sure if I can attend / I can no longer attend. What should I do?

Free passes are non-transferable. ALL-ACCESS pass can be transferred, but you are required to notify ThinkLab via email. Please send a message with Subject: Genuino Day Ticket Transfer Notification to secretariat@thinklab.ph

If you no longer want to attend, unclaimed tickets will be given to others. If you were able to get a ticket but you can’t make it, please still notify us asap so others can go instead.

5. Are walk-ins allowed on Arduino Day?

If there’s an available space inside the venue and you are willing to pay the Php700.00 walk-in fee, you are more than willing to join us, however, Genuino day shirts are not guaranteed.

6. Are there ID requirements to enter the event?
Yes, you are required to present an ID at the building lobby and for registration purposes. Students are required to bring their valid school ID and/orregistration form.

7. What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
TBD

8. What can/can’t I bring to the event?
You are welcome to bring your Arduino projects, just let us know beforehand. There will be a freetalk and open session to give a chance to those who also want to share their projects or learnings about Arduino. For safety purposes, projects with fire hazards, and hazardous parts and materials are not allowed inside the premises.
Due to the limited space on the venue, projects that will be brought for live demo/showcase should be limited to the following dimensions:2x2ft. If your project exceeds that, we suggest that you show pictures/videos as demo instead.

Lunch will be provided but you can opt to bring your own food. Restaurants are also available in the building and nearby establishments.

9. Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Contact us here

10. Is my registration/ticket transferable?
Free passes are non-transferable. ALL-ACCESS pass can be transferred, but you are required to notify ThinkLab via email. Please send a message with Subject: Genuino Day Ticket Transfer Notification to secretariat@thinklab.ph

Please ensure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

11. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Please bring a proof of identification AND a copy of the eventbrite ticket or confirmation email. Ticket can be a print out, or a digital copy on your phone/device. Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

12. The name on the registration/ticket doesn’t match the attendee. Is that okay?
Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

ThinkLab is IOT Bootcamp’s official training partner!

Posted on February 18, 2016 by thinklabsec • Posted in Uncategorized • Leave a comment

Join us at the Internet of Things Summit + Hackathon 2016
Philippines towards a connected society
March 04-05, 2016 Megatrade Hall 3, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City

Thinklab is also the official training partner for the Summit’s pre-event: The IOT Bootcamp and Hackaton happening on

Date : February 20, 21 and 27, 2016
Time : 9:00am to 6:00pm
Venue : Palet Express powered by A Space
Address : Roof Deck, Molave Building, 2231 Chino Roces Ave, Makati, 1233 Metro Manila

visit http://iotexpoph.econnext.com/ for more details

We’re bringing the fun and learning to you!

Posted on January 7, 2016 by thinklabsec • Posted in Uncategorized • Leave a comment

Thank you awesome Thinkers for all your support these past six years! To show our gratitude, we are launching ThinkMOBILE: The Thinklab Discovery Caravan. We will go around the Philippines to bring free workshops, seminars and cool activities to your schools! Thinklab has planned one day of discovery and adventure on Engineering, Science and Robotics, and will travel to at least one lucky school per week.

What are you waiting for? Contact your teachers, org officers and/or school administrators and have them to sign up below. We will contact them shortly to schedule the date and discuss other details.

Be one of our very first destinations. Together let’s Learn, Create and Innovate.

2015 in review

Posted on January 6, 2016 by thinklabsec • Posted in Uncategorized • Leave a comment

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2015 annual report for this blog.

Here’s an excerpt:

The concert hall at the Sydney Opera House holds 2,700 people. This blog was viewed about 21,000 times in 2015. If it were a concert at Sydney Opera House, it would take about 8 sold-out performances for that many people to see it.

Click here to see the complete report.

Thinklab Robotics Competition 2015 Survey

Posted on April 16, 2015 by thinklabsec • Posted in Events, Uncategorized • Tagged Arduino, arduino community event, arduino competition, arduino howto, arduino interfacing, arduino manila, arduino phil, arduino philippines, arduino projects, Arduino Revolution, arduino robotics, arduino robotics seminar, arduino tutorial, arduino wo, arduino workshop, arduino workshops, egizmo, electronics workshop, gizduin, gizduino, gizduino ex, gizduino manila, gizduino philippines, gizduino robotics competition, gizduino workshop, robotics competition philippines, taft manila, thinklab, thinklab gizduino, thinklab manila, thinklab philippines, thinklab services, thinklab training and consulting, thinklab UP, Thinklab workshops, weekend workshops • Leave a comment

Something awesome is brewing at Thinklab! Please answer the survey below to help us come up with the best robotics competition for everyone. Everyone interested can answer and submit the form below. In case you are not familiar about the Tagisang Robotics competition, here is a short background:

The Tagisang Robotics: Design, Build and Play (TRC) is a varsity type robotics competition for private and public high students developed by the Department of Science and Technology – Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI). Thinklab is pround to be the official training partner for the competition since it started in 2011 until 2014. You can read more about TRC here.

Arduino Day 2015 Manila: Guidelines for Participants and FAQs

Posted on March 23, 2015 by thinklabsec • Posted in Uncategorized • Tagged Arduino, arduino community, arduino community event, arduino competition, Arduino Day, arduino day 2015, arduino day makati, Arduino Day Manila, arduino day phil, Arduino events, arduino howto, arduino interfacing, arduino manila, Arduino motors, arduino ph, arduino phil, arduino philippines, arduino proects, arduino projects, Arduino Revolution, arduino robotics, arduino robotics seminar, arduino seminar, arduino sensors, arduino talks, arduino thinklab, arduino tutorial, arduino wo, arduino workshop, arduino workshops, ArduinoD15, arduinod15manila, egizmo, electronics workshop, gizduin, gizduino, gizduino ex, gizduino manila, gizduino philippines, gizduino robotics competition, gizduino workshop, robotics competition philippines, taft manila, thinklab, thinklab arduino, thinklab clients, thinklab collaboration, thinklab consulting, thinklab egizmo, thinklab events, thinklab gizduino, thinklab manila, thinklab philippines, thinklab seminars, thinklab services, thinklab training and consulting, thinklab UP, Thinklab workshops, weekend workshops • Leave a comment

Guidelines for Participants

I. Entrance and Registration

IMPORTANT: Please note that participants are required to confirm your slot by getting eventbrite tickets on or before March 25.

On March 28, please bring a proof of identification AND a copy of the eventbrite ticket or confirmation email. It can be a print out, or a digital copy on your phone/device. Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. Ticket will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

Everyone who registered via http://wp.me/p3LnBI-9S are now welcome to attend (even without the tickets) just no guaranteed food stubs.
Walk-ins may not be allowed to enter due to the limited capacity of the event area or be charged a Php100.00 walk-in fee, so make sure to register prior to the event to get FREE entrance.
Registration starts at 10:00 am, followed by a short welcome and briefing. Participants are requested to come on time. If you only want to attend specific talks/activities, you can do so.

II. Schedule of activities

Please refer to the official event website: https://thinklabph.wordpress.com/arduinod15manila/
The actual topics and/or activities may change without prior notice

III. During the event

The goal of the event is to bring the Philippine Arduino community together to learn and share experience about Arduino while having a fun celebration of Arduino’s birthday. We would like this event to be interactive as possible so feel free to ask questions and/or share your knowledge, opinions and personal experience regarding the topic. Let us learn from each other! It does not matter if you are a newbie or a pro, there’s always something new to discover as well as ideas to contribute. 🙂
Only selected projects will be given a slot for Project Showcase sessions. You are still welcome to bring your Arduino projects, just let us know beforehand. There will be a freetalk and open session to give a chance to those who also want to share their projects or learnings about Arduino.
All participants are expected to conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner towards the community and their fellow participants during the event.
Participants are responsible for the safety of their belongings & Arduino projects, the organizers will not be held liable for any loss or damage during the event.

IV. Please note the following are STRICTLY PROHIBITED:

Unauthorized selling of any product or service inside the event venue. Only sponsors, official Arduino distributors, and sellers of Arduino compatible devices that have been authorized by the organizers are allowed to have a booth to sell Arduino related products/service. If you would like to be a sponsor please let us know.
Networking activities that are not related to Arduino Day.
Any activity that disrupts the flow of the program or cause inconvenience to the organizers/other participants. Any activity that cause damage to equipment, property, and/or project exhibits within the event premises.

Frequently asked questions

1. How do I know if I have a slot for Arduino Day Manila?

Everyone who registered via http://wp.me/p3LnBI-9S are welcome to attend. You should receive an email invitation from ThinkLab which contains a link to a eventbrite page where you can get free online tickets for the event. Tickets are limited and will serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc. If ticket ran out and you don’t get one, you can still attend, just no guaranteed seat or food stubs.

On March 28, please bring a proof of identification and a copy of the eventbrite ticket or confirmation email. It can be a print out, or a digital copy on your phone/device. Make sure that the name and email that appears on the ticket is the same as your ID. This will serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc. Please note that it is strictly one person per ticket. Only invited participants can get a ticket for the event.

2. Is the event for free?
The event is 100% free for those who signed up and have tickets. If you don’t have tickets but registered we’ll also let you in for free.
If you are not on the guestlist (no tickets and not registered) you are considered a walk-in participant.

3. I already signed up on WordPress but I did not receive an invitation via email. Can I still attend?

Yes! However we cannot guarantee you a seat or stub for snacks. We would like to welcome everyone as much as possible however the venue can only hold a certain number of people. As long as you signed up via the WordPress form you are eligible to attend. If you have further clarifications regarding this, kindly contact us to confirm regarding attendance slots.

4. I received an invitation from Thinklab but something came up and I’m not sure if I can attend / I can no longer attend. What should I do?

Please only get a ticket if you are already sure that you will attend. If you’re still unsure, kindly let us know and we will reserve your slot until March 26. If you do not confirm by then, we will give a chance to others who wish to attend.

If you no longer want to attend, unclaimed tickets will be given to others. If you were able to get a ticket but you can’t make it, please still notify us asap so others can go instead.

5. Are walk-ins allowed on Arduino Day?

If there’s an available space inside the venue and you are willing to pay the Php100.00 walk-in fee then why not?, otherwise no, sorry 😦 If you are not on the guestlist (no tickets and not registered), you are considered as a walk-in participant.

6. Are there ID requirements to enter the event?
Yes, you are required to present an ID at the building lobby and for registration purposes.

7. What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
Event venue is walking distance from MRT Ayala Ave. Station. There are also various public transport (bus, fx, etc.) available along Ayala Ave and Makati Ave.

6750 Office tower is beside Makati Shangri La Hotel and near Glorietta 3
Pay Parking is available on the building. There are also various pay parking space available nearby such as Glorietta, The Link, Greenbelt, etc.

8. What can/can’t I bring to the event?
You are welcome to bring your Arduino projects, just let us know beforehand. There will be a freetalk and open session to give a chance to those who also want to share their projects or learnings about Arduino.
Due to the limited space on the venue, projects that will be brought for live demo/showcase should be limited to the following dimensions:__________. If your project exceeds that, we suggest that you show pictures/videos as demo instead.

Light snacks will be provided but you can opt to bring your own food. Restaurants are also available in the building and nearby malls/establishments.
9. Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Contact us here

10. Is my registration/ticket transferable?
No. Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

11. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Please bring a proof of identification AND a copy of the eventbrite ticket or confirmation email. Ticket can be a print out, or a digital copy on your phone/device. Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

12. The name on the registration/ticket doesn’t match the attendee. Is that okay?
Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

2014 in review

Posted on January 29, 2015 by thinklabsec • Posted in Uncategorized • Tagged Arduino, arduino howto, arduino interfacing, arduino philippines, arduino projects, Arduino Revolution, arduino robotics seminar, arduino tutorial, arduino wo, arduino workshop, arduino workshops, electronics workshop, gizduin, gizduino, gizduino ex, gizduino philippines, gizduino workshop, thinklab, thinklab gizduino, thinklab philippines, thinklab services, thinklab training and consulting, thinklab UP, Thinklab workshops, weekend workshops • Leave a comment

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2014 annual report for this blog.

Here’s an excerpt:

The concert hall at the Sydney Opera House holds 2,700 people. This blog was viewed about 9,200 times in 2014. If it were a concert at Sydney Opera House, it would take about 3 sold-out performances for that many people to see it.

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What’s new in THINKLAB? Raspberry Pi

Posted on January 21, 2015 by thinklabsec • Posted in Uncategorized, Workshops • Tagged how to use raspberry pi, raspberry pi, RASPBERRY PI 2, raspberry pi creations, Raspberry pi new, raspberry pi philippines, raspberry pi workshop philippines, rpi, thinklab, thinklab events, thinklab new workshops, thinklab philippines, thinklab raspberry pi, thinklab seminars, thinklab services, thinklab training and consulting, Thinklab workshops, what is a raspberry pi, what new at thinklab • Leave a comment

Good News Thinkers! Another new way to Create, Invent and Innovate!

Have you heard about the Raspberry Pi? Thinklab is excited to offer Raspberry Pi Programming and Interfacing Workshop this April 2015!

Sign up to receive latest updates regarding this and Register on or before February 28 to avail of our special introductory price!

Raspberry Pi Programming and Applications Workshop

April 11, 2015 (Saturday) – Day 1: Introduction to Raspberry Pi and Basic Applications

April 18 , 2015 (Saturday) – Day 2: Interfacing with the Raspberry Pi VIA SERIAL UART

April 25, 2015 (Saturday) – Day 3: Interfacing with the Raspberry Pi VIA THE INTERNET / INTERNET OF THINGS (IoT)

TIME: 10:00 AM to 5:00PM

SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY PRICE: This promo applies to those who will make a reservation on or before Feb 28, 2015

Fees (PROMO PRICE until Feb 28)	Workshop only	*with Raspberry Pi
Per session fee ( 1 session = 1 day)	Php 2,000	Php 3,000
Student Price (1 session, for undergrad only)	Php 1,500	Php 2,500
All three sessions	Php 4,000	Php 5,000
Student Price (3 sessions)	Php 3,500	Php 4,500
*Get your own Raspberry Pi for only 1000 pesos! (Limited while supplies last)

Regular Price:

Fees for those who will make a reservation after Feb. 28, 2015

Fees (Regular)	Workshop only	*with Raspberry Pi
Per session fee	Php 3,000	Php 4,000
Student Price (for undergrad only)	Php 2,000	Php 3,000
All three sessions	Php 6,500	Php 7,500
Student Price (3 sessions)	Php 5,500	Php 6,500

Contact us to know how to secure slots for the workshop and avail of our special promo.

Tentative venue: E-Gizmo Mechatronix Central, Taft Avenue, Manila

Lecture discussion and hands-on exercises

1 Lecturer and Assisting Facilitator/s (as needed)

REQUIREMENTS :· Recommended background in Linux & Python Programming (preferred, but first-timers are welcome)

· For those who are not attending Day 1, a background in basic Raspberry Pi Programming is required.

· USB keyboard / mouse , laptop (optional)

**Venue and date are final unless participants are notified otherwise. In case of changes, registered participants will be notified via SMS AND email.

Want to know more? Check these out:

RASPBERRY PI 2

*Raspberry Pi logo and trademark owned by Raspberry Pi Foundation

Guidelines for Participants

I. Entrance and Registration

II. Schedule of activities

III. During the event

IV. Please note the following are STRICTLY PROHIBITED:

Frequently asked questions

1. How do I know if I have a slot for Arduino Day Manila?

You should receive Eventbrite tickets for the event whether you are a free pass holder, volunteer, or exhibitor . Tickets are limited and will serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc. If ticket ran out and you don’t get one, you will need to pay the walk-in fee of Php100.

2. Is the event for free?The event is 100% free for those who signed up for and have FREE PASSES tickets as well as to project exhibitors and volunteers.

If you are not on the guestlist (no tickets and not registered) you are considered a walk-in participant, walk-in fee is Php100.

3. I already signed up on WordPress but I did not receive an invitation via email. Can I still attend?

Please follow up with secretariat@thinklab.com so we can send you invites. Or get your tickets directly at: EVENTBRITE If you have further clarifications regarding this, kindly contact us to confirm regarding attendance slots.

4. I received an invitation from Thinklab but something came up and I’m not sure if I can attend / I can no longer attend. What should I do?

Free passes are non-transferable. ALL-ACCESS pass can be transferred, but you are required to notify ThinkLab via email. Please send a message with Subject: Arduino Day Ticket Transfer Notification to secretariat@thinklab.ph

If you no longer want to attend, unclaimed tickets will be given to others. If you were able to get a ticket but you can’t make it, please still notify us asap so others can go instead.

5. Are walk-ins allowed on Arduino Day?

If there’s an available space inside the venue and you are willing to pay the Php100.00 walk-in fee, you are more than willing to join us.

6. Are there ID requirements to enter the event?Yes, you are required to present an ID at the building lobby and for registration purposes. Students are required to bring their valid school ID and/or registration form.

7. What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?SparkLab Innovation Center has limited parking spaced, but you have the option to park on the side streets of Matahimik Street.

9. Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?Contact us here

10. Is my registration/ticket transferable?Free passes are non-transferable. ALL-ACCESS pass can be transferred, but you are required to notify ThinkLab via email. Please send a message with Subject: Arduino Day Ticket Transfer Notification to secretariat@thinklab.ph

Please ensure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

11. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Please bring a proof of identification AND a copy of the eventbrite ticket or confirmation email. Ticket can be a print out, or a digital copy on your phone/device. Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

12. The name on the registration/ticket doesn’t match the attendee. Is that okay?Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

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Guidelines for Participants

I. Entrance and Registration

II. Schedule of activities

III. During the event

IV. Please note the following are STRICTLY PROHIBITED:

Frequently asked questions

1. How do I know if I have a slot for Arduino Day Manila?

You should receive Eventbrite tickets for the event whether you are a free pass holder, all access pass holder, volunteer, or exhibitor . Tickets are limited and will serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc. If ticket ran out and you don’t get one, you will need to pay the walk-in fee of Php700.

If you are not on the guestlist (no tickets and not registered) you are considered a walk-in participant, walk-in fee is Php700.

3. I already signed up on WordPress but I did not receive an invitation via email. Can I still attend?

Please follow up with secretariat@thinklab.com so we can send you invites. Or get your tickets directly at: EVENTBRITE If you have further clarifications regarding this, kindly contact us to confirm regarding attendance slots.

4. I received an invitation from Thinklab but something came up and I’m not sure if I can attend / I can no longer attend. What should I do?

Free passes are non-transferable. ALL-ACCESS pass can be transferred, but you are required to notify ThinkLab via email. Please send a message with Subject: Genuino Day Ticket Transfer Notification to secretariat@thinklab.ph

If you no longer want to attend, unclaimed tickets will be given to others. If you were able to get a ticket but you can’t make it, please still notify us asap so others can go instead.

5. Are walk-ins allowed on Arduino Day?

If there’s an available space inside the venue and you are willing to pay the Php700.00 walk-in fee, you are more than willing to join us, however, Genuino day shirts are not guaranteed.

6. Are there ID requirements to enter the event? Yes, you are required to present an ID at the building lobby and for registration purposes. Students are required to bring their valid school ID and/orregistration form.

7. What are my transport/parking options getting to the event? TBD

Lunch will be provided but you can opt to bring your own food. Restaurants are also available in the building and nearby establishments.

9. Where can I contact the organizer with any questions? Contact us here

10. Is my registration/ticket transferable? Free passes are non-transferable. ALL-ACCESS pass can be transferred, but you are required to notify ThinkLab via email. Please send a message with Subject: Genuino Day Ticket Transfer Notification to secretariat@thinklab.ph

Please ensure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

11. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Please bring a proof of identification AND a copy of the eventbrite ticket or confirmation email. Ticket can be a print out, or a digital copy on your phone/device. Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

12. The name on the registration/ticket doesn’t match the attendee. Is that okay? Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

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Guidelines for Participants

I. Entrance and Registration

II. Schedule of activities

III. During the event

IV. Please note the following are STRICTLY PROHIBITED:

Frequently asked questions

1. How do I know if I have a slot for Arduino Day Manila?

2. Is the event for free? The event is 100% free for those who signed up and have tickets. If you don’t have tickets but registered we’ll also let you in for free. If you are not on the guestlist (no tickets and not registered) you are considered a walk-in participant.

3. I already signed up on WordPress but I did not receive an invitation via email. Can I still attend?

4. I received an invitation from Thinklab but something came up and I’m not sure if I can attend / I can no longer attend. What should I do?

Please only get a ticket if you are already sure that you will attend. If you’re still unsure, kindly let us know and we will reserve your slot until March 26. If you do not confirm by then, we will give a chance to others who wish to attend.

If you no longer want to attend, unclaimed tickets will be given to others. If you were able to get a ticket but you can’t make it, please still notify us asap so others can go instead.

5. Are walk-ins allowed on Arduino Day?

If there’s an available space inside the venue and you are willing to pay the Php100.00 walk-in fee then why not?, otherwise no, sorry 😦 If you are not on the guestlist (no tickets and not registered), you are considered as a walk-in participant.

6. Are there ID requirements to enter the event? Yes, you are required to present an ID at the building lobby and for registration purposes.

7. What are my transport/parking options getting to the event? Event venue is walking distance from MRT Ayala Ave. Station. There are also various public transport (bus, fx, etc.) available along Ayala Ave and Makati Ave.

6. Are there ID requirements to enter the event?
Yes, you are required to present an ID at the building lobby and for registration purposes. Students are required to bring their valid school ID and/orregistration form.

7. What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
TBD

9. Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Contact us here

10. Is my registration/ticket transferable?
Free passes are non-transferable. ALL-ACCESS pass can be transferred, but you are required to notify ThinkLab via email. Please send a message with Subject: Genuino Day Ticket Transfer Notification to secretariat@thinklab.ph

12. The name on the registration/ticket doesn’t match the attendee. Is that okay?
Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

2. Is the event for free?
The event is 100% free for those who signed up and have tickets. If you don’t have tickets but registered we’ll also let you in for free.
If you are not on the guestlist (no tickets and not registered) you are considered a walk-in participant.

6. Are there ID requirements to enter the event?
Yes, you are required to present an ID at the building lobby and for registration purposes.

7. What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
Event venue is walking distance from MRT Ayala Ave. Station. There are also various public transport (bus, fx, etc.) available along Ayala Ave and Makati Ave.

6750 Office tower is beside Makati Shangri La Hotel and near Glorietta 3
Pay Parking is available on the building. There are also various pay parking space available nearby such as Glorietta, The Link, Greenbelt, etc.

Light snacks will be provided but you can opt to bring your own food. Restaurants are also available in the building and nearby malls/establishments.
9. Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Contact us here

10. Is my registration/ticket transferable?
No. Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.

12. The name on the registration/ticket doesn’t match the attendee. Is that okay?
Make sure that the name on the ticket is the same as on your ID. This will also serve as a stub for snacks, raffle, etc.