BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscover y.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fro m CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/madison-wi/src-19068.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-WR-CALDESC:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscove ry.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fr om CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - madison-wi BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Beginner's Guide to Programming DTSTART:20260914T223000Z DTEND:20260915T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001032-1789407000-1789412400@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:Curious about coding but don’t know where to start? \nThis w orkshop unpacks programming and coding from the ground up. It explains the terms and structures used in most modern programming languages and introd uces some basic computer science concepts in an accessible\, easy to diges t format with no technical background knowledge required. \nIf you’re in terested in picking up some coding skills yourself or are just curious abo ut how programming works\, this workshop gives you everything you need to get started. \nNote: this workshop doesn’t go into detail on a particula r programming language (like Java\, Python\, or JavaScript)\, but it provi des background knowledge that will be helpful for anyone interested in lea rning more about specific languages later on. \nTopics include: \n\nWhat e xactly a computer does and how programming fits into the picture\nEssentia l 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 In formationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in getting familia r with the basics of programming and coding - no technical knowledge requi red.PrerequisitesNone LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/a-beginners-guide-to-programming-14 / X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SQL: Introduction to Databases with SQL DTSTART:20260914T223000Z DTEND:20260915T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001044-1789407000-1789412400@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:***IMPORTANT: PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP*** for workshops sc heduled at Morgridge Hall! There are no desktop computers at this location and only a limited number of laptops to check-out from the front desk. \n 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 conc epts\nBasic SQL queries and syntax\nCreating tables\nAnalysis with SQL\nEx porting 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 LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2538 Morgridge Hall\, 1205 University Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/sql-introduction-to-databases-with- sql-16/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Python 1: Foundational Python for Beginners DTSTART:20260915T223000Z DTEND:20260916T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001033-1789493400-1789498800@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:This STS workshop offers an introduction to basic Python conce pts that will help you become familiar with the coding basics – no previ ous programming experience required! \nPython is a powerful\, popular prog ramming 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 introd uction for people who are new to coding\, and the large library of open-so urce 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\nPyt hon’s Standard library\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudi enceAnyone interested in learning the basics of coding using PythonPrerequ isitesNone LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/python-1-foundational-python-for-be ginners-20/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:GitHub: Git and GitHub for Beginners DTSTART:20260915T223000Z DTEND:20260916T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001046-1789493400-1789498800@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:***IMPORTANT: PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP WITH DOWNLOADED SOF TWARE*** for workshops scheduled at Morgridge Hall! There are no desktop c omputers at this location and only a limited number of laptops to check-ou t from the front desk. \nDownload GitHub Desktop for free: https://desktop .github.com/download/ \nCreate a free GitHub account: https://github.com/s ignup \nNeed to use git for class but don’t know where to start? This wo rkshop is for you! \nThis workshop covers the basics of using git for vers ion control and explores how to use it with the popular cloud-based platfo rm 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 repos itories from GitHub\nMerging\nBranches\nConflicts\n\nNOTE: Before attendin g this session\, learners should: \n\nDownload and install the GitHub Desk top app: https://desktop.github.com/download/\nCreate an account on GitHub : https://github.com/signup\n\n Workshop InformationAudienceAnyone who wan ts to learn how to use git and GitHubPrerequisitesBasic computer proficien cyUseful ForComputer Science majors\, Data Science majors\, anyone who wan ts to use version control for their projects LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2538 Morgridge Hall\, 1205 University Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/github-git-and-github-for-beginners -7/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Excel 1: Introduction to Data Processing with Excel DTSTART:20260916T223000Z DTEND:20260917T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001045-1789579800-1789585200@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:***IMPORTANT: PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP WITH DOWNLOADED SOF TWARE*** for workshops scheduled at Morgridge Hall! There are no desktop c omputers at this location and only a limited number of laptops to check-ou t from the front desk. \nDownload Excel for free from the Office 365 Porta l (make sure you are signed in with your school email): https://portal.off ice.com/account \nThis workshop is an introduction to working with data in Excel. Students will learn spreadsheet terminology\, the basics of the Ex cel interface\, how to create and edit spreadsheets\, and how to generate charts and graphs from data. \nTopics include: \n\nNavigating the Excel en vironment\nEntering and editing data\nUsing formulas and functions\nViewin g\, sorting\, and filtering data\nCharting\n\n Workshop InformationWorksho p ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning how to work with data in ExcelPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2538 Morgridge Hall\, 1205 University Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/excel-1-introduction-to-data-proces sing-with-excel-18/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Figma: Intro to the Collaborative Interface Design Tool DTSTART:20260916T230000Z DTEND:20260917T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001034-1789581600-1789587000@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:This workshop covers the main functionality of the popular des ign tool Figma. \nTopics include: \n\nAn overview of the basic concepts of Figma and how it improves the design process\nThe primary user interface design tools and features\nHow to create interactive prototypes and user i nterface elements\nWays to improve efficiency and consistency while using Figma\n\n Workshop InformationAudienceAnyone interested in user interface design or app developmentPrerequisitesBasic computer use\, internet access \, a Figma accountUseful ForApp developers\, interface designers LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/figma-intro-to-the-collaborative-in terface-design-tool-5/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VS Code: A Hands-On Introduction to the Developer’s Editor DTSTART:20260917T223000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001035-1789666200-1789671600@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:This beginner-friendly workshop introduces you to Visual Studi o Code (VS Code) — a free\, open-source\, and highly customisable code e ditor. Whether you’re new to coding or transitioning from another editor \, this session is designed to help you set up and navigate VS Code with c onfidence.\n \n\nInstalling and launching VS Code across operating systems \nOpening folders and creating workspaces\nUnderstanding the user interfac e: Explorer\, Source Control\, Extensions\, Terminal\, and Debug panels\nC ustomizing your environment: changing themes\, font size\, and enabling Au to Save\nWorking efficiently with keyboard shortcuts\, split editors\, and minimap navigation\nUsing the built-in terminal to run commands and manag e project files\nInstalling and using essential extensions like Prettier\, Live Server\, and Auto Rename Tag\nBasics of Git integration through the Source Control tab\nIntroduction to debugging tools and setting breakpoint s LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/vs-code-a-hands-on-introduction-to- the-developers-editor-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:R1: Basics of Data Management with R DTSTART:20260917T223000Z DTEND:20260918T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001047-1789666200-1789673400@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:***IMPORTANT: PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP WITH DOWNLOADED SOF TWARE*** for workshops scheduled at Morgridge Hall! There are no desktop c omputers at this location and only a limited number of laptops to check-ou t from the front desk. \nDownload R: and RStudio for free prior to class ( follow steps 1 and 2): https://posit.co/download/rstudio-desktop/ \nThis S TS workshop introduces learners to the basics of the language\, the RStudi o development environment\, and some of the most common functions\, packag es\, 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 RS tudio\nBasic Syntax\nVectors\nMatrix and DataFrames\nImporting Data\nWorki ng with Data\nBasic Charting and Plotting\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning the basics of R and R S tudioPrerequisitesBasic Computing SkillsUseful ForStatistics\, data proces sing\, data analysis\, automating data research LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2538 Morgridge Hall\, 1205 University Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/r1-basics-of-data-management-with-r -17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Excel 1: Introduction to Data Processing with Excel DTSTART:20260921T223000Z DTEND:20260922T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001036-1790011800-1790017200@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:This workshop is an introduction to working with data in Excel . Students will learn spreadsheet terminology\, the basics of the Excel in terface\, how to create and edit spreadsheets\, and how to generate charts and graphs from data. \nTopics include: \n\nNavigating the Excel environm ent\nEntering and editing data\nUsing formulas and functions\nViewing\, so rting\, and filtering data\nCharting\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop Manu alManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning how to work with data in Exc elPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/excel-1-introduction-to-data-proces sing-with-excel-17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VS Code: A Hands-On Introduction to the Developer’s Editor DTSTART:20260921T223000Z DTEND:20260922T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001041-1790011800-1790017200@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:This beginner-friendly workshop introduces you to Visual Studi o Code (VS Code) — a free\, open-source\, and highly customisable code e ditor. Whether you’re new to coding or transitioning from another editor \, this session is designed to help you set up and navigate VS Code with c onfidence.\n \n\nInstalling and launching VS Code across operating systems \nOpening folders and creating workspaces\nUnderstanding the user interfac e: Explorer\, Source Control\, Extensions\, Terminal\, and Debug panels\nC ustomizing your environment: changing themes\, font size\, and enabling Au to Save\nWorking efficiently with keyboard shortcuts\, split editors\, and minimap navigation\nUsing the built-in terminal to run commands and manag e project files\nInstalling and using essential extensions like Prettier\, Live Server\, and Auto Rename Tag\nBasics of Git integration through the Source Control tab\nIntroduction to debugging tools and setting breakpoint s LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2538 Morgridge Hall\, 1205 University Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/vs-code-a-hands-on-introduction-to- the-developers-editor-7/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Python 1: Foundational Python for Beginners DTSTART:20260922T223000Z DTEND:20260923T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001049-1790098200-1790103600@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:***IMPORTANT: PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP*** for workshops sc heduled at Morgridge Hall! There are no desktop computers at this location and only a limited number of laptops to check-out from the front desk. \n This STS workshop offers an introduction to basic Python concepts that wil l help you become familiar with the coding basics – no previous programm ing experience required! \nPython is a powerful\, popular programming lang uage that gets used for just about everything: basic coding\, graphics pro cessing\, machine learning\, AI\, web scraping\, data analysis\, and much more. \nPython’s easy-to-read syntax makes it a great introduction for p eople 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 Functio ns\nCalculations in Python\nControl flow\nData structures\nPython’s Stan dard library\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone i nterested in learning the basics of coding using PythonPrerequisitesNone LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2538 Morgridge Hall\, 1205 University Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/python-1-foundational-python-for-be ginners-22/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Illustrator 1: Creating Graphics with Illustrator DTSTART:20260922T223000Z DTEND:20260923T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180216Z UID:10001039-1790098200-1790103600@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech 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\, tex t\, and color\, and create a project from scratch. \nTopics covered: \n\nT he Illustrator Interface\nNavigating the Workspace\nWorking with Shapes\nU sing the Selection and Direct Selection Tool\nUsing the Shape Builder Tool \nDrawing with the Pen Tool\nWorking with Type\nSaving/Exporting Final Art work\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone intereste d in creating posters\, flyers\, visual art\, or any other graphic-designe d items with IllustratorPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180216Z LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/illustrator-1-creating-graphics-wit h-illustrator-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Photoshop 1: Essential Photo Editing with Photoshop DTSTART:20260923T223000Z DTEND:20260924T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001038-1790184600-1790190000@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Adobe Photoshop is the industry-standard tool for digital imag e editing. In this workshop\, students learn how to navigate the Photoshop interface\, apply the fundamentals of digital photo correction and incorp orate different tools and techniques to create a poster. \nAfter completin g this workshop\, learners will know: \n\nThe basics of the Photoshop inte rface including Tools\, Panels\, and Layers\nThe control/modifier keys (Al t/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\nT he difference between RGB and CMYK color modes\n\nand will be able to: \n\ nNavigate the Photoshop interface\nCreate selections with the Quick Select ion 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 Informat ionWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning the basics o f editing images using Adobe PhotoshopPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/photoshop-1-essential-photo-editing -with-photoshop-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Figma: Intro to the Collaborative Interface Design Tool DTSTART:20260923T230000Z DTEND:20260924T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001050-1790186400-1790191800@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:***IMPORTANT: PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP*** for workshops sc heduled at Morgridge Hall! There are no desktop computers at this location and only a limited number of laptops to check-out from the front desk. \n This workshop covers the main functionality of the popular design tool Fig ma. \nTopics include: \n\nAn overview of the basic concepts of Figma and h ow it improves the design process\nThe primary user interface design tools and features\nHow to create interactive prototypes and user interface ele ments\nWays to improve efficiency and consistency while using Figma\n\n Wo rkshop InformationAudienceAnyone interested in user interface design or ap p developmentPrerequisitesBasic computer use\, internet access\, a Figma a ccountUseful ForApp developers\, interface designers LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2538 Morgridge Hall\, 1205 University Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/figma-intro-to-the-collaborative-in terface-design-tool-6/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Beginner's Guide to Programming DTSTART:20260924T223000Z DTEND:20260925T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001051-1790271000-1790276400@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:***IMPORTANT: PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP*** for workshops sc heduled at Morgridge Hall! There are no desktop computers at this location and only a limited number of laptops to check-out from the front desk. \n Curious about coding but don’t know where to start? \nThis workshop unpa cks programming and coding from the ground up. It explains the terms and s tructures used in most modern programming languages and introduces some ba sic computer science concepts in an accessible\, easy to digest format wit h no technical background knowledge required. \nIf you’re interested in picking up some coding skills yourself or are just curious about how progr amming works\, this workshop gives you everything you need to get started. \nNote: this workshop doesn’t go into detail on a particular programmin g language (like Java\, Python\, or JavaScript)\, but it provides backgrou nd knowledge that will be helpful for anyone interested in learning more a bout specific languages later on. \nTopics include: \n\nWhat exactly a com puter does and how programming fits into the picture\nEssential programmin g concepts like variables\, functions\, data types\, loops\, and condit ionals are and how they are used\nHow programs are structured and execute d\nTools and apps that make programming easier\n\n Workshop InformationWor kshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in getting familiar with the b asics of programming and coding - no technical knowledge required.Prerequi sitesNone LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2538 Morgridge Hall\, 1205 University Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/a-beginners-guide-to-programming-15 / X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:R1: Basics of Data Management with R DTSTART:20260924T223000Z DTEND:20260925T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180216Z UID:10001037-1790271000-1790278200@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:This STS workshop introduces learners to the basics of the lan guage\, the RStudio development environment\, and some of the most common functions\, packages\, and tools in the R ecosystem. \nThe free\, open-sou rce  programming language R has become one of the most widely used tools for data analysis and statistical computing today. \nTopics include: \n\nS etting up R and RStudio\nBasic Syntax\nVectors\nMatrix and DataFrames\nImp orting Data\nWorking with Data\nBasic Charting and Plotting\n\n Workshop I nformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning the b asics of R and R StudioPrerequisitesBasic Computing SkillsUseful ForStatis tics\, data processing\, data analysis\, automating data research LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180216Z LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/r1-basics-of-data-management-with-r -16/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Python 1: Foundational Python for Beginners DTSTART:20260928T223000Z DTEND:20260929T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001040-1790616600-1790622000@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:This STS workshop offers an introduction to basic Python conce pts that will help you become familiar with the coding basics – no previ ous programming experience required! \nPython is a powerful\, popular prog ramming 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 introd uction for people who are new to coding\, and the large library of open-so urce 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\nPyt hon’s Standard library\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudi enceAnyone interested in learning the basics of coding using PythonPrerequ isitesNone LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/python-1-foundational-python-for-be ginners-21/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Excel 2: Boost Your Excel IQ: Mastering Functions DTSTART:20260928T223000Z DTEND:20260929T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001054-1790616600-1790622000@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:***IMPORTANT: PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP WITH DOWNLOADED SOF TWARE*** for workshops scheduled at Morgridge Hall! There are no desktop c omputers at this location and only a limited number of laptops to check-ou t from the front desk. \nDownload Excel for free from the Office 365 Porta l (make sure you are signed in with your school email): https://portal.off ice.com/account \nThis workshop expands on the material in Excel 1 and int roduces a wider array of built-in functions to make working with data easi er. \nTopics include: \n\nLogical functions including COUNT and COUNTIF\nL ookup\, array\, and summary functions\nText formatting\nLinking data betwe en workbooks and worksheets\nFormulas tab\nKeyboard shortcuts\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone looking to expand their pr oficiency with functions in ExcelPrerequisitesIntroduction to Data Process ing with Excel LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2538 Morgridge Hall\, 1205 University Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/excel-2-boost-your-excel-iq-masteri ng-functions-9/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:GitHub: Git and GitHub for Beginners DTSTART:20260929T223000Z DTEND:20260930T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001048-1790703000-1790708400@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:***IMPORTANT: PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP WITH DOWNLOADED SOF TWARE*** for workshops scheduled at Morgridge Hall! There are no desktop c omputers at this location and only a limited number of laptops to check-ou t from the front desk. \nDownload GitHub Desktop for free: https://desktop .github.com/download/ \nCreate a free GitHub account: https://github.com/s ignup \nNeed to use git for class but don’t know where to start? This wo rkshop is for you! \nThis workshop covers the basics of using git for vers ion control and explores how to use it with the popular cloud-based platfo rm 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 repos itories from GitHub\nMerging\nBranches\nConflicts\n\nNOTE: Before attendin g this session\, learners should: \n\nDownload and install the GitHub Desk top app: https://desktop.github.com/download/\nCreate an account on GitHub : https://github.com/signup\n\n Workshop InformationAudienceAnyone who wan ts to learn how to use git and GitHubPrerequisitesBasic computer proficien cyUseful ForComputer Science majors\, Data Science majors\, anyone who wan ts to use version control for their projects LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/github-git-and-github-for-beginners -8/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:How to (Actually) Use AI DTSTART:20260929T223000Z DTEND:20260930T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001053-1790703000-1790708400@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:***IMPORTANT: PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP*** for workshops sc heduled at Morgridge Hall! There are no desktop computers at this location and only a limited number of laptops to check-out from the front desk. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2538 Morgridge Hall\, 1205 University Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/how-to-actually-use-ai/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SQL: Introduction to Databases with SQL DTSTART:20260930T223000Z DTEND:20261001T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001042-1790789400-1790796600@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:Structured Query Language (SQL) is a programming language used to interact with databases and create datasets. It is a useful tool for d ata analysts\, software developers\, and researchers to create and structu re data for analysis and modeling. \nTopics Covered: \n\nIntroduction to d atabase 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 we ll as basic database conceptsPrerequisitesBasic understanding of programmi ng and what a table is LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/sql-introduction-to-databases-with- sql-15/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Python 2: Boosting Python with Objective Oriented Programming Meth ods DTSTART:20260930T223000Z DTEND:20261001T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001052-1790789400-1790796600@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:***IMPORTANT: PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP*** for workshops sc heduled at Morgridge Hall! There are no desktop computers at this location and only a limited number of laptops to check-out from the front desk. \n This STS workshop course is designed to help teach Object Oriented Program ming 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.\n Polymorphism and why it’s useful.\n\nBy the end of this course\, the lea rner will be able to: \n\nUse Object Oriented Programming to more efficien tly accomplish programming tasks.\nInstall external Python modules.\nCreat e their own Python modules.\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualA udienceAnyone interested in learning more intermediate Python skillsPrereq uisitesFoundational Python for Beginners LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2538 Morgridge Hall\, 1205 University Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/python-2-boosting-python-with-objec tive-oriented-programming-methods-7/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Python 1: Foundational Python for Beginners DTSTART:20261001T223000Z DTEND:20261002T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001055-1790875800-1790881200@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:***IMPORTANT: PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP*** for workshops sc heduled at Morgridge Hall! There are no desktop computers at this location and only a limited number of laptops to check-out from the front desk. \n This STS workshop offers an introduction to basic Python concepts that wil l help you become familiar with the coding basics – no previous programm ing experience required! \nPython is a powerful\, popular programming lang uage that gets used for just about everything: basic coding\, graphics pro cessing\, machine learning\, AI\, web scraping\, data analysis\, and much more. \nPython’s easy-to-read syntax makes it a great introduction for p eople 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 Functio ns\nCalculations in Python\nControl flow\nData structures\nPython’s Stan dard library\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone i nterested in learning the basics of coding using PythonPrerequisitesNone LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2538 Morgridge Hall\, 1205 University Ave\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/python-1-foundational-python-for-be ginners-23/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:R2: Data Transformation Mastery: From dplyr to ggplot in R DTSTART:20261001T223000Z DTEND:20261002T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001043-1790875800-1790883000@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:When using R and RStudio you’ll find yourself using imported packages frequently. There are so many shortcuts and easy tricks that hav e been developed and put into packages for our use\, it’d be a waste not to utilize them. This workshop introduces some of the most common shortcu ts and packages\, including the popular tidyverse\, which is essential for   “tidying” up data for easier processing. \nNote: If you are using y our own device for this workshop\, you may want to install the tidyverse p ackage ahead of time. Feel free to contact STS for help installing and con figuring this package. \nTopics Covered Include: \n\nInstalling R Packages (tidyverse)\nManipulating data frames with Dplyr\nVisualizing data basis with ggplot\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone in terested in more advanced features of R and R StudioPrerequisitesBasics of Data Management with R LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:2257 College Library\, 600 N. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\ , United States URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/r2-data-transformation-mastery-from -dplyr-to-ggplot-in-r-7/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:R1: Basics of Data Management with R DTSTART:20261102T233000Z DTEND:20261103T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001056-1793640600-1793647800@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:This STS workshop introduces learners to the basics of the lan guage\, the RStudio development environment\, and some of the most common functions\, packages\, and tools in the R ecosystem. \nThe free\, open-sou rce  programming language R has become one of the most widely used tools for data analysis and statistical computing today. \nTopics include: \n\nS etting up R and RStudio\nBasic Syntax\nVectors\nMatrix and DataFrames\nImp orting Data\nWorking with Data\nBasic Charting and Plotting\n\n Workshop I nformationWorkshop ManualManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning the b asics of R and R StudioPrerequisitesBasic Computing SkillsUseful ForStatis tics\, data processing\, data analysis\, automating data research LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:Zoom URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/r1-basics-of-data-management-with-r -18/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:How to (Actually) Use AI DTSTART:20261103T233000Z DTEND:20261104T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001057-1793727000-1793732400@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:#N/A LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:Zoom URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/how-to-actually-use-ai-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SQL: Introduction to Databases with SQL DTSTART:20261104T233000Z DTEND:20261105T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001058-1793813400-1793818800@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:Structured Query Language (SQL) is a programming language used to interact with databases and create datasets. It is a useful tool for d ata analysts\, software developers\, and researchers to create and structu re data for analysis and modeling. \nTopics Covered: \n\nIntroduction to d atabase 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 we ll as basic database conceptsPrerequisitesBasic understanding of programmi ng and what a table is LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:Zoom URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/sql-introduction-to-databases-with- sql-17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Python 1: Foundational Python for Beginners DTSTART:20261105T233000Z DTEND:20261106T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001059-1793899800-1793905200@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:This STS workshop offers an introduction to basic Python conce pts that will help you become familiar with the coding basics – no previ ous programming experience required! \nPython is a powerful\, popular prog ramming 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 introd uction for people who are new to coding\, and the large library of open-so urce 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\nPyt hon’s Standard library\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop ManualManualAudi enceAnyone interested in learning the basics of coding using PythonPrerequ isitesNone LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:Zoom URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/python-1-foundational-python-for-be ginners-24/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Excel 1: Introduction to Data Processing with Excel DTSTART:20261109T233000Z DTEND:20261110T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001061-1794245400-1794250800@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:This workshop is an introduction to working with data in Excel . Students will learn spreadsheet terminology\, the basics of the Excel in terface\, how to create and edit spreadsheets\, and how to generate charts and graphs from data. \nTopics include: \n\nNavigating the Excel environm ent\nEntering and editing data\nUsing formulas and functions\nViewing\, so rting\, and filtering data\nCharting\n\n Workshop InformationWorkshop Manu alManualAudienceAnyone interested in learning how to work with data in Exc elPrerequisitesBasic Computing Skills LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:Zoom URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/excel-1-introduction-to-data-proces sing-with-excel-19/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:GitHub: Git and GitHub for Beginners DTSTART:20261110T233000Z DTEND:20261111T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T221419Z UID:10001060-1794331800-1794337200@sts.doit.wisc.edu CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:Need to use git for class but don’t know where to start? Thi s 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 pl atform GitHub using the GitHub desktop app – no previous knowledge of gi t\, GitHub\, or command lines required! \nTopics in this workshop include: \n\nCreating file repositories\, or repos\nCommits\nPushing and pulling r epositories from GitHub\nMerging\nBranches\nConflicts\n\nNOTE: Before atte nding this session\, learners should: \n\nDownload and install the GitHub Desktop app: https://desktop.github.com/download/\nCreate an account on Gi tHub: https://github.com/signup\n\n Workshop InformationAudienceAnyone who wants to learn how to use git and GitHubPrerequisitesBasic computer profi ciencyUseful ForComputer Science majors\, Data Science majors\, anyone who wants to use version control for their projects LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221419Z LOCATION:Zoom URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshop/github-git-and-github-for-beginners -9/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Software Training for Students X-SOURCE-URL:https://sts.doit.wisc.edu/workshops/custom-workshops END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR