Cyberdecks : From scifi to reality
Cyberdecks: what are they, why are people making them and how far can I get towards making my sci-fi dreams a reality? There's been a trend in some (admittedly niche) areas of the internet for making cyberdecks. These devices started out in 1970s sci-fi novels as personal devices hackers owned, came on screen in 1990s techno-optimist films and now young people online are making their own using Raspberry Pis and hot-glue guns. In my talk I want to briefly explain the internet subculture, show off my progress into making my very own and explain how creative side projects like this can bring use back to what is currently just e-waste. A perfect talk for anyone who reads too much sci-fi and wants to bring creativity back to their side projects.
Dervla O'Brien
Software Engineer for Instil and sometimes volunteer at NI Raspberry Jam. Passionate about arts and technology crossover projects.