Talking Raspberry Pi with David Cohen on The Road to Macstock

Chuck Joiner once again treats us to a behind the scenes look at Macstock, it’s presenters, and sponsors in his special MacVoices video series, The Road to Macstock! In this installment of The Road to Macstock 2017 Chuck chats with David Cohen about a tiny computer revolution that’s been sweeping the educational and Maker communities by storm.

This Road to Macstock goes across the pond to chat with David Cohen of TechFan, who will be discussing the benefits and capabilities of the Raspberry Pi, the small, super-affordable computer. David explains the features of the computer that is perfect for those who want to do a little hardware hacking, want to learn to code, or just want a to experiment. If you think it isn’t for you, wait until David tells you all the things you could do with it, for very little money.

source: http://www.macvoices.com/macvoices-17126-road-macstock-david-cohen-can-raspberry-pi/

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Behind the Scenes at Macstock with Brian Henson on The Road to Macstock

Chuck Joiner once again treats us to a behind the scenes look at Macstock, it’s presenters, and sponsors in his special MacVoices video series, The Road to Macstock! In this installment of The Road to Macstock 2017 Chuck sits down with Brian Henson, Macstock’s volunteer speaker liaison, to give a little insight into how he helps each speaker prep for their presentations at Macstock.

This Road to Macstock interview features Brian Henson, a volunteer for the event who has the responsibility of getting the speakers on the stage on time, with no technical problems, and ready to go. Brian talks about what speakers can do, at Macstock and elsewhere, to make that job easier, why he volunteers, and what he gets out of Macstock each year.

source: http://www.macvoices.com/macvoices-17123-road-macstock-volunteer-brian-henson-making-macstock-run-smoothly/

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Exploring Braille and Apple Accessibility with Dr. Robert Carter on The Road to Macstock

Chuck Joiner once again treats us to a behind the scenes look at Macstock, it’s presenters, and sponsors in his special MacVoices video series, The Road to Macstock! In this installment of The Road to Macstock 2017 Chuck chats with Dr. Robert Carter about assistive technology, Apple accessibility, and his upcoming talk at Macstock 2017 on why braille integration with Apple’s operating systems is important.

Our next stop on the Road to Macstock takes us to Dr. Robert Carter, who provides some perspective on how blind users interact with their technology. Modern devices have opened up many things to those with visual challenges, but the costs associated with those devices can be challenging. Robert discusses how he will be making us all aware of these challenges and opportunities in his Macstock session this year.

source: http://www.macvoices.com/macvoices-17098-road-macstock-dr-robert-carter-braille-technology-intersect/

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Making Great Videos with Wally Cherwinski on The Road to Macstock

Chuck Joiner once again treats us to a behind the scenes look at Macstock, it’s presenters, and sponsors in his special MacVoices video series, The Road to Macstock! In this installment of The Road to Macstock 2017 Chuck speaks with Macstock presenter Wally Cherwinski about his Macstock 2016 talk, Video to Go, and how his Macstock 2017 follow up, Video to Go II, will give attendees a closer look at how his tips and techniques can result in better video for everyone.

We are back on the Road to Macstock in a conversation with Wally Cherwinski about video-making and why it can be so much fun. Wally shares some of his thoughts on getting started making videos with Apple’s free tools and moving up to something more sophisticated when you are ready. Making videos can change the way you look at TV, commercials, and movies. Wally talks about what you can learn from all three, how stories are told in two to three minutes, and how he will approach the subject at Macstock.

source: http://www.macvoices.com/macvoices-17097-road-macstock-wally-cherwinski-thrill-making-great-videos/

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Exploring 7 Levels of Computing with Bill Geraci on the Road to Macstock

Chuck Joiner once again treats us to a behind the scenes look at Macstock, it’s presenters, and sponsors in his special MacVoices video series, The Road to Macstock! In this installment of The Road to Macstock 2017 Chuck discusses computer troubleshooting with first time Macstock speaker Bill Geraci!

Troubleshooting takes its place on the Road to Macstock in a conversation with Bill Geraci. Bill covers his background, his need to teach and inform, and his approach to troubleshooting via his “7 levels of computing” methodology. Find out how he translates what a user is reporting into useful diagnostic information, and what you will learn from his main stage session.

source: http://www.macvoices.com/macvoices-17090-road-macstock-bill-geracis-take-troubleshooting-mac-problems/

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Tim Robertson Talks Conference Fun and Game Show Quizzes On The Road to Macstock

Chuck Joiner once again treats us to a behind the scenes look at Macstock, it’s presenters, and sponsors in his special MacVoices video series, The Road to Macstock! In this installment of The Road to Macstock 2017 Chuck discusses the importance of fun at conferences and Macstock 2017’s MyMac Game Show Quiz with TechFan’s Tim Robertson!

Back on the Road to Macstock, Tim Robertson of TechFan talks about the game show session he and Guy Serle will be running as part of this year’s event. This won’t be the first appearance of the MyMac Game Show, but it will have some changes from its first appearance at Macworld Conference and Expo. Get all the details and find out how you can play and win when you attend.

source: http://www.macvoices.com/macvoices-17089-road-macstock-tim-robertson-importance-game-shows-fun/

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