Free tickets are still available for the Milton Keynes Raspberry Jam this coming Sunday, 24th February 2013. Click here to reserve a ticket http://www.eventbrite.com/event/5421371468

What’s so special about the MK Jam?

The Milton Keynes Jam is rather special because it is held at Bletchley Park inside the National Museum of Computing. They’ve got the oldest working digital computer in the world – the WITCH.

Also there is Colossus – the famous code-breaking computer from World War 2.

You can also see dozens of working old home computers including the BBC Micro, Archimedes, Spectrum and ZX81. If you like computers, it’s a fantastic place for oldies to reminisce and for youngsters to learn about what did come before their X Box.

In short, it’s the perfect home for a Jam – there’s been a real sense of occasion every time I’ve been.

What’s in the Jam then?

We usually have introductions, then about 2 hours of open session, where people lay out their demos and talk to each other. There is a perfect opportunity to ask questions and get help with something you might be stuck on. It’s great for meeting people, getting inspired and sharing ideas too. We usually have several teachers present and several experts in various areas. If you’re having trouble with a software or hardware project, bring it along and someone will probably be able to help you. If you’re struggling with your soldering, this is a great place as there are a great number of people with the burn marks to prove they’ve earned their stripes!

After the Jam, you can go round the museum. If it’s your first visit to the Jam, you can visit the museum free of charge.

If you’re in the area, please come and join us! You can click here to reserve a ticket http://www.eventbrite.com/event/5421371468.