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Friday, March 27
 

4:00pm EDT

Beginner's Guide to 3d printing for Tabletop Games
Friday March 27, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Algonquin B
As 3d printers become cheaper and more user friendly it is easier than ever to get a printer for your home.  I have been 3d printing at home since 2020, and while I don't consider myself an expert, I will gladly share what I have learned to help you upgrade your home gaming experience.  In this panel I will go over the different types of 3d printers, choosing which is right for your printing needs, getting a printing area set up, and some of the common printing failures you are likely to encounter.  
Speakers
avatar for John Patrick

John Patrick

I like to consider myself a "Nerd of All Seasons." I play and collect many board games, card games, RPGs and miniature wargames. I read almost anything that seemes interesting but especially love sci-fi, cyberpunk, and local history. I am a bit of a tinkerer and enjoy conversation... Read More →
Friday March 27, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Algonquin B
  DIY   Technology

5:00pm EDT

How to Choose your Next Programming Language
Friday March 27, 2026 5:00pm - 5:50pm EDT
Algonquin D
Costs. Benefits. Trade-offs. How to match your language choice to your application area and where in the stack you operate. With historical perspective on the long-term Transit language evolution. Also, how AI matters. 
Speakers
avatar for Eric Raymond
Friday March 27, 2026 5:00pm - 5:50pm EDT
Algonquin D
  Technology

6:00pm EDT

Modern Day Podcasting
Friday March 27, 2026 6:00pm - 6:50pm EDT
Charlevoix C
Bob and Randy will discuss what the podcasting industry looks like today, pointers to get started (if you haven't) and strategies to grow your audience.
Speakers
avatar for John Patrick

John Patrick

I like to consider myself a "Nerd of All Seasons." I play and collect many board games, card games, RPGs and miniature wargames. I read almost anything that seemes interesting but especially love sci-fi, cyberpunk, and local history. I am a bit of a tinkerer and enjoy conversation... Read More →
avatar for Randy Walker

Randy Walker

Cohost / Cofounder, IT in the D / Detroit Podcasting Company
BW
Friday March 27, 2026 6:00pm - 6:50pm EDT
Charlevoix C
  Technology   DIY

7:00pm EDT

Making Toys with High-voltage Electronics. Nixies, and CRT, and Magic eyes
Friday March 27, 2026 7:00pm - 7:50pm EDT
Algonquin A
Interested in Nixies but don't know where to start?  Did you ever wonder if you could make one those glowing vacuum tubes displays? Or do you just want to see lots of really interesting old display technologies.  This interactive session covers the basics of these devices and how to use them. Dozens of hands-on toys and components will be shared. Resources and recommendations will be shared so that you can go away and make your own fun high-voltage devices. 
Speakers
avatar for Keith Moore

Keith Moore

Jack of no trades.  Master of some. Proud father husband., 
Too many interests and hobbies to mention. Old computers, electronics, software, pre-war cars, pinball machines, pre-sound films, music, bee keeper, and more.

Friday March 27, 2026 7:00pm - 7:50pm EDT
Algonquin A
  DIY   Science   Technology

8:00pm EDT

The Quantum Capacitor: New Frontiers in High-Density Electrostatic Storage
Friday March 27, 2026 8:00pm - 8:50pm EDT
Algonquin C
While supercapacitors offer rapid charge times and virtually unlimited cycle life, they have long been overshadowed by Lithium-ion batteries due to their low energy density. This is because traditional supercapacitor development has hit an engineering plateau, constrained by the scaling laws of physical surface area and liquid electrolytes. This talk introduces a shift from geometric engineering to Quantum Electronic Engineering. By utilizing the unique electronic properties of 2D solid-state heterostructures, we can move beyond the limits of traditional electrostatic storage. We will explore how 'electronic pressure' and Machine Learning-accelerated lattice design allow us to rethink charge storage at the atomic level, aiming to finally bridge the energy-density gap between supercapacitors and high-end batteries.
Speakers
avatar for Terry Howald

Terry Howald

There is no sanctuary
I'm a physicist by training, but have spent my career working in software development and testing. I did teach physics for a bit, but now I just work in software development. I still enjoy physics though, and one of my interests is DIY energy storage. I've been an Ubuntu user since... Read More →
Friday March 27, 2026 8:00pm - 8:50pm EDT
Algonquin C
  Science   Technology

8:00pm EDT

IT Jobs Landscape
Friday March 27, 2026 8:00pm - 8:50pm EDT
Charlevoix C
Learn from the founders of IT in the D, based on close to 20 years working and networking in the IT industry. They will discuss personal branding, how and when to network, tips on what events to attend, and lastly how to construct a resume that will attract hiring managers and recruiters.
Speakers
avatar for Randy Walker

Randy Walker

Cohost / Cofounder, IT in the D / Detroit Podcasting Company
BW
Friday March 27, 2026 8:00pm - 8:50pm EDT
Charlevoix C
  Technology   DIY   Career

8:00pm EDT

Becoming a Technorganic Combiner: Bringing AI, Fitness, and Cyber Hygiene Together
Friday March 27, 2026 8:00pm - 8:50pm EDT
Algonquin B
This presentation bridges the worlds of technology, fitness, and cyber hygiene to help professionals thrive in an increasingly digital world. The presentation highlights how over-reliance on AI and constant connectivity can lead to burnout, reduced productivity, and increased cyber risks. It advocates for a balanced approach — introducing AI thoughtfully, maintaining strong security practices, and supporting physical health through exercise, nutrition, and mindful movement. The talk also showcases creative integrations between technology and wellness, from fitness gaming setups to accessibility innovations like custom-built AI communication tools. Ultimately, this session inspires attendees to adopt a holistic mindset — one that harmonizes human performance, digital ethics, and personal well-being in the modern tech landscape.
Speakers
avatar for William Bowen

William Bowen

Featured Guest - Wellness Track, Penguicon

Friday March 27, 2026 8:00pm - 8:50pm EDT
Algonquin B
  Technology   DIY   Hack your Body

9:00pm EDT

How To Build Your First Home Lab
Friday March 27, 2026 9:00pm - 9:50pm EDT
Algonquin C
Use Proxmox and an old computer or three to develop a solid home lab to practice relevant IT skills. This is a brief intro to Proxmox and how to use it to develop real IT experience as well as providing useful computer services at home.
Speakers
avatar for Mike Kwiatkowski

Mike Kwiatkowski

Instructor, Northwest State Community College
I am an instructor at at Northwest State Community College where I am the lead (or only!) faculty for the Electrical Engineering Tech and Computer Science Tech programs.  I have been a full-time instructor with the college for over 8 years.  Before that time I spent nearly 20 years... Read More →
Friday March 27, 2026 9:00pm - 9:50pm EDT
Algonquin C
  Technology

10:00pm EDT

Does AI Require An Ethical Framework?
Friday March 27, 2026 10:00pm - 11:00pm EDT
Algonquin B
Generative AI (gen AI) and large language models (LLMs) are revolutionizing personal and professional lives. From supercharged digital assistants that manage email to seemingly omniscient chatbots that can communicate with enterprise data across industries, languages, and specialties, these technologies are driving a new era of convenience, productivity, and connectivity. We have heard horror stories of AI chatbots lying and their Nazification. What is to stop them from turning evil or operating under bad actors, to the detriment of individuals and society? Do we require embedded control, similar to Isaac Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics? Why not provide AI with a set of professional ethics? What should those rules be? Who should monitor and police them? How can they fail? And what can we do when they do fail?
Speakers
avatar for Ericka Kahler
avatar for Mark Haynes

Mark Haynes

STEM, Dmarkhaynes Consulting
I’m a renaissance man trapped in a specialist’s body. My degree is in biology. That’s why I’m IT. I’ve worked as a software developer, with an elegant language for a more civilized age. I became a QA guy because breaking things is therapeutic. I became a process specialist... Read More →
Friday March 27, 2026 10:00pm - 11:00pm EDT
Algonquin B
  Technology
 
Saturday, March 28
 

10:00am EDT

Industrial Automation for People Who Like Computers And Employment
Saturday March 28, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Algonquin C
An introduction to industrial automation, the sensors, controls, and devices that make trains run, buildings work, and blinkenlights blinken. Come by if you want to see how the other half of programmers live!
Speakers
RG
Saturday March 28, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Algonquin C
  Technology

11:00am EDT

PSTN Demystified 2.0
Saturday March 28, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT
Algonquin B
In 2013, I explained how the telephone network worked. 13 years later, I say how it works NOW, and what has changed in the last 13 years (and it's been a LOT).
Speakers
avatar for Paul Timmins

Paul Timmins

Paul Timmins has run the free telecom reference website telcodata.us for the last 10 years, and has worked as a consultant in the telecommunications industry during the same time period. Currently, he works at an unnamed competitive landline phone company, where he designs and operates... Read More →
Saturday March 28, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT
Algonquin B
  Technology

1:00pm EDT

Fundamental AI Prompts for Cybersecurity and Leveraging AI For SOC Analyst
Saturday March 28, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Algonquin B
This presentation explores how artificial intelligence can enhance cybersecurity operations and the effectiveness of Security Operations Center (SOC) analysts. It introduces key AI models like GPT-5 and Gemini, outlines best practices for privacy and security, and defines the core roles and responsibilities of SOC analysts. The presentation demonstrates how structured AI prompts can be used to understand cybersecurity concepts, generate study material, identify and analyze threats, decode malicious code, and streamline investigative workflows. Through practical examples and live demonstrations, it emphasizes integrating AI tools to strengthen incident response, improve learning, and advance cybersecurity readiness.
Speakers
avatar for William Bowen

William Bowen

Featured Guest - Wellness Track, Penguicon

Saturday March 28, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Algonquin B
  Technology

3:00pm EDT

GODOT 101 - Making Games with Open Source Tools
Saturday March 28, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Algonquin B
GODOT is a powerful and open source game engine that you can use to make your own video games. The engine is easy to learn with lots of great tutorials and detailed documentation for all skill levels. In this talk we will demonstrate some of the functionality that GODOT has, resources for people want to learn more, and build a simple game with participant feedback.
Speakers
JB
Saturday March 28, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Algonquin B
  DIY   Gaming   Technology

3:00pm EDT

History of Personal Computers
Saturday March 28, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Charlevoix C
This is a very lightweight walk through the history of personal computers. I really want to focus on the “golden age” (1973-1987). Pre-Windows “IBM clones”. 
Speakers
avatar for Keith Moore

Keith Moore

Jack of no trades.  Master of some. Proud father husband., 
Too many interests and hobbies to mention. Old computers, electronics, software, pre-war cars, pinball machines, pre-sound films, music, bee keeper, and more.

Saturday March 28, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Charlevoix C
  Technology

3:00pm EDT

Intro to Linux for Absolute Beginners
Saturday March 28, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Algonquin C
A gentle walkthrough of what Linux is, why people care, and how to try it without breaking your computer. No prior technical knowledge assumed.
Speakers
avatar for Edward L. Platt

Edward L. Platt

Developer, Researcher, Author
I'm Ed. I create technology for communities and communities for technology. I'm also an artist, a hacker/maker, and a neuroscience fanboy. I have a PhD in Information Science from the University of Michigan and co-founded the i3 Detroit hackerspace. I am the author of "Network Science... Read More →
avatar for Mike Kwiatkowski

Mike Kwiatkowski

Instructor, Northwest State Community College
I am an instructor at at Northwest State Community College where I am the lead (or only!) faculty for the Electrical Engineering Tech and Computer Science Tech programs.  I have been a full-time instructor with the college for over 8 years.  Before that time I spent nearly 20 years... Read More →
Saturday March 28, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Algonquin C
  Technology

4:00pm EDT

A Brief History of High-voltage Display Technologies
Saturday March 28, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Charlevoix C
Before there were LEDs and TFTs, electronic devices through the 20th century required ingenious ways of delivering information to the users of radios, televisions and early computers. Think about what it would be like if you had a computer with no display screen of any kind.  For almost 70 years, this was a problem for all electronics. There are hundreds of interesting technologies that tried to address this problem. Some are very practical, and others are downright crazy. And when you add in the fact that all of them run at high voltages (higher than 100 volts in most cases), it adds to the mystique.  This interactive session will share this history from the 19th through the 20th century with some hands-on examples of all of the major innovations of that era: Vacuum tubes, Nixie tubes, Magic eyes, CRTs, and many others.
Speakers
avatar for Keith Moore

Keith Moore

Jack of no trades.  Master of some. Proud father husband., 
Too many interests and hobbies to mention. Old computers, electronics, software, pre-war cars, pinball machines, pre-sound films, music, bee keeper, and more.

Saturday March 28, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Charlevoix C
  Science   Technology

4:00pm EDT

Retro Game Emulation with Raspberry Pi
Saturday March 28, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Algonquin C
Will demonstrate and assist assembly of a Raspberry Pi 4/5 kit then go over methods of running retro game emulation on the Pi platform. This will include flashing a microSD card with a popular emulation software, going over some OS setup, and how to load and play games via USB stick. We will then demonstrate a few emulated systems and control options including modern console controllers and legacy CRT light gun hardware.
Speakers
avatar for Scott Zara
Saturday March 28, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Algonquin C
  Technology

5:00pm EDT

Networking Tips from IT in the D
Saturday March 28, 2026 5:00pm - 5:50pm EDT
Algonquin D
Learn from the founders of IT in the D how to maximize your network. IT in the D has been running monthly networking events for 19 years and have learned a thing or two. Get some real world tips, ideas, and ways to build and maxmize your network.
Speakers
avatar for Randy Walker

Randy Walker

Cohost / Cofounder, IT in the D / Detroit Podcasting Company
BW
Saturday March 28, 2026 5:00pm - 5:50pm EDT
Algonquin D
  Technology   DIY

5:00pm EDT

3-D printed Bluetooth Speaker
Saturday March 28, 2026 5:00pm - 6:50pm EDT
Board of Regents
In this Penguicon fundraiser special event, we will be building our own open source Bluetooth Speaker, using the ESP32 Audio Kit developer board and Squeezelite firmware. Build your own custom 3D printed bluetooth speaker with the Penguicon logo on it, and learn more about the ESP32/Squeezelite platform, and then take your custom 3D printed bluetooth speaker home with you.
Speakers
avatar for Norman Witte III

Norman Witte III

Software Engineer/Deejay Extrordinaire
I live in my own mind, ain't nothin but a good time.
Saturday March 28, 2026 5:00pm - 6:50pm EDT
Board of Regents
  Technology   DIY

6:00pm EDT

How to Succeed at Vibecoding Without Really Trying
Saturday March 28, 2026 6:00pm - 6:50pm EDT
Algonquin A
There are only three things you need to do to produce large volumes of high-quality code using robot friends, and you should be doing two of them already. This talk will explain all.
Speakers
avatar for Eric Raymond
Saturday March 28, 2026 6:00pm - 6:50pm EDT
Algonquin A
  Technology

7:00pm EDT

Warfare In Science Fiction - A Survey
Saturday March 28, 2026 7:00pm - 7:50pm EDT
Charlevoix B
A group discussion on how warfare is portrayed in science fiction. Examples include David Weber's Honorverse, Heinlein's Starship Troopers, Joe Haldeman's Starship Troopers and Arkady Martine's A Desolation Called Peace. Come with your knowledge and questions.
Speakers
avatar for Jeff Beeler

Jeff Beeler

Stilyagi Air Corps
Event planning
Science Fiction
Gaming
History
Reference work
Saturday March 28, 2026 7:00pm - 7:50pm EDT
Charlevoix B
  Gaming   Science   Technology

7:00pm EDT

Surround Sound and TV Setup and Calibration
Saturday March 28, 2026 7:00pm - 7:50pm EDT
Algonquin C
Demonstrate how to connect and properly setup a surround sound system and display. This will include professional level calibration of the speakers and display as well as best practices for speaker placement and TV height and distances. May also go over wall mounting a TV if interest is there.
Speakers
avatar for Scott Zara
Saturday March 28, 2026 7:00pm - 7:50pm EDT
Algonquin C
  Technology

7:00pm EDT

Wordpress
Saturday March 28, 2026 7:00pm - 7:50pm EDT
Algonquin D
WordPress is open-source software that powers over 40% of the web, making it a great tool for establishing a stable home base online. As platforms ebb and flow, WordPress lets you control your content, your data, and your design. In this session, I’ll build a self-hosted WordPress site from scratch, live, walking through prerequisites, installation, essential setup, customization, and publishing. In this session, you’ll see how approachable it is to launch something you truly own and how to take control of your online presence.
Speakers
avatar for Randy Walker

Randy Walker

Cohost / Cofounder, IT in the D / Detroit Podcasting Company
Saturday March 28, 2026 7:00pm - 7:50pm EDT
Algonquin D
  Technology
 
Sunday, March 29
 

9:00am EDT

GODOT 201 - Making Games with Open Source Tools
Sunday March 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Algonquin B
GODOT is a powerful and open source game engine that you can use to make your own video games. The engine is easy to learn with lots of great tutorials and detailed documentation for all skill levels. In this talk we will demonstrate some of the functionality that GODOT has, resources for people want to learn more, and build a simple game with participant feedback.
Speakers
JB
Sunday March 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Algonquin B
  DIY   Gaming   Technology

10:00am EDT

Special Effects in Pre-Sound Movies
Sunday March 29, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Charlevoix B
The history of filmmaking/selling/watching itself is fascinating. The transaction from kinescope to moving pictures, the evolution of cameras and filming techniques. This is a must-see for everyone interested in the histories of movies! 
Speakers
avatar for Keith Moore

Keith Moore

Jack of no trades.  Master of some. Proud father husband., 
Too many interests and hobbies to mention. Old computers, electronics, software, pre-war cars, pinball machines, pre-sound films, music, bee keeper, and more.

Sunday March 29, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Charlevoix B
  Technology

11:00am EDT

How to Build a Raspberry Pi Kubernetes Cluster
Sunday March 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT
Algonquin B
In this demonstration, I will show you how to build a Kubernetes Cluster out of Raspberry Pis. The Rapsberry Pi platform is great for self-hosting your favorite utilities, including APIs, web servers, Home Assistant, MQTT, Postgresql, MySQL, SQLite, Redis, Jellyfin, Sonarr, Radarr, Seerr, Immich, Jellyfin, Joplin, Navidrome, Nextcloud, Gitea, Keycloak, Vaultwarden, and much, much more. Instead of running a separate Pi for each service, why not build a cluster that can run them all, recover from failures, replicate volumes, and manage TLS certificates? Learn how to do all of this and more. You are guaranteed to be shovel-ready to set up your own cluster and hit the ground running.
Speakers
avatar for Norman Witte III

Norman Witte III

Software Engineer/Deejay Extrordinaire
I live in my own mind, ain't nothin but a good time.
Sunday March 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT
Algonquin B
  DIY   Technology
 

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