Penguicon 2026: Full Schedule

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4:00pm EDT

Beginner's Guide to 3d printing for Tabletop Games

Friday March 27, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

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

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

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

William Bowen

Featured Guest - Wellness Track, Penguicon

Friday March 27, 2026 8:00pm - 8:50pm EDT
Algonquin B

Technology DIY Hack your Body

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

Ericka Kahler

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

11:00pm EDT

So You Think You Can Read Fan Fiction

Friday March 27, 2026 11:00pm - 11:59pm EDT

Algonquin B

We have selected a handful of quality, dialogue heavy, fan fictions to read with the audience. We run it like a workshop and try to get the best, most authentic, acting experiences out of our volunteers. We have a great time and still continue to see people from other cons visit this one.

Speakers

Sergio Bermudez

So You Think You Can Fanon

Friday March 27, 2026 11:00pm - 11:59pm EDT
Algonquin B

After Dark Anime Gaming

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

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

William Bowen

Featured Guest - Wellness Track, Penguicon

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

Technology

2:00pm 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

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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