What we’re about
We are the first Irish PyLadies group founded in 2013. Our focus is to help more women become active participants and leaders in the Python open-source community. Our mission is to promote, educate and advance a diverse Python community. PyLadies Dublin also aims to provide a friendly support network for women and a bridge to the larger Python world. Anyone with an interest in Python is encouraged to participate!
Please note: All our events are 18s+, if you have any questions, please email us: [dublin@pyladies.com](mailto:dublin@pyladies.com)
Interested in speaking? Apply via https://sessionize.com/pyladies-dublin-meetup
- Topics: Python, Python-adjacent technologies, things you find really exciting using Python, how you use Python in your own projects, Creative Technologies, frontend, backend, SRE, all things data, and more!
- How Long? 5 minutes up to 30 minutes. People can break out into sessions to follow up with you after your talk.
- We may record talks if in-person, but live-streams are recorded by default. All videos can be found on: https://www.youtube.com/pyladiesdublin
Code of Conduct and our main landing page: https://dublin.pyladies.com
Global PyLadies: https://pyladies.com/
Also find us here:
- Join us on our discord server: https://discord.gg/DAqBuF4bC4
- Youtube: youtube.com/pyladiesdublin
- Mastodon: @PyLadiesDub / Instagram: @PyLadiesDub / FB: @PyLadiesDublin
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pyladies-dublin
- Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/groups/14813889@N23/
Upcoming events
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PyLadies Dublin: Introduction to Python Workshop @ Scopely
DIGIT GAME STUDIOS, 4 Prince's St South, D02 NX57, Dublin 2, IE[Update] This workshop is for people who are new to programming.
We are delighted to start our first of the our workshop series with Introduction to Python.
You will learn Python through making a text-based adventure game.
Workshop content:
- Command Line
- Virtual Environment (don't be too scared of this, it's really handy, I promise) 😊
- Basic datatypes (e.g. variables)
- Basic data structures (e.g. list, dicts)
You will be able to write and execute Python scripts.
At the end, you have created a basic interactive text-based adventure game.
🙏 Thanks to following volunteers helping me faciltate:
- Andressa Valadares (also organised hosting and pizza)
- Boon Chin Look
- Lorena Seabra
- Michael Twomey
FAQ
Do I need to bring anything?
Yes, bring your laptop (and don't forget your charger).
Do I need to set up anything on my laptop?
Have access to a Command Prompt/Terminal before you do the next steps (installing uv an Python)
Windows users: Go to the Start menu or screen, and enter "Command Prompt" in the search field.
- Go to Start menu → All Programs → Accessories → Command Prompt
Mac users: Here's how to open Terminal : https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/terminal/apd5265185d-f365-44cb-8b09-71a064a42125/mac
Linux users: It will be probably under Applications → Accessories → Terminal, or Applications → System → Terminal,
Once you can access Command Prompt (Windows)/Terminal (MacOS/Linux), proceed to next steps.
Installing uv and Python
- Install uv - https://docs.astral.sh/uv/getting-started/installation/
- With uv install Python by typing the following in your terminal: "uv python install 3.14" - https://docs.astral.sh/uv/guides/install-python/
Code Editor
- Install a code editor, e.g. Visual Studio Code -- if you have your own coding editor, feel free to use it. https://code.visualstudio.com/
- Or use another code editor of your choice, e.g. PyCharm
Do you have a Code of Conduct?
A. Yes, you can find it at dublin.pyladies.com21 attendees
PyLadies Dublin x Go Ireland
iD8 Studio, The Digital Hub, iD8 Studio at The Gatelodge, Roe Lane (off Thomas Street), The Digital Hub, Dublin 8, D08 EY05, Dublin, IE🙌 PyLadies Dublin are delighted to collab with Go Ireland this month.
More details to follow.
💻 Don't forget to bring along your laptops (work on own project, share cool things with others, ask for help, deep dive with speakers & more self-driven activities).
🕰️ Schedule (subject to change):
18:15 Registration; grab a bite & hot/cold beverages & settle in
18:30 - 18:40 Welcome & announcements
18:40 - 20:30 TBC
20:30 Event ends
💖 THANKS
Community Partners:
- Coding Grace
- PSF: Meetup
- PyLadies
🔍 FAQ
Note that all our events are 18s+.
Q. Where is the venue, iD8 Studios?
- Eircode: D08 EY05
- Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LpSL2xN22m1zEcv38
- Also see photo with yellow arrow pointing to the venue entrance.
Q. I'm not female, is it ok for me to attend?
A. Yes, PyLadies Dublin events are open to everyone at all levels.
Q. What do you do at PyLadies Dublin Meetups?
A. We have short (or long talks), demos, folks working on their own projects, ask questions on Python-related topics, work on projects together or generally chit-chat & meet like-minded people.
Q. Do you have a Code of Conduct?
A. Yes, you can find it at dublin.pyladies.com
Q. I am interested in giving a talk, where do I submit my interest and talk details?
A. You can submit your talk details to the following form:
https://sessionize.com/pyladies-dublin-meetup
Any other enquiries (e.g. getting involved, sponsoring), email dublin@pyladies.com5 attendees
Past events
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