FSF40: Free and Open Source Software Meetup

Celebrate 40 years of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) at MakeHaven! Share projects, see demos of privacy tools, discuss AI's impact, and connect with the community. All levels welcome! Join us at MakeHaven for an exciting evening dedicated to Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) and community-driven technology! This meetup is part of a global celebration marking forty years of software freedom, hosted in partnership with the Free Software Foundation (FSF) and sponsored by PrivacySafe, a New Haven-based company committed to private, secure, and anonymous technology built entirely with FOSS. Come share your favorite moments from the FOSS movement, demo your software or Open Hardware projects, and connect with others who are passionate about digital freedom. The event will feature interactive demos of privacy-focused tools, discussions on the impact of AI on software development and licensing, and a celebration of how far the community has come. Whether you're a seasoned developer or curious beginner who wants to learn more, this is a great chance to explore new ideas and get inspired. Instructor: Sean O’Brien You must click below and REGISTER to attend at: https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=911&reset=1 Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email [info@makehaven.org](mailto:info@makehaven.org) Note: Your RSVP by email is NOT a substitute for registration!The RSVP to “MakeHaven” notifies Meetup of your plan to attend but does not notify MakeHaven or the event instructor. Please register on the MakeHaven website shown above! If you have questions for MakeHaven, please email info@makehaven.org.