Coder Dojo Ennis

18/03/2026

We had a brilliant demo of their Robotics system from the team from CBS Ennis - who recently won the All-Ireland VEX competition. 🥳

Now, they are off to participate in the Worlds in St. Louis, Missouri.

Their creation showed the best of engineering ingenuity in terms of software coding and physically building a robot to meet the challenges of the competition. 🤖

They do need some help though, they need funds to America to compete. They are half-way there, but need more sponsorship- thir gofundme page link is below.

We wish them all the best!

https://www.gofundme.com/f/get-cbs-vex-robotics-team-to-the-worlds

17/01/2026

Waiting for 330 bus to Ennis!

I thought I'd introduce the attendees in the electronics room to 30 mins (max) of V2 Micro:bit using the Microsoft Makecode website this morning.

After this, they can return to their own projects or explore that website more.

Shannon Coder Dojo
Coderdojo Midwest
CoderDojo

10/01/2026

We had an excellent planning meeting of the mentors this morning. It was great to have an opportunity to share ideas among such an experienced group of volunteers.

While we all want the same thing: engage with young people so they learn while still having fun in a club atmosphere. It is very challenging to deliver.

The use of badges and belts and more formal teaching practices were discussed as well as how to transition the young people between the various groups.

Coderdojo Midwest
Shannon Coder Dojo
CoderDojo

28/09/2025

We welcomed back our returning members yesterday. And the invitations were just sent out to some on the waiting list. So please check your inboxes and complete the form if you intend to take a spot.

20/06/2025

Any young artists in our midst? Dojo volunteer Ciara is looking for young artists (age 13 to 25) for the Lasta Young Curators Festival. Deadline for entries is July 18th so please spread the word and let any budding artists know. For details see https://glor.ie/glor-young-curators-open-call-where-nature-reclaims/.

15/04/2025

We're on break now for Easter and May Bank holidays. Mark your calendars to return May 10th.

18/03/2025

Remember if you want to join the club and attend please use the Sign Up button.

14/03/2025

Happy Pi Day everyone!

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08/03/2025

REMINDER no CoderDojo next week as St Patricks Day. Have a great time :)

PS. The snakes might be gone but there is plenty of Python programming still :)

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08/03/2025

As the embedded group had some 6 young people and 2 mentors today, it was decided to start using the smaller classroom that has its tables in a horseshoe arrangement

Great success with two young people self teaching on Microbit Makecode, a 5:1 kit make a light that comes on in the dark, a robotic arm, a buggy and an Arduino distance display.

Well done to all.

It was lovely to see such enthusiasm.

03/01/2025

We've decided to cancel tomorrow's session due to the frosty conditions. We will send emails out later but spread the word. We look forward to seeing you on the 11th.

18/12/2024

Our last session of the year was last week. Enjoy the holidays and see you on 4th January.