Category: meetings

Meetings

The Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society (TTCS) has held meetings since 1995!
The TTCS has several types of meetings over the years:

Limes

TTCS Pizza Lime circa 2002
TTCS Pizza Lime circa 2002

Limes are the name given to our discussion where we eat and exchange ideas on a variety of technology and social issues. Usually held on the second Wednesday each month from 6 to 9pm. These used to be called PizzaLimes when we were eating at a pizzeria.

Tech Meetings

TTCS Tech meeting

At Tech meetings, we usually have computers on site to demonstrate a particular computer related issue, either hardware or software. Usually held on the third Saturday each month.

Workshops

Workshops are different from tech meetings when there is a need for members to collaborate on a particular topic/issue. For example, responding to a request for comment on a computer related government law/policy or preparations for future events like Software Freedom Day. Usually held on a Saturday.

Events

TTCS Software Freedom Day event in 2009

These are meetings are when we showcase an aspect of ICT in a public setting such as our Software Freedom Day events held over the years.

Online conference calls

We also have online meetings (now that broadband is increasingly available in Trinidad and Tobago) using VoIP (mostly using Skype so far) when its inconvenient to meet Face to Face.

Meeting Summaries over the years

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Last chance! Register for free to attend the Trinidad and Tobago Internet Governance Forum 2019 on Friday January 25 2019 #TTIGF2019

https://ttigf2019.igf.tt/

Only a few seats remain for you to register for free, to attend the Trinidad and Tobago Internet Governance Forum 2019 (TTIGF 2019)

TTIGF 2019 (http://ttigf2019.igf.tt/) will be held on Friday 25th January 2019 from 9am to 5pm at the Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce, Columbus Circle, Westmoorings, Trinidad with online participation available for those unable to attend at the venue.

Now in its third year, the TTIGF is hosted by the Trinidad and Tobago Multistakeholder Advisory Group (TTMAG), of which the Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society is a member.

With the overall theme of “The Internet of Trust”, TTIGF 2019’s agenda features three panel sessions with selected experts and respected professionals:

  • Caribbean Data Protection Regulations (CDPR)
  • Cultural Factors in the Caribbean affecting Trust & Privacy for Digital Security
  • Using Technology to Increase Trust in Public Institutions

TTIGF 2019 will also have an open forum session where all stakeholders (including online participants) can share comments, questions, solutions and best practices on internet governance locally, regionally and globally.

If you plan to attend (in person or remotely), please register for TTIGF2019 . Registration is FREE. There is no charge to attend TTIGF 2019, but space is limited!

Register for free to attend the Trinidad and Tobago Internet Governance Forum 2019 on Friday January 25 2019

Trinidad and Tobago Internet Governance Forum 2019 (http://ttigf2019.igf.tt/)

Register for free, to attend the Trinidad and Tobago Internet Governance Forum 2019 (TTIGF 2019) !

TTIGF 2019 (http://ttigf2019.igf.tt/) will be held on Friday 25th January 2019 from 9am to 5pm at the Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce, Columbus Circle, Westmoorings, Trinidad with online participation available for those unable to attend at the venue.

Now in its third year, the TTIGF is hosted by the Trinidad and Tobago Multistakeholder Advisory Group (TTMAG), of which the Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society is a member.

With the overall theme of “The Internet of Trust”, TTIGF 2019’s agenda features three panel sessions with selected experts and respected professionals:

  • Caribbean Data Protection Regulations (CDPR)
  • Cultural Factors in the Caribbean affecting Trust & Privacy for Digital Security
  • Using Technology to Increase Trust in Public Institutions

TTIGF 2019 will also have an open forum session where all stakeholders (including online participants) can share comments, questions, solutions and best practices on internet governance locally, regionally and globally.

If you plan to attend (in person or remotely), please register for TTIGF2019 . Registration is FREE. There is no charge to attend TTIGF 2019, but space is limited!

Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society Lime [Discussion on TATT Net Neutrality and OTT Services] on **Wednesday ** September 12 2018 from 7 to 9:30 pm; please RSVP!

The Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society will be having a lime on Wednesday September 12th, 2018 from 7pm to 9:30 pm at Wendy’s Cafe located upstairs at Wendy’s Restaurant at the corner of Ana Street & Ariapita Avenue, Woodbrook, Port of Spain.

Our key topic for this lime is to discuss TATT’s “Discussion Paper on Net Neutrality and OTT Services in Trinidad and Tobago” (PDF ; 1.0MB ; 63 pages) and to help formulate our response (Google doc, no account required) to TATT as a group. Please come prepared with your comments and contributions to the discussion.

Anyone interested in computing and ICT are welcome to attend, however please RSVP to [email protected] . See you there!

Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society Lime [Discussion paper on Android boxes] on **Wednesday ** July 4 2018 from 7 to 9:30 pm; please RSVP!

Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society Lime [Discussion paper on Android boxes] on **Wednesday ** July 4 2018 from 7 to 9:30 pm; please RSVP!

The Trinidad and Tobago Computer Socierty will be having a lime on Wednesday July 4th 2018 from 7pm to 9:30 pm at Wendy’s Cafe located upstairs at Wendy’s Restaurant at the corner of Ana Street & Ariapita Avenue, Woodbrook, Port of Spain.

Our key topic for this lime is to discuss TATT’s “Discussion Paper on Android Boxes in Trinidad and Tobago” (PDF ; 666K ; 22 pages) and to help formulate our response (Google doc, no account required) to TATT as a group. Please come prepared with your comments and contributions to the discussion.

Anyone interested in computing and ICT are welcome to attend, however please RSVP to [email protected] . See you there!

 

Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society Lime [Cybercrime Bill follow-up to JSC] on **Monday** June 4 2018 from 7 to 9:30 pm; please RSVP!

Following the submission of the Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society’s comments on the Cybercrime Bill 2017 and presentation to the Joint Select Committee of the Trinidad and Tobago Parliament (JSC) in May, the Committee has asked the TTCS for specific follow-up on some of our comments, specifically on Clause 18 re: Cyberbullying and the use of satire and parody as a form of cyberbullying.

We will be having a lime on Monday June 4th 2018 from 7pm to 9:30 pm at Wendy’s Cafe located upstairs at Wendy’s Restaurant at the corner of Ana Street & Ariapita Avenue, Woodbrook, Port of Spain to discuss this issue and help formulate our response as a group. Please come prepared with your comments and contributions to the discussion. If you are unable to attend, please make every effort to provide your input via the mailing list.

Additionally, given enough time, we may tackle discussion on Uber’s decision to pull out of Trinidad and Tobago.

Anyone interested in computing and ICT are welcome to attend, however please RSVP to [email protected] as space is limited.

Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society lime on Wednesday April 18th, 2018 from 7 to 9:30 pm; please RSVP!

The Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society (TTCS ; http://ttcs.tt) will be having a lime on Wednesday April 18th 2018 from 7pm to 9:30 pm at Wendy’s Cafe located upstairs at Wendy’s Restaurant at the corner of Ana Street & Ariapita Avenue, Woodbrook, Port of Spain.

Come join us as we eat and chat about various ICT topics including:

Anyone interested in computing and ICT are welcome to attend, however please RSVP to [email protected] as space is limited.

Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society lime on Wednesday September 13 2017 from 7 to 9pm ; please RSVP!

The Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society (TTCS ; http://ttcs.tt) will be having a lime on Wednesday September 13 2017 from 7pm to 9pm at Wendy’s Cafe located upstairs at Wendy’s Restaurant at the corner of Ana Street & Ariapita Avenue, Woodbrook, Port of Spain.

Come join us as we eat and chat about various ICT topics including

Anyone interested in computing and ICT are welcome to attend, however please RSVP to [email protected] as space is limited.

Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society lime on Wednesday August 9 2017 from 7 to 9pm ; please RSVP!

The Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society (TTCS ; http://ttcs.tt) will be having a lime on Wednesday August 9 2017 from 7pm to 9pm at Wendy’s Cafe located upstairs at Wendy’s Restaurant at the corner of Ana Street & Ariapita Avenue, Woodbrook, Port of Spain.

Key focus will be on the Trinidad and Tobago’s Draft National ICT Plan 2017 – 2021 (fastforward II) posted for comment. The TTCS is considering submitting comments on this plan.

Other topics

Anyone interested in computing and ICT are welcome to attend, however please RSVP to [email protected] as space is limited.

Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society comments on the Trinidad and Tobago Cybercrime Bill

The Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society (TTCS) has sent their comments on the Trinidad and Tobago Cybercrime Bill (PDF ; 242K) to the Joint Select Committee of the Trinidad and Tobago Parliament on Friday June 16 2017.

View/Read the TTCS comments on the Cybercrime Bill (PDF ; 242K)

Some of the general areas of concern regarding the Cybercrime Bill noted in our comments:

  1. Suppression of free speech and the work of journalists
    It is important to note that many of the clauses in this Bill can be applied to  journalists carrying out their duties, and/or the free speech of private citizens, as well as to persons who are attempting, in the public interest, to report misconduct (aka whistleblowers). In the interest of support of the Fourth Estate as well as the principles of Free Speech enshrined in our Constitution, this Bill requires urgent complementary whistleblower/journalist protection via legislation.
  2. Excessive Penalties
    A number of sections outline penalties of $100,000 to $3,000,000. These are non-trivial amounts that far exceed the penalties in other areas that many would view as more serious – for example drunk driving. We wonder if the concept of proportionality could be incorporated in this act. The quantum of penalties will have chilling effect on the legitimate use of computers and networks, for example, students learning about computer security and security professionals investigating vulnerabilities on behalf of their clients.
  3. Collateral Damage
    The general trend in technology has been to move towards using shared server resources in the cloud. This opens up the possibility that data and equipment in use by accused persons may be simultaneously used by other persons unrelated to the accused and may thus be unduly affected by the shutdown and/or seizure of such equipment and data. Care must be taken to protect those who are not party to the criminal activities of other persons.
  4. Potential for Censorship and Abuse
    In the interest of protecting the rights of citizens, we believe that all requests for access systems and data should be approved by the Judiciary via the application for, and receipt of, a warrant. This judicial warrant would ensure that any potential for abuse by the State, or its agents, would be mitigated.
  5. Self Incrimination
    Several sections of this Bill seem to run afoul of the Constitution’s directive that persons are protected from self incrimination, for example, the requirement that persons unlock their phones or decrypt their data in furtherance of an investigation. This is a dangerous issue and should be reconsidered.
  6. Training
    It is highly likely that the Courts and Trinidad and Tobago Police Service will be called on to deal many cases under this legislation. As such, it is critical that officers of both agencies receive training in some of technical issues surrounding cyber crime. In this regard the TTCS would welcome the opportunity to assist in providing this training and any specialized advice when required.

The comments were put together by the TTCS based on

Many thanks to the contributors who helped with reviewing and commenting on the bill. For those interested in discussing and sharing ideas about computing, related technologies and related social issues are discussed, do join our announcement mailing list.

TTCS near final draft comments on the Trinidad and Tobago Cybercrime Bill 2017

The Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society (TTCS) has posted a near final draft version of its comments on the Cybercrime Bill 2017 based on the discussions from the Trinidad and Tobago Computer Society lime on Wednesday June 7 2017, comments from subscribers on the TTCS announcement mailing list and a followup TTCS F2F meeting on Tuesday June 13 2017, online comments received following the posting of the TTCS draft comments on the Trinidad and Tobago Cybercrime Bill 2017 on Tuesday June 13 and a online TTCS conference call on Thursday June 15 2017.

With the deadline of Friday June 16 for submission of comments to the Joint Select Committee of the Trinidad and Tobago Parliament , you can view and comment on the Google document of the TTCS near final draft comments on the Cybercrime Bill 2017 – you do not need a Google account to comment on the document.

View/Comment TTCS near final draft comments on Cybercrime Bill 2017