Events

A Book Club Apart - HTML5 for Web Designers

2011-07-13T00:30:46Z

This month we will kick of our summer book club series we're calling "A Book Club Apart." Each month this summer we will read a different book from the amazing authors over at A Book Apart.

Check out the mini site we have for the series at http://www.abookclubapart.com/ to see the full details.

From Web Student to Web Professional

2011-06-15T00:30:37Z

This month, Montgomery College Web Program graduate, Rolando Ponce De Leon, will talk about the journey from being a web design student to a web professional.

Rolando has experience taking classes while still working a full time job, freelancing to support a family, and landing a full time web design job. This is a do not want to miss talk for any web students!

HTML5

2011-05-11T00:00:15Z

Come learn from Refresh Rockville's own Jose Galdamez everything you need to know about HTML5 - from the new tags to important specs to JavaScript APIs.

Photography for the Web

2010-11-09T16:37:51Z

Join us this month as new MC professor, Marida Hines, walks us through the latest trends and practices with photography for the web.

After the presentation then head over to Gordon and Biersch after for socializing and drinks.

Typography

2010-09-14T18:59:51Z

This month we will learn about Typography from local typographer, Evan Hensleigh.

Evan will talk go over the basics of what you should know about typography, a bit about typography for the web and print, and hopefully share with us some typefaces he has designed.

ExpressionEngine as a CMS

2010-07-14T00:00:45Z

Local ExpressionEngine enthusiast, Joshua Hill, will walk us through the basics of ExpressionEngine 2 and even get into some advanced tips on using EE2 as a CMS.

We will meet at Montgomery College in HU009 at 7:00pm. As always, folks are encouraged to meetup at Gordon and Biersh after for more socializing and talk.

Download the .pdf of the talk

Social Night

2010-06-08T13:14:38Z

This month we are going to have a "School's Out for Summer" social night only at Gordon & Biersh.

Even if you're not in school anymore, please come join us for a few drinks, possibly a meal, and certainly some good times!

Hosting 101

2010-05-11T13:34:55Z

Join us as we discuss everything you need to know about hosting - from what to look for in a provider to how cloud hosting works.

Download the presentation on Hosting 101.

SEO for Content Management Systems

2010-04-14T00:00:56Z

Join us for a discussion about search engine optimization for content management systems with Jim Robinson. Jim will present some common CMS features and challenges that affect organic search rankings and review some popular CMSs from an SEO perspective. He'll also present a quick overview of SEO best practices that pertain to all sites.

Download the SEO for CMSes presentation.

Project Management and SCRUM

2010-03-10T00:00:47Z

Come learn about project management and SCRUM. Lil will talk about her experience with getting work done in teams and how you can become more efficient with your projects.

Gordon and Biersch

2010-01-12T14:37:29Z

This month we will meet at Gordon Biersch in downtown Rockville.

The plan is to socialize, talk nerd, and see what professional connections we can make. Bring your business cards, an appetite, and your thirst!

Overview of Intellectual Property Law and Contacts

2009-12-09T00:30:14Z

This introductory course will cover the basics on what you need to know as a creative in relation to intellectual property and contracts with clients or contractors. A must attend event for all interested in freelancing or profiting from their work.

Next Generation Web Video

2009-11-11T00:00:46Z

Learn about the new streaming media architectures from Adobe, Apple, and Microsoft and how they compare to the new video element in HTML5.

Download the .pdf presentation

Running a Professional Podcast

2009-10-14T00:00:48Z

John Brougher hosts the award winning Freelance Radio Podcast. We are honored to have him speak about everything involved with running such a podcast -- from the technical details to how to plan for topics and guests.

This will be a great Refresh for new media and business savy individuals. Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Let Frameworks Help You

2009-09-09T00:00:46Z

Jason Leveille brings a wealth of experience to the Refresh Rockville crowd with his background in computer science, web design, web development, computer science, and education. Jason works for a local web development firm, Blue Atlas Interactive, and has taught for the MC public schools.

Jason will present on how frameworks can help web developers code cleaner, enhance security, cache more easily, and much more. Expect to hear about CakePHP and Pylons, among other frameworks.