XGameStation Pico Edition Workshop @ VCF 9.0

Build Your Own Video Game Console! XGameStation Pico Edition Workshop at the Vintage Computer Festival November 5, 2006 http://www.vintage.org/2006/main/workshop.php The VCF is proud to present the first Build-It-Yourself experience at VCF 9.0 this November 5. The Build-It-Yourself workshops are a great introduction for those interested in learning the art of computers, programming and electronics and who wish to get first-hand experience building and programming their own hardware under the direction of leading experts in the field. Workshop Description The first announced workshop will be conducted by world famous video game designer, programmer and author Andre' LaMothe. Andre' has nearly 30 years of computer programming experience and holds degrees in mathematics, computer science, and electrical engineering. He is the world's best selling game development book author. Andre' founded and operates Nurve Networks LLC, a company that develops and markets video game hardware kits that enable one to build and program a console video game system from scratch. Nurve products include the XGameStation Micro and Pico Editions as well as the forthcoming Hydra Console. The workshop Andre' will conduct at VCF 9.0 will focus on the XGameStation Pico Edition. The XGS Pico Edition kit is a simplified version of the XGS Micro Edition, with an Ubicom SX28 "Super-PIC" running at 80 MHz at its core. For complete technical specifications, visit the XGS Pico Edition product page: http://www.xgamestation.com/view_product.php?id=29 Pre-Requisites and Tools Those wishing to attend this workshop should have a minimal level of soldering skill. Participants should bring their favorite soldering iron and solder, a multimeter, and some simple tools such as dykes. Optional tools include a laptop with a standard serial port and an SX key (also available from Nurve Networks). Everything else that is required for the workshop will be provided, including video displays and cables, power supplies, etc. Andre' will take the students through a step-by-step build-out of the game hardware using on-screen visuals. At the end of the class, each participant will have a working XGS Pico Edition game system ready for programming. The entire workshop will run for approximately two hours. Registration The fee for this workshop is $75.00, which includes the XGS Pico Edition Kit. To reserve your spot, go to the weblink provided below and follow the ordering instructions. Fees must be paid in advance of the course by October 29, 2006. http://www.vintage.org/2006/main/workshop.php?action=select&id=VCF90XGS… Inquiries regarding this workshop should be directed by e-mail to <workshop at vintage.org>.