Courses

In construction industry, masons play a crucial role. They are responsible for integrating brick, stone, concrete and other materials into a variety of buildings, so their skills and knowledge are essential to the quality and safety of buildings. By learning Masons, learners can basically master the technical theory and operational skills of this level, master the occupational requirements for primary masons, acquire the basic construction knowledge, and lay a foundation for the appraisal for technical posts in construction industry and for the promotion to intermediate masons. Learners can master the basic theory and skills of masons, including selection of masonry materials, use of tools, interpretation of construction drawings, construction process, etc. These are necessary for qualified masons. The course mainly introduces: The basic knowledge of construction drawing and masonry, and practical operations of masonry. They are essential for the learners who want to engage in the construction industry.

Explore this 21-minute Web Summit talk where Atul shares how the LEGO Group undertook its largest technological transformation in its 92-year history. Learn how between 2020 and the following years, the company built a digital & technology team, completely renovated its technological foundations, and established a digital product organization. Discover the delicate balance LEGO maintained between implementing rapid change and preserving its unique culture during this digital transformation, while keeping its core mission of bringing learning through play to more children at the center of all decisions and developments.

Learn how QEMU's development team successfully transitioned from C-style interfaces to safe Rust implementations in this 28-minute conference talk from KVM Forum. Discover the systematic approach used to identify and map C code invariants to Rust concepts like interior mutability and smart pointers, following the year-long journey from initial bindgen prototypes to production-ready code. Explore the practical conversion of QEMU's HPET device model from C to readable Rust, examining build system integration challenges and solutions along the way. Understand how various Rust ecosystem components facilitate seamless bridging between Rust and C codebases, providing valuable insights for developers undertaking similar language migration projects in systems programming environments.

Explore a 20-minute conference talk from DevOpsDays Tel Aviv where veteran IT Systems Engineer and DevOps Group Tech Lead Haggai Philip Zagury shares his personal transition from operations to development in the cloud-native landscape. Learn about essential practices and insights gained from over 20 years of experience, starting as a systems administrator and evolving through various roles including configuration management and DevOps. Discover how the rapid expansion of cloud native foundation technologies has transformed the developer experience and tooling landscape. Gain practical knowledge from an industry expert who has lectured internationally and built his career from managing production systems at a small ISP to leading DevOps initiatives at Tikal Knowledge for over 16 years.

Learn how to implement a robust Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) strategy through this 43-minute conference talk from LASCON. Navigate the challenges of modern software development by exploring the journey from dependency chaos to controlled software supply chain management. Discover practical strategies for managing external dependencies, addressing vulnerability management, and mitigating compliance risks. Follow SimpleRisk's transformation from zero dependency visibility to establishing a comprehensive "SBOM Shelter" with automated generation within CI/CD pipelines. Master techniques for building a secure and transparent software supply chain while gaining insights into weathering dependency challenges and transforming vulnerability management into organizational resilience.

Discover the fundamentals of Azure Databricks in this 43-minute conference talk from PASS Data Community Summit. Learn how to set up your first Azure Databricks cluster, utilize shared notebooks in a collaborative environment, and leverage integrated Azure Machine Learning capabilities. Explore the role of Azure Databricks in modern cloud data warehousing and gain insights into its potential for data engineering, data science, and analytics. Whether you're aspiring to become a Data Engineer, starting your journey in Data Science and Analytics, or transitioning from on-premises to cloud-based analytics, this introductory session provides valuable knowledge to enhance your skills and career prospects.

Explore the fascinating world of LEGO brick recognition using machine learning in this 27-minute conference talk from EuroPython 2022. Follow Piotr Rybak's journey as he develops a Python-based application for classifying LEGO bricks. Discover the process of dataset creation and gain insights into LEGO-specific concepts and resources. Learn about various machine learning approaches, including classification, detection, and metric learning, applied to the task of recognizing LEGO bricks. Gain valuable insights into successful strategies and challenges encountered during the project development. By the end of the talk, understand how to experiment with LEGO brick recognition techniques yourself.

Explore a thought-provoking conference talk that delves into cybersecurity concepts through the lens of "The Wizard of Oz." Join Marcus J. Carey as he draws parallels between the iconic yellow brick road and the path to success in the information security field. Gain valuable insights on navigating challenges, developing essential skills, and achieving your goals in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Learn from Carey's expertise and experience as he shares practical advice and strategies for professionals at all levels in this engaging 46-minute presentation from NolaCon 2018.

Learn to craft a realistic and grungy brick wall using Blender in this 55-minute tutorial from CG Cookie. Master techniques for texturing, modeling, and adding weathered details to create a convincing urban environment element. Explore advanced material creation, displacement mapping, and procedural texturing to achieve a worn, authentic look. Perfect for 3D artists and environment designers looking to enhance their architectural visualization skills.

Explore the application of topological data analysis to spatial complex systems in this one-hour lecture by Mason Porter. Delve into the use of persistent homology for analyzing various spatial systems, from leaf venation patterns to the spread of COVID-19. Learn about filtered simplicial complexes that incorporate spatial information and examine diverse examples, including voting patterns in presidential elections, city street networks, and spider webs created under the influence of different drugs. Gain insights into the global structure of spatial systems, distance-based instructions, and new constructions for analyzing spatial data. Understand the key concepts of front propagation, adjacency, and filtration in topological data analysis. Compare different approaches and develop intuition for applying these techniques to real-world data sets. Conclude with a discussion on social contact networks and participate in a Q&A session to deepen your understanding of this fascinating field.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to design a functional Brick Breaker game, implement paddle mechanics, apply ball physics, analyze collision interactions, develop scoring systems, and construct power-ups and levels using MonoGame. This hands-on course is ideal for aspiring game developers who want to build a complete 2D game from scratch. Starting with the foundations, learners will progressively add paddle movement, ball dynamics, collision detection, scoring, lives, and power-ups, culminating in a multi-level Brick Breaker experience. Unlike generic tutorials, this course emphasizes step-by-step structured modules, practice quizzes, and graded assessments to reinforce learning outcomes. Learners will not only understand how to code game mechanics but also why each feature enhances gameplay. By completing this course, participants will gain the confidence to develop, refine, and expand their own game projects using MonoGame, setting the stage for more advanced 2D and 3D game development.

Explore a 41-minute lecture on explicit gravity amplitudes on self-dual backgrounds presented by Lionel Mason from Oxford at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics. Delve into advanced topics in gravitational wave physics, connecting field theory, classical relativity, and scattering amplitudes. Examine the impact of gravitational wave detection on various physics disciplines and the future of gravitational wave experiments. Learn about precision modeling of gravitational wave signals, challenges in theory, and emerging tools from classical and quantum field theory. Cover key concepts such as scattering amplitudes, MHV generating functionals, twistor space, spacetime reconstruction, sigma models, on-shell action, and perturbations through examples and in-depth explanations.

In this class from our partners at Interweave, Tammy Honaman will go bead-by-bead through five common bead weaving stitches, including peyote stitch, brick stitch, square stitch, daisy chain and right-angle weave. You will learn which tools and materials to use to produce the best work and basic fundamentals that will allow you to create any piece.

Explore the architectural transformation of Rome under Emperor Augustus in this 75-minute lecture from Yale University's Roman Architecture course. Discover how Augustus fulfilled his claim of turning Rome from a city of brick to a city of marble through the exploitation of new quarries. Examine the transition from the Roman Republic to the Principate, analyzing key structures like the Forum of Julius Caesar and the Forum of Augustus. Learn about Caesar's efforts to connect himself to Venus Genetrix and Augustus' incorporation of Greek elements to associate his reign with Athens' Golden Age. Delve into the significance of the Ara Pacis Augustae, a monument symbolizing Augustus' diplomatic triumphs and imperial power. The lecture also covers the historical impact of these architectural changes, from ancient times to Mussolini's era and beyond.

Get ready for a festive twist on our classic brick-building challenge with the Holiday Brick Building Competition! In this fun and creative team-building event, participants will use Lego® kits to compete in a series of holiday-themed challenges designed to spark collaboration and creativity. Whether you’re building a snowy winter scene, constructing the tallest holiday tower, or creating a unique holiday mascot, each round will have you and your teammates working together to craft the most impressive builds.You’ll receive a Lego® kit with 200+ bricks, so everyone is ready to dive in and compete. With individual and team challenges, participants will need to think outside the box to impress their colleagues and win by popular vote. Bring on the festive spirit and join us for a merry holiday competition that celebrates creativity and teamwork!Example challenges:Build a Winter Wonderland: Each participant must build their own winter/holiday themed decoration Clones: Have each participant on your team build exactly the same winter/holiday themed item. It needs to use at least 50 blocks and 5 different colors. The winning team will be judged based on the accuracy (how similar the structures are to each other) and quality (how ambitious/creative the structures are). Build the most beautiful gift box: Participants are tasked with building the most beautiful gift box they can muster up. What your group will do: Participants will receive a package of Legos® before the event. Each package will include 200+ bricks for a healthy array of building options Our facilitator will welcome the group, go over the rules of the game, and start the event with high energy Multiple rounds of fun, holiday-themed challenges Half of the time will be spent in the mini-teams and the other half will be the whole group together What's Included: Entertaining & engaging host to facilitate a smooth, fun, and unique experience Access to our event fulfillment team After you book the event, we will send you a confirmation email and Zoom details for the event We will then collect the addresses of each of the participants and ensure every individual is sent a package of Legos® Our event fulfillment team will be able to answer any questions you have before, during, or after the event

Embark on a creative journey together while honing essential professional skills!In our Brick Building Challenge, your team(s) will come together in a dynamic environment to tackle a series of toy brick building tasks and puzzles. This engaging experience will not only showcase your collective creativity but also develop a range of crucial workplace abilities.Together, you'll construct more than just toy brick creations - you'll build a stronger, more united team.Skills honed:Teamwork & Collaboration: Strengthen team rapport and unity as you work side by side, translating ideas into tangible creations. Enhance communication effectiveness through shared decision-making and problem-solving. Witness the power of collaborative effort as you build, modify, and refine your masterpiece. Creativity & Innovation: Unlock the full potential of your team's creative prowess by turning individual visions into a harmonious, cohesive structure. Encourage "outside the box" thinking to tackle unexpected building scenarios and unleash new solutions. Giving & Receiving Feedback: Foster a culture of constructive critique as you reflect on each phase of the building process. Celebrate successes and discuss areas for improvement, cultivating a supportive environment for growth and development. How It Works:Participants will receive a package of Legos® before the event. Each package will include 200+ bricks for a healthy array of building options. Our facilitator will welcome the group, go over the rules of the game, and start the event with high energy. A variety of challenges will be presented to the participants. For larger groups, we will use breakout rooms to split your group up into mini-teams but you will still have the opportunity to interact with the whole group throughout the event. What’s Included:An entertaining & engaging host to facilitate a smooth, fun, and unique skill building experience. Access to our Skills Challenge fulfillment team After you book the challenge, we will send you a confirmation email and Zoom details for the event. Our fulfillment team will be able to answer any questions you have before, during, or after the event.

Learn how to transform pyro fire and smoke explosion simulations into captivating Lego brick animations in this 22-minute tutorial that leverages Cinema 4D's Mograph matrix and clones functionality. Master the techniques of converting dynamic simulations into block-based animations, creating unique visual effects that combine the organic nature of fire and smoke with the distinctive aesthetic of Lego bricks.

Get ready to build spooky creations in our Virtual Halloween Brick Building Team Challenge! We'll send participants their own Lego® kits, so everyone can compete in a series of eerie, Halloween-themed challenges that put your creativity and brick-building skills to the test. May the best ghoul...er, build, win! Each round features prompts that require teams to conjure up haunted houses, creepy creatures, and other festive masterpieces. The winning builds will be chosen by popular vote—because who knows Halloween better than your fellow teammates? It's the perfect way to encourage creativity while embracing a bit of spooky fun! Example prompts include: Build the Scariest Haunted Mansion, Create a Monster Mode of Transportation, and Construct a Pumpkin Patch Scene. All participants receive 200+ Lego® bricks, and our energetic facilitator will keep the spirit high from start to finish. So, dust off your building skills, channel your Halloween vibes, and get ready for some brick-tacular fun! What your group will do: Participants will receive a package of Legos® before the event. Each package will include 200+ bricks for a healthy array of building options Our facilitator will welcome the group, go over the rules of the game, and start the event with high energy A variety of challenges will be presented to the participants (some will require breakout rooms for teams to collaborate) Half of the time will be spent in the mini-teams and the other half will be the whole group together

This beginner's Unity tutorial shows how to build a Brick Breaker Game similar to the original ones from the 80's. We will be covering topics such as: 2D games, sprites, keyboard input, input manager, Rigidbody2D, colliders, User Interface (UI), trigger colliders, OnTriggerEnter2D, OnCollisionEnter2D, loading scenes, C# and others.

Explore cell fracture and motion capture techniques using Blender's rigid body tools in this 25-minute tutorial video. Learn the motion capture workflow, set up cell fracture for a brick wall simulation, and create a rigid body simulation. Discover how to apply Cycles materials, configure camera settings with depth of field, and enhance the final result through compositing. Follow along as the instructor demonstrates these techniques using Blender v2.83, incorporating motion capture data from Mixamo and audio from YouTube Audio Library. Gain insights into creating dynamic simulations and improve your 3D animation skills through this comprehensive walkthrough.