Processing is an open source Java-based programming language designed to introduce beginners to computer programming in a visual context. In this interactive workshop, we will cover the basics of the Processing environment, and work towards building a first interactive animation.

No prior programming experience necessary. Participants will leave this session with a good grasp of the fundamentals of computer programming and the skills to continue to develop their own projects in the future.

Date: Thursday October 6

Time: 7-10pm

Location: InterAccess Studio (in the basement of 9 Ossington)

Registration Fee: 

$45 ( (With Annual Studio/Workshop Pass ) 

$60 (Regular)

Material Fee: None

What, if any, prerequisite knowledge should students have? None!

What to Bring: A laptop (Mac, PC, or Linux) with Processing installed. Download it here

About the Instructor: Tess Sutherland is a graduate of the Ryerson New Media program. She has worked on a variety of interactive installations, including Micah Scott's Forest (commissioned for TIFF Kids digiPlayspace), and BitMorph, a location-based game commissioned by the Ontario Science Centre. Her most recent work includes a Processing-driven interactive installation centering on the modern relationship with surveillance technologies. Check out her work here.

Questions? If you have any questions about the workshop or special requirements, please contact us at education@interaccess.org. Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy: We are unable to accommodate attendee cancellations or refunds less than 1 week prior to a workshop or event. InterAccess reserves the right to cancel or reschedule this workshop if necessary.