Interlock is a non-profit organization that provides space for its members and the local community to develop and share their interests in science, technology, art, and culture.
Who are we?
Interlock is the first and only hackerspace in Rochester, NY. Our goal is to provide the community with a place to share, learn, and develop ideas in a collaborative, social environment. Members have access to our space 24/7 and can use it to store and work on their projects, hold meetings, attend classes, or just hang out with other people doing extremely interesting stuff.
Interlock began in October of 2009 when a small group of like-minded technologists saw the need for a common work and play space for Rochester’s vast number of talented engineers, designers, and artists. The group was officially incorporated on December 1st, 2009.
What is a hackerspace?
A hackerspace is a physical location for individuals to gather, collaborate, socialize, work on projects, and make things. There are more than 350 hackerspaces worldwide that have registered withHackerspaces.org, a lot of which have been established for several years, while some are still in the early planning stages.
As a part of the hackerspace community, we are involved in a growing movement to expand, rethink, and refactor technology in a collaborative, creative environment. Participating in this community allows our organization the ability to expand and connect with like minds globally, from collaborating on projects to attending and supporting virtual and physical events sponsored by other hackerspaces.
Who are our members?
The members of Interlock Rochester have diverse backgrounds and interests, and there are no requirements for background knowledge. You do not need to be an expert in any given area of computing, science, mathematics, or art. We take pride in welcoming anyone into our community who has a genuine interest in learning, sharing, and collaborating on ideas and projects.
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