The University of Texas at Austin

Breakfast Bytes

breakfastBytes

Brunch for the Brain. Join us for cool talks and interact with technology as we serve up cutting-edge computer science. Now serving Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon on the UT campus. Breakfast Bytes is a free Saturday morning program geared toward middle and high school students, and their parents. UTCS professors and industry guests lead interactive computer science discussions and activities.

Spring 2012 Menu

Now serving Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon.

February 18:  Creating the Next Google
Associate Professor William Cook will brainstorm with students on creating a startup, including product ideas, team formation, preparing a business case, and communicating with potential investors.  Students will work in teams to practice each step of the process, from defining their product to pitching their idea to investors.

March 24:  Going Digital 
Senior Lecturer Mike Scott will demystify the digital process, and use cameras to show students how digital images are created.

April 21What Can We Compute? 
Distinguished Senior Lecturer Elaine Rich will talk about why some problems are difficult and other are impossible (even for the fastest computers).  Students will test concepts with simple puzzles like Nim and harder games like chess.

Sessions will be held in in W.C. Hogg 1.110.

FAQ

What age group can attend Breakfast Bytes?
Breakfast Bytes is for middle and high school students, parents, and teachers.

Is there a fee for Breakfast Bytes?
No, Breakfast Bytes is free.

Do students have to attend all the sessions or can they pick those of interest?
Students are welcome to attend any or all sessions.

Will food be served?
Yes, we will serve either bagels or donuts and beverages.

Is there parking available?
Students or parents can park in either the Speedway Garage or the 27th Street Garage.

How can I sign up?
An RSVP is not required. You are welcome just to show up!