How to Slack with SoT

We've set up a Slack channel for real-time chat amongst participants in our 2020 bootcamps.  Here's a few tips for users:

What is Slack?

Slack is a real-time message forum that we're using for communication before/during & after our Bootcamps.  Our Slack is for students who are registered for Summer of Tech AND attending our Bootcamps to get support with bootcamp topics.Bootcamp presenters have the OPTION of being in Slack. They may choose not to use it, and that's ok :-) SoT mentors can choose to be in Slack to help out with technical questions about their topic areas.More background about Slack here

How do I join?

Our bootcamp presenters have the option of using Slack for real-time communication, resource-sharing, Q&A's for their bootcamps.  If they choose to use it, we will make sure that all students who have registered to attend the bootcamp are emailed an invitation to join Slack before the bootcamp starts.Look out for the invitation in your email inbox.  That would be the email inbox that is the one you've used for your Summer of Tech registration ;-)If you haven't received an invitation, get in touch with the SoT team via Intercom (send a DM when you're logged into our platform) or via our contact form.

How does it work?

When you receive the invitation, follow the link to join Slack, then jump into the "channel" which has been set up for the bootcamp you're attending.During (and sometimes after) the bootcamp, students can ask questions, and presenters can share resources & tips related to the bootcamp topic.

Anything else I should know?

• Your participation in Slack is subject to the SoT code of conduct. It's a professional forum, and any misuse or abuse of the code of conduct will result in removal from the channel. If you want to report a code of conduct violation, please notify someone from the SoT Team via DM in Slack, or send us a message here.
• You can manage your notifications for Slack messages in your "Profile & Account" settings.
• In the SoT Slack, we have disabled the "notify everyone" functionality in the #general channel, as we expect there to be hundreds of participants before too long, and that's just annoying. If you have a message you want to share with the group, please send a Direct Message to someone on the SoT Team.
• Anyone can create new channels if you have a discussion topic that is relevant to the SoT Slack community. For example, perhaps you have a side project and are looking for other students to join you? Go for it.