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Occupational therapist, technology and education lover to help open doors for all learners. #OpenAT #AssitiveTech #3D #Make #RightToRepair #FreeFairElections #OpenSource
Making #Open_AssistiveTech is great! Documenting is even better!!! Check out the first draft of our documentation template to help encourage students and budding makers in creating docs to support the community at large. 📑 = ❤️ : zeroday.camp/project-docs...
Project Docs for the Community – a tech and craft space
zeroday.camp
August 14, 2025 at 4:06 PM
🙌 @microbit.org MakeCode editor now supports keyboard navigation! Amazing progress towards #Accessibility and #AssistiveTech support. microbit.org/news/2025-07...
New: keyboard navigation in block-based coding
Breakthrough in accessible coding
microbit.org
July 24, 2025 at 10:26 AM
Shout out to PrintLab for their amazing tutorials! Thanks to them, I was able to update my original micro:bit mounting plate using a dovetail connection which is more secure. Files can be found here: www.printables.com/model/134251... #AssistiveTech #3D_design #Open_AT
July 7, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Come join the #NYC chapter of @makersmakingchange.bsky.social for a hands on workshop on how to use @microbit.org for a range of #AssistiveTech #OpenAT devices to support users with physical disabilities. 7/12/25 11- 1:30 in BK: zeroday.camp/microbit-as-...
Micro:bit as Assistive Technology – a tech and craft space
zeroday.camp
June 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ok! Finally have a little time to work on projects. Just finished putting together instructions on how to switch adapt remote camera shutters for #Accessible_Photography #OpenAT #AssistiveTech www.zeroday.camp/switch-adapt...
Switch Adapted Remote Camera Shutter
Users with physical disabilities may struggle with engaging in meaningful leisure activities. Photography is an effective means of participation in leisure. This project provides instructions on ho…
www.zeroday.camp
December 21, 2024 at 3:33 PM
It's #GivingTuesday AND UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities! Pls support NYC Metro chapter of Makers Making Change + help us creating + distributing #OpenAT #AssistiveTech to the community.
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December 3, 2024 at 1:59 PM
I've been playing around with Makecode Arcade a bunch lately and working on developing letter height awareness with my kids for #Handwriting. Here is a mash up game of those 2 things: arcade.makecode.com/S48309-08278... #EduSky #OT #Handwriting
Letter Heights Sort
Made with ❤️ in Microsoft MakeCode Arcade.
arcade.makecode.com
November 17, 2024 at 2:56 PM
Loved collab with Bill Siever + PrintLab to talk about how to use the Micro:bit as an endlessly customizable wireless switch interface. In case you missed it: www.youtube.com/watch?v=QELb... #OpenAT #AssistiveTech #3D_Design #MakerEd
Empowering Accessibility: Using the Micro:bit and 3D Design as Switch Interface
YouTube video by Makers Making Change NY Chapter
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November 16, 2024 at 7:07 PM
Join us on Monday (11/11/24) at 4PM EST as we talk about how to use the #Microbit and #3D_Design to create custom computer interactions for people with physical disabilities. #OpenAT #AssistiveTech www.meetup.com/assistive-te...
Empowering Accessibility: Using the Micro:bit and 3D Design as Switch Interface, Mon, Nov 11, 2024, 4:00 PM | Meetup
Join us for an informative virtual event that explores the innovative potential of the Micro:bit in creating accessible technology solutions. This session will delve into t
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November 9, 2024 at 1:55 PM
Want to learn how design your own custom keyguards for alternative communication #AAC to #3DPrint? Join the NYC Metro chapter of MMC this Thursday (11/7) at 3PM EST for a virtual workshop. #OpenAT www.meetup.com/assistive-te...
Custom Keyguard Design Workshop, Thu, Nov 7, 2024, 3:00 PM | Meetup
Join us for this virtual workshop as we learn how to create 3D design files of custom keyguards. A keyguard is a physical overlay or barrier placed on a touchscreen device
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November 5, 2024 at 1:38 PM
Super excited for our day long workshop at Closing the Gap today. We will be talking about all things switch access and making our own switches and switch interfaces.
October 22, 2024 at 12:42 PM
Found another useful use for the
@adafruit.com NeoKey project! Use it as an alternate access method for the AsTeRICS Grid #AAC Huffman input method. Blazing fast input option once you get the hang of it! #AssistiveTech #OpenAT
August 8, 2024 at 12:45 AM
Reposted by loreto
Here's an awesome thing from the desk of fediscience.org/@johnvidler - we've been working on improving accessibility of micro:bit in both hw and sw. This prototype add-on is one avenue. Please shout if you'd like to test it or know people who will be able to - johnvidler.co.uk/blog/the-acc...
June 10, 2024 at 12:13 PM
OMG!!! Thank you so much @adafruit.com for developing the TRRS Trinkey. This is such a game changer for #DIY_AT and opening switch access to so many more! #AssistiveTech #OpenSource www.adafruit.com/product/5954
Adafruit TRRS Trinkey - USB Key for Assistive Technology
It's half USB Key, half TRRS breakout... it's the Adafruit TRRS Trinkey specifically designed for Assistive Technology hackers and creators as a simple and low cost, ...
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May 18, 2024 at 3:59 PM
I am so very excited to be part of Project Invent's fireside chat on May 31st as we talk about teaching and learning with the Micro:bit and seeing first hand some of the amazing solutions this year's youth participants created. Hope to see you there.

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Project Invent's 2024 Night of Innovation - NYC
Get ready for an epic Night of Innovation, and inspiring micro:bit LIVE fireside chats, during our Demo Day X New York City!
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April 8, 2024 at 9:45 PM
flip.it/ijySSO ahhh another 🐇🕳️to go down.
February 22, 2024 at 6:59 PM
Wanna learn how to design custom keyguards for your #AAC apps? Join the NYC Metro chapter of Makers Making Change for our virtual workshop on 3/8. To register and learn more: www.zeroday.camp/event-custom... #OpenAT #AssistiveTech
[Event] Custom Keyguard Design Workshop :
Join the Makers Making Change NYC Metro chapter on 3/8/2024 for this virtual workshop for designing custom keyguards for AAC apps.
www.zeroday.camp
February 9, 2024 at 1:16 AM
I've been working on a remix to help my students write a little smaller and put spaces between their words. File is available here: www.printables.com/model/695908...
December 28, 2023 at 4:11 PM
Come visit the @MakerMakeChange table all this weekend @MakerFaireConey! Learn all about #Open_AT #AssistiveTech 🎉
October 6, 2023 at 8:42 PM
Exciting! 3D wheelchair fabrication may one day soon lead to open source design and high level customization... assistivetechnologyblog.com/2023/09/germ...
assistivetechnologyblog.com
September 25, 2023 at 12:49 PM
Finally put together a post about creating a wireless Morse Code typewriter using #microbit boards for users with physical disabilities. #DIY_AT #AssistiveTech www.zeroday.camp/microbit-mor...
Microbit: Morse Code Typewriter :
The Microbit board is a compact, feature-filled microcontroller designed for learning and prototyping projects. It features an ARM Cortex-M0 processor, a built-in 5×5 LED display, buttons, sensors, a...
www.zeroday.camp
August 31, 2023 at 3:37 PM
😳 Can it be? Apple supporting a #RightToRepair bill? www.cultofmac.com/828188/apple...
Apple backs California’s Right to Repair Act
After years of lobbying against the Right to Repair Act, Apple lends its support to a California bill.
www.cultofmac.com
August 24, 2023 at 7:28 PM