whykay 🇮🇪🏳️🌈🦄👩🏻💻 (she/her)
@whykay.bsky.social
Coder, diversity in tech advocate in Ireland.
Currently: Coding Grace, PyLadies Dublin & Gamecraft.
Fellow: Python Software Foundation & EuroPython Society
Past: Women Who Code Dublin, Python Ireland, PyCon Ireland, TechFoundHer
Currently: Coding Grace, PyLadies Dublin & Gamecraft.
Fellow: Python Software Foundation & EuroPython Society
Past: Women Who Code Dublin, Python Ireland, PyCon Ireland, TechFoundHer
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Happy Halloween! The @imirt.bsky.social List has lots of spooky games that are on sale as a part of Steam Scream IV!
store.steampowered.com/curator/4145...
#IrishGameDev #IndieDev #GameDev #IrishCreatives #Halloween #OícheSamhain #IrishGameDomination #SpeirGhorm #GameDev #IndieGame #SteamScreamIV
store.steampowered.com/curator/4145...
#IrishGameDev #IndieDev #GameDev #IrishCreatives #Halloween #OícheSamhain #IrishGameDomination #SpeirGhorm #GameDev #IndieGame #SteamScreamIV
Steam Curator: Games From Ireland
Games developed in the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, from Irish creators, or playable in the Irish language (Gaeilge).
store.steampowered.com
October 31, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Happy Halloween! The @imirt.bsky.social List has lots of spooky games that are on sale as a part of Steam Scream IV!
store.steampowered.com/curator/4145...
#IrishGameDev #IndieDev #GameDev #IrishCreatives #Halloween #OícheSamhain #IrishGameDomination #SpeirGhorm #GameDev #IndieGame #SteamScreamIV
store.steampowered.com/curator/4145...
#IrishGameDev #IndieDev #GameDev #IrishCreatives #Halloween #OícheSamhain #IrishGameDomination #SpeirGhorm #GameDev #IndieGame #SteamScreamIV
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This is FANTASTIC. I knew it was based in Ireland, from and Irish dev but I was blown away by some smart it is. First person detective game with some super smart time and investigation mechanics. Out in just a few weeks.
Check out the demo. It's seriously wonderful.
Check out the demo. It's seriously wonderful.
The Séance of Blake Manor is part of the Steam Next Fest. Check out the demo if you haven't already.
The game is launching on the 27th of Oct!
Play now: bit.ly/47Pm8XA
#indiegames
The game is launching on the 27th of Oct!
Play now: bit.ly/47Pm8XA
#indiegames
October 16, 2025 at 4:12 AM
This is FANTASTIC. I knew it was based in Ireland, from and Irish dev but I was blown away by some smart it is. First person detective game with some super smart time and investigation mechanics. Out in just a few weeks.
Check out the demo. It's seriously wonderful.
Check out the demo. It's seriously wonderful.
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The Séance of Blake Manor is part of the Steam Next Fest. Check out the demo if you haven't already.
The game is launching on the 27th of Oct!
Play now: bit.ly/47Pm8XA
#indiegames
The game is launching on the 27th of Oct!
Play now: bit.ly/47Pm8XA
#indiegames
October 14, 2025 at 9:25 AM
The Séance of Blake Manor is part of the Steam Next Fest. Check out the demo if you haven't already.
The game is launching on the 27th of Oct!
Play now: bit.ly/47Pm8XA
#indiegames
The game is launching on the 27th of Oct!
Play now: bit.ly/47Pm8XA
#indiegames
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Dragon con remains undefeated.
September 1, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Dragon con remains undefeated.
#PyLadiesDublin x #DubSec event kindly hosted by @thedigitalhub.bsky.social today.
#Cybersecurity professionals speaking plus teeny tictacs, zines & tons of stickers!
www.meetup.com/pyladiesdubl...
#Python #IrishTechCommunity #DiversityInTech #PyLadies
#Cybersecurity professionals speaking plus teeny tictacs, zines & tons of stickers!
www.meetup.com/pyladiesdubl...
#Python #IrishTechCommunity #DiversityInTech #PyLadies
August 30, 2025 at 10:32 AM
#PyLadiesDublin x #DubSec event kindly hosted by @thedigitalhub.bsky.social today.
#Cybersecurity professionals speaking plus teeny tictacs, zines & tons of stickers!
www.meetup.com/pyladiesdubl...
#Python #IrishTechCommunity #DiversityInTech #PyLadies
#Cybersecurity professionals speaking plus teeny tictacs, zines & tons of stickers!
www.meetup.com/pyladiesdubl...
#Python #IrishTechCommunity #DiversityInTech #PyLadies
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@consdotie.bsky.social another Irish convention for the Starter Pack, @shipitcon.bsky.social ?
August 29, 2025 at 9:13 AM
@consdotie.bsky.social another Irish convention for the Starter Pack, @shipitcon.bsky.social ?
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Anyone who liked the #woodworking stuff I post but think they can’t cos of space just know you don’t need much to start or even much room you can fit your starting point in a shoe box. I’m still a beginner and learning but lot of what I’m making in my photos can be done with this as a start point.
July 11, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Anyone who liked the #woodworking stuff I post but think they can’t cos of space just know you don’t need much to start or even much room you can fit your starting point in a shoe box. I’m still a beginner and learning but lot of what I’m making in my photos can be done with this as a start point.
Making another badge, so soothing creating while listening to the talks at @shipitcon.bsky.social. 🥰
#shipitcon #sic2025 #maker
#shipitcon #sic2025 #maker
August 29, 2025 at 10:57 AM
Making another badge, so soothing creating while listening to the talks at @shipitcon.bsky.social. 🥰
#shipitcon #sic2025 #maker
#shipitcon #sic2025 #maker
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A nice preview of @blakemanorgame.bsky.social on The Guardian website today.
www.theguardian.com/games/2025/a...
www.theguardian.com/games/2025/a...
The Séance of Blake Manor – a gothic horror that explores the creepier side of Irish mythology
Developer Spooky Doorway is building a detective mystery full of Victorian spiritualism and pagan traditions, creating a lingering sense of dread that is hard to shake
www.theguardian.com
August 29, 2025 at 10:37 AM
A nice preview of @blakemanorgame.bsky.social on The Guardian website today.
www.theguardian.com/games/2025/a...
www.theguardian.com/games/2025/a...
At @shipitcon.bsky.social this morning, I'll be at the #Community table & we are running #ShipItCon's #Maker comp to add flair to your badge, there's a prize to be won for best badge.
Also best front row seats in the house, come make your badge, grab a #zine & stickers, browse our zine library.
Also best front row seats in the house, come make your badge, grab a #zine & stickers, browse our zine library.
August 29, 2025 at 8:22 AM
At @shipitcon.bsky.social this morning, I'll be at the #Community table & we are running #ShipItCon's #Maker comp to add flair to your badge, there's a prize to be won for best badge.
Also best front row seats in the house, come make your badge, grab a #zine & stickers, browse our zine library.
Also best front row seats in the house, come make your badge, grab a #zine & stickers, browse our zine library.
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Thank you 💚 for such a lovely response to Django’s 20th birthday! We received 63 new donations since, of which 12 are recurring 🫶
There’s only a few days left to meet our goal of 200 new donors with $20 or more – can you help us support #Django? #DjangoBirthday
There’s only a few days left to meet our goal of 200 new donors with $20 or more – can you help us support #Django? #DjangoBirthday
August 1, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Thank you 💚 for such a lovely response to Django’s 20th birthday! We received 63 new donations since, of which 12 are recurring 🫶
There’s only a few days left to meet our goal of 200 new donors with $20 or more – can you help us support #Django? #DjangoBirthday
There’s only a few days left to meet our goal of 200 new donors with $20 or more – can you help us support #Django? #DjangoBirthday
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The cool thing about video game zines is they can be whatever you want. Punk, iconic racer vibes, Sega blue skies.
Check out the video game zine directory for a full list of magazines from around the world 👉 www.forgottenworlds.net/zine-shop
#Zines #VideoGames #Sega #RidgeRacer #Namco 🌴☀️
Check out the video game zine directory for a full list of magazines from around the world 👉 www.forgottenworlds.net/zine-shop
#Zines #VideoGames #Sega #RidgeRacer #Namco 🌴☀️
August 21, 2025 at 11:11 PM
The cool thing about video game zines is they can be whatever you want. Punk, iconic racer vibes, Sega blue skies.
Check out the video game zine directory for a full list of magazines from around the world 👉 www.forgottenworlds.net/zine-shop
#Zines #VideoGames #Sega #RidgeRacer #Namco 🌴☀️
Check out the video game zine directory for a full list of magazines from around the world 👉 www.forgottenworlds.net/zine-shop
#Zines #VideoGames #Sega #RidgeRacer #Namco 🌴☀️
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I don't know why this lad is building a subterranean city for cats, but I'm all for it.
August 16, 2025 at 11:12 PM
I don't know why this lad is building a subterranean city for cats, but I'm all for it.
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🎙️Voice Actors! Less than a week left for this casting call!
Spooky Doorway are excited to announce our new #castingcall
While set in Ireland, our story features a diverse cast of characters for you to audition for!
11F/11M/1NB
Auditions are open until August 22nd, 23:59BST
We look forward to welcoming you to the Grand Séance!
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
While set in Ireland, our story features a diverse cast of characters for you to audition for!
11F/11M/1NB
Auditions are open until August 22nd, 23:59BST
We look forward to welcoming you to the Grand Séance!
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
August 16, 2025 at 9:31 PM
🎙️Voice Actors! Less than a week left for this casting call!
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DanDaDan s2e6 has an amazing homage to Back to the Future that made me smile ear to ear
August 16, 2025 at 7:22 PM
DanDaDan s2e6 has an amazing homage to Back to the Future that made me smile ear to ear
🙌 Looking forward to @dublinmaker.bsky.social
and it's my first time running a workshop.
🗓️ Sat Aug 30 (12:30-13:30)
📍 Leopardstown Racecourse
✂️ It's a #zine workshop and also my first time running it.
🎟️ Free #DublinMaker tix: www.eventbrite.ie/e/dublin-mak...
and it's my first time running a workshop.
🗓️ Sat Aug 30 (12:30-13:30)
📍 Leopardstown Racecourse
✂️ It's a #zine workshop and also my first time running it.
🎟️ Free #DublinMaker tix: www.eventbrite.ie/e/dublin-mak...
Dublin Maker Festival
Dublin Maker Returns for 2025 - Join us for Ireland's biggest Maker Festival - A free event celebrating creativity, innovation and community
www.eventbrite.ie
August 16, 2025 at 3:20 PM
🙌 Looking forward to @dublinmaker.bsky.social
and it's my first time running a workshop.
🗓️ Sat Aug 30 (12:30-13:30)
📍 Leopardstown Racecourse
✂️ It's a #zine workshop and also my first time running it.
🎟️ Free #DublinMaker tix: www.eventbrite.ie/e/dublin-mak...
and it's my first time running a workshop.
🗓️ Sat Aug 30 (12:30-13:30)
📍 Leopardstown Racecourse
✂️ It's a #zine workshop and also my first time running it.
🎟️ Free #DublinMaker tix: www.eventbrite.ie/e/dublin-mak...
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Build a Star Trek Combadge with an Adafruit Circuit Playground! When tapped, it'll make the "chirp" sound effect learn.adafruit.com/circuit-playground-combadge #3DPrinintg youtu.be/jqIgye2e43Y
August 14, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Build a Star Trek Combadge with an Adafruit Circuit Playground! When tapped, it'll make the "chirp" sound effect learn.adafruit.com/circuit-playground-combadge #3DPrinintg youtu.be/jqIgye2e43Y
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August 14, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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Bye forever, WeTransfer.
July 14, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Bye forever, WeTransfer.
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The fucking head of fucking XBox Graphics used a fucking "AI" slop image to hire new engineers but couldn't tell that the fucking screen on the fucking monitor is facing backwards.
July 13, 2025 at 2:15 AM
The fucking head of fucking XBox Graphics used a fucking "AI" slop image to hire new engineers but couldn't tell that the fucking screen on the fucking monitor is facing backwards.
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🎉 Attention Pythonistas! 🎉
The #PyLadiesCon 2025 CFP is officially OPEN! 🐍✨
📅 Dec 5–7, 2025
🌍 Multilingual & multi-timezone
🎙️ Open to all experience levels!
📢 Apply to speak: pretalx.com/pyladiescon-...
💡 How to submit: youtu.be/OGBaKjW8pj4
Let’s make it unforgettable! 💜
#PyLadies #Python #PSF
The #PyLadiesCon 2025 CFP is officially OPEN! 🐍✨
📅 Dec 5–7, 2025
🌍 Multilingual & multi-timezone
🎙️ Open to all experience levels!
📢 Apply to speak: pretalx.com/pyladiescon-...
💡 How to submit: youtu.be/OGBaKjW8pj4
Let’s make it unforgettable! 💜
#PyLadies #Python #PSF
July 11, 2025 at 5:55 PM
🎉 Attention Pythonistas! 🎉
The #PyLadiesCon 2025 CFP is officially OPEN! 🐍✨
📅 Dec 5–7, 2025
🌍 Multilingual & multi-timezone
🎙️ Open to all experience levels!
📢 Apply to speak: pretalx.com/pyladiescon-...
💡 How to submit: youtu.be/OGBaKjW8pj4
Let’s make it unforgettable! 💜
#PyLadies #Python #PSF
The #PyLadiesCon 2025 CFP is officially OPEN! 🐍✨
📅 Dec 5–7, 2025
🌍 Multilingual & multi-timezone
🎙️ Open to all experience levels!
📢 Apply to speak: pretalx.com/pyladiescon-...
💡 How to submit: youtu.be/OGBaKjW8pj4
Let’s make it unforgettable! 💜
#PyLadies #Python #PSF
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Finally got a physical copy of Guild of Dungeoneering! I designed its first expansion, Pirate's Cove, 10 years ago.
July 11, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Finally got a physical copy of Guild of Dungeoneering! I designed its first expansion, Pirate's Cove, 10 years ago.
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💜 PyLadiesCon is BACK! 🎉🐍
📅 Dec 5–7, 2025
🌍 100% online, free & global
🎤 Talks, panels, workshops & more
✨ Multilingual, inclusive & full of community love
📝✨ Read the blog: conference.pyladies.com/2025-pyladie...
Get ready for 3 days of pure magic 🥳
#PyLadiesCon #PyLadies #Python
📅 Dec 5–7, 2025
🌍 100% online, free & global
🎤 Talks, panels, workshops & more
✨ Multilingual, inclusive & full of community love
📝✨ Read the blog: conference.pyladies.com/2025-pyladie...
Get ready for 3 days of pure magic 🥳
#PyLadiesCon #PyLadies #Python
July 10, 2025 at 8:43 PM
💜 PyLadiesCon is BACK! 🎉🐍
📅 Dec 5–7, 2025
🌍 100% online, free & global
🎤 Talks, panels, workshops & more
✨ Multilingual, inclusive & full of community love
📝✨ Read the blog: conference.pyladies.com/2025-pyladie...
Get ready for 3 days of pure magic 🥳
#PyLadiesCon #PyLadies #Python
📅 Dec 5–7, 2025
🌍 100% online, free & global
🎤 Talks, panels, workshops & more
✨ Multilingual, inclusive & full of community love
📝✨ Read the blog: conference.pyladies.com/2025-pyladie...
Get ready for 3 days of pure magic 🥳
#PyLadiesCon #PyLadies #Python