Sydney Computing Society - SYNCS

Welcome to Week 6! We’re kicking off with an exciting Quantum Panel you don't want to miss this Monday. On Wednesday, we have our Annual General Meeting (so there won’t be our weekly Social Night or Help Desk🚨). Thursday features our highly anticipated Cyber & Pizza workshop—spots are filling up fast, so be sure to sign up! 🚀

Monday:
💙 SYNCS x PhySoc Quantum Panel from 6PM - 8PM
Featuring a panel of superstars who are at the forefront of this rapidly growing field 🤝

Wednesday:
💙 Annual General Meeting (AGM) from 4PM - Finish
Make your voice heard—your input matters! 🙌

Thursday:
💙 Weekly Free BBQ from 11:30AM - 12:30PM
Fuel up with free food and great company! 🍽️

💙 Cyber & Pizza: Digital Forensics (Sherlock's Edition) from 6PM - 8PM
Put on your detective hat and dive into digital forensics! 🔍

Do you enjoy watching how company specific news and current events impact the financial markets? Like solving puzzles and working competitively with a team to win?
Susquehanna is looking for interns and grads to join our team in Sydney! Our Equity Research Analysts play an integral role in identifying trading opportunities in options and equity markets by analysing companies and providing opinions on breaking news.

What we're looking for
This opportunity open for students graduating in 2024 or 2025 with a background and interest in any of the following fields/majors but not limited to:
• Finance
• Business
• Actuarial
• Maths
• Economics
• Accounting
• Engineering
• Statistics


➡️ APPLY NOW: https://careers.sig.com/sydney-campus/

🕵️‍♂️🍕 Cyber & Pizza: Digital Forensics (Sherlocks Edition)

Join us for a deep dive into digital forensics using HTB Sherlocks! Free pizza included.

📅 Sept 5, 2024 (W6)
⏰ 6PM - 8PM
📍 J12 Boardroom 124

🎟️ Limited Seats Available! We can only support up to 50 students, so make sure to reserve your spot now!

Fill out the Expression of Interest (EOI) form; Link in Bio 💙

Have you heard the buzz🐝?

Quantum Computing is a new and exciting industry that has piqued the world’s interest. 🌎 Why is it that governments, VC’s and large companies are investing billions of dollars globally into Quantum Computing? What is it anyway and why is it useful? 🧐

USYD’s Computer Science and Physics societies have partnered together to welcome a panel of superstars who are at the forefront of this rapidly growing field. 🤝 Join us next Monday 2/9/24 from 6-8PM at Susan Wakil Lecture Theatre 321 for your opportunity to meet and learn from pioneers of the field. 🚀

Meet the panel:
🌟 Prof. Stephen Bartlett, Theoretical Quantum Physicist at USYD and director of the Sydney Nano institute
🌟 Dr. John Bartholomew, Senior Lecturer at USYD and director of the Quantum Integration Lab
🌟 Nuiok Dicaire, Research Scientist in Quantum Computing at Q-CTRL
🌟 Jamie Phan, Back-end Software Engineer at Q-CTRL

We’ll see you there!👋

Welcome to Week 5! We’ve got a fantastic lineup this week, here's what’s coming up 🚀

Wednesday:
💙 Help Desk from 4-6PM 🖥️
💙 Weekly Social Night from 6-8PM 🎉

Thursday:
💙 Free BBQ from 11:30AM-12:30PM 🍔
💙 Jack Dye Tech Talk: "Blockchain - the basics, latest advancements, and its uses" from 6-8PM 💡

Friday:
💙 FUNdamentals Prog Comp 2024 from 6-8PM 🏆 Are you ready to put your problem-solving skills to the test? Join us for our beginner friendly FUNdamentals Programming Competition! 🎉

📣 FUNdamentals Programming Competition! 📣

Are you ready to put your problem-solving skills to the test? Join us for our beginner friendly FUNdamentals Programming Competition! 🎉

👨‍💻What to Expect:
- Beginner-friendly problem-solving competition
- Small prizes for top performers
- No programming experience required (but it helps!)
- PEP HOURS: Earn PEP hours while having fun and challenging yourself!

📅 Date: Friday 30th August 2024

🕕 Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

📍 Location: Lecture Theatre 123 & 124 in J12 Computer Science Building - University of Sydney

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to hone your skills, meet fellow enthusiasts, and maybe even win some cool prizes! 🏆
Keep your eye out for the registration link coming your way very very soon! 🤩🥳

Get excited for the LIMITED EDITION SYNCS HACK MERCH waiting for you at SYNCS HACK‼️

Write down ALL your ideas 💡in the ECO-FRIENDLY NOTEBOOK 🌱 with your ECO-FRIENDLY PEN🖊️ Show off your EXCLUSIVE JEREMEOW STICKER 🤩 to ALL YOUR FRIENDS and carry your stuff in a SUPER SLEEK TOTE BAG😎

See you SOON🥳

🌸 GENERAL RELEASE TICKETS OUT TODAY @ 12PM 🌸

➡️ Get your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/csesoc-x-syncs-ball

Get ready for an enchanting evening surrounded by blooms, a delicious 2-course meal🍴, unlimited drinks🍾, and a gelato truck for dessert! 🍨

💐 Date: 12 September
💐 Time: 7-11PM
💐 Location: Curzon Hall, Sabrinas View Marsfield
💐 Registrations due 30 August

🎟️ Ticket releases 🎟️
✨ Early bird : SOLD OUT ❌
✨ General release: $130
✨ Final release: $135
✨ SPECIAL OFFER: Buy 10 tickets and get $50 off! (only general/final release)
‼️ NO refunds, but ticket transfers are allowed
‼️ 18+ ONLY

➡️ Take a look at
the seating sheet here or LINK IN BIO: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1tvW8b53DS1WJHdJtLUzwmFGTp3zquuYPg1fzerORdOg/edit

Let’s make it a night to remember! 🌷🌼

drumroll please… 🥁 🥁 🥁

Here are our gracious sponsors for the upcoming SYNCS HACK!

A big thank you to Jane Street, TikTok, Atlassian, Arista, and ROKT for supporting this event! 🥳

We can’t wait to see you all soon🤩

🧮🧩 Maths and puzzle enthusiasts, are you ready for a new brain-teasing challenge?

Optiver, the global tech-driven trading firm, has released the second episode of 'Prove it', an interactive puzzle series for those that are looking to elevate their problem-solving skills.

In this episode, you'll be faced with an intriguing probability puzzle involving another random walk. To make it more interesting, there's a fun twist that adds to the complexity of the problem.

📺 Can you Prove it? Jump into a world of probability and maths on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u76c4QDHXME

🔎 Also, don't forget to submit your solutions to the puzzle. Good luck and happy solving: https://bit.ly/3Afq3xV

🗓️ Save the Date: 2024 SYNCS Annual General Meeting! 🗳️

It's that time of year again! Join us on Wednesday, 4th September 2024 (Week 6) for our AGM. We’ll be in Boardroom 124, J12 Computer Science Building from 4 - 6 PM.

🔍 Please note: Must attend in person—no online voting! This event will replace our usual Help Desk and Social Night.

Want to get involved? Nominations will be considered and voted on for various roles—swipe to see the positions! 💪

💙 Nomination form: https://forms.gle/rLfgZRjXhmnG2s3U6
💙 Agenda: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SeD7p8pRwk-BPwI8LZ5Ehl9AWHCfinfFpG9dWLbkars/edit?usp=sharing

Let’s shape the future of SYNCS together. See you there!

Connect with our community, exchange insights, and empower one another to excel in the tech industry. This event aims to ignite innovation, cultivate relationships, and inspire inclusion.

➡️ Insights to TikTok 2024
• Register here: https://insightstotiktok2024.splashthat.com/
• Date & Time: August 27th 2024 at 5:00pm (registration closes 23rd August 12pm)
• Target Audience: Undergrads

➡️ An Evening with TikTok
• Register here: https://aneveningwithtiktokau.splashthat.com/
• Date & Time: August 29th 2024 at 5:00pm (registration closes 26th August 12pm)
• Target Audience: Postgrads

‼️ Seats are limited and are on a first come first serve basis. For successful registrants, a confirmation email will be sent to you.

Welcome to Week 4! What you've been waiting for is almost here—SYNCS Hack 2024 is this weekend, and we’ve got an epic week lined up to get you ready! 🚀 Here’s what’s on:

Wednesday:
💙 Help Desk from 4-6PM 🖥️
💙 Weekly Social Night from 6-8PM 🎉

Thursday:
💙 Free BBQ from 11:30AM-12:30PM 🍔
💙 Michael Cahill Tech Talk: "Why, When and How to Create a Startup" from 6-8PM 💡

Friday:
💙 SYNCS Hack 2024 GIT Workshop from 4-6PM 🛠️
Get your GIT skills sharp and ready for the hackathon!

Saturday - Sunday:
💙 SYNCS Hack 2024 kicks off at 9.30AM 🕙

🌸 CSESOC and SYNCS presents... Welcoming Spring Ball🌸

Get ready for an enchanting evening surrounded by blooms, a delicious 2-course meal🍴, and a gelato truck for dessert! 🍨

💐 Date: 12 September
💐 Time: 7-11PM
💐 Location: Curzon Hall, Sabrinas View Marsfield
💐 Registrations due 30 August

🎟️ Ticket releases 🎟️
✨ Early bird (19 Aug): $125
✨ General release: $130
✨ Final release: $135
✨ SPECIAL OFFER: Buy 10 tickets and get $50 off! (only general/final release)
‼️ NO refunds, but ticket transfers are allowed

➡️ Take a look at
the seating sheet here or LINK IN BIO: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1tvW8b53DS1WJHdJtLUzwmFGTp3zquuYPg1fzerORdOg/edit

Let’s make it a night to remember! 🌷🌼

Looking to get expert advice or just chat about something on your mind? 🌟 Starting from 19th August, Syncs Representatives will be available for consultations!

📅 Date: From 19th August onwards
🕒 Time: Depends on representative availability (check the form)
📍 Location: CSB second floor study area
📋 Week: 4

Want to chat with a Syncs Representative? Simply fill out the registration form to request a consultation. Make sure to indicate your preferred times and topics. Slots are limited, so check your email for a confirmation once your form is submitted. Book now to ensure you get the support you need!

🔗 Registration Link / Check in bio:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=JNCnle2HYUy_1_9EnWDRjiTqvQhUeR1IrdE1tgyt2xRURUFWVFc3MUdIVUJFSEdKUFZZQ1FJVFNGWS4u

On behalf of SafetyCulture, thank you to the SYNCS members who took the time to come and visit our office last month. We hope you gained some extra insight into what it's like to work at SafetyCulture, and learn about our engineers. We also hope you enjoyed lunch and all that swag!

If you are interested in applying for the Software Engineering graduate program at SafetyCulture, check out this exciting opportunity (applications close on the 30th August)! 🚀

https://jobs.lever.co/safetyculture-2/ef284fee-831e-48e7-9b23-47f1a2bd8117

🚀 Thinking of starting your own tech company? Join us for an exclusive talk with Professor Michael Cahill on August 22, 2024, from 6-8pm at the University of Sydney! 🎤✨

Learn the why, when, and how of creating a successful start-up from a tech leader and entrepreneur who’s been at the forefront of innovation with MongoDB and WiredTiger. Michael will share insights on motivations, the key ingredients for success, and how to navigate different types of companies and funding pathways. 💡📈

Whether you're just considering if a start-up is right for you or are already in the early stages, this talk is for you! 🌟

🗓️ Thursday 22nd August
⏰ 6-8pm
📍 Location: Lecture Theatre 123, J12 Computer Science Building, University of Sydney.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain invaluable advice from a seasoned founder and angel investor! 🚀💼 Click going now!!
https://www.facebook.com/share/4aBqHRsonKEnYEVt/

Our cultural exchange event with Tsinghua University’s Computer Science Faculty was a huge success! 🤩 We had an amazing turnout with PhD, master’s, and undergraduates all mingling and connecting. 🤝

From Chinese calligraphy and paper cutting to engaging board games, the Qixi Festival-themed celebration was filled with fun and learning. 🖌️✂️ We hope everyone enjoyed learning each other's cultures and the free pizza!

Thank you to everyone who attended and made the event unforgettable. Can't wait to see you all at the next SYNCS event! 💫

Get ready to GIT things done at our SYNCS Hack GIT Workshop! 💻💙
 
We’ll walk you through the basics of GIT, the main submission format for the competition, and share tips to ace SYNCS Hack 2024. Whether you’re a beginner or just need a refresher, this session is perfect to sharpen your skills and get prepped. 🛠️✨ Don’t miss out! 🚀
 
🗓️Date: Friday 23rd August
🕧Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
📍Location: Boardroom 124, J12 Computer Science Building, USYD

Welcome to Week 3! We hope you're enjoying the semester so far and are ready for another awesome week ahead 🚀 Check out what we have planned:

Wednesday:
💙 Help Desk from 4-6PM 🖥️
💙 Weekly Social Night from 6-8PM 🎉

Thursday:
💙 Free BBQ & Mochi Donuts with Jane Street from 11:30AM-12:30PM 🍔🍩

💙 Dr. Clement Canonne Tech Talk: "Privacy and Algorithms: What can we do and prevent?" from 6-8PM 🛡️

Don't miss out on the fun (and donuts)! See you there! 🎉

🏎️ Thanks to everyone who joined SYNCS Hyper Karting Night! 🏁

Something special is sizzling at this week’s BBQ! 🔥

Join us on 15/08 from 11:30AM-12:30PM at Computer Science Building (J12) Front Lawn for an upgraded BBQ sponsored by Jane Street! 🌭

✨ Special Treat: Mochi Donuts from .au (Vegetarian-friendly) 🍩✨

Plus, grab some free Jane Street merch! 🎁

Don’t miss out on the fun, food, and freebies! See you there! 💙

🔒 Unlock the secrets of data privacy! 🔓
 
Join us for an eye-opening Tech Talk with Dr. Clement Cannone, Senior Lecturer at USYD's School of Computer Science. Dive deep into the world of privacy-preserving algorithms and differential privacy!
 
Dr. Cannone will explore:
• What "privacy" really means in data analysis
• The groundbreaking concept of differential privacy
• Real-world applications of privacy-preserving algorithms
📅 Date: Thursday, August 15th, 2024 
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 
📍 Location: Lecture Theatre 123, J12 Computer Science Building
 
Don't miss this chance to learn from a leading expert in sublinear algorithms and computational learning theory!
 
Free food provided ✅ 
PEP hours available ✅
 
See you there for an evening of cutting-edge insights and lively discussion! 🧠💻

🚨Due to popular demand…we’re releasing more SYNCS HACK tickets!! THIS IS YOUR LAST CHANCE — GET THEM BEFORE THEY’RE GONE 🎟️‼️ LINK IN BIO ⬆️

Applications are closing Sunday 11th August for IMC’s Launchpad Program, which takes place from Wednesday, 2 October, to Friday, 4 October.

Join Launchpad, an exclusive 3-day program for forward-thinking students graduating in 2026 and beyond. This immersive experience offers a unique opportunity to accelerate your career and gain an insight into the lives of our traders and engineers.

Put theory into practice by developing your own trading strategy using our cutting-edge trading simulation, and advance your coding skills in our tailored software and hardware workshops. You’ll also get the chance to get to know the IMC team during desk shadowing and networking sessions. Stand-out performers will be fast-tracked to the final round of interviews for the 2025/26 Summer Internship Program in Trading, Software, or Hardware.

➡️Apply now: https://bit.ly/3L3kpkU and discover where a career in trading and engineering at IMC can take you.

Want to supercharge your coding? 🏃🏻‍♂️💨

Join us this Thursday for our first Tech Talk of the semester, hosted by Justin Edgar, a third year Software Engineering student at USYD!

Justin will take you through an interactive session, learning the ins and outs of NeoVim!! He’ll share tips and tricks and some exercises for you to get better.
Looking forward to seeing you there 😎

Did we mention PEP hours and FREE FOOD? 😳

Date: Thursday 8/8/24
Time: 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Location: Lecture Theatre 123

Welcome to Week 2! We hope you all had a great start to the semester and are ready for another awesome week ahead 💻 We've got a bunch of events this week:

Wednesday:
💙 Help Desk from 4-6PM 📖
💙 SYNCS Hyper Karting Night from 6:30PM @ Moore Park 🏎️

Thursday:
💙 Our famous Weekly BBQ from 11:30AM-12:30PM 🌭
💙 Justin Edgar Tech Talk: "Code Blazingly Fast with Neovim" from 6-8PM 💻

💙 Saturday: SYNCS x Tsinghua Networking from 3PM 🌐

Looking forward to seeing you all there!

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✔️ Spend the summer learning new skills, meeting great people and making a difference. At the end of the program, you’ll also have the chance to apply early for their 2026 Graduate Program.

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If you’re curious about life at CommBank, check out across socials.

🗓 Applications close 16 August! Check the comments for the link to apply 👇