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+title: "Hypha Co-op + DWeb Local-First Software Weekend" 
+author: Hypha
+date: 2024-12-12
+acknowledgement: 
+excerpt: Supporting local events to build alternative tech futures
+---
+
+We're excited to support the first [DWeb Local First weekend](https://lu.ma/2ul5uwdl), a community-driven event in Vancouver, BC focused on exploring and advancing local-first software technologies. This two-day gathering, coming up on January 11-12, 2025, brings together developers, technologists, and DWeb enthusiasts to learn about and work with the principles and applications of local-first software.  
+
+The event will kick off with presentations from experienced LoFi practitioners including [Peter Van Hardenberg](https://www.pvh.ca/) (🦋 [@pvh.ca](https://bsky.app/profile/pvh.ca) \| 🐘 [@[email protected]](https://merveilles.town/@pvh) ) discussing local-first software fundamentals, [Brooklyn Zelenka](https://notes.brooklynzelenka.com/) (🦋 [@expede.wtf](https://bsky.app/profile/expede.wtf) \| 🐘 [@[email protected]](https://types.pl/@expede)) exploring trust and security in local-first systems, and [David Luecke](https://github.com/daffl) (🦋 [@daffl.me](https://bsky.app/profile/daffl.me) \| 🐘 [@[email protected]](https://cosocial.ca/@daffl)) sharing insights on building real-time applications without cloud dependence.
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+Following the talks there will be time for attendees to connect, share ideas, and foster collaborations within the DWeb and local-first communities. Participants will have the opportunity to hack on projects together and share their collaborations.
+
+[See the full agenda and register on Lu.ma →](https://lu.ma/2ul5uwdl)
+
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+
+## What is LoFi software?
+
+Local-first software represents an alternative approach to app development focusing on:
+
+- Giving users ownership and control of their data
+- Enabling offline functionality and improved performance
+- Enhancing privacy and security
+- Reducing reliance on the cloud
+
+This approach aligns with Hypha's mission of empowering communities through accessible and sustainable technology solutions. To learn more about local-first read [the foundational essay from the Ink & Switch research lab](https://www.inkandswitch.com/local-first/?ref=dwebyvr.org).
+
+## Hypha and local-First
+
+As a supporter of this event, Hypha continues its commitment to supporting decentralized web technologies and community-driven innovation in developing new technology that prioritizes user agency. Local-first is just one of the tools that Hypha has promoted since the movement began. Hypha worker-owner Mauve Signweaver gave a talk at Causal Islands 2023: [Holistic Local First Software On The P2P Web](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exMYxhh5t24&list=PLDiFPpmwGrtb-Dik-jZLyA9_NIEeRnPcZ&index=4) ([Slides](https://blog.mauve.moe/slides/holistic-local-first/#1))
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+Mauve also gave [a talk on p2p protocols](https://youtu.be/gHrul4jEHvs?si=gKgj0QOr8Bvkl8vn) a few years back that is still highly relevant.  
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+We're also exploring and experimenting with local-first first AI as a secure and privacy-preserving alternative to the current Big Tech-backed alternatives available on the market today. More details on this in the new year.
+
+## `#LoFiWKND` event details
+
+- **Date**: January 11-12, 2025
+- **Location**: Vancouver, Canada
+- **Organizer**: [DWebYVR](https://wiki.dwebyvr.org/wiki/About) to local node of the DWeb initiative guided by the Internet Archive.
+
+The event is also supported by [Feathers Cloud](https://feathers.cloud/) and [Ink & Switch](https://www.inkandswitch.com/), alongside Hypha.
+
+[Learn more and register on Lu.ma →](https://lu.ma/2ul5uwdl)