upcoming events in .zip
Jan 29, 2026
18:45 - 21:25
.unconference
.external
Unconference: Technology in Public Spaces
Hosted by: .zipper Louisa Teichmann in collaboration with Anouk Geenen, Julieta Matos Castano and Esmeralde Marsman
How might our city look and feel if the technology in our public spaces uses all the opportunities that exist to better support community life?
We invite you to help explore (and shape!) the answer. Join us for an event that brings together diverse perspectives on smart technologies and community needs in Rotterdam’s public spaces.
At this collaborative, participant-driven unconference, you won’t find a traditional line-up of speakers. Instead, if you have a topic or a question that you would like to explore during the event, bring it with you! Whether you are a maker, journalist, artist, city planner, hacker, or a curious citizen, the only requirement is that it connects to the main evening’s theme.
We will document ideas as we go. The evening will feature a mix of open conversations, thematic corners, and rotating discussion rounds. Whether you come with a concrete topic to explore, or just curiosity, we would be delighted to welcome you!
Programme
1845–19 Walk-in
19h -1930 Welcome & Introduction
1930–1940 Theme Proposals for Round 1
1940–2010 Conversation Round 1
2010–2020 Theme Proposals for Round 2
2020–2050 Conversation Round 2
2050–2100 Closing & Next steps
2100–2125 Time for drinks
Costs
free
1845–19 Walk-in
19h -1930 Welcome & Introduction
1930–1940 Theme Proposals for Round 1
1940–2010 Conversation Round 1
2010–2020 Theme Proposals for Round 2
2020–2050 Conversation Round 2
2050–2100 Closing & Next steps
2100–2125 Time for drinks
Costs
free
Language
English
Location: Auditorium, het Timmerhuis, Rotterdam
︎︎︎
about Futures Compass
What happens next? This unconference is just the beginning. Insights and ideas gathered in this event will set the stage for two upcoming sessions: an unhackathon and a speculative workshop. We will keep you posted!
Who is invited?
We welcome policy makers, technologists, researchers, community organizers, and residents: anyone who cares about how technology shapes public life in Rotterdam (whether you live there or not!). If you are interested in proposing a topic, bringing a question, or simply participating in the conversation, you are very welcome to join!
RSVP: Please register on MeetUp if you plan to join us on 29 January. Feel free to share this invitation with others who should be part of the conversation.
If you prefer not to use MeetUp, you can also send an email to hello@zipspace.nl.
If you have any questions or suggestions for others who should be involved, don’t hesitate to reach out.
What happens next? This unconference is just the beginning. Insights and ideas gathered in this event will set the stage for two upcoming sessions: an unhackathon and a speculative workshop. We will keep you posted!
Who is invited?
We welcome policy makers, technologists, researchers, community organizers, and residents: anyone who cares about how technology shapes public life in Rotterdam (whether you live there or not!). If you are interested in proposing a topic, bringing a question, or simply participating in the conversation, you are very welcome to join!
RSVP: Please register on MeetUp if you plan to join us on 29 January. Feel free to share this invitation with others who should be part of the conversation.
If you prefer not to use MeetUp, you can also send an email to hello@zipspace.nl.
If you have any questions or suggestions for others who should be involved, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Feb 17, 2026
18:00 - 22:00
.workshop
.hackathon
.monthly
Neocities Coding Night -- Build your own Digital Garden
Hosted by: Roos Groothuizen
To hell with boring-ass brainrot scrolling on Instagram, let’s handcode our own sites again, filled with cool pictures, funny texts and cute games. Did you know that’s really easy??
Every month, we get together at .zip to work on our personal sites with HTML, CSS and Javascript. When we get stuck on difficult coding challenges, we have each other to help out. At the end of the night, we’ll show off our pages, and join each other’s ‘webrings’.
PS: Making a personal site on free hosting platform Neocities was the motivation to start this event series (it’s nice, you can follow each other and it has a cool online community!). But you’re welcome to work on other web projects, of course.
︎︎︎ About Neocities
Neocities is a modern revival of the early web’s GeoCities: a free, user-friendly platform for creating and hosting personal websites. It embraces the DIY spirit of the early internet, allowing users to build custom sites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript without ads or corporate restrictions.
Its simplicity, nostalgia, and focus on creativity have made it especially popular among artists, indie developers, and those seeking an alternative to social media’s algorithmic feeds.
Recently, Neocities has gained traction as a hub for digital self-expression, retro web aesthetics, and communities prioritizing personal ownership over centralized platforms.
Read more about the web revival movement here.
Mar 17, 2026
18:00 - 22:00
.workshop
.hackathon
.monthly
Neocities Coding Night -- Build your own Digital Garden
Hosted by: Roos Groothuizen
To hell with boring-ass brainrot scrolling on Instagram, let’s handcode our own sites again, filled with cool pictures, funny texts and cute games. Did you know that’s really easy??
Every month, we get together at .zip to work on our personal sites with HTML, CSS and Javascript. When we get stuck on difficult coding challenges, we have each other to help out. At the end of the night, we’ll show off our pages, and join each other’s ‘webrings’.
PS: Making a personal site on free hosting platform Neocities was the motivation to start this event series (it’s nice, you can follow each other and it has a cool online community!). But you’re welcome to work on other web projects, of course.
︎︎︎ About Neocities
Neocities is a modern revival of the early web’s GeoCities: a free, user-friendly platform for creating and hosting personal websites. It embraces the DIY spirit of the early internet, allowing users to build custom sites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript without ads or corporate restrictions.
Its simplicity, nostalgia, and focus on creativity have made it especially popular among artists, indie developers, and those seeking an alternative to social media’s algorithmic feeds.
Recently, Neocities has gained traction as a hub for digital self-expression, retro web aesthetics, and communities prioritizing personal ownership over centralized platforms.
Read more about the web revival movement here.