From 279745397d597ca626563b38de8a1b25be0210bc Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Eric Spooner Date: Tue, 2 Dec 2025 03:03:14 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Update Ideas and Planning --- Ideas-and-Planning.md | 185 ++++++++++++++++++++++-------------------- 1 file changed, 95 insertions(+), 90 deletions(-) diff --git a/Ideas-and-Planning.md b/Ideas-and-Planning.md index a918f0f..333e253 100644 --- a/Ideas-and-Planning.md +++ b/Ideas-and-Planning.md @@ -1,91 +1,96 @@ -[← Back to Home Page](Home) - -# Ideas and Planning - -## Future Event Concepts - -### "Sliced" Design Challenge Format -*Inspired by "Chopped" TV show format* - -**Concept**: Head-to-head design competition with surprise challenges -- **Format**: Timed design challenges with specific constraints or materials -- **Community Engagement**: Head-to-head competitions create excitement -- **Skill Development**: Challenges participants to think creatively under pressure - -### Community Outreach Initiatives - -#### School Partnerships -- **Target**: Local schools and robotics teams for participation -- **Coordination**: Work with Lynn Fritz regarding scheduling and involvement -- **Educational Value**: Introduce students to advanced 3D printing techniques -- **Pipeline**: Create pathway from education to community involvement - -#### Discord Integration -- **Community Input**: Create ballot/survey system for challenge suggestions -- **Voting Platform**: Integrate Discord and partner schools for voting -- **Ongoing Engagement**: Maintain community connection between meetings - -## Event Structure Improvements - -### Enhanced Show & Tell Format -- **Multiple Categories**: Organize different sections with specific themes -- **Recognition System**: Prizes for each category winner -- **Documentation Strategy**: - - Take photos of winners to share on social media - - Record videos of winners for social media sharing -- **Hybrid Format**: Combine show & tell with competitive elements - -### Prize Structure Evolution -- **Individual Category Winners**: Recognition for specific achievements -- **Overall Competition Winner**: Grand prize for best submission -- **People's Choice Award**: Community voting component - -## Monthly Challenge Development - -### Challenge Selection Process -- **Monthly Themes**: Set up rotating monthly design challenges -- **Community Input Process**: - - Create ballot/survey system for challenge suggestions - - Integrate Discord and partner schools for voting - - Collect feedback during meetings - -### Platform Integration -- **Downslash Integration**: Coordinate with Downslash platform for submissions -- **Cross-Platform Voting**: Enable voting across Discord and school communities -- **Documentation Sharing**: Streamline submission and sharing processes - -## Implementation Timeline - -### Short-Term Goals (Next 3 months) -- Complete October transparency challenge -- Develop November challenge theme -- Establish school partnership contacts - -### Medium-Term Goals (3-6 months) -- Launch "Sliced" format pilot challenge -- Implement Discord voting system -- Expand community outreach - -### Long-Term Vision (6+ months) -- Regular competitive events -- Strong school partnerships -- Multi-platform community engagement - -## Community Feedback Integration - -### Input Channels -- **Meeting Discussions**: Collect ideas during meetups -- **Discord Polls**: Online community voting -- **School Feedback**: Educational partner input -- **Organizer Coordination**: Regular planning sessions - -### Idea Development Process -1. **Collection**: Gather community suggestions -2. **Evaluation**: Assess feasibility and interest -3. **Planning**: Develop implementation strategy -4. **Testing**: Pilot new concepts -5. **Refinement**: Improve based on feedback - ---- - +--- +gitea: none +tags: + - hidden +--- +[← Back to Home Page](Home) + +# Ideas and Planning + +## Future Event Concepts + +### "Sliced" Design Challenge Format +*Inspired by "Chopped" TV show format* + +**Concept**: Head-to-head design competition with surprise challenges +- **Format**: Timed design challenges with specific constraints or materials +- **Community Engagement**: Head-to-head competitions create excitement +- **Skill Development**: Challenges participants to think creatively under pressure + +### Community Outreach Initiatives + +#### School Partnerships +- **Target**: Local schools and robotics teams for participation +- **Coordination**: Work with Lynn Fritz regarding scheduling and involvement +- **Educational Value**: Introduce students to advanced 3D printing techniques +- **Pipeline**: Create pathway from education to community involvement + +#### Discord Integration +- **Community Input**: Create ballot/survey system for challenge suggestions +- **Voting Platform**: Integrate Discord and partner schools for voting +- **Ongoing Engagement**: Maintain community connection between meetings + +## Event Structure Improvements + +### Enhanced Show & Tell Format +- **Multiple Categories**: Organize different sections with specific themes +- **Recognition System**: Prizes for each category winner +- **Documentation Strategy**: + - Take photos of winners to share on social media + - Record videos of winners for social media sharing +- **Hybrid Format**: Combine show & tell with competitive elements + +### Prize Structure Evolution +- **Individual Category Winners**: Recognition for specific achievements +- **Overall Competition Winner**: Grand prize for best submission +- **People's Choice Award**: Community voting component + +## Monthly Challenge Development + +### Challenge Selection Process +- **Monthly Themes**: Set up rotating monthly design challenges +- **Community Input Process**: + - Create ballot/survey system for challenge suggestions + - Integrate Discord and partner schools for voting + - Collect feedback during meetings + +### Platform Integration +- **Downslash Integration**: Coordinate with Downslash platform for submissions +- **Cross-Platform Voting**: Enable voting across Discord and school communities +- **Documentation Sharing**: Streamline submission and sharing processes + +## Implementation Timeline + +### Short-Term Goals (Next 3 months) +- Complete October transparency challenge +- Develop November challenge theme +- Establish school partnership contacts + +### Medium-Term Goals (3-6 months) +- Launch "Sliced" format pilot challenge +- Implement Discord voting system +- Expand community outreach + +### Long-Term Vision (6+ months) +- Regular competitive events +- Strong school partnerships +- Multi-platform community engagement + +## Community Feedback Integration + +### Input Channels +- **Meeting Discussions**: Collect ideas during meetups +- **Discord Polls**: Online community voting +- **School Feedback**: Educational partner input +- **Organizer Coordination**: Regular planning sessions + +### Idea Development Process +1. **Collection**: Gather community suggestions +2. **Evaluation**: Assess feasibility and interest +3. **Planning**: Develop implementation strategy +4. **Testing**: Pilot new concepts +5. **Refinement**: Improve based on feedback + +--- + *This document represents ongoing planning discussions and community input. Ideas are subject to refinement and community approval.* \ No newline at end of file