Kawaiicon’s Hilarious Hack: Fighting ‘Con Crud’ with DIY CO2 Monitors!
Kawaiicon, New Zealand’s top hacker conference, tackled the infamous “con crud” by implementing a DIY carbon dioxide monitoring system. Attendees could access real-time air quality data online, helping them navigate the event safely. It’s hacking with a breath of fresh air—literally!
Hot Take:
New Zealand’s Kawaiicon has taken a breath of fresh air to a whole new level. Forget about the usual conference swag; this event is handing out CO2 readings instead of con crud! They’ve out-nerded the nerds by hacking the air itself, ensuring attendees can breathe easy—literally. In a world where viruses party like it’s 1999, Kawaiicon is the sober adult in the room, monitoring CO2 levels to keep those nasty bugs at bay. Hats off to the organizers for turning ‘air care’ into a conference theme. Now that’s what I call a breath-taking innovation!
Key Points:
– Kawaiicon installed a real-time CO2 monitoring system to improve air quality at the conference.
– DIY CO2 monitors were deployed across the venue to track air safety levels.
– Attendees could access an online dashboard to check air conditions before entering.
– CO2 levels were indicated via stoplight colors to show immediate room safety.
– Organizers emphasized personal risk assessment and offered virtual attendance options.