Today we'll find out how a subject like computer science can take root in K-12 education. We'll learn how technology and policy can help to shape future generations through advocacy and perseverance.

Today we'll find out what the Mana Up Showcase is all about. We'll also hear from a couple of companies that just completed the cohort 9 program and learn what's next for their businesses.

Today we'll catch up with Frank Orrall from Poi Dog Pondering. We'll learn how technology has influenced his music, the time spent on the Continent and the journey chronicled in his book from Hawaii to CBGB.

Today we'll find out about a bi-annual technology conference called Pacific Tech 2024. We'll learn how innovative tech companies have and opportunity to connect with potential customers, learn about America's Seed Fund program, and chart a path to commercialization.

Today we'll find out what exactly UX and UI developers really do. We'll learn about the upcoming UXHI Conference and hear how the user interface and experience can make or break an application.

Today we'll find out about the Lanai Watershed Conversation Program. We'll learn how this island wide project worked with the U.S. Geological Survey to use machine learning technologies to map the islands native and non-native species.

Today we'll find out about the 2024 Hawaii Annual Code Challenge, in it's ninth year! We'll learn how this statewide hackathon brings together civic technologists along with government and nonprofits to solve pressing problems.

Today we'll catch up with PauBox, who found a niche in the HIPAA compliant world. We'll also find out about the PauBox Kahikina Scholarship that supports Native Hawaiians with their college pursuits.

Today we'll find out about what might be the first Blockchain Summit in Hawaii. We'll learn how this Summit aims to bring together Web3 founders, investors, and builders to discuss the opportunity for crypto in Hawaii.

Today we'll learn about a novel approach to feature tech events. We'll find out how Honolulu Tech Week brings together business leaders, startups, entrepreneurs, investors, educators and more to spend a week sharing projects.