Les Pounder

I am a freelance writer working in print publications such as

• Linux Format
• Linux Voice
• The MagPi

and web content for for online sites such as

• Element 14
• Tech Radar

I work with the Raspberry Pi Foundation to deliver Picademy, bespoke CPD training for teachers, covering the use of the Raspberry Pi in...

• Electronics
• Robotics
• Music
• Minecraft
• Photography

I am based in Blackpool, in the Northwest of the UK and I champion a number of IT based groups for children and adults.

• Blackpool Raspberry Jam
• Blackpool Geekup
• Blackpool Makerspace
• Hackpool

I am also the organiser of Barcamp Blackpool and co-organiser of Oggcamp, events which promote social interaction of the "geek" communities.

In my spare time I enjoy photography especially of my local area.

My blog is full of tech related posts so head over to http://bigl.es