Celebrating CircuitPython Day: The Snakiest Celebration of 2025

Join John for a deep dive into all things CircuitPython and open-source innovation! In this episode of Open Source News Elements, we spotlight Adafruit’s announcement of CircuitPython Day on August 15, 2025—a festivity uniting makers, educators, and programmers globally. Discover how community engagement, creative demonstrations, and free software advocacy come together for a day of inspiration and learning. Plus, we examine cybersecurity insights from DEFCON and discuss why ethical open-source practices matter now more than ever. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned developer, get ready for the snakiest day of the year and learn how you can get involved. Proudly brought to you by Element dot fm.