# Summary of #hplusroadmap IRC Log (Oct 16, 2011)

- Discussion of specialized ergonomic keyboards, including the TypeMatrix keyboard and the rare Fingerworks Touchstream keyboard, which was noted to sell for $800-1580 on secondary markets, indicating interest in alternative human-computer interfaces.

- Kanzure shared DIYbio safety resources (http://diybio.org/safety/ and http://diybio.org/safety/biosafety-resources/), expressing concern about the involvement of the Woodrow Wilson Center in DIYbio regulation efforts.

- A link to an article about porting NumPy to PyPy was shared (http://technicaldiscovery.blogspot.com/2011/10/thoughts-on-porting-numpy-to-pypy.html), relevant to scientific computing and data analysis tools.

- Kanzure mentioned collaborating with klafka on developing a nootropics website that would include a feature for sharing supplement regimens, suggesting growing interest in cognitive enhancement tracking.

- Discussion about online AI/ML classes, with participants expressing mixed feelings about the educational format, particularly regarding programming assignments and the practical value of theoretical concepts.

- Brief mention of bioinformatics learning materials, with a participant expressing frustration about the lack of programming assignments in these resources.