The February 1 deadline for grant applications is approaching. If you're considering applying, now's a great time to review the requirements and application process: https://www.ardc.net/apply/. #ardc #amateurradio #digitalcommunications #science #technology

Our latest YouTube video features Schuyler Erle's N0GIS talk from the Zero Retries Digital Conference (ZRDC) 2025: https://youtu.be/k9_JttKz8WI. Video courtesy of Zero Retries: https://www.zeroretries.org/p/zero-retries-digital-conference-2025?open=false#%C2%A7presentation-ardc-net-vpn. #ardc #44net #amateurradio #digitalcommunications

Reminder: Our next grant application deadline is Feb. 1. We welcome projects across amateur radio and digital communications, with our priority areas being R&D, space-based communications, and open source education. Apply at https://grants.ardc.net/. #ardc #amateurradio #digitalcommunications #science #technology

Over the Holidays, ARDC Board Member Harald Welte gave a talk at the 39th Chaos Communication Congress. You can watch the talk here: https://media.ccc.de/v/39c3-isdn-pots-telephony-at-congress-and-camp #ardc #chaoscommunity #opensource #digitalcommunications

Final comment on this…

Even when projects are properly assessed at their conclusion – incuding looking at
both the overall level of engagement and a breakdown of what that engagement looks like – it feels very rare that projects assess (or even track) how much *time* is spent on the
#DigitalCommunications aspects of it.

I.e. what is the ultimate cost for each click or page view.

For bigger projects I feel that they should not only end with a report that looks at the success (or failure) of any digital comms, but that the success metrics should be established *before* the project commences.

In my own experience, this almost never happens.

I have helped deliver so many digital content projects that are judged a success mostly by virtue of the fact that a) content was produced and b) it received some level of traffic.

#DigitalCommunications

It’s common to have other stakeholders ask me ‘How many hits?’ did something get but there is often no interest in knowing any nuance in the details.

E.g. if your UK-based campaign webpage gets 100,000 hits some people might be pleased to see a big number. But if those 100,000 hits are from 10,000 *visits* and if they are mostly from the USA, then this might be due to spurious traffic from some automated web service (this type of thing happens).

The devil is often in the details but people are sometimes too busy (or disinterested) to want to know that detail.

#DigitalCommunications

I’ve been doing #DigitalCommunications as a full-time job for a decade and doing it as part of my previous career as a scientist for much longer.

There is a recurring challenge that I have noticed regarding the people who request ‘content’ to be put out on digital channels (websites, emails, videos, podcasts, social media etc).

Whether it is a single social media post to promote a webinar or a bigger coordinated campaign running for months across multiple channels, people often like to see that something has been published but are far less interested in how it performed.

Mass Calls and Broadcasts: When It’s Worth It

Automated calling systems like VoipTower allow businesses to communicate with clients faster and analyze results without manual effort.

In simple terms:
Automation improves efficiency and consistency.

Key takeaway:
Mass calls are not spam — they’re smart resource optimization.
#voip #telecomsolutions #GlobalTelephony #marketingtools #digitalcommunications #voiptower

Last chance! Applications to join an ARDC committee close this Friday (10/31). Help shape the future of amateur radio and digital communications by lending your expertise to one of our volunteer committees: https://www.ardc.net/join-ardcs-2026-volunteer-team/. #hamradio #amateurradio #digitalcommunications #science #technology

APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System)

https://www.aprsbrasil.com/index.html

📻 📡

#APRSBrazil #AmateurRadio #APRS #DigitalCommunications #HamRadio #Radio

Join an ARDC committee! We’re recruiting for multiple committees dedicated to making a positive impact in amateur radio and digital communication technology. Applications close soon! Don’t miss the chance to contribute your expertise and be a part of something meaningful: https://www.ardc.net/join-ardcs-2026-volunteer-team/. #ardc #hamradio #amateurradio #digitalcommunications #science #technology

The deadline to apply for a position on one of our volunteer committees is October 31. If you’re passionate about making an impact in amateur radio, now’s your chance to share insights and help shape the future! #hamradio #amateurradio #digitalcommunications #science #technology

Consider volunteering at ARDC: we have several committees to choose from, so there’s sure to be an option for anyone that’s interested! Deadline to apply is October 31. #ardc #hamradio #amateurradio #digitalcommunications #science #technology

We’re currently recruiting for our 2026 volunteer cohort. Interested? Check out the link to our related blog post: https://www.ardc.net/join-ardcs-2026-volunteer-team/. You have until October 31 to apply! #ardc #hamradio #amateurradio #digitalcommunications #science #technology

If you’d like to make an impact in amateur radio and digital communications, consider volunteering on one of our committees. Application deadline is October 31. #ardc #hamradio #amateurradio #digitalcommunications #science #technology

Want to make a difference? Volunteer with us at ARDC! We’re now accepting applications for our 2026 volunteer cohort, which includes some new roles. Check out our latest blog post for more details: https://www.ardc.net/join-ardcs-2026-volunteer-team/ #ardc #hamradio #amateurradio #digitalcommunications #science #technology

Open Source DMR Modem Implementation in SDR with GNU Radio and Codec2

https://qradiolink.org/open-source-DMR-transceiver-implementation.html

#HackerNews #OpenSource #DMR #SDR #GNURadio #Codec2 #DigitalCommunications

NEW PODCAST with Noah Parrish of Gender Justice on the evolving communications landscape in 2025! 🎙️ If you're a communicator, this is a must-listen. ▶️ https://www.nextinnonprofits.com/2025/02/evolving-digital-comms-with-noah-parrish/

#audienceengagement #communications #socialmediaanalytics #mediarelations #digitalcommunications #nonprofitcommunications