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Weekly Newsletter - May 11, 2025

Welcome to the TinyGS community newsletter! This edition summarizes recent discussions and shared updates from our Telegram group, highlighting technical advancements, community discussions, and collaborative achievements.

Welcome to the TinyGS community newsletter! This edition summarizes recent discussions and shared updates from our Telegram group, highlighting technical advancements, community discussions, and collaborative achievements.

Highlights

Announcements

  • G4lile0 announced new features for TinyGS web service.
    The TinyGS website now allows users to request web login directly using their email. A test version of a daily/weekly newsletter summarizing Telegram activity is underway. The stations page has been improved with better sorting and FSK packet stats, a new section for FSK satellites has been added, and the Starlink view enhanced. The SpaceBee section has been removed as those satellites are no longer in orbit. 🔗
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General

  • Sard shared a series of photos, showcasing what appears to be station components or perhaps installation progress. 🔗
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  • Bruno shared a photo related to the project’s activities. 🔗
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Technical Problems

  • Porky50 reported that an issue was resolved and thanked everyone. 🔗
  • VU2NXG shared multiple photos, likely related to troubleshooting or setup within this topic. 🔗
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  • Dan_Dan_24 shared a photo, likely related to the technical discussions. 🔗
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  • megazaic shared a photo, contributing to the conversation about technical issues. 🔗
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  • Bruno shared two photos, likely demonstrating a technical problem encountered with his TinyGS setup to seek assistance or clarification from the community. 🔗
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  • Stefan/OE6ISP shared a photo. 🔗
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  • Stefan/OE6ISP shared a photo. 🔗
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Balloons

  • Robert shared a photo, potentially related to balloon tracking activities or setups within the TinyGS project. 🔗
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Where to buy

  • VU2NXG shared a photo, likely showcasing a recent purchase of components or equipment relevant to building or expanding a TinyGS ground station, potentially offering insights on sourcing hardware. 🔗
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  • VU2NXG shared a photo, presumably related to sourcing hardware components for a TinyGS station. 🔗
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  • Website improvements were announced, including a new web login feature accessible directly via the TinyGS site using user email.
  • A new daily/weekly TinyGS newsletter is being tested, summarizing activity from the Telegram group to keep the community informed.
  • The project is now accepting donations to support its growth, including migrating services to more powerful servers and expanding the website with new features and capabilities.
  • Participants actively engaged in the Technical Problems topic, sharing updates and photos related to resolving issues, demonstrating the community’s collaborative spirit.
  • The ‘Where to buy’ topic featured visual updates, assisting fellow enthusiasts in identifying and procuring the necessary parts for their TinyGS ground stations.
  • Visual updates were shared related to balloon tracking and general project activities, offering insights into diverse TinyGS applications.
  • A specific technical problem was reported as resolved, with thanks extended to the community for their support, highlighting the effectiveness of community support.
  • Members are encouraged to share their setups, ask questions, and provide solutions, fostering a collaborative environment.

What’s next

Stay engaged in the TinyGS Telegram group to help fellow enthusiasts, share your own technical insights, and contribute to our growing community!

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