Short description
This workshop presents a hands-on introduction to the RiTa v2.0 tools, including the new RiScript language. Version 2 of RiTa is a complete rewrite of the library that is easier-to-use, faster and more powerful. The workshop will cover the basics of RiTa and RiScript in JavaScript, with a specific focus on the Observable notebook environment. The number of addition topics covered, and the depth to which they are explored, will vary in relation to the time allotted by conference organizers and the experience of participants. While no specific skills are required for participation, familiarity with JavaScript and a basic knowledge of programming concepts (conditionals, variables, loops, etc.) will be assumed.