Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, March 28th, 2026
- Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM (MST)
- Location: Bridgerland Technical College, West Building, Room 1860, 1410 N 1000 W, Logan, UT 84321
Event Overview
Join us for “RAM Fundamentals,” a deep dive into one of the most essential components in every computer. Our very own nonopey will be walking us through how RAM works, how systems use it, and why it plays such a critical role in everything from booting your OS to running your favorite applications.
What You’ll Learn
nonopey’s presentation will cover the fundamentals of RAM from the ground up, including:
- What RAM actually is: how it differs from storage, why it’s volatile, and what role it plays in the memory hierarchy alongside CPU caches and disk
- How RAM works at a hardware level: a look at how data is read and written, the basics of memory addressing, and what’s happening on the DIMM itself
- How systems use RAM: how your operating system manages memory allocation, what happens when you run out of physical memory, and how virtual memory and paging come into play
- Types and specs that matter: DDR generations, clock speeds, latency timings, dual-channel vs. single-channel configurations, and what to actually look for when choosing RAM
- Troubleshooting and real-world scenarios: common RAM-related issues, how to diagnose them, and why understanding memory matters whether you’re building a PC, writing software, or managing servers
Whether you’ve never thought about what’s inside your computer or you just want to fill in some gaps, this talk is designed to be approachable and practical.
Why Attend This Meetup?
Show up if you’re:
- Local developers interested in understanding how memory works under the hood
- Students and educators looking for practical tech knowledge
- Tech enthusiasts curious about what’s happening in Cache Valley’s tech scene
- Anyone interested in technology who wants to strengthen their hardware fundamentals
Connect With Us
Join our Discord community to:
- Get presentation updates and materials
- Connect with other meetup attendees
- Share tips and techniques
- Stay updated on future community meetups and events
- Continue learning and discussions after the meetup
Bridgerland Technical College, West Building, Room 1860, 1410 N 1000 W, Logan, UT 84321