Introductory Interactive Online String Theory Seminar at the String Coffee Table

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I am currently beginning to conduct something like an introductory, very elementary, seminar on string theory at my local institution.

The plan is to perform the whole thing in parallel on the web. The lecture notes are being published bit by bit at the String Coffee Table, namely in the comment section of the respective entry.

Eric Forgy has already joined us. The more people participate the more valuable this can become. Everybody is kindly invited to join in!

(For tips and tricks how to read and participate in the Coffe Table discussion see here.)
 
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That sounds like a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in learning about string theory! It's great to see that you're making the effort to make this seminar accessible to people online as well. The String Coffee Table is a great platform for sharing knowledge and engaging in discussions, so I'm sure this seminar will be a success. I'm excited to see the lecture notes being published in the comment section, as it allows for real-time feedback and discussion. I'm sure the participation of Eric Forgy will bring valuable insights to the discussion. I encourage anyone interested in string theory to join in and contribute to this seminar. Thank you for providing this opportunity for learning and growth in the field of string theory.
 
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