We are pleased to sponsor this online automata forum, the intent of which is to further bring the world of automata together. This forum is a great way for automatists to connect with each other and to share work, ideas, tips, and to simply discuss topics of common interest. If you have a problem or question,  someone else on the forum will often have an answer. If you have a new topic that you would like to explore, you will be able to post that topic for others to see and to respond to. • You may subscribe to the forum (apply for membership) on the home page here ( https://automatamagazine.groups.io/g/automata ). • Topics/messages can be found here ( https://automatamagazine.groups.io/g/automata/topics ). • FAQs can be found here. ( https://automatamagazine.groups.io/g/automata/wiki/Automata-online-forum-FAQ ) Our online forum is moderated. Moderators will endeavor to keep spam to a minimum and to encourage active participation and a positive environment for discussion. The first two messages from forum subscribers will be passed by a moderator for approval. All messages from non-subscribers will be passed by a moderator for approval (so we urge you to subscribe to the forum). This message-approval process is in place to keep spam to a minimum. We look forward to you joining us and reading your forum conversations.