[OSGeo-Conf] conference web site/ software

[Andrew Ross]

Hi Everyone,

I just did a test, and it seems I can link Skype conference with my 
conference bridge using SkypeOut. So people can participate via. which 
ever is most convenient for them. If it turns out there's only people 
via. Skype we can hang up on the telecom bridge.

I don't mind setting up the bridges. I will need to know the Skype ID's 
of those planning to attend to be add them. Please send me your id 
off-list if you would.

Cheers,

Andrew

On 09/18/2012 07:00 PM, Cameron Shorter wrote:
> Andrew did suggest teleconference lines, but I also have the problem 
> of not having a local number to call.
> If we have less than the (10? skype max) then I suggest that we use 
> skype along with irc://freenode.net#osgeo as a backchannel.
>
> On 17/09/2012 8:09 PM, Vasile Craciunescu wrote:
>> Hello,
>>
>> I'm interested. Is there a possibility to connect via Skype? At that 
>> time I'll be at home where I don't have a land line anymore.
>>
>> Best,
>> Vasile
>>
>> On 9/17/12 12:27 PM, Jachym Cepicky wrote:
>>> I suggest, Vasile join's the conversation too - they might be 
>>> organizing
>>> FOSS4G-CEE 2013 next year
>>>
>>> I do not know, if they are interested, but possibly yes
>>>
>>> Jachym
>>>
>>> Dne 15.9.2012 14:15, Cameron Shorter napsal(a):
>>>> On 15/09/12 10:34, Andrew Ross wrote:
>>>>> On 09/14/2012 03:56 PM, Cameron Shorter wrote:
>>>>>> On 15/09/12 01:05, Andrew Ross wrote:
>>>>>>>> I expect that FOSS4G events would not gain much by handing over
>>>>>>>> complete control to Eclipse. It would be desirable to continue to
>>>>>>>> make use of our OSGeo volunteers who have been doing a great job
>>>>>>>> running conferences to date, however it would be good to provide a
>>>>>>>> level of backup from an Eclipse staff.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Can you think of specific items that are important in this regard?
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> For example, negotiating venue contracts, A/V contracts, catering,
>>>>>>> printing, decorating, etc. etc. I'm guessing the organizing
>>>>>>> committee would want to be aware and have input but frankly leave
>>>>>>> much of the execution work here to staff.
>>>>>> Andrew,
>>>>>> Yes, that is a reasonable assumption. Most foss4g international
>>>>>> events have hired a local Professional Conference Organisor who
>>>>>> handled these details.
>>>>>> There would be an option for Eclipse to take on a portion of the PCO
>>>>>> tasks, probably in conjunction with a local volunteer or PCO.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> I suggest you float the concept with Eclipse, and get in principle
>>>>>> support for the idea, then we can draft up a more detailed proposal
>>>>>> with contributions from both Eclipse and the OSGeo Conference 
>>>>>> committee.
>>>>>>
>>>>> Cameron,
>>>>>
>>>>> I believe as a next step, it is probably worth talking about via. a
>>>>> higher bandwidth form of communication to dive into what the concept
>>>>> is. I'm happy to lend my conference bridge for the task. Skype might
>>>>> work too depending on how many people are involved.
>>>>>
>>>> Andrew,
>>>> I suggest the following timeslot [1] for a meeting to start building a
>>>> recommendation for LocationTech engagement in future FOSS4G events.
>>>>
>>>> I'm hopeful that we can see a representative in this meeting from
>>>> upcoming foss4g events, especially foss4g-nottingham and foss4g-na.
>>>> David Bitner William and Steven Feldman, will you or someone who can
>>>> speak for your LOC be able to make this timeslot?
>>>>
>>>> If anyone who wishes to attend, and can't make this time, please 
>>>> suggest
>>>> a different day (or time?)
>>>>
>>>> [1]
>>>> http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/meetingdetails.html?year=2012&month=9&day=20&hour=20&min=0&sec=0&p1=224&p2=75&p3=179&p4=286&p5=136&p6=215&p7=240 
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> San Francisco (U.S.A. - California)    Thursday, 20 September 2012 at
>>>> 1:00:00 PM    PDT    UTC-7 hours
>>>> Denver (U.S.A. - Colorado)    Thursday, 20 September 2012 at 2:00:00
>>>> PM    MDT    UTC-6 hours
>>>> New York (U.S.A. - New York)    Thursday, 20 September 2012 at 4:00:00
>>>> PM    EDT    UTC-4 hours
>>>> Halifax (Canada - Nova Scotia)    Thursday, 20 September 2012 at 
>>>> 5:00:00
>>>> PM    ADT    UTC-3 hours
>>>> London (United Kingdom - England)    Thursday, 20 September 2012 at
>>>> 9:00:00 PM    BST    UTC+1 hour
>>>> Rome (Italy)    Thursday, 20 September 2012 at 10:00:00 PM CEST
>>>>   UTC+2 hours
>>>> Sydney (Australia - New South Wales)    Friday, 21 September 2012 at
>>>> 6:00:00 AM    EST    UTC+10 hours
>>>>