A gentle reminder that the next Hillgang (DC VM and Linux UG) will take place May 23. We've added a spot for Gabe Goldberg to discuss his article on "Generation Next" and to solicit your views for that article.
The full agenda, directions, and registration instructions may be viewed at: http://www.vm.ibm.com/events/hill0507.pdf Here's the abstract for Gabe's slot: "Gabe is doing an article for Bob Thomas' z/Journal about next-generation mainframers, industry and educational outreach initiatives for students and young professionals, opportunities and obstacles for people exploring this career area, etc. "A long-time and common topic on the lists is the graying of mainframers and how there is or will be a shortage of people to use, support, and/or enhance big iron. "I'm interested in what you're seeing in industry, schools, user groups, etc. regarding new generations of mainframers. * Does your employer court/train young professionals for mainframe careers? * Do you work with younger colleagues? * Is there a generation gap or is there "solidarity within mainframes"? * Do you have younger relatives working on mainframes? If so, did you influence their career choices? * Do user groups adequately educate new folks in this technology and culture? * Are your mainframe areas of interest reflected in industry/educational initiatives? * If you are a non-graying mainframer -- what led to this career path? How do you like it so far? What future options do you see for yourself?" ---------------------------------------------------------------------- For LINUX-390 subscribe / signoff / archive access instructions, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with the message: INFO LINUX-390 or visit http://www.marist.edu/htbin/wlvindex?LINUX-390
