We're seeing some excellent program proposals float in for the first-ever Evergreen International Conference, May 20-22 2009 (see http://solinet.net/evergreen), and yes, we are planning on two half-day "hackfest" sessions on producing documentation. We've also had some questions:
* How do I submit a program proposal? Answer: see the conference program proposal web page: http://solinet.net/Classes%20and%20Events/Evergreen%20International%20Conference/Call%20for%20Submissions.aspx ... we've kept it as simple as possible. * When are program proposals due? Answer: 5 p.m. EST, March 2, 2009 * What level of audience? Answer: just about any level. The three tracks for programs -- Admin, Tech, and Front Line -- ensure that there is a place for any program. * What category does my program go in? Answer: don't sweat that detail. Just make a best-guess and if the program is a good match for this year's conference, it will find a home. * Can it be a panel discussion or presentation? Answer: absolutely! Just remember these are 45-minute programs so you might want to keep it to two or three panelists. * What kind of setup will we have? Expect a computer projector and a laptop (or bring your own laptop). We should have online access but remember it's usually a smart idea to "can" your program so you aren't completely reliant on online access. * Does the program proposal need to match the conference theme, "Branch out with Evergreen"? Answer: no, that's not necessary, all ideas considered. * How do I submit a lightning talk idea? Answer: you can submit in advance (just send an email to [email protected]), but you can also sign up at the conference. (Lightning talks are five-minute presentations.) * What about a hackfest idea? Answer: submit it like a proposal. * What's a hackfest, anyway, and how long does it have to be? Answer: a hackfest is a concentrated work effort on a special project and it can range from a couple of hours to all day. Hackfests are traditionally used for development -- but don't let that box you in. You'll have a room, wifi access, tables, and a few hours to spend with colleagues you might not normally get "f2f"-time with. Do you have a usability project? Coding? Documentation? Testing? Want to hold an advocacy camp? Here's your chance! * I have other questions. Where can I ask them? Feel free to pose them here on the list but you can also email [email protected]. The Evergreen International Conference 2009 is jointly sponsored by Equinox Software, Georgia Public Library Service, and SOLINET. -- -- | Karen G. Schneider | Community Librarian | Equinox Software Inc. "The Evergreen Experts" | Toll-free: 1.877.Open.ILS (1.877.673.6457) x712 | [email protected] | Web: http://www.esilibrary.com | Be a part of the Evergreen International Conference, May 20-22, 2009! | http://solinet.net/evergreen
