[CODE4LIB] Job Announcement: Website Designer I (Washington, DC)

2011-08-24 Thread Patty De Anda Gates 
(Please excuse cross posting.)
LAC Group seeks an experienced Website Designer I for immediate consideration, 
subject to award. Must be a United States Citizen in order to be considered.
General Experience:

  *   Has experience working directly with Internet sites, either in 
development or support.
  *   Excellent familiarity with HTML, Perl, JavaScript, Scripting/CGI, and/or 
PHP.
  *   Experience with Unix and other operating systems.

Functional Responsibilities:

  *   Coordinates development of content structure and website appearance with 
the content and graphic teams.
  *   Develops and updates websites' technical plan.
  *   Sets up, maintains, and programs the web services.
  *   Installs operating systems and software.
  *   Runs and maintains databases.
  *   Monitors website activity and analyzes user statistics.
  *   Provides guidance to organizational elements utilizing the website.
Qualifications:

  *   U.S. Citizen
  *   Associate's Degree or equivalent and 2 years of relevant experience

To read more details and to apply please visit this link: 
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To view all of our currently open positions please visit: 
http://lac-group.com/lac-group/careers/

LAC Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and values 
diversity in the workforce.

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Re: [CODE4LIB] iPads as Kiosks

2011-08-24 Thread Alexander Johannesen 
Just my two bobs ;

We're going through various stages of testing out tablets for both
kiosks *and* portable workstations (for nurses and staff), and have
tried out iPads and various Androids, and our current favorite is
actually the Asus Eee Pad Transformer, a vanilla (but good quality)
Honeycomb Android during day, but with a snap-on keyboard with extra
ports and batteries for some netbook action at night, so it satisfies
both our criteria.

As with all things, it also depends on what software you want to run.
If you go with iPad you need to go through Apple's various
restrictions, while on Android you can use whatever you want. For a
"you are here" tablet a cheap 150$ Android seems like a good option,
too.


Regards,

Alex



On Wed, Aug 24, 2011 at 11:51 PM, Madrigal, Juan A
 wrote:
> That零 the equivalent to $25/month and includes support for your whole
> development team/institution.
>
> If your employer can't afford that then I suggest you look for a new job!
> ;)
>
> Juan Madrigal
>
> Web Developer
> Web and Emerging Technologies
> University of Miami
> Richter Library
>
>
>
> On 8/23/11 2:21 PM, "Dan Funk"  wrote:
>
>>Wow, just $300/year and you can run your own software on your own
>>hardware? What a deal.
>>
>>On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 2:13 PM, David Uspal 
>>wrote:
>>> Thanks for the update.   This definitely solves that issue -- its
>>>unfortunate this wasn't in place in 2009, or I'd be into year two of a
>>>five year contract...
>>>
>>> David K. Uspal
>>> Technology Development Specialist
>>> Falvey Memorial Library
>>> Phone: 610-519-8954
>>> Email: david.us...@villanova.edu
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> -Original Message-
>>> From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of
>>>Andrew Hankinson
>>> Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 2:00 PM
>>> To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU
>>> Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] iPads as Kiosks
>>>
>>> You can distribute apps via an internal web server, with no need to go
>>>out to Apple.
>>>
>>>
>>>http://developer.apple.com/library/ios/#featuredarticles/FA_Wireless_Ente
>>>rprise_App_Distribution/Introduction/Introduction.html
>>>
>>> You need to be a registered business to do this, and it costs $299/yr.
>>>You get a digital certificate, but that doesn't mean your code needs to
>>>be "seen" by anyone outside of your org.
>>>
>>>
>>> On 2011-08-23, at 1:47 PM, David Uspal wrote:
>>>
 When I did my iPhone work, it was back in 2009 before this document
even existed, so it's good they've come some distance on this issue
since then.  Still, the document below doesn't break the dependency on
the iTunes store and/or a digital certificate issued by Apple to
download applications (if I'm reading page 63 right), which was the big
sticking point of the contract.  Not only did the user not want the
network controlled by Apple (which this document does handle), they
also didn't want the code seen by any outside source at all (aka via
uploading it to the store)


 David K. Uspal
 Technology Development Specialist
 Falvey Memorial Library
 Phone: 610-519-8954
 Email: david.us...@villanova.edu


 -Original Message-
 From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf
Of Andrew Hankinson
 Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 1:34 PM
 To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU
 Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] iPads as Kiosks

 They now have an enterprise app deployment mechanism.

 http://www.apple.com/support/iphone/enterprise/


 On 2011-08-23, at 12:54 PM, David Uspal wrote:

> Then again, by selecting the iPad you're essentially tethered to
>Apple's iron grip of the iWorld via its iTunes vetting process and
>strict control of Apple hardware.   YMMV on this depending on what
>you're doing, but it should definitely be a consideration when
>choosing between Android tablets and the iPad.
>
> Quick side story -- we had to drop a contract one time at my old job
>due to the customer proprietary requirements.  The customer didn't
>want to release its developed software outside of house (minus the
>developers of course) and Apple wouldn't give them a waiver from using
>the iTunes store.  Mind you, this was a very big company with
>resources, so Apple probably lost a 5000 unit sale due to this
>
>
> David K. Uspal
> Technology Development Specialist
> Falvey Memorial Library
> Phone: 610-519-8954
> Email: david.us...@villanova.edu
>
>
>
>
>
>
> -Original Message-
> From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf
>Of Stephen X. Flynn
> Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 9:01 AM
> To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU
> Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] iPads as Kiosks
>
> Let's not forget a far superior user experience.
>
>
> 
> Stephen X. Flynn
> Emerging Technologies Librarian
> Andr

[CODE4LIB] Puppet module for EZproxy on Ubuntu

2011-08-24 Thread Yitzchak Schaffer 

Hello all,

For your sys-adminning enjoyment, a Puppet module for administering one 
or more instances of EZproxy on Ubuntu. Modular config.txt entries. 
Should be easy enough to mod for other *Nix flava's. BSD 3-clause license.


https://github.com/yitznewton/puppet-ezproxy

--
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Systems Manager
Touro College Libraries
212.742.8770 ext. 2432
http://www.tourolib.org/

Access Problems? Contact systems.libr...@touro.edu

[CODE4LIB] Equinox job posting - Library Data and Support Specialist

2011-08-24 Thread Galen Charlton 
Equinox Software, a growing and dynamic software development and support 
company based in Norcross, Georgia, is seeking a talented and dedicated 
Library Data and Support Specialist. This position is responsible for 
extracting, translating, munging, and loading library data as well as 
providing general Evergreen and Koha technical support to our customers.


We are looking for the following qualities in a candidate:

* Familiarity with library operations and practices, particularly 
technical services and library systems administration

* Experience with library data formats, including ISO 2709.
* Experience operating or managing an integrated library system is required
* Experience with Evergreen and/or Koha is preferred
* High comfort level with Linux, a shell prompt, scripting, SQL, and 
programming

* The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
* Strong customer service focus
* Ability to work well in a team environment with minimum direction

A MLS or equivalent is helpful, but not required

* Summary of essential job functions:
* Performing analysis of legacy data and helping to advise customers on 
the best way to migrate and manipulate their data to a new ILS.
* Performing data extracts, data translation, and data cleanup as part 
of larger projects to implement a new ILS and assist with policy 
configuration.

* Performing special data change and data cleanup projects.
* Providing excellent technical support to Equinox customers

The ideal candidate is prepared not only to help our customers migrate 
to a new ILS,  but to also help create and maintain the tools to make 
this process as efficient and painless for our customers as possible.


Equinox offers a strong benefits package including family health, 
dental, and vision insurance, fully paid for by the company. We also 
offer a 401k plan with matching contributions. Salary starts at $40,000 
a year but is negotiable and commensurate with experience.
Please send your resume, 3 professional references, and salary 
requirements to care...@esilibrary.com


About Equinox
Equinox Software is a growing team of skilled professionals who provide 
comprehensive support and services for open source solutions for public, 
special, and academic libraries worldwide.  Equinox offers consultation, 
software development, comprehensive support and training, migration and 
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Director of Support and Implementation
Equinox Software, Inc. / Your Library's Guide to Open Source
email:  g...@esilibrary.com
direct: +1 770-709-5581
cell:   +1 404-984-4366
skype:  gmcharlt
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Re: [CODE4LIB] iPads as Kiosks

2011-08-24 Thread Madrigal, Juan A 
That¹s the equivalent to $25/month and includes support for your whole
development team/institution.

If your employer can't afford that then I suggest you look for a new job!
;)

Juan Madrigal

Web Developer
Web and Emerging Technologies
University of Miami
Richter Library



On 8/23/11 2:21 PM, "Dan Funk"  wrote:

>Wow, just $300/year and you can run your own software on your own
>hardware? What a deal.
>
>On Tue, Aug 23, 2011 at 2:13 PM, David Uspal 
>wrote:
>> Thanks for the update.   This definitely solves that issue -- its
>>unfortunate this wasn't in place in 2009, or I'd be into year two of a
>>five year contract...
>>
>> David K. Uspal
>> Technology Development Specialist
>> Falvey Memorial Library
>> Phone: 610-519-8954
>> Email: david.us...@villanova.edu
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> -Original Message-
>> From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of
>>Andrew Hankinson
>> Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 2:00 PM
>> To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU
>> Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] iPads as Kiosks
>>
>> You can distribute apps via an internal web server, with no need to go
>>out to Apple.
>>
>> 
>>http://developer.apple.com/library/ios/#featuredarticles/FA_Wireless_Ente
>>rprise_App_Distribution/Introduction/Introduction.html
>>
>> You need to be a registered business to do this, and it costs $299/yr.
>>You get a digital certificate, but that doesn't mean your code needs to
>>be "seen" by anyone outside of your org.
>>
>>
>> On 2011-08-23, at 1:47 PM, David Uspal wrote:
>>
>>> When I did my iPhone work, it was back in 2009 before this document
>>>even existed, so it's good they've come some distance on this issue
>>>since then.  Still, the document below doesn't break the dependency on
>>>the iTunes store and/or a digital certificate issued by Apple to
>>>download applications (if I'm reading page 63 right), which was the big
>>>sticking point of the contract.  Not only did the user not want the
>>>network controlled by Apple (which this document does handle), they
>>>also didn't want the code seen by any outside source at all (aka via
>>>uploading it to the store)
>>>
>>>
>>> David K. Uspal
>>> Technology Development Specialist
>>> Falvey Memorial Library
>>> Phone: 610-519-8954
>>> Email: david.us...@villanova.edu
>>>
>>>
>>> -Original Message-
>>> From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf
>>>Of Andrew Hankinson
>>> Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 1:34 PM
>>> To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU
>>> Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] iPads as Kiosks
>>>
>>> They now have an enterprise app deployment mechanism.
>>>
>>> http://www.apple.com/support/iphone/enterprise/
>>>
>>>
>>> On 2011-08-23, at 12:54 PM, David Uspal wrote:
>>>
 Then again, by selecting the iPad you're essentially tethered to
Apple's iron grip of the iWorld via its iTunes vetting process and
strict control of Apple hardware.   YMMV on this depending on what
you're doing, but it should definitely be a consideration when
choosing between Android tablets and the iPad.

 Quick side story -- we had to drop a contract one time at my old job
due to the customer proprietary requirements.  The customer didn't
want to release its developed software outside of house (minus the
developers of course) and Apple wouldn't give them a waiver from using
the iTunes store.  Mind you, this was a very big company with
resources, so Apple probably lost a 5000 unit sale due to this


 David K. Uspal
 Technology Development Specialist
 Falvey Memorial Library
 Phone: 610-519-8954
 Email: david.us...@villanova.edu






 -Original Message-
 From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf
Of Stephen X. Flynn
 Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 9:01 AM
 To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU
 Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] iPads as Kiosks

 Let's not forget a far superior user experience.


 
 Stephen X. Flynn
 Emerging Technologies Librarian
 Andrews Library, College of Wooster
 1140 Beall Ave.
 Wooster, OH 44691
 (330) 263-2154
 http://www.sxflynn.net



 On Aug 22, 2011, at 12:56 PM, Madrigal, Juan A wrote:

> I would definitely go with the iPad. More accessories, better
>support and
> consistency.
>
>
> Juan Madrigal
>
> Web Developer
> Web and Emerging Technologies
> University of Miami
> Richter Library
>
>
>
> On 8/22/11 11:19 AM, "Dan Funk"  wrote:
>
>> There is a good discussion here about Android vs iPad based tables
>>for
>> use as Kiosks - lots of good information to consider.
>> I'd love to hear what you end up doing.
>>
>> 
>>http://stackoverflow.com/questions/6050217/android-tablet-or-ipad-for
>>-kios
>> k-device
>>
>> On Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 11:08 AM, Kyle Banerjee
>>
>> wrote:
>>> On Fri, Aug

Re: [CODE4LIB] iPads as Kiosks

2011-08-24 Thread Madrigal, Juan A 
iPad Apps can be created and distributed in house without iTunes, just sign up 
for the iOS Enterprise Developer Program. 

Strict control of hardware on Apple's part delivers a consistent platform which 
ensures that your app will run across all devices and prevents fragmentation. 
In the case of Android one device might have a keyboard and another won't, one 
might have less performance etc... This means extra development time and 
testing to deal with various hardware scenarios and introduces more bugs.

Here are some figures on Android vs iOS Malware to take into consideration: 
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/11/08/24/apples_ios_unaffected_by_malware_as_android_exploits_surge_76.html

I prefer less headaches. Stick to iOS, it's proven and consistent.

Juan Madrigal

Web Developer
Web and Emerging Technologies
University of Miami
Richter Library



On Aug 23, 2011, at 12:55 PM, "David Uspal"  wrote:

> Then again, by selecting the iPad you're essentially tethered to Apple's iron 
> grip of the iWorld via its iTunes vetting process and strict control of Apple 
> hardware.   YMMV on this depending on what you're doing, but it should 
> definitely be a consideration when choosing between Android tablets and the 
> iPad. 
> 
> Quick side story -- we had to drop a contract one time at my old job due to 
> the customer proprietary requirements.  The customer didn't want to release 
> its developed software outside of house (minus the developers of course) and 
> Apple wouldn't give them a waiver from using the iTunes store.  Mind you, 
> this was a very big company with resources, so Apple probably lost a 5000 
> unit sale due to this
> 
> 
> David K. Uspal
> Technology Development Specialist
> Falvey Memorial Library
> Phone: 610-519-8954
> Email: david.us...@villanova.edu
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of 
> Stephen X. Flynn
> Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 9:01 AM
> To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU
> Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] iPads as Kiosks
> 
> Let's not forget a far superior user experience.
> 
> 
> 
> Stephen X. Flynn
> Emerging Technologies Librarian
> Andrews Library, College of Wooster
> 1140 Beall Ave.
> Wooster, OH 44691
> (330) 263-2154
> http://www.sxflynn.net
> 
> 
> 
> On Aug 22, 2011, at 12:56 PM, Madrigal, Juan A wrote:
> 
>> I would definitely go with the iPad. More accessories, better support and
>> consistency. 
>> 
>> 
>> Juan Madrigal
>> 
>> Web Developer
>> Web and Emerging Technologies
>> University of Miami
>> Richter Library
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> On 8/22/11 11:19 AM, "Dan Funk"  wrote:
>> 
>>> There is a good discussion here about Android vs iPad based tables for
>>> use as Kiosks - lots of good information to consider.
>>> I'd love to hear what you end up doing.
>>> 
>>> http://stackoverflow.com/questions/6050217/android-tablet-or-ipad-for-kios
>>> k-device
>>> 
>>> On Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 11:08 AM, Kyle Banerjee 
>>> wrote:
 On Fri, Aug 19, 2011 at 5:48 AM, Edward Iglesias
 wrote:
 
> Apologies if this has been covered already but do any of you have
> experience
> using iPads as kiosks?  We would like to set up several as directional
> beacons with a sot of "you are here" feature.  I've found several apps
> to
> do
> the kiosk feature but the home button seems to be an issue.
> Suggestions
> include a case that locks out the home button such as this
> 
 
 For kiosks, it seems like wifi chromebooks might be a decent option.
 They're
 cheaper than ipads, can't do anything other than browse the web, and
 it's
 easy to plug in external peripherals like keyboards, mice, and monitors.
 
 kyle
 
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 Kyle Banerjee
 Digital Services Program Manager
 Orbis Cascade Alliance
 baner...@uoregon.edu / 503.877.9773