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1:30pm - Doors open, set up<br/> | 1:30pm - Doors open, set up<br/> | ||
2:00pm - Business Meeting starts, elections<br/> | 2:00pm - Business Meeting starts, elections<br/> | ||
− | 2:30pm - | + | 2:30pm - Featured Presentation<br/> |
3:30pm - Meeting ends, everyone out. Some of us may go to [http://www.regentsquare.net/ds6pax.html D's 6pack] for beer and dogs.<br/> | 3:30pm - Meeting ends, everyone out. Some of us may go to [http://www.regentsquare.net/ds6pax.html D's 6pack] for beer and dogs.<br/> | ||
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==== John Lewis ==== | ==== John Lewis ==== | ||
− | I have hit the ground running when it came to open source software. Nearly as soon as I was aware of its | + | I have hit the ground running when it came to open source software. Nearly as soon as I was aware of its existiance I was in support of it. I soon joined the Westen Pennsylvania Linux Users Group to aid the development and influnce of Free and Open Source Software across society at large. |
− | I seek to become part of the WPLUG board of directors in the hope of increasing the ability and further the education of anyone willing to lend an ear as will as increasing the | + | I seek to become part of the WPLUG board of directors in the hope of increasing the ability and further the education of anyone willing to lend an ear as will as increasing the visability of Linux and other Free and Open Source software projects across society. If utilize the power of the Internet I believe we can empower each other to accompish our goals and generate great value to our members. |
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==== Justin Smith ==== | ==== Justin Smith ==== | ||
− | I still remember my very first computer: a Macintosh SE, one of Apple's first Mac-branded products. At that age, I didn't care about much more than playing my favorite educational games. As I got older, however, I discovered that computers could be used for more than just entertainment. Multimedia software allowed me to create works that were limited only by my imagination; the Internet was like a wild frontier ripe with opportunity. I | + | I still remember my very first computer: a Macintosh SE, one of Apple's first Mac-branded products. At that age, I didn't care about much more than playing my favorite educational games. As I got older, however, I discovered that computers could be used for more than just entertainment. Multimedia software allowed me to create works that were limited only by my imagination; the Internet was like a wild frontier ripe with opportunity. The PC became less of a tool and more of a workshop in itself, a place sheltered from rules and regulations where I could let my creativity run free. |
− | In college, one of my hallmates convinced me to try Ubuntu as an alternative to Windows. I came away so impressed that I designed a similar experiment for my senior project: I asked a group of student volunteers to use Windows and Linux for basic productivity tasks and record which one they preferred. They chose Windows. | + | In college, one of my hallmates convinced me to try Ubuntu as an alternative to Windows. I came away so impressed that I designed a similar experiment for my senior project: I asked a group of student volunteers to use Windows and Linux for basic productivity tasks and record which one they preferred. They chose Windows. That wasn't important, though; I've always felt that the free exchange of information is one of society's greatest assets, and in open source, I found a philosophy that espouses that. |
I'm one of WPLUG's newest members. As such, I'm not as qualified to speak on the group's history as some of the other candidates, but based on what I've seen so far, WPLUG's future is uncertain. We have trouble attracting new members; our existing members aren't sure what to do because the group lacks a coherent vision. | I'm one of WPLUG's newest members. As such, I'm not as qualified to speak on the group's history as some of the other candidates, but based on what I've seen so far, WPLUG's future is uncertain. We have trouble attracting new members; our existing members aren't sure what to do because the group lacks a coherent vision. | ||
− | + | In my opinion, we stand the best chance at success if we fundamentally transform the way WPLUG operates. I propose a three-point plan called '''WAG''' that improves upon the concept of a Linux user group by bringing it up to date with current technological trends. | |
− | 1. '''W'''eb Site. WPLUG’s Web site is informative but looks dated, even compared to other LUGs. I propose creating a Wordpress Web site for WPLUG. Use a | + | 1. '''W'''eb Site. WPLUG’s Web site is informative but looks dated, even compared to other LUGs. I propose creating a simple Wordpress Web site for WPLUG. Use a stylish theme to make it look attractive with minimal effort. |
-Tie in WPLUG Google+, WPLUG YouTube, and LinkedIn accounts | -Tie in WPLUG Google+, WPLUG YouTube, and LinkedIn accounts | ||
-Repurpose the wiki as a repository for WPLUG’s bylaws (or organizational info in general). | -Repurpose the wiki as a repository for WPLUG’s bylaws (or organizational info in general). | ||
− | - | + | -Include supporting material that explains why we believe what we do (see this page on another group’s Web site for reference) |
− | -Add convenience features such as a Java IRC applet | + | -Add convenience features such as a Java IRC applet |
-Organize a link exchange program with local technology enthusiast organizations like Hack Pittsburgh | -Organize a link exchange program with local technology enthusiast organizations like Hack Pittsburgh | ||
-Include a calendar. Google Calendar would integrate nicely with Google+. | -Include a calendar. Google Calendar would integrate nicely with Google+. | ||
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*Demonstrate how Android can be used in home automation | *Demonstrate how Android can be used in home automation | ||
*Explain the similarities and differences between GNU/Linux and Android/Linux | *Explain the similarities and differences between GNU/Linux and Android/Linux | ||
− | *Show how the command line can be used in both Android | + | *Show how the command line can be used in both Android |
*Help users understand the software and hardware differences between phones. How many people REALLY know how to pick out a phone? | *Help users understand the software and hardware differences between phones. How many people REALLY know how to pick out a phone? | ||
*Give a presentation on other Linux-based mobile operating systems like Open WebOS and Firefox OS | *Give a presentation on other Linux-based mobile operating systems like Open WebOS and Firefox OS | ||
− | 3. '''G'''oogle+. Our social media presence is minimal; that's a no-no in today's world. Google+ is the ideal home for WPLUG for several reasons | + | 3. '''G'''oogle+. Our social media presence is minimal; that's a no-no in today's world. Google+ is the ideal home for WPLUG for several reasons. |
*Populated almost exclusively by technology enthusiasts | *Populated almost exclusively by technology enthusiasts | ||
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*People who want to see what happens at our events (picnic, installfests, etc.) have no easy way to do so. We could use the Google+ “party mode” feature to automatically upload and organize pictures from group events. | *People who want to see what happens at our events (picnic, installfests, etc.) have no easy way to do so. We could use the Google+ “party mode” feature to automatically upload and organize pictures from group events. | ||
*Use Google+ Hangouts to broadcast each meeting live on YouTube. Members can even access the meeting via phone by dialing in to the Google+ hangout. After the meeting is over, it will be uploaded to the WPLUG YouTube channel automatically. | *Use Google+ Hangouts to broadcast each meeting live on YouTube. Members can even access the meeting via phone by dialing in to the Google+ hangout. After the meeting is over, it will be uploaded to the WPLUG YouTube channel automatically. | ||
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== Speaker/Presentation == | == Speaker/Presentation == |