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Cameron Shorter writes "The international conference for free and Open Source Software for Geospatial (FOSS4G), held in Sydney, Australia 20-23 October, 2009, is now open for registration. http://2009.foss4g.org/registration/
FOSS4G attracts the cream of international Geospatial Open Source and Open Standards system implementors and sponsors. With themes ranging from the integration of Open Source with Proprietary systems to the building of Spatial Data Infrastructures and application of Open Geospatial Standards, the conference offers a unique opportunity to tap into the wealth of knowledge and experience available among the Open Source developers, sponsors and geospatial professionals of all persuasions. The Open Geospatial Consotium (OGC) is underpinning the conference with a Standards Based integration showcase based on a climate change scenario, demonstrating integration between Open Source and proprietary applications. ... more"
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OGRS2009: Open Source Geospatial Research Symposium 2009
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OGRS2009 organizing committee writes "First international Open source Geospatial Research Symposium (OGRS2009), that will be in Nantes, France 8-10 July, 2009, is now open for registration and the pre-progam is available. See http://www.ogrs2009.org/
During the tenth edition of Libre Software Meeting (RMLL — http://www.rmll.info/ ), the Research Institute on Urban Sciences and Techniques (IRSTV) in partnership with the University Of Applied Sciences Western Switzerland, Prefecture and Council of Region Pays de La Loire will organize a Research and Innovation Symposium about free and open source geospatial methods and technologies.
Main goals of this symposium are :
* to build a panel of new scientific works built on open source models or using open source tools
* to build and discuss a scientific framework about open source technology usage (benefits and limitations)
* to provide a platform to network and develop ideas for future collaborative works between the academic research world and the everyday operational world (companies, local authorities ...)
The symposium is composed of scientific presentations, companies and authority testimonies (showcases) and training sessions (labs).
Thus, we invite you to go to http://www.ogrs2009.org/ where you will find :
* a pre-program containing talks from 3 keynote speakers, 20 scientific talks, 14 showcases and 12 lab sessions
* a registration form to fill in so as to attend to this unique event : fees are about 50€, one price for one, two or three days including an access badge to attend all presentations and labs, a conference bag, proceedings, coffee breaks and lunch for each day."
This conference was mentioned last December.
During the tenth edition of Libre Software Meeting (RMLL — http://www.rmll.info/ ), the Research Institute on Urban Sciences and Techniques (IRSTV) in partnership with the University Of Applied Sciences Western Switzerland, Prefecture and Council of Region Pays de La Loire will organize a Research and Innovation Symposium about free and open source geospatial methods and technologies.
Main goals of this symposium are :
* to build a panel of new scientific works built on open source models or using open source tools
* to build and discuss a scientific framework about open source technology usage (benefits and limitations)
* to provide a platform to network and develop ideas for future collaborative works between the academic research world and the everyday operational world (companies, local authorities ...)
The symposium is composed of scientific presentations, companies and authority testimonies (showcases) and training sessions (labs).
Thus, we invite you to go to http://www.ogrs2009.org/ where you will find :
* a pre-program containing talks from 3 keynote speakers, 20 scientific talks, 14 showcases and 12 lab sessions
* a registration form to fill in so as to attend to this unique event : fees are about 50€, one price for one, two or three days including an access badge to attend all presentations and labs, a conference bag, proceedings, coffee breaks and lunch for each day."
This conference was mentioned last December.
FOSS4G 2009 Abstract Voting Open
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mapbutcher writes "Sydney, Australia. 15 June 2009.
You can now vote on the papers you'd like to see at FOSS4G 2009! We have had over 170 abstract submissions. Have your say on what you would like to see at the conference. You can read the abstracts and cast your votes for your preferred papers. Voting is open now and will close on Sunday 28th June.
To vote follow the link here: http://2009.foss4g.org/presentations/
For instructions on how to vote, please refer to the voting page on the Conference website or http://wiki.osgeo.org/wiki/FOSS4G_2009_Program#Presentation_Voting
Successful authors will be notified on the 20th of July. A preliminary program will be in place by August.
Upcoming FOSS4G milestones
- 15-28 June 2009, Abstract Voting is Open
- 31 Jul 2009, Early registration deadline
- 14 Sep 2009, Completed program available
- 20 Oct 2009, FOSS4G Workshop
- 21-23 Oct 2009, FOSS4G Presentations and Tutorials
- 24 Oct 2009, FOSS4G Code Sprint
Industry: FOSS4G 2009 Conference Early Registration Ends this Friday
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Cameron Shorter writes "Early Bird Registration for the Free and Open Source Software conference for GeoSpatial (FOSS4G) closes this Friday, 7 August 2009. FOSS4G abstracts and workshops are presented by the world's best Developers, Policy Makers, Sponsors and Geospatial Professionals include the latest geospatial applications, standards, government programs, business processes and case studies. Topics include mobile platforms, location based applications, crowd sourcing, cloud computing, development, spatial standards, integration of cross-agency data, Spatial Data Infrastructures, Sensor Webs, Web Processing Services, Integration of Open Source and Proprietary Software and more. Also announced is the OGC's call for participation in a Climate Challenge Integration Plugfest to be launched at FOSS4G."
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Industry: Sign up for Bonus Activities at FOSS4G Conference
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Cameron Shorter writes "The FOSS4G conference is famous for its community driven, extra-curricular activities and wiki pages are now open for community members to define these activities for 2009. So if you want to get more out of FOSS4G than just listening, if you have a topic you want to discuss, a message you want to share, a product you want to show off or you want to network with like minded people, then please consider adding your name to one of the activities. Full details here."
See previous FOSS4G 2009 stories below.
Rush on FOSS4G 2009 Geospatial Open Source Workshops
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Cameron Shorter writes "Many FOSS4G workshops are close to full, with one workshop already at capacity. People wanting to learn about Geospatial Standards, Geospatial Open Source Software and Business Cases should sign up soon to avoid disappointment.
FOSS4G is the international Free and Open Source Software for Geospatial conference, which comes to Sydney, Australia, 20-23 October 2009. FOSS4G offers presentations, workshops, demos, an install-fest, and a code sprint. It is presented by the world's best Developers, Policy Makers, Sponsors and Geospatial Professionals and includes the latest geospatial applications, standards, government programs, business processes and case studies. Topics include mobile platforms, location based applications, crowd sourcing, cloud computing, development, spatial standards, integration of cross-agency data, Spatial Data Infrastructures, Sensor Webs, Web Processing Services, Integration of Open Source and Proprietary Software and more."
See previous FOSS4G stories below.
Industry: FOSS4G October 20-23 in Sydney, Australia
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This year, FOSS4G, the Free and Open Source Software for Geospatial 2009 conference, will be on October 20-23 in Sydney, Australia.
This is the do-not-miss annual geospatial open source event: "FOSS4G is heralded as the international "gathering of tribes" of open source geospatial communities, where developers and users show off their latest software and projects. The theme for 2009 is "User Driven", highlighting the power of Open Source to solve business problems."
This year, Paul Ramsey will be the keynote speaker.
Cameron Shorter writes "Sponsor logos, as well as other variants of the FOSS4G banner are available for inclusion in your website, blog or other promotional material.
FOSS4G is the International conference for Free and Open Source Software, being held in Sydney, Australia, 20-23 October 2009. ... more"
Visit the FOSS4G website to learn more about it.
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