PDX Critique

Open Source Bridge is a conference that, at it’s most basic, is looking to start a conversation around the question of what it means to be an open source citizen. The format is going to be OSCON like, with multiple tracks, different speakers, and lots to learn. It’s also a summer conference, June 17–19 at the Oregon Convention Center, here in Portland. That said, one big difference is the price, $150 if you sign up before Mar 31 (and only $250 after Mar 31). So why do I bring this up on a critique blog?

Well many reasons, first off I’m involved and I would for you to be too.  At the heart of this convention are the people, everyone that gives a talk, everyone who volunteers, everyone who attends, were all in this together. At PDXCritique we have had many great conversations about many topics, and would love to see what would happen when these conversations become amplified in a much larger space with many more participants.

As I see things, these conversations could take many forms, from talks given with slides to interactions in the halls. In the end I am just very excited about the idea that they will happen. We are a wonderful collection of people that can make this conference very exciting. So I would love to see there.

Here are some more links for more info:

• All about Open Source Bridge
• Register to Attend
• How to propose a talk, and what has been submitted, hurry though things close Mar 31!!

As a replacement of our Dec meeting, I would love to see you at the Winter Coders’ Social.

Winter Coders’ Social II
Tuesday December 9, 2008 from 7:00pm – 9:00pm
CubeSpace 622 SE Grand Ave Portland, Oregon 97214

Details can be found both on Calagator and Upcoming.

Current plans are to do food Potluck style, I would love to continue the food for critique theme that we’ve been doing here recently. If you’ve found a recipe for something new? just need an excuse to make a batch of cookies? well here you go, please sign up and let everyone know what you are planning on bringing:

• sign up form
• who is bringing what

As for planned events there will be games, a few contests are planned. There are even plans of tasty unmentionable beverages, though if there is anything that you would like to bring your more then welcome to add that to the form.

Lastly if you feel inspired and would like to help organize this event or have something that you would like to contribute, everything is being discussed over at pdxgroups.