Re: [Scottish] Website changes
On Tuesday 01 November 2005 12:29, Kyle Gordon wrote: A vote has been raised on the scotlug website, and imho it hould get at least 30 seconds attention from people. well after the vote and discussions on irc the general view was we should change the site over to be a wiki, which has now been done. you can see the changes at http://www.scotlug.org.uk/ as its a wiki please help improve and expand the content -- Kenny ___ Scottish mailing list Scottish@mailman.lug.org.uk http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
Re: [Scottish] Website changes
On Tuesday 01 November 2005 15:41, Alistair J Ross wrote: I like the fact that you also have a very active irc community. I would like to see CGI::Irc working again (or something similar), because it's my only way onto IRC between the hours of Mon-Fri 9am-7pm The topic was raised, and pickle pointed me at http://www.elite.uk.com/cgiirc/ Enjoy :-) Kyle -- Kyle Gordon [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lodge.glasgownet.com ___ Scottish mailing list Scottish@mailman.lug.org.uk http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
Re: [Scottish] Website changes
On Wed, Nov 02, 2005 at 07:48:43AM +, William Anderson wrote: The first thursday clashes with EdLUG, so that's a bit unfair on anyone wanting to go to both meets. Maybe the first tuesday or wednesday of the month? From what has been said by others, it seems like EdLUG doesn't really meet any more... Billy. ___ Scottish mailing list Scottish@mailman.lug.org.uk http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
Re: [Scottish] Website changes
On Wednesday 02 November 2005 07:48, William Anderson wrote: The first thursday clashes with EdLUG, so that's a bit unfair on anyone wanting to go to both meets. Maybe the first tuesday or wednesday of the month? Tuesdays aren't suitable for using L13.18, Wednesdays and Thursdays should be fine tho (L13.18 has been given a reprieve in the dept's redevelopment work and will be remaining a seminar room and so available to us) -- Kenny ___ Scottish mailing list Scottish@mailman.lug.org.uk http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
Re: [Scottish] Website changes
On Tuesday 01 November 2005 15:41, Alistair J Ross wrote: I like the fact that you also have a very active irc community. I would like to see CGI::Irc working again (or something similar), because it's my only way onto IRC between the hours of Mon-Fri 9am-7pm snip ---[ Web Services Since 2002 ]-- Alistair Ross, CEO XBOLT Network --[ www.xbolt.net ]- from www.xbolt.net: Register Domains Web Site Hosting Email Services Web Design Services UNIX Shell Provision Dedicated Co-Located Servers ? ! C. ___ Scottish mailing list Scottish@mailman.lug.org.uk http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
[Scottish] Website changes
A vote has been raised on the scotlug website, and imho it hould get at least 30 seconds attention from people. http://www.scotlug.org.uk/node/view/121 is the address that matters. Kyle -- Kyle Gordon [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lodge.glasgownet.com ___ Scottish mailing list Scottish@mailman.lug.org.uk http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
Re: [Scottish] Website changes
Would have voted but the site appears broken for new user registrations. http://www.scotlug.org.uk/user/register You don't have permission to access /user/register on this server. etc P On 1 Nov 2005, at 12:29, Kyle Gordon wrote: A vote has been raised on the scotlug website, and imho it hould get at least 30 seconds attention from people. http://www.scotlug.org.uk/node/view/121 is the address that matters. Kyle -- Kyle Gordon [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lodge.glasgownet.com ___ Scottish mailing list Scottish@mailman.lug.org.uk http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish -- Logicalware Ltd, tel +44 (0)131 273 5130, http://www.logicalware.com/ Stuart House, Eskmills, Station Road, Musselburgh EH21 7PQ, UK ___ Scottish mailing list Scottish@mailman.lug.org.uk http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
Re: [Scottish] Website changes
While we are looking at changes to the website, it's probably also a decent time to think about the meetings themselves. We had a long discussion about this a couple of years ago, so it must be time to revisit it. Additionally, I believe that Livingstone Tower is going to have renovations done at some point, and thus will be out of action as a venue (Kenny, I'm sure, will be able to advise more fully) It's probably worth it, at this point, to thank Kenny (and Strathclyde Uni) for the use of Livvy Tower, and all of the guys who've spoken over the last couple of years. *applause* ;) Anyway - currently the situation is that we have a meeting in Livvy Tower from 7.30pm-9.00pm before we retire to the Counting House for beers 'n' laffs. An informal pre-SLUG curry is also a regular occurance. The structure of the meeting has tended to be a talk on a given subject, usually with a Q+A session afterwards. The generic Q+A sessions for all Linux-related questions that used to come first has not really happened. We're usually 15-20 in numbers (maybe a few more - I'm rubbish with counting heads), and we've seen a reasonable flow of newcomers. So - what we need to ask is: 1. Should we continue with this format? If YES: a) Have we managed the correct blend of 'newbie' vs 'guru' talks? b) What topics are people interested in hearing about? c) Should we be looking to develop the format with different 'styles' of meeting? (ie not just talks and the odd quiz) If NO: d) What should we replace it with? 2. Are we continuing to meet the needs of the users who belong to the group? 3. AOCB? As most of you will know, I have been (loosely) arranging the talks for the past couple of years. If somebody else feels that they would like to take on the mantle, then please do step up - I am by no means 'precious' about my role, but will continue in it if it is something that is still needed. Ben [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote on 01/11/2005 12:29:02: A vote has been raised on the scotlug website, and imho it hould getat least 30 seconds attention from people. http://www.scotlug.org.uk/node/view/121 is the address that matters. Kyle -- Kyle Gordon [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lodge.glasgownet.com ___ Scottish mailing list Scottish@mailman.lug.org.uk http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish ___ Scottish mailing list Scottish@mailman.lug.org.uk http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
Re: [Scottish] Website changes
On Tue, Nov 01, 2005 at 12:29:02PM +, Kyle Gordon wrote: A vote has been raised on the scotlug website, and imho it hould get at least 30 seconds attention from people. http://www.scotlug.org.uk/node/view/121 is the address that matters. If I could vote, I'd say yes :-) Billy. ___ Scottish mailing list Scottish@mailman.lug.org.uk http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
Re: [Scottish] Website changes
I think the current format of the whole evening more-or-less works. The pre-meet drink/curry, then meeting, then drinks curry is quite flexible and lets people socialise at the point of the evening that fits in with their work/life(ha!)/partner/pets/AA-meetings. I guess it might be useful to have a name-list for signing at the meets which would let us track %regulars / %newbies / %irregulars which I'm sure someone could do something useful with :-) As for meetings talks, I think we should maybe try a few experiments. Maybe try a panel QA if we can get 3 or 4 people who know about a subject to take questions (and not fight with each other... ;-). Also advertising the [EMAIL PROTECTED] address more as a point of contact for people to submit ideas or potential speakers. If we go to a one talk every two months, then on the alternate months it might be good to have a more decent meal in it's place seeing as we don't have to rush out to the meeting? Maybe not One Devonshire Gardens or anything - but I'm sure we can come up with something :-) A good dinner is always good for getting talking done - though it does up the potential cost of the night, though might attract people who didn't want to spend the night just drinking... I'd also like to suggest something like a bi-annual hardware swap. Get rid of old kit, take other peoples old kit away. To be advertised outwith scotlug too in order to lure newbies :-) The other issue is the date in the month. A few people find the last thursday quite tricky as it's just before payday so some discussion has been had on IRC about moving to an alternate day. 1st thursday, 2nd? Monday as the beer is cheap? Billy. ___ Scottish mailing list Scottish@mailman.lug.org.uk http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
Re: [Scottish] Website changes
On Tue, November 1, 2005 13:05, Ben Thorp said: So - what we need to ask is: 1. Should we continue with this format? I think so, having come from Edinburgh's EdLUG which is far less formal (but less fun as a result), I like the fact that scotlug has a good mix of real linux/foss stuff and laffs as opposed to just an excuse for a pi$$ up! If YES: a) Have we managed the correct blend of 'newbie' vs 'guru' talks? I've not attended enough meetings to say aye to this one yet. b) What topics are people interested in hearing about? Hmm, that's a toughie. Anything groovy, usable, practical. Nothing boring, like math related stuff! c) Should we be looking to develop the format with different 'styles' of meeting? (ie not just talks and the odd quiz) I think it's fine the way it seems to be, but i'm open for alternatives. 2. Are we continuing to meet the needs of the users who belong to the group? I felt very welcome at my first meeting last week, so thanks everyone! I think that's very important. I can't think of anything that needs to be done right now. I like the fact that you also have a very active irc community. I would like to see CGI::Irc working again (or something similar), because it's my only way onto IRC between the hours of Mon-Fri 9am-7pm A vote has been raised on the scotlug website, and imho it hould getat least 30 seconds attention from people. /me has voted. :) Ta, Al. -- *** Check out the Ultimate Linux Newbie Guide! *** *** --- http://www.linuxnewbieguide.org --- *** ---[ Web Services Since 2002 ]-- Alistair Ross, CEO XBOLT Network --[ www.xbolt.net ]- ___ Scottish mailing list Scottish@mailman.lug.org.uk http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
Re: [Scottish] Website changes
Billy wrote: [snip] The other issue is the date in the month. A few people find the last thursday quite tricky as it's just before payday so some discussion has been had on IRC about moving to an alternate day. 1st thursday, 2nd? Monday as the beer is cheap? The first thursday clashes with EdLUG, so that's a bit unfair on anyone wanting to go to both meets. Maybe the first tuesday or wednesday of the month? -- _ __/| William Anderson | It's called a changeover. The movie \`O_o' neuro at well dot com | goes on, and nobody in the audience has =(_ _)= http://neuro.me.uk/ | any idea. U - Thhbt! GPG 0xFA5F1100 | -- the Narrator, Fight Club ___ Scottish mailing list Scottish@mailman.lug.org.uk http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
