Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Confusion in the FOSS4G brand [was Mapnik (GPX) vs MapServer/GeoServer (OGC)] [SEC=UNCLASSIFIED]

Mori-san, Nice to relive the 2004 Bangkok nostalgia! And FOSS4G related papers that we co-authored back in 2004 that can be viewed at the links below; http://dlisv03.media.osaka-cu.ac.jp/infolib/user_contents/kiyo/DB00011169.pdf http://gisws.media.osaka-cu.ac.jp/grass04/viewpaper.php?id=35 And

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Confusion in the FOSS4G brand [was Mapnik (GPX) vs MapServer/GeoServer (OGC)] [SEC=UNCLASSIFIED]

so foss4g japan and korea is ilegal based on my discussion with venka (the main owner of foss4g.org domain), he said about that any chapter is ok to create their own foss4g all over the world. and we can see there are foss4g japan and foss4g korea, and they also conduct this event mostly year

[OSGeo-Discuss] Confusion in the FOSS4G brand [was Mapnik (GPX) vs MapServer/GeoServer (OGC)] [SEC=UNCLASSIFIED]

I don't like the idea of having multiple variants to the FOSS4G name. I believe that it weakens and detracts from the value of FOSS4G as **the** international event that brings open source spatial people together in a 'gathering of the tribes'. As a former organiser of FOSS4G-2009, if I was fac

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Mapnik (GPX) vs MapServer/GeoServer (OGC)

got another idea should we buy foss4g.or.id for indonesia, and foss4g.jp for japan? but i love have a consolidation work together F On Fri, Nov 18, 2011 at 11:38 AM, Frans Thamura wrote: > > i want to bring FOSS4G to bigger one, all related to GIS.. but based on > Open. > >> >> I definitely

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Mapnik (GPX) vs MapServer/GeoServer (OGC)

> i want to bring FOSS4G to bigger one, all related to GIS.. but based on Open. > > I definitely second this. > Without this concept, we would be isolated ourself from whole geospatial > ocean. > > thx toru-san .. that will be honour for me to create FOSS4G Indonesia, i believe can start next yea

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Mapnik (GPX) vs MapServer/GeoServer (OGC)

Frans, I believe you are right. > i want to bring FOSS4G to bigger one, all related to GIS.. but based on Open. I definitely second this. Without this concept, we would be isolated ourself from whole geospatial ocean. Toru Mori OSGeo Japan On 2011/11/18, at 8:53, Frans Thamura wrote: > i rai

[OSGeo-Discuss] Mola Mola... FOSS4G's mascot

anyone know Mola mola as mascot in Japan. i think that is cute ;0 if we compare with current FOSS4G, we have new logo every time, why dont we make one mascot (this mascot) see this http://www.osgeo.jp/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/foss4g_logo.gif i am thinking to use this logo, but stil

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Mapnik (GPX) vs MapServer/GeoServer (OGC)

> > > I'm afraid I am not completely certain what the ">>>" operator > means in the above context. I actually used FOSS4G in two > ways. Once to refer to the conference and once to refer to > vague general idea of free and open source geospatial software > that OSGeo works to promote. > > sorry m

[OSGeo-Discuss] Mailing List Manager Contact

hi all can i manage the mailing list indonesian chapter... feel shame, when see Korean OSGeo, can show the total member, but US :) because we want to know, how many indonesian in the mailing list., because i manage osgeo...@yahoogroups.com since may 2006 (6 members), and i see that the member inc

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Mapnik (GPX) vs MapServer/GeoServer (OGC)

On Thu, Nov 17, 2011 at 4:06 PM, Frans Thamura wrote: >> >> >> In any event, Mapnik developers (/me shouts out to Dane >> Springmeyer) have been very actively involved in FOSS4G >> events like the performance benchmarking efforts and code >> sprints, and already operate on the principles of FOSS4G

[OSGeo-Discuss] OSGeo Indonesia.. now LIVE!!

hi all just finished a little work (except to translate all the project of OSGeo)... take a look.. http://www.osgeo.or.id/home feedback welcome.. NB: the osgeo.or.id powered by liferay :) -- Frans Thamura (曽志胜) Chief of Advisory Meruvian. Integrated Hypermedia Java Solution Provider. Mobile:

[OSGeo-Discuss] Question regarding FOSS4G Local Chapter event

hi all i cannot find the information related to FOSS4G local event, like in Tokyo/Osaka/Japan and Korea. but i can find in their website Japan: http://www.osgeo.jp/%E3%82%A4%E3%83%99%E3%83%B3%E3%83%88/foss4g-2011-tokyo/ Korea: http://osgeo.kr/ any country create their own FOSS4G? -- Frans Th

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Mapnik (GPX) vs MapServer/GeoServer (OGC)

> > > > In any event, Mapnik developers (/me shouts out to Dane > Springmeyer) have been very actively involved in FOSS4G > events like the performance benchmarking efforts and code > sprints, and already operate on the principles of FOSS4G. > > with this statement, FOSS4G >>> than OSGeo only proje

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Mapnik (GPX) vs MapServer/GeoServer (OGC)

On Thu, Nov 17, 2011 at 3:38 PM, Frans Thamura wrote: > hi all > just wanna a little discussion around OSM's server, called mapnik. > 1. why dont we bring mapnik to OSGeo. Frans, It is really up to projects to come to OSGeo if they are interested in formally being OSGeo projects. Certainly I wo

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Mapnik (GPX) vs MapServer/GeoServer (OGC)

i raise this issue, FOSS4G means >>> OSGeo product event ... is that right? Mapnik in FOSS4G Presentation = still product of GIS,, i want to bring FOSS4G to bigger one, all related to GIS.. but based on Open. F On Fri, Nov 18, 2011 at 6:46 AM, Noli Sicad wrote: > Mapnik and TileMill is alrea

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Mapnik (GPX) vs MapServer/GeoServer (OGC)

Mapnik and TileMill is already part FOSS4G. http://developmentseed.org/blog/2011/sep/02/mapnik-and-tilemill-workshop-foss4g/ I think you better read last FOSS4G program. http://2011.foss4g.org/program Start googling before posting. Noli On 11/18/11, Frans Thamura wrote: > hi all > > just wa

[OSGeo-Discuss] Mapnik (GPX) vs MapServer/GeoServer (OGC)

hi all just wanna a little discussion around OSM's server, called mapnik. 1. why dont we bring mapnik to OSGeo. 2. mapnik using GPX, but any idea related to OGC's WFS or WMS... in this server, vs OGC's product in OSGeo (GeoServer,MapServer). -- Frans Thamura (曽志胜) Chief of Advisory Meruvian. In

[OSGeo-Discuss] FOSS4G with OpenData content

hi all is it possible , I add OpenContent to FOSS4G Event? I am now using FOSS4G proposal to create Indonesia FOSS4G.. so we can bring all of u to Indonesia :0 I think we need FULL STACK, like Arnulf did FOSSGIS.. because this is your brand :) need long plan to create good event, isnt it? --

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] GeoCoworking

http://www.mutinerie.org/ - but I can't vouch for them personally :) On 2011-11-17, at 12:26 PM, Paul Ramsey wrote: > Anyone co-working in Paris? I'm going to be there for a month in May, > need references for nice spaces to work. > > P. > ___ > Discu

Re: Participation in OSGeo (was: Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Charter Member nomination: Martin Landa)

Razy, I am not aware of one in NYC, but I would suggest you see if there is some social opportunity to hang out with the folks from OpenGeo or at least ask them if there are good local meetup opportunities in the geo space. There is a fairly quiet group in Boston and some interested folks in the

RE: Participation in OSGeo (was: Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Charter Member nomination: Martin Landa)

This page is a little more up to date. It includes Cascadia, New Mexico, and Twin Cities (MN). http://www.osgeo.org/content/chapters/index.html David. From: discuss-boun...@lists.osgeo.org [mailto:discuss-boun...@lists.osgeo.org] On Behalf Of Razy Kased Sent: Thursday, November 17, 2011 3:29

Re: Participation in OSGeo (was: Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Charter Member nomination: Martin Landa)

Thanks Frank, I appreciate the response, looking at the list I would be interest in the Education Committee, I'll join their mailing list first and get familiar with their network. Also, I was looking at the local chapters, I'm in the United States in New York, is their no local chapter here? Jus

Re: Participation in OSGeo (was: Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Charter Member nomination: Martin Landa)

Razy, I also meant to emphasize that the local chapters are also always looking for keen volunteers to give presentations, organize events and lead/support local initiatives of various sorts. http://wiki.osgeo.org/wiki/Local_Chapters Best regards, On Thu, Nov 17, 2011 at 12:42 PM, Frank Warme

Re: Participation in OSGeo (was: Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Charter Member nomination: Martin Landa)

On Thu, Nov 17, 2011 at 11:57 AM, Razy Kased wrote: > Where can I learn more about each of the committees or other ways to > participate? Razy, There is a list of committees in the second box on the wiki: http://wiki.osgeo.org/wiki/Main_Page * Board of Directors * Conference Committe

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] GeoCoworking

Anyone co-working in Paris? I'm going to be there for a month in May, need references for nice spaces to work. P. ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.osgeo.org http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/discuss

Re: Participation in OSGeo (was: Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Charter Member nomination: Martin Landa)

Where can I learn more about each of the committees or other ways to participate? Thanks, Razy On Thu, Nov 17, 2011 at 11:43 AM, Seven (aka Arnulf) wrote: > -BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE- > Hash: SHA1 > > On 17.11.2011 03:54, Daniel Morissette wrote: > > On 11-11-16 09:36 PM, Helena Mitasov

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Beta Launch of New Geospatial Technology Tools - London, Monday 28th November 2011 - Book Now!

I live in New York, how can I benefit from such rich information without have the luxury of traveling to London? On Thu, Nov 17, 2011 at 11:06 AM, Nicola Osborne wrote: > "Because everyone will eventually have 'an App' in their pocket that uses > GPS!" > > JISC is pleased to announce the launch o

[OSGeo-Discuss] Re: [Board] Signing off...

Tyler, Thanks for all of your support over the years. It was through your personal efforts with Gary and Autodesk that we were able to get the organization really moving. I look forward to continuing to work with you in the future. Mark Lucas On Nov 17, 2011, at 2:18 PM, Tyler Mitchell wrote

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] viewing ecw images in GRASS 6.4 RC1

> However, I've seen that gdal support .ecw, and moreover that > people have imported .ecw succesfully to GRASS. yes, it does support the ecw format, but is your "business" to go in the erdas site, register, accept their licence, download the sdk and add the support in gdal. This because the erda

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] viewing ecw images in GRASS 6.4 RC1

Many thanks for the answer, Richard, well the .ecw did not appear in the list of supported formats (but .ers appears). However, I've seen that gdal support .ecw, and moreover that people have imported .ecw succesfully to GRASS. I'm using Windows XP on my computer, and I've also the ER viewer insta

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] FOSs4G + SoTM

-BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE- Hash: SHA1 Frans, you can get all my presentation in editable ODF from my web site. http://arnulf.us/Publications#2011 Cheers, Arnulf. On 17.11.2011 04:42, Frans Thamura wrote: > thx venka. > > > intersting movement in GIS world :) > > openstandard, opensou

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] viewing ecw images in GRASS 6.4 RC1

2011/11/17 "Pablo García Díaz" : > Hello to all the people involved, > > I'm experiencing troubles in loading an .ecw image in GRASS 6.4. When I > try to import the file using the raster import (r.in.gdal), I can't find > out the extension, while I've seen that in other previous versions of the > s

Participation in OSGeo (was: Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] Charter Member nomination: Martin Landa)

-BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE- Hash: SHA1 On 17.11.2011 03:54, Daniel Morissette wrote: > On 11-11-16 09:36 PM, Helena Mitasova wrote: >> I would like to express my support for Martin's nomination. > [...] >> ... so he would be great to have on >> the conference and education committees. >> >

[OSGeo-Discuss] Charter Member Nomination for Bob Basques

Hi all: I'm pleased to have the opportunity to nominate Bob Basques as an OSGeo charter member. Bob works for the City of St. Paul and has long been a user and advocate of free and open source software and data. He is the founder of the GeoMOOSE project (geomoose.org) an

[OSGeo-Discuss] Beta Launch of New Geospatial Technology Tools - London, Monday 28th November 2011 - Book Now!

"Because everyone will eventually have 'an App' in their pocket that uses GPS!" JISC is pleased to announce the launch of several new BETA products and tools centred around geospatial technology and aimed at Universities, Colleges and Schools. Come along and experiment with these soon-to-be-r

[OSGeo-Discuss] Charter Nomination Dr. Franz-Josef Behr

-BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE- Hash: SHA1 All, I am honored to nominate Dr. Franz-Josef Behr as new OSGeo Charter Member. Dr. Behr teaches FOSS for gesopatial software and geodata (obviously including OpenStreetMap) since he started to teach as professor of Geoinformatics 9 years ago [0]. He

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] GeoCoworking

Hi, we're running, and working at, produktivhaus | Coworking Space [1] in Muenster, Germany in the same building the Institute for Geoinformatics (ifgi) [2] is located in. So if you ever visit Muenster, want to have some dicussions with the ifgians and other OSGeo people, just drop in. [1] http:/

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] GeoCoworking

Hi Tyler, On 11/17/2011 08:29 AM, Tyler Mitchell wrote: > Curious how many folks on the list may use a local coworking space. > I assume in some centers there is potential for geogeeks to meet at > certain coworking areas to collaborate - but just curious since I sure > don't have one nearby :)

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] GeoCoworking

On 11-11-17 02:29 AM, Tyler Mitchell wrote: Curious how many folks on the list may use a local coworking space. I assume in some centers there is potential for geogeeks to meet at certain coworking areas to collaborate - but just curious since I sure don't have one nearby :) We (Mapgears) have

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] GeoCoworking

Hi, I'm co-working @ Espai13 [1], Vic, 70km away from Barcelona. But, as Fernando, not with other geo-geeks. Not even programmers. Which I think is quite sane :) To share nearby geo-geekness we have the "geoinquiets" meetings in Barcelona [2] - there are groups also in Madrid, Galicia, Cantabria

[OSGeo-Discuss] viewing ecw images in GRASS 6.4 RC1

Hello to all the people involved, I'm experiencing troubles in loading an .ecw image in GRASS 6.4. When I try to import the file using the raster import (r.in.gdal), I can't find out the extension, while I've seen that in other previous versions of the software it was possible to do so. Any sugges

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] FOSSGIS German ... FOSS4G

is that possible that FOSS4G also supported by OSM? so we can use this brand, because FOSS4G more popular. On Thu, Nov 17, 2011 at 3:23 PM, Marco Lechner - FOSSGIS e.V. < marco.lech...@fossgis.de> wrote: > Hi Frans, > > it is correct, that FOSSGIS conference includes OpenStreetMap. Because the

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] FOSSGIS German ... FOSS4G

Hi Frans, it is correct, that FOSSGIS conference includes OpenStreetMap. Because the german FOSSGIS e.V. (existing since 2000) in one function is the OSGeo local chapter for german speaking people. But the FOSSGIS e.V. is also a big supporter of OSM in the german speaking countries. the german OSM

Re: [OSGeo-Discuss] GeoCoworking

Hi. For the survey: I cowork with some potential users. They are "geo" but not very "geeks". I think there is some potential to collaborate but so far it's just that I tell them how to use gvSIG when they get stuck :(. Anyway It's more than I expected in Albacete(Spain). regards. On Thu, Nov 17,