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Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / Meeting Topics - Fall and Winter

Looking for topic/speaker suggestions for the upcoming months. I know there is going to be lots of suggestions for topics, so if you can volunteer a speaker or at least a contact we can ask for, that would be good too!

Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / Linux robotics

i m new here and had not attended any meting yet.but i m looking forward to the next meeting.i m very much interested in robotics.hopefully i will get some useful tips for the programming of robotics and artificial intelligence system.

Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / Linux robotics

I am wondering we can use PIC for this, anyways Im looking to do robotics and artificial intelligance and wish to built and design robotics systems in the coming years. what to say, m not a pro in this

Topic: SCOSUG Announcements / Annual BBQ v2008 - THIS Sunday!

The picnic is THIS Sunday, August 17 @ Chatfield Hollow. 12 – 5, plan on the grill being ready by 1. http://ct.gov/dep/cwp/view.asp?a=2716&q=325182&...

SCOSUG is supplying all the basic supplies (burgers/dogs/rolls/soda and paper goods) thanks to the funds we’ve raised over the last 2 years but haven’t done anything with. Please RSVP!! Just so we make sure we have enough supplies! If you are coming, bring a side dish or beverage or something, but its not critical. You will have to bring any specialty items (ie: vegi, vegan) but again, we’ll have the grill going and other stuff.

Chatfield has swimming, so we’ll try to get somewhere near the lake.

Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / Intechra - Meeting topic?

I am aiming to have someone from Intechra at the September meeting. Its a little off topic form our usual discussions but I think its a good interesting subject and will be applicable to most of us.

Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / New MythTV - DVI video question?

The latest update is, I got it working. Sorta. I ordered a new DVI cable and it hooked up just fine. I got output, but the LCD tv I have is a little weird. I think it was something like 1175X720. Some wacko screen size. Since this TV is a loaner, Im not going to worry too much about it and just keep trying things and not invest until I get my old TV back. (Yeah, right)

The other problem is my MythTV overheated in the tv cabinet a week ago. Seems the myth + cable box in that cabinet is a little warm…. might not work on this until temps cool down and my house is more at 68 and not 88.

Topic: Help Wanted / LimeWire?

I just thought this was kinda cool… http://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/sad/777422798…

Lime Wire LLC, is seeking an experienced Linux Systems Administrator to support a new and exciting project. The ideal candidate is goal-oriented and can take ownership of tasks. In addition, the candidate will help plan growth of our existing server infrastructure and have the opportunity to work with senior developers on long-term projects. We seek exceptionally bright and talented candidates with a broad CS skill set..

• 3+ years experience administering RHEL/CentOS or similar Linux flavor
• Experience implementing, maintaining, and optimizing webservers and databases
• Ability to read and follow simple programs/scripts (perl, bash)
• Understanding of firewalls, load balancers, routing and other IP fundamentals
• Strong communication & documentation skills

• Experience managing fault-tolerant servers
• Experience with large storage solutions
• Experience monitoring and scaling web applications
• Rails deployment will be incredibly helpful
• ‘Enterprise’ experience
• A feeling of inner peace while racking equipment

About Lime Wire LLC Lime Wire LLC prides itself on its innovations in technology, its superior talent, and its unique workplace atmosphere. Our peer-to-peer file-sharing program is the fastest and most-downloaded application of its kind in the world, and our dedicated team works diligently to maintain that status. Since launching the LimeWire application in 2000, our company has continued to grow. The LimeWire Store is a digital media portal where you can purchase DRM-free music downloads. LimeSpot is an online community that empowers and connects users in new and innovative ways. As we look to continue building and integrating these ventures into a single, elegant user experience, we will need many more talented, motivated people to join our team. We pride ourselves on maintaining a happy, healthy work environment where a free exchange of ideas is encouraged. Our office culture promotes an entrepreneurial start-up feel, and ideal candidates will thrive in this do-it-yourself atmosphere. Lime Wire’s offices are located in the trendy TriBeCa neighborhood in downtown Manhattan. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits (including 5 weeks of vacation per year) and great perks (including free lunches, snacks, drinks, tickets to cultural and athletic events, company-sponsored outings, fabulous rooftop parties, and coworkers who are also great friends). Our workplace is casual, and while we work hard, we always have time for a board game, a round of poker, or a break on our garden roof deck.

• Principals only. Recruiters, please don’t contact this job poster.
• Please, no phone calls about this job!
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

PostingID: 777422798

Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / New MythTV - DVI video question?

DVI is a digital connection, whereas VGA is an analog signal, so you get a slightly higher quality signal with DVI than with VGA.

Topic: SCOSUG Announcements / Annual Barbecue - version 2008

Ok, the deal is done!!

The picnic is Sunday, August 17 @ Chatfield Hollow. 12 – 5, plan on the grill being ready by 1. http://ct.gov/dep/cwp/view.asp?a=2716&q=325182&...

SCOSUG is supplying all the basic supplies (burgers/dogs/rolls/soda and paper goods) thanks to the funds we’ve raised over the last 2 years but haven’t done anything with. Please RSVP!! Just so we make sure we have enough supplies! If you are coming, bring a side dish or beverage or something, but its not critical. You will have to bring any specialty items (ie: vegi, vegan) but again, we’ll have the grill going and other stuff.

Chatfield has swimming, so I will try to get somewhere near the lake, I’ll try to post signs too so you know you are in the right place (pengins with arrows?) I’m not sure what we can do at the park, but there will be SOME kind of display so you’ll know you’re in the right place.

Hope to see you all there!! (I will send out an email too, and this time I ‘ll remove the bad addresses!!)

Topic: SCOSUG Announcements / Annual Barbecue - version 2008

I heard from two board members that cant make the 16th. How does the 17th sound?

(edited since I got the dates wrong)

Topic: SCOSUG Announcements / Annual Barbecue - version 2008

1) Chatfield 2) 8/17 3) Noon to 5 is my suggestion planning on having food ready by 1. Then people can come/go as they please 4) $150 seems alot for a shelter but Im always suprised how many people show up so its not a bad idea. We have the budget for it?

Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / Intechra - Meeting topic?

Ok, I’ll reply tonight to them

Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / Intechra - Meeting topic?

September sounds good! I’m sure if we ply the person with plenty of food and drink, he or she would be happy to take our stuff off our hands.

Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / Intechra - Meeting topic?

I heard back, and someone is willing to come out to talk. Should I try for the September meeting? Seeing as how August is Picnic and we usually skip July since everyone is doing family summer vacation stuff!

Topic: SCOSUG Announcements / Annual Barbecue - version 2008

Hi all. It’s time to start planning our annual summer barbecue. Details need to be hammered out, so we’d like your input on the following items in the next couple of weeks:

1) Where to have it? We’ve had it at Sleeping Giant in past years. One year we had it at Wharton Brook. This year, someone suggested we have it at Chatfield Hollow since they have a kid-friendly swimming area. SUGGESTIONS??

2) What day to have it? Since meetings are generally on the third weekend, the suggestion is to have it on either Saturday 8/16 or Sunday 8/17 with the following weekend as the rain date. PREFERENCE??

3) What time do we start/end? Should we start at Noon? 1:00? 2:00? Should we keep it to a time frame? 3 hours? 4 hours? 5 hours? THOUGHTS??

4) Should we rent a picnic shelter? Cost to rent a shelter is $150, not including any parking fees at the park. Having a shelter guarantees the space and grills as well as a place to sit out of the sun. COMMENTS??

Once we’ve got these details ironed out, we’ll get to the topic of food & beverages.

All constructive comments and suggestions are welcome.

Topic: Help Wanted / LAMP Guru - High Comp

Company Profile:

Our client, a fast-growing start-up Media company, is looking looking for a PHP/Javascript Developer to build best-of-breed products that combine internally and externally build applications for a rich user experience on a large B2C and B2B web network.

Compensation and Benefits:

The contribution that is expected of the PHP / Javascript Developer is reflected in a highly competitive compensation program consisting of base salary, bonus, and equity in the form of stock options, and a comprehensive program of employee benefits.

Position Description: JavaScript Developer/Guru

Responsibilities: • Develop and maintain web applications in PHP and Javascript. • Utilize CSS and DHTML to create dynamic pages. • Develop components with Prototype, jQuery and other scripting frameworks • Have a solid grasp of Object Oriented design. • Integrate applications into various content management systems including Drupal, OpenCMS and SiteMesh • Integrate applications with client side technologies including AJAX, JSON. • Fun, happy, energetic player with a fantastic team-oriented development philosophy • Comfortable gliding in and out of new technologies and embracing projects that “reduce the number of lines of code”. • Experience working in a small group of developers in a fast-paced environment. • Experience working with various open source applications and integrating them into an enterprise framework. • Experience Object oriented PHP5 • Experience with MySQL, Linux. • 3-5 years of web application development in a B2C or B2B environment. • Strong written and verbal communication skills including analytical capabilities, specification gathering/writing, and troubleshooting skills. • Highly motivated, able to work both in a team and solo. • Must be able to meet deadlines and work well under pressure. • BS/MS in CS or related degree

Bonus Requirements: • Previous start-up experience. • Spring MVC / Hibernate. • Experience with PostGres. • Experience with Java. • Experience with Content Management Systems. • Experience with SiteMesh. • Experience with e-commerce systems.

Technology & Environment: Java, Open Source, LAMP, CSS, PHP, AJAX, HTML, DHTML

For Immediate Consideration Contact:

modisit.com Business: 860-713-2357 Direct: 860-713.2345

Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / Next Meeting June 29

Thanks, Nick, for setting this up! This should prove to be an interesting and informative talk. Can’t wait!

Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / Next Meeting June 29

Next SCOSUG meeting is Sunday June 29, 2008 6:00pm

Where: ISG Offices, Wallingford CT http://www.innovation-software.com What: Kevin Dowd will speak on BrainHat, a natural language program environment http://www.brainhat.com

Map to ISG office via Google http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&...+North+Plains+Industrial+Rd.,+Suite+9+Wallingford+CT&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=48.421237,76.992187&ie=UTF8&z=16&iwloc=addr

Hope to see everyone there.

Nick

Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / June 15th Meeting

The Next Meeting announcement blurb has been updated.

Topic: SCOSUG Announcements / June 15 CANCELLED!

Posting here too, in case no one sees it in the other. June 15 is cancelled because its fathers day. Sorry to cause problems for anyone but I got mostly ‘cant make it’ emails so I don’t think many would have gone.

Post suggestions for new date/time in the forum.

Nick

Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / June 15 CANCELLED!

Forgot it was fathers day, we are moving the meeting. Will update the schedule as soon as I get it. Propose any date/time suggestions in the forum.

Nick

Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / June 15th Meeting

UPDATE!!! – MEETING CANCELLED!

I forgot it was fathers day. And many of you have kids, or fathers, and have other plans that day. So we are going to reschedule the meeting for another day. If you ever wanted to propose a new date/time for meetings, now is your chance!!

Nick

Topic: Help Wanted / .NET Programmer?

Not open source specific but it is a job :-)

JOB TITLE Software Engineer

FLSA: Exempt

REPORTS TO: VP Business Development

LOCATION: Wallingford, CT.

OBJECTIVE:

A .NET developer to create and maintain web-based ISP operations systems in C#, Oracle, MySQL, and a vendor-specific language. Familiarity with other .NET languages, web services, and javascript.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES: • Programming independently using Microsoft C#. • Maintaining, extending, and supporting CA ServiceDesk and its related systems. • Interfacing with other systems using both Oracle and MySQL as their RDBMS.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor Degree with 2 years experience in the related field or any Equivalent Diploma with 4 years of experience in the relevant field required. At least 1 year of experience using MySQL or Oracle databases.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • 2-3 years experience with the Microsoft .NET framework. • Solid understanding of RDBMS, advanced RDBMS features (triggers, views, stored procedures), and ER diagramming. • Solid knowledge of object-oriented programming. • Solid knowledge of HTML 4.01/XHTML 1.0, CSS2, and Javascript. • Solid knowledge of XML technologies such as DTDs and XML schema. • Solid knowledge of web service technologies such as SOAP and XMLRPC. • Experience with Visual Source Safe and Subversion. • Experience and knowledge of internet service provider operations and customer support. • Knowledge of telecom terminology a plus. • Experience with LDAP a plus. • Knowledge of other programming languages, such as Java/JSP, Perl, C++, and Python a plus. • Knowledge of Crystal Reports and/or Crystal Reports Enterprise a plus. • Experience and knowledge of Linux a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Constant use of keyboard and mouse as well as computer monitors

ENVIRONMENT:

General office environment; cubicle; fast paced; can be noisy.

COMPANY:

MegaPath is the leading provider of managed IP communications services in North America. MegaPath leverages its wide selection of broadband connectivity, Virtual Private Networks, Voice over IP (VoIP) and security technologies to enable businesses to lower costs, increase security and enhance productivity. Businesses of all sizes can easily and securely communicate between their headquarters, branch offices, retail locations, mobile workers, and business partners.

Topic: SCOSUG Support / Mouse Trouble

I will try an external mouse, although that’s not a great long-term solution for me. in X conf I could also comment out the “Configured Mouse” option and try to use only the “Synaptics Touchpad” pointer config. I’m really not sure why I didn’t try that before. Thanks for the input.

Topic: SCOSUG Discussion / New MythTV - DVI video question?

I may have a DVI cable you can use, in case you’re having layer 1 issues.