October 2013 - Free-software-melb - lists.softwarefreedom.com.au

Free software discussion group this Thursday 17th October
by Adam Bolte 30 Oct '13

30 Oct '13

Hi everybody, It feels like it's been a long time coming but it's almost here - the next Melbourne free software discussion meet-up is this Thursday 17th. We have some interesting topics lined up too, including: * Alex's Cargo game release. If you enjoy computer games but don't know what this is about, learn about one of the most interesting free software game releases this year. We want to get the word out, so we will be discussing ways in which we can promote this great software, as well as free software projects in general. * The Cloud is great, but what about freedom? Getting up and running with software is easier than ever thanks to "cloud" technologies such as SaaS (or SaaSS!), but does it respect your privacy? Do you have the ability to change the way it works, install it on your own computers, or give a custom version to your friends? How can we protect our freedom? * Volunteer burnout Organizing conferences based around free software (and in general!) is usually a lot of work, and Bianca will briefly discuss the problem of burnout. Burnout isn't limited to conferences however, and being a major contributor to a popular free software project can be a lot of work as well. This should make for an interesting discussion topic. Pizzas will be generously provided by VPAC Innovations! It should be a fun and interesting night, so don't forget to mark it on your calendar if you have not already. Date: Thursday 17 October Time: 6-9pm Location: VPAC Head Office Training Room Level 1, Building 91, 110 Victoria Street A map is on the website: http://www.freesoftware.asn.au/melb/ If you've not come along to one of these meet-ups before, I encourage you to swing by see what it's all about. To everyone else, I hope to see you all there! Cheers, Adam

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cake recipe
by Bianca Gibson 18 Oct '13

18 Oct '13

Hi everyone, I intended to post the recipe for the vegan chocolate and avocado cake I made for the meeting quite a while ago, so here it is: http://joythebaker.com/2009/07/vegan-chocolate-avocado-cake/ That blog is really good. It's a baking blog that doesn't specialise in particular dietary requirements, but from time to time caters to them. She also has a fair few vegan soups, which Adam may be interested in. That's where I've got other favourites like my chamomile and honey cupcakes, green tea and lemon cake and white chocolate, rose and strawberry cake. Cheers, Bianca

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meeting on Thursday?
by Bianca Gibson 13 Oct '13

13 Oct '13

Hi all, Are we meeting on Thursday? I haven't seen an announcement for it, but I've prepared my talk/discussion on volunteer burnout, as I mentioned to Alex at SFD. I'd also like to give a 5 minute talk on LA stuff. Cheers, Bianca

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An unconference in the sticks: StixCampGembrook opens registrations (Nov 1-3)
by Bianca Gibson 09 Oct '13

09 Oct '13

>From Ben Dechrai: > Registrations for StixCampGembrook are open! > > StixCampGembrook is a weekend unconference event running from the 1st - 3rd November 2013. Participants will spend 2 full days networking with like-minded others, sharing their knowledge, and learning from others. The venue is a scout camp in the Dandenong Ranges and accommodation is provided (subject to availability - camping spots are available too) and will provide a change of atmosphere to the typical city-based conferences. > > Participation extends from the usual unconference environment, with the option for communal meals and other social activities available at the camp. > > There are two ticket types: a regular participant ticket that we'll try and refund, subject to surplus sponsorship funds; and a supporting participant ticket, which won't be refunded, allowing, instead, for regular participants to get more of a refund. Both cost $67.50 + GST. > > Register Today > > StixCampGembrook is organised by the BarCampMelbourne team and is a Linux Australia Event. Any surplus funds after the regular participant tickets have been refunded, will go back to Linux Australia to be used for further helping the open source community in Australia. > > Please forward this email to your colleagues. > > Cheers! > Ben > > > -- > Ben Dechrai > Internet Technology Consultant > Mentor, Presenter, and Hard-Core Privacy Nut > > phone > +415 127 120 > im / email > ben(a)dechrai.com > website > https://bendechrai.com/ > twitter > @bendechrai

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