= Django testing sprint in Tel-Aviv, Israel, and online (IRC), on Sunday, August 17, 2008, 10:00 (UTC+03) = We'll be holding a Django testing sprint in Tel-Aviv University campus, Schreiber building, room 319, on Sunday, August 17, 2008. See [http://www2.tau.ac.il/map/unimapl1.asp map]. If attendees are interested, we can also carry the sprint over to Monday. This sprint will focus on testing the 1.0-rc release (see [VersionOneRoadmap#schedule 1.0 roadmap]). More details will be posted here and announced on django-dev as we get closer to the sprint. See [http://whatsup.org.il/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=6107 announcement in Whatsup] (the local portal; Hebrew), and [http://hamakor.org.il/pipermail/python-il/2008-August/000101.html discussion on Python-IL] (mailing-list; English; gatewayed to Gmane, IIRC?). == What's a sprint? How do I participate? == See [wiki:Sprints] for information about how sprints work, how you can participate, etc. Anybody, anywhere around the world, can participate and contribute. We'll be gathering in person in Tel-Aviv, but if you can't make it you can also participate through IRC. Knowing python really helps; here's a [http://www.python.org/doc/2.5.2/tut/node3.html simple tutorial]. This sprint will examine the behavior of Django players to test if '''1.0 release candidate''' is ready. We will focus on two types of users: first timers and experienced users. First timers can either show up or use IRC to get instant help from the experts. === Tasks for experienced Django users === * Refactoring an existing project to 1.0 rc * Start a fresh project on top of 1.0 rc * Set up a day of work with a friend and help her as she learns django 1.0 rc === For the less experienced === * We'll give Q&D introductions to Python, Web programming, etc, if beginners want any. * We'll study Django (critically, in-depth), mapping the territory, "using the source, Luke", experimenting, and telling the world about it all. * Gain experience in using lots and lots of tools while working... And, of course, all must have fun. This is absolutely required. == Attendance == Do come! And bring your geeky friends, too. T'will be a great opportunity to learn, discuss and code with some kick-ass Django and Python experts. (Well, at least one. ;o) And lots of fun! If you plan to participate in the sprint, add your name to the [#Roster roster] below. == Roster == So that everyone knows who'll be there, please add your name below along with the day(s) you're interested in attending. === In Tel-Aviv === * Benny Daon (Sunday & Monday) * Meir Kriheli (Sunday, not sure about Monday) * Golan Derazon * Ilan (anytime, anywhere) * Ahik Man (Sunday) * Guy Arieli (Sunday) * Udi Bauman (Sunday, only from noon) * Eliran Itzhak (anytime, anywhere, beginner) * Alon Levy (Sunday afternoon) * Idan Gazit (Sunday all day, beginner) * Omer Tabach (Sunday afternoon, beginner) * Alexander Arshavski (Sunday afternoon) === Worldwide, through IRC === * channel #django-sprint on Freenode. === Supporters === * rimon from isoc.org.il - inspiration and contacts * eddiea from tau.ac.il - helping us with the physical and network location == Equipment == * Portable? * Snacks, caffeine, chocolate, et al * Camera * Hat and high spirits. (Hat's optional.) ---- ('''Note :''' If the server calls you "Spam" while trying to add your name to the list, go to settings (top right, next to "Login") and add your name and e-mail. Once you click save, you should be able to edit without a problem.)