Location, location, location

[Colin Charles]

So, we need a good location.

This will be for the weekend (Saturday, Sunday), and preferably
somewhere in KL. Requirements:

1. Ample parking (preferably, free, if not at a flat rate)
2. Near public transport is a bonus
3. Good bandwidth - WiFi must not fail
4. Power to handle geeks (we can bring power boards if need be)
5. Projector
6. Tables, chairs, the usual

One room for the talk - preferably a hall.

One room for hanging out - having hackfest, code conventions, and more

Naturally, we'd like the location to be *free* (as in teh tarik), so
we don't have to go find sponsors to pay for the location. Attendance
to this event, should naturally be free - its for cultivating an
environment where sharing knowledge, is about caring for geeks.

Any suggestions?

In case anyone is wondering, the picked dates are Saturday 30 May
2009, and I don't know if this should extend to Sunday 31 May 2009.
Note that Sunday 31 May will clash with MSC-OSCON's "hackathon" day.
Some have suggested Friday 29 May 2009, but this will involve
participants taking leave from work... which may not work out (plus,
Friday is mosque day, so you tend to lose about 3 hours+ of hacking
and learning). More on this later.

So, location ideas people!

Thanks

-c

[Faruq]

Location no idea..since i live in JB. :D
And for the day, since you said it GeekCamp...and i really hope we
find place to camp also. So the event can be from 4pm on friday till
saturday morning. But this is just opinion.

Any other opinion?

[Alex TheBackpackr.com]

I could venture the Integricity office which is located at
Centrepoint, Bandar Utama

> This will be for the weekend (Saturday, Sunday), and preferably
> somewhere in KL. Requirements:

Sorry, it's in PJ :)

> 1. Ample parking (preferably, free, if not at a flat rate)

Free on weekends.

> 2. Near public transport is a bonus

Buses stop nearby (there's a free 1Utama bus from the Kelana Jaya LRT)

> 3. Good bandwidth - WiFi must not fail

Well, we have 4mbps, courtesy of #streamyxsucks but we could share the
mobile bandwidth that others have via routers.

> 4. Power to handle geeks (we can bring power boards if need be)

It's a commercial office, so we should be able to handle it.

> 5. Projector

Yup.

> 6. Tables, chairs, the usual

Yup.

> One room for the talk - preferably a hall.

Could seat up to 40-50 I guess, it's not that HUGE...

> One room for hanging out - having hackfest, code conventions, and more

We have smaller break-out areas with beanbags, a bar area, a glass
room... :)

> Naturally, we'd like the location to be *free* (as in teh tarik), so
> we don't have to go find sponsors to pay for the location. Attendance
> to this event, should naturally be free - its for cultivating an
> environment where sharing knowledge, is about caring for geeks.

Free? Definitely not. Yes, a cuppa teh tarik at least.

> Any suggestions?
>
> In case anyone is wondering, the picked dates are Saturday 30 May
> 2009, and I don't know if this should extend to Sunday 31 May 2009.
> Note that Sunday 31 May will clash with MSC-OSCON's "hackathon" day.
> Some have suggested Friday 29 May 2009, but this will involve
> participants taking leave from work... which may not work out (plus,
> Friday is mosque day, so you tend to lose about 3 hours+ of hacking
> and learning). More on this later.

A whole day Saturday would be better, and Sunday if needed. Fridays
would disrupt the whole office.

[Ang Chin Han]

On Thu, Apr 16, 2009 at 6:33 PM, Alex TheBackpackr.com
<he...@thebackpackr.com> wrote:
>
> I could venture the Integricity office which is located at
> Centrepoint, Bandar Utama

Sounds excellent.

>> This will be for the weekend (Saturday, Sunday), and preferably
>> somewhere in KL. Requirements:
>
> Sorry, it's in PJ :)

Here? http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&q=Centrepoint+Bandar+Utama,+Lebuh+Bandar+Utama,+Bandar+Utama,+47800+Petaling+Jaya,+Selangor,+Malaysia&sll=3.049893,101.570663&sspn=0.00645,0.0106&ie=UTF8&cd=1&geocode=FfLjLwAd63IOBg&split=0&t=h&z=17

>> 5. Projector
>
> Yup.

We probably have an extra one I can borrow as well.

>> One room for hanging out - having hackfest, code conventions, and more
>
> We have smaller break-out areas with beanbags, a bar area, a glass
> room... :)

Nice!

>> Naturally, we'd like the location to be *free* (as in teh tarik), so
>> we don't have to go find sponsors to pay for the location. Attendance
>> to this event, should naturally be free - its for cultivating an
>> environment where sharing knowledge, is about caring for geeks.
>
> Free? Definitely not. Yes, a cuppa teh tarik at least.

Ouch. How much is a cuppa teh tarik?

Assuming people are serious about it, any place (pantry?) for some
silly activities like baking? (heh!) Free cupcakes! Or cookies! Fresh!
Yes, we'll clean up, we promise!

> A whole day Saturday would be better, and Sunday if needed. Fridays
> would disrupt the whole office.

Just a whole day event would be best, IMHO. Release early, release
often and all that.

[mahen4000]

Hi guys,
My name is Mahen and I belong to the IBM Innovation Center, we're
located at Bandar Utama, right next to Wan U. As you might know IBM
supports Open Source initiatives and I am trying to see if we can get
hold of our training room to help you host GeekCamp. If you could
provide me with an exact date, agenda and types of activities you
intend to hold, I'll try to see how we can help you out.

> 1. Ample parking (preferably, free, if not at a flat rate)

Right next to Wan U, so you can park your cars there.

>2. Near public transport is a bonus

There are buses going to Wan U but realistically speaking, you need to
take a cab or car there.

>3. Good bandwidth - WiFi must not fail

We do have wireless access but you won't be able to access it unless
you're an IBM employee. The training room has around 35 PCs with
wired broadband access, though.

>4. Power to handle geeks (we can bring power boards if need be)

We have enough power.
>5. Projector
We do have a projector

>6. Tables, chairs, the usual

As mentioned before, we have around 35 PCs, with chairs. We even have
a vending machine which provides free drinks and water.

If you want, one of you could come over to check out the venue. I'm
generally available throughout the week so just drop me a message if
you're interested.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,
Mahendren Munisamy

On Apr 16, 6:52 pm, Ang Chin Han <ang.chin....@gmail.com> wrote:
> On Thu, Apr 16, 2009 at 6:33 PM, Alex TheBackpackr.com
>
> <he...@thebackpackr.com> wrote:
>
> > I could venture the Integricity office which is located at
> > Centrepoint, Bandar Utama
>
> Sounds excellent.
>
> >> This will be for the weekend (Saturday, Sunday), and preferably
> >> somewhere in KL. Requirements:
>
> > Sorry, it's in PJ :)
>

> Here?http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&q=Centrepoint+Bandar...

[Kamal Fariz Mahyuddin]

>>3. Good bandwidth - WiFi must not fail
> We do have wireless access but you won't be able to access it unless
> you're an IBM employee.  The training room has around 35 PCs with
> wired broadband access, though.

It is safe to assume the participants will be bringing their own
laptops. I don't think IBM will allow to unplug from the PCs into the
laptops. This might not work out if that's the case.

[Faruq]

wow..great feedback! I hope this camp will really happen! :)

[mahendren munisamy]

Hi Kamal, It's not a problem really, the issue is only with wireless.  You can always get Internet access by hooking up your laptop to one of the 35 wired connections mentioned below.  Please do let us know if you are interested and we'll proceed with the necessary arrangements. Sincerely, mahen --- On Sat, 4/18/09, Kamal Fariz Mahyuddin <kamal...@gmail.com> wrote:

[Kamal Fariz Mahyuddin]

On Mon, Apr 20, 2009 at 10:18 AM, mahendren munisamy
<mahe...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> Hi Kamal,
> It's not a problem really, the issue is only with wireless.  You can always
> get Internet access by hooking up your laptop to one of the 35 wired
> connections mentioned below.

Interesting. Any problems if the laptops reshare the connection over
their wifi? Would the network ops be pissed we changed the topology
just a little bit :)?

I'm definitely interested but can't make a commitment right now. There
are a few locations we would like to check out. Thanks for your help.
You'll be the first to know if we decide to use your facilities.

[BRIAN RITCHIE]

I can bring in my Linksys Wireless router if necessary. No issue there.

 

FYI.

On Mon, Apr 20, 2009 at 12:57 PM, Ian Tam <cere...@gmail.com> wrote:

Why burden the laptop? We can always hook it up to wi-fi routers. Any1 willing to lend theirs?
But better get clarification from whoever handle the network. Whether it is possible to do so.
And double check if the network is free for all or restricted access based on mac address.

--

Regards,

Ian Tam Yee Yung
President ITSociety MMU - Cyberjaya 08/09
Open Source Alliance - Cyberjaya 07/08-08/09
Multimedia University
Cyberjaya
email: cere...@iantam.net / cere...@gmail.com / ian.tam.y...@mmu.edu.my
Tel: +6017.2500181

[mahendren munisamy]

Hi, We have no issues if you wanted to hook up a wireless router.  Just FYI, I have attached the Center's flier and a the PPT slide shows some of the facilities we have.  The training room is appears in the bottom left of the PPT slide (entitled "Workshop in session at IIC").  We have roughly 30 PCs hooked up to broadband.  Please do let me know if you need any furter info: --- On Mon, 4/20/09, BRIAN RITCHIE <esqbria...@gmail.com> wrote:

From: BRIAN RITCHIE <esqbria...@gmail.com> Subject: Re: Location, location, location To: mygee...@googlegroups.com

[Kamal Fariz Mahyuddin]

Hi all,

Thanks for the suggestions and offers!

I've decided to hold geekcamp in the offices of Integricity. Alex
(@TheBackpackr) offered his office 5 days ago
http://twitter.com/TheBackpackr/statuses/1532417616 and I checked it
out on Monday. I posted pics of the place at the @geekcamp twitter
account. Check them out at http://twitpic.com/photos/geekcamp

I also just got hosting donated by foss.org.my so I'll get the site up
quickly to post info like the location and a Google Docs form thing to
list proposed talks and also take in suggested talks.

On Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 9:54 PM, Ian Tam <cere...@gmail.com> wrote:
> The computers seems more suitable for hands on or talks. However the round
> table may seems more appropriate for discussions.
> Maybe we should start drafting what we want to do.

[Faruq]

Great!! Im waiting your next info for GeekCamp! It can be preparation
before oscon..
BTW anyone know how much the fee for oscon? Sorry out of topic..but i
have been searching it, still nothing! :(

Good luck for the oc of GeekCamp!! :D

[Ezwan Aizat Bin Abdullah Faiz]

On Wed, Apr 22, 2009 at 4:59 PM, Kamal Fariz Mahyuddin
<kamal...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I've decided to hold geekcamp in the offices of Integricity. Alex
> (@TheBackpackr) offered his office 5 days ago
> http://twitter.com/TheBackpackr/statuses/1532417616 and I checked it
> out on Monday. I posted pics of the place at the @geekcamp twitter
> account. Check them out at http://twitpic.com/photos/geekcamp

Can't wait. :)

Regards,
Aizat

--
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http://aizatto.com - "The best way to predict the future is to invent it"
http://foss.my - FOSS.my Nov 8-9

[Ahmad Amran Kapi]

Hi Faruq,
You can find the payment detail here at their website.

http://www.mscmalaysia.my/osconf

the payment details

http://www.mscmalaysia.my/article/Open+Source+Convention/Registration+Form

Ahmad Amran Kapi
Art In Software Sdn Bhd
Suite 2.5 Inkubator K-Ekonomi
75450 Ayer Keroh
Melaka.
06-2322464 / 013-6102545
http://www.aist.com.my

[Faruq]

Yeah cool! I just found it..
Haha...

Thanks man! :D

[mahen4000]

Cool, is there a draft agenda available? I have some friends who're
interested in attending.

On Apr 22, 4:59 pm, Kamal Fariz Mahyuddin <kamal.fa...@gmail.com>
wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> Thanks for the suggestions and offers!
>
> I've decided to hold geekcamp in the offices of Integricity. Alex

> (@TheBackpackr) offered his office 5 days agohttp://twitter.com/TheBackpackr/statuses/1532417616and I checked it

> out on Monday. I posted pics of the place at the @geekcamp twitter

> account. Check them out athttp://twitpic.com/photos/geekcamp

>
> I also just got hosting donated by foss.org.my so I'll get the site up
> quickly to post info like the location and a Google Docs form thing to
> list proposed talks and also take in suggested talks.
>

> On Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 9:54 PM, Ian Tam <cerea...@gmail.com> wrote:
> > The computers seems more suitable for hands on or talks. However the round
> > table may seems more appropriate for discussions.
> > Maybe we should start drafting what we want to do.
>

> > On Tue, Apr 21, 2009 at 7:35 PM, mahendren munisamy <mahen4...@yahoo.com>

> > wrote:
>
> >> Hi,
> >> We have no issues if you wanted to hook up a wireless router.  Just FYI, I
> >> have attached the Center's flier and a the PPT slide shows some of the
> >> facilities we have.  The training room is appears in the bottom left of the
> >> PPT slide (entitled "Workshop in session at IIC").  We have roughly 30 PCs
> >> hooked up to broadband.  Please do let me know if you need any furter info:
>

> >> --- On Mon, 4/20/09, BRIAN RITCHIE <esqbrianritc...@gmail.com> wrote:

>
> >> From: BRIAN RITCHIE <esqbrianritc...@gmail.com>
> >> Subject: Re: Location, location, location
> >> To: mygee...@googlegroups.com
> >> Date: Monday, April 20, 2009, 12:58 PM
>
> >> I can bring in my Linksys Wireless router if necessary. No issue there.
>
> >> FYI.
>

> >>> email: cerea...@iantam.net / cerea...@gmail.com /
> >>> ian.tam.yee.yun...@mmu.edu.my

> >>> Tel: +6017.2500181
>
> > --
> > Regards,
>
> > Ian Tam Yee Yung
> > President ITSociety MMU - Cyberjaya 08/09
> > Open Source Alliance - Cyberjaya 07/08-08/09
> > Multimedia University
> > Cyberjaya

> > email: cerea...@iantam.net / cerea...@gmail.com /
> > ian.tam.yee.yun...@mmu.edu.my
> > Tel: +6017.2500181

[Faruq]

Hello..
Anyone can help me?

First, why registration link in geekcamp.my seems doesnt work?
Second..if i come from pudu raya, how can i reach Bandar Utama
(geekcamp location)? Please help me..Im new to Malaysia! :D

Thanks..

[Ang Chin Han]

On Tue, May 5, 2009 at 1:04 PM, Faruq <teuku...@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Hello..
> Anyone can help me?
>
> First, why registration link in geekcamp.my seems doesnt work?

Under construction.

> Second..if i come from pudu raya, how can i reach Bandar Utama
> (geekcamp location)? Please help me..Im new to Malaysia! :D

Probably not much of a help if you arrive by bus but:

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Puduraya+Bus+Station&daddr=Lebuh+Bandar+Utama,+Bandar+Utama,+Petaling+Jaya,+Selangor,+Malaysia+(Secret+Recipe+Centrepoint+Bandar+Utama)&hl=en&geocode=CRlzD0dr7w2-Far_LwAdctQPBiGcDX8gLT0LHA%3BFfLjLwAd63IOBiEbMP-OD5mXxg&mra=pe&mrcr=0&sll=3.142106,101.659976&sspn=0.103528,0.169601&ie=UTF8&ll=3.140002,101.653919&spn=0.103528,0.169601&z=13

Taxi would be the easiest and least painful. But if you're early and
want to hitch a ride, I'd be driving to it from near Cempaka LRT
station (reachable via the LRT next to puduraya). Email me your
contact (phone number) later if you're interested. Not going to pick
anyone up from Puduraya, sorry, that place has heavy traffic.

The Moo shall Rule!

[Faruq]

Wow..cool! Thanks..

Any other suggestion?

[Ian Tam]

According to google map, is about half km from tv3. Probably will just walk over from 1U.

On Wed, May 6, 2009 at 6:23 PM, Ian Tam <cere...@gmail.com> wrote:

Which rapidkl bus will pass by centre point? Do we need to exchange bus at kelana jaya or 1 Utama to get to centre point?

On Tue, May 5, 2009 at 5:39 PM, Faruq <teuku...@gmail.com> wrote:

Wow..cool! Thanks..

Any other suggestion?

--

Regards,

Ian Tam Yee Yung
President ITSociety MMU - Cyberjaya 08/09
Open Source Alliance - Cyberjaya 07/08-08/09
Multimedia University
Cyberjaya

email: cere...@iantam.net / cere...@gmail.com / ian.tam.y...@mmu.edu.my

Tel: +6017.2500181

--
Regards,

Ian Tam Yee Yung
President ITSociety MMU - Cyberjaya 08/09
Open Source Alliance - Cyberjaya 07/08-08/09
Multimedia University
Cyberjaya