Drupal Camp Vancouver

Tonight is the night for the Drupal Camp Vancouver Kick-off Party! As mentioned in the attendee email, all registered DCV'ers receive a ticket for a free drink (beer, wine, cocktail)! To score your ticket, find me (Daveo) near the door {I'll wear a hat with my name on it like in the photo clue above.}

Non-registrants are invited to attend but probably won't get a free drink (unless they have a really good story) BUT we can all enjoy camaraderie while snacking on tasty appies starting at 7PM.

Here's the menu to get ya drooling

• Vegetable spring roll
• Phyllo prawns
• Baked Saffron Oysters
• Yam Fries
• Smoked Salmon Crostini

See ya there at 7PM! and be sure to look for the magic hat of drink ticket goodness.

Photo of DaveO at SXSW by Bre Pettis on Flickr.
Photo of Flux bistro by Roland on flickr.

Fearless City is sponsoring a Drupal Camp code sprint starting at 6pm, right after Drupal Camp on Friday. It's conveniently located at the Delicados Café which is in the same block as the Wosk Centre. Don't worry about trying to catch a bite to eat before you get there, food is provided (though you're on the hook for your own drinks).

Come and "jam" with fellow creatives, both technical and non-technical, from 6pm to 9pm. There's activities for right and left brainers, er, themers and coders, alike! The plan is for coders to focus on methods for adding mobile content and themers to focus on the creation of a mobile-friendly black-on-white theme. Don't worry about your skill level, everyone can participate.

The Fearless Media Project facilitates community participation in the creation of media and community dialogue on issues relevant to people in the Downtown Eastside (DTES) of Vancouver.

For more information, contact Steve Nelson.

Saying No is lame - As Dale pointed out the other day, Drupal Camp Vancouver is sold out, in fact we are beyond sold out. Your humble organizers were a bit surprised at how fast the 90 slots filled up. We've added a few more spaces for sponsors and volunteers bringing the total up to capacity.

This means we've had to tell some people "NO" which frankly sucks since everyone should be able to attend but really, the space is maxxed out despite the interest.

Not Registered? Come party anyhow! So, if you missed the sign-up ... what can we tell ya? Who knew. To make it up to the folks whom cannot squeeze in, please come down to the DCV kick off party to mingle (and gripe) with us. If you find me (daveo) and use the code word "Belgium" you might get a free beer to assuage your lament.

Can't Make it to DCV?
Last minute cancellation? Please let us know so we can add folks who are eagerly and patiently sequestered on the waiting list.

Wanna get on the list?
To be honest, your chances are pretty slim but to give hope in this moment of despair, please send your name, etc. via the contact form.

Three Free Beers photo by matason on Flickr

Several of the Drupal Camp Vancouver Sponsors are hiring web developers, themers, programmers etc. You can see an (developing) list at the DCV Job Board.

You'll also notice a few companies who will host tables the DCV Job Fair at the Wosk Centre on Friday during the Lunchtime break. Bring your resume and your best smile and go home with a fancy new job!

Note: any other sponsors seeking a notice or a table at the job fair, please submit via the contact form.

Thanks to the generous support of sponsors, the DrupalCamp kick-off party is a go! The venue is Flux Bistro in Gastown and kicks off at 7PM on Thursday May 8th.

What's more, each registrant receives a magic ticket for a free drink plus abundance of tasty canapes to nosh upon whilst chatting with your Drupal colleagues.

Addresses: 162 Water Street (Googlemap) - http://www.fluxbistro.com.

Be sure to say thanks and get to know the DVC Sponsors many of whom are hiring and exhibiting at the job fair Friday at Lunchtime.

After much deliberation and consternation, the Drupal Camp Vancovuer auditing committee met in semi-secrecy and crafted this stunning line-up for two packed days of edu-tainment. The three-track fiesta features an all-star line-up of Drupal gurus, pioneers, and experts from many facets of web development. You are the critical ingredient so bring your questions, politeness, and curiosity.

Here's the Drupal Camp Vancouver Sessions Schedule including links to each of the presenter's pitches and info.

It's a classic goods news/bad news scenario, we're now at capacity.

It's wonderful to see so much interest that we sold out before May. It's sad that we're not able to accommodate everyone who wants to come.

This is your chance to share your knowledge, become (better) known in the community, and raise your Drupal karma. Become a presenter at Drupal Camp Vancouver 2008! And Drupal events have some of the greatest audiences around.

We're looking for speakers on all things Drupal at every level. A list of possible topics is available on our Call for Speakers" page. If you have an idea you don't see don't hesitate to submit. The exact session length hasn't been set, yet, but will be between 45 and 90 minutes. If you have a topic that needs extended coverage, multiple sessions can be set up.

Still have questions, contact us.

Registration for Vancouver's Drupal Camp in open and the wisest ones are already signing up. The event is limited to about 80 attendees/participants and costs $20 to secure your slot.

For the twenty bucks, you'll get a lunch (or maybe two) and an eco-friendly t-shirt but the big payoff to this ultra-thrifty event is the knowledge sharing, camaraderie and networking with enthusiasts from many facets of the web dev world including coders, architects, designers and even some business and marketing types.

Everyone pays, even speakers and volunteers - it's only $20.

Registration for Drupal Camp Vancouver 2008 is now open! Head over to our registration page at Eventbright and sign up for Vancouver's premier Drupal event in 2008!