sportsguy
searchgeek - author
OK, Dave (Hudson) and I have been knocking this idea around for a few weeks now.
I confirmed this week that I can book space on campus (Microsoft) that'll hold a bunch of us with projector, etc.
The loose idea thus far is:
1 - cover route planning, creating and downloading to GPS's
2 - cover image hosting and uploading for sharing pics online and posting in forums
What will not be covered:
1 - upgrading to Windows 7
2 - any issues with Vista
3 - cheat codes for Xbox games
The idea is basically to help cover a few of the common tech-related topics we see on the forum here.
Other ideas are welcome, though be warned - if you suggest it, YOU might have to present on it!
Right now (well, this week, etc.) I'm working on securing a person from Bing Maps to come in and walk us through using the tools they have in place now. It might end up being me (or Dave maybe), depending on if Bing can get someone for us.
Both points above need to be confirmed then I'll update this thread.
[SIZE=12pt]What I need is:[/SIZE]
1 - an idea of how many people will be attending - so if you are interested, post up. With no firm date set, we can worry about THAT detail in a bit - just need to know numbers now to book the space and alert security
2 - ideas - things you'd like to see covered beyond what is noted above - don't be upset if we're not able to cover a request, but as mentioned, you're more than welcome to step up and present on your own idea if it's reasonable. (Like walking us through a review of something like a Spot tracker you have used would be reasonable.)
Attendance Counter:
sportsguy
hudson
knucklehead
happypuppy
escapefjrtist
stephen
ahchiu
mount rainier
auburnfjr
neihart
barb
fastjoyride
el camino kid
jay h
makuna
panman
harald
+1
+1
+1
+1
+1
+1
Total: 19
[SIZE=18pt]Date:[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Saturday, February 20th[/SIZE]
[SIZE=18pt]Time:[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]11:00 AM[/SIZE] (I figure it'll be somewhere between 3 - 4 hours long.)
[SIZE=18pt]Location:[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Building: REDMOND WOODS-C[/SIZE]
[SIZE=24pt]TURN at the 5600 Block[/SIZE]
148th Avenue NE
Building C
REDMOND, WA
98052, United States
You will need to wait at the main door for me to escort you inside.
Please be there on time as the first session starts at 11AM and waits for no person due to commitments the presenter has.
Redwest C-1089 for anyone with access
[SIZE=18pt]Agenda:[/SIZE]
[SIZE=12pt]1 – Microsoft Streets and Trips demo[/SIZE]
2 - Bing Maps trip planning and Garmin downloads
3 – GPS Tracking/SPOT
4 – Image Hosting & posting online
[SIZE=18pt]Door Prizes:[/SIZE]
Microsoft Streets & Trips - advanced trip planning software - looks like I have access to 5 copies, so bring your luck!
[SIZE=14pt]***Sound Rider has offered up one registration for their Sport Touring Northwest event. This is a $109 value gang, so kudos to SR for supporting our event, AND you need to be there in person on Saturday to claim the prize. If you guessed the draws will happen after the sessions, you'd be right on the money! ***[/SIZE]
$5 per person for pizza, if you fancy some kibble at this event, please.
I confirmed this week that I can book space on campus (Microsoft) that'll hold a bunch of us with projector, etc.
The loose idea thus far is:
1 - cover route planning, creating and downloading to GPS's
2 - cover image hosting and uploading for sharing pics online and posting in forums
What will not be covered:
1 - upgrading to Windows 7
2 - any issues with Vista
3 - cheat codes for Xbox games
The idea is basically to help cover a few of the common tech-related topics we see on the forum here.
Other ideas are welcome, though be warned - if you suggest it, YOU might have to present on it!
Right now (well, this week, etc.) I'm working on securing a person from Bing Maps to come in and walk us through using the tools they have in place now. It might end up being me (or Dave maybe), depending on if Bing can get someone for us.
- Targeting a Saturday on mid-Feb right now for this event.
- Targeting a space at Lincoln Square in Bellevue as well.
Both points above need to be confirmed then I'll update this thread.
[SIZE=12pt]What I need is:[/SIZE]
1 - an idea of how many people will be attending - so if you are interested, post up. With no firm date set, we can worry about THAT detail in a bit - just need to know numbers now to book the space and alert security
2 - ideas - things you'd like to see covered beyond what is noted above - don't be upset if we're not able to cover a request, but as mentioned, you're more than welcome to step up and present on your own idea if it's reasonable.
(Like walking us through a review of something like a Spot tracker you have used would be reasonable.)Attendance Counter:
sportsguy
hudson
knucklehead
happypuppy
escapefjrtist
stephen
ahchiu
auburnfjr
fastjoyride
el camino kid
jay h
makuna
panman
+1
+1
+1
+1
+1
+1
Total: 19
[SIZE=18pt]Date:[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Saturday, February 20th[/SIZE]
[SIZE=18pt]Time:[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]11:00 AM[/SIZE] (I figure it'll be somewhere between 3 - 4 hours long.)
[SIZE=18pt]Location:[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Building: REDMOND WOODS-C[/SIZE]
[SIZE=24pt]TURN at the 5600 Block[/SIZE]
148th Avenue NE
Building C
REDMOND, WA
98052, United States
You will need to wait at the main door for me to escort you inside.
Please be there on time as the first session starts at 11AM and waits for no person due to commitments the presenter has.
Redwest C-1089 for anyone with access
[SIZE=18pt]Agenda:[/SIZE]
[SIZE=12pt]1 – Microsoft Streets and Trips demo[/SIZE]
2 - Bing Maps trip planning and Garmin downloads
3 – GPS Tracking/SPOT
4 – Image Hosting & posting online
[SIZE=18pt]Door Prizes:[/SIZE]
Microsoft Streets & Trips - advanced trip planning software - looks like I have access to 5 copies, so bring your luck!
[SIZE=14pt]***Sound Rider has offered up one registration for their Sport Touring Northwest event. This is a $109 value gang, so kudos to SR for supporting our event, AND you need to be there in person on Saturday to claim the prize. If you guessed the draws will happen after the sessions, you'd be right on the money! ***[/SIZE]
$5 per person for pizza, if you fancy some kibble at this event, please.
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