SFD06 reports

[David J Patrick]

here's mine;

After their initial meeting at linuxcaffe, the ubuntu Toronto group,
decided that it was worth scrambling to try and make an impact for
Software Freedom Day. I think they were all a bit surprised with how
well they did! The wheels lurched into motion, ubuntu wikis were
utilized, a Google group was created, and the #ubuntu-ca irc channel
began to hum with planning activity. In one week, a venue was secured,
CDs amassed, inserts and pamphlets written, laid out and printed, and
a considerable troupe of volunteers co-ordinated to spread the word.
On the morning of the 16th, the plans were put into action. The net
result; hundreds of people got a warm, enthusiastic one-on-one, and
left with either a shiny new CD or a pamphlet. Around a dozen of the
most curious were treated to a professional grade demonstration,
including popular applications, system navigation and themes. I only
caught Hannas talk, but it was bright, clear and enthusiastic. In a
word; persuasive ! In the background, Jamon had the projector
delivering examples like magic.
The ubuntu-toronto team was impressive. Hard work went into planning,
prep and execution and for a group that had never done this before,
they pulled it off with flying colours.
A hearty congratulations for a job well done.
I can't wait for the next one !
David J Patrick
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