Dos_Box Posted May 2, 2016 Posted May 2, 2016 You can view the page at http://www.edugeek.net/content.php?r=540-EduGeek-EDIT-2016-Itinerary 2
Dos_Box Posted May 2, 2016 Author Posted May 2, 2016 A quick heads-up. We have just received the car park passes and I'll post them up tomorrow for all of those who need one. 2
timbo343 Posted May 2, 2016 Posted May 2, 2016 (edited) Oooh, i do like the agenda . Ruckus (hope they mention the vSZ), smoothwall, BenQ, MS and SchollComms. @Dos_Box whats happening for those who are staying the wedneaday night? Is there an evening meal planned too? Edited May 2, 2016 by timbo343
Dos_Box Posted May 2, 2016 Author Posted May 2, 2016 Oooh, i do like the agenda . Ruckus (hope they metion the vSZ), smoothwall, BenQ, MS and SchollComms. @Dos_Box whats happening for those who are staying the wedneaday night? Is there an evening meal planned too? The Wednesday night will be quite casual and given the widely dispersed timings that people will be arriving at we may just camp out in the pub next door as well! 1
Dos_Box Posted May 2, 2016 Author Posted May 2, 2016 Will it be streamed online, again? We do plan on streaming it (barring any last min technical difficulties) and will post up details closer to the date.
elsiegee40 Posted May 3, 2016 Posted May 3, 2016 I'm surprised not to see Impero on that list. Why is that?
timbo343 Posted May 3, 2016 Posted May 3, 2016 Why is that? I thought they might have been there to explain why their software has been buggy and show us if there's anything new on the horrizon. Ive heard version 6 is on the horrizon as well as some other bits and pieces. Maybe they dont want to be bombarded with so many angry network managers
localzuk Posted May 3, 2016 Posted May 3, 2016 What are the transport options for getting from the hotel to the space center?
Dos_Box Posted May 3, 2016 Author Posted May 3, 2016 I thought they might have been there to explain why their software has been buggy and show us if there's anything new on the horrizon. Ive heard version 6 is on the horrizon as well as some other bits and pieces. Maybe they dont want to be bombarded with so many angry network managers If you've been to an EG conf before you'll know we don't allow our sessions to be sales or product pitches. We select companies to talk on their particular are of expertise in a vendor agnostic way and whilst we do allow them to use their products as examples, you can expect the information given to be pretty generic accross the spectrum of the topic area. We are also slightly limited for exhibitor space as well this year as the Space Centre has opened up certain areas that were traditionally used for exhibitions to the public as it is half term. Otherwise they would have all been under the nuclear missiles!
Dos_Box Posted May 3, 2016 Author Posted May 3, 2016 What are the transport options for getting from the hotel to the space center? Well, it's just over 2 miles by car or taxi and I'm sure there will be plenty of people willing to give you a lift as theree are many staying at the hotel. If you want to see the organised chaos that is an EDIT show setup (and have a desire to get up stupidly early) you can get a lift in with me! I'll get @ZeroHour to create an EDIT 2016 forum and we can start a car-share thread.
timbo343 Posted May 3, 2016 Posted May 3, 2016 If you've been to an EG conf before you'll know we don't allow our sessions to be sales or product pitches. We select companies to talk on their particular are of expertise in a vendor agnostic way and whilst we do allow them to use their products as examples, you can expect the information given to be pretty generic accross the spectrum of the topic area. We are also slightly limited for exhibitor space as well this year as the Space Centre has opened up certain areas that were traditionally used for exhibitions to the public as it is half term. Otherwise they would have all been under the nuclear missiles! Hahaha, very apt! Thinking back to past events, i thought smoothwall showed us what was coming in newer versions, im sure they trailed the 802.1x feature last time in preston ?? anyway it would have been nice to have them as an exhibitor at least but i understand space would be an issue, thought in a "space" center you wouldn't have thought so... :getmycoat: Looking forward to it anyway, be good to meet the usual faces and see some new ones.
Dos_Box Posted May 3, 2016 Author Posted May 3, 2016 Hahaha, very apt! Thinking back to past events, i thought smoothwall showed us what was coming in newer versions, im sure they trailed the 802.1x feature last time in preston ?? anyway it would have been nice to have them as an exhibitor at least but i understand space would be an issue, thought in a "space" center you wouldn't have thought so... :getmycoat: Looking forward to it anyway, be good to meet the usual faces and see some new ones. As event sponsor thay are allowed a little lee-way Usually we had Tom Newton talking about the latest internet threats but he had to cancel at the last minute on the last conf IIRC. As Tom has moved on now he won't be here this year but Smoothwall are due to talk about Safeguarding.
smurfomatic Posted May 5, 2016 Posted May 5, 2016 As this is my first EduGeek meet - what's the dress code? Usual half term work wear - tatty jeans and T-shirt ready for crawling into those rarely accessed areas of school? Or something slightly more formal? 1
timbo343 Posted May 5, 2016 Posted May 5, 2016 As this is my first EduGeek meet - what's the dress code? Usual half term work wear - tatty jeans and T-shirt ready for crawling into those rarely accessed areas of school? Or something slightly more formal? Suited and booted or a tux ... Only joking, its wear what ever you like. Usually just smart casual. Ill be wearing my ANME tshirt that i got for BETT. 2
smurfomatic Posted May 6, 2016 Posted May 6, 2016 Thanks Timbo - I could deploy the tux but I think I'll dress a little less formally just to be on the safe side! @Dos_Box - I can't remember if I had to request a parking pass when I signed up? If I didn't ask before I will need one!
Dos_Box Posted May 6, 2016 Author Posted May 6, 2016 Thanks Timbo - I could deploy the tux but I think I'll dress a little less formally just to be on the safe side! @Dos_Box - I can't remember if I had to request a parking pass when I signed up? If I didn't ask before I will need one! Dress as casual as you like really, jeans and t-shirt are fine. I'll be posting the parking passes up as soon as I get a few jobs cleared up. They are a 'fill-it-out-yourself' type. 1
DJ-1701 Posted May 6, 2016 Posted May 6, 2016 ...its wear what ever you like. Usually just smart casual. Ill be wearing my ANME tshirt that i got for BETT. What? I was told it was fancy dress, what am I going to do with this Mad Hatter outfit now?... In reality, thanks @smurfomatic and @timbo343 I was wondering the same thing.
Dos_Box Posted May 6, 2016 Author Posted May 6, 2016 What? I was told it was fancy dress, what am I going to do with this Mad Hatter outfit now?... In reality, thanks @smurfomatic and @timbo343 I was wondering the same thing. If only I knew where I put the fan for my Jabba the Hutt costume was (Seriously, I have one!). 1
timbo343 Posted May 6, 2016 Posted May 6, 2016 Ive got a Mario costume i could wear if someone wants tk come a luigi
mikeprice Posted May 6, 2016 Posted May 6, 2016 For the record - I will NOT becoming in fancy dress Although if anyone wants to bring their ridiculously expense light sabres for me to have a play with that will be acceptable
elsiegee40 Posted May 6, 2016 Posted May 6, 2016 (edited) Quick bump FAO all attendees. If your plans change for dining with us or attendance, can you update your EventBrite booking and/or contact me by PM please? I have badges to print and a restaurant to book We will be eating here both nights at 6pm: The Heathley Park in Leicester, Fayre & Square The menu should cater for most tastes and food intolerances. It is next door to the Premier Inn Leicester Central Edited May 6, 2016 by elsiegee40 1
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