<snip> --> Shankar.......is there nythin else u would like to share, or throw light on. I am gonna get the list done, with the numerouse inputs being given to me by all of u and mail it to the ML asap.
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I think that we need to do this in a very systematic and professional manner, if it is to work. Apart from needing really dedicated ppl on the job, I think we are in need of the following:
a.. Clear and well defined processes, and standards that all involved members will adhere to. (this includes mentors, students, advisors, the behind-theoscenes guys , everybody) b.. A clear statement of goals, objectives, In fact this should dictate the processes and standards laid down. c.. A medium of interaction (this will be taken care of by the PHP groupware) d.. We need to decide the roles and responsibilities of the behind-the-scenes guys. For e.g. who will do image building, who will interact with students initially till this gathers steam, who will talk to commercial companies, who will co-ordinate the whole thing. e.. Definitely a list of projects (this again has already been spoken abt by trevor). However, We need deeper project definitions, everybody. While just putting down names is fine, it would be helpful if we define project goals, scope etc right now. If we put this up on the site, we will need to be specific about all projects that we offer. We also need answers to some questions.
a.. What is the kind of projects the student community wants? In terms of what is vallid as per their courses and institutions? b.. Which will be out target institutions? We need more than IIT, VJTI and NCST. I think there would be a fair amount of linux and GNU awareness in these places.( this is an assumption- I may be wrong here) We need to throw the net farther. c.. How do we approach spreading awareness of GNU in commercial organisations? I think this is the most trickiest of all. We need a <n> point action plan. I am putting some thought to this, and I will send out a mail listing some approaches. Everybody, pls send me your imputs. I will incorporate it and send it to th ML,
I think the first bunch of points need to be finalised after we meet. The questions (the 2nd bunch of points) we will need answered now. So, luggerz, let us get cracking and come up with the answers.
- Shankar