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Sysadmin Miniconf at Linux.conf.au – Christchurch – 21 January 2018

What

The linux.conf.au Systems Administration Miniconference is held as part of the official Linux.conf.au conference. Linux.conf.au is Australasia’s largest Linux conference, and attracts developers and users of free and open source software from around the globe.

The Systems Administration Miniconf focuses on tips, tricks, tools, and best practices used to manage real-world Linux environments both large and small. Attendees of this Miniconf improve their ability to manage their Linux systems environment both now and in the future, and meet others with similar goals.

An important aim is to provide talks directly useful to professional Linux administrators.

Call for Presentations

There will be a one day mini conference on Linux Systems Administration held as part of linux.conf.au 2019. LCA2019 will be held in Christchurch, New Zealand on 21 – 25 January 2019.

The organisers of the Systems Administration Miniconf would like to invite proposals for presentations to be delivered at the Miniconf. Please forward this CFP to your colleagues, peers, social networks, and other relevant mailing lists. Please help by encouraging submissions from people you would like to hear present at this Miniconf.

This is our 13th Sysadmin Miniconf at Linux.conf.au. Previous presentations can be found at the website https://sysadmin.miniconf.org/.

When and Where

9am – 5pm
Monday 21 January 2019

University of Canterbury
Christchurch

How Much

Miniconf is Free for Conference attendees

Price for all 5 days of Linux.conf.au

Professionals: $1099
Hobbyist: $549
Student: $199

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Sysadmin Miniconf
Sysadmin Miniconf Call for presentations
Main Linux.conf.au conference site

NDF2018 (National Digital Forum) Conference – Wellington – 19 – 21 November 2018

What

Registrations are now open and the detailed programme is now live for the premier digital conference for the gallery, library, archives and museums sector! Our 2018 line-up will make this NDF unmissable.

With outstanding keynotes and a whole host of speakers and workshops on offer – everything from data cleaning for non techies, managing born-digital archives, parsing parliament, GLAM data workbenches, a Wikipedian at Large… not to mention mapping stories in the residential red zone, the challenges of Chinese OCR and agile in te reo.

The National Digital Forum (NDF) is a network of people and organisations working together to enhance New Zealand’s digital interaction with culture and heritage. As a network, we connect together the people who are shaping our new digital culture, and we also work closely with museums, archives, art galleries, libraries, government, and the creative sectors to support their initiatives.

Code of Conduct

The National Digital Forum welcomes everyone to observe, participate, learn and grow together. When engaging with our community, either online, through social media, or at physical events such as the conference and workshops, we want everyone to have a good time and feel safe. Our code of conduct sets out what we should expect of each other.

When and Where

19 November 2018: Pre-conference workshops
20 & 21 November 2018: Full programme

Te Papa, Wellington

How Much

Full Registration Standard from 4 October 2018

Institutional Member $650.00
Non member $750.00
Student/Unwaged** $305.00

Day Registration

Institutional Member $355.00
Non member $405.00
Student/Unwaged**  $205.00

Conference fees and registration.

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You can view programmes and talks from our past conferences. Since 2013 talks have been available on our YouTube channel.

Linux.conf.au 2019 – Christchurch – 21 – 25 January 2019

What

Linux.conf.au (often abbreviated as lca) is Australasia’s regional Linux and Open Source conference. It is a roaming conference, held in a different city every year, coordinated by Linux Australia and organised by local volunteers.

In January 2019 Linux.conf.au will held be in Christchurch at the University of Canterbury. The conference starts out with 9 Miniconfs spread over 2 days on the 21st and 22nd of January. The remainder of the conference, from the 23th to the 25th of January, has 80 talks and 8 tutorials spread over 6 parallel tracks.

Themed Linux of Things, the 2019 linux.conf.au will again attract speakers and attendees from across the world to socialise, fraternise, lecture, listen, ask, answer and share with their peers.

The conference will explore the use of free open source software and hardware for Internet of things devices, along with security concerns, privacy and legal aspects, environmental impacts, everyday communication, health, ethics, and much more.

When and Where

21 – 25 January 2019
All Day plus evening events.

The University of Canterbury
Ilan, Christchurch

How Much

Early bird pricing till October 31st or when sold out

Professional   $1099  ( $899 early bird )
Hobbyist         $549   ( $399 early bird )
Student           $199

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Linux.conf.au 2019 Website
Schedule of talks in the main programme

TEDxAuckland – Auckland – 13 October 2018

What

In 2018, TEDxAuckland’s annual festival of ideas is returning. This year will see speakers from New Zealand and around the globe come together for a day of inspiration and connection in the heart of Auckland City.

The theme for this year’s event is Off-Piste:
– Venturing into uncharted territory.
– Going where no one has gone before.
– Exploring new and innovative ideas.

TEDxAuckland have been working hard for our like-minded community, to create a mind opening experience, celebrating new and unique ideas, local producers, and our city of Auckland.

When and Where

9am – 6pm
Saturday 13 October 2018

Shed 10,
Queens Wharf, 89 Quay St
Auckland CBD

How Much

$199 – $239 – cheaper tickets selling out first

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TEDXAuckland Website

 

Canterbury Tech Summit – Christchurch – 12 September 2018

What

The annual CanterburyTech Summit is the preeminent industry event of the year for the tech sector. This one-day conference hosts national and international speakers as well as a trade show area. The Tech Summit offers both aspirational and educational content and allows attendees to learn about new technology developments, have insight into success stories, and explore new business opportunities. The event also provides plenty of opportunity to network and share views, problems, and solutions with others working in your field.

Keynote speaker: Harold Hillman, Managing Director of Sigmoid Curve Consulting Group.

Speakers include

Pre-conference workshops

Join us for one of four workshops prior to the main conference. Our workshops provide a hands-on, deep-dive into topics including Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Innovation & team leadership. All workshops are by registration only and have limited capacity. Morning tea will be provided.

When and Where

12 September 2018
12 PM – 7 PM
Summit Schedule

9am – 11:30am Pre-conference workshops

Airforce Museum of New Zealand
45 Harvard Ave, Wigram. Christchurch, 8042

How Much

$34.50 – $402.50

Student $30+GST
Canterbury Tech Members $150 + GST
Standard $350+GST
Pre-conference Workshops: Free, $50+GST or $75+GST

Buy Tickets at http://www.techsummit.nz/

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Canterbury Tech Summit

If you’re new to the Summit, or haven’t been for a few years, see highlights of last year’s Summit in this short video: https://vimeo.com/237312167

WeTest Conference – Auckland/ Wellington – 23/25 October 2018

What

WeTest is the heart of the New Zealand software testing community. We bring together people who are passionate about testing, providing a platform for sharing ideas and learning through experience-based sessions and workshops.

The 2018 is a single day conference being held (with the same speakers) in Wellington and Auckland

When and Where

8:45am – 5pm
Wellington – Tuesday 23 October 2018
Auckland – Thursday 25 October 2018

Te Papa Tongarewa,
Te Aro,
Wellington

Cordis Auckland (ex Langham),
83 Symonds Street,
Grafton,
Auckland

How Much
$250

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WeTest 2018 Programme Overview

ScaleConf NZ 2018 – Wellington – 7 August 2018

What

Technical Conference on Software Development

Performance. Scalability. Resilience. Security. Cloud. People.

ScaleConf New Zealand is an international technical conference for those who build or maintain web systems. Audience includes developers, engineers and managers from companies of all sizes, researchers, academics, influential business decision makers, CTOs and VPs engaged in the web development and performance ecosystem.

Bringing together international and local thought-leaders, knowledge of innovators, and practitioners in development and operations. ScaleConf promises to provide plenty of networking opportunities, as well as opportunities to connect with decision makers, influencers and industry minds.

When and Where

Main Conference : 7 August  2018
Workshops & Pre-Conference Day : 6 August 2018

Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Level 2 – 55 Cable St, Wellington 6011.

How Much

Regular price: $395 + GST (ends 27 July 2018)
Late price: $490 +GST (ends 6 August 2018)
Workshops: $215 + GST
Students: $170 + GST

More

http://www.scaleconf.co.nz/2018/

Weta Workshop’s Artist Speaker Series – Wellington – 31 May 2018 (+ more)

What

Bewitched by the artistry of special effects? Immerse yourself in the Weta Workshop Artist Speaker Series!

Each month, enjoy an exclusive presentation from the artists and technicians of Weta Workshop’s many creative divisions.

From swordsmiths to costume creators, concept designers to master make-up technicians and many more, gain never-before-seen insight into their unique artistry and creative process!

Highlights:
– Meet Weta Workshop artists and technicians: Learn about their challenges and triumphs and hear their first-hand behind-the-scenes stories
– Exclusive presentation includes behind-the-scenes photos, displays, personal work, and more
– Q&A session with the artist
– Artist signings

Thursday 31st May:
Jason & Kim Docherty, Senior Prosthetics Artists
Learn how ordinary human beings are transformed into creatures, cyborgs and superhumans with Weta Workshop’s senior prosthetics technicians.

Coming up:
– 28th June: David Tremont, Senior Model Maker
– 26th July: Flo Foxworthy, Costume Technician

When and Where

Thursday 31 May 2018 (other dates above)
6pm – 7:30pm
Weta Workshop, 127 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington

How Much

$75 per evening

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Website

 

NZ Institute of Surveyors Conference – Nelson – 17-19th May

What

The Surveying and Spatial profession aspires to build a better world for future generations. We are ambitious and experiencing profound and diverse changes in data capture and utilisation, and this is what we do. Showcasing projects and connecting members with the skills they need is what this conference is about.

Ambitious – We look at the big environmental picture and strive to make the world a better place while applying best practice.

Diverse – Our strength is in skills covering many sectors, crossing boundaries from traditional to cutting edge spatial aspects of technology advancement.

Connected – Deeply connected through spatial information, grounded through measurement of land and ownership by people.

Where and When

17-19th May 2018
Rutherford Hotel – 27 Nile St W, Nelson, 701

How Much

$845
$150
$995
Day registration available

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The 129th NZIS Conference 2018

The Digital Workplace Conference – Auckland – 1-2 May 2018

What

This is the 10th year for The Digital Workplace Conference (previously the SharePoint Conference) in New Zealand. We continue to grow and develop the services we offer, supported always by our innovative sponsors and professional international and local speakers

When and Where

1-2 May 2018
Cordis Hotel (was the Langham), Symonds Street, Auckland

How much

Two Days: $1050 +GST
One Day: $550 + GST

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Website