Re: Crazy Idea: debian developer conference
Steve Greenland wrote:
> > I'm figuring around $700 per developer, for plane fare and
> > lodging.
>
> That seems low, but if you've actually looked up some prices, I won't
> argue.
I haven't, what's your guestimate?
> Something you might consider is that colleges and universities often
> rent out dorm rooms in the summer. It wouldn't be plush, of course, but
> you'd probably be able to get a decent choice of facilities, and high
> bandwidth net connections for free or cheap. Speaking for myself, I'd
> gladly stay in a dorm room if that made the event feasible, or made it
> possible more more people to attend.
Neat idea.
> > Is this idea worth pursuing?
>
> It's a neat idea, and I'd sure like to meet my fellow Debianers, but
> I doubt you'll get anybody to pay for it.
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