Re: [Debconf-team] Plan to organise a one-day workshop pre-DebConf
Bernelle,
On 16/07/15 15:48, Bernelle Verster wrote:
> Stating explicitly that this is independent is needed, just to cover
> bases. On the other hand I see no problem with it being associated
> with DebConf. It's Debian associated, and a conference-related
> activity.
Indeed, and that's why I see a problem. If it is debconf-related and
debian-associated, then it should be organised and approved the the
DebConf orga.
> Why is the fee required? Obviously to cover costs, but seen from the
> outside - how does it justify it in terms of DebConf? I would imagine
> that businesses would want a different setup, perhaps confidential and
> this would imply a cost?? Otherwise just to select against people
> 'just showing up'?
I don't know. This has not been explained or discussed. I know I would
have argued for a much lower fee, and made it optional so small
businesses and non-profits could participate too.
> This would have been better received if it was communicated in detail
> to the wider team earlier - which we should address for future cases.
Exactly, this situation is what is tainting it fatally.
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Martín Ferrari (Tincho)
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