Melbourne free software interest group
Special event
Richard Stallman, 15 Sep, Melbourne University, 5:30pm
Stallman is giving a speech titled "Education Across The Nation - Free Software in Ethics and in Practise". RSVP required, see full details.
Next discussion group
Thursday 16 Sep, State Library, 6:30 - 7:30pm
Proposed agenda: to be announced
Meet in the foyer before 6:30pm. If we've already gone in, call Ben on 0458 925 588. Bags larger than a small backpack/handbag need to go in the cloak-room ($1 charge).
Coming up
- 18 Sep: Software Freedom Day at State Library of Victoria, 11am - 4pm
- 21 Oct: Discussion group at State Library, 6:30 - 7:30pm
- 18 Nov: Discussion group at State Library, 6:30 - 7:30pm
- 16 Dec: Discussion group at State Library, 6:30 - 7:30pm
About us
The purpose of this group is:
- To connect people interested in free software issues
- A discussion group to share knowledge and experience, eg. understanding free software licensing or convincing your boss to release code under a free software license
- To support and encourage free software advocacy
- To work together on solving issues local to Australia, eg. that software by the Australian Tax Office is proprietary
We aim to fill a niche that complements GNU/Linux user groups like the Linux Users of Victoria or the Melbourne Linux Users Group You may also enjoy participating in one or both of these groups.
Mailing list
We run a low traffic mailing list. Please join the list and say hi!
Monthly discussion group
Each month (third Thursday), we choose one or more free software issues for discussion. It is a relaxed "sit around and chat" type event. No prior knowledge is expected. Hope to see you there!
For more information
For more information, please contact Ben Sturmfels <ben@softwarefreedom.com.au>.