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The workshop logo was created by Esther Eberwijn

Netlabs Developers Workshop 2007 7 & 8 July Amsterdam, The Netherlands

This page is dedicated to the OS/2, eComStation and Voyager Developers Workshop 2007!

News

15-05-2007: The first 3 presentations are now listed with detailed information; Added two hotels
08-05-2007: Added the first presentations
08-04-2007: Sent out a message with ticket information and how to submit presentations
29-03-2007: Added registration info

What

Like the years before, the workshop will be a great mix of information exchange between developers and translators from all over the world. They can be present on location or online. It is cool to meet developers in real life to match faces to nicknames! This makes working online later easier and more fun as well.

Both days will have seven sessions of 45 minutes each. Starting at 9:00 AM and ending at 17:00 PM.
We are currently talking to various developers to get the sessions filled with high quality content.
So keep this page monitored to have the latest information! The final schedule will be posted soon.
If you have not been contacted yet while you have an interesting subject to present about, then please contact us via mail at: developersworkshop@netlabs.org

Topics

Currently we have the following topics arranged already:

Introduction into NOM (Netlabs Object Model)
Utilizing multi core processors with multiple threads
Voyager Resources
A Freely Programmable USB-Interface for eCS - Focussing on the DLP-USB245M
- Uwe Hinz, OS/2 User Group Dresden
- The presentation shows a possible way to overcome the barrier of missing USB-Drivers for eCS. Instead of programming one particular driver for a particular USB device, it will be explained how the already existing driver 'usbedc10.sys' by Wim Brul can do the job easily. Together with the famous USB-Interface Modul DLB-USB245M and a Microcontroller (MCU) the presentation will show how to build USB devices for eCS that can do digital I/O, analog I/O and a number of tasks in the world of Data Acquisition and Control (DAC). Two working examples written in VXREXX will be presented and some details about the USB protocol will be mentioned as well.
How to create popular software products for eComStation
- Eugene Gorbunoff, eCo Software
  - 100 tricks and tips
  - How to select a project
  - What do users need
  - How to organize work
  - How to collaborate with other developers
  - How to survive on eCS market
eComStation User Interface
- Eugene Gorbunoff, eCo Software
  - Advantages and disadvantages
  - New control elements, libraries and templates
  - The future of eComStation UI

Costs

Workshop

This event is a great gathering and is being organized for the third time now by volunteers. We try to keep costs as low as possible, but we can't make it for free, unless you are a student!

To make registration and payments easy and flexible you can use the Mensys system for this.

The following options are available:

netlabs.org Developers Workshop 2007, Saturday and Sunday: 45 Euro
netlabs.org Developers Workshop 2007, one day: 25 Euro
netlabs.org Developers Workshop 2007, students: Free

Lunch

Each day a lunch buffet will be provided on the location. This will cost about 12,- Euro per meal (without beverages), to be paid at the location.

Where

After Dresden (Germany) and Biel (Swiss), this years edition will be held in the beautiful and famous city of Amsterdam in The Netherlands.
As this city has many great things to offer, besides this workshop of course, if might be wise to extend your visit with some extra days! Then you can explore the many gems that can be found in this city. Take a look at the Tourist Information site to fill your agenda.

The event location will be: Cultural center Griffioen of the VU Amsterdam. This university is also the seat of Dr. Andrew Tannebaum.

It is located on the border of Amsterdam and Amstelveen, but it is very easy to reach from the city center!
Here is some more information on the location itself, but it is in Dutch only: http://www.vu.nl/Organisatie/index.cfm/home_subsection.cfm/subsectionid/9DB86C70-F9C7-4704-8C9D9ED46EEDB063

Sleeping

As Amsterdam is still a tourist magnet it is wise to arrange your ho(s)tel early!
The same accounts for cheap flights, which are available from many international airports.

Cheap but good

For a cheap, but good quality, hostel look at:
http://www.stayokay.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Herbergen.showHomeHB&lng=2&id=3

This one is located on the edge of the city center, and close to the stops of tram line 5.
Not practical when you come by car!

Handy hotel

If you travel by car, the following hotel might be of interest:

Bastion Hotel Amsterdam/Centrum-Zuidwest: http://www.bastionhotels.nl/en/ourhotels/amsterdamzuidwest/

Other ho(s)tels

If you are looking for other hotels or hostels, try to find one close to tram line 5 or 51 as that makes traveling to the location very easy! And cheap, as most hotels might have free/cheap parking.

Note: When looking for hotels in Amsterdam, We came across two hotels that are located close to the station Amsterdam - Zuid. We have no further information about the hotels, but we thought they should be listed here:

Novotel Amsterdam [1]
Holiday Inn Amsteerdam [2]

Getting there

There are many ways that lead to Amsterdam:

By train

The event location is close to station 'Amsterdam - Zuid'. If you travel with an international train you need to transfer at 'Amsterdam - Duivendrecht'. Otherwise it might be easier to go to 'Amsterdam - Centraal' and take one of two direct trams from there (line 5 and 51).
More information about train connections can be found at the Nederlandse Spoorwegen site.

By plane

There is an enormous amount of airlines flying to 'Amsterdam International Airport Schiphol'. So it should be possible to get there at reasonable prices, so book your tickets early! The airport is one stop away by train ('Amsterdam - Zuid'). Be sure NOT to travel into the direction of 'Amsterdam - Centraal'
More information about arriving by plane can be found at the Schiphol site.

= By car

Although there is plenty of free parking space near the event, be aware that parking is expensive and that there are high fines on not paying if you stay in the city of Amsterdam !!.
From all directions: travel to 'Ring A10' and take exit 'VU Hospital'. More precise directions will follow soon.

Hope to see you all there! Developer Workshop Team

This page is under construction. If you are looking for information which is not listed yet or have information that might be of interest to others then please mail us at: developersworkshop@netlabs.org

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-=== Netlabs Developers Workshop 2007 7 & 8 July Amsterdam, Holland===
+=== Netlabs Developers Workshop 2007 7 & 8 July Amsterdam, The Netherlands===
-This page is dedicated to the OS/2 and eComStation Developers Workshop 2007!
+This page is dedicated to the ''OS/2'', ''eComStation'' and ''Voyager''  [[Developers Workshop]] 2007!
-== News Items==
+== News==
 -05-2007: The first 3 presentations are now listed with detailed information; Added two hotels<br>
 -05-2007: Added the first presentations<br>
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 -03-2007: Added registration info
-== Registration==
+== What==
-The registration is open at [http://www.mensys.net/DeveloperWorkshop2007/ Mensys] now, we provide the following tickets:
-* netlabs.org Developers Workshop 2007, Saturday and Sunday: 45 Euro
+Like the years before, the workshop will be a '''great mix''' of information exchange between ''developers'' and ''translators'' from all over the world. They can be present on [[location]] or [[online]].
-* netlabs.org Developers Workshop 2007, one day: 25 Euro
+It is cool to meet developers in real life to match faces to nicknames! This makes working online later easier and more fun as well.
-* netlabs.org Developers Workshop 2007, students: Free
-You can register at http://www.mensys.net/DeveloperWorkshop2007/
+Both days will have seven sessions of 45 minutes each. Starting at 9:00 AM and ending at 17:00 PM.
+<br>We are currently talking to various developers to get the sessions filled with high quality content.
+<br>So keep this page monitored to have the latest information! The final schedule will be posted soon.
+<br>If you have not been contacted yet while you have an interesting subject to present about, then please contact us via mail at: '''developersworkshop@netlabs.org'''
-== Workshop Program ==
+=== Topics ===
-We are talking to some speakers, with interesting subjects to be presented. There is no schedule yet.
+Currently we have the following topics arranged already:
-If you are interested in speaking please mail to: developersworkshop@netlabs.org
-There will be 7 sessions of 45 minutes each day, starting at 9:00 and ending at 17:00
+* '''Introduction into NOM''' (Netlabs Object Model)
+* '''Utilizing multi core processors with multiple threads'''
-=== Topics ===
+* '''Voyager Resources'''
-We already have some topics for the workshop:
-* Introduction into NOM
-* Utilizing multi core processors with multiple threads
-* Voyager Resources
 * '''A Freely Programmable USB-Interface for eCS - Focussing on the DLP-USB245M'''
 ** ''Uwe Hinz,  OS/2 User Group Dresden''
-**The presentation shows a possible way to overcome the barrier of missing USB-Drivers for eCS. Instead of programming one particular driver for a particular USB device, it will be explained how the already existing driver 'usbedc10.sys' by  Wim Brul  can do the job easily. Together with the famous USB-Interface Modul DLB-USB245M and a Microcontroller (MCU) the presentation will show how to build USB devices for eCS that can do digital I/O, analog I/O and a number of tasks of the world of Data Acquisition and Control (DAC). Two working examples written in VXREXX will be presented and some details of the USB protocol will be mentioned as well.
+** The presentation shows a possible way to overcome the barrier of missing USB-Drivers for eCS. Instead of programming one particular driver for a particular USB device, it will be explained how the already existing driver 'usbedc10.sys' by  Wim Brul can do the job easily. Together with the famous USB-Interface Modul DLB-USB245M and a Microcontroller (MCU) the presentation will show how to build USB devices for eCS that can do digital I/O, analog I/O and a number of tasks in the world of Data Acquisition and Control (DAC). Two working examples written in VXREXX will be presented and some details about the USB protocol will be mentioned as well.
 * '''How to create popular software products for eComStation'''
 ** ''Eugene Gorbunoff, eCo Software''
-** 100 tricks and tips; how to select project, what do users need, how to organize work; how to collaborate with other developers. how to survive on eCS market;
+*** 100 tricks and tips
+*** How to select a project
+*** What do users need
+*** How to organize work
+*** How to collaborate with other developers
+*** How to survive on eCS market
 * '''eComStation User Interface'''
 ** ''Eugene Gorbunoff, eCo Software''
-** Advantages and disadvantages; new control elements, libraries and templates; The future of eComStation UI.
+*** Advantages and disadvantages
+*** New control elements, libraries and templates
+*** The future of eComStation UI
+== Costs==
+=== Workshop===
+This event is a great gathering and is being organized for the third time now by volunteers. We try to keep costs as low as possible, but we can't make it for free, unless you are a student!
+<br>To make registration and payments easy and flexible you can use the
+[http://www.mensys.net/DeveloperWorkshop2007/ Mensys] system for this.
+<br>The following options are available:
+* netlabs.org Developers Workshop 2007, Saturday and Sunday: '''45 Euro'''
+* netlabs.org Developers Workshop 2007, one day: '''25 Euro'''
+* netlabs.org Developers Workshop 2007, students: '''Free'''
 === Lunch ===
-During the two days of the workshop we arranged a lunch buffet, to be payed at the location, it will be around 12,- Euro excluding beverages.
+Each day a lunch buffet will be provided on the location. This will cost about '''12,- Euro''' per meal (without beverages), to be paid at the location.
-== Workshop Location ==
+== Where ==
-This years edition will be held in the beautiful and famous city of Amsterdam in Holland.
+After Dresden (Germany) and Biel (Swiss), this years edition will be held in the beautiful and famous city of '''Amsterdam''' in '''The Netherlands'''.
-I won't comment on some of the more well known attractions of this city, but if you have the time, I would advise you to at least spent a day there, when you are in Holland anyway!
+<br>As this city has ''many great things'' to offer, besides this workshop of course, if might be wise to extend your visit with some extra days! Then you can explore the many gems that can be found in this city. Take a look at the [http://www.iamsterdam.com/ Tourist Information] site to fill your agenda.
-The event location will be:
+<br>The event location will be:
-Cultural center Griffioen of the VU Amsterdam.
+'''Cultural center Griffioen''' of the [http://www.vuamsterdam.com//home/index.cfm VU Amsterdam].
-It is related to the VU university of Amsterdam, the seat of Dr. Andrew Tannebaum.
+This university is also the seat of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_S._Tanenbaum Dr. Andrew Tannebaum].
-It is located at the border of Amsterdam and Amstelveen, but it is very easy to reach from the city center.
+<br>It is located on the border of Amsterdam and Amstelveen, but it is '''very easy''' to '''reach''' from the city center!
+<br>Here is some more information on the location itself, but it is in ''Dutch'' only:
 http://www.vu.nl/Organisatie/index.cfm/home_subsection.cfm/subsectionid/9DB86C70-F9C7-4704-8C9D9ED46EEDB063
-=== Accomodation ===
+== Sleeping ==
-Please do not wait too long before booking a hotel or hostel, Amsterdam is still a tourist magnet!
+As Amsterdam is still a '''tourist magnet''' it is wise to arrange your ho(s)tel [[early]]!
+<br>The same accounts for cheap flights, which are available from many international airports.
+=== Cheap but good===
 For a cheap, but good quality, hostel look at:<br>
 http://www.stayokay.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Herbergen.showHomeHB&lng=2&id=3
-This one is located on the edge of the city center, and close to the stops of tram line 5.
+This one is located on the edge of the city center, and close to the stops of [[tram line 5]].
+<br>''Not practical when you come by car!''
+<br>
+=== Handy hotel ===
+If you travel by '''car''', the following hotel might be of interest:
+* '''Bastion Hotel Amsterdam/Centrum-Zuidwest''': http://www.bastionhotels.nl/en/ourhotels/amsterdamzuidwest/
 <br><br>
-If you travel by car, the following hotel may be of interest to you, the Bastion Hotel Amsterdam/Centrum-Zuidwest:<br>
-http://www.bastionhotels.nl/en/ourhotels/amsterdamzuidwest/
-<br><br>
-If you are looking for other hotels or hostels, being close to tram line 5 or 51 makes traveling to the location very easy!
-Note: When looking for hotels in Amsterdam, I came across two hotels that are located close to the station Amsterdam - Zuid. I have no further information about the hotels, but I thought they should be listed here:<br>
+=== Other ho(s)tels===
-Novotel Amsterdam [http://www.novotel.com/novotel/fichehotel/de/nov/0515/fiche_hotel.shtml]<br>
+If you are looking for other hotels or hostels, try to find one close to [[tram line 5 or 51]] as that makes traveling to the location '''very easy'''! And cheap, as most hotels might have free/cheap parking.
-Holiday Inn Amsteerdam [http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/6c/394/de/hd/amsnt]
+'''Note:''' When looking for hotels in Amsterdam, We came across two hotels that are located close to the station Amsterdam - Zuid. We have no further information about the hotels, but we thought they should be listed here:<br>
+* '''Novotel Amsterdam''' [http://www.novotel.com/novotel/fichehotel/de/nov/0515/fiche_hotel.shtml]<br>
+* '''Holiday Inn Amsteerdam''' [http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/6c/394/de/hd/amsnt]
+== Getting there==
+There are many ways that lead to Amsterdam:
+=== By train===
+The event location is close to station ''''Amsterdam - Zuid''''. If you travel with an international train you need to transfer at ''''Amsterdam - Duivendrecht''''. Otherwise it might be easier to go to ''''Amsterdam - Centraal'''' and take one of two direct trams from there ([[line 5 and 51]]).
+<br>More information about train connections can be found at the [http://ns.nl/servlet/Satellite?cid=1075985690180&pagename=www.ns.nl%2FPage%2FSuperHomepageEnglish&lang=en&c=Page Nederlandse Spoorwegen] site.
-=== How to reach the workshop ===
+=== By plane===
-'''By train:'''
+There is an enormous amount of airlines flying to ''''Amsterdam International Airport Schiphol''''. So it should be possible to get there at ''reasonable prices'', so book your tickets early! The airport is one stop away by train (''''Amsterdam - Zuid''''). Be sure '''NOT''' to travel into the direction of ''''Amsterdam - Centraal''''
+<br>More information about arriving by plane can be found at the [http://schiphol.nl/home/Index.jsp;jsessionid=GKFNHKTzJL3JX1LyNQ6QMVLWH!2089105939?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395729236&bmLocale=en&GENERIC%3C%3EclientGenericEvent=Changed+locale+to+en&GENERIC%3C%3EeventType=Locale&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=1408474395729236&VIRTUAL_TEMPLATE%3C%3Evt_id=10134198673795849&bmForm=log_client_generic_event&bmFormID=1179256269064&bmUID=1179256269064 Schiphol] site.
-The event is close to station 'Amsterdam - Zuid'. If you travel with an international train you need to transfer at 'Amsterdam Duivendrecht', there are 2 direct trams from 'Amsterdam - Centraal', line 5 and 51.
+==== By car===
-'''By plane:'''
+Although there is ''plenty'' of [[free parking]] space '''near''' the event, be aware that parking is '''expensive''' and that there are '''high fines''' on ''not'' paying if you stay in the city of Amsterdam !!.
+<br>From all directions: travel to 'Ring A10' and take exit 'VU Hospital'. More precise directions will follow soon.
-Travel to 'Amsterdam Airport Schiphol' there is an enormous amount of airlines flying there. So it should be possible to get there at a reasonable price. The airport is one stop away with the train. Be sure '''NOT''' to travel into the direction of 'Amsterdam Centraal'
-'''By car:'''
+'''Hope to see you all there!'''
+''Developer Workshop Team''
-Although there is plenty of free parking space '''near''' the event, be aware that parking is '''expensive''' and that there are '''high fines''' on ''not'' paying if you stay in the city of Amsterdam !!.
+<br>This page is under construction. If you are looking for information which is not listed yet or have information that might be of interest to others then please mail us at: '''developersworkshop@netlabs.org'''
-From all directions: travel to the 'Ring A10' and take exit 'VU Hospital'. More precise directions will follow soon.