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July 2010 Newsletter
| 07/31/2010 |
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PyOhio 2010 |
8:00 AM
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PyOhio is an annual conference for Python programmers and those
interested in Python. PyOhio 2010, the third annual conference, will
take place July 31 - August 1, 2010 at Ohio State University's Ohio
Union. Two optional days of development sprints (August 2 - 3) will
follow the main conference.
There are 21 scheduled talks, but just as (or more) important are the
BoF (Birds of a Feather) discussions, the lightning talks, and all the
sharing, helping, and networking that goes on.
You can see the talks and more information at the PyOhio website:
http://www.pyohio.org/
The conference is free, but we'd like to know if you are coming so
that we can plan space appropriately. Please register here:
http://pyohio2010.eventbrite.com/
It should be a great conference!
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| 08/03/2010 |
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VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage Class at Platform Lab |
9:00 AM
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Dates
August 3rd - August 6th
Overview
This hands-on training course explores installation, configuration, and management of VMware® vSphere™, which consists of VMware ESXi/ESX™ and VMware vCenter™ Server. Upon completion of this course, you can take the examination to become a VMware Certified Professional. The course is based on ESXi 4.0, ESX 4.0, and vCenter Server 4.0.
Students who complete this course may enroll in any of several more-advanced vSphere courses. See www.vmware.com/education for options.
Objectives
• Install and configure ESX
• Install and configure vCenter Server
• Configure and manage ESX networking and storage using vCenter Server
• Deploy and manage virtual machines
• Manage user access to the VMware infrastructure
• Increase scalability using vCenter Server
• Monitor resource usage using vCenter Server
• Apply patches using VMware vCenter Update Manager
• Manage higher availability and data protection using vCenter Server
• Best practices and lab exercises are interspersed throughout the course.
Course Datasheet
Course Registration
Platform Lab Hotels
Platform Lab hosts numerous VMWare training classes, most are taught by one of VMware's preferred national trainers, J.D. Corder.
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| 08/04/2010 |
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Scioto Ridge Job Networking Group |
6:30 PM
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Professional job networking group for mid career professionals helping you to expand your network of professional business contacts. We connect you to other SRJNG members who are in job transition and can become part of your personal support group. Members are notified of job openings from other members, speakers, recruiters, and HR professionals. SRJNG strives to provide its members with a motivational, inspirational, and devotional influence in their life.
Cost:
%5.00 cost/or per chapter meeting; $10 per month membership.
For more information and registration information, please click here.
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| 08/12/2010 |
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VMware Users Group - Public Sector |
9:00 AM
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This event, previously scheduled for August 5th, has been moved to August 12th.
This quarterly VMware Users Group focuses on the public sector.
This is a great opportunity to meet with your peers to discuss virtualization trends, best practices and the latest technology.
Register Today to join us for this free informative event. Space is limited, so respond as soon as possible to reserve your seat.
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| 08/12/2010 |
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iPad: Essential Tool for Business or Pleasure |
10:30 AM
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Some of us are a little too connected these days but for those of us who need to be able to work from almost any location and at any time the iPad provides the functionality for a professional to perform many of their basic tasks This session will focus on the myths and the realities of using the iPad for business, like getting work done in the middle seat in coach on a cross country flight while the person in front of you has their seat at full recline, as well as other topics such as:
- The difference between iPad, iPod Touch and iPhone
- iPad "Essential Apps for Business"
- Social Media and iPad
- How the iPad is different from a laptop
- fun ways to use the iPad
This event is offered FREE and open to the public!
SPEAKER
Anthony Trippe is Director of IP Analytics and joined 3LP Advisors in 2008. Previous to 3LP Advisors Anthony was Sr. Innovation Manager at CAS where he was responsible for creating new product ideas around the areas of chemical, life sciences and patent information. Mr. Trippe has a long history of working in the patent information field and has been a sought after speaker for many years on the topic of patent analysis and visualization. He has a background in organic chemistry, and received a Master's degree in synthetic organic chemistry.
For more information, or to register for this even, please click here.
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| 08/17/2010 |
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Central Ohio VMware Users Group |
9:00 AM
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Please join us for the upcoming Central Ohio VMware User Group meeting Tuesday, August 17th.
This is a great opportunity to meet with your peers to discuss virtualization trends, best practices and the latest technology.
Register Today to join us for this free informative event. Space is limited, so respond as soon as possible to reserve your seat.
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| 08/17/2010 |
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Android Columbus Expo |
5:30 PM
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Let's cultivate the mobile business and innovation in Columbus. Android Columbus group is moving forward to be part of the mobile community connecting enthusiasts, entrepreneurs and developers in Android.
REGISTRATION
Tuesday August 17, 2010 at 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
TechColumbus, 1275 Kinnear Road, Columbus, Ohio 43212
This event is FREE for general admission.
However, please also feel free to take the opportunity to support the Android Development Community in Columbus monetarily by buying $25 (Silver) or $50 (Gold) tickets.
Agenda
5:30-6:00pm Networking
6:00-6:30pm Featured Speaker Presentation on Mobile Business Opportunity (Mobile Payment and How to capitalize on your Mobile Innovation).
Featured Speaker: Scott Gamble
Scott is the Co-Founder and Organizer at Central Ohio Mobile Monday and the Senior Director, Digital Marketing Capabilities at Alliance Data
Scott is digital marketing and retail payments industry executive with extensive experience in technology, marketing and product development. Currently focused on developing and deploying emerging technologies at Alliance Data - a leading provider of transaction-based loyalty and marketing solutions. Extensive experience in development of mobile commerce, payments and marketing capabilities.
Scott's specialties include: Innovation. Mobile marketing, payments and commerce. Strategic business development. New client relationship development and management. New entity creation. Payments industry. Legal and compliance. Electronic commerce.
6:30-7:00pm Mobile App Demo/Company Showcase
- ChumpDump
- eProximity
- eEvent
- more to come..
PLEASE email me ASAP if you would like to showcase your Android App: andisie777@gmail.com
Please also feel free to take the opportunity to support the Android Development Community in Columbus monetarily by buying $25 (Silver) or $50 (Gold) tickets.
For more information, or to register, please click here.
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| 08/18/2010 |
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Ohio Web Leaders |
8:00 AM
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The Ohio Web Leaders (OWL) is an innovative group of marketing professionals located in Ohio who have a passion for helping businesses use the Web to drive their growth. By forming OWL and bringing similar professionals together with similar goals, we can learn and network with one another.
For more information on OWL, please visit their website.
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| 08/19/2010 |
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TechColumbus New Member Mixer |
5:30 PM
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OPEN TO ALL TECHCOLUMBUS MEMBERS - SPOTLIGHT YOUR COMPANY. At this informal networking event, you will meet new TechColumbus members, learn more about opportunities available to you as a member of TechColumbus, and discover ways in which to expand your network within the community. You will have the opportunity to introduce yourself and your company to the group.
Join us in welcoming our new members and network with some of our current members. We hope you will join us as we connect, learn, and grow.
5:30pm-6pm: Networking
6pm-7pm: TechColumbus presentations and attendee introductions
7pm-7:30pm: Networking and Tours of TechColumbus
Hors d' oeuvres and beverages will be served.
This event is only open to current employees of Techcolumbus member companies.
There is no charge for this event, but registration is required.
For more information, or to register for this event, please click here.
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| 08/26/2010 |
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Technology-based Business Innovation - City of Gahanna |
5:30 PM
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The City of Gahanna Department of Planning & Development and TechColumbus invite you to join us for a free networking mixer featuring resources and techniques to grow your business through technology-based business innovation. To showcase the technology resources and the innovation that is occurring in Gahanna, the event will take place at People to My Site and will provide you with useful tools for integrating technology into your everyday operations and increasing your client base, productivity, and efficiency.
People to My Site is a fully-integrated, full-service marketing organization headquartered in Gahanna. PTMS offers a depth of internet, marketing, sales, design, and development experience and was a 2008 and 2009 recipient of the Columbus Business First's Fast Fifty Award. During this event, Jennifer Ridenour, PTMS CEO, will share valuable insight on building a technology-based business in Gahanna and suggestions on how to best utilize internet marketing to advance your business.
TechStart, Central Ohio's Entrepreneurial Signature Program, is led by TechColumbus and supported financially by Ohio's Third Frontier Program and eighteen local partners. It provides early stage funding and mentoring assistance to entrepreneurs with promising tech businesses throughout 15 counties of Central Ohio. Representatives will provide information on program offerings, applicant eligibility, funds available and schedules for all available resources.
The Department of Planning & Development manages the City of Gahanna’s business attraction, retention, and expansion activities. The Department is organized to provide a one-stop resource center for doing business in Gahanna.
This event is for current and future entrepreneurs, government officials, community leaders and resource providers. Attendees will have an opportunity to network with others and learn about resources available through the City of Gahanna and the TechColumbus TechStart program.
The event is free but registration is required
Thank you to our event host: People to My Site
For more information, or to register, please click here.
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| 08/30/2010 |
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VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage Class at Platform Lab |
9:00 AM
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Dates
August 30th - September 3rd
Overview
This hands-on training course explores installation, configuration, and management of VMware® vSphere™, which consists of VMware ESXi/ESX™ and VMware vCenter™ Server. Upon completion of this course, you can take the examination to become a VMware Certified Professional. The course is based on ESXi 4.0, ESX 4.0, and vCenter Server 4.0.
Students who complete this course may enroll in any of several more-advanced vSphere courses. See www.vmware.com/education for options.
Objectives
• Install and configure ESX
• Install and configure vCenter Server
• Configure and manage ESX networking and storage using vCenter Server
• Deploy and manage virtual machines
• Manage user access to the VMware infrastructure
• Increase scalability using vCenter Server
• Monitor resource usage using vCenter Server
• Apply patches using VMware vCenter Update Manager
• Manage higher availability and data protection using vCenter Server
• Best practices and lab exercises are interspersed throughout the course.
Course Datasheet
Course Registration
Platform Lab Hotels
Platform Lab hosts numerous VMWare training classes, most are taught by one of VMware's preferred national trainers, J.D. Corder.
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| 09/20/2010 |
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VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage Class at Platform Lab |
8:00 AM
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Dates
September 20th - September 24th
Overview
This hands-on training course explores installation, configuration, and management of VMware® vSphere™, which consists of VMware ESXi/ESX™ and VMware vCenter™ Server. Upon completion of this course, you can take the examination to become a VMware Certified Professional. The course is based on ESXi 4.0, ESX 4.0, and vCenter Server 4.0.
Students who complete this course may enroll in any of several more-advanced vSphere courses. See www.vmware.com/education for options.
Objectives
• Install and configure ESX
• Install and configure vCenter Server
• Configure and manage ESX networking and storage using vCenter Server
• Deploy and manage virtual machines
• Manage user access to the VMware infrastructure
• Increase scalability using vCenter Server
• Monitor resource usage using vCenter Server
• Apply patches using VMware vCenter Update Manager
• Manage higher availability and data protection using vCenter Server
• Best practices and lab exercises are interspersed throughout the course.
Course Datasheet
Course Registration
Platform Lab Hotels
Platform Lab hosts numerous VMWare training classes, most are taught by one of VMware's preferred national trainers, J.D. Corder.
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| 09/23/2010 |
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2010 Business Continuity Seminar |
8:00 AM
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Is Your Business Prepared for When “What if” Becomes “What now?”
You can’t predict when or how an emergency situation will affect your business. Whether your organization is large or small, a solid business continuity plan is a necessity to best handle business interruptions.
Natural disasters represent only 1% of all serious business interruptions. The rest are due to market forces, humanly generated problems, terrorism, and secondary infrastructure failure resulting from a primary disaster.
Cost $39 Each participant will receive a copy of the Guide to Business Continuity Planning CD (a $50 value).
Pre-registration is required: 216.431.3076
Visit www.redcross-cleveland.org
for 2011 dates and other upcoming events.
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