We all know MySQL is the world's most popular open source database. As per wikipedia, MySQL is a relational database management system (RDBMS) which has more than 11 million installations. The program runs as a server providing multi-user access to a number of databases.
You can see a couple of enthusiasts (see picture) learn more about MySQL from the in-house expert, Thava.
As a FOSS.IN attendee, you would not have missed OpenSolaris 2008.11 CD that is part of the delegate kit. It is time for you to experience OpenSolaris first hand. It is a "live CD"; so, you may install the OS only if you are satisfied with the experience. We are sure you will install OpenSolaris. Obviously, OpenSolaris is free and you are encouraged to pass on the CD so that lot more people benefit from the OS. Expect some goodies once you have OpenSolaris installed on your laptop. Bring your laptop that has OpenSolaris to the Sun stall and ask for your gift. How cool is this?
We are sure you will have a great experience with OpenSolaris. So go ahead and freak out.
If you are attending the event, make sure you collect your cool delegate kit. The delegate kit consists of a FOSS mug, open software stickers, and a couple of DVDs. Latest Sun software (including OpenSolaris) is part of the delegate kit. You get to pick a nice FOSS t-shirt too at just Rs. 100/- or $2. This is half the actual price. All this in an elegant cloth bag.
Talking about the "event FOSS" itself, it would be imprudent to call it a conference. FOSS is better classified as an informal geek meetup! The only thing fixed about the event is the agenda. If you have something to share, you can always call for a BoF (or Birds of a Feather) where you can talk to individuals with similar interest. If you want to show a demo of some technology/software and think some folks would be interested, you can call for a BoF by all means. Just use the charts at the corridor and indicate the demo name near the entrance of a BoF tent. As you can see, the event is quite informal. And that adds to the charm.
The weather in Bangalore today is the best that you could have asked for. It is chill and there is a light drizzle! Inside the campus, there are snacks to much and unlimited free wi-fi. What more do geeks want?
Here is the speaker list (rather, the workout leaders) from Sun. Check the FOSS.IN website for latest information.
Quoting Srinivas Alavilli:
"...many of you know 'workouts' are the thing this year at FOSS.IN.
the idea is to work on
specific project issues/new features (and specifically not 'low hanging
fruit') with a bunch of folks who
volunteer to participate (with a laptop) - ultimately to show real
contribution"