CoP launch and repeat workshop in September

Unfortunately we did not launch the CoP at the workshop as planned, the new launch date is the 9th of September 2010 at the CSIR. Due to the success of the SAOUG workshop we will be 'repeating' the workshop for those who didn't attend, towards the end of September. The investigation is continuing, ebook readers seem to be making a lot of noise too, maybe the next post will look at that, what to consider before buying:). For now its business as usual...

SAOIM - Mobile technology workshop

On the 6th of  August 2010 we had our first South African workshop as iBala Consortium. Everything went well, Adele shared a bit on what a mobile service is and is not, what to consider before starting a mobile service. A group from CSIR's Modelling and Digital Sciences reviewed cellphone features and security - on viruses and security the tip of the day was "switch off your Bluetooth if you are not using it". Cornelle from the University of Free state demonstrated how their users use SMS to contact them. Herman switched on the lights on QR codes, what and how they can be used in a library environment, look out for them on business cards/library card in the not so distant future. Siphethile and Christelle talked about creating a .mobi site using a free service and the other using Dreamweaver. Kosie had everyone checking their bank balances and some looking for the nearest date they can have a 'birthday'; yes you'll do that too when you realise just how handy eBook readers are.