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Volunteer Technologist

By: Gene Liverman
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  • Many who are technically inclined voluntarily put their skills to use outside of their primary job. Come explore the variety of ways people freely give of their technical skill and the technologies involved.
    © 2024 Volunteer Technologist
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Episodes
  • Community Health Through CHAOSS with Anita Ihuman

    Community Health Through CHAOSS with Anita Ihuman
    Apr 1 2024
    In this episode, I have a conversation with Anita Ihuman, a developer advocate and technical writer in Nigeria. Anita shares her experiences and insights from her volunteer work in open source communities, particularly her involvement in the CHAOSS and Layer 5 communities. We dive into Anita's contributions to community management, onboarding, documentation, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. She highlights the importance of these efforts in creating welcoming and inclusive spaces for all contributors. Anita also discusses her experiences working with geographically diverse projects and the challenges and opportunities they present. Lastly, we explore the role of research in showcasing the impact of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Join us as we learn from Anita's journey and gain valuable insights into the world of open source communities.

    Links:
    • https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-ihuman
    • https://badging.chaoss.community/project-badging
    • https://chaoss.community
    • https://podcast.chaoss.community
    • https://fosstodon.org/@chaoss
    • https://github.com/chaoss/Chaoss-Africa
    • https://twitter.com/chaoss_africa
    • https://layer5.io/community/meshmates
    • https://layer5.io/cloud-native-management/meshery
    • https://sustainoss.org




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    You can find me on Mastodon at podcastindex.social/@volunteertechnologist You can also reach me via volunteertechnologist.com/contact/

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    23 mins
  • Uncovering the Stories Behind Memorial Benches with Terrence Eden

    Uncovering the Stories Behind Memorial Benches with Terrence Eden
    Mar 1 2024

    In this episode, Terence Eden talks about his project OpenBenches, which aims to create a database of memorial benches around the world. He discusses how the project started, the challenges they faced, and the impact it has had. Terence also shares his thoughts on gamification and the future of mapping with OpenStreetMap and the Fediverse.

    Links:

    • Tracey_Emin (artist)
    • Google Cloud Vision
    • Ancestry.com
    • Find a Grave
    • Street Complete app for Android
    • WordPress ActivityPub Plugin
    • Terence's blog: shkspr.mobi
    • Find or contact Terence: edent.tel


    Support the show via Buy Me a Coffee

    Send a boost with a new podcast app such as Fountain or via conshax.app/support/volunteertechnologist

    See all the ways to contribute, and what producing this podcast costs, at volunteertechnologist.com/contribute/

    You can find me on Mastodon at podcastindex.social/@volunteertechnologist You can also reach me via volunteertechnologist.com/contact/

    Visit volunteertechnologist.com for show notes, transcripts, or more information.
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    23 mins
  • Behind-The-Scenes of Video Production at Dragon Con and MomoCon with Dimitri Tarassenko

    Behind-The-Scenes of Video Production at Dragon Con and MomoCon with Dimitri Tarassenko
    Dec 1 2023
    Prepare to step into the world of Dragon Con and MomoCon, two multi-genre pop culture conventions that have on massive volunteer teams. I have the pleasure of talking with Dimitri Tarassenko, a software engineer who donates his time and skills to support the media production at these massive events. Dimitri's behind-the-scenes insights will take you on a journey through the intricate operations that make these conventions a reality.

    From operating cameras and audio boards to managing production switchers, Dimitri paints a vivid picture of live broadcasting at a grand scale. He'll unveil the technical wizardry needed to stream the conventions' multiple live events, including panels, parades, and concerts. Hear about the use of drones during the parade and the ensuing controversy, the simultaneous broadcasts during the conference, and the rich library of content generated for streaming. Oh, and don't forget about DragonCon.tv that is broadcast to the rooms of hotels as well as online.

    My chat with Dimitri doesn't end there. He meticulously compares the unique dynamics of Dragon Con and MomoCon, highlighting the need for different workflows, and the various shows run by Dragon Con's news division. Discover experiences unique to these conventions, like the Barbieheimer and robot battles! As we wrap up, we celebrate the significant contributions of our listeners in supporting these conventions and our show. Today's episode is more than just a peek behind the scenes of Dragon Con and MomoCon, it's an exploration of the fascinating intersection of technology, television production, volunteerism, and pop culture!

    Links:
    • Dimitri's email: dtarassenko@gmail.com
    • Volunteer at Dragon Con: dragoncon.org/participate/volunteer/
    • Volunteer at MomoCon: momocon.com/volunteers/


    Support the show via Buy Me a Coffee

    Send a boost with a new podcast app such as Fountain or via conshax.app/support/volunteertechnologist

    See all the ways to contribute, and what producing this podcast costs, at volunteertechnologist.com/contribute/

    You can find me on Mastodon at podcastindex.social/@volunteertechnologist You can also reach me via volunteertechnologist.com/contact/

    Visit volunteertechnologist.com for show notes, transcripts, or more information.
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    37 mins
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