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Unofficial Propeller Expo West (UPEW 2009) Thank you Parallax!

Oldbitcollector (Jeff)Oldbitcollector (Jeff) Posts: 8,091
edited 2009-08-15 17:20 in Propeller 1
The date is set! Mark your calendars! Plan to attend!

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Details regarding hotel reservations can be found here.

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Get packed and join us for a great expo with all things Propeller!




Unofficial Propeller Expo West on June 27 and 28th @ at Parallax!

This is an all-nighter collection of tech-heads, presenters, and even other vendors who share common interests in the Propeller.

Read further in this thread for full details of what is planned!

OBC

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Post Edited (Oldbitcollector) : 6/30/2009 2:20:23 PM GMT
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  • SRLMSRLM Posts: 5,045
    edited 2009-01-30 01:30
    September is a good month: not too hot (like august) but not dreary or cold. Plus school is out of session.
  • bullopenebullopene Posts: 7
    edited 2009-01-30 03:51
    tongue.gifAny time of the year... except... in NEW JERSEY!tongue.gif
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  • Paul BakerPaul Baker Posts: 6,351
    edited 2009-01-30 04:33
    SRLM said...
    September is a good month: not too hot (like august) but not dreary or cold. Plus school is out of session.
    Since when is school out in September?

    I think spacing it out is better, both because of you're·planning both events and for any other people that may attend both, something like lateish June. Most schools are out, but not so late it would interfere with July 4th.


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    Post Edited (Paul Baker) : 1/30/2009 4:39:27 AM GMT
  • SRLMSRLM Posts: 5,045
    edited 2009-01-30 05:43
    Wow, college gets to me fast... Universities on the quarter system start sometime late September. I would like June, but I hoping to get an internship somewhere this summer, and they usually take all of June and July. August is just plain too hot to do anything useful (at least here in SoCal), so September it is. Such runs my logic, but the important thing is to have it sometime! Thanks for considering/working towards this OBC.
  • jazzedjazzed Posts: 11,803
    edited 2009-01-30 09:42
    Week June 14-21 is good if it must be summer time. No rain; moderate temperatures.

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  • JonathanJonathan Posts: 1,023
    edited 2009-01-30 15:57
    June, or at least sometime when school is out.

    Jonathan

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  • Nick McClickNick McClick Posts: 1,003
    edited 2009-01-30 18:37
    I would note the weather (although it's not like the convention is an outdoor event).

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  • Oldbitcollector (Jeff)Oldbitcollector (Jeff) Posts: 8,091
    edited 2009-01-31 17:00
    I like the idea of June myself.

    I was starting to have my doubts of doing this Spring 2009, but June 2009 might just be doable.
    Time to talk to Ken and see if this works for Parallax.


    I think it's possible shoot for mid-June 2009, but it's not an Expo without you.

    I need some volunteers to bring their projects, tools, and parts and present what they are doing.
    Time to consider polishing and finishing those projects for show.

    Rollcall! Look at those calendars a little more closely and sound off!

    OBC

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  • Ken GraceyKen Gracey Posts: 7,401
    edited 2009-01-31 22:18
    OBC - this works for Parallax, too. In keeping with the original NE Expo's "non-commercial support" from Parallax, the details shall be up to you and the Prop-heads.

    We should have some other vendors, too. It would be great to have Bean, uController, Baggers, and whoever else wants to show off their products.

    Ken Gracey
    Parallax, Inc.
  • parts-man73parts-man73 Posts: 830
    edited 2009-01-31 22:50
    Oh boy, I've always wanted to visit Parallax, even more so now after seeing Jeff's report from his recent trip.

    I'll give it careful thought, I'll have to start planning now if I'm going to make it, so the sooner we have a date, the better.

    I'll have to ship in my wares ahead of time, as it'd be difficult to transport all my things on the plane. When I went to the Ohio show, I filled the entire back of my Durango, with the 2nd and 3rd seats seats folded down.

    Would it be ok to ship what I need to Parallax for safekeeping until I get there ?

    Don't count me in yet, but I'm seriously thinking about it.

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  • BeanBean Posts: 8,129
    edited 2009-01-31 22:59
    Yeah, I'd love to come, but I'd have to ship in my stuff too.

    Ken, would it be possible for us vendors to ship stuff to Parallax for holding ? We could put something like "West Coast Propeller Expo" on the label so the receiving guys would know what it was. Also I'd need to get whatever I don't sell shipped back. I'd pay the shipping of course.

    The sooner a firm date can be provided the better.

    P.S. Can I show-off some SX/B stuff too ? Or is this just all propeller ?

    Bean.

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  • potatoheadpotatohead Posts: 10,261
    edited 2009-01-31 23:09
    I'll make every effort to travel from PDX. This would be a kick.

    Thanks for working on it OBC.

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  • Oldbitcollector (Jeff)Oldbitcollector (Jeff) Posts: 8,091
    edited 2009-01-31 23:16
    I've shipped Rebekah (my spouse & expo helper) to Florida for the week in exchange
    for her allowing me to abandon her with 2 teens and a preteen for my Parallax trip.
    As soon as she returns and I discuss some details with Ken I think I'll go ahead and set a date.

    Keep in mind that I'm also shooting for UPENE expo toward the end of August gang.

    OBC

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  • Phil Pilgrim (PhiPi)Phil Pilgrim (PhiPi) Posts: 23,514
    edited 2009-01-31 23:17
    Just a heads up regarding possible dates. Sensors Expo is June 8-10. I don't know if Parallax is planning to exhibit; but, if so, that week should be surrounded by adequate blackouts for show prep and recovery.

    -Phil
  • Oldbitcollector (Jeff)Oldbitcollector (Jeff) Posts: 8,091
    edited 2009-01-31 23:44
    Thanks Phil! Adding that data to my calculations.. [noparse]:)[/noparse]


    Let me see if I can describe the flavor of an Unofficial Propeller Expo for those who missed UPENE.
    (This is all tenative at this point, some adjustments will occur)

    Vendors and Demonstrators meet at the Expo location 8:00am.
    The expo location is "technically" closed to general public for one hour, giving them a chance to setup.

    6-8 foot tables will be divided up for both vendors, expo demonstrators, and folks who want to
    simply collaborate with others on a project. The expo is divided into a general presentation area,
    vendor area and demos/work area.

    Those who would like to formally demonstrate their project/new wares to the group will pick
    an open time slot somewhere between 10am-3pm. Others who may be uncomfortable with
    standing in front of a group may simply setup their project and answer questions from those
    who come to your table.

    12:00 lunch is generally "grab a burger" when you need a break for food. (Unless you can
    convince someone to bring something back for you.[noparse]:)[/noparse] Snacks, and drinks are provided.

    I'll be planning with a local eating establishment to host the group for dinner. (Dutch style)
    Something with a party room where the group can eat together. TOBA. We'll probably
    ask for a volunteer from Parallax to be security so that everyone can exit for an hour or so
    for dinner.

    8pm-(whenever you are too tired to function) is open for socializing, and working on projects.
    Ken has agree'd to keep Parallax open ALL NIGHT if several choose to collaborate on a project
    and wish to work on it to 3am. (or later) I've seen some really neat projects happen around
    2am when geeks loose some of their reserve (due to the hour) and start working together.
    (some good memories too!)

    As always, the Unofficial Propeller Expos are non alcoholic and state laws (and Parallax) regarding
    smoking apply. Ohio is an outside smoking state. Other minor policies will be announced.

    The expo room is officially opened the next day 9am. (and may have never closed)
    with cleanup and wrap-up somewhere in the middle of the day.

    Those old enough to remember the old computer shows of the 70's or the computer club meets
    of the 80's will understand the "feel" I'm shooting for here. Users helping users, and sharing
    of ideas.

    OBC

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    Post Edited (Oldbitcollector) : 2/1/2009 4:37:54 PM GMT
  • SRLMSRLM Posts: 5,045
    edited 2009-02-01 00:49
    OBC said...
    Ohio is an outside smoking state. Other minor policies will be announced.

    California is 20 feet from any operable door or window, and no brush fires please...
  • Oldbitcollector (Jeff)Oldbitcollector (Jeff) Posts: 8,091
    edited 2009-02-01 01:18
    @bean:

    Honestly, we've called it "Propeller" expo, meaning that most of what will be there is based
    on the Propeller, but... I'm curious about the other Parallax technologies myself.. bring it!
    (besides, I should be using SX instead of PICAXE anyway..[noparse]:)[/noparse]

    I just got my grubby hands on a BASIC STAMP board (part of the Boebot kit) so I'm intending
    to dabble outside the Prop a little. [noparse]:)[/noparse]

    OBC

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  • Beau SchwabeBeau Schwabe Posts: 6,568
    edited 2009-02-01 02:50
    Just in case you didn't catch that.... "Ken has agreed to keep Parallax open ALL NIGHT" ... smilewinkgrin.gif

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  • Timothy D. SwieterTimothy D. Swieter Posts: 1,613
    edited 2009-02-01 08:31
    I would possible make it to either of the Propeller Expo's if I can coordinate the trip(s) to the USA with other business or family visits. I hope to have some more Propeller products out by the summer too and would love to show them off and bring some for sale this time. I will keep watching for a date to mark it on my calendar and then do some long range planning to see if it can work out.

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  • Cole LoganCole Logan Posts: 196
    edited 2009-02-01 08:55
    As much as I would Like to make this I don't know if I'll be able to but I probably be able to make it to the east expo.
  • sailman58sailman58 Posts: 162
    edited 2009-02-01 16:16
    I would also like to attend, but the air fares are out of sight.

    Ron

    Post Edited (sailman58) : 2/2/2009 3:28:26 PM GMT
  • SRLMSRLM Posts: 5,045
    edited 2009-02-02 00:09
    I assume the general format is designed for a weekend sometime?
  • Oldbitcollector (Jeff)Oldbitcollector (Jeff) Posts: 8,091
    edited 2009-02-02 00:11
    Yes. [noparse]:)[/noparse]

    OBC

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  • potatoheadpotatohead Posts: 10,261
    edited 2009-02-02 00:21
    Potatohead is saving his pennies!!!

    Also, when the dates are nailed down for sure, it may well be possible to tie this in with a business trip! Did I hear weekend deal? If so, that's sweet for me. Can do business related stuff during the week, and only have to cover my hotel and car for a coupla days!! That makes it much more possible for me to attend.

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  • Beau SchwabeBeau Schwabe Posts: 6,568
    edited 2009-02-02 00:28
    My wife suggested that it might be better to not have the Propeller Expo West during Father's Day weekend which falls on Sunday, June 21 this year.

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  • parts-man73parts-man73 Posts: 830
    edited 2009-02-08 01:30
    This thread needed to be bumped. It made it all the way back to page 4.

    Any further developments?

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  • Oldbitcollector (Jeff)Oldbitcollector (Jeff) Posts: 8,091
    edited 2009-02-08 01:33
    Hang tight gang.. I should be ready to announce dates for both soon!

    OBC

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  • rjo_rjo_ Posts: 1,825
    edited 2009-02-08 02:46
    Do a good job... next stop ... East Africa!!!
  • rjo_rjo_ Posts: 1,825
    edited 2009-02-08 02:47
    I will be driving... again. Plan to stop off in Vegas, anyone in the Chicago area or points west is free to come along.

    Don't send a PM... I rarely check it.

    I prefer a woman ... about 35, but I will settle for a grubby Prophead.

    Rich

    Post Edited (rjo_) : 2/8/2009 2:52:32 AM GMT
  • Jimmy W.Jimmy W. Posts: 112
    edited 2009-02-09 23:14
    rjo_ said...
    I will be driving...

    I prefer a woman ... about 35, but I will settle for a grubby Prophead.

    Rich

    LOL! If you plan on swinging through Vegas I am planning on riding my bike to the expo, I would love to follow you up just in case something unexpected happens(it always does!)

    I am planning on showing of my home automation controller, it should be done by THAT point!

    Jimmy
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