The Thursday Lunch is a GREAT idea that Eric Hammond put together.
While Iīve known about it for quite some time, Iīve just never been
able to make it out there (but hope to change that soon). Itīs not
Perl-specific but definitely geek-oriented so Iīm sure some
Perlmeisters attend.<br>
<br>Rotating the locations is a great idea, Ben! If we follow-up with
that, might I suggest Phillippeīs for the downtown locale. The LAMP-SIG
planning committee usually has its meetings there. They have big
tables, free wifi & good food @ decent prices. The added benefit is
that itīs right across the street from Union Station so has real easy
access for folks using public transportation. I need to find a similar
locale in Pasadena but have yet to find a spot w/the amenities that
Phillippeīs provides.<br>
<br>Another option would be to go the Lunch 2.0 route. While itīs a
more informal gathering for networking, I like the model. Different
companies host the event on Fridays, providing space & food. The
benefit is obvious for said companies- maybe itīs a startup who needs
exposure, or a well-established shop thatīs hiring or a company with a
new product or getting out of beta. Obviously, it would have to be
Perl-specific so it might be more legwork but the side-benefits would
be great. Finding out a company is a Perl shop in this manner would be
great. Then again, it might have to start with the group coming up with
a list of all the Perl shops we know about.<br>
<br>Just tossing out ideas,<br><font color="#888888">--miguel</font>