Just a quick post to announce a couple of cool developments that are happening for SQLSaturday #25 in Gainesville, GA, Oct 10.
- We’ve got 75 attendees registered! I was really worried about the low turnout, but I’m feeling a lot more comfortable with it now. One of the struggles that we’re facing is that Gainesville, GA is 55 miles from Atlanta; many residents seem to think that Gainesville is a long way away from the tech corridors.
- We’ve got 15 presentations scheduled; that’s almost 3 full tracks, and I’m working to get those last 3 slots filled.
Finally, WE HAVE A SPONSOR WITH CASH! I’ve been very successful at getting the book publishers (Apress, Pearson, & O’Reilly) to donate stuff to giveaway, but I’ve had a hard time getting cash money collected. Luckily, this is a small event, so our costs will be small, and we’re charging a lunch fee, but still… we need money 🙂 Anyway, thanks to Red Gate for stepping up and helping out; I love this company!
More news to come; we’re still working out the kinks with the student conference, but I’m excited about the opportunity.
