Wikimedia Hackathon 2016

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REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/17WFRHTCX5_dnCD5hFk1gHEQUz6pTrKp85QsX01rJGa4/viewform please register here! ]

Meet the Wikimedia Tech community; Learn about the technologies and projects powering Wikipedia and thousands of MediaWikis; Propose or join a demo-able project to hack on during the event. Developers new to Wikimedia and tech-curious editors are also welcome! Just bring your laptop, ideas, and energy to contribute – we promise a great event, cool atmosphere and an inspiring venue!

The event will be held in the Hansen House, a historical hospital transformed to a new media and exhibition space in the tranquil heart of Jerusalem.

Selection of venue photos (check back - more to be added soon! See also Hansen Hospital on Commons):

Main Development Focus
Work in progress — get involved!

The main goal of the hackathon is to complete Community Wishlist projects. We are defining a list of recommended projects right now.

We are also looking at projects with a special local relevance – see Engaging developer communities for the Wikimedia Hackathon 2016.

Activities around the Hackathon
We're planning a few excursions to several historic sites in and around Jerusalem. Details forthcoming.

Register & Attend!
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN

[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/17WFRHTCX5_dnCD5hFk1gHEQUz6pTrKp85QsX01rJGa4/viewform please register on this link! ]

Hackathon attendees will include ([//www.mediawiki.org/w/index.php?title=Wikimedia_Hackathon_2016/Attendees&action=edit + add yourself]):

Scholarships
Scholarship applications are open until January 22nd. Please apply here

Accommodation


Accommodation for the Hackathon will be at the the Post Hostel, a newly opened, stylish urban hostel, with an eclectic and contemporary blend of design, culture, people and experiences, attracting a wide range of travellers from all corners of the world. (Local media about the venue here).

The Post Hostel is located at 23 Jaffa St., a central location with lots of adjacent attractions.

We have arranged for regular transport between the hostel and the Hackathon venue.

Organization
Coming soon. See tag/wikimedia-hackathon-2016-organization/.

Visas
See Visa information


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 Registration

please register here!



Venue and Accommodation
 * Venue - Hansen House (OpenStreetMap - Google Maps)
 * Accommodation - The Post Hostel



FAQ

Tasks

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[//www.mediawiki.org/w/index.php?title=Wikimedia_Hackathon_2016/Attendees&action=edit + add yourself]  » Thursday March 31st:
 * Arrival & Registration Tours at the Old City of Jerusalem Dinner at the local restaurants

» Friday April 1st:
 * Opening All-day hacking  Lunch at the venue  Beer & Pizza night

» Saturday April 2nd:
 * All-day hacking Lunch at the venue  Gala event

» Sunday April 3rd:
 * Hacking Closing

 Session Schedule Photos and Media

Find and upload on Commons Elsewhere


 * 1) wmhack (on IRC and as a hashtag)


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