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=== Ubuntu Bug Squad & Bug Control === I joined the Ubuntu Bug Squad in January 2010 as I felt that this would be a great way to give back to the community. I was fortunate enough to be accepted into the Bug Control Team in February 2010 where I continue to do bug triaging work. I mostly work on Ubuntu One related bugs in Launchpad. ==== Apport Hooks ==== I have recently been working on [[https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Apport/DeveloperHowTo|Apport Package Hooks]]. This has been a fun & challenging way to learn more about python & a great first step towards contributing to Ubuntu. Hooks I have written: * [[https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gedit/+bug/582253|gedit]] * [[https://bugs.launchpad.net/indicator-applet/+bug/583174|indicator-applet]] ==== SRU Verification Team ==== ## If you are a member of any forum teams then this is where to say so. List the teams you are a member of, what they ##seek to achieve and how you help. For example: I joined the SRU Verification Team in January 2010 & have tested a few SRU packages. This is something that I need to do more often. |
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I joined the Ubuntu Bug Squad in January 2010 as I felt that this would be a great way to give back to the community. I was fortunate enough to be accepted into the Bug Control Team in February 2010 where I continue to do bug triaging work. I mostly work on Ubuntu One related bugs in Launchpad. === SRU Verification Team === ## If you are a member of any forum teams then this is where to say so. List the teams you are a member of, what they ##seek to achieve and how you help. For example: I joined the SRU Verification Team in January 2010 & have tested a few SRU packages. This is something that I need to do more often. |
==== Wiki Focus Group ==== I have decided to help out the Ubuntu Beginners Wiki Focus Group with the [[https://wiki.ubuntu.com/BeginnersTeam/FocusGroups/Wiki/SoD2010|Summer of Documentation 2010]] Project. As part of this project I have worked on the following wiki pages: * [[https://wiki.ubuntu.com/AustralianTeam/Projects/BugJams|AU Loco Team BugJams]] * [[https://help.ubuntu.com/community/AudioCapture|Audio Capture]] |
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About Me
I first tried Ubuntu when 6.10 (Edgy) was released in 2006. By the time 7.04 (Feisty) was released I was hooked & switched all of my computers over to Ubuntu. Since then I have managed to successfully convert many friends & family to Ubuntu. My partner/girlfriend is actually liking it more than windows I am currently in the process of introducing the wonders of Ubuntu to my Grandmother to help rid her of the worries related to virus/spyware issues she is currently experiencing in windows.
Socially
Basically, my social life revolves around my family If my kids have scouts, karate, etc - that's what I'm doing socially.
When i do occasionally find that I have some "down time", I like to read a good book, enjoy a movie or play around with whatever latest computer-related topic has piqued my interest.
Professionally
I am an IT Engineer (currently) specialising in HP Products (anything from ipaqs, laptops & desktops to mission critical servers & everything in between).
I have lead the change from windows 2000 to Ubuntu in my current workplace. For the last couple of years I have helped create & support a highly customised Ubuntu based SOE on all company Desktops & Laptops (Australia-wide). I am eagerly awaiting the release of Lucid as I believe our SOE should be based on an LTS. Currently we have been upgrading the SOE after each Ubuntu release.
Ubuntu Participation
Ubuntu Bug Squad & Bug Control
I joined the Ubuntu Bug Squad in January 2010 as I felt that this would be a great way to give back to the community. I was fortunate enough to be accepted into the Bug Control Team in February 2010 where I continue to do bug triaging work. I mostly work on Ubuntu One related bugs in Launchpad.
Apport Hooks
I have recently been working on Apport Package Hooks. This has been a fun & challenging way to learn more about python & a great first step towards contributing to Ubuntu.
Hooks I have written:
SRU Verification Team
I joined the SRU Verification Team in January 2010 & have tested a few SRU packages. This is something that I need to do more often.
Beginners Team
I am not a member of the Beginners Team yet. I am currently in the process of joining it. I wish to join this team as I find it very rewarding when I am able to help new users see just how truly awesome Ubuntu & Free Software really is. I aim to become a team member by July 2010.
IRC Focus Group
I can usually be found in #ubuntu-beginners & help out wherever I can.
Wiki Focus Group
I have decided to help out the Ubuntu Beginners Wiki Focus Group with the Summer of Documentation 2010 Project. As part of this project I have worked on the following wiki pages:
AU Local Community Team
I am a member of the Ubuntu-AU Loco Team. We are currently undergoing the re-approval process. I hope to be able to more actively contribute locally once the Loco Team has been re-approved.
Internet Relay Chat
My registered IRC nickname is kermiac. I am looking forward to getting to know the Ubuntu community members better through this medium. I am usually present in the following channels:
- #ubuntu-au
- #ubuntu-au-chat
- #ubuntu-bugs
- #ubuntu-testing
- #ubuntu-beginners
Linux User Group (LUG)
I do not attend any LUG's currently, though it is something I would like to get involved with. I have recently been told about SLUG (Sydney Linux Users Group) and hope to attend a meeting soon.
Goals For The Future
- Continue to triage bugs in Launchpad
- Continue to get Friends and Family trying Ubuntu
- Become an Ubuntu Beginners Team member
- Continue to offer assistance on IRC
- Join a LUG
- Create a blog outlining the experiences of my grandmothers' switch from windows to Ubuntu
Testimonials
Related pages:
MitchTowner (last edited 2010-08-23 12:07:56 by d110-33-229-185)