It all started on the TVIC mailing list as an idea to have lunch/coffee together sometime. Then Seth suggested we should organize small BarCamp event here in Christchurch. So we do.
What is that BarCamp thingy, anyway?
BarCamp is an internation network of unconferences. It's an open event where content is provided by the participants. The idea is that everyone who attends BarCamp should do a presentation. Focus of the unconference is usually on web applications, open source technologies, etc. More information about what the BarCamp is can be found on Wikipedia.
Who, When, Where, What?
BarCamp Christchurch is a first BarCamp organized in New Zealand. Two days were proposed: Friday 31st August, or Friday 7th September. It all is going to happen at the Canterbury Innovation Incubator on Armagh street. If you're interested to attend please watch barcamp.org/BarCampChristchurch page for the latest information about the event.