Re: [103-newcomers] IETF 103 Newcomers' Information

On Sat, Oct 20, 2018, 4:26 AM Alexa Morris <amorris@amsl.com> wrote:

> We are looking forward to seeing you soon in Bangkok for IETF 103!
>
> You are receiving this email because you indicated during registration
> that you’ve attended fewer than five IETF meetings.  As a relative newcomer
> (and perhaps even first-time attendee) we want to make sure that you are
> aware of the various resources we’ve developed to get you up to speed. All
> of this information can also be found on the 103 newcomers’ page
> <https://www7.ietf.org/how/meetings/103/newcomers/>.
>
> 1. Before the Meeting:
>
> a. Attend a Webinar: There are two options to participate in the IETF
> Newcomer’s Webinar
>
> - Wednesday 24 October @ 1500 UTC (8AM PDT, 11 AM EDT, 5 PM CEST, 10 PM
> Bangkok, midnight Tokyo)
> - Friday 26 October @ 1200 UTC (5 AM PDT, 8 AM EDT, 2 PM CEST, 7 PM
> Bangkok, 9 PM Tokyo)
>
> During this session we will provide a brief overview of how to prepare for
> the IETF 103 meeting week.  More importantly, we will give you the
> opportunity to ask any of the questions you may have. Join the webinar
> here <https://ietf103.conf.meetecho.com/index.php/Newcomers_Webinar>.
>
> b. Read Ahead:  If you’ve not done so yet, please take a few minutes to
> watch the excellent “Top 10 Things to Know Before Your First IETF Meeting”
> video embedded on this page
> <https://ietf.org/about/participate/get-started/meetings/>, under
> Attending a Meeting.  We also strongly encourage you to review The Tao of
> the IETF <https://www.ietf.org/tao.html>.
>
> c. Find a Guide for the meeting: Would you like the opportunity have a
> seasoned IETF attendee introduce you to the ways of an IETF meeting? The
> IETF Guides Program matches experienced IETF participants with newcomers in
> order to aid their integration into the IETF community. You can find more
> information here <https://www.ietf.org/about/participate/guides/>.
>
> Additional Resources: Additional IETF 103 resources for newcomers are
> available here <https://ietf.org/how/meetings/103/newcomers/>.
>
> 2. During the Meeting
> Below are highlights of the newcomer-specific events during the IETF 103
> meeting week.
>
> a.  Events on Sunday, November 4
> - A Newcomers Overview is from 12:30-13:30 in the Meeting 1 of the Bangkok
> Marriott Marquis Queen's Park. If you are unable to attend on Sunday, you
> can access an online version
> <https://ietf.org/about/participate/tutorials/newcomers>.
>
> - The IETF Quick Connections is from in 15:00-16:00 in the Garden at the
> Queen’s Park. NOTE: Pre-registration is required and space is extremely
> limited. Newcomer's Quick Connections is a simple and effective way for you
> to be introduced to a variety of experienced IETF attendees — often working
> group (WG) chairs — who can help you get more involved in your areas of
> interest. We will send a separate email with a link to register for the
> Quick Connections session, so look for that soon.
>
> - A Newcomer’s Meet-and-Greet with WG chairs and other IETF leaders is
> from 16:00-17:00 in the Garden at the Queen’s Park.  Only newcomers and
> IETF leadership are invited to this informal and laid-back gathering; there
> will be no speeches or presentations. Beer, wine, soda, and light
> appetizers will be provided. This special reception provides a valuable
> opportunity to mingle with WG chairs, mentors and other leaders before the
> meeting week gets started.  If you are hoping to speak with a particular WG
> chair, you may want to check out our photo directory
> <https://datatracker.ietf.org/wg/photos>. The Meet-and-Greet will end
> promptly at 17:00.  At that time, you are encouraged to remain in the
> Garden at the Queen’s Park for the official IETF 103  Welcome Reception.
> This reception is open to the entire community, and it’s considered by many
> to be the informal kick-off of the week’s meeting.
>
> b. Events on Monday, November 5
> - An informal Newcomer’s dinner is organized by the IETF Secretariat
> onsite at the Marriott. The buffet dinner costs $25 and it’s a great
> opportunity to get to know some of your peers. If you are interested in
> joining, please rsvp to registrar@ietf.org.
>
> c. Events on Thursday, November 8
> - A Newcomer’s Feedback Session is from 08:00 - 09:00 in Pagoda and a hot
> breakfast will be served. We are always eager to get feedback on the
> effectiveness of our newcomer related activities. What do you wish you’d
> known before you arrived? Which programs or activities were especially
> helpful and which programs or activities need to be revised? We’d like to
> hear from you, so please plan to attend.
>
> Finally, for general logistical information (e.g. how to get from the
> airport to your hotel) please check out our meeting wiki
> <https://trac.ietf.org/trac/ietf/meeting/wiki/ietf103>. If you have
> information to share, please create an account and contribute.
>
> Safe Travels,
>
> Alexa Morris
> IETF Managing Director
>
>
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