http://groups.drupal.org/western-massachusetts Western Massachusetts Drupal Group en http://groups.drupal.org/node/14348 <p>IneoQuest is an exciting private global company specializing in leading-edge technology that offers advanced solutions for real-time remote monitoring and analysis of digital video networks. We lead the industry in video test and monitoring solutions that enable the next generation video networks of Broadcasters, Service Providers, and OEMs. IneoQuest is a company with a clear vision who is well positioned to drive the explosive growth of the video-over-IP quality assurance and test and measurement markets.</p> <p>IneoQuest listed number six out of fifty on Deloitte’s 2007 top fastest growing companies in New England. IneoQuest offers competitive salaries, benefits, employee stock option plan and a career path. This is your opportunity to join a dynamic and growing company devoted to excellence, teamwork and innovation where your contribution can truly make a difference.</p> <p>We are currently recruiting a Senior MYSql DBA and or Administrator to be located at our corporate headquarters in Mansfield, MA.</p> <p>Job Summary<br /> Reporting to the Director of Product Development, the MySQL DBA will be responsible for identifying and implementing of processes and procedures that ensure optimal performance of MySQL database as part of a turnkey network management system.</p> <p>Responsibilities:<br /> Optimize MySQL database performance<br /> Estimate MySQL database capacities and develop methods for monitoring database capacity and usage<br /> Establish mechanisms for data backup/restore of relational databases; provide restoration services as needed<br /> Develop and optimize physical design of MySQL database systems<br /> Develop application-specific fault-tolerant distributed database mechanisms</p> <p>Requirements:<br /> BS in Computer Science or related field<br /> 5 - 10 years<br /> MySQL database experience including demonstrated experience with relational database physical design, relational database performance tuning, turnkey applications and capacity planning.<br /> Network Management experience desired<br /> Java application development experience helpful<br /> Excellent written and verbal communication<br /> Must be comfortable working in a team environment</p> <p>IneoQuest is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/H<br /> Visit our web site at <a href="http://www.ineoquest.com" title="www.ineoquest.com">www.ineoquest.com</a></p> <p>Please send your resumes to <a href="mailto:doug.cohen@ineoquest.com">doug.cohen@ineoquest.com</a></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> database DBA java mysql telcom Boston Boston2008 Rhode Island Western Massachusetts Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:53:12 +0000 Senior Recruiter 14348 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/13819 <h4>RESPONSIBILITIES</h4> <ul> <li><b>Coding:</b> Most of your time will be spent developing code. Our application relies heavily on Drupal and its APIs and toolsets. You will be working on a large Drupal multi-site application that uses over 100 drupal modules and has over 100,000 lines of custom code.</li> <li><b>Technical Decisions:</b> All developers are expected to contribute in the decision making process to help drive the direction of development for our application. You will be expected to make and suggest decisions regarding your code and others.</li> <li><b>Cooperating:</b> We are a team environment, and cooperation and communication are a must. You will be working with other developers, and testers. You will be expected to be well versed with what others are doing and be available to divert your efforts to help others when the need arises.</li> <li><b>Growing:</b> Last but not least, we expect you to move up. We are a young company with a small workforce. The lines of responsibility are often blurred, and all of our staff are encouraged to try things that may be outside their normal areas of expertise. </li> </ul> <h4>REQUIREMENTS</h4> <ul> <li>Strong understanding of web application technology and relational databases</li> <li>Strong knowledge of PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, AJAX, and other web technologies.</li> <li>Experience writing highly efficient code within highly scalable, highly available environments</li> <li>Ideally, applicants will have a history of contributions on drupal.org or other open source community/user group websites.</li> <li>Knowledge of the core Drupal development APIs, along with knowledge of other common add-on APIs such as Views, CCK, and OG.</li> <li>Telecommuting is OK, but we prefer candidates able to work in either our New Hampshire office or in the San Francisco area.</li> </ul> <p>Applicants must have a very strong work ethic and be willing to keep up with a fast paced, Rapid Application Development environment. As a startup company we rely heavily on the dependability and initiative of our employees to get work done under sometimes aggressive deadlines. The work is challenging and rewarding. Ideal candidates will be outspoken when it comes to expressing ideas and will be able to give and accept constructive criticism well. A good sense of humor is also required.</p> <h4>ABOUT US</h4> <p>RAFT is a small but growing startup company that specializes in providing tools for use in scientific laboratory research, primarily in academic institutions. Our main product is a full scale end-to-end application that uses the Drupal CMS to enable our user community to better manage their compliance and research needs. We have been using Drupal for three years and hope to become a player in the Drupal community.</p> <p><i>Competitive compensation + equity in a well positioned startup.</i></p> <p>Please contact <a href="mailto:jobs@bioraft.com">jobs@bioraft.com</a> if interested, and <a href="http://openbioraft.com/bioraft/nodeorder/term/15">view our other opportunities</a> online.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> experienced developer full time job New Hampshire Western Massachusetts Fri, 08 Aug 2008 03:01:55 +0000 bbenone@drupal.org 13819 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/13761 <p>The next Western Mass Drupal Meetup will be on Tuesday, September 2.</p> <p>Great meeting last night. See meeting notes posted on that meeting's announcement (August 5) below. A little light on attendance - I will be sure to send out reminder before next meeting.</p> <p>Location: TBA</p> <p><b>Please suggest agenda items for the next meeting by posting comments below.</b></p> <p>AGENDA (in process):</p> <ol> <li>How version control works: Subversion (and maybe CVS)</li> <li>A look at Drupal 6</li> <li>Using CCK and Views</li> </ol> <p>Check back here later for updates.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/13761#comments Boston Western Massachusetts Wed, 06 Aug 2008 13:23:07 +0000 Rick Hood 13761 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/13608 <p>DESCRIPTION: The Community Media Coordinator is responsible for researching new web functionality and web expansion project for ACTV, as well as administering and maintaining website, adopting relevant best practices whenever applicable. These include features, functions, and solutions to transform static information into an engaging web experience for web visitors. The Community Media Manager will be in charge of managing re-design and migration of existing website and database to maximize programmatic efforts. She or he will work to build growth in participation and viewer ship of ACTV’s online presence amongst members, the Amherst community, and the larger Public, Education and Government Access and local media community.</p> <p>JOB PROFILE: Full time, 40 hours per week with health benefits. $16 – $23/hr, compensation based on experience. Four months probationary period of employment, reviewed annually in accordance with personnel policy. Work diverse job schedule including evenings and occasional weekends.</p> <p>REPORTS TO: Executive Director</p> <p>QUALIFICATION: Associate’s degree or higher in Communication or Computer Science</p> <p>EXPERIENCE: Two or more years of experience in web development and/or digital media production.</p> <p>JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <p>*Work with staff and board to define project scope</p> <p>*Assess needs, gather requirements, and research best practices for re-design and migration of existing ACTV website to a Drupal (Content Management System) based site.</p> <p>*Assess needs, gather requirements, and research best practices for integration of an online Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) system into the site (eg, CiviCRM or other contact management solution geared toward the non-profit sector)</p> <p>*Keep up-to-date with new technologies and propose new online and electronic capacities to enhance ACTV's work by providing increased visibility for the station and community-produced media</p> <p>*Interface with the town administration and current vendors to research and implement best practices for operation of ACTV's internet capabilities including email service, DNS/web page hosting, and streamed media hosting.</p> <p>*Attend staff meetings, participate in relevant Board Committees, and participate in overall communications strategy planning for ACTV as a whole</p> <p>*Develop curriculum materials to enable staff, ACTV members, and community members to publish digital media online in multiple formats and effectively use the new ACTV website. Work with director, staff, and board to develop long-term plan to integrate web-based publishing into ACTV programming</p> <p>*Prepare digital media content for publication on ACTV website, as well as on social networking platforms such as youtube, blip.tv, and iTunes.</p> <p>*Explore options for publication and/or syndication of ACTV-produced content on partner websites and online venues; work to develop relationships and share online content with like-minded community media organizations.</p> <p>*Develop an e-newsletter and/or blog with staff and members</p> <p>*Perform general updates to the website; train staff to perform site updates</p> <p>KNOWLEDGE &amp; SKILLS:</p> <p>*Dynamic website development experience, preferably including experience with Drupal, CiviCRM, PHP, MySQL, HTML, and CSS.<br /> *Strong writing and editing skills<br /> *Ability and willingness to learn new concepts and skills as needed<br /> *Experience with Web 2.0 trends and technologies such as social networking, social bookmarking, blogging, podcasting, RSS, and Search Engine Optimization<br /> *Strong communication and organizational skills<br /> *Strong project management skills and ability to take initiative<br /> *Interest in information architecture, user interfaces, database design, and website usability<br /> *Multimedia production experience<br /> *Dedication to ACTV mission and interest in supporting community-produced media</p> <p>To apply please send resume and cover letter to<br /> <a href="mailto:director@actvamherst.com">director@actvamherst.com</a> or mail to<br /> Amherst Community Television<br /> 246 College Street<br /> Amherst, MA 01002.</p> <p>Applications will be accepted until position is filled.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> CiviCRM Drupal5 Drupal Jobs - Developer Needed job job listing jobs jobs hiring Connecticut Western Massachusetts Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:03:47 +0000 actv 13608 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/13310 <p>We need an XML product feed converted into Drupal nodes. Each XML item will become a node. Some fields would be converted to taxonomy terms. Other fields will be CCK items.</p> <p>It's XML, but not RSS/Atom.</p> <p>Prefer someone near Western Mass or Boston area.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> CCK Node import xml Boston Western Massachusetts Sat, 19 Jul 2008 21:39:42 +0000 J. Cohen 13310 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/12878 <p>The next Western Mass Drupal Meetup will be on Tuesday, August 5.</p> <p>Great meeting last night, including Walter's presentation on ECommerce and Drupal (Ubercart recommended) and David's presentation on Pubcookie. Thanks again to David Hamilton for hosting the meeting.</p> <p>Location: Amherst College campus, Webster 102 (see <a href="12878#comment-41726">comment from David</a> below for more detail.)</p> <p>Please suggest agenda items for the next meeting by posting comments below.</p> <p>Check back here later for updates.</p> <p>AGENDA (in process):</p> <ol> <li>Overview access control modules - which to use when? - General Discussion</li> <li>A look at template files - Rick Hood</li> <li>What IDE do you use and why? Textmate, BBEdit, Dreamweaver, etc... - General Discussion</li> <li>SEO and Drupal - Josh Cohen</li> </ol> <p><b>UPDATE (8/6/08): See read more link below for meeting notes.</b></p> <p>Great meeting. A little light on attendance but I realize that may be my fault as I should send out a reminder. Will do next time.</p> <p>Some brief notes on things discussed:</p> <p><b>Access Control Modules:</b></p> <p><a href="http://drupal.org/project/private" title="http://drupal.org/project/private">http://drupal.org/project/private</a> - very basic per-node access control.<br /> <a href="http://drupal.org/project/content_access" title="http://drupal.org/project/content_access">http://drupal.org/project/content_access</a> - many more options - perhaps the best one.<br /> <a href="http://drupal.org/project/og" title="http://drupal.org/project/og">http://drupal.org/project/og</a> - Organic Groups has its own access control.</p> <p>Be careful as generally cannot use more than one access control module at same time - conflicts.</p> <p><b>Template Files:</b></p> <p><a href="http://drupal.org/theme-guide/5" title="http://drupal.org/theme-guide/5">http://drupal.org/theme-guide/5</a> - for Drupal 5<br /> <a href="http://drupal.org/phptemplate" title="http://drupal.org/phptemplate">http://drupal.org/phptemplate</a> - all about PHPTemplate theme engine<br /> <a href="http://drupal.org/node/104316" title="http://drupal.org/node/104316">http://drupal.org/node/104316</a> - different page templates by path<br /> <a href="http://drupal.org/theme-guide" title="http://drupal.org/theme-guide">http://drupal.org/theme-guide</a> - for Drupal 6</p> <p>All of above is in the handbook:<br /> <a href="http://drupal.org/handbooks" title="http://drupal.org/handbooks">http://drupal.org/handbooks</a></p> <p><b>IDEs</b></p> <p>Eclipse, Dreamweaver and various text editors all mentioned.</p> <p>During discussion, topic of version control came up: Subversion, CVS, etc. Good topic for nest meeting.</p> <p><b>SEO and Drupal</b></p> <p>Listen to this Podcast:</p> <p><a href="http://www.volacci.com/category/sprydev-seo-podcast" title="http://www.volacci.com/category/sprydev-seo-podcast">http://www.volacci.com/category/sprydev-seo-podcast</a></p> <p>especially episode #6.</p> <p>Tells you almost everything you need to know.</p> <p>Note: David said he had a problem where allowing free-tagging really messed up Google search results, as Google really grabbed onto the tags and showed results it really shouldn't (because of user created free tagging). So he disabled free tagging.</p> <p>Other ideas for next meeting:</p> <ol> <li>Innovative ways of using CCK and Views.</li> <li>Intro to Drupal 6</li> </ol> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/12878#comments Western Massachusetts Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:32:27 +0000 Rick Hood 12878 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/12574 <p>Come help <a href="https://cms.amherst.edu">Amherst College</a> develop a sophisticated web platform for higher ed. Experience with drupal is highly valued but not required. We've spent the last couple of years building on drupal at Amherst and are looking to scale up our efforts. Specific details on the positions are available <a href="https://jobs.amherst.edu/view/opportunity/id/88">here on the college's site</a>, and there's a broader description and information about other openings available <a href="https://cms.amherst.edu/node/53282">here</a>. Reviewing a <a href="http://groups.drupal.org/node/10231">case study</a> covering how we're using drupal at Amherst will provide insight into what we're up to, as will looking over our <a href="https://cms.amherst.edu/offices/it/web/wsg-projects">summer project list</a>.</p> <p>Amherst is located in the beautiful Connecticut River valley in Western Massachusetts, just miles down the road from <a href="http://www.northamptonma.gov/">Northampton</a>. You can find out more about us <a href="https://cms.amherst.edu/aboutamherst">here</a>, and you can contact me directly with specific questions.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> coding jobs western massachusetts westernmass Drupal in Education Research and academia Western Massachusetts Thu, 19 Jun 2008 15:51:02 +0000 davidhamilton 12574 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/12011 <p>The next Western Mass Drupal Meetup will be on Tuesday, July 1.</p> <p>Great turnout at the meeting this past Tuesday. Thanks to David Hamilton for hosting the meeting and offering to host this meeting as well.</p> <p>I assume same location: Amherst College campus, Webster 102 - but check back here before the meeting to make sure.</p> <p>Please suggest agenda items for the next meeting by posting comments below.</p> <p>Check back here later for updates.</p> <p>AGENDA (in process):</p> <ol> <li>Overview of e-commerce options for Drupal - Walter Wilkinson</li> <li>Pubcookie and the drupal pubcookie module - David Hamilton</li> </ol> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/12011#comments Western Massachusetts Wed, 04 Jun 2008 23:28:30 +0000 Rick Hood 12011 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/11888 <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/11888#comments Boston Connecticut Maine New Hampshire Western Massachusetts Sat, 31 May 2008 05:03:57 +0000 nikkiana 11888 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/11319 <p>Following the first Tuesday of the month timing we have been doing, then next Western Mass Drupal Meetup will be on Tuesday, June 3.</p> <p>That was a great meeting this past Tuesday. Many thanks to Jim Skowyra for arranging the room again!</p> <p>Thanks to David Hamilton this meeting will be hosted at Amherst College campus, Webster 102. For more see David's comment below.</p> <p>Also, we have been informal in the past but I think an agenda would be good with as many presentations as possible, so comment below if you have something to present. It can be small and "newbie" so anything is cool. I think at the last meeting we did presentations that would have been over heads of newbies so want to maybe balance that with some basic stuff too. A step by step of Imagecache Module use is an example.</p> <p>Check back here later for more details.</p> <p>Thanks, Rick Hood</p> <p>UPDATE:</p> <p>agenda so far:</p> <ol> <li>Using the Audio Module - Jim Skowyra</li> <li>Building an image gallery using CCK, Views, Imagecache, Thickbox and Custom pagers (<a href="http://drupal.org/node/144725" title="http://drupal.org/node/144725">http://drupal.org/node/144725</a>) - Rick Hood</li> <li>Making custom page and views templates - Dan</li> <li>The Innerfade module (<a href="http://drupal.org/project/innerfade" title="http://drupal.org/project/innerfade">http://drupal.org/project/innerfade</a>) - tentative - Dan</li> </ol> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/11319#comments Western Mass Boston Western Massachusetts Thu, 08 May 2008 15:11:24 +0000 Rick Hood 11319 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/11124 <p>Prometheus Labor Communications is exploring the idea of hiring its first full-time employee. You'll have an opportunity to help shape a business from ground level. Since 2006, we've built over 75 websites for unions and labor-friendly organizations. We're looking for someone who:</p> <ul> <li>Believes in the mission of organized labor and is familiar with their politics and structure</li> <li>Can lead a project with a client from start to finish (utilizing contractors when necessary)</li> <li>Can be a friendly, knowledgeable face for the company when interacting with clients (by phone)</li> <li>Is well rounded in core Drupal skills: themeing, coding, and site architecture</li> <li>Is adept at getting different modules working together well</li> <li>Is comfortable with the command line</li> <li>Can take a risk helping a startup take it to the next level with the knowledge the rewards for success will be great</li> <li>Ideally lives in Massachusetts, but all candidates in the continental US and Canada will be considered</li> </ul> <p>If interested, please drop a note and a resume/summary of you Drupal experience to <a href="mailto:info@prometheuslabor.com">info@prometheuslabor.com</a>.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> Boston Labor Western Massachusetts Wed, 30 Apr 2008 19:03:13 +0000 steve dondley@drupal.org 11124 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/10642 <p>Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, May 6, 6-9pm.</p> <p>Location: Lord Jeffery Inn, Amherst (30 Boltwood Ave).</p> <p><a href="http://www.lordjefferyinn.com/" title="http://www.lordjefferyinn.com/">http://www.lordjefferyinn.com/</a></p> <p>Google Map: <a href="http://tinyurl.com/2fmrj2" title="http://tinyurl.com/2fmrj2">http://tinyurl.com/2fmrj2</a></p> <p>This time we are in "The Garden Room" which is larger.</p> <p>Many thanks to Jim Skowyra for arranging the room again!</p> <p>Make comments to this if you want to talk abotu something in particular - maybe give a presentation or whatever.</p> <p>If anyone has a projector, please bring. I will try to fix mine before, but may not have any luck.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/10642#comments Boston Western Massachusetts Fri, 11 Apr 2008 16:41:24 +0000 Rick Hood 10642 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/10635 <p>Hi!</p> <p>We are an internet publishing and broadcast company who is seeking a developer to help us establish and grow our website. Our goal is to become the premier internet resource guide for our region as well as become a leading contender in the social networking community. Some must haves: access to CMS for updates, SEO specilization, SEO friendly URLS, able to handle large amounts of multimedia such as videos, audio, and photos, quick page loads, E-commerce searchable by crawlers, web analytics, Point of Sale Reporting, Advertising/Add placement features, Gaming capabilities.... If you are intrested and would like more information, please contact me at <a href="mailto:j.layne@comcast.net">j.layne@comcast.net</a>.</p> <p>Thanks!</p> <p>~Jessica</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/10635#comments Western Massachusetts Fri, 11 Apr 2008 10:58:32 +0000 JessicaATNE 10635 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/10544 <p>Thanks for a good meeting last week. I appreciate all the information you have to offer.</p> <p>I have a question about how to get started on a project.</p> <p>I'm going to add some functionality which allows someone to post a certain kind of content. This is just a scrapbook of a home improvement project. This would be for any registered user to use. They could put up one to five photos, a title, and a small summary. Then other users would be able to comment on the project. There would be a list page of projects with titles and the first photo and part of the description. A page to read the entry, view the photos, and comment, and a page to post a new entry.</p> <p>This would be my first actual Drupal project besides what's usually installed, so I'm wondering if you could suggest where I'd start.</p> <p>Thanks,</p> <p>-dave</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/10544#comments Western Massachusetts Mon, 07 Apr 2008 22:45:36 +0000 druderman 10544 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/10030 <p>Feeling a little bit of a post-Drupalcon lull and mulling over travel plans to next weekend's DrupalCampNYC4, I found myself wishing that there was something a little bit closer to home to look forward to going to occasionally.</p> <p>In case anyone isn't already familiar... DrupalCamp is based on the BarCamp format which is an impromptu participant led free conference, usually one or two days long. At the beginning of the day, attendees sign up for sessions they'd like to lead and/or make suggestions of a session they'd like to see so that someone else can take the lead. Discussion and attendant participation encouraged. The event is to be free (usually you can find companies to sponsor whatever expenses are involved, like pizza for lunch) Lots of coding, lots of learning and lots of socializing inevitably takes place.</p> <p>I figured it would be a question worth posing to all of the groups in the New England area... Would having a DrupalCamp somewhere in our area be something that we'd like to see happen? If so, where in the greater New England area would we be willing to travel to? (It would be my personal assumption that Boston would probably be most central....)</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/10030#comments DrupalCamp new england Boston Connecticut Drupal Event Organization New Hampshire Maine Western Massachusetts Fri, 21 Mar 2008 22:59:52 +0000 nikkiana 10030 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/9801 <p>The Daily Hampshire Gazette is located in Northampton, MA, and is one of the oldest continually published newspapers in the US, est. 1786. A one year project to redevelop GazetteNET.com is currently in BETA testing (<a href="http://www.gazettenet.com/beta" title="http://www.gazettenet.com/beta">http://www.gazettenet.com/beta</a>). We are looking now to build out our team and have an opening for a Web Developer in the New Media Department.</p> <p>We are looking for an accomplished and motivated developer who is both sharp and creative in their approach to problem solving. Ideal candidates will have a college degree in computer science and/or web or related technologies, or 3+ years equivalent experience. This position is more focused on client-side UI development, but familiarity and comfort working on server-side code is desirable. Demonstrable expertise in UI design/development and related technologies (Javascript, CSS, HTML) is required along with experience working within a LAMP hosting environment (PHP, SQL, XML, UNIX/Linux). Experience with Drupal 5.x a plus. We are a small team and you will work closely with the Sr. Web Developer and editorial staff to design and implement solutions. We pay attention to both what and how we get things done and make use of web and software development best practices (open source software, web standards, source version control, issue tracking software, etc.) in our working process.</p> <p>The Gazette is one of the regions largest employers and offers comprehensive benefits including health and dental insurance and a 401k.</p> <p>If you are passionate about the web, news, and would like your work to touch people's daily lives, email your resume along with links to 3 samples of your work to support+(AT)+gazettenet.com. Please include "Web Developer Opening" in the email subject line .</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> Boston Newspapers on Drupal Western Massachusetts Fri, 14 Mar 2008 17:25:57 +0000 chipk 9801 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/9703 <p>Our next meeting will be on April 1, 6-9pm.</p> <p>Location: The Quebec Room at the Lord Jeffery Inn, Amherst (30 Boltwood Ave).</p> <p><a href="http://www.lordjefferyinn.com/" title="http://www.lordjefferyinn.com/">http://www.lordjefferyinn.com/</a></p> <p>Google Map: <a href="http://tinyurl.com/2fmrj2" title="http://tinyurl.com/2fmrj2">http://tinyurl.com/2fmrj2</a></p> <p>Many thanks to Jim Skowyra for arranging the room again.</p> <p><hr /></p> <p>Also note there is a Boston meeting on March 19 at 6pm:</p> <p><a href="http://groups.drupal.org/node/8373" title="http://groups.drupal.org/node/8373">http://groups.drupal.org/node/8373</a></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/9703#comments Western Massachusetts Wed, 12 Mar 2008 16:21:31 +0000 Rick Hood 9703 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/9129 <p>On Tuesday, March 11, we have the Quebec Room at the Lord Jeffery Inn, Amherst (30 Boltwood Ave) from 6-9pm.</p> <p>Sorry I won't be able to attend this one. A slip on the ice Superbowl Sunday resulted in a knee injury which keeps me immobile until mid-March. Otherwise, the room is set.</p> <p>I can start setting these up for the first Tuesday of the month. That means the next one would be April 1st.</p> <p>Also, I tried creating this as an event - got an inactive spam filter error. Anyone run into this problem?</p> <p>Jim</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/9129#comments Western Massachusetts Sat, 23 Feb 2008 15:36:31 +0000 jskowyra 9129 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/8164 <p>Put your Drupal knowledge to work reforming the U.S. media system with<br /> Free Press. <a href="http://www.freepress.net" title="http://www.freepress.net">http://www.freepress.net</a></p> <p>The Web Developer will work with key staff to plan and implement new features, functions and applications on our Web sites and to build new sites. Working in a fast-paced environment, the Web Developer will configure sites built with the Drupal CMS; program modules and implement other customizations for Drupal; and develop and troubleshoot other PHP/MySQL-based applications that might involve interacting with third-party APIs and utilize “Web 2.0” principles. The Web Developer will also work closely with outside vendor(s) to assure the technological infrastructure behind our Web presence is stable, secure, performing well and up-to-date. S/he will work in a team approach to ensure Free Press meets its goals and objectives to increase public participation in media policy and media reform. This position is based in our Florence, Mass. office.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> Western Massachusetts Mon, 14 Jan 2008 17:21:28 +0000 nealb 8164 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/8101 <p>Family Education Network is looking for a full-time Drupal developer in the Boston area. The position involves creating and maintaining a variety of Drupal sites as a more interactive complement to our existing content. The position will interact with editorial staff for each of our current market areas, develop modules and themes to implement the sites, and provide expertise on community and interactive enhancements to all our sites.</p> <p><strong>About Us</strong></p> <p>Help kids learn. Help teachers teach. Help parents raise their kids.</p> <p>At Family Education Network, part of Pearson, we go to work each day to help kids, teachers and parents with online games, tools and information.</p> <p>Our main kids' site, Funbrain.com, reaches 6 million kids every month with its collection of short, clever games in math, reading, and just plain fun. Recently launched PopTropica.com extends our reach with multiplayer mission-based games in a kid-safe context.</p> <p>Infoplease.com combines statistics, facts, and historical records with a dictionary, atlas, and encyclopedia--an entire reference center at your fingertips. Fact Monster puts that information into a level kids can understand, and is a leading tween destination for homework help on the web.</p> <p>Our teachers’ site, TeacherVision.com, reaches close to a half million teachers every month with timely teaching tips, graphic organizers, lesson plans, and other helpful hints for a challenging job.</p> <p>Our parents’ site, FamilyEducation.com, offers engaging content in areas such as education, learning, activities, family entertainment, health, and nutrition to help parents find the answers they need to raise thriving, healthy children.</p> <p>We've started using Drupal to make our sites more responsive and interactive. We need a good Drupal developer to take us further. If you have:</p> <p>3+ years experience with web publishing in a LAMP environment;<br /> Experience with XHTML/CSS/XML/XSL and Javascript programming;<br /> Specific experience developing, deploying, and maintaining Drupal sites, including theming and module development;<br /> A strong desire to code it today and launch it tomorrow;<br /> Good communication skills, especially with non-technical people;</p> <p>Then we're looking for you to join our small group of smart, committed developers.</p> <p>Interested? Send a cover letter and resume to <a href="mailto:jobs@alert.familyeducation.com">jobs@alert.familyeducation.com</a>.</p> <p>Family Education Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> Boston New Hampshire Rhode Island Western Massachusetts Thu, 10 Jan 2008 16:09:44 +0000 Karl DeBisschop 8101 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/7918 <p>I'm probably driving out to Boston on the 8th for the Boston meetup. See <a href="http://groups.drupal.org/node/7767" title="http://groups.drupal.org/node/7767">http://groups.drupal.org/node/7767</a></p> <p>I may be able to bring someone depending on whether or not I'm meeting with a client out that way first. Let me know if you are interested and I'll let you know if I can give you a lift.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/7918#comments meetup Western Massachusetts Tue, 01 Jan 2008 14:40:30 +0000 steve dondley@drupal.org 7918 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/7165 <p>Well it was small, 4 people but concidering the impromptu nature that was good.<br /> I learned more about search hooks, and that all the freelancers in the area are overwhemed w/ bussiness.</p> <p>JOsh</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/7165#comments meeting review Western Massachusetts Fri, 16 Nov 2007 17:51:03 +0000 sanguis 7165 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/7100 <p>Hi,<br /> I just moved to Amherst and I'd like to meet with other Drupal Developers. I have a neat set of projects underway but i could use some help.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/7100#comments meetup meeting discuss Western Massachusetts Tue, 13 Nov 2007 19:10:43 +0000 maufunct 7100 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/7099 <p>Hi,<br /> I just moved to Amherst and I'd like to meet with other Drupal Developers. I have a neat set of projects underway but i could use some help.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/7099#comments meetup meeting discuss Western Massachusetts Tue, 13 Nov 2007 19:10:33 +0000 maufunct 7099 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/7025 <p>Next Up Networks is a start up business looking for someone who can create a high level social network and information database website for out company. We have a revolutionary business idea that will change the sports world. If you are capable of creating a network that will include high traffic and video hosting ability please contact me at <a href="mailto:ndesilva1@babson.edu">ndesilva1@babson.edu</a> or at 508-493-2857. We have capital and are willing to pay top dollar for a quality site that will be the backbone of our business.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> social network development/website development Western Massachusetts Fri, 09 Nov 2007 16:19:19 +0000 ndesilva1 7025 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/6737 <p>We are a very small software company (check us out at <a href="http://snowtide.com" title="http://snowtide.com">http://snowtide.com</a>) in Western Massachusetts in need of a work-from-home web developer / sysadmin.</p> <p>The projects on tap include:</p> <pre><code>* complete the (in-progress) transition of our main public site to Drupal 5 * eliminate existing wordpress installation, migrating all content to Drupal * design-and-build or find-and-setup some development collaboration and sales-support Drupal modules (think Trac + Salesforce) * deploy and maintain all of the above to on our public web servers </code></pre><p>Why work from home? We all telecommute here (and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future), so we need you to do the same. And yes, this comes with the ability to set your own schedule, within some reasonable bounds. FYI, we'd be glad to work with a current student, given sufficient experience and availability.</p> <p>A good candidate should have:</p> <pre><code>* Drupal 5.x / PHP 5 / mysql expertise * Good HTML / CSS / Javascript skills * Experience in creating and modifying drupal templates and modules * Linux (generally Red Hat) system administration experience </code></pre><p>This will start as an consulting arrangement, but could certainly grow into a full-time position depending on the amount of work going forward and what "extras" you can bring to the table.</p> <p>Contact:<br /> Chas Emerick<br /> Snowtide Informatics<br /> <a href="mailto:info@snowtide.com">info@snowtide.com</a></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> jobs job telecommute Boston Consulting and Business India Western Massachusetts Wed, 24 Oct 2007 18:55:48 +0000 cemerick 6737 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/6209 <p>Small Western Mass-based software development firm looking for experienced Drupal developers for custom programming. Wanting ongoing help with a variety of projects on a freelance/contract basis. Please have Drupal programming experience and familiarity with the framework and code.</p> <p>If interested please include your experience, location, and rate in your response.</p> <p>Thanks,<br /> Eddie Monroe<br /> Green Fields Technology<br /> Greenfield, MA,</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> developer Freelance western mass western massachusetts Western Massachusetts Wed, 19 Sep 2007 21:38:22 +0000 greenfields 6209 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/5958 <p>Are there any local, advanced Drupal developers who might be looking for freelance work?</p> <p>I install and configure Drupal installations on a weekly basis, but I'm not a module developer. It would be great if I could find someone with advanced Drupal skills who would be available for collaborating or subcontracting on bigger Drupal projects when they come along.</p> <p>Skills needed:<br /> * advanced module development (with efficient code that won't slow down high-traffic sites)<br /> * advanced theming</p> <p>I don't have any specific projects yet, but if I know there is someone I could call on, I could go after the bigger projects when they come along instead of turning them down.</p> <p>Looking for someone local to the Pioneer Valley.</p> <p>Please send me a private message through my contact form if interested.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/5958#comments Western Massachusetts Sat, 01 Sep 2007 16:44:01 +0000 J. Cohen 5958 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/5939 <p><b>This position is located in New York City. We will pay relocation expenses for the right candidate.</b></p> <p>Inc.com and FastCompany.com, two of the fastest-growing and most prominent business web sites in the U.S., have a position open on their technology staff. We are looking for a senior candidate who has extensive experience with the Drupal content management platform.</p> <p>We are currently working closely with Lullabot and other major players in the Drupal community to build large scale social networks for our websites. Initially, this position will be responsible for working closely with Lullabot and our web development team to build the first release of this software. Ultimately you will function as our lead developer on this platform following that release.</p> <p>This position will also serve as our representative in the Drupal community, and will be responsible for engaging in community discussion, attending conferences, and managing our contributions back to drupal.org.</p> <p>THIS IS A FULLTIME DEVELOPER POSITION ONLY. FREELANCERS, PART-TIMERS, AND THEMERS NEED NOT APPLY.</p> <p>Inc.com and FastCompany.com are part of Mansueto Digital, a division of Mansueto Ventures, a growing company focused on four core initiatives: recruit and retain top talent; invest in our properties; practice open book management; and diversify editorial content in our consumer magazines, online and through our Events and Business Resources Group. We are a company that values our customers and employees equally and we are committed to helping them manage and improve the quality of their lives everyday.</p> <p><b>Interested parties can email their resumes to <a href="mailto:pmaiorana@mansueto.com">pmaiorana@mansueto.com</a></b></p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/wisconsin">Wisconsin</a></div> West Texas Western Massachusetts Williamsport, PA Wisconsin Fri, 31 Aug 2007 15:53:08 +0000 pmaiorana 5939 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/5337 <p>I have recently jumped into the Drupal community with both feet, after 4 or 5 months of tinkering more or less on my own. I was glad to find a western Mass. group, and was curious as to whether there are any upcoming meetings in the works... or better perhaps to wait until the fall?</p> <p>Hope everyone is having a good summer!</p> <p>-Andy</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/5337#comments meetings westernmass Western Massachusetts Fri, 27 Jul 2007 14:48:43 +0000 usonian 5337 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/5078 <p><strong>Saturday, July 28th</strong><br /> 10 AM to 5 PM<br /> <strong>ABI</strong> (<a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=33+South+Commercial+Street+Manchester,+NH+03101&amp;sll=37.0625,-95.677068&amp;sspn=26.316024,78.662109&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;ll=42.985469,-71.46615&amp;spn=0.011835,0.038409&amp;z=15&amp;iwloc=addr&amp;om=1">map</a>)<br /> 33 South Commercial St.<br /> Manchester, NH 03101</p> <p>Knowing that there are a lot of BarCamping Drupallers, I figured I'd point out BarCampManchester up here in Manchester, NH. Manchester's only an hour north of Boston, so it might be a great day trip for some of you.</p> <p>BarCampManchester's website is <a href="http://www.barcampmanchester.org/" title="http://www.barcampmanchester.org/">http://www.barcampmanchester.org/</a>.</p> <p>It's free. It's fun and we'd love to see you there!</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/5078#comments barcamp manchester newhampshire boston Boston New Hampshire Western Massachusetts Tue, 10 Jul 2007 21:03:17 +0000 nikkiana 5078 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/4998 <p>Database Designs Associates is looking for a programmer with PHP/ MySQL background. Projects will include both general web development projects and Drupal customization. Other potentially useful skills: Access database development, postgreSQL, perl, HTML, XML and related web site developer skills. Ability to communicate well is also valuable.</p> <p>We’re looking for someone to</p> <pre><code>*learn our systems working with senior consultants; *assist on development tasks related to forms, reporting, data management; *assist on testing, quality control, installation, and support. </code></pre><p>The opening would be part time to start, and could lead to full time. We are based in Boston, though we would also consider someone based in the Amherst area.</p> <p>We are a 15 year nonprofit oriented consulting and software development practice, committed to a collaborative work environment, progressive values, and client-centered practices. Please visit our website for more about us. If you know someone who might be interested, please respond to <a href="mailto:jobs@dbdes.com">jobs@dbdes.com</a>.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> jobs Boston Postgresql Western Massachusetts Thu, 05 Jul 2007 18:52:49 +0000 jobs 4998 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/4183 <p>Sorry I've been missing in action.</p> <p>I've scheduled a meeting for this date and time. Same location as last time:</p> <p>Media Education Foundation<br /> 60 Masonic Street<br /> Northampton, Massachusetts 01060<br /> <a href="http://www.mediaed.org/" title="http://www.mediaed.org/">http://www.mediaed.org/</a></p> <p>We can just get together and talk about projects we are working on, or whatever. The room is booked for 6-9pm, but we don't have to go for 3 hours - we'll see how it goes.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/4183#comments Western Massachusetts Wed, 23 May 2007 15:50:56 +0000 Rick Hood 4183 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/2478 <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/2478#comments Western Massachusetts Mon, 22 Jan 2007 04:39:11 +0000 sanguis 2478 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/1689 <p>OK we are set for Monday, November 6 at 9:00am here: <a href="http://www.mediaed.org/" title="http://www.mediaed.org/">http://www.mediaed.org/</a> It is a great space with projector and screen.</p> <p>We have the room until 12:00pm if we want to go that long. There is a coffee shop in the same building.</p> <p>Suggested topics:</p> <ol> <li> <p>I can do a presentation about what I know about theming (the basics) and then people who know more can take it from there.</p> </li> <li> <p>Maybe Tim can teach us about how modules work? Hook function and all that jazz? Maybe look at example.module? (<a href="http://drupal.org/node/292" title="http://drupal.org/node/292">http://drupal.org/node/292</a>)</p> </li> </ol> <p>Also, extra bonus: that night in Cambridge there is a Boston Users Group that’s going to be a great meeting. Check it out: <a href="http://groups.drupal.org/boston4" title="http://groups.drupal.org/boston4">http://groups.drupal.org/boston4</a> Jeff Robbins from Lullabot.com will be there. If you want to drive in together, let me know.</p> <p>Could be a really great Drupal Day!</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/1689#comments meetup Western Massachusetts Wed, 25 Oct 2006 20:07:48 +0000 Rick Hood 1689 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/1667 <p>I was hoping to find a night open for us at the Media Education Foundation (<a href="http://www.mediaed.org/" title="http://www.mediaed.org/">http://www.mediaed.org/</a>) in Northampton, because they have a great room with large projector and screen. However, they are completely booked up, except for weekends.</p> <p>Here is the calendar: <a href="http://www.mef.tv/webcalendar/month.php?&amp;year=2006&amp;month=11" title="http://www.mef.tv/webcalendar/month.php?&amp;year=2006&amp;month=11">http://www.mef.tv/webcalendar/month.php?&amp;year=2006&amp;month=11</a></p> <p>Is anyone up for a weekend meeting, like Saturday morning, Saturday afternoon or Sunday afternoon?</p> <p>If so, please let us know your preference and if any dates are not good.</p> <p>OR anyone know another location where some kind of screen is available so we can all watch what people might want to present?</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/1667#comments meetup Western Massachusetts Sat, 21 Oct 2006 20:21:34 +0000 Rick Hood 1667 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/1449 <p>OK, let’s try getting together on Thursday, October 12, 7:00PM at :</p> <p>9/22/06 NOTE: Date changed, it used to be October 5.</p> <p>Haymarket Cafe (downstairs)<br /> 185 Main St<br /> Northampton, MA 01060<br /> (413) 586-9969</p> <p>How about as an agenda we each talk briefly about:</p> <ul> <li>What we know about Drupal and might be able to give a presentation on later.</li> <li>What we don’t know about Drupal and want to learn about.</li> </ul> <p>We can get into these topics and also use it as the basis for figuring out presentations that might be done at future meetings.</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/1449#comments meetup Boston Western Massachusetts Fri, 22 Sep 2006 23:07:05 +0000 Rick Hood 1449 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/1281 <p>I'm starting work on a new not-for-profit Drupal site on the side called <a href="http://www.westernmassbuylocal.org">WesternMassBuyLocal.org</a>. There are a few "buy local" sites out there already, but I have some new ideas that I would like to try with this one. (Update: just created a national site on the same subject called <a href="http://www.buylocal.net/" title="http://www.buylocal.net/">http://www.buylocal.net/</a> -- live, but still in development. Also building related site <a href="http://www.pioneervalley.org/" title="http://www.pioneervalley.org/">http://www.pioneervalley.org/</a> in Drupal.)</p> <p>I see a lot of box stores moving into the area, and local businesses that have been around for 20 years are closing down. When people type in things like "[product] store amherst" into Google, I want them to come up with information about local businesses and to not end up at one of the "box stores". We also have a lot of CSA here and it would be good if more people learned about how they can buy locally-grown produce direct from the farms.</p> <p>Another project that I would like to start on in the next few months is a multi-blog Drupal site about the 2008 presidential election (USA). The idea is that the voices of a large number of regional (national?) bloggers would be able to get higher search engine rankings and a louder voice than if they were just blogging independently. A multi-blog project would get more coverage than a single blog.</p> <p>Just some ideas that I am working on. I have the domain names ready, but haven't installed Drupal on them yet...</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/1281#comments website Drupal for Activists and Campaigns Drupal for Good Western Massachusetts Wed, 23 Aug 2006 22:54:47 +0000 J. Cohen 1281 at http://groups.drupal.org http://groups.drupal.org/node/1126 <p>Is anyone interested in meeting in Amherst/Northampton area to talk about Drupal? I'd be interested to see what other people are doing with it.</p> <p>I've been using Drupal for about 9 months and am interested in learning how to create custom modules. I would be glad to help out any new Drupal users install Drupal and get started with it...</p> <div class="og_rss_groups"><a href="/western-massachusetts">Western Massachusetts</a></div> http://groups.drupal.org/node/1126#comments meetup Western Massachusetts Fri, 04 Aug 2006 00:22:02 +0000 J. Cohen 1126 at http://groups.drupal.org