Just a quick note for the south american baker's and friends of cerveza: Some of the folks in Chile are having another CakePHP conference on Friday, Dec 19th(this week!). So if you want to check it out, the event is free and from my rough understanding of the schedule it looks interesting.
Speakers include Fabian Ramirez, David Riveros, Pablo Viojo and Julio Contreras M. and is happening down at the University of Chile. Check out the conference site for complete information.
We are looking for an experienced PHP developer as a member of our web team. In this position, you will use our PHP framework to develop new web applications and extend existing ones.
You will also work on standalone web applications that are developed by the university in collaboration with other institutions and generally released for public use.
Requirements:
3+ years of PHP development experience.
Strong skills in (X)HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
Experience with SQL, particularly MySQL.
Knowledge of popular extensions to PHP, particularly the PEAR repository and Zend framework.
Experience using AJAX libraries like script.aculo.us/Prototype or YUI.
Familiarity with GNU/Linux-based server environments (LAMP) where the applications are hosted.
Good German communication skills.
Recommendations:
Ability to work well in teams, to connect to others, to split and partition your work.
Knowledge of university/educational environments and the typical challenges in this field.
Some experience implementing custom functionality in existing systems, such as writing extensions for a CMS or plug-ins for systems with a plug-in architecture. This includes relying on API documentation and implementing according to a specification.
We can offer you:
Your own place in a very motivated team.
Freedom for your creativity.
Friendly users that appreciate elegant solutions.
An opportunity to grow with your responsibilities.
Government-standard pension fund.
If this sounds like a good match for you, please get in touch with me at ramon.cahenzli@zhdk.ch (German is fine).
It sounds like they have a very active and vibrant PHP developer community in Costa Rica, and they've found two very supportive universities that have offered to host their meetings and events. I wish that every PHP user group could find sponsors willing to provide computer labs and even bring in outside speakers!
According to the Costa Rica PHP website they had a wonderful response from local developers and found them all eager to contribute however they could. They even have the support of two local universities where they can meet/do work in their labs (even bring in speakers from other countries).
Seeking applications for the position of Web Developer. The position requires a Bachelor's Degree, excellent oral & written communication skills, creativity and flexibility. Minimum of two years of database development experience in a network environment is necessary. PHP, JavaScript, HTML, SQL, and XML experience preferred. Primary responsibilities include conceptualizing, designing, implementing and maintaining database applications for administration, faculty, health care specialties and support staff.
Must be local to Madison, WI or already have plans to move to the area. Please send your cover letter, and resume to lem@medicine.wisc.edu. Refer to position Vacancy listing number 57187.
Markus Wolff has posted an official announcement about a new event happening in Hamburg - a PHP Unconference put on by the PHP Usergroup Hamburg.
Today I have a little different blog entry for you: On behalf of the PHP Usergroup Hamburg I'm announcing the first PHP Unconference in Hamburg, Germany! The event will take place on May 5th and 6th, at the facilities of the local University (which kindly acts as a co-organizer of the event).
The idea behind the "unconference" is that only one track of talks with really be given in one of the three rooms, but more spontaneous talks in the other rooms are encouraged. Entry will cost 20 Euro (with another 20 getting you lunch for each day) and students at the university will get in free. Rooms will not be provided, so those attending without a place to stay will need to find one on their own.
For the latest updates on the conference, be sure to check out their website.
For those around the Savannah, Georgia area wanting to get started with PHP and MySQL for web page development, you might want to check out what Armstrong Atlantic State University is offering to help you out - two new classes to bring you up to speed on all that's PHP/MySQL.
The Continuing Education Department is offering a 40-hour bootcamp-style PHP class, using the text "PHP and MySQL Web Development" (Third Edition) by Luke Welling and Laura Thomson. Two time frames will be offered - daytime and evening. The evening course will be Oct. 30th - Nov. 4th. The daytime course will be offered Oct. 13-17th.
You can get complete details on the classes from their pages on the AASU site - Part 1 and Part 2.
On his blog today, Christopher Kunz has his latest post in which he talks about the PHP Conference UK that's fast approaching - and the talk he's giving there.
I am going to speak on the PHP Conference UK which will be held at South Bank University, London, UK on February 10th, 2006. Yes guys, that's in less than three weeks.
php.net has the following to say about the event: "Not bad for 50 quid", and I think that's kinda true. Amongst others, book author Harry Fuecks and Derick "the ez photographer" Rethans will be speaking, so register now!
His talk will focus on the Hardening-Patch for PHP, including installation, configuration, and demoing some examples...
