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April UJUG Meeting 2009 PDF Print E-mail

The April UJUG Meeting is on Thursday, April 16, 2009

5:30 PM - 9:00PM

Please RSVP so we can order the right amount of food.

Here is email notice one, two, three

You can see a copy of the April 2009 meeting flyer here, and the banner here.

Meeting Agenda

Time Presenter Topic
5:30 - 6:00
PIZZA
6:00 - 7:00 Todd Wilson screen-scraper
7:00 - 8:00 Joyce Morrell &
Michael Knopp
livescribe

 

Plus the following breakouts:

Small Group/Mentoring/Breakout Presenter
Java Certification Don Bogardus
java.community.events Chris Hansen

 

screen-scraper - Todd Wilson

Abstract

Screen-scraping is the practice of pulling data off of web sites, which essentially turns the web into a big database. Web sites that don't offer an API can still be utilized programatically. In addition to pulling information out of web sites, screen-scraping can also allow for tasks to be automated, often completely eliminating the need for human intervention. In this presentation we'll cover common methods for screen-scraping, as well as specific libraries and software applications that can facilitate the process.

About the speaker

Todd Wilson started his screen-scraper company in 2002 after developing a Java-based software application as a side project. He is primarily self-taught as a programmer, and has a B.A. in Comparative Literature as well as an M.S. in Instructional Psychology and Technology. More on screen-scraper can be found here: http://www.screen-scraper.com/.

livescribe - Joyce Morrell & Michael Knopp

Joyce Morrell has over 10 years experience building and fostering developer communities. She is working closely with developers to create innovative applications for the Livescribe Platform. Joyce is responsible for creating the marketing and business programs resources for the Livescribe developer program. Joyce’s main focus is driving Livescribe’s application store launch this Fall.

Michael Knopp brings nearly a decade of experience with 3rd party developer platforms to Livescribe. His current role includes developing the core-applications on the Livescribe Platform, developing and maintaining the Livescribe Java API for Penlets, and building out the Livescribe Developer Program. Michael can frequently be located on the Livescribe Developer Forums and is constantly seeking feedback from 3rd party developers.

 
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