There are a few things to note RIGHT NOW for those of us in the world of open databases.
The MySQL User Conference has opened their call for proposals and the IOUG Collaborate11 call for proposals closes tomorrow 10/1! Get your proposals in.
OpenSQLCamp is 10/15 -> 17 and BG is sending Patrick as I mentioned earlier this week. If you’re in the area, I can’t urge you strongly enough to go listen, present what you’re working on, learn and get help from some amazing people doing really cool things on and in open databases. It’s an un-conference format that has always had incredibly informative sessions. I’ve attended the conference a few times, and came away with new ideas and solution each time. Say hi to Patrick if you go as well!