This group was started to organize a Coding Dojo in Wellington. The main focus is on Java and Java-related technologies (Groovy, Grails, Scala...), though other technologies are welcome as well. A Coding Dojo is a place where programmers come to improve their skills, by following a pattern similar to the martial arts dojo. Patricipants meet for at a pre-arranged time in a room that has one computer attached to a screen. A programming challenge is posed for each session. There are a couple of w …

Connect with developers. Share tips and tricks. Discuss geospatial technologies, complementary third-party tools, and development platforms (e.g., .NET, Java, Flex, JavaScript) that are supported by Esri. Developers of all levels of expertise are welcome, from seasoned GIS professionals to those new to geospatial development. These Dev Meet ups will be held Wellington, Auckland and Christchurch.  Also other locations if people are interested.

A free barcamp style workshop for discussion of Java related technologies, tools, frameworks, languages etc. A barcamp is: an ad-hoc gathering born from the desire for people to share and learn in an open environment. an intense event with discussions, demos and interaction from participants who are the main actors of the event. (from barcamp.org) The topics are determined by the participants at the start of the workshop kick-off on Friday night.  As an indication of the types of topics, in M …