TechValley.rb
Who we are
We are the Tech Valley Ruby Brigade (TV.rb) a bunch of professionals and enthusiasts located in New York's Capital Region (Albany, Schenectady, Troy & Saratoga) excited about cutting-edge web development and the Ruby language. When we get together we talk about technology, the web, entrepreneurship, and the zen of programming. When we get tired of talking about it, we invite others in to talk about it. Networking and socializing are perks that come along with the territory.
Our mission is grow the local software development community by sharing our expertise and love for the Ruby language.
What we do
In pursuit of our mission we focus our efforts on:
- Helping local programmers get to know each other
- Helping each other keep up to date on the latest Ruby tips and tricks
- Providing a place to contact local Ruby programmers regarding contracts and job offers
- Helping to put the Tech in Tech Valley
In addition, we hope to foster the creation of new software development opportunities in the Tech Valley area by:
- Mentoring and encouraging local software startups
- Providing a place for software startups to find angel investors
- Providing a way for recruiters to find local talent
- Showcasing the expertise of local software developers
Who can join
Our group is open to anyone who is interested in contributing; some of the regions best web application developers are already members! The best way to get involved is to join this site, and join our mailing list. Once you join, make sure you send out an email and introduce yourself!