[dns-operations] DNS Hackathon 2023

[Jerry Lundström]

Hi Andrew,

On 3/1/23 10:27, Andrew McConachie wrote:
> 
> Is this a competitive hackathon or the kind of thing where like minded 
> people get together and work on DNS related code and have fun?

This is purely non-competitive; we prefer cooperation and teamwork (see 
Hackathon Format).

> The linked webpage talks about the organizers selecting the “best mix 
> and match of skills, backgrounds and experieces.[sic]” Is this intended 
> to make participants feel as though they are applying for a position at 
> the Hackathon? This concept is new to me.

This format has been done by RIPE NCC many times before and it's a 
selection process because of limited amount of seats and to be as 
inclusive/diverse as possible, for example "not more than two people 
from the same organisation".

> Hackathons come in many shapes and sizes, but the only ones I’ve been to 
> were largely unstructured and emphasized collaboration over competition 
> and seclectivity. Maybe put some more words on the linked page below 
> describing what participants can expect.

Have you looked at the Netnod link?

There like 1700 words describing everything about the hackathon, what do 
expect before, during and after the event :)

Cheers,
Jerry