April 2024 SFNode meets OpenJS Foundation Meetup

Join us this week for an exclusive SFNode event featuring a collaboration with the OpenJS Foundation. Discover the inner workings of open-source software and its profound impact on all of us. In this special episode, representatives from the OpenJS Foundation and the OpenJS Open Visualization Collaboration Space will provide an insightful look into the mechanisms of large-scale open-source projects like [Node.js](https://nodejs.org/) and [Vis.gl](https://vis.gl/). Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the experts and connect!

SFNode is a community meetup. At every meetup, we try to have a mix of beginner and advanced talks. If you want to host or want to speak, please create an issue on the SFNode Github.

We are looking for all types of speakers: ones that have done it before and first-timers! Send us a message and we are happy to help prepare for a talk.

We would like to thank our host: Hasura, the company on a mission to make data access fast, secure & scalable. 🙏

Schedule
6:00pm - Doors Open
6:30pm - Opening Remarks
6:35pm - Talk: Robin Ginn (Executive Director at OpenJS Foundation) on how the OpenJS Foundation provides a home for many Open Source projects like Node.js
6:45pm - Talk: Christian Bromann (Engineer at StencilJS @ Outsystems) on "Yet another JavaScript runtime"
7:10pm - Talk: Jordan Harband (nvm.sh maintainer, TC39 delegate) on JavaScript features: from idea to implementation
7:30pm - Open Mic and Social Time
8:30pm - Doors close

Talk #1 Abstract:

In this talk, Robin Ginn, the Executive Director of the OpenJS Foundation, will explore how the Foundation serves as a crucial incubator for numerous open-source projects, including the well-known Node.js. Attendees will gain insight into the Foundation's role in fostering project growth and sustainability, ensuring collaborative development, and maintaining a vibrant ecosystem for open-source innovations. Discover the strategic initiatives and support systems that the OpenJS Foundation implements to nurture a diverse range of technologies under its umbrella. This presentation will be essential for anyone interested in the lifecycle of open-source projects and the foundational support that propels their success.

Speaker: Robin Bender Ginn
GitHub: @rginn
Twitter: @rginn206

Talk #2 Abstract:

Everyone is talking about the new JavaScript runtimes like Deno or Bun that come with great DX and features like TypeScript support out of the box and more. In this session Christian will introduce another all new JavaScript runtime that is focused on the web platform.

Speaker: Christian Bromann
Github: @christian-bromann
Twitter: @bromann

Talk #3 Abstract:

In this engaging talk, Jordan Harband, the maintainer of nvm.sh and a TC39 delegate, will guide the audience through the journey of JavaScript features from conception to implementation. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the processes involved in evolving JavaScript, including proposal stages, committee discussions, and the intricacies of gaining consensus in a diverse community. Jordan will share insights from his firsthand experiences with TC39, illustrating how ideas are refined, tested, and finally integrated into the language. This session is ideal for developers, educators, and technology enthusiasts eager to understand how JavaScript continues to evolve and adapt to meet the needs of users worldwide.

Speaker: Jordan Harband
Github: @ljharb
Twitter: @ljharb

Open mic
Open mic time gives attendees 2-3 minutes of time to talk to the entire group. This is the time to debut a new project, announce upcoming events or let people know they're hiring.

Upcoming Events

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