KDE 4.2 Oslo release party aftermath
So, the KDE 4.2 release party in Oslo is over. We capped at around 12 people, and everyone had a great time :) We discussed free software, Qt (how couldn't we?), and various KDE technology/pillars. It was neat to see some non-trolls show up, and I'm tempted to host more small events to maybe create a local community. Concretely, this means that the next KDE Sunday (hacking/krush sessions) I'm hosting will be public. In otherwords- if you're in Oslo, then keep an eye on my blog for more announcements so that you can come and join us!
And now, time for some handsome devils depicted through blurry vision (cameraphone):

Leo, Thiago, Thomas, and Alexis cheering for Kde 4.2!

Olivier and Simon

Denis, Tobias, and $kde_user (sorry - forgot your name!)
Thanks to everyone who came to celebrate, and thanks to Bugges for hosting us! :D
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re:I've always wondered what
I can only speak on my own behalf here of course. But for myself it's more of a celebration of effort - that we, as a community, have managed to push out a complete software package which solves real world issues. For most of us, on our own free time. To meet together, see each others faces, and talk casually about various things just brings us closer together.
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re:I've always wondered what
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QString kde_user =
QString kde_user = "Sirius";-)
Seems like Tobias and I'm in a bit of discussion here.
It was great fun to meet all the Trolls!
re: QString kde_user =
Ah, sorry about that Sirius! Nice meeting you also!