Upcoming Social Event - Location!

[Kelly Choi <kelly.choi@xxxxxxxxx>]

Hi all, 

I'm pleased to announce the location of our next social event!

Join and chat with the Xen community, there will also be free food and drinks.

Date: Wednesday 21st February 2024

Time: 5:30pm - 9pm (you are welcome to stay later if you wish)

Location:
The Portland Arms
129 Chesterton Rd Cambridge
www.theportlandarms.co.uk
T: 01223 357268

Getting to the venue (more information here):

There are pay and display spaces (free after 5pm) on Milton Road to the East of us or opposite on Chesterton Road. The nearest bus stops are: Chesterton Road, opposite the pub outside Hing Hung restaurant, and on Milton Road, near Westbrook centre, Citi 1, 9, X9 and The Busway. Cambridge North rail station is 2.3 miles away and Cambridge Central station is 2.4 miles. 

To anticipate the number of attendees, please email me indicating you wish to attend. 

If you have any food allergies, let me know ahead of time. 

Many thanks,

Kelly Choi

Community Manager

Xen Project 

---------- Forwarded message ---------
From: Kelly Choi <kelly.choi@xxxxxxxxx>
Date: Thu, Nov 23, 2023 at 1:01 PM
Subject: The Xen Project’s 20th Anniversary - Upcoming Social Event!
To: <advisory-board@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>, <xen-devel@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>, <xen-users@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>

The Xen Project’s 20th Anniversary

Let's get together for an informal social, likely to be pizza/drinks and getting involved with the community. I hope to run these in future locations to give everyone a chance to attend.

Date placeholder: Wednesday 21st February 2024

Location: Cambridge

Details TBC - If you're interested, please reply to me directly and I will add you to the list.

Celebrating Two Decades of Innovation

It’s hard to believe that two decades have passed since the inception of the Xen Project, a trailblazing force in the world of open-source virtualization. As we raise our glasses to commemorate this momentous occasion, it’s not just a celebration of time but a reflection on the incredible journey that has defined the Xen Project’s legacy.

A Legacy of Innovation

In the year 2003, the Xen Project emerged as a pioneering open-source hypervisor, laying the groundwork for some of the most influential cloud infrastructures that shape our digital landscape today. Over the past 20 years, the Xen Project has not only endured but has thrived, continuously evolving to meet the dynamic demands of the ever-changing tech landscape.

Driving Technological Frontiers

From data center and server virtualization to cloud computing, desktop virtualization, and fortifying desktop security and hardware appliances, the Xen Project has been at the forefront of driving technological innovation. With 20 years of relentless development, it has become synonymous with reliability, scalability, and adaptability.

Venturing into New Horizons

As we celebrate this milestone, we also look forward to the exciting new territories that the Xen Project is venturing into. From embedded virtualization to even making strides in the automotive industry, the Xen Project continues to push boundaries and redefine what’s possible in the world of open-source virtualization.

The Annual Event: Xen Project Developer and Design Summit

At the heart of this remarkable journey is the Xen Project Developer and Design Summit, an annual gathering of the community’s brilliant minds and power users. More than just a conference, it’s a celebration of idea exchange, a showcase of the latest advancements, a platform for sharing invaluable experiences, and a forum for strategic planning and collaborative efforts. Be sure to look out for our upcoming event in 2024.

A Vibrant Community Defining the Future

Beyond the code and technological achievements, the Xen Project’s strength lies in its vibrant community. It’s a community that has come together to celebrate successes, overcome challenges, and collectively shape the future of open-source virtualization technology. Even to this day, community contributions and reviews are still going!

Looking Ahead

As we commemorate 20 years of innovation, we also eagerly anticipate the next chapter in the Xen Project’s journey. With gratitude for the past and excitement for the future, we extend our deepest thanks to everyone who has contributed to this incredible legacy.

Here’s to 20 years of pushing boundaries, fostering collaboration, and shaping the digital landscape.

Happy anniversary, Xen Project! The best is yet to come and I can’t wait to see what we all achieve.

Many thanks,

Kelly Choi

Open Source Community Manager

XenServer, Cloud Software Group