Essentials for getting plugged into the Austin tech scene
For all new-comers to the Austin area, or for those who want to get connected into the Austin tech scene, I thought a wiki page devoted to "how do I get plugged in?" was in order.
Plug in online
Here's the mailing lists, websites, and other means to get plugged into the Austin tech community.
door64.com
http://door64.com
Well, you're reading this page on door64, which was created to foster a community of high-tech professionals in Central Texas. If you're reading this post and haven't joined up, it's free to do so. If you reside in Central Texas, just register and you're all set. Learn about door64 here. Newsletter sent out once a week to recap discussions, new jobs postings, and upcoming events for the week.
The Outlaw List
http://www.theoutlawlist.com/
"The Outlaw List is a social networking group in Austin, Texas, for tragically hip professionals from 25 to 45 years old. The tragically hip are hard-working, fun-loving, active professionals in the throes of building a career, a network and a life. If you're trying to pack 28 hours into every day, this is your site."
Austin Jelly
http://wiki.workatjelly.com/JellyInAustin
Do you telecommute / work from home? Why not work with others like you?
Association for Women in Technology
http://awtaustin.org/public/default.aspx
"The Association for Women in Technology Austin (AWTAustin) is a not-for-profit organization comprised of women who work in, with, or have a passion for technology and who want to grow personally and professionally in order to make a lasting impact on our community."
They have periodic connect events to meet others. And you don't need to be female to participate or join.
Holly's Hot Happenings
http://www.hollyshothappenings.com/
"Want to become a socialite? Dying to find out about philanthropic balls? Holly's Hot Happenings weekly e-mails and Web site provide the skinny on what Austin's elite are doing, as well as events for the rest of us. It is a great resource for those who are new in town or for sixth generation Austinites, like Holly."
TechBytes Newsletter
http://www.enewsbuilder.net/techbytes/
Lots of tech-related events in the Austin area. Published monthly.