Atlanta.pm is a place for those interested in the Perl language. Meetings are an opportunity to meet others with similar interests and learn about various aspects of Perl. Meetings are free and open to everyone; for special events with limited seating, priority is given to prior attendees and members of the mailing list. There is no formal membership requirement.

Meetings usually consist of prepared talks, round-table discussions, and coding challenges. See the "Prior Meetings" page for more details.

If you would like to present at an upcoming meeting, please contact Stephen Cristol to get on the schedule. Any Perl related topic is appropriate.

The Atlanta Perl Mongers meet at 7:30 PM on the first Thursday of each month. Conflicts with holidays will be dealt with as they arise.

Meetings are usually held at the CenturyLink offices just off of Peachtree Parkway in Norcross, GA.

Social meetings have been at the Cheesecake Factory (Perimeter Mall) and Jason's Deli (Dunwoody). Those of us that don't have to be awake at the crack of dawn usually visit Three Dollar Cafe or the Cheesecake Factory after meetings for continued discussion and a bite or a brew.

CenturyLink and the Cheesecake Factory are shown on the Atlanta.pm map. Addresses, directions, and parking information follow.

CenturyLink

This is a secure facility; the meeting sponsor will admit people to the building and escort them to the meeting room. Please do NOT follow any CenturyLink employee through an open door. If the sponsor is not in the front lobby when you arrive there will be contact information posted on the door.

225 Scientific Dr NW
Norcross, GA 30092

Parking: There is free and ample parking in the front of the building. The entrance to the office is on the south west corner of the building and should be immediately visible when you pull in to the parking lot.

Nead Werx (Smyrna/Vinings)

2323 Cumberland Parkway
Atlanta, GA 30339

Parking: When you turn off of Cumberland Parkway into the office complex, it is the building on your right. There is plenty of parking in the front and back of the building. Enter through the front or back door and come up stairs.

Virtual meeting (Your computer, phone, or device)

Meeting Link: http://meet.jit.si/Atlanta.pm.org

Parking: Free.

Connecting: We are planing to use Jitsi. Early reports are that it works with Chrome and Chromium, but not with Firefox or Safari. It works with iPhone (free App); we do not yet have reports on Android. There is also a dial-in number.

Three Dollar Cafe (Peachtree Corners)

Three Dollar Cafe is located on the east side of Peachtree Parkway less than two miles from CenturyLink. The strip mall where it is located is elevated, so it is not readily visible from the road. There is parking in front of the restaurant.

6050 Peachtree Pkwy, #100,
Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
770-441-8520
[Web site]

Cheesecake Factory (Perimeter)

The Cheesecake Factory is located on the northeast corner of Perimeter Mall. Normally, there is ample parking near the restaurant. Near the holidays, there is still ample parking at the mall, though you may have to walk a considerable distance.

4400 Ashford-Dunwoody Rd
Atlanta, GA 30346
678-320-0201
[Web site]

Jason's Deli (Dunwoody)

Jason's Deli is located on the south side of Perimeter Village. There is ample parking adjacent to the building.

4705 Ashford-Dunwoody Rd
Atlanta, GA 30338
770-671-1555
[Web site]

Taco Mac (Perimeter)

Taco Mac is located on the west end Perimeter Place. Parking adjacent to the building is limited, but there is a surface lot and a parking garage a short distance away. Taco Mac is open late for those meetings when things go into overtime.

1211 Ashford Crossing
Atlanta, GA 30346
678-336-1381
[Web site]

Talks for Atlanta Perl Mongers typically follow one of two formats: a full talk or a micro-talk. Micro-talks usually cover one point, idea, or example with minimal supporting material. They are intended to offer a morsel of information and to inspire discussion. Full talks cover almost everything else. They may cover issues that are unfamiliar to a typical Perl Monger, though such a talk should include sufficient background that members will be able to fully understand the topic.

A topic is appropriate if it is related to Perl in some way, though topics of broad interest to developers or our group specifically are also welcome. We've had talks on everything from algorithms to CPAN modules and some interesting side topics along the way. Our Past Meetings page has a nearly complete list of talks that have been presented. It may be helpful in deciding whether a particular topic is appropriate.

Talks are scheduled in 25 min increments (to a max of 100 min) and should include time for questions. In practical terms, micro-talks can range from 10-20 min of presentation with the remainder taken up by questions and/or discussion. Normal talks are 30-45 of presentation followed by questions. These are guidelines, not rules. They work pretty well for us, but can be modified to suit specific needs. If you want to schedule a talk or have questions, contact Stephen.