http://knowmad.com/news/archive http://knowmad.com/news/archive/knowmad-technologies-creates-linux-based-cd-for-schroeder-measurement-technologies http://knowmad.com/news/archive/knowmad-technologies-creates-linux-based-cd-for-schroeder-measurement-technologies Mon, 07 Jan 2008 21:15:37 -0500 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/kidd-from-knowmad-technologies-attends-international-ruby-conference CHARLOTTE - Diona Kidd, lead developer and project manager for Knowmad Technologies (www.knowmad.com), which develops dynamic, database-driven web sites through custom programming and integration of Open Source applications, attended the Seventh International Ruby Conference in Charlotte. This computer programming conference was held at the Omni Hotel. This conference focused on the Ruby programming language and implementations of Ruby, which is an Open Source programming language that aims to increase the speed and ease with which software applications and database-driven web sites can be created. Founded in 2002, Knowmad Technologies offers clients custom programming, systems integration, business process automation and advanced web functionality. Knowmad Technologies is the premier Open Source web development and programming firm in Charlotte. Call (704) 343-9330 or visit www.knowmad.com for more information. Contact: William McKee, Knowmad Technologies 704-343-9330 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/kidd-from-knowmad-technologies-attends-international-ruby-conference Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:53:18 -0500 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/knowmad-technologies-migrates-the-colburn-school-web-site Knowmad Technologies Migrates The Colburn School Web Site CHARLOTTE - Knowmad Technologies (www.knowmad.com), which develops dynamic, database-driven web sites through custom programming and integration of Open Source applications, has completed a web site migration for The Colburn School on behalf of InteractiveTec. The Colburn School is located in downtown Los Angeles and encompasses the Colburn School of Performing Arts and the Conservatory of Music. Considered an expert in Web site migration, Knowmad moved The Colburn School’s Web site to a program that allows them to update the site easily without having to understand and work in HTML code. Founded in 2002, Knowmad Technologies offers clients custom programming, systems integration, business process automation and advanced web functionality. Knowmad Technologies is the premier Open Source web development and programming firm in Charlotte. Call (704) 343-9330 or visit www.knowmad.com for more information. Contact: William McKee, Knowmad Technologies 704-343-9330 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/knowmad-technologies-migrates-the-colburn-school-web-site Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:44:45 -0500 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/knowmad-technologies-customizes-perfect-fit-industries-web-site CHARLOTTE - Knowmad Technologies (www.knowmad.com), which develops dynamic, database-driven web sites through custom programming and integration of Open Source applications, has recently finished customizing Perfect Fit Industries web site (www.perfectfitindustries.com). This project entailed migrating Perfect Fit Industries web site to use the WebGUI Content Engine and adding a process automation service to export online support requests to their customer service system. This business process automation will help Perfect Fit Industries manage information flow between an online support request form and the company’s Customer Service department, improving accuracy and response time. Founded in 2002, Knowmad Technologies offers clients custom programming, systems integration, business process automation and advanced web functionality. Knowmad Technologies is the premier Open Source web development and programming firm in Charlotte. Call 704-343-9330 or visit www.knowmad.com for more information. Contact: William McKee, Knowmad Technologies 704-343-9330 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/knowmad-technologies-customizes-perfect-fit-industries-web-site Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:42:25 -0500 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/knowmad-technologies-kidd-shares-how-to-use-technology-to-increase-productivity CHARLOTTE – Diona Kidd , lead developer and project manager for Knowmad Technologies (www.knowmad.com), was a featured panel speaker on “How to Use Technology to Increase Productivity” hosted by the Charlotte Chamber Entrepreneurs’ Forum. Kidd brought an extensive knowledge of how to improve functionality and how to extend the ability of Web sites to the discussion. About Knowmad Technologies: Founded in 2002, Knowmad Technologies offers clients software development, systems integration, business process automation and advanced web functionality. Knowmad Technologies is the only Web development and programming firm in Charlotte specializing in Open Source solutions. Call (704) 343-9330 or visit www.knowmad.com for more information. Contact: William McKee, Knowmad Technologies (704) 343-9330 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/knowmad-technologies-kidd-shares-how-to-use-technology-to-increase-productivity Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:27:32 -0500 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/diona-kidd-featured-contributor-on-developer_com Developer.com published an article authored by Diona Kidd this past week. Entitled "10 Cool Things You Can Do With JavaScript and YUI", Diona offers readers insight into advanced functions of the Yahoo User Interface library (YUI). http://knowmad.com/news/archive/diona-kidd-featured-contributor-on-developer_com Sun, 04 Nov 2007 21:48:05 -0500 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/william-mckee-presents-at-webgui-users-conference CHARLOTTE – William McKee, president of Knowmad Technologies (www.knowmad.com), which develops dynamic, data-driven Web sites through custom programming and integration of open source applications, was a featured presenter at the WebGUI User's Conference in Madison, Wisconsin. Entitled "Database Driven Development," McKee’s presentation covered integrating external databases into websites to create custom web-based applications utilizing the WebGUI Content Management System. The WebGUI Users Conference is an annual event that brings together staff and field experts from around the globe to present on all things WebGUI. WebGUI is one of the most popular content management systems available today. It is downloaded many thousands of times per month and is in use as an Intranet application framework in many Global 1000 companies, governments, schools and universities. WebGUI is also used by over 300 U.S. Embassies. http://knowmad.com/news/archive/william-mckee-presents-at-webgui-users-conference Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:37:08 -0500 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/knowmad-technologies-introduces-new-dynamic-web-packages CHARLOTTE - Knowmad Technologies (www.knowmad.com), Charlotte's premier Open Source solutions provider is making it easier than ever for business owners to take control of their Web sites. By offering dynamic Web solutions with a broad array of standard and advanced features, Knowmad's new Web site packages make high quality sites available to all organizations, regardless of size. Additional Design concepts, page design, forms, flash movies, and video streams can be purchased to customize existing packages on a per-site basis. "Using basic word-processing skills, you can update and grow these sites as your business grows," says William McKee, president of Knowmad Technologies. "They are simple enough for an individual to set up as a starter site and they can expand to a robust enterprise Web site." Sites are packaged according to level of functionality. There is the DIY (Do It Yourself), the Starter Website, the Professional Website, the E-commerce Store-front and the Enterprise Website. Some standard features include search engine friendly markup, load time optimization, full Web site search, contact form, email and/or phone support, wireframes and planning documentation, submission to search engines and project life-cycle management. Advanced features such as property manager, staff directory, interactive community map, event calendar, intranet, user registration and login, newsletter manager, blogs, Wiki and discussion forums are included in larger site packages. Knowmad also provides training and support to clients. "Our personalized training provides the entire staff with everything needed to get started and our support plans relieve maintenance worries," says McKee. "The result is that the lifespan of the site increases while the cost of the site decreases." Knowmad Technologies develops dynamic, data-driven Web sites through custom programming and integration of open source applications. Call 704-343-9330 or visit www.knowmad.com for more information about Web site packages, custom programming, Web site design, content management, eCommerce, and Web site support. Contact: William McKee, Knowmad Technologies 704-343-9330 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/knowmad-technologies-introduces-new-dynamic-web-packages Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:21:52 -0500 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/knowmad-technologies-marks-five-years-of-tech-support-for-emergency-winter-shelter CHARLOTTE - Knowmad Technologies (www.knowmad.com), Charlotte's premier Open Source solutions provider is providing Web site and online calendar support to Charlotte's Emergency Winter Shelter for the fifth consecutive year. Knowmad's efforts allow for the coordination of volunteer activities via an interactive online calendar on the Emergency Winter Shelter Web site at www.ewscharlotte.org. Managed by Charlotte Rescue Mission, the Emergency Winter Shelter is located at 3410 Statesville Avenue and will be open from October 1 through April 30 to house homeless men. "The Emergency Winter Shelter is truly a collaborative effort that positively impacts the Charlotte community," says William McKee, president of Knowmad Technologies. "Knowmad Technologies is pleased to contribute our technical expertise to this fine organization and its dedicated volunteers." Knowmad Technologies develops dynamic, data-driven Web sites through custom programming and integration of open source applications, utilizing a unique and proven process to develop solutions that deliver business value. Call 704-343-9330 or visit www.knowmad.com for more information about custom programming, Web site design, content management, eCommerce, and Web site support. Contact: William McKee, Knowmad Technologies 704-343-9330 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/knowmad-technologies-marks-five-years-of-tech-support-for-emergency-winter-shelter Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:38:30 -0500 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/knowmad-technologies-sponsors-north-american-perl-conference-yapc Knowmad Technologies, a Web Development, Open Source and Perl consulting company, is sponsoring the 2007 North American Perl Conference. The North American ‘Yet Another Perl Conference’ (YAPC::NA) will be held June 24th – June 27th in Houston, Texas. The Perl Foundation, a non-profit corporation dedicated to the advancement of the Perl programming language, and community volunteers organize YAPC conventions all over the world on an annual basis. The Yet Another Perl Conferences are grassroots symposia on the Perl programming language. Previous sponsors of the Perl Foundation’s North American Perl conferences include ValueClick, O'Reilly and Associates, Addison-Wesley. “We’re excited to be sponsoring this year’s YAPC convention. The event contributes a lot to our community. It’s important to give back to the community and sponsoring is one way we’re able to contribute to a community that supports us.” says William McKee, the founder of Knowmad Technologies. Knowmad Technologies will also be attending the conference for it’s third year. About Knowmad Technologies Based in Charlotte, NC, Knowmad Technologies offers highly customized technology solutions to established and growing businesses. Knowmad offers solutions related to custom application development, custom websites, content management solutions and database development. For more information, go to http://www.knowmad.com/ http://knowmad.com/news/archive/knowmad-technologies-sponsors-north-american-perl-conference-yapc Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:16:11 -0500 http://knowmad.com/news/archive/crsmca-adds-online-services-to-member-benefits Carolinas Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors (CRSMCA), a roofing contractor and supplier membership organization, has added online services to the organization’s existing member benefits. The online member benefits include a contractor search, member classifieds and member forums. http://knowmad.com/news/archive/crsmca-adds-online-services-to-member-benefits Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:03:22 -0500