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NetSquared: In the Beginning

Tech Soup

In the beginning, TechSoup’s Marnie Webb, Daniel Ben-Horin, and Billy Bicket created NetSquared to "remix the web for social change." To get going, they built the first NetSquared website using open-source Drupal. The idea was to embed the functions of existing social sites like Meetup , Flickr , and del.icio.us.

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Great reads from around the web on April 8th

Amy Sample Ward

I come across so many great conversations, ideas, and resources all over the web every day. Today, Wikipedia is the most widely used reference work in the world. " Check out this terrific interview with Joe – I'd love to hear your ideas, reflections and stories about how you are inspired to make change!

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DIY Online Collaboration: Wikis

Tech Soup

By far the most recognized wiki is Wikipedia. Wikipedia would not be possible without the support of its volunteer contributors, who help keep the site's content current. By relying on volunteers, Wikipedia can draw on anyone to share their knowledge on a topic, check facts, or accurately translate content. Building a Wiki.

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The Deep Learning When Nonprofit Techies Get Together

Tech Soup

NetSquared DC's Roshani Kothari on why she loves NetSquared. I had the chance to connect with more than 25 NetSquared organizers during the week, and that face-to-face time was a powerful reminder of the deep learning that happens when nonprofit techies get together in a room. netsquared event' Asia and Pacific Rim.

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Your #NPtech Community Calendar for July

Tech Soup

NetSquared is here to help you along the way with everything from slide templates to planning checklists. Not sure if hosting a NetSquared group is for you? There's probably a NetSquared group near you , but if there isn't, we'll help you start your own. Guayaquil, Ecuador: The Guayaquil NetSquared Monthly Meetup.

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Many Uses of FriendFeed

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

For more details, see this wikipedia entry. What I love is the idea of setting up a private room for organizational listening that Laura suggests in the slide deck. How To Use FriendFeed To Keep Up On Nonprofits - (Netsquared). It is intended as a rapid and engaging way to present information.

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NpTech Tag Summary: Free Ranger Rick, Green Geekery, and Blog Day is Next Week!

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

The MacArthur Foundation's Digital Media and Learning Competition includes a "Knowledge-networking" category designed to take good ideas and circulates them widely, taking full advantage of the Web's potential for collaborative thinking. " (If you're trying to figure out your fall schedule for tech events, try here for ideas.

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