A new semantic web project based in the eastern Gulf coast area is looking for a semantic developer to join their team. The ideal candidate would be located near the project headquarters, but telecommuting is a possibility for the right candidate. According to the coordinators, the project needs semantic developers “to work on a set of software tools for describing images using RDFa. We have a beta version near an early release and need to add more developers to our team.” The coordinators also noted, “We are able to take work on a contract basis or a full-time position, depending on experience.” Read more

Semantic Tech & Business Conference Returns to San Francisco

Semantic Tech & Business Conference returns to San Francisco in June! Join us from June 3-7 for complete coverage of Big Data, Linked Data, Extreme Information Management, and Semantic Web. From breakthrough approaches to solving business problems to the big data implications of fast–evolving technologies, SemTechBiz provides you with an unparalleled interactive experience and delivers tangible business value. We're offering a special early rate when you register by February 17. Sign up now!

On my hunt to find real-life implementors of semantic technologies,
preferably ones who have finished projects that impact lots of
non-computer people, I’ve now had an extensive interview with a group
that fits that bill.

Read more