The ACM SIGGRAPH Archive team is looking for a volunteer web programmer to join the SIGGRAPH History Archives team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on an exciting project that has world-wide exposure.
The programming involves:
Coding using PHP, Javascript, HTML, CSS and other web languages
Overseeing website security and updates
Writing APIs to export XML and connect data between SQL databases
Working within a complex WordPress environment
We are looking an individual that possess the following attributes:
Able to devote time to the project
Excellent problem solver
Advanced programming skills
Experience working with databases
Very motivated and takes a proactive approach to getting work done
Trustworthy and Reliable
Can work both independently and in a team
About the Project:
The ACM SIGGRAPH History Archive is an innovative WordPress-based custom content management system using Pods. It contains documentation of SIGGRAPH conference and organization presentations, demonstrations and much more. The innovative nature of this project is the interconnectedness of the data and the real-time customized page delivery system.
The archive is being developed by a team of volunteers and directed by Bonnie Mitchell and Jan Searleman. This project is presented at the SIGGRAPH conferences and other venues world-wide.
Advantages of Joining the Team:
Networking opportunities with pioneers in the field of computer graphics
Gain skills in coding complex systems
Teamwork experience working with other professionals
Being involved in a high-profile project that is recognized internationally
Project URLs:
Contact the Project Directors:
Professor Bonnie Mitchell, Bowling Green State University, USA
Professor Jan Searleman, Clarkson University, USA