About Us
The Philadelphia Area Java Users’ Group was founded in March 2000 by Dave Fecak and Dr. John Lewis (formerly of Villanova University). Dr. Lewis has since relocated and is no longer involved with the JUG, but his contributions are still felt today. Dave Fecak has served the JUG since its inception and is the keeper of the JUGmaster title.
The group exists solely as a vehicle for sharing information about Java and Java-related technologies among our members.
Currently the Philly JUG membership list includes over 1,000 professionals and students representing over 100 local companies and a few universities. Our members come from all over the eastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, and Delaware areas. In the Summer of 2003, the Philly JUG was named one of the TOP 25 JUGs in the world by Sun Microsystems at their JavaOne conference. In 2005, Sun expanded the program to the top 50 JUGs, and we were named to the TOP 50 list as well.
We generally meet once a month, with meeting dates fluctuating to accommodate the needs of our speakers. Our speakers address a broad range of topics, with the common thread being that all presentations touch on an aspect of Java technology and the overwhelming majority of presentations get to the ‘code level’. The group currently does not allow pure product demonstrations. There are usually lots of free door prizes (books, t-shirts, hats, pens, etc.) and always lots of good food.
We are always looking for quality speakers for our meetings, as well as organizations to sponsor the meetings (spring for the food). If you would like to volunteer, suggest someone, or if you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact JUGmaster Dave Fecak.
