The Perl Toolchain Summit 2025 Needs You
a year ago
- #Perl
- #Fundraising
- #Open Source
- The Perl Toolchain Summit (PTS) 2025 is facing fundraising challenges.
- PTS is a key event for Perl, bringing together project leaders and contributors to advance the Perl toolchain.
- Participants often cover their own expenses or take time off work, highlighting the need for financial support.
- Estimated total cost for PTS 2025 is €53,100, with a fundraising target of €25,000.
- Past PTS events have led to significant Perl and CPAN improvements, such as the Oslo and Lancaster consensuses.
- Key projects for 2025 include revitalizing CPAN Testers and enhancing PAUSE security with features like 2FA.
- Sponsors play a crucial role, with financial and in-kind contributions supporting the event.
- Companies and individuals can contribute through sponsoring levels or direct donations.