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Ludovic Brenta wrote:

> The world-renowned Ada-Belgium International Spring Event once again
> attracted a crowd; this year, 12 persons were present and another 2
> expressed interest but could not attend. 

FWIW, I didn't manifest any interest because I was unable to assist. 
However, I'll be there as soon as I'm either rich or out of a job ;-)

> The Beaujolais Effect was
> demonstrated once again. The Debian packaging workshop attracted
> unprecedented audience of 5 enthusiastic people (not including
> myself), some of whom actually came prepared with questions and Debian
> already installed on their machines.
> 
> All in all it was a very pleasant event; Lady Ada smiled upon us from
> the heavens and granted us excellent weather. I look forward to next
> time.
> 
> There were 10 people present last year, 2 of whom also attended the
> Debian packaging workshop. So, the interest in Ada grew 20% year over
> year and the interest in "Ada in Debian" grew 150% year over year. Not
> bad for a "dying" language.
> 
> --
> Ludovic Brenta.