January SIG Meeting
| What | Meeting |
|---|---|
| When |
2004-01-27 from 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm |
| Where | IBM 590 Madison @ 57th Street, 12th Floor |
| Contact Name | Aron Trauring |
| Contact Email | atrauring@zoteca.com |
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