From 1203e2d39896b724d142d04832434d48fd6c146a Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Anavelyz Perez <42752529+Anavelyz@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Mon, 24 Jun 2024 18:52:02 -0400 Subject: [PATCH] First version: PSF grant report (#11) * First version * adding suggestion --- scicookie/psf-grant-report-2024-01.md | 104 +++++++++++++++++++++----- 1 file changed, 87 insertions(+), 17 deletions(-) diff --git a/scicookie/psf-grant-report-2024-01.md b/scicookie/psf-grant-report-2024-01.md index 5f6c68b..bb0dddc 100644 --- a/scicookie/psf-grant-report-2024-01.md +++ b/scicookie/psf-grant-report-2024-01.md @@ -1,19 +1,17 @@ # Python Software Foundation (PSF) Grant report: SciCookie -In January 2024 the PSF approved a new grant for SciCookie, the proposal was -submitted at the end of December 2023 and will be implemented between February -and April 2024\*, during which time we have been carrying out the following -tasks: - -- Improve the documentation: to make it clearer, more complete and more - accessible to new users. -- Improve configuration aspects: to facilitate the installation and use of - SciCookie. -- Incorporate and/or update libraries and other tools: to extend the - functionalities. -- Improve file structure: to make the code more organized and easier to - maintain. -- Apply for pyOpenSci peer review: to obtain quality certification of the +In January 2024, the PSF approved a new grant for SciCookie. The proposal was +submitted at the end of December 2023 and is scheduled for implementation +between February and April 2024\*. During this period, we have undertaken the +following tasks: + +- Documentation Improvement: Enhancing clarity, completeness, and accessibility + for new users. +- Configuration Enhancement: Simplifying SciCookie installation and usage. +- Library Integration and Updates: Expanding functionalities through new + libraries and tools. +- File Structure Refinement: Organizing code for improved maintenance. +- pyOpenSci Peer Review Application: Pursuing quality certification for the tool.\*\* Below are the responses to the event report submitted to PSF. @@ -30,53 +28,125 @@ Below are the responses to the event report submitted to PSF. _Tell us when your event happened. If the event is over multiple days, tell us what happened on each day._ + Feb 6, 2024 to June 21, 2024. + - Sessions: _Please include the number and type of sessions. Give us a feel of what was presented to the attendees._ + Type: Weekly Development Sessions + + Participants worked on assigned issues in SciCookie and shared their progress + each week. This allowed constant monitoring of activities and the detection of + any blockages. + - Venue _Please describe the location. Was there something good or bad about it?_ + The activity was conducted remotely + - Attendees _Please include the numbers and their breakdown of gender, experience level, and origin._ + Not applicable (There weren't formal presentations in this case) + - Speakers/Coaches _Please include the number and their breakdown of gender and experience level_ + Not applicable (There weren't formal presentations in this case) + - Staff \_Please include the number, position, and their breakdown of gender and experience level. Was the staff paid? If so, who paid them? + Not applicable (There weren't formal presentations in this case) + - Sponsors _How many sponsors did you have? Please list them and their sponsorship level._ + Not applicable (There weren't formal presentations in this case) + - Budget: Income _Please include breakdown ticket Sales vs. other Sponsors vs. PSF funds_ + Not applicable (There weren't formal presentations in this case) + - Budget: Spending _Please include the breakdown of all expenses such as swag, venue, food, surplus if any and where the surplus went._ + Not applicable (There weren't formal presentations in this case) + - If you would like to share a quote about what the PSF grant means to your organization (that can be used for marketing purposes), please enter it below. + The PSF grant has catalyzed a significant transformation of the SciCookie + tool, enabling improvements in configuration, user customization, and overall + maintenance. + + This impact extends beyond the tool itself to community members, enhancing + their skills in various areas: + + - Project Management: The SciCookie project has equipped community members + with valuable experience in project implementation and organization. + + - Problem-Solving: Participants honed their skills in systematic + troubleshooting throughout the development process. + - Innovative Thinking: Finding creative solutions to technical challenges has + fostered a culture of exploring alternatives effectively. + - Collaborative Communication: The project's collaborative nature has promoted + open communication, encouraging participants to ask questions, share ideas, + and propose solutions. + - Promotion of Python: Contributing to SciCookie has deepened community + members' knowledge of Python, potentially promoting its use in scientific + contexts. + + Open Science Labs expresses gratitude to the PSF for their grant, which has + significantly supported the development of SciCookie and contributed to the + professional and technical growth of our community. + - Photos & Photographer Credit _Please link any photos you have of the event. If the photos are not online please send in email. If available, please share who should be credited for the photos._ - May the PSF share your photos in communications or marketing materials? (For example, on our social media, on our blog, in our Annual Impact Report, or in - newsletters.) -[] Yes -[] No -[] Please contact us before using photos. + newsletters.) + + -[] Yes + + -[] No -- Participants _Talk about the participants. Did anyone stand out?_ + -[] Please contact us before using photos. -- Participant Feedback _Did the people that attend have anything to say_ +- Participants \_Talk about the participants. + + _Did anyone stand out?_ + + In general, Anavelyz and Yurely were in charge of resolving the issues. Ever + Vino was in charge of coordinating the timing and checking any blockages + during the execution of the project, he also helped the participants with some + of their doubts. Ivan Ogasawara was the one responsible for reviewing and + approving the issues, as well as the suggestions and the path of wisdom. + +- Participant Feedback _Did the people that attend have anything to say_ Thanks + to PSF for the grant we received, it has allowed us to acquire new knowledge + and in turn contribute by learning, it has given us the impetus and + encouragement to share our knowledge and improve every day. - Retrospective _Discuss what worked out well and what you would change for the next time if there is anything planned._ + We are pleased to report an 80% success rate in implementing the grant. This + opportunity has been invaluable in addressing identified areas for improvement + within SciCookie, resulting in substantial progress. + + However, we encountered a challenge with the absence of a peer review process + from PyOpenSci for tools like SciCookie. We are actively collaborating with + them to explore establishing a review standard in the near future. + - General Feedback _Anything else you want to say that didn't fit in anywhere else?_