The Madison Digital Image Database (MDID) is a freely distributed, open source web application developed at James Madison University to facilitate teaching with digital media online and in the classroom. This SIG meeting will bring MDID developers, users and potential users together to share their experiences and to ask questions. Members of the MDID development team will talk about the new MDID 3 release, ongoing development, and discuss the completion of the IMLS grant for development of an API for MDID. There will also be demonstrations of the software's new features and presentation tools. In addition to the formal presentation there will be a special MDID "Ask the Experts" forum held on Friday 3/19/2010 from 3:30-5:00pm. Attendees will be able to ask questions about MDID, make suggestions for further development, or receive technical and curatorial help specific to the use of MDID at their institution. Because MDID does not generate revenue, it is not possible for James Madison University to provide in-depth technical support to other institutions. Therefore this event provides a unique venue for sharing information within the MDID community.
