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OpenFest - OpenFest is an annual open-source conference that takes place in Sofia, Bulgaria. It brings together experts, enthusiasts, and students in the field of open-source software and technologies. You can learn more about OpenFest here: https://www.openfest.org/
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Open Source Bulgaria - Open Source Bulgaria is a community-driven platform that promotes open-source software and technologies in Bulgaria. It offers news, resources, events, and a job board for open-source enthusiasts. You can find more information here: https://opensource.bg/
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Bulgarian Association of Software Developers (BASD) - BASD is a professional association that brings together software developers and companies in Bulgaria. It supports the development of open-source software and technologies, and offers training, networking, and collaboration opportunities. You can learn more about BASD here: https://basd.bg/
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GitHub Bulgaria - GitHub is a popular platform for hosting and sharing open-source code. The GitHub Bulgaria community brings together developers and enthusiasts in Bulgaria who use GitHub for collaboration and innovation. You can find the GitHub Bulgaria community here: https://github.com/bulgaria
Notable technologists from Bulgaria throughout history include:
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John Atanasoff - John Atanasoff was a Bulgarian-American physicist and inventor who is credited with developing the first electronic digital computer, the Atanasoff-Berry Computer (ABC).
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Radia Perlman - Radia Perlman is a Bulgarian-American computer programmer and network engineer who is known for her contributions to the development of the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and other networking protocols.
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Petar Petrov - Petar Petrov is a Bulgarian computer scientist and inventor who is known for his contributions to the development of artificial intelligence and neural networks.
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Ivan Sutherland - Ivan Sutherland is a Bulgarian-American computer scientist and inventor who is known for his contributions to the development of computer graphics, virtual reality, and object-oriented programming.
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Dimitar Pachov - Dimitar Pachov is a Bulgarian computer scientist and inventor who is known for his contributions to the development of computer security and cryptography.
These are just a few examples of the many Bulgarian technologists who have made significant contributions to the field of technology. By exploring the resources and links mentioned above, you can learn more about the current state of open-source tech in Bulgaria, as well as the rich history of technological innovation in the country.
