\title{Quantum GIS}
\author{Gary Sherman, PSC Chair \\ \url{http://qgis.osgeo.org}}
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\section{Key Accomplishments}
\begin{itemize}
\item  Two new versions of QGIS where released during 2008: 0.10 "Io" and 0.11 "Metis".
\item  Python plugin repositories were established for both official and user-contributed plugins.
\item  By year end, the 1.0 "Kore" release branch had been established and the version was ready for packaging (release came in January 2009)
\item  The addition of Python bindings has continued to prompt community contribution of plugins that extend QGIS in new an interesting ways.
\item  Paolo Cavallini was added to the Project Steering Committee and assumed the role of Financial/Marketing Advisor.
\item  QGIS was well represented at FOSS4G2008.
\end{itemize}

\section{Areas for Improvement}

\noindent Packaging releases remains an area with room for improvement. Work is needed to streamline the process for releasing packages on all major platforms, with a specific need for:
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\item  Debian
\item  Ubuntu
\item  Windows
\end{itemize}

\section{Opportunities to Help}

\noindent QGIS is always looking for help in the form of translation, documentation, coding, and bug fixes.

\section{Outlook for 2009}

\begin{itemize}
\item  The 1.0 API will provide a stable platform for developing plugins and standalone applications based on the QGIS libraries.
\item  Additional releases in the 1.x branch will improve the stability and include important bug fixes.
\item  Work will continue on the next generation QGIS with new and interesting features and capabilities.
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