Re: [computer-go] Re: US Go Congress

2009-06-11 Thread David Doshay
I invited him last year, thinking that restarting the computer tournaments at the Congress might be interesting to him. His answer was clear: He no longer does Computer Go. Cheers, David On 11, Jun 2009, at 4:08 AM, Ingo Althöfer wrote: Another 2 cents from me: what about inviting good old

[computer-go] Re: US Go Congress

2009-06-11 Thread Ingo Althöfer
Another 2 cents from me: what about inviting good old Bruce Wilcox for a show event against computer(s)? With him you would get all in one: * strong amateur * author of (old) go program * author of one of the best go books ever Ingo. -- GRATIS für alle GMX-Mitglieder: Die maxdome Movie-FLAT! Je

Re: [computer-go] Re: US Go Congress

2009-06-09 Thread David Doshay
Mr Kim is not comfortable on 9x9. He has previously declined to play against computers on small boards. Cheers, David On 9, Jun 2009, at 11:27 AM, Ingo Althöfer wrote: Terry McIntyre wrote: I can volunteer to organize the computer versus pro demonstration. Myung-Wan Kim lives in Los Angeles

[computer-go] Re: US Go Congress

2009-06-09 Thread Ingo Althöfer
Terry McIntyre wrote: > I can volunteer to organize the computer versus pro demonstration. > Myung-Wan Kim lives in Los Angeles and I can approach him; he > played against Mogo last year. > > Will Mogo be available? > > Mogo team, do you feel that Mogo has improved since the previous > demonstr

[computer-go] Re: US Go Congress Computer Go Tournament

2008-08-01 Thread Peter Drake
I had a look at the room where we'll be playing; it looks good. For those of you borrowing software, the tech support people would be extremely happy if you could send them your program in advance so that they can install it. If not, we'll do the best we can on Monday morning. If you have a

Re: [computer-go] Re: US Go Congress Computer Tournament: Who's Playing

2008-06-13 Thread Álvaro Begué
On Fri, Jun 13, 2008 at 12:59 AM, Peter Drake <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > So far we've had two entries, both with caveats. > Could others please sound off on whether you're coming, and if not, why not? > 1) Can't afford the time > 2) Can't afford the money > 3) Don't feel my program is strong enou

Re: [computer-go] Re: US Go Congress Computer Tournament: Who's Playing

2008-06-13 Thread Jason House
1, 3, and 5. Last year's congress was closer to me, so 1 was not a factor. I went to meet other programmers, but only one other committed to showing up. Many others expressed interest but were not there. Sent from my iPhone On Jun 13, 2008, at 12:59 AM, Peter Drake <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrot

RE: [computer-go] Re: US Go Congress Computer Tournament: Who's Playing

2008-06-12 Thread David Fotland
I haven't decided yet. I probably don't have the time, but it's close and I might do it. David From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Peter Drake Sent: Thursday, June 12, 2008 9:59 PM To: Computer Go Subject: [computer-go] Re: US Go Congress Comp

[computer-go] Re: US Go Congress Computer Tournament: Who's Playing

2008-06-12 Thread Peter Drake
So far we've had two entries, both with caveats. Could others please sound off on whether you're coming, and if not, why not? 1) Can't afford the time 2) Can't afford the money 3) Don't feel my program is strong enough to compete 4) Have a conflicting event 5) Other (please explain) Thanks,