Title: Sequel Syndrome: The GNOME Project Grows Up Author: Jeff Waugh License: CC-SA The GNOME 2.0 Desktop & Developer Platform is now widely regarded as GNOME's best release to date. Two years in the making, it represents a massive investment in our core technology, and the maturation of the GNOME Project as a whole. This talk will cover major software enhancements such as accessibility, the emphasis on usability and minimalism, and our new developer platform; plus broader issues such as project management, corporate involvement, and the changing face of The GNOME Project.