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This page describes how to apply to join HCoop.

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= Status =

Membership is currently '''CLOSED'''.

We are currently not accepting new applications.  There are a few issues that need to be resolved first.  The main blocker is that the HCoop Portal needs to have some essential features added.  We expect to have these issues resolved within a few days of Nov. 22, 2007.

 * [https://bugzilla.hcoop.net/show_bug.cgi?id=263 Create a new member add script for the portal]
 * [https://bugzilla.hcoop.net/show_bug.cgi?id=252 Make the create-user script add new members to hcoop-announce]
 * [https://bugzilla.hcoop.net/show_bug.cgi?id=250 Figure out how to generate strong enough passwords in the "join" web application]

If you would like to be notified when we are ready to accept applications, please send email to [[MailTo(webmaster AT hcoop DOT net)]].

= Instructions =

When membership is in an "OPEN" status, the following instructions apply.

 * Visit [http://join.hcoop.net/], click on the right online membership form for you.  Then fill out and submit the form.
 * Wait two days or so for the board to respond to your request.
 * Once accepted, read the [:MemberManual/GettingStarted/NewMember:New Member page] for instructions on what to do now.
 * After that, read MemberManual, especially the [:MemberManual/GettingStarted:Getting Started] chapter.