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Lessons learned VIMOS VLT Deep Survey

• VVDS 40 scientists over 10y (instrument
  development included)
• Work hard on your selection function
• Keep in mind that predictions from models might
  be wrong
• Spend the time needed to get the instrument to
  the nominal performances before starting
• Ensure all needed imaging data is taken to high
  quality standards
• Duplicate, calibrate
• Do the survey keeping homogeneity
• Work hard on quality control
• Duplicate measurements
• Never trust a great scientist ability to code
  analysis software

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Lessons learned VIMOS VLT Deep Survey

• Put in place a proper information system
• Database
• Releases internal and public
• Setup a proper management structure
• PI active co-Is
• Project rules (VVDS adopted SDSS)
• Papers !
• Working groups collaboration spirit
• Responsible people getting the resources to feed
  the team
• Interface with community and observatory staff to
  motivate continued support and continue to get
  time from TACs

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Lessons learned VIMOS VLT Deep Survey

• Keep the team motivation high
• Sociological aspects, social bounding, human
  ressources management
• Regular meetings