Here's news on a mod developers' chat slated for tomorrow that's open to the general public, focusing mainly on Half-Life mods, though some Q2 mods will be represented:

The Mod Developers chat is here!
It will take place on Wednesday, July 28th. At 9:00 PM Eastern Time on 3dnet.
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in rooms #mod-bash and #mod-questions

Many mod development groups will be there, but the chat will rotate focusing on different mods every half-hour. Many mods will be represented including, Opera, Squadron: Ghost, Swarm, Aftershock, and more!

The mod is not solely focused on these four mods, and all mod developers are encouraged to attend, and will get a chance to answer any questions about their respective mods.