What do we mean by Hybrid?
In 2021 the conference will feature three days of in-person and virtual programming.
*subject to change based on COVID-19 situation of course
Sunday, October 17
In-Person
One half-day co-located event and the official Welcome Social will be hosted at the Raleigh Convention Center. Programming begins at 1:00 pm ET for Inclusion & Diversity. The Welcome Social begins at 6:00 pm ET outside in Sir Walter Raleigh Plaza. Both are free to attend.
Inclusion & Diversity in Open Source
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Welcome Social
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Monday, October 18 & Tuesday, October 19
Traditional” conference days featuring 15 minute keynotes, 45 and 90 minute sessions, and one co-located event (Community Leadership Summit). *Safety protocols will be in place and enforced.
In-Person
In-person programming takes place at The Raleigh Convention Center with safety protocols in place. Each day will feature 10 tracks and 75 speakers.
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Virtual
Virtual programming will be available on the 6Connex platform for those that can’t attend in-person. All onsite programming will be live streamed. Content will include all keynote talks and 10+ tracks each day of 15, 45 and 90 minute sessions.
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Community Leadership Summit 2021 – Monday, October 18
The Community Leadership Summit will take place Monday, October 18 on the virtual platform (attendees should register for the virtual event). A full day of moderated discussions and talks with community leaders from around the world will be featured.