Silicon Valley Code Camp
V1.0 - Frequently Asked Questions
How can I attend the Silicon Valley Code Camp?
Attendance is free, but space is limited so you need to register. Visit our
Attendee Registration Page to reserve your spot.
What is Code Camp?
Code Camp is a new type of community event where developers learn from fellow developers. All are welcome to attend and speak. Code
Camps have been wildly successful, and we’re going to bring that success to Northern California.
The Code Camp Manifesto consists of six points: (1) by and for the developer community; (2) always free; (3)
community developed material; (4) no fluff – only code; (5) community ownership;
and (6) never occur during working hours.
What can I expect at the Silicon Valley Code Camp?
Two full days of talking about code with fellow developers. Sessions will
range from informal “chalk talks” to presentations. There will be a mix of
presenters, some experienced folks, for some it may be their first opportunity
to speak in public. And we are expecting to see people from throughout the
Northern California region and beyond.
Watch this site for more details and schedule as we firm things up.
Is this a Microsoft (or open source, Java, etc) event?
The answer is no (or all of the above depending on your perspective). This is
a
Silicon Valley developer community event, not a Microsoft event or any other
company's. Everyone is welcome to present so long as it fits the Code Camp
guidelines (must be about code, and isn't a direct advertisement for a product
or service).
Don't think about Code Camp in terms of what technological faction it caters
to... it's not like other events. Think about it as an event where developers
convene and share their knowledge and experience. Everyone is welcome and
encouraged to participate!
How do I speak at the Silicon Valley Code Camp?
After you have registered, go to the
Sessions
page and click on the right side where it says Submit a Session. Enter your proposed
description and title. Make sure to assign it some categories, and you will be notified if
the topic has been accepted by our speakers panel. We try to have as much diversity as we can.
Never presented before? Don’t be shy! Code Camp is for you! We’ll even have a
pre-camp session for first-time presenters with tips and coaching from the pros.
How long are the sessions?
Sessions are 75 minutes long. The general rule of thumb for a presentation is
to have 60 minutes for presentation and 15 minutes for questions. This is just a
guideline, though; if you need the whole time for your demo, it's your session.
Likewise, if you'd like to have an open discussion for the entire time, that's
okay too.
We have kicked around the idea of having a slot with shorter-length sessions,
but haven't had enough demand to justify it. Keep in mind as you estimate the
length of your presentation that things will run longer with the give & take
(mostly take :) of an audience in the room. An hour goes by very quickly when
people are asking questions!
Who is making Silicon Valley Code Camp happen?
Silicon Valley Code Camp is being organized by growing list of groups and
individuals. Visit our Contributors page for more information about contributors to this event.
Where do I find out more?
Silicon Valley Code Camp discussion group:
CodeCamp Information:
info@siliconvalley-codecamp.com
Registration: Attendee Registration