Transform Your Career – Attend Open Source Summit North America

Transform Your Career – Attend Open Source Summit North America this August in San Diego

Attending conferences takes time and money, so you ask yourself, is it worth it to attend? If so, which one do I go to?

For the last decade, The Linux Foundation’s Open Source Summit has proven to be invaluable for attendees.  A 2018 participant recently wrote an article on OpenSource.com stating “Last August, I arrived at the Vancouver Convention Centre to give a lightning talk and speak on a panel at Open Source Summit North America 2018. It’s no exaggeration to say that this conference—and applying to speak at it—transformed my career.” We encourage you to read the article and discover why attending the Open Source Summit can be a game-changer for you as well.

Where professional open source developers and technologists converge

While hobbyists and students are welcomed with open arms, OSSNA primarily attracts professional open source developers and technologists, working at organizations across the globe to increase software quality and reliability, and further innovation. In 2018, attendees gathered from 800 organizations across 46 countries, with 65% in technical roles. That’s a lot of connections to make in one place, with the right people.

19 parallel tracks covering the most important technologies, projects & topics

Linux, AI, IoT, Edge, Networking, Cloud, Safety & Security, Compliance Automation and Embedded Linux, Diversity & Inclusion, OS Program Office Management, Best Practices for OS Development and more. We know, it’s a lot. Open source is everywhere. Don’t get overwhelmed. Tune in on the track/tracks that are of interest to you, and you’ll be surrounded with like-minded individuals that you can learn with.

300+ expert-led sessions

As host to 100+ open source projects, and with 1,000+ members, The Linux Foundation’s flagship event attracts the leading experts in the open-source community to share the latest developments, use cases and best practices with attendees. Linux Foundation is a central hub of open source collaboration and innovation – our events are the physical space for this.

13 Co-located events offer more value in just one trip

From LF AI Foundation Meeting to State of the (LF) Edge to Open Source in Gaming Day, our co-located events are more opportunities for learning and networking without having to travel to another conference! Check out the rest here. Save some money and attend multiple events in one place.

Diversity & Inclusion are intentional

We firmly believe that diversity is better for companies, communities & tech as a whole.  To that end, diversity & inclusion initiatives play a key role in our events. From our Diversity Empowerment track, Better Together Diversity Social and Women in Open Source Lunch, to nursing rooms, pronoun & communication stickers, free childcare for all working parents, and a strict Event Code of Conduct, everyone should feel welcome here.  24% of attendees, and 25% of speakers, in 2018 identified as women or non-binary.

A Fun Conference Experience

Attending a conference can be exhausting, so we work hard to also make it a fun experience, through evening events (visit the USS Midway!), morning activities to kick start your day, and opportunities for some downtime (Visit with puppies!). We’re also happy to have your family join you.

A Must-Attend Event

Open Source Summit is in its 11th year and has gained a strong reputation as the premier place for education and collaboration in open source, attracting key open source maintainers and community leaders. 93% of 2018 attendees surveyed said the event was a valuable use of their time.

How do you want to transform your career? Join us at Open Source Summit North America 2019.

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