diff --git a/src/content/pages/faq.mdx b/src/content/pages/faq.mdx index 507343907..f730674f8 100644 --- a/src/content/pages/faq.mdx +++ b/src/content/pages/faq.mdx @@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ Need help getting around? Check out [how to navigate Prague](/where) and our vol The conference will be organised into three phases: -1. **Monday & Tuesday (14 & 15 July):** Tutorials & Workshops +1. **Monday & Tuesday (14 & 15 July):** Tutorials Days 2. **Wednesday – Friday (16 – 18 July):** Main Conference Days 3. **Saturday & Sunday (19 & 20 July):** Sprint Days @@ -54,12 +54,102 @@ Need help getting around? Check out [how to navigate Prague](/where) and our vol + Expect a diverse programme with around **20 hands-on tutorials & workshops**, **120 talks**, and interactive discussions and events. -We aim to cover the many ways Python is used to solve problems and create exciting projects. +We aim to cover the many ways Python is used to solve problems and create exciting projects. Below is a brief overview of the different session types: + +--- + **Tutorials** are interactive, hands-on sessions lasting 180 minutes, focusing on learning by doing, often with live coding and exercises. Tutorials take place on **Tutorial Days**. + + The rooms vary in size, with some accommodating up to 40 participants and others up to 100. + + Attendees with an eligible ticket to attend tutorials can choose which session to attend on a **first-come, first-served** basis, with no specific signup required. + +--- + **Workshops** are typically community-led, full-day sessions focused on practical skills. Workshops typically involve extensive group work, + with the guidance of the tutors to ensure effective learning and active participation. + + Workshops usually take place on **Tutorial Days**, with 20-40 participants. Signup information can typically be found under ***Programme*** in the website menu. + + Past highlights have included Django Girls, HumbleData, and Beginners Day, designed to engage people of all experience levels. + +--- + + **Summits** are unconference-style, topic-focused full-day gatherings for subject experts. These sessions focus on knowledge sharing + and exploration of key issues within specific fields. + + Summits usually take place on **Tutorial Days**, with around 30 participants or fewer. Signup information can typically be found under ***Programme*** in the website menu. + + Past highlights have included topics like C-API and WASM. + +--- + **Talks** are conference presentations, each typically lasting 30 or 45 minutes. There are 6 parallel tracks, with around 120 talks in total, + covering a broad range of Python-related topics. + + Many talks include a **Q&A session**, allowing attendees to engage with the speaker and dive deeper into the topic. + + Talks take place on **Main Conference Days** in rooms that vary greatly in size, with capacities ranging from 150 to 1,000 attendees. + +--- + **Keynotes** are inspiring talks from influential speakers in the Python community and beyond. Setting the tone for the conference, + each keynote typically lasts 45 minutes. + + Keynotes take place in the **Plenary Room** on **Main Conference Days**. The room typically accommodates around 1000 attendees. + + +--- + **Panels** are Discussions featuring multiple domain experts sharing insights on a specific topic, often with audience Q&A. + + Panels take place on **Main Conference Days** in one of the talk rooms, with capacities ranging from 150 to 1,000 attendees. + + Past highlights have included topics like CPython, Education, Sustainability, and Community. + +--- + + **Posters** are a visual showcase of research, projects, or technologies, usually A0-sized and displayed on poster walls. + + Posters are exhibited throughout the **Main Conference Days** in the exhibit hall, where attendees can read them at any time. + A dedicated one-hour poster session, usually held during lunch, allows authors to discuss their work with attendees. + + +--- + + + **Lightning Talks** are quick, 5-minute presentations where speakers share ideas, projects, or spark discussion, often in a fun and informal way. + + Lightning Talks take place in the **Plenary Room** during the **Main Conference Days**, usually in the late afternoon. Signups happen on-site, with selection taking place daily. + + +--- + + **Open Space** is a flexible, participant-driven session where attendees propose topics, + lead discussions & presentations, and collaborate on ideas in an informal setting. + + A designated room will be available for for Open Space sessions throughout the **Main Conference Days**, + To sign up, attendees add their session to the **Open Space signup whiteboard**, which also serves as a notice board to attract interested attendees. + +--- + + **Sprints** are a two-day, participant-driven event where attendees come together to work on open-source projects, solve problems, and share knowledge. + + Sprints take place over the **weekend**, often at a different venue. Any attendee can organise a sprint by adding it to the sprint page when it becomes available. Participants can join any sprint that interests them. + + Each sprint typically accommodates around 20-40 participants. + + +--- + + **Events** are social and networking activities organised by EuroPython volunteers to connect attendees, celebrate the community, and have fun. These can include special workshops, social events, dinners, meetups, and more. + + Events take place throughout the conference and are listed under the ***Events*** section of the website. + Signup details for each event are usually available on its specific event page. + +--- Curious about what to expect? Check out the [EP2024 programme](https://ep2024.europython.eu/schedule/) for inspiration. + We are always keen to hear new ideas on how to enrich the programme and other activities you are interested in oraganising. Share your ideas with the programme team at [programme@europython.eu](mailto:programme@europython.eu).