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Example Talk Ideas
+"From Code Reviews to AI Oversight: How Our Team Adapted" A practical story about changing team processes when AI joined the development workflow.
@@ -90,6 +96,7 @@ DevOpsDayLA 2026 isn't just another Tech conference. We want to hear how practit"Scaling DevOps at a SoCal Aerospace Startup" Real-world lessons from growing DevOps culture in traditional aerospace.
"Building the Next Generation: Creating Career Paths When Entry-Level Work is Automated" How organizations are developing junior talent and creating meaningful career progression when AI automates traditional starting roles.
What We DON'T Want
Better suited for other SCaLE tracks:
@@ -119,6 +126,9 @@ DevOpsDayLA 2026 isn't just another Tech conference. We want to hear how practit - All Experience Levels: Whether you're a seasoned architect at a major studio or someone who just solved their first DevOps challenge at a local startup, we want to hear your story. - SoCal Companies: We welcome speakers from Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire, and San Diego companies of all sizes. ++
Selection Criteria
- Practical Value: Will attendees leave with something they can apply immediately? @@ -132,9 +142,95 @@ DevOpsDayLA 2026 isn't just another Tech conference. We want to hear how practit - Attendance Confirmation: We require all accepted speakers to confirm attendance with contact information (including phone number) and agree to our confirmation system to prevent no-shows. - Content Freshness: Speakers must confirm their talk offers new insights and hasn't been presented at DevOpsDayLA in previous years without significant updates. - Vendor Disclosure: Clearly indicate if your talk includes vendor content, product demonstrations, or commercial messaging. -+ +
Submission Guidelines
+ +How to Submit
+Submit your proposal through the SCaLE 23x CFP system at www.socallinuxexpo.org/scale/23x/cfp
+New to SCaLE? Create an account at https://www.socallinuxexpo.org/user/
+Returning speakers? You'll need to reset your password for 2026. Your CFP account is separate from your speaker profile.
+Note: DevOpsDayLA is part of SCaLE 23x. Submitting through the SCaLE CFP system ensures your proposal reaches our review committee.
+ +What You'll Need
+ +Required Information
+Talk Details:
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- Title: Clear, engaging title that captures your topic +
- Session Track: Select "DevOpsDayLA" from the dropdown +
- Session Level: Choose appropriate audience level (Everyone, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Developer) +
- Short Abstract: One compelling paragraph (255 characters max) that hooks the reader +
- Long Abstract: Detailed description including:
+Background and context for your talk
+Specific implementation details or lessons learned
+Key takeaways attendees will gain
+Why this matters to the SoCal DevOps community
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Speaker Information:
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- Name, email, photo, and biography (max 1000 characters; write in third person) +
- We recommend no more than 2 speakers per talk +
- Primary contact email for communication during review +
Confirmations:
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- This content is fresh and hasn't been presented at previous DevOpsDayLA events without significant updates +
- Attendance confirmation with contact information (including phone number) to prevent no-shows +
- Vendor disclosure if your talk includes vendor content, product demonstrations, or commercial messaging +
Optional but Recommended
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- Presentation File: Upload slides or outline (PDF, PowerPoint, etc. - max 100MB) to help reviewers understand your approach +
- Tags: Add relevant tags like #devopsculture #teamcollaboration #socaltechcommunity +
- Message to Reviewers: Include special context, A/V requirements beyond standard setup (microphone and projector with HDMI), or speaker diversity information +
Tips for a Strong Submission
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- Write a compelling short abstract. This appears in print materials and must hook readers immediately. Explain the problem you're solving and why it matters. +
- Be specific in your long abstract. Provide concrete details about your implementation or lessons learned. Generic descriptions rarely get selected. +
- Highlight your SoCal connection. We prioritize local practitioners sharing real experiences from Southern California companies and industries. +
- Show, don't tell. Instead of "This talk will cover DevOps best practices," say "When we integrated AI into our deployment pipeline at [Company], we discovered that..." +
- Make it practical. Focus on takeaways attendees can apply immediately. What will they learn? What can they do differently on Monday? +
- Submit early. Early submissions have more time for review and a better chance of selection. The early deadline is November 1, 2025. +
After You Submit
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- Edit anytime: You can modify your submission until the final deadline (December 1, 2025) by logging back into your account +
- Multiple submissions welcome: Use the "Propose a Session" button to submit additional proposals +
- Speaker notifications: Accepted speakers will be notified by December 1, 2025 +
- Questions? Contact the DevOpsDayLA organizing team via the SCaLE CFP system or email {{< email_organizers >}} +
Timeline
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- October 1, 2025: CFP Opens +
- November 1, 2025: Early submission deadline (recommended) +
- December 1, 2025: Final submission deadline & speaker notifications begin +
- March 6, 2026: DevOpsDayLA Conference +
Speaker Benefits
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- Full Access Pass to DevOpsDayLA and SCaLE +
- Professional recording of your talk +
- Connection to Southern California's vibrant tech community +
- Opportunity to shape the conversation around modern DevOps practices in SoCal's unique industry landscape +
About the Selection Process
+Our organizing committee includes practitioners and leaders from various industries and company sizes. We read every submission and prioritize talks that will deliver practical value to our diverse audience.
+We're committed to speaker diversity across gender, ethnicity, experience level, and industry background. We provide speaker coaching for first-time presenters and welcome proposals from new voices in the community.
+ +Questions?
+Contact the DevOpsDayLA organizing team via the SCaLE CFP system or reach out to {{< email_organizers >}}.
+DevOpsDayLA 2026: Where Human Collaboration Meets Modern Technology
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