News from DjangoCon US (47)
The Call for Proposals for DjangoCon US 2026 has been extended one week!
DjangoCon US 2026We've received many great proposals already but want to give folks a little extra time to submit their talks. The call for proposals deadline has been extended to March 23, 2026 at 11AM CDT. We welcome proposals no matter your …
Mar 12, 2026The Call for Proposals for DjangoCon US 2026 Is Now Open!
DjangoCon US 2026We are excited that DjangoCon US 2026 is now open for talk submissions: call for proposals! The deadline for submissions is March 16th March 23, 2026 at 11AM CDT. We invite you to submit your proposal no matter your background …
Feb 20, 2026Date change announcement for DjangoCon US 2026
DjangoCon US 2026DjangoCon US is changing dates! Due to a very large conference happening in Chicago the week of September 14 that is causing hotel prices to skyrocket (over $400 per night for nearby hotels), DjangoCon US is moving to the week …
Feb 12, 2026Code of Conduct Transparency Report for DjangoCon US 2025
DjangoCon US 2025The organizers of DjangoCon US 2025 are proud to release this year’s Code of Conduct transparency report. If we receive any submissions after this report is published, we will update this post to include the time each submission is addressed. …
Oct 16, 2025Sign up for Travel Safety Checks & The Latest on Chicago
DjangoCon US 2025We’re excited to see you in Chicago! We know that travel in the United States may not feel as safe and easy as it has in past years. To help provide some peace of mind, we’ve built a Travel Safety …
Sep 04, 2025Get Active at DjangoCon US 2025
DjangoCon US 2025🚴🏻🏃🏾🏊🏽🚶🏼 Looking to get active during DjangoCon US? Having talks means a lot of time spent not moving while watching talks. It's important to take care of your body as well as your mind, and a good way to do …
Aug 29, 2025Be Part of Something Amazing: Volunteer at DjangoCon US 2025 in Chicago!
DjangoCon US 2025Are you ready to make DjangoCon US 2025 an unforgettable experience while being at the heart of the Django community? We're looking for passionate volunteers to help make this year's conference a tremendous success! Event Details When: September 8-12, 2025 …
Aug 19, 2025Announcing Our Keynotes: Marlene Mhangami
DjangoCon US 2025We're honored to announce our third keynote speaker for DjangoCon US 2025: Marlene Mhangami We had the opportunity to sit down with Marlene and ask her a few questions about her work, her upcoming talk, and what she's looking forward …
Aug 04, 2025Announcing Our Keynotes: Zags (Benjamin Zagorsky)
DjangoCon US 2025We're honored to announce our second keynote speaker for DjangoCon US 2025: Zags (Benjamin Zagorsky) We had the opportunity to sit down with Zags and ask him a few questions about his work, his upcoming talk, and what he's looking …
Jul 31, 2025The DjangoCon US 2025 schedule has been released!
DjangoCon US 2025We are beyond thrilled to unveil the 2025 DjangoCon US talk lineup. We'll have three days of talks on September 8-10, and two days of sprints on September 11-12. We will have three keynote speakers which will be announced over …
Jul 28, 2025Announcing Our Keynotes: Carson Gross
DjangoCon US 2025We're honored to announce our first keynote speaker for DjangoCon US 2025: Carson Gross We had the opportunity to sit down with Carson and ask him a few questions about his work, his upcoming talk, and what he's looking forward …
Jul 28, 2025Getting to know folks: A pre-conference interview
DjangoCon US 2025Hello Djangonauts! DjangoCon US is coming up, and our excitement is building. We’re spending a little time getting to know people who will be attending DjangoCon US this September. We asked various people who have different connections and experiences with …
Jul 21, 2025Introducing Keanya Phelps, DjangoCon US 2025 Conference Chair
DjangoCon US 2025This week I had the pleasure of chatting with the DjangoCon US 2025 Conference Chair, Keanya Phelps about her role as Conference Chair and her experience with Django. Please tell us a little bit about yourself and your background? I’m …
Jul 21, 2025Announcing our DjangoCon US 2025 Talks!
DjangoCon US 2025We’re absolutely delighted to unveil the official talk lineup for DjangoCon US 2025! This year’s conference promises to be a vibrant celebration of Django’s community, innovation, and real-world impact. Whether you’re joining us in Chicago or tuning in online, there’s …
Jul 17, 2025It’s my first DjangoCon US. What should I bring?
DjangoCon US 2026It’s your first DjangoCon US (or maybe even your first tech conference). Are you concerned about what you should pack? Well we have some thoughts! 📓 Notepad and ✒️ Pen/Pencil, or a 💻 Laptop and Charger Perhaps you like your …
Jul 10, 2025Attention All Hackers! - 5 DjangoCon US Hackathon Essentials
DjangoCon US 2025We’re just a few months away from DjangoCon US 2025, and we couldn’t be more excited! This year, like last year, we will be hosting a Django-themed hackathon. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with the Django community, unleash your …
Jul 08, 2025Contribute to Django at the Contribution Sprints!
DjangoCon US 2025We are excited to talk to you about contribution sprints at DjangoCon US! They are being held Thursday, September 11th and Friday, September 12th, 2025, from 9am to 5pm each day at the voco Chicago Downtown, the same venue as …
Jul 07, 2025Panel Discussion: Two Decades of Django: The Past, Present and Future
DjangoCon US 2025We are thrilled to announce the panel discussion for DjangoCon US 2025: "Two Decades of Django: The Past, Present, and Future", a celebration of Django's 20-year journey and a look at what's next. Moderated by Velda Kiara, DEFNA Director and …
Jul 06, 2025Childcare During DjangoCon US
DjangoCon US 2025Childcare at DjangoCon US and tech conferences more generally is an important factor that helps folks attend who otherwise may not be able to. We want to make sure that parents feel welcome bringing their children to DjangoCon US and …
Jul 02, 2025A First-Timer's Guide to Navigating America
DjangoCon US 2025For many international attendees, DjangoCon US marks their very first visit to the United States. Whether you're here for the code or the community, this quick guide will help you navigate the essentials of everyday life during your stay. Visa …
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