KANPUR, July 13, 2024 – The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur ) is pleased to announce the upcoming Opportunity Open Source Conference 2024 scheduled to take place from August 24-26. This collaborative event will be supported by industry giants including the Linux Foundation, OpenPrinting, Canonical, and Zephyr. Developers, contributors, and open-source enthusiasts are encouraged to submit their proposals for talks, workshops, and panels by the deadline on July 20.
The conference is designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing within the open-source ecosystem. Building on the success of last year’s event at IIT Mandi, which resulted in the selection of 11 Google Summer of Code (GSoC) contributors, this year’s conference promises to be even more impactful. Leading the conference are Till Kamppeter from OpenPrinting and Aveek Basu from the Linux Foundation’s GSoC program.
Key Details:
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Dates: August 24-26, 2024
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Proposal Deadline: July 20, 2024
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Location: IIT Kanpur
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Partners: Linux Foundation, OpenPrinting, Canonical, Zephyr
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Chairs: Till Kamppeter, Aveek Basu
Participants can look forward to engaging talks, insightful panels by industry experts, and hands-on workshops covering topics such as Linux Kernel Development and DevOps Practices with Ubuntu. Renowned professionals from Canonical, Linux Foundation, and OpenPrinting will lead these engaging sessions. Moreover, attendees will have the opportunity to interact with pioneers in the field through Q&A sessions and a 12-hour hackathon focusing on addressing open-source technology challenges.
The conference agenda will include discussions on key areas like artificial intelligence, contemporary software distribution methodologies, advances in the Internet of Things (IoT), and the evolving landscape of open-source gaming.
Featuring a blend of technical insights, practical workshops, and networking prospects, the event will encompass various facets of open-source technology. An exclusive networking dinner will be organized, facilitating attendees to forge connections and explore potential collaborations for future projects.
By hosting the Opportunity Open Source Conference 2024, IIT Kanpur underscores its dedication to nurturing innovation and teamwork within the open-source community. This event is poised to be a significant rendezvous for developers, contributors, and enthusiasts alike.
Ensure to submit your proposals by July 20 to participate in this consequential event. The Opportunity Open Source Conference 2024 is geared towards propelling open-source development and providing a vibrant platform for learning, networking, and cooperation.
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