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We are pleased to introduce our second keynote speaker for EuroPython 2016: Jameson Rollins.
About Jameson Rollins
Jameson is a staff scientist in the LIGO project, based at the California Institute of Technology:
“I have worked on many aspects of gravitational wave detection over the years, from laser light sources, to algorithms for low-latency data analysis. I’m currently interested in problems of detector control, and am the developer of the LIGO automation system. I have a B.S. in physics from the University of Michigan, and a Ph.D. in physics from Columbia University in the City of New York.”
The Keynote: LIGO - The Dawn of Gravitational Wave Astronomy
Scientists have been searching for the elusive gravitational wave for more than half a century.
This detection marks the dawn of a new age of gravitational wave astronomy, where we routinely hear the sounds emanating from deep within the most energetic events in the Universe.
This talk will cover the events leading up to one of the most important discoveries of the last century, and the myriad of ways in which Python enabled the effort.
We are pleased to introduce our first keynote speaker for EuroPython 2016: Nicholas Tollervey.
About Nicholas Tollervey
Nicholas is a classically trained musician, philosophy graduate, teacher, author (for O'Reilly) and freelance programmer.
He was a founding member of the London Python Code Dojo, created and organized PyCon UK’s education track and is a fellow of the Python Software Foundation. He also proposed, coordinated and contributed to the PSF’s partnership with the BBC in the creation of the micro:bit.
He’s just like this biography: concise, honest and full of useful information.
The Keynote: A Million Children (and MicroPython)
The BBC micro:bit is a small programmable device for children. A million of them have been handed out to the UK’s 11 and 12 years olds. The Python Software Foundation was a partner in this moon-shot scheme and, thanks to the efforts of Damien George, MicroPython (a full reimplementation of Python 3) runs on the device.
In his keynote, Nicholas will tell the story of the project, describe Python’s role in it and explain how the wider Python community can become involved. It may involve demonstrations, live coding and audience participation.
The Program work group is happy to announce that there will be an extra Call for Proposals early in June. This call is limited to hot topics and most recent developments in software and technology.
Why is there a second call ?
Planning a big conference is a challenge: On one hand people like to know what will be on our talk schedule to make up their mind and make travel arrangements early. On the other hand technology is progressing at the speed of light these days.
So what’s the solution ? Attend anyway - EuroPython is always a great idea !
Seriously, we have given this some thought and decided to make another extra Call for Proposals just weeks before the conference.
This CfP is strictly reserved for
hot topics
emerging technologies
brand new developments in software & hardware
recent results in research and science
Some suggestions for topics:
Exciting new hardware & Internet of Things
Robotics
Virtual Reality
AI & Deep Learning
This call will be open for nine days only:
Saturday June 4th 0:00 to Sunday June 12th 24:00 CEST.
The program work group will select the most exciting and intriguing submissions and will notify the winners on short notice.
We are happy to announce the schedule for EuroPython 2016 in Bilbao. The program WG has been working hard trying to fit all the sessions in the last few weeks.
With over 180 sessions, over 150 speakers, one day for workshops, 5 days of talks, training, keynotes, lightning talks and open spaces, followed by 2 days of sprints, EuroPython will be one of the most exciting and vibrant Python events this year:
The schedule is available in table and list format. Please note that we are still applying changes to the slots and will also add some more interesting special sessions to it in the coming days.
Early in June we will have a short second Call for Proposals, limited
to hot topics and most recent developments in software and technology.
We will announce details soon.
Many thanks to everyone who submitted proposals. EuroPython wouldn’t be possible without our speakers.
If you want to join the fun, be sure to get your tickets as soon as possible, since ticket sales usually start picking up quite a bit after we announce the schedule.
Just in case you didn’t find enough Easter eggs today, we have a whole basket of them waiting for you: the first set of accepted sessions for EuroPython 2016 in Bilbao.
From the around 300 proposals, 156 sessions were chosen for EuroPython 2016 in the first round:
125 talks
20 training sessions
11 local track talks
We still have several other session types coming (helpdesks, posters, panels, interactive sessions). These will announced separately.
Early in June we will have a short second Call for Proposals, limited to hot topics and most recent developments in software and technology. We will announce details soon.
Many thanks to everyone who submitted proposals. EuroPython wouldn’t be possible without our speakers.
The program work group will now work on the schedule. Given the number of sessions, this may take a while, but we’ll try to get it done as quickly as possible. The WG is also putting together a submission waiting list, which will be used to fill slots of speakers who cannot attend. Speakers on the waiting list will be contacted by the end of next week.
You can search for topics and communicate your personal interest by casting your vote for each talk and training submission on our talk voting page:
Talk voting will be open until Sunday, March 20.
The program workgroup (WG) will then use the talk voting results as basis for their talk selection and announce the list of accepted talks late in March and the schedule shortly thereafter in April.
Having received almost 300 great proposals for talks, trainings, helpdesks and posters, we now call out to all attendees
to vote for what you want to see on the conference schedule.
Please note that you have to have a ticket for EuroPython 2016, or have submitted a talk proposal yourself, in order to participate.
You will be able to search for topics and communicate your personal interest by casting your vote for each talk and training submission on our talk voting page:
Talk voting will be open from Monday, March 14, until Sunday, March 20.
The program workgroup (WG) will then use the talk voting results as basis for their talk selection and announce the list of accepted talks late in March and the schedule shortly thereafter in April.
In short, we will be giving out grants in three categories:
Free tickets
Travel costs
Accommodation
Anyone who wants to attend EuroPython 2016 can apply, including people who have already purchased tickets. We want to make the event affordable for as many people as possible.
We
are still looking for sponsors to increase the budget we have available
for financial aid. If your company would like to sign up as financial
aid sponsor, please contact the sponsors team.
We will be switching to regular ticket prices very soon now:
Student: EUR 120.00 (only available for students; please bring your student card)
Personal: EUR 360.00 (for people enjoying Python from home)
Business: EUR 580.00 (for people using Python to make a living)
but still have a few early-bird tickets left.
If you buy until tomorrow at midnight (Tuesday, March 1st, 23:59 CET), you can save up to EUR 200 on early-bird prices, compared to the above regular prices:
