The conference focused on all things related to software documentation.

Portland, Oregon
May 7-9, 2023

The Portland 2023 conference is now over. Thanks for coming!

What is Write the Docs?

Write the Docs brings everyone who writes the docs together in the same room: Programmers, Tech Writers, Support, Designers, Developer Advocates, and more. We all have things to learn from each other, and there’s no better way than sitting together and talking.

We invite you to join 300 other folks in our event to explore the art and science of documentation.

Please review our Health and Safety policy to ensure a safe conference for all our attendees.

Live streaming is available during the conference. You do not need a ticket to watch the stream. Videos of talks will be published after the conference.

Schedule Overview

Hike

May 6

If you're in town early, join us for the hike. Portland has excellent access to the woods right in the city, and we'll be exploring Forest Park and the Hoyt Arboretum.

Writing Day

May 7

Join us for the Writing Day and work with fellow documentarians on a project. Followed by the reception in the evening.

Main Conference

May 8-9

The main days of the conference. We will be running one main track of talks, as well as a Sponsor Expo, Lightning Talks & Unconference.

Updates from the team