Schedule¶
Write the Docs is more than a conference. Each year we organize a wide range of events so that people can come together, collaborate, and learn from each other in different ways.
All times are in Pacific Time.
Saturday, 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.Hike¶
If you get into town early, join us on the hike and take the chance to explore Portland in all of its glory.
- Where: Lower Macleay Park or Macleay Park Entrance.
- Details: Annual hike to Pittock Mansion
Sunday, May 7¶
Join us for the Writing Day and work with fellow documentarians on a project. Followed by the reception in the evening.Snacks and drinks will be provided throughout the day.
Writing Day¶
Get together with other documentarians and work on an open source project and learn some new skills.
- Where: Library & Astoria room (Bottom floor)
- Details: Writing Day documentation sprints
Welcome Wagon Introduction¶
Is this your first time at Write the Docs? Join us for an informal Introduction to Write the Docs, to the Welcome Wagon, and to other first-time conference attendees. We’ll pass on some information about the conference specifically for first-timers and give everyone a chance to meet someone new.
- Where: Library & Astoria room (Bottom floor)
- Details: Welcome Wagon Guide
Reception¶
We encourage everyone to drop by on Sunday evening for the conference reception. This is a great chance to meet other attendees, and make sure you know your way around the conference venue.
- Where: Revolution Hall, Library & Astoria room (Bottom floor)
Monday, May 8¶
This is the main event! Hear from lots of interesting folks about all things documentation. We will have talks all day, and unconference sessions running in parallel.Snacks and drinks will be provided throughout the day.
Conference Talks¶
Talks are around 30 minutes, with moderated on-stage 10 minute Q&A.
- Where: Revolution Hall
- Details: Conference Speakers
Unconference¶
The unconference sessions run in parallel to the main conference talks, with each session happening during a corresponding talk on the main stage.
- Where: Revolution Hall, Library & Astoria room (Bottom floor)
- Details: Unconference
Tuesday, May 9¶
And the conference goes on! More talks and unconference today, along with our Sponsor Expo!Snacks and drinks will be provided throughout the day.
Conference Talks¶
Talks are around 30 minutes, with moderated on-stage 10 minute Q&A.
- Where: Revolution Hall
- Details: Conference Speakers
Sponsor Expo¶
The Sponsor Expo is a great chance to talk with some of our sponsors who are hiring, and get a sense of the job market.
- Where: Revolution Hall, Sponsor area
- Details: Sponsor Expo
Unconference¶
The unconference sessions run in parallel to the main conference talks, with each session happening during a corresponding talk on the main stage.
- Where: Revolution Hall, Library & Astoria room (Bottom floor)
- Details: Unconference
Social Event¶
The official Write the Docs social! Expect a relaxed atmosphere where you can chat and network with your fellow documentarians.
Snacks and drinks (non-alcoholic & alcoholic) will be provided.