The document is a survival guide for attendees of an event, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and preparation. Attendees are encouraged to plan their time effectively by selecting sessions that suit their interests, and to engage actively with presenters and fellow attendees. Additional networking opportunities, such as sponsor stands and social media interactions, are highlighted for maximizing the event experience.

1. ROBERT MACLEAN
Survival Guide

2. Before the event
> Know yourself
• Where your skill are & what level are they at
• What do you need to know in the future
> Get plenty of sleep before hand, it is a long day
> Venue is a nice size, so won’t be lots of walking. Wear comfortable
clothes though.

3. Check the agenda & plan
Click these for
more detail on
speaker & session
Plan your time – there is
six sessions at one time.
Pick the best for you!
Don’t let the idea of a
Sponsors track put you off.
There is some amazing
speakers in there.

4. Don’t judge a session by its title alone
> Topic might imply SQL or reporting
> Track gives a hint that it isn’t about
that
> Abstract is clear

5. Sessions
> All sessions are 30min in length
> Style will be down to presenter, most should be presentation style
with some interaction.
> 30min forces the speaker to identify the kernel of the idea. Make sure
you find it too.
> Take notepad & pen
> Engage the presenters after the session

6. Networking
> Stands
• Many sponsors will have a stand
• Great opportunity to network, get contacts & sometimes freebies!
> Twitter
• @DevConfZA
• #DevConf

7. /* THANK YOU*/
ROBERT MACLEAN
@rmaclean
http://www.devconf.co.za/