In the wake of COVID-19, many cloud-native communities struggle to regain their former footing. This talk draws inspiration from Stardew Valley to provide actionable strategies for reviving and revitalizing your cloud-native community meetup. Just like restoring a farm, revitalizing a community requires careful planning, dedication, and a touch of gamification. We'll discuss the strategies used for a successful comeback of the Barcelona community, such as engaging older and new organizers, finding captivating topics and events, securing venues and sponsors, attracting speakers, or establishing a regular meetup schedule. Join me as we transform a community from a neglected patch of land back into a thriving hub of learning and connection!

1. Stardew Valley is developed by ConcernedApe, who holds copyright on all game assets
Stardew Valley is developed by ConcernedApe, who holds copyright on all game assets

2. Stardew Valley is developed by ConcernedApe, who holds copyright on all game assets
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• Farming simulation game by ConcernedApe (2016).
• You inherit your grandfather's rundown farm and set out to
revitalize it. You grow crops, raise animals, fish, explore mines,
and befriend the townsfolk.
• With a strong sense of community, relationships are a big part of
the game.

3. Stardew Valley is developed by ConcernedApe, who holds copyright on all game assets

4. Stardew Valley is developed by ConcernedApe, who holds copyright on all game assets
https://ca.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torredeflot

5. Stardew Valley is developed by ConcernedApe, who holds copyright on all game assets
What to Expect from this Session?
• Story of our farm – Cloud Native Barcelona

6. Stardew Valley is developed by ConcernedApe, who holds copyright on all game assets
• Story of our farm – Cloud Native Barcelona
• Lessons learned when rebuilding our farm
What to Expect from this Session?

7. Stardew Valley is developed by ConcernedApe, who holds copyright on all game assets
• Story of our farm – Cloud Native Barcelona
• Lessons learned when rebuilding our farm
• Planning next seasons at the farm
What to Expect from this Session?

8. Stardew Valley is developed by ConcernedApe, who holds copyright on all game assets
• Story of our farm – Cloud Native Barcelona
• Lessons learned when rebuilding our farm
• Planning next seasons at the farm
• Q & A with some…
What to Expect from this Session?

9. Stardew Valley is developed by ConcernedApe, who holds copyright on all game assets

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Our Farm STORY

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FctwXDbx7Is

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Enter the Stardoop Saloon!

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https://community.cncf.io/cloud-native-barcelona

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Planning a special Event for the relaunch

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Our own Egg Festival

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Cloud Native Sustainability Week

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Where are we now?

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https://community.cncf.io/events/details/cncf-kcd-spain-presents-kcd-barcelona-2024

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Lessons
learned

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Cloud Native Barcelona organizing team
Pablo Chacin Rael Garcia Ross Fairbanks
Ro Santalla
Niki Manoledakis
Dimitris Kapanidis Imma Valls Jose A. Ortiz
Christian Polanco

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KCD Barcelona organizing team
Almudena Vivanco Ana Carmona Christian Polanco David Ricordel
Imma Valls Jose A. Ortiz Pablo Chacin Rael García

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https://bit.ly/cloud-native-barcelona-organizers-checklist

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Craft Your Own Recipe & Make regular Meetups Sustainable

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plant crops in the right season to ensure a good harvest

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Plan for next
seasons

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Multiplayer mode: Co-Op

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Multiplayer mode: Co-Op
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Joint events with affinity groups

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https://diversestardewvalley.weebly.com/
Diverse Stardew Valley Mod

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6bmwkL_-FM

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1. Community Matters - Don’t be a Lone Farmer!
2. Craft your Meetup Recipe
3. Plan your Meetup Seasons Ahead
4. Multiplayer mode: Co-Op
5. Build a Diverse & Better Community
Summary

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Q&A

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Thanks!
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