We can’t believe it. WordCamp Dublin starts tomorrow morning (8am registration, 9am opening remarks, full schedule) and we just passed the 220 tickets sold mark.
So, THANK YOU. This wouldn’t happen without you. And our sponsors. And our amazing volunteers. After all, WordCamp Dublin is and will always be a non-for-profit event.
Anyway, here are 5 last-minute things you should know before tomorrow!
1. Dress Casual.
WordCamps are truly casual conferences – rarely you’ll meet people wearing a tie! So, dress comfortably and plan for any possible weather – we’re in Ireland after all!
The atmosphere is quite relaxed, and you can even hang out with your new friends away from the two stages while sipping coffee and sneakily eating yet another chocolate-covered digestive.
2. Come Prepared.
Take a look at the schedule before arriving at DCU. What are the top 5 talks you really need to attend, no matter what?
Well, try to make it there on time. Arrive early to avoid delays at registration so that you can follow your fav sessions and listen to your fav speakers!
Not sure what sessions to attend? Check these blogs or talk to the volunteers to get specific tips!
3. Chat, Network, Learn… and Relax.
Challenge yourself to meet at least 10 new people – there will be time around meals, in the area outside the sessions, at the after-party… Or just sit next to someone you don’t know and introduce yourself!
However, don’t forget the relax bit. You can drink a free coffee (or two). Or maybe go for a walk around beautiful DCU. Why not, you can grab your jacket and go for a nap under a tree… Everything is allowed 🙂
4. Thank Speakers, Sponsors, Anybody Really…
Of course, you can also chat with #WCDUB sponsors, grab some free swag or spend some time at the WP Help Desk, where you can ask our volunteers questions on a 1-to-1 basis!
Either way, don’t forget to let people know you liked their presentation. Or that you loved the swag. Or that you appreciated your chats.
They will love it.
5. Remember It’s Dublin’s 1st WordCamp
There is always room for improvement, mostly for a first-time event. If you notice something frustrating, boring, wrong or irritating, come talk to us and we’ll make sure to help you as soon as we can.
There will be volunteers and organisers available all day (and night) long, so feel free to report if you don’t like something.
This also applies if you’ve got great feedback BTW 🙂
We’ve done our best… and now it’s time to kick off!
So, see you tomorrow at 8 (OMG….), and have a safe journey to DCU!!!