Once the Tutorial Day has finished, the PHPNW17 Conference Weekend will kick off with the always popular Hackathon – a coding social! Attendees can code as individuals, pairs or groups on a variety of projects to practise and collaborate. Drinks, food and games will also be provided.

The Conference begins with a special talk provided by our carefully selected Keynote Speaker, and then splits into three different tracks as an ‘Unconference’ track which runs alongside the official schedule. Sponsors with exhibition stands will have plentiful opportunities to interact with delegates during breaks and meals. An attractive stand with giveaways or games is always a huge hit with our attendees.

All delegates and Sponsors are invited to attend the Saturday Evening Social for a meal and a drink... or three! This is the perfect chance to network with the PHP community, meeting potential recruits or business partners. Many previous attendees have voiced how valuable this time for networking is, and that with the friendly atmosphere that the PHPNW Conference prides itself on. It is very easy to get involved, make new connections and discuss current and future industry developments.

Sunday consists of three Conference tracks and a closing Keynote Speaker. Sponsors will also have the opportunity to stay for the morning as exhibitors and to meet delegates not yet met. This is usually when we announce the winers of the prize giveaways put on throughout the weekend. We also thank our Sponsors, Speakers and helpers from the community for their contribution to this year’s PHPNW Conference.