Events

New "C++ Day" event in Italy (Italian only)

A full day of C++ in the Italian language:

C++ Day 2016

October 29, 2016

Hotel Londra, Florence.

The site and the event are entirely in Italian. Here is a translation of the main information:

In a nutshell

The C++ Day 2016 is a special full-day event entirely dedicated to the C++ language, hosted in Florence (Italy), one of the most beautiful cities in the World. The event consists in technical sessions, interactive activities and networking.

Italian C++ professionals will speak (in Italian) on different C++ topics, including: C++17, Qt, API Design and Modern C++ for WinRT.

Other scheduled activities: C++ Unconference, C++ Coding Dojo, Template metaprogramming workshop.

 

Who should attend the C++ Day 2016?

This event is made by C++ professionals for C++ professionals, students and enthusiasts.

 

What can I find in the C++ Day 2016?

The agenda consists of 6x60' tech talks1x45' Q/A "Ask Us Everything" closing panel, 1x60' C++ Unconference, 1x60' C++ Coding Dojo, a workshop on Template Metaprogramming.

About the technical sessions, speakers will cover the following topics: C++17 for your daily job, Qt Graphics Stack, Data Oriented Design in C++, Kafka and High Performance Streaming, API Design, Modern C++ for the Windows Runtime (C++/WinRT).

The C++ Unconference is a 60' slot for people who want to open/join discussions on any C++ topic.

The C++ Coding Dojo is an interactive session where people will cooperate to solve programming challenges by wisely applying standard algorithms and containers.

The Template Metaprogramming Workshop will introduce templates and C++ metaprogramming. The workshop is free, however a separate registration is needed (details onto the registration page).

A 45' Q/A "Ask Us Everything" panel closes the event.

1/3 of the event will be spent for networking

Coffee breaks are included (lunch is not and - optionally - can be booked by buying another type of ticket).

You can refer to the detailed program for more information.
 

When and Where will the C++ Day 2016 take place?

The event will be held on October 29, 2016 at Hotel Londra, in Florence (Italy). The hotel is 5 minutes far from the main train station (Firenze Santa Maria Novella)

Check-in opens at 8.30 AM, the main event begins at 9.00 AM and will last for a full day.
 

Who supports this event?

Develer co-organizes the event with us.

Soft2000 is our main sponsor.

JetBrains and O'Reilly are supporting the C++ Day with free licenses and books.

Get in touch if you want to support us!
 

Do I need to register?

The C++ Day 2016 is free, but you must register to facilitate the organization of the event.

Optionally, you can buy a lunch ticket which includes both the event access and the lunch with staff members and speakers.

You can register here.

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Announcing the Meeting C++ Student Program

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From the article:

Rules

  • You are between 18 and 25 years old (Will be checked during registration at the event!)
  • 25 "Students" will be selected from all participants (randomly)
  • Definition of Student: I don't want to define or check who is a student or not. Hence age is only requirement. Age will be checked at the event.
  • The program covers the ticket, but not costs for travel and accomondation
  • Workshops are not included
  • No cheating or manipulation in any form (exclusion from program)
  • The ticket is not transferable, no refund for purchased tickets
  • There is no recourse to legal action