Call for Presentations

Do you have a topic you're passionate about? Share your knowledge with the community! We're looking for speakers who want to share insights about free software, open source and open data.

We especially encourage local speakers to submit proposals – your experience from Bergen and the region is valuable!

Presentation formats

Lightning talk (10 min)

Short and concise. Perfect for introducing a concept, showcasing a project, or sharing an idea.

Talk (20-30 min)

Go in-depth on a topic. Ideal for technical presentations, experience sharing, or project walkthroughs.

Topics we're looking for

Free software and open source
Open data and data visualization
Open source projects you contribute to or have started
Tools and technologies for developers
Privacy and digital freedom
Projects and learning experiences (related to OSS)
Community and collaboration in open source

Important dates

Application deadline: August 15th
Speaker confirmation: September 1st
Final presentation deadline: October 1st

We review submitted proposals on a rolling basis. By September 1st, we will have contacted and confirmed speakers. Confirmed speakers must submit their final presentation by October 1st.

Submission requirements

There are three important dates for submitting talk proposals:

August 15th – Application deadline

By August 15th, the following must be submitted:

An abstract explaining what the presentation is about (ca. 5–6 sentences)
A ready presentation in PDF format (optional)
A link to a recording of a previous talk you have given (optional)

September 1st – We contact speakers

By this date, we will have contacted and confirmed speakers.

October 1st – Final deadline for confirmed speakers

All confirmed speakers must submit the following by this deadline:

Final presentation in PDF format. This is what you will be presenting at the conference.

Evaluation criteria

We use the following aspects as guidelines in evaluating presentations:

How relevant is the topic to our core values?*
How current is the topic?
Expected interest among the audience

If a presentation is attached:

How insightful is the angle on the topic?
Does it have a message? What is the underlying message?
How inspiring is it? How engaging is it?
Does it contain any practical/real-world implementations?

*Learn more about our purpose and code of conduct.

Process

Send your proposal by email to taler@boskonf.no
We review all proposals on a rolling basis
You will receive a response by email

Diversity and inclusion

Bergen Open Source welcomes speakers from all backgrounds, creeds and genders. Whether you're an experienced developer, an academic, a volunteer contributor, or giving your first talk, we'd love to hear from you.