Software Crafting & Testing Open Space: Zaventem

Do you have a passion, interest, or curiosity in software development and testing?
Do you enjoy learning new ideas, techniques, and insights?
Do you want to meet like-minded peers in a relaxed and inspiring environment?

Awesome — so do we.

SoCraTesBE is a non-profit, community-driven organisation committed to providing members with an open and welcoming space to discuss all things software crafting and testing.
Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting your journey, you're most welcome to join us!

Format

SoCraTesBE events follow the unconference format — meaning no predefined agenda.
Instead, we build the program together on the night of the event, using an "open space" format that encourages dynamic, relevant, and self-directed discussions.
It’s a unique opportunity to learn from others, share your experiences, and grow as a developer or tester — no matter your current level.
You are not expected to propose a topic, step into the spotlight, or speak in public.
But we can assure you… it's more fun if you do.

Lightning Talks

We kick off the evening with short lightning talks. These are informal, time-boxed presentations where you can share something cool, noteworthy, surprising, or just plain fun.
Got a story, tool, insight, or even a lesson learned from failure? We’d love to hear it.
No slides required. No pressure. It’s a great first step if you’re new to speaking.

Open Space Sessions

After lightning talks, we’ll create a shared agenda using the “marketplace of ideas.” Everyone is invited to suggest topics, host sessions, or simply participate in the conversations that interest them.
We’ll have several rooms available for 30-minute parallel sessions. These can take any shape: a technical demo, group discussion, mobbing session, deep-dive Q&A, or even a hallway walk-and-talk.
No expertise required. If you're curious about a topic and want to explore it with others, that's enough to host a session.
Come as you are. Bring questions, stories, and your open mind.
We only ask that all participants follow our code of conduct and the guidance of our facilitators.
Still unsure what an Open Space is like?
Join us — and find out what the buzz is all about.

Code of Conduct

We are committed to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), or technology choices.
Harassment of any kind will not be tolerated.
Let’s be better than that — and help others feel welcome, too.

Practical

🧃 Food and Drinks
Thanks to our sponsor & host, TMC, we’ll have snacks and drinks available for all attendees.
(Feel free to let us know about any dietary restrictions when signing up.)

🏢 Our Host: TMC
We’re grateful to TMC for hosting this event at their Zaventem office.
As a global, multicultural technology consultancy, they deeply value enabling the agency of their employees.
TMC pioneers the "Employeneurship" business model — a mix between the security of a permanent contract and the freedom of entrepreneurial endeavours.
Their values closely align with ours, and they’re strong supporters of knowledge-sharing communities like SoCraTesBE.

🅿️ Access & Parking
🕕 Doors open at 18:30
Further details TBC

RSVP

Spots are limited, and catering depends on the headcount.
Please be sure to RSVP through this page. If you can no longer attend, kindly update your status so someone else can join.
Let’s learn, share, and grow — together.