Lightning Talks Workshop

Have you ever thought about giving a technical talk but we’re too nervous to follow through? Are you interested in learning from and getting to know with other technical women? Do you want some accountability to learn about something new? Are you a student who wants to gain confidence talking about technical subjects?

If you are interested in any of the above, join us for our upcoming lightning talk workshop!

This event is co-hosted in-person and hybrid Codecinella/Women In Tech event in the Bubbler Room at the library in downtown Madison or online via Zoom.

In-Person vs. Online
When you RSVP here on Meetup, you'll be asked if you plan to attend online or in-person. In-person folks are welcome to mask or not mask as they prefer.

Online Attendees
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83059977175?pwd=VWlDUWxmV0NPZUJnUkUzVE55dUliQT09

Zoom URL for this event will be shared day-of. Zoom is a free video-conferencing platform, with mobile and desktop apps. Learn more about installing and using it here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362033-Getting-Started-on-Windows-and-Mac

Schedule
6:30pm-6:45pm Quick overview of the event and a few tips for preparing a lightening talk.
6:45pm- approximately 7:30pm Brainstorm, research and prepare quick 5 minute lightning talks.
Approximately 7:30-8:30 We'll take turns presenting our talks. The exact cut off between preparation and presentation will depend on the number of participants

FAQ
What is a lightning talk? For our purposes, lightning talks are simply short talks. Talks will be limited to 5 minutes, and are encouraged to be technical in nature. (An introduction to a technical topic definitely counts!)

Do I have to talk? We'd love to get everyone involved and presenting. But, it's not a requirement for attendance.

What will I talk about? Any technical, or technology related, topic you want! If you need some inspiration we have a theme of "buzz words". Pick your favorite, or least favorite, buzz word and tell everyone about it. Use this as an opportunity to learn something new, or show off what you already know.

Do I need to have a talk prepared? No, we'll spend the first half of the event brainstorming/preparing, you can easily come up with a topic and talk during that time. If you do come prepared with a talk, you can help others brainstorm and prepare.

Do I need to bring a computer? We’d recommend you bring a laptop or other internet connected device to research, prepare and/or present your talk.

Are men invited? As with all Codecinella events, men are welcome to attend. But our focus is on encouraging women in tech to take leadership roles. As such, in the event that we run out of time slots, women speakers will be prioritized over men.

Transportation
Visit the Madison Central Library website to learn more about nearby parking and public transportation options: https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/locations/central-library

Accessibility/Inclusion
The Madison Central Library is an accessible building. The Bubbler Room is located on the first floor and has at least one gender-inclusive and ADA bathroom.
All genders are welcome at this event.

Code of Conduct
While this event is open to all genders, Codecinella and Madison Women in Tech deliberately curate spaces for and by women and nonbinary folks. Men who attend are expected to listen, and not center themselves or their experiences.
All attendees agree to adhere to the Madison Women in Tech code of conduct: https://madisonwomen.tech/about/code-of-conduct