Schedule:
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5.15pm - 5.30pm: Sign in and network/Food and drinks
5.30pm - Welcome
5.35pm - 6.05pm: Talk 1 and Q&A
6.10pm - 6.40pm: Talk 2 and Q&A
6.45pm - 7pm: Event closes
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Talk 1: Ryan Blunden: Writing scripts and creating technical educational videos
Being able to create engaging video content for developers is a valuable skill, but it can feel like a daunting task compared to writing documentation.
In this session, Ryan will explain why creating compelling technical videos is less about flashy production and more about good structure, clear thinking, and getting comfortable in front of the camera through practice.
About Ryan: Ryan Blunden is a technical content specialist who combines engineering expertise with content creation skills. Drawing from his software engineering background and decade-plus experience in technical communication, he helps companies produce educational content that resonates with developer audiences and drives product adoption. His work spans blog posts, documentation, videos, and training materials, with a proven track record of increasing visibility and improving technical user engagement.
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Talk 2: Developer-led Release Notes: The Art of Selling a Process
Jared has been working over the past year and a bit to foster a culture of developer-led release note creation.
- It started with: "I don't have enough time to write release notes!"
- It ended with: "Follow the Managing Errata process and ask for help if you need it."
There are a few insights that Jared uncovered along the way that might come in handy if you are faced with a task like this.
If you like the sound of that, then come and listen to "Developer-led Release Notes: The Art of Selling a Process".
RSVP instructions
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This is not a virtual/hybrid event. Please RSVP only if you can make it in-person to this event. This event may be recorded and available for viewing later (depending on the video recording logistics).
For catering purposes and to free up availability if you cannot make it, please confirm or change your RSVP closer to the date accordingly.
Venue logistics
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You will be required to sign in at reception when you come in, show a photo ID for security purposes, and collect a guest pass to access the event room.
