Presentations
Sponsored events
Competa organizes regular presentations at the conference center. The events are usually held in the evening to make it easy for people to attend, and food and drinks are provided for free.
TechTalks
keeping the content technical
We sponsor presentations by invited speakers that will be of interest to technical IT professionals. The presentations are of a highly technical nature, and completely free from marketing and sales talk.
The TechTalks are an opportunity to meet others, share experiences and learn about technology. In addition to networking with other technical people you can build your skills and improve your CV.
Recent presentations have included
- Software development: Python and Django
- Networking: IPv6, Wireless, IP QoS
- Operating Systems: Open Solaris, FreeBSD, Embedded Systems, Timekeeping, ZFS
- Middleware and tools: Puppet
- General: Research Infrastructure, Web Performance Analysis
Business Updates
benefit from technology
Competa business seminars provide up to the minute information on key business technology issues. Expert speakers and case study presenters from a range of organisations are selected to share their knowledge and experience with delegates. The seminars are focused and a practical way to learn about more specific issues.
Events provide great networking opportunities whilst bringing your knowledge of key business technology issues completely up to date.
Presentations cover business questions and issues, such as:
- Sustainable development and corporate responsibility
- Demographics and trends in Social Media
- Green computing: reducing your carbon footprint
- Cloud computing: separating the truth from the hype
We are always looking for more speakers, so if you know about an interesting subject and would like to share your knowledge with the rest of the community please tell us and we will organize an event. Don't worry if you are inexperienced in giving presentations. Competa events are informal and the ideal place to practice your presentation skills. Competa can also help with reviewing material and tips on presentation skills.
