Scalendar April 2024

Event-driven Newsletter

Another month full of packed events, not only around Scala conferences in April 2024 but also Frontend Development, and Software Architecture—all set to give you a treasure trove of learning and networking opportunities. There’re online and real-world events that you can join in order to meet colleagues and experts from all over the world and surely help you advance both your knowledge and career. 

Scala Conferences April 2024

Dallas Scala Enthusiasts

• April 12, 2024
• Online
• https://www.meetup.com/dallas-scala-enthusiasts/events/298502154/ 

The Dallas Scala Enthusiast is dedicated to individuals interested in Scala, from software developers to architects and leaders. The group aims to explore Scala’s language, ecosystem, frameworks, and the hybrid functional programming/object-oriented paradigm through regular meetings. Open to participation, with a need for speakers and new topics, they encourage members to reach out for scheduling presentations or discussing desired content. The group provides a platform for learning, sharing, and connecting with others in the field, catering to both beginners and seasoned professionals in Scala.

ScalaBridge London

• April 17, 2024
• London, UK
• https://www.meetup.com/scalabridge-london/events/299749032/ 

Join ScalaBridge London for their first in-person event of the year, hosted by Tray.io. This event is perfect for those new to ScalaBridge, offering hands-on learning in small groups led by experienced mentors. Attendees can delve into programming fundamentals or web development, with flexibility to cover other topics if there’s interest and a suitable mentor. ScalaBridge London focuses on cultural diversity and supporting women in technology, providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all attendees to learn and grow.

The Atlanta Scala Meetup

• April 3, 2024
• Online
• https://www.meetup.com/atlanta-scala/events/299314146/ 

Join the Atlanta Scala Meetup Group for their monthly virtual gatherings aimed at Scala enthusiasts. The meetups occur on the first Tuesday of every month at 7 PM Eastern Time. These sessions are designed for community interaction, learning, presentations, and workshops, providing a platform for Scala practitioners to network, share knowledge, and discover job opportunities or talent for hire. The format is flexible, fostering a mix of community participation with opportunities for members to present on interesting technologies or gain new insights.

London Scala Talks

• April 18, 2024
• London, UK
• https://www.meetup.com/london-scala/events/299735983/ 

Join the London Scala Talks for an engaging evening with Daniela Sfregola, Valerie Saunders, and Modestas Ruksnaitis, discussing topics like the Optimus Cirrus platform and object-oriented & implicit polymorphism in Scala. Daniela Sfregola, with over ten years in software engineering, shares insights from her work on Optimus Cirrus at Morgan Stanley, while Valerie Saunders discusses the Scala & Java platform’s role in creating performant applications and Modestas Ruksnaitis explores Scala’s unique approach to polymorphism.

Software Architecture

Gateway Software Symposium 2024

• April 5 – 6, 2024
• St. Louis, United States
• https://nofluffjuststuff.com/stlouis 

The Gateway Software Symposium, part of the No Fluff Just Stuff (NFJS) conference series, is a premier event for software developers and architects, offering a blend of in-depth sessions on new technologies, tools, software architecture, and leadership skills. The conference features respected industry figures like Venkat Subramaniam, Craig Walls, and others, delivering over forty educational sessions, hands-on code examples, and expert panels.

QCon London 2024

• April 8 – 10, 2024
• London, United Kingdom
• https://qconlondon.com/ 

QCon London offers a unique blend of learning from established industry experts across various domains, such as cloud-native engineering, software architecture, leadership, and emerging trends like GenAI and Large Language Models. Renowned for its no-marketing approach, QCon provides actionable insights and real-world solutions from senior software engineers, architects, and technical team leads. The event is backed by speakers, including Ryan Blue, Jemma Hussein Allen, and others, aiming to foster knowledge and innovation among attendees.

Serverless Architecture Conference Online 2024

• April 8 – 11, 2024
• London UK / Online
• https://serverless-architecture.io/london/ 

The Serverless Architecture Conference is a premier event for mastering cloud-native architectures, serverless development, and functions. Attendees have the opportunity to learn from industry experts through an array of sessions and workshops, exploring topics from mainframe applications to modern serverless solutions, efficiency in serverless architectures, and the latest trends like Generative AI in the serverless world. The conference boasts a stellar lineup of speakers, including Torsten Hopf, Sven Al Hamad, and Diana Todea, covering innovative serverless technologies and best practices.

API Conference London 2024

• April 08 – 11, 2024
• London UK / Online
• https://apiconference.net/london/ 

The API Conference is dedicated to Web APIs, design, and management, offering an engaging blend of in-depth workshops and sessions. The conference, part of a multi-conference event, allows attendees to expand their knowledge across related domains, providing a comprehensive view on API development, security, and management with speakers like Matthias Biehl and Daniel Lübke.

Apidays Singapore 2024

• April 12 – 13, 2024
• Singapore, Singapore
• https://www.apidays.global/singapore/ 

Apidays Singapore is a significant event connecting customers, businesses, and technology, expecting over 1,000 participants and featuring more than 50 sessions and speakers. This conference emphasizes the transformative power of APIs in accelerating economic growth and enhancing business operations, attracting a global community of CIOs, CTOs, developers, and other tech professionals. Apidays Singapore 2024 will cover a range of topics, including business models, security, digital transformation, and the latest in API technology, providing invaluable insights from industry leaders.

Great International Developer Summit 2024

• April 23 – 26, 2024
• Bengaluru, India
• https://developersummit.com/ 

The GIDS India 2024 is a comprehensive event for software development enthusiasts, covering a wide array of topics across front-end, back-end, architecture, and more through over 150 sessions. The conference not only offers insights into the latest technological trends but also provides a platform for interaction with leading companies, enhancing understanding of their development culture and potential opportunities. It’s a unique space for developers to learn about new tools and technologies, foster significant business relationships, and network with peers and mentors.

Shift Miami 2024

• April 23, 2024
• Miami, United States
• https://shift.infobip.com/us/ 

Shift Miami is gearing up to offer another engaging experience for developers, tech enthusiasts, and industry leaders. This conference is designed to dive deep into the intersections of APIs and Developer Experience (DevEx), aiming to enhance development workflows and foster the creation of user-friendly software. Attendees can expect to learn, grow, and get inspired through over 150 sessions covering a wide range of tech topics, meet potential employers, and engage with top-notch vendors and sponsors.

DDD South West 2024

• April 27, 2024
• Bristol, United Kingdom
• https://dddsouthwest.com/ 

DDD South West is a community-driven, non-profit developer conference aimed at fostering inclusivity and learning. The event celebrates developers, offering them a platform to learn, share, and connect with like-minded individuals in a welcoming environment. It’s also an excellent opportunity for new and experienced speakers to gain visibility and for sponsors to engage directly with the tech community. Attendees can participate in session voting to tailor the conference to their interests.

Apidays New York 2024

• April 30 – May 1, 2024
• New York City, United States 
• https://www.apidays.global/new-york/ 

APIdays, the world-leading series of API conferences, brings together over 1,000 participants and companies for an insightful exploration into the API economy in the AI era. The event features 50+ sessions and speakers, focusing on the transformative power of APIs combined with AI to scale interactions and generate unprecedented business value. Attendees, ranging from CIOs to developers, will learn from over 5,000 past speakers. With a global community spanning North America, EMEA, and APAC, APIdays offers a platform to share knowledge, network, and discover the latest in API integration and AI advancements.

Frontend

Epic Web Conference 2024

• April 11, 2024
• Park City, USA
• https://www.epicweb.dev/conf 

Experience the Epic Web Conference 2024, a gathering tailored for full stack web developers eager to engage in discussions that ignite groundbreaking open source projects, web innovations, and entrepreneurial ventures. The event promises an unparalleled opportunity to connect with global peers, explore cutting-edge topics, and gain insights from esteemed speakers. With sessions covering diverse themes like advanced React patterns, AI-driven development, and database performance optimization, participants can expect a dynamic environment conducive to collaboration and learning.

The Ultimate React Conference in Miami

• April 19 – 20, 2024
• Miami, USA
• https://www.reactmiami.com/ 

Epic Web Conference 2024, a gathering tailored for full stack web developers eager to engage in discussions that ignite groundbreaking open source projects, web innovations, and entrepreneurial ventures. The event promises an unparalleled opportunity to connect with global peers, explore cutting-edge topics, and gain insights from esteemed speakers. With sessions covering diverse themes like advanced React patterns, AI-driven development, and database performance optimization, participants can expect a dynamic environment conducive to collaboration and learning.

The French React Conference

• April 22, 2024
• Paris, France
• https://reactconnection.io/ 

React Connection is a significant event for the React developer community in France. Dedicated entirely to React developers, this conference offers a full day of compelling talks and networking opportunities. Held at Pan Piper in Paris, attendees can expect to engage with industry leaders like Mark Erikson, Sara Vieira, Maël Nison, and more. The program includes discussions on various topics such as Redux, 3D and React, React’s rendering behavior, GraphQL, and the future of React.  For those interested in the broader React ecosystem, there’s an option to attend React Native Connection, happening the day after React Connection.

International JavaScript Conference London 2024

• April 8 – 11, 2024
• London, United Kingdom
• https://javascript-conference.com/london/ 

The event features a dynamic program with a lineup of renowned speakers covering a range of topics in JavaScript development, including workshops on modern Angular architectures, full-stack development with NextJS, web components with TypeScript, security vulnerabilities in Node.js, and more. Attendees can choose between participating in person in London or joining online, with both options offering unique advantages.

jsday 2024

• April 11 – 12, 2024
• Verona, Italy
• https://2024.jsday.it/ 

JavaScript conference will feature an international lineup of speakers, including Aashima Ahuja, Gonzalo Beviglia, and many others, discussing topics like Event Loop, Micro-frontends, and TypeScript. Organized by GrUSP, known for phpday and reactjsday, this event promises extensive insights into the latest in JavaScript development. Embrace this opportunity to enhance your skills, network with industry professionals, and explore Verona.

Vue.js Day 2024

• April 17, 2024
• Online
• https://www.wearedevelopers.com/event/vue-js-day-april-2024 

WeAreDevelopers is organizing Vue.js Day as part of its conference lineup, highlighting this favorite, lightweight yet robust framework, which is merely 18 kb in size. Since its release six years ago, VueJS has fostered a large, active community, contributing to its growth on platforms like Reddit and Discord. It offers robust testing tools and a straightforward plugin system. The event is accessible to all, with free registration providing immediate access to video sessions, career opportunities, and the latest developer trends. Be part of this live event and others upcoming, such as Web3 Day, Cloud Day, Security Day, and Machine Learning Day, to enhance your skills and engage more actively with the developer community.

ConfrontJS 2024

• April 12, 2024
• Warsaw, Poland
• https://confrontjs.pl/ 

Get ready for the ultimate Front-End Conference experience in Warsaw. This day-long event is specifically designed for the next generation of front-end professionals, offering a wealth of learning and networking opportunities. Hear from industry leaders such as Chris Heilmann, Tejas Kumar, and Keren Kenzi, among others, as they share their insights and experiences. With a streamlined program consisting of 12 speakers, it’s perfect opportunity for mid-level to advanced front-end professionals to expand their knowledge and connect with others in the field.

dev.js Summit 2024

• April 18, 2024
• Online
• https://devjssummit.pl/ 

The conference will take place in the form of an online broadcast. It is addressed to architects, senior, and medium developers in web technologies. What is given by the conference, is a supreme level of the best quality lecture series led by top people from the Polish world of JavaScript and representatives of leading companies dealing with JavaScript in Poland.

Summary  

As we wrap up our exploration of the eventful landscape of April 2024, it’s clear that the month offers an abundance of opportunities for professionals across the software industry. Whether you’re a developer looking to dive deeper into the Scala language, an architect aiming to stay at the forefront of software design, or a frontend enthusiast eager to explore the latest web technologies, April’s calendar is replete with events that promise to enrich your knowledge and expand your network.

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