DevOpsDays Detroit

Call for Speakers is Open! 

Community-Driven Event: DevOpsDays Detroit is a community-run event. Please note that we cannot provide travel, sponsorships, or visa assistance.

Call for Proposals: This is your opportunity to contribute to the Detroit DevOps community. We encourage original content, especially from new and local speakers.

Proposal Types

• Ignite Lightning Talk (5 minutes):
  • 20 slides, auto-advancing every 15 seconds.
  • Presented to the entire conference audience.
  • High acceptance rate (75%).
• Presentation (20 minutes):
  • Talk with optional Q&A.
  • Presented in a single track. 

General Guidelines

• Conciseness & Detail: Be concise but provide specific and detailed information.
• Notes Section: Use the Notes section to provide comprehensive details about your talk. A detailed outline is highly encouraged. Submissions with minimal information will be prioritized lower.
• Submission Limit: Up to 2 submissions per person.
• No Vendor Pitches: Product pitches are not allowed. Consider sponsorship for promotional opportunities.
• Code of Conduct: All speakers and presentations must adhere to the DevOpsDays Detroit Code of Conduct.
• Local Speakers: Priority will be given to speakers from the Metro Detroit area.
• Underrepresented Groups: Submissions from underrepresented groups in tech are strongly encouraged.
• Original Content: Preference is given to talks not previously presented at other venues, especially those available online.
• Direct Submissions: Do not submit talks on behalf of others.
• Presentation Outline: For presentations, include an outline in the notes section.