Schedule

Schedule

Write the Docs is more than a conference. Each year we organize a wide range of events so that people can come together, collaborate, and learn from each other in different ways.

All times are in Pacific Time.

Saturday, May 6

If you're in town early, join us for the hike. Portland has excellent access to the woods right in the city, and we'll be exploring Forest Park and the Hoyt Arboretum.
12:45 PM
Arrive at trailhead
1:00 PM
Hike starts
4:30 PM
Hike ends - end time approximate

Hike

If you get into town early, join us on the hike and take the chance to explore Portland in all of its glory.


Sunday, May 7

Join us for the Writing Day and work with fellow documentarians on a project. Followed by the reception in the evening.

Snacks and drinks will be provided throughout the day.

8:00 AM
Doors open
9:15 AM
Morning introduction - Introduction to Sprints & Project Introductions
9:30 AM
Team up and start working
11:00 AM
Welcome Wagon conference introduction and venue tour
12:00 PM
Lunch Break - Determine length with table
2:00 PM
Welcome Wagon conference introduction and venue tour
5:00 PM
End of Writing Day
5:00 PM
Reception starts
7:00 PM
Reception ends

Writing Day

Get together with other documentarians and work on an open source project and learn some new skills.

Welcome Wagon Introduction

Is this your first time at Write the Docs? Join us for an informal Introduction to Write the Docs, to the Welcome Wagon, and to other first-time conference attendees. We’ll pass on some information about the conference specifically for first-timers and give everyone a chance to meet someone new.

Reception

We encourage everyone to drop by on Sunday evening for the conference reception. This is a great chance to meet other attendees, and make sure you know your way around the conference venue.

  • Where: Revolution Hall, Library & Astoria room (Bottom floor)

Monday, May 8

This is the main event! Hear from lots of interesting folks about all things documentation. We will have talks all day, and unconference sessions running in parallel.

Snacks and drinks will be provided throughout the day.

8:00 AM
Doors open
8:15 AM
Welcome Wagon conference introduction and venue tour
9:00 AM
Write the Docs team - Conference introduction
9:25 AM
5 minute break
9:30 AM
Unconference Starts
10:00 AM
✋ 10 min Q&A
10:10 AM
5 minute break
10:45 AM
✋ 10 min Q&A
10:55 AM
☕ Coffee break
11:40 AM
✋ 10 min Q&A
11:50 AM
🍽️ Lunch Break (80 mins)
1:10 PM
Lightning Talks (30 mins)
1:40 PM
5 minute break
2:15 PM
✋ 10 min Q&A
2:25 PM
5 minute break
3:00 PM
✋ 10 min Q&A
3:10 PM
☕ Coffee break
3:55 PM
✋ 10 min Q&A
4:05 PM
5 minute break
4:10 PM
Group Photo!
4:20 PM
Conference day 1 ends
7:00 PM
Social Event
9:00 PM
Social Event Ends

Conference Talks

Talks are around 30 minutes, with moderated 10 minute Q&A.

Unconference

The unconference sessions run in parallel to the main conference talks, with each session happening during a corresponding talk on the main stage.

  • Where: Revolution Hall, Library & Astoria room (Bottom floor)
  • Details: Unconference

Social Event

The official Write the Docs social! Expect a relaxed atmosphere where you can chat and network with your fellow documentarians.

Snacks and drinks (non-alcoholic & alcoholic) will be provided.

  • Where: Loyal Legion (710 SE 6th Ave)

Tuesday, May 9

And the conference goes on! More talks and unconference today, along with our Sponsor Expo!

Snacks and drinks will be provided throughout the day.

8:00 AM
Doors open
9:00 AM
Sponsor Expo Starts
9:00 AM
Unconference Starts
9:30 AM
✋ 10 min Q&A
9:40 AM
5 minute break
10:15 AM
✋ 10 min Q&A
10:25 AM
☕ Coffee break
11:10 AM
✋ 10 min Q&A
11:20 AM
5 minute break
11:55 AM
✋ 10 min Q&A
12:05 PM
Sponsor Expo Ends
12:05 PM
🍽️ Lunch Break (80 mins)
1:25 PM
Lightning Talks (30 mins)
1:55 PM
5 minute break
2:30 PM
✋ 10 min Q&A
2:40 PM
☕ Coffee break
3:25 PM
✋ 10 min Q&A
3:35 PM
5 minute break
4:10 PM
✋ 10 min Q&A
4:20 PM
Write the Docs team - Conference closing
4:35 PM
Main stage talks done
4:55 PM
Conference ends 😔

Conference Talks

Talks are around 30 minutes, with moderated 10 minute Q&A.

Unconference

The unconference sessions run in parallel to the main conference talks, with each session happening during a corresponding talk on the main stage.

  • Where: Revolution Hall, Library & Astoria room (Bottom floor)
  • Details: Unconference