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As a student, you probably don’t have much money to spend on conferences. But if you want to get into the tech industry or just learn more about coding, learning from other people who are already in it is a great way to find out what you need to know. And if you’re looking for your first job after school or college graduation, attending free conferences can help make connections that could lead to an internship or full-time job offer down the road. So here’s everything We’ve learned about using free conferences as a training tool.
Conference attendance.
Conference attendance is a well-known recruiting strategy for developers. A lot of companies go to conferences to find new talent, and attendees get an opportunity to meet people from other companies, learn about new technologies and meet potential employers. These conferences, based on user-friendly free video conferencing software, are also where you can network with other developers and learn about their experiences in the industry.
Conferences are also a great way to get your name out there. If you’re an employer looking for new talent, it can be very valuable to attend these events and talk to potential candidates face-to-face. But what if you can’t afford the hefty conference ticket prices? Don’t worry! There are plenty of ways to network with other developers without spending money on conferences.
Tech conferences.
Tech conferences offer a variety of opportunities for developers to learn and network. They provide a space to meet recruiters, get feedback on your projects, and learn about new technologies and trends.
And while conferences can be expensive (some ticket prices can range upward of $1000), there are plenty of free options out there as well. Here are some ways you can benefit from the conference experience without breaking the bank.
Female conferences.
Some free conferences are designed specifically for women and people who identify as female.
If you want to be a tech entrepreneur but never see any women or nonbinary people at your local hackathon, it will be hard to get a sense of how the space feels, who runs it and what the culture is like. If they’re not represented in your community and industry, how will you ever know if there are opportunities available to them?
That’s why having events specifically for women is important—you need these spaces in order to learn about other possibilities for yourself and then use that knowledge at other conferences later on down the line!
Conferences to teach students about tech careers.
There are dozens of free conferences designed specifically to teach students about tech careers. These events can be a great way to learn about the skills you need to become a developer, meet people who are already working in the field, and even get your first job.
Here’s how:
- Search for free conferences by typing “free tech conference” into Google, or checking out events listed on meetup.com/TechConferences/.
- Attend these free events held all over the country (there are hundreds) and learn about opportunities in software engineering and web development from industry leaders like Google, Facebook, IBM Watson and more!
These conferences are great for students looking for their first tech jobs, because they provide opportunities to network with professionals in the industry. In fact, many of these events have job fairs where employers can meet with students and recent graduates who are looking for work.
Free conferences often have scholarships you can apply for that cover all or some of the cost of attending.
If you’re attending a free conference, you should be able to find out about any scholarships that are available for attendees. These are usually based on who you are and what your background is. For example, many conferences offer scholarships designed specifically for women or members of underrepresented groups. In addition to these, there may be general scholarship opportunities that don’t have specific criteria but instead just reward applicants based on their academic achievements or personal story (these can sometimes be more competitive).
If you’re interested in applying for one of these free conference scholarships, ensure that the application deadline is still open before doing so. The deadlines vary by conference but tend to fall between late spring and early summer (the exact dates vary depending on where it’s being hosted).
Use the conference to learn new skills or get better at current ones.
You can also use the conference to learn new skills. Maybe you have a skill that needs to be improved or you want to learn something completely new. You could take a class, workshop or seminar on what you need to know in order for your career goals to be met.
Another way is by utilizing the networking opportunities at conferences. These events bring people together from all over who may be able to help each other out in their careers and lives as well as give advice on how best utilize their talents and abilities in order maximize their potential.
You can also take a conference to develop your skills as well. Maybe you have a skill that needs to be improved or you want to learn something completely new. You could take a class, workshop or seminar on what you need to know in order for your career goals to be met.
Conference experience.
Free conferences can be a valuable learning experience, and you might even use them to land internships or jobs!
Free conferences are an excellent way to learn new skills, network with people who can help you in your career, and get insight into what’s happening in the industry. You might even find that they’re worth paying for—but if not, making time for them shouldn’t be too much of a stretch. After all, it only takes one connection to change your life!
Conclusion
With so many resources available, you can’t afford not to take advantage of them. The world is changing fast and so are the job opportunities for students. It’s important to keep up with everything going on around us and this is where conferences come in. If you have never been to one before then it might seem like a daunting task but trust me when I say that once you attend one conference, there will be no looking back!
