Lightning Talks

What's a Lightning Talk? ¶

Lightning talks are short presentations, limited to 5 minutes, on any topic that might interest the Python community. It doesn't have to be something you've created, feel free to share something you've learned or a technique you think others will find useful.

• Is there something at work that everyone asks for your help with? Talk about that!
• Did you recently learn something that made a difference for you? Talk about that!
• Is there a topic you've always wanted to understand better? Talk about that!

Slides are optional but encouraged!

Things people say when they think they can't do a lightning talk ¶

• "Everyone already knows THING_X"
  • No, they don't.
  • They believe they are knowledgeable, but you possess a deeper comprehension of the subject matter. They will gain valuable insights through this interaction.
  • Even if they do, it's interesting to hear someone else's take on it.
• "I’m not an expert at anything"
  • You know more than you think you do.
  • You don't have to be an expert, you just have to be interested enough to talk for 5 minutes.
  • You can do a 1-minute lightning talk if you want.
• "It's scary talking in front of people"
  • Yes, but you will feel really accomplished when you've done it.
  • Folks at PyCon are super-friendly and are always welcoming of new speakers.
  • It is understandable that public speaking can induce nervousness in individuals, including those who may appear confident.
  • You can give a lightning talk without talking!
• "I have an idea but it's no good"
  • It's a better idea than you think.
  • Are there really any bad ideas for lightning talks? :)

Lightning Talks at PyCon India 2024 ¶

Please refer to the schedule for Lightning Talk slots. Registration opens on the day of the conference, and due to the likely high number of registrations, a selection process will determine which talks are accepted. You will be notified if your talk is selected.

Please refer to the schedule for Lightning Talk slots. Registration will open on the day of the conference, and we will share a Google Form for submitting Lightning Talk proposals. Slots will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis due to limited availability. You will be notified if your talk is selected.

This has been inspired by:

• PyCon US 2024 - Lightning Talks