"it's high time for an open-ended technical conference where anyone can dive in and swim."

1st Annual LinuxCon September 21 - 23, 2009 - Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront, Portland, OR This event is co-located with the 2nd Annual Linux Plumbers' Conference. LinuxCon is a new annual technical conference that will provide an unmatched collaboration and education space for all matters Linux. LinuxCon will bring together the best and brightest that the Linux community has to offer, including core developers, administrators, end users, community managers and industry experts. In being the conference for "all matters Linux", LinuxCon will be informative and educational for a wide range of attendees. We will not only bring together all of the best technical talent but the decision makers and industry experts who are involved in the Linux community. LinuxCon will feature over 75 conference presentations divided among five tracks and three audience types (Developers, Operations and Business), tutorials, BoF sessions, keynotes, roundtables, a product & technology showcase and sponsored mini-summits, as well as countless networking opportunities in developer lounges and evening events. LinuxCon offers a unique conference experience that encourages collaboration, progress and interaction. With top notch educational content and collaboration opportunities, those that attend LinuxCon will leave more knowledgeable and better positioned for success in the year to come. Who Should Attend: Software Developers Linux IT Professionals Corporate End Users Senior Executives Industry Experts Community Managers Media

LinuxCon 2009 Call For Participation
All submissions must be received before midnight 04/15/09 PST.

The Linux Foundation invites our members, core developers, Linux IT professionals, corporate end users, senior executives, industry experts, community leaders, students, media and anyone else with an interest in Linux to participate in the newest Linux conference in North America, LinuxCon. This isn’t a top-down, for profit conference controlled by a commercial entity. This is for community, by community. It’s a big tent and we want all you inside.

LinuxCon will provide an unmatched collaboration and education space for all matters Linux. We will bring together all of the best technical talent and the decision makers and industry experts who are involved in the Linux community. With a wide range of speakers and attendees, LinuxCon offers a unique conference experience that encourages collaboration, progress and interaction. We invite you to share your ideas and experiences with the Linux community by submitting proposals for presentations, tutorials, birds of a feather sessions, panels, lightning sessions and workgroups.

There will be three different categories for submissions: Developer (kernel, core development, software engineering), Operations (systems administration and management, systems architecture, Linux migration and deployment) and Business (open source governance, enterprise, ecosystem). Each of these groups plays a key role in the Linux community and we want to make sure that they are represented at LinuxCon.

Submit a Proposal

Proposal Guidelines

Tips For Preparing a Successful Proposal

"Commercial free": we're all technical people so keep the marketing collateral at the door Identify your audience: there are going to be a lot of smart people in the room so keep that in mind when preparing your proposal Expertise required: who is your target audience, are they beginners, geeks, CEOs? Why would people want to attend: is your topic discussing a critical project? Are you at a crossroads and need community input? Keep it real: we want to hear about real-world examples, tools that our participants can apply immediately and projects that will positively impact the Linux platform Watch the clock: you only have 45 minutes, so keep the scope of your proposal specific enough for you to be able to discuss it in that timeframe Keep your title simple: we appreciate amusing titles as much as the next person but it makes it easier for people to know what you are talking about

Suggested Topics

Application Development & Packaging Cloud Computing Clustering and High Availability Desktop Embedded & Mobile Technologies Emerging Technologies Enterprise Linux Green Linux High Performance Computing Kernel Development Legal Linux in the Current Economy Linux in Government, Politics and Education Low Latency & Real-Time Migration to Linux & Open Source Netbooks Networking Power Management Security Server Management & Monitoring Techniques Storage & Filesystems Virtualization

Presentation Types

45 minute presentations 45 minute presentations, panels and bofs 2 hour tutorials

Submission Requirements
1. Choose a submission type (Presentation, Panel, BoFs, Tutorial)
2. Choose the category for your proposal (Developer, Operations, Business)
3. Select a specific topic that best describes the topic of your proposal (See "Suggested Topics" list)
4. Provide a 150 word biography including your speaking experience
5. Prepare a 150 word abstract that briefly summarizes your proposal. It should be split into two paragraphs:

Paragraph 1 - A brief summary of your presentation, including key highlights and relevance Paragraph 2 - Details on what the audience can expect from your presentation and the level of technical understanding required

6. List any technical requirements that you have for your presentation (i.e. internet connectivity, whiteboard, etc.)
7. Please note that you ARE REQUIRED to submit your slides by September 14, 2009 in .PDF or .ODF format.

Submit a Proposal

Preparing Materials for English-Speaking Audience

The Linux Foundation is dedicated to fostering the growth of Linux by supporting the world-wide community. Which is why we encourage submissions from those community members for whom English is a second language. We recognize that a language barrier might prevent people from submitting their proposals to LinuxCon so we will be providing assistance with English as a second language issues during preparation of submissions for any individual who requires help. Please contact us at cfp (at) linuxfoundation dot org for more information.

Program Committee

Joe Brockmeier, Novell
Matt Domsch, Dell
Bdale Garbee, HP
Dirk Hohndel, Intel
Gerrit Huizenga, IBM
Ari Jaaksi, Nokia
Vinod Kutty, CME Group
Amanda McPherson, Linux Foundation
Craig Ross, Linux Foundation
David Schlesinger, ACCESS
Tsugikazu Shibata, NEC
Elena Zannoni, Oracle

Important Dates

January 20, 2009: Call For Participation Open
April 15, 2009: Call For Participation Close
May 1, 2009: Speaker Acceptance/Rejection Notification
September 1, 2009: Slides Due
September 21 - 25, 2009: LinuxCon 2009

The Linux Foundation will be offering the most technically sound training and tutorials that will be educational, interesting and useful for your career.   Course details will be provided shortly. Please check back soon for updates.

		The 2009 LinuxCon will be held at the Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront in Portland, OR. The Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront Hotel is located on the Willamette River just blocks from the center of downtown Portland.  The hotel just completed a renovation and updates include 32" LCD TVs, modern bathroom decor, local artwork and wireless internet access.  In addition to their rooms, guests will also enjoy the indoor pool, whirlpool, on-site fitness center and nearby golf and spas.  Dining options are provided in Allie's American Grille, Champion's Sports Bar and banquet meals.  This hotel has earned the prestigious ENERGY STAR label from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its efforts to conserve water and energy and protect the environment. Hotel Accommodations The Linux Foundation has secured room blocks and discounted room rates at this hotel and encourage you to stay on-site to take full advantage of the conference. Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront 1401 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR USA +1 503 226 7600 $159/night for King or Double Rooms Make your reservation online here. When contacting these hotels to make your reservation, please ask for the Linux Foundation group rate. The cut-off for accepting hotel reservations into the room block with the negotiated rate is August 20, 2009 or until the block is filled (whichever comes first). Applicable state and local taxes currently are 12.5% (subject to change without notice). A credit card is required to hold your reservation. If your company has a corporate rate at this hotel that you are still able to book within The Linux Foundation block using your corporate rate. Air Travel Reserve your air travel as soon as possible. Portland International Airport (PDX) is the closest major airport located just 9 miles from the hotel.  We recommend that you contact Blue Star Transportation at +1 503 249 1837 for airport/hotel transportation needs or take a taxi. The MAX Light Rail is the most cost effective way to get from the airport to the hotel, however, please note that the closest light rail stop is .5 miles away from the hotel (Morrison/SW 3rd Ave Station) and it would take approximately an hour to get to the hotel.  Using a combination of Light Rail and bus transportation you can eliminate the walking time, but should still plan on an hour of travel time. TriMet Trip Planner should help you plan your trip from the airport to the hotel. Ground Transportation and Parking Valet Parking is available at the Marriott for $28/day (self-parking is not available on-site).  There are several other parking garages located within 2 blocks of the hotel with lower daily rates.  Locations include: SW 1st Street between SW Clay and SW Columbia, SW 3rd Street between SW Clay and SW Columbia and SW 1st Street between SW Madison and SW Main. The Portland Streetcar, the MAX Light Rail and bus lines can easily connect attendees to wherever they want to go in Portland. Directions from Portland International Airport (PDX) to the Hotel. Evening Event We will be hosting a reception for LinuxCon attendees.  Please check back for details.

Sponsoring LinuxCon is an excellent opportunity to showcase your support and commitment to the Linux platform in 2009.

2009 Sponsors

Media Sponsors

The event wouldn't be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. For more information or to become a sponsor of The Linux Foundation Collaboration Summit please contact Angela Brown at +1 415 368 4840 or angela (at) linuxfoundation dot org.

How do I register to attend?
Please click on the register tab on the event website to register yourself.

 

What is the registration fee?
The fee to attend the conference on September 21-23, 2009 is $199 for students at any time, and $299-$499 for regular attendees depending on when you register. Please check the register pay for current fees. We can encourage you to register early for the lowest pricing.

How do I pay for the event?
We accept payments through PayPal or Google Checkout. You are not required to have an account to process your payment through either of these. They both accept the following majore credit cards as well: MasterCard, Visa, and American Express.

Is there a registration deadline?
There is not a registration deadline, but the event is limited to a maximum number of people, so we encourage you to register early to secure your space.

What is your cancellation policy?
Reimbursements will only be made for cancellations received by September 1, 2009. You must contact us via email at events (at) linuxfoundation dot org to cancel. Any cancellations received after that date will not be reimbursed. You can substitute another attendees with prior approval.

Where is the event located?
The event is being held at the Portland Marriott Waterfront Hotel in Portland, OR.

Where should I stay?
We have secured a room block at the Portland Marriott Waterfront with a room rate of $159/night. Please click on the Hotel and Travel tab for reservation information.

Will the event include meals?
Breakfast and Coffee Breaks are included on all conference and training days. Lunch is on your own. There are a number of restaurants located within two blocks of the hotel, as well as one on site. Please visit the registration desk for a map and list of restaurants. We will also be holding an evening reception on Wednesday, September 23rd with the Linux Plumbers Conference attendees. Please check back soon for more information.

I am interested in Sponsoring the event, who should I contact? If you are interested in sponsoring, please contact us at events (at) linuxfoundation dot org.

May I bring guests?
Many participants will be traveling from afar and may want to travel with companions not attending the event. Please note that since this event is for registered conference attendees only, guests, family and children are not allowed at any conference sessions or any special events.

When do you recommend I arrive and depart?
When booking your flights, you should plan to arrive on Sunday evening in order to not miss any conference sessions. Conference sessions will end at 5:30pm each day.

Where do I book my hotel accommodations?
Please go to the Travel & Hotel tab at the top of the event website to book your hotel room.

What can I expect in terms of the weather in Portland and how should I plan for attire?
September is a great time to visit Portland with the area sunny and dry with beautiful blue skies and great views of the snow-capped mountains. Check out: www.weather.com and select 10-Day Forecast for the conference dates. The attire for the conference is business casual. Plan to dress in layers, to ensure you are warm or cool enough for the weather/meeting rooms.

What can I expect in terms of the evening events?
We are planning an evening reception on Wednesday, September 23, 2009. Check back for more information.

Can I talk to somebody to get more details?
If you have any questions or need assistance with anything, please contact Angela Brown, Event & Marketing Manager, at angela (at) linuxfoundation dot org.

In order to make LinuxCon as accessible as possible, we have done our best to keep the attendee fees low. We encourage you to register early to receive the discounted rate.

2009 LinuxCon Attendee Conference Registration Fees:
Early Bird Registration $299
*Expires at the end of the day on April 14, 2009

Standard Registration $399
*Expires at the end of the day on August 14, 2009

Late Registration $499
*Online registration closed at the end of the day on September 18, 2009

Conference Registration Fees include access to all conference programming from September 21-23, 2009 including conference sessions, BOFs, keynote sessions, roundtables, lightning talks, technology showcase and any non-private mini-summits. Breakfast, morning and afternoon breaks, and the evening reception on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 are also included. Attendance for tutorials and Linux Plumbers Conference are not included.

Please note that space at LinuxCon is limited. If the conference sells out prior to September 18, 2009, registration will close at that time. Onsite registration is not available in any circumstance.

2009 LinuxCon Product & Technology Showcase Exhibitor Fees:
Tabletop Display: $1499

Please note that space at the product & technology showcase is limited to thirty companies and organizations. A limited number of spaces are available for non-profit community groups to participate at no cost. Please contact us at events (at) linuxfoundation dot org to inquire.

Exhibitor Fees include one complimentary attendee registration pass for LinuxCon (tutorials not included). The purpose of the showcase is to offer organizations the opportunity to present innovative products and technologies to our audience. Therefore, it is required that each participating company have a technical representative at the showcase.

Tabletop display includes a draped 6’x2.5’ table, wireless access and one electrical outlet. You may provide your own display/exhibit in lieu of the table provided in does not exceed 6’x2.5’. Displays will be located in the pre-function areas of the hotel conference space. Showcase hours will be announced shortly.

Please click on the link below to register for LinuxCon 2009.