{"id":673,"date":"2019-08-13T14:21:35","date_gmt":"2019-08-13T17:21:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/2019.halifax.wordcamp.org\/?p=673"},"modified":"2019-08-23T10:27:28","modified_gmt":"2019-08-23T13:27:28","slug":"6-reasons-to-attend-wordcamp-halifax","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/halifax.wordcamp.org\/2019\/6-reasons-to-attend-wordcamp-halifax\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Reasons to Attend WordCamp Halifax"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"346\" src=\"https:\/\/2019.halifax.wordcamp.org\/files\/2019\/08\/6-reasons-blog.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-725\" srcset=\"https:\/\/halifax.wordcamp.org\/2019\/files\/2019\/08\/6-reasons-blog.jpg 700w, https:\/\/halifax.wordcamp.org\/2019\/files\/2019\/08\/6-reasons-blog-300x148.jpg 300w, https:\/\/halifax.wordcamp.org\/2019\/files\/2019\/08\/6-reasons-blog-500x247.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are just starting out with WordPress, are already a seasoned professional, or are somewhere in between, there is one event in the WordPress community you can\u2019t afford to miss &#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>WordCamp! Each one is a locally organized, 100% volunteer-run conference hosted by the WordPress community,  for the WordPress community. You can find them all around the world and we are delighted to host the only WordPress conference east of Montreal right here in Halifax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not sure what you would get out of attending WordCamp, check out this list of our top 6 reasons you should make your way to WordCamp Halifax on September 7, 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Experience the WordPress community like never before<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may see WordPress as just a way to build websites, but it\u2019s so much more than that. WordPress is made by people and WordCamps exist to showcase the<em>&nbsp;community<\/em>&nbsp;behind the magic of code. They are designed to be accessible to anyone with an interest in WordPress. WordCamp is like one of our WordPress Meetups on steroids!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Three learning tracks mean beginners and pros alike&nbsp;will be inspired<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Worried that everything will be over your head? Or are you a seasoned professional who worries you won\u2019t be challenged? Don\u2019t worry,  WordCamp Halifax has you&nbsp;covered&nbsp;by offering <em><a href=\"https:\/\/2019.halifax.wordcamp.org\/schedule\/\">3 streams<\/a><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/2019.halifax.wordcamp.org\/schedule\/\"> of talks<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Content Creators <\/strong>&#8211; the easiest sessions, requiring little to no previous WordPress experience. Enjoy basic how-tos, an introduction to design concepts, and get cozy with the platform at these sessions.<\/li><li><strong>Site Creators <\/strong>&#8211; at intermediate level, these sessions make previous knowledge of WordPress beneficial but not required. You&#8217;ll see small amounts of CSS, HTML, PHP, and Javascript. Often, marketing, user experience, development flows, and other interesting topics are presented.<\/li><li><strong>Code Creators &#8211; <\/strong>the advanced sessions of WordCamp, which present more complex&nbsp;concepts in CSS, HTML, PHP, and Javascript. Take in a plugin demo, learn a new workflow, and discuss advanced topics important to the evolution and future of WordPress.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. It won\u2019t break the bank<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>WordCamps aim to be accessible to all who want to attend, so they keep ticket prices affordable. <a href=\"https:\/\/2019.halifax.wordcamp.org\/tickets\/\">WordCamp Halifax tickets are only $25<\/a>. What do you get for this little&nbsp;price tag?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Full-day conference with three different streams of learning&nbsp;<\/li><li>Swag&nbsp; <\/li><li>Catered lunch and snacks (and coffee!)<\/li><li>Networking opportunities&nbsp;<\/li><li>One-on-one help with your site <\/li><li>A sweet after-party for more networking and snacks&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There aren\u2019t many full-day conferences out there&nbsp;offering all this for $200, much less $25! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Get WordPress help from real people at the Happiness Bar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve been using WordPress for a while, you&#8217;ve probably found yourself with a problem you\u2019re not quite sure how to solve at some point. At WordCamp, you can find volunteers who&nbsp;<em>love<\/em>&nbsp;to help at the Happiness Bar. No, it doesn\u2019t serve beer, but you will leave smiling just the same. At this bar, WordPress professionals sit&nbsp;ready to help you with your site one-on-one. Get errors fixed, learn a new technique or get feedback on your theme or design.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Learn from local, national, and international speakers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>WordCamp Halifax aims to showcase a variety of perspectives and  disciplines in the speaker lineup. Developers, designers, best-selling  authors, new users, thought-leaders, and &#8220;unicorns&#8221; make up the schedule in our three streams of talks. Some are part of the ongoing WordCamp speaking circuit and have been speaking on many topics over the  years. For other speakers, this will be their first time sharing their unique session to the likes of WordCamp. All are equally valuable in representing the depth of the WordPress community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Network in a casual, fun atmosphere<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many opportunities to network during WordCamp! Mingle between sessions, at the Happiness Bar, and chat with speakers during Q&amp;As.  You\u2019re bound to make great connections with those who can help with your site, your business, and your own personal goals. Since the catered lunch is on-site, you\u2019ll have time to chat with fellow attendees instead of spending time finding a place to eat. When the day is done, all ticket holders are invited to the after party, where you can talk more with speakers, organizers, and fellow Camp goers, nibbling on complimentary snacks at the same time. Whether you\u2019re a developer looking for clients or a brand new WordPress user looking for a mentor, <a href=\"https:\/\/2019.halifax.wordcamp.org\/tickets\/\">come to WordCamp Halifax<\/a> and make a new  friend &#8230; or fifty! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you still have doubts about whether WordCamp is for you, don\u2019t worry! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetup.com\/WordPress-Halifax\/events\/263552292\/\">Attend our next WordPress Meetup on August 22nd <\/a>to get a taste of what the WordPress Community is all about. 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