Less than a month to go until Devconnect, and for those attending, I'd like to offer some lighthearted advice I wish I'd known before going to these events.
1.- First and foremost, let's get this out of the way: Devconnect isn't a typical event with a central focus and a few side events. It's more like a bunch of awesome side events happening simultaneously. So, start exploring what you'd like to attend now and get yourself registered. Keep in mind that spots are limited, so it's better to overbook yourself a bit rather than twiddle your thumbs. Here are a couple of links where you can register and see all the events taking place:
2.- Let's address the elephant in the room, even though I might not be the best person to discuss this topic. The ongoing conflict in Israel and Palestine could potentially lead to some SideEvents being canceled. It's already happened with a big one I was looking forward to from ENS. The DevConnect team has issued a statement regarding this issue, and you can read it here: t.co/dcTBLg71go twitter.com/ensdomains/status/1714309021740798344
I'm posting this to see what your thoughts are. Have you canceled your trip? Do you think everything will go as planned? I'd love to hear your perspective. I'm from Chile, one of the world's longest countries, stretching over 4,300 km. The distance from Israel to Istanbul, about 1,200 km, it doesn't seem crazy to me to get a little worried, but I realize that everyone's reality is different.
3.- Make sure your trip is worth it by setting clear objectives. I've traveled with various goals in mind in the past. Here are a few examples: developing a project to see if people are interested or using it, making initial connections with VCs or angel investors, securing investment, finding users, forming partnerships with other startups, job hunting, and more.
4.- Managing your social battery is essential. I know a week filled with crypto events may sound like a dream come true, almost like a crypto Woodstock, but I've spoken to many people who found themselves exhausted after 3-4 days of non-stop conversations about their projects. Take a morning or evening to do something different, explore the city, have a meal with friends, and recharge.
5.- This point might contradict the previous one a bit, but it took me a few events to realize the significance of crypto party’s . I'm not a big fan of late nights, but I've made great friends, met investors, formed partnerships, found clients, and more at these nocturnal events. They have a unique atmosphere, so even if they're not your thing, it's essential to attend at least one (tickets for these events tend to sell out fast, so apply early).
Remember, this advice is based on my personal experience, and if you have other insights or opinions, I'd love to hear them, especially regarding point 2. Enjoy Devconnect!
