https://www.writethedocs.org/ 2026-05-09T00:37:17.769378+00:00 ABlog https://www.writethedocs.org/conf/portland/2026/news/announcing-schedule/ 2026-03-23T00:00:00+00:00 Write the Docs Team <section id="announcing-our-conference-schedule"> <p>The Portland conference is just over six weeks away, and we’re busy getting ready behind the scenes.</p> <p>You’ve already seen our list of awesome speakers; now we’re announcing our <a class="reference external" href="/conf/portland/2026/schedule/">full conference schedule</a> so you know when they will be presenting!</p> <div style="margin: 2em 0;"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="background-color:#fdb913; border-radius:5px; margin:auto;"> <tr> <td align="center" valign="middle" style="color:#000000; font-family:Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size:16px; font-weight:bold; letter-spacing:-.5px; line-height:150%; padding-top:15px; padding-right:30px; padding-bottom:15px; padding-left:30px;"> <a href="https://ti.to/writethedocs/write-the-docs-portland-2026" target="_blank" style="color:#000000; text-decoration:none; text-transform:uppercase; border-bottom: none;">Buy your ticket</a> </td> </tr> </table> </div><section id="speaker-schedule"> <h2>Speaker Schedule</h2> <p>The website is updated with the <a class="reference external" href="/conf/portland/2026/schedule/">schedule</a> for the full conference, including main stage speaker talks, so you can start planning your time (and getting excited!) for the conference.</p> <p>We’ll continue to have a moderated Q&amp;A session after each speaker. You’ll have a chance to ask our speakers questions after the talk via our wonderful set of moderators. Virtual attendees can ask questions using the same QR code as folks attending locally.</p> </section> <section id="virtual-conference-tickets"> <h2>Virtual Conference Tickets</h2> <p>Interested in listening to the Speaker Talks in real time but unable to attend in person? We are excited to have a <a class="reference external" href="/conf/portland/2026/virtual/">Virtual Ticket option</a>. All in-person tickets also receive access to watch virtually as well.</p> </section> <section id="start-preparing-for-writing-day"> <h2>Start Preparing For Writing Day</h2> <p><a class="reference external" href="https://www.writethedocs.org/conf/portland/2026/writing-day/">Writing Day</a> happens on Sunday, the opening day of the conference. It’s a valuable opportunity to bring interested individuals into the same room, sharing their passions and aspirations while collaborating to develop creative solutions to solve a problem or issue.</p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.writethedocs.org/_images/writing-day.jpg" /></p> <p><strong>This year, there are more opportunities to participate in Writing Day:</strong></p> <ul class="simple"> <li><p><strong>Writing Day project</strong> (half-day or full-day)</p> <ul> <li><p>Attendees can lead a project or join and contribute to a project</p></li> </ul> </li> <li><p><strong>New to Git and GitHub workshops</strong></p></li> <li><p><strong>Resume writing session or portfolio review</strong></p></li> <li><p><strong>A pre-scheduled, roundtable discussion track</strong></p></li> </ul> <p>Are you interested in leading a Writing Day project? We highly encourage you to <a class="reference external" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfr5-2yJOFVjYLA2jaik8nP17nxm3fKDX6GA64SAyC14uKr1Q/viewform?usp=header">submit your project here</a>. As always, you are welcome to show up on Sunday and introduce your project then!</p> </section> <section id="events-and-activities"> <h2>Events and Activities</h2> <p>Write the Docs is more than a conference. In addition to Speaker Talks, Writing Day, Unconference, and Lightning Talks, we offer additional activities for our attendees to enjoy, connect, engage in discussions, and meet new people.</p> <ul class="simple"> <li><p><strong>Saturday Hike or Walk:</strong></p> <ul> <li><p>Join us for the hike in the amazing Forest Park, the largest urban forested park in the country. We’ll be hiking along a beautiful creek and start at Lower Macleay Park at 2 PM. Please register a <a class="reference external" href="https://ti.to/writethedocs/write-the-docs-portland-2026/with/hike-ticket">free hike ticket</a> so we can contact you with any last minute weather and logistics information.</p></li> <li><p>Not in the mood for a full hike? This year, we’ve added a shorter urban walk that starts with a tour at the International Rose Test Garden at 2:30 PM and optionally continues to Powell’s Books. Register for a <a class="reference external" href="https://ti.to/writethedocs/write-the-docs-portland-2026/with/nature-walk">free urban walk ticket</a>.</p></li> </ul> </li> <li><p><strong>Sunday Welcome Reception:</strong> Join us for our evening conference reception. This is a great chance to meet other attendees, get your badge (if you don’t have it yet), and familiarize yourself with the venue. Drinks and snacks provided by us.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Monday Conference Party</strong>. On Monday night we’ll be hosting a social event off-site at Jupiter NEXT, 900 E Burnside St (2nd floor). This is a great chance to get to know more folks in the community and have a drink or two on us. Non-alcoholic options and snacks also provided. Event is 7-9 PM.</p></li> </ul> </section> <section id="t-shirts-are-now-available"> <h2>T-shirts Are Now Available</h2> <p>The <a class="reference external" href="https://shirt.writethedocs.org/">Write the Docs Portland 2026 T-shirt Shop</a> is open! We have loose and fitted options from different fabrics, and you can choose exactly the size and cut you want. As in previous years, we’re doing a mail order shop so people can order the exact shirt they want, if they want one.</p> <p>The campaign will run in batches until May 31, 2026. Shipping is available from the USA or Europe. We recommend you order your shirt at least 2-3 weeks in advance if you want to sport your fancy new garb during the conference.</p> </section> <section id="website-resources"> <h2>Website Resources</h2> <p>View our <a class="reference external" href="https://www.writethedocs.org/conf/portland/2026/attendee-guide/">Attendee Guide</a> for a comprehensive overview of how to participate in the conference.</p> </section> <section id="thanks-to-our-sponsors"> <h2>Thanks To Our Sponsors</h2> <p>Thanks to our sponsors for supporting the conference this year. A number of them will be tabling on Monday and Tuesday. We hope you get a chance to talk with them while you’re here.</p> <ul class="simple"> <li><p><a class="reference external" href="https://promptless.ai/?ref=writethedocs">Promptless</a></p></li> <li><p><a class="reference external" href="https://mintlify.com/?utm_source=writethedocs&amp;utm_medium=referral">Mintlify</a></p></li> <li><p><a class="reference external" href="https://readme.com/?ref=writethedocs">ReadMe</a></p></li> <li><p><a class="reference external" href="https://www.stainless.com/?utm_source=write_the_docs&amp;utm_medium=conference&amp;utm_campaign=write_the_docs_2026">Stainless</a></p></li> <li><p><a class="reference external" href="https://www.gitbook.com/?ref=writethedocs">GitBook</a></p></li> <li><p><a class="reference external" href="https://buildwithfern.com/?ref=writethedocs">Fern</a></p></li> <li><p><a class="reference external" href="https://www.mongodb.com/?ref=writethedocs">MongoDB</a></p></li> <li><p><a class="reference external" href="https://expertsupport.com/?ref=writethedocs">Expert Support</a></p></li> <li><p><a class="reference external" href="https://www.knowledgeowl.com?ref=writethedocs">KnowledgeOwl</a></p></li> <li><p><a class="reference external" href="https://www.helpdocs.io/?utm_source=writethedocs&amp;utm_medium=sponsor&amp;utm_campaign=wtdp26">HelpDocs</a></p></li> <li><p><a class="reference external" href="https://opensource.google/?ref=writethedocs">Google</a></p></li> <li><p><a class="reference external" href="https://github.com/?ref=writethedocs">GitHub</a></p></li> <li><p><a class="reference external" href="https://about.readthedocs.com/?ref=writethedocs">Read the Docs</a></p></li> </ul> </section> <section id="see-you-soon"> <h2>See You Soon!</h2> <p>Thanks so much for all your support and enthusiasm. We’re so excited to be with you all soon!</p> </section> </section>

The Portland conference is just over six weeks away, and we’re busy getting ready behind the scenes.

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