I'm a Java Software Engineer looking for recommendations on tech conferences to attend this year, since my company is willing to cover the costs. I've been considering events like Voxxed Days, Devoxx, and KubeCon, but I'd love to hear your thoughts on which ones are truly worth it!
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Check out javaconferences.org for a comprehensive list of upcoming conferences. Just keep in mind that tickets for popular events like Devoxx Belgium sell out really fast, so don't put all your eggs in one basket!
If you're into Kubernetes, KubeCon is great, but it might not cater to Java topics specifically. For a strong Java focus, I'd recommend attending one of the Devoxx conferences, especially the ones in the UK or Belgium.
In my opinion, Devoxx offers the highest quality talks. A lot of their sessions are uploaded to YouTube afterward, so you might want to consider the networking opportunities at these events too. Connecting with other developers can be just as valuable!
I've been to Devoxx UK for the last two years and it’s fantastic! It covers a lot of Java topics and has a great atmosphere.