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CodeMash ## 30-second Overview ## Who I Am ## The Kalahari ## KidzMash ## Workshops ## Sessions ## Maker Space ## Sponsors ## Outreach ## And, more ... ## Summary CodeMash is a conference that runs early in January each year at the Kalahari in Sandusky, Ohio. A few weeks before the conference, I was asked to provide a 30-second overview of the event. I went on for **more than 10 minutes. And, I work with the Board for CodeMash: I do a lot for the conference because it means something to me. This year, I volunteered and proctored many sessions, going beyond just participating. My wife and kids participate: The Kalahari is not just a conference center. It is a hotel, conference center, and water park - all in one. It's amazing to be there for a week and never go outside! As I said, KidzMash is free (they do need an adult present), and there are workshops and sessions just for them. Tuesday & Wednesday are workshop sessions (generally 4 hours) where we learn and put the skills to the test. This is the time to build and create things. This year, I got to proctor for two close friends and two co-workers. It was a lot of fun helping their workshops come to life! Thursday & Friday are what most would consider regular sessions. Quite a few attendees are here for just these two days. There are more people and the pace is faster; it becomes much more fun. I got to present on "Ditch your JavaScript for CSS!" Additionally, I got to proctor four amazing talks (yes, some of the talks that I selected) and learn from my peers. The MakerSpace is the "umbrella" that includes 3d printing, an electronics lab, hands-on sessions, and traditional presentations on Maker topics! This year's sponsor list is HERE. These are the organizations that make a conference like this happen. They should always get a shout-out! This year, we got snow. The weather hindered our outreach program because the high school sending students was closed. The plan was for them to attend a few sessions, have lunch with some of the speakers and attendees, and lead a workshop of their own. There is so much more to this conference that I haven't even touched (lightning talks, dinners with co-workers and friends, etc.). CodeMash is a fun and amazing conference. It's impossible to cover all the amazing things that go on at CodeMash. I am truly proud that they allow me to be such a significant part of this event that brings so much to our community! Templates let you quickly answer FAQs or store snippets for re-use. Are you sure you want to ? It will become hidden in your post, but will still be visible via the comment's permalink. as well , this person and/or - A Senior Solutions Developer II with Leading EDJE, Inc.. - A Microsoft MVP (information HERE). - A Torc Ambassador: their community is amazing (Discord HERE). - I am on the Speaker Selection Committee (I help pick the amazing talks). - I am on the Safety Committee. - I am on the DEI Committee. - My son has attended KidzMash with me for the last 6 years (KidzMash is free). - My wife and daughter come up on Friday and stay until Sunday (my time to decompress).