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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 hide this comment? It will become hidden in your post, but will still be visible via the comment's permalink. Hide child comments as well For further actions, you may consider blocking this person and/or reporting abuse - 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).