- call for proposals
- An invitation from conference organisers asking potential speakers to submit talk ideas for consideration, setting out session formats, topics, deadlines and selection criteria. Understanding calls for proposals: 4 things you need to know before submitting
- hallway track
- The informal conversations and networking that happen outside scheduled sessions, often in corridors or break areas. Many attendees consider this as valuable as the formal programme. Understanding conference tracks: 3 decisions to make before the event
- lightning talk
- A short conference presentation, usually five to ten minutes, suited to narrow topics or quick demonstrations rather than in-depth tutorials. Understanding calls for proposals: 4 things you need to know before submitting
- plenary session
- A gathering that brings all conference attendees together at once, typically for a keynote or major announcement, before they split into parallel tracks. What is a keynote speech? 4 aspects that define the conference centrepiece
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