How does it take place?

Presentation/Talk Types

Standard: 20 minutes
A standard talk is the preferred format. There is enough time to start a topic, introduce it with some slides, and open up to later conversation.
Long: 30-45-60 minutes
Long talks are reserved for experienced speakers covering large topics. If you have an in-depth topic you would like to present in some detail, perhaps with considerable Q&A and or hands-on, a Long or Extra-Long talk may be the format of choice.
Lightning Talks:5 minutes
Lightning talks are brief (5-minute) talks that focus on a single example, idea, project, or technique.

Lightning talks do not attempt to cover all aspects of their subject, but rather to present one facet of the idea clearly and succinctly. These have often been proven to be quite humorous in the past and are an excellent way to give your first presentation in front of an audience.

For more information on Lightning Talks, please see Lightning Talks.