This year, expect another round of presentations, workshops, and panels in a wide range of categories and skill levels. Approximately 60 noteworthy experts and thought leaders from the WordPress Community will be gathering in “Tech City South” to share their knowledge with you.

Click here to see WordCamp Atlanta 2019 schedule.

We had lots of speaker submissions this year, and the organizers took care to vet, select and put together sessions for this schedule. In the selection process, our goal was to offer our attendees a well-rounded experience. We thank everyone for their applications and encourage you to apply next year, too.

What’s next?

Do you have a ticket? If not, find out all the info and purchase your ticket today!

Volunteers are one of the big keys to the success of WordCamp. If you are interested in volunteering, take a look at our volunteer information and submit an application.

Consider joining us at Contributor Day on Friday, May 3rd for a special free session (lunch provided). We will spend the day together contributing back to WordPress across a range of teams.

And, as always, please contact us with any questions you may have.

Don’t Be Shy. Click to Volunteer. 

WordCamp Atlanta wouldn’t exist without good people offering their time and energy to make it happen. There are still opportunities to join the team and make a difference.

Do you think of yourself as an introvert? Plenty of other WordCamp volunteers use this as an opportunity to put themselves out there, in a supportive environment.

Click the link above to let us know who you are, as well as any preference about the role you’re willing to play. We’ll be in touch to discuss details. Most tasks take place during the conference, but we also need folks for conference prep.

So this year, ramp things up a notch by being a WordCamp insider, and connecting with other engaged people who know that the more you put into it, the more you get out of it.

We are thrilled to announce our 2019 WordCamp Atlanta speaker line-up! Gathering in Tech City South will be approximately 60 noteworthy experts and thought leaders from the WordPress Community, covering a range of topics.

You’ll be able to learn from some of the best, and most provocative minds in the WordPress community from Atlanta and across the U.S. See the full speaker list here!

Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned veteran of WordPress, you don’t want to miss this opportunity to hear from, and rub elbows with, the best and brightest WordPress minds.

Get your tickets now while they last!

Learn about the options below, then…

WordCamp 2-Day Ticket

For the great price of $50, your ticket gives you access to the main two-day WordCamp Atlanta event held on Saturday and Sunday, May 4-5, 2019, at the Loudermilk Center.

The 2-Day ticket includes:

• Educational sessions all day for WordPress users of all skill levels. There will be session topics for All Users, Design, Development, and Business
• A Happiness Bar: a help desk open throughout the event to get your specific WordPress questions answered.
• An incredible opportunity to network with WordPress community members including sponsors, speakers, business owners, designers, developers, agency owners, bloggers, copywriters, freelancers and more.
• Lunch, morning and afternoon snacks, coffee, and water on both days of the event.
• An awesome WordCamp Atlanta 2019 t-shirt.
• Admission to the after-party on Saturday night to socialize and network with all the great people you met.

WordCamp 3-Day Ticket

For just $75, you can attend the Saturday and Sunday sessions with all the goodies mentioned above, PLUS special Beginner Day sessions on Friday, May 3, for aspiring WordPress Users, Designers, and Developers.

It is recommended to bring a laptop for Friday sessions.

Note the Happiness Bar is only open on Saturday and Sunday.

Morning snacks will not be available on Friday. Remember to eat breakfast before you arrive or bring a snack with you.

WordCamp Tin Sponsorship Ticket

WordCamp depends on the generosity of sponsors. The high costs of putting on the conference include the venue, audio/visual, wifi, food, beverages, swag, signage, print materials, general supplies, the after-party, and more.

You can be a WordCamp hero by purchasing a Tin Sponsorship Ticket for just $150. This micro-sponsorship is for freelancers, tiny but mighty companies, or WordPress fans who want to contribute to WordCamp’s success by giving a little more. 

The Tin Sponsorship includes:

• All the sessions and goodies of the 3-Day ticket as described above.
• A mention and a link on the WordCamp Atlanta Sponsors page.
• The sincerest gratitude and thanks from the Atlanta WordPress Community.

Click to purchase your ticket now!

Ticket and Policy Information

After purchasing your ticket, you should get an email receipt from PayPal. This is only a confirmation of your ticket purchase. You do not need to print and bring a ticket. When you arrive at WordCamp, just give your name at the Registration Desk to be checked in and to receive your badge. If you successfully purchased your ticket through PayPal, we will have you in the system at registration, and you will appear on this website’s Attendees page.

All tickets are non-refundable. Purchased tickets are transferable to another person, but do not guarantee a change in t-shirt size or a pre-printed badge.

Tickets purchased after April 19, 2019 are likewise not guaranteed a pre-printed badge or a t-shirt in your preferred size.

If you’re not sure your purchase was successful, DO NOT buy another ticket as there are no refunds. Instead, contact us to confirm your purchase.

Recording Policy

For community-building and promotional purposes, there will be volunteer and professional photographers and videographers at WordCamp Atlanta. By purchasing a ticket and attending the event, you consent to your image being used in resulting photos or videos that may show your participation in the WordCamp. This policy excludes attendees under the age of 18.

Code of Conduct

All attendees must adhere to our Code of Conduct.

Hotel Information

We have a $139 WordCamp Atlanta rate at the Hilton. It is a limited number of rooms so book early before they are sold out. Visit our Hotel page for more information.

Thanks to a host of local technology leaders and innovators, Atlanta has grown to become “Tech City South.” But that’s not all our city has to offer. There are a ton of interesting places to see, both historic and new. If you’re coming to WordCamp Atlanta early or want to discover the city during your downtime, here’s a list of some noteworthy points of interest to check out while you’re in town. Continue reading Atlanta Points of Interest →

Just getting started with WordPress? Have questions about setting up your first website? Getting stuck on the basics? You’re in the right place, so join us on Friday, May 3, from 9am to 4pm.

The great news is that no matter where you are on your journey, after you take this first step, you will be a ninja to someone else. Here is where you begin to really learn, and let your ninja-ness shine.

There’s just one requirement: Bring your laptop! (plus your Username and Password if you already have a WordPress site set up)

Continue reading WordPress Beginners Friday Workshop →

We’ve officially confirmed our keynote speaker for WordCamp Atlanta 2019 … Mr. Chris Lema!

Being in the WordPress space, you’ve likely heard of him, and rightfully so.

No one knows the product landscape in the WordPress ecosystem better than Chris. He’s known far and wide for the smart, free guidance on his website and blog, as well as for his work as an advisor to many WordPress related companies.

Chris has been a speaker at WordCamps and conferences everywhere, offering his unique and highly engaging perspectives.

What’s he talking about this time?

Getting What You Want Without Becoming Who You’re Not.

When will he be speaking?

Saturday May 4th @ 9 AM in the Ballroom.

Where can you learn more about Chris?

• Chris Lema website
• Chris Lema on Twitter

Friday, May 3rd from 9am to 4pm. Lunch will be provided.

Workshop Leaders: Aaron Reimann, David Wood, and Micah Wood

Prerequisites: A basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and PHP.

Requirements: A laptop with a local WordPress installation and a code editor. An idea for a plugin you want to build.

What We Will Cover

Beginner Developers
We will provide an introduction to WordPress plugin development for those who are interested in creating their first plugin. We will start with a high-level view of plugin development and work our way into the specifics as we code out a simple plugin.

Experienced Developers
We will provide an opportunity to discuss plugin ideas and implementations, do some live plugin code reviews and walk through setting up automated code checks. We will also cover specific WordPress APIs and more advanced plugin development techniques.

What You Will Need