Bug's guide to conference curiosity
18 Sep 2025
In this moment:
Bug of the MoTaverse
I love going to tech conferences.
I keep an open mind and fill my brain with ideas.
I plan my day and don’t plan. Either works.
I check to see if it’s ok to speak to someone who is by themselves.
I keep hydrated with water.
I take lots of photos and selfies.
I make a note of the people I meet.
I welcome people into a group conversation.
I listen to show I’m interested in what someone else has to say.
I take breaks to allow my brain and body to settle.
I say thanks to the speakers, volunteers and organisers.
I take lots of notes.
I know there are others like me who feel anxious.
I ask simple questions when I meet someone for the first time.
I’m ok leaving a conversation if I’m uncomfortable or not interested.
I step back once in a while to take it all in.
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Share your conference tips in the comments.
I keep an open mind and fill my brain with ideas.
I plan my day and don’t plan. Either works.
I check to see if it’s ok to speak to someone who is by themselves.
I keep hydrated with water.
I take lots of photos and selfies.
I make a note of the people I meet.
I welcome people into a group conversation.
I listen to show I’m interested in what someone else has to say.
I take breaks to allow my brain and body to settle.
I say thanks to the speakers, volunteers and organisers.
I take lots of notes.
I know there are others like me who feel anxious.
I ask simple questions when I meet someone for the first time.
I’m ok leaving a conversation if I’m uncomfortable or not interested.
I step back once in a while to take it all in.
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Share your conference tips in the comments.
Simon Tomes
Community Lead at MoTaverse
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Hello, I'm Simon. Since 2003 I've had various roles in testing, tech leadership and coaching. I believe in the power of collaboration, creativity and community. 🎓 MoT-STEC qualified. I get real joy working with and supporting our wonderful MoTaverse community.
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