Throwback Wednesday: What could you share at the 99 Second Talks later today?
08 Jul 2026
In this moment:
Suman Bala
14th October 2022. TestBashX Bucks in Milton Keynes.
It was my first time officially hosting a TestBash, albeit a smaller version of the main conference. It was a lot of fun to host and I remember being fully energised by it. It was also a last minute decision that I were to host so I didn't have much time to overthink and worry about it. 😅
This photo looks like Suman Bala running an activity yet I can't quite remember the details.
What also jumped out is the message on the screen in the background, subtly encouraging people to think about what they might share during a world famous 99 second talk – a talk where attendees can talk about anything they like for up to 99 seconds. A MoTaverse tradition and something folks can do at MoTaCon this year.
A 99 Second Talk is a great way to build your confidence and can be the spark that leads to many more things. My first 99 Second Talk was at TestBash Manchester 2016. 😎
It was my first time officially hosting a TestBash, albeit a smaller version of the main conference. It was a lot of fun to host and I remember being fully energised by it. It was also a last minute decision that I were to host so I didn't have much time to overthink and worry about it. 😅
This photo looks like Suman Bala running an activity yet I can't quite remember the details.
What also jumped out is the message on the screen in the background, subtly encouraging people to think about what they might share during a world famous 99 second talk – a talk where attendees can talk about anything they like for up to 99 seconds. A MoTaverse tradition and something folks can do at MoTaCon this year.
A 99 Second Talk is a great way to build your confidence and can be the spark that leads to many more things. My first 99 Second Talk was at TestBash Manchester 2016. 😎
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