Event Information
The FreeBSD Summit is an event held annually to bring the FreeBSD community together to learn, network, and drive FreeBSD use. Each year the event gathers FreeBSD users including: decision makers, software engineers, and individual contributors and users, to share best practices and successes in their use of FreeBSD. The FreeBSD Summit also provides the unique opportunity to discuss issues with the developer community in-person.
Please note: With the Fall 2024 event, the name of the event is changing from “Vendor Summit” to “FreeBSD Summit” to better represent the audience for the event and set up for growth of the event in future years.
The summit is open to the public and there will be a registration fee of US $150.Registration is now open. Register today!
Venue
NetApp San Jose Campus
Santana Row
3060 Olsen Dr,
San Jose, CA 95128
Thank you to NetApp for generously hosting the event space.
Travel Information
Hotel Information
Hotel Valencia Santana Row
355 Santana Row
San Jose, CA 95128
Direct: 408.551.0010
Reservations: 855.596.3396
0.1 mile from the venue (Approx. 3 min walk)
Signia by Hilton San Jose
170 S Market St
San Jose, CA 95113
Reservations: 833.4SIGNIA
5 miles from the venue (Approx. 12 min drive)
San Jose Marriott
301 S Market St.
San Jose, CA 95113
Reservations: 408-280-1300
4.7 miles from the venue (Approx. 12 min drive)
Four Points by Sheraton
211 S. First Street
San Jose, CA 95113
Reservations: 408-282-8800
5.2 miles from the venue (Approx. 14 min drive)
Parking
Attendees are encouraged to park at the Hatton Parking Garage attached to the NetApp building.
Hatton Street Entrance:
473 Hatton St.
San Jose, CA 95128
Olsen Street Entrance:
3060 Olsen Dr.
San Jose, CA 95128
Code of Conduct:
Attendees of the November 2024 FreeBSD Summit must adhere to the FreeBSD Project Code of Conduct. If you believe someone is violating the code of conduct, we ask that you contact an onsite member of the FreeBSD Vendor Summit Organizing Committee and report it by emailing conduct@FreeBSD.org. For more details please see our Reporting Guide.
Health Policy:
The well-being of the Summit attendees is of utmost importance to the Organizers. Please be aware of the following health and wellness recommendations:
- We encourage attendees to stay home if you have experienced any symptoms of illness, including but not limited to fever, cough, shortness of breath, or fatigue.
- If you feel unwell at any time during the event, please isolate as needed.
By attending the conference, you acknowledge and agree to comply with these health and wellness guidelines. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in creating a safe and enjoyable conference experience for everyone.
Schedule
The Summit will consist of two full days with a single track for vendor talks and discussion groups. The sessions will be live-streamed on YouTube:
Detailed Schedule
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Friday, November 8
Sponsors
Gold Sponsor
Venue Sponsor
