Software Developers Conference
YOW!
Sydney
2024
Conference Dates
Dec 12-13
Masterclass Dates
Dec 11
Venue
Hilton Sydney
Don't miss out!
Group discounts for 5 or more ticket purchases are available for standard priced tickets. Email the team for more information.
YOW! Sydney 2024 is coming!
Join internationally recognized speakers and developers for an in‑depth look at emerging technologies and best practices in the software industry – regardless of technological platform or language — without commercial hype.
Thursday 12 & Friday 13 December 2024

Join the community
We're a passionate community of 450+ professionals from a variety of industries dedicated to improving their abilities, refining their development methodologies and exploring new tools.

Meet the experts
YOW! has hosted some of the most outstanding minds in software development over the past 15 years, giving Australian attendees the chance to glean valuable insights, strategies and best practices from true luminaries of the field.

Build connections
Unlock endless possibilities at YOW! to connect and collaborate with attendees from 120+ leading organizations as an attendee or a sponsor.
Speakers
YOW! Speakers are chosen based on their expertise; they provide excellent, technically rich content, appropriate to all roles in software and IT, completely independent of commercial concerns such as sponsorship or product.
Keynote Speaker

Allen Holub
Widely respected software architect and agile coach with 10 published books and hundreds of articles
Keynote Speaker

Nilesh Makwana
CEO at illuminance Solutions, Public Interest Technologist, Social Innovator
Masterclass with...

Patrick Kua
Founder of the Tech Lead Academy
Our Sponsors
In 2024 we’re celebrating our 16th edition of YOW! Sydney, expecting 450 passionate professionals from a variety of industries.
As a YOW! Sydney Sponsor, you’ll have the chance to engage with developers, architects, product owners, team leaders, coaches and managers; eager to learn more about your company.
We’ll give you the ideal platform to share your story, showcase your technology and generate quality leads at your designated exhibit area.
Email Sabine Wolf to discuss how you can get involved with YOW! Sydney 2024.

Perfectly positioned in Sydney’s CBD, Hilton Sydney offers contemporary design and unpretentious luxury. With unparalleled connectivity to the city’s best shopping, dining, tourism experiences and transport routes.
Hilton Sydney features one of Australia’s largest hotel convention and meeting areas. Located in the heart of the city’s shopping and entertainment district, Hilton Sydney is close to well-known attractions and famous landmarks.
Learn more about the venue here.
Check out these videos from our past events

There's No Such Thing As Plain Text • Dylan Beattie

Paving the Road to Effective Software Development • Sarah Wells

Work Anywhere: Managing Remote Engineering Teams at Airbnb • Jessica Tai