GitHub Staff presents highlights of GitHub Universe 2025, where attendees will explore AI-powered development, Copilot, automation, and security with sessions, certifications, and mentoring opportunities.

Your Guide to GitHub Universe 2025: Event Schedule, Learning, and Certifications Announced

GitHub Universe 2025 promises an action-packed two-day event for developers, IT professionals, and tech enthusiasts. This update by GitHub Staff outlines what’s new and how attendees can make the most of the conference.

Event Overview

  • Dates: October 28-29
  • Location: Fort Mason Center, San Francisco, CA
  • Key Highlights:
    • 100+ sessions, demos, and panels focused on software development’s future
    • Topics cover AI-powered development, automation, security, and developer best practices
    • Top industry leaders from companies like Red Hat, HubSpot, CVS, and General Motors

Session Themes

  • Build Faster, Stay in Flow: Guidance on code reviews, Copilot-powered coding, and collaborative development.
  • Automate and Scale with Confidence: How to leverage GitHub Actions, agentic workflows, and automation for routine tasks.
  • Secure Every Commit: Best practices and tools to enhance code security across the software lifecycle.
  • Many sessions highlight the integration and impact of GitHub Copilot and AI in modern development.

Opportunities & Activities

  • Create Personalized Agendas: Choose sessions according to your interests, expertise, or industry.
  • Mentoring: One-on-one mentoring from GitHub experts and career advice in dedicated spaces.
  • Demo Stages and Interactive Labs: Explore real-world use cases, developer experience enhancements, and practical skill-building.
  • Certification Exams: Attendees have access to GitHub and Microsoft exam certifications, including GitHub Copilot, GitHub Actions, Advanced Security, and Microsoft Azure-related credentials.
  • Community Engagement: Connect with open source contributors and leaders, attend HQ tours, and participate in virtual mentoring for students.
  • Extras: On-site swag, networking parties, and curated agendas by goal or role.

Practical Details

  • Extended Early Bird Discounts and group rates are available until September 17.
  • Remote certification exam options are available within 90 days post-event.
  • Registration and full agenda: GitHub Universe Registration

Additional Resources

GitHub Universe 2025 is crafted to deepen attendees’ skills in AI, Copilot, DevOps, automation, and security, while providing real networking and learning opportunities with GitHub and Microsoft experts.

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