During our weekly Thursday tech talk discussion we rolled around to #PyConUS and one of my colleagues said the #Python community is "aggressively welcoming" and it gave me warm fuzzies.

🚀 Calling all Startups! 🚀

Good news! The #PyConUS 2026 Startup Row application deadline has been extended to January 30, 2026.

Don’t miss your chance to showcase your startup to the Python community! 🐍

Details and how to apply
👉https://us.pycon.org/2026/attend/startup-row/

Startup Row

PyCon US 2026

PyCon US 2026
I might just need to print some of these to bring to #PyConUS in May. https://makerworld.com/models/2184648?appSharePlatform=more
Tiny Ball Python Flexi Snake - Free 3D Print Model - MakerWorld

Download this free 3D print file designed by Paulies Prints. Bull Python Tiny Flexi Snake.A new year so a new Snake is needed:)Each profile has Plates with Full AMS patterned, AMS Eyes & Belly and Single Colour. Super Flexi.Mix up the colours of the patterns and share photos of your colourful creations!  No brim or supports are needed.Longer ones some the bends might need a little wiggle to break free the links.Prints great, make sure your build plate is clean! Head Width and Hight: 18.5mm x 9.2mmBody Width and Hight: 10.9mm x 8.5mmProfiles:Normal - 17.5cm LongLonger - 38cm LongXL - Fits All Printers - 170cm LongKeychain - 9cm LongNormal - Pattern 2 - 17.5cm Long  

On @webology 's office hours today we discussed (among many other topics) game-worn jerseys. This led to the suggestion of the #PyLadies auction at #PyConUS this year including talk-worn shirts. Thoughts?

the first day back after a holiday break is an endless sea of people catching up from the past 2 weeks and asking what happened 10 days ago.

So I took a break from finding timecodes to complete fault reports, caught up on socials, and ending my day on a positive note cuz I'm seeing so many folks are registering and booking places to stay for #PyConUS 2026 in Long Beach!  

Sooo excited!

Registered for #PyConUS
in other #PyConUS random thoughts: I assume being LA means there will be a lot more outdoor seating at food/drink places…but also the outdoor seating will be in demand, instead of largely available for us covid-cautious folx (in places where May isn't necessarily fantastic weather)

possibly-crap-air-quality hotel closer to venue?
better-air-quality hotel farther from venue?
unaffiliated cute modern boutique hotel that only lets you book <3mo out?
…comedy option of the "bed & breakfast" at the marina where the rooms /are friggin boats/? 🤣

#PyConUS

#PyConUS registration booked. 👀

If you want to go to #PyConUS and aren't sure you can afford it, you can apply for a travel grant. Don't miss the chance. (You can always withdraw the application or decline the grant if you get funding elsewhere.)

https://us.pycon.org/2026/attend/travel-grants/

Travel Grants

PyCon US 2026

PyCon US 2026