Serious Open Source Workshop

The Serious Open Source for the benefit of Humanity (SOSH) Conference will focus on the practice, development, and implementation of Open Source software, hardware, data and research related to the IEEE mission--to develop technology for the benefit of humanity. SOSH will take place at the Santa Clara Marriott in Silicon Valley, CA which is home to more than 10,000 IEEE members.

This conference will highlight collaborations across the broad Open Source community that helps to improve lives and result in technologies that increase the sustainability of the planet. It will also showcase the IEEE SA Open platform and the work it is supporting. 

Topics include: 

• Free Open Source Software (FOSS) Solutions for Global Issues, including Health, Climate Change, Supply Chain, Open Access, and Gender Equality.
• Case studies of IEEE (and other) standards that use Open Source.  
• The IEEE SA Open platform and governance - innovations and advantages.
• Industry Practices and Open Source Journeys: Talks on how industries have become involved in open source and the resulting benefits.
• Present and future initiatives to be supported by IEEE SA Open. 
• IEEE SA Open value proposition for industry and alignment within the global open source community.
• The role of Open Source Program Offices in companies, non-profits, and governments in promoting effective use of Open Source technologies.

Evening Networking Reception 5:00 PM

Join the conference attendees and speakers--including some of the industry's leading professionals--in a casual social environment. You'll also meet the driving forces behind technology innovation and Open Source development. 

Reception only tickets available. 

Consider a sponsorship in support of the event and gain exposure to this engaged audience. 

Sponsors receive:

• Six foot table and two chairs in the meal/reception room
• Include 1 item in the swag bag
• Logo/signage in presentation materials and website. 

Select "Sponsor Ticket" at registration to claim your spot. Limited opportunities available. 

Closest Airports: 

• San Jose International Airport (SJC) 1.8 miles away
• Oakland (OAK) - 28.7 miles away
• San Francisco (SFO) - 30.1 miles away

COVID Regulations: We will be following any local government/state guidelines, which are subject to change at anytime.