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+meta_desc: PulumiUP 2024 is back! Register to attend on September 18, and dive into the future of cloud, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), AI, platform engineering, and more.
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+Today we announce our annual PulumiUP virtual conference taking place on September 18, 2024. PulumiUP is our global cloud and IaC conference for anyone interested in infrastructure as code, cloud, AI, platform engineering, DevOps, and cloud culture. Every year, we strive to build a program packed with technical talks, demos, and best practices to empower you with new learnings and inspiration that you can apply in your professional life. Attend to hear from industry leaders, experts, and community peers.
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+## What is PulumiUP?
+
+PulumiUP isn't just another conference, it's a global gathering of minds passionate about cloud technologies, AI, DevOps, and everything in between. Whether you're an industry veteran or just dipping your toes into the vast ocean of cloud computing, PulumiUP has something for everyone.
+
+You'll hear keynotes from Pulumi Founder/CEO Joe Duffy and CTO Luke Hoban, stories from industry leaders on their experiences with cloud adoption and transformation (and how they used Pulumi to make it happen), and talks from other members of the Pulumi community (like you!) aimed at helping you navigate the ever-changing world of the cloud.
+
+## Call for Speakers: Your Story Matters
+
+One exciting addition to this year's event is the call for speakers. We invite you, the community, to share your stories, experiences, and expertise with fellow attendees. Whether it's a deep dive into a groundbreaking project, lessons learned from failures, or innovative best practices, your voice matters at PulumiUP.
+
+### Key Dates to Remember
+
+- CFP opens: Thursday, April 25, 2024.
+- CFP closes: Monday, June 17, 2024.
+- CFP Notifications: Monday, July 22, 2024.
+
+### Selection Criteria
+
+At PulumiUP, diversity and originality are celebrated. We welcome proposals from all corners of the tech community and prioritize fresh perspectives and solutions. Regardless of where you are in the world, we want to hear from you. Whether you're a seasoned speaker or a first-timer, we encourage you to submit your ideas. Just remember, no vendor pitches allowed!
+
+### Talk Formats and Themes
+
+You can submit up to two proposals in either the Lightning Talk (15-minute) or traditional session (30-minute) formats. The conference will cover a wide array of themes, including:
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+- **Infrastructure as Code**: From cloud providers to Kubernetes, explore the latest trends and best practices in cloud computing and IaC.
+- **Platform Engineering & DevOps**: Learn how to streamline CI/CD practices, automate infrastructure operations, build internal developer portals (IDP), and improve developer experiences.
+- **AI / ML**: Dive into the world of AI and ML with topics like deploying AI application, LLM models, MLOps, and AIOps.
+- **Cloud Culture**: Discover the human side of tech, focusing on diversity, inclusivity, and collaboration within the industry.
+
+Do you have a story to tell? [Submit your proposal](https://sessionize.com/pulumiup-conference-2024).
+
+## Join Us on September 18!
+
+[Register for PulumiUP](https://www.pulumi.com/pulumi-up/). Stay tuned for more updates and announcements as we gear up for PulumiUP 2024. We can't wait to see you there!