Location

Farmers Branch, Texas

Dates

September 30 – October 1, 2016

About the Conference

ContainerizeThis is a free, vendor-independent, multi-track conference bringing together everyone involved in the container and Big Data space for a two-day event focused on learning. The conference covers all areas of the container ecosystem, including container hypervisors, standards and specifications, orchestration and management, container-native operating systems, security, and microservices.

Whether you work with orchestration platforms, are exploring container-native operating systems, or want to dive into security and microservices patterns, the program offers broad coverage of the container landscape.

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The DevOps conference circuit continues to expand each year, drawing professionals from software delivery, cloud infrastructure, and site reliability engineering. Events dedicated to application security have become increasingly prominent as organizations recognize the need to integrate security practices throughout the development lifecycle. These gatherings bring together developers, operations teams, and security specialists to explore practical approaches for building resilient systems. Attendees can expect sessions on threat modeling, secure coding practices, and compliance automation, all delivered through hands-on workshops and technical talks. The collaborative atmosphere encourages knowledge sharing across disciplines, helping teams move beyond siloed approaches to security. For those new to the field, these conferences offer an accessible entry point into the broader DevOps community.

Vendor-independent conferences play a vital role in the DevOps ecosystem by offering unbiased perspectives on emerging technologies and methodologies. Without the influence of commercial interests, these events focus squarely on what works in real-world production environments. Topics such as container orchestration, configuration management, and continuous delivery pipelines are examined from multiple angles, giving attendees a well-rounded understanding of the landscape. Community-driven events often feature practitioner-led sessions where experienced engineers share lessons learned from their own deployments. This peer-to-peer learning model fosters genuine connections among attendees and encourages ongoing collaboration long after the conference ends. The result is a richer, more practical educational experience that directly translates to improved practices back at the office.

As the DevOps movement matures, conference organizers are placing greater emphasis on inclusive programming that addresses the full spectrum of modern infrastructure challenges. From microservices architecture to observability and incident response, the range of topics reflects the growing complexity of today's software systems. Call for papers processes have become more rigorous, with program committees seeking diverse voices and real-world case studies. Early-career professionals benefit from mentorship opportunities and introductory tracks, while seasoned practitioners find advanced content that pushes the boundaries of current thinking. The global nature of these events means that ideas and best practices cross borders freely, helping to standardize approaches across industries and regions. This cross-pollination of ideas ultimately strengthens the entire DevOps community.