<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8" standalone="yes"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"><channel><title>PyCon Ireland 2026</title><link>https://2026.pycon.ie/</link><description>PyCon Ireland 2026 — Ireland's premier Python conference. Join Python developers for talks, workshops, and networking at Trinity College Dublin.</description><generator>Hugo</generator><language>en-ie</language><copyright>Python Ireland</copyright><managingEditor>contact@python.ie (Python Ireland)</managingEditor><webMaster>contact@python.ie (Python Ireland)</webMaster><atom:link href="https://2026.pycon.ie/index.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><image><url>https://2026.pycon.ie/img/og-image.webp</url><title>PyCon Ireland 2026</title><link>https://2026.pycon.ie/</link></image><item><title>Call for Proposals Now Open</title><link>https://2026.pycon.ie/blog/call-for-proposals/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://2026.pycon.ie/blog/call-for-proposals/</guid><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><dc:creator>Python Ireland</dc:creator><description>Submit your talk proposal for PyCon Ireland 2026. We're looking for speakers of all experience levels.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We&rsquo;re excited to announce that the <strong>Call for Proposals (CFP)</strong> for PyCon Ireland 2026 is now open!</p>
<h2 id="we-want-to-hear-from-you">We Want to Hear From You</h2>
<p>Whether you&rsquo;re a first-time speaker or an experienced presenter, we&rsquo;d love to hear your Python story. We welcome proposals on a wide range of topics, including:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Web Development</strong> — Django, Flask, FastAPI, and beyond</li>
<li><strong>Data Science &amp; ML</strong> — pandas, scikit-learn, PyTorch, and more</li>
<li><strong>DevOps &amp; Infrastructure</strong> — CI/CD, containers, cloud-native Python</li>
<li><strong>Security</strong> — Best practices for secure Python applications</li>
<li><strong>Community &amp; Education</strong> — Teaching Python, diversity initiatives, community building</li>
<li><strong>Core Python</strong> — Language features, CPython internals, typing</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="talk-formats">Talk Formats</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Full talks</strong> (30 minutes) — Deep dives into a topic</li>
<li><strong>Lightning talks</strong> (5 minutes) — Quick, focused presentations</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="how-to-submit">How to Submit</h2>
<p>Visit our <a href="https://sessionize.com/pycon-ireland-2026/">proposal submission page</a> to submit your talk. The deadline is <strong>30 August 2026</strong>.</p>
<p>Don&rsquo;t hesitate to reach out at <a href="mailto:contact@python.ie">contact@python.ie</a> if you have any questions about your proposal.</p>
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Announcing PyCon Ireland 2026</title><link>https://2026.pycon.ie/blog/announcing-pycon-ireland-2026/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://2026.pycon.ie/blog/announcing-pycon-ireland-2026/</guid><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><dc:creator>Python Ireland</dc:creator><description>We're excited to announce PyCon Ireland 2026! Join us on 17 October at Trinity College Dublin.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We&rsquo;re thrilled to announce that <strong>PyCon Ireland 2026</strong> will take place on <strong>17 October 2026</strong> at <strong>Trinity College Dublin</strong>.</p>
<p>After years of building Ireland&rsquo;s Python community, we&rsquo;re bringing together the best speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities for Python developers of all levels.</p>
<h2 id="what-to-expect">What to Expect</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>50+ talks</strong> across multiple tracks covering web development, data science, machine learning, DevOps, and more</li>
<li><strong>Hands-on workshops</strong> for beginners and advanced practitioners</li>
<li><strong>Lightning talks</strong> where anyone can share their Python story</li>
<li><strong>Networking events</strong> to connect with fellow Pythonistas</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="call-for-proposals">Call for Proposals</h2>
<p>Our Call for Proposals will open soon. Whether you&rsquo;re a first-time speaker or a seasoned presenter, we want to hear from you. Stay tuned for more details.</p>
<h2 id="get-involved">Get Involved</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Speak:</strong> Share your expertise with the community</li>
<li><strong>Sponsor:</strong> Support Ireland&rsquo;s Python community</li>
<li><strong>Volunteer:</strong> Help us make PyCon Ireland amazing</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="/#tickets">Get your tickets now</a> and be part of PyCon Ireland 2026!</p>
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Photo Credits</title><link>https://2026.pycon.ie/credits/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://2026.pycon.ie/credits/</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><dc:creator>Python Ireland</dc:creator><description>Attribution for photography and images used on the PyCon Ireland 2026 website.</description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 id="cfp-page--hero">CFP page — Hero</h2>
<p><strong>Speaker presenting on stage at a conference</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@productschool">Product School</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/DL-yyYDDNX4">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a> — free for commercial use, no attribution required.</p>
<hr>
<h2 id="homepage--about-section-cards">Homepage — About section cards</h2>
<p><strong>Conference talk — speaker presenting at a technology conference</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@dannyhowe">Danny Howe</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/1540575467063">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a> — free for commercial use, no attribution required.</p>
<p><strong>Conference networking — people collaborating at a tech event</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@headwayio">Headway</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/1519389950473">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a> — free for commercial use, no attribution required.</p>
<hr>
<h2 id="homepage--hero-image">Homepage — Hero image</h2>
<p><strong>Red telephone box in front of The Temple Bar, Dublin</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@matheussox">Matheus Câmara da Silva</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/NL2ORrGh8KM">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a> — free for commercial use, no attribution required.</p>
<hr>
<h2 id="discover-dublin--gallery">Discover Dublin — Gallery</h2>
<p><strong>Ha&rsquo;penny Bridge over the River Liffey</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@sophiepopp">Sophie Popplewell</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/blDB0HbjB1k">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Deer in Phoenix Park</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@cl3m_bnt">Clément Bonnet</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/FE-OsdkaFBw">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Georgian architecture in Dublin city centre</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@bydostalova">Barbora Dostálová</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/CVStJe2lhmU">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Dublin Castle at sunset</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@lisafecker">Lisa Fecker</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/V-B9sHnqeR4">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
<hr>
<h2 id="venue-page--hero">Venue page — Hero</h2>
<p><strong>Trinity College Dublin — The Long Room library</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@vanunsplash">Van Williams</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/Ty6KjYKmiUk">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a> — free for commercial use, no attribution required.</p>
<hr>
<h2 id="discover-dublin--top-things-to-do">Discover Dublin — Top Things to Do</h2>
<p><strong>Trinity College Library (Long Room)</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@vanunsplash">Van Williams</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/Ty6KjYKmiUk">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
<p><strong>National Gallery of Ireland</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@julietfurst">Juliet Furst</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/vjniDz-rmpY">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Phoenix Park at sunset</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@ffsevero">Fabrício Severo</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/CN8eQvJNSes">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Guinness Storehouse — Glass atrium ceiling</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@jean_vella">Jean Vella</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/e6rMD1ZPZSc">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Dublin coffee — Food &amp; Markets</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@nicolascomte">Nicolas Comte</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/4dO3Xdv_QWM">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Howth beacon &amp; lighthouse</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@aluengo91">Alejandro Luengo</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/YOeEWHWWTOw">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
<hr>
<h2 id="discover-dublin--getting-around">Discover Dublin — Getting Around</h2>
<p><strong>DART — Dublin train tracks</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@duythanh">Duy Thanh Nguyen</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/W-ZjOkHqMFw">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Luas — Tram in motion</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@leshatuman">lesha tuman</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/57IJplJhv2k">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Dublin Bus — Green double-decker</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@nirhimi">NIR HIMI</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/ZZ33kwxVkhI">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Leap Card — Contactless payment</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@sumup">SumUp</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/JSk0OT2Klac">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Dublin Bikes — City cycling</strong>
Photograph by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@micheile">micheile henderson</a>, published on <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/GrdAN0NEIKY">Unsplash</a>.
Used under the <a href="https://unsplash.com/license">Unsplash License</a>.</p>
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