What is CodeMash?

CodeMash is a unique event that will educate developers on current practices, methodologies, and technology trends in a variety of platforms and development languages such as Java, .Net, Ruby and PHP.

When is the next CodeMash?

CodeMash v2.0.0.9 will be held from 7-9 January 2009. We'll be gathering once more at the Kalahari Lodge in Sandusky, Ohio. Check in opens the evening of the 6th. Day 0 of CodeMash, 7 January, is an optional day for our CodeMash Precompiler – a day jam-packed with hands-on coding sessions and introductory tutorials to all major platforms. CodeMash’s normal sessions and open spaces will be held on the 8th and 9th. Our usual Day 0 discussion panel will be held on the evening of 7 January.

Who is Keynoting at CodeMash 2009?

Eric Meyer, noted CSS expert, Mads Torgerson, one of the visionaries behind C#, and Venkat Subramaniam, author and Agile expert, will present keynote sessions at CodeMash 2009. Subramaniam is an internationally recognized proponent of, and speaker on, Agile and other software technologies. He received the Jolt award in 2007 for his book "Practices of an Agile Developer." Torgerson runs the C# language team's design meetings and has a background spanning from language research at a Danish university to collaborating with Sun Microsystems to implement generic wildcards in Java. Meyer is perhaps the industry's most visible proponent of web standards and has driven the W3C's CSS test suite project.

What is CodeMash's History?

The first CodeMash was held January 18-19, 2007 at the lush Kalahari Resort in Sandusky, Ohio. Nearly 300 attendees, staff, and sponsors gathered to hear sessions from industry leaders like Scott Hanselman, Bruce Eckel, Bill Wagner, and Jesse Liberty. Regional expertise was well-represented by a number of speakers from throughout the Heartland region. Take a look at CodeMash 2008's agenda to see the sessions that were offered. You can also view photos of the event online.

Kalahari Resort and Nia Center

You will never have a dull moment at CodeMash! Ohio's Largest Indoor Waterpark is at the Kalahari Resort in Sandusky. Stand up surf or boogie board 365 days a yearon the FlowRider. Experience the Zip Coaster uphill water roller coaster slide!
Kalahari features 596 beautifully appointed African-themed guest rooms and suites. High speed internet access is available in the rooms and throughout the convention center. The NIA Center is a stunning representation of the deeply rich African culture. With authentic African art and artifacts on display throughout the property, the NIA Center is the perfect location to free your mind and relax while soaking up great presentations from some of the regions premiere speakers! Check out some pictures of the resort and convention center from our site visit!

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