BackstageCon 2023 is right around the corner! Hosted as a CNCF Co-located Event in Chicago, this year's BackstageCon promises a plethora of insightful sessions, keynotes, and lightning talks. It will be taking place on November 6 at McCormick Place West in Chicago, Illinois.
GenAI in Backstage:Ben Wilcock from VMware will spotlight the integration of AI models like ChatGPT in Backstage, showcasing how AI can elevate developer productivity by automating tasks and generating code. In a relatedlightning talk, Nate Axcell from TELUS will share their transformative journey with Backstage. From a collaboration tool for 2,500 employees to an internal search for 100,000 in just a year, TELUS harnessed AI capabilities, resulting in a 566% surge in Backstage adoption in Q2. This rapid adoption translated to significant productivity gains, saving each employee over 284 days of effort in two months.
At the upcoming event, there will be a deep dive into Backstage adoption stories. A panel, featuring experts from Spotify, U.S. Bank, Expedia Group, Twilio Segment, and Lunar, will discuss their Backstage journey, touching on technical and cultural shifts. Additionally, folks from B3, a top global stock exchange, will share their unique experience. They've been able to useBackstage to boost developer satisfaction in a regulated environment. Join us to learn from these real-world implementations and insights.
Lightning Talks: Quick, insightful sessions on a range of topics, ensuring there's something for everyone.
And that's just a sneak peek! The full schedule has even more exciting content, discussions, and networking opportunities. This being the second edition of Backstagecon
But that's not all! With Harness being a proud sponsor, we're excited to connect with fellow Backstage enthusiasts and share our expertise and insights with the community. If you're keen to explore how the Harness Internal Developer Portal (IDP) can enhance your developer experience and help you with your Software Delivery Life Cycle, check it out here.