Jeff Fritz: .NET Conf Recap – Episode 278

Challenges

  • Managing virtual and in-person conference dynamics.
  • Keeping up with rapid .NET updates and features.
  • Ensuring high engagement and interactivity.

Solutions

  • Leveraging hybrid event formats for broader reach.
  • Regularly updating and educating the community on new features.
  • Utilizing interactive tools and platforms for better engagement.

Benefits

  • Increased accessibility and participation.
  • Enhanced knowledge and skills within the .NET community.
  • Stronger community connections and networking opportunities.

Jeff Fritz is an experienced developer, technical educator, and PM on the .NET team at Microsoft. He founded The Live Coders team on Twitch, and regularly livestreams builds of websites and fun applications. You can follow Jeff for more .NET, .NET Core, and Visual Studio content on Twitch and Twitter at @csharpfritz.

Topics of Discussion:

[02:00] Jeff talks about how he shifted from programming to teaching.
[04:08] Teaching and mentoring led Jeff to an opportunity to join Microsoft as a developer advocate.
[07:33] Jeff is the Executive Producer for .NET Conf.
[08:10] What are some of the great events happening at .NET Conf?
[10:00] When did Jeff build the .NET Conf 2023 team?
[11:35] The planning and execution of .NET Conf.
[15:31] Virtual vs. in-person conferences and interactivity.
[22:16] The biggest .NET conference announcements and new features that attendees shouldn’t miss.
[23:20] .NET Aspire.
[24:33] Intro to Web Applications for .NET for experts.
[29:40] Jeff loves that “aha moment” that can come with thinking outside the box.
[30:24] What should people do next?