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Join us as we explore the rich history of RailsConf with Marty Hott. We discuss the evolution of the conference, its significance to the Ruby community, and the importance of fostering connections and sustaining local events.

• Marty shares his journey with RailsConf from the beginning
• Early enthusiasm and community magic defined the first conferences
• Transitioning from informal gatherings to structured events
• The crucial role of sponsors for making conferences affordable
• Insights on the Sustainability challenges faced post-pandemic
• Introducing the impactful Scholars and Guides program
• Advice on getting involved in local conferences and organizing events
• Closing thoughts emphasize the importance of community engagement

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Evan Phoenix, a former director of RailsConf, shares his experiences and insights into organizing the conference. He recounted the transition from O'Reilly to Ruby Central in 2012, highlighting the chaos and last-minute preparations, including securing catering and designing the event. Evan emphasized the importance of selecting interesting locations and building reliable vendor relationships. He also discussed the volunteer program and the process of selecting speakers and sessions. Despite the end of RailsConf, Evan remains optimistic about Ruby Central's focus on RubyConf and its open-source initiatives, encouraging community involvement through volunteering and participation.

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