| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Presentation Language | All presentations must be in English. |
| Session Duration | The presentation must be 20-25 minutes long. Be specific and precise. |
| Contact Information | Include your contact information on the final slide. |
| Conclusion Slide(s) | Include a conclusion slide highlighting the key takeaways from your presentation. |
| Q&A Preparation | Prepare at least 2 questions based on your presentation. |
| Accepted File Formats | Presentations should be in PPTx or Google Slides. PDF or Word files are not accepted. |
| Spelling and Grammar | Check spelling using spell check software or a proofreader to ensure correctness. |
| Presentation Templates | Use the templates provided by the ACDKOCHI25 team for consistent branding. |
| Slide Design | Keep slides simple and legible. Ensure images match the presentation theme and are high-quality. |
| Screen Size | The conference screen size is 12ft x 8ft (Track 01 & Track 02). Adjust your slides accordingly. |
| Presentation Submission | Submit your presentation on time for review to ensure it meets brand and community guidelines. |
| Last-Minute Changes | No changes can be made in the session room. Make sure everything is finalized before submission. |
| Console Laptops | The conference will provide laptops for presentation. Avoid using your own laptop to save setup time and prevent technical issues. |
| Live Demo | Due to bandwidth limitations, pre-recorded demo videos are recommended over live demonstrations. |
| Accessibility | Use clear fonts, avoid excessive text, and ensure sufficient contrast for readability. |
| Backup | Keep a backup of your presentation on a USB or cloud storage in case of technical issues. |
| Tip | Details |
|---|---|
| Voice and Delivery | Speak loudly, slowly and clearly. Avoid speaking too quickly as this may affect the audience's ability to understand you. |
| Body Language | Stand upright with chest high as good posture helps in exuding an air of confidence. |
| Audience Engagement | Talk with your audience; avoid reading your slides. |
| Handling Questions | Encourage questions: be patient and listen to the question from audience. |
| Using Humor | Humor - Any joke you tell should be appropriate. |
| Handling Mistakes | Learn to laugh at your mistakes (if you make any). |
| Enjoy Your Session | Enjoy your session. If you enjoy it, your audience is likely to enjoy it too. |
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1. Submit CFP | Submit your Call for Proposals through our official CFP form. |
| 2. CFP Approval | Wait for the organizing team to review and approve your proposal. |
| 3. Acknowledge Approval | Please acknowledge the approval and confirm your participation. |
| 4. Social Media Announcement | Your session will be announced on our social media channels. |
| 5. Book Travel & Accommodation | If traveling from outside the city, book your travel and accommodation. |
| 6. Submit Initial Presentation | Submit your initial presentation slides for review. |
| 7. Review for Guidelines | Team reviews slides for brand and community guidelines compliance. |
| 8. Final Slides | Make any requested changes and submit final slides. |
| 9. Move to Production Team | Final slides are moved to the production team. |
| 10. Add Intro & Thank You | Production team adds intro and thank you slides to your presentation. |
| 11. Event Day | Arrive early, check in at Console Room, and deliver your amazing session! |
This is a 100% community-driven event, and we are committed to bringing industry experts like you from across the region to deliver inspiring and valuable sessions for our community members. Our mission is knowledge sharing, fostering peer-to-peer learning, and supporting professional growth.
We are working hard to make this one of the best tech events ever in Kerala. We kindly request you to avoid last-minute cancellations, as it can be challenging for us to manage the schedule and logistics. Please note that, as a community event running on a tight budget, we are unable to provide travel or accommodation for speakers coming from distant cities.
We truly appreciate your participation and are confident that this will be an amazing platform for you to deliver your talk. 🎉
We're here to support you in delivering an amazing session. Reach out to us for template access, technical requirements, or any questions about your presentation.