First Look at the Main Forum! Open Source, Open Life - Experience the New Open Source Lifestyle at COSCon'24
We sincerely invite you to attend the 9th China Open Source Conference (COSCon'24), to join this grand event and witness how open source is changing lives and shaping the future! This year's main forum, themed "Open Source, Open Life", will showcase how open source technology integrates into every aspect of our daily lives through diverse sharing and discussions.
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Registration Link:https://www.bagevent.com/event/coscon24
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Day One:Open Source, Open Life - A Stage for Sharing Stories
The theme for the first day is "Open Source, Open Life." Our focus will be on personal open source stories. Through sharing these stories, we hope to inspire more friends—"I can become an open source contributor too!"
Opening Ceremony & Welcome Address (9:00~9:20)
Let's kick off COSCon 2024 together! Jiang Bo, Chairperson of KaiYuanshe, and Ted Liu, Co-founder and Board Director of KaiYuanshe, will provide forward-looking insights into the new open source lifestyle. Open source is not just about code; it changes how we think, collaborate, and profoundly impacts all aspects of life.
Keynote Speech (9:20~9:40)
As a platinum sponsor of this conference, Wei Kewei, CTO of Inspur KaiwuDB, will present "KWDB: Embarking on a New Open Source Journey."
Keynote Speeches + Dialogue:Stories of How Open Source Changes Lives (9:40~11:40)
Four guests from different industries will share their deep connections with open source: from becoming a famous Bilibili UP主 after retirement, to open-sourcing their sports data, to transforming healthcare through open source, and even shaping a new tech-driven life with open source—each story shines with the power of open source. Live dialogues between guests during the speeches, sparking ideas, is one of the innovations of this conference.
Lightning Talks:Moments When Open Source Changed Personal Lives (11:40~12:20)
Eight open source enthusiasts from diverse backgrounds will use 5-minute lightning talks to share how open source changed their career paths or lifestyles. Whether you are a student, professional, or hobbyist, these inspiring open source stories will ignite your imagination for the future! 【Limited spots available, register quickly! See details in today's second push notification】
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Day Two:An Open New Future - Collision of Exploration and Vision
The theme for the second day is "An Open New Future." Open source has already and will continue to change the world. Our discussions will focus on the development of open source technology and the myriad changes it brings. Furthermore, on the occasion of KaiYuanshe's 10th anniversary, we will review and celebrate this remarkable decade with all old and new friends, and envision the future together.
KaiYuanshe's Vision for the Next Decade (9:00~9:20)
KaiYuanshe Chairperson Jiang Bo will outline the vision for KaiYuanshe's next decade, exploring the latest trends in open source in China and globally. Let's step into the next golden decade of open source together!
Major Release:China Open Source Annual Report (9:20~9:40)
The highly anticipated annual "Open Source Annual Report" will be released live! Professor Wang Wei from East China Normal University will interpret the latest data and development trends in China's open source ecosystem.
Panel Discussion:The Future of Open Source and Artificial Intelligence (9:40~10:20)
Amid the wave of artificial intelligence, how does the power of open source drive technological change? Leaders of top AI open source projects will gather to discuss a win-win future for open source and AI technology.
Panel Discussion:The Power of Open Source Education (10:20~10:50)
Open source not only leads trends in technology but also brings变革 (transformation) to education. Let's listen to experts share innovative models of open source education and discuss how to cultivate the next generation of open source talent.
Panel Discussion:The Social Responsibility of Open Source (10:50~11:20)
Open source is not just a technology but a force for social progress. The "OpenGood Open Source Public Welfare Case Collection," initiated and collected by KaiYuanshe, will be released at this conference. Subsequently, representatives from enterprises, communities, and public welfare organizations will share practical cases of open source solving social problems and discuss how to better fulfill the social responsibility of the open source community.
Panel Discussion:My Ten-Year Journey with KaiYuanshe (11:20~12:00)
Looking back over the past decade, how did KaiYuanshe grow from a startup community to today's open source benchmark? Founders, core members, and senior fans will tell their stories of growing up with KaiYuanshe.
Special Segment:KaiYuanshe Ten-Year Story Wall (12:00~12:30)
In this special segment, you will have the opportunity to take the stage and share your story with KaiYuanshe, witnessing the birth of the "KaiYuanshe Ten-Year Story Wall." Let's witness the profound impact of open source on individuals and communities together! Of course, there will also be cake and a group photo to capture this historic moment!
COSCon'24 is not just a feast for technical exchange but a carnival for open source enthusiasts! Whether you are a seasoned open source veteran or a newcomer just getting started, you can find resonance and inspiration here. Come join this annual open source extravaganza, envision the future of open source with like-minded friends, and experience the endless charm of the new open source lifestyle!
You can click "Read More" at the end of the article to purchase tickets and register. November 2-3, see you in Beijing! Let's not miss each other!
Produced by | COSCon'24 Organizing Committee Edited by | Mooncake Designed by | Wang Jun
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KaiYuansheKAIYUANSHE
KaiYuanshe was established in 2014. It is an open source community composed of individual volunteers dedicated to the cause of open source, based on the principles of "Contribution, Consensus, and Co-governance." KaiYuanshe always maintains the理念 (concept) of "Vendor-Neutral, Public Welfare, Non-Profit," with the愿景 (vision) of "Based in China, Contributing to the World, Promoting Open Source as a Lifestyle in the New Era," and the使命 (mission) of "Open Source Governance, International Integration, Community Development, Project Incubation," aiming to co-create a healthy and sustainable open source ecosystem.
KaiYuanshe actively cooperates closely with open-source-supporting communities, universities, enterprises, and relevant government units. It is also the first Chinese member of the Open Source Initiative (OSI), the global open source license certification organization.
Since 2016, KaiYuanshe has continuously hosted the China Open Source Conference (COSCon), released the "China Open Source Annual Report," jointly launched initiatives like the "China Open Source Pioneer List" and "China Open Source Code Power List," generating widespread influence both domestically and internationally.
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