Unconferences are faciliated, participant driven gatherings centred around a particular theme. Typically they avoid some of the less appealing features of traditional conferences or CPD events, such as high fees, lack of interactivity and sponsored presentations, relying instead on as many attendees as possible taking an active role in presenting, faciliating or discussing. An unconference is what its participants, not its organizers make it.

There's an increasing interest in them in both technical and educational circles, with models such as Barcamps, Educamps, Hackfests and Teachmeets.

For our conference, we're planning a couple of keynotes, a number of rooms in which participants can present on their projects or take part in round table discussions for 30 minute sessions, and lots of opportunities for folks to share ideas and experience. It promises to be a great time!