THE ORGANIZER - AFRICA RUBY COMMUNITY
The African Ruby Community (ARC) is a community of 5000+ Ruby
Developers developers (Engineers), entrepreneurs, designers
and freelancers with chapters in Nairobi- Kenya, Kampala - Uganda, Kigali-Rwanda, and Dar es Salaam- Tanzania.
ARC aims to unite entrepreneurs, developers, designers, and open-source contributors to tackle various challenges. By embracing entrepreneurship and open-source principles, ARC believes in offering comprehensive solutions to numerous issues. Attendees are equipped with both technological tools and entrepreneurial methodologies to maximize their potential and inspire others in their communities and beyond.
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE - RUBY MINI CONF AFRICA 2024
Agile, Open Source & Entrepreneurship
This Mini-conference theme, “Innovate. Commercialize. Transform with Ruby,” emphasizes our dedication to promoting an innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem in Kenya and beyond. The summit aims to unite stakeholders—students, startups, and established companies—to showcase innovative ideas and entrepreneurial skills that tackle local, national, and global challenges.The objective of the conference is to:
- Showcase and advocate for Open Source technologies as catalysts for advancement across Industry, Entrepreneurship, and Academia.
- Foster discussions and explore how Agile methodologies can be adapted and optimized for sustainable development practices within the Ruby community.
- Provide insights, Inspire and equip Ruby developers with the entrepreneurial mindset and skills necessary to build successful tech startups.
- Elevate the status of the Ruby community in Africa to become a globally recognized and integrated community.
Directions
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Conference
October 29 & 31, 2024
8.00 AM - 05.30 PM
KCA University, Nairobi, Kenya
Located in the vibrant Ruaraka area of Nairobi, KCA University offers conference attendees modern facilities and a comfortable environment. The university features well-maintained lecture halls, computer labs, a library, and Wi-Fi, ensuring an optimal experience for all visitors.
Surrounded by numerous amenities, KCA University is just a short distance from Garden City Mall and Thika Road Mall, providing ample dining and shopping options. The university is well-connected by public transportation, with major roads and highways easily accessible. Taxi and ride-sharing services are also readily available. Conveniently, KCA University is approximately a 30-minute drive from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, making it easily accessible for international and out-of-town visitors.
The campus and its surrounding areas are generally safe, with university security and local law enforcement ensuring the safety of students and visitors. Enjoy your time at the conference and take the opportunity to explore the vibrant surroundings of KCA University!
Surrounded by numerous amenities, KCA University is just a short distance from Garden City Mall and Thika Road Mall, providing ample dining and shopping options. The university is well-connected by public transportation, with major roads and highways easily accessible. Taxi and ride-sharing services are also readily available. Conveniently, KCA University is approximately a 30-minute drive from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, making it easily accessible for international and out-of-town visitors.
The campus and its surrounding areas are generally safe, with university security and local law enforcement ensuring the safety of students and visitors. Enjoy your time at the conference and take the opportunity to explore the vibrant surroundings of KCA University!
How to get there
Directions to KCA University are provided in the map
section.