PyLadiesCon 2026

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PyLadiesCon 2026 is the global online conference of PyLadies, the international mentorship group that helps more women become active participants and leaders in the Python open-source community. Now in its fourth edition, the event is organised by a volunteer team of PyLadies members and is open to anyone interested in Python, whatever their background. The conference runs online from 5 to 7 December 2026 and is free to attend, with sessions spread across time zones and hosted on Discord. A distinctive feature is its multilingual programme: content is offered in English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Japanese and Chinese, and communities can propose additional languages if volunteers handle subtitles and hosting. The schedule combines tutorials and workshops, panels on Python development and careers, open spaces, collaborative networking and sprints with project maintainers. Participants can build practical skills in follow-along sessions, make a first open-source contribution during the sprints and connect with PyLadies members worldwide; no prior experience is required. By removing travel costs and language barriers, PyLadiesCon widens access to the Python community and strengthens the network that supports women developers in open source.