DigitalMara has collected a list of upcoming Java events in 2023, both in-person and online. Conferences, exhibitions and workshops are held as part of these events. Taking part in a Java conference is one of the best ways for Java devs, tech people and anyone related to IT to expand their knowledge, stay up to date with current development trends, build connections and do some networking. For companies and experts, it’s an opportunity to showcase their products and services, and share their experience.
Event 1 – Summit for Java Devs’23
When: February 21–22
Where: Online
This event will cover a wide range of Java topics, including JDK 19 latest updates, security and vulnerability management, chaos engineering for resilience and robustness, the project loom model, open telemetry in JVM, flight recorders and much more. The conference has two separate tracks, for middle and senior specialists, and for juniors.
Prices: full access $350; for juniors, free access to Junior Track and Live Q&A panels.
Event 2 – ConFoo 2023
When: February 22–24
Where: Montreal, Canada
This is a multi-technology conference for developers, analysts and project managers, covering 10 major programming topics, including Java & JVM languages. Participants can attend numerous tech talks and workshops. And companies can promote their products and services in the exhibition.
Prices: conference ticket $1100, workshops from $700 to $1200.
Event 3 – JavaLand 2023
When: March 21–23
Where: Brühl, Germany
JavaLand is a two-day conference and an entire third day of training in small groups. It includes presentations, community activities, exhibitions, workshops, knowledge and experience exchanging and networking. In 2022, there were more than 1200 participants, all Java fans. With JavaLand Studio team, all sessions are recorded, so that participants can watch the live stream and have online access to lectures from previous years.
Prices: full ticket €1.500
Event 4 – Voxxed Days Bucharest 2023
When: March 22–24
Where: Bucharest, Romania
Voxxed Days Bucharest combines a conference, community meetups and trainings and covers the following topics: Java, cloud, architecture, Data & AI, modern languages and DevOps. The event brings together popular speakers, core developers of popular open-source technologies and professionals willing to share their knowledge and experience. There are more than 1000 participants annually.
Prices: from €300
Event 5 – GeeCON 2023
When: April 19–21
Where: Krakow, Poland
GeeCON has a main focus on Java and JVM-based technologies, and some parts are devoted to Groovy and Scala. The event is dedicated to the exchange of experience on modern software development methodologies, corporate architectures, software development skills, design patterns, distributed computing and much more.
Prices: €269 + VAT
Event 6 – JAlba 2023
When: May 4
Where: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
JAlba is an “unconference” devoted to Java, the Java ecosystem and other wider technology questions. This is a nonprofit event aiming to build strong connections in the Java community, sharing knowledge and experience.
Prices: £150
Event 7 – Java Day Istanbul 2023
When: May 6
Where: Istanbul, Turkey
Java Day Istanbul, supported by the Istanbul Java User Group, is one of the most important software conferences in Turkey. The conference covers the newest technologies and trends in Java, web, mobile, Big Data, cloud, DevOps, Agile and future. It’s also a networking opportunity for developers, tech companies, and startups.
Prices: 2.999₺ + %18 VAT
Event 8 – JAX 2023
When: May 8–12
Where: Mainz, Germany
JAX is a leading conference for enterprise technologies, software architecture, agility and Java in Europe. The event hosts sessions and workshops in 7 tracks and is a platform for business networking. The event will be carried out in a hybrid format.
Prices: from €699 to €2.499
Event 9 – Devoxx UK 2023
When: May 10–12
Where: London, United Kingdom
Devoxx is a 3-day developer community conference concentrating on the most vital developer-focused topics and latest technology advances, and delving into some fascinating ideas. The event has over 170 sessions covering Java, cloud, data, AI, Machine Learning, robotics, programming languages, security, architecture, developer practices, culture and more. In mini labs, developers can work together on plugins, new features, bug fixes, improved documentation etc.
Prices: £745.00 + 20.00% VAT
Event 10 – I Code Java Cape Town 2023
When: May 10–11
Where: Cape Town, South Africa
I Code Java is Africa’s longest running Java and Kotlin conference. It’s a community-driven event that has a focus on coding, architecture and developing leadership skills. Virtual participation is possible.
Prices: from R 1.450
Event 11 – JCON OpenBlend Slovenia 2023
When: June 1–2
Where: Portorož, Slovenia
The conference is part of events held on behalf of JCON and is dedicated to Java-related content: Agile methodologies, cloud native development, Java architecture, mobile development, UI and UX and many more. JCON Slovenia will be coupled with MakeIT devoted to Oracle.
Prices: not available yet.
Event 12 – JCON Europe 2023
When: June 20–23
Where: Cologne, Germany
JCON Europe is an annual event created for the Java community by the Java User Group Oberpfalz in cooperation with JAVAPRO Magazine. The event hosts a conference, exhibitions and workshops. In general, JCON has its focus on core Java, serverside Java, APIs and Frameworks. However, the main topic of this year will be Java-Cloud-Native and Microservices.
Prices: €639.20, for JUG members free
Event 13 – J-Spring 2023
When: June 21
Where: Utrecht, Netherlands
J-Spring is organized by the Dutch Java User Group. It’s one day of sessions by Java experts. To attend this event, one should be a member of the NLJUG. The community unites software developers, architects, ICT managers, students, new media developers and business partners with a general interest in all aspects of Java technology.
Prices: € 59.50 (incl. 9% VAT) for the membership
Event 14 – DevBcn
When: July 3–5
Where: Barcelona, Spain
The Barcelona Developers Conference 2023 is a rebranding of the biggest Java & JVM conference in Spain, to include more technologies and tracks. Starting from this year, the conference has 7 tracks. Besides the core topics, participants share their knowledge and experiences and learn more about new technologies related to backend and frontend development, Agile, DevOps, cloud, Kubernetes, big data, AI and many others.
Prices: starting from €300
Event 15 – JCrete 2023
When: July 11–16
Where: Online
JCrete is an open spaces “unconference”, creating infrastructure for exchanging ideas. The event doesn’t have a set schedule. It is a participant-driven meeting, meaning only the participants decide which questions will be discussed and practiced.
Prices: invitation-only conference, no conference fee.
Event 16 – Java Forum Nord 2023
When: September 12
Where: Hannover, Germany
Java Forum Nord is a community conference supported by Java User Groups from the north. Last year it presented 30 lectures on topics of Java, agility and UI automation, open source, cross-team, maintainability of systems and more.
Prices: not available yet.
Event 17 – JUG Saxony Day 2023
When: September 29
Where: Radebeul, Germany
JUG Saxony Day 2023 was created by Java enthusiasts to promote knowledge exchange and networking. The event has 6 tracks: Java, Cloud, Architecture, Quality, and IT and Society. To make things simpler, the team has created the JSD, where participants can buy tickets, read information about sessions and rate them.
Prices: not available yet.
Event 18 – I Code Java Johannesburg 2023
When: October 11–12
Where: Johannesburg, South Africa
This is the second part of the Java & Kotlin event in Africa. Virtual participation is also possible.
Prices: not available yet.
Event 19 – Accento
When: October 24–25
Where: Karlsruhe, Germany
Accento is an event for experienced and expert-level Java, JavaScript and web developers that combines a conference on the first day with training on the second day.
Prices: not available yet.
Event 20 – JCON World 2023
When: November 21–24
Where: Online
This is the final stage of events under the patronage of Java User Group Oberpfalz and JAVAPRO Magazine. The online format allows more participants from all over the world to join.
Prices: not available yet.
