Call for WordPress Open Mic

Share Your WordPress Story at WordCamp Pune

The WordPress Open Mic at WordCamp Pune is a space for the community to share real, honest WordPress stories.

This is not about perfect talks or expert knowledge. It’s about people, experiences, and learning together. If WordPress has been part of your journey, we’d love to hear from you.

Who Can Apply?

Anyone from the WordPress community can apply:

• First-time WordCamp attendees
• First-time speakers
• Developers, designers, marketers, writers
• Students, freelancers, contributors

*No speaking experience is required.

Session Details

• Session: WordPress Open Mic: Stories from the Community
• Duration: ~60 minutes
• Speaking Time: ~5 minutes per person
• Format: Mic-only, no slides

Topic Guidelines

All stories should be based on personal experience and related to WordPress or the WordPress community.

You Can Talk About

• Your first WordPress website
• Moving from non-technical to WordPress
• A WordPress project that didn’t work out
• How WordPress helped you start freelancing or working independently
• Your first contribution to WordPress
• What the WordPress community means to you
• Your first WordCamp experience

Please Avoid

• Selling or promoting products/services
• Product demos
• Company or agency promotion
• Client case studies
• Hiring or recruitment pitches

Important Note

• Participation in the WordPress Open Mic does not count as a regular WordCamp talk.
• Open Mic participants will not receive a Speaker badge or Speaker perks.
• This session is purely community-driven and meant for sharing stories and experiences.

How to Apply

• Applications are open now
• Fill out the form below with your story idea
• First-time speakers are encouraged

Some slots may also be available on the event day.

Code of Conduct

All participants must follow the WordCamp Code of Conduct.

Please be respectful, inclusive, and mindful of time. This is a safe and welcoming space for everyone.

Ready to Share?

Apply using the form below and be part of the WordPress Open Mic at WordCamp Pune.