SoCraTes-IT

"Great things happen when we come together."

SoCraTes 2025

02/10/2025 - 04/10/2025, Rimini

"Shaping software through curiosity and connection."

SoCraTes is an informal “unconference” where everyone helps shape the agenda. Each day starts with a Marketplace where participants pitch sessions and ideas.

Everyone is encouraged to participate, whether by leading a session or joining discussions. The event promotes inclusivity and respect supported by a code of conduct.

By actively participating in social experiences like playing games and joining casual hangouts, we will gain insights into the functionalities of software.

People

Everyone who is concerned with coding, testing, code quality and software craft. There is no agenda and there are no speakers before the event starts. Proposals are presented during the event itself in the mornings, and voted by the participants right after. Meet us if you want to share your knowledge, experience and expertise!

Retreat

The event will be run as a non-profit, low-cost event. It will be much like a retreat. We will be there for 48 hours to collaborate and share ideas in a self-organized Open Space. There will be hands-on coding sessions, sessions focused on discussion, interactive talks and lots more.

Fun

We will not only spend the days together but also the nights. And – believe it or not – programmers are a great company! There will be lots of opportunities to spend your time. Starting with simple chilling over walking, playing games, hanging around, talking and laughing.

What We Stand For

Our Values

SoCraTes fosters an inclusive community.

We are committed to providing a friendly, safe, and welcoming environment for all, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, programming language, ability, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and religion (or lack thereof).

Open space

SoCraTes IT will be run as a three-day Open Space, facilitated by the outstanding facilitator from Connexxo. We love working in self-organizing teams – well, Open Space is a simple technique for creating a self-organizing conference!

Code of Conduct

SoCraTes IT follows the Conference Code of Conduct laid out by several conference organisers around the globe. We ask that you read the full version before attending. You are required to cooperate with the code throughout the event to help ensure a safe environment for everybody.