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PlatformCon 2024 showcased incredible growth and a dynamic lineup, reinforcing its position as both the largest platform engineering event globally and a must-attend event for platform engineering and DevOps professionals. Hosted virtually, the event attracted an impressive 20,000=attendees—nearly doubling last year’s numbers—and featured 158 insightful talks.

The conference, a vibrant blend of blueprints, impact discussions, cultural explorations, and hands-on workshops, provided a comprehensive overview of the current state and future direction of the field. This recap highlights key themes and takeaways from the diverse range of sessions.

PlatformCon 2024's "Blueprints" track offered a deep dive into the architectural foundations driving modern platform engineering. Experts explored everything from scaling infrastructure and optimizing platform orchestration to unique IDP architectures. This recap highlights the most impactful sessions.

PlatformCon 2024's "Culture" track underscored that successful platform engineering demands more than just technical prowess; it requires a collaborative, user-centric, and inclusive mindset. Experts shared strategies for building trust, driving adoption, and fostering positive team dynamics to maximize the impact of platform initiatives.

PlatformCon 2024's "Impact" track directly addressed a critical challenge: demonstrating the value and return on investment (ROI) of platform engineering. Leading experts shared practical strategies for assessing platform success, enhancing developer experience, and aligning platform investments with tangible business outcomes.

PlatformCon 2024's "Stories" track provided a captivating look into the real-world journeys of platform engineering teams. From large enterprises to agile startups, speakers shared valuable lessons learned, highlighting both the challenges and triumphs of implementing IDPs and driving innovation.

PlatformCon 2024's "Toolbox" track showcased a powerful array of tools and techniques designed to elevate platform engineering practices. From Kubernetes orchestration to GitOps pipelines and cloud-native observability, these sessions equipped attendees with the latest innovations and best practices.

PlatformCon 2024’s workshops and live panels offered invaluable opportunities for hands-on learning and engaging discussions. The highly sought-after workshops showcased the strong demand for interactive training, while the live panels provided collaborative spaces for exploring current trends and the future of platform engineering.