Developer conferences are evolving to match the changing nature of software development. Docker is co-hosting the WeAreDevelopers World Congress North America in 2026 to address how AI agents and shifting developer expectations are reshaping events. The conference will focus on practical, hands-on learning and community-driven content.
- New North America event: Docker co-presents WeAreDevelopers World Congress North America in 2026, expanding beyond the Berlin flagship. The conference targets AI-native workflows and agentic development.
- AI agents as first-class citizens: Sessions cover building, deploying, and managing AI agents using tools like
docker composeanddocker run. Expect deep dives into LLM integration, vector databases, and agent orchestration. - Developer experience (DX) focus: Conferences shift from passive keynotes to interactive workshops, live coding, and hackathons. Attendees can experiment with Docker AI features, including AI-powered development environments and automated code review.
- Community co-creation: Docker invites developers to submit talk proposals via CFP (Call for Papers) and contribute to open-source AI projects during the event. The conference also features Docker Captain-led sessions on agentic workflows.
- Practical outcomes: Each attendee will leave with deployable AI agent projects, using Docker for reproducible, scalable deployments. The event includes BYOC (Bring Your Own Container) labs.
This shift matters because AI agents are becoming core to modern software, from code generation to production monitoring. Traditional conference formats often fail to provide hands-on, collaborative experiences. By co-hosting WeAreDevelopers North America, Docker is modeling how developer conferences should adapt: short, practical, and agent-ready. For developers, this means access to real-world AI engineering skills, direct feedback from Docker engineers, and a community that builds rather than just listens.
Source: https://www.docker.com/blog/docker-wearedevelopers-world-congress-north-america-2026/