We’re thrilled to welcome Sebastian Raschka to PyCon DE & PyData 2026. From Scratch to Scale: How Far Python Takes You in Building LLMs A deep dive into how Python powers experimentation, training, and scaling of LLMs. 📍 Darmstadt, April 14–16, 2026

Who will you meet at PyCon DE & PyData 2026? 🤝 This year: 25 % data scientists, 22 % software engineers, 10 % data engineers. ~45 % intermediate & ~40 % advanced professionals. Join us in Darmstadt 14–16 Apr + Masterclasses on 17 Apr. #PyConDE #PyData #Python #AI #Community

We believe in open source — and open knowledge. 💛 That’s what drives PyCon DE & PyData — where AI innovation meets open-source excellence. Join us in Darmstadt, 14–16 April 2026. #PyConDE #PyData #Python #AI #OpenSource #Community

Got an idea that doesn’t need 40 min? ⚡ Share it in a 5-minute Lightning Talk at PyCon DE & PyData! Sign up on-site — speakers are chosen at random. Slides optional, fun guaranteed 😄 #PyConDE #PyData #Python #AI #LightningTalks #Community

Why do companies sponsor PyCon DE & PyData? Because it’s where engineering culture, community & innovation meet. 🎥 Watch what motivated our partners to join Europe’s largest Python + AI event. Sponsorship for 2026 is open. #PyConDE #PyData #Python #AI #OpenSource

Three big updates! 🚀 🎤 Call for Proposals open: 2026.pycon.de/call-for-pro... 🎟️ Tickets on sale: 2026.pycon.de/buy-ticket/ 💰 Financial Aid open: 2026.pycon.de/financial-aid/ 📍 Darmstadt | 14–16 Apr 2026 Join ~2000 Pythonistas, data scientists & engineers for learning and collaboration.

Early Bird tickets open tomorrow! 🎟️ 📍 Darmstadt, 14–17 April 2026 3 days of talks & tutorials + 1 day of Masterclasses (tickets later). Join ~2000 Python & AI enthusiasts at Europe’s biggest community event! #PyConDE #PyData #Python #AI #Conference

A community-run conference — by experts, for experts. 💡 Curated by professionals who live and breathe Python, AI & data. Open, friendly, and full of real-world insights. Join us in Darmstadt, 14–16 Apr + Masterclasses on 17 Apr. #PyConDE #PyData #Python #AI #Community

Call for Proposals opens 19 Nov! What insight, lesson, or story from your Python or AI work could help others? Over 80% of our audience are mid- to senior-level professionals — we’re looking for real projects and advanced ideas. Links coming soon 👀 #PyConDE #PyData #Python #AI #CFP #Community

PyCon DE & PyData is all about community 💛 With 300+ mentions from attendees, speakers & partners this year, we’re proud to see how much the event inspires and connects people. #PyConDE #PyData #Python #Community

PyCon DE & PyData 2026 is the perfect place for your Team Offsite 🚀 📍 Just 15 min from Frankfurt Airport — easy to reach from across Europe. 🏛️ Cutting-edge darmstadtium venue in the heart of Science City. 🍷 Surrounded by castles, wine towns, and cultural gems — perfect for team offsites.

🤖 Python has always been at the heart of AI — from NumPy to PyTorch to Hugging Face. At #PyConDE & #PyData 2026, AI takes center stage with real-world cases, production-ready content & open-source innovation. #Python #AI #MachineLearning #OpenSource

⏰ 31 October — last day to apply for PyCon DE & PyData 2026 Committees! No experience needed, just enthusiasm & community spirit 💪 Apply here 👉 pioneershub.github.io/pyconde-conf... #PyConDE #PyData #Python #AI #OpenSource

✨ PyCon DE & PyData is more than amazing talks — it’s Lightning Talks, hands-on Tutorials, partner booths, and creative community sessions. Where learning, collaboration & open source come alive. 👉 pycon.de #PyConDE #PyData #Python #AI #OpenSource #Community

✨ Why attend PyCon DE? Because it’s Europe’s largest Python community event — and where ideas, projects & friendships are born. 📅 14–16 April 2026 • Darmstadt 🐍💛 #PyConDE #PyData #Python #AI #DataScience #OpenSource

📣 Call for Sponsors is open! Support Europe’s largest Python community conference and invest in open source. 💡 Suggest your company to sponsor — and enjoy meeting the community at your booth! Brochure with details: 2026.pycon.de/sponsoring/ #PyConDE #PyData #Python #AI #DataScience #OpenSource

📍 The venue for PyCon DE & PyData 2026: darmstadtium! Bright halls, open spaces & a modern vibe — the perfect home for our community next April. 🐍✨ #PyConDE #PyData #Python #AI #DataScience #OpenSource

📣 Call for Committees is open! This conference is for the community, by the community — and that’s why we invite you to join as a Committee Member. Beginners welcome! More info is here: pioneershub.github.io/pyconde-conf... #PyConDE #PyData #Python #AI #DataScience #OpenSource

📅 Save the Date! 14–17 April 2026 — PyCon DE & PyData in Darmstadt 🎉 Mark your calendars for three days of learning & community 🐍💛 ✨ New this year: a Masterclass Day with separate tickets. #PyConDE #PyData #Python #AI #DataScience #OpenSource

📺 Relive PyCon DE & PyData 2025! Talks are live on YouTube — catch up, rewatch, and share with your community. 👉 PyData Sessions youtube.com/playlist?lis... 👉 PyCon Sessions youtube.com/playlist?lis...

We’ve had an incredible three years at PyCon DE & PyData at the bcc Berlin—now it’s time to make 2025 more memories with @pydataberlin this year! ⏰ Ticket prices go up after July 24th! berlin.pydata.org/conferences/...

🥗 It’s the last lunch break of PyConDe2025! Ask someone nearby: “What’s one idea or moment you’ll remember most from this week?”

Coffee break time ☕ Find someone using a different editor than you—ask them why! VS Code, PyCharm, Vim... let’s go 👀

🎤 Keynote session with Leandro von Werra Head of Research at Hugging Face starts at 09:05 🎤From trust and transparency to community-led innovation, discover how open models are reshaping the AI landscape—and what’s next.

🎉 Day 3, let’s go! We kick off at 9:00 AM sharp—don’t forget your badge, laptop charger, and good vibes. 🚀

Heading out tomorrow? 🧳 There’s a cloakroom on Level 1 of the Darmstadtium for coats, and we can store suitcases too if your hotel checkout doesn’t align.

👕 Last chance! If you pre-ordered a T-shirt with your ticket, pick it up tomorrow between 8:30–10:15 near the registration desk.

⚡ Got something cool to share? ⚡Lightning talk signup desk is in the Community Space, Lounge, Level 1.

☕ Coffee break time! Try this icebreaker: “What’s your favorite talk so far?” 🎤

🎤 Keynote talk starts at 09:05 🎤 Guadalupe Cañas Herrera, Research Fellow in Space Science @ ESA, takes us on a journey through the cosmos. Space + Python = yes, please.

Good morning ☀️ We start at 9 AM. Don’t forget your badge + laptop charger! 🚀

👕 Pre-ordered a T-shirt with your ticket? Pick it up near the registration desk—we’re handing them out today until 17:10!

Shoutout to our amazing volunteers! 🤍 Find them in creme t-shirts if you need anything.

Our first coffee break! ☕ Let's start talking! Icebreaker Prompt for you: “What’s the most recent thing you learned in Python?”

🎤 Keynote 🎤 We’re kicking off with “Reasonable AI” at the Zeiss Plenary (Spectrum) by Kristian Kersting . Let’s talk trust, transparency, and building AI that actually makes sense.

Here we go! PyConDe 2025 starts now! 🎊

🚨 We start tomorrow! Head to the Darmstadtium and don’t forget your ID—you’ll need it to pick up your badge. 🎓 Students, please bring your student ID too! Let’s go, PyConDe

We are delighted to share that Feministic AI will join us @PyConDE 2025. They will bring their expertise in Data Annotation, Hacking Large Language Models, and developing a FeministLLM. Discover more details here:

PyLadies are heading to PyCon & PyData 2025! Join workshops like Humble Data or Django Girls, attend their panel, or visit their booth. Find them by the Stony Wall at Darmstadtium. More details: 2025.pycon.de/pyladies-at-... #PyCon2025 #PyLadies

👨‍🏫 Can you help spread the word? Our community supports future #AI professionals like engineers and data analysts. With backing from PySV and Pioneers Hub, we provide students free virtual passes to Germany's top AI conference. Learn more at 2025.pycon.de/blog/free-re....

On-site is SOLD OUT! Our Final Flock tickets are launching soon, offering the last chance to join the best Python & Data conferences of 2025 in Darmstadt. Mark the first week of April on your calendar for this exclusive release. Check 2025.pycon.de/blog/final-f... for more info!

There is still a chance to join our team of volunteers at the PyCon DE & PyData event! 🐍 The onsite team is looking for new members. Read more about the team here: 2025.pycon.de/blog/onsite-... 🚀 Join us: 2025.pycon.de/blog/call-fo...

Last call for sponsors! Keystone and Silver sponsorships are already sold out. Is your company looking to connect with the 🐍 Python, 📈Data & 🤖 AI community? There’s still time to join as a sponsor and plan your booth activities! The deadline is 21st March ❗https://buff.ly/UGaiYUl

Exciting news! This year, we’re adding a dedicated Sprint Day to PyCon DE & PyData! 🎉 If you’d like to bring your project and collaborate with fellow developers, sign up here: Looking forward to seeing you there!

Ever wondered how the PyCon DE program is created? ✨ How are talks selected? ❓ Check out our article!

Join our team of volunteers at the PyCon DE & PyData event!

Wondering about what's in store at the conference? The initial set of approved presentations has been unveiled! Check it out here:

🚀 The CfP for EuroPython has been extended for one week only! 🚨 Get in your ideas by 3rd February: ep2025.europython.eu/programme/cfp/

❗ Last day to take part in public voting! ❗Choose the talks you want to see in April! 👉 Vote now:

🏟️ Conference Layout changed More Fun with 2 more talk tracks Number of seats in tutorials also increased