Free Workshops
The workshops below are the complimentary part of Full Tickets. More sessions will be announced soon!
They will be run remotely via Zoom. The recordings of workshops will be shared with full ticket holders after the conference.
All Full Ticket holders can register for workshops via GitNation portal. The registration will be available 1-1,5 months before the conference.
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AI for React Developers
Knowledge of AI tooling is critical for future-proofing the careers of React developers, and the Vercel suite of AI tools is an approachable on-ramp. In this course, we’ll take a closer look at the Vercel AI SDK and how this can help React developers build streaming interfaces with JavaScript and Next.js. We’ll also incorporate additional 3rd party APIs to build and deploy a music visualization app.
Topics:
- Creating a React Project with Next.js
- Choosing a LLM
- Customizing Streaming Interfaces
- Building Routes
- Creating and Generating Components
- Using Hooks (useChat, useCompletion, useActions, etc)
Workshop schedule & location
October 29, 17:00-20:00 BST. Remote via Zoom.
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The Journey From React Frontend Development to Fullstack Development With Next.js
Join us as we journey from React frontend development to fullstack development with Next.js. During this workshop, we'll follow along the official Next.js Learn tutorial with Eric Burel, professional trainer and author of NextPatterns.dev. Together, we'll set up a Next.js website and explore its server-side features to build performant apps.
Table of contents
- Introduction: discovering Next.js and its server-centric philosophy
- Crafting a perfectly optimized multi-page website
- Making sense of Next.js server-side rendering capabilities
- Conclusion: how Next.js empowers you as a React developer
Workshop schedule & location
Date & time: TBC. Remote via Zoom.
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Mastering React Server Components and Server Actions in React 19
Calling all React developers! Join us for an immersive 4-hour workshop diving deep into React Server Components and Server Actions. Discover how these game-changing technologies are revolutionizing web development and learn how to harness their full potential to build lightning-fast, efficient applications.
Explore the world of React Server Components, seamlessly blending server-side rendering with client-side interactivity for unmatched performance and user experience. Dive into React Server Actions to see how they combine client-side interactivity with server-side logic, making it easier to develop interactive applications without traditional API constraints.
Get hands-on experience with practical exercises, real-world examples, and expert guidance on implementing these technologies into your projects. Learn essential topics such as the differences between Server and Client Components, optimizing data fetching, passing data effectively, and maximizing performance with new React hooks like useActionState, useFormStatus and useOptimistic.
Whether you're new to React or a seasoned pro, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools to elevate your web development skills. Stay ahead of the curve and master the cutting-edge technology of React 19. Don't miss out - sign up now and unleash the full power of React!
Workshop schedule & location
October 31, 15:00-18:00 BST. Remote via Zoom.
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Powerful Data Visualisation with AG Grid & AG Charts
Does your React app have lots (and lots) of data that needs to be displayed in both Data Grids and Charts? Do your users want to interact with, analyse, and work with this data without compromising on performance or reliability? AG Grid provide the best React Data Grid & Charts libraries that are packed with features and provide unbeatable performance whilst being fully customizable. In this workshop, you'll learn how to get started with both AG Grid and AG Charts, learn how to use their key features. You will walk away from this free 3-hour workshop equipped with the knowledge for implementing AG Grid & AG Charts into your React application.
Workshop schedule & location
October 21, 17:00-20:00 BST. Remote via Zoom.
Trainers
Maurice de Beijer is an independent software consultant and trainer. He specializes in JavaScript, React, and ASP.NET Core. His work includes a large, global, safety application for the oil and gas industry. Maurice is also active in the open source community. He teaches ECMAScript, TypeScript, React, RxJS and ASP.NET courses. Since 2005, he has received Microsoft’s Yearly Most Valuable Professional Award. Maurice is also active in the Dutch dotNed user group and helps organize its meetings.
Brian Love is a software engineer, Google Developer Expert, and co-founder at Polaris, where he is building developer tools for a more performant and reliable internet. He enjoys learning, speaking, and writing about software and technology. Brian co-authored "Why Angular for the Enterprise" for O'Reilly. When not coding, Brian enjoys skiing, hiking, and being in the outdoors.
We guarantee
- Modern training courses from first-class industry experts
- Small-sized groups for maximum individual attention
- A focus on practical exercises to promote learning by doing
- Our friendly team on-hand to answer your questions
If you are a developer
Whether you are looking for skills to help you level up at work, get a promotion, or make yourself more competitive in the job market, our full-day workshops taught by industry experts are designed to get you there. Training in the fastest-growing JavaScript frameworks will make you a developer in demand, opening the door to new and exciting career opportunities. Learn to unleash the full potential of React and React Native and see for yourself!
If you are a business owner
Investing just eight hours in your employees’ development can result in a substantial improvement in performance. Let’s say 10 of your engineers attend a full-day workshop. In the next year, they will put in approximately 20,000 hours of work for your company. If, after the workshop, their performance improves by only 1%, your organization will have gained 200 hours of work in return. That's an impressive outcome for just one day of training!