The Code for America Summit is where government and technology intersect. The three-day event is an opportunity for public servants, advocates, entrepreneurs, technologists, and volunteers to get together in one room and tackle some of government’s biggest challenges in the digital age.
Code for America believes government must work for the people, and by the people, in the digital age, starting with the people who need it most. Our goal: a 21st-century government that effectively and equitably serves all Americans.
Discover current challenges, opportunities and big wins in the digital government, at the local, state and federal level.
With workshops, mainstage speakers, breakout sessions, and convenings, attendees have many opportunities to learn and collaborate throughout the conference.
Catch up with your peers, and build new connections that with like-minded people in who care about government transformation in the digital age.
Speakers
Code for America envisions a radically improved future for government services. At Summit, hear from leaders in tech and government who not only share this vision, but show what works and imagine what’s possible.
Founder and Executive Director, Code for America
Former Chief Security Officer, Facebook
Co-Creator and Co-Host, Ear Hustle Podcast
Internationally Renowned Security Technologist; Special Advisor, IBM Security; Fellow and Lecturer, Harvard Kennedy School
Who attends Summit?
Public Servants
Public servants who make decisions on technology and need to know to understand the ever-evolving landscape.
Ecosystem partners
Individuals working in the nonprofit sector and are looking to gain a deeper understanding of the government technology landscape.
Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs who need to learn the landscape of the civic tech eco-system, and are looking to forge the right relationships.
Technology Vendors
Vendors who want to engage with governments that are looking to make a shift to a more user-centered, agile and iterative digital services.
Past attendees include:
...and hundreds more!
Want to join us for Summit?
Schedule
Wednesday, May 29
For workshop attendees only
9:30am – 12:30pm
AM Workshops
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Lunch Break
1:30pm – 4:30pm
PM Workshops
Thursday, May 30
9:00am – 10:30am
Mainstage Keynotes
10:30am – 11:00am
Break
11:00am – 12:00pm
Track Content
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Lunch
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Track Content
2:00pm – 2:30pm
Break
2:30pm – 3:30pm
Track Content
3:30pm – 4:00pm
Break
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Track Content
Friday, May 31
9:00am – 10:30am
Mainstage Keynotes
10:30am – 11:00am
Break
11:00am – 12:00pm
Track Content
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Lunch
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Track Content
2:00pm – 2:30pm
Break
2:30pm – 3:30pm
Track Content
3:30pm – 4:00pm
Break
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Track Content
Schedule subject to change without notice
Workshops
The Code for America Summit workshops are interactive professional development opportunities led by government and technology leaders striving to design a better government. Enjoy 101-level introductions to general topics such as product management, user research and prototyping, to intermediate and advanced workshops covering the hiring pipeline, emerging technology, security and urban transit policy.
Ticket pricing
| Early Bird Dec 3–Jan 25 |
Just in Time Jan 26–April 30 |
Standard Pricing May 1–22 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Workshop Only | $595 | $695 | $695 |
| Summit Only Government or nonprofit |
$595 | $795 | $895 |
| Summit Only General (corporate and other) |
$995 | $1,195 | $1,295 |
| Summit and Workshops Government or nonprofit |
$995 | $1,095 | $1,195 |
| Summit and Workshops General (corporate and other) |
$1,295 | $1,395 | $1,495 |
Groups of 5 or more receive a 20% discount! Select the group ticket type during checkout to receive the special rate.
Workshops
Join us on May 29 for a full day of highly-curated, interactive professional development workshops with government and technology leaders on designing a better government.
Some of last year's sessions included:
- User-Centered Design: Design Thinking for Government Innovation
- Demystifying Data Sharing: Local Governments Can, and Should
- Ethically Share Data, Security and Risk Management: Securing Agile Digital Services
Summit
Join us on May 30–31 for our annual 2-day conference on designing better government.
You'll experience:
- keynotes, panels, and breakout sessions led by industry leaders working to make government work in the digital age
- networking opportunities with public servants, technologists, entrepreneurs, and more working together to tackle challenges in government
Cancellation policy
We understand that plans can change unexpectedly. If you cancel on or before April 29, 2019, you will receive a full refund. Once the refund period has ended, you still have the opportunity to transfer your ticket. To cancel or transfer your ticket, please log in to your Eventbrite account to request a refund or edit your order. If you have any questions or issues, feel free to reach out to summit@codeforamerica.org.
Make the case to attend
Are you interested in Summit, but need help making the case? We’ve got you covered—access our justification letter here, personalize it, and pass it on to your supervisor.