The Code Camp Manifesto


The original Code Camp was a conglomeration of ideas by many different people across
the development community. The idea was simple, provide an off hour forum for the
development community to speak and share ideas for them to come and enjoy. The
results have been astounding. Code Camps have been held aroung the world by
developers everywhere!


The question is what makes a Code Camp?

The answer is actually simple. In order to use the official Code Camp name and
banner follow this Manifesto.


By and For the Developer Community

Code Camps are about the developer community at large. They are meant to be a
place for developers to come and learn from their peers. Topics are always
based on community interest and never determined by anyone other than the community.


Always Free

Code Camps are always free for attendees.


Community Developed Material

The success of the Code Camps is that they are based on community content. All
content that is delivered is original. All presentation content must be provided
completely (including code) without any restriction. If you have content you don't
want to share or provide to attendees then the Code Camp is not the place for you.


No Fluff only Code

Code Camps are about showing the code. Refer to rule #1 if you have any questions on this.


Community Ownership

The most important element of the Code Camp is always the developer community. All
are welcome to attend and speak and do so without expectation of payment or any
other compensation other than their participation in the community.


Never occur during work hours

We need to understand that many times people can't leave work for a day or
two to attend training or even seminars. The beauty of the Code Camp is
that they always occur on weekends.