You may have heard of Kotlin or even used it in your projects, but chances are you haven’t yet experienced the global developer conference dedicated to it. KotlinConf is the largest in-person event for Kotlin developers worldwide, bringing together engineers, technical speakers, and the official JetBrains team from around the globe. The conference focuses on a wide range of topics, including language evolution, core libraries, toolchain improvements, and real-world multiplatform development. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned developer, KotlinConf offers first-hand access to the latest technical trends and a vibrant, active community. In this talk, I’ll share my personal experience attending KotlinConf—offering a ground-level view of the sessions, speaker lineup, booth designs, developer interactions, and the unique community culture. I’ll also talk about how I connected with international developers at the event and the insights I gained from those conversations. Even if you haven’t attended the event in person, this session will give you a vivid look into the real dynamics and charm of the global open source community.