Call for paper is open now!

Speaking at Build Stuff 2026 isn’t just about delivering a talk—it’s about making an impact on the global developer community. With hundreds of submissions every year and only a select few making it to the stage, this is your opportunity to share your insights with some of the brightest minds in software engineering.

Do you have groundbreaking ideas, innovative solutions, or a fresh perspective on software development? If so, we invite you to submit a proposal and become part of one of Europe’s most competitive and sought-after tech conferences.

Why Speak at Build Stuff?

  • Highly Competitive Selection Process

    Hundreds apply, but only the most compelling, insightful, and impactful talks are chosen.

  • Unparalleled Visibility

    Be recognized as a thought leader in front of an audience of experienced developers, decision-makers, and tech influencers.

  • Join an Exclusive Lineup of Industry Leader

    Past speakers include top engineers, CTOs, AI pioneers, and best-selling authors.

More benefits for selected speakers

  • ✈️ Travel expenses covered

    Flight reimbursement is: up to 250EUR for European continent speaker - up to 800EUR for South/North America /Australia speakers

  • 🛌 Accommodation expenses covered

    Up to 4 Nights at the conference hotel are covered by organizers

  • 🎟️ Event fee free for speakers

    Speakers attend Build Stuff 2026 free of charge, with the event fee fully waived
Submit Your Session

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking cutting-edge, thought-provoking, and practical talks, workshops, and panels in areas including but not limited to:

  1. AI-Native Software Development
  2. Software Architecture & Distributed Systems
  3. Cloud Infrastructure, DevOps & Platform Engineering
  4. Cybersecurity & Secure Software Engineering
  5. Data Systems, Databases & AI Infrastructure
  6. Developer Craft, Code Quality & Performance
  7. Frontend, User Experience & Modern Interfaces
  8. Decentralized Systems & Cryptography
  9. Engineering Leadership, Productivity & Developer Well-Being

🎯 First-time speakers are welcome! Our team is here to help refine and perfect your talk.

Submit Your Session

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking cutting-edge, thought-provoking, and practical talks, workshops, and panels in areas including but not limited to:

  1. AI-Native Software Development
  2. Software Architecture & Distributed Systems
  3. Cloud Infrastructure, DevOps & Platform Engineering
  4. Cybersecurity & Secure Software Engineering
  5. Data Systems, Databases & AI Infrastructure
  6. Developer Craft, Code Quality & Performance
  7. Frontend, User Experience & Modern Interfaces
  8. Decentralized Systems & Cryptography
  9. Engineering Leadership, Productivity & Developer Well-Being

🎯 First-time speakers are welcome! Our team is here to help refine and perfect your talk.

Submit your session today

Key Deadlines & Selection Process

  • 📅 CFP Submission Deadline May 30, 2026

    June 30, 2025 (Midnight Vilnius Time, EEST) is final chance to submit your talk proposal before the deadline closes. Ensure your submission is polished, compelling, and stands out from the competition

  • 🔍 Review Process Ends – June 30, 2026

    Our expert committee carefully reviews and evaluates each submission based on relevance, originality, and speaker experience.

  • ✅ First Round of Accepted Speakers Announced – July 15, 2026

    The initial batch of top-selected speakers will receive confirmation and begin preparing for the event.

  • ✅ Second Round of Accepted Speakers Announced – July 30, 2026

    Additional speakers will be selected based on program balance, diversity, and remaining slots.