Chris Koenig

B-Sides security conference comes to DFW

Posted on October 14, 2010 by Chris Koenig

My buddy John Weston is working on bringing the B-Sides Security Conference here to DFW.  Currently scheduled for Saturday, Nov 6th, the B-Sides Security Conference is targeted at IT professionals interested in “going deep” on security related topics in a relaxed and open atmosphere. 

From John’s post:

Security B-Sides is a framework of events that enables individuals to expand the spectrum of conversation beyond the confines of traditional media. Frameworks such as BSides enable individuals to drive the event, shape the media, and encourage participation. BSides are free, community organized events put on by local individuals with the expressed goal of enabling a platform for information dissemination. BSides is an ‘unconferences’ that follows ‘open spaces’ format. This varies from structured presentations to smaller break-out groups, but both provide a direct connection between speakers and the audience.

Traditionally SecurityBSides events are given alongside other major infosec events such as alongside RSA SourceBoston, & Black Hat.  However, due to its popularity local US cities have decided to put on 1 – 2 day conferences (e.g. Denver, Atlanta, Austin, & Kansas City).

BSidesDFW event details

Website for information & registration:  http://www.securitybsides.com/BSidesDFW

The B-Sides Organizers are also still looking for people who are interested in giving lightning talks – submit your session today at http://www.securitybsides.org/BSidesDFWTalks