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TinaCon 2025

Herding the Future

Join us for a transformative day of learning, networking and inspiration

May 2, 2025
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

About the Conference

Join us for an exciting and hands-on mini conference at SSW Melbourne! This event will bring together developers, content creators, and tech enthusiasts for an afternoon filled with inspiring talks, practical workshops, and networking opportunities. With topics ranging from GitHub tips with MishManners, to creating documentation sites with TinaCMS, this is the perfect chance to deepen your knowledge, learn new skills, and connect with like-minded individuals

7 Experts Speakers

Learn from industry-leading experts who are shaping the future

7 Interactive Workshops

Gain practical insights and hands-on experience from experts in their fields

Premium Networking

Connect with industry leaders and innovators in a relaxed and friendly environment

Open Source Expert Speakers

Adam Cogan

Adam Cogan

SSW Chief Architect

Matt Wicks

Matt Wicks

Solution Architect

Hajir Lesani

Hajir Lesani

Solution Architect

Michelle Duke

Michelle Duke

Senior Developer Advocate

Agenda

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Break

Registration & Breakfast

Check-in and enjoy complimentary breakfast while networking with fellow attendees

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Talk

Keynote - TinaCMS and the road ahead

Adam Cogan
Adam Cogan

Join us for the Keynote - TinaCMS and the Road Ahead, where we'll explore the future of TinaCMS. Discover upcoming features, improvements, and the vision shaping its development.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Talk

🚀 Next.js + Git-Based CMS: High-Performance Content Management

Matt Wicks
Matt Wicks

Take your GitHub profile to the next level by building and automating a statically generated website with TinaCMS. In this session, we’ll walk through setting up a site using the TinaCMS starter, fetching dynamic content, and leveraging GitHub Actions to automate deployment

Workshop

Manage your content with TinaCMS

Isaac Lombard
Isaac Lombard

Discover how to efficiently manage and edit your website content using TinaCMS, a powerful and user-friendly content management system.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Break

Lunch

Indulge in a unique lunch featuring creamy Llama Milkshakes and crispy Yak Wings, crafted for adventurous foodies at TinaCon 2025!

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Talk

The Art of Git-Based Content Management with GitHub

Michelle Duke
Michelle Duke

Managing content shouldn’t be a chaotic mess of outdated files, endless email threads, or confusing version names. Whether you're working on blogs, documentation, or even entire websites, GitHub offers a powerful yet often underutilised way to streamline your workflow.

Workshop

Mastering the Balance: SSR vs. CSR in Next.js for Optimal Performance

Caleb Williams
Caleb Williams

Unlock the full potential of Next.js by mastering the balance between Server-Side Rendering (SSR) and Client-Side Rendering (CSR). In this session, we’ll explore best practices and advanced strategies to enhance website performance, improve SEO, and deliver seamless user experiences.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Talk

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3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Talk

Optimizing AI Development: MCP Servers & Cursor Workflows

Hajir Lesani
Hajir Lesani

Discover how to streamline AI development with efficient workflows using Cursor and MCP Servers. This session will cover best practices for managing AI-driven projects, optimizing development pipelines, and leveraging MCP Servers for scalable processing.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Break

After Party

Unwind at the TinaCon After Party with refreshing drinks, and lively networking—celebrate a day of innovation in style!