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
SSW Chief Architect
Matt Wicks
Solution Architect
Hajir Lesani
Solution Architect
Michelle Duke
Senior Developer Advocate
Agenda
Time
Talks
Workshops
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Registration & Breakfast
Check-in and enjoy complimentary breakfast while networking with fellow attendees
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Keynote - TinaCMS and the road ahead
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.
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
Manage your content with TinaCMS
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
TBD
TBD
TBD
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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
The Art of Git-Based Content Management with GitHub
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Managing content shouldn’t be a chaotic mess of outdated files, endless email threads, or confusing version names.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.
Mastering the Balance: SSR vs. CSR in Next.js for Optimal Performance
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
TBD
TBD
TBD
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Optimizing AI Development: MCP Servers & Cursor Workflows
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
After Party
Unwind at the TinaCon After Party with refreshing drinks, and lively networking—celebrate a day of innovation in style!
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
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.
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
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
Talk
TBD
TBD
TBD
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
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
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
TBD
TBD
TBD
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Talk
Optimizing AI Development: MCP Servers & Cursor Workflows
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!