This year Codecamp turns 10! It all started out in Iași back in 2008 and what we wanted was to bring together local IT professionals and organise a series of events that would lead to the emergence of an IT community. We started off very small in terms of event attendees and partners but as the years went by, we were impressed to see just how big this was becoming and were really happy to acknowledge that there was a growing demand for this kind of community-centered IT events.
This year, we decided to take everything to the next level. Codecamp will take place in Cluj-Napoca, Baia Mare, Bacau, Piatra Neamt, Suceava, Timisoara, Chisinau and, of course Iasi, the place where it all started, and will feature over 8000 participants, 300 speakers, 30 communities and 60 partners.
Since nothing would have been possible without our trusted partners throughout these years, we’re dedicating this article to them. It’s our way of saying “Thank You!”
Over 30 Partner Communities
Tabăra de Testare (Testing Camp)
Tabăra de Testare is a community made up of QA engineers and other IT professionals who share their knowledge and learn from other members’ professional experiences during monthly informal meetups.
Iasi JS
Iasi JS is the JavaScript User Group in Iasi, with the aim of building the local community of JS enthusiasts.
The BA Lounge
The BA Lounge is the name given to a professional community of business analysts. Its aim is to connect local BAs through live discussions while also supporting and encouraging the community in an IT focused environment.
Project Management Society
A platform for sharing ideas, best practices, knowledge and experiences on Project Management and related fields, while facilitating personal development and promoting a culture of excellence.
Romanian IT
The global community of Romanians in tech. Their aim is to develop a community that works on the principles of open source, open exchange and open-participation.
ANIS
The Employers’ Association of the Software and Services Industry in Romania – ANIS – supports the development of the software and services industry that acts as an engine for the development of the entire Romanian IT industry.
Iasi Java User Group
The Iasi JUG is a Java user group aimed at bringing together passionate and professional individuals to exchange ideas and discuss about the Java platform. Their meetings are technically focused and often include expert speakers on Java-related topics.
Iasi .NET User Group
A group of .NET developers from Iasi, passionate about coding and the future of computing.
Code for Romania
Code for Romania is a community of your and enthusiastic professionals wo develop IT solutions with the aim of solving society’s problems.
iOS NSAgora
The iOS Developers Community in Iasi.
Hackerspace Iasi
Hackerspace Iași is a space for productive socialising and the creative use of technology.
RGDA – Romanian Game Developers Association
The purpose of this non-profit organization is to support and promote the Romanian video game developers market while making them more successful and profitable at a national and international level.
Startup Weekend Iasi
Startup Weekend is a 54-hour event that brings together local designers, developers, entrepreneurs, and experts from all fields with the purpose of doing amazing things together.
AgileHub
Built in Brasov in 2013, AgileHub is an apolitical, non-governmental organisation that provides free training in the tech field as well as in what concerns the ways in which activities and projects are being carried out within organisations.
Android Iasi
This is a community of Android developers who love code and tech talks. By joining their discussion group on Android-related topics, you will receive their full support and benefit from members’ expertise.
Digital Product Group Iasi
This group is dedicated to the Producteers of Iași, makers, hackers and believers of locally built Digital Products.
ITST – Inițiativă. Comunitate. Dezvoltare.
ITST este o comunitate și o platformă de promovare a oportunităților din mediul IT.
Girls in Tech (GIT)
Founded in 2007, GIT is a global non-profit focused on the engagement, education and empowerment of girls and women who are passionate about technology.
Girls Who Code
Girls Who Code – Romania was founded in 2014 by Monica Muntean. Their mission is to grow the number of Romanian girls who would like to pursue a programming related career. They provide support to improve the coding skills of beginner and middle programmer girls through online mentoring, conferences, presentations and meetups.
People of Design Iasi
The group was created for Iasi-based people who are passionate about design.
Game Design and Development Iasi
The group is dedicated to the game development community in Iași and it’s affiliated with the Faculty of Computer Science, “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University.
PIN Magazine
The magazine dedicated to the regional IT and Outsourcing Industry. It’s being distributed free of charge at conferences, in companies and universities.
Management IT Forum
Founded in 2012, the Management IT Forum represents a platform for collaboration and learning, dedicated to all managers operating in the local IT industry.
Cluj JavaScripters
This is a group for all “JavaScripters,” beginners, experienced, seniors, gurus or simply in love with JS.
An initiative with the aim of empowering community members to reach a high level of expertise in Project-, Product-, Program- and Portfolio Management. Their main goals are personal growth and learning, as well as embracing and driving change in the organizations they are working with.
Mozilla Romaneasca
The Romanian Mozilla community.
PHP Cluj
Founded in 2013, the community promotes knowledge sharing, best practices and standards among web development professionals with the purpose of making a better web.
ScriuCod
The mission of the community is to make computer education accessible to all ages by bringing technology closer to people. Their authentic educational programs were tested by people aged between 6 and 40.
BA Hub
Suitable for those who are just starting their business analysis journey or are experienced business analysts.
Cluj Y.Tech
A group of IT students from different Universities in Cluj with a strong belief in learning and holacracy.
Fullstack Cluj
One of the largest tech communities in Cluj-Napoca focused on continuous learning.
The Transylvania Java User Group
The Transylvania JUG is a community interested in exchanging java knowledge between members and staying up-to-date with latest java technologies, framewoks, development trends.