Two women standing in front of stacks of books at a bookstore. Both smiling while posing for the camera. One is holding a yellow book titled Aviary. Two comfy chairs half viable on both sides of them.

Excited for and proud of my friend @mariadongwrites.bsky.social on her new book, Aviary.

I'd heard pieces about it over the years and after the QnA today I really can't wait to dive in.

It "mixes fantasy, gothic vibes and queer longing, with a shot of feminist body horror."
www.mariadong.com

Aviary - Severn House A young woman undertakes a terrifying journey—and a terrifying transformation—in this genre-blending speculative suspense novel set in South Korea and […]

Just a quick note that I have an unhinged, feminist, Korean(-American), queer, genre-bending, literary psychedelic body horror coming out April 7th, 2026: severnhouse.com/books/aviary/

Hotels PyCon US 2026

PyCon US reminder: Hyatt and Westin block reservations close April 20. ⏳ If you are attending and still need a room, please book through the official flow in your dashboard. #PyConUS

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Could you host DjangoCon Europe 2027? Call for organizers Posted by DSF Event Support Working Group on April 7, 2026

We are looking for the next group of organizers to own and lead the 2027 DjangoCon Europe conference:

www.djangoproject.com/weblog/2026...

#DjangoConEurope

Hi tech friends - come give a talk in my home town and hang out with a bunch of cool people!!

We're very welcoming of first time speakers 😊🐍 #pyohio

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📓 Djangonauts feedback:

“It's a bit difficult to explain, but even though I'm happy with the opportunity and enjoy being in the program, I feel like the things I'm doing now are things I was already able to do before I joined.

👋

Do any #python or #django folks know if there is scheduled maintenance on @pythonanywhere.com ? We are doing a @djangogirls.bsky.social workshop and having really slow times with the auto configure script. (20 minutes and counting😅) Help?

"We're all becoming reviewers (maybe we already were)" with Jacob Walls | Djangonaut Space Jacob Walls presents his talk "We're all becoming reviewers (maybe we already were)" to the Djangonaut Space 2026 Session 6 team.The slides are available her...

Were you unable to attend Jacob's talk?
We've got you covered,
Recordings are now available on our YouTube channel!🎥
youtu.be/3hLZb5Hd7bQ

We couldn't do it without you! 🫶

Love how the Pac-Man Rule has made it to far into the Python community here at #PythonAsia. If you want to learn more about it:

www.ericholscher.com/blog/2017/au...

That's great teamwork at Team Mercury 🤩

DjangoCon US Talks I'd Like to See 2026 Edition: micro.webology.dev/2026/03/19/djangocon-us-...

Participants collaborate at tables with laptops during the DjangoCon US 2025 sprints, working together in a busy conference room.

Working furiously to finish up your talk proposal for DjangoCon US 2026? Don't worry, you've got an extra week! The deadline is now March 23 at 11am Chicago time. Still, you might as well get a draft saved in our system!

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It is, Thanks! 😊

I'm super excited to keynote #PyConUS alongside my friend and cofounder, @codenametim.bsky.social , to talk all things @djangonaut.space 🚀

Find us there to talk about making contributing to open-source more sustainable and more diverse.

It's going to be a great time, hope to see you all there!

DjangoCon US 2026 Chicago Opportunity Grants are Now Open! Apply Here: https://forms.gl/xYSsdAGR5RbvtH9q7 Application Closes on March 16th Background photos show huge group of attendees at DjangoCon US and the Chicago skyline at night.

💸 Need help getting to DjangoCon US 2026? Opportunity Grants are available!

Grants can cover travel, lodging, and other conference-related costs. No need to be a speaker or first-timer to apply — we consider everyone.

⏰ Deadline: March 16 at 11AM CDT
👉 forms.gle/xYSsdAGR5Rbv...

#DjangoCon

Photo of Zags's keynote at DjangoCon US 2025 in Chicago showing a large crowd watching in the ballroom, by Bartek Pawlik

Extra-Early Bird tickets 🎟️ for DjangoCon US 2026 are still available. These are the lowest ticket prices we offer all year and they go away after March 16.

Join us August 24–28 in Chicago for five days of talks, workshops, and sprints with the global #Django community.

👉 ti.to/defna/django...

A rocket launches with clouds of smoke, announcing "Blast Off! Welcome New Djangonauts!".

We’re excited to introduce the new teams of Djangonauts, Captains, & Navigators who will be collaborating, learning, and contributing across projects.🌍

Huge thanks to our incredible volunteers making this program possible!

Read more: djangonaut.space/comms/2026/...
#DjangonautSpace

2026 djangocon.us Chicago — Call for Proposals are now open! A speaker holds a microphone at a DjangoCon US event. Submission deadline: March 16th, 11 AM CDT.

📣 DjangoCon US 2026 is coming to Chicago and we want YOUR talk! Whether you're a first-time speaker or a seasoned pro, we'd love to hear your ideas about Django, Python, and the web.

CFP closes March 16 at 11am CDT
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#DjangoConUS #Django #Python

This is perfect timing, I have been wanting to do this/ have been in the process of verrry slowly for years. Thanks for sharing!

2026 djangocon.us Chicago — Call for Proposals are now open! A speaker holds a microphone at a DjangoCon US event. Submission deadline: March 16th, 11 AM CDT.

📣 DjangoCon US 2026 is coming to Chicago and we want YOUR talk! Whether you're a first-time speaker or a seasoned pro, we'd love to hear your ideas about Django, Python, and the web.

CFP closes March 16 at 11am CDT
pretalx.com/djangocon-us...

#DjangoConUS #Django #Python

Opportunity Grants Application for DjangoCon US 2026 As part of our commitment to diversity, we are accepting applications for opportunity grants. Are you unsure if you should apply for a grant? If you are reading this application and considering it, then yes, you should apply! The deadline to apply for an opportunity grant is March 16, 2026 at 11:00am Central Daylight Time (America/Chicago). Decision notifications will be sent out by July 1, 2026. You do not need to be a speaker or a first-time attendee to apply. We aim to provide funds to a diverse group of attendees based on their need, so it's likely that you will not get the full grant you have requested. Your application will be reviewed by the DjangoCon US Opportunity Grants Committee.

[Event] Opportunity Grants Application for DjangoCon US

Opportunity Grants Application for DjangoCon US 2026 is open through March 16, 2026, at 11:00 am Central Daylight Time (America/Chicago). Decision notifications will be sent out by July 1, 2026.

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1...

Applications are nearing the end, only a few days left!

Receive free mentorship while contributing to major Django packages in a supportive community environment 🫂 djangonaut.space/sessions/20...

Hello #Django-verse, we have some news. Our admins and advisors team has grown! Please welcome Lilian and Raffaella to the admins team and Priya to the advisors team 👏🚀

djangonaut.space/comms/2026-...

Reminder, we're accepting applicants for Session 6 currently! djangonaut.space/sessions/20...

Night view of Earth from orbit with "Apply now" headline, a cartoon astronaut on a rocket, and the DJANGONAUT SPACE logo.

We're back!
Applications for Session 6 are now open 🚀

📆 Program duration: March 02, 2026 – April 26, 2026
⌛ Application deadline: February 02, 2026 (AOE)

✍🏾 Apply here: djangonaut.space/survey/sess...
📚 Read more here: djangonaut.space/comms/2026/...

Any of my friends can help here with PyPi access?

Congratulations 🎉 👏 💜

Introducing the 2026 DSF Board Posted by Jeff Triplett on Dec. 18, 2025

Introducing the 2026 DSF Board!
We extend our gratitude to Thibaud Colas and Sarah Abderemane, who are completing their terms on the board. We welcome...
www.djangoproject.com/weblog/2025...