Dec 7 - 10, 2026 CLEARWATER BEACH, FL OPAL SANDS RESORT

ARCHCONF

2026
The Software Architecture Conference

Four days with the brightest minds in software architecture — cutting-edge insights, real-world solutions, and hands-on learning to build scalable, secure, high-performing systems.

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Software Architecture
Generative AI
Microservices
Kubernetes
Design Patterns
Evolutionary Architecture
Domain-Driven Design
Scalability
Cloud Architecture
Knowledge Management
Machine Learning
API Design
Security
Software Architecture
Generative AI
Microservices
Kubernetes
Design Patterns
Evolutionary Architecture
Domain-Driven Design
Scalability
Cloud Architecture
Knowledge Management
Machine Learning
API Design
Security
01 / WHY ARCHCONF

Shape the future of software architecture.

The future of software depends on strong architecture — and the architects who design it. As systems grow more complex and AI, cybersecurity, and cloud-native development reshape the landscape, staying ahead isn't optional — it's essential.

Learn from top industry experts, explore the latest innovations, and gain the strategies you need. Elevate your skills, expand your network, and future-proof your architecture.

4
DAYS OF SESSIONS
90
MINUTES PER SESSION
5
FULL-DAY WORKSHOPS
25
WORKSHOP CREDITS
A.1
Agentic Development
Coding agents have blown up how we build systems. Navigate this new landscape to your advantage.
A.2
Tools & Methods
Successful teams embrace proven tools. Automation and agile methods that drive productivity and reliability.
A.3
Learn from the Best
Industry-recognized experts — published authors, consultants, executives, and open source leaders.
INCLUDED WITH YOUR TICKET
25 Virtual Workshop Credits — a $10,625 value.

Start training the day you register. Credits unlock 10+ live instructor-led virtual workshops each month, plus the on-demand library with thousands of hours of content. Credits do not expire and can be shared within your company.

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02 / SPEAKERS

Meet the speakers

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Dave Hendricksen

Senior Architect for Thomson Reuters, Author, and Mentor

Jeremy Deane

Director of Architecture

Michael Carducci

Software Architect & Magician

Brian Sletten

Forward Leaning Software Engineer @ Bosatsu Consulting

Daniel Hinojosa

Independent Consultant

Rohit Bhardwaj

Director of Architecture, Expert in cloud-native solutions

Ken Sipe

Cloud Architect & Tech Leader

Raju Gandhi

Founder, DefMacro Software

Travis Gosselin

Principal Software Engineer, GitHub

Darrell Rials

Enterprise Architect

Sumir Arora

Senior Solutions Architect

Adam Tornhill

Founder of CodeScene & Author of "Your Code as a Crime Scene"

Javiera Laso

THOUGHTWORKS - Lead Engineer Consultant

Paul Preiss

CEO & Founder of Iasa
03 / FULL-DAY WORKSHOPS

Full-day workshops

MON DEC 7 · 9AM–5PM · $575 · REGISTRATION REQUIRED
BRING A LAPTOP AND BE READY TO LEARN.
04 / VENUE & TRAVEL
Opal Sands Resort
OPAL SANDS RESORT · CLEARWATER BEACH
Let us handle the travel.

Our travel package includes 3 or 4 nights lodging and airfare within the continental US.

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ADDRESS
430 South Gulfview Blvd
Clearwater, FL 33767
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05 / SEVEN REASONS TO ATTEND

Why ArchConf?

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90-minute in-depth sessions
Our longer session format, workshops, and multi-part sessions let speakers go deep on the detailed concepts you need to know.
2
Cloud architectures that scale
Explore different cloud computing architectures — and how to scale up while reducing costs.
3
Learn from the best in the field
Our speakers are not vendor reps — they are published authors, consultants, executives, and open source leaders.
4
Efficiency with the latest techniques
Technology changes — it's a fact of life. Learn to turn change into competitive advantage.
5
Develop your soft skills
Technical depth matters, but the vital other half of the architect's job is communication, influence, and domain understanding.
6
Continuous delivery, less stress
Embrace automated testing, continuous integration, and continuous delivery to ship faster.
7
Web application security
The wild wild web is hostile territory. Sessions and workshops focused on securing your applications.
Take your skills to the next level.
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06 / SPONSORS
See you on
the beach.
DECEMBER 7 - 10, 2026 · OPAL SANDS RESORT · CLEARWATER, FL
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EARLY-BIRD ENDS AUG 31 — SAVE $250
07 / PAST EVENTS