QCon London is an international software development conference that equips senior engineers, architects, and technical leaders
Software is changing fastLead the change
QCon London equips senior engineers, architects, and technical leaders with trusted, practical insights to lead the change in software developmentGet real-world solutions and leadership strategies from senior software practitioners defining current trends and solving today's toughest software challenges
In 2026, we will be celebrating 20 years of QCon, marking our 20th year of helping dev teams to adopt new technology and practicesOur passion for accelerating the software side of human progress is the driving force behind every conference
From bleeding-edge to best practiceQCon showcases emerging software trends and leadership strategies innovative practitioners are adopting right now
Unlock your next level of impactQCon is more than a conferenceIt's a curated experience designed to accelerate your growth and maximize your impact as a software leader: Senior practitioner sessionsGain concrete strategies from 75+ hand-picked speakers across 15 curated tracksTrusted insightsReal-world talks curated for depth and value, without hidden product pitchesProblem-solve togetherNetwork with peers at 'Unconferences', in the 'hallway track', during extended breaks, over lunch, and at conference socialsContinuous learningGain 12 months of on-demand access to session recordings after the conference to continue your learning journeyElevate your teamGain actionable insights that empower your entire team to drive innovation, align vision, reduce risk, and accelerate delivery
“An amazing experience! Doesn't happen often to be together with so many wonderful people sharing the same passion about technologyLike Disneyland but for Software Engineers.” - Paolo Simone, Software Engineer @Prima Assicurazioni and QCon London 2025 Attendee
Provisional topics include: Architectures You've Always Wondered About The Path to Senior Engineering Leadership Engineering Productivity and Developer Experience Performance and Sustainability in Practice Health Tech Multi-Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Architectures AI and ML for Software Engineers: Foundational Insights Building a Culture that Works Resilient Engineering Practices for Security Against Modern Threats Memory Safe Native Languages and WASM Modern Data Architectures The Changing Face of Architectural Practice Connecting Systems: APIs, Protocols, Observability The Tech of FinTech Emerging Trends in the Frontend and Mobile
At QCon, you’ll always find: Senior software practitioners firstReal-world technical talksNo hidden marketing, no sales pitches, no hypeHand-picked speakers by an international program committee‘We Care’ experience: healthy food, strict code of conduct
“QCon London is the best tech conference I’ve attended so farI highly recommend it! The quality of the talks was outstanding, and it was all about learning and sharing experiencesNo marketing or trying to push products on you.” - Sol Latorre, Senior Backend Engineer @N26 and QCon London 2025 Attendee
Become an InfoQ Certified Software Architect in Emerging Technologies (ICSAET) For a smaller cohort of senior leaders, we offer a unique, integrated program that culminates in the InfoQ Certified Software Architect in Emerging Technologies (ICSAET) certification
This isn't a typical certificationIt’s a 4-day immersive leadership track designed for architects with 5+ years of senior experienceThe journey includes: Full conference access (March 16-18): Your experience is anchored by the main QCon London 2026 conference, where you'll absorb insights from 75+ senior practitionersCurated cohort experience: You'll be part of a select peer group, with exclusive cohort breakfasts, focused lunch discussions, and private networking channels to foster deep connectionsHands-on workshop (March 19): The program culminates in a half-day, hands-on workshop where you will collaborate with your cohort to solve complex, real-world architectural problems, applying the knowledge gained during the conference
Empower your dev teams for a rapidly evolving tech landscape
QCon London 2026 provides your engineering teams with the actionable insights, strategic perspectives, and vital peer connections to tackle complex enterprise challenges and drive significant impact within your organization
Group savings are availableSpecial discounts are available for companies bringing 3 or more team membersFor more details and to apply for a discount code, please contact info@qconlondon.com and mention your group size
Is your company interested in connecting with senior developers and decision-makers? Explore sponsorship opportunities by emailing sales@qconferences.com
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