Akademy

Akademy is the annual world summit of KDE, the international technology team behind the KDE Plasma desktop, KDE Frameworks, and KDE Gear, as well as various applications. The event brings together KDE contributors, including developers, translators, artists, writers, promoters, and users, from all over the world.

Akademy serves as a venue for discussing the present and future of KDE, planning strategy, sharing knowledge, making collaborative progress on KDE projects, and fostering community bonds. It typically includes presentations, workshops, Birds of a Feather (BoF) sessions, and social events. A core focus is on open collaboration and promoting the development of free and open-source software.

The event is generally held over several days and rotates between different locations around the world. It is organized by a local team with support from the KDE e.V. (registered association), the non-profit organization that supports KDE. Attendees often present on their work, propose new initiatives, and participate in in-depth discussions about technical and community aspects of KDE.

Akademy is crucial for the continued growth and evolution of KDE, enabling direct communication and collaboration among contributors who often work remotely throughout the year.