Open Source Conference GW OSCON
Join students, faculty, and staff for two days of learning, sharing, and collaborating in open-source software.
GW's Second Annual Open Source Conference
March 23-24, 2026 • Washington, D.C.
Check out highlights from last year's inaugural OSCON!
Hosted by the GW Open Source Program Office (OSPO), this conference brings together students, faculty, and staff passionate about open-source software, with guests from our cherished city of Washington DC, and beyond. Whether you’re an experienced contributor or just beginning, this event offers a platform to learn, share, and connect with others in the open-source community.
Conference Highlights
The GW OSCON features:
Presentations from key members of GW's open source community.
Lightning talks from students and researchers contributing to open source.
Panel discussions with policy makers and federal agency representatives.
Keynote and Featured Speakers
We are inspired by these leaders of the open source community, from our university, the Washington DC area, and beyond.
Mariatta Wijaya
The first woman Python core developer, advisor and administrator for Global PyLadies, an international mentorship group helping those who identify as women become active participants and leaders in the Python community, and co-founder of PyCascades.
Dr. Frank Nagle
Research Scientist at the Initiative on the Digital Economy at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Chief Economist at The Linux Foundation. Dr. Nagle's research has illuminated the real economic impact of open source software on organizations, industries, and broader society.
Sponsor GW's Annual Open Source Conference
March 23-24, 2026
GW believes in the power of open source to drive innovation and education. As the only R1 research institution with an engineering school in the nation’s capital, we are uniquely positioned to foster meaningful connections between academia, industry, and government.
We invite you to join us as a partner in this exciting event.
Why Sponsor GW's Open Source Conference?
The GW OSCON is a platform for collaboration and a showcase of the future of technology. Sponsoring this event provides you with the opportunity to:
Engage with key innovators in the open-source community.
Strengthen your brand’s presence in the Washington, D.C. area.
Showcase your commitment to open source software and open technologies
Network with policy makers, academic leaders, students, and federal agencies.
Support the next generation of open-source contributors.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Gold Sponsorship:
$10,000
3 spots available!
- 8 attendees
- One 15-minute featured speaking opportunity
- Exhibit table in our Contributor Hub
- Listed as a Gold Sponsor on website, event signage, etc.
Silver Sponsorship:
$5,000
8 spots available*
- 4 attendees
- One 5-minute presentation opportunity
- Exhibit table in our Contributor Hub
- Listed as Silver Sponsor on website, event signage, etc.
*Start-ups and non-profits may secure a Silver Sponsorship for US $3,000 provided they: (1) Have been in business less
than 3 years; (2) Have less than $5M in annual revenue; and (3) Have less than 30 employees at signing of contract.
View our full Sponsor Prospectus
Ready to Sponsor?
This is an opportunity to align your brand with open-source innovation at one of the nation’s leading universities. For sponsorship inquiries, please contact David Lippert, Director, Open Source Program Office at david [dot] lippert
email [dot] gwu [dot] edu (david[dot]lippert[at]email[dot]gwu[dot]edu).
GW's Open Source Program Office is generously supported by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.