What is this session about?
Most engineers know their craft deeply but struggle to communicate it effectively. Talks either become too detailed (variable tweaks, config dumps) or too high-level (superficial surveys). This session tackles the “sweet spot”: how to share your work in a way that is substantial, engaging, and memorable.
Why participate?
- Learn from Sandeep Joshi (Uber, DEI Track Editor at The Fifth Elephant 2025) on how to make your talks impactful.
- Get feedback on how to present your ideas effectively to the developer community.
- Learn how to structure talks that are memorable and relatable.
- Interact with Pramod Biligiri (The Fifth Elephant 2024 and 2025 editions track edition) during the Q&A - as well as with reviewers from the community.
Key takeaways for participants
- How to identify the goal of your talk and what the audience will learn.
- How to share experiences and technical insights without overwhelming or underserving your audience.
- Structuring a talk using tried-and-tested frameworks (from Natya Shastra to Aristotle).
- Using visuals, memory aids, and emotional resonance to ensure your talk sticks.
- Techniques for confident delivery: modulation, phrasing, and handling slip-ups gracefully.
Download the slide deck of the presentation
Participation
This workshop is open to engineers across Hasgeek communities who want to present their work at conferences, meet-ups, or internal forums.
📅 Date: Friday, 19 September 2025
🕖 Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM IST
💻 Mode: Online - https://meet.google.com/uze-eepi-mru
Reference
- Rootconf Mini 2025 and Fifthel 2025 editor Vedang Manerikar has published tips on how to make good presentations - https://vedang.me/tips-for-better-presentations/