Joomla Day USA Recap - 👀 WMW 204

Written by: Tim Davis Created: 04 May 2023

Category: Watch Me Work Live Streams

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For only the second time ever on my channel, I have a guest live in studio with me: my wife! We went to #Joomla Day USA 2023 and this is our recap of the conference and our time in Austin Texas!

00:00:00 – Event Introduction & First Impressions
00:07:22 – Conference Sessions & Key Learnings (Part 1)
00:09:49 – Networking & Community Vibes
00:17:24 – Logistics, Travel & Fun Moments
00:21:26 – Conference Sessions & Key Learnings (Part 2)
00:53:59 – "Stomp The Joomlers" Game Night
00:59:10 – Austin’s Bat Bridge Spectacle (1.5M Bats!)
01:05:56 – Scavenger Hunt: Leather Murals & Candy-Store Grasshoppers
01:08:17 – BBQ & Jazz Club Night with Elisa Fulton
01:12:40 – Susan’s Growth Moment: “I’m Not an Imposter!”
01:14:29 – Key Takeaways & Looking Ahead

🔟 Summary — JoomlaDay USA 2023

1. Warm Welcome, Cold Feet Turned Confidence
   Susan arrived unsure but left empowered—proof that JoomlaDays are for everyone, not just pros.

2. Pro Sessions, Practical Tips
   Attendees got hands-on insights, from Media Manager upgrades to a standout security session that felt like a TED Talk.

3. Serious Fun: Swag, Scavenger Hunts & Stomping Joomlers
   With budget-friendly tickets, game nights, scavenger hunts, and unexpected bat bridges, the fun matched the learning.

4. Community Magic IRL
   Long-time online Joomla friends finally met in person, transforming virtual bonds into real-world connections.

5. Global Flavor with Local Vibes
   International tech ideas mixed with local Austin flair—BBQ, jazz, tacos, and even candy-store grasshoppers.

6. Organizer Excellence
   Hats off to the event team, especially Laura, for flawless execution and a welcoming experience for both in-person and virtual attendees.

7. Imposter Syndrome? Not Here.
   Susan’s journey from “Do I belong?” to “I absolutely do” reflected the inclusive, confidence-building environment.

8. Hidden Nuggets of Joy
   From creative session takeaways to clever travel tips (like luggage storage apps), value popped up in unexpected places.

9. Low-Cost, High-Value
   With a total trip cost under $600 (excluding flights), it proved you don’t need a big budget for a big impact.

10. Looking Ahead: 2024 & Beyond
    Buzz around the next location is building—but even if you missed this one, virtual replays keep the learning alive.

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Written by: Tim Davis

Tim Davis is the founder and owner of Cybersalt.