2023 RubyConf Attendee Survey Question Title * 1. Which Ruby Central events have you attended in the past? RubyConf only RailsConf only Both RubyConf and RailsConf None, this is my first time going to any Ruby Central conference. Question Title * 2. Was this your first RubyConf? Yes! No, this is my second time attending! No, I’ve been to three or more! Question Title * 3. How did you hear about the conference? Twitter Mastodon LinkedIn Email Word of mouth If other, please specify: Question Title * 4. If you are returning to attending in-person Ruby Central events after some time, what factors motivated that decision? Company helped provide for my ticket and/or travel accommodations. Visa sponsorship Location of event Looking for new job/networking opportunities Reconnecting with the community Pandemic restrictions no longer applicableSenior Developer Other (please specify) Question Title * 5. What were the most important factors to you when making the decision to attend RubyConf San Diego? Question Title * 6. Were you sponsored by your company to attend the conference event or did you purchase independently? Did your company pay partial costs or all? Yes, I was sponsored by my company fully to attend. Yes, but only partially funded. No, I purchased my own ticket. No, I received a scholarship. Question Title * 7. If you received a free ticket or sponsored ticket, would you have attended if you had to pay for your ticket in full? Yes, I would have paid for my own ticket. No, I would not be able to attend. Question Title * 8. If you were a conference speaker, would you have attended as a non-speaker (regular attendee)? Yes, I would still attend. No, I would not attend. Yes, but only if my company would sponsor my ticket and travel. Question Title * 9. How many talks did you attend live? 1-5 6-10 11+ Question Title * 10. Did you have any favorite Talks during the conference? List a few standouts here. Question Title * 11. Recorded talks are available for viewing after the conferences on our YouTube channel. How many talk videos do you typically watch after the conference? All Most Few None Question Title * 12. What speakers or session topics would you like to see in future? Question Title * 13. Did you participate in Community Day and/or Open Spaces? If so, what did you find valuable or areas to improve? Yes, I participated in both Community Day and Open Spaces Yes, I participated in Community Day Yes, I participated in the Open Spaces No, I did not participate in either Community Day and Open Spaces Please tell us more Question Title * 14. What did you enjoy most about the Exhibit Hall? Learning which Exhibitors are at the conference Learning about new products Learning about job opportunities Networking with other attendees Other (please specify) None of the above. I did not visit the Exhibit Hall. Question Title * 15. What was your goal in attending the conference, and do you feel like you achieved it? Question Title * 16. I believe this conference provides educational content to help me grow in my career. Strongly agree Agree Neither agree nor disagree Disagree Strongly disagree Question Title * 17. On a scale of 1-10, how likely are you to recommend RubyConf to a friend or colleague? 1 - Very unlikely 5 10 - Very likely Clear i We adjusted the number you entered based on the slider’s scale. Question Title * 18. How can we improve the conference logistics (i.e. check-in process, daily announcements, career offerings, etc)? Question Title * 19. How can we improve the conference programming? Question Title * 20. What else can you share with us about your experience at RubyConf 2023? Question Title * 21. Please share a brief testimonial of your conference experience. Your testimonial may be used in marketing and promotional materials. Your identity will be anonymous, however, please include your professional title. Done