Get ready for Google I/O 2015

Posted by Mike Pegg, reppin' I/O since 2011

Google I/O is almost here! We’ll officially kick-off live from the Moscone Center in San Francisco at 9:30AM PDT this Thursday, May 28th. While we’re putting the finishing touches on the keynote, sessions, sandbox talks, and code labs, we wanted to provide you with some tips to get ready to experience I/O, either in-person or offsite.

Navigate the conference with the Web & Android apps

To get the most out of Google I/O, make sure to download the I/O Android App and/or add the I/O web app to your mobile homescreen (both work offline!). From either, you can plan your schedule, view the venue map, and keep up with the latest I/O details. We just updated the website this morning, optimizing it for real-time content, as well as the Android app on Google Play - make sure to download the latest version (3.3.2) before the conference starts.

Attending in person?

New this year, keynote access will be assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis during badge pickup. Be sure to swing by Moscone West tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27th between 9AM-8PM PDT to pick up your badge (full badge pick-up schedule). Don’t forget to bring your government-issued photo ID and a copy of your ticket (on your phone or a printed copy). If you’re an Academic attendee, please remember to bring proof of eligibility. You might want to read through the pro tips in our FAQ before you arrive to learn how to best navigate the conference.

Last but not least, we’re looking forward to kicking back and relaxing with you at the After Hours party during the evening of Day 1. Expect good food, good drinks, and a few Googley surprises. Be sure to check your email during the event for further instructions.

Attending remotely?

Can’t join us in person? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Whether you’re looking to to experience I/O with other devs in your neighborhood, or if you’ll be streaming it live from your couch, here are some ways you can connect with I/O in real-time:

• I/O Extended: There’s still time to find an I/O Extended event happening near you. We have 460+ events happening in 91+ countries, so your chances of finding one near you are pretty good. These events are organized by Google Developer Groups, Student Ambassadors, and local developers, and include activities such as code labs, hackathons and more.
• I/O Live: Tune into I/O Live on the web at google.com/io or via the I/O Android app. We will live stream the keynote and all sessions over the course of the event. During breaks, you can watch live interviews happening right from Moscone and educational pre-recorded content. If you want to bring the live stream and/or the #io15 conversation to your audience, simply customize our I/O Live widget and embed it on your site or blog.
• #io15request: Send us your questions about what’s happening at I/O and a team of onsite Googlers will do their best to track down an answer for you. To submit a request, just make a public post on Google+ or Twitter with the #io15request hashtag. We’ll only be replying to requests made on May 28-29, in English, French or German. Learn more.
• I/O in photos: Be sure to check out our photo stream during the event. We’ll upload photos in real time, live from Mocone.

We’re looking forward to seeing you in person or remotely on Thursday and Friday. Don’t forget to join the social conversation at #io15!