How to join a session

Session will usually run for about two hours. Sessions will begin and end with a virtual “coffee break” through discord, this will enable attendees to interact and ask questions on a casual platform. We will switch to a zoom webinar to present the talks. So for each session you shoud,

• Join the conference Discord server and interact with attendees.
• Observe the code of conduct
• Switch to the speaking session, which will run through Zoom. Links to each session will be posted closer to the date or via Discord.
• After a speaking session, return back to Discord for questions and discussion.

Registration session

There is a dedicated session to test both Zoom and Discord on 8th September 11:30-13:30 (BST/UTC+1). Organisers will be available to help get you connected to the event.

Connecting to Discord

A conference usually has a brick and mortar venue where people mingle and talk science. For the virtual conference, we will use Discord to fill in this role. Discord is a VoIP application that allows multiple text and voice channels and video conferencing for small groups.

The server will be running throughout the event if you want to continue the conversation between sessions. Discord is free to download and install, and available on all computer operating systems and most mobile devices. See https://discord.com/

The CampyUK 2021 discord server is already active if you would like to try it out, please see your registration email for the link or contact one of the organisers.

Connecting to Zoom

The talks will be run through zoom. Links will be posted here or in the discord before each session. It is best to have zoom installed and tested on your device before the session begins.

Zoom is free to download and install, and available on all computer operating systems and most mobile devices. https://zoom.us/download