Humans of EuroPython: Rodrigo Girao Serrao

"EuroPython depends entirely on the dedication of volunteers who invest tremendous effort into bringing it to life. From managing sponsor relationships and designing the event schedule to handling registration systems and organizing social events, countless hours of passionate work go into ensuring each year surpasses the last. Discover our recent conversation with Rodrigo Girão Serrão, who served on the EuroPython 2025 Programme Team."

"Over the years, my involvement with EuroPython as a volunteer and organiser has been increasing exponentially! Volunteering definitely pushed me to develop many skills. As an example, hosting the sprints developed my social skills since I had to welcome all the participants and ensure they had everything they needed. It also improved my management skills, from supporting the project sprint organisers to coordinating with venue staff."

"EP: Did you have any unexpected or funny experiences during EuroPython? In a recent EuroPython someone came up to me after my tutorial and said something like "I doubted your tutorial was going to be good, but in the end it was good". Why on Earth would that person doubt me in the first place and then come to me and admit it? 🤣"

EuroPython depends on dedicated volunteers to manage sponsors, design schedules, operate registration systems, and organise social events. Volunteer involvement can grow from occasional help to major organising responsibilities over time. Volunteering fosters social skills by hosting sprints and welcoming participants, and builds management skills through support of project sprint organisers and coordination with venue staff. Humorous interactions can occur, such as attendees admitting initial doubts about a tutorial. Volunteering enables lasting friendships and professional connections through repeated interactions across multiple EuroPython editions and other conferences, creating continuity year after year.

Read at EuroPython Blog