The next 20 and 21 June 2025, the cultural centre La Térmica, in Málaga, will host the fifth edition of OpenSouthCode, the conference dedicated to free software and hardware that has established itself as a leading event in southern Spain. It is a a space for meeting, reflection and collaboration for developers, researchers and technology professionals, as well as educators, families and enthusiasts of open culture.
An event with a long history
Since its inception in 2016, OpenSouthCode has been growing steadily, gaining a firm foothold after each edition — particularly the 2023 edition, in which The number of presentations doubled compared with the previous one, with more than 50 activities including talks, workshops and open-group sessions—. This growth has been made possible thanks to the support of the community, both locally and internationally, which has fostered an environment of inclusivity and cooperation.
Format, audience and code of conduct
This is an open, inclusive and safe event. It will feature a dynamic mix of formats: talks, hands-on workshops, sessions for children and networking opportunities.
What’s new in this edition?
A variety of events have been planned for 2025, demonstrating the vitality of OpenSouthCode:
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Technical and innovation talks, such as:
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“Front-end without fear”: agile testing for frameworks such as React, Vue and Svelte.
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“KDE Plasma and more free software”: workflows for engineers and university environments.
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“Model Context Protocol”: promoting open standards for the integration of AI agents.
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“Exploring Open Source with AI”: using Claude Code and Aider to make it easier to understand large codebases.
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“Kiot: KDE Plasma in smart homes”: the link between free software and home automation.
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Educational workshops, such as:
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Introduction to micro:bit for children aged 8–12, featuring fun activities involving electronics and programming.
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Specialist sessions, such as:
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Workshops on the automated creation of development environments (“Copilot + MCP”).
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“Tips and tricks for Godot”: optimisation and configuration in video game development.
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The programme alternates between topics such as front-end development, cloud computing, AI, video games and automation, as well as family-oriented and educational activities. The event will conclude on Sunday 21st at 1.45 pm, with a closing ceremony.
Discover OpenSouthCode, the event that brings technology to the people
OpenSouthCode stands out for several reasons:
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Promotes an open culture: promotes free software and hardware, which are essential for transparency, technological independence and global collaboration.
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Bringing generations together: brings together senior professionals, young developers, students and children through initiatives such as micro:bit, ensuring the next generation of technologists is nurtured.
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Encourages local innovation: promotes initiatives from Málaga and Andalusia, linking them to networks such as KDE and Gitpod, as well as to global trends (AI, testing, home automation, etc.).
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Educate and train: It offers practical tools that improve software quality, promote team efficiency and encourage the adoption of open standards in professional and educational settings.
OpenSouthCode 2025 is a key quote for any professional or enthusiast within the open-source ecosystem. It is not just about sharing technical knowledge, but about strengthening a community committed to collective progress, the inclusive education and responsible innovation. Over the course of two action-packed days, Málaga It will become the epicentre of open technologies, bringing together tradition, the future and action in a participatory and accessible format.
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