PyConZA Sprints
Thank you for joining us for two days of collaborative coding that accelerated open source projects and connected developers with the vibrant Python community across Africa.
Venue
Sprint Venue
Cape Town, South Africa
Venue to be announced
Map will be added once the venue is confirmed
What Are Sprints?
Sprints are intensive, collaborative coding sessions where developers work together on open source projects. As a cornerstone of PyCon conferences worldwide, sprints bring together project maintainers, experienced contributors, and newcomers to make meaningful progress on the tools we all depend on.
What Happens During Sprints?
- • Fix bugs and implement new features
- • Improve documentation and write tests
- • Review pull requests and onboard new contributors
- • Share knowledge and learn best practices
- • Build lasting connections with fellow developers
Why Join the Sprints?
For Contributors
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Learn from the best: Work directly with project maintainers and seasoned developers
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Make an impact: Contribute to projects you use every day
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Level up your skills: Discover new tools, technologies, and development practices
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Build your network: Connect with developers across Africa and beyond
For Project Maintainers
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Accelerate development: Get significant help with features, fixes, and documentation
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Grow your community: Onboard enthusiastic new contributors
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Gain fresh insights: Benefit from diverse perspectives and innovative approaches
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Share the workload: Build a stronger, more distributed contributor base
Sprint Projects
PyConZA 2026 sprints - details coming soon!
Want to sprint on your open source project at PyConZA 2026? Get in touch with us to propose a sprint project.
Success Stories
Previous PyCon sprint participants have achieved remarkable results
Questions?
We're here to help with any questions about participating in sprints or applying as a project.
Note: Sprint participation is included with your PyConZA conference ticket. Sprint coordinators are not eligible for PyConZA financial grants, as these are reserved for general attendees.