The DroidKaigi 2020 External Review Process
Hi, this is ymnd of the DroidKaigi 2020 Committee.
This article is about the new External Review Process we will be introducing in DroidKaigi 2020.
The External Review Process
Up until DroidKaigi 2019, proposals were reviewed solely by the Committee staff. In DroidKaigi 2020, to reflect the diverse points of views in selecting sessions, we’ve introduced a system where external experts can participate in the reviewing process.
By doing so, we aim to reflect more diverse opinions based on expert Android knowledge, leading to a more fair reviewing process.
External Reviewers
We will be asking speakers from past DroidKaigis for volunteers (We will be reaching out to the speakers of DroidKaigi 2019. Depending on the situation, we may ask speakers from DroidKaigi 2018 as well.)
External reviewers will join the reviewing process by picking one or more session categories from DroidKaigi 2020. Reviewers can participate in the review process even if they have a proposal submitted, but they will not be assigned to review their own category.
Our Thoughts
Though the process of DroidKaigi session reviews are undisclosed, past DroidKaigis have been reviewed with a unique perspective. The DroidKaigi Committee has strived to make DroidKaigi into a conference for all participants, being aware of the technological diversity and the constant spread of mobile technology. This initiative for DroidKaigi 2020 is one of many challenges to reflect the diverse expert knowledge into the review process, and to make DroidKaigi a conference where everyone from beginners and experienced engineers alike can enjoy.
This article is also a chance for the DroidKaigi Committee to share the thought process and challenges that goes into preparing for the conference, and a good place for feedback to make DroidKaigi an even better event.
Also, don’t forget! The CfS deadline is Oct 21, 2019 23:59 JST (+09:00)! Click the link below for guidelines:
https://droidkaigi.jp/2020/en/cfs/
We look forward to your awesome talks!
