NOOK Event Pods® were part of history in Silicon Valley this September, at the very first North American edition of the WeAreDevelopers World Congress. The show floor ran September 24–25, 2026, at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center. The event bills itself as the world’s largest gathering for developers, AI builders, and tech leaders, with keynotes, workshops, masterclasses, and a busy tech expo. Learn more at www.wearedevelopers.com.
Thousands of developers in one building means a lot of energy and a lot of noise, which makes quiet, private space especially valuable.
Why NOOK Event Pods® work at developer conferences
Deep focus in a loud room. Developers need quiet to think. Whether it’s debugging a demo, pushing a fix, or reviewing code, a pod gives them a few uninterrupted minutes.
Recruiting conversations stay private. Tech events are prime hiring ground. Pods give recruiters and candidates a discreet place to talk without an audience.
Stand-ups and calls from the show floor. Engineering teams don’t stop shipping during a conference. Pods let attendees join a video call or daily stand-up without leaving the venue.
Product demos and customer meetings. Exhibitors can use pods for one-on-one demos and sales conversations away from expo noise.
A reset for introverts. Plenty of developers recharge best on their own. Pods offer a calm retreat from crowds, lights, and nonstop networking.
Inclusive by design. Pods support neurodivergent attendees, nursing parents, and anyone who needs a short break.
Flexible and brandable. Pods fit in expo halls, lounges, and hallways, and give sponsors a useful, highly visible way to get noticed.
Thank you to WeAreDevelopers and the San Jose McEnery Convention Center team for a great show. Planning a conference, trade show, or corporate event? Contact us to find out how NOOK Event Pods® can work for your space.
