Google Cloud Next 2020 is a global conference that brings together thousands of the brightest and most innovative thinkers in the world. Whether you are a CEO, a developer, or just someone passionate about learning solutions and ideas for the next generation of the cloud, Next 2020 provides thousands of demonstrations, boot camps, keynotes, conversations, and breakouts to choose from.

Date: April 6-8, 2020
Location: San Francisco, CA
Cost: $1,699 for full conference access

With over 10,000 in attendance last year, and major announcements ranging from AI to partnerships, it’s no doubt that Google Next 2020 will be even bigger. An event this big can easily become overwhelming, especially if you don’t know what to expect.

That’s why we’ve put together this complete guide to Google Cloud Next 2020. You’ll find all the information you will need to register, get around, choose sessions related to your interests, and more.

What is Next 2020? General information

Who attends Google Cloud Next?
Registration & Tickets
Location & Hotels
Getting Around
Onsite Services
Special Accommodations
Childcare Reimbursement

Learning & Training

Keynotes
2020 Speakers
Breakout Sessions
Bootcamps
Office hours
Spotlight Labs
Engage, network & connect

Tracks at Google Cloud Next 2020

AI & ML
API Management
App Modernization & Containers
Application development
Architecture & Migration
Compute
Cost management
Data analytics
Databases
End User Computing
Networking
Operations & SRE
Productivity & Collaboration
Security
Serverless
Storage

Daily Agenda

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What is Next 2020? General information

Google Cloud Next 2020 is a three-day conference that dives deep into Google cloud technology through keynotes by top industry leaders, hands-on trainings, 500+ breakout sessions, and plenty of opportunities for networking. Next 2020 provides a chance to connect with the entire Google Cloud team, including developer advocates, product leadership, and engineers.

Who attends Google Cloud Next?

Google Cloud Next is known for bringing together a diverse audience, including customers, partners, influencers, developers, and anyone who is passionate about the cloud. Whether you’re an industry expert or someone who wants to learn more about Google, this conference is for you.

Registration & Tickets

The ticket price includes three full days of sessions, keynotes, product demos, admission to after-hours events and receptions, as well as breakfast, lunch, and snacks each day. Tickets must be used by the original registrant and cannot be sold, bartered, or transferred in any way.

Although registration for such a large conference may seem self-explanatory, there are a few different notes to be made about tickets to Google Next 2020:

• If you purchase your ticket before April 7, you can take advantage of the pricing of $1,699 for general admission.
• Group discounts, government rates, and academic passes are available.
• Everyone can only purchase one ticket.

To avoid long lines during the check-in process, pick up your ID badge on Monday, April 6 at Moscone Center West and South in the lobby. A government-issued form of ID must be presented in order to pick up your Next 2020 conference badge, and if you received a student discount, proof of academic enrollment must also be presented.

ID badges will include your photo, your name, and your company in order to avoid misuse and ensure that only registered attendees are participating in all events. You must always carry your badge with you. Badges are swiped before each session, so be sure to be in your seat and badged in at least five minutes before each session begins.

Location & Hotels

To accommodate one of the largest cloud conferences, Next 2020 is taking over the largest conference center in San Francisco: The Moscone Center West and South will be transformed into both a digital and physical playground for your innovative imagination. To help you get around, simply pull up the app to navigate effortlessly to breakout sessions or cafe spaces.

Discounted hotel rooms are available that are located close to the Moscone Center for convenience. Rooms are extremely limited and sell out quickly, so book as soon as possible.

Getting Around

Navigating the conference is easy with the Cloud Next smartphone app. Download ahead of time: The app will have locations for all your sessions and conference events and searchable maps.

If you need additional assistance, hundreds of brand ambassadors will be on site.

Onsite Services

In order to make your conference experience as enjoyable as possible, event coordinators have ensured that there are plenty of extra onsite services.

• Free, high speed Wi-Fi will be available for all attendees and it will be easily accessible through the Cloud Next app.
• Charging stations are located throughout the conference center
• Free portable battery packs to charge your laptop or smartphone are available to borrow.

Each day, attendees will be offered complimentary breakfast, lunch, and snacks on all three days of the conference with food. Lunch includes a wide variety of vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-free options. (If you need a kosher or halal meal, please reach out to .)

Special Accommodations

Google strives to meet the needs of all audience members. Participants with disabilities and/or special needs may provide details in the registration form and/or by emailing . All information provided is kept confidential.

All areas of the venue are wheelchair accessible, with the option of renting a limited number of wheelchairs each day. There are also service dog relief areas. Caption text will be displayed on a large screen at the front of the room for all keynotes and sessions along with live real-time transcription accessible to all attendees.

Childcare Reimbursement

New this year, Google is offering parents childcare reimbursement. Please reach out to to request this accommodation.

Learning & Training

Google Cloud Next 2020 is expected to bring the latest innovations, deeper technical content, and more access to cloud experts than ever before. The event provides a huge variety of learning and training opportunities, including keynotes, breakout sessions, hands-on labs, bootcamps, fireside chats, and more.

Keynotes

The leading minds in cloud, including Google executives, partners, and customers, will take the stage to inspire, educate, and power the cloud forward in real time. All keynotes will be live streamed via the Next ’20 app with additional viewing rooms available throughout Moscone.

2020 Speakers

As always, the list of innovative tech-giants and industry leaders continues to be impressive. Featured speakers for the 2020 event include:

• Thomas Kurian, CEO Google Cloud
• Alison Wagonfeld, CMO Google Cloud
• Kelsey Hightower, Developer and Open Source Advocate Google Cloud
• Jennifer Lin, VP of Product Management Google Cloud
• Annie Jean-Baptiste, Lead- Product Inclusion Google Cloud
• Sudhir Hasbe, Director of Product Management, Data Analytics Google Cloud
• Suzanne Frey, VP of Engineering, Cloud Trust Google Cloud
• John Jester, VP of Customer Experience Google Cloud

Breakout Sessions

Aside from the featured speakers, the other learning opportunities that draw in the masses are the specialized breakout sessions, covering in-depth themes related to topics most relevant to you and your business. Content this year spans from the highly technical to the revolutionary, with introductory, intermediate, and advanced level options.

Bootcamps

Half-day and full-day bootcamps provide training courses that cover intermediate to advanced technical topics. To fully participate, bring your laptop, power cord, and dongles to ensure you have connectivity for the duration of the course.

Some of the topics covered in bootcamp training courses include:

• Serverless Machine Learning With AI Platform
• Architecting Hybrid Infra with Anthos
• Google Cloud Fundamentals: Core Infrastructure
• Data Analytics with Big Query
• Logging, Monitoring, and Observability in GCP
• Business Transformation with Google Cloud

Office hours

Office hours are available that give you one-on-one time with a Google Cloud expert. Schedule a 30-minute slot to go deep on solutions that allow you to build the future of your business. Each person can schedule up to three appointments.

Spotlight Labs

Get guided instruction from a Google Cloud expert using GCP in a sandbox environment. Choose from an assortment of topics like machine learning, security, infrastructure, application development, and more.

Engage, Network & Connect

Meet in the DevZone

Stop by the DevZone — an experience made for developers, by developers. Participate in engaging sessions, try hands-on technical demos and labs, learn about Google’s programs for cloud developers, and meet up with members of like-minded communities.

Spotlights

Learn about products and solutions directly from Google Cloud leaders and ecosystem partners. See how customers are driving new value from the cloud across Data Analytics, Collaboration, Hybrid Cloud, Migration, ML and AI, Serverless, Security, and more.

Google Cloud Certified Lounge

Being Google Cloud Certified has its benefits, especially at Next ’20. Stop by the VIP lounge to network with peers, recharge, and pick up exclusive Google Cloud Certified swag.

Inclusion Lounge

The Inclusion Lounge is a dynamic, open, and inclusive space for underrepresented groups and allies to connect, reflect, and cultivate their professional and personal development. Join for curated sessions, confidence coaching, workshops, and more.

Hands-on Labs

With Google’s hands-on labs, learn new skills, earn badges, and explore the latest and greatest capabilities of the cloud. Whether you are looking to spin up your first virtual machine or already are a Kubernetes master, gain practical experience at your own pace.

Go Transform

Join 100 other participants for an immersive experience taking you through an interactive transformation journey. Discover how cloud technology impacts organizations, collaborate to solve business challenges, and identify the key components of a successful transformation roadmap.