The countdown is on for NDC Porto 2026, the Europe's Software Development Conference,, staged in Porto, Portugal from 17 November 2026 to 20 November 2026 and set to gather the sector under one roof. Drawing speakers and delegates from around the world, it offers a focused platform for learning and connection. Because it comes around every two years, each edition arrives with genuine anticipation. Credit for the smooth running goes to NDC Conferences AS, who shape the programme end to end. Everything comes together under the roof of Hotel Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia, a venue that handles events of this size with ease.

Porto earns its place on the schedule. Equal parts business hub and destination, it gives attendees a reason to arrive early and stay a little longer. Reaching Porto is straightforward, with strong international connections and local transport that make getting to the venue easy. Book ahead and you will have your pick of Porto's hotels, from the practical to the memorable. There is life after the last session here: Porto's food scene, culture and landmarks make for a fuller trip. For visitors coming from abroad, Porto is also a great gateway to the rest of Portugal.

Expect deep dives into Software Development, Software Architecture, Software, Devops and Cloud, led by some of the most respected voices in the field. Highlights include keynote presentations, hands-on workshops and live demonstrations. Expect to leave with a handful of new contacts you would have struggled to reach any other way. The line-up features Aleksander Stensby (Founder, GritAI Studio) and Elise Kristiansen (Frontend developer, Variant).

The blend of content and community makes it a genuinely worthwhile trip. For researchers, operators and enthusiasts, NDC Porto 2026 offers a focused opportunity worth planning for.