# Online Developer Conferences Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference is Offered Free Online By Ell Smith | Published 2020-05-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/developer-conference References: [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2020/5/apple-worldwide-developers-conference-virtual-remote-free-announcement-date-coronavirus-covid-19) & [developer.apple](https://developer.apple.com/wwdc20/) In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, consumers are existing in the online world more than ever, with everything from people's office jobs to massive conferences being offered virtually -- the latest of which is [Apple's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peek-performance) Developer conference, the Worldwide Developers Conference, which is free to developers across the globe. The event is held in California annually with tickets being sold for up to $1,599 USD, making it a highly sought-out conference that people from around the world travel to attend. In addition to engaging keynotes, the event's virtual itinerary also includes the [Swift Student Challenge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codeconnect) -- an interactive coding session that will award winners with an exclusive conference jacket. Apple's [virtual Developer conference](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ios-coffee-break) takes place on June 22nd. Image Credit: Apple ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Virtual Developer Conferences:** The rise of virtual developer conferences due to the COVID-19 pandemic presents an opportunity for tech companies to reach a wider audience, save on costs, and reduce their carbon footprint. - **Free Access to Premium Events:** By offering premium events for free, businesses can attract a wider audience and potentially convert new customers or users. - **Interactive Learning Programs:** Interactive coding sessions like Apple's Swift Student Challenge can engage and educate developers, potentially leading to new innovation and advancements in the software industry. ### Where This Applies - **Tech Conferences:** Tech companies can benefit from hosting virtual conferences, allowing for a larger attendance and savings on venue and travel costs. - **Education and E-learning:** Interactive online learning programs like the Swift Student Challenge could be expanded to other fields and industries, providing accessible and engaging education to people around the world. - **Software Development and Programming:** The rise of virtual conferences and interactive learning programs allows for software developers to stay up-to-date on industry trends, learn new skills, and potentially create new and innovative software solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tech Company Release Conferences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peek-performance.md) - [Modern Technology Conferences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gtc-conference.md) - [App Developer Academies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/developer-academy.md) - [Retro-Inspired Animated Stickers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animated-stickers.md) - [Digital Event Planners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-invites1.md) - [Custom Virtual Reality Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/developer-strap.md) - [Open Source AI Conventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/llamacon.md) - [Hybrid Events Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appyfair.md) - [AI-Focused Conferences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nvidia-gtc-2023.md)