Tom Jaeger, CEO of ExpressionEngine and PacketTide, will keynote EEConf with an inspiring look at ExpressionEngine’s future. He’ll showcase new features, highlight innovations, and share how EE empowers developers to build dynamic, efficient, and modern websites.
eeconf london agenda
Day 1
Approx: 8:30am - 6pm
Fantastic Functions and Where to Find Them
Dev
PHP is a truly amazing language. You probably use PHP to create beautiful websites and services in an expressive way. But the language is capable of so much more than what you'll probably program in your day to day job.
In this entertaining talk, we'll take a look a couple of surprising ways to use PHP. You'll see lesser known functionality being used such as weak maps and process control functions. We'll also cover a couple amazing open source PHP projects that have borrowed inspiration from communities outside of PHP such as Tailwind and Phoenix.
After this talk you'll be even more convinced how truly flexible PHP. You'll also have learned a couple of functions and packages that you can use in your next project.
With
Freek Van der Herten
Top 10 Tactics to Boost Your Agency’s Operational Efficiency
OPS
Is your agency spending too much time putting out fires instead of doing great work? Learn practical methods to streamline operations, reduce bottlenecks, and boost team productivity through smarter workflows, better tools, and improved communication strategies. Whether you're running a small team or growing agency, you'll leave with actionable ideas to make your operations smoother, more efficient, and less stressful.
With
Tammy Meyers
Lunch
SOCIAL
Beyond the Basics: Mastering Advanced Template Layouts in EE
Dev
So you have been building EE websites for a while now. You know your way around template groups, templates, partials, embeds and variables. Maybe you've standardised your site building so it's as DRY as a Martini. Maybe you even use a Template Layout for your HTML wrapper. But do you know there's a lot more you can do with Template Layouts?
In this workshop-style session we demonstrate advanced usage of Template Layouts with real life use cases and examples that might change your view of what can be done with EE. We'll cover introduction to the Template Layouts concept, layout variables and arrays, types of layout variables and their use, debugging techniques, and replacing embeds and third party addons. Each of these subjects will be laced with real life examples. This session is suited for everyone who has ever built something in EE. Bring your laptop and your most complex site and explore how to improve it.
Tea
XSSSS: Cross-site Scripting Security, Simplified
Dev
Protect your site and visitors from cross-site scripting attacks using XSS filtering, CORS headers, and Content Security Policy implementation. Travis Smith from Hop Studios will demonstrate how these techniques work together as a protective framework, including a demo of the new Hop CSP Header add-on to guard against malicious script injections.
With
Travis Smith
Beyond the CMS
Dev
Andy Savage, founder of Savagescape, explores how ExpressionEngine sites can be enhanced with bespoke back-end services. Using the tongue-in-cheek demo project Dodgy Dave’s Deluxe Diesels, Andy shows how APIs, middleware, and a little creative thinking can add real power to EE -- without taking yourself too seriously.
With
Andy Savage
Conference Party: 6:30 pm
SOCIAL
The conference party is brought to you by our generous sponsors ee-websites.eu. Be sure to thank Jelle and Gavin for their support.
Keep the momentum going at our Tuesday evening conference party dinner—great food, lively conversation, and a chance to connect deeper with fellow attendees.
Venue: Fox On The Green Islington London
1 Islington Green, Islington, N1 2XH
View Menu Here: We will be having the EPIC buffet. Please let us know if you have any allergies or special considerations.
With
Everyone!!
Day 2
Approx: 8:30am - 6pm
Vibe Coding, Agentic Workflows, and the Art of Context: From Chaos to Clarity with AI
Dev
What happens when you blend intuition, structure, and the latest AI tools?
In this session, we'll explore how developers can move from ad-hoc prompting to a structured, context-driven approach. We'll explore "vibe coding" – deliverance or disaster?
We’ll show how agentic workflows (using tools like Copilot and Cursor) can enhance every part of your development process—transforming point-form notes and ideas into well-structured output, rapidly building accurate technical specifications, and communicating needs and requirements clearly with your team and stakeholders.
Learn how to cut through the noise and unlock the full value of AI—improving your productivity and using your time and experience to its maximum potential.
With
Rowan Sentesy
Supercharge Your ExpressionEngine Site: Performance Tips and Tricks
DevOPS
Are you tired of slow page loads and frustrated users?
This talk is designed to help you unlock the full potential of your ExpressionEngine website by diving deep into practical performance optimisation techniques. Whether you're a seasoned EE developer or just getting started, you'll learn actionable strategies to dramatically improve your site's speed and efficiency.
With
Geoff Cowan
Getting off the Hamster Wheel - Strategies for Successfully Managing Project Management and Growth
OPS
Do you find yourself struggling with juggling the number of projects and clients and responsibilities you have on your plate? Is the management of your project load preventing you from growth? Have you considered that the solution is not spreadsheets and data, but people and conversations?
Tim shares insights from his 15 years of client and project management. While part of a small, boutique agency, he was key at balancing the needs of over 100 maintenance clients and up to 12 active projects. He will offer some of his perspectives for success and some tactics to help move you from overwhelmed to “comfortably whelmed.”
With
Tim Hoppe
Lunch
Employing those Little Gray Cells: Solving Tech Support Mysteries
OPS
In London spirit and with a nod to Agatha Christie, Robin Sowell (Packet Tide) explores the detective side of tech support. Debugging is like solving a mystery—examining the crime scene, interrogating unreliable witnesses, and using forensic tools. Master your “little gray cells” to crack cases, fix bugs, and delight clients.
With
Robin Sowell
Tea
Mayhem
MAYHEM
It’s demos, drinks, and a dash of delightful chaos! Join the community for lightning-fast showcases of workflows, add-ons, and clever hacks. Anything goes—from polished tools to “mayhem in progress.” Expect inspiration, laughter, and perhaps a pint or two—it is London, after all.
With
EE Community
Community Panel
PANEL
A highlight of EEConf, this interactive panel brings together Packet Tide, EE partners, conference sponsers and community leaders—selected by attendee vote. Always lively and insightful, the session offers a chance to ask questions, share experiences, and learn directly from peers shaping ExpressionEngine’s future. A perennial favorite for industry professionals.
With
Lydia Chiu
Chelsea Women vs. Paris FC
SOCIAL
We are excited to announce that PacketTide is sponsoring a fun post-conference outing to watch Chelsea Women take on Paris FC in women’s champions league football! We will have a couple of blocks of seats. Please sign up asap if you’d like to claim a ticket.
Location: Stamford Bridge
Fulham Rd., London SW6 1HS, United Kingdom