About the WordPress Zurich Meetup

Introduction

Meetup groups are locally-organized groups that get together for face-to-face events on a regular basis. Created and started in 2012 by Noel Tock and managed by several local WordPress enthusiasts, the WordPress Zurich meetup group  brings together the various WP people in the greater Zurich area. With over 1000 members it is the biggest WordPress group in Switzerland. People of all skill levels are welcome to attend. So if you’re just starting out or developing really cool stuff with WordPress, join up! In first line, we want to have regular & fun meetups!

Group picture from WordCamp Switzerland 2015, which was primarily organized by the WordPress Zurich meetup group.
A great memory from WordCamp Switzerland 2015

Goal

The original group around Noel set out to organize WordCamp Switzerland in Zurich and did it for two years in a row, now under the umbrella of WP Switzerland the local WordCamp travels around cities in Switzerland with changing organizing teams.

In 2019, the WordPress conference came back to Zurich as a city WordCamp. In 2023 another WordCamp Switzerland is happing at Lake Murten.

FAQ

Primary language of meetups and events?

We usually have attendees from all over, so the main language is was English. We switched to German as a default language in 2022. Depending on the situation on the day we could also switch to English. In any case, feel free to chat with people in whatever language suits you most.

WordPress skill level?

Any!

Costs?

The WordPress meetup is 100% free for you to attend! This is only possible thanks to our amazing sponsors!

Location?

Usually at the Liip Arena, which is located in the basement of the Liip AG office at Limmatstrasse 183 in Zurich. You can reach it via trams 4, 13, and 17 to Quellenstrasse.

How can I join the meetup?

You can RSVP to our events via our Meetup.com group.

Can I suggest a topic or even organize a meetup?

Absolutely! Everyone is welcome to suggest topics and events. Feel free to leave a comment on our Meetup group page or drop as a note via Twitter or the contact form.

What is that #wpch chat I’ve heard of?

The Swiss WordPress community gathers in the #wpch Slack workspace to talk about all things WordPress. Here is how you join.

Who is behind the WordPress Zurich meetup?

The meetup is organized by a loose bunch of local WordPress people. The group itself is part of the official WordPress Meetup chapter program.