Ever wondered what it takes to get your talk accepted at a major open source tech conference – or even land a keynote slot? Join What’s in the Sauce new co-host Sally Cooper, as she sits down with Stacey Potter and Adolfo “Puerco” García Veytia, fresh off their viral KubeCon keynote "Supply Chain Reaction." In this episode, they pull back the curtain on the CFP review process, share what makes a strong proposal stand out, and offer honest advice about overcoming imposter syndrome. Whether you're a first-time speaker or a seasoned presenter, you'll learn practical tips for crafting compelling abstracts, avoiding common pitfalls, and why your unique voice matters more than you think.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction and Guest Welcome01:40 - Meet the Keynote Speakers05:27 - Why CFPs Matter for Open Source Communities08:29 - Inside the Review Process: What Reviewers Look For14:29 - Crafting a Strong Abstract: Dos and Don'ts21:05 - From Regular Talk to Keynote: What Changed25:24 - Conquering Imposter Syndrome29:11 - Rapid Fire CFP Tips30:45 - Upcoming Speaking Opportunities33:08 - Closing ThoughtsEpisode links:Adolfo García Veytia LinkedIn pageStacey Potter LinkedIn pageKubeCon North America Keynote: Supply Chain Reaction: A Cautionary Tale in K8s SecurityOpenSSF Slack CFP Announce channel (#cfp-nnounce)Open Source Summit North America - CFP Closes February 9OpenSSF Community Day North America - CFP Closes February 15Open Source Summit Europe - CFP opens end of April or early MayOpenSSF Community Day Europe - CFP opens early MayGet involved with the OpenSSFSubscribe to the OpenSSF newsletterFollow the OpenSSF on LinkedIn

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