So, you want to train at Black Hat (or other conferences)? An Introduction

Part 1, introducing this blog series

Article Series: So you want to train at Black Hat (or other conferences)?

This is a series of articles about our experiences submitting, preparing and delivering training at Black Hat (and other conferences as well).

It has been quite the journey and it feels like we learnt a lot of things which were not obvious to us at the beginning or were just not documented.

In this series, we will try to set this information out in an organized way to hopefully help people in the future who are interested in going through a similar journey.

This series is ongoing with new posts released every few weeks. If you want to keep up with new posts, follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn.

Posts in this series:

So, you want to train at Black Hat (or other conferences)? An Introduction

Published on 21 January 2025 by  Josh Grossman

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Introduction

Welcome to a new blog series exploring the process of preparing, submitting, and delivering training courses at conferences such as Black Hat, OWASP Global AppSec conferences, and NDC Security. In this introductory post, I will provide an overview of what this series entails and share the inspiration behind it.

Background

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The idea for this series has been on my mind for some time, but it was only during a recent flight that I felt ready to begin writing. Over the past few years, I have embarked on an unexpected journey that has been both rewarding and challenging. This experience has equipped me with valuable insights and lessons that I am eager to share.

This series aims to inspire and guide individuals considering a similar endeavor, offering practical advice and serving as a planning resource. Whether you are contemplating delivering a course or simply curious about the process, I hope these posts provide clarity and motivation.

Chapters in the Series

The blog series is structured into chapters that follow the chronological steps of my journey. While the posts are designed to be read sequentially, I recommend reading the entire series to gain a comprehensive understanding before deciding if this path aligns with your goals.

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The planned chapters include:

  • Introduction (this post)
  • What Was My Motivation? What Motivation Do You Need?
  • How Do the Financials Work for a Training Course?
  • What Is the Niche/Selling Point for Your Course?
  • Planning the Practical Side: How Will You Make It Engaging?
  • How Should You Write Your Submission to Maximize Acceptance Chances?
  • How Can You Effectively Market Your Course?
  • What Preparations Should You Make Before Traveling?

A complete list of published posts can be found at the top of this page.

I welcome your feedback, questions, and suggestions for additional topics to cover. Feel free to reach out to me on Twitter or LinkedIn. As this series evolves, following me will ensure you are notified when new posts are published.

Next Post: My Motivation

In the next post, I will go into my personal motivations for delivering public training courses and share the factors that guided me along this path. I hope it provides insight and encouragement as you consider your own journey.

This post is part of a series: So you want to train at Black Hat (or other conferences)?

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