FAQ
General
Where can I find the recorded talks?
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What are the venues named after?
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Registration and Accommodation
Are food and accommodation included in the professional and corporate registration fees?
No. While in the past the registration fees have included food and accommodation, this has often led to confusion and frustration on the part of our paid attendees. To simplify the registration process, since DebConf13 the registration fees are kept separate from self-paid food and accommodation.
If I'm self-paid, can I stay in the same place as the sponsored attendees?
Yes, use the conference website to choose that option while registering.
How much does food cost?
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I have someone accompanying me, do they need to register as well?
The accompanying persons need to be registered in the following cases:
- To participate in the conference activity,
If they will want to sleep at the DebConf accommodation facilities;
- If they want to eat at the venue.
Children
Please note that everyone is welcome to attend, and we encourage accompanying friends or family that might have any interest in joining our community to register for the conference, too!
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What are the options to get around?
Venue
I need directions to the venue.
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Where can I find a map of the venue & surrounding area?
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How safe are the rooms? Can I leave my stuff there?
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Where can I smoke?
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Where can I park my car / van / RV?
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What else to bring?
(partly from the welcome-e-mail)
- Personal toiletries, such as toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, towels, hair dryer and (optionally) slippers. The venue provides basic bedding (bed sheets, blanket, pillow).
- Earplugs if you're sensitive to your roommates's noise.
- Sunscreen if you plan to enjoy the outdoors.
- Power adapter, Kosovo uses European Type-F ("Schuko") sockets at 220V.
- Light shoes to walk around on the venue. The ground is only gravel in some places and there are inclines, simple sandals might be not good enough.
Misc
What are the payment options in local shops and restaurants?
Credit cards are supported only in supermarkets. Small shops take cash only. Restaurants usually take cards while most of the tea shops take cash only. Currency is the Indian Rupee(INR).
Which are the suggested restaurants and pubs in Kochi?
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Are there ATMs I can use?
There are multiple ATMs in the city of Kochi. Use a maps app to locate them.
SIM cards
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Power plugs and adapters
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Forecast Weather
It is rainy season in September in Kochi. Around 25-30 degree celsius.
Presenting a lecture
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Medical
Are COVID rapid tests available on site?
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Is there a medical store or drugstore nearby?
There are multiple pharmacies inside the city of Kochi.
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Security
I'm concerned about security. How should I behave?
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