Date and location
When and where will P.I.W.O. be held?
The XV edition of P.I.W.O. will be happening on Saturday May 30th 2026 at the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science of Adam Mickewicz University, ul. Uniwersytetu Poznańskiego 4, in Poznań, Poland.
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How can I get to the Faculty?
We recommend using public transit. You can use of the following tram lines: 12, 14, 15, 16; or bus lines: 151, 185, 188. After you get off at the "Osiedle Sobieskiego" transfer hub, reaching the Faculty takes an approx. 10-minute walk through the Morasko Campus.
What if I want to arrive by car?
The campus has numeous, free parking spaces — in front of Math and CompSci, as well as next to other faculties.
Attending the event
How much does it cost?
P.I.W.O. is free for all attendees, but requires registering for a ticket. Registration will open soon.
Do I have to be a university student?
No. The fest is open to everyone.
Where can I find the Terms and Conditions?
Work on a detailed T&C document is currently in progress. We expect all attendees to conform to the Berlin Code of Conduct.
Is the entire conference going to be in Polish?
Polish is the main language used during the fest, but we accept talk and worshop submissions in English. Once published, the event schedule will include language tags for all entries.
I don't have enough material for 30 minutes. Can I give a shorter talk?
The conference will contain a session of "lightning talks", with a 5 minute limit. Signups will be accepted in person on the day of the event.
Can I wear cosplay?
If you can, then you may!
During the event
Will there be some food?
The fest will include a lunch break, during which we'll provide the attendees with free pizza. There will also be a snack corner, open for the entire event; you'll be able to grab water, coffee, tea, cookies and other refreshments
Can I leave the venue and come back later?
Yes, but we ask you to keep the attendee badge you've received at the reception.
What if I need some help?
If you require assistance or you see someone breaking the Code of Conduct, you can ask any member of the organizing team for help. If you don't see anyone like that around, head to the reception – there should always be at least one person available over there.