Lessons Learned from Organizing Elixir Stream Week

The authors discuss their journey in organizing an event called Elixir Stream Week, which featured live broadcasts using Elixir WebRTC software. Their goals included promoting the framework and fostering community engagement. Initially expecting a modest turnout, they were surprised by high viewer interest, which led to various technical challenges during the streams, such as video flickering and audio glitches. They detail how these issues were addressed in real-time with the help of the community and share retrospective insights, emphasizing the importance of conducting thorough load tests and finishing technical preparations ahead of schedule. Overall, despite the initial difficulties, the event was successful, showcasing valuable presentations from prominent Elixir developers and escalating interest in the Elixir ecosystem.