Your Ultimate Guide to Microsoft & GitHub at PyCon US 2026

PyCon US 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting event for the Python community, especially if you're interested in Microsoft and GitHub technologies. From hands-on labs and insightful talks to a special integration demo with Meta, there's plenty to explore. Below, we answer your top questions about what to expect at the conference, May 14–17 in Long Beach, California.

When and where is PyCon US 2026, and who is attending?

PyCon US 2026 takes place from May 14 to May 17 at the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, California. Both Microsoft and GitHub will have a strong presence at the event. You can find them at their shared booth, ready to chat about your experiences with their tools and services. The conference also features a special appearance by Meta, who will showcase an exciting new integration on Saturday. Don't miss the chance to connect with the teams behind your favorite developer products!

What is the Meta booth event about, and when does it happen?

On Saturday at 1:00 p.m., head over to the Meta booth for a live demonstration of Pylance integrated with Meta's new Pyrefly type checker. This integration is currently available in early preview through the Insiders build of Pylance. The teams are eager to show off its capabilities and gather feedback before a full release later this year. It's a must-see for any Python developer interested in type checking and improved code analysis.

What hands-on labs are offered at the Microsoft/GitHub booth?

At the shared booth, you can drop in for 10-minute interactive labs covering six exciting topics:

• GitHub Copilot – Experience AI-powered code suggestions.
• Azure DocumentDB – Work with a NoSQL database for modern apps.
• Microsoft Foundry – Explore AI model deployment and management.
• Microsoft Agent Framework – Build intelligent agents.
• Azure PostgreSQL – Get hands-on with a managed relational database.
• Azure AI Search – Learn about cognitive search capabilities.

These quick sessions are perfect for fitting into a busy conference schedule.

What talks are happening on Wednesday, May 13?

Wednesday is packed with pre-conference sessions. From 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Room 101A, Pamela Fox presents “Build your first MCP server in Python”. Later, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Room 201B, Marko Hotti and Patty Chow deliver the Microsoft Sponsor session “Dungeons and Databases: Build NPC agents to work with data in DocumentDB and Postgres.” Both sessions are excellent opportunities to learn and network.

What talks are scheduled for Thursday and Friday?

On Thursday, May 14, the Education Summit features two talks in Room 104C. At 2:40 p.m., Gwyneth Peña-Siguenza discusses “Big Lessons from Small Models, Teaching Python AI with SLMs.” Then at 3:40 p.m., Pamela Fox presents “Your Slides, But Faster, Building an AI-powered presentation workflow.” On Friday, May 15 at 3:30 p.m. in the same room, Gwyneth Peña-Siguenza returns for the PyCharlas session “Cómo pasé de perdida a enseñar Python + IA a miles, en un año.”

What talks are happening on Saturday and Sunday?

Saturday, May 16 features a Maintainer Summit Tools Track session from 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. in Room 201A, where Sarah Kaiser presents “Dev Containers.” Then on Sunday, May 17 at 1:00 p.m. in Grand Ballroom A, Sarah Kaiser closes the conference with “A bridge over (not) troubled waters: Collecting marine data from your couch.” Both sessions offer deep insights into developer tooling and data collection.

How can I make the most of my visit to the Microsoft/GitHub booth?

To maximize your experience, plan to drop by the booth early to say hello and share your feedback on Microsoft and GitHub tools. Sign up for a 10-minute hands-on lab that matches your interests—each one is designed to be quick and informative. Don’t forget to check out the Meta booth on Saturday at 1 p.m. for the special Pylance demo. For detailed talk schedules, see the session tables above. Finally, bring your questions and curiosity—the teams are excited to meet you!