Capitole du Libre 2026: the CFP is open
Capitole du Libre is one of France's largest community-driven Free Software and Open Source events. It is held every year in Toulouse, and I have had the pleasure of speaking there in 2018, 2019, and 2022. The 2026 edition takes place on November 14–15 at INP-N7, and the Call for Proposals is now open.
Submission deadline: July 20, 2026 at 23:59 (Europe/Paris).
Formats
Five submission types are accepted:
- Short conference — 25 minutes, Q&A included
- Full conference — 55 minutes, Q&A included
- Lightning talk — 5 minutes, no Q&A
- Workshop — 1 hour 55 minutes
- Associative village booth — 2-day presence
You may submit multiple proposals, but the programme committee will accept a maximum of two presentations per speaker. Each proposal must feature no more than two presenters.
Topics
All submissions must relate to Free Software or Open Source. The committee welcomes proposals on:
- Tools and technologies, especially hands-on return-of-experience talks
- Privacy, digital sovereignty, and the societal implications of emerging tech
- Self-hosting and DIY practices
- Community building in Free Software projects
Purely commercial pitches and topics unrelated to Free Software are not accepted.
Travel reimbursement
Conference and workshop speakers can claim up to €150 in travel and accommodation expenses (receipts required, advance payment available on request). Booth operators are not eligible for reimbursement.
The committee actively encourages first-time speakers and welcomes beginner-friendly proposals.
Submit your proposal: cfp.capitoledulibre.org/cdl-2026/cfp.