KEY (OUT OF FIVE): LEARNABILITY: SCHMOOZABILITY: COSTABILITY:

July

7th RTX 2012 , [3] Austin
Gaming enthusiasts and developers share their undying love of video games, the Internet, and all things entertainment.

9th .Astronomy, [4] Heidelberg, Germany
The sky might not be the limit, thanks to the astronomers and developers who will brainstorm the future of astronomy in a visual and data-driven world.

12th Comic-Con, [5] San Diego
Superheroes, comic enthusiasts, stars, and fans converge on San Diego for the largest pop-culture convention.

23rd Silicon Valley Innovation Summit, [6] Mountain View, California
CEOs, entrepreneurs, and VC investors meet up to share their secrets of the trade and breed innovation in business worldwide.

August

4th ICEEA [7], Dubai
At the International Conference on Environmental Engineering and Applications, academics and doctors review new processes in environmental science.

15th Latin American Innovation Forum [8], Rio de Janeiro
Business leaders discuss emerging trends in Latin America and the impact social media can have on the region.

21st UX Week 2012, [9] San Francisco
Designers share tools and tips on creating seamless digital experiences.

24th International Food Blogger Conference 2012, [10] Portland, Oregon
Workshops and lectures are punctuated with wine and food offerings for lucky foodies and food bloggers.