ISNOG #0 - A Successful Start!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Iceland's first Network Operators Group meeting! ISNOG #0 brought together around 100 network professionals, engineers, and operators to share knowledge and strengthen Iceland's network infrastructure.
đ August 21, 2025 | đ GuĂ°rĂșnartĂșn 10, Advania | đ„ ~100 Attendees
đ„ Watch the talks on our YouTube channel
ISNOG #0 - Event Summary
ISNOG #0 was a Great Success!
Our inaugural meeting brought together network professionals from across Iceland to share experiences and knowledge about network operations.
With around 100 attendees, ISNOG #0 exceeded our expectations and created a strong foundation for Iceland's Network Operators Group. The event featured excellent presentations, valuable networking opportunities, and engaging discussions on current challenges and innovations in the industry.
We look forward to seeing everyone again at ISNOG 1 in 2026!
Event Summary
đ Date: August 21, 2025
đ Location: GuĂ°rĂșnartĂșn 10, Advania main stage
đ„ Attendance: Around 100 network professionals
đ„ Videos: Available on YouTube
Thank You to Our Sponsors
We are grateful to our sponsors who made ISNOG #0 possible:
Interested in sponsoring future events? Email us at [email protected]
ISNOG #0 Presentations
Watch the recorded presentations from ISNOG #0 on our YouTube channel:
The YIN and YANG of Automation
Wim Henderickx - Nokia CTO
Explores critical challenges holding back widespread network automation adoption and presents practical solutions to overcome them.
Topics: Trust in Automation, Lifecycle Management, Schema-Driven Automation, Data-First Approach
đ„ Watch on YouTubeValue Flows and Team Organization
Mark Coleman - Netbox Labs Co-founder
Learnings from DevOps for automation success. Draws parallels between software engineering transformations and network automation revolution.
Topics: Team Dynamics, Shifting Left, Organizational Change, DevOps Patterns
đ„ Watch on YouTubeThe Insecurity Secrets of Home Routers
Jackie Mallett - Reykjavik University
Eye-opening presentation revealing alarming security vulnerabilities in typical home routers that millions rely on daily.
Topics: Router Security, Default Credentials, Firmware Updates, WPA3 Adoption
đ„ Watch on YouTubeAdditional Presentations
These talks were also presented at ISNOG #0 (not recorded per speaker request):
- SteingrĂmur Ăskarsson [Sensa] - Key Insights Gained from Penetration Tests Across Multiple Clients
- Armann Gudjonsson [MĂla] - From Snowflakes to Structured Services: Tales from the Brownfield
- Elliot Townsend [HPE Juniper Networks] - (Topic not specified)
About ISNOG
Our Mission
To foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among network operators in Iceland, promoting best practices and innovation in network infrastructure.
Community
We bring together professionals from ISPs, enterprises, government, and academia to discuss technical challenges and solutions.
Knowledge Sharing
Regular meetings, presentations, and discussions on topics ranging from routing protocols to network security and emerging technologies.
Future Meetings & Events
ISNOG 1 - 2026
Following the success of ISNOG #0, we're already planning ISNOG 1 for 2026. We look forward to seeing everyone again for another great gathering of Iceland's network community.
Format: In-person and virtual attendance options
Stay Updated: Join our mailing list and Slack for announcements
Community Engagement
Between major events, we continue to organize smaller community activities including workshops, technical discussions, and networking sessions.
Topics: BGP, MPLS, SDN, Network Security, IPv6, and emerging technologies
Get Involved
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Stay updated on meetings, events, and discussions. Our mailing list is the primary communication channel for the ISNOG community.
Email: [email protected]
Present at ISNOG
Have something interesting to share? We welcome presentations from community members on relevant technical topics.
Contact us to propose a presentation for an upcoming meeting.
Sponsorship
Support the Icelandic network operations community. Sponsorship opportunities available for meetings and events.
Get in touch to learn about sponsorship packages.