OpenLabs · OpenConf 2026
Where Greece’s tech ecosystem builds together.
OpenLabs is Open’s hands-on space for collaboration, mentoring and experimentation. We kick off at OpenConf 2026 with two vibe coding challenges.
📅 20–21 November 2026
⚡ Advanced Vibe Coding
🌱 Junior Vibe Coding
// openlabs.config const lab = { ecosystem: "Greek tech", values: [ "collaboration", "mentoring", "experimentation", "hands-on" ], kickoff: "OpenConf 2026" }; build(lab); // together ✨
Our mission
Fostering the Greek tech ecosystem, one experiment at a time.
Open’s mission is to foster the Greek tech ecosystem. OpenLabs is how we put that mission into practice.
OpenLabs brings together Greece’s developers, students, startups, companies and communities to work side by side. Talks and panels are great. OpenLabs is about rolling up our sleeves, sharing what we know and trying new things together.
What we explore
Four elements, one lab.
Collaboration
Mixed teams of developers, designers and makers from across the ecosystem, building side by side.
Mentoring
Experienced practitioners guide newcomers. Knowledge flows both ways.
Experimentation
A safe space to try new tools, AI workflows and ideas, and to learn fast from what breaks.
Hands-on
Less talking, more shipping. You leave with something you built, not just notes.
OpenLabs @ OpenConf 2026
Two days. Two vibe coding challenges.
Vibe coding means building software in conversation with AI: you describe the intent, iterate quickly and ship. We’re running it at two levels, so everyone from seasoned engineers to first-time builders has a place in the lab.
Day 1 · Advanced
Advanced Vibe Coding Challenge
For experienced developers and builders ready to push AI-assisted development to its limits and take an idea to a working demo against the clock.
- Ambitious, real-world problem statements
- Agentic workflows, fast iteration, production thinking
- Demo what you built to the OpenConf community
Day 2 · Junior
Junior Vibe Coding Challenge
For students, early-career developers and curious newcomers who want to build their first AI-assisted project, with mentors right beside them.
- Beginner-friendly, guided challenges
- Hands-on mentoring from ecosystem experts
- Learn by doing, then show what you made
Venue, schedule, team format and registration details will be announced soon.
How a challenge works
From prompt to demo.
Team up
Meet fellow builders and form a team with a mix of skills.
Get the brief
Each team receives a challenge rooted in real problems from the ecosystem.
Vibe code
Build with AI tools, iterate fast and lean on mentors when you’re stuck.
Demo & share
Show what you shipped and what you learned along the way.
Get involved
Build with us, mentor with us, or back the lab.
Whether you want to compete, share your experience as a mentor, or support OpenLabs as a partner, there’s a place for you. Join us at OpenConf 2026.