https://community.splunk.com/t5/Community-Blog/Splunk-Education-at-conf25-Know-Before-You-Go/ba-p/752065 <H2><STRONG data-start="1547" data-end="1601">Make your learning plan before you land in Boston</STRONG></H2> <P><BR data-start="1601" data-end="1604" />.conf25 is almost here! If you’re planning to boost your skills, validate your expertise, or just explore Splunk’s many learning options, here’s what you should know before you go.</P> <H3 data-start="1788" data-end="1838">Earn a Certification — onsite and affordable</H3> <P data-start="1839" data-end="2075">Take advantage of <A href="https://conf.splunk.com/certification.html#/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><STRONG data-start="1857" data-end="1884">$25 certification exams</STRONG></A> available throughout the week in the onsite Testing Center (Room 206 AB, Level 2). Choose from multiple time slots (Mon–Thurs), and walk away with credentials that showcase your expertise.</P> <P data-start="1839" data-end="2075"><SPAN>Secure the exam times that work for your schedule, and the discount will be applied at checkout. <EM>You must be registered for .conf25 in order to qualify for this discount.</EM></SPAN></P> <H3 data-start="2077" data-end="2111">Visit the Education Pavilion</H3> <P data-start="2112" data-end="2324">Stop by the <STRONG data-start="2124" data-end="2145">Education Station</STRONG> for a relaxed way to explore Splunk learning options. You can even jump into <STRONG data-start="2223" data-end="2241">“Flipping Fun”</STRONG> — a quick 7-second skit captured as an old-school flipbook you get to take home.</P> <H3 data-start="2326" data-end="2364">Join Spotlight Sessions &amp; Events</H3> <UL data-start="2365" data-end="2950"> <LI data-start="2365" data-end="2548"> <P data-start="2367" data-end="2548"><STRONG data-start="2367" data-end="2401">Hands-on interactive workshops</STRONG> led by seasoned instructors, covering topics like Cloudtrail data exfiltration, SOAR threat intel, and machine learning for risk-based alerting.</P> </LI> <LI data-start="2549" data-end="2740"> <P data-start="2551" data-end="2740"><STRONG data-start="2551" data-end="2593">The Yin and Yang of Splunk Proficiency</STRONG>: a lively 20-minute talk with Renée Asselin and Eric Fusilero on balancing big-picture vision with detail-oriented execution (Sept 10, 1:00 PM).</P> </LI> <LI data-start="2741" data-end="2950"> <P data-start="2743" data-end="2950"><STRONG data-start="2743" data-end="2778">Bragging Rights Spotlight Event</STRONG>: a cocktail and networking hour (Sept 9, 4:30–5:30 PM) celebrating Splunk Certified attendees — meet peers, connect with execs, and get recognized for your achievements.</P> </LI> </UL> <H3 data-start="2952" data-end="2988">Plan ahead with the mobile app</H3> <P data-start="2989" data-end="3135">Check the app for workshop times, certification slots, and Pavilion activities. A little prep goes a long way in making sure you don’t miss out.</P> <UL> <LI data-start="3137" data-end="3235"><A href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/splunk-events/id1435759664" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Download the App for iOS</A></LI> <LI data-start="3137" data-end="3235"><A href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.splunk.events&amp;pcampaignid=web_share" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Download the App for Android</A></LI> </UL> Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT iamryan 2025-08-28T16:00:00Z https://community.splunk.com/t5/Community-Blog/Splunk-Education-at-conf25-Know-Before-You-Go/ba-p/752065 <P><STRONG data-start="1547" data-end="1601">Make your learning plan before you land in Boston.</STRONG><BR data-start="1601" data-end="1604" />.conf25 is almost here! If you’re planning to boost your skills, validate your expertise, or just explore Splunk’s many learning options, here’s what you should know before you go.</P> Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT https://community.splunk.com/t5/Community-Blog/Splunk-Education-at-conf25-Know-Before-You-Go/ba-p/752065 iamryan 2025-08-28T16:00:00Z