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André Michelle’s talk from Düsseldorf 2026. About Flash audio hacks, 16 years at Audiotool and starting over with openDAW. A story about persistence, open source and why good ideas are worth building anyway.

A talk about making, iterating and trusting your idea for ten years. Jared Ficklin on bringing large scale art projects to Burning Man.

Brendan Dawes returns to beyond tellerrand for our fifteenth anniversary in Düsseldorf, creating generative posters and opening titles in TouchDesigner.

Martin Kraft shot a lovely set of vibrant photos reminding us how much fun the whole event was. Thanks Martin!

Niels Leenheer joins the Working Draft Podcast to talk about his browser-based tinkering projects, you could have seen at #btconf Düsseldorf 2026.

Kimya Gandhi traces the journey of a single Devanagari letter. From ancient Brahmi to today’s variable fonts. Here is the video of her talk from Düsseldorf 2026.

How a single Instagram post and a coffee turned into the Tellerrandomizer and why Sascha Bregenhorn deserves a proper thank-you.

Florian Ziegler’s photos from beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf 2026. A wonderful, quiet, unobtrusive documentation of the the event and its people.

Two days, one stage and a room full of curious, kind and open-minded people. A personal wrap-up of beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf 2026 with reflections, gratitude and a few words from those who were there.

Niels Leenheer has been an attendee for over ten years. Now he’s taking the stage in Düsseldorf 2026. With CSS flamethrowers, oscilloscopes and a year’s worth of weird and wonderful web experiments.

Bramus Van Damme, web developer since 1997 and one of the driving forces behind View Transitions, is coming to beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf 2026.

Marjan van Aubel is a Dutch solar designer whose work lives in MoMA, the V&A, the Centre Pompidou and in the everyday objects she designs to bring solar energy into our lives. I am excited as she is coming to beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf 2026.

To celebrate 15 years of beyond tellerrand, we’ve teamed up with StickerApp for an open call. Design one sticker, get it printed. 7 artists get €200 credit and their work in this year’s sticker pack. Every submission gets €20 credit. Deadline: April 9th.

Oliver Reichenstein, founder of iA and creator of iA Writer, iA Presenter, and the award-winning iA Notebook, is coming to beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf 2026. A designer who studied philosophy and has spent 25 years connecting thinking and making.

André Michelle has spent three decades making music tools accessible to everyone. From Audiotool, one of the first browser-based music studios, to openDAW. He’s joining us in Düsseldorf 2026.

Lauren Celenza joins beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf 2026. Designer, writer, and author of “Tech Without Losing Your Soul”, asking the questions about technology that too many people would rather avoid.

Chip Kidd, the legendary book cover designer behind Jurassic Park, 1Q84 and countless iconic designs returns to beyond tellerrand. This time to Düsseldorf 2026 and if you don’t know him, read on!

James White aka Signalnoise joins beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf. I’m thrilled to welcome his bold, neon-infused visual world and honest creative insights to our stage.

Elliot Jay Stocks talks about his new book Fine Specimens, why beautiful type specimens deserve to be preserved beyond the social media scroll, and what it takes to make something that truly lasts … plus much more.

I’m excited to welcome a new speaker to beyond tellerrand Kimya Gandhi. Her topics: ethical design, type, leadership, and creating meaningful product cultures.

I’m beyond delighted to welcome Annie Atkins to our Düsseldorf stage. She’ll take us on a journey into the invisible details of filmmaking, revealing the hidden design work that quietly brings entire movie worlds to life.

I’m very happy to have James Victore back on the beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf stage in 2026 bringing courage, clarity, and unmistakable energy.

Pikdrei created the opening titles for Berlin 2025. Energetic. Graffiti-inspired. A mix of hand-drawn animation and dynamic 3D visual, integrating and blending into the work of Nikolai Kampen. Thanks!

At beyond tellerrand Berlin 2025, Lucy Blakiston and Sacha Judd discuss independent media, newsletters, community, and the limits of platform-driven publishing.

Discover the joy and challenges of running web events with Jeremy Keith. Insights on community, inspiration, and the upcoming Web Day Out in Brighton.

The book “Accessibility for Everyone” by Laura Kalbag is now available as free online version. Still worth reading!

A lovely little write-up about Berlin’s 2025 edition by Zahab Ahmed Qureshi. Thanks!

Astrid Bin was the closing speaker of beyond tellerrand Berlin 2025. She found the right voice and tone for the audience, closing with a wonderful presentation.

In October 2024 Brad and I had a conversation about him speaking at the Berlin 2025 edition. We chatted about him doing something different and, well, he did.

Brad Frost and I talk about creativity, self-worth, community, and staying true to what matters. Even when the world gets a little noisy.

Talking about actively supporting partners for beyond tellerrand, you need to mention TYPO3 for the last couple of years. Here is the reason …

Ana Rodrigues has been part of the Berlin 2025 event. She delivered a great talk about maintaining and modernising CSS and here is the video of that talk.

This little video brings back great memories of what took place four weeks ago in Berlin. Or, if you have missed it, shows you what you have missed ;)

Andy is known for his high-quality and great work for the web community. With Piccalilli he provides valuable content for anyone who wants to learn web design properly. Here is is talk from btconf Berlin 2025.

ASUS is an active partner of beyond tellerrand for a couple of years now. It always is fantastic to work with them and here is why.

Cabeza Patata create amazing work and are such an absolute wonderful couple. Always motivating, positively looking forward. See their talk “Exhausted … but still excited!”

Adam Argyle came for the first time and instantly understood what the event is about. He was nerding out about midi and css, combining two of his passion topics.

It is such a pleasure to have Sacha Being part of the event for many years now. We need more positive and motivating talks like hers.

Florin Ziegler did his magic and captured the vibe and atmosphere of beyond tellerrand Berlin 2025 superb again. On and off stage.

After knowing Jo Franchetti for a longer time already, she finally joined us for Berlin 2025 and brought her talk “RoleplAI”.

Norman Posselt did his magic again and shot some amazing portraits at our Berlin 2025 edition.

Christian Burkert captured some of the moments at beyond tellerrand Berlin 2025.

Thorsten joined us for the first time at #btconf Berlin. Here is the video “Each Design Is a Manifesto for the Future” of his opening talk.

The brand-new website is live! Redesigned to capture the creative, welcoming spirit of the events we love. Built with love, Kirby, creativity, and a lot of late-night ideas.

Join the beyond tellerrand Berlin as volunteer! Be part of the team behind the magic.

Andy Bell is part of beyond tellerrand 2025 in Berlin. Lear about who he is and what he is covering.

Lucy Blakiston is speaking at beyond tellerrand in Berlin in November 2025.

Katie Menzies and Abel Reverter, the duo behind Cabeza Patata, return to beyond tellerrand to share their new talk, “Exhausted … but still excited!”. Learn how embracing chaos can bring renewed energy and joy.

In this episode of “Behind the Scenes” Marc spoke to Keir Whitaker who is a great supporter of beyond tellerrand. They chat weekly and Keir is one of those people who helps with advice and action. ;)

Jared Ficklin known for his pioneering work at the intersection of technology, design, and human experience. He brings together innovation, artistry, and futurism in compelling ways. And he’s joining #btconf Berlin.

Thrilled to welcome Sacha Judd back to #btconf, all the way from New Zealand! 🌍 Her talks are always inspiring and she’s sure to bring something special to the stage.

I recently stumbled over an interview with Stefan Sagmeister that was taken at beyond tellerrand in Düsseldorf. Read “Now is Better” in English or German.

Excited to have Thorsten Jonas at btconf Berlin! 🚀 Digital Sustainability Activist, AI Advocate, SUX Network founder – join us and learn about shaping a greener, smarter web. 🌍✨

I am delighted that Hannah Smith joins us for beyond tellerrand in Berlin. Here is information about her and her topic.

Ana Rodrigues is joining us for beyond tellerrand in Berlin. Here is a short intro to Ana and her range of possible topics.

Adam Argyle is speaking at the 2025 edition of beyond tellerrand in Berlin. Find more about him and his talk and reserve your seat.

Alex Bürner and Dominik Laube have interviewed Marc Thiele after the beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf 2025. They review the event, have a look into the future and talk about the difficulties of community events these days.

beyond tellerrand has always been more than a conference. It’s a creative community built on connection and curiosity. Now you can become a real part of it. Join Friends of beyond tellerrand, a membership that helps keep the events independent, ticket prices fair, and content freely available to everyone.

Flo Kosiol is one of those people who have not attended only for a single time and was kind enough to sit down and reflect on what happened at beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf 2025.

Calum Ryan has written a personal summary on his experience of the two days at beyond tellerrand as well as the IndieWebCamp before.

Francesco Schwarz has made the effort to write a detailed recap of both the days as well as the presentation by Matthias Ott. Thanks, Francesco!

Brendan Dawes is a long-time friend and I am happy that he was back in Düsseldorf, on stage again. Here is a little write-up of him about his time in Düsseldorf.

Gavin Strange created the whole design theme for beyond tellerrand in Düsseldorf this year. He has written an amazing summary of what he did and how and we recorded this “Behind the Scenes” video in addition.

Gavin Strange designed the whole theme for this years beyond tellerrand in Düsseldorf and closed day 1 with his presentation “Less Thinkering More Tinkering”

Sharon is one of the few speakers who has done nearly all cities, where beyond tellerrand ever stopped. Now she was back in Düsseldorf, 8 years after she came for the first time and closed the event with a brilliant talk about Empathy.

Martin Kraft is part of the beyond tellerrand team for many years already. He provides another set of great memories in photo-form ;)

While Gustavo Ferrari has been at beyond tellerrand, he created a handmade sign for beyond tellerrand. A beautiful piece of work!

Jason Pamental spoke at beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf 2025 and gave a talk titled “Curious Findings”. Here comes the video of this talk.

Two episodes with a detailed recap of the two days at beyond tellerrand. (German)

Cyd Stumpel gave a talk about “Modern CSS for Creative Developers” at beyond tellerrand in Düsseldorf 2025. Here is the video plus transcription and her slides.

After 14 years Vitaly Friedman was back at the beyond tellerrand stage in Düsseldorf to give a talk about “Inclusive Design Patterns”. Here is the video

Florian Ziegler has been part of the beyond tellerrand team and captured moments to remember in his black and white photos.

This is the video of Léonie Watson speaking at beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf 2025. The title of her talk: “No Spoon”.

A very complete recap of beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf 2025 in a podcast (German)

Norman Posselt was back in Düsseldorf and shot stunning portraits.

A short clip that visually summarises the two day beyond tellerrand festival.

Matthias Ott gave the opening talk at beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf 2025. The title of his talk was “Painting With the Web”. Here are video and slides of the presentation

I always struggle in describing my own event and explaining what it is. I mean, I know what I want to do, but often it is better to have other people explain.

Sharon Steed is part of beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf and surely is making the event so much better with simply being there. Great person, great presentations – come in and find out.

“Fileteado Art – Traditional Letters and Colours of Argentina” is a presentation by Gustavo Ferrari at beyond tellerrand in Düsseldorf on 5 and 6 Mai 2025.

Every year we team up with some lovely people who host our Pre-Event Warm-Up evening. This year we are delighted to let you know that we are at CHECK24.

Katerina Kamprani creates work that makes you smiling happily, but thinking at the same time. Her uncomfortable everyday things come with a twist, but you need to come to btconf Düsseldorf to find out about them.

Amber Case speaks about “Designing Calm Technology” in her talk at beyond tellerrand in Düsseldorf on 5 and 6 Mai 2025.

“There Is No Spoon” is the talk title of Léonie Watson for beyond tellerrand in Düsseldorf on 5 and 6 Mai 2025.

“Painting With the Web” is the talk by Matthias Ott at beyond tellerrand in Düsseldorf. 5 and 6 Mai 2025.

Our pages for Berlin’s 2025 edition on November 6 and 7 are online. Find out who’s speaking and what topics will be covered. beyond tellerrand – where creativity and technology meet.

Brendan Dawes is part of beyond tellerrand in Düsseldorf. Brendan is a wonderful person doing great work. Read on to find out why.

Gustavo Ferrari from Argentina joins us for beyond tellerrand 2025 in Düsseldorf. Ever heard about Fileteado? No? Then you need to join us to meet Gustavo.

Matthias Ott is joining beyond tellerrand for the 2025 edition. A true advocate of the web and owning your content enters our stage. Who Matthias is? Well, read on …

Paula Zuccotti is joining beyond tellerrand for the 2025 edition. Find out about which thinks matter to us. Every day. ;)

Coming to Düsseldorf: Jason Pamental. Welcome on board of beyond tellerrand 2025!

We are looking forward to welcome Martina Flor on our stage at the beyond tellerrand 2025 festival in Düsseldorf!

Great pleasure to announce Amber Case who is speaking at beyond tellerrand in Düsseldorf, taking place on May 5 and 6, 2025.

Webstandards and accessibility expert Léonie Watson is speaking at beyond tellerrand 2025 in Düsseldorf.

When Marc was speaking at a partner event by TYPO3, he was invited to join Kendall Litton for a conversation about independent community events.

Jessica Hische was back at beyond tellerrand in Berlin 2024. She gave the evening talk on day one which was titled “Crafting the Life You Want”.

Videos are online. In addition each talk has been transcribed and you can read the whole talk.

Miriam Suzanne opened the second day of beyond tellerrand in Berlin in 2024 with a perfectly fitting talk titled “Hints and Suggestions: The Design of Web Design”. Here is the video.

Sheryl Cababa gave a brilliant talk about “Thinking in Systems to Design Your Personal Design Principles”. This is the video of her talk from 2024 in Berlin at beyond tellerrand.

Hidde de Vries closed beyond tellerrand 2024 in Berlin with this talk. Something different in comparison to the talks you know of him, but a topic that is important for him and a lovely closing talk. Enjoy!

Here is the video of the talk that Christine Vallaure gave at beyond tellerrand in Berlin on November 7th, 2024

Welcome back to Gavin Strange (aka Jamfactory) who is speaking at beyond tellerrand in Düsseldorf, taking place on May 5 and 6, 2025.

Sophie Koonin has spoken at beyond tellerrand in Berlin 2024. Here is the video of her talk.

Welcome back to Vitaly Friedman who is speaking at beyond tellerrand in Düsseldorf on May 5 and 6.

Ten years after starting the Berlin edition we are back to run another show. We still have ticket left – join us!

Welcome back to Linda Liukas who is speaking at beyond tellerrand in Berlin on November 7 and 8. Tickets still available.

We are happy to welcome Jessica Hische back on stage at beyond tellerrand. This time in Berlin on November 7 and 8.

Craig is a visual artist from Scotland and we had a lovely video call in late 2019, where he showed me what he is doing. I love his work and he seems a great fit for the idea of our events and the audience with the work and his story.

Lana (Java student) and Mariana (online marketing alumna) recorded a short, lovely video of the last beyond tellerrand festival in Düsseldorf. A summary of what happened and some feedback from them, being there for the first time.

Like last year, our friends from Storyblok organise free events for the web community also in 2024. Next stops are in London and Frankfurt.

The design for the last event was done by Mike Kus. Next to the t-shirt, he designed a variety of assets such as posters, pencils, cups and also the slide deck. Thanks for this Mike!

Beginning of 2019 Stefan Nitzsche and Andreas Brüggemann came to me with the idea of producing a film, a documentary about beyond tellerrand (and with this about also about me). Now they are done and are inviting people to watch it on their premier on Friday 19th, this week.

A short hello to 2024

All videos and a few wonderful photos of border:none 2023 are online.

The price for Düsseldorf’s 2024 edition is going up by €50 next week. Be quick to and get your ticket now.

Another nice set of photos by Martin Kraft, who has been in Berlin to capture the atmosphere.

Excited to see that users of Kirby run 3 Kirby Meetups within the next couple of weeks. Join those free events to learn about Kirby and meet the Kirby community.

Pages for beyond tellerrand Berlin 2024 launched. Date: 7 and 8 November. Early bird tickets from November 1st on.

Each event has its own opening titles, where I ask someone to create them. Budget is tight, but the people creating it have total creative freedom and I trust them to create something nice. Only briefing: something that puts the attendees into a positive mood and make them excited for what’s coming.

Like usual, Florian manages to capture the mood and atmosphere in his photos in a wonderful way. In “just” black and white he manages to still transport joy and fun, plus an unusual view on things in some of his shots.

Creating the schedule is always that moment, when I know, we are short before the event and I really get excited. So here it is: the schedule for beyond tellerrand Berlin 2023.

Side Events page is ready. Including this year’s Berlin Warm-Up information, the Kirby Meetup during the event and a free Roadshow Stop by Storyblok.

Our exhibition in Berlin. Exhibition? We always want the breaks to be interesting and entertaining. Partners and friends of beyond tellerrand are part of the so called exhibition during beyond tellerrand events to create something for the attendees to explore.

We like to be open for options. Checking out Bluesky and if you are on there already, let’s connect.

This is the wrap-up post for the sold out Düsseldorf 2023 of beyond tellerrand. Two days packed with great talks and shaped by lovely people on stage and in the audience.

The schedule is always really important for me. This year it was particularly hard to create it. It is done now and I hope it is a good one.

I am happy. I am speechless. I am thankful and grateful. Thank you so much for trusting and believing in beyond tellerrand!

I hate to say this, but everything gets more expensive these days. Sadly that is a massive cost rise for me also. But instead of making all tickets more expensive, I only rise the price for remaining tickets one month before the event

2023. We are back in Düsseldorf with beyond tellerrand, the event that connect people and where design and technology say hello to each other. After some tough years, we want to bring back the positive energy you are looking for. Join in. Not many tickets left.

Early in 2022 Storyblok and beyond tellerrand were chatting about a possible roadshow format to bring small meetup-like community events to the web community. It took us a while since we all are busy with lots of things, but now we’re kicking off the journey in the UK.

Düsseldorf 2022 was a re-start after 2,5 years of being forced to pause the event since a world wide pandemic hit us. We are back now and enjoyed every single moment with everyone at the event.

This is the Wrap-Up of beyond tellerrand’s 2019 edition in Berlin. Find coverage like blog posts, photos, videos, transcriptions, videos of talks, and much more.

This is the Wrap-Up of beyond tellerrand’s 2019 edition in Düsseldorf. Find coverage like blog posts, photos, videos, transcriptions, videos of talks, and much more.

For the tenth anniversary Stefan and Andreas are working on a documentary of beyond tellerrand. A short film about the three editions in Berlin, Munich and Düsseldorf.