I’m headed to a big conference next month and I’m already dreading the after-parties. It’s always a sea of guys getting drunk, and as a solo woman, it feels either predatory or just plain awkward. I want the networking opportunities, but I don't want to deal with the inevitable so, are you here with your husband questions. What are your tips for navigating the conference circuit safely and successfully?

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If someone asks if you're there with a husband, just give them a confused look and say, 'No, I’m here because I’m the lead architect on [Project X],' and then immediately pivot the conversation back to the stack.

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My best tip is to bring a wing-woman from a different company or simply leave by 9:00 PM. You’ll be the only person at the 8:00 AM keynote who isn't hungover, which is a much better way to actually meet the people who matter.

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