Thank you for joining us for DEF CON Training Singapore this October! 

Training Welcome and FAQ

Welcome to DEF CON Training! We’re excited to have you for our first standalone training in Singapore on October 1-2.

When & Where

Training will be held on October 1-2 at the Rendezvous Hotel Singapore (9 Bras Basah Rd, Singapore 189559). All courses will run 8:30 am to 5:30 pm with a lunch break. Lunch and coffee will be provided as part of your course registration. 

Check-in will be available outside the training rooms starting at 7:30 am on Thursday, October 1. 

Important Check In Information

All students should have received an email through Humanitix with your check-in pass. You will need to have a printed or electronic copy of the QR code to check in.

If you do not receive this email, please check your spam or junk folder. If you still do not find it, please email training@defcon.org. If you purchased a course on behalf of a different student, only the student should have received this email.

If you don’t have your check-in pass, you may be asked to show a photo ID to check in.

Check in will be at the Rendezvous Hotel Singapore, outside the training rooms. Check in will be available starting one hour before the start of training, beginning at 7:30 am on Thursday, October 1.

Training Schedule 

Training will be from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, with a lunch break in the middle of the day. Lunch and coffee will be provided on-site as part of your course registration fee.

Please see below for the expected schedule for the day. Please note that these times are recommended, and times may be adjusted at the discretion of the instructor to better fit the course structure.

7:30 AM Registration opens (coffee will be available prior to the start of class)

8:30 AM Classes begin

10:30 AM Morning break

12:30 PM Lunch (included with registration)

3:30 PM Tea break (light refreshments included with registration) 

5:30 PM Classes end

6:00 PM Classrooms close

Room Assignments

Parking

Thank you to those who completed the parking form. If you completed the form and requested parking, we have reserved a parking pass on your behalf. You can pick your parking pass up at the DEF CON Training check-in desk starting at 7:30 AM on Thursday morning. 

If you did not complete the form and require parking, additional complimentary parking passes will be available at the DEF CON Training check-in desk on a first-come-first-served basis.

Course Preparation

Keep an eye out for an email from your course instructors, which will include any set up instructors or recommended pre-work. When you receive that message, be sure to read it carefully and complete all required set up. This will allow you to dive directly into learning on the first day of your course.

WiFi Access Instructions

To access wifi in the classroom areas of the Rendezvous Hotel, please use:

SSID: Defcon_RHS

Password: RHS#7vK9!mQ2@Lx8 

Certificate Details

All courses come with a certificate of completion, with the option to upgrade to a certificate of proficiency (purchase required). You will receive the PDF certificate, as well as an electronic badge from Credly, via the email we have on file.

To make sure we have the right name for your certificate and the best email to send it to you, please review the details in your Humanitix check in pass (name and email). If the details are incorrect, please complete this form no later than 5:00 pm on October 2 to update them. 

Happy Hour (Optional) - Thursday, October 1, 6:30-8:30 PM at Another Bar

All students and trainers are invited to join us for an informal happy hour with Jeff Moss (The Dark Tangent) on Thursday, October 1 at 6:30 PM at Another Bar on the second floor of the Rendezvous Hotel. We hope to see you there - it’s a DEF CON Training tradition!

Please note that this will be a cash bar event, and guests will be responsible for their own drink purchases.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to bring to check in?

Bring your QR code (sent via Humanitix) to check in - that’s it! Both printed or electronic versions will be accepted. 

I purchased this training for someone else. Why am I receiving this email?

If you purchased a course on behalf of someone else and received this message, please email training@defcon.org with your order number and the correct student name and email so they can be issued a check in ticket.

Tips & Tricks for Smooth Training Experience

• Bring the right equipment: Remember to check the “What Students Should Bring” section of your course page on training.defcon.org to make sure you bring the right materials.

• Complete system set up & pre-work: When you hear from your course instructor, be sure to read their message carefully and complete all steps for a smooth experience on the first day of your course. 

• Come prepared for the weather: Even when it is hot outside, it’s often cold in the conference center rooms. That means you have to be prepared for everything! We recommend you dress in layers or bring a light sweater in case your classroom is cold. You may also want to bring a reusable water bottle.

• Be ready to charge up: Many courses rely on access to laptops for course activities throughout the day. There will be power outlets available in all classrooms. Be sure to bring your charging cable, and if you are traveling internationally remember to pack an appropriate adapter.

• Remember to sign in: You will be asked to sign in each day in the morning and again after lunch, either through an electronic form, paper attendance sheet, or via instructor roll call. Be sure your presence is recorded at each session to prevent any issues with your course certificate. Students who miss more than 25% of a course will not be eligible to receive their certificate.

Other questions? Email training@defcon.org.