Arsenal Resources - In-person
Welcome to the Black Hat Arsenal Resource page. We have
provided information to help make your tool presentation at Black Hat
successful.
If you have any questions or need to reach us, please send us a note at [email protected].
Preparing for Your Demo
Make sure to double check your session date and time on the Black Hat website.
Updated Information Coming Soon
On-Site at Black Hat
Things to bring: Please bring your own
laptop with you to conduct your tool demo and a converter/adapter if you
are international. Your Arsenal station will be equipped with a monitor
w/ an HDMI connector, power, hardwire & wireless internet access,
two stools and a sign with your tool name. Your WiFi Credentials will be
provided prior to your arrival on-site.
Any branded swag (stickers, t-shirts, etc.) needs to be
specific to your tool name. No company branded merchandise is allowed
and all signage will be provided by Black Hat. Please do not bring any
signs, tablecloths, pop up booths, or banners.
Reminder: While participating in Arsenal,
your presentations and demos must be limited to the specific open source
tool/product you submitted. Any other product pitches, upsells or promotions are strictly prohibited.
If Black Hat or any of the Arsenal organizers determine (at their sole
discretion) that you are breaking this rule, you and your product will
be removed and your presentation cancelled.
Tool Documentation
Black Hat requires that all Arsenal presenters have at least
three (3) pages of tool documentation in English. The documentation
should be available in your website, GitHub, wiki, etc. It can include
but is not limited to the following information:
Description: Features; license; changelog updated
Installation: Requirements; supported platforms/languages
Usage: Parameters; usage examples
You may also bring printed materials for attendees.
Updated Information Coming Soon
Travel
Please visit the “Travel” tab on the Black Hat website for
hotel information. All travel and stay expenses are the responsibility
of the Arsenal presenter.
*VISA Requirements: Please note that you may
be required to obtain a visa to enter the country. You can find visa
information and instructions on the conference “Travel” tab on each
event.
We strongly recommend that you check the requirements as
early as possible in order to determine whether you will need to obtain a
visa and to give yourself ample time if you need to submit an
application. If you need a Letter of Invitation in order to complete
your visa application, you may email our Registration Team: [email protected].
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FAQ
Do I receive a Black Hat badge?
In exchange for presenting, you receive one (1)
complimentary Briefings pass which allows access to the Briefings,
Keynote, Business Hall, Sponsored Sessions, Briefings lunch, and
Arsenal.
Am I able to bring a co-presenter?
While you may bring a co-presenter, please note that
only (1) complimentary Briefings pass is allocated per (1) tool.
Co-presenters will not receive a free pass and will be required to
register and pay for a Business Hall or Briefings pass if they plan to
accompany you. If you already have a Black Hat Briefings pass, feel free
to give your code to a co-presenter, friend, or colleague.
*Main presenters and co-presenters are responsible for all travel and hotel expenses
I need a visa for travel, how do I obtain a Letter of Invitation?
If you need a Letter of Invitation in order to complete your visa application, you may email our Registration Team: [email protected].
How is Arsenal different from Briefings and other presentations?
Arsenal is unique in that the demos occur in an open,
conversational environment where presenters are able to interact with
attendees to provide a hands-on experience.
How long are the demos?
You will have roughly 1 hour and 50 minutes to demo your tool.
Who is able to attend Arsenal?
Anyone with a paid Black Hat badge is granted access (this includes Business Hall and Briefings attendees).
Attendees requested my slides, what should I do with my materials after presenting at Arsenal?
You will be able to upload your materials after your
demos; Black Hat will provide a link and necessary information. Please
note the required file naming format: asia-21-LastName-tool.extension
(example).