DevOpsDays Chicago is a successful event that has been running for over 6 years, with approximately 500 attendees at its latest event. The conference started with a discussion on the evolution of DevOps and ethics in computing, highlighting the need for companies to protect user data and be transparent about their practices. A technical talk followed, discussing the challenges of testing microservices and the importance of decoupling testing from staging sites. Another talk focused on an evolutionary approach to DevOps, detailing how a company reduced risk and improved work efficiency by creating a platform team model. The event also featured engaging open-space sessions, including a #TalkPay session aimed at promoting pay equality among developers. Day two saw talks on retaining top engineers, service ownership, bringing DevOps to the database, and improving documentation through scientific research. The organizers received praise for creating an inclusive event with diverse speakers and engaging topics.