The first OpenObservability conference showcased significant contributions from open source project leaders, users, and influencers, highlighting the rapid growth and adoption in the open source observability space, particularly in tracing, logging, and metrics. The event emphasized the need for community collaboration to navigate the increasing complexity and choices in observability tools, with OpenTelemetry being a key focus despite concerns about vendor-driven development and lack of diversity. Discussions covered various open source projects like Zipkin, Jaeger, and Skywalking, with insights from industry leaders on their implementation strategies. The conference also explored the future role of machine learning and AI in observability, with plans to continue the dialogue through a monthly videocast and a larger event later in the year. Content from the conference is now accessible on YouTube, and opportunities for further involvement through a Call for Papers process remain open.