PyCon 2017 was a vibrant and inspiring conference that offered extensive networking opportunities, stimulating talks, and hands-on workshops. Attendees, including the author, prioritized networking over talks, as the latter could be watched online later, while in-person interactions were unique to the event. The expo hall was bustling with companies and developers, sparking inspiration through discussions with notable community members like Dan Bader and Trey Hunner. Keynote speeches, such as Kelsey Hightower's talk on Kubernetes, were highly praised, and various sessions covered a range of topics, from command-line tools and Python dictionaries to data visualization and software testing. A notable talk by Mariatta Wijaya emphasized finding mentorship within the Python community, underscoring its supportive nature. Overall, the conference highlighted the growing popularity of Python 3.6, showcased innovative ideas, and celebrated the community's inclusiveness and collaborative spirit.