As luck would have it, I am off to a Flash convention this weekend in Toronto. What is FITC? Here’s a brief summary of what to expect.

The FITC name was derived from the first show that was produced in 2002 called ‘Flash in the Can’ — a reference to Adobe’s (previously Macromedia’s) Flash software. This inaugural event focused strictly on Flash, but the scope of future events has broadened with the explosion of interactive media to include all platforms including mobile, installations, motion graphics and games.

FAST FACTS: FITC Toronto Design & Technology Festival

What is it?
A “Do It Yourself” festival for new media designers and developers who will learn the latest in interactive techniques and technologies and how to apply them to their own work. World-class speakers, Canadian debuts of new media art exhibits, a prestigious international awards show and late night mixers round out the festival, providing an energizing round-the-clock experience for the delegates.

Since I’ve never been to Toronto or a Flash convention, I am very much looking forward to this. I plan on attending a few workshops on building games in Flash, working with video in Flash, and overall learning out new features and AS3 programming for Flash coolness.

If your going too, let me know and I’ll meet you there.