I’m back at work now, but still reflecting on a very stimulating two weeks wandering across Europe. Previous posts dealt with my weekend in Bavaria and the build up to RTC in Porto. Of course I fell in love with Porto, and though some complained about the venue (distance to hotels, poor wifi) I was more than happy to trade convenience for ambience. Conferences are primarily about people, so the mood of the moment is critical. Here is a shot from the riverside terrace of the old customs hall where RTC took place.
There are two beautifully engineered bridges here: one high, soaring concrete curve, spanning the steep banks of the Duoro; one low, sweeping steel curve, skimming over the water. The view is downstream, towards the sea, and behind the…