If you were too busy living a more boring existence for the ’08 and ’09 events, let me give you a rundown of what it’s all about: FITC is a 2 day, 2 night intensive parade of the brightest and hottest movers, shakers, developments, progressions and general blow-your-mind-ness in the world of Interactive design and development.

If you’re quick enough to get your hands on a ticket (the last two years sold out in advance, as this year likely will), you can expect to intake a serious barrage of information pertaining to the newest and best ideas and technological advances in design, animation, motion graphics, advertising…it goes on and on.

And here’s the really nice thing: FITC ain’t your grandaddy’s stuffy old design conference; with a tagline that reads, “Design. Technology. Cool Shit.”, the stage is set for at least a few of the 40+ creative, technical and business-oriented presentations to have a bit of a delightful and exhilarating edge to them.

For example, one presentation (which is actually called “Cool Shit”) is nothing more than 5 of the world’s top Flash designers each getting 10 minutes to show off their mad skills in front of an audience. Another, called “Changing the World with Bikes”, has the publisher of Bike Hugger sharing what he’s learned about the world and sustainable livability through his myriad bike travels.

Talk about a diverse and encompassing lineup. More about the specific speakers and workshops HERE.

By the numbers:
Dates: Feb. 22-23rd, 2010
Location: Felix Meritis and the Dylan Hotel, Amsterdam, NL
Cost: varies – check here for details
Over 50 presentations and panels on Flash and digital media
Upwards of 500 attendees
3 awesome evening events
1 totally sad DesignersCouch writer who won’t be able to attend

Clips from FITC Amsterdam 2009