For the first time, this year's DesignFest is being preceded by AnalysisFest. In the same style as DesignFest, AnalysisFest is neither an analysis class nor a tutorial; it is an opportunity for analysts to sharpen and measure their skills by interacting with their peers. Appropriate analysis of a system's problem domain increases the understanding of requirements and leads to better, more robust design solutions.

Participants in the DesignFest are welcome to join the AnalysisFest to explore how analysis can help improve the design process. Because it is a pilot program this year, registration for AnalysisFest will take place at the conference, and only be open to registered DesignFest participants.