# Step by step to create a new conference

The following is not an exhaustive list, but hopefully enough to get
off the ground.

1. Create a new [conference](super_conference) (must be done by a
   superuser).
1. Configure all the metadata on the [conference](configuring).
1. Set up call for papers
    1. Add one or more [tracks](schedule#tracks), and decide if they
       should be included in the call for papers.
    1. Call for papers can now be opened
1. Set up for registrations
	1. Add one or more [registration days](registrations#days) that
       can be connected to the registration types.
    1. Add one or more
       [registration classes](registrations#typesandclasses).
	1. Add one or more
       [registration types](registrations#typesandclasses).
    1. If used, add one or more
       [additional options](registrations#additionaloptions).
    1. Decide if [tickets](tickets) and check-in should be used, and
       in this case create a template for tickets if a special design
       is needed.
    1. Registration can now be opened
1. Set up schedule
    1. Wait for the call for papers to finish.
	1. [Vote](callforpapers) on talks.
	1. [Decide](callforpapers) on talks and
       [notify speakers](callforpapers).
	1. Add one or more [rooms](schedule#rooms).
	1. Add one or more [schedule slots](schedule).
	1. Create a tentative [schedule](schedule) and publish it.