So, Austin is incredible!  But GDC here is much smaller and is more focused on the Arts.  Austin would be a great place for Writers, Audio Guys, Designers and Computer/Graphic Artist.   Most of the expo floor here was dedicated to the Universities, Hardware Companies, Publishers, Third-Party Outsourcing and Testing companies.  Only a few “Game Dev” Companies where on the floor but I will definately take pictures at Booth Crawl when more people are on the Floor!  Still in persuit for Good programming connections!