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PRO WORKSHOP: Demystifying "Developer Experience", and Why It Matters for Developers

Tuesday February 11, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm PST

Jeremy Meiss, DevEx Institute, Developer Experience & Community Leader

A key factor in shaping the productivity and innovation of software developers is what has come to be called “Developer Experience.” We'll begin with an introduction to DevEx, exploring its definition and significance in the tech world. We will review the history of software development, highlighting how DevEx has evolved with technology, ooking also at areas in which you might not think about DevEx, like Accessibility, community, and even docs. Then we will discuss successful and problematic DevEx scenarios, offering strategies for improvement, and practical tips for enhancing DevEx, discussing better practices and common pitfalls. This talk is an essential journey through the world of DevEx, ideal for developers, team leaders, and tech enthusiasts keen on optimizing their development environments for better outcomes.

Speakers

Jeremy Meiss

Developer Experience & Community Leader, DevEx Institute

Jeremy is an international speaker and currently the Director of DevRel at OneStream Software, previously at CircleCI, Solace, Auth0, and XDA. With almost 30 years in Tech, covering just about every functional area, including support, system and database administration, application... Read More →

Tuesday February 11, 2025 5:00pm - 5:50pm PST
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