What is DevFest?
DevFest is an annual distributed tech conference hosted by the Google Developer Groups
(GDG) community. GDGs host these events around the globe.
DevFest 2022 marked the 11th year of DevFest and represents the beginning of the second
decade of the GDG community. Through DevFest, you can continue to explore how Google's suite
of developer tools can expand the impact of local tech professionals and developers like you
around the world.
Whether you're passionate about finding new opportunities, elevating your knowledge on
the latest Google developer tools, or exploring how to use Google technologies to generate
social and economic impact, DevFest offers an amazing platform for developers to connect
locally, learn, and build on Google's tools.
What is Google Developer Groups (GDG)?
Google Developer Groups (GDG)
is the largest developer
community in the world. Over 1000+ GDGs exist in 140+ countries around the globe. The
program helps developers connect with one another and learn about building products on all
Google platforms.
Each GDG is a local community hub of professional developers who share expertise and
passion for Google's developer technology.
GDG communities coordinate community activities centered around helping developers learn,
connect, and grow while building a strong sense of belonging to the local and global Google
Developer Groups community.
When will DevFest 2023 events happen?
DevFests in 2023 will happen all over the world from October 1 to December 31. We
encourage you to
find a GDG community
hosting a DevFest near you!
How can I become a member of Google Developer Group?
Visit the
GDG Event Platform
or
use the map tool
to find
a Google Developer Group chapter near you. Visit each Google Developer Group's page to find
more information about the group, events, and how to join.
What is unique about DevFest?
DevFest is the GDG program's annual globally distributed conference. Different from a
meetup or speaker session, DevFests events cover multiple topics and offer a suite of
activities that aim to help local developers come together to learn, build and understand
the full suite of Google's developer tools.
DevFest events happen during the second part of the year and offer a way to engage with
new content from various Google product teams.
What technologies might I use at a DevFest?
At a DevFest near you, you might learn to do things like discover Android development,
optimize experiences with Firebase, build for any screen with Flutter, solve challenges with
Google Cloud, explore innovative Machine Learning, tackle problems with TensorFlow, and
build web experiences for everyone. These are just some of the tools you might encounter.
Find a
DevFest event
near
you and learn more about other products
here
.
How do I become a DevFest speaker?
Contact a GDG chapter near you to see speaking opportunities.
Will events be virtual or in person?
DevFest events can be in person, online, or hybrid. Find the DevFest events for your
region using the
map tool
. It is up to a
GDG to decide what is best for their community.
Seek out your local Google Developer Group, since they organize DevFests. To stay
updated, search the Google Developer Group page, follow Google Developer Groups on Twitter,
or visit the Google Developers blog.
Do I need to register to view the sessions?
Most DevFest events do require an RSVP. Find DevFest events in your region using the
map feature on the home page
.
If the event is online and available to everyone, why do I need to
request an invite or register?
Registration and attendance numbers help us plan better events. Please RSVP for each
event that interests you, and keep in mind that attendance may be limited, especially for
in-person events.
Will the sessions be in my language?
DevFest is a distributed global conference featuring events in countries around the
world. DevFest sessions will usually be hosted in the regional language, unless otherwise
specified.
Find an event
near
you.