The Power of Developer Advocacy — Issue #5
Welcome 👋
I know you're wondering why this newsletter is coming late. Well, this is to make sure I can compile a lot of resources and opportunities for you. Stick with me to the end and you'll see what I'm saying!
Here's a perfect picture of how the Devrel team is always dragging developers to conferences 😂 and if you look closely, you'll see the DevOps engineer hiding.
New Post Alert
We just published our first article 🚀🚀. Check it out, drop your comments and likes, and don't forget to share.
The Art of Developer Advocacy.
In this article, you'll learn who a developer advocate is, their roles in an organization, and how to navigate developer advocacy as a beginner.
DevRel Nuggets from around the Internet.
Ben emphasizes that DevRel is not purely a sales role, but it plays a crucial part in supporting the overall growth of an organization, spanning sales, product development, and marketing. DevRel's unique position allows it to add value to each of these areas due to its intermediary role within the organization.
The job market is really competitive these days and Ykdojo shared tips that would help you stand out when applying for jobs.
Resources to Check Out
Building Relationships in DevRel: This article discusses the importance of building relationships in DevRel with a focus on relationships with colleagues — Chuck Freedman
How does DevRel provide business value? : The value that DevRel adds to businesses should not solely be measured in terms of direct sales but also in terms of its role within the broader ecosystem that drives long-term business success. — Marcus Hellberg
How to speak at conferences when you’re scared of public speaking: This blog post provides valuable tips for those who struggle with public speaking — Rizèl Scarlett
Technical Writing: The Complete Guide: This article explains technical writing in-depth and tips for creating your first technical content. — Solomon Eseme
There’s UX Writing and Technical Writing, What’s the Difference: This article explains the similarities and differences between UX writing and Technical writing — Click Up
Community Management: The Basics for Success: Building a strong community can lead to brand loyalty and advocacy, ultimately contributing to the growth and success of your business. — Oberlo
How open-source leaders can foster an inclusive environment: This article highlights strategies and initiatives for promoting diversity and ensuring that all voices are heard in open-source projects. — Kate Carcia Poulin
Open Source Project for the Month.
GoIgnore by Shedrack Akintayo
GoIgnore is a lightweight Command Line Interface (CLI) tool for generating .gitignore files based on the programming language you're using.
Job Opportunities
Quotes of the Day
In the world of technology, it's about solving problems and creating solutions that people can use. — Tim Cook
The secret to success is to be ready when your opportunity comes. — Benjamin Disraeli
Till I Write You Again
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