Why Startups Should Hire DevRels With Blank Resumes in 2025
It’s not about inexperience—it’s about unlocking hidden abilities.
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“New Year, New Newsletter… Eventually!” 🌟
I know you’re wondering where January’s newsletter is. Well, it’s missing, just like some of you set New Year's resolutions and don’t follow through. This is also a self-shade, so let’s all do better and avoid procrastination this year.
The good news is we’re here now, ready to bring you insights, opportunities, and conversations shaping DevRel in 2025!
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Are Best DevRels for Startups Are the Ones With No Prior Experience?
We came across a video on X (Twitter) that discussed why DevTools startups should consider hiring DevRels with no prior experience. The video highlighted that many startups are looking for generalists, that is, people who can take on multiple tasks.
Experienced DevRels can sometimes be too specialized, but someone who has not worked as a DevRel professionally may have the flexibility and hunger to try different things.
This eagerness to explore and contribute across various areas can make them a valuable asset to an organization.
Watch the video here: Why DevTools startups should hire a DevRel without prior experience
💬 Discussion
Bonus Question:
“As a hiring manager or organization, what’s the #1 trait you’d prioritize when hiring for a DevRel role in a startup?”
Hit reply and we’ll feature the best answers in the next issue!
Open Source Project Sponsorship Spotlight 🌟
Are you maintaining an open-source project and looking for support? Open Core Ventures is offering a three-month sponsorship to help maintainers grow their projects, expand their communities, and explore commercial potential.
🔹 Focus areas: Contributor growth, community expansion, and adoption.
🔹 Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
🔹 No resume required!
🚀 Apply now: Open Source Project Sponsorship Program
Featured Resources 🏅
Becoming a Technical Writer in 2025
Resource Type: Blogpost
Description: This article outlines essential skills, tools, industry trends, and practical steps to kickstart a technical writing career in 2025.
How to Grow Professional Relationships
Resource Type: Blogpost
Description: In this piece, Tejas shares practical steps like micro-giving, building social connections, and practicing mindfulness to foster meaningful professional relationships
How Google Shapes the Future of Developer Relations (DevRel)
Resource Type: Blogpost
Description: This blog shares how Google is shaping the future of DevRel with data, open-source initiatives, real-world examples, and actionable insights.
8 essential lessons from a decade in DevRel
Resource Type: Blogpost
Description: This article shares eight key lessons from a decade in DevRel, covering topics like prioritizing developer experience, building genuine relationships, and balancing advocacy with business goals.
Job Opportunities 💼
Trivia for the Day 💡
Theme: Programming Languages
Quotes of the Day 💬
"Be brave enough to be bad at something new." — Jon Acuff
"The expert in anything was once a beginner." — Helen Hayes
Until Next Time
That's all we have for you in this issue of the "Develop by DevRelCom Africa" newsletter. We hope you've enjoyed this edition and are looking forward to the next one. Until then, remember always to keep an open mind.
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