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In this inspirational keynote, Kevin Blanco, a DevRel Advocate and community builder, explores the transformative power of developer communities. Drawing from a decade across Drupal, Google, MongoDB, and DevRel, Kevin shares insights from global developer engagement. Did you know 65% of developers consider strong communities critical when choosing technologies? This highlights community builders' profound impact on tech. This session uncovers: - How community involvement accelerates career growth and opens doors to better job opportunities - Strategies for building inclusive developer communities that enhance your professional network - Ways community contribution develops skills and increases your visibility to potential employers Kevin shares experiences as a Developer Advocate, Google Developer Expert, Champion, Innovator, and Community Organizer. At Appsmith, he grew their developer community from 3k to 20k+ in three years. Key Takeaways: - Understand communities' vital role in both tech ecosystems and career advancement - Learn to leverage community engagement for professional growth and networking - Gain inspiration to become a change-maker while expanding your professional opportunities For developers, community organizers, and tech leaders seeking impact. Whether beginning your community journey or amplifying existing efforts, you'll leave with actionable strategies to grow your career through community.