DEV
A constructive and inclusive social network for software developers. With you every step of your journey.
About DEV
DEV is a community platform for developers to publish articles, participate in discussions, and share knowledge about software development and career topics. Content is organized around tags covering languages, frameworks, AI, DevOps, security, and other technical subjects, with posts sorted by relevance, latest, or top activity. The platform hosts recurring events such as coding challenges and community programs alongside standard blog-style posts.
The site includes features like organization accounts, a showcase section, educational tracks, and video content in addition to the core article-publishing functionality. It is built on Forem, an open-source community platform software, and also offers a free Postgres database and a shop.
The platform is aimed at software developers and coders looking to stay current with development trends, document their technical work, and connect with other engineers. It supports both individual contributors publishing personal posts and organizations maintaining accounts to reach the developer community.
Key features
- Publish and share developer blog posts and articles
- Tag-based content organization (e.g. #ai, #javascript, #webdev)
- Community discussion threads and comments on posts
- Organization accounts for teams and companies
- Themed community challenges and events (e.g. Frontend Challenge, Bug Smash)
- Built on the open-source Forem platform
Frequently asked questions
Is DEV free to use?
Yes, creating an account and joining the DEV Community is free.
Who is DEV for?
It is for developers who want to share knowledge, discuss software development, and grow their careers.
What kind of content can I find on DEV?
DEV hosts articles and discussions tagged by topic, such as #ai, #webdev, #javascript, and #programming.
Does DEV support organizations?
Yes, DEV offers organization accounts in addition to individual accounts.
What software powers DEV?
DEV Community is built on Forem, an open source platform, using Ruby on Rails.
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