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Happy Code, Swift Code: The 10% Developer Advantage
Learn what makes developers happy, what frustrations & challenges they face, & how these factors contribute to productivity.

Eleonora Fanouraki
Aug 4, 20234 min read


Who’s integrating sustainable software engineering principles?
Sustainable software engineering (SSE) is the practice of minimising the environmental impact of software. It is an emerging discipline...

SlashData Team
Jul 27, 20235 min read


Metrics and their importance for DevRels | Part 3
Numbers matter, but how can we keep track of what is relevant to our goals? What can we improve? Which numbers should we focus on?

Yuri Santana
Jul 27, 20234 min read


On the role of female coders in software development
Nearly a quarter of all developers (22%) self-identify as females, the highest proportion since we began asking respondents about gender.

Liam Dodd
Jul 27, 20236 min read


Community for the C-suite: How dbt Labs surfaces the metrics that matter
Discover how dbt Labs empowers the C-suite with valuable insights.

Rebecca Marshburn
Jul 13, 20235 min read


Where do DevRel practitioners invest their time and how to scale with limited resources?
Gain insights into the strategic allocation of time and resources by DevRel practitioners. Discover how they navigate the challenges of scal

Katie Miller
Jun 29, 20236 min read


AI Spotlight Pt 2: How AI technologies are shaping DevRel and developer communities?
Explore the transformative impact of AI technologies on developer relations (DevRel) and developer communities. Discover how AI is shaping t

Viktorija Ignataviciute
Jun 29, 20237 min read


The ultimate guide to content creation for DevRels | Part 2
Learn the secrets of creating good and engaging content in developer relations (DevRel). Discover effective strategies and best practices!

Yuri Santana
Jun 15, 20238 min read


Building a Welcoming Community in Tech
How are you building a welcoming community in tech? Katherine Abrikian shares her top tips on the matter.

SlashData Team
Jun 1, 20235 min read


AI Spotlight: 63% of Developers Engage with AI-Assisted Development
SlashData published the latest State of the Developer Nation report with some interesting insights on the AI technologies and how much devel

Eleonora Fanouraki
Jun 1, 20234 min read


AI Spotlight: 63% of Developers Engage with AI-Assisted Development
You’re familiar with at least one AI-assisted development tool; That’s right, the ChatGPT. Its popularity has skyrocketed in the last few...

SlashData Team
May 31, 20233 min read


Mental Health Week: 83% of developers experience burnout (+ wellness tips)
Want to learn more about our developers' experiences and perceptions around burnout, wellness and overall well-being?

Vanessa Measom
May 18, 20233 min read


Shift-Left: The Crucial Role of Security in Early-Stage Software Development
SlashData recently partnered with Cisco; to uncover developers’ exposure to API security exploits and their outlook on security.

Eleonora Fanouraki
May 18, 20233 min read


Shift-Left: The Crucial Role of Security in Early-Stage Software Development
Security threats in software development evolve at lightning speed in today’s digital age. With the average cost of a security breach in...

SlashData Team
May 12, 20233 min read


The State of Blockchain Development
Looking for insights on blockchain development? Discover who's involved and which platforms are being used across various industries.

Richard Muir
May 4, 20236 min read


Meeting Challenges and Scaling Sustainably in 2023 with Developer Program Leaders Forum #1
What are the key challenges for developer programs in 2023? Join us on May 11th to find out!

Viktorija Ignataviciute
Apr 27, 20234 min read


What even is a DevRel? | Part 1
What even is a DevRel? What do they do? Do they actually work? Why are they all crazy about avocados? Are there types? Let's talk about it!

Yuri Santana
Apr 20, 20233 min read


First steps as a Developer Advocate at Company X
The first task for every successful developer advocate is proposing and creating what is popularly known as “DevRel Discovery”...

Rasheed Mudasiru
Apr 6, 20235 min read


Adapting to Change: The Evolution of Data Management for Digital Native Companies in Turbulent Times
SlashData partnered with Aiven to explore how digital native companies evolved their data management practices to survive.

Eleonora Fanouraki
Mar 16, 20234 min read


What Employers Want: Identifying Qualities of a Successful DevRel Candidate
In this article, we discuss what employers look for when hiring DevRel professionals and tips on how to gain the necessary experience.

Annika Puura
Mar 16, 20237 min read
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