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From Code to Community: A Developer's Journey into Speaking, Content, and Community Involvement
You’ve spent years honing your skills as a developer, but now you’re wondering how to take the next step and share your knowledge. Whether it’s writing blog posts, speaking at conferences and meetups, mentoring others, or building your brand online, becoming involved in the developer community can be both fulfilling and career-changing.
In this session, we’ll break down how any developer—regardless of experience level—can start contributing to the broader tech ecosystem. You’ll learn practical tips for:
--Finding your voice and creating technical content (blogs, videos, open source contributions)
--Preparing and submitting your first talk (and surviving the nerves!)
--Engaging with local and global developer communities
--Building credibility and growing your network without burning out
This talk isn’t about being famous or chasing followers—it’s about creating impact, forming connections, and giving back to the community that helped shape you. Whether you’re introverted, unsure where to start, or simply looking for a way to level up, you’ll walk away with actionable steps to start your journey. And maybe build up some confidence along the way.

Barret Blake
#MicrosoftMVP, speaker, husband, father, solutions architect, manager, developer, gamer, Buckeyes fan, model railroader
Columbus, Ohio, United States
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