Whether you're a new developer learning the ropes or a seasoned professional with years to boast, this talk will serve as a guide on how to leverage the developer community to your advantage. Let your ambitions drive for a bit and discover how to make the most of your developer career. Regardless of where you are in your career or where you've come from, this talk serves as an example of how you can do better. I'll highlight a clear path - where every challenge is an opportunity. From blogging to speaking. From open-source development to answering questions on StackOverflow. From attending conferences to organizing them. You'll see how becoming a social developer can launch your career to the next level.