🌴 Devfest Central Florida Hackathon is Coming Soon!https://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.comhttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/devfest-gemjam-thank-youhttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/devfest-gemjam-thank-youOn behalf of the entire DevFest Florida organizing team, I want to extend our deepest, most heartfelt thanks to every single person who made DevFest GemJam 2025 an unforgettable experience.Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/devfest-gemjam-hackathon-winnershttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/devfest-gemjam-hackathon-winnersOn behalf of the DevFest Central Florida team, it is our pleasure to announce the winners of the first ever DevFest Central Florida Hackathon! This year's DevFest Hackathon was focused on empowering humans with AI.Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/plan-your-team-for-devfest-2025https://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/plan-your-team-for-devfest-2025We outline essential tips for success at DevFest Florida 2025, which is structured as a hackathon and mini-conference focused on collaborative learning. Learn more about prizes and how to build a winning team wit diverse skills. We've also included data sets and project ideas.Sat, 18 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/why-join-hackathon-devfest-gemjamhttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/why-join-hackathon-devfest-gemjamHackathons are more than competitions — they're opportunities to learn, collaborate, and grow. For anyone looking to break into tech or transition their career, DevFest GemJam is the perfect place to start your journey.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/code-to-cloud-devfest-gemjam-sql-saturdayhttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/code-to-cloud-devfest-gemjam-sql-saturdayHad an amazing time sharing my "Code to Cloud: Deploying a Full-Stack Angular App with Cloud Run & Cloud SQL (Hands-On)" session at SQL Saturday Orlando 2025! We had attendees dive into a hands-on codelab using Cloud Run + Cloud SQL + Angular, learning how to deploy secure full-stack apps on Google Cloud.Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/odevs-and-gemjam-bring-you-the-ultimate-hacktoberfesthttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/odevs-and-gemjam-bring-you-the-ultimate-hacktoberfestODevs and GDG helped our communities to connect to the Hacktoberfest festival in a kick-off workshop on Sep 29th. The energy in the room was awesome! ODevs is a very welcoming and empowering community. Hacktoberfest is an annual, month-long celebration held every October that encourages individuals globally to contribute to open-source projects.Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/unleash-generative-ai-in-your-flutter-apphttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/unleash-generative-ai-in-your-flutter-appSo, how do you get started with AI? Whether you’re a coder, designer, storyteller, or community builder, there’s a place for your voice. That's where Google's Gemini comes in, offering a powerful starting point to help us create solutions that reflect both human ingenuity and human values.Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/bring-your-team-to-devfest-2025https://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/bring-your-team-to-devfest-2025On October 25th, DevFest GemJam is bringing together the brightest minds in tech, and we believe it’s the perfect opportunity for your team to level up, together. DevFest GemJam isn’t just another conference; it’s a collaborative experience designed to help innovators build with AI tools and extend their impact.Sat, 13 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/devfest-central-florida-2024-surveyhttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/devfest-central-florida-2024-surveyTo ensure that future DevFests are even better, we're inviting you to share your thoughts and experiences through our DevFest Central Florida Impact Survey. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us identify areas for improvement and enhance your overall experience.Wed, 02 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/devfest-central-florida-thank-youhttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/devfest-central-florida-thank-youOn behalf of our DevFestFlorida.org leadership team, I wanted to take a moment to thank our amazing community for their support. We care about growing the next generation of software professionals. We're excited to help our technology community to connect, learn, and grow.Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/keynote-responsible-aihttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/keynote-responsible-aiAs AI continues to advance at a rapid pace, it's imperative that we develop and deploy these technologies in a responsible and ethical manner. This keynote panel will delve into the key considerations for building AI systems that prioritize human values, minimize biases, and ensure transparency.Mon, 23 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/5-new-workshops-at-devfesthttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/5-new-workshops-at-devfestThe topics discussed include best practices for testing in Postman, developing a multimodal chat using Gemini and Imagen, celebrating innovation and growth at a hackathon, discussing DevOps in a community-driven lean coffee session, and building and deploying a LangChain app on Cloud Run.Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/dev-events-for-sept-2024https://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/dev-events-for-sept-2024Orlando's tech scene is buzzing with excitement! From AI and machine learning to game development and data analytics, there's something for everyone. With a diverse range of meetups and workshops, you can connect with like-minded individuals, learn new skills, and contribute to the vibrant tech community.Sat, 31 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/grow-your-startup-grow-your-careerhttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/grow-your-startup-grow-your-careerThe startup and careers track at DevFest Florida will cover essential trends to extend your growth in 2024. For startups, learn about ways that AI copilots and machine learning continue to transform the the future of work and practical tools to gain strategic advantage with Google Cloud platform tools. Explore ways that we can make strategic investments in our learning and grow our potential in an ever growing AI-driven world. We'll explore how we continue to value people over the technology and promote growth mindset.Sat, 17 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/learn-network-and-grow-at-our-mobile-dev-trackhttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/learn-network-and-grow-at-our-mobile-dev-trackAttending the DevFest Florida Mobile Track is your one-stop shop for mastering the art of mobile app development. Gain valuable insights from industry experts, discover the latest trends and technologies, and network with fellow developers to accelerate your mobile app journey. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this track offers something for everyone. Don't miss this chance to learn, network, and grow your mobile app development skills!Wed, 14 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/cloud-and-data-experts-take-center-stagehttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/cloud-and-data-experts-take-center-stageDevFest Florida will dive deep into the cutting-edge world of cloud technology. Attendees will explore the power of serverless architecture, learning how to build scalable and efficient applications without managing infrastructure. Additionally, we'll delve into the intricacies of Kubernetes, providing insights on container orchestration and management. To round it out, we'll uncover the potential of enterprise data analysis, empowering attendees to extract valuable insights from complex datasets.Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/exploring-the-future-of-webhttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/exploring-the-future-of-webThe web track at DevFest Florida will cover topics related to web development, including front-end and back-end technologies, and frameworks like Flutter and Angular for building web applications. Attendees will learn about the latest trends, best practices, and tools to enhance their web development skills.Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/unleashing-the-power-of-aihttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/unleashing-the-power-of-aiThe AI track at DevFest Florida will delve into sessions on topics like Google Gemini, machine learning, and data engineering. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, and tech enthusiasts.Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/bring-your-team-to-devfesthttps://2025-orlando.devfestflorida.com/bring-your-team-to-devfestDevFest is a magical team-building potion! It brews up stronger bonds, sharper skills, and a serious case of innovation fever, all while giving your team a much-needed break from the daily grind.Wed, 07 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT