Daytona Developers Club Tour '24, Addis Ababa
An event where we talk about all things Developer Experience, Tooling and Open Source.
Entrance: free with RSVP
Our event partner for this meetup is ALX Ethiopia.
Agenda:
6:00 – 6:15 pm – Welcome
A short hello and introduction.
6:15 – 6:40 pm - Eliminating the "Runs on My Machine" Problem: A Developer's Guide (Ivan Burazin)
As a developer, novice or skilled, setting up your environment and dependencies is a common problem. More often than not, you run into the "runs on my machine" issue. Rid yourself of this problem once and for all and focus on what you do best - code.
6:40 pm - 7:00 pm - Why you would want to contribute to Open Source (Nathan Eshetu)
This talk examines the key benefits of contributing to open source software. We'll explore how open source involvement enhances coding skills, expands professional networks, and advances careers. The presentation will highlight the personal and global impact of these contributions, as well as their role in driving innovation and improving software quality. Join us to discover why participating in the open source ecosystem is valuable for developers at all levels.
7:00 pm - 7:20 pm - Meet Go (Mehari Fitihamlak)
This talk introduces Go, a modern language by Google. We'll explore its key features, syntax, and ecosystem, highlighting its strengths in server-side development and cloud computing. Discover if Go could be the right choice for your projects.
7:20 pm - 7:45 pm - Contributing to Open Source Can Change Your Life (Ivan Burazin)
GitHub is the new resume. Contributing to open source projects on GitHub can change your life by building your skills, collaboration, and reputation within the software development community. Additionally, you can earn compensation for your contributions while learning. Join this talk to learn more.
7:45 pm – 9:00 pm – Networking w/ Food & Drinks
Relax, enjoy and meet some people.