Jeremy is a seasoned DevRel & DevEx leader, an international speaker, and is currently the Director of DevRel at OneStream Software, previously at CircleCI, Solace, Auth0, and XDA. With almost 30 years in Tech, covering just about every functional area, including support, system and database administration, application and web development, project management, program management, and systems analysis, Jeremy is active in the DevRel and DevOps communities, a co-creator of DevOpsPartyGames.com, and organizer for DevOpsDays Kansas City. A lover of all things coffee, community, open source, and tech, he’s a husband and father, is also house-broken, and (generally) plays well with others.
Is your team drowning in a sea of bugs, clunky tools, and morale-sapping processes? Are you tired of hearing them utter phrases like “I hate this deployment process” and “This codebase is a crime against humanity”? Well, fret no more! This talk will be your guide to transforming your organization’s Developer Experience (DevEx) from a disaster zone to a developer utopia. We’ll delve into the what, why, and how of DevEx, exploring practical strategies you can implement to make your developers’ lives easier and more productive. We’ll cover everything from tooling and automation to fostering a culture of collaboration and feedback. By the end of this talk, you’ll be armed with the knowledge and practical tips to become a DevEx champion in your organization, all while avoiding the wrath of your CTO (hopefully). So buckle up, grab your favorite stress ball (you might need it), and get ready to learn how to turn your developer frowns upside down!