DevFest Johannesburg 2025 🚀

GDG Johannesburg turns 10! Join us for our biggest DevFest yet as we celebrate a decade of building, learning, and growing South Africa's tech community.

What is DevFest?

DevFest is Google Developers' flagship community-led event series, bringing together developers, tech enthusiasts, and industry leaders for a full day of learning, networking, and innovation.

What to Expect

📚 4 Simultaneous Tracks:

- ☁️ Cloud Track - Build scalable solutions with Google Cloud

- 📱 Android Track - Master mobile development

- 🌐 Web Track - Modern web technologies and frameworks

- 🤖 AI/ML Track - Dive into artificial intelligence and machine learning

🎤 World-Class Speakers:

Learn directly from Googlers and Google Developer Experts (GDEs) who are shaping the future of technology.

💻 Hands-On Workshops:

Get practical experience through workshops, codelabs, and demo sessions. Bring your laptop!

🎁 R50,000 in Spot Prizes:

Win amazing tech gear throughout the day, including a laptop and other prizes!

☕ Refreshments:

Bottomless coffee and lunch included with your ticket.

🤝 Networking:

Connect with 300+ developers, meet companies that are hiring, and build relationships with the tech community.

🎊 Event Swag:

Take home exclusive DevFest merchandise.

Who Should Attend?

- Developers (all levels - beginner to expert)

- Students studying computer science or related fields

- Tech enthusiasts looking to upskill

- Anyone interested in Google technologies

- Professionals seeking to network with the tech community

Event Details

📅 Date: Saturday, 1 November 2025

⏰ Time: 09:00 - 16:30 (Doors open 08:00, close 09:30 - don't be late!)

📍 Venue: The Tryst, Kramerville, Sandton, Johannesburg

👔 Dress Code: Smart casual with a touch of Africa

💻 What to Bring: Your laptop, charger, and ID for registration

🚗 Parking: Free parking available

Ticket Information

💰 Price: R250 (Use promo code GDGjoburg2025 for R100 off - normally R350)

Your ticket includes:

✅ Access to all 4 tracks and sessions

✅ Hands-on workshops and codelabs

✅ Entry to R50,000 spot prize draws

✅ All meals and refreshments

✅ Bottomless coffee

✅ Event swag

⚠️ Limited seats available - first come, first served!

Get Your Ticket

Secure your spot now: https://bit.ly/jhbdevfest25

Proudly Sponsored By

Google | BBD | Investec | WeThinkCode | Cloudsmiths | OfferZen

Important Notes

- This is a ticketed event - you must have a valid ticket to attend

- Photos and videos will be taken for promotional purposes

- Event partners may contact you about recruitment and career opportunities

- No food or beverages will be available for purchase on the day

About GDG Johannesburg

Google Developer Groups (GDG) Johannesburg is a community of developers passionate about Google technologies. For 10 years, we've been creating spaces for developers to learn, share, and grow together. DevFest is our annual flagship event, bringing together the best of our community for one incredible day.

See you on 1 November! Let's make this our best DevFest!

Join our community WhatsApp group here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BF7x2ivMLgxLPqYzGgryH4

Photos of previous events: https://www.flickr.com/photos/200568788@N03/albums/