DevConf.CZ 2025

Building Tech Communities: Lessons from a Decade of Experience
2025-06-12 , D0207 (capacity 90)

Do you want to bring smart people together to discuss your project? Are you looking to build a community that supports your business goals? This talk will show you how.

Drawing from over a decade of experience organizing tech gatherings—ranging from small meetups and hackathons to large-scale conferences—Jan will share practical insights, proven strategies, and actionable tips for building and sustaining successful communities.

Jan has led community initiatives at Red Hat, organizing DevConf.cz, Fedora release parties, and Docker meetups. He later expanded Kiwi.com's global R&D community to strengthen its employer brand. Currently, he is fostering cybersecurity communities at Whalebone. Join this session to learn how to effectively connect people, spark engagement, and create lasting impact.


What level of experience should the audience have to best understand your session?

Beginner - no experience needed

Jan has led community initiatives at Red Hat, organizing DevConf.cz, Fedora release parties, and Docker meetups. He later expanded Kiwi.com's global R&D community to strengthen its employer brand. Currently, he is fostering cybersecurity communities at Whalebone.