Google Developer Groups Announce DevFest 2026 for Hands-On AI Exploration
Google Developer Groups (GDGs) have announced the return of DevFest for its 2026 season, running from October 1 to December 31, 2026. The global, community-led conferences will gather nearly a million developers to focus on hands-on experimentation with Google's AI technologies, including Gemini and Google AI Studio. The theme, "Build, Secure, Scale: Developers and Builders in the Agentic Era," emphasizes secure deployment, data privacy, and responsible AI. DevFest events are tailored by local GDGs to address specific community needs and foster collaborative skill development.
- →DevFest 2026 Focuses on Practical AI Experience
- →Theme Emphasizes Building, Security, and Scalability in the Agentic Era
- →Community-Led Events Tailored to Local Needs
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- DevFest 2026 Focuses on Practical AI Experience
The 2026 DevFest season, running from October to December, will provide developers and builders with practical, hands-on experience using Google's AI technologies. Attendees can engage with tools like Gemini, Google AI Studio, and Google Cloud through codelabs, workshops, and agent-athons.
- Theme Emphasizes Building, Security, and Scalability in the Agentic Era
Under the theme "Build, Secure, Scale: Developers and Builders in the Agentic Era," DevFest 2026 prioritizes secure deployment, data privacy, and responsible AI guardrails. It highlights the ease of building with new tools, the necessity of security, and the availability of production-ready infrastructure for scaling.
- Community-Led Events Tailored to Local Needs
DevFest is built by the community for the community, with Google Developer Groups curating agendas and tailoring events to local tech ecosystems. More than 800 events are planned across 115 countries, fostering inclusive environments for participants to collaborate and enhance skills.
https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/developers-tools/devfest2026/
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