In episode #15 of Diaries of a Data Scientist (DODS) we explore the role of being a “Developer Advocate”

▪️ Explore why companies are clamouring for Developer Advocate and why developers are equally interested, despite it seemingly being an unpaid gig (or is it really - find out in the episode?). 🤔

▪️ Learn about the profile of a Developer Advocate (in case you want to go this path), their key responsibilities, and the essential skills they bring to the table. 💼

▪️ Discover the kind of individuals who thrive in this role and why they're crucial assets in bridging the gap between developers and companies. 🌐

▪️ Plus, explore how this position is gaining popularity worldwide and uncover the salary ranges across different countries! 💰

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🖇️ Useful links (unpaid advertisement, personal recommendations):

• Megan Lieu https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganlieu/


• Tiffany Janzen https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-janzen/

Developer relations: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Developer_relations#:~:text=Developer relations%2C abbreviated as DevRel,on purchases%2C of a product

What is developer relations: https://www.techielass.com/what-is-devrel/

Another interesting podcast episode on this topic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzeD1AshXrQ, @Prismic

How to get into the role: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-heck-developer-advocate-how-become-one-hushen-savani/

Salary ranges:

• https://www.glassdoor.de/Salaries/berlin-developer-advocate-salary-SRCH_IL.0,6_IM1020_KO7,25.htm?countryRedirect=true (2024)


• https://www.joberty.com/blog/developer-advocate-salary/#:~:text=A developer advocate in Germany,about €6%2C500 per month. (2023)


• https://beincrypto.com/jobs/salary/developer-advocate+germany/ (2024)

Search tip To check current positions in the market, please type 'Developer Advocate' into the LinkedIn search bar