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21 Nov

You should avoid Zed editor.

stp2y0 CommentsNewscoding, community, development, devrel, engineering, inclusive, software, webdev, zed

The Zed editor team openly promotes the violation of licenses between open-source and closed-source software. Even when faced with evidence (and their demonstrated incompetence), they shamelessly claim they have the power to decide and interpret licenses as they see fit, completely disregarding the actual text of those licenses. Furthermore, they show no concern for the harm caused to companies despite their position. It is clearly a corrupt system to its core, likely run by inexperienced individuals who have no respect for others' work — the kind of people who think open-source means "I do whatever I want." This industry is…

13 Aug

Beyond FAQs: How AI Transforms Developer Support and Ignites Community Engagement

stp2y0 CommentsNewscoding, community, development, devrel, engineering, inclusive, marketing, software, webdev

Discover how AI-powered support revolutionizes the developer experience, providing instant, contextual answers, 24/7 availability, and actionable insights for your DevTool's growth. In the fast-paced world of software development, timely and accurate support is crucial for a positive developer experience. Yet, traditional support methods like static FAQs and generic documentation often fall short, leaving developers frustrated and hindering their progress. Enter AI-powered support – a game-changer that is revolutionizing how DevTool companies engage with their developer communities. The Limitations of Traditional SupportStatic FAQs and documentation, while essential, have limitations: Lack of Context: They address general issues but often fail to consider…

31 Jul

Using Postman For API Documentation: All You Need To Know

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In my previous article, Docs As Code: The Best Guide For Technical Writers, I talked about the concept of Docs-as-code and gave a deep dive into it.Before starting as a Documentation Engineer, I didn't know much about API documentation. The take-home task I was given by the company was to document the endpoints of an API given to me. I took this journey and began learning about API documentation and the different tools for documenting API. I will be sharing all that I have learned so far. Why do you need API Documentation? APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) play an important…

17 Jul

The Value of Community Conferences

stp2y0 CommentsNewscoding, community, development, devrel, engineering, inclusive, marketing, software, techtalks

Ever since returning from the last JSConf Budapest, a question has been circling in my mind: how can we effectively sell the idea of community conferences to companies? It's a topic that seems to resonate with many in the tech field, from developers to developer advocates. Why Community Conferences Matter Those of us in tech who have been to many events big and small know there's something unmatched about a well curated community conference. They're not just events; they're breeding grounds for innovation, learning, and networking. You leave with deep knowledge, friendship, and opportuities you really can't find at larger…