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C. Lewko, J. PartonDeveloper Relationshttps://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4842-7164-3_1

1. What Is Developer Relations?

Caroline Lewko1   and James Parton2
(1)
Vancouver, BC, Canada
(2)
London, UK
 

The focus on developers as a route to market1 is a relatively new field. As such, it’s not currently recognized or taught in universities or postsecondary schools, and there is no professional body or association. This immaturity means there is a lack of standard definitions, frameworks, measurements, and tooling for Developer Relations practitioners to adopt. It also accounts for the lack of awareness and understanding of Developer Relations in the broader business world. ...

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