About Dev Weekends
Learn about our mission, values, and the team behind Dev Weekends.
Our Mission
At Dev Weekends, we empower students,developers and professionals through mentorship, competitive preparation, and real-world engagement. We connect students with experienced engineers for career guidance, help them excel in ICPC and Meta HackerCup, and encourage contributions to open source programs like GSoC.
With a community of 20,000+ members across various platforms, we foster collaboration, networking, and skill development through hackathons, workshops, and technology-specific groups. We provide resources on freelancing, job opportunities, and problem-solving, along with weekly meetups and code review sessions.
Our free DSA courses, tech talks, and mentorship programs ensure continuous learning and growth. Join us to connect, learn, and innovate together! 🚀
Core Values
Innovation
Embrace and drive new ideas, technologies, and methodologies to keep the community at the cutting edge of tech.
Collaboration
Foster a supportive environment where sharing knowledge and working together is at the heart of every initiative.
Continuous Learning
Cultivate a culture where education—through mentorship, workshops, and peer-to-peer sessions—is ongoing and adaptive.
Community Impact
Commit to initiatives that not only uplift members professionally but also contribute positively to society at large.
How Do We Mentor?
One-on-One Mentoring
Personalized sessions that allow experienced developers to guide individuals through specific challenges and career decisions.
Group Workshops and Bootcamps
Interactive sessions focused on specific technologies or skill sets, encouraging peer learning and collective problem-solving.
Peer Mentoring Circles
Small groups of members who regularly share experiences and provide mutual support and accountability.
Project-Based Mentorship
Real-world projects where mentors guide teams through the entire development lifecycle, enhancing practical skills.
Code Review Sessions
Regular meetups where seasoned developers review code submitted by mentees, offering constructive feedback and best practices.
Hackathon Guidance
Mentors provide on-site or virtual support during hackathons, helping teams navigate challenges and innovate effectively.
Career Guidance and Job Placement
Structured mentorship sessions dedicated to resume building, interview preparation, and industry networking.
Virtual Q&A and Office Hours
Scheduled online sessions where community members can ask questions and receive expert advice in real time.
Technical Deep-Dive Sessions
In-depth seminars on emerging technologies and trends, led by industry veterans, to keep the community abreast of the latest developments.