DevEx Institute

Dedicated to shaping the future of the software developer experience, focusing on fostering collaboration, driving community conversation, and championing inclusivity for all throughout the space.

About Us

About the DevEx Institute

The DevEx Institute is a vendor-neutral research and community organization dedicated to revolutionizing the developer experience through intentional and consumable research, and a dynamic community-driven approach. We are focused on bringing the community together to establish industry-defining better practices, driving educational initiatives, and uniting various stakeholders, including the vendors creating tools and the developers using them, in the Developer Experience field. We envision a global network where every software developer can access essential tools, knowledge, and support, ensuring their ability to be productive in a constantly evolving tech landscape.

Through our publications, research, and collaborative community platforms and activities we are working to shape the future of software engineering, making the DevEx Institute a pivotal hub for developer experience worldwide.

Our Purpose

Better practices

Assist our partner organizations in their ability to provide best-in-class developer experiences to their internal customers and in the products they produce with industry-defining better practices.

Education

Conduct research on the industry, perform interviews with DevEx practitioners, and produce reports to help educate and influence the direction of the developer experience in software engineering.

Community

Gather the different Developer Experience companies, teams, and communities together to influence the broader software engineering industry around DevEx practices in the form of shared spaces and other experiences.

Our Team

Jeremy Meiss

Co-Founder

Jeremy Meiss is a seasoned Developer Relations and Community leader with nearly three decades of versatile experience in the tech industry, from support, networking, systems, databases, and application and website development, to developer relations and community engagement. With extensive experience at SMBs and enterprise companies like Auth0, CircleCI, Sprint, and Hallmark Cards, Jeremy is recognized for his committed advocacy for open-source software and tools, and his deep passion for developer relations, community, and their role in improving the developer experience. Beyond his professional pursuits, he is a devoted husband and father, is extremely passionate about coffee, the mountains, and exploring new technologies, creating a unique blend of technical proficiency and personal interests that drive his success in the industry.

Jessica West

Co-Founder

Jessica West boasts an impressive two-decade career encompassing management, marketing, sales, and engineering roles. She is renowned for her results-driven approach and the ability to galvanize teams for operational excellence. Jessica is a master collaborator, seamlessly bridging the gap between diverse teams and domains, from product development to marketing and engineering. Her unwavering commitment to outcomes and high-impact leadership make her a go-to choice for organizations seeking transformative change. With a passion for community building, Jessica’s visionary leadership extends beyond her professional life, creating serendipitous connections and generously sharing her expertise. She is a captivating speaker, influencer, and brand ambassador known for her ability to make technical concepts meaningful and memorable. Jessica West is a dynamic force shaping the future of high-growth, high-performing companies.

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