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DevFest 2026 is back and here’s how you can connect with one of the more than 800 global events to build, secure, and scale in the agentic AI era.

DevFest is back

DevFest season has returned for 2026, running from October 1st through December 31st, 2026. Nearly a million developers and builders will participate in the world's largest community-led technology conference, organized by Google Developer Groups (GDGs) globally. This year's theme is "Build, Secure, Scale: Developers and Builders in the Agentic Era," emphasizing practical hands-on experience with Google's AI technologies.

The 2026 DevFest season highlights tools such as Gemini, Google AI Studio, Google Antigravity, Google Cloud, Firebase, Android, Flutter, Angular, and Web MCP, allowing attendees to interact with these platforms through live codelabs, workshops, and agent-athons. GDGs, driven by the community, curate their agendas to address local tech needs and challenges, ensuring an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere.

With over 800 events planned across 115 countries, DevFest provides a platform for skill enhancement, testing new architectures, and community networking. To find your local event, visit the DevFest Event Directory and follow the conversation using the hashtag #DevFest.

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