10 Social Networks for Developers [+1 Bonus]

Though the stereotipical developer might be a socially awkward geek, developers are among the most active users of social networks. They usually prefer sites that are community-driven and focus on quality content. Social networks are a great place for developers to learn from colleages, contact clients, find solution to problems and resources, and improve their own skills.

In this post we compiled 10 of the most used and useful social networks for developers. There are other lots of other great ones out there, so feel free to share your favorites in the comment section.

HTML5 Rocks

HTML5 Rocks is an open source project from Google. It is a site for developers dedicated to HTML5 where they can find resources, tutorials and demonstrations of the technology. Anyone can become a contributor of the community. 

HTML5 Rocks

GitHub

GitHub is a web-based hosting service for software development projects. Originally born as a project to simplify sharing code, GitHub has grown into the largest code host in the world. GitHub offers both commercial plans and free accounts for open source projects. 

Here is GitHub

Geeklist

Geekli.st is an achievement-based social portfolio builder for developers where they can communicate with colleagues and employers and build credibility in the workplace. 

Go to Geeklist 

Snipplr

Snipplr was designed to solve the problem of having too many random bits of code and HTML scattered all over computers. Basically it’s a place to keep code snippets stored in one place for a better organization and access to them. Also, user’s can access each others’ code librarys. It allows its users to make their code accessible from any aomputer and easier to share. 

Snipplr 

Masterbranch

Masterbranch is a site for developers and employers. Developers can create their coding profile, and employers who are looking for great developers can find candidates for available positions. 

Masterbranch 

Stackoverflow

Stack Overflow is a free programming Q & A site. Stack Overflow is collaboratively built and maintained by its members. 

Stackoverflow 

… and one bonus

DEV Community

DEV Community – A constructive and inclusive social network for software developers. With you every step of your journey.

DEV Community