Fostering a Stronger Software
Development Community in Edmonton.
We are made up of people who believe that an impactful, diverse, and collaborative developer community enriches us all. We realize this vision by sharing knowledge and ideas, understanding the community and its needs, promoting events and initiatives, and supporting technology meetups and organizations.
What We Do
Support Meetups & Events
From online streaming tools, equipment and training, to event support, organizer training, and venues we're here to help developers run awesome events about the tools they love; without having to start from scratch on their own.
Connect Community
Through our active Slack, mailing list, events, and online outreach we provide many ways for the Edmonton technology community to come together.
Provide A Platform
About Our Slack
Welcome Friend!
We have a Slack workspace to connect people who are involved with the Edmonton tech scene. The people here range from being developers, designers, PM's, students, hobbyists and more who love to talk about code. We also do events and network across Alberta.
There are several channels that you can check out on the card. They range from being about a specific meetup, tech news, tech help, finding new opportunities, casual chatting and more. We have 80+ other channels! If there's any channels we're missing all members are free to create any they want. If they're inactive for a few months, then they'll be deleted. Connect with other members of the community by joining the workspace.
By joining the Slack you agree to abide by our Code of Conduct. Looking forward to chatting!
Get Involved
As a Developer
There so many ways to get involved in the Edmonton developer community!
Get started by joining our Slack and make sure to say hello in our #introductions channel where one of our friendly community members will help you find your way.
If you are interested in becoming more involved (like borrowing our equipment or voting on community decisions) then find more information about becoming a member here. You do not need to be a member to come to events or participate in the slack!
As an Event Organizer
Whether it's sharing best practices, streaming and recording resources, fundraising, or just lending a friendly ear we want to share the lessons we've learned and let you focus on running successful and engaging events!
As A Business
Supporting and growing the Edmonton tech community takes many shapes, from simple financial donations to direct engagement by providing speakers, venues, resources and donations of employee time. We want to help your business grow and find a community of technologists passionate about the tools you need to succeed!
Local Meetups
HackEd
One of Alberta's Largest Student Run Hackathons. HackED is the premiere annual 24-hour hackathon from the Computer Engineering Club of the University of Alberta.
Edmonton .NET User Group
The Edmonton .NET User Group is a non-profit organization which empowers the IT Professionals and Developers using the Microsoft .NET Framework.
Google Developer Groups
Google Developer Groups has an Edmonton chapter! Their vision is to foster an engaging and inclusive developer's community. A place where you can meet your fellow developers, career mentors, and boost your technical skills. Whether you are an advanced developer, or you just start to pivot your way in the tech industry, we welcome you to the community. They mostly focus on Google Technologies, such as Google Cloud Computing, Firebase, Flutter, Android, Machine Learning, and Earth Engine.
Edmonton Linux Users Group
The Edmonton Linux User Group (ELUG) is a group of enthusiasts interested in sharing knowledge of Linux and GNU/Linux-based operating systems, experiences (and beer?), and enjoy the freedom and adventure of using free and open source software. Everybody is welcome. They virtually meet every 4th Thursday of the month.
Edmonton WordPress Meetup
The Edmonton WordPress Meetup is open to anyone and everyone locally who is interested in WordPress, the leading web publishing and open-source software platform.
Resources
ISAIC
ISAIC provides local high-performance computing infrastructure that is affordable, tailorable and scalable. Their data sandboxes allow you to experiment and collaborate easily and securely. Through their partnerships and supports, ISAIC connects you to applied knowledge and resources to help move your AI journey forward. ISAIC is enabling experimentation, scale, and powering the A.I.mbition of Western Canadian businesses pursuing AI/ML adoption.
Technology Alberta
Technology Alberta exists to nurture a dedicated community of people and organizations whose coordinated and collaborative efforts help to make Alberta's entrepreneurial advanced technology companies the global vendors of choice. We achieve our goal through entrepreneur led and community driven events, programs, and initiatives.
Startup Edmonton
FYI, Startup Edmonton has become Edmonton Unlimited and has a new space!. Check out Edmonton Unlimited under resources for more information.
Training at Amii
Amii (Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute) works to connect with the community to Alberta's growing AI ecosystem, offer training and advanced education and gives your company tools to harness the potential of artificial intelligence.
460 Free Textbooks for Math and Science
This resources provides links to different textbook resources for math and science, ranging from Computer Science to Law. The website separates them into 2 categories, highschool and university level. There you will find 90 different free textbooks geared towards highschool classes and 370 different textbooks geared towards college classes.