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Marcos Placona

Maker of DevRel Bridge

I'm an experienced Developer Relations leader turned solopreneur. With a passion for simplifying complex technologies, I've led DevRel teams at Circle and Twilio, shaping developer experiences for millions.

Most recent articles by Marcos Placona

Two developers discussing the differences between DevRel and Developer Advocacy roles

Strategy

DevRel vs Developer Advocacy: Complete Guide

Confused about DevRel vs Developer Advocacy? Get the real breakdown on roles, skills, salaries, and KPIs from someone who's been in the trenches.

Marcos Placona

May 27

11 min

Developers focused on working on their laptops and a bunch of postits on the background

Strategy

DevRel Lessons: Building Startup Programs

Discover key lessons learned from helping startups build successful DevRel programs. Get insights on growing developer communities and driving engagement.

Marcos Placona

Sep 6

7 min

A developer looking at some code that comes from space

Strategy

Founding DevRel Programs: A Guide to Success

Learn why a well-planned DevRel strategy is crucial for tech companies. Best practices, common pitfalls & setting your program up for success.

Marcos Placona

Sep 5

9 min

Developers in front of code planning how to do DevRel

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Why DevRel is Crucial for Startup Success

Learn why a strong DevRel strategy is crucial for startup success. Get insights from Marcos and book a free consultation to grow your developer community.

Marcos Placona

Sep 4

6 min

Four developers sitting down and coding while preparing for interviews

Strategy

The Ultimate Guide to Landing a DevRel Job

Complete guide to breaking into Developer Relations. Learn essential skills, salary expectations, interview prep, and actionable steps to land your DevRel role.

Marcos Placona

Aug 29

9 min