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Community Pulse

Mary Thengvall
Developer Relations
Community Conferences
Devrel Foundation
Community Building
Covid-19 Impact
Volunteer Management
Funding
Community Events
Community Governance
Technology Trends
Devrel Hiring
The Linux Foundation
Community Engagement
Community Maturity
Applicant Tracking Systems
Job Roles In Tech
Influencer Marketing
Covid-19
Data Utilization
Job Descriptions

Community Pulse is the spot for Developer Relations and Community professionals who are looking for information on building technical communities. Community Builders and DevRel veterans Jason Hand, Mary Thengvall, PJ Hagerty, and Wesley Faulkner interview experts in the field of Developer Relations and Community Leadership on a broad range of topics related to building community.

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In this year-end episode, we’re reflecting on our 2025 DevRel conversations and the themes that defined the year. We revisit key insights from our guests, look at how the DevRel landscape continued to evolve, and call out the lessons that showed up a... more

Our lived experiences often inform our work. This is true in the world of DevRel as well. Whether you have organized a church group, been in a band, or put together a big party - some of those experiences will leak over into how you see community and... more

We’re reflecting on how the show has evolved, from adding Pulse and tightening our structure to getting comfortable recording without guests. We also look back at the biggest shifts in DevRel over the past decade (no, you can’t say AI), share thought... more

It’s been 10 years since the start of Community Pulse and, appropriately enough, we’ve reached the milestone of 100 episodes. To celebrate, we invited Jono Bacon -- our very first guest on the show -- and SJ Morris -- a former host of the show -- to ... more

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Recent Guests

Chris DeMars
Developer Advocate and competitive bass angler from the Metro Detroit area.
Episode: The Importance of Humility and Sincerity in DevRel (Ep 95)
Mattie Stratton
Guest discussing community events
Episode: After Pulse: Community Conferences
Mo Mac
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Mo McElaney
Leading strategy for open-source AI developer programs at IBM
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Episode: Community Conferences - What to know? (Ep 90)

Hosts

Mary Thengvall
Host of Community Pulse Podcast
Jason Hand
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PJ Hagerty
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Wesley Faulkner
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Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • All the guests are amazing on this show. They bring insights and knowledge. I learned something new about developer relations (#DevRel) every single time.

    Podchaser
    5
    Wesley Faulkner
    3 years ago
  • Mary always provides great content

    As a new person in DevRel these quick episodes help fill in some knowledge gaps.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heytherepeter
    United States5 years ago
  • The go-to place for DevRel Content

    In a world where finding quality content on how to do this new job called devrel, it can be hard to find support, learn, and do a better job. Community pulse as a group is the de-facto go-to place to learn about devrel. Pretty much the basis of everything I do now they have taught me in one place or the other.

    I joined a company as a developer advocate because the owners “were told by their investors it was important” and that was all they knew. So they said “go be good at this job now”. I was... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PatrickAlphaC
    United States5 years ago
  • Amazing!

    Mary, Jason, and PJ are three of the best podcast hosts I've heard. I absolutely love listening to their expertise in each episode, and I would definitely recommend this podcast to anyone looking to learn as much as they can.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Autumn Shultz
    United States7 years ago

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The podcast is often described as a go-to source for advice and support in understanding the complexities of DevRel, with many highlighting the informative and engaging discussions echoing real-world challenges.
Feedback indicates that the format and content are well-received, particularly by newcomers to the field who find it helpful for navigating their careers.
Listeners appreciate the expertise shared by the hosts, viewing the content as a valuable resource for learning about Developer Relations and community engagement.

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The DevRel Foundation (Ep 93)
Q: Is there a plan to include various implementation scenarios in the foundation?
We aim to include diverse perspectives to ensure varied implementation scenarios are addressed, making it comprehensive.
Community Conferences - What to know? (Ep 90)
Q: What keeps you returning back to these community conferences?
It's about the people and how those events can change lives by providing opportunities for people within the community.
Community Conferences - What to know? (Ep 90)
Q: What is your specific answer that led you to organize conferences?
It's one of the ways that you can make sure you're involved in something is to run it. I look back over my time running community around swing dancing as part of the reason for that as well.
The Importance of Humility and Sincerity in DevRel (Ep 95)
Q: How do you avoid the influencer label while still being an influencer?
I prefer being called an educator or mentor, focusing on helping others rather than influencing them.
The Importance of Humility and Sincerity in DevRel (Ep 95)
Q: How do you deal with the deluge of all the compliments while managing to stay humble?
Celebrate the compliments but recognize the contributions of your peers.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Community Pulse

What is Community Pulse about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Providing insights into Developer Relations and Community building, this program focuses on the experiences and expertise of professionals dedicated to nurturing technical communities. Episodes cover a variety of topics, including the evolving nature of influencer marketing within the technology sector, the importance of authenticity and humility in community engagement, and the unique challenges faced in hiring for Developer Relations roles. Noteworthy discussions also take place around the establishment of collaborative environments such as the DevRel Foundation, offering listeners actionable takeaways to navigate industry changes and build impactful communities effectively.

Featuring interviews with industry experts, the content is rich... more

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