In this post, we\u2019ve fine-tooth-combed the interwebz to give you our take on the cream of the crop when it comes to online groups for developers. From niche sites focused on one particular programming language to massive meta communities, you\u2019re sure to find your tribe below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- General Developer Communities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Web Development Groups<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mobile Dev Online Groups<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Front-End Dev Communities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- WordPress Forums & Groups<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- PHP Communities Online<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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- Game Developer Communities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Python Developer Communities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Java Developer Communities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- JavaScript Developer Communities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ruby & Rails Groups<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Now, without further ado \u2014<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are some of the best communities for developers out there!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
General Developer Communities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
While there are plenty of niche developer forums and programming communities for specific tools and languages, there are also some general developer communities that everyone can benefit from joining \u2014 and here are some of our top picks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Arc Community<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Arc is built specifically for remote developers. As our slogan, \u201cRemote but not alone,\u201d implies, we aim to connect WFH and remote devs and software engineers across the globe with one another to help each other succeed from anywhere. Ask career questions, take polls, or just network with other great people in your space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Arc is the radically different remote job search platform for developers<\/strong> where companies apply to you. We’ll feature you to great global startups and tech companies hiring remotely so you can land a great remote job<\/a><\/strong> in 14 days.
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Arc makes it easier than ever for software developers and engineers to find great remote jobs. Sign up today and get started!<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nBut, when you join Arc, you\u2019re not just joining a great community of remote developers. We have over 30,000 remote jobs<\/a> from more than 19,000 companies<\/a>, including Arc Fast Apply opportunities. Combined with the career resources we have, as well \u2014 technical interview guides<\/a>, how to write a resume<\/a>, remote developer salary explorer<\/a>, and more \u2014 we hope to provide you with everything you need to stand out to recruiters and land yourself the ideal software development career!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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GitHub<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Practically a must for everyone working in software development, GitHub<\/a> houses over 40 million engineers and developers who learn, collaborate and share their code via the platform. Also, the GitHub Community Forum is practically a treasure trove of valuable tips and information for any developer. If there\u2019s one place where you can follow discussions, share ideas, and get answers to your questions, it\u2019s here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And, to top it all off, you can use their GitHub Pages<\/a> (repo-hosted websites) to be the free home of your web developer portfolio<\/a> or professional website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stack Overflow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Stack Overflow<\/a> is another valuable open community for all kinds of coders. It\u2019s one of the most helpful software engineer communities because you\u2019re likely to find answers to even the most challenging problems<\/a> in coding there. Plus, you get to share knowledge with tons of colleagues and even find your dream job. So far, Stack Overflow has become one of the 50 most popular websites on the entire Internet \u2014 and it has reached 100 million active users per month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Reddit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
There\u2019s a reason why Reddit<\/a> has successfully laid claim to being the \u201cfront page of the Internet\u201d \u2014 it\u2019s home to hundreds of thousands of unique communities that present the chance for authentic human connection and endless conversation. You can choose which specific \u201csubreddits\u201d to follow \u2014 each of which is its own microcosm of interaction and information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, naturally, there is an enormous number of subreddits for software engineers and developers. In places like \/r\/Coding<\/a> and \/r\/AskProgramming<\/a>, you can find answers to all kinds of questions, from specific technical problems to tips on job hunting and reaching a decent life-work balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dev.to<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
While all of the niches, programming languages, and frameworks we\u2019ve listed here have their own web communities \u2014 chances are you\u2019ll also find plenty of people talking about them on Dev.to<\/a> as well. This is one of the largest communities of software developers on the Internet, where over 700,000 devs who code in all sorts of environments discuss their work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Built in-house on their own, open-source forum software, skilled and newbie developers alike from around the world meet here to write blog posts, share feedback, and learn from one another. From time to time, you\u2019ll also see big names in the tech and startup arena sponsoring neat events. At the time of writing (October 2021), Dev.to is partnering with Digital Ocean, who is hosting \u201cHacktoberfest,\u201d a month-long celebration of developers contributing to open source projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Codementor Community<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Codementor Community<\/a> is a vibrant stomping ground for senior developers, junior developers, and everyone in between<\/a> (Codementor is an Arc product). There, you can exchange ideas, learn from developer mentors, and even customize your reading list of programming articles and coding tutorials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A nifty feature: you can use one login to access both Codementor and Arc!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read More<\/strong>: Important Intercultural Communication Tips for Remote Devs to Keep in Mind<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Game Developer Communities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
With the rise of indie game development in the past decade, more and more people have been getting into game development on their own rather than joining an established studio. However, remote collaboration<\/a> can be complex even with a small team \u2014 and both amateur and experienced developers would do well to join an online community where they can pose their questions to a broader professional audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
GameDev.net<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
GameDev.net<\/a> is one of the best places for people who need help with the technical aspect of game design and development. However, there is plenty of discussion on the social and personal aspects of working in the game industry as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s one of the oldest web resources for game developers, with the first iteration of the website being established in 1999. And it\u2019s more active than ever today, with tons of tutorials, forums, project showcases, and developer blogs that can help anyone working in game design and development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Unity Forum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
There are plenty of different game engines used by developers these days \u2014 however, Unity is undoubtedly one of the most popular ones out there. Considering that, it\u2019s no wonder that the Unity Forum<\/a> is one of the most active game developer communities on the internet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
These forums aren\u2019t just a great place to find Unity tutorials \u2014 you can find discussions on the latest gaming trends, support, and documentation for various tools, as well as answers to a wide range of game design questions. If you need help with anything from world-building and UI to scripting and other technical stuff, you can find it all here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Discord<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
There\u2019s practically no need to introduce the most popular instant messaging and VoIP platform in the world of gaming \u2014 but we\u2019d still be remiss not to mention Discord. Discord isn\u2019t a community but rather a platform that countless communities of every kind call home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
And while most of them are gamers and not game developers, there are still plenty of channels like Game Dev League<\/a> where devs discuss and showcase their work. Moderators are abundant, the servers run smoothly, and the UI is straightforward \u2014 practically everything you need in an online community platform. In today’s highly competitive gaming industry, partnering with top games development companies<\/a> is crucial for bringing your gaming concept to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nPython Developer Communities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
As one of today\u2019s most widely used programming languages<\/a>, Python has attracted a global community \u2014 with millions of software engineers and developers working and interacting both offline and online in thousands of physical and virtual locations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
That being said, there are a couple of prominent online communities that every Python dev should join.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Official Python Forum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The official Python forum<\/a> is one of the global Python community\u2019s main hubs, where members with diverse experiences, personalities, and skills come together to discuss their work and careers. It\u2019s one of the most positive and fastest-growing Python communities anywhere \u2014 largely thanks to the savvy moderation of its staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Real Python<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Real Python<\/a> is one of the most valuable resources for any budding Python developer \u2014 housing thousands of professional video lessons and tutorials on every aspect of the popular programming language. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
But while all of this content is great for boosting your skillset, there\u2019s also a vibrant Real Python Community Slack where developers discuss career and coding questions. So if you\u2019re looking for a virtual water cooler to hang out at, this is a great choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
PySlackers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Speaking of Slack communities dedicated to Python \u2014 the deftly named PySlackers<\/a> is one of the most inclusive and enthusiastic communities for all kinds of Python devs. From people who are just beginning to learn the language to those who have built their whole careers around it, you\u2019re sure to find them represented here. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Apart from lively discussions on all things Python, members also have access to an excellent library of learning resources for this particular language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read More<\/strong>: Think You’re Ready to Move Into a Senior Software Development Position?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Web Development Communities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re itching to meet like-minded web developers and discuss new technologies, share your ideas, and ask and answer technical questions \u2014 take a look at these couple of online communities!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Webdeveloper.com<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Webdeveloper.com<\/a> is a popular, no-frills, and easy-to-use web development forum that hosts a wide range of discussions on all kinds of topics \u2014 from HTML and CSS to Ruby and SQL. This website doesn\u2019t really require much introduction; it\u2019s simple and straightforward, which is why we like it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
And its forums cover all kinds of questions, including site management, server-side, and client-side development. The discussions are rigorous and lively, and the atmosphere is a bit less intimidating than at places like Stack Overflow, so it\u2019s excellent for relative beginners in web dev, as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\/r\/webdev<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The \/r\/webdev<\/a> subreddit is one of the most active Reddit communities on all things concerning web development \u2014 both back-end and front-end. Plus, its affiliated subreddit, \/r\/web_design<\/a>, is a great place to ask and answer more design-related questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
CodeProject<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
CodeProject<\/a> is an ever-growing community of talented and dedicated programmers and web developers \u2014 millions of members write incredibly helpful articles on all things programming, and there are plenty of web development topics covered as well. In addition, the community section of the website is quite active, where members post questions on specific technical issues and other skilled web developers answer them quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hashnode<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Hashnode<\/a> is another global programming community where experienced developers answer questions, give suggestions, share their stories, and provide feedback on ongoing projects. Users post micro-blogs about technical issues or real-life development dilemmas, and community members answer and share them \u2014 you can follow specific prolific authors or tags on specific programming languages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read More<\/strong>: 15+ Best Job Boards for Software Engineers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mobile Developer Communities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Mobile app development has never been bigger than it is today \u2014 with smartphones and tablets now being as ubiquitous as laptops and PCs, it\u2019s no wonder millions of developers around the world are banding together to create the ultimate mobile software. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re one of them, joining one of the many amazing iOS and Android dev communities is always a great idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
XDA Developers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
XDA<\/a> is one of the oldest mobile dev communities in the world. It was founded by Windows Mobile developers in 2003, but they would largely switch to discussions on Android development by the early 2010s. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This community would go on to become the largest online source of information on Android development in the world. And while this is still a community predominantly dedicated to Google\u2019s mobile OS, they also have a smaller forum of iOS developers who share useful information as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Apple Developer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
While many of the websites we\u2019ve mentioned above are home to vibrant iOS developer communities (such as Reddit, Dev.to, and XDA) \u2014 there\u2019s still no place like home. And that\u2019s why the official Apple Developer website<\/a> hosts one of the best moderated and most useful dev forums for iOS (and, of course, macOS, watchOS, SwiftUI, Xcode, iPadOS, and tvOS). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
People constantly share comments on various development topics with both their colleagues and Apple engineers \u2014 which is particularly handy when devs need help with a particular problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
iOS Developers Slack Community<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The iOS Developers Slack Community<\/a> is a group of more than 35,000 members who are passionate about iOS app development. The invite-only Slack group is committed to cultivating a welcoming and inspiring community for like-minded developers and entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
MacRumors Forums<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
MacRumors Forums<\/a> is where you can get news, stats, and updates relevant to iOS app development. The site features informative blogs for iOS and Mac, a buyer\u2019s guide, and an extensive selection of developer forums. Subforums here are separated by Apple technology, such as Macs, Apple wearables, Apple TV, software, iPhones, and iPads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
r\/iOSProgramming<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The iOS Programming Subreddit<\/a> boasts more than 114,000 Redditors, and, in this subreddit, you can find articles, code samples, open-source projects, and discussions related to iOS app development. The r\/iosProgramming subreddit also covers macOS, watchOS, tvOS development, Swift, and Objective-C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
iOS on Stack Overflow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Stack Overflow’s iOS Tag<\/a> is the first place many developers turn to when they need answers or have questions on iOS development. You can easily see who the most active users are and monitor answers with the most votes. For language-specific questions, you can visit the Stack Overflow tags for Objective-C<\/a> and Swift<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Java Developer Communities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Java is one of the most versatile programming languages in the world \u2014 used for all kinds of desktop, mobile, and web applications. Unsurprisingly, it\u2019s amassed a huge following among developers, who gather and discuss Java in many online communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Java Programming Forums<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
As self-explanatory as website names go, Java Programming Forums<\/a> is just that \u2014 a niche, but lively forum that is home to over 80,000 Java developers with varying degrees of experience. If you\u2019ve got a question related to Java code or you\u2019re looking for learning resources, this is the place for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Oracle Java Community<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Considering the people at Oracle created Java, it stands to reason their community would house some excellent Java devs. And that\u2019s precisely the case \u2014 the Java section on Oracle Communities<\/a> is one of the most active Java dev communities on the Internet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
JavaScript Developer Communities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There\u2019s no real need to point out the omnipresent nature of JavaScript \u2014 practically no website on the World Wide Web runs without it. And that\u2019s why we\u2019ll share some of the many online communities dedicated to JS development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Reactiflux<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Seeing as React is one of the most widely used JavaScript frameworks for front-end web development, having a whole community of React devs to rely on for questions is always good. And Reactiflux<\/a> fits that bill perfectly \u2014 it\u2019s not only a gathering place for almost 150,000 React.js developers, but the Facebook staff and individual devs who maintain the framework also tend to hang around there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Meteor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Meteor.com<\/a> provides introductory guides, tutorials, news, question forums, an informative blog, and meetups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ember Discuss<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ember Discuss<\/a> is a discussion forum dedicated to the Ember.js framework. There, you can ask general questions, discuss the Ember CLI, ask design questions, or even talk about data models. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vue.JS Forum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Vue.js forum<\/a> is great for all things Vue, of course, but it’s also quite noteworthy for having discussions in multiple languages, from Chinese to French to Japanese and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Front-End Development Communities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
r\/Frontend<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
r\/Frontend<\/a> is a subreddit for developers to share the latest tips, thoughts, and links on everything related to front-end development, including HTML5, JavaScript frameworks, CSS, SCSS, LESS, prototyping tools, mobile design optimization, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#FrontEndDevelopers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
#frontendDevelopers<\/a> is now a Discord community for creative developers to exchange information, ask and answer questions, share work, and find gigs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
WordPress Forums & Groups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Online WordPress communities provide hiring managers and startup founders with an outlet to network with skilled developers, as well as learn about recent WordPress developments. Here are some that we have found most useful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Making WordPress Slack Community<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Making WordPress Slack Community<\/a> is an original WordPress community that recently migrated from IRC to Slack. It is used for contributing code, design, and documentation to the WordPress community. Note, this Slack channel is not for WordPress help and support, but for WordPress development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Official WordPress Support Forum (.org)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
WordPress.org is the open-source side of things. On their official support pages<\/a>, you can find a variety of resources, including sharing and troubleshooting forums, networking forums, development forums, themes, plugins, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Official WordPress Support Forum (.com)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
WordPress.com Support<\/a> is where you can get help on the hosting supplier option for WordPress development. The support page offers everything from \u201cgetting started tutorials\u201d to \u201cbest practices\u201d forums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
WP Devs Stack Exchange<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The WordPress Development Stack Exchange<\/a> is part of a network of self-moderating question-and-answer sites for developers and administrators. Here on the WordPress forum subdomain, anyone can ask WordPress-related questions, and the best answers are voted to the top of the list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
WordPress on Stack Overflow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Stack Overflow WordPress Tag<\/a> is a highly active forum on everything related to WordPress content management systems. Here you can see the most active users and users whose answers have gained the most votes, which is helpful in identifying knowledgeable and experienced WordPress devs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ruby & Ruby on Rails Communities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ruby on Rails communities offer developers of all levels more than somewhere to hang out with like-minded enthusiasts. It\u2019s a place where they can enhance their coding skills and absorb the knowledge that marks them as Ruby on Rails masters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Look for Ruby on Rails champions at these (and similar) locations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rails on Reddit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Both the \/r\/rails<\/a> and \/r\/rubyonrails<\/a> communities are well-subscribed, with plenty of new content every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ruby on Reddit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If you just want a subreddit for Ruby, Reddit’s got<\/a> what you’re looking for. With over 75,000 members, this is the best place to find your tribe for Ruby enthusiasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ruby & RoR on Stack Overflow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Look no further than Stack Overflow for specialized pages dedicated to Ruby<\/a> and Ruby on Rails<\/a> developers looking for knowledge, information sharing, or even jobs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Online PHP Communities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Below is a list of online forums where PHP developers share knowledge, show off projects, and ask and answer questions. Some of these dev sites award points and have a function to filter top users \u2014 this allows you to identify the most skilled developers on the site who you may want to reach out to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
PHP on Stack Overflow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Stack Overflow’s PHP area<\/a> contains everything from background info, news, applications, documentation, chat rooms, moderated discussions, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
PHP DN<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
PHP DN<\/a>, short for the PHP Developers Network, is a community of PHP developers offering assistance, advice, discussion, and friendship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
PHP Builder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
PHP Builder<\/a>, true to its name, is a forum for developers to learn how to build better PHP applications. There are numerous threads for PHP help, discussion, tools, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
PHP-FIG<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
PHP-FIG<\/a> is a group for established PHP projects and their representatives to talk about commonalities and find ways to work together. However, anyone can join the group and observe or adopt the PHP standard recommendations voting members produce. Members can chat on Freenode, join the mailing list, contribute on GitHub, and join discussions on their Discord server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
PHP Subreddit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The r\/PHP<\/a> subreddit is a great place to get the latest PHP news, share opinions on updates, chat with the wider PHP community, and ask and answer questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The PHP Developer Network<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This<\/a> LinkedIn group is dedicated to improving the PHP Community. Check out this LinkedIn community for developers to stay on top of everything to do with PHP, MySQL, Drupal, Joomla!, Zend, Perl, LAMP, and open source projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Did We Miss One Of The Best Dev Communities?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Well, that\u2019s all for now on our list of the best developer communities online, and we hope we\u2019ve helped you find a place to help you learn, grow, and succeed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have any questions or other great online communities for software engineers, let us know in the comments below. And, if you haven\u2019t yet, join Arc as a developer<\/a><\/strong> now to search all remote developer jobs in one place, get access to great career advice, and network with remote devs around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n
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- Web Development Groups<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
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