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Ideation & Research

Explore industry trends and gather insights to identify developer pain points and opportunities.

Every strong developer advocacy program starts with a clear picture of the landscape. In this phase we focus on understanding your market, your developers, and the gaps we can help you fill.

Market and trend analysis

We track industry trends in developer tools, adoption patterns, and how similar products win developer trust. This includes reviewing analyst reports, community discussions, and competitor positioning so your DevRel strategy is grounded in what’s actually happening in the ecosystem.

Developer pain points and needs

Through surveys, support data, and community listening we identify the biggest friction points and unmet needs among your target developers. We distinguish between beginners who need clarity and experts who want depth, so messaging and programs can speak to the right stage.

Opportunity mapping

We turn research into a short list of high-impact opportunities: where content, events, or community efforts will have the most leverage. This becomes the basis for the strategic plan and ensures we invest in areas that align with both developer success and your business goals.

What you get

You get a concise research summary and an opportunity map that clearly shows where to focus your first DevRel efforts and why.