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Posted on Oct 11, 2023

Welcome Thread - v246

#welcome

Welcome to DEV! A thread of hellos and intros.

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Top comments (140)

Ashok Kumar Dharanikota • Oct 11 '23

Hello Dev.to Community, 👋

My name is Ashok Kumar Dharanikota, I'm a recent engineering graduate. who is interested in Software Development. I like to share my learning through blogs. I'm currently learning and exploring DevOps on AWS Cloud and SpringBoot. I would like to make these complex and popular technologies easy to learn and understandable to everyone through my posts. I truly appreciate guidance and support from my peer developers like you.😊

Thank You 🤝

Erin A Olinick • Oct 11 '23

It's great to have you here, @ashokdharanikota! Are there any favorite resources, books, or online courses you've found helpful in your journey into DevOps and SpringBoot that you'd recommend to fellow learners?

Ashok Kumar Dharanikota • Oct 17 '23 • Edited

Hi @erinao, Thank you for asking here are the sources I am currently following. (Sorry for the late response.)

for DevOps:

I am following one YouTube channel
Abhishek.Veeramalla - Link (This DevOps playList)

For AWS Cloud

Tech with Lucy - link
CloudCareerMentor - link

For SpringBoot

I found a repo full of spring boot projects. Covered with lot of concepts.

Repo - Link

Erin A Olinick • Oct 17 '23

👀👆This is a fantastic list, @ashokdharanikota! Thank you for sharing it with our community.

Avesh • Oct 15 '23

I am also focusing on this specific tech your posts may acts as an inspiration for my blog.

Ashok Kumar Dharanikota • Oct 17 '23

That's great to hear.

Alphonce Jordan • Oct 11 '23

Hello, sorry I want to know the way to create app for small business

Ashok Kumar Dharanikota • Oct 17 '23

Hi @alphonce_jordan_15af0b3a6

That's great to hear. If you want your application to target multiple platforms. I think it is good to go with React Native. To have complete control over your app and faster development. Flutter is also a great choice. As @silver2810 suggests it is also a good idea to utilise no-code platforms. If you do not have experience with coding.

Silvia-Veronica • Oct 15 '23

Have you explored softr.io? It's an excellent no-code solution. Alternatively, Salesforce development offers another efficient avenue to create applications swiftly, bypassing the complexities of coding and integration hassles. Both of these options are incredibly user-friendly and convenient.

Alphonce Jordan • Oct 17 '23

Thanks dear, i want to build app for daily sales record report

Lost In My Thoughts • Oct 16 '23

me too

Kevin Mutua • Oct 11 '23

Hey there DEV Community!

I'm thrilled to be joining this fantastic community of developers, creators, and tech enthusiasts. My name is Kevin, and I come bearing a passion for all things web development, design, and digital marketing.

A little bit about me: I've spent the last few years honing my skills in WordPress development, mastering HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and delving into the wonderful world of UI/UX design. I've had the pleasure of creating websites that not only look good but also perform exceptionally. On top of that, I'm a firm believer in the power of digital marketing to drive results. SEO, SEM, email marketing, and social media campaigns are my daily companions.

In this community, I'm excited to share my experiences, insights, and maybe even a few tutorials along the way. But most importantly, I'm here to learn from all of you. The tech world is ever-evolving, and the best way to stay ahead is through collaboration and shared knowledge.

So, here's to discussions on the latest web development trends, creative design ideas, and digital marketing strategies. Feel free to reach out if you have questions, want to chat about a project, or just share your own experiences.

PS check out my website: burstdigital.co.ke

Let's embark on this journey together. I'm looking forward to connecting with all of you!

Cheers,
Kevin

Rachel Fazio • Oct 12 '23

Hey hey welcome! Glad to have ya here! Any advice for email marketing for a newbie?

Kevin Mutua • Oct 14 '23

Hey Rachel,

Thanks for the warm welcome! I'm excited to be part of this community.

Email marketing is a fantastic tool for connecting with your audience, and it's great that you're looking to get started. Here are a few key tips to consider:

Audience Segmentation: One of the first things to think about is segmenting your email list. This means dividing your subscribers into groups based on their interests or behaviors. It allows you to send more targeted and relevant content, which often leads to better engagement.
Compelling Content: Your email content should be valuable and engaging. Offer useful tips, industry insights, or exclusive offers to your subscribers. Make sure your subject lines are attention-grabbing but not clickbait.
Mobile Optimization: A significant portion of emails are opened on mobile devices. So, ensure that your emails are mobile-friendly in terms of design and layout.
Testing and Analytics: Don't be afraid to experiment. Try different email designs, subject lines, and sending times. Use email analytics to see what's working and what isn't. Then, refine your strategy based on those insights.
Consistency: Set a consistent sending schedule. Whether it's weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, your subscribers should know when to expect your emails.
Personalization: If possible, use your subscriber's name and personalize the content based on their preferences or past interactions with your emails.
A/B Testing: Try A/B testing to compare two versions of your email to see which one performs better. It's a great way to optimize your campaigns.
Quality Over Quantity: It's not about sending as many emails as possible. It's about sending the right emails to the right people at the right time.
Compliance: Be aware of email marketing laws, like GDPR or CAN-SPAM, and make sure you're compliant. Always provide an option for subscribers to opt out.
Engage and Learn: Engage with your subscribers. Ask for feedback, run surveys, and learn from your audience. Their insights can be invaluable.

Remember, email marketing is a journey of learning and optimizing. Don't be discouraged if you don't see immediate results. Over time, with dedication and a focus on providing value to your subscribers, you'll see the benefits.

Feel free to ask if you have any specific questions or need more guidance. I'm here to help!

Best,
Kevin

Udayan Sharma • Oct 14 '23

Nice to meet you :)

Kevin Mutua • Oct 14 '23

Nice to meet you too, Udayan! 😊 We've just published a new post about WordPress security that you might find interesting. Check it out here. Feel free to share your thoughts on the topic!

Amy Varsho • Oct 12 '23

Great Job! I enjoyed viewing your portfolio.

Kevin Mutua • Oct 14 '23

Thank you, Amy! I appreciate your kind words and am delighted you enjoyed my portfolio

PHILIP • Oct 13 '23

Wow, so interesting! It's good to have you, and I'd love to connect with you @kevinmutua : )

Kevin Mutua • Oct 14 '23

Thank you, Philip! I'm equally excited to be here. Let's connect and share our experiences. I'll send you a connection request right away!

Dusan Petkovic • Oct 11 '23

Hello dev.to community, :wave :)

My name is Dusan, and I am from Serbia. I've always liked learning new things about technology but I never found a platform that would interest me enough to participate regularly, so I signed up to dev.to with the intent to get more involved with this great dev community.

I hope to become a regular contributor and nice to meet you all!!

Paweł Ciosek • Oct 11 '23

Hello! Nice to have you here! 🙏

Dusan Petkovic • Oct 12 '23

Thanks,

Btw. I am starting up my blog up again, really proud of that fact that I am using static page generation (jekyll and github pages) to maintain all the blog data (no more databases yey!)

dsaga.dev

Michael Tharrington • Oct 13 '23

Awesome stuff, Dusan! Your blog looks great. 🙌

Just to note that if you wanna easily re-share content from it on DEV, we have a feature called Publishing to DEV Community from RSS that can be set up via your settings here. Basically, it allows you to regularly import content from your blog onto DEV, where you can make any adjustments and then post away.

If you're trying to build a following here, I would recommend siphoning out your posts day by day, versus sharing all of your blog content at once. Reason being is that the home feed kinda favors newness, so if you drop all your posts at once, you're less likely to be seen by as many folks. In any case, definitely do whatever you'd prefer!

I hope this guidance is helpful and that you dig being part of the DEV community. Looking forward to seeing your posts!

Dusan Petkovic • Oct 13 '23

Oh interesting I'll keep that in mind, I was thinking to just post separate things, maybe not even post much on dev.to for now, I would just try to contribute to other peoples content by providing feedback..

Thanks!!

Michael Tharrington • Oct 13 '23

Oh rock on! Contributing feedback is just as awesome. Def no pressure to share your posts here, but those tools are here if ya decide to.

Rachel Fazio • Oct 12 '23

Welcome welcome! Hope you have fun on our wee platform.

Dusan Petkovic • Oct 13 '23

thanks!

rosa-rzi • Oct 12 '23 • Edited

HI!
I'm a recent graduate from UBC studying Computer Science and Genetics. I particularly enjoy full-stack development with a bit of data analysis/ ML on the side :)

I developed a blog for my friend using Next.js and Strapi and got inspired to start blogging so here I am! I've decided to document my progress with projects and connect with the rest of the dev community.

Besides tech stuff, I love to hike (typical Canadian?), tutor kids in math/programming, play basketball and paint :) My favourite game is letting people guess my ethnicity.

Anyway, here is a picture at the top of a mountain that I climbed for fun (type two fun).

Erin A Olinick • Oct 12 '23

Great to have you here, @rosa-rzi! And thanks for beautifying the comments with this gorgeous pic! Where is this?

rosa-rzi • Oct 12 '23

Thanks for the welcome :) This is Black Tusk Mountain near Whistler in BC Canada!

PHILIP • Oct 13 '23

Great scenery captured in this photo.
Lovely! 👌🙌

Dusan Petkovic • Oct 12 '23

Wow where is that picture from? is it a lace in Canada?

Good to have you here!

rosa-rzi • Oct 12 '23

This is a mountain called Black Tusk in BC Canada, there are a lot of beautiful hikes here!

Dusan Petkovic • Oct 13 '23

Sounds interesting! thanks!

Zeeshan Wazir • Oct 12 '23

Hello Dev.to Community,

I'm Zeeshan Wazir, a Computer Professional with Mphil Degree in Computer Science. My main field is software development and exploring new technologies to bring what is known as innovation in this digital world.

My aim is to contribute to the community with whatever little knowledge I have in this technical field to make developers feel ease while following the tutorials for a specific task. Lots to learn and share. Cheers!

Thank you!

Regards,
Best

Michael Tharrington • Oct 13 '23

Hey Zeeshan,

Great to have ya here! Just curious, what's your favorite area of focus in Computer Science?

Zeeshan Wazir • Oct 19 '23

Thanks! These days AI.

Oluwatobi Ogungbile • Oct 11 '23

I am new here and want to learn

Erin A Olinick • Oct 11 '23

Welcome, @tobbmax! You're in the right place. Do you have any favorite coding languages or technologies you'd like to share?

Bala Madhusoodhanan • Oct 11 '23

Glad to have you join us in our quest to create amazing software solutions that can make a difference in the galaxy. Whether you are a Jedi master or a Padawan learner, you will find something here that suits your interests and skills
May the force be with you

Michael Tharrington • Oct 13 '23

Gotta love a good ole Mace Windu GIF, haha! Welcome Bala!

Dan • Oct 12 '23 • Edited

Hello everyone in the Dev.to Community! (and beyond). My name is Dan and I'm new here. I've just hit my 18th year service working in and around data. I'm a Google Data Engineer by trade and lead a team of incredibly talented and passionate data engineers. I'm based in the UK.

What I'm hoping to do here is meet a ton of like minded people and expand my knowledge base across a heap of new languages. I'm signed up separately (on Codecadamy - if I'm not allowed to post that bit.. sorry) to train towards becoming a Full Stack Dev.. mainly because I've lost a bunch of skill in that space over the years and also because I want to go back to my roots and get those skills back to compliment my day job. I don't get that much of a chance to code during the day due to work commitments and what comes along with being in the role I'm in.. but I'm here to learn, share and grow my network. So here's me saying hello!

Michael Tharrington • Oct 13 '23

Hey Dan,

Welcome to DEV! Wow, 18 years as a Google Data Engineer is super impressive.

Sounds like you're here for all the right reasons and I hope you're able to find folks that ya gel with in our community... lotsa great folks writing and participating here, so I know they're out there!

And haha, you can certainly talk about Codecadamy... we have no rules or policies to silence talk of other developer communities here. As long as we all agree that DEV is the best, then we're good. 😆

In any case, glad you're here and hope you enjoy being part of the community!

micky makz • Oct 12 '23

Hello Dev.to Community, 👋

My name is William Miller, and I'm a recent graduate who is interested in Game Development. I like to share my learning through blogs, and I would like to make these complex and popular technologies easy to learn and understandable to everyone through my posts. I truly appreciate guidance and support from my peer developers like you.😊

Thank You 🤝

Rachel Fazio • Oct 12 '23

Woohoo welcome! Strong use of emojis

Chuck Phelps • Oct 11 '23

Hello Dev.To,

Good Day.

My name is Chuck and I am currently an Application Support Analyst working to become a full time software engineer. In addition to that, I enjoy coding for Amazon Alexa. I had heard about this community on the freecodecamp podcast. I love that with software engineering we can create something that did not exist before. It is an exercise for the creative side and engineering side of my brain!

I always want to ensure to give back. So here is something that I learned yesterday. I was yesterday years old, when I discovered you can launch certain tabs on Google Chrome each time you launch it. You can do this by going to Settings->On Start Up.