Hello and welcome to RGVDevs.net, the local .NET user group for the Rio Grande Valley! Whether you're a seasoned .NET developer, just starting out, or simply curious about the .NET ecosystem, you've found the right place. We're a community of tech enthusiasts, developers, and learners who come together to share knowledge, network, and grow.
Our mission is simple: to create a hands-on community dedicated to exploring, learning, and building amazing things with the .NET platform, right here in the RGV.
Our Vision: More Than Just a Meetup
We started RGVDevs because we believe in the power of learning by doing. This group is for anyone who wants to move beyond theory and get their hands dirty building real-world applications. We want to showcase that today's .NET is a powerful, modern, and exciting platform for tackling any project, from cutting-edge AI solutions with ML.NET to beautiful, full-stack web apps with Blazor.
This isn't just for senior .NET architects. We are building a welcoming space for:
- Experienced .NET Developers looking to share their knowledge and stay on top of the latest trends.
- Developers from other ecosystems (like Python, Java, or JavaScript) who are curious about what C# and .NET have to offer.
- Students from our local colleges and universities who want to gain practical skills that go beyond the classroom.
- Anyone in tech who has a passion for creating, problem-solving, and seeing ideas come to life.
What to Expect: Growing Together
Our goal is to hold regular events that feature engaging presentations, live coding sessions, and open discussions on the most relevant topics in the .NET world. We'll explore technologies like Blazor, .NET MAUI for cross-platform apps, Azure cloud services, and much more.
To kick things off and build momentum, we are incredibly proud to partner with our friends at RGV Cyber. For our initial phase, we'll be running our events and discussions through their established meetups. This allows us to share a fantastic space, a vibrant audience, and grow our communities together.
We owe a massive thank you to the entire RGV Cyber team for their generosity and collaborative spirit. They are a registered non-profit doing amazing work to strengthen the local tech and cybersecurity landscape. We strongly encourage you to check them out, join their community, and consider supporting their mission with a donation.
As interest in .NET-specific topics grows, we will launch dedicated, stand-alone RGVDevs meetings. Until then, we believe in the power of community partnership and are thrilled to help each other succeed.
How You Can Join Us Today
Ready to be a part of it? Here’s how you can get involved right now:
- Join the Conversation: The best way to stay up-to-date with news, share interesting articles, and connect with other developers is by joining our official RGVDevs Facebook Group. This will be our primary hub for all announcements.
- Subscribe to our mailing list for exclusive updates and announcements.
- Help Us Grow: A community is only as strong as its members. You can help us build a valuable resource for the RGV in two key ways:
- Share Your Knowledge: Are you working on something cool with .NET? We invite you to speak at a future event. We're looking for speakers of all experience levels—a short 15-minute "lightning talk" is a perfect way to start!
- Spread the Word: The most powerful thing you can do is share this post. Tell a colleague, invite a friend to the Facebook group, and let people know there’s a new space for developers in the RGV.
Let's Build the Future of RGV Tech, Together
This is just the beginning. We are incredibly excited about the potential of this group and the talent right here in our community. The journey starts now.
Let's learn, build, and grow together.