DevFest Berlin 2026
Nov 14, 2026 • SRH Berlin

DevFest Berlin 2026

Berlin's flagship community-driven developer festival organized by local Google Developer Groups. At SRH Berlin on Saturday, November 14, 2026.

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Final week: Late Bird tickets are on sale now for Saturday, November 14. Secure your spot before capacity fills up.

250+
Attendees
39
Technical Speakers
5
Curated Tracks
7
Local Communities

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Join us on 14 November 2026 at SRH Berlin for a full day of technical talks, hands-on workshops, exhibitors, and community networking!

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• Speakers • Workshops • Exhibitors

What is DevFest?

DevFests are community-led developer events hosted by Google Developer Groups worldwide. DevFest Berlin brings together engineers, designers, and tech leaders for talks, workshops, and networking across Android, Web, Cloud, AI, and more.

Tracks & Topics

Explore talks, panels, and deep technical dives across five curated themes for DevFest Berlin 2026.

AI & Machine Learning

Applications, ethics, dev tools, model management, and practical agentic workflows with modern AI.

  • Gemini & AI
  • Vertex AI
  • TensorFlow
  • PyTorch

Cloud & Backend

Google Cloud, Kubernetes internals, infrastructure as code, and backend systems that run at scale.

  • Google Cloud
  • Kubernetes
  • GO Go & Backend
  • DevOps & Infra

Mobile & UI

Flutter, Android, Kotlin Multiplatform, on-device AI, and the craft of building fast, well-structured apps.

  • Flutter & Dart
  • Android
  • Kotlin
  • UI & UX

Career & Soft Skills

Growing as an engineer in the age of AI, seniority, team culture, and the skills that make a developer ecosystem work.

  • Team Culture
  • Leadership
  • Career Growth

Security, Accessibility & Performance

Zero trust, ethical hacking, accessibility for disabled users, and keeping apps fast and inclusive.

  • Cybersecurity
  • Accessibility
  • Performance
  • Zero Trust

Vibe Lounge & Hackathon

Build an app with AI in a guided sprint, or team up for the campus hackathon at SRH Berlin.

3 sprints • 11:00 to 15:00

Vibe Lounge

Build an app with Google AI Studio and Gemini in one guided sprint.
Free for every attendee, with mentors in the room.
Claim the DevFest 2026 Vibe Lounge badge in the room at the end.

11:00 - 11:45
Sprint 1: Morning build Pick any of the four challenges and build it with Google AI Studio and Gemini.
13:00 - 14:00
Sprint 2: After-lunch build Same four challenges, fresh start. Mentors in the room help you get unstuck.
14:00 - 15:00
Sprint 3: Build and show Build any challenge, then show your app in the last demo round of the day.
Campus Track • 12:55 to 17:00

DevFest Berlin Hackathon

Collaborate with engineers, designers, and students from GDG on Campus SRH Berlin to build practical software prototypes and show them at the end of the day.

  • Platform Credits & Tooling: On-site access to Google Cloud credits, Gemini API keys, and rapid prototyping tools.
  • Mentors from 7 Communities: Hands-on architecture and code guidance from Google Developer Experts and local chapter leads.
  • Beginner & Student Friendly: Form a team on site (registration from 12:05) or register with friends. Dedicated student ticket allocations available.
  • Project Showcase & Closing: Hacking runs until 17:00, and the Closing Ceremony starts at 16:45 on the Main Stage.

Date & Location

Join us at the modern SRH Berlin campus in Neukölln for DevFest Berlin 2026.

Neukölln, Berlin
Nov 14, 2026

SRH Berlin Campus

Modern academic tech campus equipped with spacious keynote auditoriums, collaborative rooms, and open courtyards.

Keynote Auditoriums
100% Barrier-Free
Gigabit Campus WiFi
Secure Bike Racks
Host Campus

SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences

Sonnenallee 221, 12059 Berlin (Neukölln)

Getting to SRH Berlin

S-Bahn
S41, S42 (Ringbahn), S45, S46, S47
Exit at S Sonnenallee or S Köllnische Heide (5 to 8 min walk)
Bus M41
MetroBus M41 (Direct Connection)
From Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Potsdamer Platz & Hermannplatz directly to Sonnenallee
Car & Bike
Fast Access via A100 Highway
Sonnenallee exit with ample on-campus bicycle racks and nearby parking

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about DevFest Berlin 2026.

Where is the venue and how do I get there?

DevFest Berlin 2026 takes place at SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences, located at Sonnenallee 221, 12059 Berlin (Neukölln).

Public Transit:
• S-Bahn: S41, S42 (Ringbahn), S45, S46, S47 (Station S Sonnenallee or S Köllnische Heide, 5 to 8 min walk).
• Bus: M41 (direct connection from Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Potsdamer Platz, and Hermannplatz).

When does the Call for Speakers (CFP) close?

The Call for Speakers closed on November 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM CET. Thank you to everyone who submitted a talk. See the day at a glance on the agenda page and the full Sessionize schedule.

Who can submit a talk proposal?

We warmly encourage speakers of all backgrounds, genders, and experience levels, including first-time speakers. Whether you are presenting a beginner-friendly introduction or a deep technical dive, our community welcomes your perspective.

What is the Vibe Lounge and do I need prior coding experience?

The Vibe Lounge is a relaxed room where you build an app with Google AI Studio and Gemini, in guided sprints between 11:00 and 15:00. No coding experience needed. Mentors in the room help you from your first prompt to an app you can share, and everyone can claim the DevFest 2026 Vibe Lounge badge in the room. See the challenges and what to bring.

Are there student tickets and who can join the Hackathon?

Yes. In partnership with GDG on Campus SRH Berlin, we offer dedicated student ticket allocations (bring a valid student ID or university email). The campus Hackathon (registration from 12:05, hacking 12:55 to 17:00) is open to all conference attendees: you can form a team on site or register with friends.

Is the SRH Berlin campus wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The SRH Berlin campus at Sonnenallee 221 is 100% barrier-free with step-free entrances, elevators to all talk and workshop rooms, and accessible restrooms. If you have specific accessibility or dietary requirements, email us at devfest-berlin-2026@googlegroups.com.

Are tickets still on sale?

Yes! Tickets for DevFest Berlin 2026 are on sale now via our official GDG Berlin event page:

Early Bird has ended, and Late Bird tickets are on sale until Saturday, November 14. Secure your spot before tickets sell out.

What is the Code of Conduct?

DevFest Berlin is dedicated to providing a harassment-free and inclusive conference experience for everyone. All attendees, speakers, sponsors, and organizers are required to adhere to the Berlin Code of Conduct and Google Event Community Guidelines throughout the event.

Community Organizers

DevFest Berlin is collaboratively organized by local tech communities.

GDG Berlin

The flagship Google Developer Group in Berlin covering modern web, AI, cloud, and open developer technologies.

Berlindroid

Berlin's vibrant Android developer community hosting regular monthly technical talks, networking, and discussions.

GDG Cloud Berlin

Dedicated to Google Cloud Platform, distributed systems, Kubernetes, DevOps, and cloud-native architectures.

GDG Golang Berlin

The Berlin community for the Go programming language, backend systems engineering, and high-concurrency tooling.

WTM Berlin

Women Techmakers Berlin provides visibility, community support, mentorship, and resources for women in tech.

GDG on Campus SRH Berlin

Student-led developer community at SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences learning and building real-world projects.

Flutter Berlin

Berlin's meetup for multi-platform development using Flutter and Dart across mobile, web, and desktop.

Partner with DevFest Berlin

DevFest Berlin is run by volunteers from Berlin's developer communities. Partners make it possible, and meet more than 200 developers, designers and tech leads in one day.

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Host Campus • Neukölln

SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences

Sonnenallee 221, 12059 Berlin