nor(DEV): Norfolk Developers

A huge thank you to our hosts this year: King’s Centre, Last Pub Standing, Lamb Inn, and Dragon Hall. From insightful talks in well-set rooms to winding down over drinks and conversation, these spaces made NorDevCon 2025 what it was. Whether it was grabbing a coffee between sessions or catching up at the pub after, the atmosphere across all venues kept the conversations going. What was your favourite spot this year? #nordevcon #norfolk #norwich #conference #community #developers #tech #finecity #softwaredevelopment

It’s not just about the talks—NorDevCon 2025 had its fair share of fun too! Stickers, swag, and some very serious decision-making at the merch table. Who else left with more stickers than they know what to do with?

A conference is only as good as its speakers, and NorDevCon 2025 had some great ones. From live coding to deep-dive discussions, they brought their experience, insight, and, in some cases, impressive laptop sticker collections 👀 A huge thank you to everyone who took to the stage and shared their knowledge #nordevcon #norfolk #norwich #conference #community #developers #tech #finecity #softwaredevelopment

Conferences aren’t just about the talks – the best moments often happen in between. Catching up with old friends, making new connections, and sharing a laugh over a coffee (or cake!). NorDevCon 2025 brought together a fantastic group of people, and the conversations kept going long after the sessions ended. Who did you meet this year that left a lasting impression?

I recently had the opportunity to attend the #NorDevCon2025 for the first time. It was an incredible event with amazing people, insightful talks, and a welcoming community from diverse backgrounds. Some of the talks I particularly enjoyed: 1. 2025: The Year of Strategic Distinction – What’s Your Tech Leadership Distinction? 2. The Past, Present, and Future of Software Architecture 3. Impostor Syndrome – A Day in the Life of a Developer I’m grateful to have been part of the volunteer team and already looking forward to attending in 2026! ✨ #nordevcon25 #developers #softwarefevelopment #nordev26

Talks that made us think, discussions that sparked new ideas, and an audience fully engaged. Whether it was a deep dive into testing strategies or a fresh perspective on software craftsmanship, the room was always buzzing with curiosity. Who was your favourite speaker this year? Let us know in the comments! #nordevcon #norfolk #norwich #conference #community #developers #tech #finecity #softwaredevelopment

2025 The Year of Strategic Distinction On the 28th of February 2025 I had the privilege to deliver the opening keynote at nor(DEV): Norfolk Developers conference titled '2025: The Year of Strategic Distinction, What's Your Tech Leadership Distinction?' After introducing myself with my life story and legacy titled 'From Detention to Distinction' which includes being raised in a single parent family, dropping out of Middlesex University, six friends murdered, me nearly getting shot dead, starting up in business, speaking around the world and creating a brand of distinction, I spoke on topics such as: 📌 The yardstick 21st century tech leader 📌 The era of creative distinction 📌 How to create and build a brand of distinction 📌 Leveraging AI for tech influence, impact and inspiration It was a fantastic time of listening, learning and laughter as I took my audience back to the future; the 1950's and forward to the 2040's, the future of now. The feedback has been phenomenal, check out my two recent testimonials on my profile from attendees. It was great speaking to and connecting with the likes of Elisa McGarry, Stephen Powers, Rich Saunders, Luke Thomas O'Brien, Dylan Bullock, Serge Utting, Kateryna Yeromina, Kire Simonovski, Owen Tasker, Paul Grenyer, Simon Kincaid, Carl Sargunar, Alex Hort-Francis, Codie Newark and Mike Mead. A big thank you to Alex Scotton, Andrew Keith Walker and the rest of the team for their hospitality and an excellent two day conference. I ended my keynote with a timeless tech leadership truth below. "In this era of creative distinction, it's now human, natural intelligence vs AI, artificial intelligence, to see who can create disruptive value at speed. Truly, there's no time to be lazy, lethargic and lifeless, but rather, it's time to be deliberate, it's time to distinctive and it's time to be disruptive." ~ Onyi Anyado. #CuttingEdge #LeadershipSpeaker #Futurist #CorporateTrainer #Leadership #Disruption #StrategicThinking #LearningAndDevelopment #TechLeadership #KeynoteSpeaker #Tech #DisruptiveThinking #FutureOfLeadership #LeadershipSkills #LeadershipDevelopment #Agility #Leaders #StrategicDistinction #Disrupt #TechLeaders #Nordevcon25 #Technology

Looking back at #NorDevCon25 – what an incredible two days of learning, networking, and innovation! From thought-provoking talks to hands-on workshops, the energy in the room was electric ⚡. Seeing developers, tech leaders, and aspiring innovators come together to share knowledge and spark new ideas was truly inspiring. A huge thank you to our amazing speakers, sponsors, and everyone who joined us in Norwich. You made this event a success! 🎉 Drop your favourite #NorDevCon25 moment in the comments! ⬇️ 📸 More highlights coming soon!

Showing the ropes to the new generation of devs, officially the youngest attendee of nor(DEV): Norfolk Developers 2025. I’m sure she will love the Norfolk tech community as much as I do, as soon as her fingers are big enough to use the keyboard! #techcommunity #techconference

Well that’s all folks from #nordevcon25 - we had a great time with a wide and diverse #community of speakers and attendees - and don’t take our word for it, here’s some #voxpop goodness from the 2 days. See you soon!