Developer Networks and Sites

If there are millions of websites on the internet, there must be a lot of people developing those websites. These people like to talk to each other. This socializing is good for more than just finding friends. It can be excellent for networking ideas and information about website developments.

Developer network sites are websites where you can find a solution to a problem or question you might have regarding web development. You can be assured that you will find someone willing to share their solution or ideas with you. Connecting to other web developers in these communities enables you to share your experiences. These folks obviously have something in common with you (they are also developing websites), so do your part and share your knowledge as well. Here are some of the best web developer networks:

Webmonkey (www.webmonkey.com) Webmonkey was one of the first and best websites dedicated to website developers and setting up a community. It was launched in 1999 by the folks who bring you wired magazine but closed three short years later. But wait Webmonkey has returned! The site was re-launched in 2008 and contains excellent tutorials, references, and a code library. There is a sense of fun and community on this site, and it continues to be an invaluable resource for web developers. 

Yahoo! Developer Network (http://developer.yahoo.com) this site is for people using Yahoo! Technologies to develop websites and other applications. Although it might not have a direct impact on your website, if you are doing anything related to Yahoo!, you might want to check it out.

Google Groups (http://groups.google.com) Google Groups are social connections that are based on interests. That could be anything from car racing to web development. Have a look around this site for web developer groups.