A year ago we launched the Alexa Skills Kit to allow developers to build new voice capabilities, called skills, for Alexa. Since then, we’ve seen many Alexa developers start independent meetup groups in their local communities. The purpose of these groups are to network with other Alexa enthusiasts, share Alexa skill development knowledge, and build great voice user experiences.

We’ve curated a list of upcoming community-run Alexa meetups and local groups you can join. Thank you to the community leaders who volunteer their time to organize these local events and continue to contribute to the vibrant Alexa developer community.

Attend a July Meetup Event

Find an event near you, sign up, and meet fellow Alexa developers in your city:

• San Diego, CA – Tuesday, July 5  | 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. PT | Sign up
• Boston, MA – Wednesday, July 6 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. ET |  Sign up (Virtual Kickoff)
• Grand Rapids, MI – Monday, July 11 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. ET | Sign up
• San Francisco, CA – Monday, July 18 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. PT | Sign up
• Appleton, WI – Wednesday, July 20 | 6:00 p.m. CT | Sign up
• New York, NY – Wednesday, July 20 | 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. ET | Sign up

Join an Alexa Meetup Group

So far, we’ve heard about more than ten Alexa-focused meetup groups run by the community. Did you create an Alexa meetup group that is not listed below? Let us know by tweeting @AlexaDevs.

Learn More

Check out these Alexa developer resources:

• Alexa Skills Kit (ASK)
• Alexa Developer Forums
• Knowledge Base
• Alexa Skills Kit Training
• Developer Office Hours