There’s something magical about sharing knowledge that transforms both the teacher and the learner. Let’s dive into why creating and sharing awesome content is one of the most rewarding things we can do.
I gave a talk at React Advanced London on this very subject. What excites me most about conferences is the potential for every single attendee to walk away inspired and ready to share something meaningful with the world.
As our tools and technologies evolve at breakneck speed, we have an incredible opportunity to create and share content that helps others navigate this exciting landscape. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned expert, your unique perspective and discoveries are valuable. We all approach problems differently, and that diversity of thought is what makes our community so vibrant.
Conferences are fantastic catalysts for new ideas and community connections. When we share what we learn, we amplify that energy far beyond the conference walls, reaching developers who couldn’t attend and multiplying the impact of great ideas.
The possibilities are endless and exciting! You could create engaging video series on YouTube, write comprehensive tutorials on Dev.to that guide others through complex frameworks, or share your entrepreneurial journey on Indie Hackers. The beauty is that there’s no wrong way to start.
Twitter has become a fantastic platform for bite-sized learning, with developers sharing quick wins and “hot tips.” Wes Bos has mastered this art with his emoji-prefixed tweets that pack incredible value into digestible formats. These posts don’t just inform—they inspire curiosity and make people excited to learn more.
I love how these quick shares act as doorways to deeper learning. They spark that initial excitement that makes you want to dive deeper and explore further.
Here’s something my experience in developer relations has taught me — not everyone follows the latest trends or discovers content at the same time. This is why sharing tidbits and stories consistently—even covering the same topics from different angles—can reach entirely new audiences. That React tutorial you think everyone has seen? There’s a developer somewhere who’s encountering that exact problem for the first time today.
Your fresh perspective on a familiar topic might be exactly what they need to finally understand it.
A few years ago, I found myself searching for guidance on configuring React, Redux, React Router and Redux Thunk, but couldn’t find resources that spoke to someone at my level. After wrestling with the configuration for several days, I realised I had the perfect opportunity to create the article I wished had existed. Walking through every step methodically turned my frustration into something genuinely helpful for others facing the same challenge.
You! Yes, you—regardless of where you are in your journey. Your perspective matters, your struggles resonate with others, and your victories can inspire someone who’s just getting started. The tech community thrives because people at every level contribute their insights.
Don’t worry about covering “old” topics or think that everything has already been said. The beauty of our diverse community is that we all learn differently, at different times, and from different voices. Your explanation of a concept might be the one that finally clicks for someone who’s been struggling with it. Consistency beats novelty every time when it comes to helping people learn.
This opportunity extends to companies too. Brands like GraphCMS have discovered that platforms like Twitter, Medium, and YouTube are perfect showcases for demonstrating how elegant and powerful their APIs can be. There’s something satisfying about watching a complex integration come together seamlessly.
Companies can create tremendous value through tutorials, example projects, and guided learning experiences that help users unlock the full potential of their platforms.
The digital world offers so many exciting avenues for sharing knowledge:
Because it’s incredibly fulfilling and beneficial for everyone involved. Our industry grows stronger when we learn from each other’s discoveries and approaches. Every developer explores tools and frameworks through their own lens, uncovering unique insights that can make life easier for countless others.
Michael Jackson made a brilliant observation that roughly 95% of open source work revolves around education, documentation, code reviews, presentations, and examples. Contributing to any of these areas creates real impact while providing a genuine sense of accomplishment and community connection.
Now! Today is the perfect day to begin.
Starting can feel like a big step, but remember that everyone in our community is here to learn and grow together. You might discover that the process of creating content teaches you just as much as it teaches others. There’s something wonderful about that mutual exchange of knowledge.
Keep sharing your discoveries and experiences—someone out there is looking for exactly the insight you have to offer, and you might just make their day a little brighter and their coding journey a little smoother.