2026
Participate
DevNetwork [AI + ML] Hackathon 2026
May 11-28, 2026, Online & In-Person
The world’s largest challenge-driven in-person & virtual hackathon, co-located with AI DevSummit 2026!
Join 300+ developers building new apps, bots and more! Hackathon participants can build any app and compete for $12,500+ in cash, products and prizes.
AI TechAwards Ceremony
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM PT
South San Francisco Conference Center
Open to all attendees
The AI TechAwards will be the definitive award night for the AI Tech industry. Our DevNetwork advisory board will select category winners across 20+ AI Tech categories.
Sponsor Spotlights
Visit designated sponsor booths at specific times to see a variety of activities led by our sponsors. This can include:
- Live Demo
- Live Q&A
- Live Raffle/Giveaway
- Live Book Signing
- Live Game/Competition
Network
Networking Break
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM PT
Management Lounge – South San Francisco Conference Center
Join us for networking & Popcorn in the AI Lounge on the Expo Hall Floor!
Expo Block Party
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM PT
Expo Hall South San Francisco Conference Center
Join us for the AI DevSummit 2026 Expo Block Party!
The Expo Block Party gives registrants the chance to visit participating DeveloperWeek Management Summit exhibitors, while enjoying free drinks & food.
Additionally, participants are encouraged to play our Expo Game, where visiting exhibitors during the show will allow you to win great.
VIP Welcome Reception
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT
South San Francisco Conference Center
AI DevSummit 2026 VIP Networking After Party is ONLY open to: Premium Pass holders, Sponsors, Speakers and DevNetwork Advisory Board Members.
MEETUP PANEL
The New Leadership Playbook: AI Is Rewriting Your Engineering Org Chart — Are You Ready?
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM PT @ DeveloperWeek Management Expo Stage, South San Francisco Conference Center
MEETUP PANEL
What Scales in Agentic AI: From Hype to Production-Grade Systems
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM PT @ AI DevSummit Expo Stage, South San Francisco Conference Center
DevMarketing @ DeveloperWeek Management
Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM PT @ DeveloperWeek Management Expo Stage, South San Francisco Conference Center
Leader’s Lunch @ DeveloperWeek Management
Town Hall Panel: The New Org Chart: Managing Humans and Agents in the AI Era
Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM PT @ DeveloperWeek Management Main Stage, South San Francisco Conference Center
Have Fun
PREMIUM Lounge
The PREMIUM Lounge is where Premium Pass holders can connect and exchange ideas. See Registration for additional details.
**PREMIUM Passes ONLY**
Games Lounge
Stop by an play your favorite game — Checkers, Giant Jenga, Corn Hole & More.
Arcade Lounge
Chill in the lounge & try your hand at Pac-Man & other retro games!
Community Board
Add your stamp to the Community Board – doodle away, share an idea or ask a question.