Tech-Empowered Philippines For All
THE PHILIPPINES' LARGEST VOLUNTEER TECH COMMUNITY
For 16 years, DEVCON has been empowering IT students and professionals nationwide through a strong network of 11 chapters and inclusive programs, fostering growth and collaboration. Through our partners and funders, we are expanding our impact by hosting free campus tech events, smart contracts code camps, AI Engineering internships, and Creative Robotics workshops for Kids to equip the next generation of Filipino builders with cutting-edge skills. Join us in shaping the future of innovation.
19k +
Geeks Reached
F2F in 2025
500 +
Smart Contracts Projects Deployed
16 Years
Empowering
Filipino Builders
11 Regional
Chapters
Nationwide
About Us
DEVCON Philippines (DEVCONNECT PHILIPPINES INC.) is the country's largest and longest-running SEC-registered, BIR-compliant non-profit volunteer tech community, established in 2009 and operating across 11 chapters nationwide. For global emerging tech platforms looking to grow in the Philippines, DEVCON is the most trusted and established entry point — connecting you directly to over 70,000 active developers, IT professionals, students, and educators across every major island group.
- Since 2009, DEVCON has grown into a nationwide movement of 11 local regional chapters — Manila, Laguna, Pampanga, Legazpi, Iloilo, Cebu, Tacloban, Davao, Cagayan de Oro, Iligan, and Bukidnon — each localizing tech programs to meet real community needs, from underserved public schools to global hackathons, bridging the gap between local talent and global industry demands.
- From DEVCON Pro Summit — the country's most sought-after developer conference — to Smart Contracts Code Camps, Campus DEVCON Tech Talks, DEVCON Kids, She is DEVCON, and AI Engineering Internships, our programs meet developers at every stage of their journey, ensuring geography is never a barrier to opportunity.
- Trusted by Microsoft, Sui Foundation, Chemonics International, ICP Hubs, Zoho, DOST, DTI-BOI, DICT, and more, DEVCON delivers 19,000 face-to-face attendees and an aggregated 1 million in online reach every year. Your support directly funds the local chapters, events, and programs that keep Filipino developers connected, skilled, and competitive on the global stage.
Our Impact and Reach
1M+
Total reach from
recent Programs
700k+
Total Attendees from F2F events since 2009
19k+
Geeks reached F2F in 2025
500+
Smart Contracts Code Camps Projects deployed
140+
Local Chapter Events organized every year
120+
Local Chapter leaders and ambassadors trained yearly
11
Active Chapters
Nationwide
4
Open-source Projects Donated During Pandemic
Sui and DEVCON Philippines launch "Build Beyond" developer events and code camps
The partnership marks a commitment to support the growth of educators, information technology (IT) students, and software practitioners across the country so they can use Move language and code on Sui. This collaboration focuses on supporting local developer communities to build on Sui’s high-performance infrastructure—originally developed by the architects of the Move language at Meta. Training will take place through DEVCON’s nationwide chapters and regional hubs.
PREPARING AI ENGINEERING TALENT:
Inaugural AI Engineering Scholarship Launched by AI Academy PH in Collaboration with DEVCON, Apper Cloud School & Indigo Research
DEVCON Highlights
DEVCON TV News
Why did Winston start DEVCON Philippines?
Meet Winston "WD" Damarillo, the founder and president of DEVCON Philippines. As a successful tech entrepreneur with 3 Silicon Valley Startup exits, WD saw a need to pay it forward by empowering Filipino geeks through community building and skills development.
Campus Programs
Bringing the DEVCON SUMMIT experience outside Metro Manila
No more long travels! We're bringing the best tech topics and experiences directly to students through our Regional Campus DEVCON Summits. Get a head start in tech with cutting-edge technologies and connect with industry leaders. Our last Campus Summit in CALABARZON gathered chapter leaders from our Luzon chapters in Manila, Pampanga, Laguna, and Legazpi. And with our Ambassador Program Cohort 2, we're now reaching the farthest communities across the nation, empowering students to lead the tech revolution right where they are.
DEVCON HQ / National Office
The standard for Pro Devs Event. PRO SUMMIT Co-Presented by Accenture
The DEVCON PRO SUMMIT is setting a new standard for professional and holistic developer conferences in the Philippines. As our flagship event, it’s a redesigned experience tailored for the world-class Filipino developers, engineers, and tech leaders at the forefront of innovation. There are no marketing or sales pitches here—our focus is on advanced topics and emerging technologies.
Chapters Showcase
DEVCON Visayas
DEVCON Visayas is bridging the tech islands and cultivating a powerhouse of young talent. We're a force for good, connecting tech professionals from the game development event in Iloilo to the cybersecurity showcase in Cebu. We're also expanding, with a new chapter in Bohol and a visit to Tacloban planned soon. We proudly partner with TechForAll and DepDev Regional Offices, and support key events like Geeks on a Beach and the International Quantum Conference.
Chapters Showcase
DEVCON Mindanao
A new wave of tech leaders is emerging from Mindanao! Join us on a tech road trip to meet our DEVCON chapters in Davao, Iligan, Cagayan de Oro, and Bukidnon. We're proud to be partnering with universities like MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology and Central Mindanao University (CMU) to foster talent and innovation. From fueling a vibrant startup ecosystem to nurturing young tech enthusiasts, each chapter plays a key role in the region's dynamic growth. Next stop: General Santos and Zamboanga!
Inclusion
#SHEISDEVCON supported by the Philippine Board of Investments
It's the second year of #SHEISDEVCON, and this year's event is bigger than ever, with over 700 attendees nationwide! We've engaged more than 100 women in tech leaders and hosted 11 nationwide events. We are honored to have the support of the Philippine Board of Investments. The partnership between #SHEISDEVCON and the BOI is the first of many planned collaborations, underscoring both organizations' shared commitment to empowering communities and fostering a truly inclusive tech industry.
Ready to pay-it-forward and help us bring
world-class programs nationwide?
Volunteer
Experience the fulfillment of paying it forward. Join us as a volunteer and let's create positive change together!
Sponsor
Explore pioneering opportunities through a sponsorship or donation. Together, we can make a lasting impact.
Build a Chapter
Thinking about getting involved in your community? Consider starting a chapter with us!
Our nationwide programs are made possible through the support of:
MAJOR PARTNERS
EVENT & PROGRAM PARTNERS
