Devada was a company focused on enabling developers to learn and succeed through online communities and software solutions.
Cloudica is a leading provider of remote cloud computing and monitoring solutions, built by a talented team of developers committed to empowering the developer community.
These missions align and Cloudica are acquiring the domain Devada.com and redirecting it to Cloudica.com as part of their commitment to furthering this cause.
Cloudica is not associated with or endorsed by the Devada brand, nor is affiliated with the trademark owner in any way.
Who was Devada?
Devada was a software company focused on empowering developers through online communities and knowledge-sharing platforms. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, Devada operated until at least 2019 before being acquired.
Products and Services
Devada offered two main products:
DZone: A popular online community for developers, visited by millions each month to learn and share insights on various technologies. DZone.com featured:
- User-generated technical articles
- 14 content-focused thematic zones covering topics from Agile to WebDev
- Specialty publications like Refcards and Trend Reports
AnswerHub: A knowledge-sharing and community management platform designed for companies to build their own developer communities. Key features included:
- Q&A forums
- Advanced moderation tools
- Role-based permissions
- Gamification features (reputation scores, badges)
- Customization options through plugins, APIs, and SDKs
Company History
- 1997: JavaLobby founded, which later evolved into DZone
- 2005: Developer Zone (later shortened to DZone) launched
- 2011: AnswerHub launched as an enterprise version of the open-source OSQA tool
- 2018: DZone Inc. changed its company name to Devada
Notable Clients
AnswerHub was used by several prominent technology companies, including:
- SAP
- Amazon
- Nationwide
- Discover
- Epic Games
Company Values
Devada emphasized the following core values:
- Helping developers help each other
- Assuming positive intent
- Working together
- Solving problems thoughtfully
- Adapting to change
- Continuous learning
Legacy
Although Devada as a company no longer exists in its original form, its products made a significant impact on the developer community. DZone continues to be a popular resource for developers, while AnswerHub’s technology has been integrated into other platforms serving similar purposes in knowledge sharing and community management for developers.