GDG DubaiGoogle Developer Group Dubai
Build. Learn. Share. Together in Dubai.
GDG Dubai is a volunteer-led community for developers and tech enthusiasts in Dubai, UAE. Join us for meetups, workshops, and hands-on learning.
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Our Upcoming Events
Join us for hands-on workshops, expert talks, and networking opportunities with Dubai's developer community
AI Everything Abu Dhabi 2026
Meet AI leaders, researchers, enterprises, and startups at a cross-industry AI event in Abu Dhabi.
GITEX GLOBAL Dubai 2026
Explore the global technology and AI ecosystem at GITEX GLOBAL Dubai 2026 across five days.
About Google Developer Group Dubai
Google Developer Groups (GDG) Dubai is a volunteer-led tech community for developers in Dubai, UAE interested in Google's technologies and open-source development.
We organize meetups, workshops, and hackathons. Our mission is to empower developers in Dubai through hands-on learning, talks by experts, and inclusive networking.
Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting your journey, GDG Dubai welcomes everyone who shares our passion for technology and community.
Questions about GDG Dubai
What is GDG Dubai?
GDG Dubai (Google Developer Group Dubai) is a volunteer-led community for developers and tech enthusiasts in Dubai, UAE, active since 2009. According to Google for Developers, Google Developer Groups help developers “connect, learn, and grow alongside Google’s technologies and experts.” We are an independent, community-led chapter in a global network of GDG chapters spanning 140+ countries.
Source: Google for Developers
Who can join GDG Dubai, and are events free?
Anyone who shares our passion for technology can join GDG Dubai, from beginners to experts. All GDG Dubai events are free to attend, because we believe technology education should be accessible to everyone. Join on our chapter page to get new events, workshops and community updates by email, and read our Code of Conduct before your first event.
What does GDG Dubai organise?
GDG Dubai organises free, hands-on events for developers in Dubai:
- Meetups and talks by expert speakers on Android, Web, Google Cloud and AI/ML
- Workshops and study jams where you build real projects with mentors
- Hackathons where teams build solutions together
- DevFest Dubai, our annual flagship conference
Together with our volunteer team we have run more than 320 events.
How big is the GDG Dubai community?
GDG Dubai has grown to more than 9,000 members across the UAE and the wider MENA region. Our volunteer team has run more than 320 meetups, workshops, hackathons and the flagship DevFest Dubai conference, and our events have featured 900+ expert speakers. Our community lead, Mohamad Harastani, has organised developer events in the UAE since 2009.
Maintained by Mohamad Harastani, GDG Dubai Community Lead · Updated
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AI Everything Abu Dhabi 2026 — 50% Off with GDG Dubai
Use GDG Dubai’s community code GDGGTXE50 for 50% off selected AI Everything Abu Dhabi 2026 passes. We checked it at the organiser’s checkout on 16 September 2026.
- 50% off the Premium, All Access, Agentic AI Training and Masterclass passes
- Code checked at the organiser’s checkout on 16 September 2026
- Enter the code at checkout and confirm the discount before you pay
What you pay with the code
- Premium PassAED 3,750
AED 7,500 - All Access Conference PassAED 1,000
AED 2,000 - Agentic AI Expert TrainingAED 1,000
AED 2,000 - Masterclass PassAED 175
AED 350
Prices include 5% VAT, as shown at checkout on 16 September 2026. No discount showed for the Quantum Computing pass; the Physical AI and Student passes were not checked.
Community promo code · AI Everything Abu Dhabi
GDGGTXE5050% off eligible passes · checked 16 September 2026
GITEX GLOBAL Dubai 2026 — 50% Off with GDG Dubai
Use GDG Dubai’s community code GDGGTXE50 for 50% off the All Access Pass and Workshop Pass. Check that the discount shows before you pay.
- 50% off the All Access Pass and the Workshop Pass
- Community code shared by GDG Dubai
- Confirm the discount at checkout before you pay
Community promo code · GITEX GLOBAL Dubai
GDGGTXE5050% off All Access Pass + Workshop · confirm at checkout
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