Episode 25 - Crafting Success with Steve Laham

Unlock the secrets of HubSpot DevRel’s explosive growth and AI enablement!Join us to learn how HubSpot’s Developer Community thrives through trust, mentorship, and cutting-edge tools.In this episode of Developers After Dark, Nick, AJ, and Dennis sit down with Steve Liam, Director of DevRel at HubSpot, to explore: how their team evolved from a handful of advocates to 30+ experts; the launch of HubSpot’s CRM Deep Research connector and other AI integrations; the flexible Hybrid Work Culture that powers productivity; and the free resources on HubSpot Academy every developer should use. Steve also shares leadership lessons on mentorship, building the Developer Ecosystem, and even his dream of becoming a blacksmith!Chapters:00:00 – Intro & Celebrating HubSpot Academy01:02 – Meet Steve Liam, DevRel Director06:06 – Transitioning to DevRel Leadership11:17 – Embracing Hybrid Work Culture15:45 – HubSpot DevRel Team Growth22:13 – AI Integration & CRM Connector30:05 – The Future of Developer Relations35:17 – Personal Insights & HobbiesHashtags:#HubSpotDevRel #DeveloperCommunity #AIEnablement #HybridWork #HubSpotAcademyResources Mentioned:• HubSpot Academy – https://academy.hubspot.com• Developer Changelog – https://developers.hubspot.com/changelog• HubSpot Developers YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/HubSpotDevelopersWe aim to incorporate the human element and drive a conversation that is fun, informational, and thought-provoking. You can watch Developers After Dark on the HubSpot developer’s channel or wherever you get your podcasts.Check out the Developers:after Dark website at devsafterdarkpod.comWant to be a guest?Fill out the form 👉 https://share.hsforms.com/2J5me9_v3Rlix21-1LoZWkAbpd9r📢 Important InformationThis is not a support forum. For all support-related questions, please visit the HubSpot Community. 👉 https://bit.ly/49Lto5NDiscover everything HubSpot has to offer: https://bit.ly/3P5A59bFollow us for the latest updates and insights: https://bit.ly/4iJLXve📖 Learn More & Stay ConnectedGet started with HubSpot Development 👉 https://bit.ly/3DhfEmULearn more with the HubSpot Academy 👉https://bit.ly/3P06AFRSubscribe to our newsletter for tips and news 👉 https://bit.ly/41Fm6hCStay up to date with changes that affect you by subscribing to the changelog 👉 https://bit.ly/49J95FPKnow when an Developer Event is happening 👉 https://bit.ly/3VOLT3h🤝 Engage With UsHave feedback? There's a link for that! 👉 https://bit.ly/400bUziLike this video? Give it a thumbs up and subscribe for more content on HubSpot development, integrations, and customization.Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Drop your suggestions in the comments below!HubSpot development, HubSpot CMS, HubSpot API, HubSpot integration, HubSpot CRM, HubSpot tutorials, HubSpot themes, HubSpot modules, HubSpot workflows, app development, web development, CRM customization, marketing automation, HubSpot training