The New Kingmakers
Stephen O'Grady
The New Kingmakers documents the rise of the developer class, and provides strategies for companies to adapt to the new technology landscape.
Score based on developer article recommendations — not sales data or reviews.
🟢 Developer Verdict
Analyzes the rising power of developers in the tech ecosystem and provides business strategies for companies to effectively engage with this pivotal audience.
Read this if
- ✓ You want to understand the rise and impact of developer advocacy.
- ✓ You are a business leader adapting to developer influence.
- ✓ You are a developer seeking context on your industry role.
Skip this for now if
- ✗ You are seeking hands-on technical coding tutorials.
- ✗ You need specific, personalized career path guidance.
- ✗ You are already deeply familiar with developer relations strategy.
📊 Why Developers Recommend
It helps developers think more intentionally about professional growth.
Referenced by multiple developers, suggesting consistent practical value.
Recommended as a foundational resource that establishes core understanding, remaining useful regardless of technology trends.
💬 What Developers Say
"If you're anything like me, you're riding the the new kingmakers wave."
— ianjennings · The Haxor Manifesto · Mar 4, 2021
"This book is a great way to explain developer advocacy to somebody who has no idea what it is."
— drnugent · From Lean Startup to Big Blue: Adapting Developer Relations to Zillions of Active Developers · Jan 10, 2020
"Now, this sounds convincing but I always recommend reading The New Kingmakers by Stephen O’Grady, a really great book which talks about how developers became a coveted audience for tech companies."
— maxkatz · Why developers have influence today? · Jan 11, 2020
👤 Who Should Read This
Best for
- • Career changers transitioning into software engineering
- • Developers looking to grow their careers
Less ideal for
- • Developers wanting immediate hands-on tutorials
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Stephen O'Grady
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