Last Thursday, December 5, 2025, the local tech scene reached new heights as Google Developer Group (GDG) CDO hosted DevFest 2025 at the Rosario Pavilion, Limketkai. The event served as a massive gathering for tech enthusiasts, professionals, educators, and students, creating a space where innovation and collaboration took center stage.
Guest speakers for the 1st Day of GDG DevFest 2025 event
The day was packed with high-energy activities and insightful sessions. It kicked off with a powerful talk by Dominique Villafuerte titled “A Zero-Funding Startup Playbook for Dev-Founders,” followed by an engaging Women Techmakers Round Table featuring local leaders Estella Bravo, Josan Astrid, Rorie Micabalo, and Nikki V.
The afternoon brought even more excitement with international guest speakers Amey Nerkar and Namrata More, both Google Developer Experts in Payments. They delved into “The Cloud AI Revolution in Payments: Security and Customer Experience,” giving attendees a global perspective on financial technology and security.
Official partners of the DevFest 2025 event
These collaborations were key to making DevFest 2025 a truly impactful event, showcasing a united front for tech advancement in the region:
DevCon Bukidnon
Zenith Technologies
SITE – Society of Information Technology Enthusiasts
Hex Colony
Xavier University – Computer Studies Student Council (CSSC)
Balangay Tech Tribe
Official sponsors of the DevFest 2025 event
Between the “No Code Vibe Coding” sessions and the thrilling laptop giveaways by PC Express, there was never a dull moment. These activities and the overall success of the event were made possible through the generous support of our official sponsors, who are deeply committed to the growth of the Northern Mindanao tech ecosystem:
PC Express
CardMasters
Symph
Innovuze Solutions Inc.
Day 1 of DevFest 2025 was a resounding success, fostering a vibrant environment centered on hands-on learning and shared innovation. It set a high bar for the rest of the festival, leaving attendees inspired to collaborate and create within the ever-evolving world of technology. It’s just the first day and yet it was already filled with insightful sessions, engaging activities, and credible resource speakers that sparked the interest of the attendees. But it’s just the start and all the participants are anticipating on what’s in store for Day 2 of the event.
