Google Cloud NEXT '26 is kicking off today (April 22) and runs through April 24 – we're launching this new writing challenge right alongside it!
Running through April 29, the Google Cloud NEXT Writing Challenge is your invitation to explore, experiment, and write about what has you most excited from this year's releases, keynotes, and sessions – tune into the livestream and dig into the announcements as they drop.
Tune In to Google Cloud NEXT '26
Catch everything as it unfolds live here on DEV, from April 22 - 24:
- 📺 Opening Keynote Livestream: Live today (April 22) at 9:00 AM PT
- 👩💻 Developer Keynote: Tune in tomorrow (April 23) at 10:30 AM PT
We'll be streaming both keynotes directly on the DEV homepage.
In addition to the keynotes, we'll be streaming developer sessions all throughout the two days, so keep an eye on the DEV homepage across the full run of Google Cloud NEXT!
Judging Criteria
Clarity & Quality: Is it well-written, engaging, and easy to follow?
Usefulness: Will the community learn something or be inspired by reading it?
Depth & Insight: Does it go beyond surface-level summary to offer a genuine perspective?
Prizes
Five winners will each receive:
- $200 USD
- DEV++ Membership
- Exclusive DEV badge
All participants will a valid submission will receive a completion badge.
Important Dates
April 22: Google Cloud NEXT Writing Challenge begins!
April 23: Developer Keynote at 10:30 AM PDT
April 24: Google Cloud NEXT wraps!
April 29: Submissions due at 11:59 PM PDT
May 7: Winners Announced
We can't wait to read what you discover. Questions about the challenge? Ask them below.
Good luck and happy writing!
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