International Association of Software Developers
We foster innovation and support professional growth. The purpose of the Association is to support people. Strange things may happen in the world, but the Russian-speaking IT community has always stood out. The Association offers a way to unite, stay together, grow, and support one another.
What Does Membership Give You?
Opportunity to Evaluate Your Skills
We welcome both seasoned professionals and aspiring specialists. Association members have access to various programs for skill and merit assessment.
- Certification ProgramYou can receive an objective evaluation of your skills for a specific profession from industry experts.
- Skill Validation within Technology 'Practices'In our Association, we have the concept of "Practice" — a group focused on a specific technology. It handles competence evaluation, development, and networking within that field.
- Opportunity to Become an Honorary MemberWe aim to gather the strongest minds in IT. Participants who meet the criteria may be elevated to honorary membership.
New Connections
As mentioned earlier, the Association’s mission is to support people. Members are part of our networking ecosystem. We offer a unique set of opportunities:
- Increased Recognition and AuthorityBeing part of the Association and actively engaging with its members helps raise your professional visibility. New connections increase your chances of being invited to speak, publish, or participate in high-profile projects.
- Chance to Participate in Open Source DevelopmentWhich also contributes to your professional reputation.
- Job OpportunitiesNew contacts can lead to job offers, joint projects, or referrals.
What Should I Know Before Joining the Association?
Founding History
The Association was founded by IT specialists just like you. You can learn more in the dedicated section.
Values, Mission, and Rules of the Association
While we are more flexible than traditional industry associations, we still uphold clear expectations. We want our members to share our principles and values.
Data Privacy
Members can choose between public and private profiles. You decide what data to share with others.
Spam/Subscriptions
We don’t send unsolicited messages. There is no default newsletter — you decide when and what to receive.
Organization Type
We are a nonprofit organization. Membership of any type is free. No membership fees.
Growth Potential
Our members work in various roles — including leadership — at top IT employers.
Interested?
You can reach out via email at contact@smartsng.dev, or submit an application