The Developer Research Highlights
Our blog features expert insights on the latest trends and innovations in the tech industry. Each post presents a detailed report, offering in-depth analysis on key topics shaping the industry.
AI in Cloud Development: Who’s Leading and Who’s Lagging?
63% of developers have already built cloud applications using AI or machine learning—but not all are moving at the same pace. Some are racing ahead, while others are holding back. The question is: why?
Low-Code Surge: Which Regions Are Leading?
Over 14 million developers worldwide have embraced low-code or no-code tools—but adoption varies significantly by region...
Trusting Data: Why Source and Accuracy Matter
In an era where information is just a search away, it's easy to assume that a quick query can provide all the answers. But not all data is created equal.
The accuracy, source, and context of data matter—especially in fast-moving industries like software development and AI. Relying on outdated, biased, or incomplete information can lead to misguided decisions, missed opportunities, and strategies built on shaky ground...
Bridging the Cloud Adoption Gap: Training, Integration, and Security Hurdles
What's holding developers back from adopting new cloud data platforms? It depends on their experience.
According to the latest Evans Data Corp. Cloud Development Survey Report, the greatest challenges vary significantly between developers who already use cloud data platforms and those who don't...
AI in Development: How Usage Varies by Developer Segment
Developers across different segments are integrating AI into their projects in distinct ways, each approach shaped by the needs of their target customers. Enterprise developers focus on data management and model creation, independent software vendors (ISVs) are embedding AI-powered features into their applications, and systems integrators (SIs) and value-added resellers (VARs) are leveraging AI-based tools to enhance their workflows. These patterns align closely with the core business needs of each segment...
Web3: Venturing into a New Digital Frontier
68% of developers are actively developing or planning to build Web3 applications within the next year.
This strong level of developer interest underscores the momentum Web3 has gained—despite ongoing challenges around security, usability, and regulation. While some still see Web3 as a niche or experimental space, the reality is that developers are diving in, eager to explore its potential...
Cloud AI Adoption Soars: 9.7 Million Developers Deploy AI in the Cloud
The Cloud is the leading environment for AI and machine learning development, with nearly 9.7 million developers worldwide running their AI workloads in cloud infrastructure. This makes cloud computing the top choice for AI deployment, ahead of on-premises servers, data centers, and edge computing...
Developer Views on Big Tech and Government
A significant 84% of developers believe that "big tech" coordinates with the government behind the scenes, with younger developers showing a particularly strong inclination. Among those aged 30 and under, 53.8% strongly agree with this view, according to the latest Developer Marketing Survey Report 2024...
Disclosure Dilemma: The Rising Role of AI in Code
50% of developers who use GenAI do so for their coding processes, signaling a major shift in how software is being developed. Yet, when it comes to disclosing AI tool use in upstream code contributions, 88% of developers agree that disclosure is necessary, with 44.1% strongly in favor...
The Rise of Virtual Environment Collaboration in Development
A recent finding from our Developer Marketing Survey Report reveals that 15% of developers are already using virtual environments for collaboration on development projects. While it may seem like a futuristic trend, the combination of enhanced augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) hardware, along with cloud computing advancements, is driving this shift...
Challenges of Legacy Systems in Cloud Development
Despite advancements in cloud technology, 64% of organizations are still deploying or maintaining legacy systems in their development efforts...
KPIs That Matter Most in Developer Relations
Time is money—especially when it comes to developer relations programs. In our recent Developer Relations Programs Survey, 38% of developers identify "time saved" as the most important Key Performance Indicator (KPI) for their program memberships...
GenAI Use in Development Lifecycle
Generative AI is revolutionizing software development, with 54% of developers using it for planning and design. Our latest Global Development Survey Report reveals insights into how GenAI is being integrated across the software development lifecycle...
Pressing Needs for AI Development Work
In the latest Evans Data Corporation AI & Machine Learning Survey Report 24.1, a critical insight emerges: 36% of developers identify code examples for general AI domains as their most pressing need in AI development work...
