Hello Splunk App developers! This month, we're excited to share key updates on tools and support designed to enhance your development experience.

Meet William—aka The Splunk Guy—whose path from building websites to engineering cloud-scale solutions is anything but ordinary. Starting in Web Development and evolving into a Cloud and Security Expert, William has transformed personal projects into impactful tools for the Splunk community. From pandemic response systems to CI/CD automation, discover how his hands-on approach, passion for DevOps, and love for tinkering (both with tech and sourdough) make him a standout in the world of Splunk.

Did you know that for Splunk Enterprise 9.4, Python 3.9 is the default interpreter? This shift is not just a housekeeping update, it’s a critical step in ensuring long-term support, enhanced security, and compatibility with your Splunk apps and add-ons. R

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Whether you're crafting new solutions, fine-tuning existing apps, or just beginning your developer journey, this roundup is packed with updates, expert insights, and growth opportunities to help you get even more out of the Splunk platform. In this roundup, we’re highlighting key updates—from expert-led sessions and hands-on SPL2 workshops to upcoming platform changes and a brand-new Developer Program. Let’s dive into what’s happening now and what’s coming next!

The Splunk Developer Program is now live in public preview! Access centralized tools, resources and community support to build innovative apps on Splunk. Learn more at preview.dev.splunk.com

2024 has been an exciting and transformative year for Splunkbase and our developer community. We've made significant strides in enhancing the Splunk App Dev Ecosystem, improving developer experiences, and driving innovations in app development. This review highlights our key achievements, major milestones, and the road ahead for 2025.

Meet Brett: Splunker, innovator, and all-around tech enthusiast. From building apps that solve real-world problems to geeking out over video games and home automation, Brett’s journey is as dynamic as the data he works with. Discover what drives this SplunkTrust star in our latest Spotlight feature!

Stay ahead of the curve and in the know with our comprehensive list of upcoming April Tech Talks, Community Office Hours, and webinars. From insightful discussions to hands-on workshops, there’s something for everyone eager to dive deeper and learn. Don’t miss out — mark your calendars now!

In this second edition of our Developer Spotlight, we’re shining the light on Cameron Schmidt, a Splunk app developer at Hurricane Labs. With over a decade of experience, Cameron has built dozens of Splunk apps, many of which you can find on Splunkbase.

Curious about his journey, his impact, and what fuels his passion for Splunk development? Let’s dive in!

Welcome to our very first developer spotlight release series where we'll feature some awesome Splunk developers from across our Community and showcase their work. Today, we're excited to introduce Paul Stout and his amazing work behind "Duck Yeah!".

Stay ahead of the curve and stay informed with our comprehensive list of upcoming Tech Talks, Community Office Hours, and webinars. From insightful discussions to hands-on workshops, there’s something for everyone eager to dive deeper and learn. Don’t miss out — mark your calendars now!