Skills Matter

Skills Matter is a global community of software professionals dedicated to connecting technologists and fostering knowledge sharing in software engineering.

Founded in 2003 in London, the organization has grown to over 140,000 members across 126 countries. It operates primarily in the Information Technology & Services industry as a privately held membership organization. The core offering of Skills Matter is a software development learning platform that supports continuous development through expert-led events and educational resources. Key services include conferences, workshops, meetups, and training courses focused on agile methodologies and software craftsmanship. The community platform allows members to connect, build personal brands, and engage in discussions on specialized engineering topics. Skills Matter organizes around 30 major conferences annually and hosts numerous user groups and free meetups, catering to software professionals, tech experts, and enterprise teams looking to stay updated with the latest technologies.