Bytes

Community Overview

About Bytes

A community for Developers and IT Professionals. Covering topics such as: Software Development, Web Development, Database Development + Optimization, Database Administration, System Administration, Network Administration and much more

The community at a glance

Bytes is an online community for Programmers with roughly 464K members. It has been around since 2008. It uses a forum format for communication.

Established 2008
464K Members

Frequently asked questions

Who is Bytes for?
Best for Programmers enthusiasts looking for a an independent setup-based community with forum discussion.
Is Bytes free to join?
This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
How many members does Bytes have?
Roughly 464K members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
What topics does Bytes cover?
On the Hive Index, Bytes is organized under Programmers.
How do I join Bytes?
You can join Bytes by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
What are the Software Development communities like?
The largest tech-adjacent category on the site, covering software engineering across languages, frameworks, and specialties. Discord and Slack host communities for specific languages and stacks, while Reddit has massive general programming communities. Good for code review, career advice, tool recommendations, and connecting with developers at similar stages.