Andrea Griffiths
Connecting developers with the tools they need to build amazing things.
About Me
With over a decade of experience in developer tools and ecosystems, I specialize in Git workflows, DevOps practices, and collaborative development strategies. As a Senior Developer Advocate at GitHub, I leverage my technical expertise to empower developers worldwide, making advanced technologies more accessible and fostering inclusive, high-performing teams.
My career spans an unconventional path—from Army service and construction management to software engineering—equipping me with a unique ability to bridge complex technical concepts with real-world implementation. This perspective drives my work in creating impactful, inclusive technical content and solutions.
I'm deeply engaged in the developer community, delivering conference talks, producing educational resources, and collaborating directly with teams to optimize their use of GitHub's ecosystem. My focus is on enabling organizations to enhance security, streamline workflows, and accelerate innovation by thoughtfully integrating artificial intelligence into their development processes.
Based in Florida, I live with my Welsh partner, two sons, and two dogs. Outside of advocacy, I contribute to open source projects and mentor emerging tech talent, helping shape the future of software development.
Recent Talks
Mona's Lucky Draw: Building a GitHub Commenter Raffle with Next.js and GitHub Copilot
Watch a basic Next.js app evolve into an engaging GitHub commenter raffle system.
View Presentation →Open Source Friday Special: AI's Role Shaping Developer Tools
A dynamic conversation straight from GitHub Universe! Featuring Justin Cormack (CTO, Docker) and Ron Efroni (CEO & Co-founder, Flox.dev) as they explore how AI is transforming the developer landscape.
View Presentation →The new OSS community: Enabling for advocates not customers
Built and maintained by people like you, open source software powers the global economy. Sustainability of this ecosystem is pivotal to accelerate human progress; yet many organizations focus their community building efforts as a sales pipeline, or a program to deflect requests for support.
View Presentation →Featured Writings
Why Java endures: The foundation of modern enterprise development
For 30 years, Java has been a cornerstone of enterprise software development. Here’s why—and how to learn Java.
Read Article →How to run dependency audits with GitHub Copilot
Learn to automate dependency management using GitHub Copilot, GitHub Actions, and Dependabot to eliminate manual checks, improve security, and save time for what really matters.
Read Article →Taking the Pain Out of Securing Your Code: A Native, Automated Approach
In this blog post, we will introduce you to Dependabot, a dependency security solution that reduces your risk, increases your productivity, and improves your security.
Read Article →Limited Consulting Sessions
I reserve a select number of slots each month for organizations looking to optimize their developer workflows and strategies.
Reservation Process
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Select a Session Type
Choose the consultation format that best addresses your strategic needs.
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Submit a Request
Email andreagriffiths11dev@gmail.com with the subject line "Consultation Request: [Session Type]"
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Provide Context
In your message, please include:
- Your name and organization
- A brief overview of your objectives
- Preferred timeframes (2-3 options)
- Specific areas you'd like to address
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Confirmation
You'll receive a response within 2 business days with availability, a calendar invitation, and a pre-session questionnaire to maximize our time together.