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Bobby Iliev
I am a professional DevOps Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the internet industry. I am an avid Linux lover and supporter of the open-source movement philosophy.
Work
DevEx @ Materialize | Community Manager @ DigitalOcean | Co-Founder @ DevDojo | Docker Captain
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Five Year Club
This badge celebrates the longevity of those who have been a registered member of the DEV Community for at least five years.
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Cloudflare AI Challenge Completion Badge
Awarded for completing at least one prompt in the Cloudflare AI Challenge in 2024. Thank you for participating! 🧡
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Writing Debut
Awarded for writing and sharing your first DEV post! Continue sharing your work to earn the 4 Week Writing Streak Badge.
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100 Thumbs Up Milestone
Awarded for giving 100 thumbs ups (👍) to a variety of posts across DEV. This is a mod-exclusive badge.
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Warm Welcome
This badge is awarded to our exceptional online contributors and members who consistently leave wonderful comments in the Welcome Thread. Every week, we'll handpick individuals based on their active participation in the thread and their overall contribution to our fantastic community. So, the more you engage in the Welcome Thread and help welcome new members, the higher your chances of receiving the Warm Welcome badge! 😊
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Four Year Club
This badge celebrates the longevity of those who have been a registered member of the DEV Community for at least four years.
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Trusted Member 2022
Awarded for being a trusted member in 2022.
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32 Week Community Wellness Streak
You're a true community hero! You've maintained your commitment by posting at least 2 comments per week for 32 straight weeks. Now enjoy the celebration! 🎉
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16 Week Community Wellness Streak
You're a dedicated community champion! Keep up the great work by posting at least 2 comments per week for 16 straight weeks. The prized 24-week badge is within reach!
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Three Year Club
This badge celebrates the longevity of those who have been a registered member of the DEV Community for at least three years.
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8 Week Community Wellness Streak
Consistency pays off! Be an active part of our community by posting at least 2 comments per week for 8 straight weeks. Earn the 16 Week Badge next.
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4 Week Community Wellness Streak
Keep contributing to discussions by posting at least 2 comments per week for 4 straight weeks. Unlock the 8 Week Badge next.
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2 Week Community Wellness Streak
Keep the community conversation going! Post at least 2 comments for 2 straight weeks and unlock the 4 Week Badge.
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1 Week Community Wellness Streak
For actively engaging with the community by posting at least 2 comments in a single week.
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2021 GitHub Actions Hackathon Participant
Awarded for participating in the 2021 GitHub Actions x DEV Hackathon.
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Hacktoberfest 2021
Awarded for successful completion of the 2021 Hacktoberfest challenge.
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Two Year Club
This badge celebrates the longevity of those who have been a registered member of the DEV Community for at least two years.
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16 Week Writing Streak
You are a writing star! You've written at least one post per week for 16 straight weeks. Congratulations!
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Grand Prize — DigitalOcean App Platform Hackathon on DEV
Awarded to grand prize winners of the 2020 DigitalOcean App Platform Hackathon on DEV. Congrats, y'all!
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Bash
Awarded to the top Bash author each week
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Hacktoberfest 2020
Awarded for successful completion of the 2020 Hacktoberfest challenge.
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One Year Club
This badge celebrates the longevity of those who have been a registered member of the DEV Community for at least one year.
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Beloved Comment
Awarded for making a well-loved comment, as voted on with 25 heart (❤️) reactions by the community.
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Top 7
Awarded for having at least one post featured in the weekly "must-reads" list at any point. 🙌
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8 Week Writing Streak
The streak continues! You've written at least one post per week for 8 consecutive weeks. Unlock the 16-week badge next!
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4 Week Writing Streak
You've posted at least one post per week for 4 consecutive weeks!
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