Slack Elevates Developer Experience
Slack has unveiled its new developer portal, designed as the go-to resource for those looking to build Slack applications. This comprehensive platform offers tools for app creation, sandboxes for beta testing, and showcases best practices.
Empowering Developers at Every Step
Under the guidance of Rukmini Reddy, Slack’s SVP of Engineering, the portal aims to support developers throughout their journey, offering solutions that integrate seamlessly into their existing workflows.
Enhanced CI/CD and Scripting Support
The introduction of Slack CLI support streamlines the integration into CI/CD pipelines, facilitating automated app testing and deployment. A detailed guide is available for incorporating CLI into DevOps practices.
Bolt Development Framework Upgrades
Responding to developer feedback, Slack has expanded its Bolt framework to support new Python and JavaScript applications. This update allows for custom functions deployable across any Bolt app environment.
A Focus on Custom Functions and Lifecycle Integration
The portal introduces new functionalities like custom functions and enhanced lifecycle integration, alongside sandboxes for comprehensive testing. These features aim to refine the development process and offer early access to crucial testing environments.
Connecting the Developer Community
Besides technical resources, the portal features a newsletter and events section to keep developers updated and engaged with the Slack community worldwide.
Slack’s new developer portal marks a significant step towards enriching the developer ecosystem, providing the tools and resources necessary for crafting innovative Slack applications.
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