Our JavaScript Story 💛

Welcome to ZurichJS – the heart of JavaScript awesomeness in Zurich since 2024!

We're a thriving community of JS enthusiasts who love to code, learn, and connect. From React wizards to Node.js ninjas, TypeScript pros to vanilla JS lovers – everyone building with JavaScript has a home here!

Legal Note: ZurichJS is part of the Swiss JavaScript Group, a non-profit association (Verein) registered in Switzerland, dedicated to fostering JavaScript communities across the country.

ZurichJS Community
Our amazing community at a recent meetup! 🎉

Our Mission 🚀

"To create an inclusive, vibrant space where JavaScript developers of all levels can learn, share, and grow together, fostering innovation and friendship in our tech community."

— The ZurichJS Team

Share Knowledge

We believe in freely sharing our JavaScript expertise to lift everyone up! From beginner tips to advanced techniques, we learn together.

Build Connections

At ZurichJS, it's not just about code – it's about the amazing people! We create meaningful connections that last beyond our meetups.

Foster Innovation

We're passionate about exploring new JavaScript frontiers together, from cutting-edge frameworks to revolutionary tools and techniques.

Our Organization 🏛️

Understanding the structure behind ZurichJS and our commitment to the Swiss JavaScript community

Swiss JavaScript Group

ZurichJS operates under the Swiss JavaScript Group, a registered non-profit association (Verein) in Switzerland. This legal structure ensures our commitment to fostering JavaScript communities across Switzerland while maintaining transparency and accountability to our members and the broader developer community.

The Swiss JavaScript Group serves as the umbrella organization for JavaScript meetups and events throughout Switzerland, with ZurichJS being our flagship community in the Zurich area. This structure allows us to:

  • Operate as a recognized non-profit organization under Swiss law
  • Maintain transparent financial operations and governance
  • Collaborate with other JavaScript communities across Switzerland
  • Provide legal protection and proper insurance for our events
  • Ensure compliance with Swiss regulations and data protection laws

Non-Profit Commitment

As a non-profit association, our primary mission is to serve the JavaScript community, not to generate profit. All revenue from events and sponsorships goes directly back into improving our community offerings, securing better venues, bringing in top-tier speakers, and expanding our reach across Switzerland.

This commitment ensures that ZurichJS remains accessible, community-focused, and dedicated to advancing JavaScript education and networking opportunities for developers at all levels.

Our JavaScript Journey

From humble beginnings to an unstoppable community of JS enthusiasts!

November 2024

Zurich JS is Born!

Our first meetup brought together 34 developers at novu! We seized the opportunity to redefine what a JavaScript community could be in the Zurich area. We were honored to have Nico Martin, a renowned AI Google Developer Expert, as our inaugural speaker.

Zurich JS is Born!
January 2025

Our Community Grows

We reached 100 followers on LinkedIn while our Meetup group flourished to 80-90 active members. The momentum was building!

Our Community Grows
February 2025

Zurich JS Makes International & Local Friends

For our second meetup, we welcomed Evangelia who flew in specially from Thessaloniki, Greece. This month also marked the beginning of our valuable partnership with Web Zurich!

Zurich JS Makes International & Local Friends
March 2025

Partnerships to the Moon!

We expanded into the international conference scene, establishing partnerships with React Paris and Code Blossom, complementing our existing collaborations with CityJS and Grusp.

Partnerships to the Moon!
March 2025

ZurichJS x Vue Zurich

We proudly merged with the Vue Zurich meetup, welcoming their community into ours. We celebrated with Adam Berecz, a distinguished Vue.js expert from Hungary and founder of Vueform, as our featured speaker.

ZurichJS x Vue Zurich
April 2025

ZurichJS Comes to Smallpdf

Smallpdf graciously hosted our 4th meetup, joining our roster of generous venue partners alongside Ginetta, novu ag, and GetYourGuide in Zurich.

ZurichJS Comes to Smallpdf

ZurichJS by the numbers

Our JavaScript community continues to grow and thrive thanks to amazing members like you!

863
Community Members
11
Meetups Hosted
30
Amazing Speakers
448
Total Attendees

Our Growth Journey 📈

Watch how our meetup attendance has grown as the ZurichJS community expands!

61
Avg. Attendees
93
Highest Attendance
+56%
Attendance Growth
Percentage increase from our first to latest meetup
+19
New Attendees
Additional attendees gained since our first meetup

Meetup Attendance Growth

Our biggest event so far was Zurich JS Meetup #4: April stands for AI with 93 attendees!

As our community grows, so does our impact on the JavaScript ecosystem in Zurich!

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Meet the JS Enthusiasts Behind the Magic ✨

Our team is passionate about building an amazing JavaScript community in Zurich!

Faris Aziz

Faris Aziz

Founder & Lead Organizer

Staff Software Engineer and conference speaker focused on React, resilient systems, and scaling products used by millions. Founder of ZurichJS, passionate about practical architecture, great DX, and developer communities.

Bogdan Mihai Ilie

Bogdan Mihai Ilie

Founder & Lead Organizer

Frontend specialist with a knack for making everyone feel welcome! Passionate about inclusive tech communities and Vue.

Enrique Ruiz Durazo

Enrique Ruiz Durazo

Official Photographer

Software engineer, product designer, and content creator. Obsessed with crafting great websites, apps, and creating quality content.

Nadja Hesselbjerg

Nadja Hesselbjerg

Community Supporter

Nadja is a Zurich-based frontend developer with a flair for crafting sleek, user-friendly web experiences. With a passion for innovative UX/UI design, she transforms complex ideas into intuitive digital solutions. Her multicultural background adds a unique perspective to her work. When she's not coding, Nadja is likely exploring the latest design trends or enjoying the vibrant Swiss tech scene.

What Makes ZurichJS Special 💫

Our community thrives because of these shared values that guide everything we do!

Inclusivity & Respect 🤝

ZurichJS welcomes everyone, regardless of experience level, background, or coding style! We believe in creating a safe, respectful space where all JavaScript enthusiasts feel valued and heard.

Learning & Growth 📚

We're passionate about continuous learning! From beginners to experts, everyone has something to learn and something to teach. We embrace new ideas and technologies with open arms.

Collaboration & Support 🌟

The magic happens when we work together! We encourage collaboration, mentorship, and supporting each other's growth in the JavaScript ecosystem.

Fun & Creativity 🎨

JavaScript should be fun! We celebrate creative solutions, quirky approaches, and the joy of coding. Our meetups combine learning with fun social interactions.

Ready to Join the JS Revolution? 🚀🧑‍💻

Become part of our vibrant JavaScript community and connect with fellow developers in Zurich!