Welcome to DevStart!

This is our attempt to create a space where developmental cognitive scientists (but anyone is welcome) can discuss ideas, share knowledge, and grow together.

Feel free to ask questions and spark discussions—there are no wrong or “dumb” questions here! Whether you’re just starting your research journey or have years of experience in the field.

However, please remember that we’re all here trying to help each other. There may be different theoretical perspectives or methodological approaches to research problems, and that’s perfectly fine. Our hope is that together, we can learn from one another and create a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

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👋 Introduce Yourself

We’d love to get to know you! Head over to our Introduction Thread and tell us a bit about yourself—your research background, current projects, theoretical interests, or what brought you to DevStart. It’s a great way to connect with other researchers and find collaborators with similar interests or complementary expertise.

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📱 Make This Forum Your App

Want quick access to DevStart on your phone? You can install this forum as an app using Progressive Web App (PWA) technology! Here’s how:

Android & iPhone: Open the forum in your browser, tap the browser menu (three dots on Android, share button on iPhone), and look for “Add to Home Screen” or “Install App”

Once installed, you’ll have a dedicated app icon that opens the forum directly, with faster loading and offline capabilities. Perfect for staying connected with the community between lab meetings!

Don’t forget: After installation, open the app and go to its settings to enable push notifications so you never miss important discussions or replies to your posts.

Looking forward to seeing what we can build together!

The DevStart team.