Vonage Dev Newsletter, February 2024: New tutorials, user group, and events
Tags: vonage, api, tutorials, news
Published: 2024-03-01 15:43:44

Hello! The invitation is still open to join our dynamic user group: **Your Vonage Viewpoint**. It’s a great chance to share your opinion and score exciting rewards. But that’s just the start! Keep reading for **new tutorials** and **upcoming events**. And reach out anytime, across our [social channels](https://twitter.com/VonageDev), with your questions or ideas. As always, thanks for being part of the Vonage Community.

The Vonage Developer Relations Team 💜

**<span style="text-decoration:underline;">ANNOUNCEMENTS</span>**

**[Your Vonage Viewpoint — NEW USER GROUP](https://airtable.com/appLcecEY22AoOVqs/shrHXnfCfGFVAqxul)**

Do you want Vonage to release a certain feature? Or maybe you’re frustrated with our dashboard build but don’t know where to shout? Well say hello to Your Vonage Viewpoint, where your insights can refine developer products, services, and campaigns across Vonage Communications and Network APIs. Join in and enjoy:

* A private Slack Community channel
* Quarterly rewards for your participation
* The opportunity to shape Vonage products and roadmaps (including exclusive access)

**[Start now](https://airtable.com/appLcecEY22AoOVqs/shrHXnfCfGFVAqxul)**


**<span style="text-decoration:underline;">TUTORIALS</span>**

**[How to Send WhatsApp Messages With Laravel](https://developer.vonage.com/en/blog/send-whatsapp-messages-with-laravel-dr)** 

Unlock the power of seamless WhatsApp messages in your app with **Laravel** and **Vonage Messages API**. **Jim Seconde** helps you elevate your app messaging power. [Read more](https://developer.vonage.com/en/blog/send-whatsapp-messages-with-laravel-dr)


**[Real-Time Translation With Vonage Video API](https://developer.vonage.com/en/blog/real-time-translation-with-vonage-video-api)** 

Break language barriers with **Vonage Video API**. **Javier Molina Sanz** guides you through creating inclusive and accessible video experiences for a global audience — with real-time translation and our Video API.[ Read more](https://developer.vonage.com/en/blog/real-time-translation-with-vonage-video-api)

**[Build an Escape Plan With the Vonage Voice API and Get a Ghost Call](https://developer.vonage.com/en/blog/build-an-escape-plan-with-the-vonage-voice-api-and-get-a-ghost-call)**

Excuse yourself discreetly with **Vonage Voice API**. **Amanda Cavallaro** shows how to trigger a ghost call by sending an SMS to a virtual number. Welcome to the art of subtle exits (!).[ Read more](https://developer.vonage.com/en/blog/build-an-escape-plan-with-the-vonage-voice-api-and-get-a-ghost-call)

**[How to Build a Role-Playing Game With Vonage AI Studio and Notion](https://developer.vonage.com/en/blog/how-to-build-a-role-playing-game-with-vonage-ai-studio-and-notion)** 

Dive into the magic of game development with **Diana Pham**. **Vonage AI Studio** and Notion are the tools to craft your own RPG — all inspired by Baldur's Gate 3, the 2023 game of the year.[ Read more](https://developer.vonage.com/en/blog/how-to-build-a-role-playing-game-with-vonage-ai-studio-and-notion)

 
**[Anything-to-SMS With IFTTT and Vonage](https://developer.vonage.com/en/blog/anything-to-sms-with-ifttt-and-vonage)** 

Get to know the 'If This Then That' magic for automating tasks across web services and devices with no code. **Benjamin Aronov** shows how he created an **IFTTT** applet using the **Vonage AI Studio** platform for SMS weather alerts.[ Read more](https://developer.vonage.com/en/blog/anything-to-sms-with-ifttt-and-vonage)

**[Sending SMS Messages With PHP](https://developer.vonage.com/en/blog/sending-sms-messages-with-php-dr)** 

Keep it simple and powerful with **PHP**. **Jim Seconde** walks through the steps of sending messages with minimal PHP lines — including a raw script and sleek web app framework.[ Read more](https://developer.vonage.com/en/blog/sending-sms-messages-with-php-dr)

[ See More](https://developer.vonage.com/en/blog/tutorials)

**EVENTS**

**[London Java Community Meetup](https://www.londonjavacommunity.co.uk/)** (London, March 14)

We’re excited to continue our partnership with the **London Java Community**. And we’re opening the doors of the Vonage London office — so please join us for great workshops, tasty food, and exclusive swag. And did we mention the Vonage Trivia Challenge?

 

**[Laracon India](https://laracon.in/)** (Udaipur, March 23 to 24)

The official **Laravel** conference travels to India for the first time. Speakers and presentations focus on Laravel, PHP, VueJS, web development, and more. Jim Seconde leads a must-attend session — Welcome to the PHP Agency Wild West. 

[See More](https://developer.vonage.com/en/community)