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Developer Newsletter
January 2026
 
 
To the best community in the world: Thank You!
2025 was a year of incredible momentum. Looking back at the projects you delivered and the challenges you solved, we are constantly inspired by the innovation within this community.
You built. You shared. You inspired. Thank you for your tireless commitment and for pushing the boundaries of what is possible. As we step into an exciting 2026 and get ready for the Agentic future, we are proud to have you by our side.
Watch the video for a look back at an unforgettable year!

ONE Conference 2026: Call for Speakers!
If you’ve built an innovative app, delivered a solution to a tricky challenge, or mastered agentic AI with OutSystems, ONE Conference 2026 is calling you. Designed by and for developers, ONE technical sessions offer something for everyone, from people new to OutSystems to seasoned pros. Every year, members of our community show up to share their knowledge and help others sharpen their skills. We encourage you to join them!

Groundhog Day AI Challenge: Break the loop, win $1,000!

Think you can break the cycle? The Groundhog Day AI Challenge is officially live! Punxsutawney is trapped in a temporal glitch: Phil has been kidnapped, the festivities are in chaos, and the day won't end until you fix it. We’re calling on developers to use their AI skills to navigate this adventure, save the groundhog, and restore the timeline. Whether you're a prompt engineer or a logic puzzle pro, join the fun today to prove your skills and compete for a $1,000 grand prize.

 
 
Featured from the Community
 
 
Posts and videos from the community with hints, tips, and how-tos to help you get work done.
 
 
  1. How to create an agent for managing shift work schedules with OutSystems Agent Workbench
    Ricardo Pereira, OutSystems MVP and OutSystems Factory Manager at VIRTHIO, in this article exemplifies the implementation of a simple case that can be scaled to more complex scenarios, but attempts to open the door to the basic concepts of grounding data, prompts, model calling, and output structuring.

  2. Smart Throttling in OutSystems: Two Approaches That Work
    Check this article from Susana Marques, OutSystems Developer at Product League, where she shares two real-world scenarios where throttling made the difference between a system crash and keeping everything under control.

  3. Proving Vector Storage & Retrieval Inside OutSystems Developer Cloud
    Michael de Guzman, an OutSystems Champion and Senior Technical Consultant at DB Results, walks us through the process of how vector storage and semantic search can work natively inside ODC without external dependencies.

  4. How to Dynamically Change Your OutSystems Capacitor Mobile App Icon in ODC (Android + iOS)
    Paulo Solipa, OutSystems Front End Developer at Product League, walks us step-by-step through the required configuration, how to use the plugin in ODC, and successfully change your app icon dynamically. Dynamic icons can create a more personalized experience and add a “wow factor” to your app.
 
 
The Dev Zone
 
 
Blog posts, documentation, and videos created by the OutSystems extended team to give you technical insights into the platform.
 
 
Making web pages look great with OutSystems Flex Classes
Technical Solution Delivery Senior Developer João Vicente shows us how to effortlessly arrange web content in OutSystems by leveraging Flex Classes. Discover how to precisely align, stack, and size elements to create professional interfaces without the need for complex code.

Enforce single user sessions with OutSystems and WebSockets
Vasco Santos, Technical Solution Delivery Lead, shows us how to enforce single-user sessions in OutSystems by leveraging WebSockets. Discover how this real-time approach enhances security and data integrity by instantly terminating outdated sessions when a user logs in from a new device.
 
 
News and Announcements
 
 
Build high-quality mobile apps faster on ODC with Capacitor & Mobile UI

Upgrade your mobile apps with our new Capacitor-based native runtime and a modern mobile-optimized UI framework. This update moves beyond standard web wrappers, empowering teams to build native-quality applications across platforms quickly. With modern architecture and high-performance components and gestures, you can deliver truly native-feel mobile experiences.

Automate Quality Gates with Mentor in your CI/CD Tool

Stop manually checking code quality dashboards. You can now integrate Mentor Code Quality results directly into your existing CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, etc.). Trigger automatic analysis on every revision and use the returned findings information to enforce deployment gates programmatically. Check how!

Ground ODC AI Agents with O11 Data

Building AI agents on ODC but your data lives in O11? With the new Data Fabric Connector you can now "ground" your AI models by securely accessing trusted O11 business data directly from your ODC apps, eliminating the need for complex data synchronization or immediate migration. Want to see it in action? Join us on February 19 for a live demo of the connector and a look at our interoperability vision.

Product Updates - Episode 12
The latest product update is out, covering the Mobile UI Framework, ODC Mobile Libraries, and Forge Plugin compatibility. Discover these updates and more here.

 
 
OutSystems Jobs
 
 
  1. Senior OutSystems Developer at United Rentals; US; Remote
  2. OutSystems Tech Lead / Architect at CGB Solution; Muscat; OM
  3. OutSystems Developer at Panel Sist. Informaticos; Spain; Remote
  4. OutSystems Developer at ARHS Group; Brussels; BE
  5. OutSystems Tech Lead at STAFFWORXS; United States; Remote
 
 
Upcoming Training & Events
 
 
  • Utrecht User Group February 2026 | In-Person Event | UTRECHT, NL | Feb 5
    Join us in Utrectht for another great user group! This time Nuno Azevedo, OutSystems developer at NovioQ, will show us a mindblowing customer use case. Mark your calendar!

  • Meet the OutSystems Unified Platform | In-Person Event | LISBON, PT | Feb 5
    Explore the power of AI with OutSystems, get inspired by the Unified Platform, and connect with the community in Lisbon.

  • COIMBRA OSUG: ODC - Evolution vs Revolution | In-Person Event | COIMBRA, PT | Feb 5
    The OutSystems Developer Cloud (ODC) represents a relevant and unavoidable change in the OutSystems ecosystem — but is it a natural evolution or a true revolution in the way we develop on the platform?

  • Master the Agent Workbench & Build Your First AI Agent (Hands-on Workshop) | In-Person Event | LONDON, UK | Feb 10
    Join us for the next OutSystems London User Group for a high-energy, hands-on event! This time, we’re moving away from traditional presentations to give you direct experience with the latest high-performance AI tools from the ODC platform.

  • UI and JavaScript Bryntum Magic in OutSystems! (In English) - Hybrid | Online Event | DÜSSELDORF, DE | Feb 11
    Explore Bryntum UI magic in OutSystems! Learn how to create rich, enterprise-grade apps with hands-on demos, advanced components, and community insights.

  • Banor e OutSystems: 14 anni di applicazioni e innovazione | Online Event | MILAN, IT | Feb 17
    We are excited to announce a new user group where Luca and Mattia will share Banor's journey with OutSystems. They will discuss how Banor began using the platform 14 years ago and how it has since evolved to become a key reference point for all their application development.

  • France OSUG : Février 2026 | Online Event | PARIS, FR | Feb 19
    Save the date! For this next meeting, we will welcome Edouard Guérin from OutSystems France. Edouard will talk about the new ODC features and you’ll have a chance to ask questions. Don’t miss it!