The primary goal of Qdrant Stars is to recognize, reward, and support our most active and helpful users making significant contributions to the vector search community. The Qdrant Stars Handbook is your go-to resource for navigating the Stars program and how to take the most advantage of it.
Qdrant Stars is a recognition program designed for the most engaged members of our community. It supports those who actively contribute through discussions, create informative content, and lead educational events.
As a Qdrant Star, you’ll be equipped with exclusive resources, training, and direct access to our development team, enabling you to effectively communicate your expertise, share your passion for vector search technology, and inspire others to explore its possibilities.
Your contributions will be amplified, celebrated, and essential in shaping the future direction of the Qdrant ecosystem.
It’s not about how much you do, it’s about the impact. We track how your activities help the community grow, so we can support you in the best way possible.
As a Qdrant Star, you gain exclusive access to resources, financial rewards, and support for content creation, events, and certifications. This program is designed to amplify your impact, help you grow as a leader, and empower you to shape the future of vector search technology.
Public speaking is a powerful way to amplify your voice and share your expertise. Whether it’s a local meetup or a global conference, we’re here to support you with resources, coaching, and promotional materials. Plus, we’ll reimburse your travel expenses, just submit a report after the event.
Need help deciding which conferences to attend? Talk to our team or to your peers on the Qdrant Stars Discord Channel for insights into which events might offer the most benefit based on your expertise.
We offer a variety of resources to help you prepare impactful presentations, including:
Access it here: Official Qdrant Slide
Before the event, you can schedule a rehearsal with our team to run through your talk. You’ll receive constructive feedback to fine-tune your performance, ensuring you deliver your message confidently and effectively.
We supply a range of promotional materials, such as:
These materials help you engage your audience and leave a lasting impression.
Note: After your trip, submit all receipts along with a travel expense report to get reimbursed.
At Qdrant, we value every contribution, whether it’s a short post, a community talk, or a complex open-source integration. Our reward system is designed to acknowledge efforts at every level, ensuring your impact is recognized and celebrated.
Reward: $25 – $75
Examples: Blog articles, concise tutorials, documentation improvements
Short doesn’t mean shallow. Focus on clarity, accuracy, and usefulness – even a quick technical insight or a well-structured post can make a real difference for others in the community.
Reward: $75 – $200
Examples: In-depth tutorials, real-world use case implementations, or integration walkthroughs
Show not just how, but why. Go deeper into architecture choices, performance trade-offs, and how Qdrant was used to solve real problems. Examples: integrating with LangChain, DSPy, or custom RAG workflows.
Reward: $200 – $500
Examples: Open-source integrations, full demo apps, deep benchmarking studies, recorded technical sessions, or smaller events
These efforts require time and expertise – include documentation, code, or results that others can replicate and learn from. Quality and reproducibility matter most.
Reward: $500 – $1000+
Examples: Flagship tutorials, major community initiatives, or high-impact public talks/events
These are the hallmark contributions – projects or resources that stay valuable for months and elevate the Qdrant ecosystem long-term.
Some contributions now have fixed reward amounts for faster recognition:
We encourage real-world events that bring the Qdrant community together! Events in Priority Zones (USA, Western & Northern Europe) receive bonus rewards, though we welcome and support events from all regions - with a primary focus on these key areas.
To determine the appropriate reward category for your contribution, we evaluate based on:
Content is a crucial aspect of the Qdrant Stars program. These publications can be in the format of articles, blogs, tutorials, examples, or demos. So we go out of our way to maximize the impact of your contributions and enable you to create content that highlights the power and versatility of vector search technology in your own style.
Meetups and workshops are fantastic ways to engage with the community and share knowledge about vector search technology. In this section, you will find everything you need to organize such events, from planning to execution, including format ideas, promotion strategies, managing expenses, and measuring success.
Choosing the right format is crucial for the success of any event. Here are some engaging formats that can help make your Qdrant event a standout success:
You’re not alone in promoting your events. We are here to provide support to ensure that your initiatives gain the visibility and reach they deserve. Our promotional support includes:
Qdrant Stars are passionate advocates and leaders in the vector search community. Each member brings unique expertise and contributes significantly to advancing and improving vector search technology. To learn more about each of our Stars and their contributions, please visit Qdrant Stars Member Page.
We love it when our community helps us grow by identifying new talent! If you know someone who’s passionate about vector search technology and could make a significant contribution as a Qdrant Star, we want to hear about them.
Please complete this nomination form to tell us about your nominee. The form will ask for some basic details about the candidate and why you think they’d be a perfect addition to the Qdrant Stars.
We have set up a private dedicated Discord channel for all Qdrant Stars. This channel is your exclusive access for daily interactions, support, and sharing. Use the Discord server to ask questions, seek advice, share your successes, and discuss topics related to Qdrant technology with your fellow ambassadors and the Qdrant team.
Need access to the channel? Contact the program manager with your Discord username for the necessary permissions.
Help us enhance the program by reporting your activities and providing feedback on what worked well, what could be improved, and any suggestions you may have.
Every quarter, we’ll send you a quick email survey to gather your feedback on the Qdrant Stars program. Share your thoughts on the support you receive, the resources available, and your overall experience. Your input helps us keep improving!
Effectively managing budgets is key for various activities such as conferences, events, and training sessions.
To ensure smooth and transparent processing of rewards and reimbursements, please follow these steps carefully:
If you have any questions or concerns about your budget or expenses, just reach out. We’re here to help.
Community events bring together people who are enthusiastic about vector search technology to learn from each other, share experiences, and collaborate. Joining these events can help you learn more about the latest in vector search technology, meet experts and peers, and share your own ideas and questions. Here’s what we have lined up:
Be a spotlight speaker! These talks are about user advocacy, highlighting the real-world impact of Qdrant’s vector search technology through your stories and experiences.
Curious about past talks? Check out our playlist of previous Vector Space Talks to see how others have successfully leveraged our technology.
No presentations, just conversations. Got questions about vector search or need some quick advice on your projects? Our Discord Office Hours are the place to be. It’s your opportunity to chat directly with the Qdrant team and other community experts in a relaxed setting.
Keep an eye on our Discord channel for announcements about upcoming Office Hours. It’s a great way to stay connected, get support, and contribute your own ideas.
If there’s something on your mind that you think deserves a spotlight during Office Hours, shoot us a message. We’re all ears and always looking for ways to address what matters most to our community.
We’ve compiled a list of essential resources. These articles, videos, and courses are designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of key concepts and practical applications to get started with Qdrant:
Feel free to explore these links and share your learnings with the community!