Developers are critical to the success of modern businesses as they create software that drives business growth and customer experiences. However, many executives outside of IT remain clueless about how to create an environment where developers thrive. To address this, a starter kit is provided which highlights key points such as recognizing developers as engineers and artists who require freedom to dream up solutions and take ownership of their work, measuring success through technical metrics rather than business metrics, engaging with the business to understand its goals and challenges, utilizing modern technology infrastructure to attract top talent, fostering entrepreneurship among developers by giving them responsibility for developing business skills, and recognizing and celebrating their achievements. By adopting these strategies, business leaders can create a positive environment that encourages developers to be creative, productive, and loyal, ultimately driving business success.