AI is rapidly transforming developer communities, reshaping how developers collaborate, share knowledge, and drive innovation. This talk explores the findings from our recent studies investigating the multifaceted impacts of AI-driven innovations on these communities including being able to leverage expert perspectives more easily, enable expansive creative uses, and better understand the scope of what LLM-based tools can successfully produce for the community. I will also explore how AI can facilitate better collaboration and knowledge sharing within & beyond developer communities while being reasonably critical of the challenges and ethical considerations that accompany these advancements. Finally, I will emphasize the importance of inclusive practices to ensure that the benefits of AI are accessible to a range of community members and highlight successful best practices being applied today.