Vasudev is a Google Developer Expert (GDE) in Google Cloud and seasoned professional serving as a Staff Data Engineer at Admiral Group. With a wealth of experience in the realms of Google Cloud Platform (GCP), big data, and data architecture, Vasudev has consistently demonstrated his prowess in implementing industry-leading products recognized by Gartner.

His journey in the world of technology has encompassed stints at renowned organizations like Hitachi and Ford, where he honed his expertise in data engineering and analysis. Vasudev is a practitioner and an active mentor, deeply committed to fostering talent and contributing to open-source technologies.

As a thought leader in his field, Vasudev has shared his insights and knowledge with a global audience through over 30 impactful talks. Vasudev continues to inspire and innovate, driving transformative change in the world of data and technology.

Vasudev is a Google Developer Expert (GDE) in Google Cloud and seasoned professional serving as a Staff Data Engineer at Admiral Group. With a wealth of experience in the realms of Google Cloud Platform (GCP), big data, and data architecture, Vasudev... Show more

Karoliina is the Head of Modern Work at OP Financial Group, the largest financial services group in Finland. She has over ten years of experience in developing teamwork and internal communications with modern digital tools and leading long-term change in organisations. Karoliina is a Microsoft MVP and a multi-awarded role model for her enthusiasm, knowledge-sharing, and community leadership. She is an experienced and inspiring speaker at international conferences, and she co-organizes the Finnish M365 Copilot User Group and CollabDays Finland Conference 💜 Community rocks!

Karoliina is the Head of Modern Work at OP Financial Group, the largest financial services group in Finland. She has over ten years of experience in developing teamwork and internal communications with modern digital tools and leading long-term chang... Show more

As a Senior Program Manager at Microsoft, I leverage my expertise in Fabric, Azure, and data architecture to help customers in the EMEA region overcome critical challenges and achieve their business goals. I have over 14 years of experience in designing, building, and monitoring data solutions that span integration, preparation, analytics, and reporting layers for various industries and domains.

I am passionate about enabling organizations to generate value from their data and empowering them with next-generation data and AI capabilities. I also contribute to the community by speaking at internal and external events and sharing insights and guidance on data strategy, governance, and architecture both within Microsoft Fabric and beyond.

Co-creator of Data Pancakes Channel, which talks about data management: https://www.youtube.com/@DataPancakes

As a Senior Program Manager at Microsoft, I leverage my expertise in Fabric, Azure, and data architecture to help customers in the EMEA region overcome critical challenges and achieve their business goals. I have over 14 years of experience in design... Show more

Heidi Hasting is a Business Intelligence professional and former software developer with over seven years experience in Microsoft products. She is an ALM/DLM enthusiast and Azure DevOps fan and co-founder and organiser of the Adelaide Power BI User Group. Heidi is a regular attendee at tech events including Azure Bootcamps, DevOps days, SQLSaturdays, Difinity and PASS Summit.

Heidi Hasting is a Business Intelligence professional and former software developer with over seven years experience in Microsoft products. She is an ALM/DLM enthusiast and Azure DevOps fan and co-founder and organiser of the Adelaide Power BI User G... Show more

Antonio Ojea is a Software Engineer at Google, where he works on Kubernetes. He is one of the top contributors of the Kubernetes project, Tech Lead in Kubernetes SIG Network & Testing with a proven track record in leading technical initiatives to enhance Kubernetes networking stability and performance. Enthusiastic advocate for strong testing practices within open-source communities.

Antonio Ojea is a Software Engineer at Google, where he works on Kubernetes. He is one of the top contributors of the Kubernetes project, Tech Lead in Kubernetes SIG Network & Testing with a proven track record in leading technical initiatives to enh... Show more

I have over 9 years of experience working in software development, including development, infrastructure architecture, and monitoring.

Currently, I am an SRE at SCRM Lidl International Hub, as well as a Microsoft MVP award recipient for 6 years in a row and a CNCF Ambassador. I spend most of my free time contributing to KEDA, a project that I'm passionate about. I love discussing technology and am always eager to learn more.

When I'm not working, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our puppies, and I take great pride in my family.

I have over 9 years of experience working in software development, including development, infrastructure architecture, and monitoring. Currently, I am an SRE at SCRM Lidl International Hub, as well as a Microsoft MVP award recipient for 6 years i... Show more

Ana María is a data professional with over 35 years of experience in the software industry and extensive experience, both in training and in projects, in data modeling and analysis with Microsoft technology like SQL, Power BI, and Fabric for advanced analytics.
She shares knowledge and experiences and promotes the visibility of female talent in technology.
You can find her in forums and international events and congresses in Spain, many European countries, LATAM, and the United States, as a speaker, organizer, or attendee, and also online on her Twitter account (ambynet), on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ambynet/) or her technical blog at AMBY.NET (https://amby.net/) which he has maintained for almost 20 years. She is a Power Platform Madrid community co-leader and leads projects and initiatives in Power Platform Spain.

Ana María is a data professional with over 35 years of experience in the software industry and extensive experience, both in training and in projects, in data modeling and analysis with Microsoft technology like SQL, Power BI, and Fabric for advanced... Show more

Callum Whyte is a x6 Microsoft MVP and x8 Umbraco MVP specialising in building robust scalable solutions on Azure and the .NET stack, as well as websites with the open-source Umbraco CMS. By day he heads up the award-winning team at Bump, across the UK and Australia.

Away from his desk you can find him organising community events; from local meetups and hackathons, to global conferences and roadshows. He’s an active contributor to open source projects, a regular speaker at events all over the world, as well as co-host of a weekly YouTube series “UmbraCoffee”!

Callum Whyte is a x6 Microsoft MVP and x8 Umbraco MVP specialising in building robust scalable solutions on Azure and the .NET stack, as well as websites with the open-source Umbraco CMS. By day he heads up the award-winning team at Bump, across the ... Show more

With 20+ years in data and analytics, I bring deep experience from consulting to product.

I’m passionate about building scalable, developer-friendly data solutions - and turning customer needs into powerful features. Today, I'm a PM helping shape Power BI within Microsoft Fabric.

As a seasoned speaker, I love sharing insights and continuously learning from the Microsoft data community.

With 20+ years in data and analytics, I bring deep experience from consulting to product. I’m passionate about building scalable, developer-friendly data solutions - and turning customer needs into powerful features. Today, I'm a PM helping shape... Show more

Coach Agile et Coach Professionnel, Olivier accompagne des individus, des équipes et des organisations ayant l’envie d’aller vers plus d’adaptabilité, de résilience et de pérennité humaine dans ce monde en perpétuel mouvement. Dans ce sens, il les aide à mobiliser les énergies vers un objectif porteur de sens, à mieux coopérer ensemble et à changer avec plaisir. Son approche se veut simple et légère, sans injonction et teintée de développement personnel.

Coach Agile et Coach Professionnel, Olivier accompagne des individus, des équipes et des organisations ayant l’envie d’aller vers plus d’adaptabilité, de résilience et de pérennité humaine dans ce monde en perpétuel mouvement. Dans ce sens, il les ai... Show more

Steve Jones has been working with databases and computers for over two decades. He has worked with SQL Server since 1991, from v4.2 through SQL Server 2016. He has been a DBA, developer, and manager in a variety of large and small companies across multiple industries. In 2001 Steve founded SQLServerCentral with two partners and has been publishing technical articles and facilitating discussions among SQL Server professionals ever since. He currently is the full time editor of SQLServerCentral, as well as an evangelist for Redgate Software. Steve is a 10 year Microsoft Data Platform MVP and lives on a horse ranch in Colorado.

Steve Jones has been working with databases and computers for over two decades. He has worked with SQL Server since 1991, from v4.2 through SQL Server 2016. He has been a DBA, developer, and manager in a variety of large and small companies across mu... Show more

John Kilmister is an Azure MVP, software engineer, and architect that enjoys exploring new technologies to solve real-world problems. With a background in e-commerce companies, he currently works as a software architect at a multinational company, working with teams on a range of Azure-based applications.

John Kilmister is an Azure MVP, software engineer, and architect that enjoys exploring new technologies to solve real-world problems. With a background in e-commerce companies, he currently works as a software architect at a multinational company, wo... Show more

Ahmed Hamdan is the Flutter Platforms Lead at MaibornWolff, where he drives the strategic adoption and growth of Flutter both within the company and across the wider tech ecosystem.

Specializing in Flutter since 2017, Ahmed has become a recognized expert and advocate, frequently sharing his knowledge with global audiences through conference talks and community events.

As a Community Organizer for Flutter Valencia and GDG Valencia, he is passionate about building vibrant developer communities that empower people to connect, learn, and grow together.

Ahmed Hamdan is the Flutter Platforms Lead at MaibornWolff, where he drives the strategic adoption and growth of Flutter both within the company and across the wider tech ecosystem. Specializing in Flutter since 2017, Ahmed has become a recognized... Show more

Ahmad Najjar is a Managing Solution Architect based in Oslo, Norway, with over 20 years of experience in the technology field. He is a Microsoft FastTrack Recognized Solution Architect (FTRSA), MCT, and MVP and has worked extensively with a wide range of technologies, including C#, ASP.NET, SQL, and SharePoint. Ahmad has a proven track record of designing and implementing solutions across Microsoft’s key platforms—Power Platform, Microsoft 365, Azure, and Dynamics 365. His specialization in Power Automate, Power Apps, and AI Builder allows him to deliver tailored, innovative solutions.

Ahmad’s expertise spans multiple areas, including Information Architecture, Cloud Architecture, Solutions Architecture, Applications Architecture & Design, Database Design, and Integration Architecture. He has a deep understanding of designing scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing systems. His work frequently involves creating comprehensive architecture blueprints, defining technical standards, and solving complex problems across various domains.

Beyond his technical skills, Ahmad is a seasoned author and technical reviewer, contributing to several books in the industry. His leadership extends to organizing IT events, where he has spent over eight years fostering a vibrant tech community. For over a decade, he has been actively enabling and facilitating community-driven and technical initiatives, sharing his knowledge and helping upskill others in the field.

Ahmad's passion for technology and continuous learning drives him to stay at the forefront of emerging technologies. He aims to continue expanding his expertise, particularly in artificial intelligence and digital transformation.

Ahmad Najjar is a Managing Solution Architect based in Oslo, Norway, with over 20 years of experience in the technology field. He is a Microsoft FastTrack Recognized Solution Architect (FTRSA), MCT, and MVP and has worked extensively with a wide rang... Show more

Matteo is a Cloud Solution Architect in the ABS Tech Strategy - AI Stack team in Microsoft. In his role, he works with global companies to build innovative projects for the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, based on the latest innovations in the AI & applications development space. He has a strong passion for knowledge sharing and he supports the developer community by writing articles, blog posts and books and by speaking at conferences all around the world. Before joining Microsoft, he was a Microsoft MVP in the Windows Development category and a Nokia Developer Champion for almost 5 years.

Matteo is a Cloud Solution Architect in the ABS Tech Strategy - AI Stack team in Microsoft. In his role, he works with global companies to build innovative projects for the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, based on the latest innovations in the AI & applicat... Show more

Daniel Taylor is a Senior Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft, specializing in data migrations to Azure. With over 20 years of experience across consulting, media, insurance, and enterprise-scale SQL Server environments, Daniel helps organizations modernize and optimize their data platforms. A seasoned speaker at SQL Saturday and pre-conference sessions, Daniel delivers practical insights on topics like Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Fabric, and performance tuning. He also creates technical content and videos for Microsoft and Tales from the Field, showcasing real-world solutions and best practices. Passionate about empowering data professionals, Daniel brings clarity, expertise, and energy to every session.

Daniel Taylor is a Senior Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft, specializing in data migrations to Azure. With over 20 years of experience across consulting, media, insurance, and enterprise-scale SQL Server environments, Daniel helps organizations ... Show more

Anja Schröder is a Microsoft MVP and Modern Workplace Architect at Skaylink. She designs and builds Microsoft 365 architectures and leads their technical implementation from initial concept to rollout. Her approach ensures that solutions are not only secure and reliable but also improve the day-to-day work experience. Her expertise lies in Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and Copilot. In her sessions, she combines deep technical knowledge with practical examples to show how organizations can unlock the full potential of Microsoft 365.

Anja Schröder is a Microsoft MVP and Modern Workplace Architect at Skaylink. She designs and builds Microsoft 365 architectures and leads their technical implementation from initial concept to rollout. Her approach ensures that solutions are not only... Show more

Aidan Finn (@joe_elway) is a Microsoft Azure MVP and the founder of Cloud Mechanix, where he delivers expert-led Azure training and consulting based on decades of real-world experience. With a career spanning infrastructure, virtualisation, and cloud, Aidan helps organisations design secure, scalable Azure solutions—and empowers teams to master the platform themselves. Learn more at cloudmechanix.com and his blog, aidanfinn.com.

Aidan Finn (@joe_elway) is a Microsoft Azure MVP and the founder of Cloud Mechanix, where he delivers expert-led Azure training and consulting based on decades of real-world experience. With a career spanning infrastructure, virtualisation, and clou... Show more

Hi! I'm Aldan, and I'm passionate about technology and research. I studied Computer Science in Spain, France and Switzerland, founded a few associations and contributed to open source projects. I've also been lucky enough to get some recognition for leadership and academic achievements, and I love learning from the community and participating in events. Currently, I'm working on research that combines Natural Language Processing and Knowledge Graphs, two topics I'm always happy to talk about!

Hi! I'm Aldan, and I'm passionate about technology and research. I studied Computer Science in Spain, France and Switzerland, founded a few associations and contributed to open source projects. I've also been lucky enough to get some recognition for ... Show more

Indiana Jones of the cloud technologies. Hanna takes her customer on an amazing journey across the world of Azure and they live their best life riding on the back of the best practices, deciphering networking, fighting wild acronyms and discovering the wonders of Azure administration!

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional, Microsoft Certified Trainer, Quantum computing - evangelist and a Belgian Quantum Circle Representative.
Frequent podcast guest and conference speaker Hanna's main focus is simplifying the complex in the technology world by democratizing access to IT expertise via her social platforms and public speaking.

Hanna is an AI Lead at Azelis, where she manages strategic AI projects and cloud migration initiatives. In addition to her role at Azelis, she freelances as an Azure trainer, delivering technical training sessions. Previously, she served as a Azure Trainer at Microsoft, where she provided live, tailored training for clients across Europe and South America and developed high-quality studio content for widespread educational use.

There is no business without technology. The goal is to bridge the gaps between the two worlds and democratize the knowledge by presenting tech topics in approachable way.

Hanna is based in Brussels, Belgium. Personally, fan of Dungeons&Dragons, couchsurfing and foreign languages.

Indiana Jones of the cloud technologies. Hanna takes her customer on an amazing journey across the world of Azure and they live their best life riding on the back of the best practices, deciphering networking, fighting wild acronyms and discovering t... Show more

Looking to leverage the power of your business data?

Join Sai Prudhvi Neelakantam, a triple Microsoft and Databricks-certified data professional at Evidi, for practical sessions on Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Azure, Databricks, and Azure AI. He'll share applied strategies for building data pipelines and lakehouses, developing and deploying AI/ML models, and creating compelling data stories in Power BI.

Get ready to take your data skills to the next level!

Looking to leverage the power of your business data? Join Sai Prudhvi Neelakantam, a triple Microsoft and Databricks-certified data professional at Evidi, for practical sessions on Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Azure, Databricks, and Azure AI. He'l... Show more

Paul is a Consulting Director & the Fabric Capabilities Owner for 3Cloud Solutions, and a 16-year Microsoft Data Platform MVP. He consults, writes, speaks, teaches & blogs at SqlServerBI.blog about business intelligence and reporting solutions. He works with companies around the world to model data at enterprise scale, visualize and deliver critical information to make informed decisions using the Microsoft data platform. He is a user group leader in the Portland/Vancouver metro area. As a published author on Power BI, Fabric, TSQL, SSAS & SSRS, he holds several Data Platform credentials and all current Fabric & Power BI certifications.

Paul is a Consulting Director & the Fabric Capabilities Owner for 3Cloud Solutions, and a 16-year Microsoft Data Platform MVP. He consults, writes, speaks, teaches & blogs at SqlServerBI.blog about business intelligence and reporting solutions. He wo... Show more

Cory is an author, a 12 time Microsoft MVP, and international speaker. He is founder of reactjsconsulting, where he helps companies transition to React. He has trained over 10,000 software developers at conferences and businesses worldwide. Cory has authored over a dozen courses on JavaScript, React, C#, testing, and web development on Pluralsight and Dometrain. He shares software development tips daily on X as @housecor.

Cory is an author, a 12 time Microsoft MVP, and international speaker. He is founder of reactjsconsulting, where he helps companies transition to React. He has trained over 10,000 software developers at conferences and businesses worldwide. Cory has ... Show more

Dedicated to the world of Microsoft solutions with focus on Power Platform and M365. Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador. Lover of technology, gaming and cats.

Dedicated to the world of Microsoft solutions with focus on Power Platform and M365. Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador. Lover of technology, gaming and cats. Show more

I am a developer who is passionate about building community, have a podcast where I help spread awareness about the capabilities of different tech tool, a YouTuber, and a Power Platform developer at a Microsoft Partner Company.

I am a developer who is passionate about building community, have a podcast where I help spread awareness about the capabilities of different tech tool, a YouTuber, and a Power Platform developer at a Microsoft Partner Company. Show more

Platform Engineer at Space International during the day, tinkerer during the night

Platform Engineer at Space International during the day, tinkerer during the night Show more

J'ai toujours évolué dans le domaine des solutions Microsoft, en passant par des expériences professionnelles sur les technologies de gestion des identités et des accès, de messagerie, de communications unifiées, de réseaux et télécoms.

Initié dans le domaine de l'IAM Microsoft depuis la fin des années 90, Active Directory est une de mes passions et occupations quotidiennes depuis sa naissance, puis Azure Active Directory/Entra ID depuis son plus jeune age.
En complément, j'ai débuté sur les communications unifiées avec Live Communications Server et continue d'intervenir sur les communications unifiées avec Teams.

Depuis quelques années, mon expertise porte principalement sur les solutions de cybersécurité des services cloud Microsoft, et sur la téléphonie Teams.

J'ai toujours évolué dans le domaine des solutions Microsoft, en passant par des expériences professionnelles sur les technologies de gestion des identités et des accès, de messagerie, de communications unifiées, de réseaux et télécoms. Initié da... Show more

Monica Morehouse (Rathbun), a Microsoft MVP for Data Platform, resides in Virginia and brings two decades of experience across various database platforms, with a particular focus on SQL Server and the Microsoft Data Platform. She is a frequent speaker at IT industry conferences, where she shares her expertise on performance tuning and configuration management for both on-premises and cloud environments. Monica leads the Hampton Roads SQL Server User Group and is passionate about SQL Server and its community, she is dedicated to giving back in any way she can. You can often find her online (@sqlespresso) offering helpful tips or blogging at sqlespresso.com.

Monica Morehouse (Rathbun), a Microsoft MVP for Data Platform, resides in Virginia and brings two decades of experience across various database platforms, with a particular focus on SQL Server and the Microsoft Data Platform. She is a frequent speake... Show more

I am an internationally recognized consultant, software architect, and book writer with over 15 years of experience in software architecture and development across a range of domains. In my career, I worked with all layers of the software engineering and multiple types of applications, including logistics, e-commerce, machine learning, data analysis, and database management. I am always interested in digging deeper, exploring machine code, and going through implementation details to better understand the internals of the technologies I use every day. That's why I like debugging, decompiling and disassembling the code to understand memory models, concurrency problems and other details hidden deep inside. In my free time, I play ping-pong, watch Woody Allen's movies and blog stuff at http://blog.adamfurmanek.pl

I am an internationally recognized consultant, software architect, and book writer with over 15 years of experience in software architecture and development across a range of domains. In my career, I worked with all layers of the software engineering... Show more

Dr. Nico Jacobs started his career as a data mining researcher at the university of Leuven, Belgium. He joined U2U in 2004 as an instructor, author and technology strategist. His current technical expertise focuses on Power BI and Data Engineering/Data Science on Microsoft Azure. As a passionate trainer, Nico likes to inspire his students to gain a thorough knowledge on the subject. Nico regularly speaks at local and international conferences. You can see what he’s up to by following @SqlWaldorf on Twitter .

Dr. Nico Jacobs started his career as a data mining researcher at the university of Leuven, Belgium. He joined U2U in 2004 as an instructor, author and technology strategist. His current technical expertise focuses on Power BI and Data Engineering/Da... Show more