Building cool software in Telco industry

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Although living on a tropical island, Jochen Kirstätter is a business owner and entrepreneur in different industry sectors. Mainly operating in the development of tailor-made software solutions since more than 20 years, he is also venturing into the world of cloud computing. You can either meet him at the regular meetups of the Mauritius Software Craftsmanship Community or reach him on X and Mastodon: @JKirstaetter.

Jochen is a Google Developer Expert (GDE) for Google Cloud and a Microsoft Most Valuable Programmer (MVP) for Developer Technologies for several years. He founded the now largest IT community in Mauritius, and organises the annual Developers Conference. Following his interest in cross-platform technologies he is also an organiser of the Google Developer Group (GDG) Mauritius.

Although living on a tropical island, Jochen Kirstätter is a business owner and entrepreneur in different industry sectors. Mainly operating in the development of tailor-made software solutions since more than 20 years, he is also venturing into the ... Show more

Michelle Sandford is a Developer Engagement Leader who writes code, builds with GitHub and Azure AI, and learns out loud. She likes sharing what’s useful (and what isn’t), and believes shipping is better than talking about it:

- A community builder, connecting MVPs, user groups, universities, and developer communities into thriving ecosystems that learn together and lift each other higher.
- A technical storyteller, Michelle shapes how the world talks about AI‑powered engineering and Azure innovation bringing clarity, curiosity, and creativity to every conversation.
- A program strategist, designing scalable, repeatable motions that help developers grow their capability and confidence at pace with a rapidly evolving industry.
- A bridge between engineering and the field making sure developers feel heard, supported, and empowered, from the first line of code to the final production push.

Michelle Sandford is a Developer Engagement Leader who writes code, builds with GitHub and Azure AI, and learns out loud. She likes sharing what’s useful (and what isn’t), and believes shipping is better than talking about it: - A community builde... Show more

Andreas has been working in different positions within enterprise during the last two decades. A few years ago his focus was on all things mobile, then it shifted towards building web systems. After that, the focus was on cloud solutions and planet-scale architecture. Nowadays it's producing customer value using AI.

Andreas is the CTO at Axonis. In his spare time he spends time with his family, lifts things in the gym, playing around with AI tooling, and is involved in OSS as an Aurelia Core Team member.

Andreas has been working in different positions within enterprise during the last two decades. A few years ago his focus was on all things mobile, then it shifted towards building web systems. After that, the focus was on cloud solutions and planet-s... Show more

I love to tell you a story! Whether it's about autonomous agents, boosting personal productivity, enhancing your company's efficiency, exploring the latest CRM innovations within Dynamics 365, or mastering social selling through LinkedIn, I bring each story to life with passion and energy.

I love inspiring audiences, whether it’s on stage, through writing, in videos, or via podcast hosting.

Curious about Agents, AI, CRM, Copilot (Studio), Power Apps, Power Automate, or Power Pages? Ask me, and we could talk for hours.

With over 25 years of experience in the CRM field, I've supported marketing, sales, and service teams around the globe. While I’ve worked with almost every major CRM platform, Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM has stole my heart over the past decade.

Also check my website: https://robkuijpers.com/

I love to tell you a story! Whether it's about autonomous agents, boosting personal productivity, enhancing your company's efficiency, exploring the latest CRM innovations within Dynamics 365, or mastering social selling through LinkedIn, I bring ea... Show more

Sander ten Brinke is a Microsoft MVP (DevTech) and Senior Software Engineer at Arcady, a Dutch IT consultancy firm based in Zwolle. He loves working with .NET, Azure, DevOps and a whole lot more. He always stays up to date with all new technology and loves sharing his knowledge with everyone by speaking, blogging, podcasting and more!

Sander is an accomplished speaker, he has spoken at 40+ events, including meetups and big conferences like WeAreDevelopers World Congress 2024 and 2025 (15k attendees), NDC Oslo 2025,
Swetugg 2026, NDC Copenhagen 2026, FutureTech and more! He was in the top 3% of the most active speakers on the Sessionize Platform in 2024 and 2025!

Sander ten Brinke is a Microsoft MVP (DevTech) and Senior Software Engineer at Arcady, a Dutch IT consultancy firm based in Zwolle. He loves working with .NET, Azure, DevOps and a whole lot more. He always stays up to date with all new technology and... Show more

I help organizations design, build, and optimize secure, scalable Microsoft Azure platforms that deliver measurable business results.
For over 20 years, I’ve guided enterprise leaders and product teams through high-stakes cloud adoption, complex migrations, and performance optimization, combining deep technical expertise with a calm, collaborative style that keeps teams focused and projects on track.

My work includes:

- (Enterprise) cloud adoption & migration – ensuring smooth transitions with minimal risk
- Cost optimization & performance tuning – making Azure investments more efficient
- Security & compliance – protecting business-critical systems and data
- Platform engineering & landing zones – building robust foundations for innovation

I’ve been honored with nine consecutive Microsoft MVP awards for my contributions to the global Azure and .NET community. Outside client projects, I speak at international conferences and run workshops that turn complex cloud concepts into actionable insights.
Recent events include VS Live, NDC, Techorama Netherlands & Belgium; DevSum Sweden, Future Tech and Update Conf

Now, as founder of LoekD Consultancy BV, I partner with organizations ready to accelerate their Azure or software journey, whether that means starting fresh or unlocking more value from what you already have, accelerated with the power of AI.

Contact me for full projects, workshops or sparring sessions.

Let’s connect:
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/loekd
- GitHub: github.com/loekd
- BlueSky: bsky.app/profile/loekd.com

I help organizations design, build, and optimize secure, scalable Microsoft Azure platforms that deliver measurable business results. For over 20 years, I’ve guided enterprise leaders and product teams through high-stakes cloud adoption, complex mig... Show more

Taiob Ali is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with 20+ years of experience with SQL Server and Azure data services. While SQL Server remains his primary focus, he is currently learning, using, and teaching PostgreSQL, often describing himself as an accidental PostgreSQL DBA.
He is also exploring practical applications of AI in data platforms, including GitHub Copilot, Copilot agent development, and built‑in AI capabilities in SQL Server. Taiob is a frequent international speaker and an active community organizer.

Taiob Ali is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with 20+ years of experience with SQL Server and Azure data services. While SQL Server remains his primary focus, he is currently learning, using, and teaching PostgreSQL, often describing himself as an acci... Show more

Vivian Voss is a Microsoft Business Applications and M365 MVP who loves to help organizations transform their processes with Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. Vivian has around 10 years of experience in creating solutions within the Dynamics 365 suite and extending it with the tools from the Power Platform. She is also a co-organizer of various user groups and a frequent speaker at community events.

Vivian Voss is a Microsoft Business Applications and M365 MVP who loves to help organizations transform their processes with Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. Vivian has around 10 years of experience in creating solutions within the Dynamics 365 suite... Show more

Marcus is a platform engineer at Monzo, a UK based bank committed to making money work for everyone, helping build their infrastructure platform. His main area of focus in recent years has been around Go, Kubernetes, containers and DevOps but originally started out as a web developer and JavaScript enthusiast. A self-described “tinkerer”, when not building Kubernetes solutions, Marcus likes to dabble with 3D printing and experimenting with smart home tech.

Marcus is a platform engineer at Monzo, a UK based bank committed to making money work for everyone, helping build their infrastructure platform. His main area of focus in recent years has been around Go, Kubernetes, containers and DevOps but origina... Show more

Peter is a Cloud & Security Architect based in Denmark with extensive experience in the IT industry, specializing in Messaging, Collaboration, and Cloud security. Since 1996, he has been a consultant, focusing on technologies such as Microsoft 365, Exchange Server, Microsoft Teams, OneDrive for Business, Office 365, Purview Information Protection, and Microsoft Defender Security products.

Peter holds the prestigious Microsoft Certified Solutions Master (MCSM) certification in Exchange and has been recognized as a Microsoft MVP in Microsoft 365. He is a seasoned speaker, having presented at numerous high-profile events, including the European SharePoint Conference, European Collab Summit, Nordic Infrastructure Conference, Workplace Ninja Summit, Microsoft Campus Days, and various local User Group events.

In addition to his professional work, Peter leads the Danish WorkPlace Ninja User Group, which focuses on advancing knowledge in Microsoft Modern Workplace, Productivity, and Security.

Peter is a Cloud & Security Architect based in Denmark with extensive experience in the IT industry, specializing in Messaging, Collaboration, and Cloud security. Since 1996, he has been a consultant, focusing on technologies such as Microsoft 365, E... Show more

My name is Jasper Oosterveld. I am a Microsoft MVP, Data Security & Microsoft 365 Consultant working for Rubicon in the Netherlands. I’ve spent the last decade helping organizations tackle complex challenges around Microsoft 365 Governance, Adoption and Data Security with Microsoft Purview. My mission? To empower companies to protect their data and streamline collaboration in Microsoft 365, all while keeping Governance, Adoption and Data Security at the forefront.

My name is Jasper Oosterveld. I am a Microsoft MVP, Data Security & Microsoft 365 Consultant working for Rubicon in the Netherlands. I’ve spent the last decade helping organizations tackle complex challenges around Microsoft 365 Governance, Adoption ... Show more

Aditya Soni is a DevOps/SRE tech professional He worked with Product and Service based companies including Red Hat, Forrester Research, Searce, and is currently positioned at SailPoint as a Senior DevOps Engineer. He holds AWS, GCP, Azure, RedHat, and Kubernetes Certifications.He is a CNCF Ambassador, and AWS Community Builder for 4 years He leads AWS, CNCF, and HashiCorp user groups for Rajasthan State in India. He has spoken at many conferences, both in-person and virtually.

Aditya Soni is a DevOps/SRE tech professional He worked with Product and Service based companies including Red Hat, Forrester Research, Searce, and is currently positioned at SailPoint as a Senior DevOps Engineer. He holds AWS, GCP, Azure, RedHat, an... Show more

Software Engineer in Nagoya, Japan, building industrial IoT systems where web browsers talk directly to factory hardware through the Web Serial API. Ruby Core contributor with standard-library code shipped in Ruby 3.4 and Ruby 4.0. Uses AI coding agents daily under constraints most developers never face: production code that controls physical manufacturing lines, a code-review culture rooted in 引き算の美学 (the aesthetics of subtraction), and a rule that says if you change one line, verify every possible case. Speaker at DroidKaigi (Japan), DevFest Pescara (Italy), Helvetic Ruby (Switzerland), and Balkan Ruby (Bulgaria).

Software Engineer in Nagoya, Japan, building industrial IoT systems where web browsers talk directly to factory hardware through the Web Serial API. Ruby Core contributor with standard-library code shipped in Ruby 3.4 and Ruby 4.0. Uses AI coding age... Show more

I'm a passionate professional about business, entrepreneurship, technology, continue improving of human and technical skills to me and teams that I worked.
I'm acquired experience and knowledge in differents roles and practices that I like share and still learning from others. I was fortunate to work in the largest companies in our region and the globe. Argentine Telecom, Globant, Mercadolibre, Amazon Web Services
My mainly skill topics are SaaS, Platform engineering, SRE, Dev(Sec)Ops, Agile, Lean and Cloud Architecture.
I'm a football fan, animal lover, MMA practitioner and father of two beautiful childs.

I'm a passionate professional about business, entrepreneurship, technology, continue improving of human and technical skills to me and teams that I worked. I'm acquired experience and knowledge in differents roles and practices that I like share and... Show more

Lian always wanted to save the world. After leaving law school, she decided to work with computers instead.
While in Web Dev, she started attending tech events, and soon fell in love with the community. In her roles as Consultant and DevRel, Lian combined technical knowledge with a focus on the human side.
Currently, Lian works as freelance Platform Engineer in Amsterdam and is the Chief Karaoke Officer for Kuberoke, the first and only Kubernetes Karaoke Community. She also enjoys performing in musical improvisation theatre and standup comedy shows.

Lian always wanted to save the world. After leaving law school, she decided to work with computers instead. While in Web Dev, she started attending tech events, and soon fell in love with the community. In her roles as Consultant and DevRel, Lian c... Show more

Experienced professional with a diverse background in Software, Architecture, infrastructure, SRE, OpenSource. Versatile in Research and Development. Proven track record in various roles across startups and corporations. Committed team player, thriving in collaborative environments, and dedicated to continuous learning.

I love sharing what I learn, which is why I actively participate in tech communities, organize events, give talks, and create content on platforms like YouTube, X, and GitHub.

My goal when giving a talk is always to provide practical value by sharing real-world lessons, tools, and best practices that attendees can apply the very next day. If you join one of my sessions, you'll leave with clear ideas, real examples, and the motivation to try it yourself.

Experienced professional with a diverse background in Software, Architecture, infrastructure, SRE, OpenSource. Versatile in Research and Development. Proven track record in various roles across startups and corporations. Committed team player, thrivi... Show more

Deborah Melkin has been working as a database professional with SQL Server for over 25 years. She spends her days helping programmers with all aspects of database design, queries, performance, and deployment. In 2016, she began her blog, Deb the DBA. Soon after that, she began speaking at SQL Saturdays and user groups.

Deborah was an IDERA ACE Class of 2020, "One To Watch" as part of a #Redgate100 in 2022, and as well as the winner of Speaker Idol at PASS Summit in 2019. She is a former board member of the New England SQL Server User group (NESQL) and a former member of the Azure Data Community Advisory Council.

Deborah is a co-founder of WITspiration and a co-leader of the Data Platform WIT (Women in Tech) user group. She is also a Redgate Community Ambassador and she has been a Microsoft MVP for the Data Platform since November 2020.

In her spare time, Deborah can usually be found doing something musical or something geeky with her husband, Andy, and their dog, Sebastian.

Deborah Melkin has been working as a database professional with SQL Server for over 25 years. She spends her days helping programmers with all aspects of database design, queries, performance, and deployment. In 2016, she began her blog, Deb the DBA.... Show more

Andrew Madson leads Developer Relations at Perplexity, where he builds global programs that help developers and data teams adopt modern data and AI tooling. He has built DevRel, education, and evangelism functions at Fivetran, Tobiko Data, and Dremio, delivering technical content, large-scale community programs, and keynotes across major industry conferences.

Andrew is a published author of the O’Reilly “Definitive Guide to Apache Polaris” and a graduate professor of data science and engineering. Andrew previously led AI and data teams at Arizona State University, J.P. Morgan Chase, and MassMutual among others.

Andrew Madson leads Developer Relations at Perplexity, where he builds global programs that help developers and data teams adopt modern data and AI tooling. He has built DevRel, education, and evangelism functions at Fivetran, Tobiko Data, and Dremio... Show more

After falling in love with coding in 2005, Connell became a fan of software architecture and design, and now spends a lot of time drawing boxes and arrows to help visualise concepts.

This led to the creation of his YouTube channel @DrawingBoxes, which establishes a simple animated visual presentation style shared by his talks and blog.

Always an advocate for developer communities, he co-organises the .NET Notts meetup, and now works at Stack Overflow where he continuously improves the site enabling communities worldwide.

After falling in love with coding in 2005, Connell became a fan of software architecture and design, and now spends a lot of time drawing boxes and arrows to help visualise concepts. This led to the creation of his YouTube channel @DrawingBoxes, w... Show more

I have been working in the IT industry for over 15 years. I currently hold the role of Senior Enterprise Architect in adesso.it. I am a Google Developer Expert on GCP and a Google Cloud Innovator Champion on the topic of modern architecture. I manage GDG Pescara together with other developers, I love sharing my knowledge and trying to do it in a fun way.

I have been working in the IT industry for over 15 years. I currently hold the role of Senior Enterprise Architect in adesso.it. I am a Google Developer Expert on GCP and a Google Cloud Innovator Champion on the topic of modern architecture. I manage... Show more

Matteo is a Solutions Engineer at GitHub, CNCF Ambassador and Cloud Native aficionado, a former startup CTO and DevRel. Open Source contributor, part of the Kubernetes Release Team since v1.31 and until v1.34, serving in Release Engineering since v1.33.

Hacker, builder and problem solver by nature. Singing in a metal band whenever there's nothing left to fix in the cloud. @mbianchidev on (almost) every social media.

Matteo is a Solutions Engineer at GitHub, CNCF Ambassador and Cloud Native aficionado, a former startup CTO and DevRel. Open Source contributor, part of the Kubernetes Release Team since v1.31 and until v1.34, serving in Release Engineering since v1.... Show more

I started my career in a service desk role, which quickly sparked my interest in how technology is built, operated, and scaled. From there, I moved into data center hosting where I gained a solid understanding of infrastructure, reliability, and what it takes to keep critical environments running. I don’t have any formal education in IT, but I’ve always been a lifelong learner who grows through curiosity, hands‑on experience, and a drive to constantly improve.

Almost a decade ago, I discovered my passion for the cloud and specialized in Microsoft Azure. Since then, I’ve focused on modern Ops, platform engineering, and enabling teams by taking ideas from early concepts into secure, scalable, production‑ready solutions. Over the years, I’ve expanded my expertise across data, AI, and IoT and IIoT, and I most often work with clients in the role of Solution Architect, helping them design and build practical, outcome‑focused architectures tailored to real enterprise needs.

I’ve worked across a wide range of domains including defense, public sector, manufacturing, and energy, which has shaped how I approach architecture, security, and complex enterprise environments. I also contribute to the open‑source and enjoy collaborating with others to advance how we build and deliver modern solutions.

🗣 Sharing knowledge is a big part of who I am. I’m passionate about public speaking and mentoring, and I enjoy helping others grow by making technology more accessible and actionable.

Today, I work with enterprise‑scale AI, data, and IIoT solutions with large companies, turning ideas into real, measurable impact.

I started my career in a service desk role, which quickly sparked my interest in how technology is built, operated, and scaled. From there, I moved into data center hosting where I gained a solid understanding of infrastructure, reliability, and what... Show more

Enterprise architect with multiple job experiences in different fields, from banking to aerospace, with a spice of DevOps and other less known methodologies

Enterprise architect with multiple job experiences in different fields, from banking to aerospace, with a spice of DevOps and other less known methodologies Show more

Jeroen ter Heerdt is Head of Product at Tabular Editor. He works on defining the future of semantic model development. Previously he worked on the Power BI team. He can be found on social media at @dutchdatadude.

Jeroen ter Heerdt is Head of Product at Tabular Editor. He works on defining the future of semantic model development. Previously he worked on the Power BI team. He can be found on social media at @dutchdatadude. Show more

Ginger Grant is a distinguished Microsoft Data Platform MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), renowned for her deep expertise in advanced analytics, machine learning, AI, data warehousing, and the evolving landscape of Microsoft Fabric. As a sought-after consultant, Ginger empowers organizations to harness the full potential of their data ecosystems.

Beyond consulting, Ginger is a prolific thought leader and speaker for both keynotes and technical training. She contributes regularly as a columnist for Code Magazine, authors insightful books, and shares practical knowledge on her blog, DesertIsleSQL.com. Her educational impact spans a wide range of technologies, including Azure Synapse Analytics, Python, and Azure Machine Learning, making her a trusted voice in the data community.

Whether on stage, in print, or in the classroom, Ginger’s passion for data and commitment to knowledge-sharing make her a standout figure in the world of data and AI.

Ginger Grant is a distinguished Microsoft Data Platform MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), renowned for her deep expertise in advanced analytics, machine learning, AI, data warehousing, and the evolving landscape of Microsoft Fabric. As a sou... Show more

Alexander is the Lead Data Transformation Architect at Advania in Sweden, where he spends his days helping clients of all shapes and sizes to take better care of - and make more sense of - their data.
He has spent the last 29 years poking around with data, databases, and related infrastructure services such as storage, networking, and virtualization, occasionally emerging from the technical darkness to attend a Star Wars convention somewhere in the world.
He is a long-time Data Platform MVP, frequent international speaker, podcaster, Pluralsight author, blogger, and a Microsoft Certified Trainer, focusing on the Microsoft data platform stack.

Alexander is the Lead Data Transformation Architect at Advania in Sweden, where he spends his days helping clients of all shapes and sizes to take better care of - and make more sense of - their data. He has spent the last 29 years poking around wit... Show more

Tony Wilhelm has amassed over two decades of experience working with databases and computers. His expertise in SQL server dates back to 1999, showcasing his extensive knowledge in the field. Throughout his career, Tony has held various roles, including DBA, developer, and manager, in both large and small companies spanning multiple industries.

Currently, Tony serves as a senior consultant and technical lead for the Data Management as a Service division at Moser Consulting. In this role, he brings his wealth of experience to the table, providing valuable insights and guidance to drive the implementation of effective solutions.

Tony Wilhelm has amassed over two decades of experience working with databases and computers. His expertise in SQL server dates back to 1999, showcasing his extensive knowledge in the field. Throughout his career, Tony has held various roles, includi... Show more

20+ Years of experience in data engineering and data reporting space. Have worked with Oracle database, SQL Server, SSIS, Informatica Power Center, Hadoop systems, Qlik and Power BI. Enjoy being in the data space and learning new things.

20+ Years of experience in data engineering and data reporting space. Have worked with Oracle database, SQL Server, SSIS, Informatica Power Center, Hadoop systems, Qlik and Power BI. Enjoy being in the data space and learning new things. Show more

Patrice Williams-Lindo is a workforce systems strategist, AI governance advisor, and the founder and CEO of Career Nomad™. AI is not replacing your workforce. AI is repricing it. With 20+ years advising Fortune 500 organizations across technology, healthcare, financial services, and the public sector — including engagements with Accenture, KPMG, and Deloitte — she specializes in translating AI adoption, labor volatility, and institutional change into leadership strategy. She is the architect of the RNA Method™ and Career Liquidity™, and has been featured in USA Today, Business Insider, Forbes, Newsweek, CNBC, and Fox 5 Atlanta. She is a 2025 Black Leaders Worldwide Women to Watch honoree and Georgia 100 recipient.

Patrice Williams-Lindo is a workforce systems strategist, AI governance advisor, and the founder and CEO of Career Nomad™. AI is not replacing your workforce. AI is repricing it. With 20+ years advising Fortune 500 organizations across technology, he... Show more