Frank is a seasoned programmer with more than three decades of experience. He has been involved in the NFT space since early 2021, during which time he has developed over 40 smart contracts for a variety of projects. Frank is recognized as a thought leader in the field of low gas contracts and has presented on this topic at several conferences. In addition, Frank has a passion for exploring the possibilities of soulbound tokens, which have the potential to revolutionise the way we think about digital identity. With his deep knowledge and innovative ideas, Frank is always striving to push the boundaries of what is possible with NFTs and soulbound tokens.

Frank is a seasoned programmer with more than three decades of experience. He has been involved in the NFT space since early 2021, during which time he has developed over 40 smart contracts for a variety of projects. Frank is recognized as a thought ... Show more

Expat Brit, artist, athlete, traveler, and technology community junkie. Vincent is a Java Champion, a steering committee member for MicroProfile, has been a board member of the Atlanta Java Users Group since 2008, and runs some of the USA's premier community technology conferences:
http://devnexus.com
http://connect.tech
http://vueconf.us
http://jconf.dev

Vincent has a degree in 3D Design from the University of Wolverhampton, United Kingdom, and, in another life, was a full-time athlete competing at World Championship level in whitewater kayaking.

Expat Brit, artist, athlete, traveler, and technology community junkie. Vincent is a Java Champion, a steering committee member for MicroProfile, has been a board member of the Atlanta Java Users Group since 2008, and runs some of the USA's premier c... Show more

Zach built Android apps, platforms, and knowledge at Square for over six years before joining Google to work on Compose. Come say hi on Kotlin slack!

Zach built Android apps, platforms, and knowledge at Square for over six years before joining Google to work on Compose. Come say hi on Kotlin slack! Show more

Driven by courage, curiosity, and compassion, Becca "Bex" Hiller knows valued people deliver value. She helps humans reach agility potential, and her own agility shines through sharpened improv skills, a mighty pen, a hungry brain, and a passion for teaching and coaching.

Bex is currently based in Columbus, OH.

Driven by courage, curiosity, and compassion, Becca "Bex" Hiller knows valued people deliver value. She helps humans reach agility potential, and her own agility shines through sharpened improv skills, a mighty pen, a hungry brain, and a passion for ... Show more

Hi, my name is Mugisa Brian, but you can call me Cephas. I'm a software engineer with experience in cross-platform app development, and I'm also passionate about graphics and UX design. I love using my skills to create experiences that make people's lives better. Am glad you checked me out here!

Hi, my name is Mugisa Brian, but you can call me Cephas. I'm a software engineer with experience in cross-platform app development, and I'm also passionate about graphics and UX design. I love using my skills to create experiences that make people's ... Show more

Trisha is a software engineer, Java Champion and author. Trisha has developed Java applications for a range of industries of all sizes, including finance, manufacturing and non-profit, and she's a lead developer advocate at Gradle. She has expertise in Java high-performance systems and dabbles with Open Source development.

Trisha’s exceptionally passionate about sharing things that help real developers. That might be: getting them up to speed on the latest version of Java; teaching them tips and tricks to improve their productivity; or promoting healthy technical communities across the globe. Trisha values helping all developers level up their career and skills at every step of their journey.

Read more from Trisha in the books “Head First Java”, “Getting to Know IntelliJ IDEA”, “97 Things Every Java Developer Should Know” and “What to Look for in a Code Review”.

Trisha is a software engineer, Java Champion and author. Trisha has developed Java applications for a range of industries of all sizes, including finance, manufacturing and non-profit, and she's a lead developer advocate at Gradle. She has expertise ... Show more

A thought leader with over 20 years of experience and expertise. As a visionary and accomplished forerunner, Meade consistently drives innovation, scales organisations, and has held pivotal roles in various high-growth startups to Fortune 500 companies. His passion for fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning has not only resulted in remarkable achievements, but has also made him a sought-after speaker at worldwide events. Meade's ability to bridge the gap between complex concepts and real-world applications makes him a unique animal.

A thought leader with over 20 years of experience and expertise. As a visionary and accomplished forerunner, Meade consistently drives innovation, scales organisations, and has held pivotal roles in various high-growth startups to Fortune 500 compani... Show more

As a Cloud Solutions Architect at Cloudtech, I design and develop cloud-native applications for customers using AWS serverless technologies. I leverage my AWS certifications and my experience as a former Cloud Engineer at Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions that meet customers’ needs and expectations.

My passion for problem-solving and distributed computing drives me to explore new ways of using technology to improve human life. I have worked on multiple projects involving ETL data pipelines, search engine migrations, container-based deployments, and programmatic workflows, using Python, Django, Flask, Boto3, CloudFormation, Terraform, GitLab CI, and other tools and frameworks.

I also have a strong background in web development, database management, and testing, which I acquired from my previous role as a Senior Software Engineer at ConsultAdd and my Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer/Information Technology from G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering (GHRCE), Nagpur.

As a Cloud Solutions Architect at Cloudtech, I design and develop cloud-native applications for customers using AWS serverless technologies. I leverage my AWS certifications and my experience as a former Cloud Engineer at Amazon Web Services (AWS) to... Show more

Benjamin has a long-term and hands-on experience with introducing, building, running, coaching and speaking about Java, Microservices (including DDD and events), Docker/Containerization, distributed/self-contained systems (SCS) and disruptive technologies.

At day he works as Tech Lead for Cloud Technologies at codecentric. At night he hacks on innovative trends like FaaS, Service Meshes, Voice UIs and IoT. At evenings he organizes workshops, talks and code retreats at the Software Crafters Community Jena (Softwerkskammer Jena) and the Java User Group Thüringen. On weekends he serves as a board member at the Java Aktuell Magazine and at the JavaLand conference – leading the Architecture and Methodology & Culture streams.

He also runs Open Data Hackathons as well as Devoxx4Kids events. Regularly he also gives university lectures on OOP, Java, Docker, Git, Project Management and Agile Methodologies. In his leisure time he enjoys road cycling, art & theaters, wine/gin/whiskey tastings and discussions about politics and improving IT organizations.

Benjamin has a long-term and hands-on experience with introducing, building, running, coaching and speaking about Java, Microservices (including DDD and events), Docker/Containerization, distributed/self-contained systems (SCS) and disruptive technol... Show more

✔️ Consultante opérationnelle en développement BtoB
✔️ Ex-déléguée générale de la FePSeM (ex SEO Camp)
✔️ Diplômée en marketing, vente BtoB & design (produit, graphique & espace)
✔️ +20 ans d’expérience dans des univers techniques, industriels & créatifs
✔️ Une expérience reconnue en management de projet dans la communication BtoB et le développement commercial
✔️ Fondatrice de www.missBreizh.com

✔️ Consultante opérationnelle en développement BtoB ✔️ Ex-déléguée générale de la FePSeM (ex SEO Camp) ✔️ Diplômée en marketing, vente BtoB & design (produit, graphique & espace) ✔️ +20 ans d’expérience dans des univers techniques, industriels & c... Show more

Ing. en sistemas, Co-fundador de CSN y Proticket, Miembro del Java User Group y AWS User Group Guatemala, especializado en crear soluciones seguras y escalables sobre la nube de AWS. He liderado proyectos en sectores de salud, educación, BPO's, conciertos y plataformas digitales, combinando inteligencia artificial, servicios serverless y visión de negocio. Actualmente impulso iniciativas tecnológicas que optimizan procesos y mejoran la experiencia.

Ing. en sistemas, Co-fundador de CSN y Proticket, Miembro del Java User Group y AWS User Group Guatemala, especializado en crear soluciones seguras y escalables sobre la nube de AWS. He liderado proyectos en sectores de salud, educación, BPO's, conc... Show more

Apasionada por la tecnología, el arte y la educación, María José Conejo es una ingeniera en software con especialización en desarrollo front-end, ciberseguridad y un amor profundo por el arte. Es lider de equipo del programa Mentes en Acción y docente en Rocket Girls, donde inspira a jóvenes a incursionar en el mundo de la programación. Su experiencia incluye enseñar fundamentos de JavaScript y Linux, así como desarrollar proyectos innovadores que fusionan diseño y lógica. Como mentora y líder de iniciativas como Ecosysteam for Women, impulsa a mujeres en carreras STEAM a alcanzar su máximo potencial a través de la colaboración y el networking. En su tiempo libre, explora la intersección entre arte y tecnología, creando experiencias únicas que motivan tanto a principiantes como a expertos.

Apasionada por la tecnología, el arte y la educación, María José Conejo es una ingeniera en software con especialización en desarrollo front-end, ciberseguridad y un amor profundo por el arte. Es lider de equipo del programa Mentes en Acción y doce... Show more

Ex-développeur de jeu vidéo, je suis aujourd'hui coach agile.
Je me passionne pour la création de jeux agiles et suis notamment l'auteur du jeu "City for SAFe"

Ex-développeur de jeu vidéo, je suis aujourd'hui coach agile. Je me passionne pour la création de jeux agiles et suis notamment l'auteur du jeu "City for SAFe" Show more

Publisher of Keynote Magazine https://www.keynotemagazine.com
Publisher of Exposure Magazine https://www.iloveexposure.com

The vivacious Tam Lawrence has owned and operated several businesses for over three decades, driven by her determination to never let her dreams be deferred by corporate America. Her relentless spirit opened doors that no one could close.

Lawrence's educational journey began at a technical college, where she earned a degree in Human Services. She then double-majored at Marquette University, earning a BA in Communication with a minor in Psychology. Pursuing further education, she attended Kent University and obtained a Master’s degree in Journalism.

While in college, Lawrence traveled the world as a professional stand-up comedian, appearing on BET Comic View and touring with Jamie Foxx and Sommore. After graduating, she opened a public relations agency in Charlotte, North Carolina, during the Democratic National Convention. In 2011, she expanded the agency to Atlanta, Georgia, and in 2013, she launched Exposure Magazine. In 2020, during the pandemic, she added Exposure Plus TV and Keynote Magazine to her media empire. Advocating on the frontline for urban media, Lawrence founded the Urban Media Union to ensure diversity and inclusion, providing fair opportunities for boutique urban-owned media platforms during adWeek.

Lawrence's commitment to social causes extends beyond media. She is a former State of Wisconsin Lobbyist who fought to advance the protection and care of aging individuals living in private community residential facilities that are not monitored or supervised.

As a mother of two incredible college graduates who walk in the grace of success that mirrors her compassion, Lawrence is a wealth of knowledge and experience. Over the years, she has owned a daycare center, a nightclub, several retail stores, and a senior care online safety program called Kare Facts.

In addition to her extensive professional achievements, Lawrence is also an accomplished author with two books available on Amazon.

Tam Lawrence’s dynamic career and dedication to advocacy and diversity make her a powerful speaker and a true inspiration.

Publisher of Keynote Magazine https://www.keynotemagazine.com Publisher of Exposure Magazine https://www.iloveexposure.com The vivacious Tam Lawrence has owned and operated several businesses for over three decades, driven by her determination t... Show more

Calypso is a versatile professional with a unique background in theatre, education, and tech. After years of experience in theatre and teaching, Calypso recently transitioned into the tech industry, working with innovative startups where she applies her skills in communication, design, and collaboration to fast-paced, high-growth environments. This blend of creative and technical experience has equipped Calypso with a deep understanding of how to foster constructive feedback, empower teams, and drive continuous improvement. Calypso also thrives on building strong, connected communities. She brings a fresh perspective on collaboration, communication, and community building in both creative and tech spaces.

Calypso is a versatile professional with a unique background in theatre, education, and tech. After years of experience in theatre and teaching, Calypso recently transitioned into the tech industry, working with innovative startups where she applies ... Show more

Vinuja is a DevOps engineer at TuneAI and an MSc student in computer science at the University of Leicester. Vinuja enjoys speaking and creating content about Cloud Native & DevOps technologies and is an active contributor to the CNCF Community. She has prior experience as a System Engineer at TCS and has been involved in MLOps and Cloud Native projects at LinuxWorld Informatics. Her interests extend beyond the technical field, as she is passionate about her interests in the arts and sports.

Vinuja is a DevOps engineer at TuneAI and an MSc student in computer science at the University of Leicester. Vinuja enjoys speaking and creating content about Cloud Native & DevOps technologies and is an active contributor to the CNCF Community. She ... Show more

Endless conversation — with friends, compilers — on art, equivocacy, Symmathesy, methods, absurdism, dialectic, paradigm jumps, serendipity.

Endless conversation — with friends, compilers — on art, equivocacy, Symmathesy, methods, absurdism, dialectic, paradigm jumps, serendipity. Show more

Neeraj is the co-founder of Vivid Climate, a climate management and accounting platform. Neeraj is a polyglot. Over the years, he has worked on a variety of full-stack software and data-science applications, as well as computational arts, and likes the challenge of creating new tools and applications, and is an active speaker with talks and tutorials presented at multiple conferences.

Neeraj is the co-founder of Vivid Climate, a climate management and accounting platform. Neeraj is a polyglot. Over the years, he has worked on a variety of full-stack software and data-science applications, as well as computational arts, and likes t... Show more

As part of the Developer Experience team at Fastly, Kailan is responsible for customer-facing tooling and content. His work involves maintaining the Fastly Developer Hub and various open-source projects for Fastly’s serverless compute environment. Outside of work hours, he builds and operates software and hardware for independent music events and indie film.

As part of the Developer Experience team at Fastly, Kailan is responsible for customer-facing tooling and content. His work involves maintaining the Fastly Developer Hub and various open-source projects for Fastly’s serverless compute environment. Ou... Show more

Todd has a passion for promoting a healthy product and engineering culture, collaboratively exploring ways to solve both organizational and engineering needs, as well as holding regular discussions around how to evolve the software engineering craft. Todd believes in a human centered approach to engineering, where the experience of those creating and evolving the product is just as important as those that use the product.

A native to California's bay area, Todd’s journey into programming started over two decades ago and he has been privileged to work with many technologies as well as some leadership roles over the years. With his experience as a Principal of Software Engineering Practices at Pluralsight, Todd supported both individual software engineers and the technical leadership team in helping to continually improve and work together in a way that enables everyone to do their best work.

Todd loves to play the guitar, and is always open to jamming out and often enjoys paired programming with strangers.

Todd has a passion for promoting a healthy product and engineering culture, collaboratively exploring ways to solve both organizational and engineering needs, as well as holding regular discussions around how to evolve the software engineering craft.... Show more

Elizabeth Guevara , emprendedora mexicana con más de 20 años de experiencia en tecnología, fundadora de 'Venta Casa México,' y Coach Inmobiliario Proptech, Tecnología y Bienestar.

Speaker internacional impulsa el empoderamiento a través del uso de tecnología guiando emprendedores y cualquier persona que busque transformar su negocio en esta era digital.

Maestra en Administración de Negocios, Licenciada en Informática, Perito Valuador, certificada en Marketing Digital y Asesoría Inmobiliaria.

Elizabeth Guevara , emprendedora mexicana con más de 20 años de experiencia en tecnología, fundadora de 'Venta Casa México,' y Coach Inmobiliario Proptech, Tecnología y Bienestar. Speaker internacional impulsa el empoderamiento a través del uso d... Show more

Software developer for 17+ years. Lifelong State College, PA resident. Father of 4. Fiddler and multi-instrumentalist.

Software developer for 17+ years. Lifelong State College, PA resident. Father of 4. Fiddler and multi-instrumentalist. Show more

Nicole "Pixel Vixen" Smith is a creative agile production & team development leader with 15+ years speaking, training, and coaching global tech and game teams through the evolving landscape of hybrid delivery and design thinking in games applied anywhere. With roots in AAA multiplayer games publishing, enterprise agile coaching, and live-service operations, Nicole specializes in hands-on partnerships to create customized Agile approaches aligning creative, technical, and organizational goals.

Her work focusing on frequent delivery for user feedback, neuro-inclusive facilitation, and leadership psychological safety has scaled teams' product goals into pixel-sized improvements while building strong team-to-leader feedback loops. Whether facilitating cross-functional alignment or mentoring producers and product managers through ambiguity, Nicole brings clarity, empathy, and a deep belief in meeting teams where they are around the globe...all with some fun nerdy jokes and visualization techniques mixed in.

Nicole holds several IC-Agile and Scrum certifications and is currently completing her Expert-level coaching certification from IC-Agile. Nicole has spoken at several Agile20xx conferences, LEAN Agile Scotland, Global Scrum Gathering Cape Town South Africa, and beyond, receiving high reviews each time.

Nicole mentors aspiring video game producers, artists, product managers, and program managers in her spare time while teaching game, publishing, and creative production strategies in the evenings.

Nicole "Pixel Vixen" Smith is a creative agile production & team development leader with 15+ years speaking, training, and coaching global tech and game teams through the evolving landscape of hybrid delivery and design thinking in games applied anyw... Show more

Andrew is a theatre kid turned software developer. He got his BA in psychology and theatre from Hobart College and his MA from the University of Central Florida. After a range of disparate adventures including acting, consulting, teaching, and recruiting, he attended the full-stack software engineering program at Thinkful, after which he joined Bitovi as a React Developer. At Bitovi, Andrew consulted for Fortune 500 companies like Yum and Aflac, helping them build high performing and scalable React applications. He is currently on the market for his next opportunity.

Originally from Massachusetts, he currently lives with his partner in New York City. In his free time you'll probably find him cooking, reading, board-gaming, skiing, or cheering on the Boston Bruins. Mostly just that last one.

Andrew is a theatre kid turned software developer. He got his BA in psychology and theatre from Hobart College and his MA from the University of Central Florida. After a range of disparate adventures including acting, consulting, teaching, and recrui... Show more

Hanne R. Ersdal is a designer with over 10 years of experience in the development of industrial products and services. As the head of Eggs Stavanger, she works works to build the office and to promote design. She teaches the subject of Business Design and Development at UiS (University of Stavanger).

On stage, Hanne is full of energy and enthusiasm that is contagious and she has previously participated in the following events and teaching engagements:

2024 - Kaleidoscope, Competence that changes: Energy transformation for a sustainable future, led panel discussion
2024 - Lecturer in Master course Business Design and Development, University of Stavanger 2024 - Lecturer in PhD course, Design Thinking for Transdisciplinary Research, University of Stavanger
2023 - Viking Next Level, Innovate or die, talk
2023 - Laerdal Medical internal Event, Product talk, the Product Trio
2023 - Opportunity Festival, Fomo, Side event, Product talk, led panel discussion
2022 - Tekna X, lecture, Empathy enables technology
2022 - Initiative to create the Master's in Transformation and Innovation, several presentations on design and strategy

Hanne R. Ersdal is a designer with over 10 years of experience in the development of industrial products and services. As the head of Eggs Stavanger, she works works to build the office and to promote design. She teaches the subject of Business Desig... Show more

Enrique López Mañas is a Google Developer Expert and independent IT consultant. He has been working with mobile technologies and learning from them since 2007. He is an avid contributor to the open source community and a FLOSS (Free Libre Open Source Software) kind of guy, being among the top 10 open source Java contributors in Germany. He is a part of the Google LaunchPad accelerator, where he participates in Google global initiatives to influence hundreds of the best startups from all around the globe. He is also a big data and machine learning aficionado.

In his free time he rides his bike, take pictures, and travels until exhaustion. He also writes literature and enjoys all kinds of arts. He likes to write about himself in third person. You can follow him on Twitter (@eenriquelopez) to stay updated on his latest movements.

Enrique López Mañas is a Google Developer Expert and independent IT consultant. He has been working with mobile technologies and learning from them since 2007. He is an avid contributor to the open source community and a FLOSS (Free Libre Open Source... Show more

Yigakpoa is an open-source advocate and technologist working at the intersection of open data, accessibility, digital equity, and sustainability. At CHAOSS Project Yiga serves as a co-chair of the project management team and a maintainer in the Accessibility team - helping improve metrics for assessing the health and sustainability of open-source communities. As COO at CLENT Africa, she collaborates using open-source climate data platforms and energy access tools for community-driven resilience and environmental justice. She also works on civic tech initiatives that enhance government transparency using open data. Asides from contributing to and leading at various open source projects, Yiga is a global speaker and mentors marginalized persons trying to find their way in tech.

Yigakpoa is an open-source advocate and technologist working at the intersection of open data, accessibility, digital equity, and sustainability. At CHAOSS Project Yiga serves as a co-chair of the project management team and a maintainer in the Acces... Show more

Over the last 15 years, I’ve shipped hundreds of projects that have reached millions of users. My goal is to help ambitious founders and companies in building world-class brands and product experiences. Past clients include T-Mobile, UNHCR, Oracle, and more.

Over the last 15 years, I’ve shipped hundreds of projects that have reached millions of users. My goal is to help ambitious founders and companies in building world-class brands and product experiences. Past clients include T-Mobile, UNHCR, Oracle, a... Show more

Yolanda is a product designer with experience in B2C tech startups, where she’s led design across mobile and web platforms. Her work focuses on simplifying complex systems and creating cohesive, intuitive experiences that elevate user trust and engagement.

She enjoys collaborating across disciplines, shaping design strategies, and refining the details that tie it all together. Yolanda also mentors emerging designers and career changers, something she finds deeply rewarding. Outside of work, she’s a curious learner and always exploring new ways to connect ideas across fields.

Yolanda is a product designer with experience in B2C tech startups, where she’s led design across mobile and web platforms. Her work focuses on simplifying complex systems and creating cohesive, intuitive experiences that elevate user trust and engag... Show more

Visionary leader and architect of innovative business models, Mauro Rojas brings over 23 years of experience in the creative industry. For nearly two decades, he has been at the helm of Eonminu® Brands Laboratory™, an initiative dedicated to redefining brand development through regenerative creativity, experimentation, and conceptual reinvention.

As founder and president of the Association of Entrepreneurs of Ecuador, Mauro actively fosters entrepreneurial spirit and innovation, solidifying his role as a key figure in Ecuador’s business landscape. His extensive portfolio spans multiple industries, featuring successful projects across diverse sectors. Currently, Mauro focuses on the knowledge economy and digital media, fields where his work continues to create meaningful and lasting impact.

Mauro has shared his projects and ideas on international platforms, including entrepreneurship conferences, art exhibitions, creativity workshops, and specialized publications. His insights have resonated with audiences in Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, China, Ecuador, the United States, Portugal, and Türkiye, highlighting his global influence.

Today, Mauro leverages his expertise as a business coach, brand strategist, executive mentor, entrepreneurship trainer, and digital artist, driving innovation and excellence. His commitment to redefining industries and creating avant-garde business solutions underscores his transformative approach.

Visionary leader and architect of innovative business models, Mauro Rojas brings over 23 years of experience in the creative industry. For nearly two decades, he has been at the helm of Eonminu® Brands Laboratory™, an initiative dedicated to redefini... Show more