Senior Threat Analyst at TRUESEC.
Microsoft MVP in Security.
Background in security, networking, development, PCI DSS.

Podcast Host, Synthesiser Nerd and Musician.

I'm annoying nation-state antagonists on a daily basis.

Senior Threat Analyst at TRUESEC. Microsoft MVP in Security. Background in security, networking, development, PCI DSS. Podcast Host, Synthesiser Nerd and Musician. I'm annoying nation-state antagonists on a daily basis. Show more

Dora is a lead product designer with over 17 years of professional experience in design, product delivery and management. In all roles, her goal is to ensure that the processes run smoothly and that her colleagues receive all possible support.

Dora is a lead product designer with over 17 years of professional experience in design, product delivery and management. In all roles, her goal is to ensure that the processes run smoothly and that her colleagues receive all possible support. Show more

Matthias is a passionate C# developer and likes to talk about clean code, testing and tooling in general. Much of his spare time is devoted to his very own open-source projects. He is working at JetBrains as developer advocate for the .NET department.

Matthias is a passionate C# developer and likes to talk about clean code, testing and tooling in general. Much of his spare time is devoted to his very own open-source projects. He is working at JetBrains as developer advocate for the .NET department... Show more

I am a UX design leader and product strategist with a decade of experience in creating user-centric digital solutions. Currently, I work as a product design leader focusing on enterprise design for Cisco. My expertise lies in scaling design systems, leading cross-functional teams, and driving business impact through innovative UX strategies.

I’ve had the privilege of speaking at global conferences like UXDX and NFT.London, where I share insights on blending creativity, research, and technology to deliver impactful results. My experience also includes leveraging design and AI to drive sustainable practices through in-depth research, usability testing, and exploring how design influences user decisions toward eco-friendly outcomes. Additionally, I’m passionate about mentoring emerging designers at premier institutions, helping them shape the future of user-centered design.

I am a UX design leader and product strategist with a decade of experience in creating user-centric digital solutions. Currently, I work as a product design leader focusing on enterprise design for Cisco. My expertise lies in scaling design systems, ... Show more

Scott is an artist, engineer & dad, collaborating on a different kind of world. Into collective art, activism, therapy & open source nerdy stuff. Scott is a Cloud Native Ambassador, speaker, organizer of CNCF community events including the New York Kubernetes Meetup and New York KCD, and international conferences including GitOpsCon. He enjoys helping develop Free and Open Source Software that anyone can use, including co-maintaining CNCF projects Helm, Flux and OpenGitOps.

Scott is an artist, engineer & dad, collaborating on a different kind of world. Into collective art, activism, therapy & open source nerdy stuff. Scott is a Cloud Native Ambassador, speaker, organizer of CNCF community events including the New York K... 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

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

Full time power platform enthusiast @Microsoft

Full time power platform enthusiast @Microsoft Show more

Dr. Darya Yegorina is a globally recognized thought leader, futurist, and transformational business strategist who empowers organizations and individuals to thrive in the era of digital disruption. With a career spanning 20+ years at the intersection of leadership, technology, and business innovation, Darya is a driving force in digital transformation, AI, and future workforce development.

As a C-level executive, entrepreneur, and mentor, Darya has shaped the success of enterprises, startups, and global initiatives by integrating emerging technologies with strategic growth frameworks. She is a sought-after keynote speaker on leadership, innovation, and the future of work, addressing audiences at major global conferences, corporate summits, and executive retreats.

A passionate advocate for future-ready leadership, Darya believes that true innovation begins with a bold vision and the courage to challenge the status quo. She inspires business leaders to embrace AI, digital transformation, and agile leadership strategies to navigate uncertainty, unlock new opportunities, and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Global Impact & Achievements:
✅ Executive & Board Leadership: C-Level strategist with expertise in business transformation, revenue operations (RevOps), and strategic growth across global markets. Advisor to enterprises, government bodies, and tech innovators.
✅ Digital Transformation & AI Thought Leader: Recognized as a Top Thought Leader in AR/VR, AI, and Digital Transformation by Thinkers 360, shaping the dialogue on the future of business and technology.
✅ Award-Winning Entrepreneur & Speaker: Winner of the Global Female Leader Award in Entrepreneurship, Young European Leader (#EYL40), Women in IT, and featured in Forbes, Inc.com, Business & Finance, and Irish Times.
✅ Future Workforce & EdTech Visionary: Led transformative EdTech initiatives, including EU-backed projects on AI and AR in education, impacting thousands of students across Europe.
✅ Women in Leadership & DEI Advocate: A strong voice in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), mentoring female founders, startup leaders, and executives to break barriers in tech and business.

Speaking & Expertise:
🔹 Leadership in the Age of AI & Digital Disruption
🔹 The Future of Work: Skills, Adaptability & Innovation
🔹 Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers & Building Legacies
🔹 Strategic Growth & Business Transformation
🔹 Inspiring Change: Leading with Purpose & Resilience

Darya’s leadership journey, from entrepreneurial success to executive impact, serves as an inspiration for leaders seeking to drive meaningful change in their organizations and industries. She brings a unique blend of business acumen, technological foresight, and human-centric leadership, making her a powerful voice in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.

🚀 Inspire. Lead. Transform. 🚀

Dr. Darya Yegorina is a globally recognized thought leader, futurist, and transformational business strategist who empowers organizations and individuals to thrive in the era of digital disruption. With a career spanning 20+ years at the intersection... Show more

I help organizations and communities design and implement inclusive environments where everyone, regardless of background or ability, has the opportunity to thrive. My work is rooted in the belief that inclusion is a catalyst for innovation and that empowering people to contribute their unique talents can lead to meaningful, systemic change.

Through my role as an advocate for disability inclusion, I support organizations in building strategies that prioritize accessibility and equity, ensuring that no one is left behind. I bring a data driven and empathetic approach to problem solving, enabling me to design solutions that address systemic barriers and create long term impact.

Additionally, I am committed to continuous learning and personal growth, both for myself and those I work with. My mission is to drive progress by helping individuals and organizations cultivate inclusive practices that unlock potential and create lasting value in the tech industry and beyond.

I help organizations and communities design and implement inclusive environments where everyone, regardless of background or ability, has the opportunity to thrive. My work is rooted in the belief that inclusion is a catalyst for innovation and that ... Show more

As the Senior Project Manager at One Task, Bert leads the deployment of innovative camera systems designed to combat mobile phone usage while driving, combining his tech expertise with a strong commitment to road safety. He is also the founder of FabCore Consulting, where leadership, communication, and agile training and coaching are provided to organizations and individuals worldwide, fostering environments that emphasize empathy and efficiency.

An international speaker, he regularly shares his insights at conferences, engaging audiences with his deep knowledge in technology, leadership, and agile practices. With a background spanning the arts, technology, and international development, he draws on a diverse array of experiences to champion empathic leadership and continual learning. His journey through personal challenges has fueled his dedication to professional growth and making a meaningful impact.

Outside of work, he indulges in cooking and storytelling, enhancing life's flavor as a culinary enthusiast and a veteran tabletop roleplaying game master.

As the Senior Project Manager at One Task, Bert leads the deployment of innovative camera systems designed to combat mobile phone usage while driving, combining his tech expertise with a strong commitment to road safety. He is also the founder of Fab... Show more

Product designer depuis 14 ans ; J’ai à cœur les sujets sur l’accessibilité et l’inclusivité !

Product designer depuis 14 ans ; J’ai à cœur les sujets sur l’accessibilité et l’inclusivité ! Show more

アマゾンウェブサービスジャパン合同会社シニアデベロッパーアドボケイト。AWS製品の普及と技術支援を担当し、特にオブザーバビリティ、SRE、DevOpsといった領域を専門とする。

アマゾンウェブサービスジャパン合同会社シニアデベロッパーアドボケイト。AWS製品の普及と技術支援を担当し、特にオブザーバビリティ、SRE、DevOpsといった領域を専門とする。 Show more

Solo Game Developer by trade. As a Head of indie under Reboot Develop conferences, handling various types of endeavors within the games industry - primarily focused on helping indie developers to find opportunities. The title "Your Game Dev Senpai" is there to encapsulate all of my essence while purposefully refusing to define my LinkedIn headline(like normal human being). Other half of one's existence is focused towards streaming your Indie Games on Twith, and different levels of R&D within cybersecurity and STEM fields.

Solo Game Developer by trade. As a Head of indie under Reboot Develop conferences, handling various types of endeavors within the games industry - primarily focused on helping indie developers to find opportunities. The title "Your Game Dev Senpai" i... Show more

Owain is an Umbraco Specialist & Lead Full Stack .NET Developer at Method4 Ltd in Cardiff, where he builds bespoke Umbraco solutions for public and private sector clients.

He's an Umbraco MVP and organiser of the UmbraCymru Umbraco meetup in Cardiff, Wales.

He's also a co-founder of YnChwarae, a Welsh-language video gaming channel, which promotes the use of the Welsh language in video games!

Owain is an Umbraco Specialist & Lead Full Stack .NET Developer at Method4 Ltd in Cardiff, where he builds bespoke Umbraco solutions for public and private sector clients. He's an Umbraco MVP and organiser of the UmbraCymru Umbraco meetup in Cardi... Show more

Uberto is a passionate programmer and Kotlin GDE with more than 20 years of experience designing and building successful software products in many industries.
He is very passionate and opinionated about how to deliver value to the business not only once but at a regular pace.
He is particularly interested in Functional Programming and Distributed Computing since they are both critical to modern software challenges.
When not coding, Uberto loves public speaking, writing and teaching programming. He published a book in 2023 about a pragmatic approach to FP (and DDD) in Kotlin (https://pragprog.com/titles/uboop/from-objects-to-functions/).
You can read his blog here: https://medium.com/@ramtop

Uberto is a passionate programmer and Kotlin GDE with more than 20 years of experience designing and building successful software products in many industries. He is very passionate and opinionated about how to deliver value to the business not only ... Show more

Karen Chu is an OSS Community Program Manager. Having participated in the cloud native community since 2015, she is a CNCF Ambassador, Helm community manager/maintainer, emeritus Kubernetes Code of Conduct Committee member, meet-up organizer, and conference organizer. She has also worked on The Illustrated Children’s Guide to Kubernetes book series. When she’s not connecting dots in the community, you can find her pursuing photography, cooking, and sipping on chai lattes.

Karen Chu is an OSS Community Program Manager. Having participated in the cloud native community since 2015, she is a CNCF Ambassador, Helm community manager/maintainer, emeritus Kubernetes Code of Conduct Committee member, meet-up organizer, and con... Show more

Tori Brenneison is a senior software developer and former art historian whose mission in life is to serve as a warning to others. With her background in enterprise software development and technical education, Tori has built a reputation for modernizing solutions, developing impactful web applications, and mentoring the next generation of developers. Beyond her technical skills, she is deeply committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and servant leadership in the tech community.

Tori’s wide-ranging experience and dynamic teaching style make her a compelling conference speaker and workshop facilitator. When she's not at her keyboard, you might find her hiking, petting strange cats she found on the street, or admiring her collection of midcentury bakeware. Best to approach her in the wild with a sacrificial cup of coffee, and be forewarned: she's a hugger.

Tori Brenneison is a senior software developer and former art historian whose mission in life is to serve as a warning to others. With her background in enterprise software development and technical education, Tori has built a reputation for moderniz... 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

James McGillivray, Data Management and Analytics MCSE, has been working in Business Intelligence for over a decade. He spends his working hours building solutions that allow people to make informed decisions. quickly and accurately. He is a Director at South African Data Consultancy, Cobalt Analytics.

Before his career in data, James was an avid musical theatre student and musician. This love for performance has developed into a passion for developing and delivering presentations that are informative and enjoyable. James speaks frequently at Data Community Events, and has presented at some of the most well-known Data Events around the globe, including PASS Summit, SQL Bits and the Power BI World Tour.

James McGillivray, Data Management and Analytics MCSE, has been working in Business Intelligence for over a decade. He spends his working hours building solutions that allow people to make informed decisions. quickly and accurately. He is a Director ... Show more

Over nineteen years of experience in software development and design.
I have been passionate about cloud technologies for the last nine years.
My journey with the cloud began with Azure. However, about three years later, AWS became my primary cloud provider at work. 
From the beginning, I was impressed by how cloud technologies help engineers in their work and help deliver solutions much faster and easier. 
For the last four years, my interests and work mainly focused on serverless infrastructure, containerized applications, and search. 
Besides that, I am also curious about other cloud providers, like GCP and Azure.

I'm the AWS Community Builder.

Speaker and co-organizer of the "Mambo Jambo Cloud Talks" community meetup in Prague.

Over nineteen years of experience in software development and design. I have been passionate about cloud technologies for the last nine years. My journey with the cloud began with Azure. However, about three years later, AWS became my primary clou... Show more

Roy is an entrepreneur, speaker and author from The Netherlands and, in his own words, 'wants to make the world a better place through tech'. He has been giving talks and trainings to developers worldwide on technologies like GraphQL, React and TypeScript. Most recently he wrote the book Fullstack GraphQL.

Roy is an entrepreneur, speaker and author from The Netherlands and, in his own words, 'wants to make the world a better place through tech'. He has been giving talks and trainings to developers worldwide on technologies like GraphQL, React and TypeS... Show more

Taley’a is a software engineer, having exposure to working in the product ecosystem for the more than seven years.
She has experience in diverse web and mobile technologies. She enjoys simplifying problems and making the user experience better for the product users.
She is an active contributor in the community and loves speaking at community events and conferences. Apart from this, she likes reading, art, and hiking to explore nature.

Taley’a is a software engineer, having exposure to working in the product ecosystem for the more than seven years. She has experience in diverse web and mobile technologies. She enjoys simplifying problems and making the user experience better for t... Show more

Graduated Cum Laude with a degree of Bachelor of Science In Computer Science at University of Santo Tomas.

A Senior developer based in the Netherlands, a Microsoft MVP, Auth0 Ambassador, and one of the Community Leaders of Angular PH who is involved in organizing tech meetups and mentorships, and has written tutorials on his website seijivillafranca.com, he is a speaker on several meetups, in local and international conferences that focus on JavaScript development, and Microsoft products, and also a book author for full-stack web development.

Graduated Cum Laude with a degree of Bachelor of Science In Computer Science at University of Santo Tomas. A Senior developer based in the Netherlands, a Microsoft MVP, Auth0 Ambassador, and one of the Community Leaders of Angular PH who is involv... Show more

Work smarter -wie kann ich meine Arbeit so organisieren, dass ich mich auf die wesentlichen und wichtigen Aufgaben konzentrieren kann.
Human Centered Organisations - Wie muss Arbeitsplatz gestalltet werden, so dass der Mensch mit seinen Anforderungen im Mittelpunkt der Arbeit steht.
Das sind die Themen, die mich beschäftigen. Die Technologie unterstützt dabei, die eigentliche Herausforderung ist aber der kulturelle Wandel.

Work smarter -wie kann ich meine Arbeit so organisieren, dass ich mich auf die wesentlichen und wichtigen Aufgaben konzentrieren kann. Human Centered Organisations - Wie muss Arbeitsplatz gestalltet werden, so dass der Mensch mit seinen Anforderunge... 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

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

I am a seasoned IT professional with over 25 years of experience who brings a unique blend of technical expertise and creative flair to the table. My background bridges several IT disciplines including endpoint management, server administration (Linux and Windows), and applications architecture and development. I am also an advocate for innovation and automation through encouraging folks to move to a DevOps mindset and promoting the use of automation tooling to improve everyday business practices. I also believe that the concept of "embracing laziness" is a powerful driver of innovation and creative solutions.

I am a well-established trainer and dynamic and engaging speaker, having presented at events locally and regionally, including user groups, edtech conferences, and similar engagements, and nationally/globally including at larger events such as MMS/MMSMOA. My unique blend of humor, storytelling, and real-world experience helps others navigate and understand complex technology concepts and sparks innovation. I refer to this as "technology grief counseling."

I enjoy exploring and demystifying new and emerging technologies and enjoy creative pursuits including 3D printing, home automation, software development in novelty "bot" projects, and am a theatre nerd and participant including a decade-long run as a leader in a nonprofit community theatre organization.

I am a seasoned IT professional with over 25 years of experience who brings a unique blend of technical expertise and creative flair to the table. My background bridges several IT disciplines including endpoint management, server administration (Linu... Show more

Chronically data-enthusiast, engineer and consultant on the Microsoft-stack (Azure, Fabric & Power Platform) and all things SQL or Spark, with some expertise on other data-solutions as well like TimeXtender, and Qlikview. I like sharing my stories on adoption strategies, and ideas for implementation on Fabric-Adoption on the road to data maturity.

With the aim of improving organisations, processes and people I am data-experienced in the Benelux-geography since 2004 with Amsterdam Airport Schiphol/Royal Schiphol Group, Royal Heijmans (building contractor), Nabuurs Supply Chain Solutions, Micromedia Benelux (wholesale), Provelu (data-consulting), Danone Nutrition-products and Heart for Arts (agency and ICT-consultancy for NGO's). I am the proud holder of degrees in Logistics, and Business Economics, and Microsoft-certificates.

My motto's are: Be yourself, try the best you can, take some time to become aware of the situation, make contact with others, help others, imagine, create, learn, and last, but not least, adapt. I live for tech, the tech- and performing arts- community and helping people. I am an event organizer, speaker, and volunteer as well in data-usergroups, and performing arts.

Demolished my first IBM AT-model with 80286 Intel in 1988. Created my first database with gameplays of Civilization in 1991. Build my first hardware components and drivers for model railways in 1993. Hooked on Excel and VBA since 1995 in secundary education. From Access, Excel and Filemaker dba’s via Qlikview to Power BI/Azure in 2017.I love music and theatre production, hence I find NGO’s are great at helping others so I help them as well!

Chronically data-enthusiast, engineer and consultant on the Microsoft-stack (Azure, Fabric & Power Platform) and all things SQL or Spark, with some expertise on other data-solutions as well like TimeXtender, and Qlikview. I like sharing my stories on... Show more

Fullstack product engineer creating content about building production-ready apps as a solopreneur.

Over the past decade, I've worked as a freelance full-stack developer mostly with startups and small businesses. In 2020 I decided to deepen my business and product knowledge, to build outstanding products.

As of now, I'm building production-ready products efficiently, and documenting my journey as a solopreneur product engineer. Twitter, YouTube, and my blog.

Why building in public?
Following other people's journeys can teach you a lot. As well as you, I follow many other creators.
Being active on social media and building in public allowed me to be part of a club that prioritizes shipping and giving value.

Fullstack product engineer creating content about building production-ready apps as a solopreneur. Over the past decade, I've worked as a freelance full-stack developer mostly with startups and small businesses. In 2020 I decided to deepen my busi... Show more