Felicia is a Software Engineer passionate about making tech accessible and empowering developers. She drives innovation, fosters continuous learning, and challenges conventions to help others unlock their potential in tech and beyond.

Felicia is a Software Engineer passionate about making tech accessible and empowering developers. She drives innovation, fosters continuous learning, and challenges conventions to help others unlock their potential in tech and beyond. Show more

Rafik MEKKI
Senior Agile Coach & Trainer
Leadership Catalyst & Speaker
Creator & Co-Writer Of Infinity Guide

Rafik MEKKI Senior Agile Coach & Trainer Leadership Catalyst & Speaker Creator & Co-Writer Of Infinity Guide Show more

Gautam Solaimalai is a Senior Software Engineering Manager, Enterprise Architect, and IEEE Author & Reviewer with expertise in AI, NLP, Machine Learning, DevSecOps, and scalable cloud architectures. With over a decade of experience in Java, Spring Boot, React, and Azure Cloud, he has led high-impact engineering teams, optimized security workflows, and driven digital transformation in enterprise applications.

Gautam is an active IEEE researcher and peer reviewer, contributing to top international conferences and journals in AI, NLP, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. His publications span AI-powered software engineering, reinforcement learning, natural language processing, and cloud security. He has also been a speaker at technical conferences and industry forums, sharing insights on the intersection of AI, Machine Learning, DevSecOps, and automation.

Gautam Solaimalai is a Senior Software Engineering Manager, Enterprise Architect, and IEEE Author & Reviewer with expertise in AI, NLP, Machine Learning, DevSecOps, and scalable cloud architectures. With over a decade of experience in Java, Spring Bo... Show more

Thomas Schöne is a software engineer with more than 15 years of experience in web development, software architecture, and digital transformation. He specializes in AI agents, MCP, RAG systems, and AI-native engineering workflows. Thomas regularly speaks at developer conferences and has helped organizations introduce agentic development practices and modern AI tooling into their daily engineering processes.

Thomas Schöne is a software engineer with more than 15 years of experience in web development, software architecture, and digital transformation. He specializes in AI agents, MCP, RAG systems, and AI-native engineering workflows. Thomas regularly spe... Show more

Mayank Goyal is a Senior Site Reliability Engineer at Okta, specialising in maintaining Workflows systems' scalability and reliability. Before working at Okta, he honed his DevOps & Software engineering skills at Zoom and RedHat, where he grew deeply passionate about automation. While at RedHat, he was instrumental in automating and configuring the Release Pipeline in RHELWF. Apart from his professional obligations, Mayank is a passionate supporter of open-source technologies and likes being on the cutting edge. He loves connecting with the technology community, exchanging thoughts, and learning from others.

Mayank Goyal is a Senior Site Reliability Engineer at Okta, specialising in maintaining Workflows systems' scalability and reliability. Before working at Okta, he honed his DevOps & Software engineering skills at Zoom and RedHat, where he grew deeply... Show more

With 10+ years in Dev, 20 in Ops, and 30 in Sec, Grant Ongers (rewtd) is the Head of esynergy’s Security Practice; a Principal Security Architect at the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and a former OWASP® Foundation Global Board member. A firm believer that security should enable delivery rather than block it, he holds certifications including ITIL® Expert, ISO/IEC 27002 Advanced, and CISSP®, and is well known in the international InfoSec community for the view that DevSecOps is simply DevOps done right. Alongside his DSIT role, Grant provides C-suite security guidance to organisations across financial services, government, and the third sector, and contributes to thought leadership through advisory roles at The Cyber Helpline and The Retired Investigators' Guild.

With 10+ years in Dev, 20 in Ops, and 30 in Sec, Grant Ongers (rewtd) is the Head of esynergy’s Security Practice; a Principal Security Architect at the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and a former OWASP® Foundation Global Board mem... Show more

Originally started as Android Software Engineer, moved to Flutter 2019 after Flutter Live conference. I try my best to contribute to the community as public speaker, and GDG organizer. My biggest passion is architecture, which drives me always to new challenges.
Ukrainian in Austria :)

Originally started as Android Software Engineer, moved to Flutter 2019 after Flutter Live conference. I try my best to contribute to the community as public speaker, and GDG organizer. My biggest passion is architecture, which drives me always to new... Show more

Raghav Sood is a backend optimizer and AI systems strategist with a focus on making advanced machine learning models production-ready. His work bridges software architecture and applied AI, helping teams scale LLM-based systems across fintech, edtech, and enterprise applications. Raghav has mentored early-stage start-ups on AI deployment strategy, contributed to open-source optimization frameworks, and delivered talks on system design for generative AI. His sessions blend deep technical understanding with clear, actionable insights for practitioners building the next generation of intelligent systems.

Raghav Sood is a backend optimizer and AI systems strategist with a focus on making advanced machine learning models production-ready. His work bridges software architecture and applied AI, helping teams scale LLM-based systems across fintech, edtech... Show more

Kasper is a Cloud Data Architect specializing in modern data platforms, AI infrastructure, and MLOps. He has delivered large-scale projects for international clients across life sciences, aquaculture, retail, and fintech, focusing on turning raw data into business value. He frequently speaks at conferences and hackathons, sharing practical insights on Databricks, Snowflake, and AI-driven analytics.

Kasper is a Cloud Data Architect specializing in modern data platforms, AI infrastructure, and MLOps. He has delivered large-scale projects for international clients across life sciences, aquaculture, retail, and fintech, focusing on turning raw data... Show more

Claire Kemp is a passionate product manager with a background in cleantech and a focus on solving meaningful problems through technology. She was part of the team behind OVO's Charge Anytime, a smart-charging solution for electric vehicles, and played a key role in its journey from concept to scale in a fast-paced 18-month timeline. Claire enjoys the challenges of working across industries, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and learning through the ups and downs of building products in emerging markets. She believes in the power of agile practices to tackle complex challenges like climate change and is excited to share lessons from her experiences.

Claire Kemp is a passionate product manager with a background in cleantech and a focus on solving meaningful problems through technology. She was part of the team behind OVO's Charge Anytime, a smart-charging solution for electric vehicles, and playe... Show more

Arun Kumar Parthasarathy is a Cloud Integration Architect at Oracle America with over 17 years of experience in enterprise integration, API strategy, and cloud modernization across the utilities, banking, and telecommunications sectors. He specializes in designing scalable, cloud-native integration architectures, modernizing legacy systems, and enabling real-time, event-driven enterprise platforms.

Since November 2024, he has led integration design and cloud migration architecture for large-scale utility modernization programs, transforming tightly coupled legacy integrations into resilient, cloud-native ecosystems that improve scalability, reliability, and operational efficiency. Prior to this, he served as Program Technical Lead at First Citizens Bank (2020–2024), where he architected a next-generation cloud-native payment processing platform supporting domestic and cross-border transactions aligned with international messaging standards.

Earlier in his career, he led and contributed to enterprise integration initiatives in telecommunications and utilities, focusing on reusable architecture patterns, governance, and engineering excellence.

Arun is also a speaker at the Ascend Users Conference, where he presents on Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS), sharing practical insights on building cost-efficient, scalable integration solutions and modern enterprise architectures.

He holds multiple cloud architecture certifications and has been an IEEE Member

Arun Kumar Parthasarathy is a Cloud Integration Architect at Oracle America with over 17 years of experience in enterprise integration, API strategy, and cloud modernization across the utilities, banking, and telecommunications sectors. He specialize... Show more

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Jörg Lässig is Professor of Enterprise Application Development (EAD) at Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences and heads both the EAD research group and the Fraunhofer Cybersecurity Laboratory for Critical Infrastructure (KRITIS) at the Görlitz site. After studying computer science and physics, he earned his doctorate from Chemnitz University of Technology. He conducted research in the United States at Stanford University, the Berkeley International Computer Science Institute, as well as in Lugano, Switzerland, and Christchurch, New Zealand, among other institutions. A central focus of his work is research and development in quantum computing and quantum AI. He is the spokesperson for the Saxon Research Network for Quantum Technologies (SAX-QT Quantum Saxony) and the Quantum Computing Special Interest Group of the German Informatics Society (Gesellschaft für Informatik e.V.). Contact: j.laessig@hszg.de

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Jörg Lässig is Professor of Enterprise Application Development (EAD) at Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences and heads both the EAD research group and the Fraunhofer Cybersecurity Laboratory for Critical Infrastructure (KRITIS... Show more

Rajesh Pandit is a law enforcement Officer and Harvard Kennedy School graduate with expertise in public policy, investigations, Disaster Management and human rights–centered policing. As a Police Officer, he has led complex investigations while advancing institutional accountability, community engagement, and the protection of vulnerable populations. His work bridges frontline policing with policy reform, focusing on building secure, just, and equitable public institutions.

Rajesh Pandit is a law enforcement Officer and Harvard Kennedy School graduate with expertise in public policy, investigations, Disaster Management and human rights–centered policing. As a Police Officer, he has led complex investigations while adva... Show more

Jyoti Phogat is the founder and AI strategy researcher behind Lotus & Dorje and Student-LAD, an AI-supported platform designed to help students and institutions manage planning, decisions, documents, reminders, and workflows in secure, context-aware environments.
Her work focuses on translating AI strategy into governed and verifiable implementation. She is developing frameworks for strategic AI initiative selection, multi-level value measurement, agentic software delivery, continuous context evolution, and evidence-based verification. Her research examines how organizations can choose the appropriate level of AI autonomy while protecting sensitive information, maintaining human accountability, and connecting technical performance to measurable educational and operational outcomes.
Through the applied development and testing of Student-LAD, Jyoti identified the “false-success” problem: an AI system can communicate that an action was completed even though the authoritative application state remains unchanged. Her work turns this implementation challenge into practical guidance for education executives, project managers, technology leaders, developers, and AI governance teams.

Jyoti Phogat is the founder and AI strategy researcher behind Lotus & Dorje and Student-LAD, an AI-supported platform designed to help students and institutions manage planning, decisions, documents, reminders, and workflows in secure, context-aware ... Show more

Matt is a skilled architect who finds his work in higher education deeply gratifying. Whereas some may see a dorm room as merely four walls and a bed, Matt sees it as something far more meaningful: a home, and safe place for students during some of their most formative years.

Matt loves that his work can foster community for students, and he is likewise appreciated by clients and colleagues for his communal, collaborative approach. At Goody Clancy, Matt specializes in coordinating the contributions of large, complex stakeholder teams. His expertise in project management has been invaluable on a wide range of architecture project types, including residence halls for some of the world's most elite universities like MIT, Carnegie Mellon University, and Dartmouth College.

Matt is a skilled architect who finds his work in higher education deeply gratifying. Whereas some may see a dorm room as merely four walls and a bed, Matt sees it as something far more meaningful: a home, and safe place for students during some of t... Show more

Software architect with a focus on telemetry and power management.

Software architect with a focus on telemetry and power management. Show more

Maryam Umar is a Digital Health Researcher at the Centre for Digital Transformation of Health, University of Melbourne. With a deep-rooted background in community advocacy, Maryam specializes in bridging the gap between innovative technology and equitable healthcare delivery. Her work focuses on ensuring that the digital transformation of health systems is not only technologically advanced but also socially inclusive and community-centred.
At the University of Melbourne, Maryam leverages her expertise to explore how digital interventions can be designed to serve diverse populations, particularly those in underserved or marginalized communities. By combining rigorous research methodologies with the heart of an advocate, she strives to create digital health solutions that are as accessible as they are impactful.

Maryam Umar is a Digital Health Researcher at the Centre for Digital Transformation of Health, University of Melbourne. With a deep-rooted background in community advocacy, Maryam specializes in bridging the gap between innovative technology and equi... Show more

Shubham Purwar is an AWS Analytics Specialist Solution Architect. He helps organizations unlock the full potential of their data by designing and implementing scalable, secure, and high-performance analytics solutions on the AWS platform. With deep expertise in AWS analytics services, he collaborates with customers to uncover their distinct business requirements and create customized solutions that deliver actionable insights and drive business growth.

Shubham Purwar is an AWS Analytics Specialist Solution Architect. He helps organizations unlock the full potential of their data by designing and implementing scalable, secure, and high-performance analytics solutions on the AWS platform. With deep e... Show more

James M. (Jim) Willis MSc., CMAS, CHS-V
Speaker, Trainer, Author
Security and Threat Assessment Expert

Unconventional Authority on Security, Resilience, and Leadership

Jim Willis is not your typical speaker—he is a force for transformation. With an unconventional background and a deeply compelling personal journey, Jim brings unique, battle-tested insights into overcoming adversity and achieving more meaning in life.
Meeting planners consistently choose Jim because he does more than inform; he ignites a fire, inspiring audiences to embrace challenges and truly understand that life is the journey, not the destination.

A Security Expert Who Demystifies Threats
Professionally, Jim is a renowned security expert with a rare ability to translate complex issues into immediately relatable, understandable terms.
Whether addressing a global crisis or a personal concern, he provides clarity on:
Conflict De-escalation
Threat Awareness
Violence Response

He delivers essential knowledge that spans the global, national, business, and personal perspectives, making vital security concepts accessible to everyone.

The Keys to Personal and Organizational Resilience
Jim’s presentation style is built on authenticity. He unlocks the secrets to both organizational and personal resilience by weaving in powerful personal stories and experiences. These narratives are not just inspirational—they illustrate practical, effective tips and techniques for recognizing, responding to, and overcoming unexpected life challenges.

Fostering Authentic Leadership
In an ever-changing and challenging world, authentic leadership is critical to success. Jim provides practical, real-world leadership perspectives that cut through the noise, showing how to foster effective communication and mentorship in any environment.

Book Jim Willis to give your audience a dynamic experience that moves beyond mere concepts, delivering actionable wisdom that will enhance their security, resilience, and personal success.

James M. (Jim) Willis MSc., CMAS, CHS-V Speaker, Trainer, Author Security and Threat Assessment Expert Unconventional Authority on Security, Resilience, and Leadership Jim Willis is not your typical speaker—he is a force for transformation.... Show more

Engineering leader, passionate about team culture, and a nerd for infrastructure and the plumbing of the interwebs, Kubernetes, node, and IoT.

Engineering leader, passionate about team culture, and a nerd for infrastructure and the plumbing of the interwebs, Kubernetes, node, and IoT. Show more

I am a Net programmer almost from the beginning with Visual Basic Net and usong C# from 2015.

I am using Blazor from first version Released and creating few nuget to share with a community.

In last few years I spend a lot time to learn and share my skills about Blazor

Check my portfolio, of course, its Blazor WebAssembly.

I am a Net programmer almost from the beginning with Visual Basic Net and usong C# from 2015. I am using Blazor from first version Released and creating few nuget to share with a community. In last few years I spend a lot time to learn and shar... Show more

Accomplished Systems Security Certified Practitioner with a deep passion for technology, demonstrating extensive knowledge in Cloud and Cyber Security technologies gained through a blend of professional experience, technical certifications, I have received a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional Award three times, specializing in Cloud Security , Infrastructure & Security. Additionally, recognized as a Microsoft MCT & MCE leveraging my expertise to guide clients in their transition to the cloud With over a decade of experience in the field serving as a SME.

Technology Evangelist
Microsoft MVP Azure & Security

All CompTIA Certification x15
CompTIA Security Infrastructure Expert
CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)
30 X Microsoft Certified
MSFT Cybersecurity Solutions Architect Expert
MSFT Azure Solutions Architect Expert
MSFT 365 Administrator Expert

Certifications Held

✅ CompTIA ITF+
✅ CompTIA Data+ ce
✅ CompTIA Data Systems+ ce
✅ CompTIA A+ ce
✅ CompTIA Network+ ce
✅ CompTIA Security+ ce
✅ CompTIA Server+
✅ CompTIA Project+
✅ CompTIA Cloud Essentials+
✅ CompTIA Cloud+ ce
✅ CompTIA Linux+ ce
✅ CompTIA CySA+ ce
✅ CompTIA PenTest+ ce
✅ CompTIA CASP+ ce
✅ CompTIA CTT+

✅Microsoft Certified Educator Trainer & Professional
✅ Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
✅ Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
✅ Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty
✅ Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
✅ Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate
✅ Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
✅ Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate
✅ Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate
✅ Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
✅ Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
✅ Microsoft Certified: Information Protection Administrator Associate
✅ Microsoft Technology Associate: Windows Server Administration Fundamentals
✅ Microsoft Technology Associate: Windows Operating System Fundamentals
✅ Microsoft Technology Associate: Networking Fundamentals
✅ Microsoft Technology Associate: Security Fundamentals
✅ Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Fundamentals (ERP)
✅ Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Fundamentals (CRM)
✅ Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
✅ Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Fundamentals
✅ Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals
✅ Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals
✅ Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals
✅ Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals

Accomplished Systems Security Certified Practitioner with a deep passion for technology, demonstrating extensive knowledge in Cloud and Cyber Security technologies gained through a blend of professional experience, technical certifications, I have re... Show more

Dedicado a la Seguridad de la información por mas de 25 años,
trabaje en le primer SOC certificado BS7799 posterior ISO27000. Ademas se desempeña en diferentes industrias como mundo Electrico y Financiero , en este ultimo participando activamente cuando se implemento el segundo factor de autenticacion en el sistema financiero Chileno. Y posteriormente en cargos ejecutivos como Subgerente.

Siempre ligado al mundo academico tecnico haciendo clases en DUOC UC durante 8 años y actualmente en INACAP sede santiago centro durante 8 años tambien. Donde el foco de las asignaturas esta relacionadas con materias de ciberseguridad, como proteccion de datos y hacking.

Licenciado en Ciencias de Ingenieria Civil Electrónica de la Universidad Tecnica Federico Santa María..

Dedicado a la Seguridad de la información por mas de 25 años, trabaje en le primer SOC certificado BS7799 posterior ISO27000. Ademas se desempeña en diferentes industrias como mundo Electrico y Financiero , en este ultimo participando activamente c... Show more

A systemic design thinker working for a better world.

A systemic design thinker working for a better world. Show more

Andreas Slogar ist als Experte für Managementkybernetik und KI-zentrierte Unternehmenstransformationen und Autor diverser Fachartikel, Podcasts und der Bücher „Die agile Organisation“ (Hanser, 2018, 2020), „Liquid Leadership“ (Schäffer-Poeschel, 2024) und „Praxishandbuch agile Transformation“ (Schäffer-Poeschel, 2025) sowie Sprecher und Keynote Speaker auf Konferenzen.

Andreas Slogar ist als Experte für Managementkybernetik und KI-zentrierte Unternehmenstransformationen und Autor diverser Fachartikel, Podcasts und der Bücher „Die agile Organisation“ (Hanser, 2018, 2020), „Liquid Leadership“ (Schäffer-Poeschel, 2024... Show more

Stefanie Gründler ist Gründerin eines KI-gestützten EdTech-Start-ups und Lead Auditorin für Managementsysteme (u. a. ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 21001, ISO 42001). Sie verfügt über einen Hintergrund im technischen Produktionsmanagement und verbindet technisches Systemverständnis mit langjähriger Erfahrung in der höheren Berufsbildung. Seit über 15 Jahren begleitet sie Bildungsinstitutionen in Qualitäts-, Akkreditierungs- und Transformationsprozessen. Ihr Fokus liegt an der Schnittstelle von Didaktik, Governance und Technologie: Wie kann KI so eingesetzt werden, dass Innovation, Sicherheit und Fairness zusammengedacht werden?

Stefanie Gründler ist Gründerin eines KI-gestützten EdTech-Start-ups und Lead Auditorin für Managementsysteme (u. a. ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 21001, ISO 42001). Sie verfügt über einen Hintergrund im technischen Produktionsmanagement und verbindet tec... Show more

Nací en Argentina y estudié Ingeniería en Sistemas en la UTN.
Trabajé como desarrollador de software en Etermax, donde implementamos el famoso juego Preguntados. Allí me especialicé en el desarrollo de sistemas altamente concurrentes y en programación funcional (Erlang).
Luego, fundé Cocoche, un Airbnb de autos, la primera plataforma p2p de alquiler de autos entre particulares de LATAM, empresa que vendí hace un año.
Mientras tanto, junto con dos socios franceses, fundamos Ibisdev, una desarrolladora de software para empresas muy grandes. Actualmente manejamos sistemas complejos de empresas como Coca Cola, Renault, Samsung, entre otras.
Luego, fundamos Clusterpilot, el primer producto de Ibisdev, un agente de IA especializado en infraestructura en la nube.
Desde hace ya dos años, me involucré en la implementación de IA en rubros como la ingeniería nuclear.

Nací en Argentina y estudié Ingeniería en Sistemas en la UTN. Trabajé como desarrollador de software en Etermax, donde implementamos el famoso juego Preguntados. Allí me especialicé en el desarrollo de sistemas altamente concurrentes y en programaci... Show more

When I was eleven, I wrote a Basic program that moved a circle across the screen of a monochrome monitor, and I was hooked. I have worn many hats in my career, but I have always been a developer. I am passionate about helping developers produce great work and have the best job satisfaction I can provide.

I am a lifelong learner, working toward my doctorate (DBA) in business intelligence at Marymount University.

When I was eleven, I wrote a Basic program that moved a circle across the screen of a monochrome monitor, and I was hooked. I have worn many hats in my career, but I have always been a developer. I am passionate about helping developers produce grea... Show more

Mário brings over 4 years of experience to his role at Checkmarx, blending curiosity with his Security expertise. From trying to break his computer as a kid to diving into AppSec, he's an eternal learner. Fond of Pen-testing and Research, he now helps secure the Open Source realm. Beyond security, Mário enjoys reading, writing, and practicing martial arts.

Mário brings over 4 years of experience to his role at Checkmarx, blending curiosity with his Security expertise. From trying to break his computer as a kid to diving into AppSec, he's an eternal learner. Fond of Pen-testing and Research, he now help... Show more

Suchir Gupta is a Verification Architect with over 15 years of experience at Synopsys, specializing in verification architectures for high-speed communication protocols, including USB, USB4, Ethernet (up to 1.6T), UFS, and AMBA (AXI/APB/CHI). His work spans simulation and emulation environments, where he designs and delivers scalable transactors, verification IP, and hybrid verification methodologies to improve validation efficiency and system reliability.
Throughout his career, Suchir has led several major verification initiatives, including the USB4 Subsystem Transactor and high-speed Ethernet transactors, integrating complex RTL designs with robust software validation frameworks to improve development efficiency and customer deployment readiness. His work includes innovations such as bare-metal driver-based USB4 validation and real-device-based USB Host testing, helping teams validate complex protocols with improved realism and confidence.
Suchir’s contributions are used across the semiconductor industry, with solutions adopted by enterprise and Fortune 500 customers worldwide. His experience includes building reusable UVM-based test environments, developing protocol-aware monitors and checkers, and enabling smooth transitions from simulation to large-scale emulation platforms through performance-aware verification methodologies.
Suchir has authored and presented technical papers at DVCON USA, SNUG Taiwan, and industry conferences. He has received multiple internal awards for technical contribution and customer impact. Known for his collaborative approach and interest in mentoring, he works closely with cross-functional teams to build maintainable verification solutions. His current focus is on next-generation transactor design, performance-oriented verification, and scalable verification architectures.

Suchir Gupta is a Verification Architect with over 15 years of experience at Synopsys, specializing in verification architectures for high-speed communication protocols, including USB, USB4, Ethernet (up to 1.6T), UFS, and AMBA (AXI/APB/CHI). His wor... Show more