Steven Giallourakis is a mathematician, developer, and community-builder from Cleveland, Ohio. He co-founded the Cleveland Climate Institute, where he designs resilient, offline-first technologies and community-driven research projects that make data more accessible in underserved neighborhoods. With a background spanning applied mathematics, machine learning, and open-source hardware, Steven’s work bridges technical innovation with local impact.

Steven Giallourakis is a mathematician, developer, and community-builder from Cleveland, Ohio. He co-founded the Cleveland Climate Institute, where he designs resilient, offline-first technologies and community-driven research projects that make data... Show more

As an experienced solution architect and a former CTO in the green technology sector, I specialize in delivering value to customers across the domains of energy, IoT, and IT security. My expertise lies in translating complex technical concepts into practical solutions that drive innovation and sustainability. With a track record of successful projects and a passion for cutting-edge technologies, I’m committed to shaping a greener, smarter future.

Following, five areas of expertise:

Sustainable Energy Solutions:
From home energy management systems to concepts for smart grids and the utilization of flexibilities from home to markets, I’ve led teams in developing sustainable energy solutions that reduce environmental impact and enhance efficiency.

IoT Integration:
Leveraging the Internet of Things (IoT), I’ve designed and implemented smart systems that connect devices, collect data, and enable predictive maintenance, ultimately improving operational performance.

Cybersecurity Strategies:
My focus on IT security ensures that organizations can confidently adopt digital transformation. I’ve established robust cybersecurity frameworks, safeguarding critical assets and data. Especially the EU Cyber Resilience Act is an essential must, but furthermore, a great opportunity for improving and fostering the security of digital products along the value chain.

Strategic Technology Roadmaps:
By aligning business goals with technology initiatives, I’ve helped companies navigate digital transformations. My roadmaps prioritize scalability, agility, and long-term success.

Collaborative Leadership:
As a former CTO with up to 50 employees in my department, I foster cross-functional collaboration, empowering teams to innovate and drive impactful change. Let’s connect and explore how we can create a sustainable, secure future together!

As an experienced solution architect and a former CTO in the green technology sector, I specialize in delivering value to customers across the domains of energy, IoT, and IT security. My expertise lies in translating complex technical concepts into p... Show more

A Docker Captain and Microsoft MVP, is a Cloud and DevOps engineer, consultant, and instructor with expertise in Microsoft Azure and DevOps practices. Passionate about teaching, she delivers both practical and theoretical courses on Azure, and DevOps. Cigdem helps organizations implement DevOps transformations across cloud and on-premises environments while contributing to the community through insightful technical articles and videos on cloud adoption and DevOps best practices.

A Docker Captain and Microsoft MVP, is a Cloud and DevOps engineer, consultant, and instructor with expertise in Microsoft Azure and DevOps practices. Passionate about teaching, she delivers both practical and theoretical courses on Azure, and DevOps... Show more

Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Dropsolid. Expert in Drupal, marketing technology, DXP and creating digital experiences.
Being a founder of both Dropsolid Digital experience company and Dropsolid experience cloud, I have a unique insight in how market trends are affecting Drupal from both digital experience services business and the DXP product business.

Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Dropsolid. Expert in Drupal, marketing technology, DXP and creating digital experiences. Being a founder of both Dropsolid Digital experience company and Dropsolid experience cloud, I have a unique insight in how market tren... Show more

Julian Crespi Schroder is Commercial Manager at Automapp Cloud and a builder of graph-powered AI systems.

He uses Neo4j knowledge graphs as a personal memory substrate to enable persistent context, identity continuity, and GraphRAG-based retrieval for AI agents—patterns that later informed production-grade systems.

His work bridges real-world infrastructure operations and AI system design, with a focus on practical, explainable AI architectures that scale beyond single sessions.

Julian Crespi Schroder is Commercial Manager at Automapp Cloud and a builder of graph-powered AI systems. He uses Neo4j knowledge graphs as a personal memory substrate to enable persistent context, identity continuity, and GraphRAG-based retrieva... Show more

Alexis Roig is the CEO of SciTech DiploHub, the world-leading think-and-do tank working at the intersection of science, technology, and foreign affairs, where he leads an international team of over 20 members committed to empowering science and technology to face global challenges.

He also serves in the pioneering role of Barcelona’s Chief Science and Tech Envoy, bringing the voice of evidence-based urban policies and innovations before the UN’s ECOSOC, UNESCO, UNFCCC, the United Nations Sustainable Solutions Network, the International Science Council, the Union for the Mediterranean, and the European Committee of the Regions, among other international organizations. He has over 15 years of experience as a Senior Advisor on Science Diplomacy and City Diplomacy for ministries of Foreign Affairs, Science, Research, and Education across Asia, Latin America, and Europe.

His academic roles include being a Professor at the University of Shanghai for Science and Technology (USST), Associate Researcher at the Barcelona Centre for International Relations (CIDOB), Associate Professor at Pompeu Fabra University (UPF), and the Barcelona Institute for International Studies (IBEI) and Associate Research Fellow at United Nations University (UNU-CRIS), where he works as part of the Regions and Cities Governance Lab in the fields of Science and Technology Diplomacy. Professor Roig is a founder and board member of numerous non-profits and think tanks on Public Diplomacy, Science Advice, and Innovation Policy.

Among other roles, he has served as an advisor to the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Digital Transformation of the Government of Spain, and to the European Commission and the United States’ Department of State on their respective Science, Technology, and City Diplomacy strategies, and as Commissioner for International Affairs of the Barcelona Metropolitan Region strategic plan.

Alexis Roig has developed numerous policy reports, strategic plans, and training programs in Science Diplomacy for regional and national governments of the United States, Mexico, Chile, Spain, France, Germany, Denmark, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden, Turkey, China, Korea, and Japan. He has taught in institutions such as Harvard University, Georgetown University, Sciences Po, CEIBS, Fudan University, Tsinghua University, and Johns Hopkins University, and in the last decade trained over 1,000 government officials from over 50 different nationalities.

He holds a master’s degree in Computer Science from the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, an MBA from EM Normandie Business School, a Postgraduate degree in Diplomacy from the United Nations Institute for Training and Research, an Executive Diploma in Nonprofit Foundation Management, and has completed Executive Education programs in Leadership and Public Administration at ESADE and IESE. He is fluent in English, Spanish, French, and Catalan, and is continuously improving his proficiency in Mandarin Chinese.

Alexis Roig is the CEO of SciTech DiploHub, the world-leading think-and-do tank working at the intersection of science, technology, and foreign affairs, where he leads an international team of over 20 members committed to empowering science and techn... Show more

Eduardo is a Senior Systems Software Engineer at NVIDIA, working on the Cloud Native Technologies team. Eduardo has focused on enabling users to build and deploy containers on distributed environments.

Eduardo is a Senior Systems Software Engineer at NVIDIA, working on the Cloud Native Technologies team. Eduardo has focused on enabling users to build and deploy containers on distributed environments. Show more

I’ve always believed that real change starts from the ground up. The problems we see around us—children deprived of education, youth struggling for opportunities, voices going unheard—won’t fix themselves. If we don’t step up, who will?

I still remember the evening that changed something in me. I was in 6th grade, out for dinner with my family, when I saw a boy—probably even younger than me—cleaning tables, picking up leftover food from the ground, and later, washing dishes in the open in chilling winter, all by himself. I just...didn't really knew at that time that this is also something that happens in this world. We were both just kids, but our worlds couldn’t have been more different. I was sitting comfortably with my family, talking about school and dreams, while he was working late into the night, carrying a weight no child should have to bear.

That night, I couldn’t shake the thought—why is life so unfair for some? And more importantly, why do we just accept it as normal? I had always been drawn to debates and discussions about India’s future, but that was the moment I knew—I want to do something real. Not just talk, but act. So that kids like him get the education they deserve, the life they deserve. Because this? This is not the India our freedom fighters fought for.

Today, I’m on a journey to understand problems at their root and work towards real solutions. Whether it’s through policy making, leadership, or on-the-ground activism, I want to play my part in shaping an India where no child is left behind, and every young person has a chance to thrive.

I’m always open to discussions, opportunities, and collaborations that align with this vision. If you share the same fire for policy, governance, youth activism, or leadership, let’s connect and build something meaningful together.

I’ve always believed that real change starts from the ground up. The problems we see around us—children deprived of education, youth struggling for opportunities, voices going unheard—won’t fix themselves. If we don’t step up, who will? I still re... Show more

James is a software engineer with 30 years of SDET experience who runs Jaemzware LLC, a consulting practice focused on privacy-first, self-hosted solutions. He builds open-source alternatives to commercial services that run on infrastructure ranging from $15 Raspberry Pi hardware to production cloud deployments.
His philosophy centers on ephemeral design and zero-persistence architecture - if you don't store data, it can't be compromised, sold, or subpoenaed. Current projects include Stuffed Animal War (real-time communication platform), Analog Archive (self-hosted music streaming), and Skatepark Map (location-aware mapping system).
James is passionate about teaching accessible paths into technology, particularly showing that expensive infrastructure isn't necessary for quality personal services. He's presented at SeaGL and actively engages with privacy and self-hosting communities.

James is a software engineer with 30 years of SDET experience who runs Jaemzware LLC, a consulting practice focused on privacy-first, self-hosted solutions. He builds open-source alternatives to commercial services that run on infrastructure ranging ... Show more

Lisa Libin is a communicator, strategist, and entrepreneur driven by one goal - helping people find the right words when they matter most. After more than a decade leading major PR campaigns and advising executives across sectors, she launched Naer Communications to bring a more human, values-based approach to strategy and storytelling.

What sets Lisa apart is her ability to connect strategy with humanity. Her professional and volunteer work share the same thread - building trust and understanding in moments of tension, transition, or change. As both a senior communications advisor and a longtime community leader, Lisa has navigated complex issues where clarity and compassion must coexist. This dual perspective gives her a rare lens: she understands not only how organizations communicate, but how communities feel, respond, and unite.

A trusted advisor to leaders in government, energy, and community development, Lisa brings warmth, insight, and candour to every stage - reminding audiences that clarity, empathy, and purpose are the true cornerstones of leadership.

Lisa Libin is a communicator, strategist, and entrepreneur driven by one goal - helping people find the right words when they matter most. After more than a decade leading major PR campaigns and advising executives across sectors, she launched Naer C... Show more

Full-Stack Developer building Web3 infrastructure | Founded INGENIOUS tech community (500+ members) | Ex-BRIHAT INFO TECH | 5x Hackathon Winner | Actually ships production code at 3 AM

Full-Stack Developer building Web3 infrastructure | Founded INGENIOUS tech community (500+ members) | Ex-BRIHAT INFO TECH | 5x Hackathon Winner | Actually ships production code at 3 AM Show more

I am a multifaceted professional with extensive experience across technology, education, and leadership spanning two decades. Throughout my career, I have contributed in diverse capacities including individual contributor, technical product manager, scrum master, intellectual property rights coordinator, and coach specializing in open-source test automation tools and programming.
As the Founder of 5 Elements Learning, an e-learning organization, and Mosaic Words, a green literature publishing company, I combine entrepreneurship with technical expertise. I have authored five technical books and two works of fiction.
I contribute to FOSS and open-source projects, serving as a Selenium committer.
I actively participate in the global testing and automation community, contributing to international conferences on Testing, Automation, AI, and related fields as a reviewer, jury member, organizer, and speaker. I hold multiple certifications aligned with my professional expertise and personal interests.
Beyond my professional endeavors, I enjoy writing, reading, travel, nature watching, and conservation initiatives. I am committed to contributing positively to society and the environment through both my expertise and resources, guided by the principle of #BeKind, beginning with self-compassion

I am a multifaceted professional with extensive experience across technology, education, and leadership spanning two decades. Throughout my career, I have contributed in diverse capacities including individual contributor, technical product manager, ... Show more

Kamal Aliyu is a passionate AI Engineer and tech advocate with extensive experience in machine learning, prompt engineering, and data science. As the Chief Operating Officer at Bravpuls Technologies, a nonprofit startup focused on promoting technology education among students, especially girls in underrepresented regions, Kamal has been instrumental in shaping initiatives that bridge the gender and regional gaps in the tech ecosystem. He is also the GDSC Lead at Ahmadu Bello University, where he empowers students to harness the power of technology. Kamal has a proven track record of developing AI-driven solutions, including CogniEdify, and is dedicated to leveraging AI to solve real-world challenges.

Kamal Aliyu is a passionate AI Engineer and tech advocate with extensive experience in machine learning, prompt engineering, and data science. As the Chief Operating Officer at Bravpuls Technologies, a nonprofit startup focused on promoting technolog... Show more

I am passionate about technology, a Python developer, backend engineer, and data scientist. Currently, I am a research in computer vision applied in medecine. Founder of Code, Growth Alive (CGA) and a content creator.

I am passionate about technology, a Python developer, backend engineer, and data scientist. Currently, I am a research in computer vision applied in medecine. Founder of Code, Growth Alive (CGA) and a content creator. Show more

Kevin Eustatia-Palm is the Executive Director of Palman Group, a Curaçao-based investment firm connecting Caribbean innovation with global opportunities. Before founding Palman Group, he served as a diplomat at the United Nations, focusing on human rights, security, and sustainable development. His work spans international policy and business development across Europe and the Caribbean

Kevin Eustatia-Palm is the Executive Director of Palman Group, a Curaçao-based investment firm connecting Caribbean innovation with global opportunities. Before founding Palman Group, he served as a diplomat at the United Nations, focusing on human r... Show more

Yorgos <3 Open Source, open space unconferences (so helps run SoCraTes-Crete.org and JCrete.org) and open, decentralised communities that he helps run virtually, or locally, in his hometown, Heraklion, on the paradise island of Crete. He is passionate about digital privacy and currently tackling one of the biggest problems in Open Source today: its centralised control.

Yorgos <3 Open Source, open space unconferences (so helps run SoCraTes-Crete.org and JCrete.org) and open, decentralised communities that he helps run virtually, or locally, in his hometown, Heraklion, on the paradise island of Crete. He is passionat... Show more

Mi historia en el mundo de los datos comenzó con Excel en la universidad. En un par de asignaturas nos dieron a elegir entre la calculadora y Excel. Esto me ayudo a saber que existía el mundo de los datos y que quería formar parte de él. Hace 4 años conseguí dar el salto a Power BI y convertirme en analista de data. Desde 2016 vivo en UK, vine para aprender inglés … y aquí sigo mejorando mi inglés y DAX.

Mi historia en el mundo de los datos comenzó con Excel en la universidad. En un par de asignaturas nos dieron a elegir entre la calculadora y Excel. Esto me ayudo a saber que existía el mundo de los datos y que quería formar parte de él. Hace 4 años ... Show more

Pirita Maarit Johnsen is an Agile Coach and Change Management expert at Eviny, one of Norway’s leading green energy and technology companies. She has guided numerous teams and organizations through complex transformations, combining Agile principles with structured change management practices to make change stick.
With a background as a LEAN facilitator, project manager, and team leader across multiple industries, Pirita brings a unique blend of strategy, structure, and people focus. She knows that successful change isn’t just about processes—it’s about people.

What can you expect from her sessions?
- Proven tools and frameworks for leading change processes
- Practical advice on reducing resistance and building engagement
- Real-world stories from Agile and organizational transformations
- Actionable takeaways to help you lead change with confidence

If you want to navigate change effectively and create environments where teams thrive, Pirita’s sessions will leave you inspired and equipped to make it happen.

Pirita Maarit Johnsen is an Agile Coach and Change Management expert at Eviny, one of Norway’s leading green energy and technology companies. She has guided numerous teams and organizations through complex transformations, combining Agile principles ... Show more

A Global AI Governance and Responsible AI strategist, empowering Fortune 500 enterprises to build ethical, future-proof data and AI ecosystems. With 28+ years in technology leadership (formerly at Tata Consultancy Services), I bridge innovation and compliance through deep expertise in AI Governance frameworks, Enterprise Analytics, and Microsoft Fabric—certified in AI Strategy & Governance (Wharton), AI in Healthcare (Stanford), Enterprise IT Governance (CGEIT - ISACA), and as a Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer.

My work spans large-scale AI/analytics transformations, from migrating legacy BI systems to Microsoft Fabric, to embedding bias audits, regulatory checks, and ROI-driven adoption frameworks. These initiatives have delivered 20-40% efficiency gains in retail supply chains, financial risk models, and customer personalization—all while enforcing ethical guardrails.

A recognized LinkedIn voice on Responsible AI, I share pragmatic insights on AI governance, data quality, and auditable AI frameworks, with thought leadership spanning:
* AI readiness assessments to bridge data gaps,
* Bias mitigation in forecasting and inventory systems,
* Governance-by-design for Microsoft Fabric and multi-cloud platforms.

Whether advising CxOs or speaking at industry forums, I equip organizations to turn regulatory challenges into competitive advantages—proving that ethical AI isn’t a constraint, but a catalyst for scalable innovation.

A Global AI Governance and Responsible AI strategist, empowering Fortune 500 enterprises to build ethical, future-proof data and AI ecosystems. With 28+ years in technology leadership (formerly at Tata Consultancy Services), I bridge innovation and c... Show more

Software Engineer • FlutterFire • AI Enthusiast • GDG on Campus Lead’25 • Tech Trainer, Content Creator & Speaker

Software Engineer • FlutterFire • AI Enthusiast • GDG on Campus Lead’25 • Tech Trainer, Content Creator & Speaker Show more

Nik-Shahriar Nikkhah is a consultant, data engineer, tech lead, mentor, and founder of "SQL Data Side Inc." and co-founder of "DataAccolade" and "Azure IoTCoast2Coast," specializing in Microsoft Azure technologies. With over 30 years of experience, Nik started as a software developer and quickly specialized in data platforms, working extensively with Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, and Snowflake. He excels in designing and implementing backend data solutions across Synapse, AI, cloud data warehousing, and modern lakehouse architectures.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nnikkhah/

Nik-Shahriar Nikkhah is a consultant, data engineer, tech lead, mentor, and founder of "SQL Data Side Inc." and co-founder of "DataAccolade" and "Azure IoTCoast2Coast," specializing in Microsoft Azure technologies. With over 30 years of experience, N... Show more

Sanket Joshi is a Microsoft MVP for Azure, Senior Data & AI Engineer at Tietoevry, and passionate advocate for AI-powered cloud solutions. With over 8 years of experience, he specializes in designing scalable Azure architectures, implementing DevOps automation, and integrating AI tools like GitHub Copilot to enhance developer productivity.

As a Microsoft Certified Trainer holding 8+ Azure certifications including Solutions Architect Expert and DevOps Expert, Sanket has delivered transformative results across enterprise environments. His achievements include reducing cloud costs by 60% through FinOps implementation, automating deployment processes by 90%, and creating custom AI-assisted development workflows that accelerate time-to-market.

Sanket's expertise spans Terraform infrastructure-as-code, GitHub Actions CI/CD pipelines, Azure AI services, and cloud security. He regularly leads architecture workshops, proof-of-concepts, and hackathons with enterprise customers, helping organizations adopt AI-enhanced workflows and optimize cloud operations.

Beyond his technical work, Sanket is recognized as a Top 1% mentor on TopMate and Community Leader, guiding aspiring engineers through career transitions and certification journeys.

Sanket's sessions are known for being highly actionable and real-world focused, helping developers and organizations unlock new levels of productivity with modern cloud and AI technologies. Whether presenting on stage or mentoring one-on-one, he brings energy, clarity, and a strong commitment to helping others grow in the rapidly evolving world of cloud and AI.

Sanket Joshi is a Microsoft MVP for Azure, Senior Data & AI Engineer at Tietoevry, and passionate advocate for AI-powered cloud solutions. With over 8 years of experience, he specializes in designing scalable Azure architectures, implementing DevOps ... Show more

Avec plus de 20 ans d’expérience dans les nouvelles technologies, le Cloud Computing et l'Internet des objets (IoT), j’ai acquis une expertise approfondie dans la conception et le développement de solutions innovantes, allant des applications utilisateur aux architectures Cloud complexes.

Aujourd'hui, en tant que Directeur Product & Engineering chez ENKI Home (filiale du groupe ADEO), je dirige la stratégie produit et l'exécution technique de la plateforme IoT du groupe ADEO / Leroy Merlin, en plaçant l’expérience Smart Home et la transition énergétique au cœur de nos priorités.

Passionné par l'innovation, je combine expertise technique et vision produit pour concevoir des solutions à forte valeur ajoutée, adaptées aux besoins utilisateurs et aux défis technologiques. Curieux et autodidacte, je suis également un contributeur actif à la communauté open source, partageant mes connaissances à travers des conférences et des articles.

Mon objectif : faire évoluer des produits alliant performance, simplicité d’usage et impact positif, tout en guidant les équipes vers l’excellence technique et l’innovation continue.

Avec plus de 20 ans d’expérience dans les nouvelles technologies, le Cloud Computing et l'Internet des objets (IoT), j’ai acquis une expertise approfondie dans la conception et le développement de solutions innovantes, allant des applications utilisa... Show more

Patricia is author of the Children´s book: "El secreto que esconden los colores" that will be soon published in English. She has a university degree in Biology. She developed her Marketing and Business background at UCSD and SDSU in San Diego. She holds a Marketing Certificate in ESADE and a Communication Master in EADA (Barcelona). She is a certified Coach by the International Coaching Federation and also certified in Organization Relationship Systems Coaching (ORSC CRR Global)
Patricia has extensive experience in coaching, facilitation and consultancy around topics like leadership, communication, management, career development, Emotional Intelligence, time management, and day-to-day performance management. Patricia is working for the European Institutions (Commission, Parliament and Courts of Justice) and for NATO in Brussels and Luxembourg. In the private sector she works with companies like Inditex (Massimo Dutti, ZARA, Bershka), GSK, ING, L’Oréal, Astra Zeneca, Delitraiteur, Cargolux, Banco Santander, IPSEN and TOTAL in Brussels, London, Paris…working together with Human Resources to create specific and adapted trainings and conferences.
Lecturer in Gdansk University of Technology, ICHEC Business School in Brussels and EU Business School.
She is also a Keynote Speaker for Commerce schools like ESADE, companies like JUMP and many other institutions that need to boost their employees. Loves writing articles and podcasts for companies or for pleasure.
Her passion now is unlocking a person’s potential to maximize his or her own performance, and the best reward is their success.
She works in Spanish, English, French and Catalan.

Patricia is author of the Children´s book: "El secreto que esconden los colores" that will be soon published in English. She has a university degree in Biology. She developed her Marketing and Business background at UCSD and SDSU in San Diego. She ho... Show more

Co-founder at edge AI sensors in agritech/fintech,

Founder at consulting and IoT/smart cities firm, with clients in government and global intergovernmental organizations

Founding team at oceanic clean tech company focused on oceanic sovereign AI infrastructure

-Drafted one of Canada's AI policies
-PhD in IoT and AI integration into smart cities.
-28+ global awards in IoT and (edge) AI including from Microsoft, NVidia, OpenAI
-AI consultant at FAO
-Consulted on AI Federal Oceanic Policy and Strategy
-Advised firms and startups on defense, security, and AI strategy.
-Leading efforts in responsible and governance AI for smart cities, agritech, and healthcare
-Developed (IoT/AI/Digital twins/emerging tech) programs within smart city programs for Canadian municipalities

Co-founder at edge AI sensors in agritech/fintech, Founder at consulting and IoT/smart cities firm, with clients in government and global intergovernmental organizations Founding team at oceanic clean tech company focused on oceanic sovereign A... Show more

Laurent Morisseau accompagne les PME et ETI dans leurs transformations rapides grâce à une approche de stratégie adaptative. Auteur reconnu, pionnier des OKR en France, il a cofondé le framework open source Agile4Enterprise. Il intervient sur les enjeux de pilotage sous incertitude, agilité d’entreprise, organisation en flux et (re)design stratégique. Conférencier expérimenté, il partage une vision lucide, systémique et actionnable du changement.

Laurent Morisseau accompagne les PME et ETI dans leurs transformations rapides grâce à une approche de stratégie adaptative. Auteur reconnu, pionnier des OKR en France, il a cofondé le framework open source Agile4Enterprise. Il intervient sur les enj... Show more

I'm a full-stack developer and product builder with a passion for turning complex challenges into elegant, impactful solutions. My journey in technology is driven by a desire to build things that matter, from founding a NASSCOM-funded tech startup incubated at IIIT Bangalore to architecting a diverse range of applications.

My toolkit is a blend of creativity and engineering. I leverage React, Next.js, and Flutter for dynamic user interfaces, build robust backend systems with Node.js and Python, and explore the frontiers of AI with TensorFlow and LLMs. This versatility allows me to not just write code, but to design, manage, and deliver complete products from concept to launch.

Beyond the code, I thrive in collaborative environments, a passion sharpened by competing in—and winning—multiple hackathons. I'm always excited to connect with fellow innovators and explore new challenges.

I'm a full-stack developer and product builder with a passion for turning complex challenges into elegant, impactful solutions. My journey in technology is driven by a desire to build things that matter, from founding a NASSCOM-funded tech startup in... Show more

I am a Software Engineer with a Passion for Open Source. I love discovering new open source projects and understanding how they are powering developers. Fun fact: To the best of my ability, I always try to "Give Back" to open source packages, libraries, and software that really helped me by contributing or answering random questions on StackOverflow.

BECAUSE I UNDERSTAND THE WORLD DEPENDS ON OPEN SOURCE AND OPEN SOURCE DEPENDS ON ME.

I am a Software Engineer with a Passion for Open Source. I love discovering new open source projects and understanding how they are powering developers. Fun fact: To the best of my ability, I always try to "Give Back" to open source packages, librari... Show more

Shadab Hussain is a global technology leader at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence , Blockchain, and Quantum Computing. As a Lead Engineer at MathCo, he spearheads innovations in Engineering and Generative AI, delivering transformative solutions that shape the future of enterprise technology.

He is the Co-founder of Quantum Computing India and previously served as a Developer Advocate at the London Stock Exchange Group, where he bridged advanced engineering with real-world application across global developer ecosystems. Recognized as a Google Developer Expert for AI/ML (GenAI) and an AWS Community Builder, Shadab also holds certifications in AWS Machine Learning Specialty and Google Cloud Machine Learning Engineering.

A TEDx speaker and active contributor to the Davos Digital Council, Shadab operates at the intersection of emerging technologies, policy, and innovation strategy. He has presented at premier global platforms including the Data Engineering Summit, Quantum Innovation Summit, Google Developer Groups (GDG), and AWS events, where he actively champions AI governance, workforce development, and national innovation ecosystems.

An accomplished author and researcher, Shadab is the co-author of a book on Quantum Computing in Finance, merging academic insight with practical execution. Through ongoing mentorship, technical workshops, and hackathon leadership, he plays a pivotal role in addressing the global AI & Quantum talent gap—particularly in the United States—and advancing the responsible deployment of frontier technologies.

Shadab Hussain is a global technology leader at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence , Blockchain, and Quantum Computing. As a Lead Engineer at MathCo, he spearheads innovations in Engineering and Generative AI, delivering transformative solution... Show more

Philip Obiorah is a Data Scientist, Co-Organizer PyData Milton Keynes , Lead of GDG Cloud Port Harcourt, a Google Explore ML Facilitator, and a researcher with interests in Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing. He is a former Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Buckingham, United Kingdom, and currently serves as a Learning Development Coach in Computing at the University of Buckingham. An Oracle Certified Professional and a member of the British Computer Society, Philip has a diverse academic and professional background.

Philip holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Port Harcourt. In addition, he has earned two Master's degrees: an MSc in Applied Data Science from the University of Buckingham, graduating with distinction, and an MSc in Computer Science from the University of Port Harcourt. He also holds a BA in Philosophy from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria.

Philip is deeply committed to community development and has volunteered extensively to mentor participants in AI and data science programs through initiatives like AI School Africa, the Google Africa Developers Scholarship, and Google Explore ML with Crowdsource. His academic contributions include several research publications, notably "Topic Modeling Using Latent Dirichlet Allocation & Multinomial Logistic Regression," published in the Journal of Digital Innovations & Contemporary Research in Science, Engineering & Technology (Vol. 10, No. 4).

Philip’s efforts have earned him numerous accolades. He was a Global Nominee at NASA SpaceApps 2018 and received the Tech Social Impact Icon (Green) Award in 2022 from Techrity. He was also honored with a special plaque from Google Developer Groups for fostering a vibrant developer community at GDG Cloud Port Harcourt.

Passionate about teaching, community building, and bridging the gap between academia and the tech industry, Philip is dedicated to continuing his impactful journey and achieving even greater milestones in the future.

Philip Obiorah is a Data Scientist, Co-Organizer PyData Milton Keynes , Lead of GDG Cloud Port Harcourt, a Google Explore ML Facilitator, and a researcher with interests in Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing. He is a former Graduate Te... Show more