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

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

Dan has been building software since before the dot-com days, responsible for the modernization, site reliability and greenfield projects, as well as responsible for hiring software and devops engineers at various stages and skill levels, from junior to architect level. He has built a career at TRIRIGA, IBM, Wipro, and now as the Global Director of Software for Arcadis, a leading design, consultancy, engineering, project and management services across every phase of asset creation and management for projects all around the world.

Dan has been building software since before the dot-com days, responsible for the modernization, site reliability and greenfield projects, as well as responsible for hiring software and devops engineers at various stages and skill levels, from junior... 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

Jitendra Gupta is 12 years experienced IT professional with expertise in information security, Kubernetes, and cloud computing. As a sought-after speaker, with a proven track record of implementing security best practices in cloud environments, Jitendra is dedicated to empowering fellow IT professionals with actionable takeaways to safeguard their applications, data and infrastructure on Google Cloud.

Jitendra Gupta is 12 years experienced IT professional with expertise in information security, Kubernetes, and cloud computing. As a sought-after speaker, with a proven track record of implementing security best practices in cloud environments, Jiten... Show more

An experienced data specialist and Power Platform enthusiast with a demonstrated track record of innovative work in the public sector for nearly 15 years. She possesses skills in Microsoft-based applications, databases, and quality assurance. Furthermore, she became a self-taught coder due to her unquenchable thirst for knowledge and a passion for helping others improve their coding skills.

An experienced data specialist and Power Platform enthusiast with a demonstrated track record of innovative work in the public sector for nearly 15 years. She possesses skills in Microsoft-based applications, databases, and quality assurance. Further... 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

Samah Alafeef

Founder and CEO of Metanoia Training and Consulting

Project Management Professional and Regional Officer of the International Federation of Global and Green Information and Communication Technology (IFGICT).
Samah Alafeef a computer engineer brought a broad range of technical and data management skills to her extensive work experience. Samah holds a master's degree in Project Management Engineering and a diploma in Humanitarian Logistics and Supply chain. The combination of managerial and technical skills she has in both the Humanitarian and Commercial sectors enabled her to serve as a consultant in various aspects related to management and technology. Samah is a PMP® certified, Risk RMP ® certified, Agile ACP certified, certified Microsoft innovative educator, and certified green IT professional. She is coaching people and organizations to develop their professional images, being agile, and jump to a higher professional level.

Samah Alafeef Founder and CEO of Metanoia Training and Consulting Project Management Professional and Regional Officer of the International Federation of Global and Green Information and Communication Technology (IFGICT). Samah Alafeef a compu... Show more

Rana Gujral is a TED Speaker, a visionary entrepreneur and AI thought leader at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), and Cognitive AI. As an authority in AI-driven decision-making, behavioral analytics, and voice intelligence, Rana’s work explores how advanced AI can understand, predict, and enhance human interactions.
He has delivered keynote speeches and expert panels at prestigious global events, including the World Economic Forum, CES, GovAI Summit, GITEX, TNW, AI Everything, LEAP, DSC Europe, WAICF, and TEDx, where he shares groundbreaking insights on AGI development, cognitive AI, deepfake detection, and ethical AI frameworks. His expertise spans predictive voice analytics, emotion AI, and AI-powered behavioral profiling, making him a sought-after speaker for technology conferences, AI summits, and enterprise innovation forums.
Rana is the CEO of Behavioral Signals, a company pioneering state-of-the-art AI-driven behavioral analytics that enables machines to comprehend and respond to human emotions with unprecedented accuracy.
Rana Gujral delivers compelling, future-focused keynotes that explore the intersection of AI, AGI, cognitive computing, and ethics, offering audiences cutting-edge insights into the future of intelligent machines.

Rana Gujral is a TED Speaker, a visionary entrepreneur and AI thought leader at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), and Cognitive AI. As an authority in AI-driven decision-making, behavioral analytics... Show more

Philipp Kersting ist unabhängiger Green-IT-Berater. Er coacht Manager und Mitarbeitende in IT, Fachbereich und Controlling und setzt sich für geringere IT-Kosten und -Emissionen ein. Er ist ein sehr erfahrener IT‘ler, zertifizierter FinOps Practitioner und Auditor für den Blauen Engel für Software.

Philipp Kersting ist unabhängiger Green-IT-Berater. Er coacht Manager und Mitarbeitende in IT, Fachbereich und Controlling und setzt sich für geringere IT-Kosten und -Emissionen ein. Er ist ein sehr erfahrener IT‘ler, zertifizierter FinOps Practition... Show more

My name is David Emenyi. I am one of Africa's top Business Strategists & Consultants, as well as "West Africa’s first and currently only official Grant Cardone Licensee".

I am a strategist, creative thinker, coach, keynote speaker and highly passionate about making a difference in the lives of people via the various training platforms I engage.

I currently serve as Head of Business Services & New Product Experimentation at Start Innovation Hub, Lead Strategist for The Deliberate CEO International and I'm a choice consultant for various brands on brand strategy, effective sales/product development/training, and digital marketing strategy.

My superpower is developing "10X Strategies" tailor-made for you so you can begin producing 10X results. I simply won’t rest, stop or quit until we get the desired results!!! This is my commitment to the world.

My name is David Emenyi. I am one of Africa's top Business Strategists & Consultants, as well as "West Africa’s first and currently only official Grant Cardone Licensee". I am a strategist, creative thinker, coach, keynote speaker and highly passi... Show more

Noa Weiss is a senior AI & machine learning consultant who’s been working with data for 14 years. She works with both early-stage startups and established companies, helping them design their AI strategy and build the ML projects that best fit their needs. She also leads the Israeli community of Women in Data Science, utilizes deep learning for the preservation of whales with the Deep Voice Foundation, and mentors early-stage founders on AI & data strategy through the Good Food Institute mentoring program. She founded GreenProtein AI, a non profit utilizing machine learning to revolutionize plant-based meat production, and is passionate about using AI to promote Alternative Proteins.

Noa Weiss is a senior AI & machine learning consultant who’s been working with data for 14 years. She works with both early-stage startups and established companies, helping them design their AI strategy and build the ML projects that best fit their ... Show more

Igniting the African Growth Story: Harnessing Data, AI, and ML to Empower Industries, Markets, and Lives.

As an Intrepreneur/Entrepreneur, I am fuelled by a burning passion for propelling business growth through effective processes and structures. However, my vision extends far beyond that. I firmly believe that the power of Data Insights, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning will serve as the catalysts propelling Africa into a realm of double-figure growth in sectors such as Agriculture, Financial Inclusion, Insurance Penetration, and more.

Forever a Mentee and student of life, I have amassed 9 years of invaluable experience as a dedicated and detail-oriented Project Lead/Owner. My journey has taken me through diverse environments, honing my skills in monitoring, maintaining, and surpassing client satisfaction goals and growth objectives through data-driven teams.

I hold a special interest in capturing the millennial market and leveraging Modelling Artificial Intelligence systems to unlock exponential growth opportunities in the African Market. To complement my expertise, I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Actuarial Science at the esteemed University of Nairobi.

Beyond my educational background and industry experience, I have founded two successful startups that showcase my commitment to driving technological advancements and intrinsic value in the world:

1. BimaSmart: An Insurance Evaluation platform revolutionizing risk assessment and pricing of micro-insurance. I successfully sold the concept to https://jetsure-agritech.com/ in 2016-2017.

2. Tose Technologies LTD: A groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning think tank focused on implementing AI in Agriculture Value Chains to mitigate risk associated with financial instruments. Though currently at the ideation stage, we are poised to embark on a proof of concept journey in October 2022.

Igniting the African Growth Story: Harnessing Data, AI, and ML to Empower Industries, Markets, and Lives. As an Intrepreneur/Entrepreneur, I am fuelled by a burning passion for propelling business growth through effective processes and structures.... Show more

My name is Aquayemi-Claude from London, Richmond Upon Thames, England, United Kingdom. I am 24 year old who has created a Campaign back 2020 and also a in the year of 2015 to then create a brand line for my Campaign. Which was created into the fashion line of awareness for, The Claudes SEN Law Campaign in 2020. My noneprofit Clothing Brand grow to gain awareness, in result of my years of discrimination in Britain.

Who has also created a number of innovations for example the Instagram Live Interview Opportunity which get's uploaded to my podcast. Where you able to #ShareYourStories which will give you awareness which you are looking for, including the Artist Tuesday and Track Of The Week which takes place on my other Instagram Musician page: @Garnett_2000 which gives unsigned unheard fellow musician the awareness and exposure which they or the individual deserve.

Which was created back in 2015 and has grown overtime. #SaveTheArts The Instagram Live and Podcast Interview opportunity was created back in 2021 and has also equally grown overtime. 

When I am a British black male neurodiverse who has managed epilepsy. Who is born and brought up in Britain all my life. I also have published four books at the age of 23 while being denied an education from 2017, because of my hidden disabilities, and also the colour of my skin as a young black male individual who is changing the narrative for Inclusive and diverse world, with equal opportunities.

In the 21st century Britain which is stuck in a time capsule, who also created the Safe Space Tuesday Afternoon Tea Event.

Which is in aid of mental health awareness for individuals. Who require a safe space to talk while drinking tea online weather that's Twitter Space or Zoom. Who believes in: "Inclusive equal world for Neurodivers, people with hidden, visable disabilities and the awareness of the  #TheClaudesSENLaw

Occupation: Student, Author,  Campaigner,  Youth Delegate,  Entrepreneur, Influencer, Keynote Public Speaker, Philanthropist, Activist in reducing Inequality + Quality Education, CEO, Fashion Designer, Singer Songwriter also the creator of "The Claudes SEN Law Campaign. Which is National & International  Campaign & Garnetts Clothing Brand & Range non-profit organisation. This news issue would be important to me because I personally believe in the  awareness of The Claudes SEN Law Campaign ~ Mission is to deliver and execute "Inclusive equal world for Neurodivers, people with hidden, visable disabilities and the awareness of the  #TheClaudesSENLaw 

Society judges a individual by its appearance and abilities. Let's change the narrative. In up rooting the current system for inclusive, diverse world with equal opportunities in addressing low efficiency of representation in government and society. The noneprofit Clothing brand, "Garnetts Clothing Brand & Range," which is "For the Eccentric, Fashionable people which  are in the World.  For their Voice to be out there Heard among the Crowd." #signatureuniqueness

My name is Aquayemi-Claude from London, Richmond Upon Thames, England, United Kingdom. I am 24 year old who has created a Campaign back 2020 and also a in the year of 2015 to then create a brand line for my Campaign. Which was created into the fashio... Show more

Lee Dickson brings 7+ years of experience in productizing AI solutions and predictive analytics, with a strong track record of streamlining operations and improving customer engagement for SMBs and enterprise clients. With an extensive background in technology and SaaS, he's an advocate for using AI to solve real-world problems that build strong relationships between businesses and their customer base through customizable conversations with digital AI agents.

Lee was part of the founding team that built raia AI, a platform that can rapidly deploy customizable AI assistants with low-to-no code required. These AI agents can handle a variety of job roles that focus around sales, support, marketing, and operational departments across a wide range of industries (software & technology, healthcare, financial services, travel & tourism, marketing agencies, real estate, and more).

Lee has built an AI learning community of over 300,000 subscribers through his podcast "The AI Guys" that makes artificial intelligence easy to understand for everyone. Through this initiative, he has been able to assist countless businesses and industries build a gold standard for their own AI deployment and consulted business leadership teams that manage companies with annual recurring revenues of $5M-$500M+.

Lee Dickson brings 7+ years of experience in productizing AI solutions and predictive analytics, with a strong track record of streamlining operations and improving customer engagement for SMBs and enterprise clients. With an extensive background in ... Show more

With over 4 years of experience in the tech and data analytics space, I have contributed significantly to innovative fintech startups across Africa and currently work with a leading fintech company. Beyond my professional role, I am passionate about mentoring and teaching aspiring data professionals. I have collaborated with esteemed edtech organizations such as Tech4Dev and Niyo BootCamp, and have taught over 3,000 students across Africa and the United Kingdom. Additionally, I have worked on impactful data analytics projects with Nasarawa State, FCMB among others, driving data-driven decision-making and innovation. My dedication to continuous learning and community engagement underscores my commitment to advancing the field of data analytics.

With over 4 years of experience in the tech and data analytics space, I have contributed significantly to innovative fintech startups across Africa and currently work with a leading fintech company. Beyond my professional role, I am passionate about ... Show more

I'm Pillippa Pérez Pons, a Frontend Software Engineer, I am passionate about developing innovative web applications that enhance user experiences and improve efficiency. Originally from Chile, I have been living in the Bay Area for the past three years, embracing the vibrant tech community here.

Volunteering and community involvement are core to who I am. In 2019 and 2020, I mentored young girls through Niñas Pro, helping them develop their technical skills and inspiring their interest in technology. I also contributed to Django Girls in 2020, creating a welcoming environment for women to learn coding. In 2023, I had the opportunity to be an organizer for JSConf Chile, fostering a collaborative and inclusive tech community. Additionally, I played a significant role in JavaScript Chile 2023, promoting education and growth within the local JavaScript community. My commitment is to empower underrepresented groups and encourage them to pursue careers in technology, believing in their potential to make a significant impact.

I'm Pillippa Pérez Pons, a Frontend Software Engineer, I am passionate about developing innovative web applications that enhance user experiences and improve efficiency. Originally from Chile, I have been living in the Bay Area for the past three yea... Show more

I'm a developer passionate about making large language models work on small budgets. From full-stack apps to containerised AI workloads, I love building things that are clever, efficient, and production-ready—even without enterprise-level resources. Currently exploring how far Kubernetes can stretch when you're resource-conscious but ambition-heavy.

I'm a developer passionate about making large language models work on small budgets. From full-stack apps to containerised AI workloads, I love building things that are clever, efficient, and production-ready—even without enterprise-level resources. ... Show more

Taylor Smith, Senior Developer Advocate at Red Hat, is an advocate of open source AI innovation and democratization. She has a background in software development, open source technologies like Kubernetes and linux, and technical partnerships. Taylor loves music, animals, and helping to solve real-world problems with technology. Based out of North Carolina.

Taylor Smith, Senior Developer Advocate at Red Hat, is an advocate of open source AI innovation and democratization. She has a background in software development, open source technologies like Kubernetes and linux, and technical partnerships. Taylor ... Show more

Michael is a Senior Platform Engineer at 1KOMMA5°, leveraging over ten years of experience building developer-centric platforms. Michael has pioneered Helm-based deployments for Google Cloud Run, introduced service catalogues, and implemented Backstage in multiple organizations. It all started with hosting and developing a popular Minecraft server, which eventually led to migrating hundreds of microservices from on-premise to Azure, introducing Terraform Automation and Collaboration Tools along the way.

Michael is a Senior Platform Engineer at 1KOMMA5°, leveraging over ten years of experience building developer-centric platforms. Michael has pioneered Helm-based deployments for Google Cloud Run, introduced service catalogues, and implemented Backsta... Show more

William is a CNCF Ambassador and Linkerd Ambassador currently working at Mirantis as Strategy Lead. He’s focused on helping customers designing, building, and running their initiatives on Edge, AI and Platform Engineering. He wore many hats in the IT world, Engineering, Pre-Post sales, Product Owner and Consulting. from HPC, Storage to Distributed Systems.
William enjoys volunteering in several Cloud Native groups and organizing the KCD Netherlands events.

William is a CNCF Ambassador and Linkerd Ambassador currently working at Mirantis as Strategy Lead. He’s focused on helping customers designing, building, and running their initiatives on Edge, AI and Platform Engineering. He wore many hats in the IT... Show more

Ihuoma Anosike is a technical writer, community manager, and developer advocate with a strong focus on open-source projects and inclusive mentorship. She is a committed advocate for empowering newcomers to tech and creating accessible documentation that drives collaboration and innovation. Ihuoma is actively involved in the Women in Blockchain Africa community, where she contributes to educational initiatives and mentors aspiring tech professionals.

Ihuoma Anosike is a technical writer, community manager, and developer advocate with a strong focus on open-source projects and inclusive mentorship. She is a committed advocate for empowering newcomers to tech and creating accessible documentation t... Show more

I am a digital transformer, focusing on digital transformation and the development of skills in agile methodologies, creative thinking, design thinking, and design flow. Certified as a systems analyst by Petrobras, I have participated in several strategic projects that delivered significant results for the company.

Currently, I work in the Management Assessment and Integration department for HSE in E&P at Petrobras, but my journey at the company began in 2006. Since then, I have worked in a variety of areas, including environmental management, contingency planning, contract management, and management support, both in services and E&P operations.

I am a biologist by training, a teacher by vocation, and a technology enthusiast, passionate about applying creative and innovative tools to solve complex problems and drive cultural and organizational change.

In recognition of my work, I received the Orgulho Petrobras Award in February 2025, highlighting my commitment to excellence, collaboration, and innovation within the company.

I am a digital transformer, focusing on digital transformation and the development of skills in agile methodologies, creative thinking, design thinking, and design flow. Certified as a systems analyst by Petrobras, I have participated in several stra... Show more

Sujay is a seasoned software engineer with expertise in building scalable data platforms and stream processing systems. Currently part of Netflix's Data Platform team, he leads various efforts in Data Mesh, which processes trillions of daily events. Sujay spearheaded building real-time streaming transformations, enabling quick, data-driven decisions.
Previously, he led various initiatives in Meta and Microsoft - from ultra high scale Data & Cloud Infrastructures to business critical Integrity Systems and Real-time messaging services.

Sujay is a seasoned software engineer with expertise in building scalable data platforms and stream processing systems. Currently part of Netflix's Data Platform team, he leads various efforts in Data Mesh, which processes trillions of daily events. ... Show more

System architect, I have spent the last few years honing expertise in designing and implementing digital platforms. My journey from coding to architecture embodies a deep understanding of technology, driving innovation and efficiency in complex digital environments.

System architect, I have spent the last few years honing expertise in designing and implementing digital platforms. My journey from coding to architecture embodies a deep understanding of technology, driving innovation and efficiency in complex digit... Show more

If you're comfortable with the status quo, you won't enjoy listening to Stephen Parkins.

Stephen is a seasoned innovation strategist, executive coach and business leader with over two decades of experience turning uncertainty into opportunity.

With a career spanning roles as an energy trader, global head of innovation, and startup founder, Stephen has worked with companies of all sizes—from nimble one-person ventures, to European scale-ups, to multinational corporations with over 100,000 employees.

As the founder of Culturedge, Stephen advises medium to large enterprises on building the structures and strategies they need to embed innovation, take manageable risks and achieve exponential growth.

Known for pushing boundaries and telling executives what they need to hear, Stephen has helped redesign flagship products like ABN AMRO Bank's Tikkie and established global innovation frameworks at organisations like SGS.

A polyglot and global citizen, Stephen has lived in five countries and speaks five languages, bringing an international perspective to every new challenge.

If you're comfortable with the status quo, you won't enjoy listening to Stephen Parkins. Stephen is a seasoned innovation strategist, executive coach and business leader with over two decades of experience turning uncertainty into opportunity. ... Show more

Meet Luc Weinbrecht, Green BPM Consultant at envite. As a distinguished Camunda Champion, he dives into the realm of cutting-edge software architecture within the Camunda framework. With boundless enthusiasm, Luc pioneers novel solutions for business monitoring and takes a serious stance in crafting strategies to significantly reduce the carbon impact of business processes. Join him on the exciting journey towards a greener, more efficient future.

Meet Luc Weinbrecht, Green BPM Consultant at envite. As a distinguished Camunda Champion, he dives into the realm of cutting-edge software architecture within the Camunda framework. With boundless enthusiasm, Luc pioneers novel solutions for business... Show more

Shweta is a highly skilled software professional with almost 12 years of experience in various technologies. She is a mentor and engineering lead at Intuit. She is a core member of Tech Women @Intuit and strongly advocates for women in Tech and believes in giving back to the community. Shweta is an active speaker who has presented at multiple forums, including GHC 2022, WomenInTech 2022 & 2023, Women Who Code San Diego and other events.

Shweta is a highly skilled software professional with almost 12 years of experience in various technologies. She is a mentor and engineering lead at Intuit. She is a core member of Tech Women @Intuit and strongly advocates for women in Tech and belie... Show more

Martin works at Broadcom on developer tooling for Spring and Spring Boot. He co-leads the team that ships all the Spring Tools for Visual Studio Code, Eclipse, Theia, Codespaces, and more.

Martin works at Broadcom on developer tooling for Spring and Spring Boot. He co-leads the team that ships all the Spring Tools for Visual Studio Code, Eclipse, Theia, Codespaces, and more. Show more

Danielina strast za svemirom snage nuklearnog reaktora najbolje opisuje njenu motivaciju za pokretanjem projekta CroCube. Direktorica je prodaje i marketinga tvrtke Spacemanic te živi i diše svemir u svemu što radi.
Teleskopi, amaterski radio, rakete ni sateliti joj nisu strani, a glavna joj je misija popularizirati znanost, stvoriti prilike za mlade te pomoći Hrvatskoj u stjecanju iskustva u svemirskoj industriji. Daniela je radila na lansiranju već nekoliko satelita – VZLUSAT-2, BDSat-1, BDSat-2, Planetum-1, Veronika, a kao mozak i srce ove operacije ima veliku želju i Hrvatsku približiti zvijezdama.

Danielina strast za svemirom snage nuklearnog reaktora najbolje opisuje njenu motivaciju za pokretanjem projekta CroCube. Direktorica je prodaje i marketinga tvrtke Spacemanic te živi i diše svemir u svemu što radi. Teleskopi, amaterski radio, raket... Show more