I'm a software engineer who helps software engineers and tech leader to develop high quality mobile solutions integrated with AI and Cloud Computing.

I'm a software engineer who helps software engineers and tech leader to develop high quality mobile solutions integrated with AI and Cloud Computing. Show more

David is an engineer with 20+ years of IT experience working in software development, quality assurance, and data science.
He is currently a Senior Automation Engineer for the First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO), a midwestern-based bank managing over $30 billion in assets.

David is an engineer with 20+ years of IT experience working in software development, quality assurance, and data science. He is currently a Senior Automation Engineer for the First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO), a midwestern-based bank managing ov... Show more

Ron Veen is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience ranging from Microservices to mainframes. His passion for software engineering and architecture has been his guiding force throughout his career. With over 20 years of expertise in the JVM and the Java ecosystem, Ron is an Oracle Certified Java Programmer (OCP) and a certified Sun Business Component Developer (SCBCD/OCPBCD).

A dedicated Java enthusiast, Ron also has a keen interest in alternative JVM languages, particularly Kotlin. At Team Rockstars IT, he serves as a Special Agent and lead developer, frequently speaking at international conferences. Ron is the author of books on Java Cloud-native migrations with Jakarta EE and on Virtual Threads, Structured Concurrency, and Scoped Values.

Ron Veen is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience ranging from Microservices to mainframes. His passion for software engineering and architecture has been his guiding force throughout his career. With over 20 years of expertise in th... Show more

Abdulakem Yusuf is a recent graduate with a degree in Agricultural Economics. He serves as a Gold Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador, Google Cloud Innovator, Postman Student Leader, GitHub Campus Expert, Friends of Figma Lead, and AWS Community Builder. Additionally, he is a Power BI Instructor at Pristine Research and Development Consult Limited and a fellow at No Hunger Bank.

Abdulakem Yusuf is a recent graduate with a degree in Agricultural Economics. He serves as a Gold Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador, Google Cloud Innovator, Postman Student Leader, GitHub Campus Expert, Friends of Figma Lead, and AWS Community Build... Show more

Andre Lopes is a Full-Stack software engineer with years of experience in web development. He is an AWS Community Builder, holds AWS Cloud Architect Associate and Terraform Associate certifications, and is deeply passionate about cloud architecture, full-stack development, and infrastructure as code. His expertise is in designing and implementing microservices and serverless solutions, ranging from straightforward API integrations to intricate event-driven asynchronous architectures. Andre is committed to sharing his knowledge through his tech articles and is always learning new technologies to keep his content fresh and informative.

Andre Lopes is a Full-Stack software engineer with years of experience in web development. He is an AWS Community Builder, holds AWS Cloud Architect Associate and Terraform Associate certifications, and is deeply passionate about cloud architecture, ... Show more

Currently working as an SE2 @ Intuit with the Identity Management Team.
Focused and enthusiastic developer with a keen interest in sustainable and viable software development. Intrigued by artificial intelligence and power platform.I am a passionate individual who thrives to build and apply algorithms to solve real-world problems.

Currently working as an SE2 @ Intuit with the Identity Management Team. Focused and enthusiastic developer with a keen interest in sustainable and viable software development. Intrigued by artificial intelligence and power platform.I am a passionat... Show more

Design Flow Creator, Transformers Petrobras Mentor, KMP-I, Design Thinker, LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Facilitator and Consultant at Petrobras

Design Flow Creator, Transformers Petrobras Mentor, KMP-I, Design Thinker, LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Facilitator and Consultant at Petrobras Show more

Vikash Agrawal is a Software Development Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS), leading initiatives in the AWS CloudWatch team. Previously, he played a key role in developing Amazon Q Developer, a Generative AI-powered assistant for developers. With over a decade of experience in software engineering and leadership, Vikash has led high-impact teams at Housing.com and Dream11, driving innovation and scalable solutions. A strong advocate for open-source, he has contributed to Mozilla (2012) and the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) (2013) through the prestigious Google Summer of Code. Passionate about AI, cloud computing, and engineering excellence, he is dedicated to building cutting-edge technology that empowers developers worldwide.

Vikash Agrawal is a Software Development Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS), leading initiatives in the AWS CloudWatch team. Previously, he played a key role in developing Amazon Q Developer, a Generative AI-powered assistant for developers. With o... Show more

Con más de 10 años de experiencia en Business Analytics y Transformación Digital, he liderado proyectos de innovación en canales digitales, business analytics, CRMs y optimización de procesos en mercados Latinoamericanos específicamente en sectores como banca, retail, automotriz, agroindustrias y educación superior. Apasionado por los datos y la educación, he sido Speaker en SQL Saturday, Tableau Community asi como comunidades STEAM.

Paralelamente me he desempeñado como Profesor en especializaciones en Inteligencia de Negocios y Operaciones a nivel internacional, donde comparto mis conocimientos para empoderar a futuros líderes en analítica y transformación empresarial.

Mi enfoque se centra en la innovación, la mejora continua y la transformación digital para generar valor estratégico a través de los datos.

Con más de 10 años de experiencia en Business Analytics y Transformación Digital, he liderado proyectos de innovación en canales digitales, business analytics, CRMs y optimización de procesos en mercados Latinoamericanos específicamente en sectores c... Show more

Swapna Anugu is an accomplished AI Cloud Data Solutions Architect with over 18 years of experience in designing and implementing innovative data solutions. As an AI-Driven Cloud Data Lead at Manasi Information Technologies, she specializes in integrating cutting-edge AI technologies with cloud platforms to deliver transformative business outcomes.
With a diverse technical background spanning data engineering, machine learning, and database administration, Swapna excels at architecting scalable data platforms using Azure, AWS, Databricks, and Snowflake. Her expertise in implementing OpenAI GPT models for real-time text summarization and intelligent document processing has significantly enhanced operational efficiency for major financial institutions.
At Mizuho Bank, Swapna architected a secure, scalable data platform that integrated Azure services with LLM workflows, reducing processing errors by 90% and cutting end-to-end processing time by 63%. Her implementation of robust data governance frameworks using Unity Catalog and advanced encryption protocols reduced security incidents by 87%.
Previously at Bank of America, Swapna led AI/ML and data management initiatives, implementing multi-layered matching frameworks and optimizing predictive models that improved accuracy by 40%. During her tenure at Accenture, she spearheaded Master Data Management solutions that reduced duplicate records by 90% and improved operational reliability.
Swapna holds a Master of Computer Applications from Osmania University, along with multiple prestigious certifications including Microsoft Certified Azure Data Engineer Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, and AWS Certified Machine Learning Specialty. She was awarded a Gold Medal for her academic excellence and received the "Accenture Excellence" Award for her outstanding contributions and automation initiatives.
A passionate problem-solver and continuous learner, Swapna remains at the forefront of cloud and AI advancements, consistently delivering solutions that drive measurable business value through increased efficiency, enhanced data accuracy, and strategic innovation.

Swapna Anugu is an accomplished AI Cloud Data Solutions Architect with over 18 years of experience in designing and implementing innovative data solutions. As an AI-Driven Cloud Data Lead at Manasi Information Technologies, she specializes in integra... Show more

As the Chief Information Security Officer at the Erlang Ecosystem Foundation (EEF), I drive security initiatives across Erlang, Elixir, Gleam, and the broader community. My role involves analyzing and implementing data protection, compliance, and secure development practices—particularly focusing on requirements like EU CRA/CISA and supply chain integrity. I maintain the EEF’s CNA (CVE Numbering Authority), ensuring vulnerability disclosures are managed effectively. I also collaborate closely with volunteer working groups, design software solutions for security challenges, and actively engage in fundraising activities.

As the Chief Information Security Officer at the Erlang Ecosystem Foundation (EEF), I drive security initiatives across Erlang, Elixir, Gleam, and the broader community. My role involves analyzing and implementing data protection, compliance, and sec... Show more

Adugbo Victory: Technical Writer, DApp Architect, and Blockchain Developer

Adugbo Victory is an experienced Blockchain Developer, DApp Architect, and Technical Writer who knows a lot about business development, finance, and blockchain technology. His work combines new technologies with smart implementation, which helps both new Web3 developers and well-known companies.

Victory is currently in charge of Sail's Blockchain Program. This program trains and guides the next generation of blockchain developers to make scalable, decentralized apps that work in the real world. He is a sought-after educator and thought leader in the blockchain industry because he can make complicated ideas easy to understand.

Beyond development, Victory has been a key player in driving strategic growth initiatives in AI and blockchain, using data-driven insights to create product strategies that make a difference. Because he is good at writing developer documentation and technical content, blockchain projects have clear, well-organized resources for adoption and growth.

Victory is a speaker who brings a unique mix of technical knowledge and strategic vision to the stage. This makes blockchain easier for businesses, developers, and innovators to understand and use.

Victory is still at the front of the Web3 revolution, whether it is making decentralized apps, designing blockchain architecture, or turning the potential of blockchain into real-world effects.

Adugbo Victory: Technical Writer, DApp Architect, and Blockchain Developer Adugbo Victory is an experienced Blockchain Developer, DApp Architect, and Technical Writer who knows a lot about business development, finance, and blockchain technology... Show more

Miroslav Janeski is a technical director at Init Group and is responsible for cloud development based on .NET and Azure technologies. Miroslav is Microsoft MVP for Cloud-Native and .NET. He has over 15 years of experience in software engineering, working on many domestic and international projects in different domains: ed-tech, Industrial IoT, e-government, embedded systems, automotive industry, control systems, banking and finance, IoT, etc. He holds an Engineering Doctorate (EngD) in Software Technology from the Eindhoven University of Technology. His specialties are data-driven applications and cloud computing. He is a husband and a father of two: a former basketball player and a mountain lover.

Miroslav Janeski is a technical director at Init Group and is responsible for cloud development based on .NET and Azure technologies. Miroslav is Microsoft MVP for Cloud-Native and .NET. He has over 15 years of experience in software engineering, wor... Show more

Jitender Jain is a visionary technical leader with over 16 years of experience in software architecture and engineering. His expertise spans AI, computer vision, distributed systems, and cloud computing. Throughout his career, Jitender has held prominent roles, such as Staff Software Engineer at Fortune#1 company and Principal Software Engineer at leading U.S. bank. His innovative, enterprise-wide software platforms safeguard over 100 million customers and deliver multi-million-dollar cost savings.

An AWS Certified Solutions Architect and published researcher, Jitender holds a USPTO-granted patent(#US11893819) for advanced AI in Financial Services. He also serves as official member of Forbes Tech Council. Recognized as a thought leader in the industry, regularly contributing influential white papers and technical articles on technology.

Jitender has a distinguished academic foundation in computer science and engineering, complemented by multiple professional certifications that underscore his commitment to technical mastery.

Jitender Jain is a visionary technical leader with over 16 years of experience in software architecture and engineering. His expertise spans AI, computer vision, distributed systems, and cloud computing. Throughout his career, Jitender has held promi... Show more

Imma is a Staff Developer Advocate who loves automating stuff and anything that helps get apps from development to production.

She enjoys sharing with local communities and helping them connect and thrive. You can find her co-organizing Grafana’s meetups in Barcelona and Madrid, Cloud Native Barcelona meetups, Software Crafters Barcelona, and KCD Barcelona 2024.

She also volunteers as a coach and board member at the TechFems Barcelona community and collaborates with Technovation Girls as a Judge.

She is a Bruce Springsteen fan. No surrender!

Imma is a Staff Developer Advocate who loves automating stuff and anything that helps get apps from development to production. She enjoys sharing with local communities and helping them connect and thrive. You can find her co-organizing Grafana’s ... Show more

Vannessa Van Beek is an accomplished cyber security leader with deep industry experience. She has experience leading multi-disciplinary teams, embedding robust security into digital transformation. Vannessa's background includes Security Operations, Incident Management, Risk Governance and Solution Design. Vannessa is an advocate for continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the cyber security community seeing this as critical to staying ahead of emerging threats.
She has 20 years of industry experience, coupled with a Law degree, Master of Business Administration, and a post-graduate diploma in Psychology, which guides her understanding of Technology, Risk, Strategy, and Culture. Her professional qualifications include CISM, CIPM and she is a graduate of the Cyber Leadership Institute and a Certified LEGO Serious Play facilitator.
Her experiences have shaped to know crises are inevitable, and preparing to respond requires disciplined operational procedures, responsive technology and a culture of teamwork and continuous learning. Vannessa was a winner in Australian Women in Security Awards - Cybersecuirty Champion and awarded CSO30 leadership award for fostering Security-Conscious culture.

Vannessa Van Beek is an accomplished cyber security leader with deep industry experience. She has experience leading multi-disciplinary teams, embedding robust security into digital transformation. Vannessa's background includes Security Operations, ... Show more

Title: Microsoft MVP || Software Developer(.NET, Flutter, Dart) || Power Platform Developer
Shadrack is a self-taught developer with a background in Finance. He is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) under the Business Applications category. An active tech community leader for the Power Platform User Group Kenya and also active contributor of the Microsoft Tech Community. Being a community enthusiast he has been able to organise and attend 20+ hackathons and tech events

Title: Microsoft MVP || Software Developer(.NET, Flutter, Dart) || Power Platform Developer Shadrack is a self-taught developer with a background in Finance. He is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) under the Business Applications categor... Show more

Joe Leo is the founder and owner of Def Method, a New York City-based software consultancy dedicated to building high-quality, thoughtfully crafted software. With over 20 years of experience as a software developer and engineering leader, he has helped shape and mentor teams across industries, always with a deep focus on software craft and building beautiful, maintainable code.

Joe is co-author of *The Well-Grounded Rubyist* and a respected voice in the Ruby community, frequently sharing insights on engineering leadership, AI-driven development, and sustainable software practices. Joe is committed to ensuring that automation serves as a tool for augmenting human creativity, improving collaboration, and sustaining the craft of software engineering.

Joe Leo is the founder and owner of Def Method, a New York City-based software consultancy dedicated to building high-quality, thoughtfully crafted software. With over 20 years of experience as a software developer and engineering leader, he has help... Show more

Glenda R. Snodgrass has been President, lead consultant and project manager at The Net Effect since the company's inception in 1996. She is a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), CMMC Certified Professional (CCP), CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA) and Lead CCA, specializing in helping organizations meet their security and compliance requirements. She has conducted numerous workshops covering GLBA, PCI DSS, HIPAA, FAR 52.204-21, DFARS 252.204-7012, NIST 800-171, NIST CSF and CMMC. Her dynamic personality and effective teaching style have made her a sought-after public speaker and corporate trainer for more than twenty years.

Glenda R. Snodgrass has been President, lead consultant and project manager at The Net Effect since the company's inception in 1996. She is a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), CMMC Certified Professional (CCP), CMMC Certified Assessor (C... Show more

I am a former software founder with an exit, currently a partner at a Seed VC focussed on AI software startups.
I spend my days developing our own AI driven software (Python and Next.js), evaluating new AI startups and supporting the ones that we have invested in.

I am a former software founder with an exit, currently a partner at a Seed VC focussed on AI software startups. I spend my days developing our own AI driven software (Python and Next.js), evaluating new AI startups and supporting the ones that we h... Show more

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

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

Taylor Sisco Maez is the Principal Product Manager at Capital Group, where she leads the end-user experience strategy for Enterprise Generative AI and core productivity platforms. With extensive expertise in implementing Microsoft 365 solutions, Taylor is dedicated to driving innovation, enhancing productivity, and fostering collaboration through cutting-edge technologies.

Outside of work, Taylor is an avid traveler who enjoys exploring new cultures and cuisines with her husband. She is also a devoted dog owner, cherishing time spent with her Havanese, Jack. Additionally, Taylor is a passionate Formula 1 fan, always eager to catch the latest races. Committed to sharing knowledge, Taylor helps others maximize their use of Microsoft technologies, believing that technology can unite people and create meaningful connections.

Taylor Sisco Maez is the Principal Product Manager at Capital Group, where she leads the end-user experience strategy for Enterprise Generative AI and core productivity platforms. With extensive expertise in implementing Microsoft 365 solutions, Tayl... Show more

Jermaine Green, CISA, CISSP, and a 2024 Cisco Champion, is a seasoned Cybersecurity CIP Auditor at SERC Reliability Corporation. In his role, Jermaine ensures that power companies across the Southeastern United States maintain reliable and secure operations in compliance with critical infrastructure protection standards. With a robust background in network engineering, wireless technologies, and firewall management, he brings a wealth of expertise to safeguarding the region’s power grid. His technical acumen and commitment to operational excellence make him a vital contributor to the cybersecurity and reliability of critical infrastructure.

Jermaine Green, CISA, CISSP, and a 2024 Cisco Champion, is a seasoned Cybersecurity CIP Auditor at SERC Reliability Corporation. In his role, Jermaine ensures that power companies across the Southeastern United States maintain reliable and secure ope... Show more

I am a hands-on Architect, with a proven record of delivering scalable, secure, and flexible enterprise systems. I am passionate about clean, readable, tested code and delivering excellent value to clients.

I currently serve as a Software Architect at Next Insurance. Our company provides small businesses with tailored, no hassle insurance at a significant discount by using AI and automation.

At my previous company (NI), I also served as the Lead of the Product Security Chapter, which focused on advancing NI's security posture using their SDL, Threat Modeling, Certifications, and lots of training.

I am a hands-on Architect, with a proven record of delivering scalable, secure, and flexible enterprise systems. I am passionate about clean, readable, tested code and delivering excellent value to clients. I currently serve as a Software Architec... Show more

Johnny Mattimore has over 35 years in financial services. He originally trained as a mathematician and markets economist. He worked for the first half of his career in investment banking and the second half of his career in hedge funds.

In recent years, he has focussed on the integration of physical risk into the financial ecosystem across banking, insurance and asset management. He does this through the development and promotion of open-source standards and solutions.

Johnny Mattimore has over 35 years in financial services. He originally trained as a mathematician and markets economist. He worked for the first half of his career in investment banking and the second half of his career in hedge funds. In recent... Show more

Michalis Michalos works as Cyber Resilience and Intelligence Manager at Alpha Bank‘s Cyber Security & Information Security Business Area, overviewing -amongst others- the AB-CSIRT. For the last 10+ years, Michalis has been working in the ICT industry focusing exclusively in cyber security since 2019 when he joined PCCW Global. An Electrical Engineering graduate, he also holds an MSc in Networking and Data Communications from Kingston University of London, and an MBA from the Hellenic Open University. He is entitled to a lot of certifications from large vendors including Microsoft Security Operations Analyst Associate, Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate and Certified MITRE ATT&CK Defender.

Michalis Michalos works as Cyber Resilience and Intelligence Manager at Alpha Bank‘s Cyber Security & Information Security Business Area, overviewing -amongst others- the AB-CSIRT. For the last 10+ years, Michalis has been working in the ICT industry... Show more

I am a data enthusiast with over 25 years of experience in data processing, database management and associated Microsoft technologies. I specialize in delivering high-quality solutions in data processing, database management, performance tuning, scaling, automation, business intelligence, and analytics. My extensive expertise includes working on numerous projects using SQL Server, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS, Power BI, Power Query, Python, R and PowerShell. As a speaker and mentor, I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and helping others to succeed. I played a key role in starting the Boston Business Intelligence user group, and I have also helped to run the New England SQL Server user group.

I am a data enthusiast with over 25 years of experience in data processing, database management and associated Microsoft technologies. I specialize in delivering high-quality solutions in data processing, database management, performance tuning, scal... Show more

Prabhu Govindasamy Varadaraj is a seasoned DevOps and Data Engineering professional with over 18 years of experience and extensive expertise in the banking and payments industry. Currently serving as a Software Engineer (DevOps) at First Citizens Bank, Prabhu specializes in cloud infrastructure management, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), container orchestration, and data engineering solutions.
Prabhu's career in technology began at Cognizant Technology Solutions, where he worked with major clients including Intuit, eBay, and Apple. His journey then led him to Red Oak Technologies supporting Apple, followed by roles at Shiminto Inc and Silicon Valley Bank, before joining First Citizens Bank in March 2023. At First Citizens Bank, Prabhu plays a crucial role in the data team, focusing on integrating data systems following bank mergers and acquisitions. He designs and implements data integration workflows, resolves data compatibility challenges, and ensures data security while facilitating seamless integration between legacy systems and core banking infrastructure.
With deep knowledge in AWS cloud infrastructure, Prabhu manages data engineering services including Lake Formation, Glue, S3, Lambda, and DynamoDB. He has implemented CI/CD pipelines using GitLab and Jenkins, built data-driven pipelines for automated data processing, and developed Infrastructure as Code using Terraform. As a Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) and HashiCorp Certified Terraform Associate, Prabhu has extensive experience with container technologies and orchestration, creating Docker containers and developing playbooks for deployment across multiple environments.
Prabhu's monitoring expertise includes Splunk, Grafana, Prometheus, and other tools, enabling him to create effective dashboards and alerts for system monitoring. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated strong leadership skills as a team lead and scrum representative, collaborating effectively with management and development teams to gather requirements, implement solutions, and resolve complex technical issues. His commitment includes 24/7 production support and handling server maintenance and release management, highlighting his dedication to operational excellence.
Prabhu holds a Master's degree in Power Electronics and Drives and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Anna University, India. His professional certifications include Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), HashiCorp Certified Terraform Associate, Splunk Power User Certification, Splunk User Certification, and Sun Certified Java Programmer. He remains passionate about creating resilient and flexible automation around best practices, standardizing processes, and continuous improvement in the DevOps and data engineering domains.

Prabhu Govindasamy Varadaraj is a seasoned DevOps and Data Engineering professional with over 18 years of experience and extensive expertise in the banking and payments industry. Currently serving as a Software Engineer (DevOps) at First Citizens Ban... Show more

Christopher has been working in project management for the last 25+ years and in agile coaching for the past 10 years. His passion is transformation; in the past he helped his clients as a consultant in digital and agile transformations. His view is always product and people centric. He loves agility, and teaches agility and project management as well as design-thinking for the past 8 years.
He loves to share his knowledge, teach others and engage with audiences.
He takes on new and interesting challenges and goes a step beyond.
Besides his professional passion in Transformation / consultancy, he is also very passionate about stand-up comedy, which he started 2 years ago, and he is very active in the German and international stand up scene in Berlin.

Christopher has been working in project management for the last 25+ years and in agile coaching for the past 10 years. His passion is transformation; in the past he helped his clients as a consultant in digital and agile transformations. His view is ... Show more

Erin Howland has lived in more countries than U.S. states and collects university degrees like other people collect coins. She has master's degrees in data science and Nordic studies (history) and baccalaureate degrees in accounting and history. She uses these accumulated skills and experiences in her role as a consultant for EJ Enterprises LLC, a company she and her husband created.

She can usually be found at acro, yoga, running and hiking outdoors, and picking up heavy things and setting them back down repeatedly. When not wiggling, she's probably asking why/why not something is the way it is (or isn't) and furiously researching. She also watches way too many horse videos.

Erin Howland has lived in more countries than U.S. states and collects university degrees like other people collect coins. She has master's degrees in data science and Nordic studies (history) and baccalaureate degrees in accounting and history. She ... Show more