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Hi, you can call me Gatan. As a former IT Support Specialist turned DevOps Engineer, I’ve always been driven by the challenge of improving systems and processes. My expertise with Docker, Ansible, Prometheus, and Grafana has been crucial in my new role, where I focus on CI/CD and infrastructure automation. I’m all about making software development smoother and more efficient. Let’s talk about how we can push the boundaries of DevOps together.

Hi, you can call me Gatan. As a former IT Support Specialist turned DevOps Engineer, I’ve always been driven by the challenge of improving systems and processes. My expertise with Docker, Ansible, Prometheus, and Grafana has been crucial in my new ro... Show more

Dr. Daniels-Osaze is the Associate Dean for Education and a Clinical Associate Professor of Health Policy and Management in the School of Public Health at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University. She specializes in developing pathway programs that diversify the health professions and focus on the reduction of health disparities in health care. Dr. Daniels-Osaze has a successful track record of receiving extramural grants which have generated $12.6 million in total revenue for SUNY Downstate. She is the contact PI for the Downstate Public Health Scholarship Program (DPHSP) and the Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP) and the Co-PI for the Downstate Center of Excellence for Diversity and Equity in Medicine sponsored by the Health Research and Services Administration (HRSA). She is also the contact PI for the Downstate Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP) sponsored by the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

Dr. Daniels-Osaze earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Cornell University in Linguistics and Cognitive Studies, her Master of Arts degree from New York University in Higher Education Administration, a Master of Public Health in Health Policy and Management, and her Doctor of Education from Northeastern University. Dr. Daniels-Osaze is also a proud alumna of the MPH program at SUNY Downstate and a Lenard and Christine Szarek fellowship recipient. Her interest is in Health Policy and Management with a particular focus on health equity, leadership and administration of public health systems.

As Associate Dean for Education, her role is to facilitate all curriculum development and modifications, accreditation activities, program evaluation and quality improvement. In her faculty role in the Department of Health Policy and Management, she teaches master's and doctoral level courses in leadership, management, grant writing, strategic planning and marketing. She is also passionate about international education and healthcare and serves as a Queen Mother (Nkatasiahene) of Moree in the Cape Coast region of Ghana. She has publish multiple articles and book chapters.

Dr. Daniels-Osaze is the former president of the National Association of Medical Minority Educators (NAMME), an organization dedicated to improving the overall health status of racial and ethnic populations. She currently serves as a Senator for the SUNY University Faculty Senate (UFS). She has received numerous awards including the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Professional Service, the Inspiring Leaders in STEM Award and the Dr. Edward R. Robinson, Jr. Medallion Award for Educational Excellence.

Dr. Daniels-Osaze is the Associate Dean for Education and a Clinical Associate Professor of Health Policy and Management in the School of Public Health at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University. She specializes in developing pathway programs that ... Show more

He received the B.Sc. degree in mechanical engineering and the M.Sc. degree in mechanical engineering with a specialization in industrial production. He is currently pursuing the Ph.D. degree in industrial and management engineering at University of Rome "La Sapienza", Italy. He is also a former Contract Researcher at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Sapienza University of Rome. His current research interests include systems theory applications on complex systems’ resilience and reliability through the use of simulation tools and AI techniques.

He received the B.Sc. degree in mechanical engineering and the M.Sc. degree in mechanical engineering with a specialization in industrial production. He is currently pursuing the Ph.D. degree in industrial and management engineering at University of ... Show more

Ingeniero en Computación que ha pasado por diferentes puestos como soporte técnico, programación web, marketing digital, y ahora UX, específicamente en investigación.

Dedica su tiempo libre en dar mentorías en Laboratoria y ADPList. Si aun así le sobre tiempo, comparte contenido en su canal de Youtube y Blog personal.

Además de conocer y escuchar opiniones del gremio de IT en comunidades, foros y redes sociales, le emociona conocer otras personas en videojuegos como World of Warcraft y League of Legends.

Ingeniero en Computación que ha pasado por diferentes puestos como soporte técnico, programación web, marketing digital, y ahora UX, específicamente en investigación. Dedica su tiempo libre en dar mentorías en Laboratoria y ADPList. Si aun así le ... Show more

Nathakhun Wiroonsri earned his B.Sc. in Mathematics with first-class honors from Chulalongkorn University, Master of Financial Mathematics from North Carolina State University, and Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from the University of Southern California in 2010, 2013, and 2018, respectively. His research pursuits encompass various areas such as probability theory, mathematical statistics, distributional approximation using Stein’s method, and statistical and machine learning.

Nathakhun Wiroonsri earned his B.Sc. in Mathematics with first-class honors from Chulalongkorn University, Master of Financial Mathematics from North Carolina State University, and Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from the University of Southern Californ... Show more

How to destroy Happiness at work
In a time when many companies, our economy and our society are under pressure, ‘Happiness at Work’ is not a ‘nice to have’ feature. It is essential. The term may seem esoteric or, at best, sound like ‘soft skills’. The effects are brutal. In the best case, more sales and more profit are just as much a part of it as lower fluctuation and fewer bugs. On the negative side, you can expect quality defects, low employee engagement, inner resignation and social disadvantages.
To explain this, we first talk about what happiness actually means. What does a lack of ‘Happiness at Work’ do to employee motivation and what consequences does it have for a company? What role does ‘Happiness at Work’ play in software development and in the topics of this conference? What can I do as a developer to achieve an improvement?

How to destroy Happiness at work In a time when many companies, our economy and our society are under pressure, ‘Happiness at Work’ is not a ‘nice to have’ feature. It is essential. The term may seem esoteric or, at best, sound like ‘soft skills’. T... Show more

Meet Bhorania is a final-year Computer Science student at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, and a Google Developer Group (GDG) Academy Ambassador. Passionate about the intersection of AI and technology. As a speaker at DevFest, I will be delivering an insightful talk on the growing role of Generative AI in transforming industries. With a deep interest in AI, especially in how it can shape the future, it aim to inspire others to explore the endless possibilities of this technology.

Meet Bhorania is a final-year Computer Science student at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, and a Google Developer Group (GDG) Academy Ambassador. Passionate about the intersection of AI and technology. As a speaker at DevFest, I will be deliverin... Show more

Brad Tucker is an Astrophysicist/Cosmologist at the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics, Mt. Stromlo Observatory and the National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science, at the Australian National University.
Brad received Bachelor’s degrees in Physics, Philosophy, and Theology from the University of Notre Dame and a PhD in Astrophysics and Cosmology from Mt. Stromlo Observatory at the ANU. He’s leading programs using the NASA’s Kepler Space Telescope and TESS to understand why and how stars blow up. He’s also building a network of ultraviolet telescopes in the upper atmosphere, and a search to find Planet 9.
Brad frequently gives talks to school groups and the public about Astronomy and has regular segments on various radio and TV stations. He has also developed a series of Astronomy coins with the Royal Australian Mint, consulted on science fiction movies, and has been featured in TV specials. He is currently in the process of writing his first popular book and has developed an online Astronomy course.

Brad Tucker is an Astrophysicist/Cosmologist at the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics, Mt. Stromlo Observatory and the National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science, at the Australian National University. Brad received Bachelor’s ... Show more

Part furry, part otaku, part nerd, part jock, and part gamer! A fellow who enjoys playing arcade games for the thrill of winning prizes and then doesn't know what to do with them!

Part furry, part otaku, part nerd, part jock, and part gamer! A fellow who enjoys playing arcade games for the thrill of winning prizes and then doesn't know what to do with them! Show more

Ankita Nikalje is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology in the Counseling program at UW-Milwaukee. She earned her PhD in Counseling Psychology from Purdue University (U.S.A.), her MS in Cross-Cultural Psychology from Brunel University (U.K.), and her BS (Hons.) in Psychology from the University of Melbourne and Bond University (Australia).

Dr. Nikalje's research focuses on the impact of systemic, institutional, interpersonal, and internalized oppression on lived experiences and mental health. She is particularly passionate about issues of within-group discrimination and uplifting the experiences of those who are minoritized within their communities and social/identity groups.

Ankita Nikalje is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology in the Counseling program at UW-Milwaukee. She earned her PhD in Counseling Psychology from Purdue University (U.S.A.), her MS in Cross-Cultural Psychology from ... Show more

I'm a bioinformatician at Velsera, specializing in implementing Nextflow language on the Velsera Seven Bridges platform. My role encompasses analyzing bulk RNA-seq data and conducting tertiary analysis, with a particular emphasis on differential expression analysis. Furthermore, I'm actively involved in lecturing at bioinformatics courses within the Faculties of Mathematics and Electrical Engineering, covering RNA sequencing and secondary as well as tertiary analysis techniques.

My academic background includes graduating from the Faculty of Biology at the University of Belgrade, where I also completed my master's thesis in Molecular Biology. During my thesis, I conducted research focused on discovering microbiomes in a mouse model of Multiple Sclerosis.

I'm a bioinformatician at Velsera, specializing in implementing Nextflow language on the Velsera Seven Bridges platform. My role encompasses analyzing bulk RNA-seq data and conducting tertiary analysis, with a particular emphasis on differential expr... Show more

Nalani is a second-year sociology PhD student at Northwestern University. Her research interests include the intersection of land stewardship and empire, focusing on demilitarization and decolonization in the Pacific. Saito’s current project is on the environmental impacts of militarism in Honolulu.

Nalani is a second-year sociology PhD student at Northwestern University. Her research interests include the intersection of land stewardship and empire, focusing on demilitarization and decolonization in the Pacific. Saito’s current project is on th... Show more

Judah De Paula received his PhD in computer sciences from University of Texas at Austin where he focused on cognitive science (psychology) and computational neuroscience (biology) and published a neural network model of a trichromatic (human) primary visual cortex (artificial intelligence). For two years he wrote fluid dynamics code at Enthought and was involved in the Python open-source community. Judah moved to Iowa, started a family, lost his first wife to cancer, and has worked for fifteen years at Corteva Agriscience in a variety of roles, including management. His current title is, Senior Software Architect where he partners with agronomic researchers to write new code and simultaneously keep millions of lines of legacy in-house code operational.

Studying the human mind is his true passion but computers pay better. While not at work he's taking care of his one wife, seven kids, three cats, two dogs and a mix of hamsters, fish, but never a snake. Pro tip: listening to vinyl records as a hobby drives kids out of the den faster than the plague. Current exciting-to-him topics include music, Aristotelian logic, Jungian shadows, lobsters, comparative religion, Deadpool movies, getting a rock band together, and of course whatever is on the back of the napkin that is much more interesting than what's going on with the rest of the party.

Judah De Paula received his PhD in computer sciences from University of Texas at Austin where he focused on cognitive science (psychology) and computational neuroscience (biology) and published a neural network model of a trichromatic (human) primary... Show more

Tim is driven by a passion for harnessing cutting-edge technologies to bridge the gap between humans and machines, transforming the way we understand, interpret, and interact with information. Holding an MA in Religious Anthropology and an MSc in Data Science, Tim has had a diverse career, initially working internationally in the Oil Industry before shifting his focus to the tech sector. His expertise now centres on Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Knowledge Graph techniques to link complex datasets, facilitating more efficient data mining.

In the Oil Industry, Tim thrived in a dynamic and complex environment where he sharpened his skills in analysing intricate data, identifying patterns, and extracting actionable insights. These abilities were essential for managing projects and ensuring the successful execution of operations.
His background in Anthropology equips him with a profound understanding of human behaviour, cultural dynamics, and societal structures—skills that have been invaluable in his role as an NLP Engineer. This awareness allows Tim to design NLP systems with a deep appreciation for context, cultural nuances, and diverse perspectives.

Currently employed at Katoni Engineering, Tim leverages tools like automation, data analytics, and AI to enhance business performance. His work focuses on optimizing workflows, applying decision science, and driving sustainable growth through data-driven insights. By aligning technological investments with strategic goals, Tim ensures measurable improvements in the company's operations.

Tim is driven by a passion for harnessing cutting-edge technologies to bridge the gap between humans and machines, transforming the way we understand, interpret, and interact with information. Holding an MA in Religious Anthropology and an MSc in Dat... Show more

Japheth is passionate about developer tools and making developers more productive and has worked on tooling at Microsoft and Netlify. He also has an unhealthy obsession with philosophy and a growing interest in Aesthetics.

Japheth is passionate about developer tools and making developers more productive and has worked on tooling at Microsoft and Netlify. He also has an unhealthy obsession with philosophy and a growing interest in Aesthetics. Show more

Mohit Bhoite works as a senior hardware engineer at Particle, where he designs and builds their flagship IoT products. He is also an avid maker who dedicates his personal time to building free-formed electronic circuit sculptures. He combines his background in electronics and robotics to create static and kinetic sculptures that convey information fetched over the internet through sound, light, and motion. These sculptures sometimes take on an anthropomorphic form thereby leading the viewer to attach personalities and emotions to them.

Mohit holds a master’s degree in Robotics from the University of Pennsylvania. He spent his time there as a research assistant at the ModLab helping build the next generation of modular robotics. Prior to this, he worked at a startup in Mumbai, India, developing robotic kits and conducting STEM focused workshops for high school and university students all across the country.

Mohit Bhoite works as a senior hardware engineer at Particle, where he designs and builds their flagship IoT products. He is also an avid maker who dedicates his personal time to building free-formed electronic circuit sculptures. He combines his bac... Show more

Tilde Thurium is a San Francisco based artist, activist, and engineer. They can probably deadlift more than you. Ask them about how to paint an algorithm, the intersections between mutual aid and biology, or which coast has the best vegan croissants.

Tilde Thurium is a San Francisco based artist, activist, and engineer. They can probably deadlift more than you. Ask them about how to paint an algorithm, the intersections between mutual aid and biology, or which coast has the best vegan croissants. Show more

Fred is a seasoned DevOps engineer and technology enthusiast with over 4 years of experience working in the African tech ecosystem. He has been instrumental in helping startups and established companies alike to optimize their development and operations processes, enabling them to scale more efficiently and innovate rapidly. With a passion for automation, cloud technologies, and agile methodologies, fREDRICK has led teams through complex technical transformations and is committed to sharing his expertise to help others succeed.

As a thought leader in the African DevOps community, Fred regularly speaks at industry conferences, mentors young engineers, and contributes to open-source projects that enhance operational efficiency in resource-constrained environments. His deep understanding of both the technical and business challenges facing African tech companies allows him to provide invaluable insights on building resilient, scalable systems that thrive in the continent's unique environment.

Fred is a seasoned DevOps engineer and technology enthusiast with over 4 years of experience working in the African tech ecosystem. He has been instrumental in helping startups and established companies alike to optimize their development and operati... Show more

A passionate Data Scientist with a love for using R to extract insights from complex datasets and equally fascinated by the cosmic mysteries of Astronomy and the strategic intricacies of Cricket Analytics.

A passionate Data Scientist with a love for using R to extract insights from complex datasets and equally fascinated by the cosmic mysteries of Astronomy and the strategic intricacies of Cricket Analytics. Show more

Dr. Kimberly Giardina is the director for the Child and Family Well-Being department with the Health and Human Services Agency. She has been in the field of child welfare for 23 years and has a Doctor of Social Work from the University of Southern California and a Master of Social Work from San Diego State University. Dr. Giardina has consulted on child welfare issues at the national, state, and local levels. She led the implementation of multiple innovative initiatives in CWS including the Title IV-E Waiver and San Diego’s practice framework, Safety Enhanced Together. She has also participated on multiple Agency wide initiatives including the development of the Future Generations Council, the Trauma Informed Systems Integration Team, and the Strong Families, Thriving Communities coalition that focused on reducing disproportionality and disparities for children/youth involved with the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. During her four years as the Child Welfare Director, Dr. Giardina has lead major systems change efforts with the completion of the 88 Working Group recommendations that were adopted by the Board of Supervisors. Dr. Giardina is leading the transformation of the child welfare system in San Diego into a child and family well-being system with the vision of improving coordination, communication and partnership between family serving organizations in San Diego to help strengthen families and communities so that fewer children experience abuse and neglect. Her passion is to improve policy and practice issues within the child welfare system so that it works best for the children and families it serves.

Dr. Kimberly Giardina is the director for the Child and Family Well-Being department with the Health and Human Services Agency. She has been in the field of child welfare for 23 years and has a Doctor of Social Work from the University of Southern Ca... Show more

Alexandra Pehlken is an excellent raw materials engineer and sustainability expert with a focus on critical raw materials and sustainable production. At OFFIS, she leads the Sustainable Manufacturing Systems research group and the Sustainability and Digitalization competence cluster. From 2014 to 2019, she successfully led the “Cascade Use” research group at the University of Oldenburg. She was awarded the German Raw Materials Efficiency Prize 2018 by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy for its IT development RAUPE - “Sustainable IT-supported return decisions using the example of used car parts”.

Alexandra Pehlken is an excellent raw materials engineer and sustainability expert with a focus on critical raw materials and sustainable production. At OFFIS, she leads the Sustainable Manufacturing Systems research group and the Sustainability and ... Show more

I am an Associate Professional Counselor. I believe everyone is different and has a different “normal”. Finding your “normal” and learning to accept it can be a rewarding experience. This experience starts with learning to love yourself and accepting who you are. Using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, I provide my clients with tools to change their thinking and behaviors and navigate their individual stories.

I work with clients who experience domestic violence, relationship issues, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and anxiety. My goal is to help my clients lead productive lives and achieve self-love. Seeing my clients thrive and making positive changes in their lives is the reason I chose Counseling as a profession! Encouraging people to live their best lives is what brings me joy.

I am an Associate Professional Counselor. I believe everyone is different and has a different “normal”. Finding your “normal” and learning to accept it can be a rewarding experience. This experience starts with learning to love yourself and accepting... Show more

Graduated in geography from the UFSJ and a postgraduate student at the same university (CAPES scholarship). She was the leader, and is now a member of the UAIGeo (Youthmappers network) and was the 2021 Young Explorer at the National Geographic Society.

Graduated in geography from the UFSJ and a postgraduate student at the same university (CAPES scholarship). She was the leader, and is now a member of the UAIGeo (Youthmappers network) and was the 2021 Young Explorer at the National Geographic Societ... Show more

Qualified customer service representative with a positive attitude and friendly approach.
I have extensive experience in customer engagement, customer transactions, and catering to customer inquiries with the help of my creative problem-solving skills, multi-
tasking, and strong interpersonal skills. I have also received a number of peerrecognition awards and positive customer reviews for handling customer complaints.
Teaching school students for more than 8 years for different ages. Subjects: Literature, Verbal and Written Comprehension, Social Communications, and Academic Writing.
Owing to my student-friendly teaching methodology, I have received several positive feedback over all these years. I have attended various workshops to upgrade my teaching and student management skills and frame an effective teaching approach forstudents.

Qualified customer service representative with a positive attitude and friendly approach. I have extensive experience in customer engagement, customer transactions, and catering to customer inquiries with the help of my creative problem-solving skil... Show more

Chris writes things. That...feels ambiguous. You see, that used to say "Chris writes apps" because Chris is a web developer. But as of May 2018, Chris has also written a book. So...now it says 'things.' See? It's a pun on the word 'writes'. Haha!

Ahem. Let me start over.

Chris writes things. Most of the time, he's writing code at his 9-5 working for the amazing WillowTree, Inc (no, not the statuette company). But occasionally, late at night, once all the women in his life (1 wife, 2 daughters) have gone to sleep, Chris dons his superhero outfit (he's partial to Batman) and delves into fanatastical, imaginary worlds of his own creation, crafting stories that would amaze and astonish you if you were only to give him some of your money in exchange for his book. Currently, he's editing his first full-length fantasy novel and looks to seek publication once he's done.

In his spare time (wait, what's that?), he also enjoys playing video games, listening to audiobooks, watching movies, and spending time with the aforementioned 3 gorgeous women in his life.

He is passionate about being passionate, he's an extrovert who loves the chance to force an entire room to listen to him for 20+ minutes (please and thank you), and he's a follower of Christ who firmly believes that maybe being a Christian and being sane are NOT mutually exclusive things.

In short, Chris is totally awesome and he definitely did not write this bio.

Chris writes things. That...feels ambiguous. You see, that used to say "Chris writes apps" because Chris is a web developer. But as of May 2018, Chris has also written a book. So...now it says 'things.' See? It's a pun on the word 'writes'. Haha! ... Show more

Elle is a non-binary, neuro-divergent drag artist, activist, and social engineer. They have worked in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) since 2005 and has studied ICT since 1995. They have watched communications technology change through time along with society as they served in the Marine Corps, transitioned into civilian life, and raised a family.

Elle has a bachelor's degree in History where they focused on Modern American and Military History and a master's degree in Executive Leadership where she learned how organizations of all types operate. While serving in the Marines, Elle studied and taught tactical and strategic ICT security to active duty Marines. After transitioning to civilian life, Elle has supported two defense contracting firms delivering ICT Intelligence Services to the United States government through contracts supporting the Armed Forces, the Defense Intelligence Agency, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, as well as many others.

Elle loves volunteer work and dedicates roughly 1000 hours of community service each year at a variety of organizations, to include: Girl Scouts of the USA, the Rainbow Coalition, Safe Space NOVA, SMYLE, and the Hive Social Garden, a non-profit conceptualized through her daughter's Girl Scout Gold Award project. Elle uses her skills to teach Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) training courses, provide mentorship to LGBTQ+ youth, and advocate for social, economic, and environmental justice through the art of drag.

Elle is a non-binary, neuro-divergent drag artist, activist, and social engineer. They have worked in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) since 2005 and has studied ICT since 1995. They have watched communications technology change throug... Show more

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