Anthony has run Ceph at scale for over eleven years and one can say that it is literally a part of him - ask him in person and he'll show you why. He is also an observability advocate (SMART!) and contributes daily to Ceph documentation. Anthony is the primary author of the book Learning Ceph, Second Edition.

Anthony has run Ceph at scale for over eleven years and one can say that it is literally a part of him - ask him in person and he'll show you why. He is also an observability advocate (SMART!) and contributes daily to Ceph documentation. Anthony is ... Show more

Javier Villegas is IT Director (DBA & BI Services) at Mediterranean Shipping Company with 30 years of experience working with SQL Server, Including Azure SQL.
His specialization is Administration, Performance Tuning, High Availability and Disaster Recovery.
Javier is a Microsoft MVP Data Platform since 2016 and MCT
He is a frequent speaker in technical conferences and events such as SQL Saturdays, PASS Virtual Groups, PASS Marathons, 24 Hours SQL PASS , vOpen , GroupBy , Data Saturdays and Azure Global Bootcamps.
He is one of the group leaders of SQL Argentina Community and former Microsoft Azure Data Advisory Board Member

Javier Villegas is IT Director (DBA & BI Services) at Mediterranean Shipping Company with 30 years of experience working with SQL Server, Including Azure SQL. His specialization is Administration, Performance Tuning, High Availability and Disaster ... Show more

Nicholas Chang is a Senior Platform Engineer at Kainos with a deep passion for Microsoft Azure.

With extensive experience in cloud technologies and a focus on Azure, he is the founder of the Microsoft Azure Community User Group, where he fosters knowledge sharing, collaboration, and growth within the tech community.

Nicholas is also the creator and host of the Microsoft Community Insights podcast, where he connects with industry leaders and shares valuable insights about Azure and the broader tech ecosystem.

As a dedicated community advocate, Nicholas contributes by speaking at events and sharing his expertise through his blog, nicholaschangblog.com. You can connect with him on Twitter: @nick_cloudops or visit his blog to learn more.

Nicholas Chang is a Senior Platform Engineer at Kainos with a deep passion for Microsoft Azure. With extensive experience in cloud technologies and a focus on Azure, he is the founder of the Microsoft Azure Community User Group, where he fosters k... Show more

A blogger, a speaker but mainly a software architect with a strong focus on security, identity and automation. My day job is all .NET core and single-sign-on. If I have some spare time, I'm mostly working on one off my home automation projects (with over half a million combined downloads)

I'm also an occasional contributor to @azure/msal, azure/microsoft docs and Azure pipeline tasks

Check my blog or github profile for more details

A blogger, a speaker but mainly a software architect with a strong focus on security, identity and automation. My day job is all .NET core and single-sign-on. If I have some spare time, I'm mostly working on one off my home automation projects (with ... Show more

Klaus is a Microsoft Security MVP and works as a Technology Consultant at CGI Germany. He focuses on hybrid Microsoft technologies, with a particular emphasis on Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID. Driven by a strong passion for Microsoft solutions, he supports IT operators in tackling complex challenges related to modern infrastructure and identity scenarios. Klaus is a speaker at international conferences and actively contributes to the Microsoft Azure community. He also shares his knowledge through his technical blog https://nothingbutcloud.net and various professional publications.

Klaus is a Microsoft Security MVP and works as a Technology Consultant at CGI Germany. He focuses on hybrid Microsoft technologies, with a particular emphasis on Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID. Driven by a strong passion for Micros... Show more

Nicklas is a Trusted Security Advisor employed at Onevinn in Sweden.
His primary objective is assisting organisations in navigating Intune, ensuring they obtain an optimal and highly secure user experience.

Nicklas is a dual Microsoft MVP:
* Security (Microsoft Intune)
* Windows and Devices (Windows)

He has spoken at events such as:
* HTMD (21)
* TechMentor Orlando (22)
* Live 360 Orlando (22)
* MMUGSE, (23,24,25)
* NIC (23,25)
* India Cloud Security Summit (23,25)
* AVD Tech Fest (24)
* MEM Summit (22,23,24,25)
* Cloud Technology Townhall Tallinn (25,26)
* MC2MC Connect (25)
* MMSMOA (25)
* Experts Live Denmark (24,25,26)
* Experts Live NL (25)
* Workplace Ninjas Virtual Event (21)
* Workplace Ninjas NL Connect (25)
* Workplace Ninjas NO (25)
* Workplace Ninjas UK (25)
* Workplace Ninjas Summit (25)

Nicklas is a Trusted Security Advisor employed at Onevinn in Sweden. His primary objective is assisting organisations in navigating Intune, ensuring they obtain an optimal and highly secure user experience. Nicklas is a dual Microsoft MVP: * Sec... Show more

A DevOps engineer with a great passion for building communities around DevOps. Organiser of Google Cloud Gandhinagar, CNCF Gandhinagar, Hashicorp User Group Gandhinagar and Open Source Weekend. Have mentored 15+ hackathons and open source programs. I have given more than 15 talks at conferences such as KubeCon India, Platform Con 2024, DevFest, HashiTalk India 23, LinuxFest Northwest, 90 Days of DevOps, and many more.

GCP Devops, Cloud Professional certified, Azure -104 certified, Finops Engineer Certified, Terraform and Vault Certified

A DevOps engineer with a great passion for building communities around DevOps. Organiser of Google Cloud Gandhinagar, CNCF Gandhinagar, Hashicorp User Group Gandhinagar and Open Source Weekend. Have mentored 15+ hackathons and open source programs. I... Show more

Over 10+ years of experience through 80+ engagements (Small, Medium, Large) in various roles and industries, leaving a trail showcasing his pragmatic approach around the Microsoft cloud ecosystem one step at a time.

Andras has been involved in all stages of Dynamics 365 and Power Platform deliveries from presales through implementation until golive and hypercare, lately more on the design and quality assurance sides which earned him the FastTrack Recognized Solution Architect title. His main professional focus is on advisory: achieving the best business value within your technical landscape in a repeatable fashion and without compromise, while his passion is mentoring teams and community members around topics such as lessons learnt, latest tech advancements and industry best practices for scalable and stable foundations.

In his free time, Andras is an avid beach volleyball player, hiker and a partially successful urban gardener with a green pinky finger.

Over 10+ years of experience through 80+ engagements (Small, Medium, Large) in various roles and industries, leaving a trail showcasing his pragmatic approach around the Microsoft cloud ecosystem one step at a time. Andras has been involved in all... Show more

Microsoft MVP with a focus on Web Development: JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS, SVG, Angular, React, React-Native, Vue, and Ionic. I commonly speak about Cloud CI/CD, Quality Engineering, Best Practices, and Front-End Technologies.

* Owner of Code Squid, LLC.
* Senior Solutions Developer II (Front-End) at Leading EDJE, Inc.

"Learning from my mistakes over the decades, I feel that I have become a solid programmer." -- Me

Microsoft MVP with a focus on Web Development: JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS, SVG, Angular, React, React-Native, Vue, and Ionic. I commonly speak about Cloud CI/CD, Quality Engineering, Best Practices, and Front-End Technologies. * Owner of Code Squ... Show more

My name is Jasper Oosterveld. I am a Microsoft MVP, Data Security & Microsoft 365 Consultant working for Rubicon in the Netherlands. I’ve spent the last decade helping organizations tackle complex challenges around Microsoft 365 Governance, Adoption and Data Security with Microsoft Purview. My mission? To empower companies to protect their data and streamline collaboration in Microsoft 365, all while keeping Governance, Adoption and Data Security at the forefront.

My name is Jasper Oosterveld. I am a Microsoft MVP, Data Security & Microsoft 365 Consultant working for Rubicon in the Netherlands. I’ve spent the last decade helping organizations tackle complex challenges around Microsoft 365 Governance, Adoption ... Show more

Jonathan Weaver is a consultant with Smarter Consulting and a Microsoft 365 practitioner with over 25 years of IT experience. He holds a BS in Computer Information Systems and a Master’s Degree in Business Law, which informs his practical, business-first approach to technology.

Since 2013, Jonathan has focused on SharePoint and the Power Platform, helping organizations simplify forms, workflows, automation, and business processes using the tools they already own. He frequently incorporates Microsoft Whiteboard and Loop to visually break down ideas and improve collaboration, and he regularly speaks at Microsoft community events. Jonathan is especially passionate about teaching beginners, translating complex concepts into clear, relatable explanations that even first-time users can understand.

Jonathan Weaver is a consultant with Smarter Consulting and a Microsoft 365 practitioner with over 25 years of IT experience. He holds a BS in Computer Information Systems and a Master’s Degree in Business Law, which informs his practical, business-f... Show more

i'm a Microsoft Certified Trainer, Cloud & AI enthusiast, and technology evangelist passionate about helping professionals and organizations unlock the full power of Microsoft technologies.

With deep expertise in Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Power Automate, Power Apps, SharePoint, and AI-driven productivity, i'm specializes in transforming complex technical concepts into practical, real-world solutions. He empowers businesses to automate processes, modernize workflows, and build intelligent applications without heavy code.

As a frequent speaker and community contributor, Walid shares actionable insights on Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Data, and Cloud innovation—bridging the gap between strategy and implementation. His sessions are dynamic, practical, and focused on delivering immediate value.
Driven by a mission to accelerate digital transformation in Tunisia and beyond, Walid combines technical excellence with a passion for teaching, mentoring, and inspiring the next generation of tech professionals.
www.chafroud.net

i'm a Microsoft Certified Trainer, Cloud & AI enthusiast, and technology evangelist passionate about helping professionals and organizations unlock the full power of Microsoft technologies. With deep expertise in Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Pow... Show more

Tony Wilhelm has amassed over two decades of experience working with databases and computers. His expertise in SQL server dates back to 1999, showcasing his extensive knowledge in the field. Throughout his career, Tony has held various roles, including DBA, developer, and manager, in both large and small companies spanning multiple industries.

Currently, Tony serves as a senior consultant and technical lead for the Data Management as a Service division at Moser Consulting. In this role, he brings his wealth of experience to the table, providing valuable insights and guidance to drive the implementation of effective solutions.

Tony Wilhelm has amassed over two decades of experience working with databases and computers. His expertise in SQL server dates back to 1999, showcasing his extensive knowledge in the field. Throughout his career, Tony has held various roles, includi... Show more

Software Developer. In love with Web and .NET. I like to try and learn always something new.

I try to share my experience living the community. I'm the host of "Spike time" (https://www.ugidotnet.org/tv/3307/Spike-time) and sometimes you can find me live on my Twitch channel, writing code.

Software Developer. In love with Web and .NET. I like to try and learn always something new. I try to share my experience living the community. I'm the host of "Spike time" (https://www.ugidotnet.org/tv/3307/Spike-time) and sometimes you can find ... Show more

Hasan is a recognized Microsoft Data Platform MVP and an expert in Azure data products, bringing over 20 years of experience in software development, architecture, and management. As the owner of SavranWeb Consulting and the Senior Business Intelligence Manager at Progressive Insurance, he specializes in designing innovative business solutions leveraging the latest web and database technologies. A passionate global conference speaker, Hasan enjoys sharing his insights through blogging about Azure Data services, C#, and front-end development.

Hasan is a recognized Microsoft Data Platform MVP and an expert in Azure data products, bringing over 20 years of experience in software development, architecture, and management. As the owner of SavranWeb Consulting and the Senior Business Intellige... Show more

Matt is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP and has worked with Microsoft data technology since 2000 and Azure AI since 2017. He is the leader of the Lexington, KY Data Technology Group and a frequent domestic and international community speaker. He's a Redgate Community Ambassador and an author of two books. His original data professional role was in database development, which quickly evolved into query tuning work as a DBA in the healthcare realm. He has supported several critical systems utilizing SQL Server, Azure SQL, and Microsoft Fabric and managed dozens of 24/7/365 data estates. As a consultant, he works with customers large, medium, and small to migrate to the cloud, make their data estate operate efficiently, and find the right tools and solutions within the Microsoft data & AI ecosystem.

Matt is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP and has worked with Microsoft data technology since 2000 and Azure AI since 2017. He is the leader of the Lexington, KY Data Technology Group and a frequent domestic and international community speaker. He's a Re... Show more

Simon Martinelli is a Java Champion, Vaadin Champion, and Oracle ACE Pro with over three decades of experience as a software architect, developer, consultant, and trainer. He is the creator of the AI Unified Process (AIUP) and a strong advocate of Spec-Driven Development.
As the owner of Martinelli LLC, he coaches teams to get up to speed with AI-driven development. He regularly shares his insights through international conferences, articles, and his blog, Keep IT Simple (https://martinelli.ch), where he writes about AI, architecture, and modern Java development.
He is also a lecturer at two universities in Switzerland, where he teaches software architecture, persistence, DevOps, and cloud-native development.

Simon Martinelli is a Java Champion, Vaadin Champion, and Oracle ACE Pro with over three decades of experience as a software architect, developer, consultant, and trainer. He is the creator of the AI Unified Process (AIUP) and a strong advocate of Sp... Show more

A student in Computer Engineering (International Program) at King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), who really got inspired about technologies, especially on Data Science and Machine Learning. Additionally, being a part of Microsoft Learn Student Ambassadors, as the young technology evangelist among big technological industries and universities partners.

A student in Computer Engineering (International Program) at King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), who really got inspired about technologies, especially on Data Science and Machine Learning. Additionally, being a part of Microsof... Show more

Myron works for one of the leading IT-service providers in the Netherlands called Pink Elephant. His primary focus is developing security products and services based on Microsoft technology. The unique selling point of these offerings is to make work environments safe and, more importantly, keep them safe.

As a Microsoft Security MVP, he enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with others by writing blog posts, speaking at events and conferences, and co-organizing the monthly Dutch Microsoft Security Meetup with 2000+ members.

Besides Microsoft Security, he lives happily in the Netherlands with his wife. In his free time, he enjoys snowboarding and geeky activities like reading fantasy/sci-fi books or playing board games or video games.

Myron works for one of the leading IT-service providers in the Netherlands called Pink Elephant. His primary focus is developing security products and services based on Microsoft technology. The unique selling point of these offerings is to make work... Show more

Computer engineer with 15 years of experience in implementing business intelligence, engineering, and data analytics solutions. I love learning new things, pushing technology further, and collaborating on exciting projects that add value at all levels.

Computer engineer with 15 years of experience in implementing business intelligence, engineering, and data analytics solutions. I love learning new things, pushing technology further, and collaborating on exciting projects that add value at all level... Show more

Jurgen is an experienced and enthusiastic IT architect at Yuma. Over the last 20+ years, he has accumulated extensive knowledge and experience in IT. He likes to operate at the intersection of IT and the business, where his added value lies in translating business requirements into technical solutions. He maintains a positive critical attitude throughout the process to achieve optimal results for each customer. Jurgen values knowledge sharing. He puts his knowledge into practice by sharing it through training courses and workshops and by organizing meetups.

Jurgen is an experienced and enthusiastic IT architect at Yuma. Over the last 20+ years, he has accumulated extensive knowledge and experience in IT. He likes to operate at the intersection of IT and the business, where his added value lies in transl... Show more

Microsoft Certified x6, MVP for Azure & IoT, Senior Cloud Architect and tech enthusiast. Passionate about software architecture and solution design.

During my 10+ years of hands-on experience in Software Engineering, I have primarily focused on .NET-based solutions and Azure as a cloud-services provider. I have worked with pretty much all kinds of applications, from small Windows Forms tools to large-scale enterprise web-based solutions. The more I code, the more I realize that my true passion is solution design and software architecture, regardless of tech-stack and platform.

Sharing knowledge and insights is the finest thing I know and the one thing I love the most in the IT community.

Microsoft Certified x6, MVP for Azure & IoT, Senior Cloud Architect and tech enthusiast. Passionate about software architecture and solution design. During my 10+ years of hands-on experience in Software Engineering, I have primarily focused on .N... Show more

Raphael Manke is an AWS Hero and full-stack developer with many years of experience in developing applications in the AWS cloud. At Dash0 he is responsible for integrating AWS telemetry data into the platform.

Raphael Manke is an AWS Hero and full-stack developer with many years of experience in developing applications in the AWS cloud. At Dash0 he is responsible for integrating AWS telemetry data into the platform. Show more

Freelance Microsoft Fabric and Power BI consultant with 12+ years of experience, Microsoft MVP alumni, trainer and speaker. I help organizations deliver data projects by combining technical expertise, agile methods and AI. Convinced that AI is transforming our profession, I integrate Claude Code into my daily Fabric workflows — what I call AI-Augmented Delivery. Delivering fast, well… and with a smile.

Freelance Microsoft Fabric and Power BI consultant with 12+ years of experience, Microsoft MVP alumni, trainer and speaker. I help organizations deliver data projects by combining technical expertise, agile methods and AI. Convinced that AI is transf... Show more

Inspired by those in the community that have gone before me, I try to share what I learn by looking at what the services from Microsoft can offer, understanding challenges people have and bringing those two things together. Having learned from 13 years in Financial Services, I moved into the world of consulting, currently acting as Director, owning Copilot and Agents within the UK at Avanade.

I am lucky enough to have been awarded as a Microsoft MVP in Microsoft 365 for Copilot and Copilot Extensibility and co-host the award winning Copilot Connection podcast as well as blogging and sharing videos.

Inspired by those in the community that have gone before me, I try to share what I learn by looking at what the services from Microsoft can offer, understanding challenges people have and bringing those two things together. Having learned from 13 yea... Show more

Nikki Chapple is a Principal Cloud Architect at CloudWay, specialising in Microsoft 365 data security, governance, and compliance. With over 35 years of experience in IT and business, she helps organisations with risk-based digital transformations. As a dual Microsoft MVP in Microsoft 365 and Security, Nikki is recognised for her expertise in these fields.
She is an international speaker and blogger, co-hosting the "All Things Compliance Podcast" and co-authoring "The Microsoft 365 Maturity Model – Governance, Risk, and Compliance Competency." In 2023, she was honoured with the UK Community Award for Security and Compliance Evangelist.
Nikki holds several key certifications, including Microsoft Certified Enterprise Administrator Expert, TOGAF Enterprise Architect, and PROSCI Organizational Change Manager. She believes that "Microsoft 365 governance and compliance is not a project but a lifestyle that should be part of the organisation’s culture.

Nikki Chapple is a Principal Cloud Architect at CloudWay, specialising in Microsoft 365 data security, governance, and compliance. With over 35 years of experience in IT and business, she helps organisations with risk-based digital transformations. A... Show more

Eric Deandrea is a Java Champion & Senior Principal Software Engineer at IBM on the Quarkus engineering team. Eric has over 26 years of experience designing and building Java-based solutions and developer training programs. He is a contributor to various OSS projects, including Quarkus, Spring, LangChain4j, Docling, WireMock, and Microcks, as well as a speaker at many public events and user groups around the world. Eric recently put his Quarkus and Spring knowledge to use by publishing his first book, “Quarkus for Spring Developers (https://red.ht/quarkus-spring-devs).” Outside of work, Eric enjoys boating on the lakes of New Hampshire, ice hockey, and martial arts, in which he holds a black belt in Kempo Karate.

Eric Deandrea is a Java Champion & Senior Principal Software Engineer at IBM on the Quarkus engineering team. Eric has over 26 years of experience designing and building Java-based solutions and developer training programs. He is a contributor to var... Show more

Maurice has been working in the IT industry for the past 25 years. His focus is on the areas of Windows deployment, device management, Entra ID security, and secure productivity. Maurice has been an MCSE since 2008 and received his first MVP award in Enterprise Mobility (now Security) in March 2017.

Most recently, his focus has been on automating deployment tasks, creating and sharing PowerShell scripts, log analytics reports, and Azure Functions to help others streamline their deployment processes.

Maurice has been working in the IT industry for the past 25 years. His focus is on the areas of Windows deployment, device management, Entra ID security, and secure productivity. Maurice has been an MCSE since 2008 and received his first MVP award in... Show more

I am a Chief Level Microsoft 365 Architect and recognized Microsoft MVP for Teams and Microsoft 365 Copilot, bringing 12+ years of leadership in architecting, securing, and deploying complex Microsoft 365 solutions for Federal, State, and Local Government agencies and large Enterprise Customers. My core mandate is solving technically intricate Microsoft requirements involving compliance and cross-platform integration.

My expertise spans the entire solution lifecycle, from rigorous presales TCO analysis and high-assurance security design to global deployment and measurable user adoption. I specialize in environments requiring stringent security and compliance postures (e.g., GCC, GCC High, DoD requirements).

Core Technical & Domain Leadership:
• Advanced UC Architecture: Expertise in solving complex PSTN requirements globally, utilizing Operator Connect, Direct Routing (SBC/SIP trunk configuration, media bypass), and migration strategies from legacy voice platforms. I specialize in integrating Zoom and Cisco Experience (CUCM, Webex) environments with Teams via CVI and interop gateways.
• AI and Custom Development: Leading the technical implementation of Generative AI productivity tools. This includes leveraging Copilot Studio for low-code/no-code custom bot creation, sophisticated data connection configuration, and architecting the secure deployment of Copilot Chat across restricted tenants.
• Compliance & Telecom Expertise: Deep-dive technical knowledge of global telecom regulations, including E.164 normalization, emergency calling (E911/NextGen 911), and Lawful Intercept requirements. This expertise ensures technical compliance and de-risks deployment across diverse regulatory jurisdictions for both government and enterprise clients.
• M365 Security & Governance: Architecting security and compliance baselines using Purview, Entra ID (conditional access, MFA), and Defender to meet specific governmental and highly regulated industry standards while maintaining user productivity.

I serve as a high-impact technical leader, driving innovation, securing mission-critical communications, and translating complex architectural diagrams into successful, compliant business outcomes for the world's most demanding organizations.

I am a Chief Level Microsoft 365 Architect and recognized Microsoft MVP for Teams and Microsoft 365 Copilot, bringing 12+ years of leadership in architecting, securing, and deploying complex Microsoft 365 solutions for Federal, State, and Local Gover... Show more

Sari is a passionate and trusted Lead Consultant at Meltlake, bringing deep expertise from a wide variety of customer projects—from modern ways of working to change management and large-scale digital transformation. Her strong background in product development gives her a unique perspective on how Microsoft 365 tools can be applied effectively to solve real-world organizational challenges.

As a Microsoft MVP for SharePoint, Sari specializes in SharePoint, document management, metadata, M365 Copilot, and the strategic use of Microsoft 365. She has a rare talent for helping others truly understand how to leverage these tools to support modern, efficient, and sustainable work practices.

Over the past decade, Sari has been an active contributor to the Microsoft 365 community, sharing her knowledge through public speaking engagements, trainings, and webinars. Whether explaining the role of AI in M365 or guiding organizations through complex information management topics, she is known for making challenging concepts both accessible and engaging.

Sari is a passionate and trusted Lead Consultant at Meltlake, bringing deep expertise from a wide variety of customer projects—from modern ways of working to change management and large-scale digital transformation. Her strong background in product d... Show more