Microsoft MVP Data Platform
Microsoft Certified: Fabric Data Engineer Associate, Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate, Azure Enterprise Data Analyst Associate, Power BI Data Analyst Associate

Over 7 years successfully working as an independent Power BI developer and data analyst within the public and private sector.

Reporting solutions range from project management, planning , financial reporting, specific service sector reporting, bespoke data cleansing and sentiment analysis.

15 years of lecturing in Business and Computing before starting my own business.

I am passionate about data in general and how we can harness information to grow business. Knowledge of R, SQL and C# but main love is Python, M and DAX.

When not in front of the screen, I love to run and walk my dog and be outside.

Microsoft MVP Data Platform Microsoft Certified: Fabric Data Engineer Associate, Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate, Azure Enterprise Data Analyst Associate, Power BI Data Analyst Associate Over 7 years successfully working as an independent Po... Show more

Paul (AKA @mrpaulandrew) is the Co-Founder & CTO of Cloud Formations, a specialist data consultancy based in the UK. With nearly 20 years’ experience designing and delivering Microsoft data architectures, Paul leads a passionate team of engineers, supporting businesses small and large with scalable cloud platforms. Business value delivered through data insights. Over the years, Paul has covered the breadth and depth of design patterns and industry leading concepts, including Lambda, Kappa, Delta Lake, Data Mesh and Data Fabric.

Paul is also a Microsoft Data Platform MVP, director for the Data Relay community conference, East Midlands user group leader, book author and mentor. In addition to the day job(s), Paul is a father of three, husband, foodie, runner, blood donor, geek, Lego, and Star Wars fan! Lastly, Paul confesses to enjoying a Ramstein playlist when given half a chance to do some coding for a customer project.

Paul (AKA @mrpaulandrew) is the Co-Founder & CTO of Cloud Formations, a specialist data consultancy based in the UK. With nearly 20 years’ experience designing and delivering Microsoft data architectures, Paul leads a passionate team of engineers, su... Show more

Passionate software craftsman with 28+ years experience in a broad spectrum of software development technologies and platforms. Main focus on cloud-native software architectures and all major cloud environments. Passion for model-driven development, application modernization and Dapr. Observing and securing these environments are key aspects.

As a Developer Relations Engineer at New Relic, Harry helps software engineers, DevOps, SREs and operations experts to understand and implement proactive and scalable observability practices by leveraging open source technologies and the New Relic platform.

Passionate software craftsman with 28+ years experience in a broad spectrum of software development technologies and platforms. Main focus on cloud-native software architectures and all major cloud environments. Passion for model-driven development, ... Show more

From the moment I turned on my Vic-20, 40 years ago, I knew my life was aimed at technology. I've always been the first in line to test out new products, services, gadgets, especially those which promised to change people’s lives. I’ve always been a tech superhero.
After all these years, my personal mission went from changing the world through technology to improving the world, one human interaction at a time. Changing the way people live in the digital age is possible only by addressing the human factor, together with technology.
My proven track record of driving sales involves creating connections, building communities, challenging views, delivering value, and going the extra mile.
As a Cloud Architect and Evangelist, I’ve presented technical and business content to a wide range of different audiences, from executive meetings to large developer conferences, including many online and in-person events, and I was recognized as the “best speaker” multiple times, thanks to a clever mix of storytelling and technology.
I have a deep technical knowledge of Application Innovation and Modernization in the Cloud, Cloud Native solutions and, of course, on-premises solutions. I can drive product development and technology teams.
I have a deep business knowledge of Manufacturing, Automotive, and Construction business, coupled with a broad knowledge of ISVs and Microsoft partners.
So, if you're ever in need of an evil genius being able to impact deals through human interactions and technology, look no further. I’m the right person to help with your business!

From the moment I turned on my Vic-20, 40 years ago, I knew my life was aimed at technology. I've always been the first in line to test out new products, services, gadgets, especially those which promised to change people’s lives. I’ve always been a ... Show more

20+ Years of experience in data engineering and data reporting space. Have worked with Oracle database, SQL Server, SSIS, Informatica Power Center, Hadoop systems, Qlik and Power BI. Enjoy being in the data space and learning new things.

20+ Years of experience in data engineering and data reporting space. Have worked with Oracle database, SQL Server, SSIS, Informatica Power Center, Hadoop systems, Qlik and Power BI. Enjoy being in the data space and learning new things. Show more

As a Data Analytics and Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence (ML/AI) Specialist, my mission is to break down complex concepts into easily understandable terms. I strive to develop innovative solutions that tackle real-world challenges effectively. By sharing my knowledge and experience through conferences and educational resources, I aim to empower developers in expanding their skill sets and achieving their professional goals.

As a Data Analytics and Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence (ML/AI) Specialist, my mission is to break down complex concepts into easily understandable terms. I strive to develop innovative solutions that tackle real-world challenges effectively... Show more

I’m Reid Patrick - a Microsoft Azure MVP, cloud enthusiast, and lifelong learner passionate about empowering businesses through technology. With a deep focus on cloud computing, DevOps, and Microsoft technologies, I thrive on solving complex challenges and driving innovation.

Over the years, I’ve honed my skills in designing scalable cloud architectures, automating workflows, and optimizing systems for performance and reliability. My journey into the tech world began with a fascination for how technology can transform lives and businesses. Today, I specialize in Microsoft Azure, leveraging its powerful ecosystem to build solutions that are secure, efficient, and future-ready.

Becoming an Azure MVP was a milestone that reinforced my commitment to the tech community. It’s not just about mastering tools and platforms; it’s about sharing knowledge, mentoring others, and contributing to a global network of professionals. Whether it’s through speaking engagements, writing tutorials, or collaborating on open-source projects, I’m dedicated to making technology accessible and impactful.

With a career spanning over three decades, I’ve worked with at-scale internet deployments using Windows and Linux since 1995, building some of the largest websites in the world. My extensive DevOps experience includes Terraform, Bicep, PowerShell, and Bash, alongside expertise in Cloud Architecture, Microservices, Automation, Hybrid Networking, Infrastructure Modernization, Migrations, and Disaster Recovery.

Over the past decade, I’ve been privileged to share my knowledge and expertise as a speaker at some of the most prominent tech events, including Microsoft Ignite, DevIntersection, and the Azure AI Conference. These engagements have taken me across the globe, connecting with diverse audiences and contributing to the global tech community.

In addition to major conferences, I’ve spoken at hundreds of user groups and meetups, fostering grassroots learning and collaboration within the tech ecosystem. I’ve also delivered live webinars for industry leaders like Microsoft and HashiCorp, providing accessible and impactful learning experiences for professionals worldwide.

I’m Reid Patrick - a Microsoft Azure MVP, cloud enthusiast, and lifelong learner passionate about empowering businesses through technology. With a deep focus on cloud computing, DevOps, and Microsoft technologies, I thrive on solving complex challeng... Show more

Aaron has over 20 years of experience in the IT industry and is deeply passionate about cloud and open source technologies. With a strong technical foundation and a hands-on approach, he has led over 300 cloud migrations and played a key role in helping teams build and deliver solutions using CI/CD and a DevOps-centric mindset. As an early advocate of DevOps and Agile, Aaron was instrumental in pioneering the DevOps-as-a-Service offering.

With more than a decade of experience working with AWS, Aaron serves as the Technology Director at base2Services, where he has helped the company grow into one of the most experienced AWS Partners. He is also highly active in the AWS community—an AWS Ambassador and leader of the AWS User Group in Berlin regularly sharing insights, mentoring others, and championing best practices in modern cloud architecture and security.

Aaron has over 20 years of experience in the IT industry and is deeply passionate about cloud and open source technologies. With a strong technical foundation and a hands-on approach, he has led over 300 cloud migrations and played a key role in help... Show more

Senior software developer at Graphnet Health with a growth mindset and a self-motivated attitude, Mo has extensive experience working on various projects across different domains.

Senior software developer at Graphnet Health with a growth mindset and a self-motivated attitude, Mo has extensive experience working on various projects across different domains. Show more

Data Platform MVP, Power BI and Fabric enthusiastic, public speaker and passionate for everything which transforms data into action! Working at Macaw in the Netherlands as Solution Architect and Technical Evangelist in the Data Solutions & Insights team.

What I like the most? Sharing my thoughts, experience, best-practices and enthusiasm about Microsoft data platform with others. I mostly do this in public speaking at usergroups, conferences, customer presentations and end-user training. Besides that I also have my own blog which you can find at https://data-marc.com/

Data Platform MVP, Power BI and Fabric enthusiastic, public speaker and passionate for everything which transforms data into action! Working at Macaw in the Netherlands as Solution Architect and Technical Evangelist in the Data Solutions & Insights t... Show more

Microsoft Data Platform MVP
Guatemala Tech Community leader,
Cloud Database Engineer.
Experienced in multi-platform databases on RDBMS MS SQL Server, Azure SQL DB, Oracle, MySQL, No SQL experienced in MongoDB as well.
Experienced in large-scale relational databases management support, passionate about K8S and Docker container tech-oriented to development and data platform.

Advanced Linux user, Gentoo distro fan since v.1.4.

In his spare time, Carlos is an enthusiastic swimmer and runner.

Microsoft Data Platform MVP Guatemala Tech Community leader, Cloud Database Engineer. Experienced in multi-platform databases on RDBMS MS SQL Server, Azure SQL DB, Oracle, MySQL, No SQL experienced in MongoDB as well. Experienced in large-scale ... Show more

Amanda Sterner works as an Employee Experience and Productivity Expert at Xenit 💚, where she helps her customers make the most out of their Microsoft investment focusing on Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams and Copilot. Amanda is a Microsoft MVP and actively contributes to the community by organizing events, presenting at conferences and sharing collaboration ideas in her blog and LinkedIn. Amanda's goal is to help people understand how Microsoft Teams, Copilot and other tools can improve their daily work and make their days a little better 🫶🏻.

In summary, Amanda is a tech enthusiast, educator, and community builder who is passionate about sharing her knowledge and empowering others through the Microsoft ecosystem 💜.

Amanda Sterner works as an Employee Experience and Productivity Expert at Xenit 💚, where she helps her customers make the most out of their Microsoft investment focusing on Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams and Copilot. Amanda is a Microsoft MVP and ac... Show more

Hugo is a Cloud Solutions Architect and Microsoft Azure enthusiast, specialized in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Stack, and design and develop Cloud solutions.
He works as an independent contractor, helping customers to migrate existing applications to Azure and deliver Azure cloud-based solutions to enable digital transformation.
Also, he is a tech community contributor and public speaker in local tech communities and conferences.
Hugo is a passionate person for technology, innovation, and new challenges.

Hugo is a Cloud Solutions Architect and Microsoft Azure enthusiast, specialized in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Stack, and design and develop Cloud solutions. He works as an independent contractor, helping customers to migrate existing applications t... Show more

Chris Woodruff, also known as Woody, is an Architect at Real Time Technologies and brings nearly three decades of industry expertise, having launched his career before the first .COM boom. Renowned for his contributions to software development and architecture, Woody is a regular speaker at international conferences, where he shares his deep knowledge on topics ranging from database development to APIs and web technologies. He is a Microsoft MVP in the areas of .NET and Web Development.

A dedicated mentor, Woody thrives on guiding fellow developers and enhancing their skills through his talks, written work, and digital content. He co-hosts the popular "Breakpoint Show" podcast and YouTube channel, which he uses to connect with and educate the tech community. He is also writing a book covering network programming with C# and .NET.

Woody's interests extend beyond his professional life, adding a personal touch to his character. He is a passionate bourbon enthusiast, often embarking on adventures along the Bourbon Trail in search of unique finds to savor and share with friends. Family time is a cherished part of his life, and he often shares insights from his professional journey on his blog at https://woodruff.dev. To stay updated on his latest projects and adventures, follow him on Twitter at @cwoodruff and Mastodon at https://mastodon.social/@cwoodruff, where he shares his thoughts and experiences, fostering a sense of connection with his audience.

Chris Woodruff, also known as Woody, is an Architect at Real Time Technologies and brings nearly three decades of industry expertise, having launched his career before the first .COM boom. Renowned for his contributions to software development and ar... Show more

Ahmed Salih is the Manager of Business Applications Development at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. He is a Microsoft MVP in Business Applications, a Super User in the Microsoft Power Platform Community forums, and a lead instructor in the global Microsoft Power UP program.

Ahmed empowers people and organizations through low-code innovation, enabling them to unlock efficiency, enhance collaboration, and drive sustainable digital transformation. He brings deep expertise in Power Apps, Power Automate, Copilot Studio, and Azure OpenAI—delivering intelligent applications and copilots that streamline complex business processes and enable informed, data-driven decisions.

Ahmed collaborates closely with business and IT leaders to design secure, scalable solutions that bridge functional gaps and elevate user experiences. Committed to continuous learning and knowledge-sharing, Ahmed helps build future-ready teams and actively champions the use of AI-driven tools to address real-world challenges across industries.

Ahmed Salih is the Manager of Business Applications Development at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. He is a Microsoft MVP in Business Applications, a Super User in the Microsoft Power Platform Community forums, and a lead instructor in the glob... Show more

Kamil has more than 30 years of experience with software development and IT in general. In year 2001, after finishing university, he joined the NAV world in NAVERTICA company as NAV developer. Having wide area of knowledge in programming languages and connected areas is helping him to understand “how it works” and is giving him background for solving different tasks.
Last years he is working more with GIT, Powershell and Azure DevOps.

Kamil is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) since the year 2004.

Kamil has more than 30 years of experience with software development and IT in general. In year 2001, after finishing university, he joined the NAV world in NAVERTICA company as NAV developer. Having wide area of knowledge in programming languages an... Show more

Mattias has been working professionally as a developer for over 20 years.

His interest in coding started already in the 80s with the Commodore 128 and but his true passion came with the Amiga.

Today he's a partner and senior architect at WCOM, a Microsoft partner located in Gothenburg, Sweden.

He’s also a Microsoft Developer Technologies MVP.

Outside work, he is a father of two, husband of one, and contributes actively to the .NET open-source community.
Most know there for being one of the lead maintainers behind the .NET foundation project Cake.

Mattias has been working professionally as a developer for over 20 years. His interest in coding started already in the 80s with the Commodore 128 and but his true passion came with the Amiga. Today he's a partner and senior architect at WCOM, ... Show more

Serge Luca (aka "Doctor Flow") has been 17 times MVP and is now a Business Apps MVP (Power Automates & Power Apps); he is based in Brussels (Belgium) where he works as a Power PLatform Solution architect; he has designed more than 16 Enterprise Flow projects. He is an international & Ignite speaker and a frequent blogger. Serge has executed several assignments for the Microsoft SharePoint team (Redmond) across the world and has worked for Microsoft Learning as a Subject Matter Expert in SharePoint and in Workflow Foundation. He has trained more than a thousand developers in SharePoint. He is also the author of the famous Master Class Microsoft Power Automate and Master Class PowerApps workshops and helped the Flow team creates the "Microsoft Power Automate in a day" workshop. He is the creator of the open-source Power Platform BPM Toolkit available on GitHub.Serge worked previously as a researcher for the University of Namur (Belgium) and is also a Microsoft (USA) contractor.

Serge Luca (aka "Doctor Flow") has been 17 times MVP and is now a Business Apps MVP (Power Automates & Power Apps); he is based in Brussels (Belgium) where he works as a Power PLatform Solution architect; he has designed more than 16 Enterprise Flow ... Show more

Marcel is the co-founder and Global MD & CTO Xebia Microsoft Services. Xebia Microsoft Services started as an individual company under the Xebia group in 2014 and provides high-end consulting services to companies on Microsoft Azure, DevOps, Cloud Native Software Development, and Managed Services.

Marcel spends most of his time working with organizations to deliver software to production multiple times a day in a secure and compliant way! He helps organizations and leadership teams move to become high-speed, innovative, and productive while still being secure and compliant.

Marcel loves to learn new technologies and use this to advance his customers. He shares his learnings at conferences and training. Marcel has the conviction the CEO title in technology companies should have a second meaning: Coding Executive Officer. This is driven by his strong belief that great leaders in tech need to be technical! Only by staying on top of technology, you can lead the way going forward.

Marcel is a frequently asked public speaker at well-known industry events like Microsoft //Build, Microsoft Ignite, Azure Lowlands, Visual Studio Live!, Techorama, and KCDC, to name a few.

Marcel is part of the Techorama board and helps organize this event in Europe. In his spare time, he also builds online courses for Pluralsight. You can find his courses here: https://app.pluralsight.com/profile/author/marcel-devries

Marcel has been awarded by Microsoft the Microsoft MVP award for more than 17 consecutive years and has been a Microsoft Regional Director since 2008. You can always contact him to talk about subjects like Cloud Adoption Strategies, Business Development, DevOps, Cloud Computing, Microservices, Containers, IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.

Marcel is the co-founder and Global MD & CTO Xebia Microsoft Services. Xebia Microsoft Services started as an individual company under the Xebia group in 2014 and provides high-end consulting services to companies on Microsoft Azure, DevOps, Cloud Na... Show more

Justin is a Senior Cloud Advocate at Microsoft and was double-awarded Microsoft MVP in both Azure and Developer Technologies since 2015. He is passionate at serverless technologies, enterprise integration and SRE/DevOps, and tries to find a better way of doing things right and getting things done.

Justin is a Senior Cloud Advocate at Microsoft and was double-awarded Microsoft MVP in both Azure and Developer Technologies since 2015. He is passionate at serverless technologies, enterprise integration and SRE/DevOps, and tries to find a better wa... Show more

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) in Data Platform for the last 8 years.

Over 20 years of experience in business and technology working with organizations at various stages of digital transformations. Over the years, worked with several industry sectors including Retail, Banking, Minery, Oil & Gas, and Media/Entertainment. Also led several products and applications that have been in the cusp of data, strategy, technology, and business transformation. Passion for data , emerging technologies and new offerings enables clients to make fact-based decisions and drive actions in the market together.​

Provided recommendations and guidance on revamping Analytics and Reporting enterprise architecture for different companies in helping drive a Customer Data Exchange working closely with the C-Suite to help them design their New Data Services Organization with Data Products. Stood up new capabilities required to effectively operate and move toward Data Monetization using advanced Data consolidation and Data Sharing capabilities focusing on Privacy/Compliance and Data Governance

YouTube channel Power Mates: https://www.youtube.com/@PowerMatesMS

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) in Data Platform for the last 8 years. Over 20 years of experience in business and technology working with organizations at various stages of digital transformations. Over the years, worked with several i... Show more

Noraa is a Windows Development MVP. Shee is specialised in Windows for costumers and developers. Shee works together with the Windows for developers team and the Microsoft OSPO.

Noraa is a Windows Development MVP. Shee is specialised in Windows for costumers and developers. Shee works together with the Windows for developers team and the Microsoft OSPO. Show more

Gianni Castaldi is a NinjaCat @ KustoWorks, he started in IT in 2008 and in cybersecurity since 2017. His blogs can be read at kustoking.com and on medium.com/@giannicastaldi

He spends most of his time securing companies with the Microsoft Security Stack, Palo Alto Networks, and Tenable products and has also secured several ICS/SCADA related environments.

Gianni Castaldi is a NinjaCat @ KustoWorks, he started in IT in 2008 and in cybersecurity since 2017. His blogs can be read at kustoking.com and on medium.com/@giannicastaldi He spends most of his time securing companies with the Microsoft Securit... Show more

David is a highly skilled SharePoint Guy who is focusing on Automation, Compliance, Security, Operational Excellence, Quality Assurance and hacking the unexpected out from the technology stack.

David is a highly skilled SharePoint Guy who is focusing on Automation, Compliance, Security, Operational Excellence, Quality Assurance and hacking the unexpected out from the technology stack. Show more

A Microsoft Data Platform MVP, Brandon is a senior member of the Database team for financial company x functioning as a SQL Server Infrastructure Architect/SME. Having worked in data estates of several petabytes across thousands of servers, he puts a high focus on performance tuning and automation at scale. He is a frequent speaker at events like conferences and user groups.

A Microsoft Data Platform MVP, Brandon is a senior member of the Database team for financial company x functioning as a SQL Server Infrastructure Architect/SME. Having worked in data estates of several petabytes across thousands of servers, he puts a... Show more

As a Cloud Endpoint Technical Specialist at Microsoft, I am passionate about connecting people to the cloud, one endpoint at a time. I have a background in Computer Sciences and a love for technology that has driven my career path. I am thrilled to bring my diverse set of skills and experiences to the table and help drive innovation in the industry. Let's connect and collaborate to bring the cloud to everyone!

As a Cloud Endpoint Technical Specialist at Microsoft, I am passionate about connecting people to the cloud, one endpoint at a time. I have a background in Computer Sciences and a love for technology that has driven my career path. I am thrilled to ... Show more

On 2021 I joined Microsoft, now I’m working as Principal Cloud Advocate 🥑, which is a role that focuses on helping developers and organizations to understand, adopt and successfully use Microsoft cloud technologies. My main goal is to empower developers with the knowledge and tools they need to build and deploy applications on Azure, and other Microsoft cloud platforms.

🌱 Previous to Microsoft, I was leading the Innovation Team for Avanade Canada, which means I spent much part of my time trying to figure our the best way to connect real Business with cool technologies, and engage my colleagues to perform smart and fun activities like participate in hackathons, coordinate hackathons and Innovation Contests, support tech meetings, and more!

🤖 Bruno also like to hack new technologies, play the guitar and run. Run a lot, which suddenly started after becoming the dad of the 2 best sons ever.
You can contact him via twitter (@elbruno) or on his blog: http://www.elbruno.com

On 2021 I joined Microsoft, now I’m working as Principal Cloud Advocate 🥑, which is a role that focuses on helping developers and organizations to understand, adopt and successfully use Microsoft cloud technologies. My main goal is to empower develo... Show more

I'm a Microsoft MVP in Azure, Artificial Intelligence, and Developer Technologies. I am currently pursuing a PhD in Engineering Informatics at Tomas Bata University in Zlin, Czech Republic.

I've been developing .NET apps for +10 years. I find C# a really powerful language which allow us to create different kinds of software. I focus on mobile apps (Xamarin/.NET MAUI), cloud computing (Azure) and AI.

I enjoy sharing my knowledge with others.

I'm a Microsoft MVP in Azure, Artificial Intelligence, and Developer Technologies. I am currently pursuing a PhD in Engineering Informatics at Tomas Bata University in Zlin, Czech Republic. I've been developing .NET apps for +10 years. I find C# a... Show more

Andreas spent most of his professional life and a career of over 25 years integrating "backend" applications. First inside or between Enterprises and Startups directly, then - "in the cloud".
Before that, Andreas dabbled with Virtual Reality in the 90s. In 2013, he integrated an innovation focus into his work - from Kinect for Windows, Microsoft HoloLens, and Mixed Reality, to a strong focus on Applied Artificial Intelligence. Andreas told audiences years before ChatGPT to look at Generative AI.
He cannot stop talking about technology, which apparently some people like so Microsoft gave him the MVP award. Because he has shown leadership can advise C-levels and business, he also got accepted into the ranks of the Microsoft Regional Directors .
Andreas helps customers as a trusted advisor, external CTO and innovation consultant, he also produces exciting applications and solutions with a great team of skilled individuals.
He acts as CTO Applied AI for daenet.

Andreas spent most of his professional life and a career of over 25 years integrating "backend" applications. First inside or between Enterprises and Startups directly, then - "in the cloud". Before that, Andreas dabbled with Virtual Reality in the ... Show more

Hannes Lagler-Gruener is a senior cloud architect with consulting experience of more than 15 years.
Hannes is focusing on cloud architecture and security.
Hannes had deep experience in IaaS, Security, Networking, Governance, and IaC. He started his carrier at one of the biggest Austrian banks and changed to Microsoft Austria after a few years.
Currently, Hannes is working at ACP IT Solutions GMBH as Lead-Cloud Solutions Architect.

Hannes Lagler-Gruener is a senior cloud architect with consulting experience of more than 15 years. Hannes is focusing on cloud architecture and security. Hannes had deep experience in IaaS, Security, Networking, Governance, and IaC. He started his... Show more