Matej is a Lead Java Engineer at Infinum where he is working on multiple projects. His primary focus is on designing data intensive systems on AWS. He started contributing to Open Source projects at the beginning of his career and is currently a Core Team Member on Spring Cloud AWS and the Lead developer on Spring Data DynamoDb which is currently in development. His love for open source is shown through his contributions to many projects such as Spring Cloud Config, Spring Boot, Dapr SDK, SDKman and many more.

Matej is a Lead Java Engineer at Infinum where he is working on multiple projects. His primary focus is on designing data intensive systems on AWS. He started contributing to Open Source projects at the beginning of his career and is currently a Core... Show more

I help teams and organizations collaborate better and grow – through workshops, coaching, and agile methodology.

As a Product Owner, I take ownership of the product direction and priorities, while focusing on supporting the development team in delivering value efficiently and with purpose. I thrive in environments where I can build understanding over time, work closely with developers, and act as a technical sparring partner.

I facilitate workshops, lead professional groups, and speak at conferences – always with the goal of creating psychological safety, strong team dynamics, and meaningful progress.

My sweet spot is working with specialized solutions, preferably with a physical component (IoT/OT). I prefer hands-on collaboration, insight work, and structured prioritization over endless meetings – and I use agile frameworks to create rhythm and clarity.

After working with me, teams should feel proud of what they’ve built – and confident in how they built it.

I help teams and organizations collaborate better and grow – through workshops, coaching, and agile methodology. As a Product Owner, I take ownership of the product direction and priorities, while focusing on supporting the development team in del... Show more

Danilo Dominici is a senior consultant, speaker, and author specializing in SQL Server since version 6.5, mostly in the design, implementation, monitoring, and performance tuning of SQL Server-based solutions, both on-premise and in the cloud (Azure/AWS). He is also specializing in PostgreSQL performance tuning, high availability and monitoring. Danilo is a Microsoft Certified Trainer since 2000, a 6-times Data Platform MVP (2014-2020) - now MVP Alumni, an active member of UGISS (the Italian SQL Server User Group), and has been the co-leader of the PASS Global Italian Virtual Chapter. He wrote some of the chapters of the Microsoft SQL Server 2012 and 2014 Upgrade Guides and co-authored the book "Azure Data Solutions: an Introduction" published by Microsoft Press.

Danilo Dominici is a senior consultant, speaker, and author specializing in SQL Server since version 6.5, mostly in the design, implementation, monitoring, and performance tuning of SQL Server-based solutions, both on-premise and in the cloud (Azure/... Show more

Sumaiya Nalukwago is a passionate IT professional passionate about bridging the gender gap in technology. With a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), Sumaiya's expertise lies in empowering others to navigate the tech landscape.

As the founder of Tech Over Africa Network, she empowers African women to thrive in tech through mentorship, resources, and training.
With leadership roles as a Women Techmakers Ambassador and GDG Cloud Community Lead, she champions inclusivity and creates impactful tech communities.

On her YouTube channel, Tech Over with Sumaiya, she shares valuable insights on navigating the non-coding side of tech. While at MUST, Sumaiya blazed a trail as the first female Lead of the Google Developer Student Club, fostering a vibrant community for students to learn and develop using Google technologies. This dedication to inclusivity extends to her current role as Community Lead for Google Developer Groups Cloud & Women TechMakers Mbarara. Sumaiya is a champion for building diverse and thriving tech communities where everyone can thrive.

Sumaiya's dedication to fostering inclusive tech communities has garnered international recognition. In 2023, she was nominated for the prestigious Women Tech Network Global Awards, reaching the top 10 finalists out of over 2100 participants in the Women in Tech Community Category. She was also recognized by the US Embassy in Uganda for her dedication to technology in March 2024.

Sumaiya's commitment extends beyond the digital realm. She actively contributes to her community through volunteer work with the Rotaract Club of Mbarara City.

Sumaiya Nalukwago is a passionate IT professional passionate about bridging the gender gap in technology. With a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), Sumaiya's expertise lies in empowe... Show more

I’m an AI & Cloud Solutions Architect with experience in multiple cloud platforms. I recently spoke at the AWS Summit 2025 Dubai, Microsoft AI Horizons, and many tech conferences. I would love to contribute as a speaker in your upcoming sessions. Let me know if there are opportunities to collaborate!

I’m an AI & Cloud Solutions Architect with experience in multiple cloud platforms. I recently spoke at the AWS Summit 2025 Dubai, Microsoft AI Horizons, and many tech conferences. I would love to contribute as a speaker in your upcoming sessions. Let... Show more

I am a Senior Consultant Developer at Thoughtworks with over six years of experience designing and implementing scalable, high-performance solutions using Java and modern architectural patterns.

Throughout my career, I’ve led agile teams in building systems based on clean architecture, microservices, and event-driven design, always emphasizing engineering excellence and long-term maintainability.

My work focuses on integrating technology and design to build resilient, cloud-native platforms that are easy to evolve and operate.

I am passionate about software craftsmanship, architecture principles, and helping teams deliver solutions that are both elegant and practical.

I am a Senior Consultant Developer at Thoughtworks with over six years of experience designing and implementing scalable, high-performance solutions using Java and modern architectural patterns. Throughout my career, I’ve led agile teams in buildi... Show more

Christopher Schmidt is a Principal Program Manager with deep expertise in real-time data systems, specializing in message streaming and event-driven architectures. At the forefront of Microsoft’s efforts in modern data platforms, Christopher has led initiatives that transform how organizations harness streaming data for intelligent, scalable decision-making. His work spans resilient, low-latency pipelines to AI-led consumption technologies. 

Christopher Schmidt is a Principal Program Manager with deep expertise in real-time data systems, specializing in message streaming and event-driven architectures. At the forefront of Microsoft’s efforts in modern data platforms, Christopher has led ... Show more

Lindsey Broos is a .NET Consultant at Talent-It, Microsoft MVP and Pluralsight author. Lindsey runs Visug, the .NET user group in Belgium, and is a content crew member for Techorama, the largest Microsoft-focused conference in Belgium and the Netherlands. With a background as a lab technician spanning medical and tech fields, Lindsey brings a unique perspective to software development, training, and community engagement.

Lindsey Broos is a .NET Consultant at Talent-It, Microsoft MVP and Pluralsight author. Lindsey runs Visug, the .NET user group in Belgium, and is a content crew member for Techorama, the largest Microsoft-focused conference in Belgium and the Netherl... Show more

Renuka Kelkar is a trailblazing figure in the tech industry, known for her multifaceted roles as Co-Founder of ARNA Genext Solutions, Google Developer Expert for Flutter and Dart, and Founder of the TechPowerGirls Community. With a passion for fostering diversity and inclusion, she serves as an organizer for GDG London and a WomenTechmaker ambassador. Renuka's impactful contributions were recognized with the prestigious Diversity and Inclusion Award from Google in 2023. Her dynamic speaking prowess has earned her the prestigious title of Most Active Speaker for the past two years consecutively on Sessionize, cementing her reputation as a driving force in the tech community.

Renuka Kelkar is a trailblazing figure in the tech industry, known for her multifaceted roles as Co-Founder of ARNA Genext Solutions, Google Developer Expert for Flutter and Dart, and Founder of the TechPowerGirls Community. With a passion for fost... Show more

Brian Demers is a Developer Advocate at Gradle, a Java Champion, and an Apache Member who contributes to the Directory, Maven, and Shiro projects. He spends much of his day contributing to OSS projects by writing code, tutorials, blogs, and answering questions. In addition to typical software development, Brian also has a passion for fast builds, security, and automation.

Away from the keyboard, Brian is a beekeeper and can likely be found playing board games. You can find him online at https://bsky.app/profile/bdemers.io.

Brian Demers is a Developer Advocate at Gradle, a Java Champion, and an Apache Member who contributes to the Directory, Maven, and Shiro projects. He spends much of his day contributing to OSS projects by writing code, tutorials, blogs, and answering... Show more

Ines Akrap is a Frontend Software Engineer passionate about optimizing websites to be fast, sustainable, and provide the best user experience for every user. She works in Storyblok as Solutions Engineer. She enjoys sharing her knowledge with others through talks, podcasts, workshops, and courses. Her current biggest project is teaching one little human risk management and words.

Ines Akrap is a Frontend Software Engineer passionate about optimizing websites to be fast, sustainable, and provide the best user experience for every user. She works in Storyblok as Solutions Engineer. She enjoys sharing her knowledge with others t... Show more

Like Beyonce but in tech.
Marthe Moengen is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with a knack for making complex topics like Microsoft Purview and Microsoft Fabric feel clear and practical. Named one of Norway’s Top 50 Women in Tech, she’s passionate about all things data governance and loves helping teams turn messy data into trusted insights.

Like Beyonce but in tech. Marthe Moengen is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with a knack for making complex topics like Microsoft Purview and Microsoft Fabric feel clear and practical. Named one of Norway’s Top 50 Women in Tech, she’s passionate abou... Show more

For over a decade, Jared has been a data engineering consultant implementing Microsoft products. For more than three decades, he has been honing his skills in theater and other performing arts. As a speaker, Jared marries these two disciplines together, creating dynamic presentations that add entertainment to education. This symbiotic relationship can improve presentation engagement, support attendees in knowledge retention, and foster a culture of passion for the data industry.

As a speaker, Jared has spoken at events such as:
-Fabcon Vegas (Microsoft Fabric Community Conference)
-DataCon Seattle (Microsoft Data Conference)
-PASS Summit
-SQL Saturdays, Multiple
-Microsoft Fabric Global Online Conference
-Future Data Driven Summit
-GroupBy Conference
-and more!

He also runs the YouTube channel DataBard, focused on making Data fun and teaching techniques along the way.

Technically-speaking, Jared has multiple Microsoft certifications in both on-prem and cloud technologies. He has extensive knowledge in:
-Microsoft Fabric
-SQL Query Development and Performance tuning
-Kimball Data Modeling
-ETL design patterns
-Azure SQL DB and Azure SQL MI

In his spare time, he continues to perform in community theater productions, as well as musically for his church. Upon request, he would be happy to assist with more theatrical portions of events, such as performing musical numbers.

For over a decade, Jared has been a data engineering consultant implementing Microsoft products. For more than three decades, he has been honing his skills in theater and other performing arts. As a speaker, Jared marries these two disciplines togeth... Show more

Manu is a seasoned AWS DevOps consultant with two decades of experience spanning testing, DevOps, software engineering, and technical leadership roles. As a certified HashiCorp engineer, he focuses on enabling teams to achieve independence in cloud infrastructure design and deployment. His philosophy centers on streamlining software development and delivery through improved developer experiences, reduced technical barriers, and leveraging automation and AI to make complex processes simple and predictable.

Manu is a seasoned AWS DevOps consultant with two decades of experience spanning testing, DevOps, software engineering, and technical leadership roles. As a certified HashiCorp engineer, he focuses on enabling teams to achieve independence in cloud i... Show more

Alistair has worked in various capacities across multiple verticals — from retail and manufacturing to government — supporting environments ranging from 50 to 50,000 users through comprehensive Enterprise Information Management and Cybersecurity initiatives.
As a Microsoft MVP based in South Africa, he helps organizations architectand secure, intelligent ecosystems using “best of breed,” proven methodologies that foster innovation, resilience, and growth. His approach combines Enterprise Content Management (ECM), and modern Cybersecurity practices to protect data while enabling collaboration and digital transformation.
With this vision, Alistair is committed to providing customers with platforms for Business Productivity Enrichment, establishing communities of practice, and building a measurable, sustainable knowledge economy within a secure, zero-trust framework.

Alistair has worked in various capacities across multiple verticals — from retail and manufacturing to government — supporting environments ranging from 50 to 50,000 users through comprehensive Enterprise Information Management and Cybersecurity init... Show more

Massimo Bonanni is a Microsoft Technical Trainer with a rich background in technology and community leadership. With six-time recognition as a Microsoft MVP in Windows and Developer Tools, Massimo has demonstrated exceptional expertise and contribution to the tech community. His accolades also include being an Intel Black Belt and Software Innovator, showcasing his ability to drive innovation and excellence in software development.
In his role at Microsoft, Massimo empowers customers by enhancing their Azure skills, enabling them to leverage the power of Azure more effectively in their solutions. His commitment to education extends beyond the workplace, as evidenced by his role as a technical speaker at various conferences, delivering more than 200 sessions over the last decade.
Massimo's leadership skills are further highlighted by his initiative in founding and managing several communities in Italy, fostering a collaborative environment for learning and growth. His personal interests include a love for dogs, a passion for reading, and an enjoyment of building LEGO sets, reflecting a well-rounded individual with diverse hobbies.
Massimo's professional journey is a testament to his dedication to technology, education, and community engagement, making him a valuable asset to any team or project.

Massimo Bonanni is a Microsoft Technical Trainer with a rich background in technology and community leadership. With six-time recognition as a Microsoft MVP in Windows and Developer Tools, Massimo has demonstrated exceptional expertise and contributi... Show more

Arnaud has over 19 years of experience in software engineering, spanning roles in developing Java/JVM systems and leading Android application projects for startups. He has served as both a Senior Developer and Tech Lead, applying his expertise across various sectors.

Since 2016, he has been an active speaker on topics such as Kotlin, Android Architecture, and Koin, and in 2020, he was recognized as a Google Developer Expert for Kotlin.

In 2017, Arnaud initiated the development of Koin (https://insert-koin.io/), a lightweight dependency injection framework that has become well-known in the Kotlin ecosystem.

By late 2022, he co-founded Kotzilla (https://kotzilla.io/), a company focused on building developer tools and SaaS platforms for Kotlin and mobile developers.

Arnaud has over 19 years of experience in software engineering, spanning roles in developing Java/JVM systems and leading Android application projects for startups. He has served as both a Senior Developer and Tech Lead, applying his expertise across... Show more

After twenty years in the consulting world, serving as a project manager and scrum master, I decided that I was getting too far away from the code and started taking on small freelance projects.

A few years later, I began working exclusively on my own, bringing the knowledge I gained from large companies in the country (and some international ones) to small and medium-sized businesses.

I fulfill roles as a trainer and developer in various stacks, as a Scrum Master, and even as a database architect, thanks to the experience I gained during my years in the consulting world.

I am co-organizer of GDG Ponferrada and Global AI Ponferrada

After twenty years in the consulting world, serving as a project manager and scrum master, I decided that I was getting too far away from the code and started taking on small freelance projects. A few years later, I began working exclusively on my... Show more

Marc is an open-source enthusiast and software developer.

Currently, Marc is working as a principal software engineer at Red Hat in the Developer Tools team focusing on Java and AI.
He is the lead maintainer for the Kubernetes MCP server, Eclipse JKube and the Fabric8 Kubernetes Client.

Marc is the author of "Full Stack Quarkus and React", Packt Publishing 2022. A book that covers how to develop a complete application from scratch leveraging Quarkus and ReactJS. Besides learning the best practices for development and testing with these libraries, readers will also learn how to deploy their applications to the cloud.

Marc is an open-source enthusiast and software developer. Currently, Marc is working as a principal software engineer at Red Hat in the Developer Tools team focusing on Java and AI. He is the lead maintainer for the Kubernetes MCP server, Eclipse... Show more

Michael Hewitt leads the BI and Analytics team at Hunt Brothers Pizza, based in Nashville, TN. He enjoys data visualization and working with business users to help them leverage data more effectively in their daily jobs. In previous roles, Michael has delivered Microsoft based BI solutions in the healthcare, distribution, and manufacturing industries. He has also had the privilege of developing and delivering custom Power BI training for the Department of Defense. Outside of work, Michael is a husband, father of 3 children, is a leader in his local church, co-organizes the Nashville Power BI user group, and enjoys drumming, woodworking, and hiking.

Michael Hewitt leads the BI and Analytics team at Hunt Brothers Pizza, based in Nashville, TN. He enjoys data visualization and working with business users to help them leverage data more effectively in their daily jobs. In previous roles, Michael ha... Show more

Soy Openshift Associate Manager para STP LATAM en Red Hat y Ambassador de Platform Engineering, con más de diez años de experiencia en el mundo de las tecnologías de la información. A lo largo de mi carrera he trabajado como analista, desarrollador, consultor y arquitecto, siempre con un fuerte enfoque en la colaboración y en el uso de tecnologías open source para generar impacto real en las organizaciones.

En mi rol actual lidero iniciativas de integración y transformación digital en la región. Me apasiona diseñar arquitecturas que no solo resuelvan necesidades técnicas, sino que también acompañen a los equipos en su proceso de cambio cultural y de adopción tecnológica. Disfruto mucho el poder apoyar tanto a los equipos de consultoría como a las áreas comerciales, construyendo propuestas sólidas y alineadas a las mejores prácticas.

Uno de mis intereses principales es la transformación impulsada por métricas: creo firmemente que medir el avance y basar las decisiones en datos concretos es clave para lograr resultados sostenibles. Este enfoque me ha llevado a participar en distintas iniciativas que buscan ayudar a los clientes a visualizar y comprender el impacto de su evolución tecnológica.

A lo largo de los años he obtenido certificaciones en áreas como GitOps, Backstage, Cloud Foundations y Observabilidad, que reflejan mi interés constante por seguir aprendiendo y perfeccionando mi práctica.

Como speaker, me gusta compartir experiencias reales, aprendizajes y buenas prácticas sobre arquitecturas de integración, platform engineering y adopción de open source. Mi estilo es cercano, práctico y orientado a resultados: busco que quienes me escuchan puedan llevarse ideas que puedan aplicar de inmediato en su propio contexto.

Soy Openshift Associate Manager para STP LATAM en Red Hat y Ambassador de Platform Engineering, con más de diez años de experiencia en el mundo de las tecnologías de la información. A lo largo de mi carrera he trabajado como analista, desarrollador, ... Show more

Blaize is a Microsoft Azure MVP and has been interested in software development since childhood and wrote his first software while still in high school. Since that time, Blaize has had broad experience in all things IT ranging from a network administrator to a software architect and everything in between.

Blaize is a Microsoft Azure MVP and has been interested in software development since childhood and wrote his first software while still in high school. Since that time, Blaize has had broad experience in all things IT ranging from a network administ... Show more

Engineer with passion for testing. Currently working at Epam Switzerland as Lead Test Automation Engineer in Zurich. Always thinking about improvements and food :) Passionate skier, cyclist and hiker. Home cook and out-loud reader.

Engineer with passion for testing. Currently working at Epam Switzerland as Lead Test Automation Engineer in Zurich. Always thinking about improvements and food :) Passionate skier, cyclist and hiker. Home cook and out-loud reader. Show more

Ian Tweedie is a senior technical consultant at Capgemini, specialising in the Microsoft Power Platform and cloud-native development. With a background as an IT manager turned low-code developer, Ian has charted a distinctive path from citizen development to professional-grade solutions, fusing automation with deep enterprise architecture expertise.

Holding 16 Microsoft certifications, including Power Platform Solution Architect Expert and Azure Developer Associate, Ian combines technical depth with real-world delivery. He is the creator of multiple open-source tools and certified Power Automate connectors, and is the force behind TechTweedie, a popular blog that demystifies Power Platform DevOps and secure design practices.

Ian regularly speaks at community events and user groups across the UK and co-hosts the Power Platform Clinic YouTube series, where he shares live troubleshooting insights with fellow experts. His recent work includes building Azure-based reporting solutions for low-code developers and developing automated backup pipelines to safeguard Power Platform development environments.

Outside of his consulting role, Ian serves as a digital transformation trustee for Prosper Learning Trust and is an advocate for making automation accessible and auditable at scale.

Whether empowering developers to push boundaries or simplifying complex architectures, Ian brings a pragmatic, community-first mindset to everything he builds.

Ian Tweedie is a senior technical consultant at Capgemini, specialising in the Microsoft Power Platform and cloud-native development. With a background as an IT manager turned low-code developer, Ian has charted a distinctive path from citizen develo... Show more

Meet Martin! Martin is a results-driven Product Manager Lead with over 20 years of experience in the technology industry, primarily around IT and Cyber Security with vast knowledge of Cloud Services. Martin has a proven track record of delivering successful outcomes, managing cross-functional teams, driving business growth, and managing product life cycle - from product evangelism, requirements, competitive analysis, roadmaps, and driving adoption. Martin is passionate about technology and innovation, and he is committed to staying up to date with the latest trends and best practices in his field. Beyond his work, Martin is an avid mentor, eager to share his knowledge and empower others to succeed. Martin believes in giving back to the community and often volunteers his time to speak at technology events and mentor aspiring professionals.

Meet Martin! Martin is a results-driven Product Manager Lead with over 20 years of experience in the technology industry, primarily around IT and Cyber Security with vast knowledge of Cloud Services. Martin has a proven track record of delivering suc... Show more

Priit has been meddling with databases for almost 20 years. First as a certified Oracle DBA, and now as a database performance engineer helping developers to use database related technologies in the best possible manner. Contrary to (stereo-) typical database person, Priit is not afraid to get deep into client side development technologies - he decompiles Java code for breakfast. Oracle Ace Pro, member of Symposium 42

Priit has been meddling with databases for almost 20 years. First as a certified Oracle DBA, and now as a database performance engineer helping developers to use database related technologies in the best possible manner. Contrary to (stereo-) typical... Show more

Microsoft Learn Expert | Principal Data Architect | MS Fabric Cafe Community Lead
Microsoft Learn Expert with over 15 years of expertise in programming and data platforms. Experienced in roles such as Technical Head, Data Engineer, Data Architect, and Azure Developer. Skilled in BI engineering, integration, and quality leadership. Concentrating on Microsoft Fabric and Azure Data Services. Passionate about AI and committed to delivering innovative solutions. Additionally, I lead the community of Microsoft Fabric Cafe at Microsoft Learn community learning rooms.

Microsoft Learn Expert | Principal Data Architect | MS Fabric Cafe Community Lead Microsoft Learn Expert with over 15 years of expertise in programming and data platforms. Experienced in roles such as Technical Head, Data Engineer, Data Architect, ... Show more

Gerrit Grunwald is a software engineer that loves coding for around 40 years already. He is a true believer in open source and he is an active member of the Java community, where he founded and leads the Java User Group Münster (Germany), he is a JavaOne rockstar and a Java Champion. He is a speaker at conferences and user groups internationally and writes for several magazines.

Gerrit Grunwald is a software engineer that loves coding for around 40 years already. He is a true believer in open source and he is an active member of the Java community, where he founded and leads the Java User Group Münster (Germany), he is a Jav... Show more

Martin Förtsch is an IT-consultant of TNG Technology Consulting GmbH based in Unterföhring near Munich who studied computer sciences. Work wise his focus areas are Agile Development (mainly) in Java, Search Engine Technologies, Information Retrieval and Databases.

As an Intel Software Innovator and Intel Black Belt Software Developer he is strongly involved in the development of open-source software for gesture control with 3D-cameras like e.g. Intel RealSense and has built an Augmented Reality wearable prototype device with his team based on this technology.

Furthermore, he gives many talks at national and international conferences about Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, 3D-camera technologies, Augmented Reality and Test Driven Development as well. He was awarded with the Oracle JavaOne Rockstar.

Martin Förtsch is an IT-consultant of TNG Technology Consulting GmbH based in Unterföhring near Munich who studied computer sciences. Work wise his focus areas are Agile Development (mainly) in Java, Search Engine Technologies, Information Retrieval ... Show more

Wolfgang Strasser, an experienced data consultant at ACP CUBIDO in Austria, specializes in leveraging the Microsoft Data Platform to drive analytics and data strategy transformations. With extensive experience in SQL Server, Azure Data Services, Power BI, and Microsoft Fabric, Wolfgang has established himself as a key resource for businesses aiming to optimize their data processes.

As a Microsoft Data Platform MVP, Wolfgang has a proven track record of excellence in data architecture, analytics, and data governance. He first was awarded in 2015 and since then rewarded every year.

Wolfgang's commitment to the data community is evident through his active participation in national and international conferences, workshops, and online platforms, where he shares insights, best practices, and technical knowledge. He is one of the organizers of Data Community Austria Day (Data Saturday Vienna).

Wolfgang Strasser, an experienced data consultant at ACP CUBIDO in Austria, specializes in leveraging the Microsoft Data Platform to drive analytics and data strategy transformations. With extensive experience in SQL Server, Azure Data Services, Powe... Show more