Jonathan Weaver is the SharePoint Designer for WaterOne, consultant for Smarter Consulting, and a Microsoft Office Specialist: SharePoint 2013. He has over 20 years in IT and has both a BS in CIS and a Master's Degree in Business Law. Since 2013, he has been working exclusively in SharePoint and Power Platform, focusing on Forms, Workflows, and Business Processes. Jonathan has been on the event planning team for SPSKC since 2013 and regularly speaks at events across the globe.

Jonathan Weaver is the SharePoint Designer for WaterOne, consultant for Smarter Consulting, and a Microsoft Office Specialist: SharePoint 2013. He has over 20 years in IT and has both a BS in CIS and a Master's Degree in Business Law. Since 2013, he ... Show more

Raised and trained as an IT Engineer, transitioned to a solution architect role (focusing on Azure infrastructure, automation, and identity). Passionate about DevOps, "security built-in, not bolted on" and "everything as code" principles. You can find my professional bio at https://no.linkedin.com/in/pazdedav and my AboutMe page at https://about.me/davidpazdera

Raised and trained as an IT Engineer, transitioned to a solution architect role (focusing on Azure infrastructure, automation, and identity). Passionate about DevOps, "security built-in, not bolted on" and "everything as code" principles. You can fin... Show more

Anuradha is a senior front-end developer, working on making the web more accessible, one website at a time. She is passionate about exploring new technologies and sharing knowledge through tech articles and talks. She has been recognized as GDE, MVP, and WTM Ambassador. As an accessibility advocate, she aims to spread awareness and empower the community toward achieving the common goal of inclusion through technology. When she is not coding, she loves traveling, exploring museums, reading books, and sketching.

Anuradha is a senior front-end developer, working on making the web more accessible, one website at a time. She is passionate about exploring new technologies and sharing knowledge through tech articles and talks. She has been recognized as GDE, MVP,... Show more

Joanne Klein is an independent Microsoft 365 consultant, a 7-time Microsoft MVP in M365 Apps & Services, and an Advanced Compliance specialist in the Microsoft suite of tools. Joanne works with her customers on planning and implementing information protection and data governance controls across their Microsoft 365 environments to address the unique challenges of today's modern workplace. She’s a firm believer that it’s not all about technology.

Joanne blogs about these areas with a focus on how to secure, protect, and govern information assets while minimizing end-user impact.

Joanne Klein is an independent Microsoft 365 consultant, a 7-time Microsoft MVP in M365 Apps & Services, and an Advanced Compliance specialist in the Microsoft suite of tools. Joanne works with her customers on planning and implementing information p... Show more

Lisa Crosbie is known for her expertise in Microsoft Copilot, Power Platform, and Dynamics 365 and her ability to explain technology in a way that makes it easy for non technical users to understand. Adept at interpreting Microsoft's product roadmap, she provides strategic insights that empower businesses to plan effectively and extract the most value from their technological investments. She is a regular speaker at international Microsoft and community events, and runs a popular YouTube channel dedicated to Microsoft Business Applications.

Lisa has been recognised with the Microsoft Community UK Award for Best YouTube Channel, ARN Innovation Award for Technical Excellence and the ARN Women in ICT Award – Technical category. She is a four-time Microsoft Business Applications MVP and a Microsoft Certified Trainer.

Lisa Crosbie is known for her expertise in Microsoft Copilot, Power Platform, and Dynamics 365 and her ability to explain technology in a way that makes it easy for non technical users to understand. Adept at interpreting Microsoft's product roadmap,... Show more

Matthias Haeussler is Chief Technologist at Novatec Consulting, university lecturer for distributed systems, awarded ambassador of Cloud Foundry and the organizer of the Stuttgart Cloud Foundry Meetup. He advises clients on Cloud strategies and supports implementations and migrations. Prior to that he was employed at IBM R&D Germany for more than 15 years. He has teaching experience from lectures at multiple universities in Stuttgart (DHBW, HSE, HfT). Besides that he is frequent speaker at various national and international conferences and meetups. (e.g. Spring One Platform, Open Source Summit, Cloud Foundry Summit, Spring IO, IBM InterConnect, WJAX).

Matthias Haeussler is Chief Technologist at Novatec Consulting, university lecturer for distributed systems, awarded ambassador of Cloud Foundry and the organizer of the Stuttgart Cloud Foundry Meetup. He advises clients on Cloud strategies and suppo... Show more

Ken Kousen is the author of the Pragmatic Programmers books "Mockito Made Clear" and "Help Your Boss Help You", the O'Reilly books "Kotlin Cookbook", "Modern Java Recipes", and "Gradle Recipes for Android", and the Manning book "Making Java Groovy". He is a regular speaker on the No Fluff, Just Stuff conference tour, and has spoken at conferences all over the world. He is a Java Champion, a JavaOne Rock Star, and a Devnexus Rock Star. Currently he a Professor of the Practice of Computer Science and Associate Director for STEM Initiatives at the Entrepreneurship Center at Trinity College in Hartford, CT.

In addition to various industry certifications, he has BS degrees in both Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering from M.I.T., an MA and Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from Princeton, and an MS in Computer Science from R.P.I.

Ken Kousen is the author of the Pragmatic Programmers books "Mockito Made Clear" and "Help Your Boss Help You", the O'Reilly books "Kotlin Cookbook", "Modern Java Recipes", and "Gradle Recipes for Android", and the Manning book "Making Java Groovy". ... Show more

Hubert Dulay is an O'Reilly author of “Streaming Data Mesh” and "Streaming Databases". He is currently writing "Building Real-Time AI Applications." He is a veteran engineer with over 20 years of experience in big and fast data. Hubert has compiled his experiences with data from his time while consulting for many financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and telecommunications companies, providing simple solutions that solved many data problems.

Hubert Dulay is an O'Reilly author of “Streaming Data Mesh” and "Streaming Databases". He is currently writing "Building Real-Time AI Applications." He is a veteran engineer with over 20 years of experience in big and fast data. Hubert has compiled h... Show more

I’m Zoe Steinkamp, a Developer Advocate at ClickHouse, with a strong foundation in front-end software engineering. My mission is to empower developers by enhancing their experience with ClickHouse’s high-performance database and real-time analytics capabilities. I also have a growing interest in data science. In my spare time, I love to travel and tend to my garden. Let’s connect on LinkedIn—I’m eager to exchange insights and knowledge at both virtual and in-person events!

I’m Zoe Steinkamp, a Developer Advocate at ClickHouse, with a strong foundation in front-end software engineering. My mission is to empower developers by enhancing their experience with ClickHouse’s high-performance database and real-time analytics c... Show more

Thomas Marcussen is a Technology Architect, Microsoft MVP & Microsoft Certified Trainer, specializing in infrastructure, systems management, Microsoft Intune/Autopilot/M365, System Center Configuration Manager, and Windows 365.

Thomas Marcussen is a Technology Architect, Microsoft MVP & Microsoft Certified Trainer, specializing in infrastructure, systems management, Microsoft Intune/Autopilot/M365, System Center Configuration Manager, and Windows 365. Show more

Karl Heinz Marbaise works as a freelance DevOps in the Java environment. This includes developments in Java (Spring Boot, JUnit Jupiter, Testcontainers etc.) and the development of tools for process support in Go. In the area of build and configuration management (Maven, Jenkins, Nexus, Git) he has been conducting trainings for years. In his spare time he works on various open source projects including the Apache Maven project. Acting as Apache Project Chairman. He gives talks on various topics at different events.

Karl Heinz Marbaise works as a freelance DevOps in the Java environment. This includes developments in Java (Spring Boot, JUnit Jupiter, Testcontainers etc.) and the development of tools for process support in Go. In the area of build and configurati... Show more

Hi! I’m a frontend developer with a long-standing love affair with JavaScript, CSS, and the magic they bring to the web.
My journey started back in the jQuery era, when Chrome was just a baby—and I’ve been hooked ever since! I thrive on building snappy, interactive experiences and exploring the endless possibilities of the modern web.

Hi! I’m a frontend developer with a long-standing love affair with JavaScript, CSS, and the magic they bring to the web. My journey started back in the jQuery era, when Chrome was just a baby—and I’ve been hooked ever since! I thrive on building sna... Show more

A Cloud consultant, Azure enthusiastic, M365 wanderer, M365 Migration Specialist, Power Platform Explorer! Keval has been working for many years in IT industry managing different enterprise applications ranging from mid to large scale clients. He is a MCT, speaker and loves to share his knowledge on various Microsoft technologies. He is also a technical community member and organizer.

A Cloud consultant, Azure enthusiastic, M365 wanderer, M365 Migration Specialist, Power Platform Explorer! Keval has been working for many years in IT industry managing different enterprise applications ranging from mid to large scale clients. He is ... Show more

Ana Margarita Medina is a Sr. Staff Developer Advocate, she speaks on all things SRE, DevOps, and Reliability. She is a self-taught engineer with over 14 years of experience, focusing on cloud infrastructure and reliability. She has been part of the Kubernetes Release Team since v1.25, serves on the Kubernetes Code of Conduct Committee, and is on the GC for CNCF's Keptn project, When time permits, she leads efforts to dispel the stigma surrounding mental health and bring more Black and Latinx folks into tech.

Ana Margarita Medina is a Sr. Staff Developer Advocate, she speaks on all things SRE, DevOps, and Reliability. She is a self-taught engineer with over 14 years of experience, focusing on cloud infrastructure and reliability. She has been part of the ... Show more

Brian is a Microsoft Azure MVP and is an experienced speaker, author, trainer, and .NET developer with MCSA: Web App Certification, MCSD: App Builder, and eleven Azure certifications including Azure Developer, Administrator, DevOps, Architect, Data Administrator, Security, IoT, CosmosDB, and a number of Fundamentals certifications, and has been an MCT since April of 2019. Brian has a masters of science degree in computer information systems, and a bachelor of science degree in computer science. Additionally, Brian has around fifteen years of experience instructing college courses online in computer science, SQL databases, C#/VB.NET/and Java object-oriented programming, and Microsoft Office. Brian has created many online technical training courses that can be found online on various platforms. Brian has also published multiple books with APress, including "Practical Entity Framework" and the second edition "Practical Entity Framework Core 6".  Brian's latest book, Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure Certification Companion: Hands-on Preparation and Practice for Exam AZ-204 was released in May of 2023.

Brian is a Microsoft Azure MVP and is an experienced speaker, author, trainer, and .NET developer with MCSA: Web App Certification, MCSD: App Builder, and eleven Azure certifications including Azure Developer, Administrator, DevOps, Architect, Data A... Show more

With over 20 years in the industry, he is a seasoned BI Architect and Consultant. Running his own consulting company, PeryTUS IT Solutions, he provides Power BI solutions to clients ranging from small to large enterprises. He has a diverse background across industries and has delivered customized solutions to meet his clients' BI needs. Holding the title of Microsoft Data Platform MVP, he has been working with Power BI since its launch in 2015.

His expertise encompasses end-to-end Power BI implementation, analysis of existing solutions, promoting best practices for scalable BI models, and training to help clients reach their BI objectives.

With over 20 years in the industry, he is a seasoned BI Architect and Consultant. Running his own consulting company, PeryTUS IT Solutions, he provides Power BI solutions to clients ranging from small to large enterprises. He has a diverse background... Show more

A distinguished Software Engineer with a rich 15-year trajectory in the computer software landscape, I specialize in architecting robust Cloud Native and Web applications through a strategic blend of technical expertise and innovative problem-solving. My technical arsenal spans Golang, .NET, and React (TypeScript), complemented by comprehensive proficiency in C#, JavaScript, and a versatile range of contemporary development technologies.

With a proven track record of delivering high-performance solutions, I excel in designing scalable applications across multiple cloud environments, including AWS, Google Cloud Platform, and DigitalOcean. My approach transcends conventional coding—I view each project as an opportunity to push technological boundaries and deliver transformative digital solutions.

A distinguished Software Engineer with a rich 15-year trajectory in the computer software landscape, I specialize in architecting robust Cloud Native and Web applications through a strategic blend of technical expertise and innovative problem-solving... Show more

A long standing member of the community with 20 years of Dynamics (and latterly Power Platform) Technology & Consulting experience. Having led and built out several leading GSI and growing practices I have been fortunate to work with many amazing people and projects and have picked up a thing or two along the way. I love to share this knowledge and experience through my community activities with The UK Dynamics 365 & Power Platform User Groups, of which I am the Sponsorship Lead, and with the Power Platform School for which I am a mentor and coach.

A long standing member of the community with 20 years of Dynamics (and latterly Power Platform) Technology & Consulting experience. Having led and built out several leading GSI and growing practices I have been fortunate to work with many amazing peo... Show more

Pragati is a Data Platform MVP (Microsoft Most Valuable Professional).
Currently, she is working as a Manager at Avanade in UK and works towards generating and delivering data insights to various customers. She holds a Master’s degree in Data Science and Analytics from Royal Holloway University of London.
She is skilled in various tools and technologies like Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, Microsoft Excel, Azure ML Studio, Azure Databricks Pyspark and SQL.
She has been using Power BI for few years now and is recognized as a Superuser on the Microsoft Fabric Community.
Outside work she enjoys photography, loves hiking, she is a trained Indian classical singer and has a passion for painting. She even has her Instagram page dedicated to painting.

Microsoft MVP: https://mvp.microsoft.com/en-us/PublicProfile/5004163?fullName=Pragati%20Jain

Pragati is a Data Platform MVP (Microsoft Most Valuable Professional). Currently, she is working as a Manager at Avanade in UK and works towards generating and delivering data insights to various customers. She holds a Master’s degree in Data Scienc... Show more

I am an AI, XR expert and Microsoft MVP. I spoke at TED Conferences, Microsoft Build / Ignite, WeAreDevelopers World Congress, and currently working at ignore gravity, focusing on innovation and solving organizational challenges with advanced technology. My projects, which make complex tech accessible and engaging, span sectors like Cultural Heritage, Healthcare, and Creative Coding. As a multiplier for immersive technologies and AI, I am committed to fostering collaborative growth and learning worldwide

I am an AI, XR expert and Microsoft MVP. I spoke at TED Conferences, Microsoft Build / Ignite, WeAreDevelopers World Congress, and currently working at ignore gravity, focusing on innovation and solving organizational challenges with advanced technol... Show more

IT Pro, Geek, and Technology Enthusiast. Living the cloud dream.

IT Pro, Geek, and Technology Enthusiast. Living the cloud dream. Show more

For over 15 years, I have been working in the field of Enduser Computing, with a focus on Citrix products. My professional journey in IT began over 20 years ago as a career changer at the service desk of a large transportation company in Switzerland. At the beginning of my career, I attended a technical school in Bern and continued my professional development through various further education programs and certifications. In 2022, I completed my Master of Advanced Studies in Digital Transformation at the Bern University of Applied Sciences.

Though I am a systems engineer and not a programmer by trade, I take great pleasure in developing my own tools in the form of scripts.

It is important to emphasize: All ideas, views, and opinions expressed in my presentations, blog articles, or social media posts are my own and do not represent the views of my current or former employer.

For over 15 years, I have been working in the field of Enduser Computing, with a focus on Citrix products. My professional journey in IT began over 20 years ago as a career changer at the service desk of a large transportation company in Switzerland.... Show more

Hennie Francis is a highly experienced Principal Engineer and Solutions Architect. He also has his own technology startup, dotcore Solutions and Founder of AWS Community South Africa. With over 20 years of extensive commercial experience, his journey reflects a remarkable fusion of innovation and expertise.

His core belief is that when you have a genuine passion for technology and a profound love for your daily work, it never truly feels like ''work''.

What truly ignites his enthusiasm is the opportunity to acquire new knowledge, tackle seemingly insurmountable challenges, or simply immerse himself in technology throughout the day. He relishes attending technology events and socializing with fellow tech enthusiasts. He proudly embraces the FOMO mindset and freely admits to being a dedicated collector of tech-related swag. After all, who can resist the allure of free swag?

Hennie's impressive credentials include 2 AWS Certifications, AWS Community Builder, AWS User Group Leader and an astounding 19 Microsoft Certifications. He holds the prestigious titles of Microsoft Certified Trainer and Microsoft Technology Specialist.

Residing in the vibrant city of Cape Town, South Africa, Hennie Francis is a driving force in the world of technology.

Hennie Francis is a highly experienced Principal Engineer and Solutions Architect. He also has his own technology startup, dotcore Solutions and Founder of AWS Community South Africa. With over 20 years of extensive commercial experience, his journey... Show more

Manu is an experienced AWS DevOps consultant with close to 20 years in the industry wearing Test/DevOps/Software engineering and management hats. He is a certified HashiCorp engineer who aims to empower the teams he works with to become self-sufficient in cloud infrastructure modeling and provisioning. He believes that by enhancing the developer experience and lowering the barrier of entry to various technologies through advancements in automation and AI, the software development and delivery process can become seamless and routine.

Manu is an experienced AWS DevOps consultant with close to 20 years in the industry wearing Test/DevOps/Software engineering and management hats. He is a certified HashiCorp engineer who aims to empower the teams he works with to become self-sufficie... 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

My name is Kevin, and I’m deeply passionate about technology. With over 7 years of experience as an iOS and Android developer, I’ve had the privilege of developing and publishing several apps on both the App Store and Play Store—some under my name and others where I’ve contributed my expertise. I’m an entrepreneur at heart, constantly seeking new challenges in my professional journey. Every day, I dedicate myself to personal and professional growth, striving to become a better leader and to inspire those around me. Podcast host of DevLokos and community lead for GDG Tsáchilas in Santo Domingo, Ecuador.

My name is Kevin, and I’m deeply passionate about technology. With over 7 years of experience as an iOS and Android developer, I’ve had the privilege of developing and publishing several apps on both the App Store and Play Store—some under my name an... Show more

Chintan Patel is a highly skilled ICT professional specializing in Microsoft 365 productivity apps and services for end users and power users. With over a decade of experience, he offers bespoke training, consulting, and advisory services, catering to both novices and advanced users. He also has experience in a desktop technical support role and regularly provides support to individuals across multiple industries and communities.

As a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) Regional Lead, Chintan has been developing and supporting MCTs across South Africa and 15 Southern African countries since 2020. He is a sought-after speaker at events focusing on workplace productivity and skills development. Chintan also moderates the MCT Network Facebook and LinkedIn groups, actively engaging in the global MCT community.

Chintan’s mission is to empower businesses and individuals to reach their full potential. He provides comprehensive training and consulting, unlocking success for his clients.

Chintan Patel is a highly skilled ICT professional specializing in Microsoft 365 productivity apps and services for end users and power users. With over a decade of experience, he offers bespoke training, consulting, and advisory services, catering t... 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

Code > Create > Coach > Repeat.

I’m Ron Dagdag — a tinkerer at heart, engineering leader by trade, and lifelong learner by choice. As an R&D Engineering Manager at 7-Eleven and Microsoft MVP, I work at the intersection of AI, IoT, and Mixed Reality, helping teams turn emerging tech into practical solutions.

Code solutions that solve real problems.
Create space for experimentation and creativity.
Coach teams to own, learn, and grow.
Repeat to stay curious and ahead of what’s next.

Whether I’m building intelligent agents, coaching developers, or speaking on stage, my goal stays the same: make technology approachable, useful, and fun.

Let’s build what’s next — and share what we learn along the way.

Code > Create > Coach > Repeat. I’m Ron Dagdag — a tinkerer at heart, engineering leader by trade, and lifelong learner by choice. As an R&D Engineering Manager at 7-Eleven and Microsoft MVP, I work at the intersection of AI, IoT, and Mixed Realit... Show more

Steven took up several roles over the past 20 years, from junior developer to team lead and architect. Currently working as a coach at AllPhi where he now develops other developers in technical and not so technical areas.

Main technical interests are architecture, distributed systems and api design.

When it comes to non-technical subjects he likes to coach, share knowledge, inspire others to share knowledge and in general help others grow.

In his free time he likes to sport, play chess and boardgames and tame his 2 kids.

Steven took up several roles over the past 20 years, from junior developer to team lead and architect. Currently working as a coach at AllPhi where he now develops other developers in technical and not so technical areas. Main technical interests ... Show more