I am a passionate software developer originally from Portugal and currently based in Ireland. I specialize in building robust applications using .NET and am a dedicated advocate for open standards in feature management. As a maintainer for OpenFeature, I contribute to the project's .NET library, help shape its telemetry conventions and support efforts to standardize feature flagging across the industry.
I am committed to creating tools that simplify and enhance users’ daily lives, and I actively share my expertise through technical writing and community engagement.

I am a passionate software developer originally from Portugal and currently based in Ireland. I specialize in building robust applications using .NET and am a dedicated advocate for open standards in feature management. As a maintainer for OpenFeatur... Show more

I’m a Data Security & Microsoft 365 Consultant and Microsoft MVP at Rubicon, a leading Dutch consultancy firm. I’ve spent the last decade helping organizations tackle complex challenges around 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 and adoption at the forefront.

I’m a Data Security & Microsoft 365 Consultant and Microsoft MVP at Rubicon, a leading Dutch consultancy firm. I’ve spent the last decade helping organizations tackle complex challenges around Governance, Adoption and Data Security with Microsoft Pur... Show more

Ed Pollack is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with a passion for learning how Data Platforms work and sharing that knowledge with the community. His experiences in data architecture, database design, performance optimization, and data security are motivation for public speaking, writing, coding, and other community activities.

Ed has spoken at SQL Saturday events, SQL Bits, PASS Summit, EightKB, and many other regional and international events. Ed is the organizer of the Capital Area SQL Server Group and SQL Saturday Albany, as well as a co-organizer of SQL Saturday New York City, and Future Data Driven. He has published a number of books, including "Dynamic SQL: Applications, Performance, and Security in Microsoft SQL Server", "Expert Performance Indexing in Azure SQL and SQL Server 2022", and "Analytics Optimization with Columnstore Indexes in Microsoft SQL Server: Optimizing OLAP Workloads". Ed is also an active contributor of content to SimpleTalk.

In his free time, Ed enjoys video games, traveling, cooking exceptionally spicy foods, and hanging out with his amazing wife and sons.

Ed Pollack is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with a passion for learning how Data Platforms work and sharing that knowledge with the community. His experiences in data architecture, database design, performance optimization, and data security are mot... Show more

Karol Skrzymowski is a seasoned Enterprise and Integration Architect with over a decade of dedicated experience in the field. Having started his career as a junior developer, he quickly developed a profound passion for Enterprise Application Integration (EAI).

His expertise primarily lies in API-Led Architecture, though he is equally passionate about Event-Driven Architecture (EDA). He has extensive experience with a range of integration platforms, including Tibco BusinessWorks, Boomi, WebMethods, Mulesoft, Azure Integration Services, and WSO2.

Driven by his enthusiasm for application integration, Karol actively contributes to the community by creating whitepapers and training materials to help others understand complex integration concepts. He is committed to sharing his knowledge and empowering others to navigate the intricacies of this exciting domain.

Karol Skrzymowski is a seasoned Enterprise and Integration Architect with over a decade of dedicated experience in the field. Having started his career as a junior developer, he quickly developed a profound passion for Enterprise Application Integrat... Show more

Tech enthusiast, passionate about technology in all its flavors.
Today: Maker specialized in Generative AI (Audiovisual + Agents + Automation + Technical + Speaker + Educator)
Yesterday: Software architect for large-scale enterprise applications.
The day before: Creator of 2D and 3D games and images, virtual reality (VR), and even visual effects (VFX).

Tech enthusiast, passionate about technology in all its flavors. Today: Maker specialized in Generative AI (Audiovisual + Agents + Automation + Technical + Speaker + Educator) Yesterday: Software architect for large-scale enterprise applications. ... 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

Alexander is an experienced technology leader and frontend expert with nearly 30 years of experience in technology development and leadership. Throughout his career, Alexander has led cross-functional teams in complex projects, combining technical expertise with strategic leadership. His leadership style values continuous learning, innovation, and fostering a culture that supports both professional growth and personal well-being.

Alexander is known for his innovative mindset and ability to challenge the status quo. He strongly believes that long-term value creation in the technology industry requires a combination of strategic thinking, professional competence, and a human-centric approach.

In addition to his technology career, he is a passionate advocate for open source and continuously explores emerging technologies.

When he's not coding or leading projects, Alexander is a bon vivant who loves cooking, whisky, and cigars – and he has a notorious love for coffee.

He is available as a speaker and advisor for those seeking to build sustainable, technology-driven organizations.

Alexander is an experienced technology leader and frontend expert with nearly 30 years of experience in technology development and leadership. Throughout his career, Alexander has led cross-functional teams in complex projects, combining technical ex... Show more

I am passionate about the data world with a background in data engineering and analytics. Throughout my career, I have worked with Microsoft products where, currently, I am focused on Microsoft Fabric.

I am passionate about the data world with a background in data engineering and analytics. Throughout my career, I have worked with Microsoft products where, currently, I am focused on Microsoft Fabric. Show more

Software Engineer, Cyber Security Champion at Maersk. Passionate about frontend development, secure coding practices, testing, Devops, data analytics and automation. I am also certified in Cybersecurity by ISC2 and CompTIA Security +. Occasionally writes blogs at https://dev.to/ms_74 and speaks at conferences. My goal is to make secure and quality solutions that benefits businesses and makes peoples lives easier.

Software Engineer, Cyber Security Champion at Maersk. Passionate about frontend development, secure coding practices, testing, Devops, data analytics and automation. I am also certified in Cybersecurity by ISC2 and CompTIA Security +. Occasionally wr... Show more

Got it all on linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hila-fox-915659b9/

Got it all on linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hila-fox-915659b9/ Show more

Azure consultant, AI 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 an ex-MCT, speaker and loves to share his knowledge on various Microsoft technologies. He is also a technical community member and organizer.

Azure consultant, AI 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 an ex... Show more

Dr. Cristian Schuszter holds a PhD in Systems Engineering with a focus on distributed fault-tolerant software architectures and machine-learning based failure prediction. In his day-to-day, he is somewhere between a Data and Full-stack Software Engineer, with a wide range of tech & job exposure both in academia and industry.

For the past 7 years he's been working with various teams in CERN (the European Organization for Nuclear Research). Currently he's focusing on the architectural directions of the CERN business computing group, with an emphasis on enterprise Java systems and UI.

Dr. Cristian Schuszter holds a PhD in Systems Engineering with a focus on distributed fault-tolerant software architectures and machine-learning based failure prediction. In his day-to-day, he is somewhere between a Data and Full-stack Software Engin... 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

Andy is a seasoned data engineer with over a decade of experience in the Microsoft ecosystem, specializing in Microsoft Fabric. With a solid background in software development for retail back-end systems, he brings a unique perspective to building scalable, data-driven solutions. Holding an M.S. in Mathematics, Andy combines analytical rigor with practical engineering to deliver reliable, actionable insights.
After transitioning to data engineering, Andy has become a passionate advocate for evidence-based programming and empowering organizations through trustworthy data. He actively contributes to the tech community by organizing and speaking at user groups focused on Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server, and analytics.
When he’s not working with data, Andy enjoys grilling and smoking, often spending weekends refurbishing old grills and bringing them back to life for another round of great cooking.

Andy is a seasoned data engineer with over a decade of experience in the Microsoft ecosystem, specializing in Microsoft Fabric. With a solid background in software development for retail back-end systems, he brings a unique perspective to building sc... Show more

An entertainer by nature and tech muse by trade, Daryl is a Seattle-based developer advocate with Google Open Source. A tech professional since 2005, his career has included roles at Amazon (Kindle for Android, Game Studios) and various teams at Google. Drawing on his experience in improv and four years as a professional wrestler, he brings a unique and creative approach to his work. Be sure to ask him about his time in the squared circle!

An entertainer by nature and tech muse by trade, Daryl is a Seattle-based developer advocate with Google Open Source. A tech professional since 2005, his career has included roles at Amazon (Kindle for Android, Game Studios) and various teams at Goog... Show more

Adam Saxton is just a guy in a cube doing the work! He is on the Azure Data CAT team at Microsoft leading Content Strategy for Microsoft Fabric and Power BI. He is based in Texas and started with Microsoft supporting SQL Server connectivity and Reporting Services in 2005. Adam has worked with Power BI since the beginning, On the support side and with documentation. In addition, he produces weekly videos for his Guy in a Cube YouTube channel.

Adam Saxton is just a guy in a cube doing the work! He is on the Azure Data CAT team at Microsoft leading Content Strategy for Microsoft Fabric and Power BI. He is based in Texas and started with Microsoft supporting SQL Server connectivity and Repor... 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

Chris is a software engineer in Atlanta with a passion for sharing knowledge with others. He has experience in various languages, including TypeScript, Go, C#, and PHP, and enjoys writing simple, readable, and accessible code. He is a proponent of mob programming, test-driven development, regular refactoring, and safely managing technical debt. He is involved with the Software Crafters Atlanta meetup and he works as a Senior Software Engineer at Flashlight Learning.

Chris is a software engineer in Atlanta with a passion for sharing knowledge with others. He has experience in various languages, including TypeScript, Go, C#, and PHP, and enjoys writing simple, readable, and accessible code. He is a proponent of mo... 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

Alfonso (Poncho) is a Developer Advocate in Cisco Systems Portugal. He is passionate about adding value to the IT community with the power of coding. Data Networks, DevOps, Open Source and everything in between are some of his true passions. Apart from that, Alfonso often engages in technical speaking events, university masterclasses and delivery of coding trainings.

Alfonso (Poncho) is a Developer Advocate in Cisco Systems Portugal. He is passionate about adding value to the IT community with the power of coding. Data Networks, DevOps, Open Source and everything in between are some of his true passions. Apart fr... Show more

Steven is a trainer/consultant, with skills spanning business and technical domains, with more than 20 years of experience. He provides training and consultancy focused on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Power BI.

Steven is a Partner at Plataan | Companial, based in Belgium. Plataan is a leading off and online learning company. Plataan helps organizations and individuals excel through learning and training programs.

On Januari 1st, 2016, Steven received the Microsoft® MVP Award. This award is given to exceptional technical community leaders who actively share their high quality, real world expertise with others.

Steven is the author of the books:
- Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009: Professional Reporting
- Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2015: Professional Reporting

Specialties:
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Business Intelligence & Reporting

Steven is a trainer/consultant, with skills spanning business and technical domains, with more than 20 years of experience. He provides training and consultancy focused on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Power BI. Steven is a Partner a... 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

Fabian Gosebrink is Microsoft MVP, Google Developer Expert, Pluralsight author, Angular & ASP.NET Core web developer and international speaker. As a software engineer, consultant and trainer, he supports customers building web applications with more than 10 years of experience. Fabian is very active in the community such as leading the swiss angular community „SwissAngular“, the .NET user group in Zurich, leading the largest german speaking C#-Community (mycsharp.de), being an egghead and Pluralsight trainer as well as running his own company Offering Solutions Software with a course and learning platform https://developer-academy.ch and is speaking at local user groups and international conferences.

Fabian Gosebrink is Microsoft MVP, Google Developer Expert, Pluralsight author, Angular & ASP.NET Core web developer and international speaker. As a software engineer, consultant and trainer, he supports customers building web applications with more ... Show more

Marijn Somers is a distinguished Microsoft 365 consultant with a rich experience spanning over 19 years, dedicated to enhancing organizational efficiency and effectiveness through the strategic implementation and optimization of Microsoft 365 tools and workflows. As a revered Productivity Coach at Mijn 365 Coach, Marijn offers bespoke video training and coaching tailored to the unique needs of self-employed individuals and small businesses, empowering them to harness the capabilities of Microsoft 365 fully.

As a Microsoft MVP for Office Apps and Services for over 5 years, Marijn's accolade is a testament to his profound passion and expertise in the Microsoft 365 realm. A sought-after speaker at international forums, Marijn imparts valuable insights and best practices on governance, training, coaching, and user adoption.

As the co-host of the "Office 365 Distilled" podcast, Marijn engages a global audience with the latest Microsoft 365 trends and tips.
Marijn's unwavering commitment lies in steering organizations toward their business aspirations by maximizing their Microsoft 365 potential.

Marijn Somers is a distinguished Microsoft 365 consultant with a rich experience spanning over 19 years, dedicated to enhancing organizational efficiency and effectiveness through the strategic implementation and optimization of Microsoft 365 tools a... Show more

With my coding skills, I specialize in crafting diverse application solutions for Android mobile and TV platforms. My goal is to innovate and overcome any obstacles in our fast-paced, ever-evolving world.
Driven by a passion for problem-solving, I eagerly accept challenges and strive to deliver impactful solutions. Let's connect and collaborate to find innovative solutions together

With my coding skills, I specialize in crafting diverse application solutions for Android mobile and TV platforms. My goal is to innovate and overcome any obstacles in our fast-paced, ever-evolving world. Driven by a passion for problem-solving, I e... Show more

Brian has worked with data and analytics for more than two decades - varying projects on both size and complexity.

Now, by combining deep experience with a human approach to data and analytics, and a deep understanding of platform implementations, Brian build solutions that deliver actual change for people, for business, for everyone

Brian is a Data Platform MVP and Microsoft Recognized Fasttrack Solution Architect.

Brian loves data and is always trying to glue the business and tech together using his knowledge and experience.
He is always open to meet new people and help them to get better tomorrow.

Brian has worked with data and analytics for more than two decades - varying projects on both size and complexity. Now, by combining deep experience with a human approach to data and analytics, and a deep understanding of platform implementations,... Show more

My analytics journey started on the business side—as a Power BI consultant helping teams bridge the gap between raw data and real-world decisions. In 2023, I joined Microsoft as a Cloud Solution Architect focused on Power BI and Microsoft Fabric, where I advise organizations on platform adoption, governance, and the architectural decisions that shape their data strategies.

As a speaker, I cover ground from hands-on technical topics—notebooks for Power BI users, data modeling, performance tuning—to the messier questions around platform architecture, capacity planning, and making implementation decisions that actually fit your organization. Whatever the topic, I like breaking down the "why" behind the "how," and leaving audiences with something they can use on Monday morning.

My analytics journey started on the business side—as a Power BI consultant helping teams bridge the gap between raw data and real-world decisions. In 2023, I joined Microsoft as a Cloud Solution Architect focused on Power BI and Microsoft Fabric, whe... Show more

Devang is a Principal Program Manager specializing in working on terabyte to petabyte-scale big data analytics projects in the EMEA region. He specializes in product innovation, product evangelization, community building, and product adoption strategies. With a strong educational and professional background in technology, software development, cloud adoption, and data analytics, he has spent the last decade advising clients on implementing large-scale and complex software systems, and data analytics solutions. Devang has been involved in producing training content, and tutorials for Microsoft Fabric experiences.

Devang is a Principal Program Manager specializing in working on terabyte to petabyte-scale big data analytics projects in the EMEA region. He specializes in product innovation, product evangelization, community building, and product adoption strateg... Show more

Pavel has been working with Windows management and automation over 15 years. Alongside several Microsoft certifications earned over the years, Pavel was also awarded MVP status in 2024. He is also one of the co-founders of the Workplace Ninja User Group Finland together with other Finnish MVPs. Last few years he became public speaker, mostly in User Groups. Pavel is active on LinkedIn, where he shares all his blog posts. If you're looking to improve your Windows automation with Intune, his blog is well worth exploring.

Pavel has been working with Windows management and automation over 15 years. Alongside several Microsoft certifications earned over the years, Pavel was also awarded MVP status in 2024. He is also one of the co-founders of the Workplace Ninja User Gr... Show more

Technology and solutions are only effective when they are accepted and understood by the end users. With my extensive experience in IT and a focus on these users, I succeed in engaging employees in changes. I connect new technologies and features with the needs of customers, based on long-term relationships with them and their users.

Technology and solutions are only effective when they are accepted and understood by the end users. With my extensive experience in IT and a focus on these users, I succeed in engaging employees in changes. I connect new technologies and features wit... Show more