Interested in everything related to backend and distributed systems, both from an engineering and an academic perspective, I work mainly on Kubernetes and OpenShift environments: Creating, deploying and monitoring applications running on the cloud.

I also do some homelab'ing.

Interested in everything related to backend and distributed systems, both from an engineering and an academic perspective, I work mainly on Kubernetes and OpenShift environments: Creating, deploying and monitoring applications running on the cloud. ... Show more

Kevin Gosse has been using Microsoft .NET technologies for 20 years, across client, server, and mobile applications. He is Microsoft MVP and is currently employed at JetBrains, where he works on improving the performance of ReSharper.

Kevin Gosse has been using Microsoft .NET technologies for 20 years, across client, server, and mobile applications. He is Microsoft MVP and is currently employed at JetBrains, where he works on improving the performance of ReSharper. Show more

Elio Struyf is an independent Engineering Lead working for Struyf Consulting, Blogger, and Speaker on a mission to share his tried-and-true wisdom with as many IT developers as possible.

Elio Struyf is an independent Engineering Lead working for Struyf Consulting, Blogger, and Speaker on a mission to share his tried-and-true wisdom with as many IT developers as possible. 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

Anders fifteen years within cyber security has earned him a reputation for know-how to create tailor-made, Microsoft-based security solutions. He loves adapting that technology to every organization's needs and the current threat assessment. The last twelve years Anders have been awarded Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) – within the Forefront suite, Enterprise Security, Enterprise Mobility + Security and currently the Microsoft Security category.
We have seen him as an appreciated speaker at events such as Techdays, Ignite Tour, TechX, Tech-Show and TechSummit over the past 12 years

Anders fifteen years within cyber security has earned him a reputation for know-how to create tailor-made, Microsoft-based security solutions. He loves adapting that technology to every organization's needs and the current threat assessment. The last... 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

Hi, I’m Paul Stolk, a Senior Software Developer at Sopra Steria with over 15 years of experience working with Microsoft technologies. I’m passionate about embracing the latest advancements in technology, and I have a particular fascination with artificial intelligence. In 2023, I became a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), a milestone that allows me to combine my love for technology with my eagerness to share knowledge.

I’m excited to step onto the stage and connect with others through insights and experiences from my career. I aim to deliver talks that are not only technically rich but also practical, helping others see the potential of technology in new and inspiring ways.

Outside of work, I love organizing Live Action Role Play (LARP) events and weaving intricate stories for immersive experiences. I believe my storytelling skills and technical expertise give me a unique perspective, and I’m looking forward to bringing that energy into every presentation I deliver.

Hi, I’m Paul Stolk, a Senior Software Developer at Sopra Steria with over 15 years of experience working with Microsoft technologies. I’m passionate about embracing the latest advancements in technology, and I have a particular fascination with artif... Show more

Joe is a senior .NET developer who's passionate about open technologies and tech community. He’s an Umbraco Certified Master and MVP who's been working with .NET, Umbraco and Azure in various digital agencies for the past decade.

Talk to him about open web technologies, accessibility, community-building and Umbraco!

Joe is a senior .NET developer who's passionate about open technologies and tech community. He’s an Umbraco Certified Master and MVP who's been working with .NET, Umbraco and Azure in various digital agencies for the past decade. Talk to him about... Show more

Power Platform seasoned (ex) developer with a passion for community and enabling everyone.
I am a seasoned professional developer who has experience with Dynamics 365 as well as other CRMs for over 20 years.
Microsoft MVP for Business Applications since 2020

Power Platform seasoned (ex) developer with a passion for community and enabling everyone. I am a seasoned professional developer who has experience with Dynamics 365 as well as other CRMs for over 20 years. Microsoft MVP for Business Applications ... Show more

Bülent works at Avanade since over a decade and as Senior Expert in Power Platform and Copilot Studio in Germany.

His passion is to share his knowledge and learnings around Power Platform & Dynamics 365. Bülent is a Microsoft MVP since 2025 and an MCT since 2021.

Bülent works at Avanade since over a decade and as Senior Expert in Power Platform and Copilot Studio in Germany. His passion is to share his knowledge and learnings around Power Platform & Dynamics 365. Bülent is a Microsoft MVP since 2025 and a... Show more

Web dev, accessibility & design systems, testing expert • Software craft & Agile | @Yeeso leader | @csscade founder

Web dev, accessibility & design systems, testing expert • Software craft & Agile | @Yeeso leader | @csscade founder Show more

Patrick Schnell is a distinguished computer scientist and acclaimed author specializing in the integration of AI into software development and business-processes. With a solid foundation in computer science and software-projects, Patrick has dedicated his career to exploring the transformative potential of AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) within the software industry. His team established Vectense (www.vectense.com) as an AI-automation-platform for small and mid-sized businesses.

Patrick Schnell is a distinguished computer scientist and acclaimed author specializing in the integration of AI into software development and business-processes. With a solid foundation in computer science and software-projects, Patrick has dedicate... Show more

Annelore is a passionate software developer from Switzerland who values high-quality code, likes working in teams, and sharing her knowledge. She also likes to meet new people, so if you see her around, feel free to say hi!

Annelore is a passionate software developer from Switzerland who values high-quality code, likes working in teams, and sharing her knowledge. She also likes to meet new people, so if you see her around, feel free to say hi! Show more

Jeremy helps developers by sharing his own struggles, mostly in technology, but also with being more social as an introvert, understanding potential for learning, and playing banjo. He has worked as a corporate developer, as a Chief Improvement Officer at a startup, and as a contract developer. Currently, he teaches developers through online courses, workshops, tech articles, and conference talks. He spends most of his time in C# and has recently ventured into Go (golang) and Rust (rust-lang) to explore some of his favorite topics: interfaces, delegates, concurrency, and parallel programming.

Jeremy helps developers by sharing his own struggles, mostly in technology, but also with being more social as an introvert, understanding potential for learning, and playing banjo. He has worked as a corporate developer, as a Chief Improvement Offic... Show more

Sigal Shaharabani is a Technical Leader and a Group Leader in Tikal and a Couchbase ambassador, with a great passion for backend and data systems. She started her technological career way back in 1996, working for the government, a variety of corporations, and small start-ups. Her favorite programming language is Kotlin, and will love any excuse to talk about it. In her spare time she enjoys swimming and Israeli folk dancing.

Sigal Shaharabani is a Technical Leader and a Group Leader in Tikal and a Couchbase ambassador, with a great passion for backend and data systems. She started her technological career way back in 1996, working for the government, a variety of corpora... Show more

Hey guys, my name is Truls and I do security-related stuff mostly detection, automation and security engineering. A little TL;DR on myself:

6 years experience from system- and network-administration, 2 years penetration testing experience and 6 years SOC experience, mainly security and automation engineering. I was one of the main architects behind the first Microsoft MXDR-verified solution in Norway and once upon a time I was rank 2 on HackTheBox in Norway (hackers always disclose location I've heard...)

Some accolades include World first Microsoft Sentinel Black Belt, World top 500 Mythic Sire Denathrius (in a two-day raiding guild, I think top 10 for two-day). On the business side of things I'm a Microsoft MVP SIEM & XDR

I'm a converted cat-person (ask and I'll show you pictures of course) and I own a roadbike that's never been ridden outside before (I'm terrified of riding outside). . Other fun facts include the fact that I only recently learned how to properly brush my teeth (if you know, you know) and my second fav buzzword is Zero Trust (not a product). Also way to fond of Battlefield 6 at the moment!

Hey guys, my name is Truls and I do security-related stuff mostly detection, automation and security engineering. A little TL;DR on myself: 6 years experience from system- and network-administration, 2 years penetration testing experience and 6 ye... Show more

Product-focused Android developer and Droidcon speaker with strong expertise in Jetpack Compose, Kotlin, and on-device AI. I’ve built scalable, high-performance mobile apps with robust modular structures, efficient CI/CD pipelines, and delightful user experiences.

Currently building next-gen travel experiences at Strollby, where I lead Android development across hotel, flight, and activity bookings. My work spans multi-module architecture, Apollo GraphQL, payment integrations, and deep UI performance optimisations.

I’m currently exploring on-device AI, especially MediaPipe LLM inference and the Prompt API.

Beyond work, I built and published my own minimalist Android launcher, Simple Launcher - Minimalist applying Compose, design systems, and automated release workflows to real-world product challenges.

I’m also speaking at Droidcon Abu Dhabi ’25, Devfest Dubai'25 and Devfest Mumbai,25 where I’ll be sharing insights on building AI-enhanced Android experiences with Jetpack Compose and on-device intelligence.
I’ve previously spoken at Droidcon Uganda as well.

Product-focused Android developer and Droidcon speaker with strong expertise in Jetpack Compose, Kotlin, and on-device AI. I’ve built scalable, high-performance mobile apps with robust modular structures, efficient CI/CD pipelines, and delightful use... Show more

Andrew Murphy started his career as a Software Engineer but, after a decade in technology leadership, he decided to focus on teaching the skills that he learnt the hard way. When he moved into leadership there was no support, so he had to make all the mistakes (a lot of them!) and learn from them.

His goal is now to make sure that tech leaders don’t have to do things the hard way by providing them with the mindsets and skillsets that can make them happy, confident and effective leaders.

His company, Tech Leaders Launchpad, currently focuses specifically on the new and emerging leader space, as that's the place we can have the biggest impact on the students, and the industry.

Andrew Murphy started his career as a Software Engineer but, after a decade in technology leadership, he decided to focus on teaching the skills that he learnt the hard way. When he moved into leadership there was no support, so he had to make all th... 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

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

Andreas Läubli is an experienced software developer with 10 years of expertise in the Microsoft stack. He specializes in Microsoft Data Platform with Microsoft Fabric. He shares his knowledge and experience through his blog, offering low-level, easy-to-follow guidance for those interested in learning more about the Microsoft Fabric

Andreas Läubli is an experienced software developer with 10 years of expertise in the Microsoft stack. He specializes in Microsoft Data Platform with Microsoft Fabric. He shares his knowledge and experience through his blog, offering low-level, easy-... Show more

What do I do? I select, I select stars!

Data enthusiast with a mathematics background. Working with SQL Server for over 15 years. Microsoft Data Platform MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer with a couple of certificates sharing knowledge. Blogger at (bronowski.it).

Not long ago Poland Data Community member, now proud UK Data Platform active member and SotonDataCloud.org leader.

When not working or teaching, learns new things or attends various data/technical conferences and meetups.

Italian Calcio fan and traveller, amateur photographer catching anything that moves.

What do I do? I select, I select stars! Data enthusiast with a mathematics background. Working with SQL Server for over 15 years. Microsoft Data Platform MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer with a couple of certificates sharing knowledge. Blogger ... Show more

Claudiu is an experienced Senior Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology and services industry. Skilled in Linux System Administration, AWS, GCP, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes and Infrastructure as Code. Claudiu has successfully designed and managed complex cloud-native infrastructures for diverse organizations.

As a passionate advocate for automation and scalability, Claudiu specializes in leveraging Kubernetes to create resilient, cost-effective, and high-performing systems. Claudiu empowers teams to unlock the full potential of AWS and Kubernetes for modern workloads.

Claudiu is an experienced Senior Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology and services industry. Skilled in Linux System Administration, AWS, GCP, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes and Infrastructure as Code. Claudiu ha... Show more

Andy Malone MVP, MCT

From winning the prestigious Microsoft Speaker Idol to captivating audiences at Microsoft Ignite, Techmentor Live 360, ESPC, Spiceworld, and beyond - Andy has become a global icon in tech education. With a delivery style that’s equal parts passionate, fun, and razor-sharp, Andy brings complex security concepts to life like no one else. Whether you’ve seen him on stage or on his hit YouTube channel (millions of views across 110+ countries!), you know Andy doesn’t just teach - he inspires. His work spans bestselling fiction, contributions to legendary security books like Tribe of Hackers, and cutting-edge tutorials on Microsoft 365. Subscribe to Andy’s YouTube Channel www.Youtube.com/@Andymalonemvp and visit his website at Andymalone.org

Andy Malone MVP, MCT From winning the prestigious Microsoft Speaker Idol to captivating audiences at Microsoft Ignite, Techmentor Live 360, ESPC, Spiceworld, and beyond - Andy has become a global icon in tech education. With a delivery style that’... 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

Cloud enthusiast and technology lover’s. I work with Azure and other cloud, handling the nitty-gritty tech stuff (think of me as a high-flying engineer) and the creative side (designing awesome solutions).
On top of that, I spend my time doing workshops, offering consultancy, and geeking out about the latest and greatest in the world of the cloud. As if that's not enough fun, I'm also a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), which means I get a kick out of helping people level up their tech skills.
I'm always on the lookout for exciting ways to take technology to the next level and help businesses perform better. Connect with me, and let's explore what the cloud can do for you. Let's make some tech magic together!"

Cloud enthusiast and technology lover’s. I work with Azure and other cloud, handling the nitty-gritty tech stuff (think of me as a high-flying engineer) and the creative side (designing awesome solutions). On top of that, I spend my time doing works... Show more

Sandra Ahlgrimm is a Senior Cloud Advocate at Microsoft, specializing in supporting Java Developers. With over a decade of experience as a Java developer, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. Sandra is passionate about containers and has recently learned to love AI.

As a leader in the tech community, Sandra actively contributes to the Berlin Java User Group (JUG) and the Berlin Docker MeetUp. Her expertise extends beyond coding; she focuses on LangChain4j integrations and serves as the primary point of contact for developer feedback related to Java in Visual Studio Code (VS Code) and the Azure toolkit integration in IntelliJ. Additionally, her interest in performance and event-driven architectures led to her involvement with native images. Therefore, Sandra represents Microsoft on the GraalVM Program Advisory Board.

Sandra’s commitment to empowering fellow developers and fostering collaboration makes her an invaluable asset to the software development ecosystem.

Sandra Ahlgrimm is a Senior Cloud Advocate at Microsoft, specializing in supporting Java Developers. With over a decade of experience as a Java developer, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. Sandra is passionate about containers and has rec... Show more

Shine Garg is a former Staff Software Engineer with over 15 years of experience building and scaling technical systems at high-growth companies. In her most recent Staff+ role, she led the design and delivery of critical architectural systems that shaped engineering practices for 400+ engineers.

Today, she’s the founder of Uncharted Path Breakthroughs, where she partners with software engineers to navigate inflection points in their careers—from plateaus to promotions to purpose-driven pivots. Her frameworks—like the Five Essential Foundations for Career Advancement™ and the Staff Engineer Excellence Ecosystem—help engineers lead with clarity, influence, and long-term impact.

Shine’s work is shaped by firsthand experience of succeeding in high-stakes roles without a playbook or consistent mentorship—fueling her mission to provide the guidance she once needed. She works with technologists across industries to bring strategy, structure, and self-awareness to the most complex role of all: growing as a senior IC.

Shine Garg is a former Staff Software Engineer with over 15 years of experience building and scaling technical systems at high-growth companies. In her most recent Staff+ role, she led the design and delivery of critical architectural systems that sh... Show more

Developer with kids. Geek entrepreneur. C# magician. Azure friendly. Works at dizzy.hr, founded Sessionize.com. Always looking for new dev challenges!

Developer with kids. Geek entrepreneur. C# magician. Azure friendly. Works at dizzy.hr, founded Sessionize.com. Always looking for new dev challenges! Show more

Rachel currently works for JetBrains as a Developer Advocate. She has been in the business of creating software for over 25 years, as an author, mentor, and speaker at top industry conferences such as Techorama, //build, Øredev, NDC and SDD. During her career, she has worked on projects of all sizes from the smallest of apps, to the largest enterprise systems at some of the world’s leading companies.

Rachel’s expertise is in web development on the Microsoft stack, specifically Azure Functions, ASP.NET MVC, Web Forms, SignalR, C#, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript. Her hobbies include science, AI, reading, languages, and travel.

Rachel currently works for JetBrains as a Developer Advocate. She has been in the business of creating software for over 25 years, as an author, mentor, and speaker at top industry conferences such as Techorama, //build, Øredev, NDC and SDD. During h... Show more