Tom van den Berg is a lead developer at Info Support.
As a developer he is part of a team that realizes new and innovative solutions.
Tom likes to think outside of the box and he gets a lot of energy from sharing knowledge and encourage other people to think outside of the box.

Tom van den Berg is a lead developer at Info Support. As a developer he is part of a team that realizes new and innovative solutions. Tom likes to think outside of the box and he gets a lot of energy from sharing knowledge and encourage other peopl... 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

As a Chief Technology Officer at Warpnet, Roald uses his acquired skills daily within a variety of context related to cybersecurity. He understands both IT security and IT compliance. Bridging between teams, organizations and people is one of his key skills. He has made several contributions to open source. Roald enjoys tinkering with electronics, hardware hacking and software development.

As a Chief Technology Officer at Warpnet, Roald uses his acquired skills daily within a variety of context related to cybersecurity. He understands both IT security and IT compliance. Bridging between teams, organizations and people is one of his key... Show more

Peter Butzhammer has been working as a software developer for 20 years. He specializes in software development and architecture in the industrial environment. He writes code for data acquisition and analysis, process control and communication in distributed systems. He is one of the founders of B3 GmbH and thrives on projects that demand meticulous attention to technical detail and uncompromising quality.

Peter is organizer of the Dotnet User Group in Regensburg.

Peter Butzhammer has been working as a software developer for 20 years. He specializes in software development and architecture in the industrial environment. He writes code for data acquisition and analysis, process control and communication in dist... Show more

I graduated with a degree in Computer Engineering at the University of L'Aquila. I have a strong passion for research, specifically Machine Learning and Evolutionary Computation.
I work as a Machine Learning Engineer in the IT field, focusing on security and defense. My enthusiasm for learning and academia have led me to the exciting world of Dev Talks.
I aim to inspire and engage others with the same fervor that drives my own work. I am dedicated to sharing insights and fostering discussions that push the boundaries of technology and innovation.

See my personal blog here: https://www.lucadivita.it/

I graduated with a degree in Computer Engineering at the University of L'Aquila. I have a strong passion for research, specifically Machine Learning and Evolutionary Computation. I work as a Machine Learning Engineer in the IT field, focusing on sec... Show more

Louis Moreaux began his Oracle journey with the database in 2013, before discovering Oracle APEX in 2017. Today, he is a senior Oracle APEX developer and Tech Lead at Talan (formerly Insum Solutions), specializing in the creation of custom low-code applications.

An Oracle ACE Pro, Louis actively contributes to the Oracle APEX community through open-source projects such as Flows for APEX and the development of Oracle APEX plug-ins. He frequently shares his expertise on his blog and through conferences and webinars.

Louis Moreaux began his Oracle journey with the database in 2013, before discovering Oracle APEX in 2017. Today, he is a senior Oracle APEX developer and Tech Lead at Talan (formerly Insum Solutions), specializing in the creation of custom low-code a... Show more

Grant Fritchey is a Data Platform MVP and AWS Community Builder with over 30 years’ experience in IT, including time spent in support and development. Grant works with multiple data platforms including SQL Server and PostgreSQL as well as multiple cloud platforms. He has also developed in VB, VB.NET, C#, and Java. Grant writes books for Apress and Simple-Talk. Grant presents at conferences and user groups, large and small, all over the world. He joined Redgate Software as a product advocate in January 2011.

Grant Fritchey is a Data Platform MVP and AWS Community Builder with over 30 years’ experience in IT, including time spent in support and development. Grant works with multiple data platforms including SQL Server and PostgreSQL as well as multiple cl... 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

Eric is Microsoft MVP for Microsoft Azure and for Cloud and Datacenter Management. He is the owner of Mountain IT. His main areas are: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Governance, Automation, Hybrid Infrastructure, Windows Server and Management Solutions.

Eric is an active member of the Microsoft community. He is blogging on his website www.ericberg.de on a regular basis. He produces the GeekSprech Podcast and the GeekSchau Webcast. He runs the Azure Thüringen Meetup in Germany, with more than 400 members and monthly meetups. He is a well known and high rated speaker at conferences like Microsoft Ignite, MVP Summit, Microsoft Ignite The Tour, ExpertsLive, Azure Saturday, Cloud and Datacenter Conference, and many more.

Eric is also a trainer on LinkedIn Learning, providing video trainings around Microsoft Azure.

His motto:
"The community lives from the community and only those who participate keep it alive.!"

Eric is Microsoft MVP for Microsoft Azure and for Cloud and Datacenter Management. He is the owner of Mountain IT. His main areas are: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Governance, Automation, Hybrid Infrastructure, Windows Server and Management Solutions. E... Show more

Hubert is a Kubernetes Trainer at Kubermatic, helping organizations succeed in their cloud native journey.

Prior to this, Hubert was a Software Engineer focusing on backend topics in various programming languages around the JVM. Then, the DevOps movement raised serious doubts about his work. After isolating in the Austrian Alps, fighting against wolves and dragons, he put his focus on Ops matters.

Hubert organizes the “Infrastructure as a Meetup” meetup in Austria and is a Linux Foundation trainer for CKAD. Hubert was also involved in the creation of the exam questions for the CKA and holds valid CKAD/CKA/CKS certs.

Hubert is a Kubernetes Trainer at Kubermatic, helping organizations succeed in their cloud native journey. Prior to this, Hubert was a Software Engineer focusing on backend topics in various programming languages around the JVM. Then, the DevOps m... Show more

Stefan Oehrli, Oracle ACE Pro and Accenture's Tech Architecture Manager, has 20+ years in Oracle database systems, specializing in security, including Oracle Advanced Security and Oracle Unified Directory. A key figure in database security implementation, he's a frequent speaker at industry events. With Trivadis now under Accenture Technology, his expertise in Oracle database security is even more pivotal. Stefan co-authored "Der Oracle DBA" (2016) and resides in Muri, Switzerland.

Stefan Oehrli, Oracle ACE Pro and Accenture's Tech Architecture Manager, has 20+ years in Oracle database systems, specializing in security, including Oracle Advanced Security and Oracle Unified Directory. A key figure in database security implementa... Show more

Jakob Ehn works as a Cloud architecture and DevOps specialist at Active Solution. For more than 20 years, has has been building software solutions, educating developers and teams on Microsoft technologies through training, books, and conference talks.

Jakob is a Microsoft Azure MVP (former ALM/DevOps MVP). He is a regular speaker at various conferences and user groups around the world, such as NDC, Techorama, DevSum, CloudBrew, UpdateConf and SweTugg.

Jakob Ehn works as a Cloud architecture and DevOps specialist at Active Solution. For more than 20 years, has has been building software solutions, educating developers and teams on Microsoft technologies through training, books, and conference talks... Show more

Marcin Moskała is a Kotlin Google Developer Expert and official JetBrains training partner. A hands-on developer at heart, he turns complex language features into clear mental models that teams can apply on their very next pull request. Marcin is the author of Kotlin Essentials, Functional Kotlin, Kotlin Coroutines: Deep Dive, Effective Kotlin: Best Practices, Advanced Kotlin, and, in Polish, JavaScript od podstaw and Python od podstaw, as well as Android Development with Kotlin. He also runs the largest Medium publication devoted to Kotlin and speaks regularly at conferences such as Droidcon and Kotlin Conf, where his sessions are praised for their clarity and real-world relevance.

Marcin Moskała is a Kotlin Google Developer Expert and official JetBrains training partner. A hands-on developer at heart, he turns complex language features into clear mental models that teams can apply on their very next pull request. Marcin is the... Show more

Sam Ayo is a seasoned and highly skilled hands-on AI/ML engineer with years of experience in software, data, and AI consulting. He has a proven track record in the design, development, and deployment of machine learning systems, enterprise-scale data products, and multi-phased AI solutions.

With a background in economics, mathematics and AI, Sam Ayo is a 3-time AI hackathon winner and has been heavily involved in building ML solutions across various cross-industry fields, including Media & Advertising, IoT, Retail, and Energy.

Sam Ayo's expertise and achievements have earned him speaking opportunities at prestigious events. He was honoured by the Federal Minister for Digital Economy and Innovation, Dr Bosun Tijani at the National AI Strategy Conference 2024 in Abuja.

Sam Ayo has spoken at so many top AI conferences and workshops including AIFest, the Nigeria Computer Society [the global body for computer science in Nigeria, where he shared insights on the intersection of AI and business impact], DataFest, Data Science Conference Europe, OscaFEST, GDG DevFest, AWS westAfrica, including the Microsoft Student Learn Community, delivering a talk on leveraging AI for real-world applications to aspiring technologists.

In addition to these engagements, Sam Ayo has been a featured speaker at the Ehingbeti Summit for technology, a renowned conference that brings together thought leaders and industry experts to discuss technological advancements and their impact on various sectors. At the Ehingbeti Summit, Sam Ayo provided valuable insights into the transformative power of AI and data science in driving innovation and sustainable development.

As a versatile and dynamic professional, Sam Ayo is renowned for his results-driven leadership. He thrives on complex problem-solving, creating value streams across product delivery lifecycles, and delivering outstanding results that help companies take their data strategy from plan to prototype to profitability.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Sam Ayo is dedicated to knowledge sharing and collective growth. He actively engages in community mentorship, open-source development, meetups facilitation, technical writing, and research, contributing to the advancement of AI and data science.

With his deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and passion for sharing knowledge, Sam Ayo is a sought-after speaker and a valuable asset in driving innovation and success in the field of AI engineering and data science.

Sam Ayo is a seasoned and highly skilled hands-on AI/ML engineer with years of experience in software, data, and AI consulting. He has a proven track record in the design, development, and deployment of machine learning systems, enterprise-scale data... Show more

Ingeniero en Sistema y Computación, Organizador de la comunidad de Google Developers Groups en Panamá, ha tenido la oportunidad de participar en varios programas y comunidades de tecnología de la región como Speaker y Mentor impulsando el conocimiento en Ciencias de datos, DevOps, Ingeniería de Software y Cloud. Con experiencia en diseño y desarrollo de aplicaciones web, ingeniería, ciencia de datos y UX/UI. Actualmente ejerce como Ingeniero especialista en soluciones tecnológicas y fiel creyente de "Aprende más el que comparte lo que sabe".

Ingeniero en Sistema y Computación, Organizador de la comunidad de Google Developers Groups en Panamá, ha tenido la oportunidad de participar en varios programas y comunidades de tecnología de la región como Speaker y Mentor impulsando el conocimient... Show more

Christina Wheeler is a Principal Solution Engineer in AI Business Solutions at Microsoft, specializing in Copilot Studio, Power Apps, Power Automate, and Robotic Process Automation (RPA). She supports the Financial Services Industry, helping organizations unlock innovation and efficiency through low-code automation and AI-driven solutions.

A lifelong technologist, Christina began programming at age 11 and built her first computer at age 13. With over 20 years of industry experience, she started her career as a .NET developer in financial services before transitioning into consulting, where she became known for her expertise in SharePoint, Dynamics 365 (F&O and CRM), and the Power Platform. She has guided organizations across the financial, educational, commercial, and government sectors in architecting and implementing modern business applications.

Christina is also a published author, with works including "Mastering Microsoft Teams: Creating a Hub for Successful Teamwork in Office 365," "SharePoint 2010 Field Guide," "SharePoint 2013 Inside Out," and "Office 365 for IT Pros," where she is a co-author responsible for the Power Platform chapter in this continuously updated digital publication. Recognized as a Microsoft MVP, first in M365 Apps & Services in 2017 and later as a Business Applications MVP in 2022, she retired her MVP status upon joining Microsoft, where she continues to drive innovation in business applications.

Christina Wheeler is a Principal Solution Engineer in AI Business Solutions at Microsoft, specializing in Copilot Studio, Power Apps, Power Automate, and Robotic Process Automation (RPA). She supports the Financial Services Industry, helping organiza... 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

Michael works as an independent tech consultant with 20+ years of experience specialized in Domain Driven Design, Team Topologies, Software Architecture and Collaborative Modeling. He is a regular speaker at international conferences and an author. Michael is also an INNOQ Fellow and Team Topologies Advocate.

Michael works as an independent tech consultant with 20+ years of experience specialized in Domain Driven Design, Team Topologies, Software Architecture and Collaborative Modeling. He is a regular speaker at international conferences and an author. M... Show more

Benny Ifeanyi is a data analyst. He is also a technical writer and community manager.

Benny Ifeanyi is a data analyst. He is also a technical writer and community manager. Show more

With a passion for technology that is matched only by his commitment to community engagement, Ryan Schouten stands out as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP). Hailing from the vibrant tech scene of California, Ryan has carved a niche for himself as a thought leader and advocate for Microsoft Products & Services.

Ryan’s journey in the tech industry is marked by his eagerness to share knowledge and foster learning. His expertise spans across various Microsoft technologies, where he has contributed significantly through public speaking, content creation, and mentorship. His ability to demystify complex technical concepts and present them in an accessible manner has made him a beloved figure in the tech community.

At the core of Ryan’s philosophy is the belief that technology can be a force for good, driving innovation and solving real-world problems. He actively participates in community events where he shares insights and collaborates with other experts.

With a passion for technology that is matched only by his commitment to community engagement, Ryan Schouten stands out as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP). Hailing from the vibrant tech scene of California, Ryan has carved a niche for him... Show more

Christian Wenz is a consultant, software architect and entrepreneur specializing in web technologies and security. A prolific writer, he has authored or co-authored over 100 books for various publishers. Christian’s work spans both open-source and proprietary web technologies, a unique combination that has earned him recognition as a Microsoft MVP for Developer Technologies and the distinction of being the lead author of the Zend PHP certification. He is also credited in several open-source projects for his contributions. In addition to his writing and technical endeavors, Christian is a frequent speaker at developer conferences worldwide, where he shares his expertise in web technologies.

Christian Wenz is a consultant, software architect and entrepreneur specializing in web technologies and security. A prolific writer, he has authored or co-authored over 100 books for various publishers. Christian’s work spans both open-source and pr... Show more

Passionate about technology, IoT, and Machine Learning. Loving microservices, DDD, and serverless because all of them have a huge impact on software architectures and are directly tied to application business outcomes. Serving as CTO and R&D manager at Neosperience, an Italian scale-up, listed on Italian Stock Exchange.

Passionate about technology, IoT, and Machine Learning. Loving microservices, DDD, and serverless because all of them have a huge impact on software architectures and are directly tied to application business outcomes. Serving as CTO and R&D manager ... 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

I am a seasoned software engineer with over two decades of experience who is driven by passion for technology. I specialise in Kotlin and cloud-native solutions and focus on building mission-critical, scalable and maintainable systems. Besides software development, I also enjoy sharing my knowledge through talks, my blog, giving Kotlin training, and as the book author of "Kotlin Crash Course", a project-based approach to learning Kotlin from scratch, growing your skills from the basics to advanced concepts. My work has been featured in newsletters such as Kotlin Weekly, JetBrains Blog, Android Weekly, Serverless Advocate, and Dear Architects.

I have been a speaker at large conferences, including VoxxedDays Amsterdam, KotlinConf, and InfoQ Dev Summit (QCon).
Explore more about my work and expertise on my website: https://elenavanengelenmaslova.github.io/.

I am a seasoned software engineer with over two decades of experience who is driven by passion for technology. I specialise in Kotlin and cloud-native solutions and focus on building mission-critical, scalable and maintainable systems. Besides softwa... Show more

Julian Kusenberg is a Microsoft MVP and Senior Consultant at SoftwareOne AG and an expert in Microsoft 365 compliance, with a particular focus on Microsoft Purview. In his role, he supports organizations in implementing holistic security and governance strategies – from deploying sensitivity labels to Insider Risk Management, Data Loss Prevention, and eDiscovery.

With an academic background in physics from Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, Julian combines analytical thinking with deep technical expertise. Previously, he worked at FTI Consulting, where he played a leading role in international Microsoft 365 compliance projects for clients across industries such as manufacturing, the public sector, healthcare, and non-profit organizations.

His focus lies in the practical implementation of compliance frameworks within Microsoft environments, the development of information protection strategies, and the intelligent use of automation and governance features. Julian is a regular speaker at conferences, known for presenting complex technical topics in a clear, structured, and practical manner.

Julian Kusenberg is a Microsoft MVP and Senior Consultant at SoftwareOne AG and an expert in Microsoft 365 compliance, with a particular focus on Microsoft Purview. In his role, he supports organizations in implementing holistic security and governan... Show more

Inspired by those in the community that have gone before me, I try to share what I learn by looking at what the services from Microsoft can offer, understanding challenges people have and bringing those two things together. Having learned from 13 years in Financial Services, I moved into the world of consulting, currently acting as Group Manager - Modern Workplace at Avanade.

I am lucky enough to have been awarded as a Microsoft MVP in Microsoft 365 Apps and Services, participate as a Viva Explorer and co-host the modern workplace podcast GreyHatBeardPrincess as well as blogging and sharing videos.

Inspired by those in the community that have gone before me, I try to share what I learn by looking at what the services from Microsoft can offer, understanding challenges people have and bringing those two things together. Having learned from 13 yea... 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

Jos is a Tech Lead with extensive experience helping customers transition to cloud-native solutions and infrastructure. Over the past years, he has guided teams and organizations in adopting DevOps practices and building resilient systems.

Passionate about knowledge sharing and community building Jos has been an active part of the organizing teams for DevOpsDays Amsterdam and Eindhoven, as well as KCD Amsterdam and Utrecht.

Jos is a Tech Lead with extensive experience helping customers transition to cloud-native solutions and infrastructure. Over the past years, he has guided teams and organizations in adopting DevOps practices and building resilient systems. Passion... Show more

Alex Merced is Head of DevRel for Dremio and co-author of "Apache Iceberg: The definitive guide" from O'reilly and has worked as a developer and instructor for companies like GenEd Systems, Crossfield Digital, CampusGuard and General Assembly.
Alex is passionate about technology and has put out tech content on outlets such as blogs, videos and his podcasts Datanation and Web Dev 101. Alex Merced has contributed a variety of libraries in the Javascript & Python worlds including SencilloDB, CoquitoJS, dremio-simple-query and more.

Alex Merced is Head of DevRel for Dremio and co-author of "Apache Iceberg: The definitive guide" from O'reilly and has worked as a developer and instructor for companies like GenEd Systems, Crossfield Digital, CampusGuard and General Assembly. Alex ... Show more

Neel is a tech enthusiast, blogger, writer, speaker, and solutions architect. He has 10 years of professional experience. Apart from being a developer, he is an award-winning tech blogger. He likes to stay up-to-date with the latest technology stack, and he likes to share his knowledge with the community. He often arranges RTL meetups to share knowledge. He is a DZone MVB and Top 4% overall on the StackOverflow site. You can find him at his site: https://neelbhatt.com

Neel is a tech enthusiast, blogger, writer, speaker, and solutions architect. He has 10 years of professional experience. Apart from being a developer, he is an award-winning tech blogger. He likes to stay up-to-date with the latest technology stack,... Show more