Thomas LeBlanc is a business intelligence architect, SQL Server expert, trainer and author. He has been building performant data warehouse solutions and visualizations for the past 20 years and has certifications in Power BI, Fabric, Dimensional Modeling and Data Vault 2.0. He graduated from LSU in Quantitative Business Analysis with a concentration in Management Information Systems. Microsoft awarded him Data Platform MVP in 2017 and has been renewed every year since.
Thomas is the founder of Data on the Geaux is a principal architect. For the past 20 years, he has focused on data warehouse solutions(on-premises and Azure) using Microsoft tools like Integration Services(SSIS), Analysis Services(SSAS), Power BI(on-premises and cloud), Synapse, Microsoft Fabric and Azure Data Factory. He recently published the second edition of Power BI Performance Best Practices.
Being involved in the data community since 2012, he helps the Baton Rouge User Groups with meetings every month and hosting a SQLSaturday every year. He has spoken at conferences like PASS Summit, SQLSaturday, Live360, VSLive, Dynamics Community Summit NA and Power Platform events for since 2012.
You can visit his website at Thomas-LeBlanc.com, read articles on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomaslleblanc/) or follow him on Bluesky (@PowerBIDude).

Thomas LeBlanc is a business intelligence architect, SQL Server expert, trainer and author. He has been building performant data warehouse solutions and visualizations for the past 20 years and has certifications in Power BI, Fabric, Dimensional Mode... Show more

Michael Coté studies how large organizations improve how they build software to run and grow their business. His books Changing Mindsets, Monolithic Transformation, and The Business Bottleneck cover these topics. He’s been an industry analyst at RedMonk and 451 Research, done corporate strategy and M&A, and was a programmer. He also co-hosts several podcasts, including Software Defined Talk. His daily-ish newsletter is at newsletter.cote.io.

Michael Coté studies how large organizations improve how they build software to run and grow their business. His books Changing Mindsets, Monolithic Transformation, and The Business Bottleneck cover these topics. He’s been an industry analyst at RedM... Show more

Stefan Toth is software architect, CEO and public speaker. His books discuss software architecture in agile environments (Carl Hanser, 4th edition) and lightweight software reviews (leanpub) respectively. As consultant he supports start-ups, medium-sized and bigger companies with technical and organizational transformations.

Stefan Toth is software architect, CEO and public speaker. His books discuss software architecture in agile environments (Carl Hanser, 4th edition) and lightweight software reviews (leanpub) respectively. As consultant he supports start-ups, medium-s... 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

Kevin Griffin is an author, teacher, mentor, and consultant focusing in software development. He is also a 15-time Microsoft MVP, specializing in ASP.NET and web development. As the owner of Swift Kick, a software training and services company, Kevin specializes in helping businesses push their technology stacks into the 21st century. You can often find Kevin speaking at conferences and user groups nationwide or blogging at https://consultwithgriff.com.

Kevin Griffin is an author, teacher, mentor, and consultant focusing in software development. He is also a 15-time Microsoft MVP, specializing in ASP.NET and web development. As the owner of Swift Kick, a software training and services company, Kev... Show more

As a Microsoft MVP and Principal Architect, I lead a transformative wave, where I evangelize AI and Low-Code solutions to help organizations achieve high-value business transformation. With over 19 years of experience in this role, I have successfully designed and implemented integrated enterprise solutions that leverage AI/Copilot, Power Platform, Dataverse, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and Azure technologies.

My passion is to support business visionaries in achieving significant and sustainable results, by applying my expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Adoption and Change Management, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Services, and Low-Code Solutions. I also enjoy giving back to the community, as an organizer of the St. Louis SharePoint User Group and SharePoint Saturday events since 2004. I hold multiple awards/certifications, including Microsoft MVP, Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). Project Management Professional, Advanced Project Management, Microsoft Certified Professional, and OPM3 Assessor.

As a Microsoft MVP and Principal Architect, I lead a transformative wave, where I evangelize AI and Low-Code solutions to help organizations achieve high-value business transformation. With over 19 years of experience in this role, I have successfull... Show more

My mantra? Collaborative working and the productivity of organisations should constantly be facilitated and improved, without compromising the confidentiality and integrity of data.

As a Security MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer, I'm passionate about sharing my advice and experience with you to build a solution that meets your needs.

My mantra? Collaborative working and the productivity of organisations should constantly be facilitated and improved, without compromising the confidentiality and integrity of data. As a Security MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer, I'm passionate... Show more

As a seasoned full-stack developer with 8 years of experience, Cédric is fueled by a passion for .NET, Azure and especially AI! He is dedicated to crafting valuable and secure solutions for end users generating true business value. Located in Basel, Switzerland.

As a seasoned full-stack developer with 8 years of experience, Cédric is fueled by a passion for .NET, Azure and especially AI! He is dedicated to crafting valuable and secure solutions for end users generating true business value. Located in Basel, ... Show more

José Andrés is an Azure Cloud Engineer from Caracas, Venezuela, currently based in Brussels, Belgium. His journey began with Microsoft's Power Platform before transitioning to the Azure ecosystem. With a passion for cloud technology, he has worked with clients in the United States and Belgium, helping them maximize the benefits of Azure.

José Andrés is an Azure Cloud Engineer from Caracas, Venezuela, currently based in Brussels, Belgium. His journey began with Microsoft's Power Platform before transitioning to the Azure ecosystem. With a passion for cloud technology, he has worked wi... Show more

My name is Wilmer Alcivar, originally from Ecuador, I started in the CRM world in 2012. I’m a big Juventus fan and like to spend time with my girlfriend, try all kinds of beers, play video games and try my best to keep up with new features of the Power Platform.

My first version was Dynamics CRM 2011 On-Premise, what a great version it was. In 2015 I moved to Uruguay in order to improve my technical knowledge, I enjoyed my time in there, they are passionate about football.

In 2019 I moved to Madrid, a beautiful city the weather is spectacular and the food is amazing. Finally in 2022 I moved to The Netherlands looking for new professional challenges, Amsterdam is so beautiful, I love the vibe of the city and the people here are so kind.

My name is Wilmer Alcivar, originally from Ecuador, I started in the CRM world in 2012. I’m a big Juventus fan and like to spend time with my girlfriend, try all kinds of beers, play video games and try my best to keep up with new features of the Pow... Show more

Davide Cioccia is the founder of DCODX, an ethical hacking, and security training firm focusing on DevSecOps and web3. Speaker and trainer at multiple international conferences like Black Hat, HITB, OWASP AppSec, DevSecCon and DEF CON, he is currently leading the DevSecCon Netherlands chapter in Amsterdam.

Davide Cioccia is the founder of DCODX, an ethical hacking, and security training firm focusing on DevSecOps and web3. Speaker and trainer at multiple international conferences like Black Hat, HITB, OWASP AppSec, DevSecCon and DEF CON, he is current... Show more

Devlin Duldulao, originally from the Philippines but now living in Oslo, is a full-stack cloud engineer in Norway. As a Microsoft MVP, he is a prolific trainer, conference speaker, and published book author who has dedicated his career to sharing his extensive knowledge. As a chief consultant at Inmeta, Devlin is passionate about staying current with the rapidly evolving tech industry. This has led him to delve into cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, GPT, and prompt engineering. Through his unwavering commitment to learning and empowering others, Devlin continues to impact the global technology community significantly.

Devlin Duldulao, originally from the Philippines but now living in Oslo, is a full-stack cloud engineer in Norway. As a Microsoft MVP, he is a prolific trainer, conference speaker, and published book author who has dedicated his career to sharing his... Show more

Steven Diamante is a technical coach dedicated to helping software teams master technical excellence, reduce bugs, and build software they’re proud of. Through hands-on Samman Coaching, he teaches teams how to write high-quality, maintainable code using XP practices like TDD, refactoring, and collaborative programming. He helps teams build a culture of continuous learning and experimentation, making software development more rewarding, fun, and effective.

Outside of coaching, he enjoys playing guitar in his local church, reading a non-fiction book, or hanging out with his wife and two kids.

Steven Diamante is a technical coach dedicated to helping software teams master technical excellence, reduce bugs, and build software they’re proud of. Through hands-on Samman Coaching, he teaches teams how to write high-quality, maintainable code us... Show more

Larry Maccherone is a DevSecOps/Shift-Left/Dev-centric Security and Development improvement pioneer.

At Comcast, Larry launched and scaled the DevSecOps Transformation program over five years by safely empowering 600 development teams to take ownership of the security of their products. Larry was a founding Director at Carnegie Mellon's CyLab, researching cybersecurity and software engineering. While there, he co-led the launch of the DHS-funded Build-Security-In initiative. Larry has also served as Principal Investigator for the NSA's Code Assessment Methodology Project, which wrote the book on evaluating application security tools and received the Department of Energy's Los Alamos National Labs Fellow award.

Larry firmly believes in learning by doing so in his spare time; he is the author of a dozen open source projects, one of which gets a million downloads per month.

Contact Larry on his LinkedIn page: https://LinkedIn.com/in/LarryMaccherone

Larry Maccherone is a DevSecOps/Shift-Left/Dev-centric Security and Development improvement pioneer. At Comcast, Larry launched and scaled the DevSecOps Transformation program over five years by safely empowering 600 development teams to take owne... Show more

James is the Emerging Technology Lead for Accenture's Advanced Technology Centers in North America, specializing in Generative AI. With over 30 years of experience in software delivery and as a certified Senior Technology Architect, James leads global teams in developing, prototyping, and implementing groundbreaking Generative AI solutions. His extensive expertise spans AI, DevOps, architecture, modern engineering, and developer experience practices, allowing him to collaborate on innovative projects across multiple industries and platforms.

An active leader in the tech community, James organizes and leads meetups on Generative AI, AI, DevOps, and Platform Engineering. He is also a lead organizer for DevOpsDays Tampa Bay. He shares his insights through speaking engagements and industry forums, inspiring technological innovation and strategic solutions. His passion for AI not only drives technological advances but also energizes and motivates a new generation of tech enthusiasts.

James is the Emerging Technology Lead for Accenture's Advanced Technology Centers in North America, specializing in Generative AI. With over 30 years of experience in software delivery and as a certified Senior Technology Architect, James leads globa... Show more

John is an experienced data platform professional having spent over fifteen years working with Microsoft SQL Server, Azure, and AWS technologies. Working closely with clients to solve their data platform problems with innovative solutions with a focus on simplicity, maintainability, and automation.

John is an experienced data platform professional having spent over fifteen years working with Microsoft SQL Server, Azure, and AWS technologies. Working closely with clients to solve their data platform problems with innovative solutions with a focu... Show more

I started programming in VB when I was 6 taking advantage of my father’s strong passion for computer science. I’ve always dreamt to be an engineer and I’ve worn different “hats”: data scientist, data analyst, web developer, sysadmin… This gave me the opportunity to gain experience in the design and dev of solutions from scratch. During the day I’m an Enterprise Architect, while I love writing at night when I get a hot cup of tea!

I started programming in VB when I was 6 taking advantage of my father’s strong passion for computer science. I’ve always dreamt to be an engineer and I’ve worn different “hats”: data scientist, data analyst, web developer, sysadmin… This gave me the... Show more

As a proficient DevOps Architect, Microsoft MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer, possess in-depth knowledge of Azure technologies and enjoy teaching a wide range of IT topics. An engineer with over 10 certifications spanning cloud technologies, architecture, security, AI & ML, databases, and other fields within Microsoft Azure, he possesses over five years of experience in the IT industry. Committed to sharing expertise at conferences, strive to empower others in their IT careers and keep them informed on the latest industry developments and breakthroughs. In addition to that he is lecturer at WSB Merito Universities in Poland and publishing articles at Admin and Linux Magazines. Catch me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcin-gastol, read my Azure blog https://marcingastol.com and watch me at https://www.youtube.com/@Azurein5minutes

As a proficient DevOps Architect, Microsoft MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer, possess in-depth knowledge of Azure technologies and enjoy teaching a wide range of IT topics. An engineer with over 10 certifications spanning cloud technologies, archi... Show more

Eduard Keilholz is a seasoned software developer and cloud architect at 4Dotnet, where he specializes in Microsoft development and cloud technologies. With a passion for helping organizations build highly performant cloud software solutions, Eduard has made significant contributions in the field of cloud architecture.

He is the author of the book Azure Infrastructure as Code, which delves into infrastructure automation using Azure, and is a frequent international conference speaker. Eduard is also the founder of the DotnetFriday meetup platform, a community initiative hosted in the Netherlands that fosters collaboration and learning among .NET professionals.

In addition to his development and community activities, Eduard created SpreaView, a platform designed to give conference organizers and speakers deeper insights into their performance by automating speaker evaluations. His contributions to the Microsoft community have earned him the prestigious title of Microsoft MVP since 2020.

Eduard Keilholz is a seasoned software developer and cloud architect at 4Dotnet, where he specializes in Microsoft development and cloud technologies. With a passion for helping organizations build highly performant cloud software solutions, Eduard h... Show more

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

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

I am Siva Yakkanti having 18+ years of experience with IT Infra, Cloud and Automation, passionate IT professional and Yoga practitioner.

I am Siva Yakkanti having 18+ years of experience with IT Infra, Cloud and Automation, passionate IT professional and Yoga practitioner. Show more

I lead the Automation & Analytics team at Advania UK and support organisations in creating technology experiences that shift the responsibility of tasks to technology and bridge the gap between data and decisions.

I lead the Automation & Analytics team at Advania UK and support organisations in creating technology experiences that shift the responsibility of tasks to technology and bridge the gap between data and decisions. Show more

Roger delivers smart, strategic Microsoft 365 solutions that connect technology, organization, and culture. As a Senior Cloud Advisor specializing in Copilot, Modern Work, Security, and Compliance, he helps businesses navigate their digital transformation—with clear strategy, hands-on expertise, and a sharp focus on what really matters. His home base? techtask consulting, a boutique Swiss IT consultancy.

Roger delivers smart, strategic Microsoft 365 solutions that connect technology, organization, and culture. As a Senior Cloud Advisor specializing in Copilot, Modern Work, Security, and Compliance, he helps businesses navigate their digital transform... Show more

Marijn is a Microsoft 365 specialist, MCT and Microsoft MVP who has over 16 years experience implementing the full value of information worker solutions in any organization, large and small. He loves to share his experiences as a speaker on international events and blogger.

In 2016 he launched “Mijn 365 Coach”, a portfolio of video products helping end users onboard with and on top of the quick moving world of Office 365. He does consultancy via Balestra and has a podcast called #Office365Distilled

Marijn is a Microsoft 365 specialist, MCT and Microsoft MVP who has over 16 years experience implementing the full value of information worker solutions in any organization, large and small. He loves to share his experiences as a speaker on internati... Show more

I am a Technical Product Manager at Sitecore, specialized in XM Cloud and topics around Developer Experience.
I have more than 12 years of experience in building and supporting Sitecore XM/ XP solutions from version 6.5 on. As a former Sitecore MVP (2018–2021) and in role of developer / architect or consultant, I have contributed to numerous digital transformation projects across EMEA. I am also an active member of the Sitecore community, sharing my knowledge through blog posts on https://hachweb.wordpress.com/ and connecting with peers to drive innovation. I am passionate about crafting impactful digital experiences and helping businesses unlock the full potential of Sitecore.

I am a Technical Product Manager at Sitecore, specialized in XM Cloud and topics around Developer Experience. I have more than 12 years of experience in building and supporting Sitecore XM/ XP solutions from version 6.5 on. As a former Sitecore MVP... Show more

Jorans passion involves getting people to love technology and getting technology to play nice. He works as an interaction developer with ♡ for web, tech, science & tinkering with stuff. Focussed on innovation and elevating peer developers. Writes, toots and speaks every now and then.

Jorans passion involves getting people to love technology and getting technology to play nice. He works as an interaction developer with ♡ for web, tech, science & tinkering with stuff. Focussed on innovation and elevating peer developers. Writes, to... Show more

Deepthi is a SQL Server Database Administrator with several years of experience in Administering SQL Servers. She is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP, Microsoft certified trainer and Microsoft certified professional with an Associate and Expert level Certification in Data Management and Analytics. Deepthi blogs for DBANuggets.com. Deepthi is a Co-Organizer for Microsoft Data and AI South Florida user group, Data TGIF, Cloud Data Driven User Group, Future Data Driven Summit and Data Platform Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Virtual Group. She is also DEI Steering Committee member for PASS Data Community Summit. She is a Redgate Community Ambassador. Along with this, Deepthi loves arts and crafts. You can contact her on Twitter @dbanuggets.

Deepthi is a SQL Server Database Administrator with several years of experience in Administering SQL Servers. She is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP, Microsoft certified trainer and Microsoft certified professional with an Associate and Expert level Ce... Show more

Fullstack developer with 10+ years of experience, passionate about beautiful UIs, sustainability and super fast web applications.

Fullstack developer with 10+ years of experience, passionate about beautiful UIs, sustainability and super fast web applications. Show more

Timo Drick is a seasoned Android developer and international speaker with over 15 years of experience in mobile development. As Lead Android Developer at Seven Principles Mobility GmbH since 2015, he’s been building innovative Android apps and embracing modern tools like Jetpack Compose, Kotlin Multiplatform, and edge-to-edge UI design.

An early adopter of Jetpack Compose, Timo is passionate about creating elegant, efficient solutions and sharing his expertise with the community. He’s spoken at major conferences including droidcon Berlin, London, Lisbon, and San Francisco, delivering deep technical talks on topics like Compose previews, window insets, and cross-platform UI.

Known for his hands-on approach and his “Keep it stupid and simple” mindset, Timo continues to inspire and lead developers with practical insights and real-world experience.

Timo Drick is a seasoned Android developer and international speaker with over 15 years of experience in mobile development. As Lead Android Developer at Seven Principles Mobility GmbH since 2015, he’s been building innovative Android apps and embrac... Show more

Hugo Guerrero works as a developer advocate. He has spent more than two decades working in software development. During that time, he has held various roles, including developer, consultant, architect, and software development factory manager. He is a passionate advocate for building event-driven applications using AsyncAPI, and he volunteers his time to help spread the word about this technology. He also contributes to open source projects. He is responsible for maintaining the Microcks Docker Desktop Extension.

Hugo Guerrero works as a developer advocate. He has spent more than two decades working in software development. During that time, he has held various roles, including developer, consultant, architect, and software development factory manager. He is ... Show more