Kirill holds a Master's degree in Computer Science and has 18 years of development experience across 6 different companies, working on outsource and in-house projects, startups and legacy systems, backend, frontend, desktop, and mobile apps.

He has seen how teams are built and evolve, projects succeed and fail, team members and management make right and wrong decisions with the corresponding outcomes.

Along the way, he took many notes on what worked and what didn't, and now it's time to share them.

Kirill holds a Master's degree in Computer Science and has 18 years of development experience across 6 different companies, working on outsource and in-house projects, startups and legacy systems, backend, frontend, desktop, and mobile apps. He ha... Show more

I’m NS Midhun, an AWS Community Builder and Associate Manager - Cloud Security professional. My career has taken me through various engineering disciplines where I've worn multiple hats - from Site Reliability Engineering to Cloud Architect, DevOps, and DevSecOps. Throughout all these roles, I've had the opportunity to implement various practices, which has given me hands-on experience with how it works across different organizational contexts.

One of my achievements has been developing an observability product that's now available on the AWS Marketplace (https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/apn/enhancing-fact-based-decision-making-using-tech-mahindra-smart-observability-on-aws/).

I'm passionate about sharing knowledge with the tech community. I regularly write blogs and create content on social media platforms like YouTube to help fellow professionals learn new technologies. My work has taken me to different locations for various projects, which has broadened my perspective on how different organizations approach these challenges.

Speaking at events is something I truly enjoy. I've had the privilege of presenting at various internal and external conferences, including CNCF Chennai, Zinnov events, College events,aws community days, and several conferences in person in India and Canada. I also organize internal Communities of Practice (COP) for DevSecOps, where I help foster knowledge sharing and best practices within my organization.

I’m NS Midhun, an AWS Community Builder and Associate Manager - Cloud Security professional. My career has taken me through various engineering disciplines where I've worn multiple hats - from Site Reliability Engineering to Cloud Architect, DevOps, ... Show more

Enthusiastic about Learning and Implement Technologies on Products. Experience on Cloud-Native & Event-Based Architecture & Architect Practitioner. Microsoft Certified Azure Developer Associate & Trainer.

Enthusiastic about Learning and Implement Technologies on Products. Experience on Cloud-Native & Event-Based Architecture & Architect Practitioner. Microsoft Certified Azure Developer Associate & Trainer. Show more

Per-Torben Sørensen is a Microsoft MVP in Identity & Access and Senior Architect at SoftwareOne, with 27 years in IT. He works on Microsoft Entra and Microsoft 365 security: Conditional Access, passwordless authentication with passkeys, and joining identity with Microsoft Purview into a Zero Trust approach that holds up in the Copilot era. His sessions are demo-heavy and grounded in real deployments. He is an MCT, runs agderinthe.cloud, and has spoken at Experts Live, Scottish Summit, NIC and Workplace Ninjas.

Per-Torben Sørensen is a Microsoft MVP in Identity & Access and Senior Architect at SoftwareOne, with 27 years in IT. He works on Microsoft Entra and Microsoft 365 security: Conditional Access, passwordless authentication with passkeys, and joining i... Show more

I'm Adrià Ariste Santacreu, a Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft focused on Dynamics 365 F&O, based in Madrid. I started as an X++ developer back in the Axapta 3.0 and Dynamics AX 2009 days, and after more than 15 years working on global implementations and integrations as a developer and technical architect, I now help customers get the most out of F&O, Power Platform, and Azure from the Microsoft side.

I was a Microsoft Business Applications MVP from 2020 until joining Microsoft, and I still do the things that got me there: blogging at ariste.info and speaking at community events around the world. In 2024 I published Extending Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations Apps with Power Platform (Packt).

My sessions are practical and demo-heavy: ALM and the unified developer experience, integrations, and lately extending Copilot and agents in F&O. Real problems, real solutions, and the occasional demo that lives dangerously 😅

I'm Adrià Ariste Santacreu, a Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft focused on Dynamics 365 F&O, based in Madrid. I started as an X++ developer back in the Axapta 3.0 and Dynamics AX 2009 days, and after more than 15 years working on global implement... Show more

He pasado por todos los sabores del mundo del dato: desde entornos on-premise hasta arquitecturas cloud, trabajando con tecnologías Microsoft , Databricks y Snowflake en proyectos de analítica, integración y gobierno del dato.

Actualmente formo parte de Prodware, donde lidero la práctica de Microsoft Fabric, impulsando la adopción, la estandarización y la innovación dentro del ecosistema de datos de la compañía y de nuestros clientes.

Dirijo equipos técnicos multidisciplinares y coordino proyectos end-to-end, desde la definición arquitectura hasta la entrega. Mi foco está en combinar visión técnica y liderazgo para transformar los datos en decisiones, fomentar la colaboración entre perfiles y garantizar la calidad y gobernanza en cada entrega.

Apasionado por la tecnología, la mejora continua y el aprendizaje compartido, busco siempre crear entornos donde los datos se conviertan en el motor del cambio.

He pasado por todos los sabores del mundo del dato: desde entornos on-premise hasta arquitecturas cloud, trabajando con tecnologías Microsoft , Databricks y Snowflake en proyectos de analítica, integración y gobierno del dato. Actualmente formo pa... Show more

Abinaya Mahendiran is an AI leader with nearly thirteen years of experience in building and scaling end-to-end AI/ML systems. She specializes in Natural Language Processing (NLP), Generative AI, and MLOps, with a strong foundation that bridges data science and engineering. She currently serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Nunnari Labs, Coimbatore, where she leads the development of production-grade AI solutions.

Her work is centered on advancing inclusive and multilingual AI, particularly improving representation for underrepresented languages like Tamil. She has contributed to the Aya dataset, supporting the creation of high-quality multilingual instruction data for large language models. As part of GEM (General Evaluation for Multilingual), she has worked on developing fair and comprehensive evaluation benchmarks using both automated and human metrics. She has also contributed to NL-Augmenter, focusing on improving the robustness and reliability of NLP systems.

Beyond research and engineering, Abinaya is deeply involved in community building. She co-leads AI Tamil Nadu (formerly AI Coimbatore), a grassroots initiative that brings together students, researchers, and engineers to collaborate on AI and Tamil computing. Through workshops, annotation sprints, and open discussions, she has enabled broader participation in AI development.

She is also committed to improving representation in technology. As Program Manager for the Hidden Voices initiative at IIT Madras, she has worked to reduce gender gaps in digital knowledge platforms. Through the Vidhai initiative, she supports early exposure to AI and open source, particularly encouraging young women to enter the field.

An active mentor and speaker, Abinaya continues to advocate for building AI systems that are not only powerful but also inclusive and representative.

Abinaya Mahendiran is an AI leader with nearly thirteen years of experience in building and scaling end-to-end AI/ML systems. She specializes in Natural Language Processing (NLP), Generative AI, and MLOps, with a strong foundation that bridges data s... Show more

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

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

Alex is a Principal Engineer at Memed, where he builds developer platforms and internal tools that empower engineering teams across the organization. With 17+ years of experience, he's the author of System Programming Essentials with Go and Learning Zig, and writes about staff engineering and systems thinking on Substack and his personal blog. Alex speaks regularly at international conferences and is passionate about data-oriented design, making complex systems understandable, and helping engineers grow into technical leadership roles.

Alex is a Principal Engineer at Memed, where he builds developer platforms and internal tools that empower engineering teams across the organization. With 17+ years of experience, he's the author of System Programming Essentials with Go and Learning ... Show more

Ankita is a Google Developer Expert in Angular, currently adulting in Austin, Texas . Depending on the weather, she can be found outdoors hiking, biking, paddle boarding, trying to pet other peoples' dogs OR staying indoors reading a book. She has an avid interest in all things Design and Angular. She's been a frontend engineer all her adult working life, which is either over 10 years or 100 years, because she has lost sense of time since the pandemic.

Ankita is a Google Developer Expert in Angular, currently adulting in Austin, Texas . Depending on the weather, she can be found outdoors hiking, biking, paddle boarding, trying to pet other peoples' dogs OR staying indoors reading a book. She has an... Show more

Srinivasa Rao is a Data Engineer and Platform Lead with over 10 years of experience designing and modernizing large-scale data systems. He has led complex public sector data transformation initiatives involving over 100 million records across decades of legacy systems, migrating them into modern cloud-based architectures using Azure and Microsoft technologies.

His work focuses on solving real-world data challenges — from fragmented legacy environments to building scalable, validated data platforms that support modern applications and AI use cases.

Srinivas is also the founder of DeepTrics, an initiative focused on bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world software development by providing hands-on industry experience to students.

He actively shares insights on data engineering, AI readiness, and system design, helping professionals understand the true foundation behind intelligent systems.

Srinivasa Rao is a Data Engineer and Platform Lead with over 10 years of experience designing and modernizing large-scale data systems. He has led complex public sector data transformation initiatives involving over 100 million records across decades... Show more

Lisa Crosbie is a Microsoft MVP, consultant, author, and internationally recognised speaker who helps organisations make sense of AI at work. With a background spanning Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Copilot technologies, Lisa specialises in translating complex technology into practical, human-centred guidance.

She is the creator of one of the world's most popular Microsoft Copilot YouTube channels, where her tutorials and thought leadership help hundreds of thousands of professionals build confidence with AI. Known for her engaging presentation style and real-world approach, Lisa speaks regularly at conferences around the world on AI adoption, Microsoft Copilot, productivity, and the future of work.

Lisa Crosbie is a Microsoft MVP, consultant, author, and internationally recognised speaker who helps organisations make sense of AI at work. With a background spanning Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Copilot technologies, Lisa specialises in tran... Show more

Karol is a senior software engineer at Kubermatic, CNCF Ambassador, maintainer of the Envoy Gateway and kbind projects, and is currently working on kcp. He specialises in open-source technologies, distributed systems, and networking, and brings a telecommunications background from university. Karol is an active contributor to the open-source ecosystem, with involvement in projects such as Kyma, Kubermatic, and several CNCF initiatives, including Istio, Envoy Gateway, Kube-OVN, kcp, and Kubernetes SIGs.

Karol is a senior software engineer at Kubermatic, CNCF Ambassador, maintainer of the Envoy Gateway and kbind projects, and is currently working on kcp. He specialises in open-source technologies, distributed systems, and networking, and brings a tel... Show more

Alvin Ashcraft is a veteran developer, author, and community leader with over three decades of industry experience. As a Senior Content Developer at Microsoft, he helps developers build the next generation of intelligent apps using Microsoft Foundry. Previously, he managed the documentation for WinUI, the Windows App SDK, and Windows SDK.

Alvin is a dedicated community builder, serving as a founding organizer, Treasurer, and acting VP for the TechBash conference. He has authored definitive guides for developers, including Learn WinUI 3 and Parallel Programming and Concurrency with C# and .NET.

Alvin Ashcraft is a veteran developer, author, and community leader with over three decades of industry experience. As a Senior Content Developer at Microsoft, he helps developers build the next generation of intelligent apps using Microsoft Foundry.... Show more

Joel Oleson is a visionary technology leader with over 20 years of experience working with industry giants like Microsoft, Blizzard, and Sony. He has been pivotal in shaping enterprise collaboration solutions and authoring best practices.

Recognized as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) and Regional Director, Joel has received multiple accolades for his contributions to Microsoft products and the tech community. Currently, he serves as the Architect for Enterprise Productivity at Sony Interactive Entertainment, PlayStation Studios, overseeing productivity, collaboration and Gen AI solutions across all enterprise platforms.

An avid world traveler, Joel has visited every United Nation country including over 250 countries and territories. He shares his global adventures to inspire others to explore and embrace diverse cultures.

As a global speaker and organizer, Joel has delivered sessions in around 100 countries on Information technology and collaboration solutions at top events delivered to hundreds of thousands of information technology professionals.

Joel Oleson is a visionary technology leader with over 20 years of experience working with industry giants like Microsoft, Blizzard, and Sony. He has been pivotal in shaping enterprise collaboration solutions and authoring best practices. Recogniz... Show more

Shahab is a seasoned software engineer with more than 20 years of experience, specializing in software architecture and event driven systems. He thrives on challenges and enjoys mentoring others. With excellent communication skills, he fosters autonomous teamwork and emphasizes respect within the team. Embracing change is his motto, advocating for collaborative environments where everyone's contributions are valued.

Shahab is a seasoned software engineer with more than 20 years of experience, specializing in software architecture and event driven systems. He thrives on challenges and enjoys mentoring others. With excellent communication skills, he fosters autono... Show more

Saquib Saifee is a Security Engineer in IBM's Product Security organization, where he develops security automation platforms that enhance software transparency and vulnerability response at scale. His work has helped establish capabilities that are now leveraged and extended by teams across IBM. His expertise spans software supply chain security, vulnerability lifecycle management, AI security, offensive security, and Software Bill of Materials (SBOM), where he serves as a Subject Matter Expert.

A dedicated advocate for the profession, Saquib volunteers with ISC2 as a Subject Matter Expert for Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) exam development and with the Center for Cyber Safety and Education as a scholarship reviewer. He regularly speaks at conferences and universities, including BSides Las Vegas, and mentors aspiring cybersecurity practitioners and early-career professionals.

Saquib holds the CISSP and eCPPT certifications and earned a Master's Degree in Cybersecurity from The George Washington University. He is currently expanding his focus on application security and the evolving challenges of securing AI-enabled systems.

Saquib Saifee is a Security Engineer in IBM's Product Security organization, where he develops security automation platforms that enhance software transparency and vulnerability response at scale. His work has helped establish capabilities that are n... Show more

I find immense joy in collaborating with diverse teams, cultivating a positive work environment that encourages creativity and open communication. Emphasizing team development is essential to achieving successful outcomes and driving innovation in every aspect.
Embracing challenges and staying up-to-date with the latest technology trends keeps me motivated and eager to explore new opportunities.
I'm a Cloud Native Administrator, Developer, Architect and Fan!

I find immense joy in collaborating with diverse teams, cultivating a positive work environment that encourages creativity and open communication. Emphasizing team development is essential to achieving successful outcomes and driving innovation in ev... Show more

Bradley Schacht is a Principal Program Manager on the Microsoft Fabric product team based in Jacksonville, FL. Bradley is a former consultant, trainer, and has authored 5 SQL Server and Power BI books, most recently the Microsoft Power BI Quick Start Guide. As a member of the Microsoft Fabric product team, Bradley works directly with customers to solve some of their most complex data problems and helps shape the future of Microsoft Fabric. Bradley gives back to the community through speaking at events such as the PASS Summit, SQL Saturdays, Code Camps, and user groups across the country including locally at the Jacksonville SQL Server User Group (JSSUG). He is a contributor on SQLServerCentral.com and blogs on his personal site, BradleySchacht.com.

Bradley Schacht is a Principal Program Manager on the Microsoft Fabric product team based in Jacksonville, FL. Bradley is a former consultant, trainer, and has authored 5 SQL Server and Power BI books, most recently the Microsoft Power BI Quick Start... Show more

Co-Author of 'Signals & Levers (ITRevolution, September 2026)', 'Coaching for Learning; the Art and Practice' and 'Create Your Dojo; Upskilling Your Organization for Digital Evolution,' Joel helps organizations evolve through learning. This combines a blend of systems thinking, XP, agile, lean, devops and product thinking practices all to embrace learning in the context of work.
With deep experience in architecture modernization, blending product discovery with delivery and architecture, and systems thinking, Joel helps organizations make it easier for their teams to do great work.

Co-Author of 'Signals & Levers (ITRevolution, September 2026)', 'Coaching for Learning; the Art and Practice' and 'Create Your Dojo; Upskilling Your Organization for Digital Evolution,' Joel helps organizations evolve through learning. This combines... Show more

Peter Ward is CEO of SoHo Dragon, a New York–based Microsoft Partner — though he began as a CTO and never entirely stopped behaving like one.

While much of the technology industry focuses on what’s new, Peter is more interested in what works. He has spent years helping organizations implement Microsoft cloud solutions by mastering proven capabilities and executing them without unnecessary drama.

A co-author of four SharePoint books and author of Leadership in a Zoom Economy with Microsoft Teams, Peter continues to contribute to GitHub and remains closely involved in Azure and Microsoft 365 delivery. He has a mild distrust of unnecessary complexity, a preference for projects delivered on time and on budget, and a habit of asking what organisations are really trying to optimize.

He believes most expensive technology mistakes look impressive at the time — and that simplicity is still enterprise IT’s most underused advantage.

Other traits
- Good O365 trainer and motivator
- Good at thinking on my feet in meetings or complex situations
- I find myself often being able to get to the heart of the issue whilst not ruffling too many feathers
- Love yoga, vegetarian food, and reading Malcolm Gladwell books

www.sohodragon.nyc
www.wardpeter.com

Peter Ward is CEO of SoHo Dragon, a New York–based Microsoft Partner — though he began as a CTO and never entirely stopped behaving like one. While much of the technology industry focuses on what’s new, Peter is more interested in what works. He h... Show more

- Asturiana, amante de los 📊y de los 😸.
- Microsoft MVP Data Platform & AI Platform.
- Consultora de Data & IA.

Certificada en Microsoft:
- Power BI Data Analyst Associate. PL-300
- Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate. DP-600
- Power Platform App Maker Associate. PL-100
- Azure AI Fundamentals AI-900

- Asturiana, amante de los 📊y de los 😸. - Microsoft MVP Data Platform & AI Platform. - Consultora de Data & IA. Certificada en Microsoft: - Power BI Data Analyst Associate. PL-300 - Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate. DP-600 - Power Platfo... Show more

George is a Cloud Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience driving innovation in AI-powered technologies and cloud computing. Originally from Thessaloniki, Greece, where he earned a bachelor's in Applied Informatics and associate degrees in Software and Network Engineering, George now lives in Munich, where he continues to design and implement intelligent systems as a Senior Principal @ Slalom.

George is the founder of the "Munich .NET Meetup" (now "Microsoft DevTech Munich"), a community of over 1,700 members focused on collaboration and innovation in Azure, .NET and AI-driven solutions. Passionate about knowledge sharing, he speaks at conferences and user groups, writes blog posts, and actively contributes to open-source projects on GitHub. He also supports the next generation of innovators as a judge and mentor for the Microsoft Imagine Cup.

George is a Cloud Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience driving innovation in AI-powered technologies and cloud computing. Originally from Thessaloniki, Greece, where he earned a bachelor's in Applied Informatics and associate degrees ... Show more

Sreeram is an active contributor to the Kubernetes project who has worked on several features on the kube-apiserver and the kubelet around container lifecycle management. He was part of the Kubernetes release team from v1.29 to v1.36. He helps write and edit the Last Week in Kubernetes Development newsletter (lwkd.info). He works at DigitalOcean as a Senior Software Engineer in the managed Kubernetes team responsible for provisioning and managing DigitalOcean's GPU enabled Kubernetes clusters.

Sreeram is an active contributor to the Kubernetes project who has worked on several features on the kube-apiserver and the kubelet around container lifecycle management. He was part of the Kubernetes release team from v1.29 to v1.36. He helps write ... Show more

I am the Application Modernization Practice Lead at Protiviti, with over 22 years of experience helping organizations enhance productivity, improve efficiency, and optimize CRM systems. My extensive background in delivering programs and architecture has allowed me to work successfully with multiple clients.

In 2022, I was promoted to Associate Director after serving as a Senior Manager, marking two promotions within the last six years.

I effectively engage with all organizational levels to drive success. Early in my career, I contributed to the growth of an emerging company's IT department, leading a team of developers and designing innovative solutions. This unique professional experience continues to inform my work today.

RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
* Led the development of industry-focused solutions as the program manager.
* Hired, developed, and mentored eight technical engineering resources, successfully placing them on various projects.
* As an engagement manager, contributed to securing large enterprise sales deals and agreement renewals, resulting in multi-million-dollar contracts with several prominent industry accounts.

SPECIALITIES:
Engagement Manager, Solution Delivery, Program Management, Architect in Dynamics 365 CE, Azure Cloud, DevOps, Power Platform, and Domain Expertise.

I am the Application Modernization Practice Lead at Protiviti, with over 22 years of experience helping organizations enhance productivity, improve efficiency, and optimize CRM systems. My extensive background in delivering programs and architecture ... Show more

I started writing code in 1998.In 20+ years I shipped software for Italian pharmacies, high-traffic price comparators, and industrial manufacturing. In 2018 I transitioned into consulting and coaching, visiting 20+ companies and helping 80+ teams.

That hands-on journey taught me a fundamental truth: software and organizations are two sides of the same coin. You cannot modernize a legacy codebase without modernizing the system behind it. Attempting to refactor code while keeping rigid, siloed habits intact is a losing quest.

Today, I help companies realign their human systems with their technical architecture. By pairing deep engineering mileage with practical tools from coaching and psychology, I help reorganize teams around value streams, so independent teams can ship clean code and make their users happy and their companies profitable.

I started writing code in 1998.In 20+ years I shipped software for Italian pharmacies, high-traffic price comparators, and industrial manufacturing. In 2018 I transitioned into consulting and coaching, visiting 20+ companies and helping 80+ teams. ... Show more

Hi! I'm Aldan, and I'm passionate about technology and research. I studied Computer Science in Spain, France and Switzerland, founded a few associations and contributed to open source projects. I've also been lucky enough to get some recognition for leadership and academic achievements, and I love learning from the community and participating in events. Currently, I'm working on research that combines Natural Language Processing and Knowledge Graphs, two topics I'm always happy to talk about!

Hi! I'm Aldan, and I'm passionate about technology and research. I studied Computer Science in Spain, France and Switzerland, founded a few associations and contributed to open source projects. I've also been lucky enough to get some recognition for ... Show more

Kristyna Ferris is a solution architect at P3 Adaptive. Her experience includes implementing and managing enterprise-level Power BI instance, training teams on reporting best practices, and building templates for scalable analytics. Passionate about participating and growing the data community, she enjoys co-writing on Data on Wheels (dataonwheels.com) and speaking at various events. She also a co-organizer for Lexington Data Technology Group.

Kristyna Ferris is a solution architect at P3 Adaptive. Her experience includes implementing and managing enterprise-level Power BI instance, training teams on reporting best practices, and building templates for scalable analytics. Passionate about ... Show more

Makan Sepehrifar is a software architect whose fascination with the intricacies of organizational behavior and cognitive psychology has led him to redefine the way technology interfaces with human understanding. Looking at software architecture as a craftsmanship process, he realized that the more abstract you look at it, the more complexities arises. His career has been a testament to his commitment to bridging the gap between technology and human behaviour, resulting in innovative software solutions that not only work efficiently but also self-adaptive teams that embrace the mindset of agile.

Makan Sepehrifar is a software architect whose fascination with the intricacies of organizational behavior and cognitive psychology has led him to redefine the way technology interfaces with human understanding. Looking at software architecture as a ... Show more

Aman Sardana is a technology professional in the financial services and payments domain. He is a hands-on technology leader, enabling business capabilities by implementing cutting-edge, modernized technology solutions. He is skilled in designing, developing, and implementing innovative financial technology solutions that drive business results and establish best-in-class operations.

Aman did his Masters in Information Technology from Northwestern University. This unique program straddles between the business and technical side of information technology, focusing on data mining, information security, enterprise architecture, statistics, innovation, marketing and finance.

Aman Sardana is a technology professional in the financial services and payments domain. He is a hands-on technology leader, enabling business capabilities by implementing cutting-edge, modernized technology solutions. He is skilled in designing, dev... Show more