Information & Communications Technology

Seasoned technologists, digital innovators, and other ICT experts, dedicated to advancing the field of information and communications technology

Jimmy Engström

Jimmy Engström

Jimmy Engström has been developing ever since he was 7 years old and got his first computer.
He loves to be on the cutting edge of technology, trying new things.
When he got wind of Blazor, he immediately realized its potential and adopted it when it was in beta. He has been running Blazor in production since it was launched by Microsoft.
He is the author of "Web Development with Blazor" and the co-host of Coding After Work (podcast and stream).
His passion for the .NET industry and community has taken him around the world, speaking about development. Microsoft has recognized this passion by awarding him the
Microsoft Most Valuable Professional award 11 years in a row.
He occasionally blogs at engstromjimmy.com.

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Jimmy Engström has been developing ever since he was 7 years old and got his first computer. He loves to be on the cutting edge of technology, trying new things. When he got wind of Blazor, he immediately realized its potential and adopted it when... Show more

Serge Luca

Serge Luca

Serge Luca, also known as Doctor Flow, is a 19-time Microsoft MVP and currently a Business Applications MVP specializing in Power Automate, Power Apps, and Copilot Studio. Based in Brussels, Belgium, he works as a Power Platform Solution Architect and has designed and delivered more than 18 enterprise-scale Power Platform projects.

An international and Microsoft Ignite speaker, Serge is also a frequent blogger and community contributor. He has completed multiple assignments for the Microsoft SharePoint team in Redmond, worked on projects worldwide, and served as a Subject Matter Expert for Microsoft Learning on SharePoint and Workflow Foundation.

Serge has trained over a thousand developers in SharePoint technologies and is the author of the renowned Master Class Microsoft Power Automate and Master Class Power Apps workshops. He also collaborated with the Flow team to help create the “Microsoft Power Automate in a Day” workshop.

In addition, Serge is the creator of the open-source Power Platform BPM Toolkit, available on GitHub. Earlier in his career, he worked as a researcher at the University of Namur (Belgium) and as a contractor for Microsoft (USA).

Serge Luca, also known as Doctor Flow, is a 19-time Microsoft MVP and currently a Business Applications MVP specializing in Power Automate, Power Apps, and Copilot Studio. Based in Brussels, Belgium, he works as a Power Platform Solution Architect an... Show more

Raphael Manke

Raphael Manke

Raphael Manke is an AWS Hero and full-stack developer with many years of experience in developing applications in the AWS cloud. At Dash0 he is responsible for integrating AWS telemetry data into the platform.

Raphael Manke is an AWS Hero and full-stack developer with many years of experience in developing applications in the AWS cloud. At Dash0 he is responsible for integrating AWS telemetry data into the platform. Show more

Shpend Kelmendi

Shpend Kelmendi

Shpend Kelmendi, a Software Engineer, Cloud Architect, and Microsoft MVP for Azure at bbv Software Services AG, leads the Cloud Community. He is dedicated to enabling teams to create cloud solutions that are simple, sustainable, and centered on customer needs. His expertise includes Azure, DevOps, and cloud architecture. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) and Azure MVP, Shpend frequently shares knowledge, speaks at events, and assists organizations and individuals in their cloud adoption efforts. He excels in designing scalable solutions, mentoring developers, and tackling complex cloud problems with a mix of technical skill and a practical, people-focused approach.

Shpend Kelmendi, a Software Engineer, Cloud Architect, and Microsoft MVP for Azure at bbv Software Services AG, leads the Cloud Community. He is dedicated to enabling teams to create cloud solutions that are simple, sustainable, and centered on custo... Show more

Arindam Mitra

Arindam Mitra

I am a Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) in Developer Technologies & Azure | Azure Cloud Solutions & DevOps Architect | Technical Blogger & Speaker Focused on Cloud Adoption, Architecture, Automation, Build and Run in Azure.

I am a Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) in Developer Technologies & Azure | Azure Cloud Solutions & DevOps Architect | Technical Blogger & Speaker Focused on Cloud Adoption, Architecture, Automation, Build and Run in Azure. Show more

Ashok Vishwakarma

Ashok Vishwakarma

Strategic technology leader with 19+ years of experience driving product innovation for platforms used by millions. Expert in scaling engineering organizations, architecting high-concurrency systems, and bridging the gap between deep technical excellence (GDE, MVP) and business-centric growth. Proven track record in Fintech, SaaS, and AI-driven automation.

Leadership - Engineering Strategy, Product Roadmap, Talent Acquisition and Mentorship, P&L Management.

Architecture - System Design at Scale, Microservices, Cloud Infra (AWS/GCP/Azure), Distributed Systems.

Innovation - Generative AI/LLMs (RAG), Graph Databases (Neo4j), Performance Engineering.

Strategic technology leader with 19+ years of experience driving product innovation for platforms used by millions. Expert in scaling engineering organizations, architecting high-concurrency systems, and bridging the gap between deep technical excell... Show more

Yishai Beeri

Yishai Beeri

Yishai Beeri likes to solve problems, and that’s why he was so fascinated with programming when first encountered Logo back in the 80s, where the possibilities seemed endless.

He has made it a focus of his career to solve complex programming problems, both as a consultant and entrepreneur. In 2014 he joined the CTO office of a fast-moving cloud security startup, which later was acquired by a networking giant. At this startup he also met Ori Keren and Dan Lines, now co-founders of LinearB. He joined them shortly after the company was established, in order to get back to what he loves most about engineering, solving big challenges, and this time he is focusing on the world of Dev Productivity and Experience. He is also the host of the very successful Hebrew Podcast - Dev Interrupted.

Yishai Beeri likes to solve problems, and that’s why he was so fascinated with programming when first encountered Logo back in the 80s, where the possibilities seemed endless. He has made it a focus of his career to solve complex programming probl... Show more

Emanuele Garofalo

Emanuele Garofalo

Emanuele Garofalo is founder at Magneticode where he helps customers to reach the success with their projects, starting from the business model up to release (even in the cloud or on-prem).
Before founding Magneticode, Emanuele had precedents in the management of other companies and as a freelancer, always making his skills available to clients and colleagues.

Outside of work, Emanuele is a fan of gaming, role-playing games and various sports including soccer, snowboarding and SUP

Emanuele Garofalo is founder at Magneticode where he helps customers to reach the success with their projects, starting from the business model up to release (even in the cloud or on-prem). Before founding Magneticode, Emanuele had precedents in the... Show more

Fabian Krumbholz

Fabian Krumbholz

Fabian has been working in the web industry since 2001.
He has 15 years of experience as a web developer, with a focus on front-end development.
Since 2016, Fabian has been working as a user experience consultant with a focus on web performance.
In his day-to-day job, he helps big international clients optimize their web performance.
Together with his team of experts, he is developing a real-time user monitoring tool to be able to do the job more efficiently.
Fabian is passionate about sharing his knowledge and contributing to open source projects.
In 2023, Fabian became a Developer Expert for Web Performance.

Fabian has been working in the web industry since 2001. He has 15 years of experience as a web developer, with a focus on front-end development. Since 2016, Fabian has been working as a user experience consultant with a focus on web performance. I... Show more

Peter De Tender

Peter De Tender

Peter has an extensive background in architecting, deploying, managing and training on Microsoft technologies, dating back to Windows NT4 Server in 1996, all the way to the latest and modern Azure and AI solutions available today. With a passion for Cloud Architecture and DevOps, Peter always has a story to share on how to optimize your Enterprise-ready cloud workloads, from skilling the world largest Microsoft customers through compelling workshops over the last 15 years. After 6,5 years at Microsoft as Microsoft Technical Trainer, he recently transitioned into the role of Senior Content Developer for Dev/AI/DevOps, focusing on DevOps/GitHub content on https://aka.ms/Learn and Instructor Led Training (ILT) material, used by global Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs).

You can follow peter on LinkedIn (/in/pdtit) and read his (mostly) technical blog adventures on http://www.007ffflearning.com

Peter has an extensive background in architecting, deploying, managing and training on Microsoft technologies, dating back to Windows NT4 Server in 1996, all the way to the latest and modern Azure and AI solutions available today. With a passion for ... Show more

Chintan Patel

Chintan Patel

I am a Microsoft 365 MVP, Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), and MCT Community Lead for South Africa with over a decade of experience bridging technology, education, and community impact. I help trainers, professionals, and organizations unlock the power of Microsoft technologies - while also building strong, sustainable communities outside the classroom.

Trainer & Consultant
For ten years, I’ve delivered technical training across Microsoft 365, Power BI, Azure AI, Copilot for Microsoft 365, and the Microsoft Fundamentals series. I prepare candidates for certification, run a Certiport Authorized Testing Centre, and serve as a Mudita Instructional Skills Instructor, delivering the official instructional skills certification for MCTs.

MCT Program Leadership
Since 2020, I have served as MCT Community Lead for South Africa, collaborating with four Microsoft Program Managers to shape the global MCT Program. I host webinars, moderate the global MCT Network on Facebook and LinkedIn, and champion program standards. In 2024, I was recognized as a Microsoft MVP in Microsoft 365, honoring my contributions to the Microsoft ecosystem.

Corporate & Governance Experience
At the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), School of Law, I managed IT operations, budgets, procurement, and vendor relations. I played a central role in the SharePoint 2013 adoption strategy and Managed Print Solution rollout, guiding institutional strategy. I also reported to senior committees, gaining experience in program operations, governance, and stakeholder engagement.

Community Leadership
Beyond technology, I lead volunteer-driven initiatives:

parkrun Ambassador - I oversee three weekly fitness events, coordinating directors and 20–30 volunteers, supporting hundreds of participants each week.

My journey is built on one principle: empowering people through knowledge, collaboration, and community. Whether teaching, advising, or leading, I connect people with the tools, confidence, and networks they need to succeed.

I am a Microsoft 365 MVP, Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), and MCT Community Lead for South Africa with over a decade of experience bridging technology, education, and community impact. I help trainers, professionals, and organizations unlock the p... Show more

Matteo Bianchi

Matteo Bianchi

Matteo is a Solutions Engineer at GitHub, CNCF Ambassador and Cloud Native aficionado, a former startup CTO and DevRel. Open Source contributor, part of the Kubernetes Release Team since v1.31 and until v1.34, serving in Release Engineering since v1.33.

Hacker, builder and problem solver by nature. Singing in a metal band whenever there's nothing left to fix in the cloud. @mbianchidev on (almost) every social media.

Matteo is a Solutions Engineer at GitHub, CNCF Ambassador and Cloud Native aficionado, a former startup CTO and DevRel. Open Source contributor, part of the Kubernetes Release Team since v1.31 and until v1.34, serving in Release Engineering since v1.... Show more

William Assaf

William Assaf

William Assaf is a principal content developer for Microsoft Learn. Formerly a Data Platform MVP and a consultant, and before that a .NET developer, William currently works with Microsoft product groups on content related to Microsoft SQL offerings, specifically over Azure SQL Database and Microsoft Fabric. As a consultant for 13 years he worked with clients on SQL Server and Azure SQL platform optimization, management, disaster recovery, and high availability, and led a multi-city team of senior consulting SQL DBA's. William has written for Microsoft SQL certification exams since 2011 and was the team lead author of the 2017, 2019, 2022 editions of "SQL Server Administration Inside Out" by Microsoft Press.

William is a past lead of the annual SQLSaturday Baton Rouge Planning Committee and is a big fan of data platform communities far and wide.

William Assaf is a principal content developer for Microsoft Learn. Formerly a Data Platform MVP and a consultant, and before that a .NET developer, William currently works with Microsoft product groups on content related to Microsoft SQL offerings, ... Show more

Konrad Sagala

Konrad Sagala

Konrad is involved in designing and deployments of server systems since 1993. From 1996 focused on Microsoft Systems - Exchange and Active Directory. From several years engaged in cloud security, not only Microsoft. Active MCT since 2007 delivering Security, Microsoft 365, Exchange and Windows Server trainings. Since 2007 Microsoft MVP, currently M365 and Security categories.

Konrad is involved in designing and deployments of server systems since 1993. From 1996 focused on Microsoft Systems - Exchange and Active Directory. From several years engaged in cloud security, not only Microsoft. Active MCT since 2007 delivering S... Show more

Travis Roberts

Travis Roberts

Travis Roberts is a Cloud Architect, Microsoft MVP, and Microsoft Certified Trainer based in the Minneapolis area. With over 25 years of experience in IT across industries, including legal, pharmaceutical, and marketing, Travis brings deep technical expertise and a strong focus on Microsoft Azure technologies.

Travis is an international speaker on topics such as Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows 365, Entra ID, and other Azure services. He shares insights and technical guidance through his blog at www.ciraltos.com and his YouTube channel, where he creates educational content for IT professionals and cloud enthusiasts.

Travis Roberts is a Cloud Architect, Microsoft MVP, and Microsoft Certified Trainer based in the Minneapolis area. With over 25 years of experience in IT across industries, including legal, pharmaceutical, and marketing, Travis brings deep technical ... Show more

Mark Tinderholt

Mark Tinderholt

Mark is an experienced technologist whose journey began in application development, spanning web and client-server applications to sophisticated distributed systems and microservices. Along this path, he developed deep expertise in automation and DevOps, leading diverse project teams and guiding cloud practice organizations through strategic, operational, and pre-sales leadership roles. Currently, Mark holds a hands-on engineering position at Microsoft, contributing directly to the Microsoft Azure platform.

Beyond his professional work, Mark shares his passion for cloud computing through his YouTube channel, "The Azure Terraformer." He is also the author of "Mastering Terraform," a practical, multi-cloud guide to Infrastructure-as-Code covering AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, and has created the Udemy course "Terraform 101."

Mark is an experienced technologist whose journey began in application development, spanning web and client-server applications to sophisticated distributed systems and microservices. Along this path, he developed deep expertise in automation and Dev... Show more

Marcel Lehmann

Marcel Lehmann

PowerPlatform is my passion, which is why I'm not only working in this field full-time. Also privately an app or a flow is built for everything.

PowerPlatform is my passion, which is why I'm not only working in this field full-time. Also privately an app or a flow is built for everything. Show more

Anuradha Kumari

Anuradha Kumari

Anuradha is a senior front-end developer, working on making the web more accessible, one website at a time. She is passionate about exploring new technologies and sharing knowledge through tech articles and talks. She has been recognized as GDE, MVP, and WTM Ambassador. As an accessibility advocate, she aims to spread awareness and empower the community toward achieving the common goal of inclusion through technology. When she is not coding, she loves traveling, exploring museums, reading books, and sketching.

Anuradha is a senior front-end developer, working on making the web more accessible, one website at a time. She is passionate about exploring new technologies and sharing knowledge through tech articles and talks. She has been recognized as GDE, MVP,... Show more

Rob Richardson

Rob Richardson

Rob Richardson is a software craftsman building web properties in ASP.NET and Node, React and Vue. He’s a Microsoft MVP, published author, frequent speaker at conferences, user groups, and community events, and a diligent teacher and student of high quality software development. You can find this and other talks on https://robrich.org/presentations and follow him on Mastodon at @robrich@hachyderm.io.

Rob Richardson is a software craftsman building web properties in ASP.NET and Node, React and Vue. He’s a Microsoft MVP, published author, frequent speaker at conferences, user groups, and community events, and a diligent teacher and student of high ... Show more

Emilie Lundblad

Emilie Lundblad

Microsoft MVP in AI | Microsoft Regional Director | Board Member at Pioneer Center for AI, Danish Data Science Community & BLG

Emilie Lundblad stands at the forefront of Data & AI, holding prestigious roles such as Microsoft 3xMVP in AI and 2x Microsoft Regional Director. Her profound expertise spans across leveraging AI securely in multi-agent systems. As an esteemed board member at the Pioneer Center for Artificial Intelligence and the Danish Data Science Community, she actively contributes to shaping the future of AI and data sciences.

Educationally, Emilie is well-rounded with a Master's in Quantitative Finance from the University of Southern Denmark and a minor in Machine Learning & AI from MIT. She is completing her Executive Master’s in IT Management at the IT University of Copenhagen, further enriching her vast knowledge by guest lecturing.

With over 15 years of professional experience, Emilie’s career highlights include roles as Head of AI CoE at Ambu, Director of AI & Automation at Hempel, MD at Amesto, Head of Data at GroupM, and EMEA Innovation Lead at WPP. A recognized thought leader, she has delivered impactful keynotes at venues like Experts live NL, IDA, Danish IT, the Danish Government IT Conference, and Microsoft events.

Emilie's collaborative projects with institutions like MIT and the Technical University of Denmark focus on applying machine learning to challenges such as dynamic pricing and sustainable solutions, underpinning her commitment to enhancing business efficacy and sustainability.

Her accolades include nominations for DAIR awards Responsible AI 2024, Hyperight’s Top 100 Nordic Data & AI Influencers 2023, Berlingske Talent 100, and the Nordic Women in Tech Award for Diversity Leader of the Year, showcasing her as a beacon of innovation and leadership in the Data & AI sector.

Microsoft MVP in AI | Microsoft Regional Director | Board Member at Pioneer Center for AI, Danish Data Science Community & BLG Emilie Lundblad stands at the forefront of Data & AI, holding prestigious roles such as Microsoft 3xMVP in AI and 2x Mic... Show more

Federico Porceddu

Federico Porceddu

Federico Porceddu is a Microsoft MVP in the Microsoft 365 category, recognized for his contributions to Microsoft 365 Development and Copilot Extensibility. With 15+ years of experience, he works as a Modern Workplace Solution Architect at Avanade Italy, where he designs and delivers enterprise solutions built on Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and Copilot, blending Microsoft and open-source technologies. He is also co-host of the Copilot Espresso podcast and an active contributor to the Microsoft 365 PnP (Patterns & Practices) community. An engaged community leader, Federico is an international speaker, technical writer, blogger, and podcaster, passionate about making technology accessible and empowering developers. After several years working abroad, he now lives in Sardinia, where he brings innovation closer to home. When he’s not speaking about tech, he can be found trekking, with a great cup of coffee never too far away.

Federico Porceddu is a Microsoft MVP in the Microsoft 365 category, recognized for his contributions to Microsoft 365 Development and Copilot Extensibility. With 15+ years of experience, he works as a Modern Workplace Solution Architect at Avanade It... Show more

Rowdy Rabouw

Rowdy Rabouw

Rowdy Rabouw is a Google Developer Expert in Web Technologies with over 25 years of experience in HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Currently, he works as a Front-End-Focused Senior DevOps Engineer on Vue, Node, and NestJS projects, with a focus on usability and accessibility. Rowdy loves his electronic drum kit and dabbles in creating music on his laptop.

Rowdy Rabouw is a Google Developer Expert in Web Technologies with over 25 years of experience in HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Currently, he works as a Front-End-Focused Senior DevOps Engineer on Vue, Node, and NestJS projects, with a focus on usability... Show more

Cody Zuschlag

Cody Zuschlag

With a clear focus on open-source solutions, Cody is deeply committed to shaping technology for the greater good. Since embarking on the international speaking circuit in 2022, Cody has championed the benefits of full-stack and decentralized applications, underscoring the significance of open-source technologies. Through his work, presentations, and teaching at the university, he constantly seeks ways to use technology as a tool for fostering social interactions and driving positive societal change.

With a clear focus on open-source solutions, Cody is deeply committed to shaping technology for the greater good. Since embarking on the international speaking circuit in 2022, Cody has championed the benefits of full-stack and decentralized applicat... Show more

Kanwal Khipple

Kanwal Khipple

Kanwal Khipple is the CEO and Founder of 2toLead, a trailblazing consulting firm dedicated to innovative digital workplace transformations. Over the past decade, he has established himself as a trusted authority in creating engaging, award-winning employee experiences that seamlessly blend design, technology, and human-centric thinking. Recognized by the Nielsen Norman Group for designing two Top 10 Intranets, Kanwal continues to influence how modern organizations enhance collaboration, learning, and performance.

As AI reshapes how employees interact with information and one another, Kanwal focuses on leveraging cutting-edge tools—like personalization engines, intelligent chatbots, and workplace analytics—to drive meaningful, future-ready workplaces. A long-standing Microsoft 365 community contributor and Microsoft and Business Applications MVP since 2009, he frequently speaks on the value of embracing emerging technologies to amplify rather than replace human connection. His mission is to ensure that as we evolve our workplaces with AI, we do so ethically, responsibly, and with enduring human value at the core.

Kanwal Khipple is the CEO and Founder of 2toLead, a trailblazing consulting firm dedicated to innovative digital workplace transformations. Over the past decade, he has established himself as a trusted authority in creating engaging, award-winning em... Show more

Glenn Chia

Glenn Chia

Glenn is a Senior Solutions Architect Specialist at HashiCorp where he focuses on infrastructure lifecycle management. He works closely with enterprise customers to define strategies for operating infrastructure as code at scale and innovates on product integrations across networking, security, Kubernetes, and artificial intelligence domains. Prior to HashiCorp, Glenn worked at AWS in Professional Services, where he helped customers implement generative AI applications, enterprise backup architectures, data lakes, and cloud landing zones. Glenn is passionate about helping organizations optimize their cloud infrastructure and deployment workflows through automation and modern DevOps practices.

Glenn is a Senior Solutions Architect Specialist at HashiCorp where he focuses on infrastructure lifecycle management. He works closely with enterprise customers to define strategies for operating infrastructure as code at scale and innovates on prod... Show more

Samuel Shaw

Samuel Shaw

Sam has been in the technology space professionally for a decade after dabbling as a developer while working in academia. His spare time is spent trying new things or in the gym fighting. Most recently the focus being Krav Maga and Kung Fu.

Sam has been in the technology space professionally for a decade after dabbling as a developer while working in academia. His spare time is spent trying new things or in the gym fighting. Most recently the focus being Krav Maga and Kung Fu. Show more

Nicola Iarocci

Nicola Iarocci

Nicola is a passionate Python and C# developer based in Ravenna, Italy. He is the co-founder of CIR2000 where he leads the development of Amica 10, an accounting software for Italian small businesses. He is the creator and maintainer of a number of open source projects such as the Eve REST API Framework (Python), Cerberus Data Validation (Python), FatturaElettronica.NET (C#), and more. Awarded with the Microsoft MVP Award for Development Technologies, Nicola is also a Trainer and Speaker. He runs DevRomagna, the local development community in his area.

Nicola is a passionate Python and C# developer based in Ravenna, Italy. He is the co-founder of CIR2000 where he leads the development of Amica 10, an accounting software for Italian small businesses. He is the creator and maintainer of a number of o... Show more

Merab Tato Kutalia

Merab Tato Kutalia

Senior Engineering Manager. He’s an experienced international speaker, mentor and podcast host as well as a running enthusiast.

Senior Engineering Manager. He’s an experienced international speaker, mentor and podcast host as well as a running enthusiast. Show more

Ben Ferry

Ben Ferry

Ben Ferry is a Senior Analytics Consultant at Solita Germany with over seven years of experience delivering Power BI solutions across a range of industries. His work spans end-to-end report development, enterprise rollouts, training programs, and the implementation of data governance frameworks.

Ben is particularly known for his expertise in Power BI’s semantic model, data visualization, DAX, and advanced custom visuals using Deneb and Vega-Lite. He regularly speaks at conferences and facilitates workshops, where he focuses on helping others build more transparent, effective, and user-friendly reporting solutions.

Ben Ferry is a Senior Analytics Consultant at Solita Germany with over seven years of experience delivering Power BI solutions across a range of industries. His work spans end-to-end report development, enterprise rollouts, training programs, and the... Show more

Himanshu Singh

Himanshu Singh

Himanshu is a Full Stack Kotlin Engineer specializing in Android development. Recognized as a Google Developer Expert (GDE) for Android, he is an active speaker and content creator. Passionate about community building, Himanshu loves mentoring aspiring developers and helping them transition into the tech world.

Himanshu is a Full Stack Kotlin Engineer specializing in Android development. Recognized as a Google Developer Expert (GDE) for Android, he is an active speaker and content creator. Passionate about community building, Himanshu loves mentoring aspiri... Show more

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