Dr. Laura Borland, DSW, is a fatherhood advocate and founder of Dad-Ease, an ecosystem of solutions designed to promote parental parity. With a deep commitment to addressing the challenges faced by dads, she strives to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all parents. In a society where fathers are often unseen or undervalued in the parenting equation, Dr. Borland aims to spark a conversation about the importance of recognizing and supporting fathers in their parenting roles. Host of Gladverse TV, she is also a published author and writer, where she has been featured on television, radio, podcasts, and print.

Dr. Laura Borland, DSW, is a fatherhood advocate and founder of Dad-Ease, an ecosystem of solutions designed to promote parental parity. With a deep commitment to addressing the challenges faced by dads, she strives to create a more inclusive and sup... Show more

Diana is a Developer Advocate at Aircall. She has worked as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer focused on Observability. She is passionate about serverless, SecOps and machine learning. She is an active contributor to the OpenTelemetry open source project and supports women in tech.

Diana is a Developer Advocate at Aircall. She has worked as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer focused on Observability. She is passionate about serverless, SecOps and machine learning. She is an active contributor to the OpenTelemetry open source pr... Show more

For over 20 years, Daniel has worked as a software engineer in the Defense and Aerospace industry. His experience ranges from embedded device drivers to large logistics and information systems. In recent years, he has focused on helping legacy programs adopt modern DevOps practices. Daniel works with the open source community as part of Lockheed Martin's Open Source Program Office.

For over 20 years, Daniel has worked as a software engineer in the Defense and Aerospace industry. His experience ranges from embedded device drivers to large logistics and information systems. In recent years, he has focused on helping legacy progra... Show more

For more than a decade. I've been involved in the fascinating world of data! From SQL Server and SSIS, to Azure Data Factory, Synapse, Power BI, and more recently, Fabric. Day-to-day I'm a senior member of the data engineering team at Purple Frog Systems and in my spare time I run the Microsoft Data Platform Birmingham user group as well as my own blog.

Running a user group allows me to connect with amazing folks and either teach or learn from like-minded people. I've had the privilege of speaking at various user groups and conferences, giving back to the community wherever I can.

There's more to me than just data! I'm also the creator of the Data Luthier blog, where I talk all things tech and give a sneak peek into my other passion: guitars! Yup, I'm a total guitar geek – from playing to collecting, fixing, and even crafting my instruments.

For more than a decade. I've been involved in the fascinating world of data! From SQL Server and SSIS, to Azure Data Factory, Synapse, Power BI, and more recently, Fabric. Day-to-day I'm a senior member of the data engineering team at Purple Frog Sys... Show more

Kristoffer Yi Fredriksson has been a part of the web-industry for nearly as long as there has been a web-industry. He lived through the .com crash and has remade himself from game developer, to flash-developer, to HTML5 developer and finally concept development and digital strategy. The best thing with his professional career (according to himself) is that he has had the opportunity to shape a new kind of profession.

Kristoffer Yi Fredriksson has been a part of the web-industry for nearly as long as there has been a web-industry. He lived through the .com crash and has remade himself from game developer, to flash-developer, to HTML5 developer and finally concept ... Show more

Diplômée de l'ESAG Penninghen en conception graphique, j'ai été Directrice Artistique en agence pendant 10 ans. En quête de sens, c'est à la porte de TheodoApps que j'ai frappé il y a 5 ans pour devenir Lead Product Designer et aller à la rencontre des utilisateurs. C'est aujourd'hui par une approche émotionnelle et créative que je m’efforce d'avoir un impact positif sur la vie des gens, tout en répondant aux enjeux de mes clients.

Diplômée de l'ESAG Penninghen en conception graphique, j'ai été Directrice Artistique en agence pendant 10 ans. En quête de sens, c'est à la porte de TheodoApps que j'ai frappé il y a 5 ans pour devenir Lead Product Designer et aller à la rencontre d... Show more

Alfredo A. de Candia è un piccolo sviluppatore Android indipendente con all'attivo una quindicina di app dove troviamo un database personale di virus, uno strumento per cercare diverse transazioni tra oltre 20 blockchain differenti, un dizionario di Kanji giapponesi, ed il database più completo sui compleanni dei personaggi di anime e manga con oltre 15000 voci, una must app per tutti gli otaku.
Studente della lingua giapponese da oltre 9 anni, questo gli ha permesso di apprendere una lingua orientale e di approfondirla sotto quell'aspetto portando alla creazione proprio di un dizionario dei Kanji giapponesi con un metodo innovativo per le app di quel genere, inoltre sempre nell'ambito dell'approfondimento della lingua giapponese e delle cultura del Giappone ha anche scalato il Monte Fuji, simbolo per eccellenza del Giappone reso famoso proprio dalle opere di Hiroshige, poco più che ventenne, acquisendo una conoscenza della cultura che va oltre il semplice turista passeggero.
La sua passione per la tecnologia e le nuove tecnologie applicate in diversi settori hanno permesso che si affacciasse a diverse realtà come quella dello sviluppo Android e della tecnologia blockchain dove con il suo piccolo full node di bitcoin cercò di mettere in pratica quello che aveva appreso per poi spostarsi ad una blockchain nuova che era quella offerta da EOS diventandone da subito affascianto per la sua velocità e la quantità di dApp disponibili per quell'ecosistema e dove ha sempre cercato di imparare ad utilizzarle per comprenderne meglio il loro funzionamento.
Lo spirito divulgativo gli ha permesso di creare il suo canale YouTube dove con i suoi video tutorial e guide ha sempre cercato di informare e formare tutti gli appassionati e non del mondo della blockchain mettendosi in gioco in prima persona anche con proposte proprio sulla blockchain di EOS, come la proposta di referendum relativa alla ricompensa dei votanti invogliando gli stessi a votare, ma anche tramite il supporto offerto ai vari eventi in materia blockchain nella sua zona dimostrando come a piccoli passi è possibile contribuire in prima persona a far accrescere il livello di consapevolezza delle persone che partecipano ai relativi eventi.
Infine è doveroso citare anche il suo apporto, come contributore, alla testa giornalistica, specializzata nel relativo settore della blockchain e non, permettendo di raggiungere anche coloro che si trovano su tutto il territorio internazionale e non dato che gli articoli vengono anche pubblicati in lingua inglese e quindi permettere di entrare in comunicazione anche con persone di diverse nazionalità e culture differenti.

Alfredo A. de Candia è un piccolo sviluppatore Android indipendente con all'attivo una quindicina di app dove troviamo un database personale di virus, uno strumento per cercare diverse transazioni tra oltre 20 blockchain differenti, un dizionario di ... Show more

I am a software developer and love to explore new technologies. Currently exploring and learning 3D printing with my Bambu Lab A1

I am a software developer and love to explore new technologies. Currently exploring and learning 3D printing with my Bambu Lab A1 Show more

techy, geek, dad, views are my own | vExpert 2016-2018, NTSP, CCA-V, Apple ACSA, Meraki CMNA | Co-Founder of @OpenHomelab & @OpenTechCast | EV ⚡️& Eco Fan

techy, geek, dad, views are my own | vExpert 2016-2018, NTSP, CCA-V, Apple ACSA, Meraki CMNA | Co-Founder of @OpenHomelab & @OpenTechCast | EV ⚡️& Eco Fan Show more

Yarden Dor is a dynamic technology leader and innovator at the forefront of AI and tech development. As the Program Manager for Microsoft Reactor, Yarden leads initiatives that empower developers, tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and startups to harness the power of AI and cutting-edge technologies. In this role, Yarden curates high-impact events, training, and community resources that drive innovation and foster connections within the global tech ecosystem.
In addition to her work at Microsoft, Yarden is the Coo of The Dor Brothers, one of the world’s leading AI video production companies. The Dor Brothers has earned international recognition for its groundbreaking work in AI-generated visuals, producing over 200 music videos and numerous commercials that have garnered more than 100 million views worldwide. The company's client roster includes industry giants such as Snoop Dogg, The Game, French Montana, Hugo Boss, and eToro, highlighting their expertise in merging creativity with advanced AI technology. Their work has been featured in prestigious publications such as Forbes, The New York Times, and academic research papers, cementing their position as thought leaders in the AI visuals space.
Yarden’s unique position at the intersection of corporate innovation and entrepreneurship in AI provides her with unparalleled insights into the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. Her deep understanding of AI's practical applications and ethical implications positions her as a key voice in the tech community. With a global perspective and extensive experience in the startup ecosystem, Yarden is dedicated to fostering innovation, driving AI adoption, and shaping the future of technology in an ethical and responsible manner.

Yarden Dor is a dynamic technology leader and innovator at the forefront of AI and tech development. As the Program Manager for Microsoft Reactor, Yarden leads initiatives that empower developers, tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and startups to harn... Show more

Andrea has over 10 years of experience within the management space. Her career path has certainly been a twisty one, to say the least. Starting off with a degree in English, she wound her way through technical writing in the manufacturing engineering industry, through to technical writing for a SaaS company, then a turn into change & release management, eventually leading her to Engineering Management where she currently works within the Client Platform space at Stitch Fix. In her free time, Andrea likes to spend time playing board games with her family, attending theater productions with her daughter, and reading psychological thriller books that she swears don’t keep her up at night.

Andrea has over 10 years of experience within the management space. Her career path has certainly been a twisty one, to say the least. Starting off with a degree in English, she wound her way through technical writing in the manufacturing engineering... Show more

Jodi Jones is a managing consultant at Lean TECHniques, where she specializes in product management and delivery. She is an accomplished IT professional with a proven track record leading software development teams with a focus on improving product development and delivery using agile techniques. Her background includes software development and delivery, project leadership, team leadership, and coaching. 

Jodi is a change enthusiast with a passion to make organizations and the technology community a great place to work for technology professionals. She has been a central figure in the Des Moines tech scene and has done invaluable work in organizing events, user groups and conferences. She organizes the DevOpsDays Des Moines and Agile Iowa conference and helped plan the DevOpsDays Global Organizer summit.

Jodi Jones is a managing consultant at Lean TECHniques, where she specializes in product management and delivery. She is an accomplished IT professional with a proven track record leading software development teams with a focus on improving product d... Show more

René Wilby is a seasoned freelance software engineer specializing in development of full-stack web apps, microservices, APIs, and DevOps. René also has extensive experience as a university lecturer, trainer and speaker.

René Wilby is a seasoned freelance software engineer specializing in development of full-stack web apps, microservices, APIs, and DevOps. René also has extensive experience as a university lecturer, trainer and speaker. Show more

I started my career in IT as an iOS developer back in the days of the iPhone 3GS. I tried different roles and worked as an engineering manager and even a CTO in a small startup. Three years ago, I joined JetBrains as a developer advocate for Kotlin. Now I have become a product marketing manager for Kotlin Multiplatform, as I love mobile development and strongly believe in a crossplatform approach, with Kotlin Multiplatform, of course. 😁  I’m also a co-host of a famous IT podcast for the Russian-speaking audience.

I started my career in IT as an iOS developer back in the days of the iPhone 3GS. I tried different roles and worked as an engineering manager and even a CTO in a small startup. Three years ago, I joined JetBrains as a developer advocate for Kotlin. ... Show more

Passionate about front-end development and UX, I turn interfaces into smooth and effective experiences. Naturally curious, I also explore ‘under the hood’ code to refine every step of the process. I talk about development, design, and team collaboration with a sprinkle of humor and plenty of nerdy analogies.

Passionate about front-end development and UX, I turn interfaces into smooth and effective experiences. Naturally curious, I also explore ‘under the hood’ code to refine every step of the process. I talk about development, design, and team collaborat... Show more

Phil Bossman (@Schlauge) is a PowerShell enthusiast with a passion for learning. Phil is currently a Citrix Architect and End User Computing expert in the Raleigh, NC area. Phil is a co-organizer of the Research Triangle PowerShell User Group (@rtpsug).

Phil Bossman (@Schlauge) is a PowerShell enthusiast with a passion for learning. Phil is currently a Citrix Architect and End User Computing expert in the Raleigh, NC area. Phil is a co-organizer of the Research Triangle PowerShell User Group (@rtpsu... Show more

Author of "Programming LLMs with Azure Open AI" (Microsoft Press, 2024), Francesco is currently Head of Engineering & Data at Crionet, a primary sport-tech firm, where he started writing software and algorithms at the venerable age of 12. He coordinates a team of 30 developers and data scientists doing applications primarily on the .NET stack. As an entrepreneur, he founded Youbiquitous, a data analysis and software factory working primarily on the Python stack, and KBMS Data Force, a startup in Digital Therapy and intelligent healthcare, where he serves as CTO.

Author of "Programming LLMs with Azure Open AI" (Microsoft Press, 2024), Francesco is currently Head of Engineering & Data at Crionet, a primary sport-tech firm, where he started writing software and algorithms at the venerable age of 12. He coordina... Show more

Lirone Glikman is an international speaker, a thought leader in the areas of business networking and personal branding, and a global business development consultant catering to startup and high-tech companies. She has been researching business communication in a digital, evolving world.

Over the past decade, Lirone has developed a methodology for achieving business results through authentic networking. She has spoken and taught to hundreds of thousands of professionals worldwide, including developers, executives, and entrepreneurs in leading corporations, universities, and governments globally. She has also presented on some of the world's most prestigious stages, such as the United Nations.

Lirone has gained over 20 years of global work experience, working for corporations in Australia, the U.S., and Israel. She holds a B.A. in social sciences and management from the Open University and is a seasoned contributor to Entrepreneur.com magazine.

Lirone Glikman is an international speaker, a thought leader in the areas of business networking and personal branding, and a global business development consultant catering to startup and high-tech companies. She has been researching business commun... Show more

Kris Jenkins is a Developer Advocate, podcast host, veteran contractor, and former Co-Founder of a successful gold-trading business. He's particularly interested in software design, functional programming, real-time systems and electronic music.

Kris Jenkins is a Developer Advocate, podcast host, veteran contractor, and former Co-Founder of a successful gold-trading business. He's particularly interested in software design, functional programming, real-time systems and electronic music. Show more

Brecht De Ruyte is a self-taught front-end developer located in Belgium with a passion for UX and Design. During the day you can find him working at iO, a full service agency. Besides that, he is also a Google Developer Expert, Smashing Magazine writer and blog owner of utilitybend.com. He also participates in the W3C communities: Open UI, CSS-next, and WHATNOT

Brecht De Ruyte is a self-taught front-end developer located in Belgium with a passion for UX and Design. During the day you can find him working at iO, a full service agency. Besides that, he is also a Google Developer Expert, Smashing Magazine writ... Show more

Ingo Eichhorst is a tech expert with over 15 years of experience as a developer, solution architect, and CTO. Currently, he works as an engineering trainer at IONOS and as a lecturer for Machine Learning and Generative AI at the University of Applied Sciences Nordhausen. As a solution architect at Monstarlab and KPMG, he developed AI solutions for industry, banking, legal tech, and e-commerce. In addition to his involvement with AI startups and open-source projects, where he is responsible for technical planning and implementation, he works as a mentor and regularly shares his knowledge at tech conferences.

Ingo Eichhorst is a tech expert with over 15 years of experience as a developer, solution architect, and CTO. Currently, he works as an engineering trainer at IONOS and as a lecturer for Machine Learning and Generative AI at the University of Applied... Show more

I have had the privilege of transitioning from a software developer to an Engineering leader role. This journey has been immensely fulfilling, and it has allowed me to gain a comprehensive understanding of the technical, managerial, and business aspects of Computer Science, various technologies and software development.

As a developer, I was deeply involved in coding, data analysis, problem-solving, and collaborating with peers to create recommendation engines and pricing models. Over time, my passion for technology evolved into a desire to lead and inspire others. Today, as an Engineering leader, I focus on fostering a culture of continuous learning, mentorship, and collaboration within my team. My goal is to empower individuals to reach their full potential, both technically and professionally. Alongside my career I do like to stay involved in the technical community and be in the forefront of technology. Some of my volunteering work and other credentials include: 
* IEEE Sr Member and member of IEEE Computer Society
* Member, IEEE SA P3493.1 - Working Group on Secure, Compliant, Coordinated, and Inclusive Healthcare Data Recycling.
* Peer Reviewed 15+ IEEE Conference Papers 
* Active Manuscript reviewer - Peer Reviewed 5+ Books on Technology by Manning Publication 
* Judged Multiple Awards (such as Globee, Business Intellegence etc.)
* Judged & Mendored in Several Hackathons 

I have had the privilege of transitioning from a software developer to an Engineering leader role. This journey has been immensely fulfilling, and it has allowed me to gain a comprehensive understanding of the technical, managerial, and business aspe... Show more

With 20+ years in technology leadership, Kiran Patibandla drives innovation in Retail, Media, and Banking. He designs scalable Cloud and Data Platforms for Walmart, integrating Generative AI to enhance analytics and commercialization. Previously, at Infovision and Verizon, he shaped the $9B FiOS Quantum TV Platform and integrated Amazon Alexa, and Voice-enabled BLE Remote enabling conversational capabilities and setting industry benchmarks in digital TV.

With 20+ years in technology leadership, Kiran Patibandla drives innovation in Retail, Media, and Banking. He designs scalable Cloud and Data Platforms for Walmart, integrating Generative AI to enhance analytics and commercialization. Previously, at ... Show more

[Azure MVP - Cloud Solution Architect]

Soy Sergio Hernández Macebo, Ingeniero en Informática por la Facultad UCM de Madrid.
Desde 2012 centrado en el desarrollo de aplicaciones Microsoft, desde aplicaciones Sharepoint On premises en todas sus versiones, a aplicaciones Office 365 (Sharepoint & Dynamics CRM).
Desde hace unos años dedico mi actividad a la coordinación de proyectos desde la figura de Team Leader sobretodo proyectos cloud en Azure, así como lidear el equipo de Team Leader, que incluye tanto el liderazgo del equipo de proyectos. En la actualidad muy centrado en definir arquitecturas empresariales y globales a una gran compañia multinacional, basadas en soluciones Cloud.

Enamorado de la tecnología, participo en revistas técnicas como Compartimoss, colaborador en distintos grupos de usuarios como SUGES, asiduo en eventos de la comunidad Microsoft como ponente u organizador, además de contar con una comunidad de usuarios propia llamada Crossdevlopment, que da cabida a que cualquiera que tenga un buen tema que compartir tenga un espacio para ser escuchado.

[Azure MVP - Cloud Solution Architect] Soy Sergio Hernández Macebo, Ingeniero en Informática por la Facultad UCM de Madrid. Desde 2012 centrado en el desarrollo de aplicaciones Microsoft, desde aplicaciones Sharepoint On premises en todas sus v... Show more

Nils Kaczenski started his journey into IT in 1983 when he purchased his C64 after a short but very intense phase of longing. Sleepless nights with BASIC spaghetti code and peek-poke-posters were to follow.

Since the mid-90's Nils has been working as a consultant for Windows-based networks, giving technical and strategical advice to companies and IT pros. Acknowledging his community engagement, Microsoft have awarded him as MVP each year since 2003.

Nils lives in Hannover, Germany, with his family. He works there as Tech Lead with an IT service provider. He focuses on IT security, digitalization and IT strategy.

Apart from his official work, Nils is known as a technical writer and as an award-winning speaker at conferences and community events. His IT author blog faq-o-matic.net that he runs with more than 100 authors has been one of the most important IT community resources since 2005.

Nils Kaczenski started his journey into IT in 1983 when he purchased his C64 after a short but very intense phase of longing. Sleepless nights with BASIC spaghetti code and peek-poke-posters were to follow. Since the mid-90's Nils has been working... Show more

Anda is an AI Engineer & Product Manager who loves building intelligent products.

Anda is an AI Engineer & Product Manager who loves building intelligent products. Show more

Aakansha is passionate about Free and open-source software (FOSS) and loves deep diving into the internals of Javascript and React. Being one of the core maintainers of Excalidraw, she spends most of the time with Canvas. She leads the FOSS meetups in Bangalore, India. Beyond her tech interests, she is a big foodie, loves traveling, and spending quality time with her family.

Aakansha is passionate about Free and open-source software (FOSS) and loves deep diving into the internals of Javascript and React. Being one of the core maintainers of Excalidraw, she spends most of the time with Canvas. She leads the FOSS meetups i... Show more

Manuela Raidl is an Agile Master and Agile Coach in the automotive industries with a background in software testing. Holding a Bachelor's degree in technical mathematics she is currently working on her Master thesis.

Her journey into agile leadership began unexpectedly, when she was offered the role of a Scrum Master. Through embracing this opportunity and navigating various challenges during the past four years, Manuela has emerged as a respected and well-known figure in the agile community at Bosch and made her first appearance as speaker at the Agile Tour Vienna 2024.

Manuela Raidl is an Agile Master and Agile Coach in the automotive industries with a background in software testing. Holding a Bachelor's degree in technical mathematics she is currently working on her Master thesis. Her journey into agile leader... Show more

Kristóf is a Cloud & DevOps Engineer who values innovation, dedication and excellence. He currently works at Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions HU on an international project with a diverse, multinational team, where he manages and implements features in a fully Cloud Native infrastructure ensuring optimal workload balancing, resiliency and cost efficiency.

His interest with the new wave of Big Data and AI has lead him to dive deep into the world of said topics, gaining and transferring as much knowledge as possible.

To aid his career, Kristóf has done and is currently in the process of completing several certifications, such as CKA, CKS, AWS Soultions Architect and AWS Data Engineer. He is actively looking to participate in community events, mainly about AWS or Cloud Native Technologies

Kristóf is a Cloud & DevOps Engineer who values innovation, dedication and excellence. He currently works at Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions HU on an international project with a diverse, multinational team, where he manages and implements features in ... Show more

Marco Pierobon is a seasoned Developer at Thoughtworks with well over a decade of experience in designing and implementing distributed applications. Specializing in cloud native technologies, he has led cross-functional teams in transitioning from project-based to product-oriented approaches.
Marco has successfully orchestrated migrations of legacy systems to modern web-based platforms, significantly enhancing system scalability and performance.
An active contributor to the tech community, he has presented at industry and tech conferences alike. Marco is passionate about driving innovation and efficiency in software development, aligning with the latest trends in cloud computing and AI integration.

Marco Pierobon is a seasoned Developer at Thoughtworks with well over a decade of experience in designing and implementing distributed applications. Specializing in cloud native technologies, he has led cross-functional teams in transitioning from pr... Show more