David is the Open Source Program Office Manager at Dynatrace, where he leads open-source strategy, governance, and security efforts. He works closely with engineering teams to drive adoption and community growth for projects like Keptn, OpenFeature, and OpenTelemetry.
With 10+ years of experience in cloud-native and open-source, David specializes in aligning teams, shaping strategy, and building industry partnerships with companies like Google and Spotify. As a CNCF Ambassador and active member of the InnerSource Commons and TODO Group, he champions open collaboration and helps organizations navigate the open-source landscape.
Passionate about data-driven impact, David focuses on accelerating adoption, growing communities, and organizing industry events that bring people together.

David is the Open Source Program Office Manager at Dynatrace, where he leads open-source strategy, governance, and security efforts. He works closely with engineering teams to drive adoption and community growth for projects like Keptn, OpenFeature, ... Show more

Lirone Glikman is an international speaker, bestselling author, and consultant on business networking and personal branding using AI, and business development for startups and high-tech companies. She has consulted and spoken to developers, founders, and women leaders in 27 countries, sharing her methodology for achieving business results through authentic connections.

She is the author of the amazon bestseller "The Super Connector's Playbook". With over 20 years of global experience across Europe, Australia, and the U.S., she brings both corporate and startup perspectives to the tech world. Lirone contributes to leading global magazines and serves as an executive director at a UN-affiliated NGO supporting the Sustainable Development Goals.

Lirone Glikman is an international speaker, bestselling author, and consultant on business networking and personal branding using AI, and business development for startups and high-tech companies. She has consulted and spoken to developers, founders,... Show more

Paulien (a Microsoft 365 cloud Consultant & Business Applications MVP) started her career as a SharePoint developer. When she had to create a Power App for a client she was sold and started working as a Power Platform developer. She now is a Microsoft cloud Consultant at Qubix. Where she can combine her love for Power Platform and development.

Paulien (a Microsoft 365 cloud Consultant & Business Applications MVP) started her career as a SharePoint developer. When she had to create a Power App for a client she was sold and started working as a Power Platform developer. She now is a Microsof... Show more

Angel Tucker is a bestselling author, award-winning Personality Strategist, and Certified Human Behavior Consultant (C.H.B.C.) who has been inspiring audiences across North America for nearly three decades. As an expert personality profiler, she empowers people to “read” others in 60 seconds or less using the DISC Model of Human Behavior. This insight transforms communication, strengthens relationships, and drives both personal and professional success.
Angel’s dynamic presentations blend humor, science, and real-world application, equipping audiences to reduce conflict, build trust, and create win-win interactions in every area of life. Her bestselling book Stop Squatting With Your Spurs On became a national bestseller the month it was released, and her award-winning children’s series The Four Pals teaches kids to appreciate personality differences early on.
A highly sought-after speaker and media resource, Angel has worked with top organizations including Wal-Mart, EXIT Realty, the U.S. Air Force, and San Diego State University, helping teams and leaders maximize human potential with DISC.

Angel Tucker is a bestselling author, award-winning Personality Strategist, and Certified Human Behavior Consultant (C.H.B.C.) who has been inspiring audiences across North America for nearly three decades. As an expert personality profiler, she empo... Show more

Jan is a developer advocate and full-stack developer at Superface. He is enthusiastic about teaching web development, making developers' lifes easier, and studying obscure histories of computing. He lives in Prague, Czech Republic.

Jan is a developer advocate and full-stack developer at Superface. He is enthusiastic about teaching web development, making developers' lifes easier, and studying obscure histories of computing. He lives in Prague, Czech Republic. Show more

I’m a strategic consultant, learning designer, and gamification expert with over 20 years of experience helping organisations drive social and environmental impact through experiential learning. I've had the privilege to work with over 40 organisations and train more than 2,000 individuals across three continents, creating transformative learning experiences that build 21st-century skills.

My work bridges gamification with sustainability, equipping purpose-driven organisations to achieve measurable impact through playful and experiential approaches. I’m passionate about fostering a world of equal rights and opportunities where diverse, active citizens work towards an inclusive, innovative, and sustainable future.

If you’re a purpose-driven organisation, an educator, or a changemaker seeking to amplify your impact and cultivate future-ready skills, let’s explore how we can make a difference together. I’m ready to collaborate and bring lasting change. Let’s change the world together!

I’m a strategic consultant, learning designer, and gamification expert with over 20 years of experience helping organisations drive social and environmental impact through experiential learning. I've had the privilege to work with over 40 organisatio... Show more

Ana Neri is a Senior Software Engineer specializing in live streaming and large-scale user flow on one of the major finance education platforms. She utilizes NestJS, Typescript, NodeJS, and Serverless in her work. Ana has been recognized as a Women Tech Makers Ambassador by Google, leads the NodeBR community, and volunteers at Womakerscode. She creates technical content on her social media channels and showcases her skills as a heavy metal bassist and gym rat.

Ana Neri is a Senior Software Engineer specializing in live streaming and large-scale user flow on one of the major finance education platforms. She utilizes NestJS, Typescript, NodeJS, and Serverless in her work. Ana has been recognized as a Women T... Show more

Gunnard began in software development during the Dot Com boom of the 2000s in Atlanta, Ga. The rapidly changing landscape of technology and needs created an environment full of learning opportunities -- beginning with Perl and quickly moving to PHP. He specializes in the modernization of legacy applications, APIs and creating modern development team solutions.

Gunnard Believes in FOSS and has contributed to projects such as Wordpress, The Devil Box, and DischordPHP. As an author, Gunnard has written multiple articles for php[Architect] magazine as well as 2 books from APRESS Publishing on PHP 8. Gunnard has also been a notable speaker at multiple conferences such as MadisonPHP, longhornPHP, Techlahoma and Chaos Carnaval.

You may find him at gunnard.org, @gunnard@phpc.social on Mastoodn, @gunnard on twitter or his pseudonym @ansivideos on youtube. Gunnard currently lives in the north Georgia mountains with his wife, two boys, 12 chickens and 3 goats.

Gunnard began in software development during the Dot Com boom of the 2000s in Atlanta, Ga. The rapidly changing landscape of technology and needs created an environment full of learning opportunities -- beginning with Perl and quickly moving to PHP. ... Show more

Toby Wagstaff is a highly skilled writer, editor, and script consultant with extensive experience in the fields of entertainment and conversational AI. Originally from the United Kingdom, he earned first-class honors in Philosophy and Modern Languages (Italian) from the University of Oxford. Now residing in New York, he continues to push the boundaries of creative storytelling and technology.

During his academic journey, Toby spent a formative year in Rome, where he attended the Università degli Studi Roma Tre. While there, he immersed himself in cinema and art history, volunteered as a teaching assistant, and directed a production of The Importance of Being Earnest. His time in Rome also allowed him to develop a passion for photography and work as an English tutor, further broadening his skill set.

After completing his degree at Oxford, Toby launched his career in London's film industry. He started by working in script analysis and production coordination at Studio 8 Productions and Peace Arch Films. His practical experience was further enhanced by an internship in post-production on the BBC series Monarch of the Glen, where he gained hands-on experience in film editing, sound mixing, and color correction.

In 2004, Toby gained his first significant production experience on the feature film Shadows in the Sun, starring Harvey Keitel and Joshua Jackson. Filmed in Tuscany and London, he served as an assistant to the producers and a translator and even took on the role of an on-screen double for the lead actor.

Later that year, Toby moved to the US to join Fierce Entertainment as a Creative Executive. In this role, he was instrumental in developing the company's first in-house feature, War, starring Jet Li and Jason Statham. His contributions also led to the expansion of the company's buyers' rep operation. Recognizing his passion for writing, Toby transitioned to a role at Original Content, where he focused on discovering and mentoring new screenwriting talent.

Toby Wagstaff eventually shifted to full-time screenwriting, with his first spec script, Arena, being optioned by Summit Entertainment in 2008. Over the years, he has continued to write and sell screenplays in various genres, including thrillers like The Day I Die and YA dramas like Break My Bones. His assignments have also included projects such as the graphic novel adaptation Shrapnel and romantic comedy rewrites for television.

In recent years, Toby has applied his writing expertise to the field of conversational AI. He has been involved in training and refining AI models for a leading tech company, using his creative skills to explore new possibilities in this emerging field. Although he believes AI will never replace the human touch in creative writing, he is excited about its potential to enhance access to information and address global challenges.

Outside of his professional life, Toby Wagstaff is passionate about music, photography, fencing, and nature exploration. He has played guitar and bass in various bands since his teenage years and was a top-ranked youth fencer in the UK, representing Oxford University. In his free time, he enjoys capturing dramatic landscapes with his 35mm SLR camera.

Toby Wagstaff is a highly skilled writer, editor, and script consultant with extensive experience in the fields of entertainment and conversational AI. Originally from the United Kingdom, he earned first-class honors in Philosophy and Modern Language... Show more

Shibam Dhar is a Developer Relations Engineer at Harness, where he focuses on building seamless developer experiences, creating educational content, and fostering strong community connections. With a background that spans over five years in Developer Relations, he has worked at the intersection of technology and people, helping developers adopt tools with confidence and clarity.

Previously, Shibam served as a Developer Advocate at DronaHQ, where he led initiatives that combined technical storytelling, documentation, and content creation to drive product adoption and community growth. He is also the founder of Codentech, a community that bridges the gap between technology and learners through collaboration, mentorship, and skill-building opportunities.

Shibam's journey includes leadership roles with Mozilla, Microsoft Learn Student Ambassadors, ACM, and Hack Club, where he has nurtured innovation and community-driven learning. Known for his engaging talks, accessible writing, and enthusiasm for connecting with developers, Shibam brings both technical expertise and a genuine love for community to everything he does.

Shibam Dhar is a Developer Relations Engineer at Harness, where he focuses on building seamless developer experiences, creating educational content, and fostering strong community connections. With a background that spans over five years in Develop... Show more

David Lozzi (low-zee) is a technology leader with over 25 years of experience delivering innovative solutions and guiding global teams. He is the Global IT Director at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), where he leads the design and implementation of next-generation AI and knowledge solutions that empower BCG’s consultants and clients worldwide.

David is a sought-after speaker and trainer, having presented at numerous conferences and events on topics such as Generative AI, ReactJS, Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Azure. He also shares insights and hands-on learnings through his long-running blog, davidlozzi.com.

Beyond his professional work, David is an active contributor to the Boston technology community, supporting local user groups and mentoring peers. He also volunteers with various organizations, rides in the Pan-Mass Challenge, and embraces his passion as a Star Wars nerd.

David Lozzi (low-zee) is a technology leader with over 25 years of experience delivering innovative solutions and guiding global teams. He is the Global IT Director at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), where he leads the design and implementation of nex... Show more

Roushanak is a renowned expert in AI and data science, with a strong focus on deep learning applications. She has a diverse background, having worked in both academia and industry, and has been recognised as a Google Cloud Innovator Champion. Currently, she is a data scientist lead at IBM, London.

With a PhD in AI, computer vision, and medical imaging from Heriot-Watt University, Roushanak possesses deep expertise in developing advanced algorithms and modelling. She has lecturered at Ulster University, researched at prestigious institutions such as the University of Cambridge, University of St Andrews and the Institute of Cancer Research.

Roushanak also has industry experience, having worked at Elekta, a leading medical technology company, where she was a pioneering AI expert who helped revolutionise radiotherapy by developing innovative solutions for cancer treatment. Her work had a significant impact on the field, improving patient outcomes and advancing the use of AI in healthcare.

Roushanak is a passionate advocate for education and community building in the field of AI. She is an active public speaker, tech blogger, and YouTube creator, Women in Tech Ambassador and Community Lead where she shares her insights and expertise with a wider audience. She is also a dedicated mentor, providing guidance and support to individuals inside and outside of IBM.

Roushanak has demonstrated exceptional leadership and collaboration skills, with a proven track record of leading teams and managing complex projects.

Roushanak is a renowned expert in AI and data science, with a strong focus on deep learning applications. She has a diverse background, having worked in both academia and industry, and has been recognised as a Google Cloud Innovator Champion. Current... Show more

Certified Kotlin, Swift and JavaScript Expert. Capable of many experiences that you will never expect from a "student" level. Experienced with many projects, hackathons, endorsements etc. More than 100 certificates about software development and more than 100 repositories on GitHub. Public speaker on various events such as DevFest and Android Worldwide, creative Medium-type-blog writer and certainly a Linkedin enthusiast.

Certified Kotlin, Swift and JavaScript Expert. Capable of many experiences that you will never expect from a "student" level. Experienced with many projects, hackathons, endorsements etc. More than 100 certificates about software development and more... Show more

As a Lead Developer Advocate at Dell Technologies, Laura Santamaria loves to learn and explain how things work to bridge the gaps in engineering disciplines. She is a cohost of the Cloud Native Compass podcast and was the curator for A Minute on the Mic, a cohost for The Hallway Track podcast, and the host of Quick Bites of Cloud Engineering. In the past, she’s worked in many roles, including as a software developer, an ops specialist building and running platforms, a part-time CTO, a technical writer, an editor, a science educator, and a literacy and education researcher. In all of these roles, she spent time building, maintaining, and observing communities of practice. That experience with communities, coupled with both a love of science and data from her degree work in earth and atmospheric sciences and a love of education, led her to developer advocacy.

As a community member, she co-hosts multiple meetups in the Austin, Texas, area, including Cloud Austin. For many years, she taught Python for the Women Who Code Austin meetup and co-hosted Austin DevOps, as well. She is an organizer for DevOpsDays Austin, DevOpsDays Texas, and PyTexas, all community-run conferences. For the past few years, she has been a returning program committee member for Open Source Summit’s Cloud Open track that explores cloud infrastructure and cloud apps. Outside of tech, Laura runs (slowly), reads (a lot), takes pictures of cars, plays with her dogs, and watches clouds—the real kind.

As a Lead Developer Advocate at Dell Technologies, Laura Santamaria loves to learn and explain how things work to bridge the gaps in engineering disciplines. She is a cohost of the Cloud Native Compass podcast and was the curator for A Minute on the ... Show more

Dr. Ryan Rad is a Professor at Northeastern University's Khoury College of Computer Sciences and an adjunct professor at the University of British Columbia. With over a decade of experience in AI, he brings a rare blend of academic depth and industry know-how, having held research, engineering, and leadership roles at both startups and tech giants like Microsoft. Driven by a passion for education, Dr. Rad has taught courses in Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Generative AI, and Data Science at five universities. His research focuses on developing resource-efficient generative AI systems for edge deployment to reduce computational costs and environmental impact. A sought-after speaker and advisor, he has presented his work internationally and published extensively—delivering over 50 talks and research papers at leading conferences and institutions around the world.

Dr. Ryan Rad is a Professor at Northeastern University's Khoury College of Computer Sciences and an adjunct professor at the University of British Columbia. With over a decade of experience in AI, he brings a rare blend of academic depth and industry... Show more

Founder of the Rawkode Academy, open source contributor, and beloved husband and father to my wife, two amazing kids, and a plethora of animals.

David has been developing software professionally for nearly 20 years, starting with embedded systems written in C back in 2004, and has spent that entire time learning the paradigms of different programming languages, including C++, PHP, Java, and Haskell - though more recently preferring to work with Go, Rust, and Pony.

As a professional technology magpie, David was an early adopter of cloud, containers, and cloud-native technologies. During his time as the Director of Development for a rock and metal media organization called TeamRock (now LouderSound), David was responsible for the software, infrastructure, and website during its biggest test: the unfortunate death of Lemmy Kilmister. Fortunately, due to his desire to experiment and play with new technologies, David and his team had already migrated their slow to provision virtual-machine centric infrastructure to containerised workloads running on Amazon Web Services the year prior, 2014, not long after the public launch of Docker.

As much as David enjoys writing software, scaling infrastructure, and leading teams, he quickly realised that his passion was helping others learn and be successful. David started presenting at local user groups in 2016, slowly working up to conferences, before eventually moving into a full-time Developer Advocacy position at InfluxData - where he presented and taught workshops at 42 events in 2019.

Outside of technology, David enjoys reading science fiction, drinking craft beer and whisky, and very-very-very slowly learning to play the piano.

Founder of the Rawkode Academy, open source contributor, and beloved husband and father to my wife, two amazing kids, and a plethora of animals. David has been developing software professionally for nearly 20 years, starting with embedded systems ... Show more

I’m the Head of Engineering Branding at Wix. In this role, I lead Wix Engineering’s global brand presence and developer community initiatives, amplifying our unique engineering voice. I am the author of Tiebreaker: The Power of Networking, Communities, and Personal Branding and the founder of the Tech & Innovation Forum, an Israeli Telegram broadcast channel with over 13,800 subscribers from the tech industry.

I’m the Head of Engineering Branding at Wix. In this role, I lead Wix Engineering’s global brand presence and developer community initiatives, amplifying our unique engineering voice. I am the author of Tiebreaker: The Power of Networking, Communitie... Show more

Timothy (SVP @ AvePoint) is a seasoned expert in digital transformation and workplace modernization, specializing in productivity, information management, data governance, and automation. With over 20 years’ experience in helping organizations tame the 'Wild West' of unstructured collaborative information, Timothy has spearheaded modernization initiatives across Australia, Singapore, Japan, and the USA in the Public Sector, Commercial, and everywhere in between. As a recognized thought leader, Timothy actively contributes to industry knowledge through published articles and speaking engagements at events like KMworld, ARMA NOVA, AIIM, 365EduCon, SharePoint Saturday, and more. His dynamic insights and leadership in productivity tools like SharePoint, Teams, and Microsoft 365 leave audiences inspired to leverage collaborative cloud technology for transformative business success.

Connect with me here: https://timothyb.com.au/

Timothy (SVP @ AvePoint) is a seasoned expert in digital transformation and workplace modernization, specializing in productivity, information management, data governance, and automation. With over 20 years’ experience in helping organizations tame t... Show more

Tatiana is Head of Product at a Norwegian fintech company, where she bridges design, engineering and business to create products that work in the real world. With a background in both IT and design, she focuses on turning complexity into clarity and helping teams deliver products that delight customers while driving business value.

Tatiana is Head of Product at a Norwegian fintech company, where she bridges design, engineering and business to create products that work in the real world. With a background in both IT and design, she focuses on turning complexity into clarity and ... Show more

I assist individuals, teams and structures in realizing their potential.
I alternately serve as a trainer, consultant, coach, change agent, and facilitator.
Certified in SAFe (Practice Consultant) and a founding member of the French-speaking RTE community (with Orange, Air France, Société Générale, EDF, Enedis, Macif, Murex, Pôle Emploi, etc.).
Speaker at Agile Tour Aix Marseille 2018, 2019, 2023 and 2024.
Speaker at Agile Grenoble 2023.

I assist individuals, teams and structures in realizing their potential. I alternately serve as a trainer, consultant, coach, change agent, and facilitator. Certified in SAFe (Practice Consultant) and a founding member of the French-speaking RTE co... Show more

Architect and software generalist. Rustacian. Java veteran. Sustainable computing advocate. Web assembly enthousiast. Occasional Embedded Rust streamer.

Architect and software generalist. Rustacian. Java veteran. Sustainable computing advocate. Web assembly enthousiast. Occasional Embedded Rust streamer. Show more

It is safe to say that I have an odd mix of experiences. After graduating from Penn State University, I worked for the federal government for a decade in various analyst roles doing things as mundane as personnel budgeting and as exciting as presenting to the Director of the FBI and testifying as an expert to grand juries.

After leaving civil service, my next decade was spent attempting to perfect theme park vacations by working for TouringPlans.com. We used statistics and lots and lots of research to optimize peoples theme park trips and I assisted in many ways from research tasks and writing to starting a travel agency to filming YouTube videos that have over 1 million views.

Now I am a consultant at Centric Consulting, helping companies rethink their data strategies. I am thrilled to once again share my experiences by speaking about data strategy, project management, consulting, statistics, theme parks and, frankly, anything else.

It is safe to say that I have an odd mix of experiences. After graduating from Penn State University, I worked for the federal government for a decade in various analyst roles doing things as mundane as personnel budgeting and as exciting as presenti... Show more

Madhu Akula is a pragmatic security leader and creator of Kubernetes Goat, an intentionally vulnerable by-design Kubernetes Cluster to learn and practice Kubernetes Security. He is a published author and Cloud Native Security Architect with extensive experience. Also, he is an active member of the international security, DevOps, and Cloud Native communities (null, DevSecOps, AllDayDevOps, AWS, CNCF, USENIX, etc). He holds industry certifications like CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator), CKS (Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist), OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), etc.

Madhu frequently speaks and runs training sessions at security events and conferences worldwide including DEFCON 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 & 32, BlackHat USA, ASIA, EU (2018, 19, 21, 22, 23 & 24), USENIX LISA 2018, 19 & 21, SANS Cloud Security Summit 2021 & 2022, O’Reilly Velocity EU 2019, Github Satellite 2020, Appsec EU (2018, 19 & 22), All Day DevOps (2016, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23), DevSecCon (London, Singapore, Boston), DevOpsDays India, c0c0n(2017, 18), Nullcon 2018, 19, 21 & 22, SACON, Serverless Summit, null and multiple others.

His research has identified vulnerabilities in over 200+ companies and organizations including; Google, Microsoft, LinkedIn, eBay, AT&T, WordPress, NTOP, Adobe, etc. and is credited with multiple CVEs, Acknowledgements, and rewards. He is co-author of Security Automation with Ansible2 (ISBN-13: 978-1788394512), which is listed as a technical resource by Red Hat Ansible. He is the technical reviewer for Learn Kubernetes Security, and Practical Ansible2 books by Packt Pub. Also won 1st prize for building an Infrastructure Security Monitoring solution at InMobi flagship hackathon among 100+ engineering teams.

Madhu Akula is a pragmatic security leader and creator of Kubernetes Goat, an intentionally vulnerable by-design Kubernetes Cluster to learn and practice Kubernetes Security. He is a published author and Cloud Native Security Architect with extensive... Show more

Aanvi Dogra is a senior at Dublin Jerome High School who is also attending Columbus State Community College to earn her Computer Science Cybersecurity Major AAS. She is passionate about technology and learning about new technological advancements. She takes pride in uplifting her community, especially young students and she does this by volunteer organizations and clubs. In her free time, she enjoys working with kids and fostering a passion for STEM within children, as well as spending time with her family and friends.

Aanvi Dogra is a senior at Dublin Jerome High School who is also attending Columbus State Community College to earn her Computer Science Cybersecurity Major AAS. She is passionate about technology and learning about new technological advancements. Sh... Show more

Tomiwa is an Offensive Security Engineer with a passion for exploring how attackers think, build, and operate. His work spans red teaming, adversary simulation, and security research, where he experiments with modern techniques for bypassing defenses and uncovering real-world attack paths.

With experience designing custom tools, running offensive security labs, and translating complex concepts into clear insights, he helps both technical and non-technical audiences understand the evolving threat landscape. He has spoken on topics ranging from ethical hacking and malware trends to practical steps for building resilient applications and infrastructure.

Beyond offensive security, he is a strong advocate for knowledge-sharing across the wider tech community whether mentoring aspiring security professionals, engaging with developers on secure coding practices, or contributing to open discussions on the future of cybersecurity.

Tomiwa is an Offensive Security Engineer with a passion for exploring how attackers think, build, and operate. His work spans red teaming, adversary simulation, and security research, where he experiments with modern techniques for bypassing defenses... Show more

Microsoft MVP in AI and Developer Technologies.
Azure Tech Group Lead.
Software Engineer (Verndale).
Areas: Cloud computing with Azure, web application development with .NET, and Artificial Intelligence.
Passionate about technology for the benefit of society.

Microsoft MVP in AI and Developer Technologies. Azure Tech Group Lead. Software Engineer (Verndale). Areas: Cloud computing with Azure, web application development with .NET, and Artificial Intelligence. Passionate about technology for the benefi... Show more

With 15 years of experience in the data and technology landscape, Ajinkya Soitkar is a Sr. Solutions Engineer based in Amsterdam. His deep expertise spans cloud-native and hybrid database architectures, data modernization strategies, and scalable, secure data solutions, making him a strategic partner for enterprises navigating digital transformation.

Currently focusing on Azure Databases at Microsoft. Ajinkya brings a wealth of experience helping organizations modernize their data platforms on the cloud. His journey with AWS began few as an Associate Technical Trainer in India and has since evolved across multiple geographies and technical roles. Today, he supports enterprise customers across Europe, helping them select and implement the right database technologies to power innovation and performance.

Ajinkya is also a recognized thought leader in the data community. He has delivered impactful talks at leading industry events like SQLBits 2023 and AWS Cloud Day Prague, where he shared insights on Amazon Aurora, Amazon Redshift, and Amazon QuickSight. His technical acumen is complemented by a passion for knowledge sharing, as demonstrated through his sessions on selecting the right database for the right workload and his appearances on AWS Community Sessions. He's now doing the same for Azure communities and influencing database business at Microsoft.

Looking ahead, Ajinkya is driven by a mission to continue enabling businesses to unlock the full potential of their data through well-architected, future-ready solutions. With a strong foundation in data architecture, public speaking, migration and modernization through customer engagements, he is able to help organizations thrive at the intersection of technology strategy and business impact.

With 15 years of experience in the data and technology landscape, Ajinkya Soitkar is a Sr. Solutions Engineer based in Amsterdam. His deep expertise spans cloud-native and hybrid database architectures, data modernization strategies, and scalable, se... Show more

I’m Jas from Melbourne. I currently work at Culture Amp as an Engineer Manager leading a passionate platform team that liaises with every product team in the company, primarily focussed on showcasing the Culture Amp products in the best possible light 💡

After finishing my Masters in Software Engineering at Melb Uni, I kickstarted my career as a mobile engineer. After working on some leading mobile apps in Australia for 5 years, I decided to learn how to build things the right way, which led me into the Test Automation world.

This helped me learn and work with some great teams and people building really good software with an eye for quality.

My journey naturally led me to my current role as an Engineering Manager after being a Quality Coach and a Staff Automation Engineer.

I also have an affinity to share my experience with the wider community. I’ve spoken in a variety of conferences across the globe. Testbash Liverpool, DDD Melbourne, Saucelabs’ SauceCon are some of them.

Latest obsession… unified observability at scale! (while also managing cost 😅)

I’m Jas from Melbourne. I currently work at Culture Amp as an Engineer Manager leading a passionate platform team that liaises with every product team in the company, primarily focussed on showcasing the Culture Amp products in the best possible ligh... Show more

Scott is an artist, engineer & dad, collaborating on a different kind of world. Into collective art, activism, therapy & open source nerdy stuff. Scott is a Cloud Native Ambassador, speaker, organizer of CNCF community events including the New York Kubernetes Meetup and New York KCD, and international conferences including GitOpsCon. He enjoys helping develop Free and Open Source Software that anyone can use, including co-maintaining CNCF projects Helm, Flux and OpenGitOps.

Scott is an artist, engineer & dad, collaborating on a different kind of world. Into collective art, activism, therapy & open source nerdy stuff. Scott is a Cloud Native Ambassador, speaker, organizer of CNCF community events including the New York K... Show more

geek@FLOSS.Slackware

Experienced Telecommunications Technician with a demonstrated history of working in the computer hardware industry. Skilled in Linux System Administration, Storage, Bash, and Event Management. Strong professional with a Diploma In Physics from University of Mauritius.

geek@FLOSS.Slackware Experienced Telecommunications Technician with a demonstrated history of working in the computer hardware industry. Skilled in Linux System Administration, Storage, Bash, and Event Management. Strong professional with a Dipl... Show more