I am an Independent Lead QA Consultant with over 10 years experience helping develop web applications. Director of Rubber Duck Consulting, a trainer having provided hands-on workshops across the UK, and an international keynote speaker. I've presented and facilitated at meetups and conferences all around Europe and in the USA.

I am a STEM ambassador and in my spare time I enjoy teaching children to code as a CodeClub volunteer.

I enjoy blogging and love helping build the local software community. I do this by attending, speaking at and organising local meetups as well as South Wales largest software development conference.

I am an Independent Lead QA Consultant with over 10 years experience helping develop web applications. Director of Rubber Duck Consulting, a trainer having provided hands-on workshops across the UK, and an international keynote speaker. I've presente... Show more

Andrei is an Innovation Researcher in the CTO Office at Komodor with 20+ years of engineering experience spanning startup co-founding (UP9), open source leadership at CA Technologies, performance testing at Yandex, and founding Loadosophia.org (acquired by BlazeMeter). He's the creator of multiple successful open source projects including Taurus, Helm Dashboard, Komoplane, and currently works on Klaudia AI assistant. As a passionate advocate for knowledge sharing, Andrei has been speaking at conferences worldwide for 15+ years, covering topics from performance testing to Kubernetes and AI. He believes in combining practical engineering with deep theoretical understanding to build technology that helps others succeed.

Andrei is an Innovation Researcher in the CTO Office at Komodor with 20+ years of engineering experience spanning startup co-founding (UP9), open source leadership at CA Technologies, performance testing at Yandex, and founding Loadosophia.org (acqui... Show more

René Schulte is Head of 3D and Quantum Communities of Practices at Reply working with teams across the globe on emerging technologies. Being a trusted advisor for our clients and an internationally recognized expert.

He is a creative developer, thought leader and digital content creator with a passion for UX and 20 years of deep technical knowledge in fields like Spatial Computing, Real-Time 3D, VR/AR, XR, VPS AR Cloud Real-World Metaverse, Reality Capture, Digital Humans, Quantum Computing, Generative AI, Deep Learning and more.

He was featured on Forbes and is invited as expert to global TV stations and a frequent keynote speaker and panelist at conferences like //build, Ignite, Global XR, Univ. Heidelberg, Unite, Vision VR/AR Summit, VRDC (GDC), AWE, ESA, RTC, VRARA, MR Dev Days and more. Writes articles and is the creator of the video podcasts QuBites and Meta Minutes. He also created open-source libraries like WriteableBitmapEx.

He was honored 13 years in a row for his dev community work with a double Microsoft MVP award in Mixed Reality and Quantum Computing, recognized as Microsoft Regional Director and Advisory Board member for the VR/AR Association and XR Bootcamp.

He is an avid cyclist and lives in Dresden, Germany with his wife and their 5 children.

René Schulte is Head of 3D and Quantum Communities of Practices at Reply working with teams across the globe on emerging technologies. Being a trusted advisor for our clients and an internationally recognized expert. He is a creative developer, th... Show more

After her Bachelor in Cognitive and Media Sciences B.Sc. and her master’s in interactive digital media at Trinity College Dublin, Milena decided to go into software development. She has been a software engineer at adesso since 2020 and founded the startup DillyBeeze in 2021. Further, she has been invited to talk at JavaLand, Cyberland, JAX and JavaScript Days. Especially due to her background in cognitive studies Milena is especially interested in the interactions of psychology, software development and project management.

After her Bachelor in Cognitive and Media Sciences B.Sc. and her master’s in interactive digital media at Trinity College Dublin, Milena decided to go into software development. She has been a software engineer at adesso since 2020 and founded the st... Show more

Formadora y consultora especializada en implantación de sistemas de control de gestión con Power BI.
LinkedIn learning Instructor en finanzas y gestión de proyectos y docente en programas posgrados y seminarios especializados en escuelas de negocio, empresas y asociaciones
Autora de los libros: “Inteligencia emocional en las finanzas” “Control de gestión con Excel y Power Query”
Divulgadora de contenidos en RRSS con emisiones en directo de los programas: “Finanzas comienza con F” y “Finanzas y Excel” (Vía YouTube y LinkedIn Live).

Formadora y consultora especializada en implantación de sistemas de control de gestión con Power BI. LinkedIn learning Instructor en finanzas y gestión de proyectos y docente en programas posgrados y seminarios especializados en escuelas de negoci... Show more

Ishan Sakerwal serves as the Marketing Manager at ManekTech, a globally recognized Web and Mobile App Development Company with a strong track record of over 14+ years in delivering technology solutions for startups and enterprises.

Ishan Sakerwal serves as the Marketing Manager at ManekTech, a globally recognized Web and Mobile App Development Company with a strong track record of over 14+ years in delivering technology solutions for startups and enterprises. Show more

Brooke is an Angular GDE, software engineer, Technical Program Manager, & community builder. She is the Director of the Angular Community Meetup & a co-producer/host of the Dev.Life Podcast. Brooke has a strong passion for education & helping others find success in their developer journeys. Outside of programming, Brooke can be found following the sun and geeking out on Star Wars.

Brooke is an Angular GDE, software engineer, Technical Program Manager, & community builder. She is the Director of the Angular Community Meetup & a co-producer/host of the Dev.Life Podcast. Brooke has a strong passion for education & helping others ... Show more

Jason Rivera is a Collaboration Architect in the Philadelphia area and author of Building Solutions with the Microsoft Power Platform. Jason is the organizer of M365 Philly and the Tri-State Office 365 User Group (https://www.meetup.com/tsspug/) which both typically meet in Malvern, PA. Jason has been a long time blogger (https://sharepointlessons.wordpress.com/), writing about various topics in SharePoint, Power Platform, AI, and the Microsoft Cloud.

Jason Rivera is a Collaboration Architect in the Philadelphia area and author of Building Solutions with the Microsoft Power Platform. Jason is the organizer of M365 Philly and the Tri-State Office 365 User Group (https://www.meetup.com/tsspug/) whi... Show more

Fatih E. Nar, known as “The Cloudified Turk,” has built a career solving complex challenges in various domains including telecom, entertainment , media and others. With experience at Google, Verizon Wireless, Canonical Ubuntu, Ericsson, and now Red Hat, he specializes in cloud-native and Data & AI-driven solutions for enterprises and service providers.

He holds an MSc in Information Technology and a BSc in Electronics Engineering, along with completed studies at MIT and ongoing professional education at Stanford. His work blends AI, cloud, and hyperscale computing to create practical, software-driven solutions.

Fatih is also a recognized writer, sharing insights through his Open xG HyperCore series on Medium and contributing to AI/ML projects on GitHub and Hugging Face. In 20205 Fatih has been elected as a subject matter expert on AI/ML within Linux Foundation Networking (LFN) organization to steer & lead AI initiatives.

When not working, he’s likely exploring new datasets and AI models, ctl’ing with k8s, or sneaking dad jokes into tech discussions.

Fatih E. Nar, known as “The Cloudified Turk,” has built a career solving complex challenges in various domains including telecom, entertainment , media and others. With experience at Google, Verizon Wireless, Canonical Ubuntu, Ericsson, and now Red H... Show more

**Trish Kane, MBA**
CEO and Founder, Healerverse

Trish Kane is a visionary leader and the creative force behind Healerverse, an innovative platform designed to unite spiritual and holistic wellness worldwide. As a Healer, Inspirational Keynote Speaker, Decentralization Advocate, and Author.

In 2014, she experienced a life-changing event when she was found unresponsive, battling a dangerously low body temperature of 86°F (30°C). After a near-death experience, including a trip “to the other side,” a miraculous recovery involving resuscitation, a 9-day coma, and two strokes, Trish dedicated more than a decade to healing through spiritual and holistic practices. This profound personal journey inspired her to create Healerverse, a community that nurtures growth, connection, and healing.

Healerverse is a pioneering platform that addresses the fragmented nature of spiritual and holistic solutions for both practitioners and seekers. It offers a comprehensive SaaS platform that enables practitioners to manage their entire business seamlessly while connecting with users through a global directory of verified professionals eager to support personal growth with diverse services, courses, events and more. Additionally, the proprietary platform features a cutting-edge event ticketing service for both virtual and in-person engagements, streamlining access to healing opportunities.

Trish holds a BBA from Iona University and an MBA from Florida Atlantic University.

Learn more about Healerverse and Trish at:
[5Dhealerverse.com](https://5dhealerverse.com) and visit her personal website at: [trishkane.com](https://trishkane.com).

**Trish Kane, MBA** CEO and Founder, Healerverse Trish Kane is a visionary leader and the creative force behind Healerverse, an innovative platform designed to unite spiritual and holistic wellness worldwide. As a Healer, Inspirational Keynote ... Show more

With over 13 years of hands-on experience, starting from the early days of CRM v3.0, I am a certified Microsoft professional and a Team Leader at a leading Microsoft Partner. As a Dynamics 365 Solution Architect, I specialize in developing user-centric solutions that revolutionize business processes and elevate employee satisfaction.

Passionate about promoting an inclusive tech landscape, I believe that great minds don’t always think alike. As a proud Dyslexic Thinker, I approach problem-solving from fresh and creative angles.

I mentor numerous women in tech and advocate for social mobility, passionately speaking about accessibility, inclusion, and career development. My commitment to low code design aims to inspire individuals from non-traditional IT backgrounds to thrive in the tech industry.

Regularly attending national and local community events across the UK, I have recently expanded my involvement by volunteering, speaking at events, and contributing to podcasts.

With over 13 years of hands-on experience, starting from the early days of CRM v3.0, I am a certified Microsoft professional and a Team Leader at a leading Microsoft Partner. As a Dynamics 365 Solution Architect, I specialize in developing user-centr... Show more

Chris is a Microsoft MVP, author, and software engineer with over 17 years experience with ASP.NET.

Passionate about sharing his knowledge with the community, he regularly writes both for his own blog as well as others—such as Visual Studio magazine, Progress Telerik, and StackOverflow. This passion for blogging led to his first book, Blazor in Action, a practical guide to building Blazor applications. He also maintains several popular open source projects under the GitHub organisation, Blazored. When not tapping on a keyboard, Chris is a keen speaker, having delivered talks at both user groups and conferences all over the world.

You can find Chris online at his blog chrissainty.com and on Twitter as @chris_sainty.

Chris is a Microsoft MVP, author, and software engineer with over 17 years experience with ASP.NET. Passionate about sharing his knowledge with the community, he regularly writes both for his own blog as well as others—such as Visual Studio magazi... Show more

Mishaal is a subject matter expert in cybersecurity, pentesting, privacy, Open Source Intelligence and social engineering and a frequent speaker on these topics at Universities and popular cybersecurity conferences like DEF CON, Black Hat, Wild West Hackin Fest, TEDx, and multiple BSides Security events.

Mishaal has worked with multinational companies for over 20 years, securing their networks and providing executive level consultancy as a CISO to manage risk and avoid breaches. He's the author of the book; The Phantom CISO, runs a cybersecurity practice as a vCISO and owns a privacy management and investigations firm.

Mishaal is a subject matter expert in cybersecurity, pentesting, privacy, Open Source Intelligence and social engineering and a frequent speaker on these topics at Universities and popular cybersecurity conferences like DEF CON, Black Hat, Wild West ... Show more

Meet Shantha Kumar, the visionary CTO at SharePoint Designs, driven by a passion for exploring cutting-edge technologies across diverse platforms. With over a decade of experience in OnPremise development, Cloud, Microsoft 365, and Power Platform, he continuously pushes the boundaries of innovation. Now, Shantha is empowering clients with low code solutions, shaping the future of application development. Based in India, he balances his professional pursuits with cherished family moments and active involvement in technical communities. Join Shantha on his journey of innovation and collaboration! #CTO #Innovation #SharePoint #TechCommunity 🚀🌐

Meet Shantha Kumar, the visionary CTO at SharePoint Designs, driven by a passion for exploring cutting-edge technologies across diverse platforms. With over a decade of experience in OnPremise development, Cloud, Microsoft 365, and Power Platform, he... Show more

Anand Chowdhary is a technology entrepreneur, designer, and engineer. He is the co-founder of FirstQuadrant, an AI sales platform funded by Y Combinator. He is one of the world's top open source contributors, awarded as a GitHub Star in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. He is also a consultant and advisor to several startups.

He has been featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 (Asia 2018), Het Financieele Dagblad (Dutch Financial Times)’s list of 50 most-innovative entrepreneurs and professional under 35 in the Netherlands, and in publications such as TechCrunch, The Next Web, HuffPost, Hindustan Times, and Time Out magazine.

Anand Chowdhary is a technology entrepreneur, designer, and engineer. He is the co-founder of FirstQuadrant, an AI sales platform funded by Y Combinator. He is one of the world's top open source contributors, awarded as a GitHub Star in 2021, 2022, 2... Show more

Microsoft Security MVP & Microsoft Regional Director. Working at twoday a leading digital transformation partner in the Nordic region.

Microsoft Security MVP & Microsoft Regional Director. Working at twoday a leading digital transformation partner in the Nordic region. Show more

I am the Founder & CEO of Cloudnautic, specializing in building scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud-native solutions using AWS, Azure, and modern DevOps practices.
With expertise in cloud architecture, DevOps automation, Linux system administration, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC), I help businesses drive innovation, agility, and digital transformation.

Alongside leading technical projects, I am passionate about community building through training programs, workshops, and mentorship, having empowered 500+ professionals in Cloud and DevOps careers.

🔹 Technical Expertise:
AWS: EC2, Lambda, ECS, VPC, CloudFormation, IAM, S3
Azure: VMs, Scale Sets, Application Gateway, ARM Templates, Bicep
DevOps: Terraform, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, CodePipeline, Azure Pipelines
Linux: Amazon Linux, Ubuntu, RHEL | Shell Scripting | Ansible Automation

🔹 Certifications:
AWS Certified Solutions Architect
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect

🔹 Role at Cloudnautic:
Architecting and delivering cloud transformation solutions
Corporate training and certification coaching (AWS, Azure, DevOps, Linux)
Community mentor and speaker (100+ workshops, webinars, and events)

✅ Mission: Deliver innovative, secure, and scalable cloud and DevOps solutions through technical excellence and mentorship.
✅ Passion: Building next-generation cloud professionals and helping businesses succeed in the cloud.

🔗 Connect with Me:
🌐 Website: www.cloudnautic.in | www.atulkamble.in
💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/atuljkamble
💻 GitHub: github.com/atulkamble
📺 YouTube: youtube.com/c/atulkamble

I am the Founder & CEO of Cloudnautic, specializing in building scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud-native solutions using AWS, Azure, and modern DevOps practices. With expertise in cloud architecture, DevOps automation, Linux system administ... Show more

With over 13 years of experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform (dating back to the CRM v3.0 on-prem days), I specialise in leading multi-phase projects that adopt first-party Customer Engagement applications to deliver impactful solutions across diverse industries. Passionate about transforming business processes, I focus on building scalable systems that empower teams, enhance employee satisfaction, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

As a Team Lead, I take pride in mentoring and supporting the development of my team members, fostering their growth and success. I’m equally dedicated to initiatives that promote accessibility, mental health, and women in tech; reflecting my commitment to contributing to an already inclusive and supportive professional community.

Outside of consulting and leadership, I’m an active participant in community events; finding great value in learning, networking, and giving back. As I step into the exciting world of public speaking and podcasting, I’m eager to share insights and experience, mentor aspiring professionals, and contribute to impactful initiatives like Women in Power.

With over 13 years of experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform (dating back to the CRM v3.0 on-prem days), I specialise in leading multi-phase projects that adopt first-party Customer Engagement applications to deliver impactful soluti... Show more

Changing the world, one solution at a time!

Passionate about automation and building a business to support clients on their digitisation/optimisation journeys while working with the youth in preparation for their entry into industry.

Enjoys dabbling in software development, automation, IOT, advanced analytics, data engineering and business intelligence while currently working towards completing a PhD that focuses on automation. Currently focusing on learning how businesses are formed and how the longevity of business functions are maintained.

Competencies include a high level of computer literacy, programming in various languages with newly acquired sales and business acumen.

Changing the world, one solution at a time! Passionate about automation and building a business to support clients on their digitisation/optimisation journeys while working with the youth in preparation for their entry into industry. Enjoys da... Show more

benny is the Chair of the AlmaLinux OS Foundation, with a long history in business and community building and an undying love of open source.

I spell my name with a lowercase b, but sessionize doesn't support that...yet.

benny is the Chair of the AlmaLinux OS Foundation, with a long history in business and community building and an undying love of open source. I spell my name with a lowercase b, but sessionize doesn't support that...yet. Show more

J'ai été développeur pendant 28 ans, un Scrum Master pendant 12 ans, et depuis 2019, je suis Coach Professionnel et Coach Agile d'Entreprise. Je construis des ponts, un à la fois. Cultiver, Former, Faciliter, Coaching Mentorat et Diriger des Groupes D'étude.

J'ai été développeur pendant 28 ans, un Scrum Master pendant 12 ans, et depuis 2019, je suis Coach Professionnel et Coach Agile d'Entreprise. Je construis des ponts, un à la fois. Cultiver, Former, Faciliter, Coaching Mentorat et Diriger des Groupes ... Show more

Armando Herra is a Systems Architect with vast experience in Cloud, Kubernetes, and DevOps Technologies.

Passionate about the Cloud-Native Ecosystem, he's constantly learning and experimenting with new tools and technologies to stay informed about the industry's latest advances and share his knowledge via tech talks.

Armando Herra is a Systems Architect with vast experience in Cloud, Kubernetes, and DevOps Technologies. Passionate about the Cloud-Native Ecosystem, he's constantly learning and experimenting with new tools and technologies to stay informed about... Show more

With over 14 years in the cybersecurity industry, Jorge Litvin brings a unique perspective from his journey from a criminal lawyer specializing in cybercrime to a leading figure in cybersecurity awareness and cultural change. After his legal career, Jorge focused on bridging the gap between technical teams and executive boards across LATAM, easing crucial conversations around security initiatives and business strategy.

Now, as the CEO of a prominent cybersecurity firm that excels in GRC and Human Risk Management, operating across LATAM, Jorge's ability to demystify complex cybersecurity issues for a non-technical audience has made him a sought-after speaker and consultant. He is also an accomplished author, enlightening over 100,000 followers on social media about digital risks and trends.

With over 14 years in the cybersecurity industry, Jorge Litvin brings a unique perspective from his journey from a criminal lawyer specializing in cybercrime to a leading figure in cybersecurity awareness and cultural change. After his legal career, ... Show more

Moran Weber is the CEO & Founder of Women on Stage, a community-based public speaking training platform. Formerly a Tech Lead at Wix, Moran has over 10 years of experience in software development and holds an MA in Social Psychology, along with a BSc in Computer Science and Psychology from Tel Aviv University.

A former software engineer who struggled with severe stage fright and impostor syndrome, Moran overcame her fears by stepping onto countless stages and organizing dozens of tech events. Along the way, she discovered the power of sharing our voice and turned it into a mission—driven by her belief that everyone has a story worth telling.

To date, she has trained hundreds of tech professionals to move from “I don’t have anything to say” to delivering engaging, impactful tech talks that confidently highlight their unique voice and experience. With a rare combination of technical expertise and psychological insight, Moran helps developers build communities and turn complex ideas into compelling stories.

Moran Weber is the CEO & Founder of Women on Stage, a community-based public speaking training platform. Formerly a Tech Lead at Wix, Moran has over 10 years of experience in software development and holds an MA in Social Psychology, along with a BSc... Show more

Peter is President of Envision IT and Extranet User Manager, a Microsoft Office Apps & Services MVP since 2011, and President of the Toronto SharePoint User Group. He has lead his team at Envision IT in the use and deep customization of Microsoft 365 and Azure for over 10 years. He is well recognized as an evangelist in the Microsoft 365 and Azure community, speaking regularly at user group meetings, conferences, and Microsoft events.

Peter is President of Envision IT and Extranet User Manager, a Microsoft Office Apps & Services MVP since 2011, and President of the Toronto SharePoint User Group. He has lead his team at Envision IT in the use and deep customization of Microsoft 36... Show more

Davide is an engineer with work experience in various IT fields: he worked around the world on medical research for a few years and now holds the position of Web/AI Platform Leader in Synesthesia as part of the CTO group. He loves creating teams and working with them, communicating and listening. He also has experience as a teacher, speaker and public speaking coach. He is (of course) a coffee addict, a piano player and a theatre director.

Davide is an engineer with work experience in various IT fields: he worked around the world on medical research for a few years and now holds the position of Web/AI Platform Leader in Synesthesia as part of the CTO group. He loves creating teams and ... Show more

Tugdual "Tug" is Solutions Engineer at GitHub where he helps developers to do more with GitHub!

Before GitHub, Tug has worked at Redis, Red Hat, MapR, MongoDB, Couchbase, eXo and Oracle as developer, product manager or developer advocate.

Tug is also the co-founder of the Nantes JUG (Java Users Group) which has brought together developers and architects from the Nantes region every month since 2008. When Tug is not meeting GitHub user, he develops the site https://windr.org

Tugdual "Tug" is Solutions Engineer at GitHub where he helps developers to do more with GitHub! Before GitHub, Tug has worked at Redis, Red Hat, MapR, MongoDB, Couchbase, eXo and Oracle as developer, product manager or developer advocate. Tug i... Show more

Durga Krishnamoorthy is a Digital Product Management Leader with 11+ years of experience in Software Product Development from concept to launch, including stakeholder leadership across Fortune 500 and Big4 Companies such as Cognizant, Petco, Bytedance (TikTok), EY to name a few.

Durga holds Double Master’s Degrees in Product Management and Business Administration from Carnegie Mellon University (Tepper Business School) and has roots in Chemical Engineering from Anna University (SVCE).

With over 15+ speaking engagements, and authorship of over 50+ articles. Durga is an established authority in Product, Engineering, and Research. Outside her full-time, she is closely associated with her Non-Profit Volunteering activities towards "Foster Youth Empowerment". She pays back to the community as a public speaker, content writer, and event Coordinator with features on the GiftAbled (Nov 2021, readership-10,000), Deccan Chronicle and Hans India (April 2025) reaching 40,000+ readership.

Durga Krishnamoorthy is a Digital Product Management Leader with 11+ years of experience in Software Product Development from concept to launch, including stakeholder leadership across Fortune 500 and Big4 Companies such as Cognizant, Petco, Bytedanc... Show more

Joel is an experienced CTO Coach who supports talented start-up and scale-up CTOs to successfully grow in their roles as their team and company evolves.

He was previously the CTO at Unmade and Econsultancy, and the CTO and then COO at FutureLearn.

Joel is an experienced CTO Coach who supports talented start-up and scale-up CTOs to successfully grow in their roles as their team and company evolves. He was previously the CTO at Unmade and Econsultancy, and the CTO and then COO at FutureLearn.... Show more

Sujay is a seasoned software engineer with expertise in building scalable data platforms and stream processing systems. Currently part of Netflix's Data Platform team, he leads various efforts in Data Mesh, which processes trillions of daily events. Sujay spearheaded building real-time streaming transformations, enabling quick, data-driven decisions.
Previously, he led various initiatives in Meta and Microsoft - from ultra high scale Data & Cloud Infrastructures to business critical Integrity Systems and Real-time messaging services.

Sujay is a seasoned software engineer with expertise in building scalable data platforms and stream processing systems. Currently part of Netflix's Data Platform team, he leads various efforts in Data Mesh, which processes trillions of daily events. ... Show more