I am an experienced software developer and engineering leader, who loves learning and sharing.

I am an experienced software developer and engineering leader, who loves learning and sharing. Show more

When not talking about Data & AI, Felix is a proud father and explores playgrounds and skate parks in the city. He spent the last couple of years advancing data-driven and digital transformations at international manufacturing companies: hands on, both, in code and on the shopfloor.

Throughout this time he observed that the transformation into a data + ai company requires more than “just” technology. So today, Felix helps companies across Europe in building sustainable transformation programs by translating business vision into technology and vice versa as a Data & AI Strategist at Databricks.

Felix lives close by Munich in Germany.

When not talking about Data & AI, Felix is a proud father and explores playgrounds and skate parks in the city. He spent the last couple of years advancing data-driven and digital transformations at international manufacturing companies: hands on, bo... Show more

Dennis Schulz is a Senior Consultant at TNG Technology Consulting. He holds a PhD in low temperature physics from the University of Heidelberg. Besides being a programmer, he organized and hosted the TV show Quasi Klar for RNF, published a book that was translated to Korean and Russian, and won Science Slam competitions all over Germany. As a part of the Innovation Hacking team at TNG, he worked on different AI showcases, fine-tuning embeddings, and data mining.

Dennis Schulz is a Senior Consultant at TNG Technology Consulting. He holds a PhD in low temperature physics from the University of Heidelberg. Besides being a programmer, he organized and hosted the TV show Quasi Klar for RNF, published a book that ... Show more

Your friendly neighborhood white beard!
Bulding Draftsman - a Visual Dev Tool for Laravel Relationships.
Organizer of the KYPHPUG dev meetup.
dev, father, husband, friend, wine-drinker, foodie, musician
Blogging at https://friendlyneighborhoodwhitebeard.dev

Your friendly neighborhood white beard! Bulding Draftsman - a Visual Dev Tool for Laravel Relationships. Organizer of the KYPHPUG dev meetup. dev, father, husband, friend, wine-drinker, foodie, musician Blogging at https://friendlyneighborhoodw... Show more

Gerald is a seasoned entrepreneur in the OSS Cloud Native space, now at the helm of DevSecCon, the world’s largest DevSecOps community, at Snyk. He joined Snyk through the acquisition of DriftClt, an innovative open-source tool, initially as part of the DevRel team. He then expanded his expertise in application security by driving top customer contributions in Snyk’s Customer Advocacy team, all while championing secure, community-led development across the industry.

Gerald is a seasoned entrepreneur in the OSS Cloud Native space, now at the helm of DevSecCon, the world’s largest DevSecOps community, at Snyk. He joined Snyk through the acquisition of DriftClt, an innovative open-source tool, initially as part of ... Show more

My name is Hector Sven, it has been almost 20 years since I graduated from college as an IT Engineer and I have been working ever since for many different companies and industries; facing all sorts of problems, overcoming challenges, dealing with people, embracing multicultural environments I grew a body of knowledge that I think is worth sharing.

My background is on the area of Data Engineering and with a few exceptional projects, working with Microsoft Technologies, last 8 years I have been working with Azure cloud-ecosystem, I have 6 associate certifications on data-related technologies and a DevOps expert ... visit my linked in profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/svenchio/

My name is Hector Sven, it has been almost 20 years since I graduated from college as an IT Engineer and I have been working ever since for many different companies and industries; facing all sorts of problems, overcoming challenges, dealing with peo... Show more

Akaash Tripathee is Community Manager @ TFUG Ghaziabad and SWE QA Automation @ Paytm. He grew TFUG Ghaziabad to 10 000+ members, earning Google for Developers’ “Most Impactful Community” award. An AWS Summer School scholar (250 / 80 000) and ICPC regionalist, Akaash has organized 20+ hybrid events and mentored 150+ teams—propelling them into top-10 finishes at the Guinness World Record GenAI hackathon, Treehacks, GSSOC, and Cyber Utsav.

Akaash Tripathee is Community Manager @ TFUG Ghaziabad and SWE QA Automation @ Paytm. He grew TFUG Ghaziabad to 10 000+ members, earning Google for Developers’ “Most Impactful Community” award. An AWS Summer School scholar (250 / 80 000) and ICPC reg... Show more

DevSecOps Engineer with 3+ years of experience in IT Security, specializing in security architecture, application security, and integrating generative AI into the SDLC. Experienced in building secure development pipelines, implementing threat modeling, and aligning DevSecOps practices with modern software supply chain challenges. Passionate about cybersecurity research and emerging technologies, with a focus on protecting applications and development environments against novel threats such as prompt injection and AI-driven exploits.

DevSecOps Engineer with 3+ years of experience in IT Security, specializing in security architecture, application security, and integrating generative AI into the SDLC. Experienced in building secure development pipelines, implementing threat modelin... Show more

Ajay has 3+ decades of technology leadership experience and currently the CTO & MD at Brillio, a digital transformation company, privately held and supported by Bain Capital & Orogen Group.

He is the co-author of Effective Platform Engineering, a unique platform Engineering practioner's book from Manning Publications. A regular speaker and panelist, as well as a prolific writer of blogs and other relevant publications, his current interests are around improving developer productivity using domain-driven platform engineering. Ajay is a trained computer scientist with significant technology leadership experience and advanced degrees in business and technology management.

Ajay has 3+ decades of technology leadership experience and currently the CTO & MD at Brillio, a digital transformation company, privately held and supported by Bain Capital & Orogen Group. He is the co-author of Effective Platform Engineering, a ... Show more

Markus is Senior Consultant at TNG Technology Consulting. From OR planning systems at the University Hospital Erlangen to evaluation and simulation of X-ray experiments at the Technical University of Munich, he has always been interested in complex software problems. At TNG, besides full-stack development, he also likes to deal with software architecture and requirements analysis, preferably in the environment of modern cloud technologies. Currently he supports a customer in the development and delivery of software for the visualization of vehicles.

Markus is Senior Consultant at TNG Technology Consulting. From OR planning systems at the University Hospital Erlangen to evaluation and simulation of X-ray experiments at the Technical University of Munich, he has always been interested in complex s... Show more

Maxim Schepelin has been an engineering leader in various industries, including Game Dev, e-commerce, and travel building teams capable of launching products from idea to world-scale. With over a decade of experience leading engineering teams, Maxim has mastered the art and science of management, as well as how to exit both Vim and Emacs.
Maxim continues exploring ways to build effective engineering teams that deliver value at a sustainable pace.

Maxim Schepelin has been an engineering leader in various industries, including Game Dev, e-commerce, and travel building teams capable of launching products from idea to world-scale. With over a decade of experience leading engineering teams, Maxim ... Show more

- Samzong is Product Manager (Focus on AI/LLMOps, Muti-Cluster, Cluster LCM, Microservice, ServiceMesh )
- Kubernetes / Kubernetes-sigs active Contributor
- Karmada active Contributor, member
- Istio active Contributor, member
- CNCF Multiple Project Contributors
- CNCF Open Source Enthusiast

- Samzong is Product Manager (Focus on AI/LLMOps, Muti-Cluster, Cluster LCM, Microservice, ServiceMesh ) - Kubernetes / Kubernetes-sigs active Contributor - Karmada active Contributor, member - Istio active Contributor, member - CNCF Multiple P... Show more

Marcin is a CEO and Hands on Data Engineer at TantusData. He has a lot of hands-on experience with technical problems related to Big Data (Clusters with hundreds of nodes) as well as practical knowledge in business data analysis and Machin Learning. Companies Marcin has worked for or consulted for include: Spotify, Apple, Telia and small startups.

Marcin is a CEO and Hands on Data Engineer at TantusData. He has a lot of hands-on experience with technical problems related to Big Data (Clusters with hundreds of nodes) as well as practical knowledge in business data analysis and Machin Learning. ... Show more

Brazilian, 80's Kid. Father of 2. Passionate about C#, Typescript and high-load systems. Worked for big corps like Thomson Reuters, Warner Brothers and DAZN. Programmer since 1997.

Brazilian, 80's Kid. Father of 2. Passionate about C#, Typescript and high-load systems. Worked for big corps like Thomson Reuters, Warner Brothers and DAZN. Programmer since 1997. Show more

Vinnie brings over 20 years of global expertise in the Product and Delivery space, having worked with more than 100 teams and trained over 800 professionals. She has worked across sectors like IT and Business Agility, particularly in HR, Marketing, and Finance.
Her work has led to significant improvements in efficiency, cost reduction, and cultural transformation by enhancing communication and engagement.

She makes this happen by helping product and delivery leaders overcome challenges that impact team performance, delivery speed, and product success. By applying systems thinking, team dynamics expertise, and agile principles and practices, she works with leaders to align outcomes ensuring sustainable results.

Her industry expertise includes mining, engineering, retail, education, automotive, security, government, energy, oil and gas and financial services. She has a robust background in Project Management, Delivery, Product, HR, Start-ups, and Strategy.

As an active member of the agile community and an international conference speaker, Vinnie is renowned for delivering actionable insights through engaging storytelling and humour. Her extensive international and cross-cultural experience enriches her dynamic approach.

Vinnie brings over 20 years of global expertise in the Product and Delivery space, having worked with more than 100 teams and trained over 800 professionals. She has worked across sectors like IT and Business Agility, particularly in HR, Marketing, a... Show more

Kevin Smyth has a PhD in genetics and has helped thousands of scientists communicate their work. He is now building AI tools for science communication.

Kevin Smyth has a PhD in genetics and has helped thousands of scientists communicate their work. He is now building AI tools for science communication. Show more

Full-stack developer and software architect from Germany, started creating software in 2001, professionally since 2007.

The focus my last years was on topics like metadata, data, APIs, LC/NC platforms, cloud development - creating standards, libraries, protocols, frameworks and platforms that provide interoperability and automation.

I'm a generalist at heart and love to constantly learn about new technologies and concepts, building and creating innovative solutions!

Full-stack developer and software architect from Germany, started creating software in 2001, professionally since 2007. The focus my last years was on topics like metadata, data, APIs, LC/NC platforms, cloud development - creating standards, libr... Show more

Born in Odesa, Ukraine in 1985, I am now a seasoned information technology engineer based in Germany with nearly two decades of diverse experience across broadcasting, logistics, procurement, and sports. My expertise in software architecture and cloud solutions is evident in my design of a transformative client-server application that centralises grocery trading, ensuring the best deals for customers. Another significant achievement in my career is the development of a proprietary OAuth2 service with OpenID Connect, which has been fully integrated into all corporate processes. With a Diploma in Computer Science, I consistently innovate and design solutions that enhance efficiency and security in the digital landscape.

Born in Odesa, Ukraine in 1985, I am now a seasoned information technology engineer based in Germany with nearly two decades of diverse experience across broadcasting, logistics, procurement, and sports. My expertise in software architecture and clou... Show more

CEO of JomaSoft (Oracle Gold Partner)
Providing SPARC/Solaris Consulting/Services and Products since 25 years.
Speaker at Oracle/Solaris User Groups, Events and Meetups worldwide.

Expertise: SPARC/x86 Server, Solaris, Datacenter, Network, Storage, ZFS, LDoms

Marcel lives in Switzerland/Europe

CEO of JomaSoft (Oracle Gold Partner) Providing SPARC/Solaris Consulting/Services and Products since 25 years. Speaker at Oracle/Solaris User Groups, Events and Meetups worldwide. Expertise: SPARC/x86 Server, Solaris, Datacenter, Network, Stora... Show more

I am a Data Scientist with over two years of experience in AI and data-driven projects. From the very beginning of my journey in Data Science, I discovered that teaching and sharing knowledge were not only passions of mine but also key drivers in my professional growth.

Thanks to my ability to teach, I had the opportunity to work for a year on Generative AI projects for one of the leading telecommunications companies. Recently, I transitioned to a new sector, driven by my love for challenges and continuous learning in this ever-evolving field.

If you're looking for a speaker to discuss Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or the real-world impact of these technologies — or if you need an instructor for tools like Python, SQL, Web Scraping...— I’d be happy to share insights and experiences at your next event.

I am a Data Scientist with over two years of experience in AI and data-driven projects. From the very beginning of my journey in Data Science, I discovered that teaching and sharing knowledge were not only passions of mine but also key drivers in my ... Show more

Piero Picasso - Professional Biography
Piero (PP) Picasso is a seasoned cybersecurity leader currently serving as Device Penetration Testing Lead at Cisco, where he spearheads security testing initiatives for cutting-edge network infrastructure and IoT devices. Based in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale area, Piero brings over 15 years of specialized expertise in penetration testing, offensive security, and product security engineering.
Professional Expertise
Piero's career trajectory demonstrates a unique blend of hands-on technical expertise and strategic leadership in cybersecurity. His comprehensive skill set encompasses device security assessment, vulnerability research, and the development of robust security testing methodologies for enterprise-grade networking solutions.
At Cisco, Piero has held progressively senior roles over more than four years, including Offensive Security Manager and Senior Product Security Engineer at Cisco Meraki, where he was instrumental in building and scaling security testing programs for cloud-managed networking products. His leadership in offensive security has been pivotal in identifying and mitigating critical vulnerabilities before they reach production environments.
Career Highlights
Prior to his tenure at Cisco, Piero established himself as a premier penetration testing specialist through significant roles at leading financial and cybersecurity organizations. As a Pentester at Secureworks for over four years, he conducted sophisticated security assessments for Fortune 500 clients across diverse industries. His earlier experience as Ethical Hack Specialist at Citi for more than five years showcased his ability to lead complex security initiatives within highly regulated financial environments.
Piero's technical foundation was built through hands-on experience as a Security Analyst and telecommunications specialist, providing him with a deep understanding of both network infrastructure and security fundamentals that continues to inform his approach to device security testing.
Professional Credentials
Piero holds multiple industry-recognized certifications including OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), OSWP (Offensive Security Wireless Professional), CCNAS, CCNA, and CCDA, demonstrating his commitment to maintaining cutting-edge technical expertise across both offensive security and network infrastructure domains.
Current Focus
In his current role, Piero is dedicated to advancing the security posture of Cisco's device portfolio through innovative penetration testing methodologies and collaborative security research. His work directly contributes to protecting critical network infrastructure that powers global enterprise communications and connectivity.

Piero Picasso is available for professional networking, speaking opportunities, and cybersecurity consulting initiatives. Connect with him on LinkedIn to explore collaboration opportunities in device security and penetration testing.

Piero Picasso - Professional Biography Piero (PP) Picasso is a seasoned cybersecurity leader currently serving as Device Penetration Testing Lead at Cisco, where he spearheads security testing initiatives for cutting-edge network infrastructure and ... Show more

Shobhit Verma (aka TheJugaadGuy) is an SRE Lead with 14+ years of experience in Infrastructure, Cloud, and Observability. He has led large-scale projects in banking and telecom, working extensively with AWS, Terraform, ELK, and Dynatrace to build reliable and scalable systems. Beyond engineering, he is a filmmaker and content creator with 50,000+ followers, known for simplifying complex technical topics through engaging content.

As an active community member in AWS User Group Pune, Atlassian Community, and Toastmasters, Shobhit brings a unique mix of technical depth, storytelling, and stage presence. He is now building his journey into Developer Relations (DevRel), where his mission is to empower developers with the right tools, stories, and confidence to succeed.

Shobhit Verma (aka TheJugaadGuy) is an SRE Lead with 14+ years of experience in Infrastructure, Cloud, and Observability. He has led large-scale projects in banking and telecom, working extensively with AWS, Terraform, ELK, and Dynatrace to build rel... Show more

Amber Cabral is a dynamic speaker, bestselling author, award-winning trainer, and strategist who helps organizations build resilient teams, improve communication, and lead effectively through change. She has partnered with global brands across many industries, like Apple, Amazon, Wells Fargo, and Gap, to elevate workplace experiences, foster adaptability, and equip leaders with the tools to thrive in complex work environments.
Known for her sharp insights, relatable storytelling, and authentic delivery, Amber specializes in creating mindset shifts that drive meaningful behavior change. Her work emphasizes that better conversations and intentional leadership create better outcomes—at work and in life.
Amber is the author of two acclaimed books: Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture (2020) and Say More About That: ...and Other Ways to Speak Up, Push Back, and Advocate for Yourself and Others (2022). She also serves as Chair of Brown Girls Do Ballet, an organization dedicated to expanding access and opportunities in classical ballet.
Her TED Talk, 3 steps to better connect with your fellow humans, has inspired audiences worldwide to rethink how they approach differences and build meaningful connections. She brings fresh perspectives to leadership, resilience, and workplace transformation by contributing her insights to outlets like Fast Company, MSNBC, Harvard Business Review, and The Washington Post. Amber is also an experienced podcaster and launched her third podcast, Human(ing) Well, in February 2025.
Through impactful dialogue and facilitation, Amber challenges perspectives, builds empathy, and equips leaders with actionable strategies to navigate change, drive growth, and ‘human’ better together.

Amber Cabral is a dynamic speaker, bestselling author, award-winning trainer, and strategist who helps organizations build resilient teams, improve communication, and lead effectively through change. She has partnered with global brands across many i... Show more

Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, and computer vision. At Workday, I lead the development of intelligent enterprise solutions that apply AI to drive efficiency and impact. Previously at Intel, I earned multiple U.S. patents for AI-driven simulation and automation technologies. Passionate about building scalable, forward-looking AI systems at the intersection of cloud and enterprise innovation.

Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, and computer vision. At Workday, I lead the development of intelligent enterprise solutions that apply AI to drive efficiency and impact. Previously at Intel, I earned multiple U... Show more

“It's hard to beat a person who never gives up.” George Herman Ruth

Meron Gebremedhin was born and raised in Ethiopia, East Africa and migrated to the United States in 2017.
Professionally, she is a trained software engineer but has been wearing different hats for more than 14 years including international business owner. After migrating to America, she studied hard to earn her stripes back in the IT industry, acquiring more than 16 Microsoft certifications along the way.
As a beneficiary of mentorship in Microsoft community, Meron is passionate about paying it forward to help others achieve their goals in the tech, and founded Pathfinders, a Power Platform organization dedicated to supporting immigrants in the United States.

“It's hard to beat a person who never gives up.” George Herman Ruth Meron Gebremedhin was born and raised in Ethiopia, East Africa and migrated to the United States in 2017. Professionally, she is a trained software engineer but has been wearing ... Show more

An expert with nearly twenty years of experience specializing in designing efficient, secure and scalable solutions, from data warehouses, through stream processing systems, to advanced analytical and machine learning platforms. As an experienced architect focuses on creating and implementing comprehensive strategies in the area of data and analytics closely related to the organization's business goals.

Successfully built and developed Centers of Excellence in the area of data transformation, introducing data management standards, ensuring the quality and security of solutions, and overseeing the implementation of data architecture in leading organizations in the world. Actively tracks and evaluates new technologies, collaborating with solution providers and recommending innovative approaches to data and analytics.

Experience confirmed with numerous industry certifications, including the title of MVP. A co-creator of educational platforms and an active participant in the data community, where as a leader and mentor supports the development of architects, engineers and data analysts, sharing expert knowledge and best practices in the field of modern data architecture.

A promoter and supporter of remote work.Consciously separates professional and private time, spending free time away from technology

An expert with nearly twenty years of experience specializing in designing efficient, secure and scalable solutions, from data warehouses, through stream processing systems, to advanced analytical and machine learning platforms. As an experienced ar... Show more

As a Google Developer Expert, I teach and educate minorities and marginalised groups on Data, SQL & Google BigQuery using sports and blockchain data.

As a Google Developer Expert, I teach and educate minorities and marginalised groups on Data, SQL & Google BigQuery using sports and blockchain data. Show more

I like to present my work as resonating with the homepage of "Wired" magazine - it's all & everywhere! My design practice is about exploring unconventional ways of doing things. Why follow the crowd when you can pave your own path, right? I approach each project with a curious and exploratory mindset, eager to discover new solutions and push creative boundaries.
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I get excited to study somewhat notionally trivial interactions, weird scavenger hunts, the small talk people do to curb awkward situations or stuff that is mundane but understudied. I believe something as simple as "What people carry in their bags (and why?)", the role of "faith" in online transactions, or even the conversations they brew at chai shops - can impact our designs in much broader senses and could package a really emotional experience for the users.

I like to present my work as resonating with the homepage of "Wired" magazine - it's all & everywhere! My design practice is about exploring unconventional ways of doing things. Why follow the crowd when you can pave your own path, right? I approach ... Show more

Dr. Anderson D. Prewitt, Principal AI Scientist at Fabrx Space, leads the development of cutting-edge AI solutions with a focus on transformer models and deep learning. With advanced degrees in Engineering and Science, he facilitates AI strategy and ethics at Cornell University while serving as a scientific advisor for AI 2030. His expertise encompasses responsible AI implementation, D.A.R.Q. technologies, and STEM workforce development. Dr. Prewitt has authored books on STEM education and AI transformation, bringing two decades of expertise in technology innovation to drive ethical AI adoption. See his profile at linkedin.com/in/dradprewitt.
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Dr. Anderson D. Prewitt, Principal AI Scientist at Fabrx Space, leads the development of cutting-edge AI solutions with a focus on transformer models and deep learning. With advanced degrees in Engineering and Science, he facilitates AI strategy and ... Show more

John Jordan is Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of BetterWorld Technology, where he drives strategic growth and operational excellence for mid-market clients. A former adjunct professor, he taught courses on cybersecurity and IT governance, sharing practical insights with aspiring professionals. As a certified vCISO, John brings deep expertise in building and maturing security programs, risk management frameworks, and compliance initiatives across nonprofit and for-profit organizations. His background also includes serving as VP of Technology for NPOs, where he led digital transformation and safeguarded sensitive data—experience he now leverages to help organizations balance innovation with robust security.

John Jordan is Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of BetterWorld Technology, where he drives strategic growth and operational excellence for mid-market clients. A former adjunct professor, he taught courses on cybersecurity and IT governance, sha... Show more