Ashish Prakash Khandelwal is a Principal Engineering Architect at Microsoft Corporation, where he plays a critical leadership role within the Azure Data R&D division. With over 17 years of experience in legacy system modernization and data platform migration, Ashish specializes in transforming mission-critical mainframe applications to the Microsoft Azure cloud. He currently leads the Data SQL Ninja program for Mainframe and Legacy modernization, which is instrumental in accelerating the adoption of Azure Data Platform across global enterprises.
In his role, Ashish has spearheaded more than 50 end-to-end mainframe migration engagements for Fortune 100 companies, overseeing the modernization of technologies such as DB2, VSAM, IMS, COBOL, and CICS. His strategic contributions span engineering feedback loops, capability specification authoring, and roadmap development for core Azure products like Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB, and Data Migration tools.
Ashish’s work extends beyond execution—he is deeply involved in evangelizing modernization practices across Microsoft’s global partner ecosystem. He has authored technical whitepapers, led over 50 technical workshops, and trained more than 200 Microsoft field sellers. His efforts have significantly reduced customers' total cost of ownership and accelerated Azure deal closures through best-practice frameworks and automation.
Before joining Microsoft in 2018, Ashish held engineering and analyst roles at Springleaf Financial (now OneMain Financial), Thomson Reuters (via Codeworks), Syntel Inc., and CapGemini India. Across these roles, he contributed extensively to the enhancement, migration, and maintenance of mainframe-based credit risk, securities processing, and insurance quoting systems.
Ashish holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Amravati University and is certified in mainframe application programming. He has received multiple SMART Awards recognizing his excellence in team management, client handling, and impactful contributions to enterprise-grade application reliability and delivery.

Ashish Prakash Khandelwal is a Principal Engineering Architect at Microsoft Corporation, where he plays a critical leadership role within the Azure Data R&D division. With over 17 years of experience in legacy system modernization and data platform m... Show more

Ho avviato la mia carriera costruendo case (letteralmente!). Da quel momento ho realizzato qual è la cosa che più mi piace fare: lavorare con le persone per seguire un obiettivo comune: creare qualcosa insieme che generi un valore (o un tetto sulla testa!)

Questa è la mia Vision!

Sono un praticante entusiasta delle metodologie Agili, nel ruolo di Product Owner ormai da qualche anno... ossessionato dalle priorità e da tutto ciò che va dalla fantasia alla realtà... il backlog!

Ho avviato la mia carriera costruendo case (letteralmente!). Da quel momento ho realizzato qual è la cosa che più mi piace fare: lavorare con le persone per seguire un obiettivo comune: creare qualcosa insieme che generi un valore (o un tetto sulla t... Show more

DeVante Pickering, a St. Croix native, is a Microsoft-certified technology leader with over a decade of experience delivering innovative solutions across startups, Fortune 50 companies, and the public sector. He began his career developing an EdTech startup in collaboration with his alma mater, UNCW. DeVante went on to contribute to major financial institutions, including participating in Wells Fargo's prestigious Emerging Talent Program and supporting initiatives at Barings (MassMutual) and Ally Lending, where he was an early engineer at a fintech startup later acquired by Ally. As Head of Technology at Disctopia, he spearheaded the platform’s expansion from music streaming into podcasts, audiobooks, and video.

Today, DeVante serves as President and Co-Founder of Pick 2 Solutions, where he leads the delivery of automated cloud solutions for small to mid-sized businesses and public sector organizations. He specializes in building secure, scalable infrastructure in highly regulated environments across finance, healthcare, and government. With deep expertise in cloud architecture and secure development practices, DeVante has also led distributed and offshore teams, driving digital transformation initiatives with precision and efficiency.

DeVante Pickering, a St. Croix native, is a Microsoft-certified technology leader with over a decade of experience delivering innovative solutions across startups, Fortune 50 companies, and the public sector. He began his career developing an EdTech ... Show more

Shivam is a Senior Product Designer at eBay’s core AI team, based in Berlin, shaping the future of e-commerce. Prior to eBay he worked on leading the designs efforts for couple of AI driven initiatives at Trivago, global leader in travel tech. He advocates for a human-centered approach to AI, emphasizing the critical balance between technology and empathy in shaping user experiences. Before trivago, he contributed to Sprinklr, helping to redefine unified customer experience management. He also interned at Microsoft.

Shivam is a Senior Product Designer at eBay’s core AI team, based in Berlin, shaping the future of e-commerce. Prior to eBay he worked on leading the designs efforts for couple of AI driven initiatives at Trivago, global leader in travel tech. He adv... Show more

Nithya Subramaniam is a senior product designer and systems thinker with a unique background that bridges architecture, AI, and user experience design. With experience leading intelligent workflow and automation design at companies like Klarity AI and TrustCloud, she has helped scale documentation tech and compliance platforms by making complex processes feel intuitive and human-centred.

Her design philosophy centres on building for “invisible impact”—where automation blends into user intent rather than overwhelming it. Nithya’s work spans AI-driven UX, workflow optimisation, and cross-functional design strategy, making her a strong advocate for intentional, ethical, and scalable design. She’s also the voice behind the Triple Take newsletter, where she explores intersections of design, technology, and culture with wit and clarity.

Nithya Subramaniam is a senior product designer and systems thinker with a unique background that bridges architecture, AI, and user experience design. With experience leading intelligent workflow and automation design at companies like Klarity AI an... Show more

Burl Stamp, FACHE, is a seasoned health care executive, sought-after speaker, and thought leader on workforce culture and leadership. Burl’s message on employee and customer engagement is practical, thought-provoking, and inspiring. Recent presentations focus primarily on the current workforce crisis in many industries, including solid strategies to reduce turnover and burnout.

Burl is the President/Founder of Stamp & Chase, a St. Louis-based firm that helps health care systems improve performance by focusing on the engagement and development of their people. Prior to launching Stamp & Chase, he served several leading health care organizations in executive roles, including president/CEO of Phoenix Children’s Hospital and vice president for BJC HealthCare.

Burl’s newest book, “Becoming a Better Boss,” will be published later this year. He is a faculty member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and has served on the Board of Directors of SoutheastHEALTH (a regional health system serving southeast Missouri that is now part of Mercy) and the Society for Healthcare Strategy & Market Development of the American Hospital Association. He is a frequent speaker on leadership, change management, communication, organizational culture, and business development strategy.

Burl Stamp, FACHE, is a seasoned health care executive, sought-after speaker, and thought leader on workforce culture and leadership. Burl’s message on employee and customer engagement is practical, thought-provoking, and inspiring. Recent presentati... Show more

hOrO mO X's conceptual work explores eastern contemplative philosophies and contemporary digital technologies.
In 2004, he developed the concept of AI-proof art, or art that resists machine learning algorithms by employing true quantum randomness. This concept later evolved into the OArt paradigm which aims to conceive digital and mind-bound AI-proof defence devices able to withstand AI singularity.
His current work utilizes biocomputers, addressing ethical considerations around the use of human brain organoids.

hOrO mO X's conceptual work explores eastern contemplative philosophies and contemporary digital technologies. In 2004, he developed the concept of AI-proof art, or art that resists machine learning algorithms by employing true quantum randomness. T... Show more

Achint Satsangi is a Senior Developer at FINN.no with nearly 18 years of experience delivering scalable, high-performance systems across domains like finance, e-commerce, and logistics. At FINN, he works on communication systems that enable seamless user interactions across platforms, focusing on backend development using Java, Kotlin, Node.js, and infrastructure tools like Kafka, Redis, and Kubernetes. Achint is a strong advocate for clean code, test-driven development, and pragmatic engineering. A thoughtful AI skeptic and enthusiastic observer of its evolution, he brings a grounded perspective to how emerging technologies intersect with software development. Outside of work, he enjoys running, swimming, and gardening.

Achint Satsangi is a Senior Developer at FINN.no with nearly 18 years of experience delivering scalable, high-performance systems across domains like finance, e-commerce, and logistics. At FINN, he works on communication systems that enable seamless ... Show more

Reconhecido entre os TOP 50 executivos em inovação e tecnologia pelo Inovatech 2024, Lauro tem mais de 15 anos de experiência em tecnologia e transformação digital. Graduado em Engenharia da Computação e com MBA em Gestão de Projetos de Software, consolidou sua carreira no Grupo Volvo, ocupando desde funções operacionais até papéis estratégicos em digitalização e TI.

Atualmente lidera um time de 80 pessoas, reestruturando equipes para maximizar entrega de valor e eliminar gargalos operacionais. Entre seus principais resultados, reduziu custos de nuvem em 10%, eliminou 3 aplicações legadas, reduziu o débito técnico em 83% e aumentou métricas de qualidade em 24 vezes. Também liderou iniciativas de IA generativa que impulsionaram as vendas do Grupo, enquanto reduzia a pegada de carbono da TI em 3 toneladas ao ano.

No braço de Energia da Volvo, criou um modelo de monetização para baterias de segunda vida e desenvolveu um sistema para maximizar a eficiência energética em eletromobilidade. Como Enterprise Architect, desempenhou um papel decisivo na liberação de investimentos milionários em tecnologia e inovação.

Sua liderança transforma TI em vantagem competitiva, garantindo que tecnologia e inovação acelerem os objetivos estratégicos do negócio.

Reconhecido entre os TOP 50 executivos em inovação e tecnologia pelo Inovatech 2024, Lauro tem mais de 15 anos de experiência em tecnologia e transformação digital. Graduado em Engenharia da Computação e com MBA em Gestão de Projetos de Software, con... Show more

Werawat Isaraphanich is an accomplished entrepreneur, REI (real estate investment) investor, and seasoned data and legal professional. With a sharp eye for identifying high-yield property opportunities, Werawat merges analytical rigor with a deep understanding of legal frameworks to minimize risk and maximize ROI. His entrepreneurial ventures span both tech and real estate sectors, where he leverages data-driven insights to guide strategic decisions. Werawat Isaraphanich is known for his precision, work ethic, and ability to translate complex legal jargon into actionable business strategies. Whether managing multifamily acquisitions or advising on data governance, Werawat combines innovation with compliance. His reputation continues to grow among peers as someone who brings clarity, structure, and long-term vision to every venture he undertakes in this dynamic landscape.

Werawat Isaraphanich is an accomplished entrepreneur, REI (real estate investment) investor, and seasoned data and legal professional. With a sharp eye for identifying high-yield property opportunities, Werawat merges analytical rigor with a deep und... Show more

Eugene Chang is the embodiment of elegance and persuasive expertise in the forensic engineering landscape, akin to the Sherlock Holmes of this domain. With an illustrious 18-year career as a serial entrepreneur, he has pioneered groundbreaking ventures in construction, blockchain, and drone technology. Eugene's academic credentials are equally impressive, boasting an MBA from UIC, a Master of Science, and dual degrees in Law and Civil Engineering from Taiwan University.

Eugene Chang is the embodiment of elegance and persuasive expertise in the forensic engineering landscape, akin to the Sherlock Holmes of this domain. With an illustrious 18-year career as a serial entrepreneur, he has pioneered groundbreaking ventur... Show more

Banani Mohapatra is a data science leader with 12+ years of experience in e-commerce, payments, and real estate, specializing in machine learning, generative AI, LLMs, and causal AI. She leads a global data science team at Walmart, driving subscription growth with multi-billion-dollar revenue impact. Her work includes Predictive Modeling for Measurement, LLM-powered governance frameworks, and adaptive GenAI solutions that personalize user experiences and increase engagement.

Banani Mohapatra is a data science leader with 12+ years of experience in e-commerce, payments, and real estate, specializing in machine learning, generative AI, LLMs, and causal AI. She leads a global data science team at Walmart, driving subscripti... Show more

Als ervaren Adviseur bij OGD ict-diensten, breng ik meer dan 10 jaar ervaring op architectuur gebied en advies met me mee. Mijn passie ligt in het helpen van organisaties om hun doelen te bereiken door middel van op maat gemaakte advies en begeleiding. Ik ben gespecialiseerd in het ontwikkelen van efficiënte en effectieve oplossingen voor complexe vraagstukken en strategieën die niet alleen de prestaties verbeteren, maar ook de organisatie verder brengen.

Als ervaren Adviseur bij OGD ict-diensten, breng ik meer dan 10 jaar ervaring op architectuur gebied en advies met me mee. Mijn passie ligt in het helpen van organisaties om hun doelen te bereiken door middel van op maat gemaakte advies en begeleidin... Show more

Full Stack Engineer turned Engineering Manager with more than 8 years' of experience building products for numerous domains like e-commerce, real estate, video-streaming, Fin-Tech and now Insurance Tech with Qoala.

Full Stack Engineer turned Engineering Manager with more than 8 years' of experience building products for numerous domains like e-commerce, real estate, video-streaming, Fin-Tech and now Insurance Tech with Qoala. Show more

Amarnath Immadisetty is a visionary leader in the tech industry, with over 18 years of experience driving groundbreaking innovation in real-time data processing systems. As a technology leader at Lowe’s, he spearheads a team that processes terabytes of data, delivering critical digital insights that enhance customer experience and optimize business performance on a global scale.

With a proven track record in leadership roles at global companies like Target, Uniqlo, and CMC Limited, Amarnath has redefined large-scale systems, engineering platforms, and data analytics. His work has empowered organizations to streamline operations, boost efficiency, and make data-driven decisions that fuel business success.

An inventor with multiple patents and a respected author, Amarnath is recognized for his pioneering research in cloud computing, data analytics, and technology transformation. His contributions have earned him accolades in leading academic journals, establishing him as an influential thought leader in the tech community.

Amarnath’s exceptional leadership has been recognized with prestigious awards such as the Titan and Noble Awards. Beyond corporate achievements, he actively mentors the next generation of tech leaders, sharing his knowledge as a sought-after speaker at industry conferences like DevOps and Python. As an IEEE paper reviewer, and judge for prestigious tech competitions like the Conrad Challenge and Globee Awards, Amarnath plays a key role in shaping the future of tech innovation.

A proud member of IEEE, Sigma Xi, BCS, and IAEME, Amarnath engages with researchers and engineers, nurturing talent and advancing the tech community through collaboration and mentorship.

Amarnath’s transformative work continues to inspire, shaping the future of technology and creating lasting change across industries.

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Amarnath Immadisetty is a visionary leader in the tech industry, with over 18 years of experience driving groundbreaking innovation in real-time data processing systems. As a technology leader at Lowe’s, he spearheads a team that processes terabytes ... Show more

Joaquim Torres (Joca) is a digital product development and management advisor. He has over 30 years of hands-on experience. He led the digital transformation of Lopes Consultoria de Imóveis, Brazil's most prominent real estate company, as CDO (Chief Digital Officer). Before that, he was CPO (Chief Product Officer) at Gympass, Conta Azul, and Locaweb. He began his career by co-founding his first startup in 1992, a BBS that became one of Brazil's first internet access providers. Author of 4 books on digital product management, he writes regularly at http://gyaco.com.

Joaquim Torres (Joca) is a digital product development and management advisor. He has over 30 years of hands-on experience. He led the digital transformation of Lopes Consultoria de Imóveis, Brazil's most prominent real estate company, as CDO (Chief ... Show more

Tamsin is a Principal Architect who is leading research on artificial intelligence for a FinTech payments specialist. Having started working on Expert Systems, Tamsin has 30 years experience of IT, primarily in the finance sector.

Tamsin is a Principal Architect who is leading research on artificial intelligence for a FinTech payments specialist. Having started working on Expert Systems, Tamsin has 30 years experience of IT, primarily in the finance sector. Show more

Sean M. Duncan, CPA is the president of SMD Consulting & Accounting and founder of Chief Proactive Advisors, LLC. built his reputation as a thought leader in the accounting industry by focusing on advising, teaching, and helping clients with proactive strategy and planning.

CPAs across the United States possess so much valuable knowledge about business, finances, AND taxes; but all too often they shy away from sharing their wisdom in a timely and actionable manner. Over the last 25+ years, Sean has accumulated a diverse and unique set of credentials and knowledge that he shares through speaking at conferences and events, in private seminars, one-on-one with clients, and with his very talented team at SMD.

A recognized expert on comprehensive financial and business strategy, Sean M. Duncan, CPA has been a speaker at accounting events, financial advisor conferences, real estate investor conferences, Texas Bar Association events, medical forums, and many other conferences, webinars, and podcasts. e has contributed to Intuit’s Accountant blog and is a frequent contributor to articles in The Dallas Morning News, Insightful Accountant, and other publications. Sean has also made numerous appearances as a TV, radio, and podcast guest across the United States.

Sean M. Duncan, CPA is the president of SMD Consulting & Accounting and founder of Chief Proactive Advisors, LLC. built his reputation as a thought leader in the accounting industry by focusing on advising, teaching, and helping clients with proactiv... Show more

35+yrs - deep software industry expertise in major ecosystems IBM, Microsoft, SAP, Oracle and enterprise application landscapes

35+yrs - deep software industry expertise in major ecosystems IBM, Microsoft, SAP, Oracle and enterprise application landscapes Show more

Learning new things!

Learning new things! Show more

ISO C++ Committee Member & Indian National Body Chair
High-performance Architect
Minimalist & Incremental Architecture
Correct-by-construction Design
22 years of experience
Invited Guest Speaker at Annual world-renowned companies
Speaker at many conferences - check YouTube

ISO C++ Committee Member & Indian National Body Chair High-performance Architect Minimalist & Incremental Architecture Correct-by-construction Design 22 years of experience Invited Guest Speaker at Annual world-renowned companies Speaker at man... Show more

Architecte Collaboratif sur l'écosystème Microsoft, j'accompagne les entreprises pour collaborer efficacement et dans un environnement maitrisé.

Architecte Collaboratif sur l'écosystème Microsoft, j'accompagne les entreprises pour collaborer efficacement et dans un environnement maitrisé. Show more

Software Engineer for 20+ years

Software Engineer for 20+ years Show more

Raphael Pigulla is a Principal Architect at MaibornWolff (Germany) with over twenty years of experience in all things JavaScript and the web. He focuses on clean and scalable backend architectures in TypeScript. Raphael is a coffee enthusiast, passionate educator and avid board gamer who never misses a bad pun.

Raphael Pigulla is a Principal Architect at MaibornWolff (Germany) with over twenty years of experience in all things JavaScript and the web. He focuses on clean and scalable backend architectures in TypeScript. Raphael is a coffee enthusiast, passio... Show more

AWS Hero passionate about #Serverless so I created @cdkpatterns / http://dev.to/cdkpatterns

AWS Hero passionate about #Serverless so I created @cdkpatterns / http://dev.to/cdkpatterns Show more

I am an assistant professor of urban design and analytics at TU Delft, passionate about asking spatial and non-spatial questions with R. I co-initiated Rbanism, a community of R users that aims to empower urbanism researchers, students, educators and practitioners to use open-source software and related open-science practices effectively and with confidence. Currently, I focus on developing an open-source tool for urban river space analysis, and on text mining applied in urbanism education.

I am an assistant professor of urban design and analytics at TU Delft, passionate about asking spatial and non-spatial questions with R. I co-initiated Rbanism, a community of R users that aims to empower urbanism researchers, students, educators and... Show more

Arquitecta y analista Senior de soluciones QA/QC en Baufest S.A. Me considero una Agile Lover y Predicadora de la Accesibilidad.
He trabajado durante más de 9 años probando varios productos en diferentes plataformas realizando una amplia variedad de tipos de pruebas con diversas herramientas en diferentes entornos tradicionales y ágiles. He realizado muchos cursos sobre habilidades de gestión y pruebas ofrecidos por el W3C y la
Universidad de Curtin, entre otros. He participado como oradora en diferentes eventos tales como "Mega Testing Week",
Switcheate" y "ADA13" hablando de Agile Testing, Agile & DevOps y Accesibilidad Digital. Además, he realizado algunos webinars sobre Accesibilidad Web patrocinados por algunas entidades como CharlyAutomatiza, Baufest S.A y EducaciónIT.

Arquitecta y analista Senior de soluciones QA/QC en Baufest S.A. Me considero una Agile Lover y Predicadora de la Accesibilidad. He trabajado durante más de 9 años probando varios productos en diferentes plataformas realizando una amplia variedad d... Show more

After nearly 15 years of work in and around Open Source Program Office and Software Architecture in Sony Mobile moved to Volvo Cars where I spend most of my time helping teams with Enterprise Architecture, technical aspects of work with Open Source compliance and distribution, as well as AI governance.

After nearly 15 years of work in and around Open Source Program Office and Software Architecture in Sony Mobile moved to Volvo Cars where I spend most of my time helping teams with Enterprise Architecture, technical aspects of work with Open Source ... Show more

Started as trainer and administrator in Algebra, then through some years became head of operating systems department at Algebra private college. At that time, he became IT Pro group lead and 5-year Microsoft MVP. After four years in Microsoft covering roles of Infrastructure and Azure TSP, Marin moved to Span to take the role of Senior Solutions Architect for cloud solutions. Currently working in AWS as Senior Soultions Architect specialized in migrations. Personal time is occupied by enjoying short trips with his family and close friends, tinkering with home automation and networking and spending money on too many gadgets.

Started as trainer and administrator in Algebra, then through some years became head of operating systems department at Algebra private college. At that time, he became IT Pro group lead and 5-year Microsoft MVP. After four years in Microsoft coverin... Show more

William is co-founder at Spatial Pixel and researches spatial artificial intelligence at Columbia University, the application of generative artificial intelligence to all aspects of spatial reasoning for designers and environments. Originally trained as an architect, he has held roles in technology companies as director of AI, head of product, interaction designer, and software engineer, and as a professor at Yale and NYIT.

William is co-founder at Spatial Pixel and researches spatial artificial intelligence at Columbia University, the application of generative artificial intelligence to all aspects of spatial reasoning for designers and environments. Originally trained... Show more