Mark is a software engineer from Hungary passionate about open source both as a maintainer and as a contributor. Besides writing code, he loves every part of software engineering from software design to devops and infrastructure.

When he is not coding, Mark attends a local folk dance group, organizes and attends meetups or just stays at home with a beer and a great book.

Mark is a software engineer from Hungary passionate about open source both as a maintainer and as a contributor. Besides writing code, he loves every part of software engineering from software design to devops and infrastructure. When he is not c... Show more

Miguel is a serial entrepreneur, mentor, and board director. He is the founder of DataDragon, building dynamic resilient local networks for climate adaptation, innovation, and the Green Transition across Ibero América and Australia. He was the Co-founder and CEO of Euler’s Bridge a platform company bridging communities together with actionable graph insight. He founded Tin Alley beta, the award winning, premier tech internship program in Australia which placed top Uni tech talent in high-growth companies. He holds a PhD in network science from the University of Melbourne.

Miguel is a serial entrepreneur, mentor, and board director. He is the founder of DataDragon, building dynamic resilient local networks for climate adaptation, innovation, and the Green Transition across Ibero América and Australia. He was the Co-fou... Show more

- 18 años de experiencia en desarrollo de negocios y estrategia de comunicación para los mercados de Europa, Asia y Latinoamérica

- Ella es economista con maestría en periodismo. Cambió de carrera cuatro veces en tres países

- Ha estado enseñando inglés en diferentes escuelas, bootcamps, universidades de Colombia durante 4 años

- En Latinoamérica, ella ejecuta estrategias para que clientes corporativos ingresen a nuevos mercados, conecta fondos de Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) con startups y lidera un equipo de ingenieros de Machine Learning y Data

- Se especializa en ayudar a desarrolladores a encontrar empleo en empresas de tecnología o a cambiar de carrera

ESP | RUS | ENG

- 18 años de experiencia en desarrollo de negocios y estrategia de comunicación para los mercados de Europa, Asia y Latinoamérica - Ella es economista con maestría en periodismo. Cambió de carrera cuatro veces en tres países - Ha estado enseñ... Show more

Please consult my Linkedin Page. https://www.linkedin.com/in/pieter-jan-de-man-69346516/

Please consult my Linkedin Page. https://www.linkedin.com/in/pieter-jan-de-man-69346516/ Show more

Justice is a Programs and Operations expert interested in sustainability and cleantech. He is a current Global Ambassador for UNLEASH, a Global Landscape Forum Social Media Ambassador, a trained Climate Reality Leader, and a mechanical engineering graduate. Justice is Microsoft Certified in M365, Azure, and Power Platforms. Justice is the former Growth and Operations Manager at Trashcoin UG, a German/Nigerian cleantech startup focused on digitizing waste collection in Africa.

He currently works as a Community Growth & Data Lead

Justice is a Programs and Operations expert interested in sustainability and cleantech. He is a current Global Ambassador for UNLEASH, a Global Landscape Forum Social Media Ambassador, a trained Climate Reality Leader, and a mechanical engineering gr... Show more

Russian literature lover, wannabe writer, rock climber.
Former Google Developers Expert and Microsoft MVP, founder of great communities.

Russian literature lover, wannabe writer, rock climber. Former Google Developers Expert and Microsoft MVP, founder of great communities. Show more

An enthusiastic quality specialist deeply immersed in the realm of front-end technologies. With a wealth of experience under her belt, she navigates the intricacies of software development with finesse. Beyond her professional endeavors, Meriem devotes herself to nurturing the future of the tech industry as a part-time software engineering instructor, imparting her knowledge and expertise to the next generation of developers. Yet, her commitment doesn't end there. In the scarce moments between her professional and teaching duties, Meriem takes the lead in driving and participating in numerous community initiatives across Morocco and beyond, enriching lives and fostering progress throughout Africa

An enthusiastic quality specialist deeply immersed in the realm of front-end technologies. With a wealth of experience under her belt, she navigates the intricacies of software development with finesse. Beyond her professional endeavors, Meriem devot... Show more

Derek M. Scheller Jr. – Cybersecurity Leader | Veteran | Advocate for Empowerment Through Security

Derek M. Scheller Jr. is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with over 13 years of experience spanning offensive security, cyber defense, and strategic consulting. A U.S. Army and Air National Guard veteran, Derek now serves as the Practice Manager of Security Engineering at Stratascale, where he leads high-performing teams in delivering cutting-edge cloud and hybrid security solutions.

His career journey—from tactical military operations to corporate cybersecurity leadership—has shaped his mission-driven approach to technology, leadership, and resilience. Derek holds top industry certifications, including CISSP, OSCP, and multiple SANS designations (GREM, GPYC, GCIH, GCED, GSEC), and specializes in vulnerability management, red/purple teaming, SIEM optimization, and security program development.

Beyond his technical expertise, Derek is a passionate educator and mentor. He hosts two widely respected podcasts—"Security Happy Hour" and "Walk With Me"—aimed at guiding newcomers into cybersecurity and inspiring personal growth. He also collaborates with schools to bring cybersecurity education to the next generation.

A compelling and relatable speaker, Derek brings authenticity, practical insight, and a deep sense of purpose to every engagement. Whether he's discussing threat detection, burnout in security teams, or the human side of cyber leadership, Derek connects with audiences through his real-world experience and passion for making security a force for good.

Derek M. Scheller Jr. – Cybersecurity Leader | Veteran | Advocate for Empowerment Through Security Derek M. Scheller Jr. is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with over 13 years of experience spanning offensive security, cyber defense, and stra... Show more

Anupriy Kanti is a UX Design Leader and Content Strategist with over 14 years of experience designing for B2C and B2B products across various domains. He has led multidisciplinary teams in design agencies like Think Design and FoxyMoron, as well as high-growth unicorns such as Zeta and Infra.Market — where he built and scaled content design functions from the ground up.

Anupriy’s work intersects with systems thinking, storytelling, and UX clarity. He is known for developing frameworks and playbooks that make information architecture and content strategy accessible to cross-functional teams. As a design mentor and a frequent speaker across design communities, he employs metaphor-rich thinking to translate abstract ideas into practical tools and playbooks.

When he is not building design systems or advocating for content-informed UX, you will find him conducting mythological-prehistory walks in Bengaluru or decoding cosmic stories from deep time.

Anupriy Kanti is a UX Design Leader and Content Strategist with over 14 years of experience designing for B2C and B2B products across various domains. He has led multidisciplinary teams in design agencies like Think Design and FoxyMoron, as well as h... Show more

Aanvi Dogra is a junior 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 junior 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

Mark has been working with Microsoft Business Applications since 2003 and has run practices of various sizes in multiple countries. He is the creator of the 90 Day Mentoring Challenge. He is a Business Applications MVP, MCT, Mentor and Speaker.

Mark has been working with Microsoft Business Applications since 2003 and has run practices of various sizes in multiple countries. He is the creator of the 90 Day Mentoring Challenge. He is a Business Applications MVP, MCT, Mentor and Speaker. Show more

I am Microsoft MVP and MCT and community leader from UAE. I working as CTO evolution Technologies, Azure community Hero

I am Microsoft MVP and MCT and community leader from UAE. I working as CTO evolution Technologies, Azure community Hero Show more

Johnny currently works as a data and analytics consultant. He’s been working with Business Intelligence software since 2007, specialising in full stack data platform development since 2016. He’s a self-confessed Business Intelligence geek and in his spare time runs the website, SubStack and YouTube channel Greyskull Analytics, where he likes to nerd out about all things data.

Johnny currently works as a data and analytics consultant. He’s been working with Business Intelligence software since 2007, specialising in full stack data platform development since 2016. He’s a self-confessed Business Intelligence geek and in his ... Show more

Steven started his career in finance and ventured into analytics around 2018. He is currently Co-owner and CTO of DATA KINGDOM, a scale-up in Data Analytics consultancy. Steven focuses mainly on building the Power BI architecture, Data Modeling and Governance. Trough this, he helps clients get more value out of their data.

Steven started his career in finance and ventured into analytics around 2018. He is currently Co-owner and CTO of DATA KINGDOM, a scale-up in Data Analytics consultancy. Steven focuses mainly on building the Power BI architecture, Data Modeling and G... 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

Etornam is a Software Engineer who currently specializes in developing resilient Mobile applications for Android and iOS. He has an understanding of modern software engineering and always looking for a better approach to designing software. Aside from his day-to-day activities as a software engineer, he actively contributes to open source projects and also the tech community ecosystem building in Ghana.

Etornam is a Software Engineer who currently specializes in developing resilient Mobile applications for Android and iOS. He has an understanding of modern software engineering and always looking for a better approach to designing software. Aside fro... Show more

Markus is an enthusiastic software engineer with a passion for developing scalable solutions on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform. His technical background encompasses solid expertise in C#, various web frameworks, and extensive experience in applying modern software development methodologies.

Beyond his professional commitments, Markus is actively involved in the tech community, sharing his knowledge as a mentor and contributing to open-source projects. His work and engagement reflect his enthusiasm for software and Azure.

Markus is an enthusiastic software engineer with a passion for developing scalable solutions on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform. His technical background encompasses solid expertise in C#, various web frameworks, and extensive experience in applyi... Show more

Allison is a Senior Software Engineer at LinkedIn and a founding member of their Flink Batch team. She is especially passionate about enhancing observability for Flink Batch processing, helping Flink users at LinkedIn to gain better performance insights and operational confidence.

Allison is a Senior Software Engineer at LinkedIn and a founding member of their Flink Batch team. She is especially passionate about enhancing observability for Flink Batch processing, helping Flink users at LinkedIn to gain better performance insig... Show more

Microsoft technology enthusiast with 15 years of experience in SharePoint, M365, Power Platform, and related technologies.

Passionate about working with new technologies and tools, as well as sharing knowledge.

Microsoft technology enthusiast with 15 years of experience in SharePoint, M365, Power Platform, and related technologies. Passionate about working with new technologies and tools, as well as sharing knowledge. Show more

Rijo works as a Java Chapter Lead at ABN AMRO Bank, Netherlands. He possesses extensive experience in developing applications within the payments and credits sector of the banking domain.
Rijo is originally from India, and now settled in Netherlands.
Embracing Dutch culture, he enjoys eating his sandwich while riding his bike ;-)

Rijo works as a Java Chapter Lead at ABN AMRO Bank, Netherlands. He possesses extensive experience in developing applications within the payments and credits sector of the banking domain. Rijo is originally from India, and now settled in Netherland... Show more

Gunjan Taleja is a highly accomplished Senior Principal Application Engineer with over 17 years of experience in designing, developing, and optimizing cutting-edge software solutions. With a deep passion for technology and innovation, he has established a reputation as a trusted expert in the field, consistently delivering high-impact results across diverse industries.
Outside of work, Gunjan enjoys travel, camping, coaching young kids on cricket and follow premier league soccer.

Gunjan Taleja is a highly accomplished Senior Principal Application Engineer with over 17 years of experience in designing, developing, and optimizing cutting-edge software solutions. With a deep passion for technology and innovation, he has establis... Show more

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Title: Microsoft MVP || Software Developer(.NET, Flutter, Dart) || Power Platform Developer
Shadrack is a self-taught developer with a background in Finance. He is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) under the Business Applications category. An active tech community leader for the Power Platform User Group Kenya and also active contributor of the Microsoft Tech Community. Being a community enthusiast he has been able to organise and attend 20+ hackathons and tech events

Title: Microsoft MVP || Software Developer(.NET, Flutter, Dart) || Power Platform Developer Shadrack is a self-taught developer with a background in Finance. He is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) under the Business Applications categor... Show more

Ting Li
Sr. Solutions Architecture Specialist | Terraform Expert | Speaker | ex-Microsoft

Ting Li is a seasoned technology leader with over 19 years of experience in IT, specializing in infrastructure automation, project management, and cybersecurity. As a Sr. Solutions Architecture Specialist at HashiCorp, she helps organizations design and implement scalable, secure, and automated solutions.

Previously, Ting spent 11 years at Microsoft, where she worked across Sales, Marketing, and Product teams, collaborating with global enterprises to drive digital transformation. Her expertise spans both pre-sales and post-sales engagements, with a strong focus on customer enablement and solution delivery.

A passionate advocate for knowledge sharing, Ting has been a featured speaker at major industry events, including Microsoft TechEd (2006–2008, 2016), Microsoft product launches for Office and Windows, Seattle HUG, HashiCorp webinars, and various local meetups. She is committed to training and mentoring teams, partners, and customers, empowering them to maximize the value of HashiCorp’s products and solutions.

Ting is also a blogger and thought leader, sharing her insights on Terraform workflows, infrastructure automation, and best practices. Her posts, such as "Which Terraform Workflow Should I Use? VCS, CLI, or API?" and "Optimizing Your DevOps with Terraform", have been widely read by IT professionals looking to streamline their operations and improve collaboration.

Beyond her professional work, Ting enjoys traveling with her family, hitting the slopes, and writing books.

Ting Li Sr. Solutions Architecture Specialist | Terraform Expert | Speaker | ex-Microsoft Ting Li is a seasoned technology leader with over 19 years of experience in IT, specializing in infrastructure automation, project management, and cybersecu... Show more

He is currently involved in the development of data analytics projects. In the area of on-premise OLAP tools, he contributes to the system prototyping process, from selecting the indexing engine to designing and implementing dashboards.

He was part of the University's Governing Team, where he was responsible for defining strategic lines related to ICT.

He has led several initiatives focused on technological renewal, including:

Upgrading campus network connectivity

Implementing new storage systems

Transitioning to elastic computing infrastructures

Introducing AI-powered tools for information management

Enhancing the integration and interoperability of corporate data

Advancing capabilities in data analytics
among other projects.

Previously, he developed and implemented a project to improve the energy efficiency of the university’s data processing center. The project incorporated indirect free-cooling systems and cold/hot aisle containment, resulting in significant energy savings. The current Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) is 1.6 in summer and 1.3 in winter.

He has also collaborated with the systems management team, where he implemented an automated provisioning system for operating systems and applications on client devices.
In addition, he has contributed to projects such as:

The expansion and enhancement of the monitoring system for performance and availability of information systems

Server virtualization, with a focus on automated provisioning, fault tolerance, and load balancing

He actively participated in Spain’s first national e-wallet project, developed jointly by the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and La Caixa, with a focus on smart card management. His contributions included:

Developing applications for key recording, reading, management, and verification, based directly on ISO 7816 protocol frames

Implementing a PKCS#11 module to abstract data and key structures

He also contributed to the development of multitier server architectures for the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona’s self-service electronic administration systems. His work included:

Developing libraries for integration with ATM networks

Building middleware components to abstract the data and access layers

He is currently involved in the development of data analytics projects. In the area of on-premise OLAP tools, he contributes to the system prototyping process, from selecting the indexing engine to designing and implementing dashboards. He was par... Show more

Hailing from India, Sandeep is a passionate software engineer and individual contributor. A frequent meetup speaker, he loves sharing real-world lessons and insights with the community. He's a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion, serving as co-chair of the CNCF Deaf and Hard of Hearing Working Group (DHHWG). Living with sensorineural hearing loss since age 14, he navigates the tech world through lip-reading and captioning—proving that accessibility and impact can go hand in hand.

Hailing from India, Sandeep is a passionate software engineer and individual contributor. A frequent meetup speaker, he loves sharing real-world lessons and insights with the community. He's a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion, serving as c... Show more

I'm an experienced Data Engineer with a strong background in cloud-based solutions & Databricks Champion. Currently, I'm working as a Data Engineer and Solution architect at Plain Concepts, where I've played a key role in designing and fine-tuning big data + AI solutions across different industries.

Lately, I have been focusing on data governance as I believe it is the new challenge that Data professionals will need to tackle for accurate and reliable solutions.

I'm an experienced Data Engineer with a strong background in cloud-based solutions & Databricks Champion. Currently, I'm working as a Data Engineer and Solution architect at Plain Concepts, where I've played a key role in designing and fine-tuning bi... 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

Amber Vanderburg is a multi-award winning businessperson, keynote speaker, author, and founder of the international learning development company, The Pathwayz Group, which has led 800,000+ learners in more than 75 countries in action-focused learning journeys. Amber's history in talent development includes authoring top-reviewed online learning courses for platforms such as LinkedIn Learning, Lecturio, and PluralSight, acting as Director of a national education leadership company, and coaching with professional sports team academies in Asia. In 2022, she published her first business adventure book "Uniquely Better" about building higher team performance.

Speaking engagements:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMNcx7Jwk9Sp6WxuvrfOOBqdP9440SKl0

Amber Vanderburg is a multi-award winning businessperson, keynote speaker, author, and founder of the international learning development company, The Pathwayz Group, which has led 800,000+ learners in more than 75 countries in action-focused learning... Show more

Prajakta is a passionate advocate for open source, education, and community empowerment. With a deep commitment to fostering innovation and growth, she has dedicated herself to mentoring and teaching individuals across India, both online and in-person. Prajakta’s work is centered around creating inclusive platforms that allow others to learn, grow, and thrive in the tech ecosystem.

She is the co-founder of Techvalley, a dynamic initiative focused on building a thriving community of tech enthusiasts. As an active mentor and judge, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of tech talent by guiding students through hackathons and pitching events. Her dedication to education and skill development has also led her to serve as a National Skill Development Corporation mentor, where she helps bridge the gap between education and industry.

Prajakta’s community-building efforts extend to various global and local initiatives. She is a former AngelHack Ambassador, a core member of FOSS United Pune, and a Girlscript Ambassador, where she champions diversity and inclusion in tech. She has also made significant contributions to the blockchain and decentralised tech community as a core member of Dapps.co and Hackers Meet-up.

At her university, Prajakta took the initiative to start Co-Dev, a technical community dedicated to collaboration and growth. She has been an active Microsoft Student Ambassador, connecting students with opportunities and resources, and her leadership in fostering open-source culture has left a lasting impact.

Driven by a passion for empowering others through education, mentoring, and hands-on experience, Prajakta is committed to creating a future where technology is accessible, inclusive, and impactful for all.

Prajakta is a passionate advocate for open source, education, and community empowerment. With a deep commitment to fostering innovation and growth, she has dedicated herself to mentoring and teaching individuals across India, both online and in-perso... Show more