Shriya Agarwal is a dynamic and accomplished Data Engineer with over seven years of hands-on experience driving digital transformation at large-scale enterprises like Walmart International. She has built a reputation for leveraging cutting-edge data engineering, AI, and cloud-based technologies—specifically GCP—to innovate and optimize global supply chains, international finance data systems, global sourcing, and enterprise-wide decision-making processes. Her ability to transform complex data into actionable business insights has been a cornerstone of her career, enabling organizations to achieve strategic goals and operational excellence.

In addition to her technical expertise, Shriya is pursuing an MBA in Strategic Management, deepening her understanding of integrating technological innovation into high-level business strategy. Her unique blend of technical acumen and strategic thinking enables her to approach data challenges holistically, ensuring both scalability and measurable impact on business outcomes.

An ardent advocate for women in technology, Shriya is actively involved in mentoring and community building within the industry. Beyond her professional achievements, she is passionate about using AI for social good, drawing inspiration from initiatives like Microsoft’s AI for Good. She continuously seeks ways to align her work with humanitarian causes.

Shriya brings her deep technical expertise to the table and her passion for shaping the future of technology through leadership, innovation, and ethical AI. Through her speaking engagements, she aims to inspire, educate, and empower others to leverage data and technology to solve real-world challenges and create a meaningful impact.

Shriya Agarwal is a dynamic and accomplished Data Engineer with over seven years of hands-on experience driving digital transformation at large-scale enterprises like Walmart International. She has built a reputation for leveraging cutting-edge data ... Show more

Ben Opit (aka Beno) is a Microsoft Dynamics Business Manager for APAC based in Sydney, Australia. With extensive experience in driving digital transformation and business growth, Beno has led various high-impact projects. His expertise spans multiple industries, enabling him to provide tailored solutions that meet unique sector needs.

Beno collaborates with top Dynamics partners in APAC to showcase their expertise and enhance their digital presence. He has successfully organized and participated in numerous events, earning recognition within the industry for his ability to manage complex projects and deliver impactful presentations.

With a passion for continuous learning and innovation, Beno is dedicated to helping businesses leverage the full potential of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. His commitment to excellence and customer-centric approach make him a valuable asset to any organization looking to thrive in the digital age.

Ben Opit (aka Beno) is a Microsoft Dynamics Business Manager for APAC based in Sydney, Australia. With extensive experience in driving digital transformation and business growth, Beno has led various high-impact projects. His expertise spans multiple... Show more

23. android & kotlin developer, karate & krav trainee, traveler, engineering student (cybersecurity), avgeek. 🇮🇹

23. android & kotlin developer, karate & krav trainee, traveler, engineering student (cybersecurity), avgeek. 🇮🇹 Show more

Tech and Team lead with a passion for engineering culture and the transformative role of AI in the future of software development. Experienced in leadership, software and data engineering, and AI-driven tools to boost business productivity. I empower businesses to adapt to new paradigms by designing, developing and integrating AI tools and intelligent assistants. A strong advocate for sharing knowledge on leadership, AI, and building high-performing engineering cultures. Beyond client work, I am also a content creator and ambassador at LEAD Community.

Tech and Team lead with a passion for engineering culture and the transformative role of AI in the future of software development. Experienced in leadership, software and data engineering, and AI-driven tools to boost business productivity. I empower... Show more

Richard Abrich is a Principal AI Engineer at ziggiz, where he develops foundational AI systems for cybersecurity in partnership with Palantir and Databricks, focusing on unstructured data pipelines, semantic reasoning across heterogeneous schemas, and natural language interfaces. Concurrently, he is the Founder and CTO of OpenAdapt.AI, building an open-source generative process automation system to automate desktop tasks.

With deep experience in applying state-of-the-art AI/ML to solve high-value problems, Richard previously led the creation of an acquired neurological diagnostic AI for Cleveland Clinic Innovations, architected a human-in-the-loop insurance estimation system delivering $20M+ annual savings, and founded the AI consultancy MLDSAI Inc. After earning his M.A.Sc. from the University of Toronto in computer engineering specializing in medical imaging and machine learning, he deferred a PhD acceptance at Mila (Yoshua Bengio) to join AI robotics startup Kindred.ai as an early employee (acquired for $262M).

Richard Abrich is a Principal AI Engineer at ziggiz, where he develops foundational AI systems for cybersecurity in partnership with Palantir and Databricks, focusing on unstructured data pipelines, semantic reasoning across heterogeneous schemas, an... Show more

Je suis diplômé en informatique avec une spécialisation en génie logiciel et systèmes informatiques de l'ISIMA à Clermont-Ferrand. Au cours de ma carrière, j'ai eu l'opportunité de travailler dans des grandes entreprises telles que le CNES, où j'ai passé plus de 5 ans à contribuer à l'ingénierie logicielle dans le domaine spatial. Mon expérience m'a permis de développer une solide expertise en matière de développement logiciel, de coordination d'équipes et de mise en place de processus de génie logiciel.

Je suis ensuite devenu consultant, apportant mon expertise en DevOps et Cloud. Je suis motivé par l'opportunité de contribuer à diverses missions tout en soutenant l'impact positif de l'entreprise. Notre engagement envers les innovations sociales et la responsabilité sociétale m'inspire à créer un impact significatif dans le domaine de la technologie.

Je suis passionné par la résolution de problèmes complexes et l'innovation technologique. J'ai toujours été motivé par le désir de repousser les limites de mes compétences et de contribuer à des projets d'envergure. En parallèle, j'ai également participé activement à des projets open source, ce qui m'a permis d'élargir mon champ de connaissances et de collaborer avec une communauté dynamique.

Je suis enthousiaste à l'idée de partager mon expérience et mes connaissances, dans le but d'inspirer d'autres professionnels et d'encourager l'échange d'idées et de bonnes pratiques dans le domaine de l'ingénierie logicielle et cloud.

Aujourd'hui, j'ai ma propre société : La Formule Nuagique, grâce à laquelle j'ambitionne de me lancer dans les projets les plus fous.

Je suis diplômé en informatique avec une spécialisation en génie logiciel et systèmes informatiques de l'ISIMA à Clermont-Ferrand. Au cours de ma carrière, j'ai eu l'opportunité de travailler dans des grandes entreprises telles que le CNES, où j'ai p... Show more

Driven by a passion for solving complex infrastructure challenges, I've spent the last 8 years as a DevOps Engineer, specialising in workflow automation and pipeline optimisation. I believe Flyte is a game-changer for building scalable and reliable data and ML solutions. At KubeCon 2025 India, I'll demonstrate how Flyte can help you overcome common DevOps hurdles and accelerate your development cycles.

Driven by a passion for solving complex infrastructure challenges, I've spent the last 8 years as a DevOps Engineer, specialising in workflow automation and pipeline optimisation. I believe Flyte is a game-changer for building scalable and reliable d... Show more

Hi, I'm Eche.

Hi, I'm Eche. Show more

Software Architect at Vanderlande | Driving cloud-native adoption | Building scalable, reusable architectures | Passionate about innovation and efficiency in logistics automation.

Software Architect at Vanderlande | Driving cloud-native adoption | Building scalable, reusable architectures | Passionate about innovation and efficiency in logistics automation. Show more

Steve focuses on technical training, patterns and practice development, industry thought leadership, and technical communities. He is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with a focus on Microsoft Fabric. Steve has had ALS since 2021. This has put him in a unique position to talk about accessibility in the workplace. He has been working with technology for over 20 years with much of that time spent on creating business intelligence solutions and helping customers implement leading BI and cloud solutions. He is passionate about using data effectively and helping customers understand that data is valuable and profitable. Steve and his daughter, Kristyna, post regularly about Power BI, data engineering, and workplace enablement at their blog at http://www.dataonwheels.com.

Steve focuses on technical training, patterns and practice development, industry thought leadership, and technical communities. He is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP with a focus on Microsoft Fabric. Steve has had ALS since 2021. This has put him in a ... Show more

Being actively involved with the SaaS and Open Source industry, Shruti has a good hold on everything eCommerce and has expertise in framing content, including web content, web marketing, and guest posts. Staying updated with industry activities, she delivers the right content to help the end audiences grow their ecommerce sales. Ms. Tiwari Shruti is a proud Ambassador at Women Techmakers and leads the content marketing and partner collaboration between CedCommerce and the Grow Big Initiative.

Being actively involved with the SaaS and Open Source industry, Shruti has a good hold on everything eCommerce and has expertise in framing content, including web content, web marketing, and guest posts. Staying updated with industry activities, she ... Show more

Freelance consultant, developer and architect in Enterprise Application Integration. .NET enthusiast of the first hour. Many years of experience in software development and architecture in national and international projects with a focus on Microsoft solutions, especially the .NET platform.

Freelance consultant, developer and architect in Enterprise Application Integration. .NET enthusiast of the first hour. Many years of experience in software development and architecture in national and international projects with a focus on Microsoft... Show more

Bill Crider has worked on SharePoint and the Office 365 platform since its inception in 2001. A reformed .Net developer, he has worked in a wide variety of industries and emphasizes using out of the box or low code tool to build a wide array of applications. He has worked at every level from 10 person shops to the largest state and 3 letter federal government agencies. His favorite project - rebuilding and digitizing the entire paper-based Cincinnati Bengals scouting and NFL draft analysis tools using SharePoint, low code tools and just a dash of custom code. His current work involves using SharePoint, Power Platform and Dynamics to rapidly enable and build cost effective business applications.

Based in Cincinnati, Bill is an Ohio St. and Cincinnati sports fan, a gamer, and manages a rock band in his spare time.

He currently works for C3 Integrated Solutions, a Washington DC based consultancy that specializes in helping companies build solutions and achieve federal compliance on the Microsoft 365 platform.

Bill Crider has worked on SharePoint and the Office 365 platform since its inception in 2001. A reformed .Net developer, he has worked in a wide variety of industries and emphasizes using out of the box or low code tool to build a wide array of appli... Show more

With over 15 years of experience in software development, I have survived through highs and lows, trials and tribulations, trends, new hotness, old and busted, and finally arrived at a place of realization... True wisdom is realizing that you know nothing. Or at least enough to be dangerous.

In my professional career, I have learned that whatever can go wrong, will, and whatever goes right, comes from exploration, communication and sharing of experience.

The entirety of my career has been spent working in industries where software development isn’t the end product, but the means to an end. With that experience, I believe I can help others in navigating the pitfalls that can keep them from delivering optimal value to their organization, which is end-user satisfaction.

With over 15 years of experience in software development, I have survived through highs and lows, trials and tribulations, trends, new hotness, old and busted, and finally arrived at a place of realization... True wisdom is realizing that you know no... Show more

As a solution architect with a specialization in Microsoft technologies and a passion for innovation & progress, I support my clients in their digital business development.

As a solution architect with a specialization in Microsoft technologies and a passion for innovation & progress, I support my clients in their digital business development. Show more

Program manager on-premises data gateway.

Program manager on-premises data gateway. Show more

I am an approver of the Koordinator community and a developer at Alibaba Cloud. Mainly insterested in device scheduling and task scheduling.

I am an approver of the Koordinator community and a developer at Alibaba Cloud. Mainly insterested in device scheduling and task scheduling. Show more

Satej works as Principal Data Engineer at Zalando SE with over 14 years of experience in the industry. He has worked with renowned organizations such as Boeing, Adidas, Honeywell specializing in architecture, big data and machine learning use cases. With a strong track record of architecting scalable and efficient systems, Satej has successfully delivered data-driven and ML applied solutions. He's also an author of two programming books named "Building Secure PHP Applications" and "PHP 8 Basics: For Programming and Web Development" with Apress / Springer publications with another one in pipeline.

Satej works as Principal Data Engineer at Zalando SE with over 14 years of experience in the industry. He has worked with renowned organizations such as Boeing, Adidas, Honeywell specializing in architecture, big data and machine learning use cases. ... Show more

A Business and Application Architect building apps and flows on the Power Platform based in Stockholm Sweden. Speaker, blogger, event organizer and very involved in community activities.

A Business and Application Architect building apps and flows on the Power Platform based in Stockholm Sweden. Speaker, blogger, event organizer and very involved in community activities. Show more

Manas Sharma is a highly skilled software engineer with over 10 years of professional experience in developing and optimizing high-performance software systems. Currently serving as a Senior Software Engineer at Google, Manas is leading key initiatives related to continuous queries in BigQuery, where he is responsible for workload management, fault tolerance, and query execution. His work involves designing and developing efficient algorithms for query reservations, fault tolerance using snapshotting, and improving data export systems.
Before joining Google, Manas worked at Amazon Web Services (AWS) as a founding engineer for Aurora DSQL, where he developed the query processor from scratch, optimized network traffic, and introduced multi-version concurrency control. His expertise also includes working at Oracle Corporation, where he contributed to the DevOps Portal by enhancing code coverage and supporting high availability in cloud-native applications.
Throughout his career, Manas has demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities in the areas of query optimization, database systems, and distributed computing. He has also been involved in building scalable systems and services at companies like Microsoft, Walmart Labs, and Accenture, with experience in using technologies such as Java, C++, Python, Rust, and SQL.
Manas holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Arizona State University and a Bachelor's degree in Information Science Engineering from Visvesvaraya Technological University. He is a passionate mentor and continuously contributes to the community, especially in the areas of role-related knowledge sharing and technical interviewing.

Manas Sharma is a highly skilled software engineer with over 10 years of professional experience in developing and optimizing high-performance software systems. Currently serving as a Senior Software Engineer at Google, Manas is leading key initiativ... Show more

Robin Rowe is the CEO of Heroic Robots and executive director of the Baltimore AI research institute Fountain Abode. Heroic Robots innovates technologies and implements new products using generative AI.

Architect of MCARE 3D hospital telemedicine system produced in collaboration with the United Nations and Facebook Reality Labs. Created 3D visual effects (VFX) and animation software used by Disney Marvel and other Hollywood studios to produce blockbuster motion pictures. Designed U.S. national defense real-time AI crisis detection and monitoring system, tested at sea on the aircraft carrier USS Lincoln and integrated with the President's Daily Brief (PDB).

Professor Rowe teaches AI programming at the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC). Serving 50,000 students annually, CCBC is the largest defense and healthcare workforce training college in the Washington D.C. region. Rowe previously taught Advanced C++ at the Naval Postgraduate School, and taught Intermediate C++ at the University of Washington. Former DARPA and U.S. navy research scientist.

Robin Rowe is the CEO of Heroic Robots and executive director of the Baltimore AI research institute Fountain Abode. Heroic Robots innovates technologies and implements new products using generative AI. Architect of MCARE 3D hospital telemedicine... Show more

Laura Kester is Requirements Engineer and Product Owner at Info Support.

As a requirements engineer, she bridges the gap between stakeholders and development teams. She is passionate about understanding how processes and systems work and ensuring software solutions truly meet user needs. With her background in Interaction Technology, Laura brings a unique blend of engineering, design, and ethical perspectives to her work.

She loves learning new things and sharing her knowledge and perspectives with others.

Laura Kester is Requirements Engineer and Product Owner at Info Support. As a requirements engineer, she bridges the gap between stakeholders and development teams. She is passionate about understanding how processes and systems work and ensuring ... Show more

I am a young and enthusiastic Data Engineer with a background in Industrial Engineering. Early in my career, I discovered a passion for data and has since been dedicated to building clean, modern data architectures that turn complexity into clarity. I have delivered end-to-end solutions across industries including logistics, finance, and mining, using tools like Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Azure Data Factory, and SQL Server. I thrive on solving real-world data challenges and brings both technical expertise and fresh energy to every project.

I am a young and enthusiastic Data Engineer with a background in Industrial Engineering. Early in my career, I discovered a passion for data and has since been dedicated to building clean, modern data architectures that turn complexity into clarity. ... Show more

I am a Microsoft Power Platform Senior Developer with over five years of experience building solutions and digitalizing organizational processes. I have worked with bp company to develop and implement innovative solutions that have helped to streamline and improve business operations. My expertise lies in leveraging the capabilities of the Power Platform to create custom applications that are intuitive, user-friendly, and tailored to the organization's needs. I have extensive knowledge of the Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI, and I am passionate about helping organizations realize their digital transformation goals.

I am a Microsoft Power Platform Senior Developer with over five years of experience building solutions and digitalizing organizational processes. I have worked with bp company to develop and implement innovative solutions that have helped to streamli... Show more

Sai Turlapati is a Microsoft MVP, specializing in Microsoft AI/Copilot, Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. A certified PMP, TOGAF, and Dynamics 365 Sales & Customer Service professional, he actively contributes to the community and authors the weekly “D365 Copilot Digest.”

Sai Turlapati is a Microsoft MVP, specializing in Microsoft AI/Copilot, Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. A certified PMP, TOGAF, and Dynamics 365 Sales & Customer Service professional, he actively contributes to the community and authors the weekly “... Show more

Petar Georgiev is the Head of Strategic Alliances and Sustainability at AMPECO, a charging management platform for electric vehicles.

Petar is a seasoned and internationally-recognised expert in the ecosystem of electric mobility. At AMPECO he leads projects and strategic engagement in the context of more than 10 industry bodies in Europe, in North America and globally. Additionally, he spearheads AMPECO’s positioning on public policy matters as well as the company’s sustainability strategy.

Previous to his role at AMPECO, Petar has actively shaped Europe’s clean transportation policy during a four-year stint in Brussels. Through his understanding of macro-trends in the EV ecosystem, he has contributed to the finalisation of the EU Mobility Package and the formation of the EU Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy.

Petar has spoken at 100+ industry events in Europe, Asia and North America throughout his career - covering everything from roundtable discussions to major industry forums.

Petar Georgiev is the 2021 winner of the “EV Under 30 Star” award, which he received during the EV World Congress in Bristol (UK), and is also among the 2022 class of the Forbes Bulgaria "30 Under 30" ranking in the Science, Tech and Healthcare category. Petar has a MA in International Relations and Diplomacy from the College of Europe in Bruges with a focus on energy and environmental policy.

Petar Georgiev is the Head of Strategic Alliances and Sustainability at AMPECO, a charging management platform for electric vehicles. Petar is a seasoned and internationally-recognised expert in the ecosystem of electric mobility. At AMPECO he lea... Show more

Shikha Duttyal is a seasoned supply chain and operations leader with over a decade of experience driving transformational programs across technology and manufacturing industries. Currently serving as Program Manager for Supply Chain & Logistics at Meta Platforms, she spearheads critical initiatives that support the company's massive infrastructure needs, including AI training capacity and global data center operations.
At Meta, Shikha has demonstrated exceptional program management skills by designing and implementing comprehensive sourcing master data architectures, delivering ML-based demand planning models that reduced forecasting errors by 40%, and managing inventory rebalancing initiatives worth millions of dollars. Her strategic leadership in warehouse capacity optimization led to a 9% reduction in central warehouse storage capacity while identifying $800M in aging inventory through advanced data science dashboards.
Prior to Meta, Shikha spent five years at Stanley Black and Decker, where she led next-generation supply chain transformation initiatives. As Senior Manager of Integrated Business Planning, she successfully managed enterprise-wide ERP implementations, led cross-functional teams of consultants and stakeholders, and established data governance strategies across 40 ERP systems. Her work in digital supply chain control towers improved shipment tracking by 72% and identified shipping routes with 20% less transit time variance, freeing up millions in in-transit costs.
Shikha's career began at Sears Holdings, where she managed demand and inventory flow for over 3,000 SKUs with annual sales exceeding $100M. Her analytical expertise improved demand forecast accuracy from 81% to 92% while maintaining optimal inventory levels across 800+ stores and distribution centers.
She holds dual Master's degrees in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the USA and Logistics and Operations from Spain, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology from India. Her technical expertise spans advanced analytics tools including SAP, Tableau, PowerBI, and machine learning platforms.
Shikha's unique combination of technical proficiency, strategic thinking, and cross-functional leadership makes her a valuable asset in driving complex supply chain transformations that deliver measurable business impact across global organizations.

Shikha Duttyal is a seasoned supply chain and operations leader with over a decade of experience driving transformational programs across technology and manufacturing industries. Currently serving as Program Manager for Supply Chain & Logistics at Me... Show more

Tejaswi Katta is a Lead Software Engineer with over a decade of experience transforming critical systems in the aviation and federal sectors. Currently at Southwest Airlines, Tejaswi specializes in modernizing enterprise architecture through innovative integration solutions using TIBCO technologies, Kafka event streaming, and microservices.
As a technical leader, Tejaswi has orchestrated the modernization of booking and supply chain systems, implementing solutions that automate reservations, optimize inventory tracking, and ensure real-time data exchange. Their work has significantly reduced operational downtime while establishing frameworks for scalable growth.
Prior to Southwest Airlines, Tejaswi contributed to National Institute of Health Business Systems, where they developed integration frameworks for asset tracking, financial management, and travel expense systems that aligned with federal compliance requirements.
Throughout their career, Tejaswi has demonstrated exceptional prowess in navigating complex integration challenges, particularly in implementing secure data exchange protocols and optimizing performance across legacy systems. Their implementation of AI-powered chatbots at Southwest Airlines exemplifies their forward-thinking approach, enabling 24/7 customer support and streamlining flight status inquiries while substantially reducing the need for manual intervention.
Tejaswi holds a Master of Science in Software Engineering from Stratford University and maintains an impressive portfolio of professional certifications including MuleSoft Certified Integration Architect, AWS Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Engineer, and Certified Kubernetes Administrator.
With expertise spanning system design, event-driven architecture, and performance optimization, Tejaswi excels at bridging technical solutions with business objectives while mentoring junior engineers and fostering cross-functional collaboration.

Tejaswi Katta is a Lead Software Engineer with over a decade of experience transforming critical systems in the aviation and federal sectors. Currently at Southwest Airlines, Tejaswi specializes in modernizing enterprise architecture through innovati... Show more

Jillian Anderson is the visionary founder and CEO of HERide, a groundbreaking female-friendly rideshare company based in Atlanta, GA. With a strong background in computer science and an entrepreneurial spirit, Jillian has successfully built HERide into a trusted and innovative service, dedicated to providing safe and reliable transportation for women.

Under her leadership, HERide has grown to include 250 drivers, completed over 5,000 trips, and garnered more than 50,000 app downloads, becoming the third rideshare company approved by Atlanta's airport. Her commitment to safety, technology, and community has earned HERide significant recognition and a loyal user base.

Jillian's entrepreneurial journey began early, selling candy in high school and working at a fish market at the age of 12. She honed her technical skills while majoring in computer science on a sports scholarship and later ventured into the fashion industry by starting her own clothing line. Her diverse experiences and resilience have shaped her into a dynamic leader in the gig economy.

Jillian is also the founder of The Gig Network TV, showcasing programming about freelancers and small business owners, further solidifying her dedication to supporting independent workers. Her passion for innovation and technology drives her mission to bridge the gap between gig workers and sustainable career opportunities.

Jillian Anderson is the visionary founder and CEO of HERide, a groundbreaking female-friendly rideshare company based in Atlanta, GA. With a strong background in computer science and an entrepreneurial spirit, Jillian has successfully built HERide in... Show more

Chris is a software engineer and architect who's been building small and large distributed message driven and event sourced systems for 25+ years. He has worked in the telecom, finance, and biomedical industries delivering, supporting, and transforming mission critical systems in environments ranging from the fortune 50 to startups.

Chris is a software engineer and architect who's been building small and large distributed message driven and event sourced systems for 25+ years. He has worked in the telecom, finance, and biomedical industries delivering, supporting, and transformi... Show more