Robert Bravery
From Sinclair to AI: Robert's Four-Decade Journey of Coding Excellence and Innovation, Navigating the Ever-Evolving Tech Landscape with Dedication and Zeal
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Robert has been immersed in the IT and development field since the 1980s, bringing a wealth of experience to the table. His journey began with a Sinclair ZX Spectrum boasting 48K RAM, marking the genesis of a career that spans over four decades. With proficiency in over 16 languages and scripts, Robert exhibits a deep-rooted passion for software development, prioritizing the timely delivery of high-quality software with minimal defects.
Always at the forefront of technological advancements, Robert's history includes transforming an IBM Brother XT PC into a powerhouse during the nascent stages of his career. As a manager and Senior Developer at IQ Business, he not only witnesses the ebb and flow of technology but also possesses insights that others are yet to discover. His trajectory in the industry mirrors the evolution of tech itself, making his perspective invaluable in discussions about the past, present, and future of IT and development.
With a coding journey spanning over three dynamic decades, Robert isn't just a senior developer; he is a living chronicle of software evolution. A familiar face at countless developer conferences, Robert has shared the stage with lines of code and lively discussions alike. From the early days of Sinclair Basic to the cutting-edge world of facial recognition and chatbots, Robert has witnessed it all.
As a seasoned developer, Robert has lent his expertise to pioneering projects that have shaped the landscape of software engineering for his company and team. Through the lens of over 30 years of development experience, he navigates the complexities of coding with the finesse of a seasoned maestro. Join the conversation with Robert as he delves into the past, present, and future of development, where facial recognition algorithms and chatbots are not just buzzwords but integral components of the coding landscape.
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SOLID is a Lie: How Best Practices is Killing Your Code
Prepare to have your perceptions shattered! Join us for a radical deconstruction of sacred software design principles, packed with electrifying live demos. This session ruthlessly exposes how seemingly elegant architectural patterns can morph into monstrous, unmanageable code labyrinths. Witness firsthand how over-engineering can suffocate developer productivity and cripple system performance. Through gripping live demos, we'll dissect the root causes of these issues and offer practical advice to restore simplicity and efficiency to your codebase. Don't miss this eye-opening session that promises to transform your approach to software design and development. Uncover the hidden pitfalls and learn how to navigate the treacherous waters of over-engineering with confidence and clarity!
Local LLMs: The Secret Weapon Every Developer Needs to Know About!
Unlock the hidden potential of Local Large Language Models (LLMs) and Small Language Models (SLMs) in this must-attend session. Discover how running AI models locally can revolutionize your development process in this must-attend session. Enhance privacy, reduce latency, and gain unparalleled control with Local Large Language Models (LLMs) and Small Language Models (SLMs). Through live demos and real-world examples, we'll answer the most pressing questions developers have about local LLMs and show you how to get started.
This talk delves into the benefits and challenges of local LLMs, providing step-by-step setup guides and featuring interactive demos to illustrate their practical applications. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how to leverage local LLMs for enhanced performance and security. Join us to unlock the full potential of local AI models and transform your development process with cutting-edge insights and hands-on experience.
Leveraging RAG and Local AI for Business Solutions
Discover how Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and localized AI can revolutionize your business operations while maintaining the highest standards of privacy. In this session, we'll dive deep into the power of RAG to deliver accurate, context-specific insights from your local data, ensuring security and relevance. With a strong emphasis on live demos and hands-on coding, you'll see firsthand how to implement these cutting-edge technologies. Learn to enhance customer support, streamline internal knowledge management, and drive data-driven decision-making. We'll also explore real-world case studies showcasing successful implementations of RAG and localized AI, providing you with actionable insights and strategies. Join us to unlock the full potential of AI tailored to your enterprise needs through practical, real-world applications, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving tech landscape!
Using computer vision to understand the content of digital images such as photographs and videos.
Ever wonder how self-driving cars can see and navigate their way through a crowded road or freeway. How are self-driving cars able to see, find and understand objects, signs, and road markings? Can a self-driving car understand the distinction between a pedestrian and a pole, or a car and a cat? How can it read road signs and follow road markings?
In part, Autonomous cars are possible with the help of Computer Vision, AI and Neural Networks. In this talk, we will look at how Computer Vision works and what it is. We will look at how we as developers and engineers can integrate the tools available to us to create our own Computer Vision applications.
What is Computer Vision then? They describe it as a field of study that focuses on helping computers to see. In fact, a subfield of Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning.
In this talk we will look at the applications for Computer Vision such as Autonomous Vehicles, Image Search, and Object Recognition, Medical Analysis, Robotics.
Machine Learning for your average Joe. A skill set that every developer can have.
So machine learning is often not the skillset you would find in your average developer. This falls under the umbrella of the Data Scientists or Actuary. And indeed they are separate skillsets in their own right. But should that stop developers from getting their feet wet in the Machine learning space.
Having an understanding of ML and even creating the odd ML model will greatly improve your CV, skill set, and company worth.
There are a lot of tools out there that can help with building machine learning models.
In this talk we will look at how a developer can get their feet wet and start developing their ML Engineer skill set. We will develop a sentiment analysis model and then try and test that out live with the audience.
Hacking dotnet applications - The Black Arts
How secure is your application. Just because you can compile it into a DLL does not mean it cannot be hacked and changed. In this session we will hack into a downloadable dotnet app. Bypass the login screen. Create new user profile for ourselves. Then we will look at ways and means to minify or make it harder for hackers to gain access to our code and changing it to support their evil purposes.
Exposing API's in the cloud using Azure Functions and Azure API Management
With so many big companies moving to the Cloud, it stand to reason that we get familiar as to the best way to expose our API's using the tried and tested clouud tools at our disposal. In this talk we will go through how you can design, implement, expose and secure your API's in the cloud using a Cloud provider such as Azure. We will using FAAS, or Functions as a Service. We will also look at how we can use API management to categorise and segment our API's to better represent topics and permissions for those who would consume the API's
Creating Machine Learning models for those of us who are not data scientists.
I know what you're thinking. Machine learning is for data scientist with degrees up the wazoo. But a lot has changed. Technology has made it easier for the average Dev to better understand ML, to create models from templates and to update them to suite our needs. In this session we will learn how easy it is to create and run some of these models. We will also create a ML model to predict customer churn or employee attrition. Don't miss this one
ChatGPT Unleashed: Catalyst for Evolution or Omen for Developers? Will Developers be Replaced
Embark on a captivating exploration of ChatGPT's impact on developers, blending technical depth with a human touch. Discover how it enhances code explanations, aids test generation, and reshapes teaching. The burning question: will developers ascend to new heights or face the threat of automation?
This dynamic talk goes beyond theory, featuring live demos and real-world examples. Dive into the technical intricacies while navigating ethical considerations, biases, and pitfalls. Join the conversation on finding the delicate balance between augmentation and the looming specter of automation. Envision the future of developers through engaging discussions and interactive demos, unraveling the evolving landscape in the age of ChatGPT.
Beyond Words: Unleashing the Power of ChatGPT in Dotnet, From Code to Conversational Wizardry
Embark on a journey through the fascinating world of ChatGPT—a game-changer in how we wield the power of natural language. We'll chat about the highs and lows, exploring the potential to revolutionize the way we communicate. Get your tech hats on as we demystify the art of smoothly blending ChatGPT into your dotnet applications.
But wait, there's more! Brace yourselves for a live demo that goes beyond the code—imagine a personal assistant akin to JARVIS. Witness the magic of speech recognition seamlessly translated into text and brought to life through text-to-speech capabilities. We're not just talking about possibilities; we're bringing them to life in real-time. Join me in unraveling the potential, discussing real-world use cases, and sparking a conversation about the exciting future at the intersection of humanity and AI.
Robert Bravery
From Sinclair to AI: Robert's Four-Decade Journey of Coding Excellence and Innovation, Navigating the Ever-Evolving Tech Landscape with Dedication and Zeal
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