Principles of Play 2.0
Exploring the intersection of programming and play, this talk presents principles for creating engaging, whimsical experiences that prepare children for a technology-driven world.
Learning to Fly
Explore the journey of teaching drones to race autonomously, from initial coding to developing a complete system for understanding and navigating complex environments safely.
The Need for Role Model Ladders
Explores strategies for creating "role model ladders" to support women's career advancement in male-dominated industries, offering concrete steps for organizations to foster female leadership at all levels.
A Microservices Journey
Explore a startup's microservices journey, lessons learned, and challenges faced during the transition from monolith architecture. Gain insights on product vision, service interactions, and organizational impacts.
Building a Smart Security Camera with Raspberry Pi Zero, Java and AWS
Transform a Raspberry Pi Zero webcam into a smart security camera using open-source software and cloud-based image analysis. Learn to implement motion detection, threat detection, and alert notifications.
Troubleshooting & Debugging Microservices in Kubernetes
Explore troubleshooting and debugging techniques for microservices in Kubernetes, including deployment strategies, load balancing, logging, and digital tracing. Learn practical tips for managing containerized applications at scale.
Why Business Cases are Toxic
Explore how business cases can hinder autonomy and purpose in the workplace, and discover alternative approaches to drive value and motivation in project environments.
Cloud Native is about Culture, not Containers
Explore how cloud-native success hinges on cultural shifts, not just technology. Learn strategies to overcome organizational barriers and embrace a truly transformative cloud approach.
On the Road to Artificial General Intelligence
Explore the evolution of AI through game engines, simulations, and reinforcement learning. Discover how these technologies are advancing the quest for Artificial General Intelligence.
Let's Get Lazy - Exploring the Real Power of Streams
Explore the power of lazy evaluations and Streams in Java for efficient programming. Learn how to leverage lambda expressions and avoid unnecessary computations.
A Language Stack for Implementing Contracts
Explore a comprehensive language stack for implementing smart contracts, covering contract definition, verification, and domain-specific languages to enhance understanding and functionality.
An Introduction to Bluetooth Mesh for Developers
Explore Bluetooth mesh for smart buildings: its design, features, and applications. Learn about network concepts, nodes, and messaging in this developer-focused introduction.
Sales & Tech - Our Differences Make the Difference
Explores how sales and technical teams can overcome stereotypes and conflicts to build trust and collaboration, delivering value to both colleagues and clients.
Blockchain in Healthcare
Explore blockchain's impact on healthcare through Ledger Leopard's certified app for maternity care, showcasing practical implications and potential for industry disruption.
Microservice API Management, Discovery Documentation and All That Jazz
Explore tools and techniques for creating compelling APIs that evolve to meet developer needs, focusing on documentation, discovery, and management in microservice architectures.
Experience Report - Teaching Kids to Code for 10 Years
Practical insights on teaching coding to kids, bridging the gap between developers and educators. Learn effective techniques for creating engaging and functional courseware based on 10 years of experience.
The Future is Istio
Explore Istio's powerful service mesh capabilities and its impact on Kubernetes and cloud computing. Discover how it's reshaping system architectures and the future of cloud technology.
Keeping Up with Java
Overview of Java updates since version 8, covering the module system, local-variable type inference, and new HttpClient API. Provides insights on adapting to Java's new rapid release cycle.
ToyFail
Exploring security and privacy concerns in internet-connected toys, revealing shocking findings from an investigation and sharing methods for testing device security.
Modular Monoliths
Explore modular monolith architecture: principles, implementation, and benefits. Learn to structure code, enforce boundaries, and enhance agility in software development.
Where Does the Real World End - The Blurring of the Physical & Digital
Explores the increasing integration of physical and digital worlds through IoT and AI, discussing technological advancements and their societal implications.