GitKon 2024 is just around the corner, and I’m excited to introduce you to this year’s phenomenal speaker lineup! These trailblazers in software development, AI, and DevEx will inspire, educate, and challenge your thinking about the future of technology.

Let’s dive into the GitKon 2024 speaker lineup.

Keynote Speakers

Adam Seligman – VP of Developer Experience, AWS

Keynote: Reimagining Developer Experience at AWS

Adam Seligman brings over a decade of experience from leading tech organizations like Google and Mozilla to his role at AWS. As VP of Developer Experience, Adam is all about empowering developers and simplifying complex technologies. 

In his keynote, Adam will share AWS’s perspective on how cloud innovations are shaping the software development lifecycle and give a glimpse into the future of development workflows.

Why Attend?

Gain actionable insights into how developers can embrace surprising new capabilities with confidence.

Nathen Harvey – DORA Lead, Google Cloud

Keynote: Get Better at Getting Better: Research-Backed Insights into Developer Productivity

Nathen and the DORA team at Google Cloud are making cutting-edge research on software delivery performance accessible to teams worldwide. His keynote dives into how AI is influencing productivity, code quality, and developer happiness – while also addressing the challenges AI adoption can bring.

Why Attend?

Learn from over a decade of DORA research on high-performing teams and gain practical strategies to thoughtfully adopt AI for maximum impact.

Jeff Hollan – Director of Product, Snowflake

Keynote: Building Adaptive Dev Teams in an AI-Driven World

AI is reshaping how teams work, from the way they’re organized to the products they deliver. Jeff Hollan, who co-created CNCF’s KEDA project, will explore emerging trends and strategies for building adaptive dev teams equipped to thrive in an AI-first landscape.

Why Attend?

Jeff’s insights on team dynamics and tech stacks in an AI-driven world will help you future-proof your team and workflows.

Giri Sreenivas – Chief Product Officer, Docker

Keynote: Driving Developer Empowerment in the GenAI Era Through Docker’s Ecosystem

Giri Sreenivas, Docker’s CPO, wraps up GitKon with reflections on the future of developer tools and innovation. With over two decades of engineering and product leadership experience, Giri will inspire attendees to think beyond today’s possibilities and explore what’s next for developers and the industry.

Why Attend?

Leave GitKon with bold ideas and practical takeaways for driving innovation within your team and organization.

Featured Sessions

Joyce Lin – Head of Developer Relations, Viam

Session: Standardizing Developer Experience for Better Collaboration

Joyce Lin leads Developer Relations at Viam, a robotics platform that bridges the gap between software and the physical world. Based in San Francisco, Joyce is also a TikTok creator, devoted pet parent, and writer who’s passionate about making technology accessible.

Why Attend?
Discover how standardizing tools, processes, and communication can streamline workflows and foster better collaboration. Joyce will share real-world examples from robotics, IoT, and edge computing, and show how smarter DevEx practices (plus a touch of AI) can simplify complexity for your team.

Audrey Long – Senior Gaming Security Architect, Microsoft

Session: Automating Threat Modeling: Challenges and AI Solutions

Audrey Long works with Microsoft’s Xbox Security team to develop robust security solutions, specializing in secure coding and threat modeling. With a Master’s in Cybersecurity from Johns Hopkins and her work as a Women Techmakers Ambassador, Audrey is a leader in advancing diversity in tech.

Why Attend?
AI is transforming the slow and error-prone process of manual threat modeling. Audrey will showcase how AI tools can automate key steps like attack tree creation and enhance the consistency of security assessments. Whether you’re new to threat modeling or refining your approach, this session will strengthen your security toolkit.

Ambily Kavumkal Kamalasanan – Cloud Solutions Engineer, GitHub

Session: How Generative AI is Transforming the Developer Ecosystem

Ambily KK is a Senior Cloud Solutions Engineer at GitHub with over two decades of experience in Cloud and DevOps. A certified Azure and DevOps Architect, Ambily is also an avid YouTuber and writer, sharing her expertise with the global developer community.

Why Attend?
Generative AI is redefining how developers approach programming. Ambily will explore tools like GitHub Copilot, showing how they shift focus from syntax to functionality and introduce new skills like prompt engineering. Discover how AI is reshaping Agile and DevOps practices to make development faster and more efficient.

Kevin Bost – Senior Software Architect, IntelliTect

Session: The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a GitKraken Power User

Kevin Bost is a GitKraken Ambassador and Microsoft MVP specializing in agile solutions, open-source contributions, and live coding. With extensive experience in C#, WPF, and Azure, Kevin’s sessions are packed with practical, developer-focused insights.

Why Attend?
Ready to elevate your GitKraken Desktop game? Kevin will share tips for boosting productivity using features like Workspaces, conflict resolution tools, and integrations. Whether you’re a Git beginner or a seasoned user, you’ll leave this session equipped to “get Kraken.”

Jason Gates – Senior Member of the Technical Staff, Sandia National Laboratories

Session: Collaborative Storytelling in Code: Enhancing DevEx with Effective Git History

Jason Gates has spent over a decade guiding scientific software teams in adopting DevOps practices. With a background in physics and computational mathematics, he’s passionate about helping teams unlock Git’s potential. 

Why Attend?
Your code tells a story – but how well does your Git history preserve it? Jason will cover best practices for meaningful commits, atomic changes, and refined commit history, helping your team improve collaboration and code accessibility.

Frank Boucher – Cloud Advocate, Microsoft

Session: Advanced Coding: Visual Studio & GitHub Copilot in Action

Frank Boucher is a Microsoft Azure MVP and the creator of the Cloud 5 Minutes YouTube channel, where he breaks down cloud concepts into digestible videos.

Why Attend?
Dive into a real-world problem-solving session as Frank uses GitHub Copilot to tackle performance issues in an e-commerce app. Learn how AI can help you navigate unfamiliar codebases, improve comprehension, and speed up your workflow.

Eric Amodio – CTO, GitKraken

Session: AI-Driven Developer Productivity: The Future of DevEx

Eric Amodio is the creator of GitLens, one of the most popular Git extensions with over 30 million installs, and GitKraken’s Chief Technology Officer.

Why Attend?
Explore how AI is transforming developer productivity with GitKraken’s DevEx platform. Eric will preview upcoming features in GitLens 16.0 and share practical insights for integrating AI into your workflow.

Jai Pradeesh – Co-founder, DeepSource

Session: How Does Code Health Improve Developer Experience

Jai Pradeesh is the co-founder of DeepSource, a platform helping developers write maintainable and secure code by addressing code quality and security at scale. With a deep background in developer tooling, Jai is passionate about making software development faster and smoother.

Why Attend?
Bad code slows everyone down, from developers to entire teams. Jai will share practical strategies for maintaining clean code, highlighting how small, intentional changes can prevent bugs, improve security, and boost overall developer happiness.

Stefania Chaplin – Founder, DevStefOps

Session: Secure Together: Enhancing Developer-Security Collaboration

Stefania Chaplin, also known as DevStefOps, is a global speaker and advocate for women in tech. With experience spanning development, security, and DevOps, Stefania focuses on empowering teams to work better together while improving security practices.

Why Attend?
Developers and security teams don’t always speak the same language, but Stefania’s session will show you how to break down silos. Learn actionable strategies to foster collaboration and shared responsibility, ensuring strong security practices without slowing down development.

Luís Rosário – Machine Learning Engineer & Giorgio Sarno – AI Team Lead, Stratio Automotive

Session: Harnessing AI for Predictive Maintenance at Stratio: Scalable Systems and Enhanced Developer Experience

Luís Rosário and Giorgio Sarno are at the forefront of Stratio’s efforts to revolutionize predictive maintenance for commercial vehicles. Luís develops scalable machine learning pipelines, while Giorgio leads the AI team, specializing in early warning systems and anomaly detection. Together, they are advancing fleet management with cutting-edge AI solutions.

Why Attend?
Discover how Stratio uses AI to build predictive maintenance systems that keep commercial vehicles running smoothly. Luís and Giorgio will share their team’s approach to anomaly detection, discuss the challenges of creating scalable infrastructure, and offer real-world insights into how AI improves both fleet management and developer workflows.

Bill Harding – CEO, GitClear

Session: Maintaining Flow: How Automating Updates Enhances Developer Experience

Bill Harding is the CEO and lead developer at GitClear, a code clarity tool trusted by thousands of developers. With a career that spans building award-winning platforms like Bonanza.com, Bill has spent decades making tools that empower developers to work smarter.

Why Attend?
Tired of interruptions from managers asking for updates? Bill’s session introduces Automated Changelogs – AI-powered tools that keep stakeholders informed without disrupting developers’ workflows. Discover how to maintain focus while automating progress updates.

Justin Roberts – Senior Product Director, GitKraken

Session: Beyond Branches: Streamline Your Development with Git Worktrees

Justin Roberts is a Senior Product Director at GitKraken, where he’s played a key role in shaping tools like GitLens and GitKraken Desktop. With a background in architecture, Justin brings a design-first approach to building intuitive developer tools.

Why Attend?
Git worktrees are powerful but often underutilized. Justin will demystify worktrees and show how they enable seamless parallel development. Learn how GitKraken’s tools make it easier than ever to manage multiple branches without the usual headaches.

John Feeney – Principal Architect, CTO Office, Tabnine

Session: From Good to Great: Unleash the Full Potential of Your AI Coding Assistant

John Feeney is a Principal Architect at Tabnine, helping teams maximize the benefits of AI in software development. Based in Dublin, Ireland, John brings years of expertise in optimizing workflows and enhancing operational efficiency.

Why Attend?
AI coding assistants can be game-changers – if used correctly. John will explore how to overcome adoption challenges, refine AI code suggestions with domain-specific context, and unlock your assistant’s full potential to supercharge development workflows.

Shashi Lo – Senior UX Engineer, Microsoft

Session: A DevEx Framework to Boost Team Productivity

Shashi Lo is a Senior UX Engineer at Microsoft, where he combines his passion for coding and user experience to create impactful solutions. Shashi also mentors junior developers, helping them break into the tech world with confidence.

Why Attend?
Discover tools and techniques to optimize your daily development workflow. Shashi will demonstrate productivity-boosting tools like GitKraken Desktop, GitLens, and Microsoft Copilot, giving you actionable insights to tackle coding challenges efficiently.

Keith Daulton – Principal Software Engineer, GitKraken

Session: Git Essentials: Building Better Workflows with GitLens 16

Keith Daulton is a Principal Software Engineer at GitKraken with over 20 years of experience connecting design and development. His work on GitLens focuses on making collaboration and productivity easier for developers.

Why Attend?
Get a deep dive into GitLens 16’s newest features, from the redesigned Home layout to updates in Commit Graph visualization. Keith will walk you through practical tips for improving workflows and collaboration with GitLens, ensuring you leave with tools to enhance your daily development.

Alex Theg – Software Engineer, Tomorrow.io

Session: Harnessing the Cosmos: Launching Code for Space-Based Data Systems

Alex Theg is a founding software engineer at Tomorrow.io’s Space & Sensors division. With a background in remote sensing and environmental monitoring, Alex plays a key role in building satellite software for global weather forecasting.

Why Attend?
Explore the systems driving Tomorrow.io’s Pathfinder and Sounders satellite programs. From real-time data collection to collaborative tools like Git and GitKraken, see how the latest tech is advancing global weather forecasting and environmental monitoring.

Jovana Dunisijevic – Senior Technical Evangelist, Atlassian

Session: Does This Dev Tool Spark Joy? Enhancing Developer Satisfaction

Jovana Dunisijevic is a Senior Technical Evangelist at Atlassian, specializing in platform engineering and optimizing cloud migrations. A recognized leader in the tech community, she’s passionate about improving developer satisfaction and creating collaborative engineering cultures.

Why Attend?
Developer satisfaction often starts with the right tools. Jovana will explore how internal developer portals can empower teams, boost productivity, and build a positive engineering culture. Learn how to enhance developer experiences by addressing friction and fostering collaboration.

Ed Frederici – CTO, Appfire

Session: How to Onboard New Devs to a Unified Developer Experience

Ed Frederici is the Chief Technology Officer at Appfire, where he drives innovation across the company’s extensive portfolio of tools. With over 18 years in executive roles, Ed has successfully led product strategies and integrations at major companies like Salesforce and Cheetah Digital.

Why Attend?
Onboarding is critical for new devs, but it’s not always an easy process. Ed will share strategies for leveraging AI to simplify and unify developer onboarding, ensuring that new team members can quickly integrate and be productive from day one.

Jeff Schinella – Senior Product Director, GitKraken

Session: Expedite Code Review and Improve Quality with GitKraken Automations

Jeff Schinella is a Senior Product Director at GitKraken with over a decade of experience turning product ideas into impactful tools. Known for his multidisciplinary approach, Jeff focuses on improving developer workflows and enhancing productivity.

Why Attend?
Pull requests and feedback loops can bog down your team. Jeff will demonstrate how GitKraken Automations can improve PR quality, accelerate reviews, and streamline collaboration. Discover how to focus on high-impact tasks while GitKraken handles the repetitive steps.

Louis Sivillo – Software Engineer & Cloud Architect, GitKraken

Session: Command & Conquer: Instant Productivity with the GitKraken CLI

Louis Sivillo is a Senior Cloud Architect at GitKraken with over 20 years of experience in building scalable and resilient software. He specializes in event-driven systems and cloud architecture, helping developers streamline their workflows.

Why Attend?
Git workflows don’t have to be complicated. Louis will showcase how the GitKraken CLI’s powerful features, including Workspaces and seamless Git provider integration, can simplify managing multiple repos and reduce cognitive load for developers.

Rizel Scarlett – Staff Developer Advocate, TBD (Block)

Session: How I Prompted AI to Build a Pregnancy App I Could Trust

Rizel Scarlett is a Staff Developer Advocate at TBD, Block’s latest business unit. A passionate advocate for equity in tech, Rizel brings experience from GitHub, startups, and non-profits to her mission of creating inclusive, user-focused technology.

Why Attend?
Privacy in maternal health apps is often an afterthought. Rizel will share how she used open-source AI tools to create a privacy-first pregnancy app, offering insights into building secure, user-centered applications that prioritize health data privacy.

Kyle Fransham – SVP Research & Development, Superna

Session: Build Your Own Mentor: Why Developers Should Train an LLM on Their First Day (And How To Do It)

Kyle Fransham is the SVP of Research & Development at Superna, where he brings over 15 years of experience in high-performance applications. Kyle is passionate about using AI to simplify complex workflows and empower developers.

Why Attend?
Imagine having a mentor available 24/7. Kyle will guide you through setting up and training a local large language model (LLM) that indexes your team’s essential knowledge, turning scattered resources into instant answers. Learn how this approach can boost productivity right from day one.

Register for GitKon 2024

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