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MEET THE SPEAKERS
19 JUNE
Gain foundational insights into AI and ML for software engineers, master Python for high-performance applications, and learn how to build intelligent solutions with FastAPI. Explore the architecture and design of MultiCloud environments and dive into Building Multi-Agent Systems that enable collaborative, autonomous behaviors in complex software ecosystems.
Join top engineers and AI innovators to shape the next generation of AI-driven development at the AI Coding Summit!
Sonika Kapil
AI & App Chief Architect
Sonika is the AI & App Chief Architect at Microsoft, having over 20 years of experience in the IT sector, including pivotal roles at Microsoft and SAP. In her current role, she passionately collaborates with Denmark's leading companies to co-create intelligent applications powered by AI. Holding an MBA from London Business School and grounded in her expertise as a Computer Engineer, Sonika blends strategic insight with technical prowess to drive innovation. Beyond her professional endeavors, Sonika dedicates herself to mentoring through Copenhagen Kommune's GCCP-17, supporting Copenhagen Fintech scale-ups, participating in the London Business School’s entrepreneurship club, and contributing as an active member of Europe's largest AI think tank. 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: Mastering AI Orchestration: How to Build Intelligent, Multi-Agent Systems with Microsoft AI 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: In this session, we explore the rise of Agentic AI and introduce a robust decision-making framework. You’ll learn why AI today demands orchestration beyond simple prompts, and when to choose between LLMs, Assistants, Single-Agent or Multi-Agent Systems, all illustrated through a real-world case study. We then dive into AI orchestration with Microsoft tools, including Semantic Kernel, which enables dynamic AI workflows and automation, and Azure AI Agent Service, designed for AI-powered decision-making. You’ll also discover how Promptly connects Multi-Agent Systems with real-world applications. The session continues with a live demo on claims processing, using Autogen and Semantic Kernel to show how AI agents collaborate, make autonomous decisions, and interact with APIs in real time. Finally, we tackle the foundations of building trustworthy AI systems, with a focus on evaluations, performance measurement, tracing, and debugging using Microsoft’s toolset — and practical strategies to ensure fairness, transparency, and responsible AI.
Marco Pierobon
Principal Developer
Marco Pierobon is a seasoned Developer at Thoughtworks with well over a decade of experience in designing and implementing distributed applications. Specializing in cloud native technologies, he has led cross-functional teams in transitioning from project-based to product-oriented approaches. Marco has successfully orchestrated the migration of several systems to modern web-based platforms, significantly enhancing system scalability and performance. An active contributor to the tech community, he has presented at industry and tech conferences alike. Marco is passionate about driving innovation and efficiency in software development, aligning with the latest trends in cloud computing and AI integration. 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: Test, Code, Repeat: Mastering AI-Assisted Development 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: TBA
Laurențiu Spilcă
Principal Development Consultant
Laurentiu Spilca is a Java Champion and Development Lead known for making complex ideas simple. He shares practical insights through his popular YouTube channel and three acclaimed books: Spring Security in Action, Spring Start Here and Troubleshooting Java. A renowned speaker at global conferences, Laurentiu brings clarity and energy to every talk. 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: Ctrl+C / Ctrl+V / Ctrl+AI: A New Era for Developers 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: Let’s face it: developers have always loved a good shortcut. Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V built half the internet. But now, a new shortcut is taking over: AI. In this talk, we’ll explore how AI tools like ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot are changing the way we write code, fix bugs, and maybe even think about our jobs. You’ll see what works, what really doesn’t, and how to use these tools without accidentally deploying Skynet. We’ll cover the good (speed boosts, fewer boring tasks), the bad (bugs, hallucinations, copy-pasted mistakes), and the awkward (AI-generated code that looks confident but is totally wrong). Most importantly, we’ll talk about how to use AI responsibly, so it helps you (not replaces you). Whether you're excited, skeptical, or just here for the memes, come learn what it means to code in the age of Ctrl+AI.
Harry Kimpel
Principal Developer Relations Engineer
Passionate software craftsman with 27+ years experience in a broad spectrum of development technologies and platforms. Main focus on cloud-native software architectures and all major cloud environments. Passion for model-driven development, application modernization and Dapr. Observing and securing these environments are key aspects. As a Developer Relations Engineer at New Relic, Harry helps software engineers, DevOps, SREs and operations experts to understand and implement proactive and scalable observability practices by leveraging open source technologies and the New Relic platform. 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: AI Monitoring Mastery: Optimize Performance, Ensure Compliance, and Revise Costs with New Relic and OpenTelemetry 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: In this talk, I will focus on leveraging New Relic's AI Monitoring to confidently build and run AI/LLM applications with various AI/LLM vendors and models. You'll learn how to achieve comprehensive observability across your stack to maintain peak performance, ensure compliance, promote quality, and revise costs. You'll gain insights into best practices for monitoring and managing AI-driven systems, ensuring they are reliable, efficient, and compliant with industry standards. Join us to master the tools and techniques that will empower you to optimize your AI/LLM applications and drive business success.
Ovidiu Kislaposi
Product Owner - D&A Power Platform Governance & Solutions squads
Ovidiu is a seasoned Product Leader with 15+ years of experience driving digital transformation across banking, fintech, and enterprise tech. Currently leading AI-driven product initiatives in a global organization, Ovidiu specializes in blending business strategy with cutting-edge technologies like Power Platform, AI integrations, and data-driven solutions. Passionate about creating products that solve real user problems, he bridges the gap between business goals and customer needs — ensuring that AI is not just smart, but also human-centric. 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: AI-Powered, User-Centered: Rethinking Product Management in the age of intelligence 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: In the rush to integrate AI into every product, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters most — the real person which is our customer. This session explores how product management is evolving in the AI era, comparing traditional methods of testing and roadmap planning with AI-driven approaches. Discover how to harness AI’s potential without compromising on user expectations, building smarter products that truly resonate.
Alexandru Mocanu
Dynamics Developer
For over six years, I've been immersed in the world of technology, focusing on how innovative solutions can empower businesses. My journey has centered on developing and implementing robust digital platforms that streamline operations and enhance efficiency. I've had the opportunity to lead various development initiatives, making key architectural decisions and overseeing the successful deployment of critical business tools. This has often involved managing significant data integrations and ensuring smooth transitions to production environments. A particular area of passion for me is the practical application of artificial intelligence. I've actively worked on projects that leverage various AI models, including Large Language Models (LLMs), to create smarter business applications. This includes experience with intelligent automation, data extraction, and even building systems capable of advanced search and categorization. My aim is always to harness these cutting-edge technologies to drive tangible improvements in how businesses operate and serve their customers. My background also includes a strong foundation in IT support and client engagement, which has given me a deep appreciation for user needs and operational excellence. Ultimately, I enjoy blending technical development with a strategic understanding of business requirements, always looking for ways to use technology, especially AI, to reshape and optimize essential business application services. 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: The AI Wave: Reshaping Business Application Services 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: Dive into "The AI Wave: Reshaping Business Application Services." This session cuts directly to how Large Language Models (LLMs) are making a tangible difference across business operations. I'll share my real-world insights, showing you the practical applications of LLMs within various business services. We'll explore powerful prompt engineering strategies that unlock the true potential of LLMs for your specific business needs. Crucially, discover how these intelligent approaches can blend seamlessly with your traditional machine learning models and established business processes, significantly boosting their capabilities and driving efficiency. This presentation highlights how AI is actively shaping a new era of performance and innovation within your enterprise landscape.
Corrado de Bari
Developer Evangelist
Developer Evangelist in the MAA Platform Engineering team at Oracle, with over 25 years of experience in IT. He is currently focused on AI microservices development with the Oracle Database. Since joining Oracle Italy in 2010, he has worked as a sales consultant, on OCI, AI/ML, Data Lakes, and BPM/SOA platform solutions. Previously, he served as a Sales Engineer at Sun Microsystems, and also as Java & Software Ambassador for Italy. He began as an architect at Telecom Italia Mobile. He holds a Master’s degree in Information Technology from CEFRIEL and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: Unlock the Power of Vector Embeddings: from Vector Store to Chatbots 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: The rise of generative AI has increased the demand for more context-aware applications, particularly in Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) for chatbot development. Vector embeddings are essential for enabling efficient search and retrieval of unstructured data. We’ll explore how a vector store can boost RAG and how developers can harness them using SQL, Python, and Java through frameworks like LangChain or Spring AI. We’ll highlight the importance of vector embeddings in improving chatbot responses and optimizing knowledge retrieval, with practical code examples and a low-code platform.
Adnan Olmez
General Manager
Adnan Olmez is the General Manager of AD/01, the digital technology center of Ahold Delhaize, one of the world’s largest food retail groups. Based in Bucharest, Adnan leads a growing team of engineers, product managers, data experts, and designers focused on building the next generation of digital products that power Ahold Delhaize’s local brands across Europe. With over 15 years of international experience in technology, product development, and digital transformation, Adnan is passionate about creating scalable tech solutions that deliver real business impact. He has a strong track record of leading cross-functional teams, driving innovation, and bridging business and technology in complex, fast-moving environments. At AD/01, Adnan is focused on building a high-performance, purpose-driven organization that enables Ahold Delhaize to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving world of retail. 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: Opening Speech AI Coding Summit
Bogdan Vizureanu
Co-founder
𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿: Bogdan is one of the co-founders of Code for Romania and he is currently one of the Technology Officers that help in coordinating the project teams and in delivering the civic apps the organization’s volunteers are working on. Having over 10 years of experience in .net, flavoring from version 2.0 in a POS Windows application, to multi-tenant Azure enterprise solutions, Bogdan is also a Technical Team Lead for a technology company whenever he is not managing the coding teams in the biggest civic tech ONG in Romania.
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