Agenda

Unlocking Java's Code Maze

Java Stage — 30 minutes Java

It's an immersive experience designed to inspire and empower Java developers on their ongoing quest for mastery within the complex world of Java programming by providing practical insights for navigating the code maze effectively. Join Mihaela in this session and embark on a journey to unravel some of the secrets within the Java programming language through the lens of coding challenges. 
In this exploration, various types of coding challenges commonly encountered in Java development will be handled. You are encouraged to actively participate while we highlight lesser-known features, functionalities, and best practices within the Java language. These hands-on coding examples will showcase how different hidden gems can contribute to writing more efficient and elegant code.
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• Mihaela Gheorghe Roman [Software Architect — Systematic]

Prepare for Jakarta EE 11

Java Stage — 45 minutes Java

Jakarta EE 11 will be the first release of Jakarta EE after the new release cadence was introduced. The goal is to release a version of Jakarta EE around six to nine months after an LTS release of Java. With Java 21 released in September 2023, Jakarta EE 11 is scheduled to be released between April and July 2024.
What are the updates? Are there any new specifications introduced? What about removals? Will there be another namespace change? How will the impact of this release be on other frameworks and technologies, such as Spring, Apache Tomcat, Hibernate, and more?Come to this session to get all these questions and more answered to be prepared for Jakarta EE 11.
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• Ed Burns [Principal Architect for Java — Microsoft]

Hidden security features of the JVM - everything you didn’t know and more

Java Stage — 45 minutes Java

Java 17 announced the depreciation of the Security Manager (which is ok since hardly anyone used it) but that doesn’t mean the JVM leaves you vulnerable. There are many design features in the JVM and the JDK that are there to help keep your application safe from harm.
In this session, we’ll walk through these points - from compiler, to bytecode to runtime and give you a refresher on how to get the best from these features. We’ll also look at new things in the works, compile-to-native consequences and even some off-the-wall “it’s just an idea” thoughts about how to make the JVM an even more secure environment.
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• Steve Poole [Developer Advocate — Sonatype]

Stranger Danger: Your Java Attack Surface Just Got Bigger

Java Stage — 45 minutes Java

Building cloud-native Java applications is undoubtedly awesome. However, it comes with undeniable new risks. Next to your own code, you are relying on so many other things. Blindly depending on open-source libraries and Docker images can form a massive risk for your application. 
The wrong package can introduce severe vulnerabilities into your application, exposing your application and your user's data. Join this hands-on Java cloud-native live-hacking session where we will show common threats, vulnerabilities, and misconfiguration including the recently disclosed issues in Log4j. Most importantly, you will learn how to protect your application with actionable remediation and best practices.
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• Brian Vermeer [Staff Developer Advocate — Snyk]

Energy Efficient Programming: Java vs C

Java Stage — 30 minutes Java

Java is widely adopted by all Enterprises in the world as the preferred language of development.  It is clear why: Java programming language has enormous support, it has improvements and new releases every year and a huge knowledge base. However, applications made in Java consume relatively large amounts of energy to maintain in operation. An alternative would be using a much lower-level programming language like C or Rust, but is C or RUST viable to replace Java for some of the enterprise applications? This short presentation aims to show a proof of concept for a C library that can replace the Java API building frameworks. We have specifically chosen the APIs as a target as many of the current architectures used in enterprise environments are based on microservices and APIs. Read More...

• Andreea Bodea [Full Stack Developer — 1&1 Internet Development]
• Robert Bărbulescu [Full Stack Developer — 1&1 Internet Development]

Application Observability with Grafana and OpenTelemetry

Java Stage — 45 minutes Java

OpenTelemetry is a collection of standards and tools to make it easy to get metrics, distributed traces, and logs out of applications. For example, OpenTelemetry's Java agent will instrument Java applications out-of-the-box, with no code change required.
This talk shows how to use OpenTelemetry signals for application monitoring. We will introduce Grafana's open-source databases: Loki for logs, Tempo for traces, and Mimir for metrics. And we will show how to use Grafana dashboards to explore the OpenTelemetry data.
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• Fabian Stäber [Engineering Manager — Grafana]

Building Successful Mobile Apps with React Native

Mobile Stage — 45 minutes Mobile

How can you build a successful mobile app? With so many popular frameworks available, it can be quite challenging. In this session, I would like to share my experiences of working with React Native. We will cover the fundamentals, advanced concepts, and best practices that you should follow while building mobile apps with React Native.  Whether you are a beginner or an experienced developer, this talk will equip you with the necessary tools and knowledge to create successful mobile applications with React Native.
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• Milica Aleksić [Software Engineer — B2ME]

Do Repeat Yourself. How to move from Development into Leadership

Mobile Stage — 30 minutes Mobile

As a developer moving into a leadership role for the first time it can be can be tough, confusing, and at times overwhelming. This was certainly the case for me. I discovered that the principles I had once followed when building software were no longer effective as a leader. However, after a few years I can confidently say that becoming a leader is one of the most fulfilling things I've done. In this talk you will learn some of the ways to adapt your developer skillset to that of a tech lead, and I will share my observations in making these adjustments myself. We'll look at how the problems you need to solve are suddenly very unfamiliar, with intensives that are often the reverse to what you've been used to. If you've had similar experiences or are considering a move into leadership yourself, this talk is for you. You will leave with a number of effective strategies for becoming a tech lead, while remaining kind to yourself and others.

However, after a few years I can confidently say that becoming a leader is one of the most fulfilling things I've done. In this talk you will learn some of the ways to adapt your developer skillset to that of a tech lead, and I will share my observations in making these adjustments myself. We'll look at how the problems you need to solve are suddenly very unfamiliar, with intensives that are often the reverse to what you've been used to. If you've had similar experiences or are considering a move into leadership yourself, this talk is for you. You will leave with a number of effective strategies for becoming a tech lead, while remaining kind to yourself and others.
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• Luke Stringer [Tech Principal — AND Digital]

Clean Code in Flutter: Architectural Strategies for Scalability and Testability

Mobile Stage — 45 minutes Mobile Flutter Clean Code

This presentation is designed for developers and architects who aspire to enhance their Flutter applications' codebase. 
In this session, we delve into the principles of clean code and best practices that are pivotal for crafting scalable, maintainable, and efficient Flutter applications. Through a blend of theory and practical examples, attendees will learn how to apply solid architectural patterns, effective error handling, and code optimization techniques tailored to the Flutter ecosystem. The presentation will guide participants through the journey of transitioning from conventional coding practices to a refined approach that emphasizes code reusability, readability, and simplicity. We'll explore advanced concepts such as dependency injection, state management solutions, and the art of writing unit and widget tests that ensure your codebase remains robust over time.
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• Alex Bordei [Flutter Developer — FlutterDev.io]

Investing in Women in Games

Women in Tech Stage — 45 minutes Women in Tech

Lucy Chow’s book "Changing the Game", highlights the importance of digital technologies in sectors, such as gaming, and its relevance to the future of work. She will discuss, games as an Industry and the growth outlook for the games industry globally. Importantly, she will shine a spotlight on examples of female tech trailblazers in the games/esports industry. How can more women in games and esports be framed as a national, international, and strategic priority? Diversity and more perspectives are important to the economic growth of all nations.

• Lucy Chow [Ambassador — Women in Games]

Building and Scaling Teams in Emerging Tech

Women in Tech Stage — 45 minutes Women in Tech

The keynote will focus on how to build a team in emerging technologies, using our practical case study in Web3 as an example. Explore strategies and insights for developing teams in a new technology landscape.

• Ioana Verebi [CEO @ QED / Dashboard Tech Director — Sandbox]

Panel Discussion - Let's create a future we believe in

Women in Tech Stage — 1 hour Women in Tech

• Steliana Moraru [Chief Operating Officer — OTP Leasing]
• Andreea Ioniță [Chief Digital & Technology Officer — E.ON România]
• Doina Costache [Regional Director — Google]
• Simona Șandru [IT Projects Director, Founder & CEO Global Women TechLeaders — Globant]
• Maria-Manuela Catrina [Deputy Director, Undersecretary of State — Romanian National Cyber Security Directorate]

Leveraging GenAI: From hype to real impact

Women in Tech Stage — 30 minutes Women in Tech Generative AI

Generative AI could buck the historical trend of new technologies initially disrupting jobs and industries.  Unlike past technologies requiring specialized skills, generative AI is highly productive yet accessible through natural language. Generative AI may mark the end of the digital divide, becoming a great equalizer across society. Join this session to learn about GenAI and how you can adopt it to make a real impact.
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• Andra Somesan [Solutions Architect — Amazon Web Services Romania]