This session explores how to integrate Developer Experience (DX) into a continuous improvement framework to drive innovation and efficiency within an enterprise.

• Focusing on DX to enhance productivity, foster a culture of ongoing development, and improve overall business outcomes.
• Define the role of DX in continuous improvement, to build a sustainable and efficient development environment.
• Establish and track key performance indicators that reflect the quality of developer experience.
• Collecting, analyzing, and acting on developer feedback to continuously refine processes.
• Examining the cultural changes and leadership approaches necessary to prioritize DX in enterprise-wide improvement initiatives.

Mohamed Ait Si Brahim

Global Chief Technology Officer
Hargreaves Lansdown

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In the rapidly evolving landscape of software development, the right tooling and software suites can make the difference between a smooth journey and a bumpy ride. This session delves into strategies for selecting tools that enhance the developer experience and streamline the development process. Attendees will gain insights into how tool selection impacts productivity, collaboration, and overall project success.

• Evaluating the compatibility of available tools with existing development environments and their ability to integrate seamlessly.
• Offering intuitive interfaces and user-centric features, reducing learning curves and enhancing developer satisfaction.
• Identifying true key performance indicators to evaluate the efficiency and impact of tools on development cycles.
• Considering community support available for tools, for long-term viability and troubleshooting assistance.
• Exploring the adaptability of tools to safeguard against future development challenges.

Martin Wheatley

Technical & Development Director
Envision Pharma Group

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Felix Rothballer

Head of Platform Engineering & Operations
ProSiebenSat.1

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Ed Van Zoelen

IT Integrator
ABN AMRO Bank

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Address the critical challenges that impede developer productivity and satisfaction. How does DX serve as an alternative to effectively mitigate the frictions developers

face in their day-to-day work?

• Recognizing Common Developer Frictions and pain points across the developer workflow, from inadequate tooling and poor documentation to organisational
• bottlenecks and communication barriers.
• Introducing methodologies for systematically identifying and categorising frictions, to ensure a comprehensive understanding of issues.
• Formulating specific, actionable plans to address frictions, and ensuring smooth implementation, including new processes and tools, stakeholder buy-in, pilot testing,
• and phased rollouts.

Fatima Mookhtiar

Lead Technical Product Portfolio Manager - Developer Experience & Operational Ex
A.P. Moller - Maersk

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In this session, we will delve into the imperative of consolidating diverse development teams and harmonising disparate technologies to pave the way for a fullyautonomous developer experience, creating synergies in a multi-faceted development environment, where efficiency and innovation are key.

• Integration strategies for different development teams and technologies while maintaining team identity and technology effectiveness.
• Identifying key automation tools that enable developers to focus on creative tasks by minimising manual and repetitive work.
• Establishing effective communication channels and collaboration practices that align various teams under a unified vision and operational strategy.
• Implementing continuous improvement processes that adapt to emerging technologies and market demands, ensuring the developer experience remains agile and forward-thinking.
• Discussing metrics and KPIs essential for measuring the success of the consolidated teams and technologies, and strategies for ongoing optimisation.

Christian Rudolph

Head of DevOps
TUI

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The success of any development team hinges on the motivation and empowerment of its members. This panel discussion brings together industry experts to share insights

and strategies on creating an environment that fosters developer empowerment and motivation. Looking at effective leadership approaches, the impact of organizational

culture, and the role of tools and technologies in supporting a productive and satisfied development team.

• Exploring how culture influences developer motivation and how to foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive work environment.
• Leadership styles and strategies that encourage autonomy, innovation, and a sense of ownership among developers.
• Finding the right tools that can enhance developer productivity and job satisfaction.
• Recognising and rewarding developer achievements and their impact on team morale and motivation.
• Focusing on continuous learning, skill development, and career advancement opportunities to keep developers engaged and motivated.

Niko Kivela

Head of DevOps
SOK

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Shery Brauner

SVP Engineering
Razor Group

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Jacob Castello

Lead Site Reliability Engineer
N26

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Jean Burellier

Technical Lead
Sanofi

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This session will explore innovative strategies for embracing change in DX, founded in psychology, to foster an environment that can thrive in the face of new challenges and

• technologies.
• Exploring change management principals and practices to influence, engage and inspire developers in your DX journey
• Cultivating a responsive mindset within your developer teams, encouraging adaptability and continuous learning as core competencies.
• Implementing agile methodologies applied to DX leadership to improve responsiveness and efficiency in software development change.
• Enhancing collaboration and communication from executives, to engineering managers, to developers to achieve holistic buy-in for DX
• Measuring the impact of changes in DX and how to iteratively adapt strategies based on feedback and results.

Ugur Basak

Director of Engineering, Platform Engineering
TomTom

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Creating an outstanding developer experience goes beyond just providing the right tools; it requires establishing a culture that empowers developers, defining ownership and responsibility, and anticipates developer needs. This session will delve into the essential elements of setting the right norms, enabling autonomy, and driving positive changes in developer habits.

• Defining and communicating clear valuers and expectations to establish a positive culture and norms
• Streamline processes to minimize unnecessary bureaucracy and empower developer autonomy
• Encouraging a sense of individual and collective responsibility for project outcomes.
• Anticipating developer needs to stay ahead of changing demands and potential challenges
• Driving changes in developer habits and providing continuous learning opportunities to foster growth and adaptability.

Dionisio Perez-Mavrogenis

Head of Platform
Trinny London

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Understanding the needs and challenges faced by developers is crucial for enhancing productivity and job satisfaction. This session will explore effective strategies for

mapping developer experiences and tailoring environments that foster creativity and efficiency.

• Identifying key metrics for developer satisfaction and productivity, that genuinely reflect engineer’s day-to-day experiences.
• Establishing robust feedback mechanisms to continuously gather insights from developers about their work environment, tools, and workflow challenges
• Personalising development environments to suit individual and team preferences, which can significantly boost efficiency.
• Structuring continuous learning and professional development to keep skills relevant and developers motivated.
• Building a culture that values open communication, collaboration, and innovation among development teams.

Lorisa Dubuc

Executive Director, User Experience
JPMorgan Chase & Co

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