"AWS Generative AI - DevOps and Developer Productivity Redefined"

The momentum created by DevOps led to a fundamental change in how organizations build, deploy, and manage their applications and this truly complemented the agile methodologies. Now, with the advent of Generative AI and the ever increasing demand to improve developer and ops productivity and experience, a plethora of opportunities open up level up the game further. I'd love to share how Amazon is operating by using AWS and consistently improving it's internet-scale ecosystem to truly delight its customers, sellers, and employees alike. What's more, we are deeply integrating all our best practices into AWS Generative AI services for the greater good across the industry. All this and more on the stage

Nag Kakarla is a dedicated technology leader with 25 years of experience spanning Cloud Engineering (with over 10 years in Hybrid Cloud), DevOps, Software Design, Solution Architecture, Microservices, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), Product Support, and Program/Project Management. His career includes global roles with progressively increasing responsibilities, showcasing his expertise in technology and organizational development.

"Building DevOps Pipeline for AI Model Deployment: NVIDIA NIM on Amazon EKS"

Learn how to build efficient DevOps pipelines for AI model deployment using NVIDIA NIM on Amazon EKS. This talk covers infrastructure setup with Terraform, scaling with Karpenter, and cost optimization using AWS services, providing practical insights for AI/ML in cloud-native environments.

With over 19 years of IT experience, Ayyanar Jeyakrishnan brings a wealth of expertise and strong leadership skills. A strategic thinker with a collaborative mindset, he works closely with CXOs and technology leaders. His deep knowledge spans DevOps, Cloud Computing, Big Data, Machine Learning, and AI, making him a leading expert in driving innovation and adapting to evolving technologies.

"Turbocharge Your DevOps Workflow: The Power of Extreme Automation"

This session will showcase how organizations are optimizing productivity and accelerating results by leveraging advanced tools, AI, and automation strategies. Real-world examples will illustrate the transformative power of extreme automation in streamlining workflows.

With 18 years of experience, Adarsh Mehrotra has held roles from .NET Developer to DevOps Consultant and now leads DevOps practices. He has spearheaded large-scale DevOps, Agile, and engineering transformations across the UK, Australia, and Singapore. Adarsh's expertise includes enterprise DevOps architecture, multi-cloud implementation, CI/CD tooling, and DevOps CoE setups. He is a frequent speaker at DevOps conferences and passionate about AI/ML's role in driving business and technology transformations.

"Lightning Talk : DevOps: How Did We Get Here and Where Are We Going? Past, Present and Future"

This session will take a comprehensive look at the development and operations (DevOps) journey from both individual and industry perspectives. It will examine how DevOps has evolved over time, as well as its potential in the age of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). The discussion will also touch on specialized areas such as DevSecOps, MLOps, and AIOps. Targeted towards mid to senior-level professionals, this talk aims to provide valuable insights into both the history and future trajectory of the DevOps landscape.

"Lightning Talk : Expanding DevOps Principles to Large Complex Solutions"

This session will cover how DevOps principles can be applied to the Platform Software Factory, a multi-stage development process in the semiconductor industry. We will explore how DevOps accelerates product development at each stage, using Kafka to enhance process modularity, reliability, and efficiency.

Savitha Kumar is a Product Owner at Intel, managing product strategy and execution for Client Platform Integration. With 5 years of industry experience, including leading a DevOps product, she has expertise in DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and release management. Savitha is passionate about product and customer management, ensuring high-quality software delivery.

"PromptOps: Mastering AI-Powered SDLC with Reusable Prompts"

Discover how to harness AI in DevOps with PromptOps, focusing on building and scaling reusable prompt libraries. In this 30-minute session, we'll delve into crafting effective prompts, sharing them across teams, and enhancing automation efficiency. Learn how to create scalable, reusable prompts to streamline workflows, improve collaboration, and eliminate bottlenecks. Perfect for DevOps engineers and leaders looking to elevate their automation strategies.

Mohan Sridharan is an experienced Solutions Architect and Product Manager with a strong background in Hybrid IT and cloud transformation services. He excels in defining business solutions across both traditional and modern technology stacks. As a hands-on practitioner, expert negotiator, and product evangelist, Mohan bridges gaps and strives for win-win outcomes in every deal.

"Why do we need DevOps?"

In today's fast-paced software development landscape, DevOps has emerged as a vital practice for enhancing collaboration, accelerating delivery, and ensuring reliable software performance. This session will explore the core principles of DevOps, focusing on bridging the gap between development and operations through automation, continuous integration, and deployment. Attendees will gain insights into best practices for establishing a culture of collaboration, adopting effective tools, and overcoming common challenges in DevOps adoption. Whether you're just starting with DevOps or looking to enhance your current practices, this session provides the strategies and knowledge you need to drive transformation and achieve seamless, high-quality software delivery.

Araf Karsh Hamid brings over 25 years of experience in designing and developing mission-critical, object-oriented, and web-based applications. He has worked with top organizations, including Bank of America, CIBC, Johnson & Johnson, Kaiser Permanente, and U.S. government departments. Known for leading production software teams and launching innovative products, Karsh leverages cutting-edge technology to drive success.

"Building trust in your AI enabled applications"

We are in the midst of the biggest shift in the human technology landscape. AI is everywhere!

How as a member of DevOps team you can ensure you build trust across the the entire lifecycle of your AI Application right from building a trusted software supply chain to explainable AI. We dont have "Kill Switch" but we are responsbilbe for building trust by default. Join me to get started and embrace opensource tools and methodologies to become a responsible hero in the era of AI.

Vinay Rajagopal is ISV Technology Lead Architect for Partner Ecosytem at RedHat. As a Technology lead, he is responsible for helping Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) including IOT, AI/ML and Emerging technologies based partners to build products on RedHat stack, accelerate containerization and enabling them on go-to-market strategy. He brings over 20+ years app dev and platform experience. He is a BlockBolt certified product management professional. Has completed Design Thinking from MIT Emeritus, Business Management from LSE (London School of Economics and Political Science), Leadership and Strategy from JWMI (Jack Welch Management Institute). He holds several granted patents and published files. An open source enthusiast who is currently pursuing Masters in AI from Reva University.