Atlanta Developers' Conference

Keynote

The Benefits of Technical Communities:

While some development can be done in silos, we often need to reach out to discover alternative ways to solve the problems we face or communicate with people that have more knowledge of the systems. As humans, we also need to build our own personal community of peers and mentors in order to thrive and grow.

For our keynote, we reflect on what we've learned over the past 20 years of running the Atlanta Developers' Conference (aka Atlanta Code Camp) and how it has impacted our technical abilities, careers, and the friends we've met along the way. We'll also offer some suggestions on how to best take advantage of the opportunities for you during the conference and the benefits of getting more involved.

Jim Wooley

The Linq Kinq

By day, Jim Wooley is a Senior Delivery Principal for Slalom Consulting, In his free time, Jim is a frequent speaker, MVP, and author of "LINQ in Action". He is always striving to stay at the forefront of technology and enjoys the thrill of a new challenge. He has been active evangelizing LINQ since its announcement in 2005. In addition, he attempts to pass on the insights he has gained by being active in the community, including organizing and speaking at code camps and regional events, including MIX, VS Live, CodeMash, KCDC, That Conference, DevWeek, and CodeStock.

Jake Attis

Senior Architect at VPO

I am a seasoned Azure cloud engineer and developer with over 25 years of experience in designing, building, deploying, and maintaining decoupled and highly available web-based applications and cloud infrastructure. I specialize in solving complex problems and consistently delivering on project, product, engineering, and business goals through meticulous attention to detail. My passion for software development drives me to create impactful, well-structured, and secure solutions.

In addition to my professional work, I am a long-standing and respected volunteer in the developer community in Georgia. I am a former 12 year Microsoft MVP and have organized numerous regional conferences, helping to educate and expose the community to the latest Microsoft technologies, from code to PaaS, IaaS, and SaaS services. My current expertise includes Azure, .NET, Cosmos DB, and Azure DevOps.

Outside of technology, I enjoy traveling with my partner in crime and spending time outdoors as much as possible, despite the challenges of Georgia's summer heat.

What is the Atlanta Developers' Conference?

This conference is focused on all kinds of developers. This is a chance to see some of your favorite speakers on all sorts of topics, including:

Programming Languages and Frameworks:
- Python: Django, Flask, FastAPI
- Java and Kotlin
- Rust and Go
- C# and .NET
Web Development:
- Modern JavaScript: React, Angular, Vue.js
- Progressive Web Apps (PWA)
- Web Performance Optimization
- Responsive Design and Accessibility
- API Design and Development
Mobile Development:
- Cross-Platform Mobile Development: Flutter, React Native
- Native iOS and Android Development
- Mobile App Security Best Practices
- User Experience (UX) Design for Mobile
Introduction to Tech:
- Overview of the Tech Industry
- Key Roles and Career Paths in Tech
- Basic Concepts in Software Development
- Getting Started with Version Control (Git)
Cybersecurity:
- Application Security
- Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
- Secure Coding Practices
- Incident Response and Threat Detection

Emerging Technologies:
- Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR)
- Development with AI
- Edge Computing
- 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing
IoT and Embedded Systems:
- Internet of Things (IoT) Development
- Embedded Software Development
- Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
Software Engineering, DevOps, and Productivity:
- Agile and Scrum Methodologies
- Test-Driven Development (TDD)
- DevOps Practices and Tools (CI/CD, Kubernetes, Docker)
- Developer Productivity Hacks
LLM Development:
- Development with Large Language Models (LLMs)
- AI on devices with Small Language Models (SLMs)
- Creating Copilots
- Agents and Orchestration (Semantic Kernel, Langchain, etc.)
Game Development:
- Game Engines and Tools
- Game Design Principles
- Multiplatform Game Development
- Advanced Graphics Techniques
Soft Skills for Developers:
- Communication Skills for Engineers
- Time Management and Productivity
- Career Development and Mentorship
- Working in Distributed Teams