Join us for an insightful evening exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming how AI is redefining the boundaries of software development and inspiring new possibilities in engineering. Led by AWS Chief Evangelist Jeff Barr and featuring a stellar lineup of developer community experts, this session unpacks the intersection of AI and developer relations through practical demonstrations, interactive discussions, and real-world case studies.

Key Takeaways:

• Insights from our very special guest AWS Chief Evangelist, Jeff Barr on how AI is redefining the boundaries of software development and inspiring new possibilities in engineering.
• How is artificial intelligence reshaping the modern developer's workflow and skillset? What changes are we seeing in team dynamics and organizational structures
• Practical approaches to building and sustaining AI-aware technical communities
• Networking with the developer communities to learn, build and connect

Agenda

17:30-18:05 – Welcome & Networking

Speaker: Ethan Sumner, Engineering Excellence Lead, Barclays

18:05-18:20 – Opening Keynote - Engineering in the AI Era
We kick off the evening in style with a warm welcome and lots of great insights from our very special guest AWS Chief Evangelist Jeff Barr on how AI is redefining the boundaries of software development and inspiring new possibilities in engineering.

Speaker: Jeff Barr, Chief Evangelist, AWS

18:20-18:35 - Is it an Agent?
Agentic AI is everywhere but do we always need an agent? In this fast-paced and interactive session, we’ll play a game of “Is It an Agent?” and try to figure out which problems really need agents… and which are just apps in disguise.

Speaker: Matheus Guimaraes

18:35-19:00 - Break

19:00-19:15 - Crafty AI: From Words to 3D Print
This demonstration showcases how conversational AI can create tangible objects through an innovative AWS-powered workflow. Using Amazon Bedrock, Nova Pro, and SageMaker, the system transforms user conversations into personalized 3D-printed keychains. The live demonstration illustrates how businesses can combine generative AI and manufacturing to create unique, personalized customer experiences.

Speakers: Letizia Trapletti, Solutions Architect, AWS; Sebastian Collins, Senior Industry SA, AWS; Onat Celmen, Senior Startup SA, AWS; Giuseppe Battista, Senior Startup SA, Karan Thanvi, Senior Startups Solution Architect , AWS

19:15-19:30 - How to Think About CloudOps Automation in the AI Age
Cloud automation is powerful but tricky. This talk explores its evolution—from scripts and policies to AI-driven agents—and reveals a three-phase framework for practical adoption. Attendees will learn what to automate, how AI changes the game, and which risks, standards, and strategies shape the next generation of CloudOps

Speakers: Amit Saar, OpenOps, CEO; Lee Wagner, OpenOps, Founding Account Executive

19:30-19:40 – Break

19:40-20:10 - Reimagining Software Development with AI
Join AWS Chief Evangelist Jeff Barr and AWS experts Matheus Guimaraes and Giuseppe Battista for an insightful discussion on AI's transformation of software development. From team dynamics to development practices, discover how AI is reshaping the future of engineering and creating new opportunities for innovation.

Moderated by: Ethan Sumner, Engineering Excellence Lead, Barclays

Panelists: Jeff Barr, Chief Evangelist, AWS; Giuseppe Battista, Senior Startup Solutions Architect, AWS; Matheus Guimaraes, Senior Developer Advocate, AWS; Lee Wagner, OpenOps, Founding Account Executive; Amit Saar, OpenOps, CEO

20:10-20:30 - Networking