ags likes distributed systems in all shapes and forms. Coding since the age of 8, loves simplicity and continuous delivery. While he has written in many languages, he favors the JVM. Since “most software problems are people problems”, he stirs communities, organizes and speaks at conferences (proud to be a JavaONE Rockstar!). He is passionate about all things data, because of science! In his spare time… cycling, photography, and books. And he is a Java Champion!