PyCon APAC 2025

Arnel is a Python Backend Engineer specializing in cloud-native and serverless applications. He works at Elemnta, a Sydney-based fintech company delivering tailored digital solutions for financial advisors. With extensive experience in cloud computing, he excels in designing secure, scalable, and well-architected systems that drive business impact. As Community Lead of DurianPy, Davao's official Python User Group, Arnel is passionate about fostering innovation, collaboration, and the growth of Python developers to advance the region's tech ecosystem.

As a professional software developer for more than 15 years, Aryn now works as a Software Consultant and Manager of for startups. With extensive experience in software architect and solutions.

Passionate about programming and tech, Aryn is active within various local community and groups, and is an experienced mentor and excellent coach.

Ben is a problem-solver who has a wealth of experience as an advocate, educator, and leader in the open data and open geospatial spaces—equally adept at developing technical solutions, leading capacity building initiatives, or developing communities of practice. He is a big believer in digital privacy and right-to-repair.

He is the proprietor of BNHR and the co-founder of the Civic Literacy Initiative and SmartCT. Find him at:
- https://bnhr.xyz
- https://fb.com/bnhr.xyz
- https://fosstodon.org/@bnhrdotxyz
- https://civicliteraci.es

Benjamin is a Data Science Manager by day and a passionate Homelab enthusiast by night. Outside of his professional and technical pursuits, he takes pride in being a dad, staying active as a gym enthusiast, and maintaining a sharp appearance.

In addition to his work-life balance, Benjamin spearheaded a community project aimed at addressing the 'you need experience to get experience' dilemma faced by many aspiring professionals. Details of this initiative can be found on his blog: https://blog.cauchy.dad.

Chantal Pino is a community leader and software developer from Davao City, Philippines. Building with code since 15, she's currently creating solutions at Satorinet.io as a Python Software Developer.

An avid volunteer passionate about fostering inclusive tech spaces, she actively contributes to various community initiatives that make technology more accessible. When not coding, participating in hackathons, or organizing community events, she can be found curled up with a good book alongside her cat.

After having a career as a Data Scientist and Developer Advocate, Cheuk dedicated her work to the open-source community. Currently, she is working as AI developer advocate for JetBrains. She has co-founded Humble Data, a beginner Python workshop that has been happening around the world. She has served the EuroPython Society board for two years and is now a fellow and director of the Python Software Foundation.

Clark Urzo is the Strategic Director of WhiteBox Research, the first AI interpretability lab in the Philippines. Previously, he participated in the virtual workshops of the Stanford ML Alignment Theory Scholars (MATS) program under John Wentworth and was also a facilitator in BlueDot Impact’s AGI Safety Fundamentals course. In a past life he was the co-founder of Veer, one of the first virtual reality startups in Manila.

Clark Urzo also won a grant from Pioneer.app in 2018, a selective program in Silicon Valley run by Daniel Gross and funded by Stripe and Marc Andreessen. In his spare time, he collects weird films and used clothes and spends his evenings playing 90s-era survival horror games.

Dexter Ligot-Gordon
CEO, Swarm

There are two things to know about Dexter: he designs his own barongs, and he cares about making products that solve important problems for people.

Dexter is the CEO and co-founder of Swarm, a platform where senior consultants in AI, Software Development, and Product Design can form teams and collaborate with founders and corporate innovators.

Before Swarm, Dexter co-founded Kalibrr, the first company from the Philippines to get into Y Combinator (W’12), where he led product, design, and engineering. Under his leadership, Kalibrr scaled to 5 million users and pioneered AI-powered hiring solutions, launching the first AI-powered job board in 2017.

His expertise extends beyond startups: he designed San Francisco’s Workforce Development Strategic Plan, helping shape policies that support employment and mobility.

With a strong foundation in Workforce and Education Policy, he previously served on the Board of Regents of the University of California, advocating for expanded access to education and career opportunities.

Dexter has been working at the intersection of AI and employment since building an AI team in 2016, and he remains passionate about mentoring up-and-coming entrepreneurs while learning from tech and product leaders across the globe.

Diogenes is an Electronics Engineer and a professor in the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philiipines. He develops embedded systems and educational kits on microcontrollers and Programmable Chips (FPGAs) leveraging the use of python as much as possible. He is passionate in creating devices that are cost effective and has practical applications in real life not just a showcase of technological design and principles. He has been developing python modules and libraries as well as discovering frameworks intended for embedded systems using micropython-the python for k for microcontrollers and embedded systems. He has been a project leader of some funded research projects in the Philippines ands is an avid member of the local Python Organization in Cagayan de Oro-The Pytsada. He has been a speaker in previous Local Pycon and Pycon APAC conferences in the last five years wherein most of his session are on the hardware development side of Python. His fascination with low level programming and hardware description language lead to the his quest for developing high level tools in order to democratize the use of PLDs and Register Transfer Level Designs in Engineering Education.

Data analyst, researcher, software developer, entrepreneur and technologist. Advocate for data literacy, AI ethics, data ethics and social impact from data. His current work focuses on human rights, public health, food security, political risk and fighting disinformation and infodemics through the use of computational social science, social listening, remote sensing, artificial intelligence and data engineering.

Founder of CirroLytix, a social impact AI company, and Data Ethics PH, an online community focused on social issues such as data privacy, data security, AI-driven discrimination, data liabilities, data ownership rights, and data poverty. Three-time global winner of the NASA and ESA International Space Apps Challenges, his team's award winning dengue surveillance application, AEDES, has been backed by the Group on Earth Observations (GEO), the Digital Public Goods Alliance (DPGA) and the UNICEF Innovation Fund.

Represents the Philippines as Member of the Expert Advisory Panel of the International Scientific Report on Advanced AI Safety convened by the UK Department of Science, Innovation, and Technology. Co-authored the Masters in Applied Business Analytics degree of the University of Asia and the Pacific, and led the development of the nationwide data science education program Project SPARTA. Co-founded the Analytics and AI Association of the Philippines (AAP) and is a Board of Trustees member of the Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism (PCIJ).

Passionate about using big data and AI to make a positive difference in the world and creating a better future for society as it transitions through the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Donnie Prakoso is a software engineer, self-proclaimed barista, café racer enthusiast, and Principal Developer Advocate at AWS and based in Singapore. With more than 17 years of experience in the technology industry, from telecommunications, banking to startups, he's now focusing on helping developers to understand varieties of technology to transform their ideas into execution. He loves coffee ☕️ and any discussion of any topics from microservices to machine learning.

I am a seasoned software developer at OpenSPP and the lead developer behind its comprehensive social protection platform. With over 30 years of experience in IT, I specialize in software development and am a passionate advocate for Free and Open Source Software (FOSS). Throughout my career, I have contributed to some FOSS projects, helping to expand their reach and impact.

My journey with Python and Odoo began with the earliest release of OpenERP, now known as Odoo, and has since developed into deep expertise. My engagement with the community started after presenting a research paper on Open Source ERP systems at international IT conferences, igniting my long-standing dedication to these technologies. Today, I remain an active IT professional and educator, committed to sharing knowledge and driving innovation in the field.

Executive Director at Python Asia Organization, Director of Outreach and Diversity at Python PH, and Head of Engineering & Project Management. Ella Espinola is a seasoned tech professional with over a decade of experience. She also serves as Community Lead at PyTsada and Lead Organizer at Django Girls CDO, championing diversity and accessibility in technology. Ella is a passionate advocate for empowering communities through Python programming and innovative tech solutions.

Specializing in Python programming and robotics systems, Florante is currently pursuing graduate studies in Computer Engineering with a focus on Data Science at PUP. He develops Python-based solutions for autonomous systems using Arduino and Raspberry Pi and teaches advanced Python programming at PUP Biñan, emphasizing scientific computing and robotics applications.

His research includes machine learning-enabled detection for hybrid AGV-drone systems and YOLOv5 algorithms for autonomous vehicles. As Governor of the MRSP NCR Chapter, he advances mechatronics and robotics education while creating Python frameworks that bridge hardware and software in intelligent automated systems

Gabriel Enriquez “TheGabmeister” is a VR, AR, Unreal Engine, Unity Developer. He spends most of his time jacked into the Matrix.

In 2015, Gab co-founded VR Philippines, a community of Virtual Reality developers and enthusiasts advocating the adoption of VR in the country. He also co-founded Veer Immersive Technologies, a startup that created a VR training simulator for cabin crew members of Philippine Airlines. He previously worked as a 3D Environment Artist with projects getting featured in 80.lv.

In the past, he has been featured in adobo Magazine, invited in DZIQ Radyo Inquirer 990AM, and attended in TV Patrol Southern Tagalog, ANC Game Changer, ANC Dateline.

Email: gab@thegabmeister.com
Website: www.thegabmeister.com

Iggy is a DevSecOps Engineer with an expertise in implementing cloud-native and serverless applications in AWS. He possesses extensive skills in developing full-stack solutions for both web and mobile platforms.

Outside work, Iggy is also actively volunteering in the local community as the User Group Leader of AWS User Group Davao where he hosts meetups focused on educating and networking among AWS enthusiasts and professionals.

Iqbal Abdullah is a seasoned entrepreneur, software engineer, and longstanding champion of open-source communities. With more than two decades in Japan’s tech industry, he has been instrumental in advancing software development, SaaS entrepreneurship, and the Python community across Asia.

He is the founder and CEO of LaLoka Labs, creator of Kafkai, an AI-driven content generation platform. Previously, he established Xoxzo, a telephony SaaS company operating remotely until its acquisition in 2021. His career encompasses both engineering—at Yahoo! Japan—and business leadership at Amazon Japan.

A Python Software Foundation (PSF) Fellow, Iqbal co-founded PyCon JP and PyCon MY, contributed significantly to PyCon APAC, and served in PSF’s Diversity & Inclusion and Trademarks workgroups. His commitment to diversity in tech continues through open avenues for underrepresented groups. Most recently, he formed the non-profit Python Asia Organization, serving as Representative Director to foster greater collaboration among East and Southeast Asian Python communities.

Drawing on his passion for remote work, AI-driven solutions, and community-driven development, he brings a forward-looking perspective to the panel on “The Future of Software Engineering in the Age of AI.” His experience in building, scaling, and steering AI-driven and remote-first ventures makes him a leading voice in shaping the next era of software engineering.

PyCon APAC 2025 will be the 3rd time Iqbal is in Manila for PyCon and he is very happy of the fact.

Jeremi Joslin is a developer with over 20 years of experience in open-source technologies. He began his career in the startup world, building enterprise wikis and portals, and contributing to projects like XWiki and eXo Platform. Jeremi co-founded Collabspot with his Filipino partners—an enterprise communication platform that streamlined sales team performance and was later acquired by SugarCRM. Later, as the Chief Technology Officer of Newlogic, he led teams in designing and implementing innovative, open-source solutions to address complex challenges in both the private and public sectors.

In recent years, Jeremi has shifted his focus toward leveraging open-source solutions to tackle global social and economic challenges. As the Executive Director of OpenSPP (Open Source Social Protection Platform), he leads the development of scalable digital tools using platforms like Odoo to empower governments and organizations to manage social protection programs efficiently. Passionate about technology for social good, he collaborates with governments, UN agencies, and NGOs to implement transformative digital solutions that enhance service delivery and promote digital sovereignty.

At PyCon APAC, Jeremi is excited to share his journey from startups to social impact initiatives and how Python and open-source technologies have been central throughout his career. He looks forward to connecting with fellow Python enthusiasts dedicated to leveraging technology for positive change.

Joben Ilagan is the Director of the Ateneo Business Insights Laboratory for Development (BUILD) and Program Director of the B.S. Information Technology Entrepreneurship (BS ITE) Program at Ateneo de Manila University. He is pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science, focusing on the design and application of conversational intelligent tutoring systems and computer simulation for technology entrepreneurship education, leveraging recent advancements in Generative AI. Before joining academia, Joben Ilagan spent nearly a decade at Oracle Philippines as a Technical Solutions Manager, working on enterprise technology solutions for corporate clients. He later co-founded and led Seer Technologies, a software development firm specializing in mobile, data, and cloud-related services for corporate and government clients in the Philippines. He has taught courses on Python programming, applied business analytics, design thinking, and creativity and innovation management. His work with BUILD and BS ITE integrates AI, data analytics, and financial modeling, drawing from his experience in research, postgraduate academics, and industry to support student startups and enhance decision-making in business and technology.

Joseph is a software engineer and tech leader with nine years of experience, mostly in fintech, but he’s also dabbled in transportation and job-seeking platforms. He’s currently an Engineering Manager at BillEase, where he helps build scalable systems and leads an engineering team to deliver impactful solutions. Passionate about software architecture, distributed systems, and clean code, Joseph enjoys sharing his knowledge with the tech community and exploring new ways to solve complex problems.

Kalyan Prasad is a Data and AI Scientist with a strong background as a former Data Science and Analytics Manager, seamlessly bridging academia and industry. He has delivered talks at numerous PyCon, Data Science, and AI conferences, demonstrating his expertise in the field.
As a dedicated community leader, Kalyan currently serves as one of the Chairs for PyConf Hyderabad 2025 and has previously held leadership roles as Co-chair for PyConf India 2023 and PyConf Hyderabad 2022. Beyond these roles, he actively contributes to various Python, data science, and scientific communities worldwide.
Kalyan is also a member of the Code of Conduct (CoC) committee at NumFOCUS, where he advocates for inclusivity and diversity, ensuring that tech communities remain welcoming, respectful, and safe for everyone.

Kayne Uriel Rodrigo is a dedicated 4th-year BS Computer Science student at Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM). He currently serves as an IT intern at Tutorials Dojo. With previous experiences as Data & Impact Junior Mission Specialist at Kadakareer and Data Science Intern at S.P. Madrid and Associates, Kayne actively participates in tech talks on software engineering and cloud computing and advocates for integrating AI with security measures. Furthermore, he has multiple IT certifications, such as AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner and ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity and is a graduate of DAP Project Sparta’s Data Science Track.

Software engineer working at NIJIBOX Co., Ltd. in Japan.
I am writing and publishing various Sphinx extensions and more glue libraries as "OSS Writer".

• Main GitHub repository
• My public collection of Sphinx extensions named "atsphinx"

I speak at some events for software/devops engineers in Japan.

• PyCon JP(2019-2022)
• PyCon APAC 2023
• July Tech Festa (2020-2021)

I'm kind of a one trick pythonista, the progamming language that I only know by heart is Python. Though I have experience with Data Engineering, ML/AI, Backend and DevOps by mainly using Python. I'm also a new to contributing and I mainly resolve issues on Pandas.

I currently work in DevOps due to my nerd-iness in Linux and Vim. Though I also like to volunteer at tech events in my free time.

Kirill Tribunskii is an experienced software engineer specializing in Python and distributed systems. With a strong background in building scalable and reliable applications, optimizing databases, and designing efficient testing strategies, he also has hands-on experience with soft real-time control systems for the steel industry, as well as solid expertise in CI/CD infrastructure and reproducible builds for various programming languages. He enjoys attending meetups and conferences to connect with tech professionals, exchange ideas, and explore innovative approaches to development.

Tyrael Lada is a Software Developer and a Computer Science student at the University of the Philippines Mindanao, where he currently serves as Director of Technology and Skill Building at SPARCS. Undoubtedly passionate about all things Computer Science, he's interned as a Fullstack Developer, written several articles about programming, written and designed interfaces for his own machine, competed in CTFs and Competitive Programming contests, and learns programming languages as a hobby; one of his favorites being Python.

He likes to take a more generalist approach to tech as he believes there's too much to learn to just specialize in one aspect. "Specialization is for insects" ― Robert A. Heinlein

Leonora Sison is a certified ISTQB QA Tester with 11 years of experience working for various industries such as several local and multinational IT Solutions companies serving clients from both the private and public sector and presently working as QA Manager for Billease.

She started her career as a Manual QA testing ERP, HRMS, Financial System, and Identity Management Systems.

As years progressed, she delved into understanding and learning Test Automation and was able to create automated tests for Web using Selenium and Cypress and also Android app using Appium. She was able to effectively shorten regression execution time for more efficient releases.

Now, she manages and mentors a diverse Team of Manual Testers and Automation Engineers from different countries testing end to end business workflow from client registration up to computational transactions. She ensures that the team is able to deliver even in a fast paced environment.

Experienced Front-End Developer specializing in web development with React.js, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Since 2019, I have also been mentoring developers with an interest in Python and Django, guiding them in building scalable web applications.

Ian is a passionate data solutions developer, blending geospatial data with various systems across the full data spectrum. His experience includes being a researcher for an ocean renewable energy project, a software engineer in geospatial applications, solutions developer for digital transformation initiatives, and currently working as an machine learning engineer for a solar design software company whose main mission is to power the world with sunshine.

I’m one of the organizer for PyLadies Tokyo and one of the board member for PyCon JP Association. I’ve also been helping PyLadies Caravan, which is for live in outside of Tokyo area run by PyCon JP Association. We have been on hiatus since 2019, but I was leader of Geek Women Japan conference, which is an event featuring only women engineers as speakers. This conference attracted about 300 attendees.

• PyCon JP Association Board member
• Python Asia Organization Founder and Board member
• PSF Fellow
• CEO of CMS Communications Inc.

a versatile Software Engineer proficient in multiple programming languages, including C#, Python, JavaScript, and PHP. Beyond coding, she excels at analyzing data to extract meaningful insights. Her approach is highly adaptable, and she's comfortable working with a wide range of technologies, selecting the optimal tools based on project requirements.

MJ Ulysses Sabit is a self-taught Python developer based in Tacloban City, Philippines, specializing in backend development and infrastructure. He likes working in an environment that foster creative freedom, allowing him to explore and solve complex problems—thriving in small teams, where he focuses on building performant user-centric products.

Beyond coding, MJ is passionate about the arts and strategy games—especially Dota 2, StarCraft 2, and chess. He enjoys sharing his knowledge through live coding sessions on Twitch, where he provides insights into software development and documents his ongoing learning journey.

Twitch: twitch.tv/seylu_dev
YouTube: youtube.com/@seyluVODS
GitHub: github.com/seylu

Muhammad Khoirul Ihsan is a Computer Science student at the State University of Semarang with a keen interest in IoT and Artificial Intelligence, particularly large language models (LLMs). From an early age, he has been fascinated by computers and technology, fueled by a unique exposure to STEM fields—both his parents studied physics, with his father holding a PhD. This background has given him a strong foundation in logical thinking and problem-solving.

He has actively participated in projects ranging from simple weather probes to LLM driven robots, honing his skills in programming languages such as C++ and Python. His focus lies in efficiency, optimization, and creating innovative solutions.

As an aspiring IT professional, Ihsan is dedicated to contributing to impactful projects and engaging with the global tech community. He is committed to continuous learning and growth, both academically and professionally, aiming to inspire and share knowledge with fellow Python developers.

Ninz is a machine learning engineer at an agri-tech company, with nearly 13 years of experience in the tech industry, specializing in machine learning, data science, and research. Their work primarily focuses on solving challenges in climate, agriculture, and biodiversity.

Beyond their professional role, Ninz actively supports tech and research initiatives behind the scenes. Whether working on projects over a good cup of coffee or riding trails high in the mountains, they are always engaged in innovation and exploration.

And above all, they have a deep love for custard buns.

Paul has been consistently coaching Django Girls CDO workshops, empowering women to be involved in technology for many years. He is passionate about promoting Free and Open Source technologies. He has been working for more than half a decade in the IT industry focusing on the area of Web Development. His recent working experience involved companies that create open-source solutions.

Website: https://harriebird.xyz/

Piti Champeethong has over 20 years of experience working with databases. Currently, Piti serves as a Senior Consulting Engineer at MongoDB Singapore. He has spoken at several conferences, including the Global AI Conference 2023 and JavaScript Bangkok 2.0.0. In addition, Piti leads the MongoDB User Group Thailand, a thriving community of 3,000 developers.

Piti is also a Microsoft MVP (DevOps and Python), recognized for his expertise and valuable contributions to the developer community.

Ramiz Rahman is the Director of CodeDay Labs, CodeDay Labs is a program that helps students and early-career developers gain real-world experience by contributing to open-source projects under the guidance of industry mentors. Prior to joining CodeDay Labs, Ramiz served as the Head of Product at the ed-tech company Edudigm, where he played a pivotal role in launching their new startup, STEMPowered. STEMPowered focuses on bringing hands-on learning in Robotics and AI to high school and college students.

In his free time, Ramiz enjoys reading about philosophy and geopolitics, tinkering with electronics, taking photographs, playing ukulele.

Raphael Jambalos manages the Cloud Native development team at eCloudValley Philippines. His team has implemented dozens of cloud-native applications across multiple industries for customers here in the Philippines. He also has 5 AWS Certifications, and is active in helping the AWS User Group grow in the Philippines. In his free time, he loves to read books and write about Cloud technologies in his dev.to blog

Rob, from Italy, is the Head of Data Engineering at Axyon AI, a fintech company dedicated to transforming the investment management industry with AI-driven solutions.

With a Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Rob is passionate about continuous learning and exploring innovative approaches in technology. As he likes to put it, “I’m only as good as the ideas I’ve bumped into so far!"

An Information and Communications Technology graduate, a freshman at Xavier Ateneo, taking up BS Computer Science. Delved into basic python at the age of 8 years old. A speaker in former Google events. Django Girls coach last March 2024. Now currently a volunteer at Google Developers Group CDO.

A seasoned full-stack software engineer with five years of industry experience, Roull has a proven track record of delivering exceptional software solutions. With a deep understanding of both front-end and back-end development, he excels at crafting robust and scalable applications. His passion for creating seamless user experiences drives him to stay at the forefront of technological advancements.

He is a Research Engineer at a telecommunications company in Japan, specializing in developing web applications for data analysis. He is actively involved in the development of “Node-AI” (https://nodeai.io/), a no-code AI development tool designed for time-series data analysis.

She is a 4th-year Computer Science student in Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (University of the City of Manila) and an IT intern in Tutorials Dojo. With her team, she has won the 2024 AWS Innovation Cup Hackathon. She is actively involved in campus organizations such as GDSC PLM and AWS Cloud Clubs Haribon, and she's passionate about the convergence of medicine and technology, particularly data science. Through her brand, "Beyond the Vinculum," Samantha is committed to pushing the boundaries and shaping the future of these ever-evolving fields.

Sam Matuba combines domain expertise in chemical and energy engineering with experience across data science, software development, and AI. His passion lies at the intersection of energy and technology, where he leads innovation to drive sustainable solutions and transformative change. With a unique ability to merge technical and engineering knowledge, Sam bridges the gap between traditional industries and cutting-edge advancements.

At Mabuhay Energy, Sam leads digital transformation and technology innovation, shaping the strategy for data and AI to unlock new opportunities for growth and efficiency. He spearheaded an award-winning tech project recognized at the Asian Power Awards, demonstrating his ability to deliver impactful, scalable solutions. A strong advocate for open-source technologies, Sam brings innovative tools to enterprise applications, ensuring they are both robust and future-ready.

Sneha is a skilled software engineer with two years of experience, currently working at Swiggy in the Vendor Engineering department. She specializes in quality assurance and automation testing, with expertise in tools like Appium, WebdriverIO, Playwright, and Postman. Her past experience includes working at CloudDefense.AI, Morgan Stanley, and Wingify, where she honed her skills in software development, cloud security, and testing.

In addition to her engineering role, Sneha is an active content creator on LinkedIn, where she simplifies complex technology concepts, shares insights on career growth, and educates her audience on the latest tech trends. Her content reflects her passion for making technology accessible and useful for a wider audience.

With a strong technical foundation and a dedication to continuous learning, Sneha is a dynamic professional committed to advancing the tech ecosystem through both her work and her content.

Sony Valdez has been programming for over 30 years. Professionally, he's a backend developer who specializes in scaling and performance.

He is one of Python.Ph's founders. Over the years, he has given numerous Python talks and workshops around the country.

During talks, he has a Luchador persona called MrValdez. While Luchadores are known for physical wrestling, MrValdez came from a world where they perform as programmers. Having accidentally transported here by a strange Python program, MrValdez hopes to one day return to his reality.

He is mostly harmless.

Takanori is a Chairperson of PyCon JP Association.
Worked as a PyCon JP organizer since PyCon mini JP in January 2011 and has been the Co-Chair of PyCon JP 2024.
He is also a director of BeProud Inc., and his title is "Python Climber".
Currently he teaches Python to beginners as a lecturer at Python Boot Camp all over Japan.
In addition, he published several Python books.

He plays trumpet, climbs boulder, loves Lego, ferrets and craft beer.

Takayuki Shimizukawa is a member and IT Architect at BeProud Inc. He also serves as the Accounting Director at the PyCon JP Association and is a Sphinx maintainer. In addition, he organizes Python mini hackathons and Sphinx-Users.jp.

• SNS
• http://www.linkedin.com/in/shimizukawa
• @shimizukawa.bsky.social
• https://x.com/shimizukawa
• Web: https://about.me/shimizukawa

Full Stack Developer with 7 years of experience, specializing in JavaScript, Node.js (Microservices), and TypeScript, with exposure to React, Angular, and Vue.js. An active volunteer coach in Django Girls to help women in programming.

Wei Lee is an open-source ethicist. He is currently an Apache Airflow committer, a maintainer of commitizen-tools, and a PyCon Taiwan volunteer. As a lazy engineer, Wei is passionate about automating tasks using Python. When he is not working, Wei enjoys exploring the world through travel. Attending PyCon events gives him the perfect opportunity to do so. Wei has already attended PyCon TW 🇹🇼, PyCon US 🇺🇸, PyCon JP 🇯🇵, PyCon CA 🇨🇦, Euro Python 🇪🇺 (remotely 🥲) and Remote Python Pizza 🍕 (remotely 🥲).

Personal Website: https://weilee.me
Twitter: @clleew

Data scientist

Younggun Kim is a PSF Fellow and a startup CTO from South Korea. He loves making things with computers and he loves people making things with computers as well.

Also, he is well known for having a maximum unsigned sense of coding humor +1. Occasionally, he prefixes his age with '0x', cleverly using hexadecimal notation to rejuvenate himself.

In 2014, Younggun founded PyCon Korea alongside amazing community members in Korea. He served as the first Asian board director of the PSF in 2016.

Yu Saito is currently working as a Technical Specialist for Azure at Microsoft Japan. Prior to joining Microsoft, Yu was a graduate student specializing in bioinformatics. During this time, he developed machine learning models to accelerate molecular dynamics simulations. This experience sparked his interest in Python, which continues to be a key area of expertise.