Wondering if physical events are still worth it in the post-pandemic era? Tech Show London and five co-hosted events last month suggest they definitely are. doing.
Boasting over 22,500 attendees, this year’s event brings together Cloud Expo Europe, DevOps Live, Cloud & Cyber Security Expo, Big Data & AI World, and Data Center World into one remarkable and knowledgeable conference Combined to break previous records.
1) Develop for portability
Bias aside, our Develop for Portability session was outstanding, with great feedback from the crowd.
Our Solutions Engineering Manager, Billy Thompson, took it to the core that businesses don’t have to be locked into costly proprietary managed services from providers like AWS.
Enterprises can leverage open source tools to adopt a multi-cloud strategy, move between providers to “squeeze the juice”, and create truly portable applications that ensure optimal fit and value.
Watch Billy’s full talk below (reporting bonuses and “Deep Dive” here).
2) Dealing with lack of technical skills
Given the mass layoffs of tech talent and its impact on the workforce, it’s no surprise that tech skills shortages have gotten a lot of attention.
key message in a topical lecture The changing economy meant it was harder for big tech companies to retain talent, and there was an abundance of skilled workers in the market. As a result, recruiting talent becomes more difficult and employees hesitate to change jobs due to uncertainty. Additionally, the high salary expectations set by large tech companies make it difficult for startups to offer competitive compensation.
3) Responsible Artificial Intelligence
With the headline-stealing ChatGPT, AI is definitely everywhere and affects us all to some extent. But with great power comes great responsibility.
Tech Show London emphasized the need for ethical AI deployment and emphasized transparency, fairness and accountability. As IT businesses create AI-driven solutions, it’s important to prioritize data privacy, security, and regulatory compliance.
4) Secure your cloud infrastructure
As more companies adopt cloud computing, securing cloud infrastructure remains a top concern for IT service providers.
The Cloud & Cyber Security Expo showcased the latest advances in cloud security and covered strategies for securing multi-cloud environments and implementing concepts such as Zero Trust architectures. Protecting data and applications in the cloud is more important than ever.
5) Realization of sustainable human existence on Mars
The conference was buzzing with innovations and ideas, including discussions on some distant topics such as sustainable human presence on Mars.
While seemingly irrelevant to the IT business, this is a powerful testament to the transformative potential of technology. In this industry, embracing breakthrough technology and fostering a culture of innovation are essential to maintaining the competitive edge of your business.
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Tech Show London 2023 was a truly unforgettable experience. Highly recommended as a wise investment of your time.
Filled with innovative ideas and thought-provoking conversations, these topics will undoubtedly shape the future of development practices. Keep an eye out for these trends and have fun creating until next time! What’s next? Kubecon EU 2023. See the full schedule of events here.