Career Show Tech 2023 Programme

Day 1 | 29 November

18 May 2023

Nikolai Stoitsev

Nikolai Stoitsev

Senior Engineering Manager
HALO Precision Diagnostics
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18 May 2023
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10:00
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Bulgarian
How and why to manage your manager

This session will help you build a better partnership with your engineering manager in 3 ways. First, you'll understand what your manager does all day. Second, you'll learn how you can manage him. And third, you'll understand that no one person can manage you in the perfect way and what you can do about it.

soft skills
management

Moe Sani

Moe Sani

Lead Embedded Software Engineer
Dyson
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18 May 2023
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11:00
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English
Machine learning on connected embedded devices

In this talk, Moe will discuss the exciting possibilities of implementing machine learning algorithms on small, connected embedded devices, such as in smart homes, wearable devices, and industrial automation. He will highlight the opportunities, as well as the challenges that come with this, given the devices' limited processing power and memory capacity.

By the end of this talk, you will have a better understanding of the possibilities of implementing machine learning on connected embedded devices. You will have new insights about the strategies and considerations necessary to develop efficient algorithms and models, and optimize the performance on these devices.

MACHINE LEARNING
IoT

Lennart Schwung

Lennart Schwung

Team Lead Data Analytics
Holidu
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18 May 2023
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12:00
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English
A hitchhiker's guide to the data jungle: growth, skills & trends

For Lennart, it is only when he looks back and reflects on his career in Data Analytics, that he can connect the dots. His path was not what he was planning from the beginning. Lennart will talk about the projects and experiences that provided him with the largest leaps forward. He will share what companies look for when they hire Data Analysts, as well as where he believes data skill set trends are headed.

data analytics
skills

Bogdana Boncheva

Bogdana Boncheva

Co-organiser & Local Leader
Women in Agile Bulgaria
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18 May 2023
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13:00
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English
How side projects drive your career forward

You don't need to know your final destination when starting your career journey. It was side projects that helped Bogdana navigate her professional path. Join her talk to explore how to recognize the opportunities that will reveal your full potential and land you a career that makes you happy.

Career development
non-technical roles

Carlos Mota

Carlos Mota

Android Tech Lead & KMP Architect
AVANCEESoftware
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18 May 2023
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14:00
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English
A composable new world: your first steps with Compose

Get ready to meet Jetpack Compose, Android's toolkit for building native UI, up close. It's time to jump into the UI declarative world and reform the XML and all of the `findViewById` calls that exist scattered throughout the code. Join Carlos in this talk to see the first steps into this composable new world and build your first app with Compose!

mobile development

Kristina Eskenazi

Kristina Eskenazi

Chairwoman of Managing Board
Health & Life Sciences Cluster Bulgaria
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18 May 2023
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15:00
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Bulgarian
How new technologies are changing the way we work and our career development

Join this session to learn how technology is affecting various industries and how you can adapt to these changes to stay relevant in your career. We will explore the various challenges and opportunities that arise from the technological transformation, including the potential for increased efficiency, productivity, and innovation.

Kristina will talk about the need for humans to balance their skills and strengths with those of machines and how this can lead to new and exciting career opportunities. She will look at the potential risks and challenges associated with this transformation, such as job displacement and the need for reskilling and upskilling.

Career development
innovation

Ales Baranek

Ales Baranek

ICT Sourcing Director
KBC Global Services
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18 May 2023
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16:00
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English
Remote work: Is it a dream or a nightmare to have your office in your bag?

In this session, Ales will share some of his rich professional experience about the pros and cons of a flexible workplace. He will cover the current trends in this area, how they are changing and what are some of the best practices in flexible working.

Industry trends
remote work

Oana Florescu

Oana Florescu

Engineering Leader
YouTube
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18 May 2023
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17:00
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English
Academia or industry - how I chose my career path

At the beginning of her career, Oana found herself at this exact crossroad: academia or industry. In this talk, YouTube's Engineering Lead will share with you how she navigated this dilemma, what she factored into her decision, what she learned in academia, and how she used that to set herself up for success in the corporate world.

Career development

19 May 2023

Ivaylo Vrabchev

Ivaylo Vrabchev

Principal Cloud Architect & Country Manager
Phi Partners
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19 May 2023
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10:00
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Bulgarian
From zero to cloud hero and beyond: career development with cloud technologies

By 2026, 45% of enterprise IT budgets will be spent on cloud services. Ivaylo will tell you how you can develop your career as a cloud expert and benefit from the growing demand for such professionals. In this session you will learn more about the work of professionals in this field, the positions available and the skills required.

Career development
cloud engineering

Tomas Mikula

Tomas Mikula

Senior Frontend Engineer
Brandwatch
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19 May 2023
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11:00
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English
Blockchain web development on Ethereum

Blockchain technology has become synonymous with cryptocurrencies and token crowd sales. However, there are a variety of blockchain applications that could be applied to web development. Blockchain technology is one of the latest trends in the web development industry. In this talk, we will look at the general architecture of blockchain web applications, and how you can create your own!

BLOCKCHAIN
web development

Aniela Crisan

Aniela Crisan

VP of Engineering
OLX Group
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19 May 2023
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12:00
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English
Where do women engineers fail in the interview process?

The tech industry is dominated by men. As a female engineering leader, Aniela always wanted to have more female engineers and managers working in her team. But somehow OLX weren't hiring a lot and the reason was because women were not passing the interviews. They ran a due diligence to find out where women were failing during the interview process. Aniela will share the findings and the measures that can be taken to enable women's success in interviews.

job interviews
IT careers

Veselin Georgiev

Veselin Georgiev

Country Leader
Binance
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19 May 2023
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13:00
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Bulgarian
WEB 3.0: Principles of success in a highly productive environment

Veselin will dismantle some of the myths about working in web 3. He will talk about what it's like to be part of a startup with 8000 people and why Binance choose the path of controlled chaos. You will learn what are some efficient problem-solving methods in a highly dynamic environment; is internal competition a bad thing; and when the team should come before the individual. Last but not least, Veselin will reveal some "behind the scenes" details from Binance by talking about the hiring principles the company follows.

web3
productivity
work culture

Mihai Raneti

Mihai Raneti

Founder & CEO
CyberSwarm
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19 May 2023
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14:00
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English
Embracing creativity: the key to thriving in a world of automation and machine learning

As technology continues to advance, the impact on people's lives and careers is becoming more apparent. We will delve into the fascinating world of neuromorphic technology and how it is evolving alongside AI to shape the future. You will gain insights into the benefits and limitations of AI, how it is already being used in various industries, and what the future holds for this rapidly evolving technology. This talk will focus on the importance of courage and creativity in navigating the changing landscape of work and thriving in an era of AI.

AI
innovation

Stoyan Angelov

Stoyan Angelov

Founder & CEO
Evedo
🗓️
19 May 2023
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15:00
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Bulgarian
Working in Web3: Myth or Reality?

Join Stoyan's session to find out if it's possible to work entirely in Web3 and how it will change the way we work. The founder of Evedo will talk about what Web3 involves and how you can get the most out of this yet-to-emerge innovative industry.

Industry trends
web3

Federico Navarrete

Federico Navarrete

Software Architect & Delivery Manager
Ericsson
🗓️
19 May 2023
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16:00
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English
No-code and you! The future of software development

Have you ever dreamed of creating a fantastic app? Maybe the next Uber Eats? But sadly, it was just a dream, because you don't really know how to build apps?

It's time to level up your skills and learn how to create your first app with no code. You might be asking yourself if it is possible to create an Android app with no coding skills. If so, join Federico's talk to learn exactly how you can do this. Get ready to become a part of the next IT revolution and become a Citizen Developer!

app development
no code

Plamen Andonov

Plamen Andonov

Founder
Crypto Revolution
🗓️
19 May 2023
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17:00
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Bulgarian
Career opportunities in the bitcoin ecosystem

Learn about the various career opportunities available within the Bitcoin and cryptocurrency industry. Plamen will present the diverse companies and institutions operating within the Bitcoin ecosystem, including exchanges, miners, infrastructure developers, influencers, open source contributors, wallet providers, payment processors, custodians, research firms, and media outlets. He will explore the roles and functions of each, and how they contribute to the overall development and adoption of cryptocurrencies. By the end of the presentation, you will know more about the career prospects within the industry, and the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in this rapidly evolving space.

Career development
crypto
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