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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Jan de Vries, the Community Team Manager at Mendix. Jan leads efforts to expand and strengthen the Mendix Community by spearheading various community initiatives. Together with his team of community managers, they drive success through meetups, MVP programs, hackathons, training sessions, certifications, and global events. Their mission is to empower developers, enhance customer satisfaction, and foster a thriving community worldwide.
In this episode, they discuss:
ππ½ The importance of Community in Mendix's strategy
ππ½ Expanding the Mendix community globally through partnerships
ππ½ The value of meetups in knowledge sharing and networking
ππ½ Establishing regional communities to cater to specific needs
ππ½ The importance of building and maintaining relationships
ππ½ Future plans for the Mendix communityTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Mendix MVP Bartosz Hetmanski. Bart's passion for IT began at a young age, sparked by having a computer at home and influenced by his father's work as a developer. His first encounter with low-code came in 2008 while using Salesforce. He later transitioned to a high-code role using Java, but ultimately returned to low-code, discovering Mendix in 2017. Since then, Bart has become a key figure in the Polish Mendix community.
In this episode, they discuss:
ππ½ Introduction to Low Code platforms
ππ½ Highlighting Mendixβs impressive features
ππ½ Exploring Mendixβs AI Capabilities
ππ½ Expanding the Mendix Community in Poland
ππ½ Addressing skepticism and adopting Low Code
ππ½ Envisioning the future of Low Code and AITHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Mohammed Abulhaija, an OutSystems Champion and Regional Growth Manager at Novigo Solutions in Saudi Arabia. After completing his MBA, Mohammed moved to KSA, where he held various roles, including Oracle Developer, Project Manager, and Business Analyst. His career then took him across multiple countries before he settled back in Saudi Arabia in 2019. It was here that he discovered Low-Code and OutSystems, and since then, he has become a key figure in the KSA OutSystems community. He is also the proud author of the first-ever Arabic book on OutSystems.
In this episode, they discuss:ππ½ Why he moved from Jordan to KSA
ππ½ How the low-code community in KSA has grown rapidly
ππ½ OutSystems standing out for its focus on developer experience
ππ½ OutSystems AI capabilities
ππ½ Driving Digital Transformation in the GCC with Low-Code
ππ½ Selecting the Right Platform and Partner for Low-Code SuccessTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Mendix MVP Γmer KafaoΔlu. Γmer was first introduced to Mendix while working as a student employee at SAP. His manager asked him to explore the platform, and he quickly became captivated by its potential. So much so that before starting his full-time role at SAP, he spent three months learning Mendix on his own. Today, Γmer is the founder of Low Code X, where he assists SAP customers on their S/4HANA journey, ensuring a smooth implementation and rollout using Low Code.
In this episode, they discuss:
ππ½ Initial Impressions of Mendix
ππ½ Benefits of Mendix for SAP Customers
ππ½ Key Features of the Mendix platform
ππ½ Spreading the word and becoming an MVP
ππ½ Skeptics testing Low-Code platforms
ππ½ Developing a Low-Code Community and Training in GermanyTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with OutSystems MVP, Afonso Carvalho. After a year of working with Java, Afonso considered leaving the tech industry to pursue his second passion: working with animals. However, a college friend introduced him to OutSystems. Initially, Afonso was unimpressed, dismissing the platform as too simple and basic to create anything substantial. But at his friend's insistence, he took a closer look. After building his first application, Afonso was convinced of its potential and decided to fully embrace a career as an OutSystems developer.
In this episode, they discuss:
ππ½ Being introduced to computers at a young age.
ππ½ Frustrations of working with Java.
ππ½ Discovering OutSystems and first impressions.
ππ½ Benefits of learning from a Senior rather than self-learning.
ππ½ Benefits of the OutSystems platform.
ππ½ Aspirations and Involvement in the OutSystems Community.THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Sunny Badwal, Digital Technical Specialist at Rolls-Royce. In 2020, Rolls-Royce Digital identified a rising need to explore low-code solutions. After careful consideration, they chose Power Platform due to its strong compatibility with their existing tools, initially building applications for engine build delays and shift handovers. As part of their ongoing growth, they are now in the discovery phase of incorporating Mendix to enhance integration with their Siemens toolsets.
In this episode, they discuss:ππ½ Discovering his passion for technology at a young age.
ππ½ Joining Rolls-Royce and adopting Power Platform.
ππ½ Exploring Mendix as an additional tool to integrate with Siemens toolsets.
ππ½ Mendix and Power Platform serving different purposes and not being competitors.
ππ½ Building a Learning Academy for Citizen Developers.
ππ½ Responsible AI Usage at Rolls-Royce.THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Bruce Buttles, the CEO of Emids Low-Code. Bruce, a software engineer at heart, brings a wealth of experience across multiple industries and is particularly well-known in the low-code space for his role in introducing OutSystems to Humana, a top-five U.S. healthcare company.
Earlier this year, Bruce joined Emids Low-Code with the aim of expanding their innovative work across various industries to a broader customer base. To achieve this, they have diversified their offerings beyond OutSystems to include several leading low-code platforms. Emids Low-Code positions itself as "low-code sherpas," guiding customers through the complex low-code landscape to find the right solutions.
In this episode, they discuss:
ππ½ Initial skepticism towards Low Code
ππ½ Introducing OutSystems to Humana
ππ½ Challenges of convincing others about Low Code
ππ½ The Future of Low Code and the Role of AI
ππ½ Objectives at Emids Low Code
ππ½ Diversifying into other Low Code platformsTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Laura Hopkinson from OutSystems. Laura is a Senior Partner Alliance Leader, focusing on the federal government in the United States and collaborating with some of the worldβs largest systems integrators and 8a partners that have significant federal business practices.
Laura's career began when she was recruited by the federal government. She spent nearly a decade with the Department of Defense and the Department of the Air Force before transitioning to various high-tech startups, where she specialized in selling to the federal government.
In this episode, they discuss:
ππ½ The shift in perception of Low Code
ππ½ Digital Transformation in the Federal Government
ππ½ Partnerships and collaboration in the Federal Ecosystem
ππ½ The intersection of Low Code and AI
ππ½ Innovating citizen-facing experiencesTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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50-100 Hours vs. 700-1000 Hours: Whatβs Your Preference?
This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Mitchel Mol, one of the latest MVPs from Mendix and Co-Owner at Blue Green Solutions. Mitchel is a developer with 18 years of experience, having started his career with high-code before transitioning to low-code. As someone who has greatly benefited from the Mendix community, Mitchel is passionate about giving back through training, meetups, and his monthly Mendix Ignite LinkedIn newsletter.In this episode, they discuss:
ππ½ Advantages of Low Code Development
ππ½ Transition to Blue Green Solutions
ππ½ Emphasis on Unit Testing and Knowledge Sharing
ππ½ The Future of Low Code and AI
ππ½ High Code vs. Low Code Communities
ππ½ Aspirations for Blue Green SolutionsTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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Ever wondered how OutSystems leverages its own platform?
This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Eliot Cohen, the Director of Digital Transformation at OutSystems. Eliot leads the integration of digital technologies at OutSystems, utilizing platforms like Salesforce, NetSuite, and custom-built solutions. He discusses his strategies for optimizing these platforms to maximize their effectiveness, which in turn drives business success. Eliot also emphasizes the innovative integration of OutSystems solutions, enhancing the performance, speed, and efficiency of these systems, thereby significantly boosting their overall productivity.
In this episode, they discuss:
ππ½ Elliot's journey to OutSystems.
ππ½ The transformational potential of OutSystems.
ππ½ The power of Low-Code and AI.
ππ½ Success stories with the OutSystems platform.
ππ½ AI-Infused solutions at OutSystems.
ππ½ Addressing skepticism and building awareness.
ππ½ Future plans and exciting developments.THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Mike Tarentino, who leads the Digital Business Advisory practice for Mendix in North America. His team assists customers in adopting the platform while aligning it with their broader strategic goals. They work closely with clients to identify the right KPIs, establish a solid foundation, and ensure the selection of applications that will yield a positive ROI from the platform.
In this episode, they discuss:
ππ½ First Impressions of Mendix.
ππ½ Impact of Siemens' Acquisition of Mendix.
ππ½ Building Customer Confidence Amid Skepticism.
ππ½ Overcoming Resistance from Traditional Development Teams.
ππ½ The Future of Low-Code Platforms and AI Integration.
ππ½ Upcoming Innovations and Strategic Focus Areas for Mendix.THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with OutSystems Solutions Architect, Andrew Borthwick. Born in Scotland, Andy has lived in several countries, including the USA, France, and England, before deciding to settle in Northern Ireland. After working in various IT roles, he first learned about OutSystems five years ago while working for Neueda (now Version 1). Initially expecting limitations, he was surprised by the platform's capabilities and saw its potential benefits for their customers. Now at Bridgeall, Andy is eager to help expand their OutSystems offerings in Scotland.
In this episode, they discuss:
ππ½ Andy's travels and early career at P&G.
ππ½ Customer success story using OutSystems.
ππ½ How well graduates adapt to OutSystems compared to experienced developers.
ππ½ The unique strengths of the OutSystems platform.
ππ½ The benefits of AI-assisted development with OutSystems.
ππ½ Efforts to increase OutSystems awareness in Scotland.THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Mendix Expert and MVP, JΓ©rΓ©mie Degrave. JΓ©rΓ©mie's journey into the IT world began early, influenced by his father's career at IBM. After travelling across three continents, he joined Ordina, where he first encountered Mendix. Impressed by the platform, he signed up and embarked on the learning path within a week.
Now, five years later, JΓ©rΓ©mie is a driving force in the Mendix community in Belgium.
In this episode, they discuss:
ππ½ His first impressions of the Mendix platform.
ππ½ Mendixβs global reach.
ππ½ Building a local community in Belgium.
ππ½ Requesting Mendix to develop an AI tool for documenting complete logic processes.
ππ½ The adoption of low-code solutions by Belgian companies.
ππ½ His goal to support non-profit organizations using his Mendix expertise.THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Helena Lameiro, an OutSystems MVP and Expert Engineer at NTT Data Portugal. After spending over 15 years in pharmacy, Helena encountered health issues that led her to consider a career change. She enrolled in a challenging OutSystems training program, designed for only the top performers to secure a job at the end. Helena excelled in the program and was offered a position at NTT Data. Since then, she has progressed from a junior developer to an expert developer. Her journey is an inspiring story for anyone contemplating a career change or transitioning to low-code development.
In this episode, they discuss:
ππ½ Transitioning from Pharmacy to IT.
ππ½ Advice for New Developers Entering Low-Code Development.
ππ½ Challenges New Developers Face in the Job Market.
ππ½ Joining OutSystems User Groups in Australia.
ππ½ Views on Low-Code and AI.
ππ½ Advantages for Traditional Developers Using OutSystems.THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Simone Mink, the Digital Execution Practice Lead at Mendix. After spending five years in traditional development, Simone wanted to stay in tech but explore a new path. This desire led her to join Mendix over eight years ago. In her current role, she creates thought leadership content such as playbooks, articles, and innovative programs to bolster sales and promote widespread adoption. She also focuses on effectively integrating DEP (Digital Execution Practice), Mendix's methodology for digital transformation, into the platform and for their customers.
In this episode, they discuss:
ππ½ How she became a proficient coder without any prior IT experience.
ππ½ Joining Mendix after initially being skeptical of Low Code.
ππ½ Digital transformation through the lens of Low Code.
ππ½ Mendix's digital transformation initiatives.
ππ½ Challenges customers face in their digital transformation journey.
ππ½ Creating awareness for Women in Tech, LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity.THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Kyle Dumont, Senior Director of Digital Transformation and User Experience at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP. Founded in 1873, Morgan Lewis is a global law firm with 31 offices across the United States, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. With more than 2,200 lawyers and specialists, the firm offers comprehensive corporate, transactional, litigation, and regulatory services to various industries.
In this episode, they delve into:
ππ½ Early career challenges and the decision to return to studies.
ππ½ Morgan Lewis' distinctive approach to helping its attorneys stand out.
ππ½ The strategy and thought process behind partnering with OutSystems.
ππ½ The details of the implementation.
ππ½ How itβs changed the landscape for customers.
ππ½ The firmβs AI approach.
ππ½ The benefits of Low Code for other businesses.THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Donald Monpas, Principal OutSystems Architect at Wodify. After several years as a traditional programmer, Don was introduced to OutSystems by his boss at the time. Initially, he was unimpressed, feeling that the platform lacked the control he was used to. However, when he was assigned to an OutSystems project in 2017, he discovered the platform's extensive capabilities. This in-depth experience changed his perspective, making him appreciate the flexibility and power of the platform.
In this episode, they delve into:ππ½ Composting and playground park crawls with his kids.
ππ½ First impression of the OutSystems platform.
ππ½ Favourite features of the platform.
ππ½ Preferred ways to use AI.
ππ½ Advice for junior developers using AI.
ππ½ Most interesting projects he has been involved in.
ππ½ Why traditional developers should consider OutSystems.THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Hamzah Asmall, General Manager: Digitalisation at Al Baraka Bank South Africa. Al Baraka Bank is a subsidiary of Bahrain-based Al Baraka Group, a global leader in Islamic banking. Islamic banking offers alternatives to traditional banking, emphasizing risk-sharing, transparency, integrity, and social responsibility. Unlike conventional banks, Islamic banks operate as traders, investors, leasers, and service providers to their clients.
In this episode, they delve into:
ππ½ Identifying the key drivers for change
ππ½ Why Low Code emerged as a solution.
ππ½ Evaluating the vendor selection process and the decision to choose Mendix.
ππ½ Detailing the implementation process.
ππ½ Addressing resistance from traditional developers towards Low Code.
ππ½ Key Mendix features that have benefited the business.
ππ½ Developing knowledge bots with Generative AI.THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Andreia TulcidΓ‘s, Community Engagement Lead at OutSystems. Over the past five and a half years, Andreia has been an integral part of the OutSystems Community Team. In her role, she oversees a team dedicated to fostering strong connections with the developer community, ensuring their ongoing excitement and motivation in their journey with OutSystems. Additionally, Andreia has played a pivotal role in orchestrating beloved events such as the One Conference held across various regions in 2023, and the eagerly anticipated upcoming event in Amsterdam in 2024.
In this episode, they delve into:
ππ½ Andreia's journey into Community Engagement.
ππ½ The integral role of Community in OutSystems' Mission and Values.
ππ½ The advantages of Community Engagement for OutSystems and its users.
ππ½ Navigating the transition from in-person to remote events amid the pandemic.
ππ½ A sneak peek into what's in store for Developer Days & One Conference this year.
ππ½ Valuable insights for those interested in pursuing a career in Community Engagement.THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Richard Tilbury, Director of Development at Personal Group. Personal Group specializes in offering benefits and services geared towards enhancing employee health, wellbeing, and engagement through their award-winning platform, Hapi.
Richard is also a key member of the London OutSystems User Group which has led to him becoming an OutSystems Champion for his contribution to the community.
In this episode, they delve into:
ππ½ The rationale behind selecting Low Code for developing Hapi.
ππ½ The decision-making process that led to choosing OutSystems as the platform.
ππ½ The hurdles encountered in persuading developers to embrace Low Code methodology.
ππ½ Evaluating both the challenges and successes experienced with Hapi.
ππ½ Highlighting the standout features within the platform.
ππ½ Perspectives on the comparison between Traditional Development and Low Code approaches.THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC STAFFING.
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