John Willis has been a leader in the DevOps community since the onset. He was the only American at the first DevOps Day in Ghent and was co-organizer of the first US-based DevOpsDays. He is also the co-author of the “Devops Handbook” along with authors Gene Kim and Jez Humble and the upcoming “Beyond the Phoenix Project” co-authored with Gene Kim.
Keynote Title: DevOps - Learning from Experience and Bridging the Gap with Network Engineering
Keynote Abstract: DevOps has become a pivotal methodology in the contemporary digital landscape, transforming how organizations handle software development and deployment. This session aims to examine the journey of DevOps, emphasizing the practical insights gained over time and pinpointing areas where further action is needed. Additionally, it explores the intersection between DevOps and network engineering, highlighting opportunities for network engineers to adopt DevOps practices to optimize their infrastructure. By participating in this session, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the DevOps journey, its lessons, and its ongoing evolution. They will also explore how network engineering can adopt DevOps practices to enhance the robustness and efficiency of network infrastructure. Organizations can navigate the dynamic digital landscape with this knowledge effectively. We'd like to join us in looking at the intersection of DevOps and network engineering and identifying areas for improvement.
