About
Highly accomplished Sr Developer Relations professional with over two decades of experience driving technological innovation, continuous integration, and process optimization. Proven expertise in fostering developer communities, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and delivering high-impact solutions across complex ecosystems. Eager to leverage deep technical knowledge and leadership to contribute to future-forward projects and drive significant developer engagement.
Work
Developer Ecosystem (devEco)
|Core Community Member
Global, Remote, ZZ
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Summary
Actively contributes to the Developer Ecosystem (devEco) as a Core Community Member, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing within the global developer community.
Highlights
Engaged with a global developer community as a Core Community Member of devEco, contributing to ecosystem growth and knowledge exchange initiatives.
Participated in strategic discussions and initiatives to enhance developer experience and platform adoption.
Supported community-driven projects and initiatives, leveraging expertise in developer advocacy and open-source collaboration.
Jenkins project
|Sr Developer Relations
Global, Remote, ZZ
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Summary
Led strategic initiatives and community engagement as Sr Developer Relations for the Jenkins project, driving platform evolution and developer adoption.
Highlights
Co-led the Platform Special Interest Group (SIG), guiding strategic development and community direction for the Jenkins ecosystem.
Administered and mentored participants for Google Summer of Code, fostering new talent and contributing to open-source project development.
Consistently contributed to the Jenkins project, enhancing core functionalities and supporting community-driven improvements and releases.
Drove initiatives for Jenkins plugin modernization and automation of build metadata updates using OpenRewrite, improving ecosystem efficiency and maintainability.
Developed and documented Docker-based Jenkins quickstart examples, simplifying setup for new users and enhancing developer onboarding experience.
CloudBees
|Sr Developer Relations
Global, Remote, ZZ
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Summary
Served as Sr Developer Relations at CloudBees, driving engagement and advocacy for Jenkins-related solutions and continuous integration practices.
Highlights
Provided strategic developer advocacy for CloudBees products, aligning with Jenkins ecosystem advancements and community needs.
Collaborated with product teams to translate developer feedback into actionable improvements, enhancing user experience and adoption rates.
Contributed to thought leadership and technical content creation, positioning CloudBees as a leader in CI/CD and DevOps solutions.
Université d'Artois
|Lecturer, Jean Perrin Faculty
Lens, Hauts-de-France, France
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Summary
Delivered specialized modules on DevOps for Docker to M2 ILI students, enhancing practical industry skills and theoretical understanding.
Highlights
Designed and delivered comprehensive DevOps modules for Docker, instructing Master 2 ILI students in advanced containerization and CI/CD practices.
Educated and mentored graduate-level students, preparing them for industry challenges in modern software development and deployment.
Developed curriculum and practical exercises focused on real-world DevOps implementation, fostering hands-on learning and critical thinking.
Google Summer of Code
|Mentor
Global, Remote, ZZ
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Summary
Mentored participants in Google Summer of Code, guiding the development of open-source projects and fostering new talent in the tech community.
Highlights
Mentored participants on projects like 'Docker-based Jenkins quickstart examples,' simplifying Jenkins adoption for new users.
Provided technical guidance and support to mentees, ensuring successful project completion and skill development within a 7-month timeframe.
Contributed to the open-source community by facilitating knowledge transfer and encouraging future contributions to critical projects.
Université d'Artois
|Lecturer, Jean Perrin Faculty
Lens, Hauts-de-France, France
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Summary
Delivered specialized modules on DevOps for Docker to M2 ILI students, enhancing practical industry skills and theoretical understanding.
Highlights
Designed and delivered comprehensive DevOps modules for Docker, instructing Master 2 ILI students in advanced containerization and CI/CD practices.
Educated and mentored graduate-level students, preparing them for industry challenges in modern software development and deployment.
Developed curriculum and practical exercises focused on real-world DevOps implementation, fostering hands-on learning and critical thinking.
Google Summer of Code
|Mentor
Global, Remote, ZZ
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Summary
Mentored participants in Google Summer of Code, guiding the development of open-source projects and fostering new talent in the tech community.
Highlights
Mentored participants on projects like 'Docker-based Jenkins quickstart examples,' simplifying Jenkins adoption for new users.
Provided technical guidance and support to mentees, ensuring successful project completion and skill development within a 7-month timeframe.
Contributed to the open-source community by facilitating knowledge transfer and encouraging future contributions to critical projects.
Worldline Global
|Developer Advocate/Hacker in Residence/Senior Expert
Seclin, Hauts-de-France, France
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Summary
Led mobile developer community engagement and advanced CI/CD solutions as a Developer Advocate and Senior Expert at Worldline Global for over 4 years.
Highlights
Animated the international Mobile developer community, fostering engagement and knowledge sharing among global teams.
Developed and implemented a comprehensive continuous integration solution for Android and iOS development, leveraging Docker, ESXi, Ansible, and GitLab CI to streamline workflows.
Created and managed an Android terminal farm using DeviceFarmer on ARM SBCs, significantly enhancing mobile testing capabilities and efficiency.
Managed critical CI infrastructure and event platform hosting, ensuring high availability and performance for key development activities.
Delivered international presentations on Edge Computing, CI, and Android development, establishing thought leadership and enhancing brand visibility, earning recognition as a Mobile expert (2018) and Senior Expert in 'Hardware and Embedded' (2021).
Worldline Global
|Senior Software Engineer/Trainer/CI/CD Specialist
Seclin, Hauts-de-France, France
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Summary
Designed and implemented CI/CD solutions and provided expert training as a Senior Software Engineer at Worldline Global for over 3 years.
Highlights
Developed robust software solutions utilizing Tapestry and OWASP principles, ensuring secure and high-quality application delivery.
Created a virtual Android terminal farm based on Android-X86, enhancing and standardizing testing environments for mobile applications.
Designed and implemented a Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) solution for Android/iOS using Jenkins CI, significantly improving deployment efficiency and reducing manual effort.
Trained development teams in advanced Java and Android development practices, elevating internal technical capabilities and project outcomes.
Worldline Global
|Senior Software Engineer/Trainer
Seclin, Hauts-de-France, France
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Summary
Contributed to internal web framework development and provided specialized Java training as a Senior Software Engineer at Worldline Global for nearly 5 years.
Highlights
Participated in the development of a critical internal Java web framework, enhancing company-wide application infrastructure and scalability.
Developed a robust document conversion server based on JodConverter, improving document processing capabilities and efficiency across the organization.
Provided expert training in Java, XML/XSLT, and Web technologies (frameworks, HTML/CSS/JS) to internal teams, fostering skill development and project consistency.
Worldline Global
|Java Software Developer/Trainer
Seclin, Hauts-de-France, France
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Summary
Developed and maintained internal Java web frameworks and delivered comprehensive training on Java technologies as a Software Developer at Worldline Global for nearly 10 years.
Highlights
Refactored and enhanced an internal Java-based web framework using SSJS, significantly improving performance and maintainability for enterprise applications.
Trained professionals in core Java technologies, including ORM, EJBs, XML/XSLT, Web, HTML/CSS, significantly boosting team expertise and project delivery.
Contributed to the full software development lifecycle, from design to implementation and support for various enterprise applications.
Supported the adoption of new Java-based tools and methodologies, ensuring the team remained at the forefront of technology.
Education
Université Lille I
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DESS IAGL (Diplôme d'Études Supérieures Spécialisées)
Artificial Intelligence and Software Engineering
Awards
Atos Expert Community Member
Awarded By
Atos
Recognized for significant contributions and expertise within the Atos technical community.
Worldline Expert Track Member
Awarded By
Worldline Global
Acknowledged for deep technical expertise and leadership within Worldline's specialized expert track.
CorpoGarden: Worldline réalise votre Rêve (Innovation Project)
Awarded By
Worldline Global
Participated in or led an innovative project recognized by Worldline Global, demonstrating creative problem-solving and contribution to internal initiatives.
Repair IT: Worldline réalise votre Rêve (Innovation Project)
Awarded By
Worldline Global
Contributed to an internal innovation project focused on IT repair solutions, demonstrating initiative and technical ingenuity.
Senior Expert (Hardware and Embedded)
Awarded By
Worldline Global
Designated as a Senior Expert in Hardware and Embedded systems, recognizing profound knowledge and influence in the field.
Mobile Expert
Awarded By
Worldline Global
Recognized as a Mobile expert for significant contributions and leadership in mobile development technologies.
Publications
Languages
French
English
Certificates
Permaculture Design Certificate
Persuader et convaincre: Travailler son accroche lors d'une prise de parole (Public Speaking Training)
Persuader et convaincre: 6 outils pour garder l'attention de votre auditoire (Public Speaking Training)
Adoptium Summit 2024 Speaker
Issued By
Adoptium
Speaker - Continuous Delivery Mini Summit 2024
Issued By
Continuous Delivery Foundation
Skills
Developer Relations
Community Building, Developer Advocacy, Ecosystem Growth, Technical Evangelism, Content Creation, Public Speaking.
CI/CD & DevOps
Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, DevOps, Jenkins, Docker, Docker Compose, GitLab CI, Ansible, ESXi, Automated Testing, Pipeline Development, OpenRewrite.
Software Development
Java, Android Development, iOS Development, Web Frameworks, XML/XSLT, HTML/CSS/JS, SSJS, Software Architecture, System Design, Code Refactoring, API Migrations, Tapestry, OWASP, JodConverter, ORM, EJBs.
Technical Training & Mentoring
Professional Mentoring, Coaching, Talent Development, Skill Transfer, Curriculum Development, Technical Instruction, Workshop Facilitation, Knowledge Transfer.
Problem Solving
Strategic Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, Technical Troubleshooting, Innovation.
Mobile Technologies
Android, iOS, DeviceFarmer, ARM SBCs, Mobile Testing, Android-X86.
Cloud & Virtualization
Docker, ESXi, Virtualization, Gitpod.
Open Source Contribution
Open Source Contribution, Community Collaboration, Project Mentoring.
Presentation & Communication
Public Speaking, Technical Presentations, Content Creation, Storytelling, Persuasion.
Projects
OpenRewrite for Jenkins Plugin Modernization
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Summary
Explored and implemented OpenRewrite recipes to modernize Jenkins plugins and automate build metadata updates, addressing ecosystem challenges.
Docker-based Jenkins Quickstart Development
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Summary
Simplified Jenkins setup with Docker by creating easy-to-use Docker Compose files and comprehensive documentation, enhancing user onboarding.