Wednesday, January 14th - Opening Keynote Speaker

Eric Johnson, Principal Developer Advocate, Amazon Web Services

"Attitude of Iteration" 

Eric's the father of five who's learned that life has a sense of humor - and he's usually the punchline! Born with one finger on each hand and one toe on each foot, Eric has discovered that being different comes with its own set of adventures, most of which make for great stories. Through his speaking, Eric shares how he navigated life's curveballs with a mix of determination, creativity, and a healthy dose of laughter. He invites audiences to take a fresh look at their own challenges and consider that maybe - just maybe - our obstacles aren't roadblocks, but detours to something better. When he's not on stage or helping developers build cool things, Eric's at home with his wife and five kids, where he's constantly reminded that parenting is the ultimate exercise in creative problem-solving and patience. Eric's talks blend humor with heart, offering a lighthearted but meaningful perspective on resilience, attitude, and finding unexpected gifts in life's suprises.