Low Code Podcast: Recent Episodes
ITRAC - Global Leader in Low Code Recruitment
With this podcast our aim is to increase awareness and appreciation of Low Code and its impact and benefits to the market, and how early adoption is giving a competitive edge to businesses worldwide. Low Code is the future of software development but what is Low Code without its Developers, so this season I will be speaking to all levels of developers across the globe who have taken the career choice of working with Low Code platforms. There is a severe shortage of resources in this area and we are looking to help bridge that gap by raising interest and awareness amongst Developers to look at this exciting technology.
In this episode of Drag & Drop, I’m joined by Chris Merz from Siemens to discuss how enterprise AI is moving beyond chatbots, copilots, and isolated use cases.
We talk about why moving fast with AI is not enough, why data context and governance matter more than ever, and how platforms like Mendix are evolving beyond low-code into a much bigger enterprise AI conversation.
Chris shares his perspective on what enterprises are getting right, where many are going wrong, and why AI adoption needs to be connected to real business outcomes, not just individual productivity.
We also discuss the role of partners, the future of developers, the risk of creating AI silos, and what organizations need to think about if they want to move from AI experiments to scalable, governed AI systems.
If you’re involved in enterprise AI, application development, low-code, digital transformation, or technology strategy, this conversation is for you.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracusa.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.
ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.
We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:
• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory
AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.
Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.
Enterprise AI is moving fast… but most companies still aren’t ready to operate it at scale.
In this episode of Drag & Drop, Feroz Khan is joined by Hugo Fragoso, Director, Strategic Customers - EMEA at OutSystems, to discuss what enterprise leaders are getting wrong about AI adoption, governance, internal capability, and scaling delivery in an AI-driven world.
As organizations rush to experiment with Agentic AI, copilots, and automation platforms, many are discovering that building something quickly is the easy part. The real challenge is creating the operating model, governance, and internal capability needed to run AI reliably inside the enterprise.
Hugo shares insights from working directly with strategic enterprise customers across EMEA and explains why the companies succeeding with AI are thinking far beyond individual use cases.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
• Why the most successful enterprises are “building factories” instead of individual apps
• The biggest mistake companies are making with AI strategy right now
• Why platform governance matters more than choosing a single LLM
• The danger of relying on “hero developers” inside enterprise teams
• Why internal enablement is critical for long-term low-code and AI success
• How enterprises should balance partners vs internal capability
• The role architecture, governance, and operating models play in scaling AI
• Why security and risk teams need to be involved from day one
• What separates enterprises that scale from those that stall
• Why governed AI will define the winners over the next few years
The conversation around AI is shifting.
From simply generating outputs…to building systems that enterprises can actually trust, govern, scale, and operate long term.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracusa.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.
ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.
We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:
• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory
AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.
Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.
Will AI replace developers… or completely change what developers focus on?
In this episode of Drag & Drop, Feroz Khan is joined by Elyse Gilbert to discuss her journey from music performance major to OutSystems developer, the evolution of low-code development, and how AI is rapidly reshaping the future of software delivery.
As AI becomes more embedded into modern development platforms, the role of the developer is starting to shift away from repetitive manual work and toward architecture, user experience, business thinking, and human-centered design.
Elyse shares her experience transitioning into tech without a traditional engineering background, learning OutSystems under pressure, and why mindset and adaptability are becoming more important than ever in the AI era.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
• How Elyse transitioned from music performance into software development
• The challenges of learning OutSystems and low-code development
• Why mindset plays a major role in succeeding in tech
• How AI is changing the day-to-day role of developers
• Why development is shifting from manual work to higher-level thinking
• The growing importance of user experience and human behavior in software
• How AI is improving requirements gathering and development workflows
• Why developers who ignore AI risk falling behind
• The importance of community, continuous learning, and adaptability
The developer role isn’t disappearing.
But it is evolving faster than ever.
And the developers who learn how to work alongside AI - rather than compete against it - will have a massive advantage over the next few years.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracusa.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.
ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.
We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:
• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory
AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.
Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.
AI made development faster… but has it actually made it better?
In this episode of Drag & Drop, Feroz Khan is joined by OutSystems MVP Krishnnambal Sundaram to break down what’s really changing in software development and why speed is no longer the advantage it once was.
As AI tools and “vibe coding” make it possible to build applications in minutes, the real challenge is shifting somewhere else entirely. It’s no longer about how fast you can create something… it’s about whether you can trust it, scale it, and run it in a real-world environment.
Krishnnambal shares her journey from traditional development into low-code, training over 2,000 developers, and what she’s seeing firsthand as AI reshapes how teams build, deploy, and think about software.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
- Why speed is no longer the key differentiator in modern development
- The gap between building quickly and running in production
- The biggest misconceptions around low-code and why they still exist
- How AI is changing (and not changing) the role of developers
- Why many developers struggle to understand the code AI generates
- The difference between prototype-ready and production-ready systems
- How platforms are evolving to bring governance, trust, and context into AI development
- What developers should focus on now to stay relevant
- The importance of architectural thinking in an AI-driven world
- Certifications vs real experience and what actually matters in hiring
The shift is already happening.
From building faster…to understanding what you’ve built…and being able to run it when it actually matters.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracusa.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.
ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.
We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:
• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory
AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.
Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.
Why are AI agents easy to build… but so hard to run in the enterprise?
In this episode of Drag & Drop, Feroz Khan is joined by OutSystems MVP Lotte Kuiper to explore what really happens when AI moves from prototype to production and why many teams are unprepared for what comes next.
As AI becomes more accessible, teams are rapidly building agents, automations, and new workflows. But while it’s easier than ever to create something that works, running it in a secure, governed, and trusted environment is a completely different challenge.
Lotte shares insights from working closely with enterprise teams, testing new platform capabilities, and building real-world AI solutions that go beyond experimentation.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
- Why AI agents are easy to build but much harder to run in production
- The biggest risks when moving from prototype to real-world deployment
- Why data, structure, and process still matter in an AI-first world
- The challenge of trust and why AI still feels like a “black box”
- How enterprises should think about governance and control for AI systems
- What developers often underestimate when working with AI in low-code platforms
- How AI is reshaping the gap between high-code and low-code development
- Why “vibe coding” and rapid builds can create hidden technical risk
- How the role of developers is evolving into orchestration and system design
The shift is already happening.
From building AI quickly…to making sure it actually works when it matters.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracusa.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.
ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.
We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:
• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory
AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.
Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.
Are enterprises actually building AI… or just reacting to it?
In this episode of Drag & Drop, Feroz Khan sits down with Ingo Paas to discuss what’s really happening beneath the surface of enterprise AI, platform strategy, and modern software delivery.
From leading large-scale transformation at Green Cargo to authoring A Billion Times Smarter, Ingo brings a rare perspective on how organizations move from legacy complexity to composable, scalable systems and why most still misunderstand the problem they’re trying to solve.
This isn’t a conversation about tools. It’s about how enterprises think, decide, and build in the age of AI.
They discuss:
- Why most enterprise teams start with the wrong problem
- The shift from buying software → continuously solving business problems
- How low-code platforms change the relationship between IT and the business
- Why platform ecosystems matter more than individual tools
- The hidden risks of AI adoption, especially around control and decision authority
- What “governance” really means when systems operate at machine speed
- Why “human in the loop” may already be an illusion
- How decision power is quietly shifting from people to systems
- What enterprises must do to stay in control as AI scales
This episode goes beyond the hype.
Because the real challenge isn’t adopting AI, it’s building systems you can actually understand, govern, and trust.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracusa.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.
ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.
We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:
• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory
AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.
Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.
How does AI actually work inside real enterprise development?
In this episode of Drag & Drop, Feroz Khan sits down with Mendix MVP Neel Desai to explore how AI is being used inside low-code platforms and why low-code may have been built for AI all along.
As organizations race to adopt AI, many are stuck between traditional development, low-code platforms, and a new wave of AI tooling. But the real shift isn’t just about building faster… It’s about building systems that are structured, governed, and scalable.
Neel shares insights from working directly with enterprise teams, building his own AI tools, and helping developers move from experimentation into real-world delivery.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
- Why low-code platforms are naturally suited for AI-assisted development
- The difference between AI copilots and real enterprise AI usage
- Why AI doesn’t need to start from scratch inside structured platforms
- The risks of AI in development, including hallucination and loss of control
- Why governance, security, and architecture still matter in an AI-first world
- How developers are starting to build and control their own AI tools
- Why enterprises are struggling to choose between AI and low code
- How AI is changing the role of developers, not replacing them
The conversation is shifting.
From building applications faster…to building systems you can actually trust.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracusa.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.
ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.
We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:
• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory
AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.
Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.
What does the future of developers look like in the AI era?
In this episode of Drag & Drop, Feroz Khan sits down with Kris Lande, Chief Marketing Officer at OutSystems, to explore how AI is reshaping software development and why community is becoming the real competitive advantage.
As organizations race to adopt AI, the conversation is shifting from building apps faster… to building intelligent systems that actually scale. And at the center of this shift? Developers, ecosystems, and the communities that support them.
Kris shares insights from her experience at Salesforce and now at OutSystems, where she’s focused on building one of the most vibrant global developer communities in enterprise AI.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
- Why AI isn’t replacing developers, it’s expanding the role
- How developers are evolving into system orchestrators across platforms
- Why community is now the fastest way to learn and adopt AI skills
- The difference between marketing software vs building an ecosystem
- How champions, MVPs, and advocates drive trust in enterprise technology
- Why platforms must create career pathways, not just tools
- How OutSystems is positioning itself in the AI era
The challenge today isn’t access to AI.
It’s knowing how to use it in real-world environments with the right skills, governance, and support.
And increasingly, that learning isn’t happening in traditional education.
It’s happening inside communities.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracusa.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.
ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.
We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:
• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory
AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.
Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.
AI adoption is accelerating.
But for most enterprises, the challenge isn’t access to the technology; it’s making it work in reality.
In this episode of Drag & Drop, Feroz Khan speaks with Eleni Kelly, CIO and transformation leader, about what’s really happening inside organizations as they try to operationalise AI.
This conversation goes beyond tools and trends, focusing on the underlying factors that determine whether AI delivers value or stalls - from data fragmentation and legacy systems to decision-making, ownership, and organisational readiness.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why many AI initiatives struggle to move beyond pilot
- How inconsistent data impacts AI outcomes
- The role of enterprise architecture in supporting AI at scale
- The hidden complexity behind deploying and running AI models
- Why decision-making frameworks matter more than ever
- Where platforms like OutSystems fit into modern enterprise delivery
- How developer responsibilities are shifting in an AI-driven environment
- What guardrails are needed as systems become more autonomous
If you’re working within a complex organization and trying to turn AI into something practical, this episode offers a grounded view on what it actually takes.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracusa.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.
ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.
We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:
• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory
AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.
Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.
AI is changing how software is built.
But inside enterprises, there’s no longer a single way to develop or deliver.
In this episode of Drag & Drop, Feroz Khan speaks with Howard Miller, CIO of the UCLA Anderson School of Management, about how AI is reshaping enterprise development, and what it actually takes to move from experimentation into real delivery within a higher education environment.
From the rise of tools like Claude to platforms like OutSystems, this conversation explores how modern enterprises are combining multiple technologies to stay agile, reduce technical debt, and modernize legacy systems.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Why there’s no longer one way to build in the enterprise
- How AI is changing the way organizations approach development
- Why flexibility and a multi-tool strategy is becoming essential
- How platforms like OutSystems support modernization and reduce technical debt
- The importance of choosing the right first use case
- Why development fundamentals still matter in an AI-driven world
- The challenges of adoption inside higher education environments
Whether you’re a CIO, developer, or enterprise leader, this episode offers a real-world perspective on AI, enterprise architecture, and the future of software development.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracusa.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.
ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.
We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:
• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory
AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.
Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.
Agentic AI Explained: APIs, Identity, Security, and Enterprise Readiness
Why AI doesn’t create problems — it exposes them.
In this episode of Drag & Drop, Feroz Khan speaks with Miroslav Samoilenko, Director of Solution Architecture at JELD-WEN, Inc., who brings nearly 30 years of experience across enterprise systems, traditional software development, and low-code.
As organizations move from chatbots to agentic AI, the conversation is shifting from experimentation to real-world execution.
But here’s the reality:
AI doesn’t create new problems.
It exposes the ones already inside your enterprise.
In this episode, we explore what that means for enterprise teams, architects, and technology leaders.
In this episode, we cover:
•What “agentic AI” actually means in simple terms
•Why AI amplifies existing issues in data access and governance
•The hidden risks around APIs and enterprise architecture
•Identity challenges when AI agents interact with systems
•Why zero-trust security becomes critical in an AI-driven world
•How low-code platforms like Mendix enable faster enterprise delivery
•The evolving role of developers, architects, and product owners
As AI agents begin to access data, call APIs, and trigger workflows, organizations must rethink how systems are governed, secured, and scaled.
This is not just a technology shift.
It’s an operating model shift.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracusa.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.
ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.
We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:
• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory
AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.
Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.
Who governs AI agents inside enterprise systems?
In this episode of Drag & Drop, Feroz Khan speaks with Gonçalo Borrêga, VP Product, AI & AppDev at OutSystems, about one of the biggest questions emerging in enterprise technology today.
As AI moves beyond chatbots into agentic systems that can write code, make decisions, and act across enterprise applications, organizations are facing new governance, security, and architectural challenges.
This conversation explores what happens when AI moves from experimentation into mission-critical production environments.
Topics we cover include:
• Why agentic AI changes how enterprises think about governance
• The emerging risks of prompt injection and uncontrolled AI agents
• Why traditional IT governance models break down with AI
• How AI is changing the role of developers from coders to system architects
• Whether AI will lead to the “death of SaaS”
• Why enterprise application platforms must evolve to support AI-driven development
Gonçalo shares insights from working closely with organizations adopting AI inside enterprise application platforms and mission-critical systems, and explains why the biggest challenge ahead isn’t building AI - it’s governing it at scale.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracusa.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.
ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.
We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:
• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory
AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.
Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.
She began 2025 without knowing what a PRD was. She ended the year as an AI builder.
In this episode of Drag & Drop, Feroz Khan sits down with Kat Hill Contag, a non-technical founder and Lovable Ambassador, to explore how the barriers to building software are rapidly collapsing.
Kat’s journey started with curiosity. During the inaugural Lovable SheBuilds Hackathon, she entered a 48-hour competition without a traditional engineering background and built AI Recess, a platform designed to help teams actually use AI in their daily work.
Out of 2,500+ applicants, her project was selected as the B2B category winner.
Her story highlights a major shift happening across the industry.
AI tools and modern development platforms like Lovable are enabling operators, founders, and business leaders to build software directly — not just engineers.
This conversation explores what that shift means for:
• AI builders and non-technical founders
• Operators becoming developers
• Enterprise AI adoption and governance
• The future of software development
The barrier to building is lowering.
The advantage now belongs to those closest to the problem.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracusa.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.
ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.
We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:
• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory
AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.
Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.
The future of enterprise software isn’t more apps, it’s agentic systems.
In this special episode of Drag & Drop, Feroz Khan sits down in Miami with Woodson Martin, CEO of OutSystems, for a candid, no-hype conversation about what actually works in enterprise AI.
While most AI discussions focus on tools and demos, this episode goes deeper into how CIOs, CTOs, and enterprise leaders should design, govern, and scale agentic AI systems in the real world.
You’ll hear why:
→ Enterprise AI can’t succeed without governance, observability, and accountability.
→ Agentic AI must be built on top of existing systems, not replace them.
→ A unified platform matters more than stitching together tools.
→ “Vibe coding” empowers professional developers instead of replacing them.
→ AI ROI comes from augmenting hardened systems, not rebuilding everything.
→ The current AI hype cycle may burst, but agentic systems are here to stay.
→ Long-term success depends on customers owning capability, not renting it.
→ Why the OutSystems community is becoming one of the most AI-ready enterprise developer ecosystems in the industry.
This episode is designed for:
✔️ CIOs and CTOs defining their 2026 AI strategy
✔️ Enterprise architects and platform leaders
✔️ Developers building agentic systems at scale
✔️ Leaders navigating AI governance, compliance, and ROI
🧠 Topics Covered
➤ Agentic AI in the enterprise
➤ AI governance & compliance
➤ Unified platforms vs tool sprawl
➤ Agent Workbench & enterprise agents
➤ Vibe coding & developer productivity
➤ AI ROI in regulated industries
➤ Low-code vs platform strategy
➤ Building internal AI capability
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracusa.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.
ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.
We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:
• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory
AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.
Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.
Buying a platform is easy. Building value on it takes strategy, structure, and champions.
In this season’s final episode of Drag & Drop, Daniel Lourenço shares his remarkable 20-year journey at OutSystems from developer to leading the expansion in Asia-Pacific, to driving global customer success.
We unpack what truly makes customers succeed with OutSystems: from choosing the right first project to building internal champions, and why owning your platform internally is key to long-term sustainability.
Key takeaways:
🔘 How to define customer success beyond go-live
🔘 Why your first app determines long-term adoption
🔘 The critical role of internal champions in scaling success
🔘 How to balance partners with internal capability
🔘 When and how to build a Center of Excellence (COE)
🔘 The impact of Workbench, Mentor, and the O11 + ODC Unified Platform
From first app to first value and from first value to lasting impact.
If you’re leading a low-code or AI transformation, this episode is your blueprint for scaling success.
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Contact: Feroz Khan
THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC.
ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
Technology can’t replace compassion, but it can amplify it.
In this powerful episode of Drag & Drop, Sam Riggleman shares how The Luke Commission (TLC) built Luvelo, a mobile-first enterprise suite transforming healthcare delivery across Eswatini and beyond.
What began as a few spreadsheets and manual processes evolved into one of Africa’s most advanced low-code healthcare ecosystems, 40+ live applications, zero-downtime deployments, and a multi-tenant architecture built entirely on OutSystems.
Sam shares the deeply human story behind this transformation, how a small, purpose-driven team leveraged technology, AI, and relentless compassion to save lives, empower local developers, and deliver care to thousands of underserved communities.
In this episode:
🔘 How The Luke Commission scaled compassionate care through OutSystems.
🔘 Why operational efficiency can save more lives than any medicine.
🔘 How 4 years of continuous innovation shaped the Luvelo ecosystem.
🔘 The power of empowering local teams for lasting impact.
🔘 How AI and Agent Workbench are redefining healthcare workflows.
A story of purpose, innovation, and humanity proving that low-code and AI can drive change where it matters most.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracrecruitment.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC.
ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
AI is rewriting the rules of software, and low-code is becoming the language it speaks.
In this Drag & Drop Podcast episode, Romil Gaurav shares his journey from a Java developer to an Enterprise Architect leading digital transformation with Mendix across the U.S. and Canada.
We dive into the shift from traditional coding to low-code, the arrival of Mendix 11, and how AI and agentic architectures are redefining what “enterprise-grade” really means.
Key takeaways:
🔘 Why Mendix 11 is more than a version, it’s a mindset shift
🔘 How AI is transforming low-code from “build fast” to “think smart”
🔘 What separates a good Mendix developer from a great one
🔘 Why upskilling developers in AI is key to future-proofing teams
🔘 How agentic AI will reshape roles and ROI in enterprises
A must-listen for leaders navigating the next wave of low-code and AI transformation, where business + IT + AI finally move as one.
Tell us what you loved about this Episode.
Website: itracrecruitment.com
Contact: Feroz Khan
THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC.
ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
From the Navy to Next-Gen AI Architect.
In this Drag & Drop episode, Tiago Rodrigues shares his journey from a military career in the Portuguese Navy to becoming a Lead OutSystems Architect and how discipline, teamwork, and adaptability helped him thrive in the world of low-code.
We dive into the mindset shift required to move from traditional development to low-code, the rise of Agentic AI, and why understanding protocols like MCP and tools like Agent Workbench will define the next generation of developers.
Key takeaways:
🔘 Why adaptability is the most underrated developer skill
🔘 How military discipline translates into delivery excellence
🔘 The role of MCP and Agent Workbench in the AI era
🔘 How AI + low-code are reshaping the future of software
🔘 Why skepticism toward low-code is fading fast
Listen now to hear how Tiago turned structure and service into a superpower, proving that the future belongs to developers who evolve with technology, not against it.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
🚨 Everyone’s building apps. Few are building an app factory.
Without governance and shared patterns, low-code scales chaos—not capability.
In this Drag & Drop episode, Jason Miles, former Mendix Platform Lead at PwC, shares how he built a Mendix Center of Excellence and Community of Practice that turned app delivery from ad-hoc projects into a repeatable, secure, enterprise-grade capability.
We unpack how he scaled Mendix across business units, balanced speed with compliance, and proved that low-code can power external, client-facing systems, not just internal apps.
Key takeaways:
🔘 How to evolve from project delivery to a true app factory
🔘 Why COEs outperform “citizen developer” programs
🔘 Power Platform vs. Mendix: How to choose what fits
🔘 Why governance and reuse are speed multipliers
🔘 How AI and low-code together create scalable guardrails
🎧 Listen now to hear how Jason and his team turned governance into a growth engine, proving that with the right model, low-code doesn’t just build apps, it builds capability.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
Everyone’s racing to add AI. Few are fixing the foundations first.
Without clear governance, roadmaps, and delivery discipline, AI doesn’t accelerate transformation; it exposes the cracks.
In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Mark Bradley, Head of Systems & Innovation at The Arch Company, shares how they’re using OutSystems to modernize operations, improve customer experience, and build Keystone, their enterprise platform, fast and safely.
We unpack roadmap design, in-house capability building, ROI measurement, and where AI actually fits in the enterprise transformation journey.
Key takeaways:
🔘 Why AI fails without a solid digital foundation
🔘 How OutSystems helps enterprises accelerate transformation safely
🔘 Why in-house capability beats vendor dependency long-term
🔘 How to measure real ROI across delivery cycles
🔘 Why governance is the key to scaling AI and low-code together
🔘 Lessons learned from three years of enterprise low-code adoption
This episode offers real-world lessons behind ArchCo’s low-code transformation and how to build the structure AI needs to succeed.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
Everyone’s racing to launch AI. Few know how to govern it.
Without structure, guardrails, and the right platform strategy, AI doesn’t scale; it stalls.
In this Drag & Drop episode, Maarten Nelissen, who leads Valcon’s 130-person low-code capability, shares how Valcon built a multi-platform practice spanning Mendix, Power Platform, Appian, Pega, and UiPath while maintaining consistent delivery through shared playbooks, app factories, and governance models.
We explore how AI + low-code together create the governance enterprises need to move from cool POCs to production impact.
Key takeaways:
🔘 Why AI needs low-code guardrails to scale safely
🔘 Why “best-fit” beats single-vendor loyalty
🔘 How AI + low-code shortens the path from pilots to production
🔘 Why Mendix hits the enterprise sweet spot
🔘 How T-shaped talent drives cross-platform growth
And much more….
👉🏾 If you’re leading transformation (and wrestling with AI + platform sprawl), this conversation is a playbook for choosing wisely, governing well, and scaling fast without locking yourself into the wrong stack.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
🚨 95% of AI projects fail.
In this Drag & Drop Podcast episode, John Ferguson, Global Head of Solution Architecture at OutSystems, breaks down how enterprises land in the 5% taking AI + low-code from pilots to real impact by bridging the gap between POCs and enterprise-grade production with the governance, guardrails, and scale leaders demand.
We cover how this translates into business outcomes, P&L impact, risk reduction, and customer retention, and how Mentor and Agent Workbench operationalize AI safely.
Key takeaways:
🔘 Mission-critical apps are the milestone of enterprise readiness
🔘 Executive sponsorship is the #1 success factor
🔘 Solution architects must act as consultative guides
🔘 AI is reshaping development and accelerating enterprise success
🔘 What to expect at the OutSystems ONE Conference
and much more....
👉🏽 If you’re leading digital transformation, this episode is a blueprint for proving value, de-risking adoption, and scaling AI with confidence.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
Capture the Flag isn’t just a challenge; it’s a security wake-up call.
Low-code lets you build fast, but without the right mindset, you can just as quickly create an unsafe app.
That’s why Mendix Capture the Flag (CTF) has evolved into a global security movement with over 700 participants, satellite locations worldwide, and hands-on challenges that force every developer to think like a hacker before the hackers think of you.
In my first-ever group episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, I was joined by Jan de Vries, Community Manager at Mendix, René van Hofwegen from Low-Code Academy, Mitchel Mol, CTO of Blue Green Solutions, and Dirk van Veen, Founder of The S-Unit. Together, we explored why CTF is more than a competition; it’s how the Mendix ecosystem is building a security-first culture in the AI era.
Key takeaways:
🔘 Platform security vs. app security and why developers must own the second
🔘 How learning to hack makes you a stronger builder
🔘 Insider tips for winning more flags
🔘 Why even junior devs can (and should) join CTF
🔘 How satellite locations strengthen global collaboration
🔘 Why AI makes security awareness non-negotiable
and much more....
👉🏾Whether you’re a Mendix beginner or an enterprise leader, this conversation shows why security is everyone’s responsibility and why events like CTF accelerate both learning and community.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
🚨 The partner model is being rewritten.
Margin compression, shifting customer expectations, and the rise of GenAI mean one thing:
Implementation alone won’t cut it anymore.
OutSystems partners who win in this new era are the ones who:
✔ Lead with customer value
✔ Prove outcomes fast with pilots and rapid prototyping
✔ Embrace AI-driven solution plays instead of traditional services
In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Luis Eduardo Giraldo, VP of Partners & Alliances (Americas) at OutSystems, explains why value realization is the guiding principle for enterprise growth. He shares how prescriptive partner strategies, rapid prototyping, and AI are redefining customer and partner relationships across the Americas.
Key takeaways:
🔘 How enterprises are adopting value-driven strategies at scale
🔘 The evolving dynamics between vendors, customers, and partners
🔘 How a prescriptive partner strategy drives long-term success
🔘 How prototyping de-risks business cases and accelerates buy-in
🔘 Why building trust with development teams speeds adoption
🔘 How AI is reshaping collaboration across the ecosystem
And much more…
👉🏽 OutSystems is doubling down on growth in the Americas. If you’re a partner looking to differentiate in a crowded AI market, this conversation serves as your blueprint for landing, expanding, and winning at an enterprise scale.
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
Proof beats slides. Put your team hands-on for a week.
Skeptics don’t flip with decks. They flip when they see what can be built in days, not months.
In this episode of Drag & Drop Podcast, Paulo Alvarez Fernandes, Lead Solutions Architect at OutSystems, reflects on 8+ years with the platform, showing why proof beats slides, why understanding customer needs is everything, and how AI is reshaping the future of low-code.
Key takeaways:
🔘 Why low-code is about productivity, not replacement
🔘 How skepticism fades once developers get hands-on
🔘 OutSystems as a platform for innovation, not just “low-code”
🔘 The role of AI in reshaping low-code adoption
🔘 How to incrementally modernize legacy systems
🔘 How relocation fuels personal and professional growth
And much more…
If you’ve ever questioned whether low-code and AI can truly transform enterprise development, this conversation will give you the perspective you need.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
They called him “ChatGPT” when everyone else thought it was just hype.
Now Ricardo Perdigão is proving how AI and low-code belong together.
As Solutions Architect Manager and AI Practice Lead at Mendix, Ricardo’s passion for AI has made him the go-to voice on how enterprises can embrace it without losing sight of the fundamentals. From guiding customers on data preparation to advising R&D on what’s coming next, he’s at the center of where low-code and AI converge.
In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Ricardo shares:
🔘 Why so many AI projects fail and how to avoid it
🔘 The overlooked importance of data preparation
🔘 How Mendix is embedding AI directly into the platform
🔘 Why “cool demos” aren’t enough without internal knowledge
🔘 His vision for a future where low-code and AI merge seamlessly
Ricardo’s enthusiasm for AI is infectious, and his vision for its future in low-code is one you won’t want to miss.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
Vera Tiago didn’t just join OutSystems; she helped shape its global developer community.
As a founding member of the OutSystems Developer Relations team, Vera has spent over a decade turning a small group of forum users into a thriving global ecosystem of MVPs, champions, mentors, and advocates.
In this episode, Vera discusses:
🔘 Her transition from PHP developer to OutSystems advocate
🔘 Why low-code doesn’t mean low-skill and what traditional developers often misunderstand
🔘 How the MVP, user group and mentorship programs got started
🔘 Why Forge is one of OutSystems’ most underrated developer tools
🔘 How AI and low-code are evolving together to shape the future of software
🔘 Behind the scenes: how product feedback becomes roadmap influence
You’ve probably seen Vera announcing the monthly OutSystems product updates. Now it’s time to get to know her and the impact she’s made across the low-code community.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
CISOs don’t care how fast you build apps.
They care how fast you detect, contain, and recover.
Fred Gruhn understands that better than most.
As OutSystems’ Lead Solution Architect (Security), Fred works directly with CISOs, architects, and risk teams to assess the platform’s security posture. He helps organizations validate controls, navigate compliance concerns, and ensure that adopting low-code never means introducing unacceptable risk.
In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Fred shares:
🔘 Why security starts with culture, not just tools
🔘 What CISOs question most when evaluating low-code
🔘 How OutSystems handles access, AI policy, and scanning
🔘 Why audit trails matter from day one
🔘 Why every dev should earn the Security cert (link in comments)
🔘 How AI is shifting but not replacing security fundamentals
Fred also shares real-world insights for CIOs and CISOs evaluating low-code platforms, highlighting the importance of trust, transparency, and choosing partners who take your risks as seriously as you do.
Fred regularly posts short, insightful videos breaking down the security features across the OutSystems platform. If you're not already following him, you should. His content is a must for anyone who wants to stay up-to-date on all things OutSystems security.
Whether you’re a developer, tech leader, or enterprise decision-maker, this episode offers a real-world view into what it takes to build and scale secure low-code applications.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
Five minutes can change your career, just ask Tianyi Tian.
That brief introduction to low-code in a Rotterdam lecture set him on a path from a business background to creating and leading the global Mendix Training Partner Program.
In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Tianyi shares:
🔘 The biggest mistake companies make when adopting Mendix
🔘 Why training and investing in people is the real scaling secret
🔘 How AI is changing development and why fundamentals matter more than ever
🔘 Best practices from customers who nailed their low-code journey
And much more…
If you’re serious about scaling low-code successfully, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
Every business wants faster results. Few have the right platform to get there.
In this episode of the Drag & Drop podcast, Miguel Verdasca, Associate Director at KPMG Saudi Arabia, shares his journey from traditional software development to becoming a low-code advocate.
He unpacks common misconceptions about low-code, the rising impact of AI in modern development, and why governance and best practices are essential for scaling successfully. He also shares how KPMG is helping enterprise clients adopt OutSystems at scale, his personal experience relocating to Saudi Arabia, and what the region’s rapid low-code adoption means for the future.
Miguel also shares practical advice for enterprise leaders ready to treat low-code not as a shortcut but as a strategic driver of digital transformation.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
What does it take to scale low-code from zero to 170+ apps in a Tier 1 bank?
In this episode of the Drag & Drop podcast, Mark Bus, Lead Product Owner for Rapid Application Development at ABN Amro, shares the bank’s decade-long journey scaling Mendix.
With 25+ years at ABN Amro and deep roots in lean, agile, and platform engineering, Mark breaks down how to embed a low-code platform in a highly regulated, risk-averse environment.
He explains how ABN Amro balances innovation with governance using reusable enterprise components, centralized CI/CD, and a federated platform model, now recognized as a best practice. Mark also challenges common misconceptions about low-code’s scalability, ease of use, and developer readiness.
Whether you're building your first MVP or managing a portfolio of enterprise apps, this episode is packed with strategy, lessons learned, and practical guidance from one of the most mature Mendix implementations in European banking.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
No computer science degree.
No traditional dev background.
Today? Mendix MVP.
Chelsea Veenstra proves that with the right mindset and the right support, you can break into tech and thrive.
In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Mendix MVP Chelsea shares her unique journey from a non-technical business background to becoming a certified Mendix expert at Cape Digital Solutions. She discusses the power of mentorship, the importance of a safe culture for learning through mistakes, and the growing role of AI in development. Chelsea also explains why more women in tech isn’t just about diversity it’s about delivering better outcomes.
She opens up about her relocation from the Netherlands to Australia, the challenges of starting over in a market where low-code adoption is still emerging, and the excitement of helping shape its future through her work with Cape.
Whether you're looking to break into low-code, considering a bold career move abroad, or working to grow adoption in a new region, this episode is full of honest insights and real-world inspiration.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
Most enterprise low-code stories start in IT.
Not this one.
At Jabil, low-code was pulled in by operations and scaled globally across 100+ apps.
In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Kevin Ferreira, Mendix Product Owner at Jabil, shares how low-code became a catalyst for enterprise-wide transformation. He walks through how Jabil structured a global Center of Excellence aligned to regional operations, launched over 100 apps into production, and built a governance model that minimizes bureaucracy while maximizing impact.
Kevin also speaks candidly about early resistance from traditional developers, the importance of strong product ownership, lessons learned along the way, and how AI is now being embedded into their development workflows to drive even more speed and scale.
Whether you're leading a digital transformation or scaling low-code in a complex enterprise, this episode is packed with practical takeaways and real-world lessons.
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Ana Bandarra Baptista shares her powerful story of switching careers from a 16-year background in biomedical sciences to becoming a successful OutSystems developer.
Ana opens up about the steep learning curve of breaking into tech with no prior experience, learning to code while raising two kids, and finding her way in the world of enterprise low-code development. She speaks candidly about overcoming failure, fighting imposter syndrome, and how the mentorship of Nuno Reis and support from her husband helped her keep going.
Whether you're exploring a career change into tech, curious about OutSystems, or looking for real-life inspiration from someone who's kicking ass in a new field this episode is for you.
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
Low-code isn’t replacing developers, it’s freeing them.
In this episode, Feroz is joined by Arjan Waardenburg, Solution Architect at OutSystems, to talk about how low-code has evolved and how OutSystems is challenging outdated perceptions, especially among traditional developers who may view it as a threat.
We dive into how AI is reshaping software development, influencing design decisions, and accelerating delivery. Arjan also shares key architectural considerations for building scalable solutions, the importance of positioning OutSystems in different markets, and why customer education is critical to overcoming skepticism, especially in more conservative regions.
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
Most CIOs say they want innovation. Few are truly set up to deliver it.
In this episode, Matthew Garst, Senior Vice President of Mendix in the Americas, explains how IT leaders can build scalable, future-ready foundations using low-code platforms, enterprise AI, and Centers of Excellence.
He shares practical insights on low-code adoption, integrating AI into enterprise applications, and how industries like manufacturing are transforming through intelligent automation. Matthew also addresses common low-code myths, the power of storytelling in tech sales, and why customer success stories are critical to driving business adoption.
Whether you're a CIO, VP of IT, or digital transformation leader, this episode breaks down what it really takes to move from pilot to enterprise scale.
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz had the pleasure of speaking with Donald Sangweme, Senior Consultant at Deloitte.
In this conversation, Donald shares his inspiring journey from discovering OutSystems after a call with his uncle, to boldly showing up at their Atlanta office uninvited, hoping to learn more. That moment ignited a passion for low-code that took him from intern to tech lead.
We also dive into the incredible work he’s doing with the FIN Foundation, a nonprofit he founded to teach underserved youth in Zimbabwe how to build real-world applications using OutSystems. He explains how the foundation is helping bridge the opportunity gap through access to technology not just talent and empowering students to create meaningful solutions for their own communities.
Donald also shares how he’s using data and feedback to scale his nonprofit efforts efficiently, and why transparency and local impact are central to his mission.
Episode Highlights:
🔘 Discovering OutSystems
🔘 The FIN Foundation and Giving Back
🔘 Impact of Low-Code on Underserved Communities
🔘 Vision for Expansion
🔘 The FIN Project's Goals
🔘 The Impact of AI on Low-Code Development
🔘 Innovations in Nonprofit Management
🔘 The Future of Low-Code Development
Tune in now to hear how one developer is using his skills not just to build software, but to build futures.
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz had the pleasure of speaking with Mendix MVP Jeroen Appel, Solution Architect and Mendix Expert at CLEVR.
We dive into his journey in low-code development and explore how Mendix is tackling the growing complexities of building scalable, secure applications, especially when deploying on platforms like AWS.
Jeroen shares why blending high-code practices with low-code is becoming essential, the critical role of soft skills in consultancy, and how AI is shaping the next phase of development. He also emphasizes the importance of peer reviews, strong design principles, and robust observability for quality assurance.
We also discuss how strategic partnerships, particularly with Snowflake and AWS are helping fuel Mendix’s growth.
Episode Highlights:
🔘 Consultancy Insights and Soft Skills Importance
🔘 The Role of AI in Low-Code Development
🔘 Partnerships and their Strategic Importance
🔘 Scalability and Security in AWS Deployments
🔘 Maintaining Quality in Low-Code Projects
🔘 Designing for Scale: Understanding User Needs
🔘 The Importance of Peer Reviews and Learning
🔘 Overlooking Observability in Development
🔘 Managing Complexity in Low-Code Applications
🔘 Enhancing Low-Code Platforms with High-Code Practices
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz had the pleasure of speaking with OutSystems Champion Edgar Ramos, who, fun fact, was the very first person to respond to him on LinkedIn when we launched ITRAC back in 2018. They stayed in touch over the years, and now we're proud to call him a colleague as he leads our training efforts here at ITRAC.
In this episode, Edgar shares his journey from tinkering with computers as a kid, to spending seven years in the Portuguese Air Force to building a career in the OutSystems world. We talk about the evolution of low-code, the misconceptions that still persist, and why training and education are essential to unlocking its true power. Edgar also shares why he’s so excited about our new, one-of-a-kind training bootcamps and how we’re bringing them to teams across the globe.
Episode Highlights:
🔘 Career Journey and Early Interests
🔘 Key Releases and Platform Evolution
🔘 Misconceptions About Low Code
🔘 OutSystems with AI
🔘 Why he joined us at ITRAC
🔘 Passion for Training and Education
🔘 Vision for ITRAC’s Training Program
🔘 Addressing Skepticism in Low Code
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz had the pleasure of speaking with Stefan Weber, OutSystems MVP and Delivery Manager at Valantic.
In this episode, Stefan shares his journey into tech and how he discovered OutSystems, offering a thoughtful perspective on the growing momentum of low-code in Germany. We dive into common misconceptions, how low-code works alongside traditional development, and the role AI is beginning to play in shaping its future. Stefan also highlights the importance of community and shares his message for those still skeptical about low-code.
Episode Highlights:
🔘 Adoption of Low-Code in Germany
🔘 Misconceptions about Low-Code
🔘 Collaboration between Low-Code and Traditional Development
🔘 The future of Low-Code with AI
🔘 Bridging Development and Business needs
🔘 The Importance of Real-Time features
🔘 The Evolution of Low-Code in Germany
🔘 Addressing Skepticism towards Low-Code Solutions
🔘 Community Support and future aspirations
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz had the pleasure of speaking with Sophie Bakker, Front-End Mendix Developer at InnSpire.
In this episode, Sophie shares her unique journey from studying film and television to building a career in tech through low-code development with Mendix.
She talks about the early challenges she faced when switching careers and how she discovered a passion for front-end development. We also dive into the importance of mentorship, the evolving role of AI in tech, and the broader conversation around women in the industry.
Sophie offers thoughtful advice for anyone considering a career change and shares her take on the skepticism that still surrounds low-code platforms.
Episode Highlights:
🔘 Transitioning from Media to IT
🔘 The Make IT Work Program
🔘 First client project and challenges
🔘 Finding passion in Front-End Development
🔘 Mentorship and growth in the workplace
🔘 Navigating career transitions
🔘 Exploring Mendix features
🔘 AI in Development
🔘 Women in Technology
🔘 Embracing change and Low Code
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz had the pleasure of speaking with Robert Carter, Team Lead, Expert Services at OutSystems.
In this episode, Robert shares his journey from discovering computers at an early age to becoming a leader in low-code delivery. He reflects on the evolution of technology, the growing complexity of enterprise software, and how OutSystems is helping teams scale with speed and structure.
We dive into the importance of best practices in successful low-code projects, the platform’s transition and how this shift is driving better performance and user experience. Robert also shares his view on what makes a great developer, how he approaches hiring, and the kind of skepticism he still encounters when promoting low-code.
Throughout the conversation, he shares practical insights and success stories that showcase the real-world impact of low-code done right.
Episode Highlights:
🔘 Common misconceptions about Low-Code
🔘 Scaling challenges and Best Practices
🔘 Team Structure and Cross-Functional Teams
🔘 The Small Batch Approach to Deployment
🔘 Effective Testing Strategies in Software Development
🔘 The Importance of Code Reviews and Peer Reviews
🔘 Navigating Customer Pushback on Best Practices
🔘 The Evolution of OutSystems and future Innovations
🔘 Hiring the Perfect Developer: Insights and Criteria
🔘 Addressing Skepticism towards Low-Code Development
In my view, Robert is one of the most knowledgeable experts in the OutSystems community. This is a must-listen episode packed with valuable insights for anyone working with or exploring OutSystems.
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
In this special episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with Mendix CEO Raymond Kok at their Rotterdam headquarters to explore the evolving landscape of low-code development.
Ray shares his unique journey from mechanical engineering into the world of software, his early discovery of low-code, and his pivotal role in Mendix’s acquisition by Siemens. We unpack customer feedback, strategies for overcoming skepticism, and his long-term vision for scaling the platform globally.
Ray also emphasizes the critical role of governance in low-code adoption and offers his perspective on market dynamics between the US and Europe. The conversation dives into the integration of generative AI with low-code, showcasing how it drives productivity and democratizes development.
From the evolving role of developers in an AI-powered world to the confusion still surrounding AI in the low-code space, Ray brings clarity and insight. We also touch on the importance of community and partner ecosystems and his excitement around the upcoming release of Mendix 11.
Episode Highlights:
🔘 Ray's background and journey into Software
🔘 Discovery of Low Code and its potential
🔘 The acquisition of Mendix by Siemens
🔘 Transition to Mendix CEO and vision
🔘 Scaling Mendix and future aspirations
🔘 Challenges in Scaling and Execution
🔘 Market Dynamics: US vs Europe
🔘 The Intersection of Generative AI and Low-Code Development
🔘 The Future of Developers in an AI-Driven World
🔘 The role of Community in Mendix's success
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz had the pleasure of speaking with Neil Hones, Staff Engineer at Paradigm Solutions.
In this episode, Neil shares his unique journey from studying industrial engineering to becoming a Mendix expert. He discusses his learning process in low-code development, the importance of problem-solving skills, and the evolving landscape of low-code platforms, including the impact of AI. Neil also offers insights on maintaining professional relationships, working abroad in South Korea, and building effective development teams.
He opens up about his brief career as a professional poker player and how the need for structure, contribution, and growth ultimately led him back to the tech industry.
Episode Highlights:
🔘 Journey into Mendix and early Experiences
🔘 Perceptions of Low-Code Development
🔘 AI's role in Low-Code Development
🔘 The reality of professional Poker life
🔘 The importance of networking and community
🔘 Cultural insights from working in Korea
🔘 Innovative ideas for Mendix Applications
🔘 Addressing skepticism towards Low-Code Development
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz had the pleasure of speaking with Taka Torimoto, Lead Solutions Architect at OutSystems.
Some may know him as Neo from the OutSystems One Conference, but in this conversation, Taka takes us on his journey from his early love for robotics, which sparked a lifelong passion for innovation. He shares how he discovered low code, his transition into the OutSystems ecosystem, and the cultural nuances of working and building community in Japan.
Taka addresses common misconceptions about low-code development, the importance of architecture, and how to effectively bridge the gap between business and technical teams. He also dives into the growing role of AI in software development, reflects on the evolution of low-code adoption, and offers advice for developers navigating this fast-changing landscape.
Episode Highlights:
🔘 Early Career and Technology Passion
🔘 Discovering Low Code and OutSystems
🔘 Helping build the OutSystems Community in Japan
🔘 Misconceptions about Low-Code Development
🔘 Architectural Considerations in Low Code
🔘 Bridging Technical and Business Perspectives
🔘 The Impact of AI on Development
🔘 Defining Low Code beyond the Buzzword
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week Feroz had the pleasure of speaking with Peter Mendez, Mendix Solutions Architect at General Atomics. Peter shares how discovering Mendix transformed his career, and unpacks the challenges and rewards of embracing low-code development. He explores the rising influence of AI in software, highlights the importance of strong team dynamics and customer engagement, and tackles the skepticism that often surrounds low-code, offering valuable insights for organizations considering this modern approach.
Episode Highlights:
🔘 Peter's Journey into Technology
🔘 Exploring Low Code & Mendix
🔘 Team Dynamics and Developer Reactions
🔘 Mendix Features and Customer Engagement
🔘 AI in Development and Future Perspectives
🔘 Addressing Skepticism towards Low Code
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz had the pleasure of speaking with Sean Mee, RVP of Solution Architecture for the Americas at OutSystems.
Sean shared his fascinating journey from serving as an Army officer in the Irish Defence Forces for 13 years, where he held both technology-focused and non-technical roles, to ultimately finding his way to the U.S. and how he ended up joining OutSystems.
They discuss how low-code platforms are no longer just niche solutions; they’re now at the forefront of digital transformation across industries. Sean also shed light on the evolving perception of low-code: once considered a shortcut, it’s now recognized as a powerful and scalable approach to software development.
Episode Highlights:
🔘 Challenges in adopting Low-Code solutions
🔘 Building vs. Buying Software Solutions
🔘 Integrating OutSystems with existing SaaS Platforms
🔘 Success Stories & Real-World Impact of OutSystems
🔘 Embracing Low Code for Digital Transformation
🔘 How AI is Shaping the Future of App Development
🔘 Addressing Vendor Lock-In concerns
🔘 The true value proposition of OutSystems
🔘 The future of Low Code & AI Integration
Whether you're just starting to explore low-code or leading enterprise-level digital transformation, this episode is packed with insights to help you stay ahead in the ever-evolving tech landscape.
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
In this episode, Elizabeth Thomason, Head of Software Engineering at the Crown Prosecution Service, shares her journey into technology and her team’s adoption of low code. She reflects on the challenges and successes of building internal development capabilities, the strategic decision to implement OutSystems, and the role agile methodologies have played in their transformation.
Liz explores the evolution of low-code platforms, particularly around accessibility, and highlights the opportunities for women in tech and the career growth potential within low-code. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the value of a developer mindset, the importance of continuous iteration in public services, and the balance between maintaining legacy systems and driving future innovation at the CPS.
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
In this conversation, Lauren Dally, Director of Application Delivery at Ardonagh Advisory, shares her journey from marketing to technology, highlighting her advocacy for low-code solutions. She delves into the challenges and strategies of implementing low-code platforms, particularly Mendix, emphasizing the critical role of stakeholder buy-in and change management.
Lauren reflects on the successes and lessons learned from building low-code applications and teams, showcasing technology’s transformative power in bridging societal gaps. She also explores the evolution and benefits of low-code platforms, the industry's ongoing talent shortages, and the significance of recognition through awards.
She underscores the complexity of low-code development, stressing the need for both traditional coding and low-code solutions. Additionally, Lauren highlights the importance of allyship for women in technology, advocating for diversity in the field. She shares valuable advice for women entering tech while outlining her future goals and her organization’s ongoing low-code strategy.
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
In this conversation, Snezana Djurisic shares her journey from a background in psychology to her impactful role at OutSystems, where she focuses on social impact and community growth. She discusses various initiatives, including hackathons and digital volunteer programs, aimed at supporting non-profits and empowering individuals through education and technology.
We explore the importance of community engagement, the success stories of non-profits, and the barriers women face in tech, emphasizing the need for representation and opportunities in the industry. Sne also highlights the significance of mindset in overcoming challenges, the value of mentorship, and the power individuals have to drive meaningful change, not just in their careers but also in society. She advocates for long-term commitments to social impact rather than short-term initiatives, demonstrating how we can all make a difference.
I absolutely loved this conversation with Snezana and highly recommend everyone to give it a listen. Unlike my usual episodes, which focus on how low-code benefits businesses and careers, this one takes a different approach. We dive into how the low-code community can leverage its expertise to support those in need, while also reflecting on the small yet meaningful changes we can make in our own lives to leave a lasting impact.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
In this engaging conversation, Louise Tang shares her journey in the tech industry, focusing on her role at ABN AMRO and her experiences with low-code development using Mendix. She discusses the challenges and successes of implementing low-code solutions, the cultural differences observed during international collaborations, and the importance of AI in development. Louise also emphasizes the significance of women in technology, offering advice for young women entering the field and sharing her future goals for community engagement and knowledge sharing.
And much more….
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
For this special episode, I wanted to do something different. To make the conversation even more engaging, I travelled to OutSystems HQ in Lisbon for an in-person discussion with Paulo Rosado. Here's what we talked about.
🔘 How OutSystems How its vision has transformed over the past 20+ years.
🔘 The growing influence of AI on software development and Low Code.
🔘 The release of Mentor and what we can expect.
🔘 Thought process behind creating a new platform like ODC.
🔘 The much talked about pricing model.
🔘 Why the OutSystems community stands out.
And much more….
This episode is packed with insights, offering a deep dive into the future of software development and the transformative role OutSystems is playing in shaping the industry. Don’t miss it!
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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.
We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week Feroz Khan had the privilege of speaking with Derek Downs, Channels, Alliances, and Alternate Routes to Market Leader for the Americas at OutSystems. During our conversation, Derek emphasized the importance of building trusted relationships, the distinctive characteristics of the Americas market, and how partners balance collaboration with competition.
They explored customer preferences for working with partners versus in-house teams, the shift toward messaging focused on customer outcomes, and the critical role events play in strengthening partnerships. Looking ahead to 2025, Derek shared his optimism about market trends and the growing recognition of low-code platforms as transformative solutions.
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Low Code expert Alexey Shmelkin. In their conversation, Alexey shared his extensive experience delivering projects across 15 different low-code platforms. He provided valuable insights into the evolution and categorization of these platforms, as well as the critical importance of governance in their implementation.
Alexey highlighted the pivotal role of consultants in choosing the right platform for specific business needs and showcased inspiring success stories that illustrate the transformative power of low-code solutions. He also addressed common skepticism around low-code, offering thoughtful perspectives on its future—particularly the growing influence of community engagement and AI integration.
Additionally, Alexey introduced his YouTube channel, where he educates others about the low-code space. The link below is for anyone interested in exploring his content further.
https://www.youtube.com/@lowcodeexpert
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Jeremy Samkowiak, Manager of Technical Success for the Central and West regions of the United States. Jeremy discusses his transition from traditional coding to low code, the challenges organizations face when adopting it, and the cultural shifts needed to unlock its potential. He highlights OutSystems’ developer-friendly features, customer success stories, and the growing role of AI in boosting productivity. He also addresses skepticism towards low-code, explores future innovations like Mentor, and reflects on AI’s broader impact on software development and much more….
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Tiarma Witte, CTO of The Low Code Academy. In this conversation, Tiarma shares her unique journey from studying psychology and music to becoming a low code developer and trainer. She discusses her experiences in the tech industry, the challenges she faced while learning Mendix, and her current role at the Low Code Academy. Tiarma emphasizes the importance of mentorship, the need for diversity in tech, and her involvement in initiatives like Low Code Ladies, which empowers women in the field. The conversation also touches on the impact of AI on development and the future aspirations of Tiarma and her community efforts and much more….
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Russell Youngblood, a Senior Solutions Architect at OutSystems. Russell’s technology career began in the mid-90s, during which he worked with a range of technologies, including ASP.NET, ColdFusion, and Java. Over his seven years with OutSystems, he started on the training team, helping new customers succeed in their early stages of application development. He then transitioned to Pre-Sales, and now, as a Senior Solutions Architect, he collaborates closely with OutSystems Account Executives, engages with prospective clients, and offers technical expertise throughout the sales and evaluation process.
In this episode, they discuss:
👉🏽 Russell's journey in technology
👉🏽 Training and developer resistance
👉🏽 Impact of Low-Code on businesses
👉🏽 Common pain points in development
👉🏽 AI Integration in Low-Code Development
👉🏽 Future of OutSystems and Developer Success
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of chatting with Mykyta Romanishyn, a Mendix developer from Ukraine who is now living in the Netherlands. Mykyta’s story is fascinating: he spent 10 years as a professional football goalkeeper, but injuries and the pandemic forced him to rethink his path. That’s when he decided to dive into the world of IT, starting as a frontend web developer. Unfortunately, the war in Ukraine meant he had to leave his home, which brought him to the Netherlands. Here, he discovered Mendix and was fortunate to start his journey in low-code development.
In this episode, they discuss:
👉🏽 Transitioning from Football to IT
👉🏽 Relocating to the Netherlands and job search challenges
👉🏽 Dealing with imposter syndrome
👉🏽 The importance of guidance and learning from others
👉🏽 Transferable skills and learning curve
👉🏽 Building a personal brand and networking
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Pramod Jain, an OutSystems MVP with over 18 years of experience, including over 12 years dedicated to OutSystems. He has played a pivotal role in growing the OutSystems community in Bhopal, India. In addition to his expertise in low code, Pramod is a passionate poet and, like many Indians, an avid cricket enthusiast.
In this episode, they discuss:
👉🏽 Transition to Low Code development
👉🏽 Building a Low Code Community in Bhopal
👉🏽 Challenges and successes in adoption
👉🏽 The power of Low Code platforms
👉🏽 Innovations in OutSystems
👉🏽 The necessity of Low Code in modern development
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Micha Friede, a Mendix MVP with nearly 30 years of experience in the technology industry. Micha has spent the last 18 years at CLEVR, where he has held various roles and now serves as the Academy Lead, overseeing Learning and Certification initiatives.
In this episode, they discuss:
👉🏽 Micha's journey in IT and introduction to Mendix
👉🏽 Transition to Training and the CLEVR Academy
👉🏽 Becoming an MVP and the role of Training in growing the Mendix Community
👉🏽 The impact of AI on Low-Code Development
👉🏽 Low-code's transformative impact on the software development landscape
👉🏽 The importance of active participation in the Low-Code community
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Matt Montano, Co-Founder of CasinoSoft, a company specializing in anti-money laundering and taxation solutions for brick-and-mortar casinos. In 2006, CasinoSoft developed an early version of ComplianceCore using C#. However, the system became rigid and difficult for their small team to maintain and update over time. By 2018, they began exploring low-code platforms and ultimately chose Mendix for its flexible cloud deployment, customizable features, and seamless integration capabilities.
In this episode, they discuss:
👉🏽 Transitioning from traditional development to low-code
👉🏽 Building ComplianceCore with Mendix
👉🏽 Insights as a citizen developer
👉🏽 The speed and efficiency benefits of low-code
👉🏽 Leveraging AI for compliance solutions
👉🏽 Expanding into other gaming sectors
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Rodrigo Sousa Coutinho, Co-Founder and AI Product Manager at OutSystems. Since co-founding the company in 2001, Rodrigo has been instrumental in shaping its vision and product design. From the start, he has focused on finding innovative, pragmatic ways to accelerate the delivery of enterprise applications. Today, he is at the forefront of integrating AI into the platform, driving unprecedented developer productivity and enabling customers to fully leverage cutting-edge AI technologies. One exciting example is the much-anticipated Project Morpheus, which will be showcased at next week's One Conference in Amsterdam.
In this episode, they discuss:
👉🏽 Wearing multiple hats during his 20+ years with OutSystems
👉🏽 Overcoming skepticism and building relationships in the early days
👉🏽 The power of real customer success stories
👉🏽 The benefits of AI features in Low Code development
👉🏽 Challenges faced and proudest moments at OutSystems
👉🏽 Project Morpheus and advancing AI capabilities
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We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.
As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.
But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.
With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.
Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.
This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Manuel Salgado, Head of Training and Education at OutSystems. Manuel oversees the company's education and training initiatives, which include boot camps, certification programs, and a global network of Training Partners and Certified Trainers.
In this episode, they discuss:
👉🏽 Manuel's journey into technology and education
👉🏽 Building OutSystems Training and Certification programs
👉🏽 The importance of Certifications
👉🏽 The importance of rigorous Certification exams
👉🏽 Training Partners and their impact
👉🏽 Future changes in Certification and Training
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Cal Watson, a Solutions Architect at Mendix. Cal's programming journey began at the young age of 12 when his family got their first computer, he naturally became the go-to tech support, figuring out how everything worked. This sparked his passion for technology, which ultimately led him to pursue a career as a developer. As a traditional developer, Cal always approached his work with a craftsman's mindset. However, it wasn't until his interview with Mendix—where he had to build something hands-on—that he truly recognized the power of low-code.
In this episode, they discuss:
👉🏽 Common challenges in Financial Services and Insurance
👉🏽 Key features of the Mendix Platform for BFSI clients
👉🏽 How Mendix addresses security and compliance concerns
👉🏽 Low-Code adoption and overcoming skepticism
👉🏽 The role of AI in Low-Code development
👉🏽 Tips for traditional developers embracing Low-Code
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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:
👉🏽 The importance of Community in Mendix's strategy
👉🏽 Expanding the Mendix community globally through partnerships
👉🏽 The value of meetups in knowledge sharing and networking
👉🏽 Establishing regional communities to cater to specific needs
👉🏽 The importance of building and maintaining relationships
👉🏽 Future plans for the Mendix community
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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:
👉🏽 Introduction to Low Code platforms
👉🏽 Highlighting Mendix’s impressive features
👉🏽 Exploring Mendix’s AI Capabilities
👉🏽 Expanding the Mendix Community in Poland
👉🏽 Addressing skepticism and adopting Low Code
👉🏽 Envisioning the future of Low Code and AI
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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:
👉🏽 Why he moved from Jordan to KSA
👉🏽 How the low-code community in KSA has grown rapidly
👉🏽 OutSystems standing out for its focus on developer experience
👉🏽 OutSystems AI capabilities
👉🏽 Driving Digital Transformation in the GCC with Low-Code
👉🏽 Selecting the Right Platform and Partner for Low-Code Success
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Mendix MVP Ömer Kafaoğlu. Ömer 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, Ömer 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:
👉🏽 Initial Impressions of Mendix
👉🏽 Benefits of Mendix for SAP Customers
👉🏽 Key Features of the Mendix platform
👉🏽 Spreading the word and becoming an MVP
👉🏽 Skeptics testing Low-Code platforms
👉🏽 Developing a Low-Code Community and Training in Germany
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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:
👉🏽 Being introduced to computers at a young age.
👉🏽 Frustrations of working with Java.
👉🏽 Discovering OutSystems and first impressions.
👉🏽 Benefits of learning from a Senior rather than self-learning.
👉🏽 Benefits of the OutSystems platform.
👉🏽 Aspirations and Involvement in the OutSystems Community.
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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:
👉🏽 Discovering his passion for technology at a young age.
👉🏽 Joining Rolls-Royce and adopting Power Platform.
👉🏽 Exploring Mendix as an additional tool to integrate with Siemens toolsets.
👉🏽 Mendix and Power Platform serving different purposes and not being competitors.
👉🏽 Building a Learning Academy for Citizen Developers.
👉🏽 Responsible AI Usage at Rolls-Royce.
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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:
👉🏽 Initial skepticism towards Low Code
👉🏽 Introducing OutSystems to Humana
👉🏽 Challenges of convincing others about Low Code
👉🏽 The Future of Low Code and the Role of AI
👉🏽 Objectives at Emids Low Code
👉🏽 Diversifying into other Low Code platforms
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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 world’s 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:
👉🏽 The shift in perception of Low Code
👉🏽 Digital Transformation in the Federal Government
👉🏽 Partnerships and collaboration in the Federal Ecosystem
👉🏽 The intersection of Low Code and AI
👉🏽 Innovating citizen-facing experiences
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50-100 Hours vs. 700-1000 Hours: What’s 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:
👉🏽 Advantages of Low Code Development
👉🏽 Transition to Blue Green Solutions
👉🏽 Emphasis on Unit Testing and Knowledge Sharing
👉🏽 The Future of Low Code and AI
👉🏽 High Code vs. Low Code Communities
👉🏽 Aspirations for Blue Green Solutions
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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:
👉🏽 Elliot's journey to OutSystems.
👉🏽 The transformational potential of OutSystems.
👉🏽 The power of Low-Code and AI.
👉🏽 Success stories with the OutSystems platform.
👉🏽 AI-Infused solutions at OutSystems.
👉🏽 Addressing skepticism and building awareness.
👉🏽 Future plans and exciting developments.
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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:
👉🏽 First Impressions of Mendix.
👉🏽 Impact of Siemens' Acquisition of Mendix.
👉🏽 Building Customer Confidence Amid Skepticism.
👉🏽 Overcoming Resistance from Traditional Development Teams.
👉🏽 The Future of Low-Code Platforms and AI Integration.
👉🏽 Upcoming Innovations and Strategic Focus Areas for Mendix.
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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:
👉🏽 Andy's travels and early career at P&G.
👉🏽 Customer success story using OutSystems.
👉🏽 How well graduates adapt to OutSystems compared to experienced developers.
👉🏽 The unique strengths of the OutSystems platform.
👉🏽 The benefits of AI-assisted development with OutSystems.
👉🏽 Efforts to increase OutSystems awareness in Scotland.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Mendix Expert and MVP, Jérémie Degrave. Jérémie'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, Jérémie is a driving force in the Mendix community in Belgium.
In this episode, they discuss:
👉🏽 His first impressions of the Mendix platform.
👉🏽 Mendix’s global reach.
👉🏽 Building a local community in Belgium.
👉🏽 Requesting Mendix to develop an AI tool for documenting complete logic processes.
👉🏽 The adoption of low-code solutions by Belgian companies.
👉🏽 His goal to support non-profit organizations using his Mendix expertise.
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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:
👉🏽 Transitioning from Pharmacy to IT.
👉🏽 Advice for New Developers Entering Low-Code Development.
👉🏽 Challenges New Developers Face in the Job Market.
👉🏽 Joining OutSystems User Groups in Australia.
👉🏽 Views on Low-Code and AI.
👉🏽 Advantages for Traditional Developers Using OutSystems.
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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:
👉🏽 How she became a proficient coder without any prior IT experience.
👉🏽 Joining Mendix after initially being skeptical of Low Code.
👉🏽 Digital transformation through the lens of Low Code.
👉🏽 Mendix's digital transformation initiatives.
👉🏽 Challenges customers face in their digital transformation journey.
👉🏽 Creating awareness for Women in Tech, LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity.
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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:
👉🏽 Early career challenges and the decision to return to studies.
👉🏽 Morgan Lewis' distinctive approach to helping its attorneys stand out.
👉🏽 The strategy and thought process behind partnering with OutSystems.
👉🏽 The details of the implementation.
👉🏽 How it’s changed the landscape for customers.
👉🏽 The firm’s AI approach.
👉🏽 The benefits of Low Code for other businesses.
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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:
👉🏽 Composting and playground park crawls with his kids.
👉🏽 First impression of the OutSystems platform.
👉🏽 Favourite features of the platform.
👉🏽 Preferred ways to use AI.
👉🏽 Advice for junior developers using AI.
👉🏽 Most interesting projects he has been involved in.
👉🏽 Why traditional developers should consider OutSystems.
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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:
👉🏽 Identifying the key drivers for change
👉🏽 Why Low Code emerged as a solution.
👉🏽 Evaluating the vendor selection process and the decision to choose Mendix.
👉🏽 Detailing the implementation process.
👉🏽 Addressing resistance from traditional developers towards Low Code.
👉🏽 Key Mendix features that have benefited the business.
👉🏽 Developing knowledge bots with Generative AI.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of speaking with Andreia Tulcidás, 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:
👉🏽 Andreia's journey into Community Engagement.
👉🏽 The integral role of Community in OutSystems' Mission and Values.
👉🏽 The advantages of Community Engagement for OutSystems and its users.
👉🏽 Navigating the transition from in-person to remote events amid the pandemic.
👉🏽 A sneak peek into what's in store for Developer Days & One Conference this year.
👉🏽 Valuable insights for those interested in pursuing a career in Community Engagement.
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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:
👉🏽 The rationale behind selecting Low Code for developing Hapi.
👉🏽 The decision-making process that led to choosing OutSystems as the platform.
👉🏽 The hurdles encountered in persuading developers to embrace Low Code methodology.
👉🏽 Evaluating both the challenges and successes experienced with Hapi.
👉🏽 Highlighting the standout features within the platform.
👉🏽 Perspectives on the comparison between Traditional Development and Low Code approaches.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the opportunity to chat with Senior Mendix Developer, Liam Hanninen. Liam's journey began with a profound interest in psychology and criminology, driven by his fascination with prisoner rehabilitation. However, after interning at several prisons, he struggled to find career paths that resonated with his passion. It was during this search that he stumbled upon programming. Starting with Python, Liam's journey led him to his first professional role, where he was introduced to Mendix.
In this episode, they delve into:
👉🏽 First impressions of Mendix.
👉🏽 Appreciation of certain Mendix features.
👉🏽 View on new AI capabilities.
👉🏽 Improvements he would like to see in the platform.
👉🏽 Message to those who don’t believe in low-code.
👉🏽 How low code can accelerate your career.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of engaging in a conversation with Sezen de Bruijn, a Lead Solution Architect at OutSystems in the Netherlands. Sezen actively promotes the benefits of OutSystems to businesses considering Low Code solutions, while also providing valuable guidance to experienced users to maximize their platform experience.
In this episode, they delve into:
👉🏽 Key drivers for companies considering OutSystems.
👉🏽 Clarifying company misconceptions surrounding Low Code.
👉🏽 Exploring customer inquiries on AI.
👉🏽 Insights and opinions on ODC.
👉🏽 ODC open days & what's in store.
👉🏽 What is the community saying about ODC.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of chatting with OutSystems MVP, Remco Dekkinga. Remco started his career as a Visual FoxPro Developer before becoming one of the early adopters of OutSystems in the Netherlands way back in 2006. Since then, he has been an integral member of the Dutch OutSystems community by sharing his knowledge and insights through writing articles, co-organizing OutSystems User Groups and speaking at several events. Last year Remco decided it was time for him to start his own company, Evergreen IT.
In this episode, they delve into:
👉🏽 Initial impressions of OutSystems.
👉🏽 Significant advances in the platform from 2006 to Present.
👉🏽 What excites him most about OutSystems' latest releases for ODC.
👉🏽 Highlighting projects that bring the most pride from involvement.
👉🏽 Exploring the growing acceptance of Low-Code among companies.
👉🏽 Why high code developers are missing an opportunity by not trying Low-Code.
👉🏽 Discussing the timing and motivations behind starting his own company, alongside future ambitions.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the privilege of chatting with Miguel Baltazar, the VP of Developers at OutSystems. Miguel's journey with OutSystems began over 20 years ago, when Paulo Rosado, shared his vision of revolutionizing application development. Upon witnessing the initial framework of the IDE and its integration capabilities, Miguel was deeply convinced of the potential to create a platform that enables rapid visual creation and delivery of applications.
Throughout this period, Miguel has held various pivotal roles within the company, including being among the first individuals to introduce OutSystems to Silicon Valley, USA.
In this episode, they delve into:
👉🏽 Exploring OutSystems and its Mission
👉🏽 Evolution of the OutSystems Platform Over 20 Years
👉🏽 Unpacking the Benefits of Low Code Development
👉🏽 Encouraging Traditional Developers to Embrace Low Code and its Career Acceleration Potential
👉🏽 Addressing Concerns about OutSystems Pricing and Migration from OS11 to ODC
👉🏽 Exciting New Features: Event-Driven Architecture and AI Integration
👉🏽 Community Initiatives to Anticipate in 2024
👉🏽 Miguel's Vision as VP of Developers at OutSystems
and much more….
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of chatting with Mendix Developer, Max Manoehoetoe. Max's introduction to Mendix occurred during a sabbatical from his Computer Science studies, when he ventured to the Netherlands and secured a position at Casix. Following a year-long tenure there, he opted to return to the UK, where he currently serves as a valuable member of PWC's Mendix Centre of Excellence team, all while continuing his academic pursuits.
In this episode, they delve into:
👉🏽 Initial Impressions of Mendix.
👉🏽 Balancing full-time work and studies and the motivations behind it.
👉🏽 Studying traditional code whilst working with Low Code.
👉🏽 Advocating for Mendix and Low Code adoption among peers at university.
👉🏽 How Low Code has accelerated his career.
👉🏽 Appreciating Mendix Marketplace Modules and Anticipating Postman Integration.
👉🏽 How can people start a career off as a Mendix developer.
👉🏽 Insights and Advice for Graduates Venturing into the Low Code Space.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of chatting with OutSystems Champion, Nivaldo Pereira. Nivaldo's journey with OutSystems began when he landed his first job in Portugal. Despite facing initial hurdles, he persevered, carving out a successful career path. Nivaldo's passion extends beyond personal achievement; he is deeply committed to promoting OutSystems in his homeland of Cape Verde, as well as in Guinea-Bissau and other Portuguese-speaking African nations, aiming to spark greater adoption and awareness of the platform. Additionally, Nivaldo hopes that by showcasing talent from these regions, companies will recognize and tap into the rich pool of potential waiting to be discovered.
In this episode, they delve into:
👉🏽 Why opting for a boot camp is advantageous over self-learning in the early stages of your OutSystems career.
👉🏽 Gaining a deeper appreciation for OutSystems while working with traditional code.
👉🏽 The PALOP Project, aimed at introducing OutSystems to Portuguese-speaking African countries.
👉🏽 Expressing enthusiasm for OutSystems Aggregate & Lifetime functionalities.
👉🏽 Insights into desired enhancements for the platform.
👉🏽 The "Rafa OutSystems challenge," recommended for skeptics of low-code development.
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of chatting with Rene van Hofwegen, Mendix MVP and founder of the Low-code Academy. Rene's low-code journey kicked off 14 years back when he joined Mendix as a consultant/trainer, way back when the company was just a tight-knit crew of 30. Fueled by his love for teaching and helping others, he later founded his own business, the Low-code Academy.
In this episode, they delve into:
👉🏽 Rene’s early career as an airplane mechanic and then high school teacher
👉🏽 How he came to know and work for Mendix as a trainer
👉🏽 Crafting Mendix training and certification programs
👉🏽 How Mendix has evolved over the years from using version 2.5 to 10.8
👉🏽 Founding the Low Code Academy
👉🏽 How individuals from traditional or non-IT backgrounds can learn Mendix
👉🏽 Rene’s future goals and ambitions for his company
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of chatting with Ricardo Rocha, who serves as the Managing Director for North America at Noesis. Noesis is a leading international technology consulting firm, boasting over 25 years of experience in providing innovative solutions to bolster companies' operations and digital evolution, boasting a robust low code offering in partnership with OutSystems.
In this episode, they delve into:
👉🏽 His Career in sales and marketing
👉🏽 Relocating to the US with his wife and 3 young kids
👉🏽 Noesis history with OutSystems
👉🏽 Why customers value OutSystems
👉🏽 Projects that Noesis are proud of
👉🏽 OutSystems awareness in US vs EU
👉🏽 Ricardo’s goals and ambitions for the US
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This week, Feroz Khan had the pleasure of chatting with Christopher Robin-Kennedy, the IT Systems Manager at Altrad Sparrows, a global leader in providing specialized equipment and integrated engineering services to the energy and industrial sectors.
In this episode, they delve into:
👉🏽 First impressions of Low Code & OutSystems
👉🏽 His journey as the sole developer for his company over 4 years
👉🏽 The motivations behind pursuing an MBA
👉🏽 Benefits of AI Mentor Studio
👉🏽 Exciting features he envisions for the platform
👉🏽 How his collaboration with OutSystems has propelled his career forward
👉🏽 Insights into why organizations should embrace Low Code
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In the final episode of 2023, our conversation delves into Clark Swain's journey as the former CEO/President of Cloud Development Resources (CDR), a low-code consultancy that harnessed the potential of the OutSystems platform. Their focus was on delivering tailor-made web and mobile applications to clients spanning diverse industries and geographical regions. Clark spearheaded the company's strategic vision, expansion, and day-to-day operations from its establishment in March 2019 until its acquisition by EMIDS in December 2021.
During our discussion, Clark shares the genesis of CDR, highlighting the distinguishing factors that set them apart. He sheds light on the process of building a multinational workforce of over 200 professionals across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. Additionally, he details how ITRAC Recruitment played a pivotal role in sourcing top-tier OutSystems talent on a global scale.
Furthermore, Clark provides insights into the decision-making process behind CDR's choice to sell the company and outlines the key considerations that contributed to a successful acquisition. He offers valuable advice and reflections for others aspiring to embark on a similar journey.
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In this episode, we chat with Kasja Maksymiak, a Mendix MVP, about her journey with Low Code. Back in 2015, a classmate introduced her to Mendix, sparking her interest. While studying in the Netherlands, Kasja took on a part-time role as a Mendix Developer. After graduating, she explored opportunities in IoT and Cyber Security but realized her passion lay in developing with Mendix. So, she decided to return to it full-time.
Kasja shares some standout features of the platform that have been incredibly useful for her and expresses her anticipation for future advancements. She's keen on attending User Groups in the Netherlands and Poland, and as one of the four women globally recognized as a Mendix MVP, she sheds light on her experiences as a woman in the low-code sphere. Kasja is actively involved in expanding the presence of women in technology through her initiative, Low Code Ladies.
Excited about her new role as a Mendix MVP, Kasja is dedicated to empowering and advocating for women in the low-code space, striving to make a difference.
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In this episode, we have a conversation with Greg Whitten, who is a Co-Founder of Accelerated Focus and the first OutSystems MVP in Canada. Greg shares his journey from being a high code developer using .Net for 20 years to discovering OutSystems. After experimenting with the platform, he became convinced it was the way forward. This led him to Co-Found Accelerated Focus with his 2 business partners.
During our conversation, Greg delves into the trending topic of AI. He expresses a belief that it would be beneficial if AI could examine the code and applications you've created, and generate tests for them.
Greg also addresses a common concern among traditional developers who are considering a switch to Low Code. He emphasizes that shifting to Low Code doesn't mean starting from scratch. He believes that the skills acquired as a developer can be easily transferred because it's the developer's mindset that empowers their ability to develop, not solely the language or tool they use.
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In this episode, we have a conversation with US-based Mendix MVP Micah McMullen, who works as Director of Software Engineering at eXp Realty.
Micah's journey with Mendix began a decade ago whilst working on a very old web portal which was causing several issues before his CTO at the time discovered Mendix and before he knew it, he was going through Mendix training and hasn’t looked back since.
During our conversation, Micah reflects on the growth his witnessed in the Mendix Community in the United States since he started. He also talks about how he has expanded his own team by hiring both experienced Mendix Developers and traditional developers. He believes that those with a background in coding can become incredibly talented Mendix Developers.
Micah's dedication to giving back to the community is evident as he expresses his strong desire to mentor and assist others in their Mendix journey, just as he was once aided when he was first getting started.
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In this episode, we have the pleasure of talking with Ricardo Araújo, who once held the role of Global Community Director at OutSystems. Ricardo's tech journey began 25 years ago when he first stepped into the world of software development. What's even more fascinating is that he started learning to code at the tender age of 10.
In 2008, Ricardo's story took a significant turn when he joined OutSystems, an experience that eventually propelled him into the position of Global Community Director. During our conversation, Ricardo shares captivating insights into the ground-breaking initiatives he and his team undertook at OutSystems. This includes setting up remote development centres and professional services across the globe, scaling up the training team, and his instrumental role in nurturing and expanding the OutSystems community.
Ricardo delves into the specific strategies that fuelled the rapid growth of the OutSystems community on a global scale and how trust and engagement were cultivated in this space. He also opens up about the personal significance of his work, recounting memorable career moments that left a substantial positive impact.
Additionally, Ricardo talks about his current role as a key advisor and consultant, where he helps companies achieve their business goals. He generously shares invaluable advice for companies looking to revamp their customer success processes and enhance the overall customer experience. Ricardo's journey and wisdom provide a captivating and informative episode that's sure to resonate with our listeners.
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In this episode, we have a chat with Jan Schneider, a Mendix Expert and Trainer from the Netherlands. Initially, Jan had some doubts about the usefulness of low-code development, but his journey into the world of low-code began seven years ago when he became curious about how it could speed up the development process. After brief experiences with ServiceNow and OutSystems, Jan eventually found a home with Mendix.
He attributes his success to the encouraging and proactive Mendix community, as well as the capabilities of the technology itself. Jan also introduces us to his new venture, Maxon Low Code, a Training Agency with a special focus on training and certifying Mendix Developers for the Polish market.
Looking ahead, Jan shares his ambitions for the future, which include assisting companies in adopting machine learning tools with Mendix, and envisioning a thriving Mendix Polish community over the next decade.
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In this episode, we have a chat with Mark DeArmon, who works as a Customer Success Manager at OutSystems. Mark's career has been quite diverse, with experience in various roles within software product companies. However, he always had a passion for working with innovative and disruptive product companies, which eventually led him to join OutSystems almost eight years ago.
During our conversation, Mark shared some valuable insights he gained from working on projects and within the OutSystems platform. He also touched on his experiences leading programs and projects and discussed the concept of "5x development." Mark emphasized the importance of an organization's willingness to embrace change management in order to maximize the benefits and success of adopting the OutSystems platform.
Mark also delved into the potential of specific OutSystems features, such as App Feedback and AI Mentor Studio, giving us a glimpse of what's in the pipeline, particularly in terms of automation-related developments.
Furthermore, Mark talked about his role in assisting clients in transitioning from traditional development methods to Low Code development. He shared some inspiring success stories of customers who have created remarkable applications, illustrating the incredible power of Low Code. Mark's infectious enthusiasm for OutSystems is bound to inspire both developers and customers, encouraging them to explore the vast potential of Low Code technology.
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In this episode, we have a conversation with James Andrade, who is the Founder and Trainer at Trusted, a low-code development school that's all about the OutSystems platform.
James speaks about his entire 9-year career with OutSystems and how he decided to relocate from Brazil to Portugal to help his career and give his family a better lifestyle.
Education has always been close to James' heart; he believes it's his calling to help others improve their lives. In 2020, he took the plunge and founded his company, Trusted, which offers tailored Academies, Bootcamps, and Workshops for individuals and companies. James shares the immense satisfaction and pride he feels when someone from his training programs lands their first job as an OutSystems Developer.
A big thank you to James who hasn’t been speaking English for very long, but he stepped out of his comfort zone to inspire others to do the same.
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In this episode, we have a conversation with Idlir Islamaj, a consultant specializing in Power Platform. Idlir's journey into the world of technology led him to discover Power Platform in 2018, and it was a case of love at first sight. During our discussion, Idlir delves into the versatile nature of low-code platforms, shedding light on how they facilitate hybrid approaches that emphasize adaptability and flexibility.
Furthermore, Idlir explores the synergy between artificial intelligence and low-code development, highlighting how this integration streamlines the initial stages of application creation, enabling organizations to launch their solutions rapidly and cost-effectively.
Beyond his work, Idlir also shares his deep commitment to the Power Platform community and his unwavering dedication to pushing the boundaries of what can be achieved with low-code development. He aspires to create solutions that genuinely impact people's lives, and he actively shares valuable insights through his YouTube channel, "Power Shot."
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In this episode, we have a conversation with Mendix MVP Derek Gardiner who tells us about his unique career journey, originally starting out as a Java developer in South Africa before moving into a business analyst role, where he was first made aware of low-code platforms. Immediately recognising the value of the technology, Derek moved to Cape Town specifically to work as a Mendix Business Engineer, and later Co-Founded Comotion, a technology business that has gone on to create Comotion Lowcode, ComoDash, Seed Analytics and HireBright.
Derek also highlights his commitment to the growth of the low code community and to further a widespread understanding of the value and potential of low code to drive business solutions. Derek also shares his view on the future of low-code and the potential interplay with emerging AI technologies such as ChatGPT.
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In this episode, we have a conversation with Menno Cramer, who currently serves as the Head of Solution Delivery & Experience at OutSystems. Menno's journey is quite intriguing; he originally trained as a neuroscientist but found himself drawn into the world of Technology. His career kicked off in London, but he had a strong desire to contribute to a rapidly growing, innovative global organization. This desire ultimately led him to leave London and relocate to Lisbon to join the OutSystems team.
Within the OutSystems ecosystem, Menno is known as the go-to person for all things related to UX. During our discussion, Menno shares his perspective on whether it's preferable to have a dedicated full-time designer or if one developer can effectively handle both aspects, especially considering the evolving landscape of the platform, including the introduction of Project Morpheus.
In this episode, we speak to Advait Sawant from OutSystems who was born and educated in Mumbai, Advait began his career working with Oracle Database and Pro-C. After completing his MBA at Lancaster University in the UK, he returned to India before eventually moving to the US. He was introduced to OutSystems in 2017 and was instantly intrigued by its potential, before joining the company in early 2022.
Advait talks about the explosive growth of Low Code technology and its profound impact on the business landscape. Advait throws light on how OutSystems is empowering organizations to enhance revenue, reduce costs, and mitigate risks, all while combating shadow IT issues along with delving into the unique concept of AI Mentor, discussing its role in monitoring technical debt.
In this episode, we speak to Mendix MVP Nuno Costa from Portugal who talks about his 20-year career which started as a graphic designer before moving to traditional development and then being introduced to Mendix when he was working with Siemens before moving to his current role where he leads the Mendix practise at Bool.
Nuno also talks about what led to him being recognised as a MVP along with his mission to grow an army of Mendix developers in the Iberia region.
In this episode, we speak to our first Power Platform guest Enea Liçaj who gives us an overview of the different solutions which are offered by Microsoft with their Low Code offering which includes Power BI, Power Apps, Power Pages, Power Automate and Power Virtual Agents.
Enea talks about how he first started using Power Platform, interesting projects that he has worked on and why he decided to start his own YouTube channel.
In this episode, we speak to Co-founder of Product League Miguel Seabra Melo who talks about his career journey which started in the UK as a Software Engineer in the gaming industry before deciding to move back to Portugal where he was one of the early members to join OutSystems in 2001 where he had an incredible 15-year journey. He then decided he was ready for a new challenge and moved to the Netherlands where he eventually Co-Founded Product League, an OutSystems consulting partner.
Miguel also talks about his view on the future of Low Code along with the role he thinks Generative AI will play.
In this episode, we speak to Low Code expert Isaac Blaise who shares his remarkable journey and extensive experience working with two leading Low Code platforms, OutSystems and Appian. Isaac has witnessed firsthand the incredible advantages that these platforms offer and has been amazed by the boundless power of Low Code.
Isaac also speaks about his experience dealing with companies that were considering Low Code along with conversations he had with traditional developers when running training sessions.
In this episode, we speak to Mendix Developer Ryan Mocke who started his journey with Mendix in South Africa in 2014 before relocating to the UK in 2018 to work for Capgemini. After visiting Mendix offices in the Netherlands Ryan thought it would be great to work for Mendix themselves and soon enough he was hired as a Developer Evangelist.
Ryan talks about embracing his role in helping the Mendix developer community grow by posting regular training videos, blogs and much more which you can find on his LinkedIn page and Mendix YouTube channel.
In this episode, we speak to OutSystems MVP Kilian Croese from the Netherlands. Kilian talks about going on a 2-year volunteering mission with his church before joining Capgemini where he was exposed to Mendix which kicked off his Low Code journey.
Once he left Capgemini Kilian had the chance to work with both Mendix and OutSystems before he joined Team Resilience where he is now purely OutSystems focused.
Kilian's dedication and contributions to the Low Code community have been recognised through his achievements as both a Mendix MVP in 2019 and an OutSystems MVP.
In this episode, we speak to Low Code Evangelist & Developer Adam Reynolds. He talks about having a 10-plus-year career in .net development before moving to Low Code in 2018, starting with OutSystems and then moving to Mendix before joining his current company which allows him to now look at all kinds of Low Code platforms.
Adam also talks about his love for Low Code and what makes it something everyone should consider looking into and giving it a go.
In this episode, we speak to OutSystems Tech Lead Ricardo Antunes. Ricardo talks about starting his career with Deloitte working with SAP before them introducing him to OutSystems in 2014. Even though he was being approached for many SAP roles Ricardo was keen to pursue a career with OutSystems. This allowed him to go out of his comfort zone and move to the Netherlands, where he stayed for 3 years before deciding he wanted to return to Portugal. Even though he wanted to return to Portugal he really liked the Dutch working culture, so he then joined Dutch OutSystems Partner Team Resilience and has since helped them build out their Portugal OutSystems Team. Ricardo also talks about his other interest which is in stocks and shares which he has been investing in for the last 7 years.
In this episode, we speak to Senior OutSystems Developer João Pereira from Portugal who is based in London. João speaks about only knowing Python prior to starting his first job where he was exposed to OutSystems for the first time. After working as an OutSystems Developer for over 3 years he decided it was time to go outside of his comfort zone and work in another country, so he decided to relocate to the UK but faced the challenge of moving to a new country right before a global pandemic. It’s now getting close to 3 years since his move and João has shown great progression in his career along with now being one of the organisers of London’s OutSystems user group.
In this episode, we speak to OutSystems Champion and Lead Consultant Michael de Guzman from The Philippines. Michael has been in the software engineering space for 25 years now and he talks about starting his career as a college professor teaching computer science before deciding he wanted some programming experience working for software companies rather than teaching by the book with a view to hopefully one day return to teaching and share his knowledge. After many years of working with Traditional programming Michael was introduced to OutSystems in 2018 which he absolutely loves and plans to continue working with till he retires.
Due to his love of OutSystems and teaching Michael is now also running training sessions for universities in his province which he hopes will help fill the developer shortage.
In this episode, we speak with OutSystems MVP & Associate Architect Salman Ansari from India who talks about starting his career as a .Net Developer before taking up an OutSystems Developer role in his hometown of Bhopal in 2015. Salman was able to pick up OutSystems quickly by watching their online video tutorials and even launched his first forge component within a few days which other people started to use which really lifted his confidence. Fast forward 7 years and now he has 50 plus forge components earning him the name Forge Superstar!
In this episode, we speak with OutSystems Developer Matthew Harvey from the UK who talks about deciding to do a Degree Apprenticeship rather than your standard degree where you just attend university full time. Even though it wasn’t easy and forced him to make certain sacrifices he was lucky to be exposed to OutSystems early on in his journey which played to his advantage when he graduated. Once he graduated Matthew was able to look for opportunities for higher-level OutSystems Developers rather than graduate opportunities due to the experience he had gained during his degree apprenticeship.
When speaking to Matthew I could clearly hear the passion in his voice for the platform and I can see him having a great career with this amazing platform.
In this episode, we speak with OutSystems Developer Filipa Almeida from Portugal who talks about starting her career as a pastry chef which she did for 7 years before deciding she needed a change so when the pandemic hit, she decided to join an upskilling program which allowed her to learn OutSystems. Once she completed the program, she was offered an internship at OutSystems which led to her now being an employee.
Filipa’s OutSystems journey is still very young, but she is another example that no matter what your background you can make the switch to Low Code if you have the will to learn.
In this episode, we speak with OutSystems Developer Sofia Ikbal from Portugal who talks about having a 10-year career in the medical industry and being a key worker during the pandemic before switching to OutSystems 1.5 years ago after hearing about it many years before. She talks about learning so much in such a short space of time to also having the opportunity to speak at OSDC 2021.
Sofia is the perfect example that no matter your professional background you can work with Low Code if you have the determination to learn.
In this episode, we speak with Senior OutSystems Developer Negin Nafissi from the Netherlands. Negin talks about pushing to break the barrier of women in tech by graduating from a class that had 96% male students and 4% females. She then set out to start a career in .Net but was offered a role to work with OutSystems instead which turned out to be a great career choice.
She also talks about the importance of the OutSystems Community and how she is excited to start the first OutSystems Persian-speaking user group.
In this episode, we speak with Development Manager and OutSystems MVP Manish Jawla. Manish talks about building his career as a strong .Net Developer before risking it all in 2014 and learning OutSystems even though those around him advised him not to. Fast forward to now and those who advised him not to take the risk are now also OutSystems developers with the help and guidance of Manish.
He also talks about relocating to the UK from India, becoming an MVP and how he got to his current role as Development Manager.
In this episode, we speak with Frontend OutSystems Developer and Champion Márcio Carvalho. He talks about having an interest in Frontend Development after graduating, so he was lucky to start his career with a company totally focused on Frontend. This is where he was introduced to OutSystems for the first time.
He also talks about him, and his girlfriend deciding to experience a different culture and improve his English which led him to leave Portugal for the UK which he also hoped would be better for his career which so far it has been.
In this episode, we speak with OutSystems Champion Manish Gupta from India. Manish talks about starting his career as a Business Analyst and then moving to OutSystems when he joined Ranosys. He talks about how in such a short space of time he fell in love with the platform and how he is running several initiatives to help spread the word of OutSystems and Low Code.
He also talks about being a black belt in karate and holding 2 records in India, one of which is for crushing beer cans with his feet and how he has recently become a father to a baby girl.
In this episode, we speak to OutSystems Champion and Trainer David Castro from Portugal. David speaks about hearing the term digital transformation for many years and wanted to be part of these projects so he left behind a good position working for projects with NATO & Portuguese Navy and pursued a career in OutSystems.
Five years on and David is now an advocate, trainer and mentor for OutSystems and his love and passion for the platform shines through when speaking with him.
In this episode, we speak to Sydney based OutSystems Tech Lead Ossama Ghanem who speaks about being introduced to OutSystems when visiting his family in Kuwait during his University holidays where he picked up an internship with Advanced Technology Company and from that moment he knew he wanted a career in Low Code and OutSystems. He also talks about his journey so far which has bought him to his current employer Phoenix Dx and how he hopes to be able to give back to the community since he has become a Certified OutSystems Trainer.
In this episode, we speak to OutSystems Developer Abeer ElAsaal from Egypt who is now residing in the Netherlands. She talks about being the first-ever certified OutSystems Developer from Egypt, along with relocating to the Netherlands in the middle of a pandemic and joining LINKIT who have been a very supportive employer in allowing her to spread the word of Low Code and OutSystems in Egypt by running User Groups.
In this episode, we speak to OutSystems Champion Ricardo Pereira about his journey with OutSystems and how much he loves the platform. He talks about loving the challenge and journey of completing all the certifications along with having the honour of publishing his first book called Rapid Application Development with OutSystems. He also talks about why Low Code is the technology of the future and companies that are adopting it are ahead of others.
In this episode we speak to OutSystems MVP João Marques. João talks about starting off his career with one of the Big 4 where he was exposed to OutSystems in a short project which was enough for him to realise he wanted a career in Low Code. Being someone who loves to travel he also talks about moving from Portugal to Netherlands and adapting to the new culture and work environment which has now led him to enter the world of freelancing which will allow him to work from anywhere in world.
In this episode we speak to OutSystems MVP William Antunes from Brazil. William talks about starting off his career with .net then moving to OutSystems in 2012 where he worked with both Low Code and traditional code for many years. As OutSystems wasn’t that big in Brazil William decided he would move to Portugal however he ended up in the Netherlands instead even though he didn’t speak Dutch or much English. He also talks about his passion of writing articles and sharing his knowledge which led to him becoming an MVP.
In this episode we speak to Cristiano Marques OutSystems MVP & Software Development Manager at Vopak in the Netherlands. After being introduced to OutSystems by someone in his family Cristiano managed to get a job working directly with OutSystems where he was able to learn from some of the best developers around. He then decided to make a move to the Netherlands and joined Vopak who is the world’s leading independent tank storage company and adopted OutSystems in 2015 to spearhead its legacy escape.
In this episode we speak to OutSystems MVP Nikhil Gaur from India. Nikhil talks about starting off his career with .net then moving to OutSystems in 2017 which he immediately fell in love with and soon became an MVP in 2020 due to his work with the community. He also talks about how he has tried to spread the word of low code and OutSystems in his hometown in India by visiting his university and advising students to follow a career in Low Code.
In this episode we speak to OutSystems MVP João Heleno from Portugal. Following his degree in which he learnt traditional code João decided to take an internship with OutSystems in which he got to learn from the very best OutSystems Developers which was enough for him to decide he wanted a career in Low Code.
He talks about his 11 year career journey so far with OutSystems which started with version 5 and some of the key features they have released in the last decade.
In this episode we speak to OutSystems MVP Rafael Pereira from Brazil. Rafa talks about his career journey which started as a designer and how by moving to Portugal exposed him to OutSystems which has now led him to having his own company in Brazil called Digital Alchimia.
He also talks about his OutSystems training school which he set up in Portuguese for those who cannot speak English and how he explains Low-Code to the haters who are still not convinced and insist on writing code.
In this episode we speak to Daniël Kuhlmann, OutSystems MVP and Software Development Manager at Product League.
Daniël started to learn coding from 10 years old from his father, which led to him having a keen interest in programming and starting his career as a Cobol developer.
He talks about first coming across OutSystems in 2008 and not showing much interest to then coming across it again in 2015 when there was a lot more information available which made him fall in love with it.
In this episode we speak to Olga dos Santos Duarte, OutSystems MVP and Co-Founder of ForTrevo in Portugal. Olga talks about first coming across OutSystems at University in 2005 when it was unheard of, but knew from that point she was going to pursue a career in it. She also talks about finding her place in the community by organising all the user groups in Portugal which led to her becoming and MVP.
In this episode we speak to OutSystems MVP Orla Dijkink about her journey from Cobol Developer to OutSystems Developer.
First introduced to OutSystems by her company in 2015, Orla has been developing with OutSystems for 6 years and enjoying every minute, working for one of the leading OutSystems partners in the Netherlands.
Orla is now one of few female OutSystems MVPs who is leading the charge for women in tech and programming.
In this episode, we meet Steve Dalgleish, Head of Technology at the Edinburgh based law firm Shepherd and Wedderburn.
Learn how Steve spearheaded Digital Transformation using OutSystems to gain significant efficiency and improved customer experience, whilst building up the OS team.
An early adopter since 2014, OutSystems has enabled streamlining of internal operations as well as enhancing customer experience through building innovative customer facing applications.
In this episode, we speak to Tiffany Lauria, Director of Digital Product Delivery at Minnesota based Constellation.
Constellation are a partnership of medical professional liability insurers and health service companies specialising in helping insurers manager through medical liability cases.
Learn how Constellation built a slick digital solution in 4 months using OutSystems to manage the entire process for claims including auto billing, increasing efficiency, and saving time for all involved.
In this episode, we speak to Justin James, OutSystems MVP and Chief Architect at Cloud Development Resources.
Justin was first introduced to OutSystems in 2009 when it was not really heard of so he talks about how he went from being sceptical in the beginning to then building an app that he had estimated would take 3-6 months in just 3 days using OutSystems.
We also hear about Justin’s first trip to Portugal where he got himself an OutSystems tattoo and his first experience with tuna pizza.
In this episode Stuart Harris, Software Development Lead at Kiandra, talks about how he has embraced OutSystems, and how this has given Kiandra’s customers competitive edge in their Digital Transformation. Kiandra is an award winning IT consultancy and OutSystems Partner based in Melbourne, Australia.
In this episode we talk to Jan Gapinski, COO at Graden Mattson AB, a leading Swedish based Contact Service Centre Provider. Learn how since adopting OutSystems, Gradén Mattsson has completely transformed their sales and customer applications — establishing an in-house dev team to rebuild the two business-critical apps and reducing their manual workload by 80%.
In this episode we speak to OutSystems MVP João Neves Sousa about his journey through .Net to project management to OutSystems. He talks about moving to the Netherlands and combining meet up groups and how he got more and more involved in the OutSystems community and set up the first groups in Germany as well as his love for the platform and why its future is bright.
In this episode, we speak to Ricardo Artur Ribeiro, Chief Transformation Officer at Montepio Credito, a Portugal based leader in Credit Referencing.
Learn how Montepio Credito used OutSystems to build omni channel solutions for its customers during a major digital transformation program.
Using OutSystems has allowed them to gain competitive advantage in the market with the digital application process now 100% automated, credit approvals increasing by a factor of 48x and their 500 channel partner relationships strengthened.
In this episode we speak to Helder Santos, Director of Digital & IT at CMS Legal, a top 10 global law firm with operations in 40+ countries and 70 offices worldwide.
Find out how CMS has used OutSystems to increase value for customers and deliver better user experiences to internal audiences by delivering two new critical apps to meet their different needs, all while building critical collaboration across its diverse member firms and simplifying its IT systems.
In this episode, we speak to OutSystems MVP Marcelo Ferreira, Head of OutSystems at Near Partner, a Portugal based global software house.
Find out how Marcelo got into OutSystems in 2010 starting with version 4.2 to now using it for the last decade.
He also speaks about the importance of the OutSystems Community and how he went from using the Community to answer his own questions to someone who helped and guided others in the community, which led to him becoming an MVP in 2018.
In this episode, we speak with Nicholas Mates, Technical Lead at Chicago based Lendr, a rapidly growing provider of Working Capital and Factoring Solutions to business.
Find out how OutSystems has given the business significant competitive edge in today’s demanding and challenging environment. Nicholas talks about how developing solutions rapidly with minimal developer resources has provided more efficient solutions to solve customer problems.
In this episode we speak to OutSystems MVP Nuno Reis on what made him pursue a career with OutSystems when it wasn’t as well-known as it is today.
Nuno started using OutSystems since version 5.1 and was part of the first badge of MVP’s which were announced in 2016.
Nuno now runs his own company and is slowly growing his OutSystems team.
In this episode, we speak with Paul Spiller (Chief Architect) and Mike De Mello (Senior Technical Team Lead) at ieDigital, a leading UK Financial Services Solutions Consultancy.
Find out Paul and Mike’s thoughts on how Low Code is transforming technology solutions and how they have used OutSystems to solve customer problems across the industry.
In this episode we speak to our first of many OutSystems MVP’s Armando Gomes. Armando is an OutSystems expert and MVP since 2018.
In January 2020 he founded Volitional Software, a software house highly specialised in low-code and digital transformation. Their main focus is to enable OutSystems customers to reduce friction and time-to-market, increasing the ROI at the same time.
Listen in to find out how Armando got into OutSystems and his journey to becoming an MVP along with his views on the future of Low Code and OutSystems.
In this episode, we speak to Bruno Costa, Executive Partner at Infosistema, OutSystems Certified Partner about working with OutSystems from the early days and why OutSystems should be the technology of choice for todays clients and developers.
He also discusses Infosistema's Data Migration Manager (DMM) product especially built for OutSystems customers to transfer and migrate data across servers, environments.
In our inaugural episode we speak to Angus Kennedy, CTO and Co-Founder of Systems iO, an OutSystems Partner and platform reseller specialising in the insurance sector.
Angus has 26 years’ experience across the technology sector and has been involved in large programs and the successful delivery of complex systems integration projects, mergers, demergers and consolidation / change initiatives.
Listen in to find out how Angus got into the industry and his thoughts on OutSystems.