Ten years ago I gave my first talk at FOSDEM. Back then I was pushing for better tooling to inspect systems, to avoid configuration drift, and for universal system descriptions (USD) — a way to consistently define Linux systems (see this talk).
2025 felt like a continuation of the momentum I built last year with Kairos—more code, more people, and more proof that collaboration beats any solo sprint. I spent the year balancing hands-on engineering with developer relations, and I kept learning that the best outcomes happen when we build with others, not just for them.
As we approach the end of 2024, I find it important to reflect on the milestones achieved this year and how they've shaped my journey as a software developer, technologist, and contributor to the Cloud Native ecosystem. This post is as much about sharing insights as it is about expressing gratitude for the opportunities and support I've received.