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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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.

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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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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.

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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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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.

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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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• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory

AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.

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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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• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory

AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.

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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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• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory

AI creates momentum.
Execution creates advantage.

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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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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.

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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• Strategic Staffing
• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training
• Agentic AI Bootcamps
• CoE & Governance Advisory

AI creates momentum.
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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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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.

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 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.