Autumn is a product manager at Microsoft Azure specializing in Linux security. In her previous role at AWS as a software engineer, she focused on the development and release of Amazon Corretto (Java) while actively engaging in the OpenJDK community; before that, she worked as an AWS NoSQL Solutions Architect and created educational content in Python and Java.

Autumn co-hosts the exciting new "Fork Around and Find Out" podcast, sharing stories on tech lessons learned, with her previous co-host of the popular "Ship It!" podcast. A proud mom and "Rewriting the Code" alumni, Autumn serves as the Board Chair of Education at MilSpouse Coders, leading the chapter in the Greater Seattle Area, due to her advocacy for collaborative learning and community development.

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The intersectionality of Human Psychology, Security and The Era of AI and Misinformation.

“If it were measured as a country, then cybercrime — which is predicted to inflict damages totaling $6 trillion USD globally in 2021 — would be the world’s third-largest economy after the U.S. and China.” – Steve Morgan, Editor-in-Chief of Cybercrime magazine

 On average, companies experience about 21 to 24 days of downtime after a ransomware attack, highlighting the significant impact of such incidents on business operations. Everyday technology is advancing at a faster rate than we can educate the general population. If a HongKong bank can be convinced to wire transfer 35 million dollars by a deep fake how do we protect grandma? Most people under 35 get their news and information from TikTok and social media platforms. How do we educate and safe guard the future?

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Barbie's Journey: A CI/CD Tale of Transformation

Barbie movie serves as a compelling analogy for understanding CI/CD in software development. Through a structured analysis of key plot points, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of CI/CD concepts and their practical applications in real-world scenarios.

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Empowering Women in Data: Shaping an Inclusive AI Future

Explore the vital role of women in shaping the future of data and its impact on AI. Delve into the reciprocal benefits of enhancing women's data skills and navigating unique challenges they face in technology. Uncover the transformative potential of accessible cloud computing for women in tech. Recognize the urgency of fostering diversity in data to combat bias and ensure an equitable AI future.

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