Cape Town Software Development Meetup

We're thrilled to announce that we'll be co-hosting an upcoming dev meetup with Deep South Devs and Interledger at the University of Cape Town!

This meetup will showcase how software developers are implementing innovative solutions, using real-world examples. Our goal for the evening is to bring together like-minded individuals who are passionate about building a more inclusive and sustainable digital payments ecosystem in South Africa.

What to Expect:

• Talks from industry experts
• Networking with fellow professionals and innovators
• Insights into the latest trends in fintech and financial services
• Free snacks, drinks, and food
• Awesome swag, raffle and prizes up for grabs!

Who Should Attend:

• Fintech entrepreneurs and startups
• Financial services professionals and industry experts
• Payment solution providers and innovators
• Digital financial inclusion advocates and enthusiasts
• Anyone interested in the Future of web monetization and open payments

Guest Speakers:

Talk 1 - Functional Programming: The secret ingredient to payments success
Discover how a functional programming mindset can help you to innovate, adapt, and thrive in a competitive payments landscape. I'll offer valuable insights to help developers and teams rethink their approach to modern software challenges.

Speaker: Robert Wood | https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-wood-
64a866241/
Rob has a background in computer science and computer engineering, paired with a passion for exploration and adventure. When he’s not at work, he’s likely scaling mountains, tackling ultra runs, or trying to make his perfect cup of coffee. A lifelong tinkerer, Rob channels his curiosity into software and hardware projects, always seeking to expand his skills and push the limits of his comfort zone.

Talk 2 - The Business of doing business with Interledger
Learn about how Interledger can advance digital payments and the people and organizations bringing it to life, all by making payments as easy as sending an email.

Speaker: Timea Nagy | https://www.linkedin.com/in/nagy-timea-35483024/
Timea has been a software developer for many years, mainly passionate about developing frontend and user experience. She has been part of the interesting world of Interledger since the end of 2022. Together with her team, she has built the Interledger Test Network to help people better understand the possibilities of Open Payments. Her passion is travelling, discovering as much as possible about this wonderful world we live in. Her flex is that she has travelled to all 7 continents.

Speaker: Nathan Lie | https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-lie-138a73121/
Nathan is a software developer who has been working on technologies built on Interledger since 2018. He now focuses on directly contributing to Interledger and Open Payments, hoping to lower the barriers for financial participation in global communities.

Talk 3 - How I vibe AI coding
AI coding tools have transformed software development, and in this talk we'll explore ways to use them well, pitfalls to avoid, and where vibe coding fits in. In the end, you'll be a better software engineer.

Speaker: George S van Heerden | https://www.linkedin.com/in/gsvh/
George is a self-taught software developer who loves clean code and can’t stand inconsistency. He believes any problem is solvable, if you can afford the AWS bill. Outside of coding, he spends his time birdwatching, hunting, and fishing.

Don't Miss Out!
Secure your spot today and join the conversation shaping the future of payments in Cape Town! By registering to participate in the meetup, you agree to adhere to the Interledger Foundation Code of Conduct Guidelines.

About Interledger:
The Interledger Foundation is proud to sponsor this edition of the meetup! Get ready for an exciting evening of learning, networking, and collaboration. Don’t miss the live demos and your chance to grab exclusive swag!

Address: School of Education, University of Cape Town, Neville Alexander Building, Corner Lovers Walk and University Crescent (lower campus), Rondebosch, Cape Town, 7700

Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1UcDSAhgeaoQk5qV6

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