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# DevOn DevOps Meetup 2026 — AI, Cloud & DevOps

The way we build, deploy, and operate software is changing rapidly with the rise of AI, cloud-native technologies, and modern DevOps practices.
Join us for the DevOn DevOps Meetup 2026, an in-person gathering for technology professionals to learn, share experiences, and discuss how DevOps is evolving in the AI era.
This meetup will bring together professionals from DevOps, Cloud, Platform Engineering, SRE, Software Engineering, and AI to explore practical ideas, real-world experiences, and emerging trends shaping modern engineering.

## 🎤 Featured Speakers

### Aravinth Nallasamy

Senior Consultant, DevOn
Topic: Spec-Driven Development for DevOps
Explore how spec-driven development can influence the way DevOps teams approach software delivery, automation, and engineering workflows.

### Gourav Sharma

Senior CSAM, Microsoft
Topic: Evolution of DevOps in the AI Era
A look at how AI is transforming DevOps practices, engineering workflows, and the responsibilities of modern technology teams.

## 🗣️ Panel Discussion

After lunch, we will bring our speakers together for an interactive panel discussion.
The panel will explore topics such as:

• How is AI changing the role of DevOps engineers?
• What does the future of DevOps look like in an AI-first world?
• How can organisations effectively adopt AI in their engineering workflows?
• What skills should DevOps and platform engineers focus on developing?
• Where do automation, AI agents, and human expertise fit into modern engineering?
• Real-world experiences, challenges, and lessons learned

There will also be an opportunity for attendees to ask questions and participate in the discussion.

## 👥 Who Should Attend?

This meetup is intended primarily for working technology professionals who are interested in DevOps, Cloud, AI, and modern software engineering practices.
It would be particularly relevant for:

• DevOps Engineers
• Platform Engineers
• SREs
• Cloud Engineers
• Software Engineers
• Architects
• Engineering Leaders
• Technology Consultants
• Professionals working with AI, automation, and cloud-native technologies

The discussions will focus on practical, industry-oriented topics and real-world engineering experiences, so the content may be more suitable for working professionals than students who are just beginning their technology careers.

## 📅 Event Details

Date: September 26, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Venue: DevOn Software, Embassy Tech Village
Format: In-person
Come learn from experienced practitioners, exchange ideas with fellow technology professionals, and be part of the conversation around the next evolution of DevOps.
Let’s learn, share, and shape the future of DevOps together. 🚀
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