From Meter to Decision: Real-Time Grid Data Architectures with Kafka & RabbitMQ

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AGENDA
5:00 - 5:30 PM - Networking
5:30 - 5:35 PM - Announcements
5:35 - 7:25 PM - Speaker
7:25 - 7:30 PM - Door Prize Drawings

TOPIC ABSTRACT
From Meter to Decision: Real-Time Grid Data Architectures with Apache Kafka and RabbitMQ

Every decision a utility makes, from voltage regulation to approving a demand response event, depends on data arriving where it's needed, when it's needed, and in a form people can trust. This session explores how modern data streaming technologies move information across the grid, from smart meter to control room, and what that means for reliability, cost, and speed of decision-making. Through live demonstrations and a practical decision framework, attendees will leave with a clear way to think about choosing the right data architecture for their own challenges.

SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY
Jarek Krych
Jarek Krych is a Senior Software Engineer and consultant with over 20 years of experience building and supporting mission-critical systems for electric utilities.

He architects real-time data processing solutions using Kafka and event-driven microservices, with deep expertise in production support, root cause analysis,
and integrating enterprise applications with grid field systems.

OUR SPONSORS
Website Sponsor: Gary Hessler
Venue: East Library Community Room
Door Prize Sponsors: Jetbrains (http://www.jetbrains.com) - Software license (Several products to choose from)
Training Sponsor: Agile Learner (http://agilelearner.com) - Technical training donated by Venkat Subramanium