Qt Detroit Community Meetup

Welcome to the first Qt Detroit Community Meetup !

280 N. Old Woodward Av
Suite 245, 2nd floor
Birmingham, MI 48009

1) "Is Qt good for your health?" by Alexandra Betouni, Extenly (Nicosia, Cyprus)

• Abstract: This presentation offers a unique perspective on software project health, drawing parallels to the principles of a balanced diet. We explore Qt's role as a nutritional powerhouse, providing essential 'nutrients' in the form of features and components, fostering a robust software development ecosystem with hints on where to find what. Diving into the exercise metaphor, we showcase how Qt serves as a fitness routine for code flexibility. Real-world examples illustrate its adaptability, scaling seamlessly for desktop and embedded systems, along with best practices to ensure a smooth experience, avoiding post-traumas. We also dissect Qt's clean syntax as a mental health exercise, reducing cognitive load and ensuring code readability, while navigating the intricacies of licensing. In the final segment, we underscore the Qt community's pivotal role as a support system for project health. This presentation invites you to uncover how Qt contributes to the overall 'well-being' of your codebase, fostering adaptability, clarity, and growth within a vibrant community. Join me on this talk to explore the intersection of Qt and your project's health.
• About the author: Alexandra is the founder and Managing Director of Extenly. With a decade of expertise in Qt development, Alexandra began by developing award-winning Blackberry 10 OS and medical device UI apps. Since then, Alexandra has made significant contributions to the automotive sector, notably on Mercedes-Benz’s MBUX and played a key role in shaping the Neptune 3 UI, recognized as the reference UI of Qt Automotive Suite. In addition, Alexandra is a certified Scrum Master and an accomplished educator, having created two online Qt courses. In her free time, she reveals a passion for music as an avid electric bass guitar player and also enjoys exercising, traveling, and socializing.

2) "Community + Qt Highlights" by Pedro Bessa, Qt Group (Berlin, Germany)

• Abstract: Pedro brings some of the latest updates regarding the Qt Community and some Qt Group highlights.
• About the speaker: Pedro Bessa is a dedicated and passionate Community professional, with a background in communications, community and project management.

Schedule (evening time)

• 05:00-06:00: Welcome Reception
• 06:00-06:45: "Is Qt good for your health?"
• 07:00-07:15: "The Qt Community"
• 07:15: Networking & Drinks

Sponsors

• Qt Group
• Extenly