Breaking Talks -> Level Up Your Java Career – Insights from Two Java Champions

Wir haben die Chance, kurzfristig zwei Java Champions in Hamburg begrüssen zu können. Der Termin am Samstag mag ungewohnt sein, passt aber nur so in die Reisepläne von Bruno Souza und Rafael del Nero. Nachfolgend die Agenda. :-)

Agenda:
14:30 : The Reputation Formula: Turbocharge Your Developer Career – (Bruno Souza)
15:15 : Break
15.30 : Critical Mistakes Preventing Mid and Senior Java Developers from
Landing Top Salaries (Rafael del Nero)
16:15 : Q&A & Networking

What does it take to truly grow beyond the senior developer level—while staying hands-on with the technology you love? In this special Java User Group event, two renowned Java Champions, Bruno Souza and Rafael del Nero, will share the practical insights and career lessons that helped them and countless others break through career plateaus and gain long-term impact in the software world. Through two focused, experience-rich talks, you’ll discover how to build a strong professional reputation, avoid common pitfalls that limit growth, and take control of your journey as a developer. Whether you're mid-level, senior, or exploring your next move, this event is designed to energize and equip you for what's ahead.

Note: This event and all talks will be held in English.

Talk 1: The Reputation Formula: Turbocharge Your Developer Career

Abstract:
"Get ready to level up your career in software development with the secret sauce just for developers - the "Reputation Formula" that can skyrocket your professional journey in the software world! This presentation will break it all down for you, revealing the insider tips and tricks to shape your reputation as a software developer. This session is a tailor-made roadmap for your success in the coding career! You'll learn about the good stuff like staying laser-focused, gaining visibility in the developer community, taking action, improving your coding skills, giving back to the open source world, showing responsibility, and being consistent. These earn you trust and respect from your fellow developers and industry leaders. The presentation is full of real-life coding stories and will include answering your questions in a lively Q&A session. It's like a developer's masterclass on how to own your coding journey. So, if you're a developer ready to power up your coding career, don't miss this chance to discover the Reputation Formula. It's time to level up your code game and make your mark
in the software world."

Speaker: Bruno Souza
Bruno Souza is a Java Champion, respected Java Evangelist, and board member of the Java Community Process. Since 1995, he has helped developers grow their careers and contribute to meaningful projects. He is the founder of SouJava, the Brazilian Java Users Society, and author of Developer Career Masterplan. He also shares career insights through his Code4.life project.

Talk 2: 6 Critical Mistakes Preventing Mid and Senior Java Developers from Landing Top Salaries

Do you think technical excellence is enough to secure an above-average salary as a senior Java developer? Think again. In this talk, discover the six critical mistakes that may limit your earning potential—and they’re not what you’d expect. Beyond code quality and technical skills, learn what truly sets the highest-paid Java developers apart from the rest. Walk away with actionable insights to transform your Java career and position yourself among the top earners in the industry.

Speaker Rafael del Nero:
Rafael del Nero is a Java Champion with over 15 years of software development experience. He mentors intermediate and senior developers, helping them build fulfilling careers without burnout.
He created the Challenger Developer initiative and is the author of Java Challenger Algorithms Interview, System Design Interview, Golden Lessons, and Java Challengers.