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Welcome to RubyConfAfrica 2025

This year’s theme, “Beyond code: Innovating for the future”, highlights how Ruby and open-source technologies can shape tomorrow’s world. Join us in Kenya for a two-day experience that brings together thought leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs driven by a passion for Ruby and its power to spark meaningful change. Dive into forward-thinking discussions, hands-on workshops, and vibrant networking sessions that go beyond code — into the heart of innovation.
  • Discover how Ruby is powering innovation in open-source communities and tech ecosystems.
  • Participate in practical workshops and insightful talks from industry visionaries.
  • Connect with a passionate network of developers, founders, and changemakers shaping the future.

Speakers

Tom Rossi

Tom Rossi

Co-founder of Higher Pixels
Tresor Bireke

Tresor Bireke

SWE Thoughtbot
Purity Maina

Purity Maina

Technology | Robotic Process Automation | SAFe Practitioner | DevOps | Agile Leadership
Caleb Muoki

Caleb Muoki

Senior Platform Engineer
WHY ATTEND THE CONFERENCE?
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals, industry experts, and potential collaborators.
  • Masterclasses: Participate in specialized sessions hosted by esteemed partners
  • Expand Your Knowledge: Attend insightful talks and workshops led by industry experts. Stay ahead of the curve with the latest trends, tools, and best practices in Ruby and Software development.
  • Exhibitions: Explore cutting-edge ideas and technologies showcased by various exhibitors.
Featured Sessions
Obie Fernandez
Obie Fernandez
Ruby Evangelist, Author, Principal Engineer at Shopify

Patterns of Application Development Using AI Revisited

In 2024, I authored the groundbreaking book “Patterns of Application Development Using AI,” which has been presented at numerous Ruby conferences worldwide. The insights and practical patterns from the book...
Dmitry Pogrebnoy
Dmitry Pogrebnoy
SWE and Team Lead at RubyMine, JetBrains

Demystifying Ruby Debuggers: A Deep Dive into Internals

Know the tool you are using! Maximize your debugger knowledge with our in-depth talk! Gain vital insights of Byebug, debug gem and RubyMine Debugger. Uncover the secrets of Ruby debugger...
Amani Kanu
Amani Kanu
Tech Evangelist and Mentor

Mentorship – Tool for the Future

Mentorship is a game-changer in every Ruby developer’s journey. In this talk, discover how intentional mentorship can shape your future as a Ruby developer, helping you grow faster, build better....
Caleb Muoki
Caleb Muoki
Senior Platform Engineer

DevOps is Dead, Long Live Platform Engineering

DevOps began with a promise—faster delivery, better collaboration, empowered teams. But over time, it became a catch-all job title weighed down by toil. This talk explores the rise of Platform...

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