We sat down with Vanessa Formicola to go behind the scenes of the Architecture track. In an era of rapid automation the conversation has shifted. It’s no longer about building systems. It’s about how we evolve them, the ethics of AI integration, & the "exciting complexity" of modern software design

We interviewed Java Champion & Track Lead @ixchelruiz.bsky.social to discuss why the Build & Deploy track is the "missing link" for devs, architects & product managers "Build & Deploy encompasses everything that is not about the programming languages, but how we build the systems." - Ixchel

Literally counting the days! Can't believe I will be coming back for the third year! What a journey it has been, and the level of excitement is off the charts! 🙇‍♀️🙋‍♀️👩‍🚀✨️🚀 #devoxxUK #community #securityawareness #techconference

Level up your daily workflow and defence - brianvermeer.nl: Understanding Prompt Injection - bantera13.bsky.social: Shifting away from incident-driven design. - artemy.nl: Hosting security-themed hackathons. - Jules May: Why software breaks (and the fix)

See you in London!

Let's goooooo!!!! @devoxx.uk

Building an app without threat modeling is like leaving your front door unlocked! 🚪🔓 Bárbara Teruggi breaks down why regular security “health checks” are non-negotiable for developers and testers. 🩺 Get ready for more expert insights! Blind tickets for #devbcn26 drop THIS SUNDAY buff.ly/3iyL2A0

Stay tuned!!!!! It's coming!!! 👀

DevBcn 2026 is almost here! 5 tech-packed tracks, 800+ devs, and 2 days of talks, workshops, and good vibes in Barcelona. 🎟️ Ticket sales open February 1st. #devbcn26 buff.ly/qHERX7O

Exciting news: we'll be announcing speakers in the first week of Feb! Stay tuned. Shout-outs to our track leaders @andresalmiray.com, @carlyrichmond.bsky.social Sam Basak @ammbra1508.bsky.social @ixchelruiz.bsky.social Audrey Neveu @piotrprz.bsky.social @dhardiker.bsky.social @mrhazell.bsky.social

Good luck everyone!!!! 🍀🙇‍♀️🤞

Last chance folks - our CFP closes at midnight tonight! We're looking forward to a busy day and lots of submissions. Good luck to all of you who are making final tweaks and finessing your proposals. You got this 💪 Submit ➡️ devoxxuk26.cfp.dev 6&7 May 2026 | London

This is your 1 week reminder that the CFP closes Jan 9th Take some time this week to finish your abstracts, save your drafts and - very importantly - press submit! Good luck! 🗓️ 6th & 7th May ℹ️ devoxx.co.uk

Happy Friday! 🙋‍♀️💬👇 @devoxx.uk

CFP BONUS TIPS! Differentiate your proposal 🔸 Make sure your proposal stands on its own 🔸 Don't send multiple proposals on similar subjects Provide supporting materials 🔸 Send a link to a talk you've done before 🔸 Or shoot a short video of you talking about your topic ➡️ devoxxuk26.cfp.dev

Pro tip for everyone submitting to tech conferences. Include a video of a previous talk or create one pitching your talk. Delivery is just as important as the topic. Don't assume the program committee is familiar with you. You need to convince the PC that your submission is of sufficient quality.

CFP Tip 10: Test it with others 🔸 Ask friends and colleagues to review your proposal 🔸 Be open to making changes & welcome suggestions 🔸 Ensure whoever you choose to review your submission will give honest feedback Submit here before 9th January ➡️ devoxxuk26.cfp.dev

CFP Tip 9: Product pitches = rejection 🔸 Please don't send us sales pitches 🔸 Your product might be amazing but this isn't the right place for it 🔸 Dev tools & demos are welcome but keep it balanced & informative 🔸 Share knowledge, not a sales deck Good luck! Submit here ➡️ devoxxuk26.cfp.dev

CFP Tip 8: Check your categories 🔸 Make sure you select the right track, session type & event when you submit 🔸 Incorrect categorisation can result in submissions getting missed 🔸 When you're ready, hit send! Don't leave your proposal in drafts 😊 Submit here ➡️ devoxxuk26.cfp.dev

Have you submitted your proposal to @devoxx.uk yet? 🦄 Over here!! 👇

CFP Tip 7: Don't upset anyone 🔸Keep your proposals clean & respectful 🔸 Profanities, inflammatory or sexualised language don't belong here 🔸 If you're unsure if something in your proposal crosses the line, leave it out 🔸 No negativity or hate here please 🗓️ 6&7 May | ℹ️ devoxx.co.uk

CFP tip 5: Use AI with caution 🔸Use AI as a tool not the author 🔸Reviewers get tired of reading similar-sounding submissions 🔸AI is good for spell-checking & grammar 🔸Fact-check anything AI generates for you 🗓️ 6&7 May | devoxx.co.uk

CFP Tip 4: the first two sentences are vital! 🔸Keep your title focused 🔸People skim-read the title of an abstract to choose which sessions to go to 🔸This is your shop window - make your opening sentences engaging & clear 🗓️ 6&7 May | ℹ️ devoxx.co.uk Our CFP is open now - time to get involved 🚀

Continuing our CFP Tips series. Number 3: Stick to the Point 🔸Avoid rambling and using lots of buzzwords 🔸Make it relevant to the target audience 🔸Present the problem, why it’s important, and the solution 🔸Outline why attendees will benefit from your talk 🗓️ 6&7 May | ℹ️ devoxx.co.uk

CFP Tip 2: The talk title 🔸First impressions matter so make it interesting, snappy and relevant 🔸 Ensure the title reflects the content of your talk 🔸Make it stand out, especially if it’s on a topic that is covered often 🔸Be cautious about using humour 🗓️ 6&7 May | ℹ️ devoxx.co.uk

CFP Tip 1: Be the knowledge sharer 🔸Focus on a topic you know well and are comfortable with 🔸Avoid new and shiny tech just because you think it's trending 🔸Make sure your proposed subject offers clear benefits to the audience Come back tomorrow for Tip 2... 🗓️ 6&7 May | ℹ️ devoxx.co.uk

📨 It's open!!! Time to sharpen the pencils and bring your ideas!!! 👇

Hands up if you started the day at #DevoxxMorocco!!! 🥳🙋‍♀️🤩

Always ⚙️◀️🛡 !!!!!

🎥 The #devbcn25 recap video is live! Relive 3 days of energy, talks, workshops & community. Thanks to all the attendees, speakers & sponsors who made our 10th edition unforgettable 💜 👉 Watch it now on YouTube: buff.ly/xNYGrIS

Hi there! 🙋‍♀️ We're just one month away from @devbcn.bsky.social !!!! Looking forward to meet you all there!!! 🥳🛡💪 #securityawareness #themorethemerrier #techcommunity

Hi there! 🙋‍♀️ I'm just dropping by to share my latest post in LinkedIn, closing the first half of 2025, I wanted to share how engaging with the community can make great impact, not only as a collective, but also individually. www.linkedin.com/posts/barbar...

🦄💪😎🥳 Hopefully, will return next year and attempt to keep the title!

Attended Devoxx UK 2025? Complete our feedback form for a chance to win a free ticket to Devoxx UK 2026! 👉 buff.ly/ydziDLG

The news is out. I'm the content Chair for Devoxx Morocco 2025 🎉 Looking forward to working with a brilliant committee to bring you an amazing #DevoxxMA 2025 edition 🙌 Speaking of which the CFP is open --> dvma25.cfp.dev #DevoxxMA #Conference #Chair #DevRel

Spring vibes 🍀 @ Bosc de les Estunes & Estany de Banyoles (Girona)

Can we please go back and repeat this? 😍💜🦄🐒🍀 @devoxx.uk blues. These beautiful pictures by @ddoutsiopoulos.bsky.social #happiness #DevoxxUK #techconference #speaker #community #thankful

Note to self: When attempting multitasking with domestic processes, be sure that the CPU is not already juggling with different thought processes or the chaos monkey will take over. 😅🐒

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What an unforgettable speaker lineup! Every speaker brought something unique to the table, leaving everyone inspired and ready for action. Huge thank you for making this event extraordinary 💕

The **redacted** Club @ @devoxx.uk IYKYK @glycin.bsky.social @thomasvitale.com @bantera13.bsky.social @alina-yurenko.bsky.social @maritvandijk.bsky.social

The Pub Keys win the Pub Quiz at @devoxx.uk 2025 🥳 after 3 rounds of tie-breakers with the IDK 🤣🙃 @bantera13.bsky.social @garnier.wf Darragh

The PubQuiz continues! @devoxx.uk @ddoutsiopoulos.bsky.social @garnier.wf @sharatchander.bsky.social @bantera13.bsky.social Darragh

Time for @bantera13.bsky.social at @devoxx.uk to talk about thread modelling

The security architect @bantera13.bsky.social sharing her insights on threat modelling @devoxx.uk .

I am always happy to see @thomasvitale.com delivering 🔝 quality content and making it so easy to understand🫰#DevoxxUK2025 #LLM #Security #ThomasVitaleFAN

Having fun already at @devoxx.uk !!!! 🦄🥳🙋‍♀️🍀💜